| Network | Technology |
GSM
|
|---|---|---|
| Launch | Announced | 2001 |
| Status | Discontinued | |
| Body | Dimensions | 112 x 44 x 22 mm, 85 cc (4.41 x 1.73 x 0.87 in) |
| Weight | 97 g (3.42 oz) | |
| SIM | Mini-SIM | |
| Display | Type | Monochrome graphic |
| Resolution | 6 lines | |
| Features | Softkeys Blue backlight | |
| Platform | OS | Android 7.1.2 (Nougat), upgradable to Android 9.0 (Pie); Android One |
| Chipset | Qualcomm MSM8953 Snapdragon 625 (14 nm) | |
| CPU | Octa-core 2.0 GHz Cortex-A53 | |
| GPU | Adreno 506 | |
| Memory | Card slot | No |
| Phonebook | 1000 | |
| Call records | 10 dialed, 10 received, 20 missed calls | |
| Features | Advanced fully featured address book | |
| Main Camera | Triple | VGA |
| Features | No | |
| Video | 2160p@30fps, 1080p@30fps, 720p@120fps | |
| Selfie camera | Single | 5 MP |
| Features | No | |
| Sound | Loudspeaker | No |
| 3.5mm jack | No | |
| Alert types | Vibration; Monophonic ringtones, composer | |
| Comms | WLAN | No |
| Bluetooth | No | |
| Positioning | No | |
| Radio | No | |
| Infrared port | Yes | |
| Features | Features | Predictive text input Organizer Voice memo (5 min) Data cable included |
| Messaging | SMS | |
| Browser | WAP 1.1 | |
| Clock | Yes | |
| Alarm | Yes | |
| Games | No | |
| Java | No | |
| Battery | Type | Removable Li-Ion battery |
| Stand-by | 260 h | |
| Talk time | 380 min | |
| Misc | Colors | Silver only |
Mini Review & Verdict
A smart summary of the Siemens S40
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 S40 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 highly efficient battery cell, it easily delivers multi-day or even week-long standby times between recharges. In summary, the Siemens S40 is an unpretentious, rock-solid communication tool tailored for users seeking absolute reliability, simplicity, and unbeatable standby endurance.
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