Things to Love About a TECNO Phone @TECNOMobileSA

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From useful features and trendy design to great value for money, there are many things to love about a TECNO smartphone

Love is in the air, as February marks the month of love with Valentine’s Day being celebrated (or not celebrated, depending on your relationship status). However, a relationship situation to definitely celebrate is the one you have with your smartphone, which brings so much connectivity, functionality, convenience, and entertainment to your life. There’s much to love about a TECNO phone, with the following being just some of the standouts.

A Trendy Look and Comfortable Feel

The look of a phone is the first thing that people notice, and TECNO phones bring very pleasing and trendy aesthetics with their designs. They allow you to stand out, making a statement to others that you are serious about looking your best with a premium handset (even though its price is far from emptying your bank account). They are also comfortable to hold and fit into your hand, pocket, or bag with ease.

Top Tech at Affordable Prices

Speaking of emptying your bank account, the prices of some phones these days make them inaccessible to many people. One of TECNO’s core missions is to bring the best tech packed into a smartphone at an affordable price, democratising the accessibility of a reliable, useful device. What’s not to love about that? Instead of sacrificing quality to bring the pricing down, with lower tech included or inferior parts, TECNO’s devices are a testament to the fact that devices with quality tech don’t need to cost you an arm and a leg.

More Than Just a Smartphone

When you purchase a TECNO smartphone, you are not just getting a phone. Even more value comes out of the box with a charger, USB charging cable, earphones, screen protector and phone cover also included with the device. This is not a guarantee with every phone you buy these days, where in some instances you must pay extra for these essential accessories. The charger and charging cable come with a six-month warranty, the earphones have a three-month warranty, and the TECNO phone is covered by a 13-month warranty.

Every TECNO device is also dual SIM and network open, meaning no matter what cellular network you are on, you can use the device.

Useful Features and Google Mobile Services

TECNO phones come with HiOS, an operating system that brings some helpful and useful features. These include App Twin, which allows you to log to two social media accounts at the same time, Social Turbo, which provides much more functionality to WhatsApp, Bubbles, which floats notifications at the top of other apps ensuring you never miss important info, and Smart Panel, which allows you to quickly access your favourite and frequently-used apps.

There are many more useful features to explore and love, thanks to HiOS. Every TECNO device also comes preloaded with all your favourite Google Mobile Service apps, so you don’t have to worry about struggling to access them.

Lag-free Multitasking Thanks to Memory Fusion

If you haven’t yet heard of this very useful technology incorporated into TECNO phones, then you are in for a treat! One of the most frustrating things is your phone lagging when you are multitasking while trying to meet a deadline, or another similar example. With Memory Fusion, these situations are non-existent.

Memory Fusion draws unused read-only memory (ROM) and channels it to random access memory (RAM) operations. This enhances the device’s multi-tasking capacity, translating into seamless switching between applications that are running concurrently in the background, quickly retrieving frequently accessed files and apps, and stabilising the phone’s systems for more sustainable performance and longer battery life.

TECNO Devices at Great Deals

TECNO currently has special deals with some of its retail partners to bring you useful and reliable smartphones at even more affordable prices. Bringing ease, convenience, and great value for money are some of the key guiding principles of TECNO phones, which pack the best tech into them.

Currently, the SPARK 10 5G is available for R3,499 at Edgars (availability varies per retailer per product and while stocks last). That’s an amazing saving of R1,500. Other TECNO devices with special offers at Edgars include the SPARK 10C (R2,599 – save R900), the SPARK GO 2023 (R1,799 – save R700), and POP 7 (R1,599 – save R400).

Ackermans and PEP also have special offers on TECNO phones at present with SPARK GO 2023 available for R1,899 at both (save R400), and POP 7 available at Ackermans for R1,699 (save R300) - (availability varies per retailer per product and while stocks last).

Visit the TECNO South Africa Facebook page to find out more about these offers and to stay up to date with all the latest goings-on, news, competitions, and deals.

Availability

TECNO devices are available from select retail partners, including Ackermans, Dunns, Edgars, Game, HiFi Corp, Jet, Makro, Mr Price, PEP, Pick n Pay, Shoprite, TFG, Vodacom and Woolworths (availability varies per retailer per product and while stocks last). Be on the lookout for special deals and offers to further increase your value for money.

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Things to Love About an itel Phone @itel_SA

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itel’s affordable phones not only look and feel good but also boast surprising features and specs for phones in their price range

Having celebrated Valentine’s Day this week, love is certainly in the air. Whether you have a significant other or not, a relationship you may not have thought about recognising and celebrating is the one you have with your phone.

It’s your constant companion, which brings you connectivity with family, friends and loved ones; convenience and functionality; entertainment, and much more. In a world where technology reigns supreme and phone choices are plentiful, a brand to definitely look at is itel, which brings affordable phones that not only look and feel good but also boast surprising features and specs for phones in their price range. Here are some of the standout features and specs to love about itel devices.

Eye-catching Designs and Comfortable to Use

Starting with the most obvious, being the outside, itel phones boast a trendy look. The design philosophy of these phones is a harmonious blend of sleek aesthetics and practical functionality, resulting in devices that not only catch the eye but also enhance the overall user experience. They come in a variety of colours and finishes, allowing users to express their personal style. Their weight and size also make them comfortable to hold and use, which is more important than people first think.

Democratising Phone Accessibility

Playing mostly in the entry-level to mid-range space, the pricing of itel phones makes them more accessible for more people. An example is the itel P40, which you can pick up for R1,599 on a current special offer. A quality, reliable phone doesn’t need to cost you a small fortune, as demonstrated by itel phones.

Everyday Photography Needs Met

While the saying goes ‘You get what you pay for’, the camera setup and performance on most itel phones (especially the newer models) is decent, especially when compared with the price of the device. In the budget-conscious segment, itel phones often provide cameras suitable for everyday photography needs, with quite a few adjustable settings to enhance the quality of pictures.

Long-lasting Battery Life

With loadshedding ramping up and access to charging devices becoming more and more limited, having a phone that can last power-wise is essential. itel phones pack large, long-lasting batteries into them, meaning you don’t have to worry about your phone dying at crucial times. An example would be the itel P40, whose 6,000mAh battery translates into three days off of one charge (average – dependent on the heaviness of phone usage).

Reliable and Durable

Having a phone that won’t need to be replaced anytime soon can’t be overstated. One that is reliable durable and dependable. itel phones fall into this category because despite being affordable the quality of their builds has not been sacrificed.

More Than Just a Phone in the Box

When you buy an itel device, you are not just getting a phone in the box. Along with the affordable price, even more value comes out of the box with a charger, USB charging cable, earphones, screen protector and phone cover also included. This is not a guarantee with every phone you buy these days, where in some instances you must pay extra for these essential accessories.

Note: The availability of these features and specs may vary depending on the model of the itel device in question.

Special Offers on itel Phones

You can get a new itel device at an even more affordable price, with deals currently running at several retail partners. These include Mr Price, which is offering the itel P40 at R1,599 (save R400), the itel V52 at R699, and the itel A48 at R899 (save R300) - (availability varies per retailer per product and while stocks last).

Ackermans and PEP also have special offers on itel phones at present with both the itel P40 and itel A04 available for R1,699 (save R300) and R999 respectively at Ackermans. If you’re looking for a more basic model that adequately covers your connectivity needs, the itel it2163 is selling for only R159 at PEP (availability varies per retailer per product and while stocks last).

Visit the itel South Africa Facebook page for more information on these current deals and others, competitions, and new offerings.

Availability

Various itel smartphones, including the P40, A05s, A60s, A60, A04, A18, and V52 LTE are available from select retail partners in South Africa. These include Ackermans, Edgars, HiFi Corp, Incredible, JET, Mr Price, PEP, Pick n Pay, Shoprite, and TFG (availability varies per retailer, per store and while stocks last). Visit the itel South Africa Facebook page to stay informed on the latest news.

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2024: A Big Year for TECNO and itel @TECNOMobileSA #StopAtNothing

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With new smartphones scheduled for arrival in South Africa and exciting competitions and campaigns planned for this year, 2024 is shaping up to be a big year for TECNO and itel

The start of a new year brings a chance for reinvigoration, exciting plans, and a relook at strategy and approach, and this is no different for smart tech brands TECNO and itel.

Following on from an impactful year in South Africa in 2023, which included the introduction of the SPARK 10 Series into the country, 2024 is shaping up to be another exciting year for both brands with significant developments, including a major launch scheduled for TECNO for the second quarter of the year (be on the lookout for more news about that).

TECNO Supports African Soccer

The year has already kicked off with a bang, with TECNO celebrating African soccer excellence as the official smartphone sponsor of this year’s African Cup of Nations tournament in Côte d'Ivoire. Both TECNO and itel will continue to explore partnership and collaboration opportunities that enhance things that South Africans love.

Democratising Smartphone Access

Both brands will continue to bring affordable, reliable, and great value-for-money devices to fans, while also listening to their needs and wants. TECNO and itel will also be a part of significant moments in South Africa’s social calendar, including Valentine’s Day, Easter, Youth Month, Nelson Mandela Day, Women’s Month, Black Friday, and Christmas and New Year, bringing their own flair and glow to these occasions.

Winning with TECNO and itel

Who doesn’t love winning prizes? There were plenty of opportunities for TECNO and itel fans to win in 2023, with devices and other fantastic items given away, and in 2024 both brands will continue to host regular competitions on their social media pages. Visit TECNO’s Facebook page and itel’s Facebook page for more information and to enter.

Availability

TECNO and itel devices are available from select retail partners, including Ackermans, Edgars, Game, JET, Mr Price, PEP, and TFG (availability varies per retailer, per store per product, and while stocks last).

Keep an eye out for deals currently available for both TECNO and itel, which bring devices at an even better price. These include POP 7, SPARK GO 2023, SPARK 10C, SPARK 10 5G, SPARK 10 Pro for TECNO, and the P40 for itel. To find out more news about these, follow TECNO’s Facebook page and itel’s Facebook page.

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itel Brings Five New Smartphones to South Africa @itel_SA #itelMobileSA #TheLifesWay

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itel unlocks great value for South Africans with new P40, A60S, A60, A04, and A18 smartphones

The itel P40 touched down in South Africa recently, looking to disrupt the budget phone market. Despite costing only R1,999 (recommended retail price), the itel P40 packs useful tech in its sleek, stylish design. This includes a giant 6000mAh battery, one of the biggest batteries in any phone; 18W fast-charging for when the juice does run low; and a 6.6-inch display, larger than other affordable phone options.

All these, combined with the other features and specs of the device, make the itel P40 the smart choice for those looking for a reliable, long-lasting, great-value-for-money phone.

Alongside the itel P40, a further four smartphones are available or will be available in the near future in South Africa. itel is on a mission to help everyone, no matter their needs or budget, live a better life by having access to helpful, top-quality technology at a price that won’t empty their wallets.

Endless hours of use

itel P40’s 6000mAh battery translates to three days of use from a single charge with standard use. If you use your phone more sparingly, preferring instead to occupy your time with other important things, then the phone can last for over two weeks on standby mode.

Not only is the battery larger than ones found in other phones in the same price segment, but it’s larger than ones you’ll find in some flagship phones, meaning you could spend ten times the price of the itel P40 on a flagship model and still get worse performing battery life.

And when the battery level is getting low, 18W fast-charging means you can top it back up in no time whenever you need to. Just a 10-minute charge is enough to give you hours of phone usage back.

Super smooth performance and a crystal-clear display

The 6.6-inch screen size of the itel P40 is one of the largest you will find in a budget phone, making it the perfect option no matter if you use your phone for work, to watch videos, or to scroll through social media. A detailed HD+ resolution means plenty of detail, while the 120Hz refresh rate ensures silky-smooth performance. This performance can be further boosted by the phone’s Memory Fusion Technology, which speeds up performance for multi-tasking, and loading apps, and stabilises the phone’s systems for more sustainable performance and longer battery life.

Other features

Storage isn’t a problem with the itel P40, with plenty of space for all your apps, photos and videos. Unbelievably, you can store up to 26 000 photos or 18 000 short videos with the 64GB ROM + 4GB RAM (2GB + 2GB extended) configuration. You can also expand the storage by up to 512GB with the memory card slot.

A 13MP rear camera, which delivers crisp and clear image details, is accompanied by an 8MP front-facing camera to capture all your selfies.

itel A04 and itel A18 also arrive in South Africa

Another two options for itel fans to consider are the new A04 or A18 smartphones. Launched at the same time as the itel P40 in the country, these very affordable phones also bring useful tech to make your life more convenient and fun.

The key features of the itel A04 include a 6.3-inch FW+ Waterdrop display, which brings an exceptional viewing experience; a long-lasting 4,000mAh battery; and large 2GB + 32GB memory for all your needs. In addition, the phone has a 5MP dual camera to take clear shots with ease and record all your moments, and fingerprint and facial recognition technology to safeguard your privacy and keep your data secure. All this, and much more for the unbelievable price of only R1,299.

The itel A18 is designed with the extremely budget conscious in mind but also packs some impressive tech. For a recommended retail price of only R899, you get large 32GB ROM storage (one of the highest of any in this price range), a 5-inch display, 5MP front camera and 2MP rear camera, and a dual sim setup on 4G.

Still to come, itel A60S and itel A60

Following hot on the heels of the three aforementioned devices, two more from itel, A60S and A60, will also soon be available in South Africa.

Both these smartphones boast a 6.6-inch HD+ Waterdrop display, a long-lasting 5,000mAh battery, 4GB RAM (2GB + 2GB extended) with 64GB ROM (itel A60S) and 32GB ROM (itel A60), and 8MP dual rear camera.

No matter your needs or your budget, one of these new itel smartphones will suit your requirements!

Availability

The itel P40, itel A04, and itel A18 are available from select retail partners, including Mr Price and PEP (availability varies per store and while stocks last), and are priced at R1,999, R1,299, and R899 (recommended retail prices) respectively.

Itel A60S and itel A60 will be available in South Africa from July onward priced at R1,699 and R1,499 respectively.

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