Tech-tober is ending, and itel is the latest to join the flurry of device launches to close it up. Itel Kenya has launched the itel S18, their flagship 4G model. The series succeeds itel S17 from late last year.

itel S18 Launches in Kenya; Specs, Pricing and Availability

The phone is very targeted to video creators, very apt in this era of short video content on most social platforms.

“S18 was designed to help users create their unique and fancy videos in an easier way. With the selfie and vlog trend on the rise, itel has in-depth research on short video shooting functions to encourage everyone to become a lifestyle vlogger without downloading other video clip apps.” Says the country manager Ray Fang.

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At a suggested retail price of Kshs. 11,999, this budget smartphone keeps itel on the lead as a provider of affordable smartphones in the markets in which they operate. In 2022, itel remains the No.1 Global Smartphone brand under $100 and the No.1 global feature phone brand. 

 Specs

Here are some key Tech Specs on the itel S18 

• Display: 6.6-inches IPS LCD
• Weight: 199 Grams
• Software: Android 12 Go
• Internal Storage/RAM: 64GB/2GB (with the option to expand via an external microSD card up to 128GB).
• Processor chip: UNISOC’S SC9863A on a 28nm processor.
• Battery & Charging: Li-Po 5000mAh
• Security: Fingerprint reader
• Rear Cameras: Triple camera
• – 8 Megapixels (widescreen)
• – QVGA, (depth sensor)
• – AI: QVGA lens
• Front Camera: 8MP AI camera 
• SIM: Dual SIM Hybrid (Nano-SIM, dual stand-by)
• Network: 2G, 3G, and 4G
• Color Options: Blue, Gray, Purple

The country manager also added that “S18 is the beginning of itel’s brand new 4G experience, which means that itel will keep providing better innovation and service supported by the Android 12 (Go edition). We are glad about the prospects, opportunities, and user experience that the smartphone will create in their day-to-day interaction.”