Alcatel is a firm that for years has been focusing on the most accessible range of the mobile device market and the most recent released alternatives allow us to find features that have almost disappeared in the industry. In return, users can save large sums of money and have an updated device for less than $ 100, such is the case of Alcatel 1V .

Alcatel 1V is an entry-level phone that is basically summarized in a terminal with a 5.5-inch 18: 9 Full View screen that offers an expanded view in a compact device, while inside the combination of an eight processor Cores and Android Pie (Go Edition) allows you to enjoy the latest features at the software level with compatibility with the latest Apps.

Alcatel 1V Features: Alcatel 1V, super cheap phone with Android Go Edition

Simplified design to the maximum

Considering the type of proposal that is in front, you cannot expect great details regarding the design of Alcatel 1V. Thus, once again , a structure built in plastic has been chosen, but which also promises an elegant profile with a metallic paint finish (two colors, “Anthracite Black” and “Metallic Blue”) that is appreciated at first glance.

With official dimensions of 149.1 x 72.2 x 8.9 mm and a weight of 130 grams there will not be too many problems to handle this Smartphone with total comfort, although it is clear that details such as reduced bezels around the screen have not been taken into account for this occasion.

On the other hand, with regard to its screen, it is necessary to mention the search for a balance between a wide vision and a size that is possible to carry with you in your pocket, for which a Full View type panel has been added in relation to 18: 9 aspect ratio and 5.5-inch size at a native resolution of 960 x 480 pixels .

Performance optimized for the low-end: Alcatel 1V, super cheap phone with Android Go Edition

Alcatel 1V is available in only two colors

One of Google’s intentions a few years ago was to create an adapted platform that allows the most limited mobiles at the hardware level to enjoy a good fluidity of performance. For this, an alternative version of Android called Go Edition was created that offers double the storage for photos, music and much more, as well as a fast and fluid experience with improved applications that take up less space, all based on version 9.0 Oreo.

Internally, the phone has a Spreadtrum Unisoc SC9863A processor composed of eight cores (4 x ARM Cortex A55 at 1.6 GHz + 4x ARM Cortex A55 at 1.2 GHz) . This is complemented by a 1 GB RAM memory and a 16 GB storage space that can be expanded without problems through a microSD card of up to 128 GB .

Likewise, the integrated battery has a capacity of 2460 mAh and promises autonomy of approximately 9.5 hours in continuous calls with 2G networks activated , as well as more than 400 hours in stand-by. Of course, a fast charging system is not included, so you have to wait more than three hours for the mobile to return to 100%.

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Alcatel 1V has 5 megapixel cameras

You can not stop reporting the benefits of its camera configuration, this time with a single 5 megapixel rear sensor with f / 2.4 aperture and the presence of LED flash, as well as a scene detection system with AI that identifies 12 photo scenarios. different and automatically optimizes the settings. Ahead, the selfie sensor promises clarity in any situation thanks to its 5 megapixels with f / 2.2 aperture and accompanied by another LED flash .

In connectivity there is nothing to be surprised of superior mobiles, since there is access to Wi-Fi networks 802.11b / g / n, Bluetooth 4.2, GPS and Wi-Fi Direct technology, while its Dual SIM slot has no problems to synchronize with the Most frequencies used in the world in 2G, 3G and 4G LTE networks. There is also no lack of sensors such as accelerometer, ambient light and proximity.

In conclusion, Alcatel 1V really gives the minimum and necessary for those who only need to perform the most basic actions on a Smartphone. If this is not enough, the next step in the catalog consists of Alcatel 3X with HD + screen, 3 GB of RAM, 32 GB of internal storage and double 120º wide-angle rear camera .

Alcatel 1V availability and price

To buy the Alcatel 1V it is feasible to get it through PCcomponents in the two colors already mentioned , as well as from Amazon with international shipments available and from eBay with several publications currently at a competitive price.