| Prices | Price (USD) | USD $95.75 USD |
|---|---|---|
| Network | Technology |
GSM
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| Launch | Announced | 2003, Q1 |
| Status | Discontinued | |
| Body | Dimensions | 107 x 46 x 22 mm, 80 cc (4.21 x 1.81 x 0.87 in) |
| Weight | 80 g (2.82 oz) | |
| SIM | Mini-SIM | |
| Display | Type | Grayscale graphic |
| Resolution | 96 x 64 pixels, 5 lines, 3:2 ratio | |
| Features | 4 shades of grey Downloadable wallpapers and screensavers | |
| Platform | OS | Android v12 |
| Chipset | Unisoc T606 | |
| CPU | Octa core (1.6 GHz, Dual core, Cortex A75 + 1.6 GHz, Hexa Core, Cortex A55) | |
| GPU | Mali-G57 | |
| Memory | Card slot | No |
| Phonebook | 100 | |
| Call records | 10 dialed, 10 received, 10 missed calls | |
| Main Camera | Triple | 1.3 MP |
| Features | No | |
| Video | 1920x1080 | |
| Selfie camera | Single | 50 MP f/1.6, Primary Camera, 0.08 MP, Auxiliary lens |
| Features | No | |
| Sound | Loudspeaker | No |
| 3.5mm jack | No | |
| Alert types | Vibration; Downloadable polyphonic ringtones | |
| Comms | WLAN | No |
| Bluetooth | No | |
| Positioning | No | |
| Radio | No | |
| Features | Features | Predictive text input Calculator Currency converter Changeable housings |
| Messaging | SMS, EMS 5.0 | |
| Browser | WAP 1.2.1 | |
| Clock | Yes | |
| Alarm | No | |
| Games | 3 | |
| Java | No | |
| Battery | Type | Removable Li-Ion 600 mAh battery |
| Charging | 10W wired | |
| Stand-by | 100 h - 250 h | |
| Talk time | 3 h - 5 h | |
| Misc | Colors | Starry Black, Mystery White |
| Models | 4GB+128GB, 8GB+128GB, 8GB+256GB |
Mini Review & Verdict
A smart summary of the Motorola C230
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
- No integrated camera hardware for photo or video capture
Built with a steadfast commitment to straightforward utility and rugged durability, the Motorola C230 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. The distraction-free design dispenses with unnecessary camera hardware, focusing purely on call clarity and battery longevity.
Where this phone truly triumphs is power endurance: sustained by a 600mAh removable battery, it easily delivers multi-day or even week-long standby times between recharges. In summary, the Motorola C230 is an unpretentious, rock-solid communication tool tailored for users seeking absolute reliability, simplicity, and unbeatable standby endurance.
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