Tecno Phantom 8 was unveiled at theDubai event after so much speculations, the device sure has some eye-catching features especially in the optics aspects.Some of the highlights are dual back camera setup, 6GB RAM and astounding body design. We didn’t see the unveiling ofTecno Phantom 8Plusat the event which literally means; no Phantom 8 Plus this time around.
Tecno Phantom 8 Key features
*.OS: Android 7.0 Nougat with HiOS 3.0*.SIM Type: Dual SIM (Micro)*.4G LTE: YES, LTE*.Screen Size : 5.7 Inches FHD IPS Touchscreen*.Screen Resolution: 1080 x 1920 pixels (403 PPI)*.Processor Type: Octa-core 2.60 GHzCortex, Mediatek chipset*.RAM: 6GB*.Internal Storage: 64GB.*.External Storage: microSD, up to 2TB*.Back / Rear Camera: 12MP + 13MP camera & LED Flash*.Front Camera: 20MP with LED flash*.Battery: 3500 mAh (non-removable)
Tecno Phantom 8 Features Overview
Techno Phantom 8uses a 5.7 inches screen with Full HD display, thanks to its 1080 by 1920 pixels resolution and403 Pixels Per-square Inch (PPI). The device will surely deliver quality display just as theInfinix Note 4that has the same screen size and resolution.Octa-core processor that clocks at 2.6 GHz sits on the inside, with a MediaTek Helio P25 chipset.
The Phantom 8 is equipped with a whooping 6GB RAM to see to all your multi-tasking needs, this is the first Tecno device to come with that RAM capacity.Tecno Phantom 8 boasts Android 7.0 Nougat out of the box with HiOS 3.0 from TECNO Mobile on top, the HiOS promises more optimized and sleekeruser interface. There are also news offuture OS update to Android 8.0 Oreo for the device.On-board storage for the Phantom 8 is 64GB with option to expand to up to 2TB using a micro SD card, just in case you require more storage space.
The smartphone is a dual Micro SIM Android device and supports dual standby with 4G network option as expected.Camera quality is one of the major selling points of the Tecno Phantom 8, Just as the last year’s Phantom 6, the Phantom 8 uses a dual camera setup that sees the combination of 12megapixels and 13 megapixels at the back with a single LED flash, the cameras are of Sony IMX 386 like those of iPhone flagships.With it’s 10x Super Zoom capacity, you are bound to capture professional looking images with the device. The front hosts a 20 megapixels camera with smart dual LED flash for bright selfies.Tecno Phantom 8 sports a 3,500 mAhbattery at the powerhouse, most people believe Tecno could have done better with at least 4,000 mAh ormore but all the same, the capacity onthe device is still not bad.
Another highlight of the device is its unique ‘Diamond Fire Design’ that leaves the device glossy and attractive, it is available in three different colors: Champagne Gold, Phantom Black and Galaxy Blue colors.
The Tecno Phantom 8 has three basic navigation keys in the lower front bezel while the fingerprint scanner is centrally placed at the back below the camera region.The Phantom 8 price is Ksh 11,599 in Kenya. The device will be available for purchase through various online and offline stores around the country.
Tecno Phantom 8 Best Alternatives
Another good alternative of the Phantom 8 could its predecessor: the Phantom 6 phones, you may also also consider other good camera focused devices Like Nokia 8andInfinix Note 4with shiny body design.Tecno also has the Camon CX,Spark K7andSpark Plus K9which are all good camera-focused devices in the mid-range category.
Tecno Phantom 8 Full Specifications
