Overall Score
51.3Category Breakdown
Overall(#9206)51.3
Performance(#5373)58.8
Camera(#10084)41.8
Display(#11425)48.3
Battery(#10677)43.5
Build(#8849)70.8
Comparisons Featuring Philips 588
Short Review
- The Philips 588 features a compact design with dimensions of 80 x 42 x 18.6 mm and a weight of 78 grams, making it portable and easy to handle.
- Its TFT display measures 0 inches with a resolution of 128 x 160 pixels and a pixel density of 128 PPI, providing basic visual clarity.
- Performance is limited by 128MB of internal storage and 128GB of RAM, which is unusual for a phone of this era.
- The rear camera is 1.3 MP, capable of capturing basic images, but lacks optical image stabilization and video recording capabilities.
- Battery life is supported by a 580 mAh capacity, but it does not support any form of fast or wireless charging.
- The software specifications are not detailed, but the device does not include stereo speakers or a headphone jack.
- Connectivity options are minimal, with no support for WiFi, Bluetooth, or NFC, and it uses a proprietary USB connection.
- The phone is available in three colors: Elegant Purple, Reflective White, and Mystery Black.
- Overall, the Philips 588 is a basic phone with essential features suitable for straightforward communication.
- Its design and build quality reflect the simplicity and functionality expected from early mobile devices.
Specifications
General
Release Date2006
Announced2006
DescriptionN/A
Display
SizeN/A
TypeTFT, 65K colors
Resolution128 x 160 pixels
PPI128
Refresh Rate60Hz
Peak BrightnessN/A
HDR Support✗
ProtectionN/A
Performance
ChipsetN/A
CPUN/A
GPUN/A
Memory128MB
Expandable Storage✗
Card SlotNo
Camera
Main Camera1.3 MP
Main Camera Details1.3 MP
Front CameraN/A
Front Camera DetailsN/A
Video RecordingSQCIF
Selfie VideoN/A
OIS✗
Night Mode✗
RAW Support✗
Battery
Capacity580 mAh
Battery DetailsRemovable Li-Ion 580 mAh battery
Charging DetailsN/A
Fast Charging✗
Wireless Charging✗
Build & Design
Dimensions80 x 42 x 18.6 mm, 60 cc (3.15 x 1.65 x 0.73 in)
Weight78 g
MaterialsN/A
Water ResistanceN/A
ColorsElegant Purple, Reflective White, Mystery Black
Foldable✗
Connectivity
SIMMini-SIM
NetworkGSM
Network SpeedN/A
5G✗
4G✗
WiFiNo
BluetoothNo
NFC✗
USBProprietary
IR Blaster✗
Headphone Jack✗
Radio✗
PositioningNo
Software
Operating SystemN/A
OS VersionN/A
Security
Fingerprint✗
Face Unlock✗
SensorsN/A
Audio
Stereo Speakers✗
LoudspeakerNo
Audio JackNo