Budget-friendly competitor of the iPhone 17 Air boasts a 5,000mAh battery and retails for only $230.
Tecno, a Chinese smartphone company, has entered the market with its latest offering - the Tecno Pova Slim. This new device is making waves for its impressive battery life, setting a high benchmark for thin phones.
The Tecno Pova Slim boasts a 5,160 mAh battery, a significant 32% increase compared to the 3,900 mAh battery in the Galaxy S25 Edge. This large battery capacity allows the Pova Slim to deliver exceptional battery life, making it a standout in the market.
In terms of thinness, the Tecno Pova Slim measures 5.9mm thick, slightly thicker than the Galaxy S25 Edge, which was the first to start the trend of making phones as thin as possible at 5.5mm. However, the Pova Slim's thickness doesn't compromise on battery life, proving that ultra-thin phones can still accommodate large batteries.
Under the hood, the Tecno Pova Slim is equipped with a MediaTek Dimensity 6400 processor, which consumes less power than the Snapdragon 8 Elite and A19 Pro used by Samsung and Apple. This power-efficient processor, coupled with the large battery, ensures that the Pova Slim can deliver long-lasting performance.
The Tecno Pova Slim also comes with a 50MP rear camera, phase detection autofocus, and a 13MP selfie camera. While it lacks optical image stabilization, it captures video at 1440p. The device also features four GPS systems and is available in three colours.
The Tecno Pova Slim is equipped with 8GB of RAM and either 128GB or 256GB of storage. It also supports 45W wired charging, faster than the 25W charging in the Galaxy S25 Edge and the Galaxy Z Fold 7.
As for its price, the Tecno Pova Slim is priced at ₹19,999 in India, equivalent to approximately $227. This competitive pricing, combined with its impressive features, makes the Tecno Pova Slim an attractive option for consumers.
The Tecno Pova Slim runs on Android 15 with HiOS 15 and comes with a unique symmetrical camera bar design. It also features flash for calls, light effects for notifications, low battery reminders, charging notifications, and a voice assistant activation flash.
It is unclear how many years of support will be offered for the Tecno Pova Slim. However, with its impressive battery life, powerful processor, and attractive pricing, the Tecno Pova Slim is sure to make a mark in the smartphone market.
Meanwhile, the iPhone 17 Air is expected to have a 3,000 mAh battery. It remains to be seen whether the Tecno Pova Slim will surpass this battery capacity and become the new leader in smartphone battery life.
In conclusion, the Tecno Pova Slim is a game-changer in the smartphone market, offering a high-performance device with exceptional battery life. Its unique design, powerful processor, and competitive pricing make it an attractive option for consumers looking for a long-lasting smartphone.
