Innostream INNO 55

Innostream INNO 55 Overview

The Innostream INNO 55, released in September 2005, was a simple slider phone targeting users seeking a basic and portable communication device with a few additional features.

Pros:

• Compact and lightweight: Weighing only 88 grams and measuring 85 x 42 x 22 mm, the INNO 55 offered good portability.
• Long battery life: The 830mAh battery provided up to 1.2 weeks of standby time and 6 hours of talk time.
• Basic functionality: It catered to essential communication needs with features like voice calling, SMS, MMS, and a phonebook with photo capabilities.
• VGA camera: While offering very low resolution (640 x 480 pixels) compared to modern standards, it was a unique feature for a basic phone of the time.
• Digital zoom: The camera included limited digital zoom functionality.
• Video recorder: Although the resolution was likely very low, the INNO 55 offered basic video recording capabilities.

Cons:

• Outdated technology: Released in 2005, the INNO 55 is significantly outdated by today’s standards.
• Limited functionality: It lacks features commonly found in modern phones, such as internet access, apps, GPS, advanced camera features, and high-resolution display.
• Low-resolution display: The color TFT display offered a resolution of only 128 x 160 pixels, resulting in poor visual quality compared to modern phone screens.
• Discontinued: The INNO 55 is a discontinued phone, meaning spare parts and software updates are likely unavailable.