Vodafone Smart E9 specs, review, price
New phones and accessories get introduced into the market almost every day. The latest phone always has a thing or two better than the previous ones. Vodafone released the Vodafone Smart E9 in 2018. The smartphone runs on Android version 8.1 Go Edition (Oreo). The Vodafone Smart E9 price in Nigeria is 25,480 Naira.
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Vodafone Smart E9 is yet another flagship gadget from the phone manufacturer. The device offers admirable features that you may not expect for a phone worth the figure mentioned above. What is unique about Vodafone Smart E9?
Vodafone Smart E9 overview
Does Vodafone Smart E9 meet the expectations of its users? Here are some of the pros and cons of this particular device.
The good
- The phone is lightweight and easy to hold, and thus you can use it comfortably with one hand
- It has a large display, and therefore, you can see texts and images clearly on the screen.
The bad
- It has low-grade rear and front cameras
Vodafone Smart E9 Specs
The Vodafone Smart E9 specifications are as follows.
- Release date: December 2018
- Screen size: 5.0 inches
- Display: IPS LCD
- Screen resolution: 480 x 960 pixels
- Body material: Front glass and plastic body
- Operating system: Android version 8.1 Go Edition (Oreo)
- Memory: 1 GB RAM and 8 GB ROM
- Expandable memory: MicroSD of up to 32 GB
- Rear camera: 5 megapixels
- Front camera: 2 megapixels
- Pixel density: 215 ppi
- Battery capacity: 2000 mAh
- Chipset: Mediatek MT6739 (28 nm)
- CPU: Quad-core 1.5 GHz Cortex-A53
- GPU: PowerVR GE8100
- Dimensions: 137.6 x 65.7 x 9.8 mm (5.42 x 2.59 x 0.39 in)
- Weight: 134 grams (4.7 oz)
- SIM card: Single SIM (Nano-SIM) or Dual SIM (Nano-SIM, dual stand-by)
- USB: MicroUSB 2.0
- Bluetooth connectivity: v 4.2, A2DP, LE
- Sensors: Accelerometer, proximity, and light sensor
- Color: Anthracite
Hardware
These are some of the hardware features of the Vodafone Smart E9.
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Design
Other than its low price, the smartphone has a beautiful design. With a weight of 134 g and dimensions of 137.6 x 65.7 x 9.8 mm, the gadget is light and easy to hold. You can, therefore, feel comfortable as you walk around with it. It is made up of a plastic body and front glass. The materials do not make the phone waterproof, and the device is prone to breakage. Thus, there is a need for proper handling.
The power and volume buttons are on the right side of the phone. It has a USB port that doubles up as a charging port on the lower side. A 3.5 mm headset jack is on the upper edge of the phone.
Display
Vodafone Smart E9 comes with a 5-inch IPS LCD capacitive touch screen. With a screen resolution of 480 x 960 pixels, texts and images are clear. The display is good enough for regular use. It has a pixel density of 215 ppi and an aspect ratio of 18:9. The screen has 16M colors, which bring variety and improves the aesthetic of the device.
Processor, storage & performance
The smartphone has a Quad-core 1.5 GHz Cortex-A53 CPU. It has a RAM of 1 GB and an internal storage capacity of 8 GB. The storage space can be expanded to a maximum of 32 GB, enabling the user to store numerous documents, music and video files. However, the 1 GB RAM is not suitable for large applications because it is likely to lag when they run on this operating system.
Vodafone Smart E9 battery
It has a Lithium-ion battery of capacity 2000 mAh. This a standard capacity battery and can last for a full day if the phone only deals with phone calls. The phone does not support fast charging, and in case of power depletion, one has to suffer the burden of waiting for long to charge it.
Speaker & call quality
The speakers are of high quality. You get the best experience when communicating on the phone and admirable sound quality when listening to music. It has a headset jack that allows you to connect earphones to the device.
Software
There are numerous details related to the software features of the Vodafone Smart E9. Below are some of the features.
Operating system & features
It runs on the Android v8.1 Go Edition (Oreo). It comes with sensors that facilitate a better user experience. Some of the sensors are an accelerometer, which measures the tilt and phone orientation. It also has a proximity sensor that detects how close the gadget is to external objects such as the ear. Unfortunately, it has no fingerprint scanner and Face ID.
Camera, video, and image quality
Very few Android gadgets come without autofocus. It is, therefore, evident that this feature cannot be left out on such a unique phone. It has two cameras, a front camera of 2 megapixels and a rear camera of 5 megapixels. It has an LED flash and can take videos of 720p@30fps. The video and image quality are not as good as that of most gadgets in the market.
Network and connectivity
It supports 2G, 3G and 4G networks, GSM 850/900/1800/1900, Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n and A-GPS. The phone has an FM radio that connects to different radio stations when headphones are plugged in. Additionally, the microUSB 2.0 port enables the phone to connect to laptops and serves as a charging port as well.
Vodafone Smart E9 price
How much is the phone in Nigeria? The Vodafone Smart E9 is affordable, and you can purchase it at any phone dealers' shops in the country at a value of 25,480 Naira.
Vodafone Smart E9 reviews
Since its entry into the market in 2018, several people have come in contact with the Vodafone Smart E9. These are the comments and reviews from some of the users.
- Marto71: Great phone easy to use. Fast wifi Bluetooth work well. Even discovered a lite surprise. It allows me to use PayPass! Best value phone ever!
- Aussie: Purchased last week for $49.50. ItÂ’s an excellent device worth every dollar . No wifi issues.
Verdict
Vodafone is one of the best mobile phone manufacturers in the world. It is known for quality phones, and Vodafone Smart E9 is not a disappointment either. Considering its affordable price and the features the Vodafone Smart E9 comes with, it is a gadget you can use comfortably.
Vodafone Smart E9 is a fantastic smartphone. Despite poor quality cameras, it has an ample storage space in which you can store a substantial amount of data. It also comes at an affordable price of 25,480 Naira.
Source: Legit.ng
