The Alcatel Roadsign was a popular feature phone released in 2009 by the telecommunications company, Alcatel. With its compact size, GSM technology, and a variety of features, the Roadsign quickly became a favorite among cellphone users.
Design and Release
The Alcatel Roadsign was first announced in August 2009 and was released in Q3 of the same year. Weighing only 83g and measuring 22mm in thickness, it was a sleek and lightweight device that was easy to carry around. It had a mini-SIM card slot and a hidden OLED display on the outside, adding to its modern design.
Display and Memory
The Roadsign boasted a 1.8 inch TFT screen with 65K colors, providing a decent viewing experience. Its main memory was 10MB, which could be expanded with a microSD card. It also had a phonebook that could store up to 800 entries and a call record for 10 dialed, received, and missed calls.
Camera and Other Features
For a feature phone, the Roadsign had quite impressive features, including a VGA camera that could capture photos and record videos. It also had Bluetooth 2.0 and a miniUSB 2.0 port for data transfer. The phone also had built-in MP3 and MP4 players, allowing users to listen to music and watch videos on the go.
Battery Life and Network Connectivity
The Alcatel Roadsign was powered by a removable Li-Ion 750mAh battery, providing up to 300 hours of standby time and 7 hours of talk time. As a GSM phone, it supported 2G bands and had GPRS technology. However, it lacked other connectivity options such as Wi-Fi and GPS.
Discontinued Model
Despite its popularity, the Alcatel Roadsign was discontinued after a few years. It was replaced by newer models with more advanced features. However, it remains a classic and cherished device among those who owned it.
The Legacy of the Alcatel Roadsign
The Roadsign may have been a basic feature phone, but it introduced key features that we still use today, such as a dedicated microSD card slot and Bluetooth technology. Its compact size and user-friendly design also set the bar for future phone models. And even though it has been discontinued, the Alcatel Roadsign will always be remembered as a beloved device in the world of feature phones.
