Google has boosted the pedigree of Infinix by partnering with the device manufacturer to bring Android One smartphones to Africa. The Infinix Hot 2 is the first smartphone under the Android One program in Nigeria and Africa in General.
At the moment, only Six African countries – Egypt, Ghana, Kenya, Ivory Coast, Morocco and Nigeria will get the Infinix Hot 2. They join the likes of India, Myanmar, Thailand, Nepal, Indonesia, Pakistan, Turkey, Sri Lanka, Bangladesh and the Philippines with all having one or more Android One smartphones.
Everybody is a winner in this case… The partnership with Google has increased the pedigree of Infinix across Africa and possibly across the world. Not forgetting Jumia has also managed to clinch the deal in all the six African countries and in Nigeria, MTN could make do with increase in active subscribers and not just subscribers alone.
You can check the full Infinix Hot 2 X510 Specifications below; if you are interested in other Android One smartphones Click here to access them.
Infinix Hot 2 X510 specifications
• Launch Date: August 2015
• Dimensions: 145 x 71.86 x 8.8mm
• Networks: 2G, 3G
• SIM: Dual Micro SIM slots
• OS: Android 5.1.1 Lollipop (upgradable to Android 6.0)
• Display: 5-inch (1280 x 720 pixels) HD IPS, 320ppi
• Processor: 1.3GHz Quad-Core MediaTek MT6580
• Graphics: Mali-T400 MP GPU
• Memory: 1GB RAM/2GB RAM
• Storage:16GB internal, up to 32GB/64GB via microSD card
• Camera: 8MP rear camera with LED flash; 2MP front
• Connectivity: Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, Bluetooth 4.1, GPS, USB 2.0, micro USB, Wi-Fi Direct, Wi-Fi Hotspot,
• Sensor: Accelerometer, Compass, Proximity
• Battery: 2200mAh Lithium ion (non-removable)
• Pricing: N17,500 (US$88) – 1GB RAM; N19,500 (US$98) – 2GB RAM
• Colour(s): Black, Blue, Red, White, Gold
• Available Countries: Egypt, Ghana, Ivory Coast, Kenya, Morocco and Nigeria
Pricing and Availability
While the 1GB RAM is being marketed, it seems only the 2GB RAM variant is listed for sale. It is available on Jumia (here) for N19,500 and would be available from other retail outlets but expect it to be more expensive.
In Nigeria, MTN is also offering buyers 1GB Data for N500 ($2.5) for 12 months; text A1 to 131 to enjoy this. The device will be available on Jumia for the African countries (in each country) and other retail outlets.
