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Motorola DEFYplus

Motorola DEFYplus

Brand: MOTOROLA
Category: Smart Phones
  • Display: 3.7" Inch
  • Camera: 5MP (480p)
  • RAM: 512MB RAM
  • Processor: TI OMAP 3620
  • Battery: 1700mAh
  • Launch Date: 2011, September
  • Storage: 2GB 512MB RAM storage, microSDHC slot
  • OS: Android 2.3
  • Body: 118g, 13.4mm thickness

Specs

Network

Technology GSM / HSPA
2G bands GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900
3G bands HSDPA 900 / 2100
HSDPA 850 / 2100
HSDPA 850 / 1900
Speed HSPA 7.2/2 Mbps

Launch

Announced 2011, August. Released 2011, September
Status Discontinued

Body

Dimensions 107 x 59 x 13.4 mm (4.21 x 2.32 x 0.53 in)
Weight 118 g (4.16 oz)
SIM Mini-SIM
Ingress Protection IP67 dust/water resistant (up to 1m for 30 min)

Display

Type TFT
Size 3.7 inches, 37.7 cm2 (~59.8% screen-to-body ratio)
Resolution 480 x 854 pixels, 16:9 ratio (~265 ppi density)
Protection Corning Gorilla Glass
Touch sensitive controls
MOTOBLUR UI with Live Widgets

Platform

OS Android 2.3 (Gingerbread)
Chipset TI OMAP 3620
CPU 1.0 GHz Cortex-A8
GPU PowerVR SGX530

Memory

Card slot microSDHC (dedicated slot), 2 GB included
Internal 2GB 512MB RAM

Main Camera

Primary Camera 5 MP, AF
Features LED flash
Video 480p@30fps

Selfie camera

Primary Camera No

Sound

Loudspeaker Yes
3.5mm jack Yes

Comms

WLAN Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, DLNA, hotspot
Bluetooth 2.1, A2DP, EDR
Positioning GPS, A-GPS
Radio Stereo FM radio, RDS
USB microUSB 2.0

Features

Sensors Accelerometer, proximity, compass
Extras MP3/WAV/WMA/AAC+ player
MP4/WMV/H.264 player
Document viewer
Photo viewer/editor
Organizer
Voice memo/dial/commands
Predictive text input

Battery

Type Removable Li-Po 1700 mAh battery
Stand By Up to 384 h
Talk Time Up to 7 h 10 min

Misc

Colors Black, White
Price About 170 EUR

Test Results

EU LABEL

Our Rating

The overall rating is based on review by our experts

6.5
  • Design 9 / 10
  • Display 7 / 10
  • Camera 6 / 10
  • Auto Focus 6 / 10
  • Image Quality 5 / 10
  • Performance 5 / 10
  • Features 7 / 10
  • Connectivity 7 / 10
  • Call Quality 8 / 10
  • Multimedia 6 / 10
  • Usability 6 / 10
  • Video Quality 4 / 10
  • Battery 8 / 10

PROS

  1. IP67 Rating: Certified dustproof and water-resistant, capable of surviving submersion.
  2. Durable Build: Rubberized casing and rugged design protect against drops and rough handling.
  3. Gorilla Glass: Scratch-resistant screen helps maintain display clarity in harsh conditions.
  4. Decent Battery Life: Includes a 1700 mAh removable battery, offering good longevity for its time.
  5. 1 GHz Processor: Features an improved 1 GHz single-core processor compared to the original Defy.
  6. Compact Size: 3.7-inch display makes the device comfortable to hold and easy to use with one hand.
  7. Good Call Quality: Excellent signal reception and clear voice quality.
  8. Expandable Storage: Supports microSD cards up to 32GB to supplement internal storage.
  9. Loud Speaker: Good, loud output for ringtones and speakerphone usage.
  10. Value for Money: Provided a rugged Android experience at a competitive mid-range price point.

CONS

  1. Low RAM: Only 512MB of RAM causes multitasking to be sluggish.
  2. Outdated Android: Shipped with Android 2.3 Gingerbread with no official upgrade to ICS.
  3. No Front Camera: Lacks a front-facing camera for video calls.
  4. MotoBlur UI: The pre-installed MotoBlur software is demanding and can slow down the interface.
  5. Weak Camera: 5MP camera struggles with moving subjects and produces mediocre low-light photos.
  6. Limited Video Resolution: Video recording is limited to 480p, which is low for a 5MP sensor.
  7. Poor Sun Visibility: Display brightness is inadequate for clear viewing in direct sunlight.
  8. Loose/Creaky Build: Despite being rugged, the plastic body can feel cheap or creaky.
  9. Small Internal Memory: Only 2GB internal memory, restricting the number of apps that can be installed.
  10. Screen Sensitivity Issues: Occasional issues with touch responsiveness, particularly when wet.

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