Tecno i7, i5 and i3 Running Android Nougat Launched Starting At 7,990 INR

By Deepak Singh • Updated On 18 Apr 2017

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Tecno, a China-based smartphone brand, today entered the Indian market with the launch of new i-series phones that shall retail in offline markets starting from Punjab, Gujarat, and Rajasthan, which, according to Tecno, are more accepting of new brands. The company claims that its Smartphones will ‘own the night’ riding on its Pixelex technology that excesses on LED flash, uses bigger pixels and advanced software algorithms to enhance ~~low-light~~ night-time photography.

The new i-series phones include Tecno i7, i5 and i5 Pro, and i3 and i3 Pro. All of these phones run Android Nougat based HiOS, which is an interactive interface with features like WhatsApp mode(that restricts background data of all apps but WhatsApp), Google Assistant, and an Ultra Power Saving mode that still permits access to 6 apps.

Interestingly, the brand promises 100 days replacement, 1-year screen replacement warranty and will buy your phone at 50 percent price if you return your phone and upgrade to another Tecno phone in a year. The hardware used on the new Techno phones is quite basic, You can check the full specifications in the table below.

Also Read: Tecno i7 FAQ – All Questions Answered

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Tecno i-series phones Key Specifications

Model	Tecno i7	Tecno i5/ i5 Pro	Tecno i3/ i3 Pro
Display	5.5-inch, Full HD, 2.5D glass	5.5-inch, HD, 2.5D glass	5-inch, Full HD, 2.5D glass
Processor	1.5GHz MT6750T MediaTek Octa-Core	MT6737T quad-core	MT6737 quad-core
RAM	4GB RAM	2GB/3GB RAM	2GB/3GB RAM
Internal Storage	32GB, expandable	16GB/32GB, expandable	16GB, expandable
Software	Android 7.0 Nougat based HiOS	Android 7.0 Nougat based HiOS	Android 7.0 Nougat based HiOS
Primary Camera	13MP,f/2.0 aperture, PDAF, 4X LED flash	13MP,f/2.0 aperture, AF, 4X LED flash	8MP,f/2.0 aperture, AF, 4X LED flash
Secondary Camera	16MP, f/2.0 aperture	8MP, f/2.0 aperture	8MP, f/2.0 aperture
Battery	4000mAh, Rocket charging	4000mAh, Rocket charging	3050mAh
Others	Dual SIM,4G VoLTE and ViLTE, Fingerprint sensor with Saphire glass	Dual SIM,4G VoLTE and ViLTE, Fingerprint sensor	Dual SIM,4G VoLTE and ViLTE, Fingerprint sensor (only in i3 Pro)
Price	Rs. 14,990 INR	Rs. 11,490/ Rs. 12,990	Rs. 7,990/ Rs. 9,990

The new TECNO smartphone range includes five models – i3, i3 Pro, i5, i5 Pro and i7 in a price range of INR 7,990 to 14,990 (MOP). While i5, i5 Pro, i3 and i3 pro will all be available across 3 states of Rajasthan, Gujarat and Punjab from April 22, i7 will be hitting the market early May.

These new products will retail in Champagne Gold, Sky Black and Space Grey color options.

Deepak Singh

Deepak Singh is a technology journalist and editor with over 13 years of experience covering consumer electronics. A computer engineering graduate, he has developed deep expertise in chipsets, displays, and hardware performance.

Over the past decade, Deepak has reviewed more than 700 products, including smartphones, laptops, TVs, and audio gear. He currently leads the editorial team at Smartprix, focusing on accurate, useful, and hands-on tech reporting.

When he’s not testing new devices, Deepak enjoys reading and spending time with his family.

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