Hotwav T7S

The Hotwav T7S features a sleek design with a weight of 310 g and dimensions of 174.6 mm in height, 82.8 mm in width, and 12.8 mm in thickness. It is built with IP68 water resistance, offering protection against dust and submersion in water. However, it does not include a rugged build or the ability to fold, making it more suitable for users seeking a standard smartphone design.

The Hotwav T7S features a 6.52″ LCD IPS display with a resolution of 1080 x 2460 px, providing clear visuals with a pixel density of 407 ppi. While it includes a touch screen, it does not have branded damage-resistant glass like Gorilla Glass, nor does it support HDR10, HDR10+, or Dolby Vision. There is also no Always-On Display or secondary screen functionality on this device.

The Hotwav T7S offers solid performance with 6GB of RAM and 128GB of internal storage, ensuring smooth multitasking and ample space for apps and media. Powered by the MediaTek MT8788 chipset and a Mali G72 MP3 GPU, the device delivers a clock speed of up to 2 GHz, with the GPU clocked at 900 MHz. It also supports 64-bit processing and includes integrated LTE connectivity, making it well-suited for a variety of tasks.

The Hotwav T7S is equipped with a 21 MP main camera and an 8 MP front camera for clear photo and video capture. The main camera supports 1080p video recording at 30 fps, along with features like continuous autofocus, phase-detection autofocus, and HDR mode for improved photo quality. It also includes manual exposure, ISO, and focus adjustments, as well as a panorama shot mode. The front camera, while lacking a flash, provides decent selfie capture capabilities.

The Hotwav T7S runs on Android 13 and offers a range of useful privacy and customization features. It includes location privacy options, camera and microphone access control, and the ability to block app tracking. Users can personalize their experience with theme customization, dark mode, and dynamic theming, while also benefiting from features like split screen, PiP mode, and full-page screenshots. The device supports offline voice recognition and voice commands, and it also offers a multi-user system for enhanced flexibility.

The Hotwav T7S is equipped with a 6280 mAh rechargeable battery, offering reliable power throughout the day. It supports fast charging at a speed of 15W, ensuring quick top-ups when needed. While it lacks wireless charging and a removable battery, it does include a battery level indicator, providing users with an easy way to monitor battery status.

The device does not feature a 3.5mm audio jack or stereo speakers, and it lacks support for advanced audio technologies such as aptX, LDAC, or aptX HD. Additionally, it does not include a radio for FM listening, limiting its audio capabilities to the built-in speaker and Bluetooth options.

The device supports dual SIM cards and features modern connectivity options including USB Type-C and NFC. It supports Wi-Fi 4 and 5 (802.11n, 802.11ac) for reliable internet access, and offers GPS and Galileo for navigation. While it lacks 5G support, it still includes Bluetooth 5 for wireless connections. Additionally, it comes with an external memory slot for expandable storage, making it a versatile device for everyday use.

This device includes a video light for enhanced lighting during video recording, but it does not feature sapphire glass, a curved display, or an e-paper display. These design choices make it more practical and focused on functional aspects rather than premium display technologies.