Parla Sonic 3.5S

NETWORK
Technology GSM / HSPA
2G bands GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900 – SIM 1 & SIM 2
3G bands HSDPA 850 / 1900 – SM35SH079
HSDPA 900 / 2100 – SM35SH083
Speed HSPA 21.1/5.76 Mbps
LAUNCH
Announced 2015, June. Released 2015, July
Status Discontinued
BODY
Dimensions 117.8 x 63 x 11.7 mm (4.64 x 2.48 x 0.46 in)
Weight 98 g (3.46 oz)
SIM Dual SIM (Mini-SIM/ Micro-SIM)
DISPLAY
Type TFT, 256K colors
Size 3.5 inches, 36.5 cm2 (~49.2% screen-to-body ratio)
Resolution 320 x 480 pixels, 3:2 ratio (~165 ppi density)
PLATFORM
OS Android 4.4 (KitKat)
Chipset Spreadtrum 7715
CPU 1.0 GHz Cortex-A7
GPU Mali-400
MEMORY
Card slot microSDHC
Internal 512MB 256MB RAM
MAIN CAMERA
Single 2 MP, AF
Features LED flash, HDR
Video 480p@30fps
SELFIE CAMERA
No
ADVERTISEMENT
SOUND
Loudspeaker Yes
3.5mm jack Yes
COMMS
WLAN Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n, hotspot
Bluetooth 2.1, EDR
Positioning A-GPS only
NFC No
Radio Stereo FM radio
USB microUSB 2.0
FEATURES
Sensors Accelerometer
BATTERY
Type Li-Ion 1300 mAh, removable
Stand-by Up to 171 h (3G)
Talk time Up to 3 h 30 min (3G)
MISC
Colors Black, White

Parla Sonic 3.5S Overall Review

The Parla Sonic 3.5S, announced in June 2015, marks a distinct entry in the budget smartphone market, focusing on delivering essential features within a compact framework. Sporting a 3.5-inch display, this device caters to users looking for a smartphone that is easy to handle and navigate. Powered by a Spreadtrum 7715 chipset and equipped with 512 MB of storage and 256 MB of RAM, the Sonic 3.5S is tailored for basic tasks such as calling, texting, and light app use.

Photography on the Parla Sonic 3.5S is handled by a 2 MP primary camera, suitable for capturing simple snapshots. While it may not compete with higher-end models in image quality, it serves the purpose for basic photography needs. The device runs on Android, offering access to a vast array of apps and services.

One of the notable features is its 1300 mAh battery, which is expected to provide adequate power for a day’s use, considering the phone’s modest hardware requirements. The Sonic 3.5S is an excellent example of a device that sticks to the basics, ensuring that users can perform essential functions without the complexity or cost of more advanced smartphones.

Parla Sonic 3.5S

Parla Sonic 3.5S