Vivo has recently introduced the vivo Y18 and Y18e models in India. Now, the company has quietly expanded its lineup with the addition of the vivo Y18i. This entry-level smartphone features an HD+ LCD display and is powered by a Unisoc T612 chipset. It comes with 4GB of RAM, 64GB of storage, and a substantial 5000mAh battery.
Enhanced RAM and Display Brightness
The device also includes extended RAM, utilizing 4GB of unused ROM space as additional system memory. The display achieves a peak brightness of 528 units.
The vivo Y18i is available in two colors: Gem Green and Space Black. The design features flat sides and rounded corners. On the back, the phone has a dual-camera system (13 MP + 0.08 MP) housed within two circular modules, with the flash positioned outside. The camera system incorporates Vivo’s “Suter Night Algorithms” to enhance photo brightness and vibrancy in low-light conditions. For selfies, there is a 5MP front camera situated in a water drop notch. According to Vivo, the back panel has a nanometer-scale coating that provides a unique texture and a “glass-like transparency.”
Design and Durability
The phone supports dual nano SIMs or one microSD / single SIM (Mexico). It weighs 185g and has a thickness of 8.39mm. In addition to its large battery, the phone is equipped with Vivo’s smart charging engine 2.0, which learns charging habits and optimizes the charging process to reduce battery aging.
The vivo Y18i is also IP54 dust and water-resistant, meaning it can handle splashes and rain, though exposure to water should still be avoided.
Pricing and Availability
The vivo Y18i is priced at Rs 7999 and can be purchased on the company’s website and various e-commerce platforms.
