Tecno Mobile is set to release another flagship product as expected. The device was leaked a few days ago and I checked Tecno’s official website this morning to confirm if the rumors we’ve been hearing about Tecno R7 is actually true. A facebook post from Tecno Mobile Nigeria official facebook page also confirmed it:
Well, this is Tecno’s biggest product so far in terms of specifications and speed! An octa-core device with 2GB RAM and Gorilla glass sounds like a really big deal but we’re yet to hold this device to see what it really feels like and give a hands-on review.
However, as good as the RAM and processor sound, almost everyone was a bit disappointed with the OS. I was expecting Tecno to launch its first Android Kitkat device but unfortunately, Tecno R7 also comes with 4.2 Jellybean just like most of the devices in the #LiveSmart family.
It’s the first Tecno smartphone to come with Gorilla glass and this device comes with a whooping 16GB ROM, giving you more free space to play with.
Tecnical Specifications
Operating system: Android 4.2 Jelly Bean
Network: GSM/DCS/WCDMA
Band: GSM900/DCS1800MHz/850M /1900M/WCDMA
Data: GPRS, EDGE, 3G
Secondary camera: 5.0MP BSI FF
Primary camera: 13.0MP BSI AF Flash Light
Video calling: Yes
CPU frequency: 1.5GHz 6-Core Processor
CPU model: Building
Battery: 2430mAh
ROM: 16GB
RAM: 2GB
MicroSD: Expandable microSD up to 32GB
Screen: 5.5” Gorilla glass HD
Resolution: 720*1280
GPS navigation: Yes
WIFI（WLAN): Yes
Bluetooth: Yes BT3.5 USB port
Price and Availability in Nigeria
This device has only been announced but yet to be released into the market. It is speculated that it should be available before the end of this month for a price of #40,000 – #50,000. We may give a hands-on review if the review copy comes in soon.