Not everyone needs or has access to 4G LTE networks but still require a powerful smartphone with nice design. For those people here is the Kolina K100+.
The Kolina K100+ is one of those phones which look like it could have had the smartphone world at its feet, if only it had launched earlier in the year and not during the start of the 64bit roll out. Still at only $169.99 and with high-end hardware, we think some readers can still find use for this flagship Mediatek device.
An iPhone inspired (but not completely copied) alloy and plastic body makes us the chassis to which the components are all connected. Starting up front, the large 5.5-inch display is a full HD 1920 x 1080 resolution panel with IPS for nice viewing angles.
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Above the display is a 5 mega-pixel front camera, while out back a 13 mega-pixel shooter sits in wait to catch your next photo.
Processing comes in the form of a Mediatek MT6592T octacore chip. The ’T’ in the title means it is the faster 2.0Ghz chipset rather than the regular 1.7ghz model found in most Android smartphones throughout this year. With a 2.0Ghz chipset on tap it would make no sense to give the K100+ a small amount of RAM so here we have 2GB on board.
Dual micro SIM, 32GB internal memory make up the rest of the specs. Network support is limited to GSM and 3G WCDMA, but if you can live without LTE, and want a nice FHD display, and 2GB RAM, the K100+ is a bargain at only $169.99!
MT6592T? Hmmm. Just like every other damn phone out there.
The T version is not on a lot of smartphones, you find often the “regular” and the “castrated” M version… But with the launch of the new 64bit octacore at the very same prices, I would advise to switch to the new technology!
Its quite dated now, Umi Zero, Tecno Phantom Z, TCL S960, same 2.0ghz MT6592T. Rare no doubt but nothing out of the ordinary. They should have gone for MT6595M at least.
that’s what I said, there are new SoCs from mtk now and also at the very same price, so why going for a previous gen one? Also 6752 would be better and would keep the price low.
For me the question is… Kolina k100+, Jiayu S3 or Wa phone?
What do you thin Andi and guys?
http://www.htcmania.com/showpost.php?p=16521878&postcount=304
I’d wait for the s3 for sure!
see ya in march then
You should make it clearer that the price is for international buyers not China price.
done
No LTE? No glory (for 2015).
Someone like me doesn’t want or need LTE. I do most of my work in South East Asia (Thailand, Cambodia, Laos, China etc) where LTE is often times either non existent or extremely expensive. Last time I was in the US (Boston) I did some quick tests on the LTE vs 3G+ speeds. The difference wasn’t nearly as great as people make it out to be. My average LTE speeds during my trip were 15mbps, my average 3G+ speeds was 12. It is one of the last features I look for in a phone.
what about Jayiu s3?
S3 hasn’t been released yet
Really better than the Umi Zero ?
Considering not only performance but as well built quality ?
Best $170 phone, Zero is $199
Right you are 😛
But worth the difference in my opinion, I’m still waiting for a best value phone for under 200 € (with shipping and taxes) than the Umi Zero.
I know that you’ve visited their factory, what do you think about all this problems with deliver that they’r having expediting the orders for suppliers ?
It’s something worth mentioning because it really gives the brand “character”. Unfortunately they’re not so trustworthy as I would like them to be, meaning, great phone but not great brand i guess …
Thanks for the blog, great news and reviews !
Best value phone under 200? For me it is the Doogee Turbo 2014. I recieved one as a gift from a supplier I work with and it has become my go to phone for work (replacing my Kingzone K1). It doesn’t have the best specs but with it’s low price (under $125 on some sites), it is amazing. Build quality is excellent, the 720p display is very good and it even comes with Kit Kat.
Best value now, it’s not anything we already see or just has been released, like this Kolina. I guess you just need to wait to January when the 64Bit phones will arrive, carrying really awesome specs for under 200$, and even the Jiayu S3 if it costs 200$ with 3GB of Ram will be a monstruous awesome deal, my advice for you is, if you can wait a little more, just wait, the MTK6592 will soon be a outdated SoC.
Umi Zero (production version) Vs Kolina K100 please, especially camera comparison
Andi do you know if thay have any plans to update Kolina K100 to Kit Kat? I asked on chat here http://www.100.cn/ and they told me that yes but they’re not sure when. Your chinese is probably better than mine so maybe you have some info? Thanks
If only the battery as removeable.Also is there a slot for micro sd card?
Btw I’ve seen some videos claiming that the screen is a Super Amoled and indeed it seems to be so, it has really dark blacks. Also in the package they announce it with a super amoled screen, true ?
check out
http://amirexpress.ir/index.php?route=product/product&product_id=423
Please check from 1949deal.com, they sell it at the lowest price and best quality. they have sold the smartphones for many years. just trust them. http://goo.gl/vIDhoH
MT6592T? Hmmm. Just like every other damn phone out there.
The T version is not on a lot of smartphones, you find often the “regular” and the “castrated” M version… But with the launch of the new 64bit octacore at the very same prices, I would advise to switch to the new technology!
Its quite dated now, Umi Zero, Tecno Phantom Z, TCL S960, same 2.0ghz MT6592T. Rare no doubt but nothing out of the ordinary. They should have gone for MT6595M at least.
For me the question is… Kolina k100+, Jiayu S3 or Wa phone?
What do you thin Andi and guys?
http://www.htcmania.com/showpost.php?p=16521878&postcount=304
that’s what I said, there are new SoCs from mtk now and also at the very same price, so why going for a previous gen one? Also 6752 would be better and would keep the price low.
I’d wait for the s3 for sure!
see ya in march then
You should make it clearer that the price is for international buyers not China price.
done
No LTE? No glory (for 2015).
Someone like me doesn’t want or need LTE. I do most of my work in South East Asia (Thailand, Cambodia, Laos, China etc) where LTE is often times either non existent or extremely expensive. Last time I was in the US (Boston) I did some quick tests on the LTE vs 3G+ speeds. The difference wasn’t nearly as great as people make it out to be. My average LTE speeds during my trip were 15mbps, my average 3G+ speeds was 12. It is one of the last features I look for in a phone.
what about Jayiu s3?
S3 hasn’t been released yet
Really better than the Umi Zero ?
Considering not only performance but as well built quality ?
Best $170 phone, Zero is $199
Right you are 😛
But worth the difference in my opinion, I’m still waiting for a best value phone for under 200 € (with shipping and taxes) than the Umi Zero.
I know that you’ve visited their factory, what do you think about all this problems with deliver that they’r having expediting the orders for suppliers ?
It’s something worth mentioning because it really gives the brand “character”. Unfortunately they’re not so trustworthy as I would like them to be, meaning, great phone but not great brand i guess …
Thanks for the blog, great news and reviews !
Umi Zero (production version) Vs Kolina K100 please, especially camera comparison
Best value phone under 200? For me it is the Doogee Turbo 2014. I recieved one as a gift from a supplier I work with and it has become my go to phone for work (replacing my Kingzone K1). It doesn’t have the best specs but with it’s low price (under $125 on some sites), it is amazing. Build quality is excellent, the 720p display is very good and it even comes with Kit Kat.
Best value now, it’s not anything we already see or just has been released, like this Kolina. I guess you just need to wait to January when the 64Bit phones will arrive, carrying really awesome specs for under 200$, and even the Jiayu S3 if it costs 200$ with 3GB of Ram will be a monstruous awesome deal, my advice for you is, if you can wait a little more, just wait, the MTK6592 will soon be a outdated SoC.
Andi do you know if thay have any plans to update Kolina K100 to Kit Kat? I asked on chat here http://www.100.cn/ and they told me that yes but they’re not sure when. Your chinese is probably better than mine so maybe you have some info? Thanks
Andi I think the 100+ V6 (100C) is the same phone right?
Just for reference the below link. No intention to promote the e-shop
http://www.vickmall.com/100-v6-smartphone-2-0ghz-octa-core-mtk6592-turbo-2gb-ram-32gb-rom-with-5-5-inch-1080p-3200mah-battery-13mp-camera.html
If only the battery as removeable.Also is there a slot for micro sd card?
Everyone forgot to mention that the phone only runs Jellybean and has no support for KitKat. I asked several sellers. That’s why the price is so cheap. Better to avoid and not fall into this trap.
Many phones aren’t coming out with the latest android OS. Why do you say that the phone doesn’t have support for KitKat ?
If it’s a mediatek should take very long untill someone realeases some rom update. Many times the brands don’t do it themselfs (and for that you don’t need to go so far, Samsung is an expert at not releasing ota updates).
I’m sure there will be an alternative ROM for this phone and KitKat will be one of them.
It’s a new/recent phone, give it some time 🙂
I asked 5 resellers and they all said there will be no KitKat support. 99% of medium/high end Chinese phones made in 2014 now have KitKat support. There is also no manufacturer website for support or firmware updates, so forget about it. This phone will disappear very quickly between the flood of new quad/octa-core Mediatek 64-bit CPU phones coming out. Rather save and buy a new 64-bit CPU phone from a manufacturer that has a website and run KitKat and will provide a Lollipop update in future.
XDA ?
Unfortunately, XDA still seems to be mega popular with any phone that DOESN’T house a Mediatek SOC… Not really sure why, but I’m guessing that the majority of the hard-core developers only get to hear about the more mainstream stuff and not the more interesting Chinese products..?
maybe that’s because other SoC makers (qualcomm) release full sources and mtk don’t? that’s really where mediatek has to improve, then the community’s support will increase, even for smaller brands!
Unless this thing sells on the same level as the OPO I wouldn’t expect alternate ROM’s for it. It’s not a big enough brand with a loyal following for that to happen. It’s hard finding ROM’s for some well established brands lets alone this one. XDA has many but they mainly have them for the more well known models.
Btw I’ve seen some videos claiming that the screen is a Super Amoled and indeed it seems to be so, it has really dark blacks. Also in the package they announce it with a super amoled screen, true ?
check out
http://amirexpress.ir/index.php?route=product/product&product_id=423
Please check from
they sell it at the lowest price and best quality. they have sold the smartphones for many years. just trust them. http://goo.gl/vIDhoH
http://www.myefox.es/kolina-k100-v6-mtk6592t-20ghz-octa-core-55-pulgadas-fhd-pantalla-android-44-3g-smartphone-g-1243024?home_A2
135€ – 13€ with: KOLINA10012 + 13 (DHL) = 135€ good price
it’s so expensive from you, but i think 1949deal can offer me the better price. they sell goods with best quality and most competitive price. You website is new for me. I will experience from 1949deal.com
Andi I think the 100+ V6 (100C) is the same phone right?
Just for reference the below link. No intention to promote the e-shop
http://www.vickmall.com/100-v6-smartphone-2-0ghz-octa-core-mtk6592-turbo-2gb-ram-32gb-rom-with-5-5-inch-1080p-3200mah-battery-13mp-camera.html
Everyone forgot to mention that the phone only runs Jellybean and has no support for KitKat. I asked several sellers. That’s why the price is so cheap. Better to avoid and not fall into this trap.
Many phones aren’t coming out with the latest android OS. Why do you say that the phone doesn’t have support for KitKat ?
If it’s a mediatek should take very long untill someone realeases some rom update. Many times the brands don’t do it themselfs (and for that you don’t need to go so far, Samsung is an expert at not releasing ota updates).
I’m sure there will be an alternative ROM for this phone and KitKat will be one of them.
It’s a new/recent phone, give it some time 🙂
I asked 5 resellers and they all said there will be no KitKat support. 99% of medium/high end Chinese phones made in 2014 now have KitKat support. There is also no manufacturer website for support or firmware updates, so forget about it. This phone will disappear very quickly between the flood of new quad/octa-core Mediatek 64-bit CPU phones coming out. Rather save and buy a new 64-bit CPU phone from a manufacturer that has a website and run KitKat and will provide a Lollipop update in future.
XDA ?
Unfortunately, XDA still seems to be mega popular with any phone that DOESN’T house a Mediatek SOC… Not really sure why, but I’m guessing that the majority of the hard-core developers only get to hear about the more mainstream stuff and not the more interesting Chinese products..?
Unless this thing sells on the same level as the OPO I wouldn’t expect alternate ROM’s for it. It’s not a big enough brand with a loyal following for that to happen. It’s hard finding ROM’s for some well established brands lets alone this one. XDA has many but they mainly have them for the more well known models.
maybe that’s because other SoC makers (qualcomm) release full sources and mtk don’t? that’s really where mediatek has to improve, then the community’s support will increase, even for smaller brands!
When a comlete review of this one Andi? Ty
Just check this review, Kolina K100+ PK iPhone 6 Plus: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=of5vgp2XS6Q
wow, i still trust 1949deal.com, they have amazing price and gifts for the customers, especially this kolina k100+. I like to buy it from 1949deal. a very good and honest Chinese seller, i highly recommend them to you!
http://www.myefox.es/kolina-k100-v6-mtk6592t-20ghz-octa-core-55-pulgadas-fhd-pantalla-android-44-3g-smartphone-g-1243024?home_A2
135€ – 13€ with: KOLINA10012 + 13 (DHL) = 135€ good price
it’s so expensive from you, but i think 1949deal can offer me the better price. they sell goods with best quality and most competitive price. You website is new for me. I will experience from
Th specs are nice but it’s so boring and plain looking. It looks like one of a hundred other phones that are “inspired” by Iphone. I would almost prefer a 1:1 clone over these half and half attempts to be different but not different.
When a comlete review of this one Andi? Ty
Just check this review, Kolina K100+ PK iPhone 6 Plus:
wow, i still trust
they have amazing price and gifts for the customers, especially this kolina k100+. I like to buy it from 1949deal. a very good and honest Chinese seller, i highly recommend them to you!
Th specs are nice but it’s so boring and plain looking. It looks like one of a hundred other phones that are “inspired” by Iphone. I would almost prefer a 1:1 clone over these half and half attempts to be different but not different.
I believe its the best VFM but there is no support at all and no KK or LOlipop future for that only jb
i bought anyway
I believe its the best VFM but there is no support at all and no KK or LOlipop future for that only jb
i bought anyway
I just ordered the Kolina K100+ from Ali Express, it gives me a better buyer protection if I’m not satisfied.
I really like the build quality and this for only $170 ( shipping included)
I can’t wait to have it delivered at my place….
I just ordered the Kolina K100+ from Ali Express, it gives me a better buyer protection if I’m not satisfied.
I really like the build quality and this for only $170 ( shipping included)
I can’t wait to have it delivered at my place….
found the 100+ shipping from Europe,use code ciceucoupon-10 to save $10 at http://www.coolicool.com/stock-in-europe-kolina-k100-v6-mtk6592t-20ghz-octa-core-55-inch-fhd-screen-android-42-3g-smartph-g-35698?utm_source=xiaowei-disqus&utm_medium=kolina%20100%2B%20v6&utm_campaign=1.16
found the 100+ shipping from Europe,use code ciceucoupon-10 to save $10 at http://www.coolicool.com/stock-in-europe-kolina-k100-v6-mtk6592t-20ghz-octa-core-55-inch-fhd-screen-android-42-3g-smartph-g-35698?utm_source=xiaowei-disqus&utm_medium=kolina%20100%2B%20v6&utm_campaign=1.16
I’d be happy if it just worked with Verizon. Could care less about the 4G/LTE capabilities because I don’t spend my days wandering around in a daze with the screen stuck to my face watching movies/selfies/god-knows-what-else (_someone_ has to actually do the work after all LOL).
I’d be happy if it just worked with Verizon. Could care less about the 4G/LTE capabilities because I don’t spend my days wandering around in a daze with the screen stuck to my face watching movies/selfies/god-knows-what-else (_someone_ has to actually do the work after all LOL).