| Prices | Price (USD) | USD $302.40 USD |
|---|---|---|
| Official Price | Global About 280 EUR | |
| Network | Technology |
GSM / HSPA
|
| Launch | Announced | 2009, November. Released 2009, November |
| Status | Discontinued | |
| Body | Dimensions | - |
| Weight | - | |
| SIM | Mini-SIM | |
| Keyboard | QWERTY | |
| Display | Type | TFT, 256K colors |
| Size | , - | |
| Resolution | 320 x 240 pixels, 4:3 ratio | |
| Platform | OS | Microsoft Windows Mobile 6.1 Professional |
| Chipset | Qualcomm MSM7201A | |
| CPU | 528 MHz ARM 11 | |
| GPU | Adreno 130 | |
| Memory | Card slot | microSD (dedicated slot) |
| Phonebook | 1000 entries, Photocall | |
| Call records | Yes | |
| Main Camera | Single | 2 MP |
| Video | Yes | |
| Selfie camera | Single | VGA videocall camera |
| Features | No | |
| Sound | Loudspeaker | Yes |
| 3.5mm jack | No | |
| Comms | WLAN | No |
| Bluetooth | 2.0, A2DP | |
| Radio | No | |
| USB | 2.0 | |
| Features | Features |
MP3/AAC player MP4/H.264 player Document viewer Organizer Voice memo Predictive text input |
| Messaging | SMS, MMS, Email, Push Email | |
| Browser | WAP 2.0/xHTML, HTML | |
| Games | Yes | |
| Java | Yes, MIDP 2.0 | |
| Battery | Type | Removable Li-Ion battery |
| Stand-by | Up to 400 h | |
| Talk time | Up to 3 h 30 min | |
| Misc | Colors | Black |
Mini Review & Verdict
A smart summary of the Vodafone 1240
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 Vodafone 1240 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 Vodafone 1240 is an unpretentious, rock-solid communication tool tailored for users seeking absolute reliability, simplicity, and unbeatable standby endurance.
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