It is too early to tell if the MT6739 processor is a good choice, so watch out for our full review to see our verdict on this processor. We found that the Flare S7 was pretty snappy for a budget phone, though there were a few hiccups when multi-tasking between apps despite having 3GB RAM. The Flare S7 scored around 40k in AnTuTu. The updated processor also gives the Flare S7 support for 5Ghz WiFi networks-a plus as 5Ghz WiFi networks offer better speeds at the expense of shorter range. With the Flare S7, you get a newer MT6739 processor that has a higher clock speed at 1.5Ghz compared to the 1.3Ghz clock speed of the MT6737 processor used on the Flare S6. Quality-wise the Flare S7’s display is the same with the Flare S6: while you get a decent brightness level, colors are less saturated compared to the display of other similarly-priced phones. The 18:9 display aspect ratio also means slimmer top and bottom bezels, with the top bezel housing two front cameras. Because of the new aspect ratio, the Flare S7 ditches capacitive buttons for in-display buttons, giving it a modern look. The Flare S7 uses a bigger display with an 18:9 aspect ratio, which makes it a little taller than Cherry Mobile’s other phones. The latter deserves special recognition, as Cherry Mobile continues to bless its entry-level devices with this modern port instead of the antiquated MicroUSB port that is prevalent even with mid-range phones. The port layout is the same with the Flare S6: volume and power buttons on the right side, headphone jack on top, and speaker, microphone, and USB-C at the bottom. The phone uses a removable rear panel, and opening itreveals two NanoSIM slots, a MicroSD card slot, and a removable 2400mAh battery-a rarity nowadays. Don’t be surprised if you find yourself wiping that back panel repeatedly throughout the day.Īt the back, you have a dual rear camera, an oval-shaped fingerprint sensor, and Cherry Mobile branding right below it. Our review unit came in red, though annoyingly that glossy finish is a smudge magnet. The Flare S7 comes with a pre-installed screen protector, though you might want to replace that later on as it is prone to scratches. Inside it, you have the phone itself, documentation, headset, USB-C cable, battery, and charger. Just like the Flare S7 Plus, you get a white slide-out box with the photo of the phone in front. Priced at a hair under Php 5k for the 3GB variant, the Flare S7 is slightly more expensive than the well-regarded Flare S6, though you get upgrades like a newer processor, dual front and rear cameras, and an 18:9 display. For this crucial segment, they have the vanilla Flare S7. We are not surprised, as the Flare S7 Plus is arguably the best Cherry Mobile phone to date: aside from an Helio P60 processor, you get features like wireless charging, metal and glass build, IR face unlock, and AI-powered dual rear snappers-all for a sub-Php 12k price.Īll the praises for the Flare S7 Plus aside, Cherry Mobile made sure to remember its main market, and that is the sub-Php6k market. What do you think? Share your thoughts about Cherry Mobile Flare 2.0 in the comments below.With Cherry Mobile’s major launch last year with the Flare S7 family, the top-tier Flare S7 Plus took the spotlight. 5 Megapixel Autofocus Main Camera with Dual LED Flash.4-Inch 800×480 Pixel Capacitive Display or 233 Pixels per Inch.1.2GHz Quad Core Qualcomm Snapdragon MSM8225Q Processor.There are compromises though that we have to live with if we are going to buy their products. You can buy your quad core Flare 2.0 for ₱3,999.Īlthough many will comment that Flare 2.0 has a small amount of RAM or a ‘fail’ battery, Cherry Mobile has done a good job at offering smartphones with awesome specs but with a low price. Flare2 Day is scheduled on September 21 starting at 1PM at SM City North EDSA.
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