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Easiest possible smartphone

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  • 26-10-2021 4:08pm
    #1
    Boulevardier
    Registered Users Posts: 1,375 ✭✭✭


    I have been using an old-style mobile for the last few years, having had a lot of difficulties trying to use a smartphone a few years ago, in particular because I could not get the on-screen keypad to respond to my touch.

    I would now like to have another go at using a smartphone, based on these specs:

    Pre-pay with my present number and SIM

    Keypad suitable for clumsy fingers

    Good standby time/time between recharges

    Not paying for internet access when not actually on internet (perhaps wi-fi only connection)?

    Camera not a priority

    Price range up to about 200 Euro but would go higher if the phone was really suitable.

    Any advice gratefully received.



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    #2
    Boulevardier
    Registered Users Posts: 1,375 ✭✭✭Boulevardier


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    #3
    [Deleted User]
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    The Moto G8 Power lite probably suit your needs. Its 110 euro in Argos and has an excellent battery and a large screen.

    Is the phone just for making calls and texts or are you planning on using it for anything else?

    Any smartphone your going to have turn off data if you don't intend on using it.



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    #4
    Boulevardier
    Registered Users Posts: 1,375 ✭✭✭Boulevardier


    Thanks, UFC.

    I would use the phone for calls, texts, Whatsapp, some intermittent internet activity and some apps.

    I am not interested in taking pictures, gaming or constant internet availability.



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    ED E
    Registered Users Posts: 36,166 ✭✭✭✭ED E


    a few years ago, in particular because I could not get the on-screen keypad to respond to my touch

    How many years? If long enough ago + cheap enough you might have had a resistive screen which is pretty dire. Also the smaller units are harder to type on.

    Good standby time/time between recharges

    Even a good phone will be like 2 -> 2.5 days. A feature phone can last 10 or more. It'll never really compete on that level.


    G8 Power lite or G8 Play would be good.



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    #6
    riclad
    Registered Users Posts: 8,184 ✭✭✭riclad


    Every android has a simple interface menu, go to settings, simple mode, wait, a few seconds,https://www.kelco.ie/post/activate-simple-mode-android


    Most android phones use the standard stock, interface, ui, the difference,is the brand, name, screen size, battery size, is it 32gig, 64, gig storage, camera, you can buy a huawei phone 6.2 inch screen good battery life for, 150 euro, even camera,s on 80 euro phones are pretty good.

    i think Sony make good smartphones with good battery life my phone can last for 2 days, it mostly depends on if i use it for youtube, browsing , how long the battery last .

    see phone x Review before you buy ,eg review sony sl70 ,battery life, i dont care about super hd camera,s so i,m never going to buy an iphone. i take maybe 1 photo a month.



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