STACK #250 August 2025

TECH FEATURE

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Looking for a budget-friendly phone that still ticks all the right boxes?TCL’s new 60 Series packs premium features into a trio of affordable models – from paper-like displays and powerhouse batteries, to AI tools and generous storage. Words Bec Summer TCL’s new 60 series brings budget friendly phones with big features

TCL 60 SE This budget-friendly smartphone offers a solid mix of performance and features for everyday use. Sporting a 6.7” HD+ display with a smooth 90Hz refresh rate, the 60 SE is powered by a MediaTek Helio G81 processor and comes with 8GB of RAM and a spacious 512GB of internal storage – ample room for apps, photos, and media. The 50MP main camera can shoot 1080p FHD video and modes such as AI Scene Detection and HDR can enhance your photos, while the 8MP front camera captures quality selfies. With a generous 5200mAh battery and 18W fast charging for long-lasting everyday use, the TCL 60 SE is a good option for those looking for a quality smartphone that won’t break the bank. everyday demands, look no further than the TCL 605. With a large 6.7” HD+ display with a smooth 90Hz refresh rate, it’s perfect for socials, scrolling, gaming, and streaming. The 50MP hybrid two-in-one rear camera includes a macro lens for capturing fine details, while the 5MP front camera snaps quality selfies, even in tricky lighting conditions. Plus, you get AI Scene Detection, HDR mode for enhanced contrast and detail, and hands-free capture with a gesture. The 605 supports up to 18GB RAM and 128GB of storage (with memory expansion option), so you’ll get ample space for media and apps, and fluid performance when multitasking. The big 5200mAh battery will keep you going for up to two days of regular use, with 18W fast charging support for a speedy top-up. Bonus features like NFC (on selected models) and Android 15 out of the box round out a smartphone that’s ready to handle everyday demands at a great price. TCL 605 For a budget-friendly smartphone that’s ready to handle

TCL 60 SE NXTPAPER 5G 256GB

Max Ink Mode and the NXTPAPER key turn the phone into a dedicated e-reader, offering up to seven days of reading or 26 on standby. Powered by the MediaTek Dimensity 6300 with up to 18GB RAM and 256GB storage (expandable to 2TB), it’s fast, spacious, and efficient. AI tools for translation, summarising, and transcription can up your productivity, while creative writers can brainstorm and refine ideas. The hybrid camera system comprises a 50MP rear main and macro camera, plus 5MP ultra-wide, along with an 8MP front cam to capture natural looking selfies. Add dual speakers, IP54

Top of the trio is the TCL 60 SE NXTPAPER – the perfect phone for avid readers and writers. Its standout 6.7” NXTPAPER display offers a paper-like, low blue light, anti-glare experience that’s

durability, and a robust 5200mAh battery with 18W fast charging, and you’ve got a smart all-rounder.

easy on the eyes, while a 120Hz refresh rate keeps visuals smooth for gaming or scrolling.

What is NXTPAPER?

NXTPAPER is TCL’s eye-friendly display tech designed to look and feel like paper. It uses a unique combination of hardware and software to reduce blue light, cut glare, and deliver a smooth, paper-like viewing experience, without sacrificing colour or clarity. It even includes a dedicated reading mode and adaptive brightness to suit any environment.

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