Bird S669

NETWORK
Technology GSM
2G bands GSM 900 / 1800
GPRS No
EDGE No
LAUNCH
Announced 2007
Status Discontinued
BODY
Dimensions 104 x 45.5 x 15.7 mm (4.09 x 1.79 x 0.62 in)
Weight 75 g (2.65 oz)
SIM Mini-SIM
DISPLAY
Type CSTN, 65K colors
Size 1.5 inches, 7.3 cm2 (~15.3% screen-to-body ratio)
Resolution 128 x 128 pixels, 1:1 ratio (~121 ppi density)
MEMORY
Card slot No
Phonebook Yes
Call records 20 dialed, 20 received, 20 missed calls
CAMERA
No
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SOUND
Loudspeaker No
Alert types Vibration; Downloadable polyphonic, MIDI ringtones
3.5mm jack No
COMMS
WLAN No
Bluetooth No
Positioning No
Radio No
USB No
FEATURES
Sensors
Messaging SMS
Browser No
Games Yes
Java No
FR,HR,EFR voice codecs
Languages: Chinese, English, French, Arabic
BATTERY
Type Removable Li-Ion 500 mAh battery
Stand-by Up to 140 h
Talk time Up to 3 h
MISC
Colors Silver, Blue, Red

Bird S669 Overall Review

The Bird S669 is a classic example of the ultra-compact feature phones that were prevalent in the mid-2000s. It boasts a tiny 1.5-inch display, a design choice that prioritizes portability and simplicity over the multimedia capabilities that have become standard in today’s smartphones. This phone is emblematic of a time when mobile devices were primarily used for voice calls and text messaging.

With a 500 mAh battery, the S669 is tailored for minimal power consumption, reflecting its limited feature set. This battery size is indicative of the device’s intended use as a secondary or emergency phone, with extended standby times rather than heavy daily usage.

Despite its basic functionality, the Bird S669 includes essential features such as an FM radio, providing users with access to music and news broadcasts without the need for a data connection. This inclusion highlights the phone’s role as a simple, yet functional device for users with straightforward mobile needs.