| Prices | Price (USD) | USD $982.80 USD |
|---|---|---|
| Official Price | Global About 910 EUR | |
| Network | Technology |
GSM / HSPA
|
| Launch | Announced | 2012, February. Released 2012, August |
| Status | Discontinued | |
| Body | Dimensions | 106.1 x 37 x 13.8 mm (4.18 x 1.46 x 0.54 in) |
| Weight | 106 g (3.74 oz) | |
| SIM | Mini-SIM | |
| Display | Type | TFT |
| Size | 1.77 inches, 9.3 cm2 (~23.8% screen-to-body ratio) | |
| Resolution | 160 x 240 pixels, 3:2 ratio (~163 ppi density) | |
| Platform | Chipset | Mediatek MT6276 |
| Memory | Card slot | microSDHC (dedicated slot) |
| Internal | 1GB ROM, 512MB RAM | |
| Phonebook | Yes | |
| Call records | Yes | |
| Main Camera | Triple |
64 MP, f/1.8, 26mm (wide), 1/1.72", 0.8µm, PDAF 8 MP, f/2.4, 80mm (telephoto), PDAF, 3x optical zoom 12 MP, f/2.2, 113˚, 17mm (ultrawide), 1/2.55", 1.4µm, dual pixel PDAF |
| Features | No | |
| Video | 8K@30fps, 4K@30/60/120fps, 1080p@30/60/240fps, 720p@480fps; gyro-EIS, HDR | |
| Selfie camera | Single | Motorized flip-up main camera module |
| Features | Dual-LED flash, HDR, auto panorama (motorized rotation) | |
| Video | 8K@30fps, 4K@30/60/120fps, 1080p@30/60/240fps, 720p@480fps; gyro-EIS, HDR | |
| Sound | Loudspeaker | Yes |
| 3.5mm jack | No | |
| Features | 2.5 mm audio jack | |
| Comms | WLAN | Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g, Mi-Fi hotspot |
| Bluetooth | 2.1 | |
| Positioning | No | |
| Radio | FM radio | |
| USB | 2.0 | |
| Features | Features |
MP4/H.264 player MP3/WAV/eAAC+ player Organizer Document editor Photo editor E-book reader Voice memo/dial |
| Messaging | SMS(threaded view), MMS, Email, Push Email, IM | |
| Games | Yes | |
| Java | Yes, MIDP 2.0 | |
| Battery | Type | Removable Li-Ion 430 mAh battery |
| Charging |
30W wired, PD3.0, 60% in 34 min, 100% in 93 min Reverse wired |
|
| Stand-by | Up to 230 h | |
| Talk time | Up to 3 h | |
| Misc | Colors | Black, Blue, Green, White |
Mini Review & Verdict
A smart summary of the Plum Switch
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 Plum Switch 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 430mAh removable battery, it easily delivers multi-day or even week-long standby times between recharges. In summary, the Plum Switch is an unpretentious, rock-solid communication tool tailored for users seeking absolute reliability, simplicity, and unbeatable standby endurance.
User Opinions
0 ReviewsPrice History
Track price trends for Switch over the last 6 months
Be the first to review!