Chinese smartphone maker Tecno has introduced its very first flip phone, and it’s setting a new affordability benchmark.
This remarkable flip phone, currently the world’s most budget-friendly option in its class, is generating quite a buzz.
However, it hasn’t hit the Indian market just yet. Indian consumers will get their chance on October 1st, when it becomes available for purchase on Amazon.
The Tecno Phantom V Flip 5G bears a striking resemblance to flip phones from Oppo and Samsung, but it boasts a unique circular camera module, a first for flip phones.
Let’s delve into the pricing and specifications of this exciting release.
Price and Key Features
The Tecno Phantom V Flip 5G will be available for purchase on Amazon at a competitive price of just Rs 49,999.
The company has received recognition for its exceptional design, with a nomination for the prestigious German Design Awards.
Tecno initially launched this innovative phone earlier this year in Singapore.
It marks Tecno’s maiden foray into the world of flip phones and comes in two elegant color options: Mystic Dawn and Iconic Black.
This flip phone runs on Android 13, based on HiOS 13.5. When it comes to photography, it boasts a dual-camera setup featuring a 64MP primary camera and a 13MP ultrawide camera.
For capturing stunning selfies and facilitating video calls, there’s a 32MP front camera.
The smartphone sports a generous 6.9-inch FHD+ LTPO AMOLED display with a pixel resolution of 2640×1080 and a smooth 120Hz refresh rate. Additionally, there’s a 1.32-inch circular cover screen.
Under the hood, the Tecno Phantom V Flip 5G is powered by the MediaTek Dimensity 8050 processor and packs a 4000mAh battery with 45W fast charging support.
It’s available in an 8GB RAM and 256GB storage variant. Tecno claims that the phone can charge from 0 to 50% in just 15 minutes.
Motorola Razr 40: A Budget-Friendly Flip Phone
Not to be outdone, Motorola offers its Razr 40 flip phone at a competitive price point, just slightly higher at Rs 59,999 for the 8GB RAM and 256GB storage configuration. This device features a 64+13MP dual-camera setup, a 4200mAh battery, and is powered by the Snapdragon 7 Gen 1 SOC.
