| Prices | Price (USD) | USD $250.00 USD |
|---|---|---|
| Official Price | Global About 250 EUR | |
| Network | Technology |
GSM
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| Launch | Announced | 2001 |
| Status | Discontinued | |
| Body | Dimensions | 118 x 46 x 27 mm, 106 cc (4.65 x 1.81 x 1.06 in) |
| Weight | 122 g (4.30 oz) | |
| SIM | Mini-SIM | |
| Display | Type | Alphanumeric |
| Resolution | 2 x 16 chars | |
| Features | Dedicated icon-line | |
| Platform | OS | watchOS 9.0 |
| Chipset | Apple S8 | |
| CPU | Dual-core | |
| GPU | PowerVR | |
| Memory | Card slot | No |
| Phonebook | SIM only | |
| Call records | 10 dialed, 0 received, 5 missed calls | |
| Main Camera | Triple | 5 MP, AF |
| Features | No | |
| Video | Yes | |
| Selfie camera | Single | 2 MP |
| Sound | Loudspeaker | No |
| 3.5mm jack | No | |
| Alert types | Vibration; Monophonic ringtones | |
| Comms | WLAN | No |
| Bluetooth | No | |
| Positioning | No | |
| Radio | No | |
| Features | Features | Exchangeable covers |
| Messaging | SMS | |
| Clock | Yes | |
| Alarm | No | |
| Games | No | |
| Languages | 20 | |
| Java | No | |
| Battery | Type | Removable NiMH 600 mAh battery |
| Charging | Wireless charging | |
| Stand-by | 60 h - 150 h | |
| Talk time | 90 min - 240 min | |
| Misc | Colors | 7 - Royal Blue, Anthracite, Raspberry Red... |
Mini Review & Verdict
A smart summary of the Siemens A40
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 Siemens A40 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 600mAh removable battery, it easily delivers multi-day or even week-long standby times between recharges. In summary, the Siemens A40 is an unpretentious, rock-solid communication tool tailored for users seeking absolute reliability, simplicity, and unbeatable standby endurance.
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