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Zen X22 Review

October 13th, 2010

Zen X22 is a smart and elegant mobile phone that has a house full of features. Its dual SIM support gives you the choice to use two GSM SIM cards at the same time and hence one hand set can operate two numbers. Its design is compact and stylized having the bar form factor.

The display unit consists of 2.4 inches TFT screen capable of supporting 262 thousand colors. Its display resolution is 128 X 160 pixels. The touch screen facility enables the user to navigate through the interfaces in fluid motion whereas the clear and crisp display helps a lot while taking pictures.

The phone is fitted with a 3 megapixel camera, ideal for capturing your memorable moments. The biggest pictures can resolve to 2048X1536 pixels. The camera is capable of digital zoom and you can also record video in MP4 format.

Zen X22 in built memory can support 1000 phonebook and 1000 SMS entries, which is ample enough for a normal user. You can transfer files using the wireless Bluetooth facility or USB 1.1 port. Once can connect to the internet via GPRS and can browse various sites through WAP. Like most other Zen models, this phone too can handle external memory up to 4 GB only.

The battery used in this model is a 1200mAh Lithium ion type. It can give you a continuous talk time of 5.5 hours but stand by time is impressively 250 hours. The battery, like most others tends to drain fast while using the camera, music, video and radio features. 

Zen X11 Review

October 13th, 2010

Zen’s X11 is a handy, feature loaded dual SIM phone which is quite elegant and stylish in its look and feel. Its dual SIM capability allows you to slide in two GSM SIM cards and hence you can use swap between two phone numbers within the same device.

This device will deliver enhanced multimedia experience compared to other models in Zen’s repertoire. The display unit consists of fairly large 2.4 inches TFT screen which is also touch screen enabled. It can display 262K colors and delivers a resolution of 128 X160 pixels. It has got a 3 megapixel camera which can record MP4 video as well as shoot static photos.

The device can support music and video playback with sufficient quality. You can enjoy FM radio as well as record it.  Zen X11 comes with Bluetooth feature which will ease your file transfers with other Bluetooth devices. The GPRS facility is also present and allows you to browse the net, download music, ringtone and games.

Zen X11 provides ample space for saving your contacts within a 1000 entries phonebook and you can save that many numbers of SMS as well. The external memory, like most of other Zen models, is expandable up to 4 GB.

The additional features of this handset are its motion sensor and mobile tracker facility. The sleek handset is powered by a 1200 mAh Lithium ion battery which can deliver a decent talk time of 5.5 hours. Its stand by time is also an impressive with 250 hours.

Zen X220 Review

September 23rd, 2010

Zen X220 is a dual SIM low cost mobile which is also intended to be a sound music entertainment device. Its dual SIM facility allows you to twitch two GSM SIM cards into one device and juggle between them seamlessly as per your convenience. The phone is equipped with MP3 player as well as wireless FM radio. It also comes with the universal 3.5 mm jack through which you can plug in your headphones and enjoy music.

Not only music, the device can also playback MP4 videos. The VGA camera can be used to record low resolution videos or shoot static pictures. The display unit consists of a 1.8 inches TFT screen which can deliver a resolution of 128X160 pixels. 

Zen X220 has bar form factor and comes with stylish dual back covers, hence you can experiment with your gadget’s look once in a while. Weighing just 90 grams, it’s light and comfortable to carry along. The USB charging port adds to your convenience. The device comes with GPRS facility but the downside is that you don’t have Bluetooth. Therefore all data transfers to and from has to be done through USB cables.

The handset is powered by an 850 mAh Lithium ion battery which can give an uninterrupted talk time of 4 hours. Its stand by time is 150 hours which is quite sufficient but the battery drains out fast while playing radio and music. External memory can be expanded up to 4 GB so that you can save you current favorite music files, photos and playlists.

Zen S10 Review

September 23rd, 2010

Zen’s S10 mobile phone is an awesome masterpiece in its own way. One look at it and you’ll say wow! You could have hardly imagined that such a low cost mobile would be so dazzling. First, let’s talk about its look. Its look has a masculine oomph as the whole phone is covered in silvery metallic case. Its keypad is enclosed with a slider which is quiet comfortable and reminds of Nokia’s Sirocco handsets.

The basic Zen feature is also present in this model which is its dual SIM slot. Now you can use two phone numbers for one device and juggle seamlessly among the two. Point to be noted is that both SIM need to be GSM network SIM card.  The phone’s display consists of a fairly large 2.2 inches QVGA screen. The interface is crisp and navigation is easy. It has a 2.0 mega pixel camera which can give an image resolution of 1600 X 1200 pixels, big enough for normal uses. The camera is also capable of digital zoom. You can use it for video recording as well.

Coming to entertainment, this device performs sufficiently well. The speaker phone gives enough clarity to converse without any difficulty.  The sound recorder works well and so the FM radio. You can also enjoy music and video (MP4 and 3GP) on this device. You can also download games from Zen’s GameCenter service via WAP connection. The device’s external memory is expandable up to 4 GB but the good news is that the phone itself comes with a 2 GB microSD card.

Zen M25 Review

September 22nd, 2010

Zen has become one of the fastest growing companies in the low cost mobile market and its M25 model is yet another feature loaded device that can easily entice buyers on budget. The device comes with a 1.3 megapixel camera which is enough for taking pictures of your memorable moments. Its fairly large 2.4 inch QVGA display screen can work as a handy MP4 video player. It is also a sound entertainment device as you can enjoy your favorite tracks through the music player which can support most of the popular formats.  You can also enjoy FM radio on this phone. Plugging in your high end headphones won’t be difficult anymore as it comes with a 3.5 mm jack.

Data transfer through this device becomes an easy task with its in built Bluetooth support. Alternatively you can also use the all in one universal USB port to transfer data to non-Bluetooth devices like your old PC. One of the typical features of this as well as many other Zen mobiles is that it can support two GSM SIM cards and hence one handset can be used for two numbers. This is an enormously helpful feature for those who need to carry the bulk of two mobiles and get confused when one of them rings!

The super feature of this mobile phone is its robust battery. The 2500 mAh marathon battery can give you a stand by time of…..hold your breath before you read…..72 days!! Yes, you heard it right 72 days not hours and hence you would hardly be bothered to charge your phone in trains and during travel. Its talk time is also impressive with 16 hours.

 

 

Zen X390 Review

September 22nd, 2010

Zen’s X390 is yet another player in the market for low cost entry level mobile phones. This model is a sequel to the previously launched X380 and has a host of features that will lure a lot of mobile buyers who are looking for maximum features at affordable prices. It has a bar shaped body but with a solid feel, compact design and elegant look. It is a dual SIM phone which can accommodate two GSM SIM cards. This feature is enormously useful for students who need to change SIM cards while visiting their home towns, or employees who use two numbers for professional and personal use.

The model comes with a 0.3 megapixel VGA camera. Its TFT display can exhibit 65 thousand colors and delivers a display screen resolution of 128 X 160 pixels. The multimedia features of this phone include MP3 music player and MP4 video playback. You can plug in your headphones to the 3.5 mm jack and enjoy your favorite music.  Its physical dimensions are 102 x 42 x 13 mm and weighing just 75 grams it is very light to carry and can easily slide into your pockets and bags.

Zen X390 also has an all in one micro USB v1.1 port connection which can be used to import/export data between your phone and PC. The device has a MicroSD slot for carrying data which you can fill with maximum 2 GB card. The phone features a customized version of BLAH JAVA operating system and its battery can deliver 4 hours of talk time and 5 days of standby time. Its powerful LED based torch can light up for 4 hours.

Zen X405 Review

September 22nd, 2010

Another player in Zen’s dual SIM mobile phone range is the X405 model. This model has got an attractive look with elegant design and a changeable dual back cover. This stylish device is light (90 gms) and its physical dimensions are 108 X 45.6 X 14.7 mm. Hence it is quite easy to carry along. Its dual SIM function can only support two separate GSM SIM card and hence you can operate two numbers from the same device. It’s an entry level phone and is expected to become a major player in its category.

The phone has a VGA camera and its display consists of a 1.8 inches TFT screen which can deliver a resolution of 128 X 160 pixels. The multimedia features include MP3 music and MP4 video player. The camera can also be used for low resolution video recording.  FM radio is also included which does not need any headset as it is wireless. The 3.5 mm jack makes this device compatible with most headphones.

In this model you can expand the external memory up to 4GB so that you can save your favorite pictures, songs, videos and files within the phone. It also has the enormously useful torch facility which is now-a-days fast vanishing from the newer mobile phones. This phone can also be used for call conferencing among multiple users. Its 850 mAh Lithium-Ion Battery can give an uninterrupted talk time of 4 hours and standby time of 150 hours respectively. The device can also be charged with USB plug which comes with the kit.

Zen Z82 Review

September 22nd, 2010

Zen Z82 is a full fledged QWERTY keyboard mobile phone. Its key feature is its dual SIM capability through which you can twitch two separate GSM SIM cards into the same device. Thus one handset can be used for two numbers. The phone comes with a trackball which facilitates easy navigation. Zen Z82 is also good for surfing the net on the move as it gives easy access and support for popular social networking sites like Facebook, Twitter and Orkut. You can also chat via Yahoo messenger. WiFi and Bluetooth are also embedded.

The device comes with a 2 megapixel camera which is good enough for taking your friends’ pictures. The camera is also capable of digital zoom, night mode effect and white balance. You can also use it for video capture. Its large 2.4 inch QVGA display provides a resolution of 320 X 240 pixels that offers clear and bright picture viewing. The entertainment value is also great as it supports multimedia for MP3 music, MP4 videos and FM radio. The most important and eye-catching feature of this phone is that you can watch TV on mobile with its analogue TV support. No need to sit before the television,   you can enjoy your programs on the move.

External memory can be expanded till 4 GB. Its 1100 mAh lithium ion batteries can deliver an astounding 220 hours standby time whereas its talk time is up to 5 hours. Surely Zen Z82 is nothing less than a small world wrapped up in your palms.

Zen S-15 Review

September 22nd, 2010

Zen S-15 is quite a sleek and trendy GSM mobile phone. Its main attraction is its dual SIM facility. Now you can use the same mobile phone for your office and personal conversation. No need to swap pockets! Both the SIM slots will support GSM SIM cards only. Not only this, the phone comes with a 2 megapixel camera for handy use. Its 2.4 inch display is quite large when compared to other players in its category. Counting both features; this phone makes a sort of mini camera, good for taking as well as viewing pictures.

The phone also has an eye-catching trackball for easy navigation. It doubles as an entertainment device as well. You can play your MP3s and MP4 videos on its multimedia player as well as enjoy FM radio. It has an inbuilt loudspeaker also. The phone has an embedded Bluetooth function which allows you to share files with other Bluetooth enabled devices. No need to plug in and plug out cables. But in case you require connecting to a non-Bluetooth device then there is USB port as well.

The memory support of this device is a little less as its microSD slot can allow you to expand till 4 GB only. But its battery support is good and can deliver a talk time of 5 hours whereas standing time is an enormous 200 hours. This phone is very light, only 90 gms. Its sleek body only measures 113X50X13 mm and can easily slide into your pockets or hand bag.

Zen M40 Review

August 30th, 2010

The Zen M40 is basically music phone with a GSM dal SIM capacities and other list of features. The screen is TFT QVGA of 1.77 inches with a resolution of 128×160 megapixels. The sophisticated look of the phone makes it an attractive buy. It allows smart dialing through its advanced user interface. The Zen M40 lives up to its reputation as a music phone by providing good quality music as it has an mp3/mp4 player with loud dual speakers that run on SRS and Wolfson music chipset. The built-in Mp3/Mp4 players support all formats like MP3, WAV, and AMR. The handset also has an FM radio with RDS that allows users to listen to their favorite radio stations in good sound quality. The user can record a song being played on a radio station and the 3.5mm audio jack is also an added advantage. The Zen M40 also packs in a decent 1.3 megapixel camera and allows video recording feature that allows you to capture your precious moments both still and running. The phone has an expandable memory of up to 4GB so that you can store all your favorite pictures and other data. The battery lifetime of the Zen M40 is long lasting with standby battery life of 200 hours and talk time life of 5 hours. Wide array of features makes Zen M40 a competent mobile phone well worth a try.