| Prices | Price (USD) | USD $290.00 USD |
|---|---|---|
| Official Price | Global About 600 EUR | |
| Network | Technology |
GSM / HSPA
|
| Launch | Announced | 2010, April |
| Status | Cancelled | |
| Body | Dimensions | 82.6 x 63.5 x 19.1 mm (3.25 x 2.5 x 0.75 in) |
| Weight | 110.6 (3.88 oz) | |
| SIM | Mini-SIM | |
| Keyboard | QWERTY | |
| Display | Type | TFT |
| Size | 2.6 inches, 20.9 cm2 (~39.9% screen-to-body ratio) | |
| Resolution | 320 x 240 pixels, 4:3 ratio (~154 ppi density) | |
| Platform | Chipset | Nvidia Tegra |
| CPU | 600MHz ARM 11 | |
| Memory | Card slot | No |
| Internal | 4GB 256MB RAM | |
| Phonebook | Practically unlimited entries and fields, Photocal | |
| Call records | Practically unlimited | |
| Main Camera | Single | 5 MP, AF |
| Features | Dual-LED flash | |
| Video | 480p@30fps | |
| Selfie camera | Single | 50 MP, f/2.0, (ultrawide), 1/2.5", Dual Pixel PDAF |
| Features | No | |
| Video | 4K, 1080p, gyro-EIS, HDR Vivid | |
| Sound | Loudspeaker | Yes |
| 3.5mm jack | Yes | |
| Comms | WLAN | Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g |
| Bluetooth | 2.1, A2DP | |
| Positioning | GPS, A-GPS | |
| Radio | Stereo FM radio, RDS | |
| USB | microUSB 2.0 | |
| Features | Sensors | Accelerometer, proximity |
| Features |
MP3/WAV/WMA/eAAC+ player MP4/WMV/H.264 player Facebook and Twitter integration YouTube client MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, OneNote, PDF viewer) Voice memo Predictive text input |
|
| Messaging | SMS(threaded view), MMS, Email, Push Email | |
| Browser | WAP 2.0/xHTML, HTML | |
| Games | Yes + downloadable | |
| Java | Yes, MIDP 2.1 | |
| Battery | Type | Removable Li-Ion 1240 mAh battery |
| Charging |
100W wired, SCP, UFCS, PD, PPS, QC 50W wireless 7.5W reverse wireless 5W reverse wired |
|
| Stand-by | Up to 200 h | |
| Misc | Colors | Black |
| Price | About 290 EUR |
Mini Review & Verdict
A smart summary of the Microsoft Kin One
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 Microsoft Kin One 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 1240mAh removable battery, it easily delivers multi-day or even week-long standby times between recharges. In summary, the Microsoft Kin One is an unpretentious, rock-solid communication tool tailored for users seeking absolute reliability, simplicity, and unbeatable standby endurance.
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