Bird D612

NETWORK
Technology GSM
2G bands GSM 900 / 1800
GPRS Class 12
EDGE No
LAUNCH
Announced 2007
Status Discontinued
BODY
Dimensions 105.5 x 44 x 12.2 mm (4.15 x 1.73 x 0.48 in)
Weight 71.4 g (2.50 oz)
SIM Mini-SIM
DISPLAY
Type TFT, 65K colors
Size 1.8 inches, 10.2 cm2 (~22.0% screen-to-body ratio)
Resolution 128 x 160 pixels (~114 ppi density)
MEMORY
Card slot microSD (dedicated slot)
Phonebook Yes
Call records 20 dialed, 20 received, 20 missed calls
MAIN CAMERA
Single VGA
Video Yes
SELFIE CAMERA
No
ADVERTISEMENT
SOUND
Loudspeaker Yes
Alert types Vibration; Downloadable polyphonic, MP3 ringtones
3.5mm jack No
COMMS
WLAN No
Bluetooth No
Positioning No
Radio No
USB Proprietary
FEATURES
Sensors
Messaging SMS, EMS, MMS
Browser WAP 2.0
Games Yes
Java Yes, MIDP 2.0
Data/ Fax Modem
MP3/ MP4 player
Audio Recorder
FR,HR,EFR,AMR voice codecs
Languages: Chinese, English, French, Spanish, Portuguese, Hindi
BATTERY
Type Removable Li-Ion 650 mAh battery
Stand-by Up to 140 h
Talk time Up to 4 h
MISC
Colors Blue, Silver

Bird D612 Overall Review

The Bird D612, introduced in 2007, is a reflection of the era’s mobile phone technology, focusing on core functionalities over the advanced features found in today’s smartphones. It sports a 1.8-inch display, adequate for the simple user interface of feature phones. Designed primarily for calling and texting, it meets the basic communication needs of its users.

With a 650 mAh battery, the D612 aims for sufficient battery life under typical usage conditions of the time, including making calls, sending SMS, and limited multimedia use. The inclusion of a basic camera allows users to capture photos and videos, albeit with the expected quality limitations of early mobile phone cameras.

The Bird D612 stands out for its simplicity and ease of use, featuring a straightforward keypad and a user-friendly interface. It’s a device suited for those who prefer the tactile feedback of physical buttons and the simplicity of a feature phone experience.