Cherry Philippines announced its official comeback to the smartphone scene with the launch of the new Aqua Series: Aqua GR and Aqua S11 Pro.
According to Cherry Philippines (formerly known as Cherry Mobile), the latest Aqua Series comes with "a new level of SPEED and POWER." The local mobile brand's newest lineup of smartphones also offers "a range of features for a seamless gaming experience and a lot more."
Cherry added the Aqua GR and Aqua S11 Pro to their smartphone lineup on February 7, 2024. These bang-for-the-buck phones include impressive features and technologies. The Aqua GR is priced at PHP 11,999, while the Aqua S11 Pro is affordable at PHP 7,999. These new releases from Cherry Philippines offer top-notch features and budget-friendly options.
As part of its development into an IoT-friendly platform, Cherry presents mobile phones that come equipped with an array of features, setting them apart from their rivals.
The Cherry Aqua GR is a smartphone tailored for gamers who demand high performance. This 5G phone comes with a 2.6GHz MediaTek Dimensity 7050 octa-core processor, a 4700mAh battery with support for USB-C 66W fast charging, 256GB UFS 2.2 internal storage, and 8GB RAM (+8GB Virtual RAM), enabling you to experience smooth multitasking and lightning-fast performance on gaming, video streaming, or web browsing.
Meanwhile, the more affordable Cherry Aqua S11 Pro also has high-end features. Its 256GB UFS 2.2 onboard storage, 8GB RAM (+8GB Virtual RAM), and a big 5000mAh battery with support for USB-C 33W fast charging enable uninterrupted gameplay. Additionally, its 2.2GHz MediaTek Helio G99 octa-core chipset ensures a smooth experience, meeting the demands of mobile gamers and multitaskers on a budget.
The Aqua GR boasts a 3D-curved 6.8-inch 120Hz FHD+ AMOLED Display that delivers an immersive visual experience. On the other hand, the Aqua S11 Pro has a 6.7-inch Full HD+ AMOLED Display with an impressive screen-to-body ratio of almost 90 percent, providing plenty of screen space for diverse apps and tasks.
In the camera department, the Cherry Aqua GR phone flaunts a 50-megapixel Triple Camera module with a 108MP Super Pixel Camera mode, while the Aqua S11 Pro has a 64-megapixel AI Triple Camera setup, which captures stunning images and comes equipped with creative tools for personalization.
Both Aqua GR and Aqua S11 Pro are equipped with Near Field Communication (NFC) technology, which makes it easy to transfer and share data between devices. Additionally, these models feature edge lighting capabilities that provide seamless notifications, enhancing the user experience. With gradient finishes and curved edges, both phones are designed to be sleek and stylish, offering a premium look and feel.
CHERRY Aqua GR - Full Specs
- Display: 6.8-inch FHD+ (1080 x 2400 Pixels, 387 ppi) AMOLED, 120Hz Refresh Rate, 20:9 Aspect Ratio, Scratch Resistant Glass, punch-hole
- CPU: 2.6GHz 6nm MediaTek Dimensity 7050 octa-core processor
- GPU: Mali-G68 MP4
- RAM: 8GB + 8GB
- Internal Storage: 256GB UFS 2.2
- Memory card slot: 1TB via microSD
- Triple rear cameras: 50MP Main (f/1.9 Aperture, Autofocus) + 8MP Ultra-wide (f/2.2 Aperture, 112˚ FoV) + 2MP Depth Sensor; Dual-tone LED Flash, Up to 4K video recording with EIS
- Single front camera: 16MP (f/2.5 Aperture); Up to 4K video recording
- SIM Slot: Dual Nano SIM
- Connectivity: 5G, 4G LTE, dual-band WiFi, Bluetooth 5.2, USB OTG, NFC, GPS
- USB port: USB Type-C
- Audio: USB-C Audio Output, Single down-firing loudspeaker, dual microphone
- Biometrics: Fingerprint scanner (under-display) and Face unlock
- Sensors: Accelerometer, gyroscope, light, orientation, proximity, sound, magnetic
- Operating System: Android 13 (Tiramisu)
- Battery and Charging: 4,700mAh non-removable Li-Po battery with 66W Fast Charging (100% in 40 minutes)
- Materials: Glass front, plastic frame, plastic back
- Dimensions: 164.15 x 74.7 x 8.75 mm
- Weight: 205 grams
- Color: Black
CHERRY Aqua S11 Pro - Full Specs
- Display: 6.7-inch FHD+ (1080 x 2400 Pixels, 393 ppi) AMOLED, 120Hz Refresh Rate, 20:9 Aspect Ratio, punch-hole
- CPU: 2.2GHz 6nm MediaTek Helio G99 octa-core processor
- GPU: Mali-G57 MP2
- RAM: 8GB + 8GB
- Internal Storage: 256GB UFS 2.2
- Memory card slot: 1TB via microSD
- Triple rear cameras: 64MP Main (f/1.8 Aperture, Autofocus) + 2MP Macro (f/2.4 Aperture) + QVGA lens; LED Flash, Up to 1080p video recording
- Single front camera: 16MP (f/2.0 Aperture)
- SIM Slot: Dual Nano SIM
- Connectivity: 4G LTE, dual-band WiFi, Bluetooth 5.2, USB OTG, NFC, GPS
- USB port: USB Type-C
- Audio: 3.5mm Audio Jack, Single down-firing loudspeaker, dual microphone
- Biometrics: Fingerprint scanner (in-display) and Face unlock
- Sensors: Accelerometer, gyroscope, light, orientation, proximity, sound, magnetic
- Operating System: Android 13 (Tiramisu)
- Battery and Charging: 5,000mAh non-removable Li-Po battery with 33W Fast Charging rate
- Materials: Glass front, plastic frame, plastic back
- Dimensions: ~
- Weight: ~
- Color: Black
Official Price and Availability in the Philippines
- CHERRY Mobile Aqua GR (8GB+256GB) - PHP 11,999
- CHERRY Mobile Aqua S11 Pro (8GB+256GB) - PHP 7,999
These new smartphones are available at the CHERRY Philippines store nationwide as well as online via the official online store (https://cherryshop.com.ph), Shopee, and Lazada.
