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DarkJeddi:
I know for a fact that most phone brands will give you an idea of what to expect in terms of updates when it comes to their devices.

Samsung does and Xiaomi does that I'm aware of,therefore the customer has a duty to himself to get maximum benefits from his hard earned money by doing due diligence.

On the aspect of USP,one phone's USP might be different from another's and it's left for the Customer to do his research before committing scarce resources.

L0wk3y:
Lol that’s why you’re defending your Spark 40pro…if you use any mainstream flagship for a week you’ll realize your spark 40 is lacking a lot. Bro your phone can’t even shoot in 1080p @60fps not to talk of 4k, an iPhone XR from 8 years ago can do better with just a single camera lens compared to the 3 on your phone. Just try it and see, your next phone instead of buying a new midrange device go for an old flagship device. Just for context an s21 from 2020 uses a faster processor, has better cameras, a faster usbc(3.0) port and still has wireless charging unlike the spark 40.
These OEMs play on the ignorance of the average Nigerian, knowing fully well that we can’t tell the difference if we don’t already know better.

DarkJeddi:
That's what is called a USP,a Unique Selling Point.

A USP can be any particular feature in a non Flagship device..

Wireless charging, water ingress protection,great Camera capability,big battery etc.

The point is,these are not things you take for granted at that particular budget,they are bonuses placed to entice at the price point.

DarkJeddi:
That's what is called a USP,a Unique Selling Point.

A USP can be any particular feature in a non Flagship device..

Wireless charging, water ingress protection,great Camera capability,big battery etc.

The point is,these are not things you take for granted at that particular budget,they are bonuses placed to entice at the price point.

Alapereketu:
what about tecno spark 4

DarkJeddi:
Wireless charging on a 400k+ phone?
That's about $300.
You actually expect a low midrange device of that price to come with reverse and wireless charging?
Ogbeni, make Una dey fear God.

L0wk3y:
Which other phones have you used prior to this one??

L0wk3y:
What did you expect bro….itel, Techno and Infinix are all subpar OEMs producing subpar devices, you can never really expect them to do anything above average, the marketing and packaging is what they excel at cos Nigerians don’t really read the fine prints.
They’ll give them 8gb ram….but it’ll ddr2
They’ll say 256gb rom….but it’s Ufs 2.0
They’ll give them 6000mah battery….but it’s Li-po!

Rareoil:
To be fair wireless charging is overrated.

lexxybb:
What do you need wireless charging for, how much is a good wireless charger. Some of these extra features are overrated. My wife once had a phone that supported wireless charging, she never used the feature for one day.

Lizface:
How exactly do these things make them subpar? Phones are built on trade-offs and not every model is chasing the same priorities. Li-Po battery isn’t a downgrade, it's literally industry standard and almost every smartphone uses it, including flagships. Same with your UFS and RAM point, you’re listing components without even addressing implementation or tuning.

GindoX:
Tecno Bud 4 is cool

GindoX:
Ops, that's gonna strain ya port. Someone like me groove music wella, I can't imagine pulling and inserting, it might weakens the port. Consider getting earpods

GindoX:
We supposed flog you koboko for head. what were you thinking

You confused the other guy that was telling me to gerit or forget about it... He was totally confused

GindoX:
One more thing, does earpods sync well while playing game? Hope no delay in audio.. I have purchased the Tecno Bud 4 already.. the pod na confirm craftsmanship. The noise cancellation is cool

GindoX:
You mean, 7hrs with heavy usage

GindoX:
You mean, 7hrs with heavy usage

GindoX:
Lols, calm down na. The review fear me ni... Am using the base version of spark 40. 256gb inner and 8gb RAM. Am thinking of upgrading to the pro plus... The one with me last above that 7hrs he is talking about...

These are games I play. Walking Dead (I spend hours on this because I love the storyline). Real racing 3, switches from tiktok to Facebook and WhatsApp. Data connection? I no dey off am. 95% charge take me till evening. So I was shocked when he say 7hrs, when e no be iPhone.

GindoX:
You mean, 7hrs with heavy usage

GindoX:
How's performance work your spark 40 pro plus bro?

GindoX:
How's performance work your spark 40 pro plus bro?

badaru911:
..Are you sure it's not fake you bought, cos mine is charging my 5000mah phone 3 times

badaru911:
..Are you sure it's not fake you bought, cos mine is charging my 5000mah phone 3 times

Richie001:
realme has quickly made a name for itself in Nigeria’s smartphone scene. In such a short time, the brand has gained attention with phones like the realmeNote 50, realmeC61, and realmeC75—offering a great mix of style, performance, and affordability. These models are becoming favorites, especially among young Nigerians who want quality smartphones with great features without breaking the bank. realme’s smart approach is clearly paying off, and it's exciting to see how far the brand will go.

eepeepook:
It is. There is technology to produce PS5 graphics on a handheld at almost 1080p. On docked mode, such should produce 1440p graphics upscaled to 4K. The Steam Deck is a thing. There are existing options more powerful than the Steam Deck which produce 4K 60fps images. Nintendo is being cheap because they have a loyal fan base.

floss:
The Samsung Galaxy S21 series, while generally well-received, has had some common complaints from users. Here are a few issues that have been reported:

1. Battery Life: Some users have found the battery life to be less than expected, especially with heavy usage or when using power-intensive apps.


2. Plastic Back: The standard Galaxy S21 model has a plastic back, which some users feel is a downgrade from the glass backs used in previous models, especially considering the phone's premium price.

3. Fingerprint Sensor: The ultrasonic in-display fingerprint sensor has been reported to be less reliable or slower by some users, particularly when compared to traditional capacitive sensors.

4. Camera Performance: While the camera system is generally praised, some users have reported issues with the autofocus, especially in low-light conditions, and occasional shutter lag.

5. Exynos vs. Snapdragon: In some regions, the Galaxy S21 is powered by Samsung's Exynos chipset rather than Qualcomm's Snapdragon. Some users have reported that the Exynos version has slightly worse performance and battery life compared to the Snapdragon version.

6. Overheating: There have been many reports of the phone overheating, particularly during gaming or when using the camera for extended periods.

7. Software Bloat: Users have complained about the amount of pre-installed software (bloatware) that comes with the phone, which can take up storage space and affect performance.

8. Display Issues: Many users have reported issues with the display, such as uneven color reproduction or problems with the adaptive refresh rate.