Karbonn Smart A50 Black, 512 MB
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Detailed Review
Display
A resolution of HVGA, 320x480 pixels is provided by this smartphone. This Karbonn Smart A50 bids sharp picture quality with its LCD display for an amazing viewing experience. A TFT LCD display is offered by this device. The Karbonn Smart A50 flaunts a display of 8.89 cms; approximately 3.5 inches. The display size provided by the phone may not work in your favour as much as a a size more colossal screen. With the TFT LCD display of Karbonn Smart A50, you get higher resolution without cutting on the battery life.Battery
The battery of this smartphone that bids 5 hours of talk time on 2G network might be a point of apprehension for heavy users. The battery bids 200 hrs of standby time on 2G network.Camera
Though it's taken over by the latest entrants, yet the Karbonn Smart A50 does feature a Yes MP front camera; but it is meaningless spending money on a feature that might be inconsequential to you. As much fun it might be to click pictures, video recording is equally particularly pleasing. The kind of pictures and videos your camera produces does not depend only on megapixels. Based on the sensor quality and the smartphone's other applications; you can get surprisingly good photography results even with a Yes, 3 megapixels camera.General Features
The Karbonn Smart A50 packs in numerous possesses such as Document Viewer, Document Editor, Office Suite for the all the road warriors out there. The Karbonn Smart A50 here boasts of a Black body. Like most of the typical smartphones in the market, the Karbonn Smart A50 sports a touch screen. Pre-loaded with a number of is credited with, this smartphone flaunts dimensions of 67x116x12.3.Connectivity
The built-in Bluetooth in this phone allows you share files on wireless mode with supporting devices and connects you with various Bluetooth-enabled devices, including hands-free. On top of the mobile data, this device have the flexibility to also be connected to the internet via Wi-Fi. The smartphone audio needs are satisfied by the 3.5 mm headphone jack. Whether it is about standard is credited with or advanced is credited with like Conference Call, Speed Dialing, Loudspeaker, this Karbonn Smart A50 smartphone is crafted with all such is credited with in it. This phone comes with a Dual Sim, GSM, GSM. If you mostly use your device for standard purposes such as emailing, chatting, calling and messaging, then the 2G connectivity offered should suffice. If you want to avoid the exuberant charges levied by the 3G and 4G networks, the at par 2G network connectivity of this smartphone makes it a cellphone that's definitely up your lane. A higher network type are able to lead to increased power consumption, and you need to reflect on this while making a decision.Memory
Many users find multimedia FM a refreshing change from their regular playlists. The Karbonn Smart A50 is absolutely compatible with the microSD, which have the flexibility 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. The expandable memory of 32 GB is all available for stick with as against the cramped internal storage which already has space allocated to default apps and other programs; now you have the flexibility to carry your entertainment in. This phone is a strict no-no for those who stick with complicated apps,but basic functions do not pose a problem.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 Karbonn Smart A50 bids a power packed performance. A lower frequency would mean the device would endure longer to respond, so for a smoother performance, a higher frequency would be optimal. The speed required by most popular apps are met by the Karbonn Smart A50 without any hindrance. The Android v2.3 (Gingerbread) operating system is responsible for the pleasurable performance of this device. This Karbonn Smart A50 possesses a platform that performs at a frequency of GSM - 900, 1800 GHz.Mr. Ajmera's Review (A business user)
Apart from efficient and advanced call management, I'd also like my smartphone to be able to perform functions like Document Viewer, Document Editor, Office Suite and much more, just like the Karbonn Smart A50. Although the Karbonn Smart A50 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 Karbonn Smart A50, 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 Karbonn Smart A50 is. Video recording is a must on my phone, I just love recording and capturing the innocence of cake cutting or the craziness of a dinner party. I won't worry about the other features in the Karbonn Smart A50 as the camera is so average and a strong deterrent for me. The tiny memory of this Karbonn Smart A50 will not even last me a week. The expandable memory of the Karbonn Smart A50 is a good option for me as against the high priced smartphones which come with high internal memory.Ishan's Review (A geek)
As a smartphone, the screen size of the Karbonn Smart A50 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: | Karbonn |
| Handset Color: | Black |
| Business Features: | Document Viewer , Document Editor , Office Suite |
| Form: | Bar |
| Call Features: | Conference Call , Speed Dialing , Loudspeaker |
| Model Name: | Smart A50 |
| Touch Screen: | Yes , Capacitive |
| SIM Type: | Dual Sim , GSM , GSM |
Multimedia | |
| Video Player: | Yes |
| Video Player: | Supports MP4 , 3GP |
| Ringtone: | MP3 , 64 Polyphonic |
| FM: | Yes |
| Music Player: | Yes , Supports MP3 , WAV , MIDI |
Camera | |
| Video Recording: | Yes |
| Other Camera Features: | Flash Support |
| Rear Camera: | 3 MP |
| Front Facing Camera: | Yes |
Internet & Connectivity | |
| WAP: | Yes |
| Audio Jack: | 3.5 mm |
| Preinstalled Browser: | Android , Opera Mini , UC Browser , WAP |
| Bluetooth: | Yes |
| Wifi: | Yes , 802.11 b/g/n |
| Internet Features: | |
| EDGE: | Yes |
| GPRS: | Yes |
| Tethering: | Wi-fi Hotspot |
| USB Connectivity: | Yes |
Other Features | |
| Sensors: | Proximity Sensor |
| Sensors: | G-Sensor |
| Phone Book Memory: | Yes |
| SMS Memory: | Yes |
| Call Memory: | Yes |
| Important Apps: | Customizable Widgets , Inbuilt Applications , Google Play Store , Karbonn Live , Hungama , WhatsApp , TOI , Outlook Email |
| Additional Features: | Customizable Menu , MMS Enabled , Screensaver , Wallpaper , Power On or Off Animation , Caller ID with Photo , Games , Calculator , Alarm , World Times , Voice Recorder , Currency Converter , Health Management |
Warranty | |
| Warranty Summary: | 1 year manufacturer warranty for Phone and 6 months warranty for in the box accessories |
Dimensions | |
| Size: | 67x116x12.3 mm |
Display | |
| Display Resolution: | HVGA |
| Display Resolution: | 320x480 Pixels |
| Display Type: | TFT LCD |
| Display Size: | 3.5 inches |
Battery | |
| Talk Time (2G): | 5 hrs |
| Standby Time (2G): | 200 hrs |
| Capacity: | 1300 mAh |
Memory And Storage | |
| Expandable Memory Card Type: | microSD GB |
| Expandable Memory Capacity: | 32 GB |
| RAM: | 0.256 GB |
| Internal: | 0.512 GB |
| User Memory: | 0.163 GB |
Platform | |
| Operating Freq: | GSM - 900 |
| Operating Freq: | 1800 |
| OS: | Android v2.3 (Gingerbread) |
| Processor Frequency: | 1 GHz |
Prachi's Review (A social butterfly)
The first thing I noticed in the Karbonn Smart A50 was its 3.5 inches display. The screen size of the Karbonn Smart A50 is too cramped and so I can't text that easily on this screen size. The Yes, 3 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. I'd like my smartphone to do all my tasks simultaneously not just perform basic functions like browsing, messaging and emails. And I won't depend upon 2G networks for that. The USB connector lets me charge my phone even with my laptop and transfer files. The small 0.512 GB internal storage of the Karbonn Smart A50 feels quite miserly. I don't understand the use of this storage if it can't contain all my media files.