Tecno Camon C9 is a camera focused device and a successor to the Camon C8, the C9 is aimed at surpassing the success of camon C8 last year, Tecno Camon C7 happens to be the mini version of Camon C9.
Most people were anticipating a fingerprint sensor on the Tecno C9, we were guilty of that too until we were informed by a reliable source from the Tecno company, it turns out to be that the device won’t be making it with one, the large round thing you’re seeing at the back is only a Lux natural flashlight.
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Tecno Camon C9 Key Specs
- OS: Android 6.0 Marshmallow
- SIM Type: Dual SIM (Micro)
- 4G LTE: YES
- Screen Size : 5.5 Inches FHD IPS Touchscreen
- Screen Resolution: 1920 x 1080 pixels (406 PPI)
- Processor Type: 1.7GHz Octa-core CPU, MediaTek MT6582 chipset
- RAM: 2GB
- Internal Storage: 16GB.
- External Storage: microSD, up to 128 GB
- Back / Rear Camera: 13MP camera & LED Flash
- Front Camera: 13MP with LED flash
- Battery: 3000 mAh
Tecno Camon C9 Features overview
The design in the Camon C9 is far from a mid-ranger, it finishes with a premium design, more like a flagship device.
Some will argue that it looks a bit like the Tecno Boom J8, well, in some areas it does, having a screen size of 5.5 inches with full HD display.
The screen resolution is set at 1920 x 1080 pixels providing a better viewing experience from any angle, no screen protection is on board here.
It comes packed with a very recent version of the Android operating system; v6.0 Marshmallow, it features the HiOS, Tecno’s customized user interface.
With its processor speed clocked at 1.7 GHz and having a 64 bit octa-core CPU, you can be sure of smooth usability, the phone will perform just fine in multitasking, thanks to its 2GB RAM that combines with 16GB of internal storage space which can be further expanded with an SD card up to 128GB.
Coming down to the camera side, this is where the Camon C9 offers the most, The name “Camon” is said to have been culled from the phrase: “Camera-On” indicating advanced camera functionalities.
The Tecno Camon C9 hosts 13 mega pixels camera and a Lux natural flashlight in both the rear and front facing cameras, the front camera is centered at the top, flanked by the flashlight and the proximity sensors on the left and right side respectively.
The front shutter has 83 degrees wide angle viewing range, its 5p lens reflects true colors giving you a more vivid photo.
The rear snapper has one more lens than which ever amount is present in the Camon C8, it features Excellent capture 2.0 which is said to enhance photos automatically and gives more professional images.
The Camon C9 also features Eye scanner, a biometric iris recognition sensor technology that quickly scans your iris to unlock the device, this could be more secured.
The Camon C9 uses a 3000 mAh of battery juice, it supports fast charge technology and can give you a standby of 200 hours and 7 hours of video play.
Tecno Camon C9 will be shipped with the new T-band from Tecno, T-band is a revolutionary smartband that was launched along side the Tecno C9, you can use it for long distance shooting, and receive call and theft alerts.
The price of the Tecno Camon C9 in Nigeria ranges from NGN48,000 to NGN55,000, the price differs depending on your location in the country, the price in Kenya starts from KES 12,000 to KES 14,500 also varying depending on your region in the country. The Camon C9 can be purchased online at cheap rate through the various online stores
Detailed specs of the Tecno Camon C9
Network | |
| 2G Network | GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900 |
| 3G Network | HSDPA 850 / 1700 / 1900 / 2100 |
| 4G Network | Band 3/7/20 |
| SIM | Dual mini SIM |
| Status | Available: August 2016 |
Body | |
| Dimensions | 153 x 76.4 x 10.35 mm Weight: |
| Keyboard | Touchscreen |
| Colors | Black, Copper, Navy blue |
| Cover | N/A |
Display | |
| Type | FHD, capacitative, multi-touch touchscreen with 16,000,000 colors |
| Size | 5.5 inches, 1920 x 1080 pixels, 406 pixels per inch |
Memory And OS | |
| Card slot | MicroSD, up to 128GB |
| Internal | 16GB |
| OS | Android 6.0 Marshmallow |
| Processors | 1.7GHz Octa-core CPU, MediaTek MT6582 chipset, Mali-400MP2 GPU |
| RAM | 2GB |
Audio | |
| Alert types | Vibration, 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 21 mbs downlink; Up to 5.76 mbs uplink |
| 4G | YES |
| WIFI | Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, Wi-Fi hotspot, Wi-Fi direct |
| Bluetooth | Version 4.1, A2DP |
| GPS | A-GPS |
| NFC | NO |
| USB | MicroUSB v2.0 |
Camera | |
| Primary | 13MP, features; autofocus with more focus capability, Geo-tagging, face detection, HDR, phase detection, panorama camera with dual LED flash |
| Video | Yes |
| Secondary | 13MP, with LED flash. |
Battery | |
| Capacity | 3000mAh Li-Po battery |
| Stand-by | N/A |
| Talk time | N/A |
| Music play | 11 hours |
Other Features | |
| Sensors | G-sensor, Light sensor, Proximity, Compass. |
| Messaging | SMS, MMS, Email, Push Mail, IM |
| Browser | HTML5 |
| Java | No |
| Miscellaneous | – MP3/WAV/eAAC+/WMA player MP4 music player – FM Radio |
Price Range | |
| Price level | N48,000 to N55,000 (260 USD) |
is it just me?
Or does anyone else really like the way they designed the back of this phone?
My dear. You are not alone.
I love the design too
The design is fine but it’s not something new naa, I hve seen dat type of design in many phones unless its the gold version that looked slightly different. I like the phones shaa and hope the price is not more than 45k.
I especially like the 4G LTE part, but since our network providers no want port go 4G, who e epp? It’s good to know that other network bands will be present though.
Really cool design and features. I just hope it’s not more than #45k as Jane rightly said. Rumor has it that the price is roughly #48,500… I’m scared o
Camon C9 is actually an awesome phone but a lot of people keep talking about the price being outrageous but I think only those who know its true value will go for it. Presently it’s worth about N65,000.
Definitely Tecno Camon C9 is a good phone at the price it is going for.
Per now how much is it I need a business in it
The price for Camon C9 is currently at 55,000 naira (152 USD) while the Camon C9 Plus (3GB and 32GB) is selling for 58,000 naira (160 USD)
I really hope its not more than that price too oo cause 48,500 is big but what about the T-band its coming with? that sounds like a nice feature too
Yeah.. It sure is a pretty cool feature. Thumbs up to Tecno mobile. The device should be hitting the mobile market say mid June
Almost got the boom j8 but had to pause a bit when I heard the c9 would be launched soon. The slim factor of the j8 coupled with the headphones simply blew me away… They say the c9 is way slimmer than the c8 plus lighter… Not to mention the juicy 2gb ram with the 1.5 or 1.7ghz processor speed integrated with marshmallow v6.0. This device had better be worth my wait…
@Hart If I’m to say, canon c9 is worth the wait, the 2gb RAM and the camera features trips men more…
So tecno heard infinix is launching a smart watch and decided to do their own with T- band, will I say Tecno is copying Infinix or vice versa?😁just asking though
I got fresh gist concerning tecnos latest camon release(c9). Sources say it would be released on the 19th of this month. Now to the bad or not-so-friendly news, I heard the price range of this device is within #49k – #52k😳 😟. The Lord is my strength
Woah, that’s very much oo, lol…far from our expectations
Hahaha am even hearing #54k to #56k somewhere else
Too far if u ask me… Way beyond my budget.
Can’t Wait for this phone, 1920 screen px and 13 mp front camera is all I want
This phone is overhyped, its no worth more than #45k abeg
Let’s wait for the phone to arrive b4 we know the actual specs of this phone.
Those are the actual specs of the camon c9, its only the price that is yet to be certain
The device looks a little bit too feminine. That’s a plus for TECNO cos considering the fact that it’s a selfie phone, and we all know who the real selfie crazy people are. LOL
speaking of feminine let’s not forget some of our guys that have forgotten their genders. lol. very sleek device i must say.
Hahaha, you guys are something else @8IST and @Lewdbabe
the phone has launch today but who knows the price
The price is not yet officially released but its still rumored around #48k to #55k
I hope d amouth is not to high. For me I am nt tecno fans bt I think I luv dis due to d futures if that is how it looks.
I’m beginning yo think this phone is over hyped, lemme wait for the official price first.
I bet you think dynamically otherwise now. It’s worth the hype.
Your comment …but can the camera be compared with that of an I-phone ?..pls respond anyone
Tecno has got game.
mad as game yo
I phone is the coz nat made from china but camon c9 its some how convicing me
I phone is best i swear
tecno c9 is too cost and no headset
Haba! Compare this to the infinix zero 3, I think the Camon C9 is the real deal with a perfect price slap.
with that price, id rada go for gionee s6 pro….4gb ram, fingerprint sensor. way too cool.
I agree with you bruv, this Camon C9 is over hyped biko.
THe phone is not look good in back appearence position of flas and cammera
I beg to differ. The design is quite unique, I like the back appearance because it enables easy handling.
The battery is supposed to be up to 4000mAH, but I don’t know why c8 and c9 is sharing the same battery capacity.
I would rather go for infinix hote note.
Your reason for getting devices must be a little poor, for you to shenk the incredible specs of the Camon C9 for a hot note. Really?!
O boy, this device is worth the buy.
Camon series are moving out of the low – end series of tecno. Prices are being padded.
Your comment …plz o watz d current price for dz cammon c9
gd,,brand bt wea cn i fynd it in Uganda
I have one already,the black color though for at 61k from konga
The device is cool
Your comment …I think I love it.
dose it mean no white color cause i love white phone like mad
what’s the current price please
Hello tekzi, the price currently ranges 54,500 naira to 59,000 naira in Jumia. Follow the purchase link in above to orders yours from Jumia.
Your comment …ah love ma canon c9…it gives me everything I need in a phone.. . won’t sell it for 100,000#
Your comment …Am already using the camon C9 now, its nice! The price now is #52,000
The phone is really nice..mine was stolen by a w*tch..may she die a painful death very soon.
D battery life is not strong….. When is fully charged, I don’t use it up to 8hours before it will runs down…
what is the current price for ç9
Hello, the current price ranges from N60k to N62k in Nigeria.
Nice Phone
funny enough, the amount isnt too high i think thats the selling point of the phone sef, despite how good it is
Hello Tech Blogger, I hope this meets you well? I was saving a lot of information as draft on my camon c9 I think my os updated, now I Can’t find the draft. Any way you may help me retrieve it. Help!!!
I bought my techno c9 for #61,000.
Beautiful phone. 13mp camera front and back is cool.
Amazing phone. Like all Camon series, the camera is okay. And the 4G it comes with is nice too.
Without doubt, one of the best devices from TECNO.
I have a camon c9 , I had issues with it, and it was rooted and the IMEI was lost, so the device is invalid now so what is the way out?
Tecno Camon C9 is a bomb I really enjoy the smartphone, it’s a full utility for me but I wonder if it can stand the rumored Tecno Camon C10 that’s say to have 28mp
me,I ‘ve camon c8 by the way it’s nice for me
I bought it last year,but ’till no probl. with it..hope it’s normal
Sure the Tecno Camon C8 is still a good phone.
I want to update my camo c9 because of 4G network bands.
am using GLO network GLO 4G is bands 28 Pls what I can do support that glo bands
I’m not sure if there is anything you can do on the device to make it support more network band. The best alternative is to get a new phone like Tecno Camon CX that supports the Glo 4G band.
it’s possible to ex-change my c9 to Tecno cx
I think you will have to go to a certified Tecno dealer near you to find out if that is possible. Alternatively, you can sell the Tecno Camon C9 and add money to it to get a brand new Tecno Camon CX.
I will like to buy one of the phone .am staying in Ghana how will i buy it.
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Have you checked whether the phone is available on Jumia Ghana?
Am reali enjoyin mine……………guys plsss go 4 it………..
Thanks for dropping your experience with the Tecno C9.