Infinix Hot 7 review: Overview
The Infinix Hot 7 is the newest upgrade to Infinix’s most popular smartphone series, the Hot series. The new Hot 7 does not present anything you haven’t seen on recent devices but it does perfectly well to meet today’s standards while maintaining a low price tag.
With its 6.2 inch full view display, the Hot 7 enters the smartphone arena well-connected with support for dual SIM connectivity and big battery to keep the show running longer. However, the low price tag brings a long a few caveats such as low support for 4G and luck of fast charging which are now popular among smartphone users.
The Infinix Hot 7 has gotten some huge upgrades practically all along the spec sheet compared to the Hot 6 . The 7 has better cameras, bigger storage and RAM options, bigger screen and ditches Android Go .
How does the Infinix Hot 7 perform in real life and is it worth of its Hot name? Let’s find out.
In the box:
- A micro USB cable
- Regular wall charger
- In-ear headphones
- Transparent back cover
- Plastic screen protector
- User manual and warranty cards
Infinix Hot 7 review: Design
The Infinix Hot 7 is a 6.2” phone that is narrow enough for fairly comfortable use, and it’s not too thick either. The polycarbonate back cover of the Hot 7 keeps it fingerprint free for the most part, though, it feels cheap in the hands.
The Hot adopts the design language that we have seen Infinix use on devices like the Hot 6, Infinix S3 ( review ). Nonetheless, the polycarbonate back reduces the number of times you have to wipe the device clean as seen on fingerprint magnet devices such as the Infinix Note 5 ( review ) and Hot S3X that have glossy backs. The nature of the back also gives the phone better grip in-hand compared to slippery devices like Hot S3X and Camon 11 Pro .
In terms of size, the Infinix Hot 7 measures 155.4 × 75.9 × 8.4 in height, width and thickness respectively. While the device packs a big 6.2 inch display, Infinix does a great job in fitting it in a tiny body and therefore the Hot 7 is a more ergonomic phone that is easier to use. At the top of the display is a notch that houses the 8MP front camera, speaker, sensors and front LED light.
The Hot 7 features a headphone jack on the top of the edge and hence you won’t need to buy any connectors to enjoy music on the phone. The physical buttons are on the side: the lock key on the right is easy to reach. It protrudes nicely and has a nice texture that makes it easy to press and to differentiate it from the neighbouring volume locker button which is right above it.
The left side is kept free of any buttons while the bottom contains the USB 2.0 port and the microphone. The loud speaker is located at the back of the phone. Also at the back is the fingerprint scanner and vertically aligned dual camera setup and LED flashlight. The Camera forms a little bump out of the rest of the phone, therefore, the Hot 7 is not steady when lying on its back on a flat table. However, the included cover unifies the protrusion.
Infinix Hot 7 review: Display
Infinix always puts good (not great) displays on their budget devices. The Hot 7 features a bright, vivid, and mostly sharp 6.2-inch full view 720p display. The bezel-less display with a notch is a beauty in the hands, especially for the notch lovers.
The Infinix Hot 7 comes with a large and overall tall decent 6.2 inch HD IPS LCD display with a resolution of 720 x 1500 pixels. Images and text appear sharp even in bright sunlight. While higher-end devices nowadays come with much sharper displays, the screen on the Hot 7 is fairly solid.
In terms of colours, this is a very respectable display for the mid-range price category of the Hot 7. Colours are punchy and undeniably vivid and lively, something that will be considered a plus by most users. However, those who care about perfect colour accuracy would notice it’s a bit on the cold side, plus there is some oversaturation.
Viewing angles are still great but colors (also still viewable) get a little washed out in bright light. However, the display is very comfortable to use in extremely low light or at night without too much screen glow that tires the eyes. A user can reduce the screen brightness to the lowest and also engage ‘Eye-Care” mode which filters out blue light. The result is a dimmer screen with a kind of sepia filter that makes it comfortable to read from in darkness. The Eye-care mode can be scheduled to turn on automatically at sunset and off at sunrise of custom times.
The display is not toughened with recent Gorilla glass and hence you may need to protect it from accidental falls using a third party glass screen protector and a thicker cover.
Infinix Hot 7 review: Interface and Functionality
With Android 8.1 Oreo and XOS Honeybee v4.1.0, the Infinix Hot 7 interface doesn’t look so different from the 2018 lineup of Infinix devices. Still, it runs fine and gets the job done well.
L-R: Home screen, App drawer and System menu
The Infinix Hot 7 ships with Android 8.1 Oreo with Infinix’s usual XOS skin on top. However, with the Android Q treat on the Android cookery horizon, it’s disappointing to see a now dated version of Google’s operating system on board. It would have been great to see the Hot 7 boot Android Pie out of the box. Sadly, we are not hopeful that Infinix Mobility will update the phone to Android 9 or 10 in the near future.
The XOS Honeybee here is a lot similar to XOS Hummingbird on previous Infinix devices. It is a very colourful user interface that we have gotten accustomed to. The signature app bundles of XOS like X themes, XShare and freezer are on board, adding up to the experience. If you are coming from a stock Android or Android One phone, you will find that the Hot 7 contains bloatware.
Needless to say, basic functionality is well covered on the Hot 7. Typing out text messages and chatting on social instant messengers on this large display is also a pleasure and you quickly get used to churning away lols, lmaos, rofls, and other emotionally-infused communiques and replies to your friends. It comes with Touchpal as the default keyboard but we changed this immediately to our favorite keyboard, Gboard.
Infinix Hot 7 review: Processor and Memory
The MT6580P chip clocked at 1.3 GHz delivers mostly smooth performance throughout. It will run even the latest games, maybe just not at maximum detail.
The Infinix Hot 7 is an affordable phone that does not feel underpowered at all. It runs on the quad-core MediaTek MT6580P system chip, a surprisingly capable piece of silicon that handles the Android daily grind with virtually no lag or slowdown.
We’re looking at four Cortex-A7-based cores running at up to 1.3GHz, along with a generous 2 GB of RAM (for the 32 GB unit we received). The chipset chip makes for a fairly speedy affordable phone.
With such a large bezel-less display, the Hot 7 is also a device that will certainly appeal to gamers. Good news is that it is capable of running the hottest games, including many heavier titles from the Google Play Store. However, this is not a device for hardcore gamers, check out these smartphones for hardcore gamers . Some games won’t run at maximum detail, but if you are not particularly picky about that, then the Hot 7 is for you.
Onboard storage is 32GB with 23GB available to the end user. However, memory expansion is supported, and you can pop in cards of up to 128 gigs.
Browsing the web and chatting looks good on such a large display, and the silicon muscle allows for mostly smooth usage. Scrolling around and switching between apps is a relatively smooth process, with only an occasional stutter.
Infinix Hot 7 review: Connectivity
One definite downside to the Infinix Hot 7 is that there’s no LTE support, so you’ll be relegated to 3G speeds when it comes to mobile data and downloads. On the plus side, there’s dual-SIM support for those who regularly need access to two different SIM-cards. Streaming videos is a good experience and downloads are pretty fast too at 21Mbps.
Neatly, the Hot 7 also comes with Wi-Fi, as well as the more traditional other connectivity options: Bluetooth and GPS, but there is no NFC.
Infinix Hot 7 review: Battery
The Infinix Hot 7 is powered by a non-removable 4000mAh battery which is hidden under a metallic plate seen when you remove the back cover. The Hot 7 battery life is fine but, likewise, is somewhat middling. In our review, we put the phone at full brightness and connected to a 4G network– the Hot 7 lasted 14hrs 07 mins. That’s not bad. It’s behind the Infinix Note 5, but not by much.
This translates to solid, all-day battery life with moderate use. We were able to record 6 days and 12 hours on moderate usage after a full charge and the phone still had 16% of juice available. Sadly, the Hot 7 doesn’t possess fast charging and it takes at least 2 hours to fully charge the battery.
Infinix Hot 7 review: Camera
The dual rear 13Mp + 8Mp main camera captures sharp images that look good in most conditions, but sometimes get colors wrong. 1080p video recording is also relatively sharp and smooth.
The Infinix Hot 7 features a vertically aligned dual 13Mp 5P AF lens and a secondary 8Mp 4P lens with a dual LED flash, as well as an 8Mp front-facing camera.
Camera interface
The main shooter captures 4:3, 16:9 and 18:9 images. The camera app starts quickly, revealing an interface typical for recent Infinix devices, with shooting modes like Beauty, Portrait, AI Cam, Video and Panorama. However, there are no manual settings including ISO and white balance adjustments.
Images captured on the main camera look fairly detailed and mostly good in terms of colors, but if we had to pick the nits, we’d say there were also a few instances where it miscalculated colors, shooting colder pictures that did not look that good. On the whole, though, the images captured on the Infinix Hot 2 are definitely above the average for this price class, looking sharp, vivid and generally noise-free. Indoors, in lower light scenarios, we are also pleased with the Hot 7 camera. It preserves colors close to their natural hues.
We should note that the focus is rather sluggish and may take a second to lock –which is a bit fine. Depending on the situation, it may take 2 or even 3 seconds, which feels rather slow. It is also rather tricky – when you press the shutter key, the Hot 7 will snap a photo no matter if the focus is locked or not. The white circle turn green when the camera lock focus. However, after taking a picture, there is a second lag before you can take another picture. This prevents you from snapping images extremely quickly.
Other camera settings
The camera also has an HDR shooting mode that would come in handy when you want more dynamics in an image (for example, when shooting an object against the sun or other very bright background), but capturing an HDR shot is a little slow and requires a steady hand.
The 8Mp front camera is a fairly good tool for your selfie addiction. As usual, Infinix included a beauty mode that will add an unnatural smoothening to your skin that will eventually hide any imperfections like wrinkles by blurring them. This makes for social media upload ready images with little or no edit needed.
Sample Images
The camera can also record video with up to 1080p resolution. Recorded footage looks pleasingly smooth and sharp, and there’s little to dislike about it. This little, however, includes the lack of continuous auto-focus (you have to manually tap to re-focus), and no optical image stabilization (OIS). Sound recording in videos is decent and on par with your average expectations, but does not stand out in any way.
Infinix Hot 7 review: Verdict
The Infinix Hot 7 doesn’t exactly blow us off our feet, with all of its hardware and features already present on plenty of other Infinix phones. The selfie and dual camera at the back do a really good job in well illuminated scenes. However, they are almost brought to shame when the lights go out. But we are glad Infinix offered a smartphone with sweet features at a low price tag. If you can’t quite afford the pricey Infinix Zero 6 but want a big-screen phone with recent software, this could be worth considering.
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John Ivan is a tech writer based in Kampala with a rich background in digital marketing, Web 2.0, influencer strategy, and content creation. With years of experience in consumer tech blogging, he blends industry insight with storytelling to make technology accessible and relevant. At Dignited.com, John covers the latest in digital trends, gadgets, and how tech is shaping lives across Africa.
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Talkio Mobile , Uganda’s newest telecommunications service provider, is excited to announce a groundbreaking partnership with Banana Life Investments, a leading chain of mobile phone and retail shops. This strategic alliance aims to bring Talkio’s innovative telecom services closer to Ugandans.
This collaboration will leverage Banana Life Investments’ extensive retail network of 26 stores strategically located across Uganda in major malls, towns, and cities to provide customers with unparalleled convenience. Through this partnership, Talkio Mobile will offer its full suite of services, including SIM cards, airtime, and exclusive product offerings at any Banana Life Investment location.
This partnership is more than a business initiative—it’s a shared commitment to transforming lives. By integrating Talkio Mobile’s forward-thinking services & nationwide reach with Banana Life Investments’ retail footprint, the two brands are setting a new standard for customer convenience and inclusivity.
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“This partnership aligns perfectly with our mission of connecting Ugandans to innovative and transformative telecom solutions,” said Vianne Allan Ahura, CEO of Talkio Mobile. “By leveraging Banana Life Investments’ trusted presence and nationwide footprint, we are not only expanding our agent network but also bringing our services closer to the communities we serve. This collaboration ensures that our online customers can now enjoy a seamless offline experience right at their doorstep. Together, we are empowering Ugandans with the tools they need to stay connected, grow their businesses, and unlock new opportunities.”
Solomon Ssemuyaba, the assistant general manager at Banana Life Investments, echoed this sentiment: “We are proud to join hands with Talkio Mobile to deliver innovative, customer-centric solutions. This partnership represents our shared vision of fostering a connected future for Uganda. Together, we are redefining what convenience and accessibility mean for our customers.”
The partnership goes beyond retail distribution, introducing joint initiatives aimed at value addition and personalized service. Customers can expect seamless access to:
- SIM Card Sales : Available at all Banana Life Investments locations.
- Talkio phone number bookings : Book your preferred Talkio number at any Banana Life Investments location.
- Airtime Services : Recharge easily through in-store purchases.
- Customer Support : Friendly and knowledgeable staff trained to assist with Talkio Mobile products and services.
Additionally, the two companies plan to launch promotional campaigns and expand services to even more locations, ensuring no Ugandan is left behind in the digital transformation.
Solomon Obwot is a tech writer based in Kampala, Uganda, with extensive experience in the local tech startup ecosystem. He covers the latest news and analysis on consumer tech, writes in-depth smartphone reviews, and conducts insightful interviews with industry experts. Solomon is also a passionate podcaster, sharing his knowledge and engaging in discussions about Africa’s rapidly growing tech landscape. Send emails to [email protected]
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The Mobile World Congress (MWC) Barcelona , the world’s largest exhibition for the mobile industry, has just concluded. This annual event gathers leading technology brands to unveil groundbreaking mobile, AI, and digital solutions innovations. At MWC 2025, TECNO showcased a range of AI-driven products, reinforcing its commitment to cutting-edge technology.
The key launches included:
- CAMON 40 Series – AI-powered smartphones with One-Tap FlashSnap and advanced mobile imaging features.
- MEGABOOK S14 – The world’s lightest 14-inch OLED laptop, featuring AI-enhanced multitasking and Snapdragon® X Elite.
- MEGABOOK T14 Air & K15S – Lightweight ultrabooks with AI capabilities and extended battery life.
- TECNO AI Glasses Series – Smart eyewear integrating AI imaging, translation, and AR display.
Jan Stryjak, Associate Director at Counterpoint Research, shared, “In the past year, we have observed significant advancements in the field of AI. AI will continue to drive transformative changes in our daily lives. In this critical period for the economic development of emerging markets, TECNO’s AI technologies are unlocking potential for diverse needs.”
“The application of AI technologies is crucial and urgent in emerging markets. We’re committed to bridging the digital gap between emerging and mature markets,” said TECNO CMO, Laury Bai. “TECNO is taking a practical approach to make AI more accessible, ensuring users in emerging markets can access AI and cutting-edge technologies.”
Laury Bai, TECNO CMO
Driven by its commitment, TECNO has forged a robust partnership with MediaTek, establishing a joint AI laboratory dedicated to accelerating advancements in AI. At the event, James Chen, Vice President of Product and Technology Marketing at MediaTek, emphasized, “The synergistic R&D efforts between TECNO and MediaTek are set to democratize AI technology. Our collaboration powers a seamless, interconnected AI experience, bringing users a future of truly connected intelligence.”
James Chen, Vice President, Product and Technology Marketing at MediaTek
CAMON 40 Series Powered by AI One-Tap FlashSnap Revolutionizes Smartphone Snapshot Photography
TECNO’s Global Product Launch Officer, Olivier Mas, officially unveiled TECNO’s next-generation AI-driven products. Attendees at TECNO’s launch event witnessed the highly anticipated debut of TECNO’s new CAMON 40 Series, a device that embodies TECNO’s legacy of excellence in mobile imaging. Featuring One-Tap FlashSnap Mode and TECNO AI, the series sets a new benchmark in smartphone photography, delivering exceptional snapshot capabilities and AI-enhanced user experiences.
Olivier Mas, TECNO Global Product Launch Officer
The CAMON 40 Series exemplifies a commitment to innovation that transcends hardware and software, extending into strategic partnerships that deliver cutting-edge AI solutions to emerging markets. Matt Waldbusser, Managing Director of Global Solutions and Consumer AI at Google Cloud, remarked, “Our collaboration with TECNO on the CAMON 40 Series is a standout example. Leveraging Google Cloud’s capabilities, we’ve introduced groundbreaking features such as Ask Ella, AI Image Generator, AI Writing, and AI Translate. I am particularly impressed by the industry-leading and competitive edge of some of these innovations. For instance, TECNO’s AI supports text translation in 136 languages, voice translation in 44 languages, and photo translation in 51 languages. We are excited to further strengthen our partnership with TECNO, unlocking limitless potential to bring advanced yet practical AI capabilities to emerging markets in a convenient and secure manner.”
Matt Waldbusser, Managing Director of Global Solutions and Consumer AI at Google Cloud
The CAMON 40 Series’ innovative One-Tap FlashSnap leverages AI to enhance imaging capabilities, revolutionizing mobile photography. AI optimizes camera startup and continuous shooting for instant captures, while AI-powered multi-frame processing intelligently reduces noise and enhances details, delivering sharper, more refined images. Additionally, the BestMoment algorithm analyzes motion patterns, automatically selecting the optimal frames for precise, high-quality shots in dynamic scenarios, ensuring users an unparalleled mobile imaging experience.
TECNO CAMON 40 Demonstrates the Cutting-Edge FlashSnap Capability
To delve deeper into the imaging prowess of the CAMON 40 Series, TECNO invited Frédéric Guichard, CEO of DXOMARK, to share the image performance of CAMON 40 Pro. Frédéric highlighted, “The CAMON 40 Pro 5G has demonstrated exceptional imaging and performance capabilities in our rigorous evaluations. We’ve been particularly impressed with photo performance being the best for devices under 600$, and the 1st eligible device to our Smart Choice Label.”
Onsite photo of Frédéric Guichard, CEO of DXOMARK
Beyond its advanced rapid-capture functionality, the integration of TECNO AI further enhances the device’s capabilities. Intelligent imaging, a 360° AI Call Assistant, and productivity tools elevate creativity and efficiency. Powered by MediaTek’s latest chipsets, the series ensures smooth performance, fast processing, and extended battery life. With a sleek, durable, and water-resistant design, it seamlessly blends style with practicality for modern users.
MEGABOOK S14, the World’s Lightest 14-inch OLED Laptop, Inspires Creators and Game Lovers
The MEGABOOK S14 is TECNO’s first OLED laptop and the industry’s lightest 14-inch OLED laptop, featuring a 2.8K OLED display and incredibly weighing only 899g (31.7oz). The laptop is equipped with the outstanding power of the Snapdragon® X Elite compute platform, the flagship chipset for AI PCs from Qualcomm Technologies, and integrates TECNO’s world’s first self-developed edge-side large-scale AI model, to achieve AI-enhanced multitasking.
World’s Lightest 14-inch Laptop MEGABOOK S14
Specifically designed for next-gen AI productivity, TECNO AI enhances the Ella AI Assistant, AI-powered PPT generation, AI-driven image search, smart albums, and offline meeting transcription with multilingual support. The External Graphics Dock, equipped with a powerful NVIDIA graphic card, delivers scalable, high-performance capabilities for design, gaming, and content creation. The laptop’s 2.8K OLED display with a 120Hz refresh rate ensures exceptional visuals, while DTS:X Ultra dual 2W speakers, Wi-Fi 6E, fingerprint login, and PC Manager optimize connectivity and user experience.
TECNO’s strategic partnership with Qualcomm Technologies was a highlight of the TECNO AI Ecosystem Product Launch event, demonstrating a shared vision for the future of AI PCs. Kedar Kondap, SVP & GM of Compute and Gaming at Qualcomm, took the stage to discuss the integration of Qualcomm’s cutting-edge PC chipset into the new MEGABOOK S14 laptop, underscoring TECNO’s commitment to delivering high-performance computing solutions.
Kedar Kondap, SVP & GM of Compute and Gaming at Qualcomm
In addition, TECNO also introduced several standout new products. The featherlight 999g (35.2oz) ultrabook MEGABOOK T14 Air, features high-speed storage and LPDDR5 memory, while the ultra-thin, all-metal MEGABOOK K15S, equipped with a powerful 70Wh battery and supported by a 65W PD GaN charger, offers a smarter and more long-lasting user experience. Both devices are empowered by TECNO AI with advanced AI capabilities such as AI Album and AI Voice Assistant, making them perfect companions for all aspects of life.
The Next Game-Changing Tech Innovation: See the World with the TECNO AI Glasses Series
TECNO’s new AI Glasses Series also took center stage with the introduction of TECNO AI Glasses Pro and TECNO AI Glasses, reimagining eyewear with cutting-edge imaging, intelligent interactions, and a sleek aesthetic. The TECNO AI Glasses feature an aviator design, while the Pro model showcases a browline style, both embodying timeless elegance and modern fashion.
TECNO AI Glasses Redefine the Way People See the Future
Equipped with a 50MP high-definition camera, the series integrates an OV50D sensor, a 100° ultra-wide-angle custom lens, and an AI ISP imaging chip, forming a mobile-grade imaging system. This system lets users capture stunning, high-resolution photos with advanced AI noise reduction and HDR capabilities. With real-time translation supporting over 100 languages, TECNO AI’s Ella empowers accurate translation even for less common languages, as well as voice control, AI-powered object recognition, and intelligent information summaries for ultimate convenience.
Additionally, the AI Glasses Pro features a MicroLED display with 7th-gen resin waveguide technology, offering a 30° field of view, over 1,500 nits of brightness AR display, and a lightweight, ultra-thin design. The AR display allows users to effortlessly enjoy features like translation display, navigation, information prompts, and teleprompting.
Equipped with a 250mAh battery, these glasses offer over 11 hours of music playback and 8 hours of mixed use with just 30 minutes of charging. An advanced ultra-linear speaker, bass enhancement, and spatial sound deliver an immersive audio experience, while Wi-Fi 6 and Bluetooth 5.4 ensure seamless connectivity.
With these innovative launches, TECNO is setting new standards in mobile imaging and AI-enhanced technology, shaping a more connected and empowered future for consumers in emerging markets. Once again, TECNO has showcased its cutting-edge innovation on the global stage at MWC. With the brand essence of “Stop at Nothing”, TECNO’s relentless pursuit of innovation is making AI-powered technology more accessible, allowing consumers to experience the future ahead of time.
Solomon Obwot is a tech writer based in Kampala, Uganda, with extensive experience in the local tech startup ecosystem. He covers the latest news and analysis on consumer tech, writes in-depth smartphone reviews, and conducts insightful interviews with industry experts. Solomon is also a passionate podcaster, sharing his knowledge and engaging in discussions about Africa’s rapidly growing tech landscape. Send emails to [email protected]
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