Gigabyte GSmart

NETWORK
Technology GSM / HSPA
2G bands GSM 900 / 1800
3G bands HSDPA 900 / 2100
Speed HSPA 7.2/0.384 Mbps
LAUNCH
Announced Not officially announced yet
Status Cancelled
BODY
Dimensions 103 x 54 x 13.4 mm (4.06 x 2.13 x 0.53 in)
Weight
SIM Mini-SIM
Trackball
DISPLAY
Type TFT, 256K colors
Size 2.8 inches, 24.3 cm2 (~43.7% screen-to-body ratio)
Resolution 240 x 320 pixels, 4:3 ratio (~143 ppi density)
PLATFORM
OS Android 1.6 (Donut)
Chipset Qualcomm MSM7225 Snapdragon S1
CPU 528 MHz ARM 11
GPU No
MEMORY
Card slot microSDHC (dedicated slot)
Internal 256MB RAM, 512MB
MAIN CAMERA
Single 2 MP, AF
Video Yes
SELFIE CAMERA
SOUND
Loudspeaker Yes
3.5mm jack Yes
COMMS
WLAN Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g
Bluetooth 2.0, A2DP
Positioning GPS, A-GPS
USB Proprietary
FEATURES
Sensors Accelerometer
Browser HTML
Dedicated search key
MP3/eAAC+/WAV/WMA9 player
MP4/H.264/WMV9 player
Photo editor
Organizer
Voice memo
Predictive text input
BATTERY
Type Removable Li-Ion 1500 mAh battery
MISC
Colors Black

Gigabyte GSmart Overall

The Gigabyte GSmart represents an early foray into the Android ecosystem, featuring specifications that cater to basic smartphone functionalities. With a modest 2.8″ display, it caters to users looking for a compact device, diverging from the trend of ever-larger screens. Powered by a Snapdragon S1 chipset and equipped with a 2 MP primary camera, it aims to fulfill essential tasks without the bells and whistles of higher-end smartphones. Its 1500 mAh battery and 256 MB RAM highlight its positioning as an entry-level phone, designed for those who prioritize straightforward, fundamental phone use over advanced features.

Despite its limitations, such as a smaller display and minimal camera capabilities, the GSmart could appeal to a niche audience seeking simplicity and the core experiences of Android functionality. This device, marking Gigabyte’s commitment to providing a range of options in the smartphone market, underscores the diversity available to consumers, offering basic performance that could suit first-time smartphone users or those desiring a secondary, minimalist device.