The itel S26 Ultra has been ranked as the number one Recommended Curved Display Phone Under $175 at the TechTrends AI-Powered Business Transformation Forum held in Nairobi.
The recognition points to a rising demand for affordable smartphones that balance premium design with everyday functionality at a budget-friendly price point.
The S26 Ultra features a 6.78-inch 1.5K 3D Curved AMOLED display with a 144Hz refresh rate, protected by Corning Gorilla Glass 7i for durability. It comes with a 6000mAh battery, an 8mm slim frame, and IP65 dust and rainproof resistance, which allows responsive touch use even with wet or oily fingers.
For imaging, the device is equipped with an AI-powered triple camera system, offering improved clarity and low-light performance.
Under the hood, it packs 8GB RAM and 256GB storage, positioning it as a capable multitasking phone for everyday users. Retailing at under $175 (around Sh20,499), the handset targets students, creators, and young professionals seeking both style and reliability.
The TechTrends AI Forum, hosted by TechTrends Media, attracted over 200 participants including startups, innovators, content creators, and corporate leaders. Alongside panel discussions on AI’s role in business transformation, the event featured Innovation Awards, spotlighting technology solutions with practical impact in Kenya’s digital economy.
Nixon Kanali, founder of TechTrends Media, noted that the recognition of the S26 Ultra reflects how far budget smartphones have advanced in combining design, performance, and accessibility.
The accolade underscores itel’s growing role in democratizing smartphone technology in Kenya, while further positioning the TechTrends AI Forum as one of the region’s most influential platforms for tech innovation and inclusion.
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