Vivo S18 5G

Vivo S18 5G in Kenya

Vivo S18 price in Kenya is Ksh 54,000.  It has an immersive 6.78-inch, 120Hz, AMOLED with up to 2800nits and 1B colors for wonderful and interactive viewing, scrolling, and gaming experience. You get sufficient storage with up to 16GB RAM and 512GB internal storage supported by UFS 2.2. For cameras, you get a dual rear camera setup comprising of a 50MP main camera and an 8MP ultrawide camera with Ring LED flash, PDAF, and OIS that records 4k videos. The selfie camera is a 50MP AF camera that records 1080p videos.

The phone is 5G-enabled and runs on the flagship 4nm Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 3 processor with an Octa-core CPU and Adreno 720 GPU. Enjoy an AI user-friendly interface that lets you in on the action and gives you total control thanks to the OriginOS 4 based on Android 14. Powering the S18 5G is a massive storage 5000mAh Li-Po non-removable battery charged via an 80W supercharger and it also supports reverse wired charging. The phone supports dual nano sim on dual standby mode up to 5G. You also get dual-band Wi-Fi 6, Bluetooth, NFC, and a USB C cable for charging and OTG. The phone is available in Black, Silver, and Blue/Green at phoneprice Kenya.

Vivo S18 5G Specifications

Feature	Specs
Brand	Vivo
Model	S18 5G
Announced Released	February 2024 February 2024
Price	Kes. 54,000
RAM	8GB, 12GB
Internal Storage	128GB, 256GB UFS 2.2
SD Card Slot	No
Weight	185.8g (6.56Oz)
Dimensions	164.4 x 75.1 x 7.5mm (6.47 x 2.96 x 0.30 in)
Display Type	Type: AMOLED Size: 6.78-inches Refresh Rate: 120Hz Brightness: 1200nits (HBM, 2800nits (Peak) Screen: 1260 x 2800 pixels, 453ppi, 89.9% Features: 1B colors, HDR10+ Protection: Not specified
Operating System	OriginOS 4, Android 14
Chipset	Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 3 (7nm)
CPU Speed	Octa-core (1x 2.63 GHz Cortex-A715 &3×2.8 GHz Cortex-A715 & 4×1.8 GHz Cortex-A510)
GPU	Adreno 720
Camera	Rear Camera 50MP f/1.9 OIS. PDAF 8MP f/2.2, Ultrawide Supporting video quality of 4k@30fps Ring-LED Flash, HDR, Panorama Selfie Camera 50MP, f/2.0, 22mm, wide, AF, HDR Supporting video quality at1080p@30fps
Network	GSM, HPSA, LTE,5G
SIM Card	Nano Dual sim dual standby (DSDS)
3.5mm jack	No 24-bit Hi-Res Audio or snapdragon sound
Bluetooth	Yes, 5.4, A2DP, aptX HD, aptX adaptive, lossless
NFC	Yes
GPS	Yes. GLONASS, GALILEO, GPS, QZSS, and BDS (B1+B1c)
Loudspeaker	Yes
Wi-Fi & WLAN	·       Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6, dual-band ·       Wi-Fi Direct ·       Hotspot
USB	USB Type-C 2.0, OTG
Radio	No
Sensor	Fingerprint (under-display, Optical), accelerometer, proximity, Gyro, Compass
Battery	Li-Po 5000 mAh, non-removable
Fast Charging	Wired Fast charging 80W, Reverse wired
Color	Black, Blue/Green, Silver
Others	IP54 splash and dust resistant

Design and Physical Attributes

Vivo S18 comes in an elegant and refined Vivo design, crafted with precision to impress and express.  The phone has a glass front and back with plastic frames that blend to showcase a sturdy handset ready to take you places. It is slim with 7.5mm thickness and lightweight with 185.6g weight hence very comfortable to handle. You have the confidence to use it in wet situations thanks to the IP54 splash and dust resistance rating. You can choose from the Black, Silver, Blue/ Green color variants to complement your personality.

At the front is a large screen covering 89.9% of the surface allowing you more viewing space. The S18 5G features an immersive 6.78-inches AMOLED with 1B colors, up to 2800nits brightness, and a 120Hz refresh rate. These features make the display clear and colorful and allow you an effortless scrolling experience with apps loading at top speed. With 1260×2800 pixels and about 453 ppi density on a capacitive multitouch display, the smartphone experience has never been better. Unlock limitless possibilities on your screen and dive into what the Vivo S18 has to offer.

Performance

Peak Performance Processor

A good phone is identified by the quality of its performance. For This, Vivo engineered the S18 with impressive features that make it a competitive mid-ranger. Under the hood is the impressive Flagship Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 3 (4nm), a high-performance yet power-efficient processor. The processor perfectly fits a midrange 5G-enabled device to provide a great experience. The processor has an Octa-core CPU running at 2.63GHz to ensure your phone operates at 100% with no lags. Whether you are gaming, working, streaming, listening to music, or performing any heavy tasks on the phone, it will function at its best. Additionally, an Adreno 720GPU ensures your graphics are rendered in real-time and 3D which is handy when gaming and performing graphic-related tasks like watching videos or editing them.

Updates OS

Contributing to the extraordinary performance is a user-friendly and intuitive interface. The phone is integrated with the OriginOS 4 based on Android 14. This custom UI brings your AI features, smooth frame transitions, customizable features to personalize your phone, and updates to keep the phone at its peak performance.

Battery and Charging

Vivo S18 is powered by a massive storage 5000mAh Li-Po built-in battery. This capable battery powers you through your daily tasks and if you need to recharge, you get an 80W fast charger via the USB C cable. Amazing, the battery is a powerhouse that supports reverse charging so you can help your friend out. This phone is made to enable you to concentrate more on productivity and less on charging or worrying about running out of power.

Memory

Sufficient memory means more space to save and install the important apps and games you need for your daily activities. Vivo S18 packs amazing memory that will enable you to do this as you keep your phone operating at its best. You get up to 16GB RAM and 512GB ROM.  Although the phone lacks a dedicated MicroSD card slot, these memory variants are sufficient for most storage as you can save your documents, photos, and videos and install the apps you need. The internal memory is supported by UFS 2.2, which enables you to create more space and ensures you can easily transfer files within devices while enhancing performance.

Camera

Make memories by capturing the important life moments alone or with friends and family.  The S18, dubbed the ultimate camera phone has a dual rear camera setup consisting of a 50MP OIS. PDAF primary camera with f/1.8 wide IMX920 lens, and an 8MP f/2.2 Ultrawide camera for wide angle photos. The rear camera has Ring LED flash, panorama, HDR, PDAF, and OIS features, which enhance the quality of pictures under any setting and lighting. The rear camera records Full HD videos up to 4k@30fps, assuring you of professional-looking videos. With this, every tiny detail in your video is captured to give you sharp and clear videos.

You also get a 50MP selfie camera with an f/2.0 wide aperture with Autofocus for vivid and natural-looking selfies. You can take dazzling and shiny selfies using the front camera that captures your whole beauty. Regarding videos, the front camera records 1080p@30fps videos and allows dual portrait video that enhances your video experience. Thanks to the face-unlock feature, you can also use the front camera to unlock your phone.

Additional features that enhance your camera experience include;

• Face detection
• Digital zooming
• Image stabilization
• Continuous shooting
• Self-timer
• Geotagging
• Scene and macro mode
• RGBW sensor
• Auto and laser focus

Communication Features

The phone supports dual nano sim on dual standby networks up to 5G that ensure stable communication, internet surfing, and fast download and upload speeds. You can connect to the internet using the dual-band Wi-Fi 6 or create a hotspot for your other devices. For connecting to other devices, you get a USB C 2.0 cable for wired connection, like sharing files and Wi-Fi tethering, or the wireless Bluetooth 5.4 with apt-X codecs that ensure stale connections. The phone also supports NFC to make cashless transactions more convenient and allows tap-and-go sharing within compatible devices.

Enjoy a rich immersive sound experience from the stereo speakers and make clear calls thanks to the in-built mics and an earpiece. Although the phone lacks an audio jack you can enjoy Hi-Res audio or Snapdragon sound by pairing your phone to speakers or a headset to enjoy this rich sound experience.

Satellite Navigation

The Vio S18 ensures you never get lost or miss an important turn while walking, jogging, driving, hiking, or exploring new places. The GPS navigation system supports different systems that make navigation easy. You get GPS, GALILEO, QZSS, GLONASS, AND BDS (B1+B1c) systems.

Biometrics and Sensors

The S18 5G is dedicated to keeping your data safe and enhancing your phone experience. For security and privacy, the screen has under-display optical fingerprint sensors that unlock your phone with a touch. The selfie camera also has face recognition biometrics that can be used to unlock the phone. The phone also has an accelerometer, compass, proximity, Ambient light, and gyro sensors that improve the phone’s functionality.

Pros and Cons of Vivo V30

Hits

• Trendy and elegant design
• Immersive AMOLED with 1B colors and 2800nits brightness
• Highly responsive 120Hz refresh rate with capacitive multitouch.
• Large battery capacity of 5000mAh
• 80W wired and reverse charging capabilities
• Sufficient memory space
• High-performance flagship Snapdragon 7 Gen 3 processor.
• Intuitive OriginOS 4 13 based on Android 14
• Quality photos and videos at 4k@30fps
• IP54 slash and dust resistance
• Supports 5G and NFC

Misses

• No Gorilla Glass Victus protection
• No wireless charging
• Lacks audio jack and FM Radio
• Memory not expandable

Unboxing

https://youtu.be/RybEzDKk8PI

• Vivo S18
• USB C Cable
• 80W Power Adapter
• Sim ejector tool
• Transparent Phone case
• User manual

Verdict

Vivo S18 can be summed up as the modern-day smartphone for people who love life. It is designed to impress and it allows you to express yourself in so many ways. Running on the Flagship Snapgragon 7Gen 3 and the OriginOS 4 and bringing you capable cameras, battery, and an immersive display,  you are assured of a great phone experience. Vivo is dedicated to making the smartphone use intuitive and the S18 is an example of the kind of competition brands like Samsung, Oppo, Infinix, and Redmi have to face.

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• Xiaomi 13T
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