TECNO has confirmed that the Camon 40 Series will debut at Mobile World Congress (MWC) 2025 in Barcelona this March. The launch will introduce next-generation Universal Tone technology, enhancing skin tone accuracy in smartphone photography.
Some details have been verified through certifications and benchmark listings, while others remain speculative. Here’s a breakdown of what’s confirmed and what’s rumored.
Confirmed Details
Launch at MWC 2025
TECNO has announced the Camon 40 Series will be unveiled at MWC 2025 in early March.
Universal Tone Technology Upgrade
- An improved Universal Tone technology will enhance skin tone accuracy in mobile photography.
- The multi-skin tone color card now features 372 patches, up from 268, for better representation of diverse skin tones.
- The CCM Skin Tone Calibration Algorithm and Spectrum-Based Automatic White Balance (AWB) Algorithm have been upgraded for more accurate color reproduction.
Battery and Processor Details
A TUV Rheinland certification confirms the Camon 40 Pro 5G will feature a 5,100mAh battery. A Geekbench listing confirms the device will run on the MediaTek Dimensity 7300 Ultimate chipset, featuring:
- Eight-core CPU (4 cores at 2.50 GHz, 4 cores at 2.00 GHz).
- Mali G615-MC2 GPU.
- 8GB RAM and Android 15.
Expected TECNO Camon 40 Series Models
Leaks suggest the Camon 40 Series will include:
- Camon 40
- Camon 40 Pro 4G
- Camon 40 Pro 5G
- Camon 40 Premier 5G
Leaked Specifications
Display & Refresh Rate
- Camon 40 & Camon 40 Pro 4G: 6.78-inch AMOLED, 120Hz refresh rate
- Camon 40 Pro 5G & Camon 40 Premier 5G: Curved AMOLED, 144Hz refresh rate
Processor Variants
- Camon 40 & Camon 40 Pro 4G may use the MediaTek Helio G100 Ultimate chipset.
- Camon 40 Premier 5G is rumored to feature the MediaTek Dimensity 8350 Ultimate.
Camera Setup
Camon 40, Camon 40 Pro 4G, Camon 40 Pro 5G:
- 50MP main camera
- 8MP ultra-wide camera
- 32MP front camera
Camon 40 Premier 5G:
- 50MP main camera
- 50MP ultra-wide camera
- 50MP telephoto with 3x zoom
- 50MP selfie camera
How Universal Tone Enhances Smartphone Photography
TECNO’s upgraded Universal Tone technology aims to improve skin tone representation across diverse demographics. The expanded skin tone database includes a regional color card for Saudi Arabia, developed in collaboration with University of Leeds (UK) and Dar Al-Hekma University (Saudi Arabia).
With enhanced white balance and color calibration algorithms, the Camon 40 Series promises 50% better skin tone accuracy in portrait photography.
What to Expect at MWC 2025
TECNO is expected to reveal:
- Full model lineup and pricing
- Detailed camera specifications
- Additional AI-driven photography features
- Market availability
The Camon 40 Series is shaping up to be TECNO’s most photography-focused smartphone lineup, emphasizing inclusivity and AI-powered imaging. More details will be available at MWC 2025.
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