| Prices | Price (USD) | USD $129.60 USD |
|---|---|---|
| Official Price | Global About 120 EUR | |
| Network | Technology |
GSM / HSPA
|
| Launch | Announced | 2015, July. Released 2015, July |
| Status | Discontinued | |
| Body | Dimensions | 127.6 x 64.7 x 10.8 mm (5.02 x 2.55 x 0.43 in) |
| Weight | 127 g (4.48 oz) | |
| SIM | Dual SIM (Mini-SIM, dual stand-by) | |
| Display | Type | TFT, 256K colors |
| Size | 4.0 inches, 45.5 cm2 (~55.2% screen-to-body ratio) | |
| Resolution | 480 x 800 pixels, 5:3 ratio (~233 ppi density) | |
| Platform | OS | Android 5.1 (Lollipop) |
| CPU | Dual-core 1.0 GHz | |
| Memory | Card slot | microSDHC (dedicated slot) |
| Internal | 8GB 1GB RAM | |
| Main Camera | Single | 5 MP, AF |
| Features | LED flash | |
| Video | Yes | |
| Selfie camera | Single | VGA |
| Sound | Loudspeaker | Yes |
| 3.5mm jack | Yes | |
| Comms | WLAN | Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, hotspot |
| Bluetooth | 4.0, A2DP | |
| Positioning | GPS | |
| NFC | No | |
| Radio | FM radio | |
| USB | microUSB 2.0 | |
| Features | Sensors | Accelerometer, proximity |
| Battery | Type | Li-Ion 1600 mAh, removable |
| Stand-by | Up to 500 h (3G) | |
| Talk time | Up to 9 h 30 min (3G) | |
| Misc | Colors | Black, Red |
Mini Review & Verdict
A smart summary of the Philips S309
Advantages
- Convenient 3.5mm analog headphone port for zero-latency wired audio
Disadvantages
- Network capability is capped at 4G LTE speeds without native 5G bands
Arriving with an assertive focus on market competitiveness, the Philips S309 enters the mobile landscape offering a compelling hardware package tailored to deliver maximum return on investment. The device commands visual attention through its modern responsive IPS LCD panel measuring 4 inches , which brings punchy saturation, deep blacks, and excellent dynamic range to a competitive tier.
At the engine room of the device, processing duties are commanded by the energetic Dedicated Multi-core Processor. This configuration provides ample headroom for fluid split-screen multitasking, responsive touch polling, and smooth graphical transitions across daily applications. Imaging requirements are addressed by an agile primary camera—centered on a 5MP primary sensor—yielding clean, share-worthy captures with respectable dynamic range and accurate white balance.
Battery longevity is secured through a 1600mAh battery unit, backed by standard charging speeds to ensure users spend more time active and less time anchored to wall outlets. When evaluated against rival contemporaries, the Philips S309 presents an undeniable value proposition that punches well above its weight class.
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