TECNO Phantom V Flip 2: Premium Folding Phone At Affordable Price For Global Market

TECNO Phantom V Flip 2, foldable phone at affordable prices (photo: x @gizmochina)

JAKARTA TECNO kembali mengejutkan dunia teknogi dengan merilis ponsel lipat terbaru, TECNO Phantom V Flip 2. Ponsel ini hadir dengan desain yang elegan, spesifini, serta harga yang jauh lebih terjangkau dibandingkan dengan ponsel lipat dari merek-merek terkenal lainnya. TECNO menargetkan pasar negara berkembang dengan perangkat ini, memberikan solusi bagi konsumen yang ingin teknologi ponsel lipat tanpa harus mengeluarkan biaya lebih dari 1.000 dolar AS (Rp15,3 juta).

TECNO Phantom V Flip 2 comes with a 6.9-inch AMOLED deep screen that supports FHD+ resolution and 120Hz refresh rate. In addition, this phone is also equipped with a 3.6-inch OLED cover screen that allows users to interact with their favorite apps without the need to open their phone. Inside, this phone is powered by the MediaTek Dimensity 8020 processor, 8GB RAM, and 256GB of internal storage.

The premium design Phantom V Flip 2 is clearly visible from the materials used. Even though it is priced at a more affordable price, it retains a luxurious impression with Travertine Green and Moondust Gray color alloys, as well as gold accents around the camera and frames.

The camera is one of the advantages of Phantom V Flip 2. There are two rear cameras with a resolution of 50MP each capable of producing high-quality photos with a balanced color and not too saturated. On the front, the 32MP selfie camera is ready to capture images in good detail, especially for social media needs. The quality of the video also supports recording up to 4K resolution at 30fps, complete with an image stabilizer feature.

One of the uniqueness of Phantom V Flip 2 is that the cover screen is bigger than the previous generation, following trends carried by other brand folding phones such as Motorola Razr. TECNO even provides access to some live apps from the cover screen, such as Google Messages, YouTube, and Instagram.

In addition, TECNO embeds various AI-based (artificial intelligence) features, including Ella, a virtual assistant that can assist users in various tasks, such as making recommendations or helping write message replies. However, some users may feel this feature still needs improvement, especially in terms of navigation and integration with other applications.

Despite offering many interesting features, Phantom V Flip 2 has some shortcomings to consider. One of them is the battery life which is not too impressive despite using a 4,720mAh battery.

Users can only get about six hours of usage with intense use. In addition, this phone also does not support wireless charging, and the device tends to heat up quickly when used for heavy activities such as playing games.

Navigation on the cover screen is also considered rather confusing. Some users report difficulty accessing certain notifications or apps without having to open the phone.

TECNO Phantom V Flip 2 is sold for around US$699 (Rp10.7 million, prices can be different in each country) and will be available from September 23, 2024 in areas such as Africa, Southeast Asia, the Middle East, and Latin America. Unfortunately, this phone will not be released on the United States market.

TECNO Phantom V Flip 2 offers foldable phone solutions with premium design and attractive features at a more affordable price. While not perfect, with some shortcomings in software and battery life, this phone remains an attractive choice for consumers who want to experience using folding phones without having to pay a fortune.

For the developing country market, Phantom V Flip 2 provides access to innovative technology at a more friendly price in pockets, making it one of the best foldable phones in its class for 2024.