Huawei launches Android smartphone in Africa

The IDEOS U8150 provides a variety of ways to access the internet, with downlink speeds of more than 7.2Mbps, WCDMA + WiFi dual network support, and mobile broadband services. The device also doubles as a WiFi router for up to six devices at a time.

Marketing director of Huawei Devices Division in Africa, Liza de Wet said: "Our focus is on the value proposition to offer intelligent solutions to help telecom operators attract more subscribers and business opportunities and most importantly to create a simple and fun life for end-users. The collaboration of Huawei and a globally recognised brand such as Google, will assist in driving the internet evolution in the emerging markets such as Africa. We are deeply excited about the launch of our U8150, the first of the IDEOS series, and we are confident that consumers will enjoy smarter devices created for a simpler world."

The IDEOS smartphone will initially be available in South Africa, Kenya, Tanzania, Uganda, Angola and Zambia.