Online retailer Jumia has launched the Infinix Hot 2 smartphone, using Google's Android One operating system, targeting specific markets including Egypt, Ghana, Ivory Coast, Kenya, Morocco and Nigeria.

A media release issued by the Africa Internet Group confirms the launch by Jumia, in conjunction with the Infinix and MTN, under the #TheHottestOne banner.

The company says Android One phones offer a high-quality experience, running the latest and fastest version of Android (Lollipop) — with up to 2x better performance and a battery extension feature giving users up to 90 minutes of extra use.

"Android One smartphones run on Android Lollipop, but unlike other phones, automatically get updated to the latest version of Android soon after it is released so that they get even better over time," states the release.

Jumia describes Android One devices as high quality smartphones that have been certified by Google - specifically, tested to ensure they're fast and responsive.

The company emphasises the device's touch screen feature, which is said to be able to detect up to 100 touches every second.

Jumia's latest smartphone release is said to feature 2 gig RAM, 16 gigabyte internal memory, 2MP front and 8MP rear camera and dual SIM capabilities.

Fatoumata Ba, managing director Jumia Nigeria, said, 'Google's Android One is testament to Google's customer centric efforts. Android One smartphones are poised to be customer favourite and I foresee a great demand for them. Jumia is thrilled to be in the forefront of this revolution.'

Caesar Sengupta, VP, product management at Google said, "Google is pleased to collaborate with Jumia on Android One — a program designed to help bring high-quality, affordable Android devices to everyone. Together we will work to empower the next billion people."