Celkon C9

NETWORK
Technology GSM
2G bands GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900 – SIM 1 & SIM 2
GPRS Yes
EDGE Yes
LAUNCH
Announced 2010
Status Discontinued
BODY
Dimensions 109 x 60 x 11 mm (4.29 x 2.36 x 0.43 in)
Weight 103 g (3.63 oz)
Keyboard QWERTY
SIM Dual SIM (Mini-SIM)
Trackball
DISPLAY
Type TFT
Size 2.4 inches, 17.8 cm2 (~27.3% screen-to-body ratio)
Resolution 240 x 320 pixels, 4:3 ratio (~167 ppi density)
MEMORY
Card slot microSDHC (dedicated slot)
Phonebook 2000 entries
Call records Yes
MAIN CAMERA
Single 3.2 MP
Video Yes
SELFIE CAMERA
No
ADVERTISEMENT
SOUND
Loudspeaker Yes
3.5mm jack Yes
COMMS
WLAN Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n
Bluetooth Yes
Positioning No
Radio Stereo FM radio
USB Proprietary
FEATURES
Sensors
Messaging SMS, MMS
Games Yes
Java Java
SNS sites shortcuts
Audio/video player
BATTERY
Type Removable Li-Ion 1050 mAh battery
Stand-by Up to 500 h
Talk time Up to 6 h
MISC
Colors Black, White
Price About 20 EUR

Celkon C9 Overall Review

The Celkon C9 is a feature phone that encapsulates the essence of mobile technology from the early 2010s. It features a modest 2.4-inch display, tailored for the fundamental functionalities of calling, texting, and simple multimedia capabilities. The device comes equipped with a 3.2 MP primary camera, adequate for capturing everyday moments with reasonable clarity at the time of its release.

Boasting a 1050 mAh battery, the Celkon C9 provides a commendable battery lifespan given its narrow range of applications, embodying the spirit of the feature phone era by prioritizing reliability and straightforwardness over the complexities of contemporary smartphones. It supports additional storage through a microSD card slot, allowing users to store a variety of media.

The design is uncomplicated, featuring a numeric keypad that offers tactile feedback for effortless typing. Its compact form factor ensures excellent portability, easily fitting into the hand or pocket.

Pros and Cons

Pros:

  • Compact and sturdy design.
  • Satisfactory battery life for basic tasks.
  • Intuitive user interface, accessible for all users.
  • Expandable storage via microSD card, enhancing media storage flexibility.

Cons:

  • Limited functionalities compared to modern smartphones.
  • Basic camera quality by current standards.
  • Lacks support for contemporary apps and connectivity options like WiFi and 4G.