The Infinix HOT S3
The Infinix Hot S3, which is the successor if the Infinix HOT S2 Pro was released in the Asian market at a very affordable rate. The device has been officially unveiled in Nigeria and will subsequently go on sale in other African countries as well. The Infinix Hot S3 will be the first ever Infinix phone to be released with Qualcomm Snapdragon and first with Android 8.1.0 (OREO) with XOS 3.2.0 (Humming Bird).
Infinix Hot S3 Key Features
- OS: Android 8.0 Oreo with XOS v3.0
- SIM Type: Dual SIM (Nano)
- 4G LTE: YES, LTE
- Screen Size : 5.65 Inches HD IPS Touchscreen
- Screen Resolution: 720 x 1440 pixels (~285 PPI)
- Processor Type: Octa-core 1.40 GHz, Snapdragon 430 chipset
- RAM: 3GB
- Internal Storage: 32GB
- External Storage: microSD, up to 128GB
- Back / Rear Camera: 13MP camera & LED Flash
- Front Camera: 20MP with LED flash
- Battery: 4000 mAh (non-removable)
Infinix Hot S3 happens to be the company’s first shot at the popular 18:9 screen aspect ratio.
Android 8.0 Oreo is pre-installed on the Hot S3 out of the box with the company’s XOS v3.0 skin on top, Infinix XOS has been widely praised for it’s sleek and well designed user interface.
Infinix Hot S3 is equipped with an Octa-core processor that clocks at 1.4 GHz with a Qualcomm Snapdragon 430 chipset to provide for a top notch processing experience. On-board RAM capacity is 3GB which is generally not bad for a smartphone in that category
Infinix Hot S3 comes with a 32GB inbuilt storage space which can be expanded to 128GB via micro SD card slot if more storage space is required by the user.
In terms of camera, the Hot S3 has more to offer with it’s front camera than the rear camera which typically makes it a nice choice for selfie lovers.
The Hot S3 finishes with plastic unibody and a quite astounding design, it has curved edges that will help enhance phone handling. Infinix Hot S3 is available in two different color; Sanstone Black and Brush Gold colors.
Infinix Hot S3 measures 152.30 x 72.80 x 8.40 (height x width x thickness) and weighs about 150.00 grams. It comes in the 18:9 aspect ratio. The Infinix smartphone is a dual Micro SIM Android phone and supports dual standby with 4G network option.
The Infinix Hot S3 has it’s fingerprint scanner positioned at the back below the camera region, apart from serving as a more convenient phone unlock system for the device, the fingerprint scanner will also serve for more security purposes for the device.
Infinix Hot S3 Detailed Specs
NETWORK | |
| 2G Network | GSM: 850/ 900/ 1800/ 1900 MHz |
| 3G Network | WCDMA: 2100 MHz (900/1700/1900/2100 MHz for LATAM) |
| 4G Network | Yes, LTE (Global Support) |
| SIM | Dual Namo SIM (Dual Standby) |
| Status | Launched: February 2018 |
BODY | |
| Dimensions | – 152.30 x 72.80 x 8.40 mm – Weight: 150 g |
| Keyboard | Touchscreen |
| Colors | Sandstone Black and Brush Gold |
| Cover | Plastic |
DISPLAY | |
| Type | – HD IPS, multi-touch touchscreen with 16m colors – 18:9 Screen aspect ratio |
| Size | 5.65 inches, 720 x 1440 pixels, 285 Pixels Per-square Inch |
MEMORY AND OS | |
| Card slot | MicroSD, up to 128GB |
| Internal | 32GB |
| OS | Android 8.0 Oreo (with XOS V3.0) |
| Processors | – Octa-core 1.4 GHz CPU – Qualcomm Snapdragon 430 chipset – Mali GPU |
| RAM | 3GB RAM |
AUDIO | |
| Alert types | Vibration, MIDI, MP3 ringtones |
| Loudspeaker | Yes |
| Audio port | 3.5mm jack |
CONNECTIVITY | |
| 2G | GPRS – up to 85.6 kbps; EDGE – up to 236.8 kbps |
| 3G | Up to 42.2 mbps downlink; Up to 11.5 mbps uplink |
| 4G | YES |
| WIFI | Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, Wi-Fi hotspot, Wi-Fi direct |
| Bluetooth | Version 4.2, A2DP |
| GPS | A-GPS |
| NFC | NO |
| USB | Type-C (with OTG support) |
CAMERA | |
| Primary | – 13 MP, auto refocus and Dual LED flash – FEATURES: Geo-tagging, touch focus, face detection, panorama, auto-HDR |
| Video | 1080p@30fps |
| Secondary | 20 MP Camera with dual Selfie Flash |
BATTERY | |
| Capacity | 4000mAh Li-Ion non-removable battery |
| Stand-by | N/A |
| Talk time | N/A |
| Music play | |
OTHER FEATURES | |
| Sensors | Accelerometer, Proximity, Compass, Rear Fingerprint and Light sensor |
| Messaging | SMS, MMS, Email, Push Mail, IM |
| Browser | HTML5 |
| Java | No |
| Miscellaneous | – FM radio – Quick charge tech – MP3/AAC+/WAV/Flac player – MP4/H.264 player – Photo/video editor – Document viewer |
PRICE | |
| Price level | About 55,000 naira– 58,000 naira (155 USD) (15,699 Ksh) |
Infinix Hot S3 Best Alternatives
Tecno Camon CM could be the best alternative of the Infinix Hot S3, they both have very similar spec write-up and features the same 18:9 aspect ration. Check out more affordable Android phones with 18:9 screen.
Sticking with Infinix? You may also consider their latest flagship device – Infinix Zero 5. The Note 4 is also a good midrange smartphone from Infinix, as well as the Infinix Zero 4 Plus.
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