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ZTE Z221
ZTE Z221
ZTE Z221
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Custom
Operating system
Operating system
Custom
Unknown
Processor
Processor
Unknown
2"
Screen Size
Screen Size
2"
3+ MP
Camera
Camera
3+ MP
900 mAh
Battery



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Common Questions


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ZTE backs up the Z221 with a 1 Year parts & labour warranty.


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Screen Size
2"

The ZTE Z221's screen size is 2 inches with x pixels resolution.

Processor
Unknown

There is a 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
142 MB

Internal memory is 142 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 8.5 days standby time, 180 minutes.

ZTE Z221 Specs

Overview
Release Date September 27, 2011
Regions Available USA
Operating System No

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Processor
Internal Storage 142 MB
RAM 64 MB
Hearing Aid Compatible Yes
TTY/TDD Yes
Noise Cancellation No
SAR Head: 0.622 W/kg
Body: 0.667 W/kg
Manufacturer Warranty 1 Year
Accessories Included AC Charger, Manual, Standard Battery
Cellular
Networks
EDGE, HSDPA 3.6
Mobile / Cellular Data
Push-to-talk (PTT) No
Wi-Fi Calling No
Voice over LTE (VoLTE) No
SIM card size
Yes
Dual SIM No
Connectivity
USB Mini-USB 2.0
USB OTG Support No
Infrared No
Bluetooth 2.0
Bluetooth Profiles A2DP
Bluetooth Audio Codecs SBC
Wi-Fi No
Mobile Hotspot No
Memory Expansion Slot No
Expansion Slot Info
NFC No
Data Tethering Compatibility Yes
Camera
Main Camera
Resolution / Aperture
3+ Megapixels
Zoom
5x digital
Flash
No
Additional Rear Camera Info
Effects
Video Recording Formats
3GP / 3GPP, H.264 / AVC, MPEG-4, WMV
Video Recording Parameters
15 fps
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 inches
Secondary Display Monochrome LCD (STN), 96 x 96 pixels, 1 inches
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 180 minutes
Standby Time Up to 8.5 days
Mixed Usage
Physical Characteristics
Design Type Flip
Colors Black
Dimensions [H x W x D] 9.6 x 4.9 x 1.9 cm (3.8 x 1.9 x 0.7 in)
Weight 92 grams
Water Resistant / Waterproof Unknown
Rugged design No
IP Rating No
Headset Jack 3.5mm
External Speakers Yes
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
More
Additional Information Messaging: SMS, MMS, IM, AIM, Yahoo, Windows Live
ROM: 128MB
Graphics: Wallpapers
Backlit Illumination: Yes
Predictive Text Entry: Yes
Voicemail Key: Yes
Any Key Answer: Yes
Keypad/Screen Lock: Yes
Contact List Capacity: 500
Multiple Numbers Per Contact:
Photo Caller ID: Yes
Web Browser: Yes
Email Client: Yes
PC Synchronization: No
Brew Applications: Yes
Audio Formats: MIDI, MP3, eAAC+, AAC+, AAC, AMR-WB, WMA, WAV, AMR-NB
Video Playback Formats: H.264 / AVC, MPEG-4, WMV
Custom Ringtones: No
Vibration Alert: Yes
Downloadable Ringtones: Yes
Speakerphone: Yes
Data Tethering: Yes
Wi-fi Encryption: -
Games: Downloadable
Apps: Downloadable
Included Software / Apps: -
Calendar, World Clock, Alarm, Stop Watch, Calculator, Currency Converter, Voice Memos / Recorder

Other Names (AKA): AT&T Z221
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