The Alcatel Idol S is a mid-range Android smartphone with a 4.7-inch IPS LCD display. It has a dual-core processor, 1GB of RAM, 8GB of internal storage, and a 8MP rear camera. It runs on Android 4.2 Jelly Bean and is powered by a 2000mAh battery.
Alcatel Idol S Price
At the time of it's release in 2013, December, the manufacturer's retail price for a new Alcatel Idol S was about 160 EUR. Click here to discover the current price of Alcatel Idol S in 🇺🇸 US.
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Frequently Asked Questions(FAQs)
What is the battery life of the Alcatel Idol S?
The Alcatel Idol S has a battery life of up to 12 hours.
How to reset or factory restore a Alcatel Idol S device?
To reset or factory restore an Alcatel Idol S device, there are two main methods you can use. The first method involves using the hardware keys (home button, power button, and volume down button) on your device, while the second method involves using the Alcatel Idol S's settings menu. Here are the steps for both methods: Method 1: Using hardware keys to reset an Alcatel Idol S 1. Turn off your Alcatel Idol S device. 2. Press and hold the home button, power button, and volume down button simultaneously for 8 seconds until the phone enters the bootloader mode. 3. Connect your device to your computer using a USB cable. 4. Open the vendor-specific recovery program on your computer. 5. From the recovery program, select "Invalidate system settings" or " Factory data reset." 6. Follow the prompts to reset your device to itsfactory settings. 7. Disconnect your device from your computer and allow it to reboot. Method 2: Using settings to reset an Alcatel Idol S 1. Go to your device's settings menu. 2. Scroll down and select "Backup and reset." 3. Select "Factory data reset." 4. Follow the prompts to reset your device to its factory settings. 5. Disconnect your device from your computer and allow it to reboot. Note that both methods will erase all data on your device, including contacts, apps, and settings. It is recommended to use a backup method before resetting your device to avoid losing important data.
What is the display size of the Alcatel Idol S?
The Alcatel Idol S has a 4.7 inch display.
What type of processor does the Alcatel Idol S have?
The Alcatel Idol S has a 1.2GHz dual-core processor.
Specifications
Network
| Technology | GSM / HSPA / LTE |
|---|---|
| 2G bands | GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900 |
| 3G bands | HSDPA 850 / 900 / 2100 |
| 4G bands | 1, 3, 7, 8, 20 - 6034R |
| 1, 7, 8 - 6034M | |
| Speed | HSPA 42.2/5.76 Mbps, LTE Cat3 100/50 Mbps |
Launch
| Announced | 2013, August. Released 2013, December |
|---|---|
| Status | Discontinued |
Body
| Dimensions | 133.5 x 66.8 x 7.4 mm (5.26 x 2.63 x 0.29 in) |
|---|---|
| Weight | 110 g (3.88 oz) |
| SIM | Micro-SIM |
Display
| Type | IPS LCD |
|---|---|
| Size | 4.7 inches, 60.9 cm2 (~68.3% screen-to-body ratio) |
| Resolution | 720 x 1280 pixels, 16:9 ratio (~312 ppi density) |
| Protection | Asahi Dragontrail Glass, oleophobic coating |
Platform
| OS | Android 4.2 (Jelly Bean) |
|---|---|
| Chipset | Mediatek MT6577 (40 nm) |
| CPU | Dual-core 1.2 GHz Cortex-A9 |
| GPU | PowerVR SGX531u |
Memory
| Card slot | microSDHC (dedicated slot) |
|---|---|
| Internal | 4GB 1GB RAM |
Main Camera
| Single | 8 MP, AF |
|---|---|
| Features | LED flash, panorama, HDR |
| Video | 1080p@30fps |
Selfie camera
| Single | 1.3 MP |
|---|---|
| Video |
Sound
| Loudspeaker | Yes |
|---|---|
| 3.5mm jack | Yes |
Comms
| WLAN | Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct, DLNA, 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 2000 mAh, non-removable |
|---|---|
| Stand-by | Up to 700 h (2G) / Up to 400 h (3G) |
| Talk time | Up to 6 h (2G) / Up to 8 h 30 min (3G) |
Misc
| Colors | Slate, Fresh Rose, Cherry Red |
|---|---|
| Models | 6034R, 6034Y, 6034M |
| SAR EU | 0.48 W/kg (head) 1.00 W/kg (body) |
| Price | About 160 EUR |
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