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GTel Infinity 8s
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Display: 6.09-inch 600 x 1280 pixels FullView display
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Camera: 13 MP + 2 MP + 2 MP Main/ 8 MP front
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Memory: 3GB RAM with 32/64GB ROM
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Platform: Helio A20 CPU / Android 10
GTel Infinity 8s is the latest smartphone from Gtel Mobiles of Zimbabwe. The device is the direct successor of the Infinity 7-series of last year. Some major strength of device includes a large battery, and the presence of Mediatek Helio A20. It comes in a 6.09-inch FullView display, with 600 x 1280 pixels resolution, and has Waterdrop notch overhead, where the front facing camera is kept.
Specification wise, the GTel Infinity 8s is powered by a 1.8 GHz Quad-Core processor. This is the Mediatek Helio A20 SoC which come loaded with Artificial Intelligence (AI) features. Along with the CPU, there’s a PowerVR GE8320 GPU, the presence of a 3GB of RAM and 32/64GB internal storage, expandable up to 128GB via microSD card.
As for the camera department, you are getting a triple rear cameras, which is a combination of 13 MP + 2 MP + 2 MP sensors, and a single LED flash. At the front, there is a single 8 MP sensor for more real selfies. It has dedicated dual SIM and microSD card slots, Dual 4G VoLTE, packs a 4000mAh battery and run Google Android 10 out of the box. The full specifications and silent features of the GTel Infinity 8s, are detailed in the specs table below.
Full Specifications
NETWORK
| Technology | GSM / HSPA / LTE |
| 2G Network Bands | GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900 - SIM 1 & SIM 2 |
| 3G Network Bands | HSDPA 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900 / 2100 |
| 4G Network Bands | LTE band 1(2100), 2(1900), 3(1800), 4(1700/2100), 5(850), 7(2600), 8(900), 20(800), 28(700), 40(2300) |
| Speed | HSPA 42.2/5.76 Mbps, LTE Cat4 150/50 Mbps |
| GPRS <strong>GPRS</strong> (General Packet Radio Service) is a packet oriented mobile data service on the 2G and 3G cellular communication system's global system for mobile communications (GSM), Generally, GPRS is used for the purpose of wireless data transfer, such as sharing pictures and videos or browsing the Internet via a mobile phone connection. | Yes |
| EDGE <strong>EDGE</strong> (Enhanced Data GSM Environment) is a wireless network technology generally considered the next step in the 2G network offers data transfer rates up to four times faster than ordinary GSM networks, Generally, EDGE is used for the purpose of wireless data transfer, such as sharing pictures and videos or browsing the Internet via a mobile phone connection. | Yes |
LAUNCH
| Also Known As Alternative names for gadgets, as called in other markets or countries | GTel Infinity 8s |
| Announced | 2020 June 10th |
| Status | Available. Released 2020, July |
BODY
| Dimensions | 156.5 x 73 x 8.9 mm |
| Weight | 168 grams |
| Build <strong>Build</strong> refers to the built quality of the device | Premium Plastic |
| SIM <strong>SIM</strong> (Subscriber Identity Module) is a small card that contains mobile network subscriber's account information. This allows the phone using the card to attach to a mobile network. The SIM card is most commonly associated with GSM and UMTS mobile networks. Moving a SIM card from one phone to another allows a subscriber to switch mobile phones without having to contact their mobile network carrier. SIM cards can also be used by a phone to store limited amounts of data, such as phone numbers and text messages. | Dual SIM (Nano-SIM, dual stand-by) |
DISPLAY
| Display Type <strong>Display Technology => </strong> A number of display technologies and types used in mobile phones => TFT (Thin Film Transistor), IPS (In-Place Switching), OLED (Organic Light Emitting Diode), AMOLED (Active-Matrix Organic Light-Emitting Diode), Super AMOLED (an even advanced version of AMOLED), Resistive Touchscreen (Resistive touchscreens contain two layer of conductive material with a very small gap between them which acts as a resistance), Capacitive Touchsceen (Capacitive touchscreen technology consists of a layer of glass coated with a transparent conductor) | IPS LCD capacitive touchscreen, 16M colors |
| Size | 6.09 inches, 96.7 cm2 (~77.3% screen-to-body ratio) |
| Resolution | 600 x 1280 pixels, 19:9 ratio (~262 ppi density) |
| Touch Screen | Yes, up to 5 fingers |
| Display Protection <strong>Display Protection => </strong> Gorilla Glass is a special alkali-aluminosilicate glass shield with exceptional damage resistance that helps protect mobile displays from scratches, drops, and bumps of everyday use, It is always better to go for a smartphone with Gorilla Glass for that added protection and peace of mind. |
Corning Gorilla Glass 3 (unconfirmed) - 2.5D Curved Glass |
PLATFORM
| Operating System <strong>OS => </strong> Every computer system run on a base software called Operating System (OS). Operating System controls all basic operations of the computer (such as smartphone, PDAs, tablet computers and other handheld devices). The Operating System allows the user to install and run third party applications (apps), apps are used to add new functionality to the device. | Android 10 |
| Chipset <strong>Chipset</strong> is a group of integrated circuits designed to perform one or a more dedicated functions, often with real time computing constraints, Popular smartphones are equipped with more advanced embedded chipsets that can do many different tasks depending on their programming. | Mediatek MT6761D Helio A20 (12 nm) |
| CPU <strong>CPU</strong> (Central Processing Unit) mostly known as processors, CPU processes instructions in order to carry out certain functions that make your device operate properly. Processors are often described as the brain of computers, smartphones and tablets, Smartphones and tablets rely on processors to carry out their every task, Processors are an incredibly important factor in selecting any type of computing device, including your smartphone. | Quad-core CPU (4x1.8 GHz Cortex-A53) |
| GPU <strong>GPU</strong> (Graphics Processing Unit) is a single-chip processor designed to rapidly manipulate and alter memory to accelerate the creation of images in a frame buffer intended for output to a display, This includes things such as lighting effects, object transformations, and 3D motion. | PowerVR GE8320 |
MEMORY
| RAM (Memory) <strong>RAM</strong> (Random Access Memory) is a type of computer memory that can be accessed randomly, any byte of memory can be accessed without touching the preceding bytes that allows information to be stored and accessed quickly from random locations. RAM is the most common type of memory found in computer systems, smartphones, tablets and other electronic devices. | 3 GB |
| Storage Capacity | 32/64 GB |
| Card Slot <strong>Memory Card Slot</strong> is a special slot for inserting a memory card. Memory cards allow you to expand the phone's built-in memory, A memory card (sometimes called a flash memory card or a storage card) is a small storage medium used to store data such as text, pictures, audio, and video, for use on small, portable or remote computing devices such as mobile phones, mp3 players, digital cameras. | Yes, up to 128 GB via microSD card |
| Phonebook | Practically Unlimited |
| Call Record | Practically Unlimited |
MAIN CAMERA
| Camera Type | Triple Lenses |
| Camera Sensor(s) | 13 MP + 2 MP + 2 MP dual rear camera |
| Camera Features |
Autofocus Continuous shooting Digital zoom Geotagging Panorama HDR Touch focus Face detection |
| Video Resolution | [email protected] |
| LED Flash <strong>Flash Light => </strong> There is commonly two types of flash lights are used in camera mobile phones, LED Flash (LED flash offers lower power consumption with drive circuitry that takes up very little room, LEDs can be strobed faster than any other light source), Xenon Flash (xenon flash produces an extremely intense full-spectrum white light for a very short duration) | Yes, Single LED |
SELFIE CAMERA
| Camera Type | Single Lens |
| Camera Sensor(s) | 8-megapixel front camera |
| Camera Features |
FaceID AI Beauty |
| Video Resolution | 720p |
SOUND
| Loudspeaker | Yes |
| Speaker Location | Chin, below display |
| Audio Jack Type | Yes, 3.5mm audio jack |
| Sound Enhancements | Active noise cancellation with dedicated mic |
CONNECTIVITY
| USB | USB Type-C interface, 1.0 reversible connector |
| Bluetooth <strong>Bluetooth</strong> is a wireless communications technology for exchanging data between mobile phones, headsets, computers and other network devices over short distances without wires, Bluetooth technology was primarily designed to support simple wireless networking of personal consumer devices. | Bluetooth 4.2, A2DP |
| Wi-fi <strong>Wi-Fi</strong> is a popular wireless networking technology using radio waves to provide high-speed network connections that allows devices to communicate without cords or cables, Wi-Fi is increasingly becoming the preferred mode of internet connectivity all over the world. | Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n, Wi-Fi Direct, hotspot |
| NFC <strong>NFC</strong> (Near field communication) is a set of standards for smartphones and similar devices to establish peer-to-peer radio communications with each other by touching them together or bringing them into proximity, usually no more than a few inches. | |
| GPS <strong>GPS</strong> The Global Positioning System is a satellite-based radio navigation system, GPS permits users to determine their position, velocity and the time 24 hours a day, in all weather, anywhere in the world, In order to locate your position, your device or GPS receiver must have a clear view of the sky. | Yes |
| FM Radio | Yes |
BATTERY
| Battery Capacity | Non-removable Li-Ion 4000 mAh battery |
| Fast Charging | No |
| Wireless Charging <strong>Wireless Charging</strong> (Inductive Charging) uses an electromagnetic field to transfer energy between two objects. This is usually done with a charging station. Energy is sent through an inductive coupling to an electrical device, which can then use that energy to charge batteries or run the device. | No |
| Talk Time <strong>Talk Time</strong> is the longest time that a single battery charge will last when you are constantly talking on the phone under perfect conditions, Ambient temperature and highly dependent on the cellular network environment such as the distance to the closest cell network tower. | Up to 28 hours |
| Stand-by | Up to 480 hours |
| Music Play | Up to 31 hours |
OTHER FEATURES
| Sensors <strong>Sensors</strong> are electronic components that detects and responds to some type of input from the physical environment. The specific input could be light, heat, motion, moisture, pressure and location, The output is generally a signal that is converted to use in computing systems, a location sensor, such as a GPS receiver is able to detect current location of your electronic device. | Fingerprint (rear-mounted), accelerometer, proximity, compass |
| Colors | Black and Blue |
| Java Support <strong>Java</strong> for Mobile Devices is a set of technologies that let developers deliver applications and services to all types of mobile handsets, ranging from price efficient feature-phones to the latest smartphones. Java is currently running on over 3 billion phones worldwide, and growing. It offers unrivaled potential for the distribution and monetization of mobile applications. | No |
| Messages | SMS(threaded view), MMS, Email, Push Email, IM |
| Games | Yes, Downloadable from Google Play store |
| Additional Features |
- WMV/RV/MP4/3GP player - MP3/WMA/WAV/RA/AAC/M4A player - Document editor (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, PDF) - Push to talk - Voice command/dial - Organizer |
| Box Contents What is in the box, What is the box content, What accessories is in the box |
- GTel Infinity 8s - Charging Brick - USB cable - User Manual - Protective Cover |
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User opinions and reviews
infinity 8s comes wth type c not micro Usb
I I prefer the infinity 8s
I bought Gtel mx6 from one of your guys, i had issues with that phone from day one but he kept saying it was normal. I dont think i can trust GTEL anymore. the phone needs to be charged multiple time a day. Am actually shopping around for a new phone but am scared i’ll waste money again
you cn go for Infinity 8s its a good budget phone
i’m fascinated with this gadget….
I am using 8s it is performing well
Not a bad phone. Well priced.
Where can l buy your phones
And will it cost 130
I want one am in bulawayo
where can i get a charger during lockdown period
GTel 8s is a reliable phone in terms of battery it takes not less than a day with power. I just want the GTel people to put the functions like SMART GESTURES, shake to answer and three fingers to hide like what they used to do on other phones for example SL7.
I want to buy one infinity and I’m in Karoi how can I do it during this lock down
Want to buy infinity 8s im in Beitbridge where can i get it
I want to buy this 8s infinity in Bulawayo
Hie guys help me out, is there a gtel phone with storage of around 128gig and a high quality camera of around 20mp?
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I want infinity 8s, im in Harare, where can i get the fon during this lockdown
I AM IN MUTARE IM INTERSTED IN THE INFINITY 8S
HOW AND WHERE CAN I GET ONE
in masvingo want infinity 8s how can i get it
Checking stock availability of Gtel Infinity 8 in masvingo. What to buy one on Saturday 27 March 2021. If not which branch has got it.
L bought my 8s infinite last but am having a problem on my battery its not lasting long and also its showing a charging sign while it’s not charging
I am looking for infinity 8s I am in harare
I am looking for infinity 8s. I am in Gweru. Where can I get one the Gtel shop does not have the phone
I’m a Gweru resident and I am looking for infinity 8s. The Gweru Gtel shop does not have the phone. Where can I buy one? Please help.
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In Victoria falls Zimbabwe
I think the x7 plus is the best of them all.. the 8s is frustrating thought it was going to be an upgrade from x7 plus.. would happily swap my 8s for the x7 plus
Where can I find phone case for the Gtel infinity 8
Yes gtel phones are so reliable but interms of pultch pliz upgrade on tt guys , plastcs pultch are not gud at all.
I want it but am in mtoko makosa how can someone delivery to my home.
Hie Team Gtel, here i can see that the fone is priced at $130 USD But when i visited your shop here in Kwekwe its going for $21000 RTGS or $150USD. Is it possible for me to get the one for $130 my budget is tight, thank you