The itel S26 Ultra was recognized as the “No.1 Recommended Curved Display Phone Under $175” at the TechTrends AI-Powered Business Transformation Forum in Nairobi. The nod reflects growing demand for budget smartphones that pair practical features with modern design.
Why it stood out
- Display: 6.78″ 1.5K, 144Hz 3D curved AMOLED with Corning® Gorilla® Glass 7i.
- Battery & build: 6000mAh in a 6.8mm body.
- Durability: IP65 rating; touch remains responsive with wet or oily fingers.
- Cameras: AI-assisted triple camera with improved low-light performance.
- Memory/Storage: 8GB RAM and 256GB storage.
- Price: Under $175 [about KES 20,499].
“Students, creators, and everyday users want a phone that looks good and performs reliably,” said Ryan Zhang, Brand Manager, itel Mobile Kenya.
Hosted by TechTrends Media, the forum brought together more than 200 participants startups, creators, students, innovators, and corporate leaders to discuss AI’s role in business. “The itel S26 Ultra shows how far budget smartphones have come,” said Nixon Kanali, Founder, TechTrends Media.
