TECNO announced on Monday, July 13, 2026, the launch of its new flagship smartphone, the CAMON Slim.
Available in over 70 markets globally, the Chinese manufacturer is targeting customers who seek a "style accessory," highlighting the integration of artificial intelligence into its products. The device features a sleek 3D curved unibody chassis, measuring only 6.39 mm thick, and boasts IP69/IP68 water and dust resistance certifications. To differentiate itself, TECNO offers finishes inspired by art history, including a "New Mondrian" version with a photochromic back that reacts to UV rays to display geometric patterns.
Other designs draw inspiration from crystalline textures "Prism Black" and "Jungle Green", Vincent Van Gogh's "The Starry Night" "Van Gogh Blue", or combine fiberglass with a matte texture "Burgundy Red". A key technical innovation is the "AI Mood Light" system, located on the back of the device, which comprises 354 mini-LEDs offering 55 customizable lighting effects that respond to events like calls, charging, or gaming. The camera system features a 50-megapixel Sony LYTIA™ 600 main sensor, optimized for night photography.
TECNO stated that the CAMON Slim will be "soon available" in the Ivorian market, with specific pricing, exact release date, and available color options for Côte d'Ivoire to be announced in the coming days.
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