TECNO has just unveiled its latest AI-powered foldable smartphones, the PHANTOM V Fold2 5G and PHANTOM V Flip2 5G. These second-generation foldables are designed to unlock productivity and creativity for business users and creative professionals.
The PHANTOM V Fold2 5G features a huge 7.85-inch main screen and 6.42-inch exterior screen, both of which have 120Hz LTPO. It is powered by the MediaTek Dimensity 9000+ chipset and packs a huge 5750mAh Aircell battery, which supports fast charging up to 70W. The most significant improvement might be the reduced weight and thinner design, which now stands at only 6.1mm when unfolded and weighs 249 grams.
The PHANTOM V Flip2 5G, in turn, is for style enthusiasts. It sports a 6.9-inch inner LTPO AMOLED display and unique 3.64-inch ThruPool Cover Screen that has been inspired by infinity pools. The phone carries a massive 4,720 mAh battery, one of the biggest available on flip foldables, and comes with fast charging support that is 70W.
Both devices also come with TECNO’s newest AI suite that has the newest Ella AI Assistant based on Google’s Gemini. The AI-based feature brings with it several functionalities such as text translation, document summarization, AI photography, and intelligent assistance. Both devices also come with Google’s Circle to Search for simple search for on-screen items.
The AI features are also applied to the camera feature. The AIGC mode in the camera app can produce professional-grade portraits in different modes, such as Lifestyle, Love, Graduation, and Childhood. Other AI features include AI Translation, AI Writing, AI Artboard, and AI Wallpaper.
TECNO’s focus on “practical AI” is aimed at bridging the technology divide between the world and developing world. The company has made language support its top priority, meaning that the AI assistant can recognize a lot of dialects and local languages, facilitating users from emerging markets to use it more conveniently.
The Ultra-Clear Five Camera Imaging System on the devices is reported to offer quality images and videos. While little information on the camera setup is known, the Flip2 comes with two 50MP rear cameras, one of which is an ultra-wide-angle shooter with a 150-degree field of view.
TECNO’s approach is to offer these feature-packed phones at prices lower than the market. This aligns with their vision of making advanced technology accessible to more consumers, particularly in emerging markets.
The launch of such AI-powered foldables is proof of the company’s innovation commitment and efforts to bring premium features at mid-range affordable prices. As the foldable market is growing, TECNO phones may provide a sensible option for consumers looking for top-of-the-line features without paying a price premium by legacy players.
