Infinix has unveiled its new NOTE Edge series, making it the first handset in the world to be powered by the MediaTek Dimensity 7100 5G platform.
The launch marks the debut of a device running the all-new Android 16 with XOS 16.
According to the manufacturer, the release signals a strategic pivot toward “long-term reliability” and battery endurance.
Commenting on the launch, an Infinix Kenya spokesperson said the company is responding to a growing demand for smartphones that deliver long-term value rather than short-term performance peaks.
“Kenyan consumers are increasingly focused on reliability, battery endurance and how long their phones remain secure and useful. The NOTE Edge reflects this shift, combining world-first technology with intelligent features that truly support everyday life.”
One of the most striking technical innovations introduced is a “self-healing” battery system.
This intelligent technology is designed to repair micro-damage during charging cycles, allowing the massive 6,150mAh battery to maintain over 80 per cent capacity even after 2,000 full charges.
Infinix claims this is equivalent to up to six years of everyday use, significantly extending the lifespan of the hardware. Despite its large capacity—the largest the brand has introduced in Kenya—the device maintains an ultra-slim 7.2mm profile and weighs just 185g.
Performance and AI integration
At the heart of the NOTE Edge is the MediaTek Dimensity 7100 chipset, which prioritises “sustained efficiency” for tasks such as gaming and streaming while keeping energy consumption low.
Furthermore, the device’s capabilities include:
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Memory and Multitasking: The phone features 8GB of RAM, which can be extended to 16GB via MemFusion technology.
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Longevity: It supports 25.42 hours of Google Maps navigation or 20.9 hours of YouTube playback on a single charge.
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Software Commitment: The company has pledged three major Android-based XOS upgrades and five years of security updates.
Adding a human-interest dimension to the technical launch, Infinix is spotlighting Sabrina Wanjiku Simader, Kenya’s first female Winter Olympian.
Ms Simader is set to use the NOTE Edge as she returns to witness the Winter Olympics 2026 in Milano Cortina.
Infinix described her journey as a symbol of “resilience, legacy and possibility,” noting that her story will eventually be expanded into a standalone feature.
Designed under the “Dream Booster” concept to support modern digital lifestyles, the NOTE Edge is now available across authorised retail outlets in Kenya.
The device is priced from KES 32,999, a figure an Infinix Kenya spokesperson described as an “accessible price point” for consumers increasingly focused on “how long their phones remain secure and useful”.