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ZTE Agent review

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The ZTE Agent currently has an Informr score of 5 out of 10. This score is based on our evaluation of 2 sources including reviews from users and the web's most trusted critics.


Custom
Operating system
Operating system
Custom
Unknown
Processor
Processor
Unknown
2.4"
Screen Size
Screen Size
2.4"
1+ MP
Camera
Camera
1+ MP
900 mAh
Battery


What the Critics Are Saying...


PC Magazine
PC Magazine

It's a cheap, average cell phone for MetroPCS. It's got a nice big screen and a decent MP3 player, but reception is poor and call quality is just average.

- Alex Colon, PC Magazine
Cnet
Cnet

We haven't seen a ZTE cell phone for MetroPCS for some time, and the last phone that the Chinese manufacturer produced was the Salute, a vertical slider for Verizon. The ZTE Agent returns ZTE to its U.S. roots, making entry-level cell phones meant for talking, with a few additional features. As a pr...

- Jessica Dolcourt, Cnet


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ZTE backs up the Agent with a 1 Year parts & labour warranty.


If your Agent has problems and is still within its warranty period, you could contact ZTE support or the retailer you purchased the phone from. You'll find ZTE'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
2.4"

The ZTE Agent's screen size is 2.4 inches with x pixels resolution.

Processor
Unknown

There is a processor (CPU).

OS

The phone runs on proprietary operating system firmware.

Camera
1+ MP

You can take photos or capture video with the phone's onboard 1+ MP camera.

There's no secondary front camera.

Storage
160 MB

Internal memory is 160 MB. No external card slot is available for expansion.

Battery
900mAh

The phone is powered by a Lithium-Ion (Li-Ion), 900 mAh battery. ZTE's performance ratings are 9 days standby time, 360 minutes.

ZTE Agent Specs

Overview
Release Date September 4, 2010
Regions Available USA
Operating System No

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Processor
Internal Storage 160 MB
RAM No
Hearing Aid Compatible Yes
TTY/TDD Yes
Noise Cancellation No
SAR Head: 1.23 W/kg
Body: 0.771 W/kg
Manufacturer Warranty 1 Year
Accessories Included AC Charger, Manual, Standard Battery
Cellular
Networks
1xRTT
Mobile / Cellular Data
Push-to-talk (PTT) No
Wi-Fi Calling No
Voice over LTE (VoLTE) No
SIM card size
No
Dual SIM No
Connectivity
USB Micro-USB 2.0
USB OTG Support No
Infrared No
Bluetooth 2.1
Bluetooth Profiles A2DP, AVRCP, OPP/FTP, HFP, HSP
Bluetooth Audio Codecs SBC
Wi-Fi No
Mobile Hotspot No
Memory Expansion Slot No
Expansion Slot Info
NFC No
Data Tethering Compatibility No
Camera
Main Camera
Resolution / Aperture
1+ Megapixels
Zoom
Yes
Flash
No
Additional Rear Camera Info
Video Recording Parameters
Front Camera
Resolution / Aperture
Additional Front Camera Info
No
Video Recording Parameters
Display / Screen
Type Color
Technology LCD (TFT)
Colors 262k
Resolution x pixels
Pixel Density Unknown
Size 2.4 inches
Secondary Display No
Multi-Touch No
Fingerprint-Resistant Coating No
Additional Display Features -
Power & Battery
Battery Type Lithium-Ion (Li-Ion)
Battery Capacity 900 mAh
Removable Battery Yes
Wireless Charging
Fast Charging No
Video Playback Time Unknown
Internet Use (Wi-Fi) Unknown
Internet Use (Cellular) Unknown
Talk Time Up to 360 minutes
Standby Time Up to 9 days
Mixed Usage
Physical Characteristics
Design Type Bar
Colors Black
Dimensions [H x W x D] 10.9 x 4.8 x 1.5 cm (4.3 x 1.9 x 0.6 in)
Weight 100 grams
Water Resistant / Waterproof Unknown
Rugged design No
IP Rating No
Headset Jack 3.5mm
External Speakers No
Input / Navigation
Sleep / Wake Key No
Home Key No
Input / Keyboard Type Standard / 12-key Numeric
Navigation Type D-pad
External Volume Control Yes
Fingerprint Sensor No
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Additional Information Messaging: SMS, MMS, IM
Graphics: Yes
Backlit Illumination: Yes
Predictive Text Entry: Yes
Voicemail Key: Yes
Any Key Answer: Yes
Keypad/Screen Lock: Yes
Multiple Numbers Per Contact: Email address
Photo Caller ID: Yes
Web Browser: Yes
Email Client: Yes
PC Synchronization: No
Brew Applications: Yes
Audio Formats: MP3
Custom Ringtones: No
Vibration Alert: Yes
Downloadable Ringtones: Yes
Speakerphone: Yes
Wi-fi Encryption: -
Games: Downloadable, Pre-installed
Apps: Downloadable
Included Software / Apps: -
Calendar, World Clock, Alarm, Stop Watch, Calculator, Voice Memos / Recorder

Other Names (AKA): ZTE E520
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