Vivo Malaysia has officially introduced the Y04, an entry-level smartphone. This mobile device seeks to provide value to students and young working professionals and families who want to own a smartphone that comes with all important features. The Y04 has a lightweight body design capped off with a metallic matte frame, as well as a distinctive camera layout which sets it apart from contemporaries in its class.
Power That Lasts: An Emphasis on Battery Life
One of the outstanding selling points of the vivo Y04 smartphone is its 5500mAh Battery. According to the company’s research, this high-power portable battery can provide users with up to 19 hours of video playback and an astounding 28 hours of continuous calling. Also, vivo emphasizes the degree of the aged battery which claims that the device will still manage to sustain power above 80% of its capacity after five years of regular use. This focus on battery lifespan marketed to smartphone users enhances assurance that the device is capable of handling daily user tasks.
An A/V Experience: Smooth Scrolling With Large HD Displays
Multimedia work and routine tasks for users are enhanced by the sizeable 6.74 inch screen of Vivo Y04 which has a resolution of 720 by 1600 pixels, and is HD+ compliant. To some extent, touchscreen interactivity on lower-end devices tends to feel like a chore, but The Y04 manages to simulate the experience at a far lower price, as it’s refresh rate is capped at 90Hz, though far from the industry best, is a remarkable stand for affordable mobile phones. Economical smartphones also struggle with brightness, but the Vivo Y04 reaches a commendable max of 570 nits.
Core Performance: Substantive Storage with Consistent Processing
Budget friendly devices like the Vivo Y04 have a poorly optimized SoC, but in this case the Unisoc T7225 is paired with a generous 4GB of LPDDR4X which makes daily tasks effortless and highly efficient. Fortunately, the Y04 provides 256E0B of eMMC storage, which ensures users have plenty of space to keep apps, photos, and a myriad of other files, effortlessly overcoming any storage concerns for years to come.
Capturing Moments: A Simple Yet Capable Camera System
Aligned with its pricing, the smartphone comes equipped with a basic camera subsystem. The back panel sports a single 13MP main sensor alongside a 0.03MP secondary sensor that is most likely meant for macro or depth sensing. However, straightforward as it is, vivo still includes features such as AI Eraser and AI Photo Enhance for post-processing, which allow users to edit their pictures and enhance its quality to a degree.
Built to Last: Durability and Reliability
Assuring those new to smartphones, the vivo Y04 provides basic but reasonable peace of mind with its IP64 marking for dust and water ingress protection. This level of protection against the ingress of dust and splashes of water aids the user in carrying out routine day to day activities. Also, the device has an SGS 5-Star Military Grade anti-drop certification which enhances the device’s resilience to unintentional drops and jolting, further improving the device’s durability and lifespan.
Pricing and Availability: Well Within Reach
Currently, you can purchase the vivo Y04 for RM399 in Malaysia. It can be found in vivo concept stores, authorized dealers’ outlets, and select online retail platforms. The smartphone is available in three color options: Titanium Gold, Jade Green, and Crystal Violet.
Conclusion: Vivo have taken a well-calculated step in launching their first smartphone in Malaysia.
Vivo is focusing on capturing the Malaysian market by providing the Y04 as a basic yet dependable smartphone. Its day-to-day practicality is enhanced by the device’s durable features, long-lasting battery life, a large screen, and solid performance. The smartphone is incredibly attractive for students, professionals, and even entire households due to its affordability coupled with the multifunctional practicality it provides.
