I can definitely say, the midrange smartphone segment is totally shaking as Realme launches its newest entry, the first smartphone in the world to be announced with a 64MP quad-camera technology – Realme XT. Redefining flagship features complimentarily combined in one device, the Realme XT undoubtedly has the best smartphone ecosystem in the sub-20K price segment.
The announcement was made recently at Whitespace Manila in Makati City. Attended by tech bloggers, media and celebrities, Realme had made it possible for us to be one of the few people to have tried and use the phone unit.
Over the edge Phone Camera
The realme XT packs a 64MP ultra-high-resolution sensor, the first in the world to be announced with such. This flagship imaging capability is further boosted by 4-in-1 intelligent pixel binning, f/1.8 large aperture and 6P lens with superior light-gathering capability. Along with the ISOCELL Plus technology, the 64MP Samsung GW1 sensor uses Tetracell 4-in-1pixel technology to combine four adjacent pixels into a single 1.6μm large pixel.
As said, the phone is capable of taking 9216x 6912 ultra-detailed photos in the Ultra 64MP mode with a photo size that is four times larger than a 16MP shot for Xtra-crisp details. Some photos were taken using the newest smartphone were shown at the event, making everyone be amazed at the phone’s capabilities. I personally felt super excited to try and test the unit.
realme XT in Pearl White and Pearl Blue
But not just that, if the newest iPhone 11 got 3 different cameras, the realme XT got four lenses – a 64MP primary lens, an ultra-wide-angle lens, a macro lens, and a portrait lens – enables a budding photographer to explore and master a broader range of photography work.
realme XT – A Gamer’s Delight
Under the realme, XT’s hood is a powerful Snapdragon 712 AIE, the best processor for a 64MP quad-camera smartphone in this price segment. It also features a 10nm process and improved clock-speed of up to 2.3Ghz for 10 percent overall performance, and 35 percent graphic performance improvement over previous realme generations. Furthermore, the 3.0 AI engine greatly enhances speech recognition, image processing, and optimization efficiency.
Wearing Uniqlo from Head to Foot
The realme XT is also a gamer’s delight. Its Hyper Boost 2.0 brings the all-new Game Boost 2.0, featuring Frame Boost and Touch Boost to reduce game latency by as much as 73.7 percent. Users can store all the games into Game Space and enjoy a more immersive gaming experience. The Do-Not-Disturb mode and semi-transparent pop-ups help cut interruptions while gaming. Battery life is not a problem with the realme XT’s 4,000mAh battery, complemented by 20W VOOC Flash Charge 3.0, which allows full charging within just 80 minutes.
XT’s Visual Theatrics
The realme XT’s build and design hold the signature contemporary aesthetic gene of realme. Realme XT’s elegance is clearly displayed in its light-flowing 3D Curved Glass Design, reminiscent of the smooth geometric curve, hyperbola. The realme XT is ready to immerse its users in multiplayer tourneys, video streaming and net surfing with its 92.1 percent screen-to-body ratio, well-complemented by a sharp 6.4-inch FHD+ Super AMOLED display. Capping off the phone’s visual theatrics is its 3D hot-bending Gorilla Glass 5 in the front and back. The realme XT is available in two colors: pearl white and pearl blue.
Eason de Guzman Jr., Marketing Lead by Realme Philippines
The realme XT also sports the latest optical fingerprint scanner module from Goodix 3.0. The latest solution doubles the sensitivity area, increases the signal intensity by 40 percent and requires only an average of 334ms to unlock the phone. It is currently one of the fastest fingerprint experiences in the market.
“The realme XT is a superphone that is perfectly aligned with the lifestyle of the vigorous and aspirational Filipino youth. We are confident this device can embolden this young generation to achieve their goals and dreams, may these be in photography, e-gaming or content creation. Get ready to go the Xtra mile with the realme XT,” shares realme Philippines Marketing Director Austine Huang.
Recently, it was announced that realme has grabbed the 7thspot on the list of top smartphone brands in the world, recording an 808 percent year-on-year growth in shipment, as published in the Q3 2019 mobile phone shipment report of international analysis firm Counterpoint. Fueling the brand in its full-speed product distribution is its rapidly growing international customer base, which as of writing has reached 17 million, a 70 percent expansion in just two months. Locally, realme ranks 5th among the top smartphone brands in the country whose products are availed through the plans of the financing company Home Credit.
Photo Samples taken using Realme XT
Here are some photos I took using realme XT. I love that the phone got a really nice night mode camera. I also love its wide angle lens that is perfect for landscape photography. It also have the capability to soften the skin, giving one a no-pores kind of effect, though I find it a bit too unreal in some of the shots. The bokeh effect for the portrait also gives a nice quality that I think is better than my iphone Xs. Generally, realme XT does deliver and can give one a very decent result. Check out some of the shots I took, unedited.
The Cabins at the Cabin Resort in Bulacan
The pool area at the Cabin Resort
trying out the wide shot camera
Trying out the night mode with Rhea Bue
Outdoor Night Shot with Kevin
Tita Krissy shot using realme XT
Look at this awesome food shot.
Realme XT Pricing and Availability
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The realme XT is available locally in the 8GB RAM+128GB storage configuration, the only 64MP smartphone in the country to have such. Priced at PHP16,990, the device is ideal for the tech-savvy, app-loving, file-heavy Filipino users.
Pre-order starts today, October 29, until November 8 with a minimum down payment of PHP500.00 at any realme store. Those who would avail of the pre-order promo will also get to claim a pair of realme Youth Wireless Buds worth PHP3,499. Customers may claim their pre-ordered units starting November 09.
Currently, realme Philippines has 11 concept stores, 17 exhibits, 206 kiosks, and 4,500 partner stores. The realme XT may also be availed through the 6- or 9-month 0 percent interest plans of Home Credit.
Those who will purchase the flagship-class smartphone will also be welcomed to the biggest online smartphone community, the realme Official Facebook community, which now has 50,000 members and is continuously growing. Get pro tips, phone hacks and first dibs on all things realme straight from fellow realme squad members and the realme Philippines executives themselves. For more updates and information on realme and its products, follow its official Facebook and Instagram accounts @realmePhilippines.
