Aside from the latest PHANTOM V Fold2, the Shenzhen-based phone maker has also announced the refreshed PHANTOM V Flip2.

Good Inside

Starting with its internals, the PHANTOM V Flip2 is equipped with MediaTek’s Dimensity 8020 6nm chipset with a lone 8GB memory plus 256GB storage configuration. That RAM can be further extended to another 8GB courtesy of MemFusion.

Its 6.9-inch foldable LTPO AMOLED display stays the same with a 22:9 aspect ratio, Full HD+ resolution (2640 x 1080), and an adaptive 120Hz refresh rate.

This also means 100% support to DCI-P3 wide color gamut as well as 2160Hz PWM dimming for reduced eye strain.

Their partnership with Dolby continues by bringing the Dolby Atmos-powered dual stereo speaker setup in this flip form as well.

It also has a dual 5G SIM support and dual standby, as well as GNSS Intelligent Positioning system for better reception even in low-signal areas.

Better Outside

The most obvious change in the PHANTOM V Flip2 is its cover screen. The iconic circular cover display is gone in favor of a bigger and more usable one.

Dubbed as the “Thru Pool” Cover Screen, it’s now a 3.64-inch AMOLED display with a pixel density of 413ppi. This is very similar to the cover screen of motorola’s razr 50 and razr 40 Ultra (last year).

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Its cameras were also upgraded to a dual 50MP camera system. The main camera has a bigger 1/1.57-inch sensor (opposed to last year’s 1/1.73-inches). Meanwhile, its ultra-wide lens has a 114-degree FoV (Field of View).

It can shoot macro photos between 5 to 10cm in distance. More so, it supports 2x lossless zoom even without a dedicated telephoto unit. On the inside, its 32MP selfie shooter has AF (Auto Focus).

Greater Usability

With that large cover screen, the TECNO PHANTOM V Flip2 is expected to have better customization and an overall greater usability. There’s support for full-screen keyboard, multitasking, as well as quick operation methods without opening the flip.

For camera shooting, its FreeCam system allows you to shoot photos when the flip is half-folded such as portraits, time-lapses, and even long-exposures. There’s Cover Screen preview for dual screen preview, Ultra Selfie when you want to shoot with the rear cameras, and even a Retro DV mode to mimic old-school videos when you shoot with the flip in the traditional “camcorder” method.

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As expected, built-in AI features are also found in the PHANTOM V Flip2. Whether that be the Personal Assistant, Summary, Translation, Magic AI Eraser, AI Pattern, Intelligent Cut-Outs, and more. Even its notable AI camera feats such as Universal Tone Technology and AIGC Portrait are all included.

Extreme Reliability

The TECNO PHANTOM V Flip2 doesn’t aim for being the thinnest. Its thickest point when unfolded is at 7.64mm (16mm folded) — much like Xiaomi’s first flip offering. 196 grams isn’t too light, neither too heavy.

Just like the brand’s new fold, the V Flip2 relies on its upgraded Double Helix Star Track Water Droplet Hinge based on an aerospace-grade super strength steel.

This new hinge system allows for a smoother screen and freer folding angles between 30 to 150 degrees.

It’s also expected to last of up to 400,000 folds at room temperature. Shorter than that if you expose it to high (150,000 folds) and low temperature (100,000 folds).

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Its diamond-like finish was made using flash sand etching technique which also makes it resistant to sweat and fingerprints. Furthermore, it’s protected by Corning’s Gorilla Glass.

The Flip Leap

Much like its V Fold2 cousin, the V Flip2 boasts a huge leap in battery capacity.

From last year’s 4000mAh, it’s been boosted by 720mAh more. This makes its 4720mAh tank the third biggest so far after the HONOR Magic V Flip (4800mAh) and Xiaomi Mix Flip (4780mAh).

On the contrary, it breaks the record for any flip with the fastest charging capabilities — 70W wired charging to be very precise. TECNO promises a 50% charge in 15 minutes. Full charge is expected to finish in just 45 minutes.

The two flips aforementioned cap at 66W and 67W respectively. The Samsung Galaxy Z Flip6 is even miles behind at 25W.

Pricing and Availability

TECNO’s PHANTOM V Flip2 comes in either a subdued Moondust Grey hue or a fresher Travertine Green colorway.

The all-new clamshell-style foldable is expected to retail at around US$ 699 (EUR 633 / GBP 534 / SG$ 910 / PhP 39,600 / INR 58,700). Pricing will vary depending on one’s region.

Again, just like the brand’s book-style foldable, TECNO will sell it first in Africa on September 23. Launch date will soon follow in Southeast Asia, Latin America, the Middle East, and more on the list.