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Vivo launches Affordable V9 Youth and the entry-level Y71

Lahore, April 30, 2018 (PPI-OT): After the successful launch of V9 smartphone; Vivo, the leading global technology company unveiled two new smartphones, namely the V9 Youth and the entry-level Y71 during the media launch event at the Faletti’s hotel in Lahore.

V9 Youth offers a similar design as to the V9 and packs high performing hardware at a price that’s more affordable for masses. The new phone looks amazing from every angle, with subtle accents of champagne gold around the camera and fingerprint pad. This blend of colours creates a trendy look with a touch of sophistication.

With the launch of ‘Vivo V9 Youth’, we are bringing the best features of our flagship V9 in a new avatar for our young and modern consumers,” said Zohair Chohan, Brand Manager Vivo Pakistan. “This device is for consumers who want a holistic and powerful smartphone experience at a competitive price,” Mr. Zohair added.

90% Screen-To-Body Ratio

The V9 Youth has a state-of-the-art 19:9 aspect ratio FullView™ Display 2.0, with an amazing screen-to-body ratio of 90%. The super-sized 6.3-inch display fits perfectly in a compact body no larger than a traditional 5.5-inch phone, offering an incredibly immersive experience for watching videos and gaming. The 90% screen-to-body ratio and 1.75mm thin bezels, make this phone stand out of the clutter, while delivering the best viewing experience.

Dual Rear Camera with AI Bokeh

The V9 Youth features two rear cameras, a main 16MP camera for extraordinary clarity and a 2MP secondary camera that captures depth-of-field. These are further supported by an AI Dual Rear Camera algorithm which has been optimized based on machine learning using large database of images. Which can achieve amazing bokeh shots to rival even the results of professional DSLR cameras, turning every photo into a masterpiece with ease.

AI Selfie Lighting and Face Beauty:

With every photograph, the AI algorithm creates a 3D model to disperse the light authentically and artistically. Choose from a range of light effects to create model-style pictures. Get ready to transform any environment into your own professional photo studio.

AI Face Beauty is smart mobile photography at its best. By referring to a database of over one million facial images from all over the world, it detects your gender, age, skin tone and texture, as well as the lighting environment, and uses this information to deliver astonishingly clear, beautiful selfies. It can also learn your customized setting preferences and apply these settings automatically each time you take a photo. Think of it as your personal make-up artist, ready to make you look naturally perfect in every shot.

AR Stickers and AI Face Access:

When it comes to taking fun selfies, AR Stickers is your new best friend. Set your style to super-sweet, funny or punk, and transform your look with just a single click. Get ready to be playful and enjoy some serious photo fun. The new-generation AI Face Access technology, the V9 Youth scans your facial features and unlocks instantaneously upon activation. It’s the smarter, more futuristic way to access your phone.

Updated Game Mode and Picture in Picture:

Game Mode prevents incoming calls, app notifications and other alerts from interrupting your game, so you can focus on your gaming. The Picture-in-Picture for games feature, just slide down with three fingers to split the screen in two. There’s also the newly developed Gaming Keyboard which doesn’t take up your whole screen, so you can easily chat while gaming.

Pricing and Availability:

Vivo V9 Youth is available in Black and Gold colours for a price of Rs. 32,999 in all major cities of Pakistan while the Vivo Y71 is available for Rs. 17,999.

Technical Specifications of V9 Youth:

Operating System: Funtouch OS 4.0 based on Android 8.1 Oreo

Screen: 6.3” IPS Capacitive Touch Screen /In-Cell with 2.5D Glass and Full HD Plus resolution (2280*1080)

Camera: Front 16MP, f2.0 aperture / Rear 16MP+2MP, f2.0 aperture AI Selfie Lighting and Rear Flash

Processor: Qualcomm Snapdragon 450, octa-core 14nm chipset

RAM: 4GB

Dimensions: 154.81×75.03×7.89mm

Weight: 150g

Battery: 3260mAh

Storage: 32GB Internal Memory with up to 256GB card slot

Connectivity: USB, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, FM, OTG

Network: Dual Standby 4G, LTE, 3G and 2G

Card Slots: 2 Nano SIMs + 1 microSD Card

For complete specifications, visit http://vivo.com/product/pk/v9youth

For more information, contact:
Manager Digital Marketing and PR,
Vivo Mobile Pakistan
Tel: +92-321-4045601
Email: zohair@vivo.pk