Alcatel A3

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The Alcatel A3 is a mid-range smartphone released in 2017. It has a 5.0 inch IPS LCD display with a resolution of 720 x 1280 pixels and a 16:9 ratio. It runs on Android 6.0 Marshmallow and is powered by a Mediatek MT6737 chipset with a Quad-core 1.25 GHz Cortex-A53 CPU and Mali-T720MP2 GPU. It also has a 13 MP rear camera with LED flash, HDR, and panorama, and a 5 MP front camera. It has a Li-Ion 2460 mAh, non-removable battery and comes in White and Gray colors. It is a single SIM (Nano-SIM) or dual SIM (Nano-SIM, dual stand-by) smartphone.

Alcatel A3 Price

At the time of it's release in 2017, July, the manufacturer's retail price for a new Alcatel A3 was about 150 EUR.

The retail price of a new or used/second hand Alcatel A3 varies widely depending on factors including availability, condition of device, your town or location and market demand. Click here to compare the price of Alcatel A3 across different regions, markets and countries.

Frequently Asked Questions(FAQs)

How do I set up my Alcatel A3?

To set up your Alcatel A3, start by powering on the device and following the on-screen instructions. Once you have completed the setup process, you can begin using your device.

How do I reset my Alcatel A3?

To reset your Alcatel A3, press and hold the power button for 10 seconds. This will reset the device to its factory settings.

What is the battery life of the Alcatel A3?

The battery life of the Alcatel A3 is up to 1 day with normal use.

How to reset or factory restore a Alcatel A3 device?

Alcatel A3 is a popular Android smartphone that offers many useful features. However, there may be times when you want to reset or factory restore your device to its original state, such as after a software update or if your device is not functioning correctly. In this guide, we will discuss the most common and recommended ways to reset or factory restore an Alcatel A3 device. Method 1: Using the Settings Menu 1. Go to the home screen of your Alcatel A3 device. 2. Tap the "Settings" icon on the bottom right corner of the screen. 3. Tap the "Back Up & Reset" option. 4. Tap the "Factory Data Reset" option. 5. A warning message will appear on the screen, asking you to confirm your actions. Tap "Yes -- Delete all user data" to proceed. 6. Your device will start the resetting process, which may take several minutes. Once it's finished, your device will be reset to its original state. Method 2: Using the Recovery Menu 1. Turn off your Alcatel A3 device by pressing and holding the power button. 2. Press and hold the "Volume Up" button and the "Power" button at the same time until the recovery menu appears. 3. Scroll down until you see the "Factory Data Reset" option and tap it using the Volume Down button. 4. A warning message will appear on the screen, asking you to confirm your actions. Tap "Yes -- delete all user data" to proceed. 5. Your device will start the resetting process, which may take several minutes. Once it's finished, your device will be reset to its original state. Method 3: Using a Computer 1. Connect your Alcatel A3 device to the computer using a USB cable. 2. Make sure the computer has the latest version of the Android SDK installed. 3. Install the USB drivers for your device on the computer. 4. Open the Android SDK Manager on the computer and select "Project" > "Run" > "Option" to open the device's settings. 5. Scroll down until you see the "Install from SD card" option and tap it. 6. Select "Mount device as" and choose "SD card". 7. Select "Download" and choose the "Operating System" option. 8. Select the operating system you want to install on your device and click "Finish". 9. Disconnect the device from the computer and press and hold the power button until the recovery menu appears. 10. Tap "Volume Up" and then "Select System". 11. Scroll down until you see the "Install from SD card" option and tap it. 12. Select the operating system file you downloaded and tap "Yes -- delete all user data" to install it on your device. 13. The device will start the installing process, and once it's finished, it will be reset to its original state. It's important to note that these methods should be used as a last resort, as they may erase all data on your device, including important files, contacts, and settings. Before resetting your device, make sure to backup all data to a secure location.


Specifications

Network

TechnologyGSM / HSPA / LTE
2G bandsGSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900 - SIM 1 & SIM 2
3G bandsHSDPA 850 / 900 / 1900 / 2100
4G bands1, 3, 7, 8, 20
SpeedHSPA 42.2/11.5 Mbps, LTE Cat4 150/50 Mbps

Launch

Announced2017, February
StatusAvailable. Released 2017, July

Body

Dimensions142 x 70.5 x 8.6 mm (5.59 x 2.78 x 0.34 in)
Weight-
SIMSingle SIM (Nano-SIM) or Dual SIM (Nano-SIM, dual stand-by)

Display

TypeIPS LCD
Size5.0 inches, 68.9 cm2 (~68.8% screen-to-body ratio)
Resolution720 x 1280 pixels, 16:9 ratio (~294 ppi density)

Platform

OSAndroid 6.0 (Marshmallow)
ChipsetMediatek MT6737 (28 nm)
CPUQuad-core 1.25 GHz Cortex-A53
GPUMali-T720MP2

Memory

Card slotmicroSDHC
Internal16GB 1.5GB RAM
eMMC 5.0

Main Camera

Single13 MP, f/2.0, AF
FeaturesLED flash, HDR, panorama
Video1080p@30fps

Selfie camera

Single5 MP
FeaturesLED flash
Video

Sound

LoudspeakerYes
3.5mm jackYes

Comms

WLANWi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, Wi-Fi Direct
Bluetooth4.2, A2DP, LE
PositioningGPS
NFCNo
RadioFM radio, RDS
USBmicroUSB 2.0

Features

SensorsFingerprint (rear-mounted), accelerometer, proximity, compass

Battery

TypeLi-Ion 2460 mAh, non-removable

Misc

ColorsWhite, Gray
Models5046Y, 5046U, 5046D, 5046I
PriceAbout 150 EUR

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