Overall Score
10.5Category Breakdown
Overall(#10328)10.5
Performance(#10194)12.4
Camera(#5181)35.4
Display(#8782)30.6
Battery(#11052)4.0
Build(#4361)0.2
Connectivity(#11114)1.8
Audio(#11169)0.0
Comparisons Featuring Philips 290
Short Review
- The Philips 290 features a compact design with dimensions of 101 x 44.5 x 12.2 mm and a lightweight build at 82 grams.
- Its 1.8-inch TFT display supports 256K colors with a resolution of 128 x 160 pixels, offering a pixel density of approximately 114 ppi.
- Performance is limited with 6GB of RAM and only 6MB of internal storage, which restricts multitasking and app usage.
- The camera is basic, with a VGA rear sensor and no front camera, capable of recording video at 120p.
- The battery capacity is 620mAh, providing minimal usage time without fast charging or wireless capabilities.
- The software is unspecified, and the phone lacks features like stereo speakers and a headphone jack.
- Connectivity options are limited, with no support for 5G, WiFi, Bluetooth, or NFC, relying solely on a proprietary USB connection.
- The phone is offered in a simple black color with no water resistance features.
- Overall, the Philips 290 is a basic device suitable for essential communication needs.
- Its specifications highlight a focus on simplicity rather than advanced functionality.
Specifications
General
Release Date2007
Announced2007
DescriptionN/A
Display
Size1.8"
TypeTFT, 256K colors
Resolution128 x 160 pixels (~114 ppi density)
PPI128
Refresh Rate60Hz
HDR Support✗
ProtectionN/A
Performance
ChipsetN/A
CPUN/A
GPUN/A
Memory6MB
Expandable Storage✗
Card SlotmicroSD (dedicated slot)
Camera
Main CameraVGA
Main Camera FeaturesN/A
Front CameraN/A
Front Camera FeaturesN/A
Video Recording120p
Selfie VideoN/A
Optical Stabilization✗
Night Mode✗
Raw Photo Support✗
Battery
Capacity620 mAh
Battery DetailsRemovable Li-Ion 620 mAh battery
Charging DetailsN/A
Fast Charging✗
Wireless Charging✗
Build & Safety
Dimensions101 x 44.5 x 12.2 mm (3.98 x 1.75 x 0.48 in)
Weight82 g
MaterialsN/A
ColorsBlack
Foldable✗
SARN/A
Connectivity
SIMMini-SIM
NetworkGSM
Network SpeedN/A
5G✗
4G✗
WiFiNo
BluetoothNo
NFC✗
USBProprietary
IR Blaster✗
Headphone Jack✗
Radio✗
PositioningNo
Audio
Stereo Speakers✗
LoudspeakerNo
Audio JackNo
Software & Security
Operating SystemN/A
Fingerprint✗
Face Unlock✗
SensorsN/A