Table of contents:
- Alcatel U5 datasheet
- A camera with Snapchat masks
- Alcatel U5 HD photo gallery
- Textured design on the case and HD display
- Limited technical section but with the latest version of Android
- Autonomy, price and opinions
Nice, simple and cheap. That is the recipe for the success of the Alcatel U5, a 5-inch mobile aimed at young audiences. We focus on the slightly higher version called Alcatel U5 HD. This team has a curious texture in the housing area that gives it a very differential touch. In addition, one of its greatest attractions is its selfie camera. The company has incorporated a tool to include various masks on our face, in the purest MSQRD or Snapchat style. The Alcatel U5 has been presented alongside its Alcatel A5 LED and Alcatel A3 siblings. We tell you its main characteristics.
Alcatel U5 datasheet
| screen | 5-inch HD 1,280 x 720 pixels | |
| Main chamber | 8 megapixels, HDR, LED flash | |
| Camera for selfies | 5 megapixels | |
| Internal memory | 8 GB internal storage | |
| Extension | Expandable via microSD card up to 32GB | |
| Processor and RAM | Mediatek MT6737 Quad Core (1GB RAM) | |
| Drums | 2,200 mAh | |
| Operating system | Android 7.0 Nougat | |
| Connections | BT 4.2, GPS, MicroUSB, NFC | |
| SIM | DualSIM | |
| Design | Gray and black with blue frame | |
| Dimensions | 141.8 x 71.4 x 8.95 millimeters (135 grams) | |
| Featured Features | Camera masks | |
| Release date | May | |
| Price | 99 euros (100 euros) |
A camera with Snapchat masks
The Alcatel U5 is a mobile designed for a young audience. His ease is present in his cameras. And it is that the company has incorporated mask effects so that the photos or selfies that we take are more fun. In the style of Snapchat, Facebook Live or even WhatsApp, which has also begun to enter this world with its WhatsApp States.
Apart from the masks, the main camera has a resolution of 8 megapixels, LED flash and autofocus. It is not a very powerful lens, but the inclusion of HDR mode is appreciated to improve taking photos at sunsets. Video recording amounts to 720p.
As for the camera for selfies, it also has these add-ons of masks. Its resolution is 5 megapixels and incorporates an LED flash. It is a very interesting addition to enhance photos taken at night.
Alcatel U5 HD photo gallery
Textured design on the case and HD display
The design of this model follows that casual line. Probably the most interesting thing is its geometric texture of the case, which gives it a plus of differentiation. The Alcatel U5 will be available in two different configurations. One in gray and the other in black. This second configuration has the appeal of having a blue frame that increases its appeal. The part of the shell is slightly curved on the sides to facilitate grip.
The dimensions of the Alcatel U5 are placed at 141.8 x 71.4 x 8.95 millimeters, along with a weight of 135 grams.
And what about the screen? The truth is that it more than meets what we could expect from a 100 euro mobile. Its panel is in the 5 inches and has HD resolution of 1,280 x 720 pixels. In principle, a good level of detail for menus and apps. Where we can notice more limitations is when facing this phone with powerful videos, movies or games.
Limited technical section but with the latest version of Android
It is evident that we are not facing a mobile designed for the most powerful Android games. But the company has made an effort to bring the latest in software to this entry phone. The Alcatel U5 incorporates the latest version of Android 7 Nougat, something that is welcome since many firms tend to incorporate more obsolete versions of the system to their entry phones.
As for the processor, we have a 1.3 GHz quad-core Mediatek chip that is combined with a 1 GB RAM. A fairly limited set that will give you just enough to chat and use basic apps and games.
There is not much to highlight about the internal memory, which is placed at 8 GB. Considering the fun camera options and the tendency to take a lot of photos, it is very likely that we will have to use an extra memory to be able to store all the images and videos. For this, we can choose to expand the available space both through a microSD card and through an online storage system.
Autonomy, price and opinions
In the bowels of this team we have a battery with 2,200 milliamps. According to the official data of the firm, that allows us a talk time of more than four hours.
The Alcatel U5 (HD) will hit the market from May, at a round price of 99 euros (100 euros). Undoubtedly, a small investment that brings this mobile to all pockets. Due to its characteristics, it is an excellent option for the young public or for users who want to buy an Android mobile for the first time but are not convinced.
In addition, it has two very interesting extras for young people. On the one hand, its textured design on the casing that gives it a more attractive touch. Especially in the model with a blue frame. On the other hand, the cameras of this model incorporate a function to add masks to the photos that we take both in the main and secondary cameras.
