What you need to know about Tecno's new Spark 10 Series targeting Gen Z

TECNO launched the brand-new SPARK 10 series on Friday, marking a new era in selfie phones in its segment by combining superior performance with sleek and trendy design.

The launching ceremony was held at the University of Nairobi (UON) Graduation Square.

Notable celebrities from the country including sensational rapper Trio Mio, musician Femi Uno, content creators Flaqo and Azziad graced the colourful event.

This new series features adjustable dual soft lights on the 32MP ultra-clear front camera available for the SPARK 10 Pro, allowing the young generation to showcase the best in them and glow as they are.

Influencer and Content Creator Flaqo, interacting with University of Nairobi Students during the launch of the TECNO Spark 1. PHOTO/TECNO

The smartphone is powered by MediaTek Helio G88 gaming processor and SPARK 10 Pro comes with a massive 16GB (8GB+8GB extended RAM) and 256GB ROM, geared up to elevate the performance in all aspects.

It also features a hard-wearing starry glass back panel, resulting in a premium look and a comfortable feel.

The new additions make the SPARK 10 series the ultimate high-performance selfie phone in its price bracket and stand out.

32MP Glowing Selfie, Capturing Your Best Self Regardless of Where You Are

Engineered for selfie fanatics, the SPARK 10 Pro which was developed with selfie lovers in mind has a 32MP Ultra-Clear Front Camera with 4-in-1 HW Remosaic technology.

The sensitivity of the pixel's area is increased by 400 per cent by synthesizing the small pixel size of 0.8um into a bigger pixel size of 1.6um, which allows the camera to capture great details with even greater clarity.

Additionally, the entire SPARK 10 series is equipped with dual soft lights on both the front and rear cameras.

The built-in 10 Lux soft light provides just the right amount of flash that does not glare, and the intensity of the soft light is adjustable in three levels for different lighting conditions.

To ensure users will always get the perfect selfie, any overexposure is immediately corrected by the Super Flashlight Algorithm to achieve a balance of brightness between the background and the subject, while concealing user’s blemishes and accentuating their beauty. All these make the SPARK 10 Series the lighting pro in your pocket.

G88 Gaming Processor, Ultra Upgrading for Performance Freaks

Content creators and gamers desire to push boundaries requires top-notch technology that surpasses expectations.

SPARK 10 Pro optimized the performance with MediaTek Helio G88, which is an octa-core processor that features two Arm Cortex-A75 CPUs operating up to 2GHz, enabling quick responsive reactions.

Equipped with MediaTek HyperEngine 2.0 and supercharged by the GameTurbo Algorithm from TECNO, the SPARK 10 Pro estimates lags and intelligently improves operational smoothness, providing an unmatched gaming and entertainment experience.

The Memory Fusion technology allows the RAM capacity of the whole SPARK 10 series to be increased up to 16G.

SPARK 10 Pro even boasts up to 256GB ROM and 16GB RAM (8GB extended RAM).

The huge memories ensure more apps run at a much faster rate, bringing the smoothest user experience in the history of SPARK.

50MP High-Resolution Photography System, Delivering More Detailed Shots

Tecno SPARK 10 series offers an advanced 50MP AI camera, which is supported by ASD mode and 3D LUT technology, bringing natural shots that are fully adapted to skin tones.

Coupled with Intelligent Beauty Mode, SPARK 10 Series delivers flawless and simply stunning portrait photos.

Furthermore, with smart Super Night Filters and the Super Night Algorithm, as well as the dual flashlight, SPARK 10 Pro improves the performance of night photography, making every frame and picture clearer.

Vlogging is made even more fun with the SPARK 10 series. The Beauty Mode, AR stickers, HDR, and Bokeh effect as well as the unique cinematography mode, all apply to videos,which empowers users when filming their daily life in all kinds of scenarios.

The SPARK 10 Pro and the SPARK 10 5G are also supported by smart focus, so users will never miss a wonderful moment, even if it comes unexpectedly.

Hard-Wearing Starry Glass Panel, Sleek and Youthful Design for Trendsetters

These standard setting innovations are housed within a striking, unprecedented design featuring a starry glass back panel that is glossy, smooth, comfortable to hold, and natural to the skin.

Dual cameras and a smart flashlight form a flagship triple ring, while the edges of the phone are flat, showing a premium and minimalist look.

TECNO Retail Brand Manager, Antony Brian Otieno gives a presentation during the launch of the TECNO Spark 10. PHOTO/TECNO

Users will be proud to show off their devices that come in an array of colors: Starry Black and Pearl White for the SPARK 10 Pro, and Meta Black, Meta Blue, Meta White, and Meta Green for the other models.

Ultra-High-Resolution Display, Elevating Your Visual Experience to New Heights

Additionally, the 6.8" FHD optimally-sized large screen expands the user experience, and combined with the ultra-high-resolution display and DCI-P3 color, these gamuts together build an immersive theatrical visual experience on the phone.

Spark 10 Influencer and Musician Femi One arrives in style at the launch of the TECNO Spark 10. PHOTO/TECNO

Most of the models in the SPARK 10 series pack a 5000mAh battery and 18W fast-charging capability, promising a long-lasting battery life that keeps the device powered up even under heavy use.

TECNO SPARK 10 Series (except for SPARK 10C) uplifts user experience in software with the impeccable Android 13 HiOS 12.6.

Availability

The SPARK 10 series comprise four models - SPARK 10 Pro, SPARK 10, SPARK 10 C and SPARK 10 5G supported 5G network.