Display:480 x 854 pixels, 16:9 ratio (~196 ppi density)
Camera:5 MP
Battery:
Released:Released 2013, November
The GSmart Alto A2: A Blast from the Past
Do you remember the year 2013? Obama was in his second term as President, the Harlem Shake was taking over the internet, and Gigabyte released their budget smartphone, the GSmart Alto A2. It's been almost a decade since its release, but let's take a trip down memory lane and see what this device had to offer.
Release Date and Design
The GSmart Alto A2 was announced in October 2013 and was released in November of the same year. Its design may not have been groundbreaking, but it had a clean and simple look, with a two-tone back cover available in black or white.
Display and Platform
The 5.0 inch TFT display with a resolution of 480 x 854 pixels may seem low by today's standards, but it was quite decent for a budget phone in 2013. The device ran on Android 4.2 (Jelly Bean) and had a Mediatek MT6572 chipset and a Dual-core 1.3 GHz Cortex-A7 processor, which provided smooth performance for day-to-day tasks.
Storage and Memory
The GSmart Alto A2 had 4GB of internal storage and 1GB of RAM, which could be expanded with a microSDHC card. Although it may not seem like much now, it was considered sufficient for a budget phone at the time.
Camera and Sound
The device featured a 5 MP main camera with LED flash, capable of recording videos, and a VGA selfie camera. Not the best quality, but again, it was acceptable for a budget phone. The GSmart Alto A2 also had a loudspeaker and a 3.5mm headphone jack, so users could enjoy music and videos without any external accessories.
Connectivity and Battery
In terms of connectivity, the device supported Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, GPS, and FM radio. However, NFC was not included. It had a removable Li-Ion 2000 mAh battery, which could last up to 150 hours on standby mode and 3 hours and 30 minutes of talk time.
Discontinued But Not Forgotten
The GSmart Alto A2 may have been discontinued, but it surely left a mark as one of the budget smartphones that delivered decent performance at an affordable price. With its Dual SIM capability, it provided convenience for users who needed to use two phone numbers at once.
Although it may not be considered a significant player in the smartphone market now, the GSmart Alto A2 remains a beloved device for those who used it in the past. It was a budget phone that served its purpose and is now a nostalgic reminder of simpler times. Do you own a GSmart Alto A2 or have fond memories of using one? Let us know in the comments below.
