ZTE Bows Unlocked $230 No-Contract Smartphone With Dolby Audio, Dual-Lens Camera

ZTE launched at CES its Blade series of smartphones for the U.S. market, starting with the no-contract Blade V8 Pro, said the company in an announcement. The company is positioning the unlocked Blade V8 as a smartphone with high-end features at an affordable price. Features of the $230 smartphone include a fingerprint sensor, Dolby Audio, dual-lens 13-megapixel camera, dual SIM slot, Qualcomm Quick Charge 2.0 technology and expandable storage. The 5.5-inch phone will be available through B&H Photo, Newegg and Zteusa.com, with shipping slated for Jan. 18.