| Prices | Price (USD) | USD $388.80 USD |
|---|---|---|
| Official Price | Global About 360 EUR | |
| Network | Technology |
CDMA / CDMA2000
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| Launch | Announced | 2011, September. Released 2011, September |
| Status | Discontinued | |
| Body | Dimensions | 113.5 x 60 x 14.5 mm (4.47 x 2.36 x 0.57 in) |
| Weight | 105 g (3.70 oz) | |
| SIM | Mini-SIM | |
| Keyboard | QWERTY | |
| Display | Type | TFT, 256K colors |
| Size | 2.2 inches, 15.0 cm2 (~22.0% screen-to-body ratio) | |
| Resolution | 320 x 240 pixels, 4:3 ratio (~182 ppi density) | |
| Platform | Chipset | Qualcomm QSC6055 |
| Memory | Card slot | microSD (dedicated slot) |
| Internal | 128MB | |
| Phonebook | 600 entries, Photocall | |
| Call records | Yes | |
| Main Camera | Single | 1.3 MP |
| Features | LED flash | |
| Video | Yes | |
| Selfie camera | Single | 8 MP |
| Features | No | |
| Video | 1080p@30fps | |
| Sound | Loudspeaker | Yes |
| 3.5mm jack | No | |
| Features | 2.5 mm audio jack | |
| Comms | WLAN | No |
| Bluetooth | 2.0, A2DP, EDR | |
| Positioning | GPS, A-GPS | |
| Radio | No | |
| USB | microUSB 2.0 | |
| Features | Sensors | Compass |
| Features |
MP3/WAV/AAC+ player MP4/H.263 player Organizer Voice memo Predictive text input |
|
| Messaging | SMS, MMS, Email | |
| Games | Yes | |
| Java | No | |
| Battery | Type | Removable Li-Ion 870 mAh battery |
| Charging | 45W wired, 100% in 45 min | |
| Talk time | Up to 4 h 40 min | |
| Misc | Colors | Black |
Mini Review & Verdict
A smart summary of the Kyocera Brio
Advantages
- Outstanding multi-day or week-long standby battery longevity between charges
- Tactile physical alphanumeric keypad providing positive-click dialing and messaging
- Tough, drop-resilient casing engineered to withstand everyday accidental drops
- Streamlined, distraction-free mobile experience dedicated strictly to core calling and SMS
Disadvantages
- Restricted to fundamental calling and text functions without modern app store ecosystems
- Compact non-touch display with modest resolution and limited viewing angles
- Rudimentary camera sensor designed only for basic snapshot documentation
Built with a steadfast commitment to straightforward utility and rugged durability, the Kyocera Brio stands as a dependable voice and text communicator. Featuring an ergonomic handheld footprint and a tactile physical alphanumeric keypad, the phone ensures swift, error-free dialing and messaging with positive physical key travel.
Operating without the bloated overhead of complex modern operating systems, the device delivers instant, lag-free responsiveness. Speaker acoustics are loud and punchy, ensuring clear voice call intelligibility even in bustling outdoor environments. A rudimentary camera sensor is included for quick, practical snapshots when documenting basic references.
Where this phone truly triumphs is power endurance: sustained by a 870mAh removable battery, it easily delivers multi-day or even week-long standby times between recharges. In summary, the Kyocera Brio is an unpretentious, rock-solid communication tool tailored for users seeking absolute reliability, simplicity, and unbeatable standby endurance.
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