Display:128 x 128 pixels, 1:1 ratio (~125 ppi density)
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Released:Released 2010, July
The Alcatel OT-208: A Feature Phone with Limited Capabilities
The Alcatel OT-208 is a feature phone released by the French company Alcatel (now owned by Nokia) in July 2010. While it may not be as advanced and functional as today's smartphones, it still served important purposes during its time.
The Basics: Released, Dimensions, and Storage
The device was announced in February of that year and was subsequently released in July. It weighs only 65g and has a thickness of 15.3mm, making it lightweight and easy to carry around. It also does not have a card slot, meaning it has limited storage capacity and cannot expand its memory.
Network and Connectivity
The Alcatel OT-208 operates on 2G technology, specifically GSM 900/1800 and GSM 850/1900 bands. It does not have GPRS or EDGE capabilities, making internet connectivity and browsing unavailable. This also means that it does not support modern technologies such as 3G or 4G networks.
The Body and Display
The phone measures 108 x 46 x 15.3 mm (4.25 x 1.81 x 0.60 in) and features a mini-SIM card slot. It also has a flashlight, which can come in handy during emergencies. The Alcatel OT-208 has a small 1.45 inch CSTN display with 65K colors. However, the screen-to-body ratio is only 13.7%, and the resolution is 128x128 pixels, resulting in a low pixel density of only 125 ppi.
Memory and Camera
As mentioned earlier, the Alcatel OT-208 does not have a card slot, which means it cannot store a significant amount of data. Its phonebook can only hold up to 250 entries, and the call records can only contain up to 20 dialed, received, and missed calls each. The device also has no camera, so taking photos or videos is not possible.
Sound and Communications
The OT-208 includes a loudspeaker, but it does not have a 3.5mm jack, so music or any other audio must be played through the speaker. The phone lacks WLAN and Bluetooth capabilities, making file transfer and syncing with other devices impossible. It also does not have positioning technology like GPS or A-GPS and does not support internet connectivity, so streaming music and videos is not an option. However, it has an FM radio with RDS (Radio Data System) for music and news updates. The device also has a mini-USB port, but it is only used for charging.
Special Features
The Alcatel OT-208 comes with a "Fake Call" feature, allowing users to simulate an incoming call to get out of awkward situations. It also has pre-installed games, but without internet connectivity, players cannot access more games through downloads.
Battery Life and Other Features
The phone runs on a removable Li-Ion 500 mAh battery, which provides standby time of up to 333 hours and talk time of up to 4.5 hours. The Alcatel OT-208 comes in two main colors: Dark Grey and Deep Red.
In Conclusion
The Alcatel OT-208 is a basic feature phone with limited capabilities. While it may not be able to perform tasks that modern smartphones can, it still served its purpose during its release and is a testament to the evolution of mobile technology.
