Celkon A98 Black, 512 MB
Detailed Review
Display
This smartphone has a resolution of WVGA, 800x480 pixels to offer. A a size more colossal screen would work more in your favour than the size provided by this phone. The Celkon A98 flaunts a display of 10.16 cms; approximately 4 inches.Battery
This device boasts of the popular Li-Ion battery.Camera
Some love selfies while some don't; if you are in the second set, then the basic Yes, 0.3 MP front camera won't put out your mood. Megapixels are not the sole determiners of the quality of your images and videos. Depending on the sensor quality and the smartphone's other applications; you have the flexibility to get surprisingly good photography results even with a Yes, 3.2 megapixels camera.General Features
Like most of the popular smartphones in the market, the Celkon A98 flaunts a touch screen. The Celkon A98 here is credited with a Black body.Connectivity
The wireless connectivity of the built-in Bluetooth of this phone is is one that you'll be grateful for in a hectic lifestyle, as it allows for current syncing with compatible devices for file sharing and hands-free communication. The sim type contained in this phone is the Dual Sim, GSM, GSM. Whether it is about standard possesses or advanced possesses like Loudspeaker, this Celkon A98 smartphone is created with all such possesses in it. On top of the mobile data, this device have the flexibility to additionally be connected to the internet via Wi-Fi. The headphone jack of 3.5 mm makes sure that the audio needs are met by this smartphone.Memory
The expandable memory of 32 GB is all available for use as against the cramped internal storage which already has space allocated to default apps and other programs; now you are able to carry your entertainment in your pocket. The Celkon A98 is absolutely compatible with the microSD, which are able to help you boost the internal storage of the device. Only basic utilities have the flexibility to be satisfied with such a low internal memory. Avoid graphic intensive functions and a lower RAM should do you just fine, besides,it is a particularly pleasing battery saver.Performance
The Android v4 (Ice Cream Sandwich) operating system is the one delivering the awesome performance. The typical operating system android makes sure the latest apps and trends are available to you. Equipped with a 1 GHz processor frequency, the Celkon A98 bids a power packed performance. A lower frequency would mean the device would tolerate longer to respond, so for a smoother performance, a higher frequency would be ideal. The speed required by most typical apps are met by the Celkon A98 without any hindrance. This Celkon A98 features a platform that performs at a frequency of GSM - 900, 1800; UMTS - 2100 GHz.Mr. Ajmera's Review (A business user)
Although the Celkon A98 might be extremely portable with its small exterior but I don't think it's worth against the cramped keypad it offers and even the functionality isn't worth the struggle. With all the advanced call management features present in the Celkon A98, it is good choice for business users like me. Bluetooth for file sharing is really not of much use to me, but this feature is really handy when it comes to hands-free calling.Mrs. Iyer's Review (A homemaker)
It looks really small and comfortable for carrying, but I can't type without misspelling the words at least 3-4 times, that's how uncomfortable using this Celkon A98 is. I won't worry about the other features in the Celkon A98 as the camera is so average and a strong deterrent for me. The tiny memory of this Celkon A98 will not even last me a week. I always feel the more the better when it comes to smartphone storage and I would always chose the Celkon A98 with expandable memory against any other smartphones that are overpriced and overloaded with confusing features.Ishan's Review (A geek)
As a smartphone, the screen size of the Celkon A98 is quite decent; but too tiny when it comes to gaming or reading. Reading is still fine, but gaming on a 1 GHz smartphone is really dreadful. Even the lowest graphics games need RAM higher than this. I dunno what good is storage which is insufficient even for regular apps and programs. Extendable memory is always a great storage backup if you have a growing collection of ebooks, games and apps.Technical Specification
General Features | |
| Brand: | Celkon |
| Handset Color: | Black |
| Form: | Bar |
| Call Features: | Loudspeaker |
| Model Name: | A98 |
| Touch Screen: | Yes , Capacitive |
| SIM Type: | Dual Sim , GSM , GSM |
Multimedia | |
| Video Player: | Yes |
| Music Player: | Yes , Supports WAV , MP3 , MIDI |
Camera | |
| Other Camera Features: | Auto Focus |
| Other Camera Features: | Flash Light |
| Rear Camera: | 3.2 MP |
| Front Facing Camera: | Yes , 0.3 MP |
Internet & Connectivity | |
| Audio Jack: | 3.5 mm |
| Preinstalled Browser: | Android , Opera Mini |
| Bluetooth: | Yes |
| Wifi: | Yes |
| Internet Features: | |
| GPRS: | Yes |
| USB Connectivity: | Yes |
| 3G: | Yes |
Other Features | |
| Sensors: | Proximity Sensor |
| Sensors: | Light Sensor , G-Sensor |
| Phone Book Memory: | Yes |
| SMS Memory: | Yes |
| Call Memory: | Yes |
| Important Apps: | Android Market , Social Networking |
Warranty | |
| Warranty Summary: | 1 year manufacturer warranty for Phone and 6 months warranty for in the box accessories |
Display | |
| Display Resolution: | WVGA |
| Display Resolution: | 800x480 Pixels |
| Display Size: | 4 inches |
Battery | |
| Battery Type: | Li-Ion |
| Capacity: | 1800 mAh |
Memory And Storage | |
| Expandable Memory Card Type: | microSD GB |
| Expandable Memory Capacity: | 32 GB |
| RAM: | 0.512 GB |
| Internal: | 0.512 GB |
Platform | |
| Operating Freq: | GSM - 900 |
| Operating Freq: | 1800; UMTS - 2100 |
| OS: | Android v4 (Ice Cream Sandwich) |
| Processor Frequency: | 1 GHz |
Prachi's Review (A social butterfly)
The first thing I noticed in the Celkon A98 was its 4 inches display. The screen size of the Celkon A98 is too cramped and so I can't text that easily on this screen size. The Yes, 3.2 MP camera resolution is not that cool. You can easily opt for any other smartphone with a better camera, it might even be cheaper. I don't think this smartphone can click awesome pictures, which by the way is my favourite hobby. Recently, I can't imagine life without selfies, and hence the secondary camera. Clicking selfies and groupies is a favourite pastime for me and my friends. It's sometimes difficult to click selfies and groupies with the main camera, so always go for smartphones with good secondary camera. The USB connector lets me charge my phone even with my laptop and transfer files. The small 0.512 GB internal storage of the Celkon A98 feels quite miserly. I don't understand the use of this storage if it can't contain all my media files.