Bird S618

NETWORK
Technology GSM
2G bands GSM 900 / 1800
GPRS No
EDGE No
LAUNCH
Announced 2007
Status Cancelled
BODY
Dimensions 103 x 46 x 11 mm (4.06 x 1.81 x 0.43 in)
Weight 73 g (2.57 oz)
SIM Mini-SIM
DISPLAY
Type Monochrome graphic
Size 1.7 inches, 9.1 cm2 (~19.2% screen-to-body ratio)
Resolution 128 x 160 pixels (~121 ppi density)
MEMORY
Card slot No
Phonebook Yes
Call records 20 dialed, 20 received, 20 missed calls
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 FM radio (optional)
USB No
FEATURES
Sensors
Messaging SMS
Browser No
Games Yes
Java No
FR,HR,EFR,AMR voice codecs
Languages: Chinese, English, French, Arabic, Hindi, Spanish, Portuguese
BATTERY
Type Removable Li-Ion 700 mAh battery
Stand-by Up to 150 h
Talk time Up to 4 h
MISC
Colors Black

Bird S618 Overall Review

The Bird S618, announced in 2007, is a classic representation of the feature phone era, focusing on basic communication functionalities. It features a 1.7-inch display, suitable for its primary purpose: making calls and sending text messages. With a resolution typical for phones of its time, the S618 offers a straightforward user interface, emphasizing ease of use over advanced features.

Powered by a 700 mAh battery, the Bird S618 is designed to last through days of standard usage on a single charge, given its minimal power consumption. This battery life is a significant advantage for users looking for a reliable backup phone or a primary device focused on basic tasks.

The S618’s design is compact and lightweight, making it easily portable, a common trait appreciated in feature phones. While it lacks the multimedia and connectivity capabilities of contemporary smartphones, it serves as a dependable tool for communication, equipped with essential features like SMS, MMS, and basic games.