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Thuraya SG#8908

Released: 2007

Thuraya SG

Overall Score

51.8

Category Breakdown

Overall(#8908)51.8
Performance(#5301)58.8
Camera(#9726)41.8
Display(#10161)50.5
Battery(#6622)43.5
Build(#5182)70.8

Comparisons Featuring Thuraya SG

Short Review

  • The Thuraya SG features a compact design with dimensions of 138.5 x 53 x 18.8 mm and a weight of 170 grams, making it portable yet sturdy.
  • Its 1.9-inch TFT display supports 256K colors with a resolution of 176 x 220 pixels, providing basic visual clarity.
  • Performance-wise, it is equipped with 128MB of storage and 128GB of RAM, though specific chipset details are not provided.
  • The camera is limited, featuring a 1.3 MP rear camera without optical image stabilization and no front-facing camera.
  • The battery capacity stands at 1280 mAh, with no fast charging or wireless charging capabilities.
  • Running on Windows CE 4.2, the software experience may feel dated compared to modern smartphones.
  • Connectivity options are limited, lacking 5G, WiFi, and NFC, but it does support Bluetooth 1.1 and USB 1.1.
  • The device is available in Light Silver and Dark Gray colors, though material details and water resistance are unspecified.
  • Overall, the Thuraya SG is designed for basic communication needs with minimal multimedia capabilities.
  • Special features are not highlighted, indicating a focus on fundamental functionality.

Specifications

General

Release Date2007
Announced2007
DescriptionN/A

Display

Size1.9"
TypeTFT, 256K colors
Resolution176 x 220 pixels (~148 ppi density)
PPI176
Refresh Rate60Hz
Peak BrightnessN/A
HDR Support
ProtectionN/A

Performance

ChipsetN/A
CPUN/A
GPUN/A
Memory128MB
Expandable Storage
Card SlotSD ( 128 MB included )

Camera

Main Camera1.3 MP
Main Camera Details1.3 MP
Front CameraN/A
Front Camera DetailsN/A
Video RecordingYes
Selfie VideoN/A
OIS
Night Mode
RAW Support

Battery

Capacity1280 mAh
Battery DetailsRemovable Li-Ion 1280 mAh battery
Charging DetailsN/A
Fast Charging
Wireless Charging

Build & Design

Dimensions138.5 x 53 x 18.8 mm (5.45 x 2.09 x 0.74 in)
Weight170 g
MaterialsN/A
Water ResistanceN/A
ColorsLight Silver, Dark Gray
Foldable

Connectivity

SIMMini-SIM
NetworkGSM
Network SpeedN/A
5G
4G
WiFiNo
Bluetooth1.1
NFC
USB1.1
IR Blaster
Headphone Jack
Radio
PositioningGPS

Software

Operating SystemWinCE 4.2
OS VersionWinCE 4.2

Security

Fingerprint
Face Unlock
SensorsN/A

Audio

Stereo Speakers
LoudspeakerNo
Audio JackNo