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alcatel HC 1000#12020

Released: 1997

alcatel HC 1000

Overall Score

2.4

Category Breakdown

Overall(#12020)2.4
Performance(#10705)5.3
Camera(#10528)2.5
Display(#11887)8.0
Battery(#11064)3.8
Build(#4361)0.2
Connectivity(#11374)1.0
Audio(#11169)0.0

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Short Review

  • The Alcatel HC 1000 features a compact design with dimensions of 143 x 60 x 23 mm and a weight of 172 grams, making it portable but somewhat bulky.
  • The display is alphanumeric with a resolution of 4 x 16 characters and a low pixel density of 4 PPI, which limits visual clarity.
  • Performance specifications are minimal, with no RAM or storage capabilities, indicating it is not designed for modern multitasking or app usage.
  • The camera system is non-existent, featuring no rear or selfie cameras, which restricts photography options entirely.
  • The battery capacity is 600 mAh, providing basic power without fast charging or wireless capabilities.
  • The device lacks advanced connectivity options such as WiFi, Bluetooth, and NFC, limiting its functionality in modern networks.
  • The operating system details are unspecified, suggesting a very basic interface.
  • There are no stereo speakers or headphone jack, which may affect audio output options.
  • The build quality is standard for its time, with no water resistance features.
  • Overall, the Alcatel HC 1000 is a very basic device focused on essential communication rather than multimedia or advanced features.

Specifications

General

Release Date1997
Announced1997
DescriptionN/A

Display

SizeN/A
TypeAlphanumeric
Resolution4 x 16 chars
PPI4
Refresh Rate60Hz
HDR Support✗
ProtectionN/A

Performance

ChipsetN/A
CPUN/A
GPUN/A
MemoryN/A
Expandable Storage✗
Card SlotNo

Camera

Main CameraN/A
Main Camera FeaturesN/A
Front CameraN/A
Front Camera FeaturesN/A
Video RecordingN/A
Selfie VideoN/A
Optical Stabilization✗
Night Mode✗
Raw Photo Support✗

Battery

Capacity600 mAh
Battery DetailsRemovable NiMH 600 mAh battery
Charging DetailsN/A
Fast Charging✗
Wireless Charging✗

Build & Safety

Dimensions143 x 60 x 23 mm (5.63 x 2.36 x 0.91 in)
Weight172 g
MaterialsN/A
ColorsBlack
Foldable✗
SARN/A

Connectivity

SIMMini-SIM
NetworkGSM
Network SpeedN/A
5G✗
4G✗
WiFiNo
BluetoothNo
NFC✗
USBN/A
IR Blaster✗
Headphone Jack✗
Radio✗
PositioningNo

Audio

Stereo Speakers✗
LoudspeakerNo
Audio JackNo

Software & Security

Operating SystemN/A
Fingerprint✗
Face Unlock✗
SensorsN/A