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Business Standard
23-06-2025
- Business Standard
Alcatel V3 Ultra review: Kindle disguised as smartphone, decent performance
Alcatel, originally a French brand now licensed by China's TCL Technology, has re-entered the Indian market with its V-series smartphones. The company, which began selling cordless phones in India in 1996, was later acquired by Nokia in 2016, and reportedly sold its final product in 2018 before exiting the Indian market has returned after a seven-year break with three new devices: Alcatel V3 Classic, Pro, and Ultra. The Alcatel V3 Ultra is powered by a MediaTek Dimensity 6300 processor and introduces the NXTPAPER IPS display at a starting price of Rs 19,999. The unique selling proposition (USP) of this smartphone is its display, which can be tuned to show colours or go black-and-white inked screen, similar to the Amazon Kindle. Is it a smartphone worth purchasing when there are plenty of other options available in midrange segment? Let's find out. Design and Build The Alcatel V3 Ultra features a generic smartphone design with a thin 7.99 mm frame and weighing 196 grams. The smartphone stands tall as a decent-sized smartphone that fits in your pocket perfectly. The plastic back panel of the smartphone flaunts a huge circular camera island positioned at the top left corner, which draws quite some attention. The Alcatel V3 Ultra comes in three colour options, and all three feature a mix of glossy and matte bits that add a unique touch and make it resistant to fingerprints or smudges. The unit that we received for review was Ocean Grey, which sports a distinguishing yet appealing pattern, giving it a premium feel. The Alcatel branding rests vertically on the bottom left corner. The side frame comes with a matte finish, sporting a power button, volume buttons, and a slider button on the right side. The left side of the frame is spotless except for a SIM ejector tray. The bottom of the frame flaunts a 3.5mm jack, a speaker grille, and a USB-C port for charging and data transfer. A 3.5mm jack, rather than doing away with it, especially at this price range, is something that I appreciate. The phone does seem a bit thick, but due to the equal weight distribution, it doesn't feel heavy or uncomfortable to hold. The smartphone comes bundled with a stylus that tucks into a slot on the back of the bundled phone case. Unlike Samsung's S-Pen, it doesn't use Bluetooth or require charging. The stylus can be used for note-taking or doodling. Display and Audio The highlight of the Alcatel V3 Ultra is its four-in-one display, which comprises a normal display, colour paper mode, ink paper mode, and a max ink mode. The 6.8-inch anti-glare display comes with 2460 × 1080 resolution, 2.5D curved edges, and a punch-hole camera at the top. The anti-glare display rids you of the concerns regarding having a tough time seeing the display due to light reflecting off it. Due to the lack of AMOLED display, the colour reproduction won't be impressive. Alcatel has patented the NXTPAPER display in India, which means you won't find such a display on any other smartphone in India. This paper-like display can be customised and switched between with the ease of just sliding the slider button situated on the left frame, under the power button. When I used these display modes, I was quite impressed by them. The first thing to notice here is the transition between these modes. It's a pretty clean and smooth transition in which it feels like somehow magically your display has lost its colours and become a book. I have used Kindle, and it obviously remains undefeated in terms of book-like display, but that's a device made only for reading, which is why it excels. The Alcatel V3 Ultra, on the other hand, is a smartphone with this feature, which makes it a much better option. On top of all these modes, other features like eye care assistant night light mode further ensure that the smartphone is suitable to use even in low-light conditions. The peak brightness of 650 nits struggled a bit to give a comfortable viewing experience in well-lit conditions. The 120Hz refresh rate helps in getting a fast and responsive display, unless you start gaming. In terms of audio quality, the Alcatel V3 Ultra performs well. The presence of dual speakers–one on the bottom frame and the other hidden right above the pin-hole camera on the display–gives satisfactory output. When volume is maxed, the smartphone does slightly compromise on the audio clarity, but since it is not tuned by Dolby Atmos so we can't expect much. The lack of Dolby Atmos is a bit strange though, as many other smartphones priced even lower than this support Dolby Atmos. Performance and Software The Alcatel V3 Ultra is powered by a MediaTek Dimensity 6300 system-on-chip (SoC), which didn't seem like a good offering, especially in the Rs 20,000 segment. In this price range, an upgrade–MediaTek Dimensity 7300 chipset would have been nice. At this price point, phones like the CMF Phone 2 Pro, Poco X7 5G offer better chipsets and overall performance. Nonetheless, the processor is paired with up to 8GB of RAM and 128GB of storage. The RAM makes the device fast, however, the low storage poses an issue. If you are someone who likes to capture memories or download lots of stuff, then either you'll have to get an SD card or some cloud storage subscriptions. In terms of performance, I didn't notice many issues with the Alcatel V3 Ultra. Multitasking was smooth between applications like Google Chrome, YouTube, Photos, File Manager, and Spotify. Heating issues were noticed when the usage became heavy or while charging the device. One of the downsides that was pretty evident was that this smartphone is not great at gaming. Frame drops were quite noticeable in even basic games like Temple Run. When it comes to handling high-performing games like Asphalt and BGMI, the frame drops became even more evident than before. It might be safe to say that the Alcatel V3 Ultra hasn't been built for gaming purposes, which is understandable. Coming to the software, the Alcatel V3 Ultra is shipped with Android 14 out of the box. Google unveiled Android 16 just last month, and the stable build of that is likely to be rolled out by the end of this year. In a time when the majority of companies offer Android 15, and some like Pixel come with a developer beta of Android 16, Alcatel decided to sell the V3 series with Android 14 only. I am unable to understand what led to this decision, but it comes with the promise of up to three years of software updates and four years of security updates. When translated, it means that the Alcatel V3 Ultra will only be permitted to have Android 17, which will most probably be released in less than a year from now. Camera The V3 Ultra features a 108MP main camera, along with an 8MP ultra-wide and a 2MP macro lens. I tested it in a variety of lighting conditions—outdoors in daylight and indoors—and while the photos generally looked natural, the finer details just weren't there. The matte screen doesn't help either. It makes it harder to spot sharpness or clarity while reviewing shots on the phone. Skin tones often came out softened and felt processed. In ideal lighting, and when you manually tap to focus, it can produce some decent-looking shots with reasonably accurate colours. But the autofocus can be unreliable—it misses focus more often than it should, leading to blurry results. Macro shots are especially hit-or-miss. It struggles to focus up close and doesn't add much value. The front 32MP camera isn't great either. Even with good lighting, selfies turn out heavily processed and softened. Overall, the V3 Ultra might not be a reliable option for photography. It can be good for casual photos, but it's not a phone you'd pick for the camera alone. Battery and Charging The Alcatel V3 Ultra is shipped with a 5010mAh battery with support for up to 33W charging. When used normally to moderately, the Alcatel V3 Ultra lasted me a day. If you aren't planning on indulging in some extensive gaming sessions or multitasking sessions, then it can easily last up to 12 hours. Under light usage, the smartphone might even offer a 24-hour battery backup. If you decide to switch display modes to one of the ink modes, then the battery backup will improve significantly. With light usage and max ink mode, the Alcatel V3 Ultra will likely last for more than two to three days. When it comes to charging, the Alcatel V3 Ultra can complete an entire charge cycle in around 80 minutes. A strange thing here was that the initial 20 per cent of the battery took more time to get charged as compared to the range from 20 per cent to 70 per cent. Verdict Overall, the Alcatel V3 Ultra is a smartphone that one should get if they are a fan of reading. If someone's an avid reader and they are looking for a smartphone in the budget segment that can also handle some multimedia experience, then this will be the right option for them. If someone's looking for a good battery life, then too Alcatel V3 Ultra can be a good option, however, only if they are willing to compromise on the colours of the display. However, if someone is looking for good performance or a decent gaming experience, then this is not the right pick. There are other smartphones in the market in this budget segment that will offer a better gaming experience or come with higher processors.
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Business Standard
27-05-2025
- Business
- Business Standard
Alcatel V3 series smartphones with NXTPAPER display tech launched in India
French-born technology brand Alcatel has launched its V3 series smartphone in India, comprising three models, namely – Alcatel V3 Ultra, Alcatel V3 Pro, and Alcatel V3 Classic. According to the company, this series debuts in the Indian market as the first smartphones with patented NXTPAPER display technology powered by TCL. Alcatel V3 series: Price and availability Alcatel V3 Ultra Starting price: Rs 19,999 Colour: Hyper Blue, Champagne Gold, and Ocean Grey Alcatel V3 Pro Starting price: Rs 17,999 Colour: Matcha Green and Metallic Grey Alcatel V3 Classic Starting price: Rs 12,999 Colour: Halo White, Cosmic Grey The Alcatel V3 series will be available for purchase through ecommerce platform Flipkart starting June 2, 2025. Alcatel V3 Ultra: Details The Alcate l V3 Ultra features a 6.78-inch Full HD+ NXTPAPER IPS display with a resolution of 2460 × 1080 pixels. The screen supports a 120Hz refresh rate and offers a brightness of up to 650 nits. It is designed to reduce eye strain with anti-glare coating, low blue light emission, and support for vertical polarised sunglasses. Moreover, the smartphone comes bundled with stylus for digital inking and note taking capabilities supported. Audio is powered by DTS 3D Sound with dual stereo speakers and dual-mic noise cancellation. The device also supports a 3.5mm headphone jack. The V3 Ultra is powered by an octa-core MediaTek Dimensity 6300 processor, paired with 6GB RAM and 128GB of internal storage. The system runs Android 14 out of the box and promises 3 years of OS updates and 4 years of security patches. The camera setup includes a triple rear system: a 108MP main sensor, an 8MP ultra-wide lens, and a 2MP macro lens. For selfies, the device sports a 32MP front-facing camera. Both front and rear cameras support 1080p video recording at 30fps. The phone packs a 5010mAh battery with support for 33W fast charging. Additional features include IP54 dust and splash resistance, a side-mounted fingerprint scanner, NFC, Bluetooth 5.3, and Wi-Fi dual-band. The device weighs 196 grams and measures 7.99 mm thick. Alcatel V3 Ultra: Specifications Display: 6.78-inch Full HD+ NXTPAPER IPS, 2460 × 1080 resolution, 120Hz refresh rate, anti-glare, low blue light, 650 nits brightness, 91 per cent screen-to-body ratio Audio: Dual stereo speakers, DTS 3D Sound, dual-mic noise cancellation, 3.5mm audio jack, FM radio with recording Processor: MediaTek Dimensity 6300 (Octa-core) RAM: 6GB Storage: 128GB (expandable up to 2TB via dedicated microSD slot) Rear Camera: 108MP + 8MP ultra-wide + 2MP macro Front Camera: 32MP Video Recording: 1080p at 30fps (front and rear) Battery: 5010mAh Charging: 33W fast charging Operating System: Android 14 (3 years OS updates, 4 years security updates) Durability: IP54 rated Connectivity: 5G, 4G, 3G, 2G, Wi-Fi (2.4GHz and 5GHz), Bluetooth 5.3, NFC, USB Type-C Alcatel V3 Pro: Details The Alcatel V3 Pro is equipped with a 6.7-inch display that supports a 120Hz refresh rate. The screen also includes anti-glare and low blue light features, aimed at reducing eye strain during extended use. For performance, the device runs on the octa-core MediaTek Dimensity 6300 chipset, coupled with 8GB of RAM and 256GB of internal storage. On the imaging front, the V3 Pro sports a dual rear camera system comprising a 50MP main sensor and a 5MP secondary lens. For selfies and video calls, the phone includes an 8MP front-facing camera. Powering the device is a 5,200mAh battery with support for 18W charging. Additionally, the phone carries an IP54 rating, offering limited protection against dust and water splashes. Alcatel V3 Pro: Specifications Display: 6.7-inch, 120Hz refresh rate, anti-glare, low blue light Processor: MediaTek Dimensity 6300 (Octa-core) RAM: 8GB Storage: 256GB Rear Camera: 50MP + 5MP dual camera Front Camera: 8MP Battery: 5200mAh Charging: 18W fast charging Operating System: Android 15 (3 years OS updates, 4 years security updates) Durability: IP54 water and dust resistance Connectivity: 5G, 4G, 3G, 2G, Wi-Fi (2.4GHz and 5GHz), Bluetooth 5.3, NFC, USB Type-C Alcatel V3 Classic: Details The Alcatel V3 Classic comes with India's first NXTVISION display, offering enhanced colour accuracy and visual clarity. It features a 120Hz refresh rate. The phone is powered by the octa-core MediaTek Dimensity 6300 processor, paired with 6GB of RAM and 128GB of internal storage. In the camera department, the device carries a 50MP primary sensor and an 8MP front sensor camera. The audio experience is enhanced by dual stereo speakers. A 5,200mAh battery powers the device, with 18W fast charging support. The phone also carries an IP54 rating, offering basic protection against dust and water splashes. It also includes built-in NFC for quick contactless payments and other supported features, adding a layer of convenience for users. Alcatel V3 Classic: Specifications Display: NXTVISION display, 120Hz refresh rate Processor: MediaTek Dimensity 6300 (Octa-core) RAM: 6GB Storage: 128GB Rear Camera: 50MP Front Camera: 8MP Battery: 5200mAh Charging: 18W fast charging
Mint
27-05-2025
- Business
- Mint
Alcatel makes India return, launches 3 new phones with NXTPAPER display technology: Price, specs and more
French consumer electronics brand Alcatel has made its return in the Indian mobile phone market via a partnership with Nxtcell India. The three devices: Alcatel V3 Classic 5G, Alcatel V3 Pro 5G and Alcatel V3 Ultra 5G come with an LCD panel, 3.5mm headphone jack and IP54 water and dust resistance ratings. Alcatel V3 Classic 5G is priced at ₹ 12,999 for 4GB/128GB storage model and ₹ 14,999 for 6GB RAM/128GB storage variant. Alcatel V3 Pro, on the other hand, is priced at ₹ 17,999 for the 8GB RAM/256GB storage variant. Alcatel V3 Ultra 5G is priced at ₹ 19,999 for the 6GB RAM/128GB storage variant and ₹ 21,999 for the 8GB RAM/128GB storage variant. All three variants in the Altacatel V3 series will go on sale from Flipkart starting 2 June. Alcatel V3 Classic comes with a 6.67 inch HD+ display with a 120Hz refresh rate. Meanwhile, the V3 Pro also comes in the 6.67 inch form factor but with the NXTPAPER technology. The V3 Ultra, on the other hand, comes with a 6.8 inch Full HD+ NXTPAPER display with support for stylus. Both the Pro and Ultra variants come with support for four display modes, Regular, Ink Paper, Max Ink and Colour Paper mode. All the Alcatel V3 series phones in India come with the same MediaTek Dimensity 6300 processor and LPDDR4x RAM options. The new devices come with Android 15 out of the box and the company has promised 2 years of OS updates and 3 years of security patches with the devices. Alcatel V3 Classic comes with a 50MP primary shooter with a QVGA depth sensor and an 8MP front facing shooter. The V3 Pro also comes with a similar setup with a 5MP ultra-wide angle lens instead. Meanwhile, the V3 Ultra comes with a triple camera setup with a 108MP primary shooter, 5MP ultra-wide angle lens and a 2MP macro lens. The selfie shooter comes with a 32MP lens.
The Hindu
27-05-2025
- Business
- The Hindu
Alcatel launches V3 Classic, V3 Pro and V3 Ultra smartphones in India. Details
French mobile handsets brand Alcatel on Tuesday (May 27, 2025) entered into Indian smartphone market through licensee partner NxtCell and launched three new smartphones: Alcatel V3 Classic, V3 Pro and V3 Ultra. These smartphones will be manufactured by Dixon's subsidiary Padget Electronics in India. Alcatel said it targets young consumers in India by offering them a unique proposition which is not being offered by other smartphone brands in the country. Alcatel will sell the V3 series through Flipkart and the sale is expected to commence from June 2. The after-sales of these phones will also be handled by Flipkart-owned Jeeves in over 300 cities in India, as said by the brand. To start with, Alcatel has used MediaTek Dimensity 6300 processor in all the three phones. (For top technology news of the day, subscribe to our tech newsletter Today's Cache) V3 Classic The Alcatel V3 Classic will have a 6.67 inch HD+ display. It gets a 5,200 mAh battery supported by a 10 W charger. The V3 Classic sports a 50 MP main camera and a 0.08 MP VGA secondary lens. It has an 8 MP front camera. Alcatel V3 Classic comes in 4 GB and 6 GB variants coupled with 128 GB storage. It operates on Android 15 out of the box. It is IP54 rated. Alcatel V3 Classic begins at ₹12,999. V3 Pro The Alcatel V3 Pro has a 6.67 inch HD+ NxtPaper display. It uses a 5,010 mAh battery. The V3 Pro sports a 50 MP main lens and a 5 MP ultrawide camera. Front lens is of 8 MP. The V3 Pro only comes in 8 GB and 256 GB variant. It operates on Android 15 too. Alcatel V3 Pro has been priced at ₹17,999. It comes in Matcha Green and Metallic Grey. V3 Ultra The Alcatel V3 Ultra 6.78 inch FHD+ NxtPaper display and also supports stylus which ships inside the box. It has a similar 5,010 mAh battery supported by a 33 W charger. The V3 Ultra ships with a 108 MP main lens along with an 8 MP ultrawide sensor and a 2 MP macro. It sports a 32 MP selfie camera. It comes in 6 GB and 8 GB formats with a 128 GB storage on-board. However, it operates on Android 14 out of the box. Alcatel V3 Ultra starts at ₹19,999. It will be available in Hyper Blue, Champagne Gold, and Ocean Grey.
The Hindu
27-05-2025
- Business
- The Hindu
French brand Alcatel launches V3 Classic, V3 Pro and V3 Ultra smartphones in India. Details
French mobile handsets brand Alcatel on Tuesday (May 27, 2025) entered into Indian smartphone market through licensee partner NxtCell and launched three new smartphones: Alcatel V3 Classic, V3 Pro and V3 Ultra. These smartphones will be manufactured by Dixon's subsidiary Padget Electronics in India. Alcatel said it targets young consumers in India by offering them a unique proposition which is not being offered by other smartphone brands in the country. Alcatel will sell the V3 series through Flipkart and the sale is expected to commence from June 2. The after-sales of these phones will also be handled by Flipkart-owned Jeeves in over 300 cities in India, as said by the brand. To start with, Alcatel has used MediaTek Dimensity 6300 processor in all the three phones. (For top technology news of the day, subscribe to our tech newsletter Today's Cache) V3 Classic The Alcatel V3 Classic will have a 6.67 inch HD+ display. It gets a 5,200 mAh battery supported by a 10 W charger. The V3 Classic sports a 50 MP main camera and a 0.08 MP VGA secondary lens. It has an 8 MP front camera. Alcatel V3 Classic comes in 4 GB and 6 GB variants coupled with 128 GB storage. It operates on Android 15 out of the box. It is IP54 rated. Alcatel V3 Classic begins at ₹12,999. V3 Pro The Alcatel V3 Pro has a 6.67 inch HD+ NxtPaper display. It uses a 5,010 mAh battery. The V3 Pro sports a 50 MP main lens and a 5 MP ultrawide camera. Front lens is of 8 MP. The V3 Pro only comes in 8 GB and 256 GB variant. It operates on Android 15 too. Alcatel V3 Pro has been priced at ₹17,999. It comes in Matcha Green and Metallic Grey. V3 Ultra The Alcatel V3 Ultra 6.78 inch FHD+ NxtPaper display and also supports stylus which ships inside the box. It has a similar 5,010 mAh battery supported by a 33 W charger. The V3 Ultra ships with a 108 MP main lens along with an 8 MP ultrawide sensor and a 2 MP macro. It sports a 32 MP selfie camera. It comes in 6 GB and 8 GB formats with a 128 GB storage on-board. However, it operates on Android 14 out of the box. Alcatel V3 Ultra starts at ₹19,999. It will be available in Hyper Blue, Champagne Gold, and Ocean Grey.
