| Prices | Price (USD) | USD $324.00 USD |
|---|---|---|
| Official Price | Global About 300 EUR | |
| Network | Technology |
GSM / CDMA
|
| Launch | Announced | 2009, June. Released 2009, Q3 |
| Status | Discontinued | |
| Body | Dimensions | 115 x 54.2 x 16.6 mm (4.53 x 2.13 x 0.65 in) |
| Weight | 118 g (4.16 oz) | |
| SIM | Mini-SIM | |
| Display | Type | TFT, 256K colors |
| Size | 2.4 inches, 17.8 cm2 (~28.6% screen-to-body ratio) | |
| Resolution | 240 x 320 pixels, 4:3 ratio (~167 ppi density) | |
| Platform | OS | Android 2.3.3 (Gingerbread), upgradable to 3.2 (Honeycomb), Sense UI |
| Chipset | Qualcomm MSM8255T Snapdragon S2 | |
| CPU | 1.5 GHz Scorpion | |
| GPU | Adreno 205 | |
| Memory | Card slot | microSD (dedicated slot) |
| Internal | 2.5MB | |
| Phonebook | Yes | |
| Call records | 30 received, dialed and missed calls | |
| Main Camera | Single | 1.3 MP |
| Video | QCIF@15fps | |
| Selfie camera | Single | 1.3 MP |
| Features | No | |
| Sound | Loudspeaker | Yes |
| 3.5mm jack | No | |
| Comms | WLAN | No |
| Bluetooth | 1.2 | |
| Positioning | No | |
| Radio | No | |
| USB | miniUSB 1.1 | |
| Features | Features |
MP3/MP4 player Organizer Voice memo Predictive text input |
| Messaging | SMS, MMS | |
| Browser | WAP 2.0/xHTML | |
| Games | Yes | |
| Java | Yes, MIDP 2.0 | |
| Battery | Type | Removable Li-Ion 1350 mAh battery |
| Stand-by | Up to 100 h | |
| Talk time | Up to 4 h | |
| Misc | Colors | Black |
Mini Review & Verdict
A smart summary of the Philips C600
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 Philips C600 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 1350mAh removable battery, it easily delivers multi-day or even week-long standby times between recharges. In summary, the Philips C600 is an unpretentious, rock-solid communication tool tailored for users seeking absolute reliability, simplicity, and unbeatable standby endurance.
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