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Huawei Ascend P1 review

7.2/10 AVG.
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7.2/10
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The Huawei Ascend P1 currently has an Informr score of 7.2 out of 10. This score is based on our evaluation of 19 sources including reviews from users and the web's most trusted critics.


Android
Operating system
Operating system
Android
1.5 GHz
Processor
Processor
1.5 GHz
4.3"
Screen Size
Screen Size
4.3"
8+ MP
Camera
Camera
8+ MP
1670 mAh
Battery


What the Critics Are Saying...


Pocket Gamer
Pocket Gamer

As the cheapest LTE handset on sale, the Ascend P1 isn't a bad phone, but nor is it a great phone. It offers fast data, but so do the others. There is one saving grace in the form of a decent camera but that isn't really enough

- Jonathan Morris, Pocket Gamer
Dial-a-Phone
Dial-a-Phone

Huawei’s high-end offering is a good handset which performs well as an all-rounder. We wouldn’t go so far as to say the device looks great but it is certainly slim and light, making it easy to use and carry around and its primary features (processor, OS and camera) work well as a package...

- Chris Helsby, Dial-a-Phone
Mobile88
Mobile88

The Ascend P1 is an Android smartphone with lots of features packed into an attractive slim unibody. The 4.3in screen looks great and the wide viewing angles make it great for watching movies on the go. Another plus point is that the P1 comes installed with Android 4.0 so you don't have to do the u...

- Mobile88 Team, Mobile88
Mobile Syrup
Mobile Syrup

The Huawei Ascend P1 does everything mostly right, and its weaknesses are built into the price. A decent performer with a mostly-stock version of Ice Cream Sandwich, the $399 handset is one of the fastest, thinnest, and most attractive mid-range devices on the market. While WIND still sells the Gal...

- Daniel Bader, Mobile Syrup
The Register
The Register

Despite its slightly cheap body the P1 ticks a lot of boxes. It has ICS from launch and while both thin and light still packs a decent battery. The screen is bright and vivid, it has a microSD slot and the camera is not half bad. The chipset may not be the latest word in modernity but it offers a mo...

- Alun Taylor, The Register


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Huawei backs up the Ascend P1 with a 1 Year parts & labour warranty.


If your Ascend P1 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
4.3"

The Huawei Ascend P1's screen size is 4.3 inches with x pixels resolution.

Processor
1.5 GHz

There is a Texas Instruments OMAP 4460 Dual-Core 1.5 GHz processor (CPU).

OS

The phone runs on proprietary operating system firmware.

Camera
8+ MP

You can take photos or capture video with the phone's onboard 8+ MP camera.

There is also a secondary front facing camera with 1+ megapixels resolution.

Storage
4 GB

Internal memory is 4 GB. An external, MicroSD, MicroSDHC (up to 32 GB) expansion slot is available for increased storage capacity.

Battery
1670mAh

The phone is powered by a Lithium-Ion (Li-Ion), 1670 mAh battery. Huawei's performance ratings are 750 minutes, 203 minutes Wi-Fi surfing.

Ascend P1 Specs

Overview
Release Date July 20, 2012
Regions Available Canada
Operating System No

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Processor Texas Instruments OMAP 4460 Dual-Core 1.5 GHz
Internal Storage 4 GB
RAM 1 GB
Hearing Aid Compatible No
TTY/TDD No
Noise Cancellation No
SAR Unknown
Manufacturer Warranty 1 Year
Accessories Included AC Charger, Manual, Standard Battery
Cellular
Networks
GPRS, EDGE, HSDPA, HSUPA
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 Micro-USB 2.0
USB OTG Support No
GPS Type A-GPS
Infrared No
Bluetooth 3.0
Bluetooth Profiles A2DP
Bluetooth Audio Codecs SBC
Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n
Mobile Hotspot Yes
Memory Expansion Slot Yes
Expansion Slot Info MicroSD, MicroSDHC (up to 32 GB)
NFC No
Data Tethering Compatibility Yes
Camera
Main Camera
Resolution / Aperture
8+ Megapixels
Zoom
Yes
Flash
Yes (Dual LED)
Additional Rear Camera Info
Auto focus, Effects, Geotagging, ISO, White balance
Video Recording Formats
3GP / 3GPP, H.264 / AVC, MPEG-4
Video Recording Parameters
Full HD (1920 x 1080 pixels), 30 fps
Front Camera
Resolution / Aperture
1+ Megapixels
Additional Front Camera Info
1.3 megapixels
Video Recording Parameters
Display / Screen
Type Color
Technology Super AMOLED
Colors 16.7 million
Resolution x pixels
Pixel Density Unknown
Size 4.3 inches
Secondary Display No
Sensors Ambient Light, Proximity, Motion / Accelerometer
Multi-Touch Yes
Fingerprint-Resistant Coating No
Additional Display Features Capacitive touch screen
Power & Battery
Battery Type Lithium-Ion (Li-Ion)
Battery Capacity 1670 mAh
Removable Battery No
Wireless Charging
Fast Charging No
Video Playback Time Up to 458 minutes
Internet Use (Wi-Fi) Up to 203 minutes
Internet Use (Cellular) Unknown
Talk Time Up to 750 minutes
Standby Time Unknown
Mixed Usage
Physical Characteristics
Design Type Bar
Material Plastic
Colors Black, White
Dimensions [H x W x D] 12.7 x 6.4 x 0.8 cm (5 x 2.5 x 0.3 in)
Weight 130 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 Yes
Input / Keyboard Type Touchscreen
Navigation Type Touchscreen
External Volume Control Yes
Fingerprint Sensor No
More
Additional Information Messaging: SMS, MMS, Google Talk
Multi-Use Smart Phone / PDA: Yes
Graphics: Yes
Themes: Yes
Backlit Illumination: Yes
Zoom / Magnification: Yes
Screen Orientation Lock: Yes
Predictive Text Entry: Yes
Voicemail Key: Yes
Voice Commands: Yes
Keypad/Screen Lock: Yes
Multiple Numbers Per Contact: Email address, Other fields
Contact Groups: Yes
Voice Activated Dialing: Yes
Photo Caller ID: Yes
Web Browser: Yes
Email Client: Yes
Email Protocols: POP3, IMAP, SMTP
PC Synchronization: OTA
TV Out Info: HDMI
DLNA Support: Yes
Audio Formats: MP3, MP4, eAAC+, WAV
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)
Games: Downloadable
Apps: Downloadable, Pre-installed
Included Software / Apps: -
Calendar, World Clock, Alarm, Calculator, Weather, Maps, NotePad, Voice Memos / Recorder

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