Celkon A9

NETWORK
Technology GSM
2G bands GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900 – SIM 1 & SIM 2
GPRS Yes
EDGE No
LAUNCH
Announced 2012
Status Discontinued
BODY
Dimensions 120 x 62 x 12.9 mm (4.72 x 2.44 x 0.51 in)
Weight 110 g (3.88 oz)
SIM Dual SIM (Mini-SIM)
DISPLAY
Type TFT, 256K colors
Size 3.5 inches, 34.9 cm2 (~46.9% screen-to-body ratio)
Resolution 480 x 800 pixels, 5:3 ratio (~267 ppi density)
MEMORY
Card slot microSDHC (dedicated slot)
Phonebook 2000 entries
Call records 20 dialed, 20 received, 20 missed calls
MAIN CAMERA
Single 3.15 MP
Video Yes
SELFIE CAMERA
No
ADVERTISEMENT
SOUND
Loudspeaker Yes
3.5mm jack Yes
COMMS
WLAN No
Bluetooth 2.0
Positioning No
Radio Stereo FM radio
USB microUSB
FEATURES
Sensors
Messaging SMS, MMS
Games Yes
Java Yes
SNS applications
MP3/WAV/eAAC player
MP4/H.264 player
Document viewer
Organizer
Voice memo/dial
Predictive text input
BATTERY
Type Li-Ion 1450 mAh battery
Stand-by Up to 500 h
Talk time Up to 6 h 40 min
MISC
Colors Black

Celkon A9 Overall Review

The Celkon A9, launched in 2012, positions itself as a compact and straightforward smartphone, catering to users who favor ease of use and basic functionality over advanced features. It sports a 3.5-inch display, providing a comfortable viewing experience for its time, particularly for basic web browsing, multimedia viewing, and gaming.

Equipped with a 3.15 MP primary camera, the A9 allows for simple photography and video recording. While it may not compete with the high-resolution cameras of modern smartphones, it’s adequate for capturing moments in day-to-day life.

One of the standout features of the Celkon A9 is its 1450 mAh battery, offering a balance between capacity and phone size, aimed at delivering enough power to support the phone’s functionalities throughout the day.

The device’s design is functional, with an emphasis on ease of handling and operation, making it a suitable option for those seeking a no-frills mobile phone experience. Its physical buttons and tactile feedback contribute to its user-friendly interface.