On the 9th of January, 2018, leading mobile phone manufacturer TECNO Mobile broke all existing records by creating their first slim bezels design smart phone, the Camon CM. Not only is it their first slim bezels device, it is also the first mid-range device to feature the standard 18:9 (full view) display in the market.

Now what is so spectacular about this device? Is it just the screen? Of course not! After unboxing the device and using this device for the past 20 days, here are some of the few things I personally discovered:

BEAUTIFUL DESIGN
The Camon CM features a sleek and beautiful body design. Though it is plastic, it feels and looks so good. Perfect curves at the edges, smooth and sleek design… it is sure to catch your eyes… and bae’s eye too. It comes with a sealed casing so sim and SD card would need to be inserted from the side of the device… Just one tray for all. The device’s sim tray only accepts Nano sized sims.

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LONGER SCREEN
This is one of the obvious feature of the device. It offers a full view screen due to the slim bezels. The 18:9 screen size is actually the standard Netflix Screen size. So when next you want to watch something from Netflix, this device would come in handy. Funny thing is, there is an option on the device to deactivate the full view mode for each application installed, just in case you are not a fan.


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This is the part that really catches my attention. This device comes with HiOS 3.2.0 which happens to be the latest version. It comes with a lot of new features which include:

Front, Back and Dual Flashlight Usage: There is now a setting that allows you to be able to use the front flashlight or back flashlight or even both as a torchlight at night.

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OTG Switch: There is now an OTG on and off switch in the notification tray to control OTG usage on the device. This function is also present in the settings menu.

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Eye Care: This is also an exciting new feature that helps protect your eyes at night against screen brightness. It changes the screen colour to a warm yellow colour that is comforting to the eyes at night.

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Better Battery Optimization: I really score TECNO high on this. The Camon CM is one of the most optimized Tecno device I have ever used in terms of battery efficiency. The device really does saves battery. Your 3000MaH feels like 5000MaH

BETTER MULTITASKING
There were some multitasking issues with the previous version of the Camon (Camon CX). But this issue appears to have been fixed on the Camon CM. The device multitasks easily and apps don’t force shutdown or close when in idle mode.

FAST CHARGING
Even though it was not included as part of its features, I can confirm to you the device charges very fast. This simply means fast charging is present on the device.

FLASHLIGHT INDICATOR
For the first time, Tecno Mobile is including a flashlight indicator for calls on a smart phone as an in-built function. Of course it could be deactivated in the settings if you don’t want it.

INDICATOR LIGHT
The device also comes with a blue indicator light that blinks whenever you have a notification. It also stays on when the device is charging. The downside to this light is it is just one colour, Blue and it also doesn’t change or go off when the device is fully charged.

GREAT AUDIO OUTPUT
When I tested the audio sound using earpiece, I was impressed cause the output was not only loud, the separation was on point too. The output is standard regardless of the quality of the earpiece you are using.

SCREEN FLASH
Though it was also not listed in its features, this was one of the first features I tested in the camera section. In total darkness, the screen brightens up and works like a flashlight on your pictures. Very cool feature I must say.

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4GLTE
This is a major leap in the connectivity section. A 4GLTE option is sure to help you enjoy fast browsing speed. Although the downside to this is that there is no 4G only option.

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Source: http://bbs.tecno-mobile.com/forum/general/178995-my-first-20-days-with-the-tecno-camon-cm

Don't you just love the name; C-More...

Daniyemi:
This post may be off topic but I need help.
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I am badly looking forward to the release of Tecno CMore.
I badly need to change my current phone.
But why are people saying the CX has better specs than the CMore? Urgent answers biko.

Both are Unique devices in themselves.
Tomorrow, the Cmore will be launched and we can present you with substantial info that should guide your decision making.

Go T-fan!

Kogbaski:


There's nothing wrong in asking people that have experienced such na

Thank you for this.

Hi @Samcoflex75,

Did you root your device?

tafat:
Hmm tecno no dey carry last at all.

Exactly!

sureinfo:
Nice information

Thank you for your feedback.

Riyikebaby:
Thanks for this op

You are welcome Ma'am

onilanre:
Another rubbish phone. I've vow not to buy tecno in my life after this their yeye Camon C9 plus that I only used for 2 months and this screen started malfunctioning. I took it to their yeye Carlcare without solution.

So sorry about the experience you had. We are working on getting better everyday.

phpfx:
2800MAh and 2G RAM in this 2018??

how can a phone with 4G LTE survive that.

These Tecno people don see us finish...they would never do production for any other continent other than Africans and south Americans

the only good thing there is the finger print which will stop working after 2 months

But this is not true.
I use a Tecno device and mine still works well, brother.

turhibdwhale:
Crap phone.
2gb ram with 16gbROM
Still using mediatek



When will tecno upgrade their specs?

There are lots of Chinese OEM who use Mediatek.
I see no issue with that.

Jethrolite:
Do you work for tecno? That design is horrible, this is 2018 not 2008.

Hi Jethrolite, I think it is an Okay design. "Horrible" is far-fetched, or don't you think?

@Johnyn1

Which of our devices have you used?

If you don't mind, I can sign you up to experience one of our latest devices.

We would want your view of our products to change because we desire happy customers.

Jacinta44:


me sef, am confused.

I think he meant launching.

ahless:

He actually met launching

Oh, thanks a lot for clearing that up.

skywalker240:
I Dont think the battery size will be up to that figure u are predicting (atleast not with their c series), But lets hope 4 d best.

It would be.

You can get it for as low as NGN51,500 here in Lagos.

iamxolomon:
when is the laughing ☺

How do you mean, iamxolomon?

Whichever it is, as long as they are compatible with our devices, it should be fine by us. We wish them great luck.

This is an outstanding way to begin our year. We are proud of this new style, and we hope that the fans love it.

Hello Fans

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Introducing the Tecno Phantom 8 (A8X) powered by MediaTek Helio P25 -with 2.5 GHz octa-core processor. It has a large 3,500mAh battery and up to 6GB memory/ and up to 64GB storage. Its 5.7-inch Full HD display has a low power always-on function to display notifications, calendar and more. A superior refocus dual camera and super selfie camera is also on board.

Phantom 8 unboxing here: http://bbs.tecno-mobile.com/forum/phantom-aa/153421-unboxing-the-tecno-phantom-8

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MediaTek Helio P25 is the perfect intersection of high performance and power-efficiency, meaning you'll get MORE from the smartphones it enables. MediaTek Helio P25 supports LPDDR4X memory for better multitasking and to deal with all sorts of demanding apps. Approximately 70% more memory bandwidth than its predecessor, P25 lets smartphone users do MORE advanced tasks with less energy. Want even MORE from it? Add our Envelope Tracking Module to reduce energy use even further.

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With the MediaTek Helio P25 with MediaTek Imagiq™ ISP featuring advanced Real-Time Large Aperture DoF, they'll capture photos that are ready to go from phone to frame! Large aperture depth-of-field effects are no longer the privilege of professional DSLRs. Our real-time depth maps enable P25-enabled smartphones to shoot videos and capture images at an F number as small as 0.8, like expert photographers

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For Dual-Camera devices, look no further than MediaTek Helio P25. Its 16nm Octa-core processing power with a superior ISP makes it ideal for Dual-Camera devices, supporting up to 13MP for each camera sensor. With proprietary Clear Zoom digital processing, sharp image and video can be retained even at 10x zoom.

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Lighting intensity and moving subjects can affect photo exposure especially on smartphones. With MediaTek Helio P25, phonetographers can rejoice! Our High-Performance Auto Exposure fixes the issue with real-time exposure previews that help the mobile photographer capture images with near-perfect exposure. Preventing overly dark shots, this MediaTek Imagiq ISP feature is available on MediaTek Helio P25.

Source: MediaTek
http://bbs.tecno-mobile.com/forum/phantom-aa/155622-mediatek-helio-p25-is-the-perfect-intersection-of-high-performance-and-power-efficiency

Friedyokes:
good day ...tecno k7 notification bar not working ..its not coming down when it drawn down ... Only works in lockscreen ....fix?

Hello, do you still encounter this?
It's most likely a bug.

Speculations have it that the brand is set to launch two models of the Phantom at their forth coming product launch in Dubai. Riding on the success of the Phantom 6, the device(s) are expected to debut state-of-the-art dual rear cameras with massive specifications and outlandish smartphone camera advancements. Really, if everything goes fine for TECNO Mobile as speculated, the world might finally be transiting into an era where DSLR cameras will only be seen in museums due to the ease, handiness, precision and quality of the latest Phantom and its cameras.

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Though the rumor is yet to be confirmed by the brand however, smartphone critics have been split across two verticals with some saying the move will be somewhat of an over ambition while others believe that the brand which already holds the largest smartphone market share in Africa, are well known for making daring moves that have always paid off, thus this wouldn’t be an exception
Presumably, whether TECNO Mobile launches a Phantom 7 and 8 in Dubai or not, the fact remains that this October, the smartphone brand will be launching their latest flagship in the far middle-eastern region and guess what, it could be the best device released in 2017 so far.

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Source: http://www.gizmonaija.com/tecno-mobile-to-launch-2-phantom-devices-at-global-launch-in-dubai/

ukejeifeanyi:
My tecno spark k7 does not show battery percentage near the battery bar, how can I put it?

it's in your settings. check battery.

If you feel there is no need to change your phone, then don't.

If you feel you can afford it and need one, get the new phantom.

This might seem like I'm exaggerating.
But I personally think it is worth every inch.

AdeOracle:



The phone has 16g storage space onboard and i also added 8g memory card on the phone,dont know why it always say storage space low despite having no app installed on it.
I believe even without adding memory card,the phone should work well and not complain of storage space

I believe that most of your preinstalled apps and the pictures you have tken re what eats up the RAM.

Okay guys, I've been seeing lots of stuff from TECNO this month and I think a new device is about to drop. So I went in search and guess what guys, it seems this is what the device is gonna look like. I am not sure though.

The Phantom 6 and 6 Plus which was released in September last year is expected to have a successor. According to our source the device is rumored to spot higher features than its predecessor.

Spy images of the said device.

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We don’t know the name of the device yet Phantom 7 maybe?? Until the device is officially released all we have are speculations and leaks so we advise you to take this post with a pinch of salt.

So what do you think the next Phantom will be called and your specs expectations?

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http://bbs.tecno-mobile.com/forum/phantom-aa/149596-the-next-phantom-expectation-and-spy-images

I think I can objectively state that the Tecno Spark is truly in a class of it's own.

My reasons are such that it gives this premium look and feel. and then it's a camera centric phone with above moderate battery life.

The fingerprint scanner sets it apart from the P51 as well.

AdeOracle:




Afternoon,.please what can be making my TECNO W5 with 8gig memory card always complain of low memory space despite having almost 12gig unused space left?
Making me hate buying the phone.please help

I don't understand sir.

It's an 8gig memory card, but there is a 12gb unused space?