| Prices | Price (USD) | USD $30.00 USD |
|---|---|---|
| Network | Technology |
GSM
|
| Launch | Announced | 2008, April. Released 2008, May |
| Status | Discontinued | |
| Body | Dimensions | 104.5 x 45 x 12.8 mm (4.11 x 1.77 x 0.50 in) |
| Weight | 59.7 g (2.08 oz) | |
| SIM | Mini-SIM | |
| Display | Type | CSTN, 65K colors |
| Size | 1.47 inches, 7.0 cm2 (~14.8% screen-to-body ratio) | |
| Resolution | 128 x 128 pixels, 1:1 ratio (~123 ppi density) | |
| Features | 4-way navigation key | |
| Memory | Card slot | No |
| Phonebook | Yes | |
| Call records | 30 received, dialed and missed calls | |
| Main Camera | Triple | 2 MP |
| Features | No | |
| Video | Yes | |
| Selfie camera | Features | No |
| Sound | Loudspeaker | Yes |
| 3.5mm jack | No | |
| Alert types | Vibration; Polyphonic(16) ringtones | |
| Comms | WLAN | No |
| Bluetooth | No | |
| Positioning | No | |
| Radio | No | |
| USB | No | |
| Features | Features |
multi-person SMS Organizer |
| Messaging | SMS | |
| Browser | No | |
| Games | No | |
| Java | No | |
| Battery | Type | Removable Li-Ion 650 mAh battery |
| Stand-by | Up to 240 h | |
| Talk time | Up to 3 h | |
| Misc | Colors | Black |
| SAR | 1.42 W/kg (head) | |
| SAR EU | 0.93 W/kg (head) | |
| Price | About 30 EUR |
Mini Review & Verdict
A smart summary of the Philips 192
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 Philips 192 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 650mAh removable battery, it easily delivers multi-day or even week-long standby times between recharges. In summary, the Philips 192 is an unpretentious, rock-solid communication tool tailored for users seeking absolute reliability, simplicity, and unbeatable standby endurance.
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