The HMD Fusion X1 offers basic hardware in a smartphone designed specifically for teenagers | Image credit: HMD
The Fusion X1 marks a groundbreaking innovation as the first smartphone created exclusively for teens that operates on a subscription model. Rather than focusing solely on hardware specifications or design aesthetics, this smartphone emphasizes a unique user interface aimed at promoting healthy digital habits and incorporating robust parental controls.
Xplora's subscription service is what sets the Fusion X1 apart from other smartphones | Image credit: HMD
At Xplora, we are committed to safely integrating children into the digital landscape. As the leading provider of smartwatches for kids, we have been extending our trusted parental controls into the smartphone arena. Our partnership with HMD allows us to ensure that teens experience a safer introduction to smartphones. In response to rising concerns about early exposure to social media and inappropriate content, we believe it is vital to offer solutions that prioritize the well-being and safety of teens.
— Sten Kirkbak, founder and CEO of Xplora Technologies AS, March 2025
The Fusion X1 includes an innovative customizable School Mode | Image credit: HMD
Android 14 equipped, the device will receive two years of major OS updates.
