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Tinsik T70 | Dual SIM | Wireless FM Radio | Built-in Camera | Gold-Ring Navigation Key
A black keypad handset for traders and relatives upcountry who want two numbers in one pocket.
Condition: New
Note: price and availability are subject to change without prior notice
Mascom International stocks the Tinsik T70 at KSh 1,350, brand new and sealed, with dual SIM, wireless FM radio, a camera and a 12-month warranty. The black body carries a round navigation key ringed in gold, with side buttons along the edge. The Tinsik T70 is a straightforward keypad phone for calls, SMS, radio and quick photos, sold with a battery and charger in the box. Mascom International keeps it at our store in the Old Mutual Building, First Floor Room 4, Kimathi Street, Nairobi CBD, ready for walk-in buyers and for delivery.
Built for market traders, farmers and elderly relatives across Kenya, the Tinsik T70 keeps two lines active in one handset. A trader at Gikomba or Kongowea can hold a Safaricom line for M-Pesa customers and an Airtel line for cheaper calls to suppliers. Parents often buy the Tinsik T70 as a first phone for a young student, since it offers calls and texts without social media. For a grandmother in Kakamega or Nyeri, the round navigation key makes moving through menus easier than tiny arrow buttons, and the speaker radio keeps the evening news within reach after dark, even when the homestead has no television.
Unlike other electronics retailers in Kenya that sell keypad phones from open cartons, Mascom International sells the Tinsik T70 sealed, with a written warranty honoured at a physical service desk in Nairobi CBD. It sits KSh 250 below the Itel 2163 and costs the same as the Tinsik T50, so dual SIM comes at no extra cost within the batch. At Mascom International, we're seeing families buy two or three at once for relatives upcountry. Call or WhatsApp us to reserve a Tinsik T70, or collect one in person.
Common Questions About the Tinsik T70
How much does the Tinsik T70 cost in Kenya?
The Tinsik T70 costs KSh 1,350 brand new and sealed at Mascom International in Nairobi CBD. That figure covers the handset, battery and charger, together with a 12-month warranty against manufacturing defects. Delivery is pay-on-arrival in all 47 counties, so the phone is in your hand before you pay. Within the same range, the Tinsik T90, T80 and T40 cost KSh 1,300, putting the Tinsik T70 KSh 50 higher, level with the Tinsik T50.
Can the Tinsik T70 hold Safaricom and Airtel lines at the same time?
Yes, the Tinsik T70 is a dual SIM phone, so a Safaricom line and an Airtel Kenya or Telkom line can sit in one handset together. Many Kenyans keep Safaricom for M-Pesa and a second network for cheaper calls or data offers on another device. With both SIMs inside, you receive calls on either number without swapping cards. M-Pesa runs on the Safaricom line through the *334# menu, with no app or internet bundle required.
Is the Tinsik T70 easy for an elderly parent to use?
The Tinsik T70 is a sensible choice for an elderly parent because it has physical keys, a round gold-ringed navigation key and simple menus. There is no touchscreen to tap by mistake and no apps asking for updates. The side buttons sit where a thumb finds them, and the wireless FM radio plays through the speaker for news and church programmes. Save family numbers in the contacts before you post it upcountry, and the phone is ready to use straight away.
Tinsik T70 or Itel 2163: which is better value?
The Tinsik T70 costs KSh 1,350 and the Itel 2163 costs KSh 1,600 at Mascom International, a gap of KSh 250. The Tinsik T70 box advertises dual SIM, wireless FM and a camera, all for less money. The Itel 2163 comes from a brand with a long Kenyan track record and wider published specifications. Pick the Tinsik T70 if price and two SIM slots matter most. Pick the Itel 2163 if you prefer a familiar brand with documented battery details.
Is the Tinsik T70 a good first phone for a student?
The Tinsik T70 works well as a first phone for a young student because it covers calls and SMS without social media, games stores or a browser. Parents can reach a child after school or during a matatu ride home, and the child can text when classes end early. Dual SIM lets a parent add a second line for emergencies. Keep in mind that boarding schools in Kenya often restrict phones, so check the school's rules before packing one.
Does the Tinsik T70 have a radio I can use at the market?
Yes, the Tinsik T70 has wireless FM, so radio plays through the loudspeaker with no earphones plugged in. A trader can follow vernacular stations, news and football while serving customers at the stall. Older keypad phones need a headset connected because the wire acts as the aerial, which is awkward behind a counter. On a quiet bus or in a shared room, plug in earphones instead and keep the sound to yourself.
How long does the Tinsik T70 battery last?
Tinsik does not publish talk-time, standby or capacity figures for the Tinsik T70, so Mascom International does not quote any. The box shows a battery icon and the phone ships with its battery and a charger. As a keypad phone with no background apps, it uses far less power than a smartphone. Charge it fully when KPLC power is on, and it serves as a dependable calling phone through outages, though exact hours depend on use.
Who should buy the Tinsik T70 and who should skip it?
Buy the Tinsik T70 if you want two SIM lines, speaker radio and a camera in a cheap sealed keypad phone backed by a 12-month warranty. It suits traders, students, older relatives and anyone needing a spare handset. Skip it if you need Bluetooth listed on the box; the Tinsik T50 at the same price advertises it. Skip it too if you want WhatsApp or banking apps, where the Itel A90 at KSh 10,300 from Mascom International is a better fit.
Technical Specifications
Display
- Front screen above the keypad — shows caller names, menus, messages and the time at a glance.
- Sized for a compact keypad body — enough room for menus, texts, caller names and the radio station.
- Physical keypad underneath — every input is a key press, so the screen stays clean from fingerprints.
- Screen size not published by Tinsik — Mascom International quotes no figure rather than guess one.
- Readable menus with picture icons — first-time users find calls, messages, radio and camera without help.
Processor and Software
- Lightweight keypad operating system — boots fast and responds instantly to key presses.
- Chipset not disclosed by Tinsik — the handset is designed for calling, texting, radio and photos rather than apps.
- Round gold-ringed navigation key — moves up, down, left and right through menus with a single thumb.
- Dual SIM settings in the menu — choose which line handles outgoing calls and SMS.
- Nothing to update — no app store or background downloads, so performance stays the same over the years.
Memory and Storage
- Internal memory sized for keypad tasks — contacts, text messages and call history rather than apps.
- SIM contact storage — save numbers to either SIM so they follow the card to a new phone.
- Message folders — keep inbox and sent texts, including M-Pesa confirmation messages, for later reference.
- No storage or RAM figures published — Tinsik lists none, so Mascom International quotes none.
- Memory card slot unconfirmed — check with us on WhatsApp if you want to keep many photos.
Camera
- Built-in camera — the box lists a camera for quick photos of goods, receipts, documents or a parked vehicle.
- Resolution not printed on the box — expect simple keypad-phone image quality for reference shots.
- Camera reached from the main menu — open it with a few presses of the navigation key.
- Instant review on the screen — check a photo immediately and take another if needed.
- Basic snapshot tool — useful for records and proof of delivery, not for portraits or social media posts.
Battery and Charging
- Battery included — the box shows a battery icon and the cell ships with the handset.
- Charger in the box — top up at home, at the shop or anywhere with a working socket.
- Low power needs of a keypad phone — no large bright screen or background apps drawing charge.
- Capacity not published by Tinsik — no mAh number appears here rather than an unconfirmed one.
- Sensible backup during outages — charge it fully while mains power is on and keep it for calls.
Connectivity
- Dual SIM — run two numbers from different networks in one handset at the same time.
- Wireless FM radio — listen through the speaker without earphones acting as an aerial.
- GSM voice and SMS — standard calling and texting on the mobile networks.
- USSD services — mobile money, airtime top-ups and balance checks run on dial codes, no internet needed.
- Bluetooth not listed on the box — choose the Tinsik T50 if wireless file sharing matters to you.
Package Contents
The Tinsik T70 arrives brand new and sealed from Mascom International with the handset, the battery and a charger inside the box. Add your SIM cards and the phone is ready to make calls. The box displays the 12-month warranty mark alongside the feature icons for wireless FM, camera, dual SIM and battery. Our staff open and check every item with you at the counter or at the door on delivery, so nothing is missing when you pay.
Warranty
The Tinsik T70 ships with a 12-month warranty through Mascom International, covering manufacturing defects under normal use. Cover extends to the keypad, navigation key, screen, SIM slots, radio and charging. Bring the phone and receipt to our Nairobi CBD service desk in the Old Mutual Building on Kimathi Street for any claim.
Where to Buy the Tinsik T70 in Kenya
You can handle the Tinsik T70 at Mascom International, Old Mutual Building, First Floor Room 4, Kimathi Street, Nairobi CBD. The shop opens Monday through Saturday, 9:00 AM to 7:00 PM. Insert both SIMs at the counter and test calls on each line before you pay. This model comes in black with a gold-ringed navigation key.
To reserve a unit, order several for family members, or ask anything first, use one of these:
- Phone/WhatsApp: +254 708 852 521
- Email: info@mascomintl.com
- Website: www.mascomintl.com
Delivery is pay-on-arrival to all 47 counties. Customers in Nairobi and its environs receive their phone the same day, while Kisii, Embu, Meru, Bungoma, Kericho and other major towns get delivery within 1 business day. Mandera, Wajir, Marsabit, Lamu, Tana River, and Turkana receive delivery within 2-3 business days.
The Tinsik T70 carries the 12-month warranty described above. You get truthful specifications, correct pricing and a real service desk behind every phone, which matters most when the buyer is a parent or grandparent far from Nairobi.
Disclaimer: We can not guarantee that the information on this product is 100% correct
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