Alcatel Idol Mini

Home/ Alcatel/ Phones/ Idol Mini

Table of Contents

Summary

Alcatel Idol Mini Price

At the time of it's release in 2013, December, the manufacturer's retail price for a new Alcatel Idol Mini was about 130 EUR.

The retail price of a new or used/second hand Alcatel Idol Mini 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 Idol Mini across different regions, markets and countries.

Frequently Asked Questions(FAQs)

What is the battery life of the Alcatel Idol Mini?

The Alcatel Idol Mini has a battery life of up to 10 hours of talk time and up to 400 hours of standby time.

What type of SIM card does the Alcatel Idol Mini use?

The Alcatel Idol Mini uses a micro SIM card.

How to reset or factory restore a Alcatel Idol Mini device?

The Alcatel Idol Mini is a smartphone that can be reset or factory restored to restore its original settings and condition if it is not working properly. There are several ways to reset or factory restore an Alcatel Idol Mini device, and we will provide the most common and recommended methods below. Method 1: Using the factory reset option in the settings app 1. Open the settings app on your Alcatel Idol Mini device. 2. Scroll down and tap on "Backup and reset." 3. Tap on "Factory data reset." 4. Read the warning message carefully and tap "Yes - Reset all user data." 5. Wait for the reset process to complete. This may take several minutes. 6. Once the reset process is complete, your Alcatel Idol Mini device will restart and will be returned to its original settings. Method 2: Using a computer and recovery software 1. Connect your Alcatel Idol Mini device to your computer using a USB cable. 2. Download and install a recovery software on your computer that is compatible with your Alcatel Idol Mini device. 3. Reboot your Alcatel Idol Mini device and press and hold the volume-down button and the power button simultaneously until you see the recovery menu. 4. Select the recovery software you installed and follow the instructions to complete the factory reset. 5. Once the reset process is complete, your Alcatel Idol Mini device will restart and will be returned to its original settings. Method 3: Using the Volume and Power buttons 1. Turn off your Alcatel Idol Mini device. 2. Press and hold the volume-down button and the power button simultaneously until you see the recovery menu. 3. Select "Wipe Data/Factory Reset" and confirm your selection. 4. Wait for the reset process to complete. This may take several minutes. 5. Once the reset process is complete, your Alcatel Idol Mini device will restart and will be returned to its original settings. Note: Before resetting your Alcatel Idol Mini device, it is recommended to backup your data to an external device or cloud storage, if possible, as all data on the device will be deleted during the reset process. Additionally, it is important to only reset or factory restore your Alcatel Idol Mini device if it is not functioning properly, as it can cause data loss or damage to the device.

What is the display size of the Alcatel Idol Mini?

The Alcatel Idol Mini has a display size of 3.5 inches.

Specifications

Network

Technology: GSM / HSPA
2G bands: GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900 - all versions
3G bands: HSDPA 850 / 1900 / 2100 - 6012A/6012E
: HSDPA 850 / 1700 / 1900 / 2100 - 6012W
Speed: HSPA 21.1/5.76 Mbps

Launch

Announced: 2013, August. Released 2013, December
Status: Discontinued

Body

Dimensions: 127.1 x 62 x 7.9 mm (5.00 x 2.44 x 0.31 in)
Weight: 96 g (3.39 oz)
SIM: Dual SIM (Micro-SIM, dual stand-by)

Display

Type: IPS LCD
Size: 4.3 inches, 51.0 cm2 (~64.7% screen-to-body ratio)
Resolution: 480 x 854 pixels, 16:9 ratio (~228 ppi density)
Protection: Oleophobic coating

Platform

OS: Android 4.2 (Jelly Bean)
Chipset: Mediatek MT6572 (28 nm)
CPU: Dual-core 1.3 GHz Cortex-A7
GPU: Mali-400

Memory

Card slot: microSDHC (dedicated slot)
Internal: 4GB 512MB RAM (SS), 8GB 512MB RAM (DS)

Main Camera

Single: 5 MP, AF
Features: LED flash, panorama
Video: 720p@30fps

Selfie camera

Single: Yes
Video:

Sound

Loudspeaker: Yes
3.5mm jack: Yes

Comms

WLAN: Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, Wi-Fi Direct, hotspot
Bluetooth: 4.0, A2DP
Positioning: GPS
NFC: No
Radio: Stereo FM radio, RDS
USB: microUSB 2.0

Features

Sensors: Accelerometer, proximity, compass

Battery

Type: Li-Ion 1700 mAh, non-removable
Stand-by: Up to 540 h (2G) / Up to 450 h (3G)
Talk time: Up to 20 h (2G) / Up to 9 h (3G)

Misc

Colors: Cranberry Pink, Silver, Slate
Models: 6012D, 6012E, 6012X, 6012A, 6012W
SAR EU: 0.94 W/kg (head) 1.29 W/kg (body)
Price: About 130 EUR