Mate20 Lite (Single SIM) 64 GB 6.3-Inch Android 8.0, SIM-Free Smartphone - UK Version, Black, Huawei Mate 20 Lite Black

I was so excited to be part of this campaign. To provide background, I have only ever been surrounded by Blackberry’s, iPhones and Samsung’s. These are all phones that are quoted as “top of the range”, “best camera quality” but are also the most expensive. My whole family use an iPhone whereas I have emigrated from Blackberry to iPhone. I was therefore pleased to be trying the Huawei after I had heard such positive reviews from the its camera quality. I have broken down the review into the following: User system: Being an android user, the system was one I was used to as it was easy. However, as I moved from Samsung to Huawei different settings were in different places. I would expect this as I would not expect all models to have buttons in the exact same places but I did expect to find it easily which I did. The buttons are logical and the pull down easy access menu is a feature I like of Androids. I also like that it has the three button option at the bottom of the phone – so the middle button to return to home, the left hand to go back and the right hand button to select options. It is much easier than the one button iPhone. Speed/Battery Life: So far, all the applications have worked impeccably fast and the reaction time of pressing the buttons and opening is amazing. I have also so far gone two days without charging my battery (may be that I close my applications). Look/Weight/Height: The look of the phone is sleek and thin but it is large so it would peek out of a jeans pocket. Saying that, considering its camera and its speed, I am happy to have a large, heavier phone for what I receive. This phone is actually one that gives the photo quality that Samsung/iPhone promises. Picture Quality: The quality of this camera rivals one of a bulky, heavy camera. The quality is amazing and I no longer need a filter! It is so clear and picks up details such as colour

I received this product as part of a review program in return for an unbiased review. Huawei who??? is where this review begins. Coming from brands that are well known but not that exciting anymore, I was itching for a change. The problem, phones aren’t cheap so experimenting is not an option, hence why many stick to popular brands. Huawei are doing things different, filling you with confidence with flashy ads. I ordered mine from Amazon and it arrived shortly afterwards. I was excited and nervous at the same time, trying to explain the brand to my other half who was not convinced. However the moment you open the box everything changes. It feels premium, no build quality concerns at all, its sexy and slick. Then you turn it on and wow the screen hits you with its vibrant bright colours and hardly any bezels in view. Now the other half is interested and keen to see it up close. I have had the phone for over a week and it’s my main device. I have had friends and family thinking it’s a rival top phone. Only I know It’s not a flagship device but what you get does not make you feel any less. Its packed with features and at this price point it’s worth your attention. The camera is amazing, bright and colourful. Captures are sharp and detailed. The number of extra filters and AR jiggery pokery is all there and fun. The selfie camera is second to none, which on other brands is usually an afterthought. The low light performance is disappointing but then I have to remind myself this is not a flagship device and this is where the cuts have been made. But you have to remember this is a third of the price. I have mentioned the screen and build quality which continue to amaze. I should give kudos to the speaker, considering there is only one it has surprising amount of base and fullness of sound. In the time I have had the phone I have experienced no UI slowdown, everything works great and switching between apps is quick. The UI itself is nice and not bloated. I'm enjoying the customization options with themes and fonts to play with. Just be warned this phone is extremely slippery. It can easily slide off a table when it rings. But a quick look on an auction site and you will find 1000's of cases at great prices, which will fix this. Overall this phone is outstanding easily sitting beside the other top brands. At this price point this phone is a winner and no longer will we being saying Huawei who.

This was for my daughter & she thinks it's FAB!!