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Infinix Hot 8
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Display: 6.52-inch 720 x 1520 pixels HD+ display
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Camera: 13 MP + 2 MP + 0.3 MP Main/8-megapixel front
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Storage: 32/64 GB
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RAM: 2/4 GB
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CPU: Octa-core or Quad-core CPUs @2.0GHz
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OS: Android 9.0 (Pie)
The Infinix Hot 8 is a midrange smartphone from Infinix Mobility. The device is available in two versions. The Asian version, powered by an Octa-core Mediatek MT6762 Helio P22 CPU clocked at 2.0GHz, along with 4GB RAM and 64GB internal storage, and the African version powered by a Quad-core Mediatek MT6761 Helio A22 CPU at 2.0GHz with 2GB RAM and 32GB internal storage. There is PowerVR GE8320 GPU and storage expansion options on both sides. The display on the device is a 6.52-inches IPS HD+ with 720 x 1600 pixels resolution, and a 19.5:9 ratio. The device makes use of the trending Waterdrop notch Cut-out, which holds the front facing camera.
On the camera department, you are getting a triple camera sensors, comprising of a 13-megapixel main sensor, a 2-megapixel depth sensor and a VGA lowlight sensor. On the front, Infinix made use of a single 8-megapixel front-facing camera hidden in the notch.
The device has a rear placed fingerprint scanner at the back. It also have support for dual Nano-SIMs, with 4G LTE networks. And to carter for the large display, there is a built-in 5000mAh battery, and of course, the hardwares are unified together on an Android 9.0 (Pie) out of the box. Other key specifications and silent features of the Infinix Hot 8 smartphone are detailed in the specs table below.
Infinix Hot 8 Full Specs and Features
NETWORK
| Technology | GSM / HSPA / LTE |
| 2G Network Bands | GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900 - SIM 1 & SIM 2 (dual-SIM model only) |
| 3G Network Bands | HSDPA 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900 / 2100 |
| 4G Network Bands | LTE band 1(2100), 3(1800), 5(850), 8(900), 38(2600), 40(2300), 41(2500) |
| 5G Network Bands | No support for 5G Network modem |
| Speed | HSPA 42.2/5.76 Mbps, LTE Cat4 150/50 Mbps |
LAUNCH
| Also Known As Alternative names for gadgets, as called in other markets or countries | Infinix Hot 8 |
| Announced | 2019, September |
| Status | Available. Released 2019, September |
BODY
| Dimensions | 165 x 76.3 x 8.7 mm (6.41 x 3.10 x 0.33 in) |
| Weight | 179 g (6.07 oz) |
| 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 | 6.52 inches, 97.8 cm2 (~85.1% screen-to-body ratio) |
| Resolution | 720 x 1520 pixels, 19:9 ratio (~269 ppi density) |
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 9.0 (Pie) XOS 5.0 |
| 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 MT6761 Helio A22 - Africa Version Mediatek MT6762 Helio P22 - Asian Version |
| 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 (4x2.0 GHz Cortex-A53) - Africa Version Octa-core CPU (4x2.0 GHz Cortex-A53 and 4x1.5 GHz Cortex-A53) - Asian Version |
| 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 + ROM <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. |
2 GB RAM - African Version 4GB RAM - Asian Version |
| 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 128GB via microSD card |
MAIN CAMERA
| Camera Type | Triple Lenses |
| Camera Sensor(s) | 13 MP + 2 MP + 0.3 MP Main cameras |
| Camera Features |
Autofocus Continuous shooting Digital zoom Geotagging Panorama HDR Touch focus Face detection White balance settings ISO settings Exposure compensation Self-timer Scene mode |
| Video Resolution | [email protected] |
SELFIE CAMERA
| Camera Type | Single Lens |
| Camera Sensor(s) | 8-megapixel |
| Camera Features |
FaceID HDR AI Beauty LED |
| Video Resolution | [email protected] |
SOUND
| Loudspeaker | Yes |
| Speaker Location | Chin, below display |
| Audio Jack Type | Yes, 3.5mm audio jack |
| Sound Enhancements |
Active noise cancellation with dedicated mic - Dolby Atmos |
CONNECTIVITY
| USB | Micro USB 2.0, USB OTG |
| 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 5.0, 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 5000 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 | Cosmic Purple and Quetzal Cyan |
| 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 |
| Box Contents What is in the box, What is the box content, What accessories is in the box |
- Infinix Hot 8 - Charging Brick - USB cable - User Manual |
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How much would it be by the time it’s available in Nigeria?
So far we’ve heard that African versions will come with a Lite version, which should be a lot cheaper, even at that, the main hot 8 should be around 40k when it launches in Nigeria
This Phone Is Very Cool I have Reviews It On site My Users Said Its So Cool It has many Features
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How much can I get this device and the total price to Lusaka Zambia??
Comment:How much will the main device cost when it gets to nigeria I don’t need the lite version and when will it get to nigeria
It might or might not even reach Nigeria. So I can’t say for sure
It is already available in Nigeria. Jumia has got it for ₦ 39,890
Wow that phone is very good
Any hope for Hot 8 4gb RAM to be available in African later also…?????
The one I bought is of 4000Mah instead of 5000Mah,its camera isn’t good, it has 2gb Ram and 2gb ROM instead of 2gb ram and 32gb ROM.
You bought a fake Hot 8 obviously. Sorry!
Je voudrais ca.c’est combien svp??
How Awesome This Phone
Pls is the Asian version available in Nigeria and how much.
Comment:PLEASE. How much is the Phone NOW