ZTE has announced plans to launch the Grand X LTE smartphone in the UK in the beginning of August in partnership with Phones 4u and Virgin Media. The dual-core 4.3-inch screen mobile video and gaming device is targeted at the mid-tier postpaid market and is aimed at the cost conscious younger buyers. Virgin Media will offer the ZTE Grand X for GBP189.99 for pre-paid customers.

ZTE Corporation (“ZTE”) (H share stock code: 0763.HK / A share stock code: 000063.SZ), a leading global provider of telecommunications equipment and network solutions, has launched the ZTE Grand X dual-core 4.3-inch screen smartphone in the UK, bringing high-end mobile video and gaming experiences to a wider audience.

The ZTE Grand X combines an NVIDIA Tegra 2 dual-core chipset with Android 4.0 (Ice Cream Sandwich) to deliver a rich mobile multimedia experience - a world of entertainment in one device.

The powerful processor delivers fast download speeds and video processing and, combined with the 4.3-inch 16 million colour Sharp screen (960x540) and cinematic surround-sound Dolby Mobile Sound technology, enables the Grand X to provide a compelling mobile entertainment experience.

The NVIDIA Tegra processor means games run fast and smooth, and one-touch access to the Tegra Zone gives mobile gamers quick access to the world’s best mobile games.

The ZTE Grand X incorporates a variety of connection capabilities including Bluetooth, WiFi and DLNA which enable users to share content across multiple devices such as TVs and displays, printers, cameras, and other mobile and multimedia devices. The smartphone also allows users to capture, play and share content using the HD video capability.

“ZTE Grand X brings high-end mobile video and gaming within the reach of a whole new audience,” said Mr. He Shiyou, ZTE EVP and head of the Terminals Division. “It provides a world of entertainment in a single device – combining high quality and a wide range of functions for a great mobile multimedia experience.”

Using the NVIDIA Tegra chipset, the ZTE Grand X is able to provide consumers with best-of-class graphic quality for watching movies, browsing online and photo sharing.

Gaming on the handset delivers authentic and sharp images; the lens is dynamic, and content is rendered for a high-impact interactive experience delivering console-quality on all games.

“With ZTE’s Grand X handset, buyers have the best of both worlds: an amazing, high-end user experience at a cost that will be noticeably lower than handsets with similar specifications. With the Grand X, you have all the benefits of a powerful processor combined with a large, high-quality screen and high-end design,” said Scott Hooton, Chief Commercial Officer, Phones 4u.

Jamie Heywood, director of mobile at Virgin Media said, “We’re enjoying a great partnership with ZTE, having already launched two handsets with them this year, and their latest phone, the Grand X, is a fantastic addition to our extensive smartphone range. Coupled with our best ever ‘Premiere’ tariff* from just £27 a month and boasting unlimited data as standard and inclusive insurance at no extra cost**, Virgin Media customers can stay connected on the go all day every day without worrying about hidden costs.”

Other features of the Grand X include Facetones which shows friends’ latest social media updates and photos when they call; and Evernote which enables users to save voice notes, memos, photographs and music in the cloud so they are always accessible.

The ZTE Grand X is a class-leading, feature-rich handset and will be available on contract through Phones 4u and Virgin Media stores across the UK from beginning of August at highly competitive monthly tariffs. Availability will be announced near the time.

Specifications:

• Processor: NVIDIA Tegra 2, Dual-core (AP20 Dual Core 1GHz)
• Display Size: 4.3” – 16M QHD (960 x 540)
• Modem: NVIDIA i450 (HSDPA Cat14, 21Mbps)
• Weight: 110g
• Dimensions: 127mmx64.6mmx9.9mm
• Connectivity: Bluetooth 2.1, WiFi, DLNA
• Camera: Dual Camera 5MP AF Flash/0.3 MP
• User Memory: 4GB + up to 32GB Micro SD
• RAM: 512 MB
• Storage: 4GB, expandable to 32GB (Micro SD)
• OS: Android 4.0 (ICS)
• Battery: 1650 mAh Li-Ion
• Others: Dolby Mobile Sound / HD Voice / HD video capture and playback / Facetones / Evernote / Documents to go / Tegra Zone (Gaming Marketplace)

Notes to editors
*The ZTE Grand X is available on a range of tariffs from Virgin Media

‘Premiere 08’ includes 500 mins to 0800, 0845, 0870 & 0808 numbers per month
**Our insurance is arranged and administered by NEWAsurion Europe Limited, who are authorised and regulated by the Financial Services Authority (no. 502545), registered address: Chiswick Place, 272 Gunnersbury Avenue, Chiswick, W4 5QB. The Insurer is Liberty Mutual Insurance Europe Limited, who are authorised and regulated by the Financial Services Authority (no. 202205), registered address: Third Floor, 2 Minster Court, London, EC3R 7YE
Virgin Media will offer the ZTE Grand X on prepay for £189.99
Phones 4u pricing and tariffs to be confirmed.