alcatel Idol S Overview
The Alcatel Idol S is a mid-range smartphone with a sleek design and decent specifications. Running on Android 4.2 (Jelly Bean), the device is powered by a Dual-core 1.2 GHz Cortex-A9 processor and Mediatek MT6577 chipset. It comes with 1GB of RAM and 4GB of internal storage, which can be expanded via a microSDHC card slot.
The 4.7-inch IPS LCD capacitive touchscreen display of the Idol S offers a resolution of 720 x 1280 pixels, providing crisp and clear visuals. The screen is protected by Asahi Dragontrail Glass with an oleophobic coating to prevent scratches and smudges.
The phone features an 8MP rear camera with autofocus, LED flash, panorama, and HDR capabilities, allowing users to capture high-quality photos and videos. There is also a 1.3MP front-facing camera for selfies and video calls.
Connectivity options on the Alcatel Idol S include 2G, 3G, and 4G networks, Bluetooth 4.0, GPS, and Wi-Fi. The device also has a stereo FM radio with RDS and a 3.5mm headphone jack.
The non-removable Li-Ion 2000 mAh battery provides a decent standby time of up to 700 hours on 2G and talk time of up to 6 hours on 2G.
Pros:
1. Sleek design and compact size
2. Decent camera quality
3. Expandable storage option
4. 4G connectivity
5. Good battery life
Cons:
1. Limited internal storage
2. Outdated operating system
3. Low-resolution front camera
4. Average processor performance
5. Lack of NFC support