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Xiaomi Mi 9T Pro Review, Specs, and Price – Nigeria & India (2019)

by John Adebimitan December 28, 2019

The Pro version of the soon to come Xiaomi Mi 9T from the Chinese Company Xiaomi is set launched in October 2019. Xiaomi Mi 9T Pro is the latest Xiaomi phone. This device enhances Xiaomi Mi 9T’s performance with a faster Qualcomm Snapdragon 855 processor and a bigger 256GB on-board memory and 8GB RAM.

The new Xiaomi phone also shares some cool features with the Mi 9T like the revolutionary in-screen fingerprint sensor and a 20MP pop-up selfie camera. In short, Xiaomi Mi 9T Pro is a great smartphone because it sports on some high-end flagship features, rocks a premium design and renders an amazing performance.

At the end of this article, you should have already learnt almost everything about this new Xiaomi phone, Xiaomi Mi 9T Pro, going from its features, specs, and price. Then you’ll be able to reach a suitable verdict. Ready? Let‘s go!

Xiaomi Mi 9T Pro Price, Features and Spec List

Launch: October 2019
SIM: Dual-Nano-SIM slots
Network: 4G+/4G/3G/2G
Display: 6.39-inch AMOLED Full-Screen Display
OS: MIUI 10
Security: In-screen fingerprint unlock
Processor: Qualcomm Snapdragon 855
Storage: 64GB/128GB/256GB
RAM: 6GB/8GB
Camera: Front (20MP) Rear (48MP+8MP+13MP)
Battery: 4000mAh
Price: $405

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Xiaomi Mi 9T Pro Performance

A high-end flagship performance is what the new Xiaomi Mi phone is really all about (I mean, its main selling point). While Xiaomi Mi 9T features a lesser Qualcomm Snapdragon 730 processor, Xiaomi Mi 9T Pro is powered by a 2.84GHz Octa-core Qualcomm Snapdragon 855 processor and is run by an MIUI 10 based on Android 9 Pie.

Mi Global relays that the new processor adoption has prompted several performance improvements. According to Mi Global, CPU single-core performance is improved by 45%, game speed is accelerated by 25%, and AI performance is tripled.

Xiaomi Mi 9T Pro Memory

Xiaomi Mi 9T Pro comes in 64GB, 128GB, 256GB on-board memory variants and RAM options of 6GB and 8GB. However, Xiaomi Mi 9T Pro’s largest available storage and RAM is 8GB+256GB. Imagine smoothly storing double what you can store in Xiaomi Mi 9T’s highest 6GB+128GB memory variant. The latest Xiaomi phone memory is surely impressive, even reaching the status of flagship smartphones.

Xiaomi Mi 9T Pro Display

Xiaomi equipped this device with a stunning FHD+ 6.39-inch AMOLED Full-Screen Display like the Mi 9T. The adopted display pushes a 2340 x 1080 FHD+ resolution, 403 pixels per inch and can be as bright as 430nits typically and 600nits on HBD.

Xiaomi Mi 9T Pro display has a high contrast of 60000:1 minimum and NTSC 103.8% color gamut (typically). Thanks to the pop-up camera integration, the display is without notches, meaning you can truly enjoy a full-screen viewing experience with narrow-chin as tiny as 3.8mm.

The display of this device also has Sunlight mode 2.0 for better outdoor screen visibility and Night mode for eye-protection.

Xiaomi Mi 9T Pro Camera

Xiaomi Mi 9T Pro adopts Mi 9T’s camera system from front to rear. Just like the Mi 9T, the new Xiaomi phone packs an AI triple camera setup at the rear consisting of a 1.6um 48MP ultra-high-resolution wide camera with f/1.75 aperture, a 1.12um 8MP telephoto camera with f/2.4 aperture, and a 1.12um 13MP 124.8-degree ultra-wide-angle camera with an aperture of f/2.4.

The 13MP ultra wide-angle camera lets you take great AI ultra-wide portrait mode shots. On the other hand, Mi Global promises that this device will be able to take brighter and crisper nighttime photos. The rear camera of this device can shoot 960 fps slow-motion videos. Other rear camera video features include 960 fps Smart audio pairing, short video editing, rear camera video Beautify, video stabilizing, and motion tracking.

Instead of an in-display selfie camera placement, the new Xiaomi Mi 9T Pro sports a nicely concealed selfie camera that smoothly pops up when you tap on the camera app. The selfie camera is a 0.8um 20MP panorama selfie camera with f/2.2 aperture that lets you capture great selfie shots with the group with less stress.

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Xiaomi Mi 9T Pro Security

Like Xiaomi Mi 9T, the new Xiaomi phone sports the revolutionary in-screen fingerprint sensor – a security technology adopted by most recent flagship phones like the S10. Apart from adding to the more integrated design of this device, Mi Global boasts that the new fingerprint technology accomplished 30% improved unlock success in extreme conditions, 40% increased information in-take, 25% reduced fingerprint recording time, and successfully expanded the photosensory area by 100%.

Xiaomi Mi 9T Pro Battery

Xiaomi Mi 9T Pro shares battery capacity with Xiaomi Mi 9T. This means that you get 4000mAh battery to let you carry on with an impressive performance. When it comes to charging, the new Xiaomi Mi 9T Pro supports QC4+ fasting charging at 27W, hence, the device’s battery will be able to be boosted back up to 58% in just 30 minutes according to Mi Global.

Xiaomi Mi 9T Pro Network & Connectivity

The new Xiaomi phone is a smartphone that supports the use of dual SIM cards. The dual-SIM slots featured on this device can both function as the primary card; hence, each can simultaneously access 4G connectivity. Both SIM, moreover, let you also enjoy 3G and 2G network connectivity.

For wireless connectivity, this device supports 2.4G/5G Wi-Fi direct connectivity rated 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 5.0 connectivity, AAC, LDAC, aptX, aptX-HD, and aptX-adaptive. As far as location technologies go, you get dual-frequency GPS which simultaneously receives L1/L5 GPS frequencies, E1/E5a Galileo, G1 GLONASS, and B1 Beidou.

The new Xiaomi phone also features NFC. The NFC featured on this device supports Google pay, making it multi-functional serving as a wallet anywhere anytime. Moving forward, this device also features a 3.5 headphone jack and comes with a USB Type-C cable.

Xiaomi Mi 9T Pro Design

In brief, the design of the new Xiaomi Mi 9T Pro is premium and very innovative. This device adopts a fiery dynamic rear finish that flickers its bold flames when struck by light. Thanks to its 3D curvature, this device is also easy to hold and looks sleek. The latest Xiaomi phone is available in carbon black, flame red, and Glacier blue designs. As for its dimensions, Xiaomi Mi 9T Pro is a 156.7mm tall, 74.3mm wide, and 8.8mm smartphone weighing 191g.

Xiaomi Mi 9T Pro Sensors

The featured in-screen fingerprint sensor of this device makes just one of its sensors. Xiaomi Mi 9T Pro also features a distance sensor, an In-screen ambient light sensor, an Accelerometer, a Gyroscope, an Electronic compass, and finally a laser focus sensor.

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Here we are. Did you notice some of those high-end features adopted by the new Xiaomi phone? How impressive did you find its performance and dynamic fiery rear design and built? Well, I’m sure you’ve got all the details going from the price, specs, and features of the new Xiaomi Mi 9T Pro, now, the flow is yours. You know we’d love to hear your verdicts. Pen them down in your comments.

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Huawei Mobile Phones Reviews

HUAWEI Mate 30 Pro 5G Review, Specs, and Price – Nigeria and India (2019)

by John Adebimitan December 28, 2019

written by John Adebimitan

HUAWEI launched the HUAWEI Mate 30, there later came a 5G edition, a Pro edition and now a Pro 5G edition. The highest upgrade of the recently released HUAWEI Mate 30 so far is the HUAWEI Mate 30 Pro 5G launched in September 2019.

The new HUAWEI Mate 30 Pro 5G is simply a breathtaking combination of the Mate 30 5G and Mate 30 Pro upgrades, claiming the main selling points of both phones to take the standard Mate 30 to the very extreme.

The new HUAWEI phone definitely is a flagship phone and comes with a mouthful of crispy flagship features you’d love to learn about. Join us as we uncover the features, specs, and price information of the latest HUAWEI phone starting with a list of key information. Let’s see how far HUAWEI is willing to take the standard HUAWEI Mate 30.

HUAWEI Mate 30 Pro 5G Price, Features and Spec List

Launch: September 2019
SIM: Dual-SIM card
Network: Primary SIM (5G NR, 4G FDD LTE, 4G TDD LTE, 3G WCDMA, 2G GSM) Secondary SIM (4G FDD LTE, 4G TDD LTE, 3G WCDMA, 2G GSM)
Display: 6.53 inches
OS: Android 10
Security: On-screen fingerprint scanner/Face unlock/App lock/File Encryption/Private space
Processor: HUAWEI Kirin 990 5G
Storage: 256GB
RAM: 8GB
Camera: Front (32MP+3D Depth sensor) Rear (40MP+40MP+8MP+3D Depth sensor)
Battery: 4500mAh
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HUAWEI Mate 30 Pro 5G Design

HUAWEI Mate 30 Pro 5G looks just like the Mate 30 Pro only that it comes in more radiating colours which include orange, forest green, cosmic purple, space silver, emerald green, and black. The new Mate, therefore, has its quad-camera encircled by the halo ring making for an iconic and premium design. This device also has IP68 rated splash, water, and dust resistance like the Mate 30 Pro.

HUAWEI Mate 30 Pro 5G Display

The new HUAWEI phone adopts Mate 30 Pro’s FHD+ 6.53-inch OLED ultra-curved screen display with 16.7 million colours and a resolution of 2400 x 1176. Thus, with this device, you can expect to enjoy a more immersive view as it expands from edge to edge on an ultra- curved screen while giving you more colours in your view from extreme angles.

HUAWEI says that the 88-degree ultra curves do more than expand your view; they offer a wider area for interactions which also replace the physical buttons. For example, you can naturally adjust the volume or enjoy quad-finger game control with this innovative side-touch interaction.

HUAWEI Mate 30 Pro 5G Performance & Intelligence

This device adopts Mate 30 5G’s HUAWEI Kirin 990 5G processor to deliver significant performance with lower power consumption. The new HUAWEI Mate 30 Pro 5G, however, supports SA and NSA network architectures, peak download speed and wide frequencies of FDD and TDD (like we will see more in network and connectivity).

The HUAWEI Kirin 990 5G in this device, according to HUAWEI, also has the potential of improving AI capability due to its Dual Big Core + Tiny Core NPUs architecture. For example, HUAWEI says that the Tiny-Core NPU uses real-time information (facial features and hand movement) which it gets from the front camera, 3D Depth Sensing Camera and Gesture Sensor inducted together to let you execute commands like unlocking, slide-changing, and screenshots swiftly by looking at the screen or simply swiping your hand.

This device is also run by the newly upgraded EMUI 10 based on the super latest Android 10. As we can expect, the featured Android 10 will generally optimize the performance of this Android device. The EMUI 10, on the other hand, eases your on-screen operation and features user-friendly interface functions such as dark mode which helps you avoid extreme brightness stimulation for a more comfortable and immersive reading experience.

HUAWEI Mate 30 Pro 5G Camera

HUAWEI passed on the upgraded quad rear camera setup from the Mate 30 Pro to the new HUAWEI Mate 30 Pro 5G. Hence, you can expect to find an incredible rear camera setup consisting of a 40MP Cine camera with F1.8 aperture, a 40MP Super sensing Cine camera with an F1.6 aperture and an optical image stabilization, an 8MP telephoto camera with F2.4 aperture and OIS, and lastly 3D Depth Sensing Camera.

The newly added 3D depth camera is there to give you professional Bokeh effects in your portrait photos and videos as the rest of the rear cameras ensure you record high-quality videos, get rich details and clarity in your shots, and bring faraway subjects closer to you so can get a closer look. And like its sibling Mate 30 Pro once again, this device packs a dual selfie camera setup made up of a 32MP camera with F2.0 aperture and a 3D depth-sensing camera.

HUAWEI Mate 30 Pro 5G Security

HUAWEI Mate 30 Pro 5G brings back the revolutionary in-screen fingerprint sensor which lets you unlock your smartphone in seconds using your fingerprint information by simply moving your finger to the fingerprint area on your screen to scan. You can also unlock the new HUAWEI smartphone via your face using the new era face verification technology after recording your facial information.

HUAWEI brags that these are just the entry-level protection this device offers as it inherits those additional security services featured on the recent HUAWEI Mates such as the App lock, file encryption, and private space. Thanks to the enhanced EMUI10, you can take your smartphone protection to App-level using the biometric ID (App lock) to lock your very apps.

HUAWEI Mate 30 Pro 5G Battery

The latest HUAWEI phone joins its sibling Mate 30 Pro to make a huge difference in battery spec assuming the large battery capacity of typically 4,500mAh. The new battery featured on this device is non-removable in nature.

This device also supports different fasting charging scenarios to get your smartphone powered back up in a short time – at home, in your car, or without a cable. The new HUAWEI phone supports up to 40W HUAWEI SuperCharge (HUAWEI SuperCharge cable and charger are required) and up to 27W wireless HUAWEI Supercharge (wireless chargers are sold separately).

You can also use this device to share power wirelessly with other devices that support wireless charging such as the iPhone X, thanks to its HUAWEI reverse charge feature. More on charging, this device also supports HUAWEI Supercharge Wireless Car Charger to boost back your device in no time while driving.

HUAWEI Mate 30 Pro 5G Memory

The new HUAWEI phone claims Mate 30 Pro’s upgraded memory status. HUAWEI equipped the new Mate 30 Pro 5G with a huge 256GB onboard memory and 8GB of RAM to keep things running smoothly.

This device is also compatible with the NM SD card, allowing you to further expand your memory optionally up to 256GB. With a memory status as large and efficient as this, HUAWEI Mate 30 Pro 5G puts itself out there confidently among other flagship smartphones.

HUAWEI Mate 30 Pro 5G Network & Connectivity

HUAWEI Mate 30 Pro 5G supports dual-SIM connectivity featuring slots for a primary SIM and secondary SIM. Leaving the Mate 30 Pro behind, the new HUAWEI phone supports the new era 5G network connectivity like the Mate 30 5G to give you a pacesetting download speed of up to 2.3Gbps.

However, it’s only the primary SIM slot that supports the speedy 5G (NR) network connectivity. Moving forward, both SIM slots can take on 4G FDD LTE, 4G TDD LTE, 3G WCDMA, and 2G GSM network connectivity. This device also allows for WLAN connectivity rated 802.11a/b/g/n/ac (wave2), 2.4 GHz and 5 GHz.

Coming to Bluetooth connectivity, this device features the latest Bluetooth version 5.1, Bluetooth Low Energy (BLE), Session Border Controller (SBC), Advanced Audio Coding (AAC), and LDAC. Featured on this device is a Type-C USB interface.

The USB cable of this device supports USB 2.0. HUAWEI Mate 30 Pro 5G also supports USB 3.1 GEN1 function which you can only access using a USB 3.1 GEN1 cable (separately purchased) that supports this function. You can also locate an ear jack port on this device with Type-C interface. This device also comes with support for PC Data Synchronization.

HUAWEI Mate 30 Pro 5G Sensors

The latest HUAWEI phone features all those 11 sensors sported on the standard Mate 30 down to the upgraded Mate 30 Pro. The 11 sensors featured on the HUAWEI Mate 30 Pro 5G consists of a Gesture Sensor, an In-Screen fingerprint sensor, a Gyroscope, a Compass, a Proximity sensor, a Gravity sensor, a Hall sensor, an Infrared sensor, an Ambient light sensor, a Barometer, and a Colour Temperature Sensor.

What chemistry, right? Yeah! I mean, bringing Mate 30 5G’s new era 5G network connectivity and HUAWEI Kirin 990 5G processor and Mate 30 Pro’s quad rear camera and huge 4500mAh battery into a single smartphone, HUAWEI Mate 30 Pro 5G. Do you think the latest HUAWEI phone made it to your number one, two, or three best flagship smartphone options? We’d love to hear your rating. We also prepared dedicated articles on different flagship phones such as iPhone 11 Pro, Tecno CAMON 12 Pro, and more.

December 28, 2019 0 comment

Itel Mobile Phones Reviews

itel A55 Review, Specs and Price in Nigeria (2019)

by John Adebimitan December 28, 2019

written by John Adebimitan

Launched recently in July 2019, itel A55 comes with cool features going from the big display, bright selfie camera, bigger memory, great performance, two functional personalized security technologies, and more.

We’ll discuss extensively on each feature aspect of the new itel phone, itel A55, in this article. Here are shortcuts to particular features of itel A55 we discussed in this article you might want to jump to. But I wouldn’t be so fast if I were you. We also prepared a list of the key features, specs, and price information you can find immediately after the short cuts.

Itel A55 Price, Features and Spec List

Launch: July 2019
SIM: Dual-Micro-SIM
Network: GSM/HSPA
Display: 6.0-inch
OS: Android™ 9 P (Go edition)
Security: Rear-mounted fingerprint sensor/Face unlock
Processor: Quad-Core 1.3GHz
Storage: 16GB
RAM: 1GB
Camera: Front (8MP) rear (8MP)
Battery: 2600mAh
Price: NGN 21,000

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Itel A55 Display

The new itel A55 takes itel’s A-series lineup display to the next level. Up from itel A33 5.0-inch screen, the new sports a larger and more quality 6.0-inch IPS FullScreen display. This means you get a bigger and wider platform to explore your smartphone content.

Itel A55 Camera

Another notable upgrade of the latest itel phone is the camera system. This device features a new 8MP selfie camera with innovative 4in1 big pixel technology for selfies which means that every 4-pixel cells work together through re-organization as a single big pixel unit. Obviously, you can expect better selfie quality output from brightness under clarity in various light environments. For stunning rear shots, the new itel A55 packs a dual rear camera setup with an 8.0MP as the main camera.

Itel A55 Performance & Intelligence

Itel A55 is powered by a 1.3GHz processor like itel P33 and itel A33. But this time, leaving both the P33 and A33 behind, the new itel A55 is run by the latest Android operating system, Android™ 9 Pie (Go edition). This device also features two Power saving modes – Smart Power Saving and Ultra Power Saving – which itel mobility promises will help users to extend battery life to the most either for daily usage or low battery condition.

Itel A55 Security

Like the P55, itel equipped the new itel A55 with two personalized security technologies – an intelligent rear-mounted fingerprint sensor and Face unlock technology. itel mobility is proud to feature once again on this new itel A55 8 different helpful functions of the rear-mounted fingerprint sensor as featured on the recent itel A33. Thus with the fingerprint sensor of this device, you can do more than unlock your phone, you can lock certain apps to protect your privacy, take photos, answer/record phone calls, record videos, stop alarm clock or create shortcuts to any apps with your fingerprints. itel also promises that users can unlock the A55 using the face unlock technology even in lowlight or under dark light conditions. This is thanks to the screen fill light technology which casts light through the screen.

Itel A55 Battery

While itel A33 houses a 22000mAh battery, the new itel A55 is powered by a larger 2900mAh which will definitely last longer. Though this new battery capacity featured on this device is an upgrade, it is still behind itel P55’s 4000mAh battery capacity and the battery capacity of some recent budget smartphones. As we learned earlier, however, this new device features Smart Power Saving and Ultra Power Saving – two power saving modes to help in power management.

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Itel A55 Memory

Itel equipped the new itel A55 with 16GB of onboard storage and 1GB RAM to match it up. Thanks to lighter pre-installed apps on this device, you get 12GB of available memory which lets users store up to 8000 photos and 3000 songs and still more space to install apps (according to itel mobility).

Itel A55 Network & Connectivity

Itel A55 is a dual-Micro-SIM connected smartphone. It also features GPS.

Which feature of the new itel A55 did you find impressive? As for me, I sported a daring upgrade in the OS of this device, which leaves the P55 and A33 a step behind in performance. We’ll constantly check the comment area to hear your part. And in case you feel this new phone from itel is a good budget phone option, we also included the price information. Of course, you can always read more on the price, features, and specs of the latest smartphones and tech products with us.

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Mobile Phones Nokia Reviews

Nokia 8.1 Review, Specs and Price in Nigeria

by John Adebimitan December 28, 2019

written by John Adebimitan

Given that 2017’s Nokia 8 smartphone from HMD Global was a flagship series of its time you’d be expecting that the newly released Nokia 8.1 is a follow-up and will feature far more superior flagship specs right? It isn’t so, really.

Typically, however, the new Nokia 8.1 is a mid-range Nokia smartphone instead of coming as a premium model for those who don’t have much to spare for an expensive flagship phone. Thus, if you are interested in getting a midrange Nokia smartphone, Nokia 8.1 might be the one for you. You just need to know what this new HMD Global Nokia smartphone looks like, feels like, and costs for you to decide better. From this point, this article continues with a detailed write-up that covers the features, specs and price information of the Nokia 8.1.

Nokia 8.1 Price, Features and Spec List

Launch: October 2018
SIM: Dual-SIM slot
Network: LTE Cat. 6/2CA/L+L/VoLTE/VoWiFi
Display: 6.18-inch
OS: Android 9 Pie
Security: Rear-mounted fingerprint sensor
Processor: Qualcomm Snapdragon 710
Storage: 64GB/128GB
RAM: 4GB/6GB
Camera: Front (20MP) Rear (12MP+13MP)
Battery: 3,500 mAh
Price: NGN 140,000

Nokia 8.1 Camera

Nokia 8.1 houses a set of dual rear cameras made up of a 1/2.55-inch 12MP main camera with 14um pixels and OIS 2PD and a 13MP FF secondary camera. This device also features a rear flash placed closely at the left of the rear camera frame.

While the Nokia 8 features a 13MP front camera, the new Nokia 8.1 sports a huge 20MP FF/0.9um selfie camera which prompts enhanced light capture for selfies, meaning you can take beautiful selfies even in low light (as Nokia promises). This device features Google Lens^TM and Motion Photos is integrated into its camera apps, hence, it will be able to shoot super smooth videos.

Nokia 8.1 Display

The display (and design) of Nokia 8.1 is quite similar to Nokia 7.1 only that it’s now larger. While Nokia 7.1 features a 5.84-inch Full-HD+ PureDisplay, the new Nokia 8.1 has a 6.18-inch Full-HD+ PureDisplay. More so, this new display has HDR10 support allowing for a maximum brightness of 1,000 nits and a colour depth of 10 bits which means you get a brighter viewing experience. And thanks to 96% colour gamut and 1:1500 contrast ratio, you get crisper details and richer colours in your view. Nokia boasts that the Android 9 Pie running this device introduces Adaptive brightness, a new feature that learns your screen brightness preferences and automatically adjusts the settings.

Nokia 8.1 Design

Like I almost spilled earlier, the design elements of the new Nokia is quite similar to that of the Nokia 7.1. Essentially, the difference is that the new Nokia 8.1 assumes a larger 154.8mm tall, 75.76 wide, and 7.97 mm thick body and weighs a relatively heavier 180g. The front and rear of this device are made of glass and it has curved edges as well, hence, it’s quite easy to hold and looks beautiful. Nokia 8.1 comes in Blue/Silver, Steel/Copper, and Iron/Steel colour options.

Nokia 8.1 Battery

The new Nokia phone comes with a 3500mAh battery capacity. Nokia relayed that thanks to the new Adaptive battery feature on the new Android 9 Pie of this device, it can provide a 2-day battery life. We also noted that Nokia 8.1 supports 18 W fast charging.

Nokia 8.1 Performance

The new Nokia 8.1, like most of the newer HMD Global Nokia mobile phones, is also run by the latest Android 9 Pie based on Android One UI. Nokia boasts that the combination of those two lets Nokia 8.1 like other recent Nokia phones delivers one of the best performances on an Android device. Nokia explains that while the latest Android 9 Pie featured on this device introduces new and helpful Android functionalities such as the new Adaptive battery which helps provide 2-days of battery life (according to Nokia), the Android One UI gives you a streamlined, easy to use user interface and a curated set of preinstalled apps. Additionally, Nokia says that the Android one UI meets the elevated software requirements set by Google, allowing you to access free, unlimited high-quality photo storage with Google Photos.

Moving forward, the new Nokia phone is pretty fast (though not necessarily as fast as the Nokia 8 which features a faster Qualcomm Snapdragon™ 835 processor) powered by an AI-powered Qualcomm™ Snapdragon 710 processor.

Nokia 8.1 Network & Connectivity

Featured on this device is a dual SIM slot both of which can take on LTE Cat. 6, 2CA, L+L, VoLTE, and VoWiFi network speeds. The new Nokia phone also features Wi-FI connectivity rated 802.11 b/g/n/ac. You also get the latest Bluetooth version 5.0 like the Nokia 8 for a smooth and fast file share and transfer via Bluetooth. The location technologies featured on this device are GPS/AGPS, GLONASS, and Beidou. The new Nokia phone comes with a USB Type-C 2.0 cable type and features a 3.5 mm headphone jack.

Nokia 8.1 Memory

Nokia 8.1 comes in two variants. The lower Nokia 8.1 variant offers 64GB of built-in memory and a 4GB RAM. On the other hand, the higher variant packs an internal memory of 128GB and a corresponding RAM of 6GB. Both Nokia 8.1 variants feature a MicroSD card slot which supports up to 400GB of expandable memory. Obviously, when it comes to memory, the new Nokia phone has an upper hand over the Nokia 8 (which allows for only up to 256GB via microSD card).

Nokia 8.1 Security

Under the dual rear camera setup of this device, you’ll find an installed fingerprint sensor at the rear stationed to give you personalized mobile security based on your unique fingerprint information. The rear-mounted fingerprint sensor of the new Nokia phone is indeed placed in a reachable position and works quickly as well.

Nokia 8.1 Connections & Sensors

Apart from a rear-mounted fingerprint sensor, Nokia relayed that the new Nokia 8.1 also features the following sensors and connections; an Ambient light sensor, a Proximity sensor, an Accelerometer (G-sensor), an E-compass, a Gyroscope, and NFC. Now you have a preview of what the new HMD Global Nokia smartphone, Nokia 8.1 looks like, feels like, and costs, what is your decision? Would you go with it or you’d rather go for another midrange phone out there? Tell us all about it. Moreover, we’ve also prepared dedicated articles for other latest mid-range phones, uncovering all about their features, specs, and price in a simplified format just like the one you just read. They are just a click away. Moreover, as more tech products are popping up we’ll keep dropping more.

December 28, 2019 0 comment

Mobile Phones Reviews Tecno

Tecno SPARK 3 Review, Specs and Price in Nigeria (2019)

by John Adebimitan December 28, 2019

written by John Adebimitan

Around June last month, the Tecno SPARK 2 came around and impressed us with a series of great features. Now, SPARK 2 has a successor. In April 2019, Tecno introduced a new SPARK Tecno smartphone, Tecno SPARK 3, which was enrolled alongside a Pro version, Tecno SPARK 3 Pro. Since April 2019, Tecno SPARK 3 has ameliorated the SPARK lineup with a bigger 6.2-inch Super FULL VIEW display and a better performance with the new 2.0GHz Quad-Core processor and the latest Android 9 Pie-based HiOS.

The new Tecno phone also brings back some of those awesome features we appreciate and look forward to in the Youth-focused SPARK lineup. Let’s talk all about it. All for you, we prepared a list of the key features, specs and price information of the Tecno phone you need to know and followed it up with a write-up to magnify those details to help you make the best decision. Check it out.

Tecno SPARK 3 Price, Features and Spec List

Launch: April 2019
SIM: Dual-SIM slot
Network: GSM/ WCDMA/ GPS/ Wi-Fi/ BT
Display: 6.2-inch HD+ Super FULL VIEW
OS: HiOS based Android 9.0 Pie
Security: Face Unlock/ Rear-mounted fingerprint sensor
Processor: 2.0GHz Quad-Core
Storage: 16GB
RAM: 2GB
Camera: Front (8MP) rear (13MP+2MP)
Battery: 3,500mAh
Price: NGN 34,000

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Tecno SPARK 3 Camera

Camera! Camera! Camera enhancement now occupies a major aspect of our modern definition of a smartphone and it seems Tecno is not running short of this knowledge. With this device, Tecno has upped the SPARK lineup’s rear camera setup from a single to a dual AI-powered rear camera setup consisting of a 13MP main camera and a 2MP depth sensor. What that newly added 2MP depth sensor does is to provide excellent depth field effects, while the main camera ensures that you capture brighter shots anytime.

For selfies, SPARK 3 packs an 8MP front camera. The newly upgraded camera system featured on the new Tecno phone has built-in filters that can beautify the expression even in low light (according to the Tecno mobility). Equipped with an AI beauty mode, this device can heighten your natural beauty based on your age, skin tone or skin type.

Tecno SPARK 3 Memory

Just like last year’s SPARK 2, this device houses an internal memory of 16GB. However, unlike its predecessor which comes with 1GB/2GB RAM options, the new Tecno SPARK 3 only comes with a 2GB RAM.

Tecno SPARK 3 Display

Tecno equipped this device with a much better 6.2-inch Super FULL VIEW display which pushes a 1500-by-720 resolution. Unlike the former Tecno SPARK 2, the display of this device is boardless, meaning that you get a wider space to explore your phone interface. This display featured on this device has a remarkable screen-to-body ratio supporting full screen to distinct clarity and striking colour. So you can expect to be even more immersed in your view, whether you’re playing games, streaming movies, surfing, etc.

Tecno SPARK 3 Performance

This device takes performance in the SPARK series to a whole new level. Coupled with bigger memory, Tecno SPARK 3 is powered by a newly upgraded 2.0GHz quad-core processor to bring you a faster, stronger, and seamless smartphone experience. That’s just part of it. Another factor behind the incredible performance of the new Tecno phone is the fact that this device is run by a HiOS 5.0 based Android 9 Pie.

While the newly featured Android 9 Pie (the latest Android version operating system) improves every aspect of this new device, the more user-friendly and more convenient HiOS 5.0 brings you massive efficiencies and a drastically improved user experience. In short, this new SPARK Tecno smartphone renders an uncommonly good performance.

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Tecno SPARK 3 Security

The new Tecno SPARK 3 does it like some of Tecno’s latest smartphones featuring two modern security technologies. As we can easily guess already; we’re talking about the speedy face unlock and the quick fingerprint sensor (very effective personalized security technologies). Using the Face recognition technology, you can unlock your device in an instant with just a look at the screen after lighting up your device. On the other hand, with the rear-mounted fingerprint sensor featured on this device as we know it, lets you unlock your device instantly with a touch.

Tecno SPARK 3 Design

No doubt, Tecno is looking for more obvious ways to relay its SPARK vision – “time to light up”. Inspired by the luminous waves of light, Tecno endowed the new Tecno SPARK 3 with a luminous crystal back cover with a glossy finish. While its glossy finish makes it feel nice and premium to hold, the new luminous crystal design makes it almost literally spark and look very attractive and trending.

This device comes in stunning colours which include Midnight Black, Champagne Gold, Aqua Blue, and Bordeaux Red. Coming to the dimension of the latest Tecno phone, you’re looking at a 155.3mm tall, 75.8mm wide, and 8.15mm thick smartphone.

Tecno SPARK 3 Battery

Tecno SPARK 3’s battery should last relatively as long as the former SPARK 2 since they share a 3,500mAh battery. I said relatively because this device comes with some more features which might sap that battery life a little bit quicker, such as the newly featured AI dual rear camera setup.

Tecno SPARK 3 Network and connectivity

The latest Tecno phone presents you with a dual-SIM slot both of which supports a 4G LTE network connectivity (yes…you’re chilling with a download speed twice as fast as the 3G). Apart from the super-fast 4G LTE, Tecno SPARK 3 supports GSM, WCDMA, and Wi-Fi network connectivity. This device also features GPS (a location technology). With this device, you can also expect to be able to transfer and share files with your friends, colleagues, and family via Bluetooth connection.

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Tecno SPARK 3 Sensors

Typically, the new Tecno SPARK 3 features a total of four sensors for more convenient and smart smartphone experience. This device features a G-sensor, an Ambient Light Sensor, a Proximity Sensor, and a rear-mounted fingerprint sensor.

What do you think about the way we prepared this article on the latest Tecno Phone, Tecno SPARK 3? Did you find the features, specs and price information we talked about? Yeah, we did it all for you. What about the Tecno SPARK 3 Pro released in the same time frame?

We also prepared a dedicated article on the specs, features, and price of Tecno SPARK 3 Pro. Check it out. Oh…and there’re lots more detailed reviews on the latest smartphones and tech products you can read with us and much more coming up. If there is a particular latest smartphone review that we’ve not prepared yet you want us to prepare for you, just tell us in your comment below. We’ll be sure to work on it.

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Tecno Pouvoir 3 Air Review, Specs and Price in Nigeria (2019)

by John Adebimitan December 28, 2019

written by John Adebimitan

Tecno Pouvoir 3 Air is the latest Tecno phone launched by Tecno mobility in August 2019. This device is a smaller version of the standard Tecno Pouvoir 3. Aimed at midrange power-hungry smartphone users, the Tecno phone inherits a huge 5000mAh battery to let people who cannot afford the higher standard Pouvoir 3 access that battery life that can last up to 4 days (as Tecno promises).

I know you already want to know all about this phone. In a bit, we are going to discuss all those details of the new Tecno phone, Tecno Pouvoir 3 Air, you really want to know. Here’s a run-down followed up by a list of the key information about the features, specs, and price of the Tecno Pouvoir 3 Air. Then, you want to stay a little bit longer as we magnify these details.

Tecno Pouvoir 3 Air Price, Features and Spec List

Launch: August 2019
SIM: Dual-Nano-SIM
Network: Wi-Fi/ BT
Display: 6.0-inch FULL VIEW
OS: HiOS based Android 9.0 Pie (Go edition)
Security: Fingerprint sensor
Processor: 2.0GHz Quad-Core
Storage: 16GB
RAM: 1GB
Camera: Front (8MP) rear (8MP)
Battery: 5,000mAh
Price: NGN 26,800

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Tecno Pouvoir 3 Air Battery

Among all of the new Pouvoir 3 Air features, that one that makes you look twice at its price is the battery capacity. Like the higher Pouvoir 3, this device drags in a huge 5000mAh battery which (according to Tecno) lasts up to 4 whole days on normal conditions. To be more specific, the latest Tecno phone gives you 43hours of instant calling and up to 22 hours of video playback. Even some high-end smartphones we see around these days can’t last that long. Yet, Tecno brings that to you in its new flagship offering, Tecno Pouvoir 3 Air. This means a longer time for phone usage without worrying about the battery.

Tecno Pouvoir 3 Air Display

Tecno Pouvoir 3 Air brings back the 6.0-inch FULL VIEW screen display of last year’s Pouvoir 2 Air which pushes a resolution of 940-by-480 pixels. Tecno promises that this display on this device will let you browse more content with less scrolling and enjoy the truly theater-like viewing experience.

Tecno Pouvoir 3 Air Performance

To allow for the ultimate use of that huge battery capacity, Tecno Pouvoir 3 Air features a major upgrade too in performance. What a great combination! While Pouvoir 3 is run by an Android 8.1 OS, the new Tecno Phone takes the Pouvoir functionality to the next level, adopting the latest Android 9 Pie operating system basing on HiOS.

This makes it a more intelligent smartphone, hence, you can now access newer Android functionalities, more interesting content and functions on this device. And speaking of speed, this device is powered by a Quad-core 2.0GHz processor which means you can now multitask no more worrying about slow performance. This device will keep up fluently as you chat with friends, listen to music, take selfies, and do much more all at the same time.

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Tecno Pouvoir 3 Air Network & Connectivity

This device is a dual-Nano-SIM compatible smartphone which lets you enjoy the fastest network connectivity, 4G LTE on both. Hence, you can surely expect to get a more stable and faster connection and transmission with the new Tecno Pouvoir 3 Air (which you can enjoy nonstop on a huge battery life). Moving forward on network connectivity, this device also allows you to connect to other networks via Wi-Fi. You can also share files via Bluetooth on this device.

Tecno Pouvoir 3 Air Security

Tecno Pouvoir 3 is equipped with two effective personalized security technology to tighten up your smartphone lock. We’re talking about a fingerprint sensor and the trending face unlock. The fingerprint sensor installed at the rear this device keeps your smartphone data just a touch away, granting you instant access. But to use this security function, you need to first record your fingerprint information so the Pouvoir 3 Air can recognize when it’s your touch.

In like manner, to use the other security technology, face unlock, the Pouvoir 3 Air will need your facial information. Definitely, midrange power-hungry smartphone users will be thankful that Tecno featured these new security technologies on a device at such a price.

Tecno Pouvoir 3 Air Memory

Down from the standard Pouvoir 3’s 32GB ROM and 2GB RAM, the new Tecno Pouvoir 3 Air dips memory status to 16GB of built-in memory and 1GB of RAM like last year’s Pouvoir 2 Air.

Tecno Pouvoir 3 Air Camera

Well-well-well, I personally don’t think this device is really a great option for camera-driven smartphone users. On the other hand, if you don’t mind using a lesser camera smartphone for a 5000mAh battery phone, then, I advise you shouldn’t hesitate. So here it is. The new Tecno Pouvoir 3 Air features an AI beauty camera. For selfies you get an 8MP front camera with flash and you can as well locate an 8MP camera with flash at the rear of this device.

Tecno Pouvoir 3 Air Design

As for the dimensions of the new Tecno phone, Pouvoir 3 Air, you are looking at a 163mm tall, 78.18mm wide, and 9.25mm thick smartphone. This device rocks in colours like Champagne Gold, Midnight Black, and Aqua Blue. Presented with a glossy back cover and gently curved edges, this device is quite smooth and easy to hold.

Tecno Pouvoir 3 Air Sensors

Tecno Pouvoir 3 Air features a G-sensor for smartphone linear acceleration measurement and a rear-mounted fingerprint sensor as we already figured out for security.

Are you confused? Don’t be. Just figure out what exactly matters the most to you and how much you can spare for a smartphone. If it is battery that counts more and you don’t have enough to get the Tecno Pouvoir 3, then, the newly released Tecno Pouvoir 3 Air is the closest option you can get and plus, you also get 4G LTE connection, the latest Android 9 Pie, and two current and effective personalized security technologies – fingerprint sensor and face unlock.

In all, do you think the new Tecno phone, Tecno Pouvoir 3 Air is a great option in its price range, especially for midrange power-hungry smartphone users? You know we’ll definitely see your thoughts in that comment space. For now, adios. Check out other detailed latest smartphone reviews we prepared. See you there.

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Tecno POP 2F Review, Specs and Price in Nigeria (2019)

by John Adebimitan December 28, 2019

written by John Adebimitan

Released in April 2019, Tecno POP 2F from Tecno popped in some upgrades in Tecno’s POP family as Tecno introduces a new identity to the POP lineup, ‘Unlock, Always A Step Ahead’. While the Tecno POP 2F has many other features to be treasured, its main selling point lies in the security technologies. Tecno POP 2F introduces a Face recognition technology that lets you unlock your device via your face. Stay with us as we dish out more on the latest Tecno phone, Tecno POP 2F. Let’s start with the key features, specs, and price information, then, we’ll dive in a little bit deeper in the details.

Tecno POP 2F Price, Features and Spec List

Launch: April 2019
SIM: Dual-Nano-SIM
Network: Wi-Fi/ BT
Display: 5.5-inch Touchscreen
OS: HiOS based Android 9.0 Pie (Go edition)
Security: Face Unlock/Rear-mounted fingerprint sensor
Processor: 1.3GHz Quad-Core
Storage: 16GB
RAM: 1GB
Camera: Front (8MP) rear (5MP)
Battery: 2,400mAh
Price: NGN 20,000

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Tecno POP 2F Memory

Since the POP 2 Pro, the POP family has not yet featured an upgrade in memory spec, even down to the new Tecno POP 2F. Like the POP 2 Pro upward, this Tecno POP device features 16GB of built-in memory and a 1GB RAM. While this memory status might not really fit into our modern definition of a flagship smartphone, it’s quite a fair offer at such a price range. What do you think?

Tecno POP 2F Camera

Tecno POP 2F inherits from its recent predecessors an 8MP front camera with flash and a 5MP rear camera with flash. Tecno promises that the 8MP selfie camera featured on this device can take amazing and clear pictures even in low light scenarios with front flash. This time, Tecno mobility says in specificity that this device features with beauty camera which has 7 levels of beauty mode to give you a brand new photography experience.

Tecno POP 2F Security

As I said, I personally think that this is where the new Tecno POP 2F is actually a step ahead of other POPs so far. While dragging in the rear-mounted fingerprint sensor featured on previous Tecno POP 2 Pro and POP 2 for personalized security, this device introduces another new era smartphone security technology like the recent POP 2 Power, the Face unlock, now making two personalized security technology. As an alternative, this new personalized security technology (like we know it) records your facial information which it uses to recognize your face to give you instant access to your smartphone. Really a fun detail, I tell you.

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Tecno POP 2F Performance

Equipped with a 1.3GHz Quad-Core processor, the new Tecno POP 2F will definitely render a smart performance like its most recent predecessors; POP 2 Power, POP 2 Pro, and POP 2. This device is also run by HiOS 3.3 based on Android^TM8.1 (Go edition) coupled to give you a simplified, fluent, and efficient user experience.

Tecno POP 2F Display/Design

Tecno POP 2F features the usual 5.5-inch Touchscreen display which pushes a resolution of 940-by-480 pixels. As for its dimensions, this device is 149.76mm tall, 72.8mm wide and 9.35mm thick. You can get the Tecno POP 2F in colours like Champagne Gold, Midnight Blue, and City Blue.

Tecno POP 2F Battery

While the recent POP 2 Power sports a bigger and longer-lasting 4000mAh battery, the latest Tecno POP 2F sticks with a 2400mAh battery like the POP 2 Pro and POP 2. Thus, you can expect this device to last as longs as the standard Tecno POP 2 can.

Tecno POP 2F Network & Connectivity

Featured on the latest Tecno phone is features dual-Nano-SIM network connectivity. The new Tecno POP 2F supports Wi-Fi network connection and Bluetooth connectivity.

Tecno POP 2F Sensors

In addition to the already addressed rear-mounted fingerprint sensor, this device also features a G-sensor for display rotation, for example, providing the sensation of movement to control games like Asphalt.

I just think the big deal about this new Tecno phone is the trendy Face recognition technology it features which is a notable upgrade in the line-up. On the other hand, extending the competition outside the walls of the Tecno POP family, the latest Tecno POP 2F, as the POP family has had a custom, is basically targeted at affordability. What about you? Do you think that this device is a fair offer for its price tag? Comments! Comments!! Comments!!! Put your thoughts down in writing.

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Tecno SPARK 3 Pro Review, Specs and Price in Nigeria (2019)

by John Adebimitan December 28, 2019

written by John Adebimitan

Tecno’s time to light up is here once again. In April 2019, Tecno launched the Tecno SPARK 3 Pro alongside the recent SPARK 3 as an upgraded version, hence, the Pro edition. While we can say that most features featured on the new Tecno SPARK 3 Pro are also featured by its sibling, Tecno SPARK 3, this device also features some notably upgraded features to show for that Pro name especially when it comes to memory and connectivity. We’ll talk more on that in a bit.

Do well to go through the key specs, features, and price information of the Tecno SPARK 3 Pro, listed below. That will give you an insight into what you can expect from this new Tecno phone. Let’s talk further after that.

Tecno SPARK 3 Pro Price, Features and Spec List

Launch: April 2019
SIM: Dual-Nano-SIM
Network: GSM/ WCMA/ GPS/ Wi-Fi/ BT/ OTG
Display: 6.2-inch HD+ Super FULL VIEW
OS: HiOS based Android 9.0 Pie
Security: Face Unlock/ Rear-mounted fingerprint senor
Processor: 2.0GHz Quad-Core
Storage: 32GB
RAM: 2GB
Camera: Front (8MP) rear (13MP+2MP)
Battery: 3,500mAh
Price: NGN 37,500

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Tecno SPARK 3 Pro Camera

Tecno SPARK 3 Pro drags along the newly upgraded AI dual rear camera setup made up of a 13MP main camera and a 2MP secondary camera, both of which ensure that you get quality images. This means that apart from getting more brightness and clarity in your shots, you can also get an excellent depth of field effects. At the front of this device, you’ll find also find an 8MP selfie camera.

The entire camera system of the SPARK 3 Pro provides you with new and fun camera performances including AI HDR, Sports mode, AI Beauty mode, Portrait mode, Bokeh effects on, and low light mode. Thanks to its built-in filters, you can beautify your look even in low light. The AI beauty mode is there to heighten your beauty base on relating factors like your age, skin tone or skin type.

Tecno SPARK 3 Pro Network & Connectivity

Tecno SPARK 3 Pro allows you to enjoy the Pro 4G LTE network connection on dual-Nano-SIM connectivity for a more stable network signal and smooth flow of different apps. The network connectivity of this device then stretches to GSM, WCDMA, and Wi-Fi.

This device also features GPS. You can also share files using the Bluetooth connectivity of this device. The new SPARK also has support for OTG connectivity to allow for other USB device attachment.

Tecno SPARK 3 Pro Memory

I personally think that the idea behind the new Tecno SPARK 3 Pro is partly to offer a much bigger memory than the recent SPARK 3. Hence, this device comes with a larger 32GB of on-board memory (up from SPARK 3’s 16GB ROM) and 2GB RAM (up from SPARK 3’s 1GB RAM) to match it up. This means that with the SPARK 3 Pro, you get an upgraded built-in memory to store a whole lot more and RAM to allow you enjoy that robust memory to the fullest, multitask with less worry of lags.

Tecno SPARK 3 Pro Display

This device shares a 6.2-inch HD+ Super FULL VIEW display with the recent Tecno SPARK 3. This new display has a remarkable screen-to-screen ratio, supporting a full screen of distinct clarity and striking colour. Thus, you can enjoy your smartphone contents and explore your device in a wider space with the new Tecno SPARK 3 Pro – surfing the internet, playing games, watching movies and shows, etc.

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Tecno SPARK 3 Pro Performance

Equipped with a 2.0 GHz quad-core processor like its sibling, SPARK 3, Tecno SPARK 3 Pro will surely render a very fast, responsive, and modern smartphone experience. Coupled with its Pro memory status, this device gives you a stronger and seamless smartphone experience. However, while the recent SPARK 3 features the newer HiOS 5.0 based on Android 9 Pie, the latest SPARK 3 Pro is run by a lesser HiOS 4.6 UI though based on the latest Android operating system like its sibling. I’m guessing Tecno traded a relatively lesser UI for a higher memory performance on this device. All the same, the latest Android 9 Pie system featured on this device prompts an overall improvement in its functionality with the HiOS 4.6 bringing everything to live on the user interface, making for more user-friendly and convenient smartphone experience.

Tecno SPARK 3 Pro Security

Like the SPARK 3, the Tecno SPARK 3 Pro sports an integrated fingerprint sensor at the rear. Tecno promises that with this security technology, you can unlock the SPARK 3 Pro in a fraction of seconds. Asides from being very quick, this fingerprint sensor is quite effective at keeping your smartphone data secure.

This device also shares the face unlock feature with its sibling, providing you with more security technologies. As security effective as the trending face unlock feature on this device is, it lets you unlock your phone instantly too, but this time you just need to light up your device and look at the screen.

Tecno SPARK 3 Pro Design

The new Tecno phone is a 154.29mm tall, 75.54mm wide, and 7.88mm thick smartphone. Tecno SPARK 3 Pro brings back the luminous crystal back cover design inspired by the luminous waves of light. With this design, this device speaks more about Tecno’s vision and keeps up with the latest fashion trend. The back cover design of this device has is covered with polished glass, making it feel easy on the hand and look superior and beautiful.

Tecno SPARK 3 Pro Battery

There’s nothing really new about the battery of the new Tecno SPARK 3 Pro. This device sticks with the same 3,500mAh battery like its sibling, SPARK 3, and predecessor, SPARK 2. We’ll keep looking to see if Tecno will up battery capacity in the SPARK lineup in the future.

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Tecno SPARK 3 Pro Sensors

Apart from a rear-mounted fingerprint sensor, SPARK 3 Pro also comes with a G-Sensor, an Ambient Light Sensor, and a Proximity sensor. So would you go for the just reviewed Tecno SPARK 3 Pro for the extra memory and smoother 4G LTE network connectivity? Or maybe it doesn’t really make a difference to you? Please leave all your thoughts in your comments below. If you have anything to say about the way we relayed the very details – features, specs, and price – of the latest Tecno phone, Tecno SPARK 3 Pro, we’d love to hear too. Meanwhile, it going to be adios my friend, I’m just another article away ready to tell you all about another latest tech product. You know…that’s what I’m about.

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Tecno Phantom 9 Review, Specs and Price in Nigeria (2019)

by John Adebimitan December 28, 2019

written by John Adebimitan

Following up the former Tecno Phantom 8 is the new Tecno Phantom 9 launched recently in July 2019. We can expect as usual that this new Tecno Phantom phone is an entirely enhanced version of its predecessors, sporting storming upgrades and advanced smartphone features. The details about the latest Tecno phone, Tecno Phantom 9, that swept me off my feet is a daring AI triple Camera setup and a revolutionary in-display fingerprint sensor. I’m positive that you’ll feel the same way, but that’s only when you have profound knowledge about this new Tecno phone. So here is a detailed review that gives you the things you need to know about Tecno Phantom 9, starting with a rundown to a spec and price list, down to an elaborate discussion on the details. Keep up.

Tecno Phantom 9 Price, Features and Spec List

Launch: July 2019
SIM: Dual-Nano-SIM
Network: GSM/ WCMA/ LTE (FDD, CSFB)/ WI-Fi/ BT
Display: 6.4-inch Dot Notch AMOLED screen
OS: HiOS based Android 9.0 Pie
Security: In-display fingerprint
Processor: 2.35GHz Octa-Core
Storage: 128GB
RAM: 6GB
Camera: Front (32MP) Rear (16MP+2MP+8MP)
Battery: 3,500mAh
Price: NGN 79,000

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Tecno Phantom 9 Camera

Up until this new Tecno Phantom smartphone came around recently, we never saw a Phantom smartphone camera system as enhanced as those on the latest Tecno phone, Tecno Phantom 9. This device packs the new AI triple rear camera setup consisting of a 2MP camera which offers amazing AI bokeh effects, a 16MP main camera for AI scene recognition and AI HDR, and lastly, an 8MP ultra-wide camera of up to 120-degree giving you 3cm extreme macro photography. While Phantom 9’s ultra-wide camera lets you capture up to a 120-degree field of view taking extreme close-up shots from even 2.5cm, the main camera offers you intelligent photography with AI scene detection and AI HDR.

As for selfies, the latest Tecno phone comes with a 32MP ultra pixel selfie camera with F2.0 aperture and 1.6μm pixels to give you up to 18 facial dimensions for a selfie shot.

And speaking of more camera features, the new Phantom 9 gives you preinstalled lovely AR stickers and 75 key facial features to add fun to you stunning shots. This device also recognizes when your photo has gone up to 120-degrees. You can also animate your favourite emoji with real facial expressions which you can use when taking pictures or recording videos.

Tecno Phantom 9 Security

Yet another fun and revolutionary detail of the latest Tecno phone – security. Unlike the former Phantom 8, you’ll no longer find a fingerprint sensor at the rear of this new device. Instead, Tecno Phantom 9 introduces to you the ground-breaking in-display fingerprint sensor. This simply means that on this new phone, Tecno moved the fingerprint sensor from the rear to the screen, hidden under the display.

The new security technology featured on this device is not only trendy and fashionable but also gives quite an effective personalized protection and an overall smart and convenient user experience. To use this feature, you need to record your fingerprint information and then your device will always give you instant access to your smartphone data any time you light it up and then place your finger on the fingerprint area on the display.

Tecno Phantom 9 Display

Up from Phantom 8’s 5.7-inch display, the new Phantom 9 sports a broader 6.4-inch AMOLED Dot Notch screen display to contribute to its overall beauty and design. This means the Phantom 9 offers you a full view to browse more content smartly and enjoy them better. The AMOLED screen is there to make you display even brighter, natural, clearer, and reveal more detail in your gorgeous view. Tecno promises that Phantom 9’s AMOLED screen display will be able to filter blue ray and protect your eyes.

Tecno Phantom 9 Performance

The latest Tecno phone is run by the updated HiOS 5.0 based on the latest Android 9 Pie operating system which jointly works to give you a remarkable smartphone experience. The Phantom 9 as an upgraded system comes with some pretty cool amazing functions to offer you an unimaginable smartphone performance such as AI assistant to provide you with a better smartphone operational ease and serving as an intelligent reminder, AI Video Beauty, Smart Panel, and AI Battery Lab.

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Tecno Phantom 9 Memory

Tecno equipped this device with a bigger 128GB of onboard memory up from the Phantom 8’s 64GB ROM which means you can now save and store more important and files and data on hand. Of course, a bigger ROM needs a bigger RAM to keep things running smoothly. This device, however, comes with a 6GB of RAM to enable for more superior performance, ensuring that you store more into your device conveniently and run various applications at the same time – multitasking with ease.

Tecno Phantom 9 Design

The design of this new Phantom 9 enrolls it among flagship smartphones. Tecno mobility relays that this device undergoes up to 168 hours of manufacturing to achieve 42 million exquisite texture lines to give a glamorous craftsmanship design. This device also comes in a carefully selected Lapland Aurora color to reach extreme aesthetics. Tecno Phantom 9 is a 158.46mm tall, a 75.3mm wide, and 7.85mm thick smartphone.

Tecno Phantom 9 Battery

Uh-oh…touché! The new Tecno Phantom 9 retains the small 3500mAh battery of its predecessor, Phantom 8. I think Tecno has some homework to do to get the Phantom lineup battery back in shape like 2016’s Tecno Phantom 6 Plus which comes with a 4050mAh battery or even better.

Tecno Phantom 9 Network & Connectivity

The latest Tecno phone is equipped with dual-Nano-SIM connectivity which lets you enjoy anything within GSM, WCDMA, LTE (FDD, CSFB), and Wi-Fi network connection. Tecno Phantom 9 also allows for Bluetooth connection for file transfer.

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Tecno Phantom 9 Sensors

The new Tecno phone features a fingerprint sensor, though this time, in-display. Moving forward on sensors, Phantom 9 also comes with a G-Sensor, an Ambient Light Sensor, a Proximity sensor, and an electronic compass.

Yeah, here we are. So what do you think? Is it the new AI triple Camera setup and revolutionary in-display fingerprint sensor featured on the new Tecno phone that impressed you the most like me? Or maybe it’s the ameliorated 6.4-inch AMOLED Dot Notch screen display that you fancy? Whatever it is, you know we’re always here to hear. We’d also love to hear your thoughts on our review of the latest Tecno Phantom 9. Like…it helps. And be sure to catch up in another review of the latest smartphones.

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Infinix Hot 8 Review, Specs and Price in Nigeria (2019)

by John Adebimitan December 28, 2019

written by John Adebimitan

Infinix mobility took this month, September 2019, to release a new smartphone. Infinix Hot 8 is the latest Infinix smartphone in the market. Refreshing Infinix’s Hot smartphone line-up, the new Infinix Hot 8 packs quite a number of freshening features; a bigger view, an ameliorated camera system, a bigger battery, the list goes on. In short, this latest Infinix phone is highly speced up. Hence, we prepared a list of the key specifications of the Infinix Hot 8 which you’ll find not too far from here. After that, you’ll also find a detailed write-up where we analysed and digest these details. Let’s get you started with a run down.

Infinix Hot 8 Price, Features and Spec List

Launch: September 2019
SIM: Dual-Nano-SIM
Network: GSM/WCDMA/LTE/OTG
Display: 6.52-inch
OS: XOS 5.0 based on Android Pie 9.0
Security: Fingerprint sensor & Face Unlock (0.3 seconds)
Processor: Helio P22 (12nm) 2,0GHz Octa-Core
Storage: 32/64GB
RAM: 2/4GB
Camera: Front (8MP) Rear (13MP+2MP+Light sensor)
Battery: 5000mAh
Price: NGN 36,500

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Infinix Hot 8 Display

The new Infinix Hot 8 enlarges your view from Hot 7’s 6.2-inch to a massive 6.52-inch HD+ 20:9 Mini Drop Notch display. As we just relayed, that huge display featured on this device is a Drop Notch display, this notch contains the front camera and leaves the rest of that display for you to immerse yourself almost completely in your entertainment. The new Hot 8’s display can be as bright as 450nits, has a 90.3% rated screen-to-body ratio which means lesser bezels and a 2.5D glass to engross you in the view even more.

Infinix Hot 8 Battery

Infinix stepped up its Infinix Hot line-up power with the new Infinix Hot 8. While the former Hot 7 features a lesser 4000mAh battery, the new Hot 8 is powered by a game-changing 5000mAh battery which lasts longer and keeps up letting you do more without having to always jump from one charging point to another. However, according to Infinix mobility, you can expect this device to last for 22.5 hours on 4G talk time, 22.5 hours on music playback, 14 hours on video playback, 18.6 hours on web surfing, 11.4 hours gaming, and 25.4 hours on standby time. Infinix also promises that this Hot 8 should last for up to 3 days with its new smart AI power management.

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Infinix Hot 8 Camera

Even at first glance at the rear of the new Infinix Hot 8, you’ll notice a very impressive upgrade – the camera. Infinix equipped the new Infinix Hot 8 with a new AI triple camera setup at the rear which consists of a 13MP primary camera with a large f1.8 aperture to ensure that you capture those shots in maximal clarity, and introducing to you a 2MP depth sensor installed to gives you more depth and less noise and a dedicated lowlight sensor for better lowlight shots. In between that new triple rear camera setup is a Quad-LED flash too to illuminate the scene of your shots. Thus, this device gives you a mouthful of camera performances and features which includes PDAF which offers you high-speed autofocus technology. It continues with Auto Scene Detection that can detect up to 8 scenes, and AR Animoji Modes giving you custom bokeh, AI HDR, AI Beauty, and Panorama.

In the drop notch of the display of this device, you’ll find an 8MP selfie camera with an f2.0 aperture and a front flash designed to give you three front camera modes – AI Portrait, AI Beauty, and WideSelfie. With the Wide Selfie mode, you can fit more people into your selfies. Infinix Hot 8 front camera also lets you play with AR stickers with motion-detecting AR technology.

Infinix Hot 8 Performance

This device is much faster than its predecessor. The Infinix Hot 8 is run by an Helio P22 (12nm) Octa-Core 64-bit processor which has a CPU speed of 2.0GHz. This is sure a notable improvement from the former Infinix Hot 7’s 1.3GHz processor. Hence, as Infinix mobility promises, the new device will deliver a great performance. To make things even better, this device operates on XOS 5.0 cheetah (the latest version of Infinix UI) on the latest Android^TM 9.0 Pie. This means that with the new Infinix Hot 8 you get the best user interface in an Infinix device and the latest Android operating system in an Android device. In short, this device will give you great user experience.

And speaking of great user experience, this new Infinix phone brings back Dirac Surround Sound for better smartphone sound experience. With the Dirac Stereo Widening^TMtechnology, you can add more depth to your music – bass, sound quality, and volume.

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Infinix Hot 8 Network and Connectivity

This Infinix phone features a 3-in-1 card slot for a Dual-Nano-SIM connectivity and a dedicated memory card. The Dual-Nano-SIM features in this device can take on B2/3/5/8 rated GSM network, B1/5/8 rated WCDMA network and allows you to enjoy B1/3/5/8/B38/B40/B41 rated 4G LTE network connection. The Infinix Hot 8 also comes with OTG connectivity, the latest Bluetooth connectivity version 5.0, and FM. Sported on this device is a 3.5mm audio jack.

Infinix Hot 8 Design

This device looks gorgeous in a dual gradient glass unibody design which rocks beautiful colours like Quetzal Cyan and Cosmic Purple. Hence, new Infinix Hot 8 looks quite premium, very attractive, and gives a smooth feel in the hand.

Infinix Hot 8 Memory

This Infinix latest phone features the latest memory variant, DDR4 RAM, to enable for the fastest information flow in and out of RAM, featuring a huge 4GB RAM. This device also packs a 64GB internal memory to store a great deal and a 4GB RAM to keep things running smoothly so you can worry less of lags. And like we were hinted on earlier, this device comes with a microSD card slot. Therefore, it allows for expandable memory of up to 256GB.

Infinix Hot 8 Security

Infinix equipped the new Infinix Hot 8 with a two personalized smartphone security technologies which include a rear-mounted fingerprint sensor and a Face unlock, both of which unlocks your device in a matter of 0.3 seconds (according to Infinix mobility).

Infinix Hot 8 Sensors

Infinix Hot 8 features a rear-mounted fingerprint sensor, a G-Sensor, a Proximity sensor, a light sensor, and a Compass as far as sensors go.

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So what do you think? Did we do well to cover all the details you needed to know about the new Infinix Hot 8 – the price, specs, and features review? What are those details of this new Infinix phone you find very impressive? Have you already laid your hands on this phone? What are you observances and experiences? Feel free to share your thoughts in your comments below. As usual, as more smartphones are popping up each day we’ll keep dropping more on the latest smartphones just to keep you posted. Same location. See ya!

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