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Huawei Boulder review

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Android
Operating system
Operating system
Android
528 MHz
Processor
Processor
528 MHz
2.6"
Screen Size
Screen Size
2.6"
3+ MP
Camera
Camera
3+ MP
1200 mAh
Battery

What the Critics Are Saying...

Mobile Syrup
Mobile Syrup

The Huawei U8350 is to a smartphone the way that KFC is to chicken. It’s neither gourmet nor special, but it’s delicious for the price — or perhaps because of the price. It really only fulfils the very basic needs of someone who needs a phone that can text, tweet, email and occ...

- Daniel Bader, Mobile Syrup

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Huawei backs up the Boulder with a 1 Year parts & labour warranty.

If your Boulder has problems and is still within its warranty period, you could contact Huawei support or the retailer you purchased the phone from. You'll find Huawei's contact information here. If your phone is off warranty and needs repair for a physical problem such as a broken screen or bad battery, you should visit an authorized service centre or a local phone repair shop. You can also connect with others in The Informr Community Forum to find and share answers to questions.

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Screen Size
2.6"

The Huawei Boulder's screen size is 2.6 inches with x pixels resolution.
Processor
528 MHz

There is a Qualcomm MSM7225 528 MHz processor (CPU).
OS

The phone runs on proprietary operating system firmware.
Camera
3+ MP

You can take photos or capture video with the phone's onboard 3+ MP camera.

There's no secondary front camera.
Storage
512 MB

Internal memory is 512 MB. An external, MicroSD (up to 32 GB) expansion slot is available for increased storage capacity.
Battery
1200mAh

The phone is powered by a Lithium-Ion (Li-Ion), 1200 mAh battery. Huawei's performance ratings are 11.5 days standby time, 270 minutes.

Huawei Boulder Specs

Overview
Release Date November 10, 2011
Regions Available Canada
Operating System

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Processor Qualcomm MSM7225 528 MHz
Internal Storage 512 MB
RAM 256 MB
Hearing Aid Compatible
TTY/TDD
Noise Cancellation
SAR Head: 0.67 W/kg
Body: 1.23 W/kg
Manufacturer Warranty 1 Year
Accessories Included AC Charger, Data Cable, Headset, Manual, Standard Battery
Cellular
Networks
EDGE, HSDPA
Details
Mobile / Cellular Data
Push-to-talk (PTT)
Wi-Fi Calling
Voice over LTE (VoLTE)
SIM card size
Yes
Dual SIM
Connectivity
USB Micro-USB 2.0
USB OTG Support
GPS Type A-GPS
Infrared
Bluetooth 2.1
Bluetooth Profiles A2DP, AVRCP, OPP/FTP, HFP, HSP
Bluetooth Audio Codecs SBC
Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n
Mobile Hotspot
Memory Expansion Slot
Expansion Slot Info MicroSD (up to 32 GB)
NFC
Data Tethering Compatibility
Camera
Main Camera
Resolution / Aperture
 3+ Megapixels
Zoom
 Unknown
Flash
Additional Rear Camera Info
Video Recording Formats
 3GP / 3GPP, H.264 / AVC, MPEG-4
Video Recording Parameters
Front Camera
Resolution / Aperture
Additional Front Camera Info
Video Recording Parameters
Display / Screen
Type Color
Technology LCD (TFT)
Colors 262k
Resolution x pixels
Pixel Density Unknown
Size 2.6 inches
Secondary Display
Sensors Motion / Accelerometer, Digital Compass
Multi-Touch
Fingerprint-Resistant Coating
Additional Display Features Capacitive touch screen, Multi-touch
Power & Battery
Battery Type Lithium-Ion (Li-Ion)
Battery Capacity 1200 mAh
Removable Battery
Wireless Charging
Fast Charging
Video Playback Time Unknown
Internet Use (Wi-Fi) Unknown
Internet Use (Cellular) Unknown
Talk Time Up to 270 minutes
Standby Time Up to 11.5 days
Mixed Usage
Physical Characteristics
Design Type Bar
Colors Black, White
Dimensions [H x W x D] 11.5 x 6.3 x 1.0 cm (4.5 x 2.5 x 0.4 in)
Weight 112 grams
Water Resistant / Waterproof Unknown
Rugged design
IP Rating
Headset Jack 3.5mm
External Speakers
Input / Navigation
Sleep / Wake Key
Home Key
Input / Keyboard Type QWERTY
Navigation Type Touchscreen
External Volume Control
Fingerprint Sensor
More
Additional Information Messaging: SMS, MMS, Google Talk
ROM: 512MB
Multi-Use Smart Phone / PDA: Yes
Graphics: Wallpapers
Backlit Illumination: Yes
Zoom / Magnification: Yes
Predictive Text Entry: No
Keypad/Screen Lock: Yes
Multiple Numbers Per Contact: Email address, Other fields
Voice Activated Dialing: Yes
Photo Caller ID: Yes
Web Browser: Yes
Email Client: Yes
PC Synchronization: OTA
Java Application: Yes
Audio Formats: MIDI, MP3, MP4, AAC, AMR-WB, WAV, OGG, AMR-NB
Video Playback Formats: 3GP / 3GPP, H.264 / AVC, MPEG-4
Streaming Video: Yes
Custom Ringtones: No
Vibration Alert: Yes
Downloadable Ringtones: Yes
Ringer ID: Yes
Speakerphone: Yes
Data Tethering: Yes
Mobile Hotspot: Yes
Radio: Yes (FM)
Wi-fi Encryption: -
Games: Yes
Apps: Downloadable, Pre-installed
Included Software / Apps: -
Calendar, World Clock, Alarm, Calculator, Maps, NotePad

Other Names (AKA): Huawei U8350
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