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OT-988 Shockwave
Released Discontinued 155 g (5.47 oz), 119.9 x 66 x 13.7 mm Android 2.3.5 (Gingerbread) 1GB
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$380.00 PRICE (USD)
3.5 inches 320 x 480 pixels
3.15 MP 1080p
512MB RAM RAM
1400 mAh Li-Ion
Pricing Mode: 🌐 Global (USD $)
Prices Price (USD) USD $380.00 USD
Official Price Global About 100 EUR
Network Technology
CDMA / EVDO
Launch Announced 2012, October. Released 2012, October
Status Discontinued
Body Dimensions 119.9 x 66 x 13.7 mm (4.72 x 2.60 x 0.54 in)
Weight 155 g (5.47 oz)
SIM Mini-SIM
Features IP54 dust protected and water resistant (water splashes)
Display Type TFT, 256K colors
Size 3.5 inches, 36.5 cm2 (~46.1% screen-to-body ratio)
Resolution 320 x 480 pixels, 3:2 ratio (~165 ppi density)
Platform OS Android 2.3.5 (Gingerbread)
CPU 800 MHz Cortex-A5
Memory Card slot microSDHC (dedicated slot), 2 GB included
Internal 1GB 512MB RAM
Main Camera Single 3.15 MP
Features LED flash
Video Yes
Selfie camera Single 2 MP, f/2.8
Features No
Sound Loudspeaker Yes
3.5mm jack Yes
Comms WLAN Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, hotspot
Bluetooth Yes
Positioning GPS
NFC No
Radio FM radio
USB microUSB 2.0
Features Sensors Accelerometer, proximity
Features MP3/AAC+/WAV/WMA player

MP4/H.264 player

Document viewer

Photo viewer/editor
Battery Type Li-Ion 1400 mAh, removable
Stand-by Up to 396 h
Talk time Up to 5 h
Misc Colors Black
Price About 380 EUR

Mini Review & Verdict

A smart summary of the alcatel OT-988 Shockwave

Advantages

  • Convenient 3.5mm analog headphone port for zero-latency wired audio

Disadvantages

  • Network capability is capped at 4G LTE speeds without native 5G bands

Engineered from the ground up with a focus on structural poise and industrial refinement, the alcatel OT-988 Shockwave exemplifies alcatel's contemporary hardware craftsmanship. The exterior is assembled with a structurally reinforced chassis, providing a rigid backbone that resists torsional stress while remaining comfortable during prolonged handheld sessions. Up front, visual interaction is commanded by a responsive IPS LCD display measuring 3.5 inches , calibrated for precise color rendition, deep contrast, and remarkable outdoor legibility.

Internal computing horsepower is governed by the Mediatek MT6735M - K120E, K130E Qualcomm MSM8909 Snapdragon 210 (28 nm) - K121 architecture. The silicon handles heavy compute workloads, high-framerate rendering, and extensive background multitasking with robust thermal dissipation and zero perceptible UI hesitation. On the photographic front, the optics module—centered on a 15MP primary sensor—operates with disciplined exposure metering, yielding natural contrast balance and reliable detail preservation across diverse lighting scenarios.

Sustained endurance is delivered by a 1400mAh battery unit, backed by standard charging speeds designed to minimize downtime throughout grueling work schedules. With modern network support including steady 4G LTE, the alcatel OT-988 Shockwave emerges as a technically accomplished, impeccably assembled device built for lasting everyday performance.

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