| Prices | Price (USD) | USD $60.00 USD |
|---|---|---|
| Official Price | Global £ 199.00 | |
| Network | Technology |
GSM
|
| Launch | Announced | 2008, March. Released 2008, June |
| Status | Discontinued | |
| Body | Dimensions | 106 x 45 x 11.5 mm (4.17 x 1.77 x 0.45 in) |
| Weight | 70 g (2.47 oz) | |
| SIM | Mini-SIM | |
| Display | Type | TFT, 65K colors |
| Size | 1.8 inches, 10.2 cm2 (~21.4% screen-to-body ratio) | |
| Resolution | 128 x 160 pixels (~114 ppi density) | |
| Features | Downloadable wallpapers and ringtones | |
| Platform | OS | Android 14, MagicOS 8 |
| Chipset | Qualcomm SM6450 Snapdragon 6 Gen 1 (4 nm) | |
| CPU | Octa-core (4x2.2 GHz Cortex-A78 & 4x1.8 GHz Cortex-A55) | |
| GPU | Adreno 710 | |
| Memory | Card slot | No |
| Internal | 7MB | |
| Phonebook | Yes, up to 500 entries | |
| Call records | 10 dialed, 10 received, 10 missed calls | |
| Main Camera | Single | VGA |
| Features | LED flash, panorama, HDR | |
| Video | Yes | |
| Selfie camera | Single | 16 MP, f/2.5, (wide) |
| Features | No | |
| Video | 1080p@30fps | |
| Sound | Loudspeaker | No |
| 3.5mm jack | No | |
| Alert types | Vibration; Polyphonic(32) ringtones | |
| Comms | WLAN | No |
| Bluetooth | 2.0 | |
| Positioning | No | |
| Radio | No | |
| USB | miniUSB | |
| Features | Features |
Video player Predictive text input Organizer Voice recorder |
| Messaging | SMS, MMS, Email (POP3 only) | |
| Browser | WAP 2.0/xHTML | |
| Games | Yes + downloadable | |
| Java | Yes, MIDP 2.0 | |
| Battery | Type | Removable Li-Ion battery |
| Charging |
66W wired Reverse wired |
|
| Stand-by | Up to 210 h | |
| Talk time | Up to 7 h 30 min | |
| Misc | Colors | Crystal Black with Matt Silver |
| Price | About 60 EUR |
Mini Review & Verdict
A smart summary of the Sharp GX18
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 Sharp GX18 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 highly efficient battery cell, it easily delivers multi-day or even week-long standby times between recharges. In summary, the Sharp GX18 is an unpretentious, rock-solid communication tool tailored for users seeking absolute reliability, simplicity, and unbeatable standby endurance.
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