| Prices | Price (USD) | USD $20.00 USD |
|---|---|---|
| Official Price | Global About 100 EUR | |
| Network | Technology |
GSM
|
| Launch | Announced | 2011, August. Released 2011, August |
| Status | Discontinued | |
| Body | Dimensions | 110.6 x 45.4 x 13.9 mm (4.35 x 1.79 x 0.55 in) |
| Weight | 73 g (2.57 oz) | |
| SIM | Mini-SIM | |
| Display | Type | TFT, 65K colors |
| Size | 1.8 inches, 10.2 cm2 (~20.3% screen-to-body ratio) | |
| Resolution | 128 x 160 pixels (~114 ppi density) | |
| Platform | OS | Android 13 (Go edition), XOS 13 |
| Chipset | Mediatek Helio G36 (12 nm) | |
| CPU | Octa-core (4x2.2 GHz Cortex-A53 & 4x1.6 GHz Cortex-A53) | |
| GPU | PowerVR GE8320 | |
| Memory | Card slot | No |
| Phonebook | 1000 entries | |
| Call records | Yes | |
| Main Camera | Triple |
50 MP, f/1.9, (wide), AF Auxiliary lens |
| Features | No | |
| Video | 1080p@30fps | |
| Selfie camera | Single | 8 MP, f/2.0, (wide) |
| Video | Yes | |
| Sound | Loudspeaker | Yes |
| 3.5mm jack | Yes | |
| Comms | WLAN | No |
| Bluetooth | No | |
| Positioning | No | |
| Radio | Stereo FM radio | |
| USB | No | |
| Features | Features |
(region specific) - Organizer - Calculator - Convertor - Timer - Stopwatch - Voice memo |
| Messaging | SMS | |
| Games | Yes | |
| Java | No | |
| Battery | Type | Removable Li-Ion 800 mAh battery |
| Charging |
18W wired Reverse wired |
|
| Stand-by | Up to 660 h | |
| Talk time | Up to 8 h 40 min | |
| Misc | Colors | Black, White |
| SAR EU | 0.81 W/kg (head) | |
| Price | About 20 EUR |
Mini Review & Verdict
A smart summary of the Samsung E1230
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 Samsung E1230 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 800mAh removable battery, it easily delivers multi-day or even week-long standby times between recharges. In summary, the Samsung E1230 is an unpretentious, rock-solid communication tool tailored for users seeking absolute reliability, simplicity, and unbeatable standby endurance.
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