Haier K3

NETWORK
Technology GSM
2G bands GSM 900 / 1800
GPRS Class 10
EDGE No
LAUNCH
Announced 2010. Released 2010
Status Discontinued
BODY
Dimensions 109 x 51 x 17.4 mm (4.29 x 2.01 x 0.69 in)
Weight
SIM Dual SIM (Mini-SIM)
DISPLAY
Type TFT, 65K colors
Size 2.6 inches, 19.2 cm2 (~34.6% screen-to-body ratio)
Resolution 240 x 400 pixels, 5:3 ratio (~179 ppi density)
MEMORY
Card slot microSD (dedicated slot)
Phonebook Yes
Call records Yes
MAIN CAMERA
Single VGA
Video No
SELFIE CAMERA
No
ADVERTISEMENT
SOUND
Loudspeaker Yes
3.5mm jack No
COMMS
WLAN No
Bluetooth 2.0
Positioning No
Radio FM radio
USB No
FEATURES
Sensors
Messaging SMS, MMS
Browser WAP 2.0/xHTML
Games No
Java Yes, MIDP 2.0
MP3/MP4 player
Predictive text input
BATTERY
Type Removable Li-Ion 1000 mAh battery
MISC
Colors White, Black

Haier K3 Overall Review

The Haier K3, announced in 2010, is a feature phone that harks back to a simpler era of mobile technology. It sports a 2.6-inch display, offering a basic yet functional interface for users primarily focused on calling and messaging. This model reflects the period’s demand for compact and durable devices, emphasizing ease of use over the multifunctionality prevalent in today’s smartphones.

With a 1000 mAh battery, the K3 is designed to meet the day-to-day needs of its users, ensuring longevity and reliability. The inclusion of a 0.3 MP camera might seem modest by modern standards, but it serves the fundamental purpose of capturing quick photos in daily situations.

Despite its basic feature set, the Haier K3 includes necessary functionalities like an FM radio, providing entertainment and news on the go. It’s a phone that appeals to those seeking simplicity, durability, and the essential features of a mobile phone without the complexities and distractions of a smartphone.