Lava Iris 401e Blue, 512 MB
Detailed Review
Display
The screen size is normal, but a slightly bigger one would've worked more in your favour. The display of this phone boasts of 16 colours. An approximate 4 inches of diagonal display is sported by Lava Iris 401e. This smartphone has a resolution of WVGA, 480x800 pixels to offer.Battery
This device possesses the popular Li-Ion battery. For heavy users, a glitch in the battery department appears as the phone only bids 6 hours of talk time on 2G network.Camera
As a bonus to that, the LED serves clear and classic results even in faint light, so it does not matter even if the subject is far away. Recording videos has as much pleasure as taking pictures with this smartphone, given its pixel resolution of Yes, 3 pixels and that it serves a recording mode of Yes. The quality of your images and videos does not rely solely on megapixels. Depending on the sensor quality and the smartphone's other applications; you are able to get surprisingly good photography results even with a Yes, 3 megapixels camera. With the built-in Flash of this device you don't really compromise on the image quality, even in low light setting.General Features
You get at par accessories such as User Manual, Charger, Handset, Data Cable, Battery, Silicon Pouch, Headset, Free Screen Guard in the box, in addition to the Lava Iris 401e. Pre-loaded with a number of is credited with, this smartphone possesses dimensions of 63x124x10. The Lava Iris 401e here features a Blue body. Like most of the popular smartphones in the market, the Lava Iris 401e possesses a touch screen.Connectivity
If you mostly use your device for standard purposes such as emailing, chatting, calling and messaging, then the 2G connectivity offered should be adequate. If you want to avoid the pricey charges levied by the 3G and 4G networks, the standard 2G network connectivity of this smartphone makes it a device made just for you. A higher network type can result in increased power consumption, and you need to reflect on this while making a decision. Whether it is about standard features or advanced features like Loudspeaker, this Lava Iris 401e smartphone is created with all such features in it. The built-in GPS that constantly updates the device's instant location allows the user to never lose your way while traveling. The sim type contained in this phone is the Dual Sim, GSM, GSM, (Dual Standby). The headphone jack of 3.5 mm makes sure that the audio needs are accommodated by this smartphone. On top of the mobile data, this device are able to further be connected to the internet via Wi-Fi. 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 instant syncing with compatible devices for file sharing and hands-free communication.Memory
The Lava Iris 401e is absolutely compatible with the microSD, which have the flexibility to help you enhance the internal storage of the device. 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 have the flexibility to carry your entertainment in your p. Only basic utilities can be satisfied with such a low internal memory. Even when your phone stores all your favourite songs, some change in your set playlists is always welcome , and Multimedia FM will come to your rescue. Basic functions may not be an issue with the 0.256 GB ram but it is a strict no-no for those who stick with their phones for more complicated apps.Performance
This smartphoneruns on the Android v2.3 (Gingerbread) operating system. This Lava Iris 401e is credited with a platform that performs at a frequency of GSM - 900, 1800 GHz. With a 1 GHz processor frequency, the Lava Iris 401e offers supreme performance. A higher frequency will lead to a faster response by the device, ensuing in giving you a smoother performance. The Lava Iris 401e have the flexibility to meet the speed requirements of most of the typical apps without any trouble. All the latest apps and trends will be available to you with the popular android operating system.Mr. Ajmera's Review (A business user)
Although the Lava Iris 401e 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 Lava Iris 401e, 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. Even if my travel routes, both business and pleasure, are very much known to me I'd still like the reassurance from the GPS navigation on my phone.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 Lava Iris 401e 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 Lava Iris 401e as the camera is so average and a strong deterrent for me. The tiny memory of this Lava Iris 401e will not even last me a week. The expandable memory of the Lava Iris 401e 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 Lava Iris 401e 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: | Lava |
| Handset Color: | Blue |
| Form: | Bar |
| Call Features: | Loudspeaker |
| Model Name: | Iris |
| Touch Screen: | Yes , Capacitive |
| SIM Type: | Dual Sim , GSM , GSM , (Dual Standby) |
| Model ID: | 401e |
| In the Box: | User Manual , Charger , Handset , Data Cable , Battery , Silicon Pouch , Headset , Free Screen Guard |
Camera | |
| Video Recording: | Yes |
| Flash: | LED |
| Other Camera Features: | Zoom |
| Rear Camera: | 3 MP |
Multimedia | |
| Video Player: | Yes |
| Video Player: | Supports MP4 , AVI , 3GP |
| Music Player: | Yes , Supports MIDI , WAV , MP3 |
| FM: | Yes |
Internet & Connectivity | |
| Audio Jack: | 3.5 mm |
| Preinstalled Browser: | Android , Opera Mini |
| Bluetooth: | Yes |
| Navigation Technology: | Google Maps |
| Internet Features: | |
| Wifi: | Yes |
| GPRS: | Yes |
| EDGE: | Yes |
| USB Connectivity: | Yes , micro USB |
Other Features | |
| Sensors: | G-Sensor |
| Phone Book Memory: | Yes |
| Call Memory: | Yes |
| SMS Memory: | Yes |
| Important Apps: | Saavn , WeChat , Ninja Rush , Dragon Hunter , Space Off , Lava Zone |
Display | |
| Display Resolution: | WVGA |
| Display Resolution: | 480x800 Pixels |
| Display Size: | 4 inches |
| Display Color: | 16 M |
Dimensions | |
| Size: | 63x124x10 mm |
Warranty | |
| Warranty Summary: | 1 year manufacturer warranty for Phone and 6 months warranty for in the box accessories |
Battery | |
| Talk Time (2G): | 6 hrs |
| Battery Type: | Li-Ion |
| Capacity: | 1500 mAh |
Memory And Storage | |
| Expandable Memory Card Type: | microSD GB |
| Expandable Memory Capacity: | 32 GB |
| RAM: | 0.256 GB |
| Internal: | 0.512 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 Lava Iris 401e was its 4 inches display. The screen size of the Lava Iris 401e 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. 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. I keep checking the GPS for new locations and traffic updates. The USB connector lets me charge my phone even with my laptop and transfer files. The small 0.512 GB internal storage of the Lava Iris 401e feels quite miserly. I don't understand the use of this storage if it can't contain all my media files.