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This entry-level smartphone is on sale for $151 on Amazon: 'This blew my mind'

Amazon Canada is offering 20% off an affordable unlocked smartphone.
Amazon Canada is offering 20% off an affordable unlocked smartphone.

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While some people are willing to spend hundreds — if not thousands — on a new smartphone, others are looking for something that's not only more affordable, but easy to use.

Luckily, there are some budget-friendly smartphone options available on Amazon Canada, like the Blackview A80 Plus. This unlocked, smartphone is an "entry-level phone" for those looking for the basics without the bells and whistles, and it's currently on sale for 20 per cent off.

What to know at a glance:

  • The Blackview A80 Plus smartphone is on sale for $151

  • This affordable smartphone comes unlocked with 4G and Android 10.0 technology

  • Features a 13MP rear camera and 8MP front camera

  • Uses fingerprint-unlock and face recognition for security

  • Reviewers call this basic phone "cost effective," though it can be "slow" to run videos or games

Blackview A80 Plus 64GB Dual Sim 4G Unlocked Smartphone

Blackview A80 Plus 64GB Dual Sim 4G Unlocked Smartphone
Blackview A80 Plus 64GB Dual Sim 4G Unlocked Smartphone

$151 $190 at Amazon

The details

The Blackview A80 Plus is categorized as an "entry-level phone," meaning that although it is considered a smartphone, it's prime objective is for voice communication. Although the Blackview A80 features both 4G technology, a 13Mp rear camera and 8MP front camera, can play music and record video, the level of quality and storage available on the device is considerably lower than leading smartphone competitors.

The Blackview A80 Plus features fingerprint-unlock and face recognition unlock, 64MB of ROM (external storage) and dual sim capability. This means, you can access calls and messages for two separate numbers, like a work number and a personal number, from one device.

What people are saying

The Blackview A80 Plus has earned a solid 4.1-star rating based on more than 700 shopper reviews. The sleek smartphone has been dubbed a "solid choice" for someone who isn't very comfortable using tech.

Shoppers have complimented the phone's camera and battery life, but have noted that the phone is ideal for anyone focused on making calls.

"Cost effective," one shopper wrote. "It does what you need it to do."

Blackview A80 Plus 64GB Dual Sim 4G Unlocked Smartphone
Blackview A80 Plus 64GB Dual Sim 4G Unlocked Smartphone

$151 $190 at Amazon

"For the price, this blew my mind," another wrote, adding that while it isn't as fast or flashy as more expensive smartphones, but "exceeds expectations."

Others have said that they've gifted the phones to seniors who are looking to send text messages but aren't particularly interested in doing much else on their phone.

Most of the customer reviews emphasized that the phone isn't ideal for anyone looking to play games or watch movies, since it's "slower" than other phones. However, if you're someone who simply wants to send texts, take photos and make calls, this might be the phone for you.

Verdict

The Blackview A80 Plus is an affordable phone that delivers the basics without the extras and price tag of its competitors. If you're looking for a phone to gift someone younger to use in emergencies or purchase for yourself to use for the basics, this might be for you. However, if you're looking for higher quality video, the ability to play games you might want to invest in a more expensive android phone.

The reviews quoted above reflect the most recent versions at the time of publication.

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