When the iPhone appeared in 2007, it changed our idea of what a mobile phone should be. It also changed how much we expected to pay for one. Smartphones started off pricier than their button-based ancestors, and they’ve got even more expensive since, with high-end models now over £600. This one costs a tenth of that, putting it back within the budget of anyone who just wants a basic pocket device for phone calls, messaging, web browsing or entertainment.
“If you want a basic pocket device, this is a real bargain” Like an old-school ‘dumbphone’, it has a plain plastic back that pops off to reveal the removable battery, SIM and optional microSD card. On the front is a 5in screen, which is physically big, but lacking in pixels: the…
