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ZTE Z221

Custom Operating system
2" Screen size
3MP Main camera
— Processor
142 MB Storage
900 mAh Battery
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Specifications
Full specs
Overview
Released Sep 2011
Announced —
Price tier —
Also Known As AT&T Z221
Processor —
CPU Speed —
RAM 64MB
Storage 142 MB
Price (CAD) —
Regions USA, Canada
Regional Variants —
Warranty 1 Year
Accessories AC Charger, Manual, Standard Battery
Software & Support
OS Custom
OS at Launch —
Current Version —
OS Updates —
Security Updates —
Custom UI —
Display
Type Color
Technology LCD (TFT)
Size 2"
Resolution —
Pixel Density —
Colors 262k
Refresh Rate —
Touch Sampling Rate —
Peak Brightness —
Always On Display
DC Dimming
DisplayMate Grade —
Multi-touch
Fingerprint Resistant
Sensors —
Additional Features -
Secondary Display
Secondary Display Unknown
Type —
Size —
Resolution —
Color Type —
Colors —
Camera — Main
Main Camera 3MP
Flash No
Sensor Name —
Sensor Size —
Focal Length (Main) —
Focal Length (Ultrawide) —
Focal Length (Telephoto) —
Optical Zoom —
Digital Zoom 5
Video Resolution —
Video FPS 15fps
Video Length —
Video Formats —
Features Effects
Additional Info —
Camera — Front
Front Camera Unknown
Video Recording Unknown
Resolution —
Video Resolution —
Video FPS —
Zoom Unknown
Optical Zoom —
Digital Zoom —
Features —
Additional Info -
Camera — Scores
DxOMark Overall —
DxOMark Photo —
DxOMark Video —
DxOMark Zoom —
DxOMark Bokeh —
DxOMark Selfie —
DxOMark Rank —
Performance
Chip —
Process Node —
GPU —
RAM 64MB
Storage 142 MB
AnTuTu v11 —
Geekbench 6 Single —
Geekbench 6 Multi —
Geekbench 5 Single —
Geekbench 5 Multi —
Battery
Capacity 900 mAh
Type Lithium-Ion (Li-Ion)
Removable Unknown
Fast Charging —
Wireless Charging —
Comes with Charger —
Talk Time 3h 00m
Video Playback —
Internet (WiFi) —
Internet (Cellular) —
Standby —
Mixed Usage —
Charge Time 0–100% —
Charged in 30 Min —
GSMArena Score —
Battery Test Source —
Battery Life (Call) —
Battery Life (Video) —
Battery Life (Web) —
Battery Life (Gaming) —
Connectivity
Wi-Fi —
WiFi Version —
Bluetooth 2.0
Bluetooth Profiles A2DP
Bluetooth Codecs SBC
USB Type Mini-USB 2.0
USB OTG Unknown
USB Speed —
NFC Unknown
Infrared
Headset Jack 3.5mm
Mobile Hotspot
GPS Unknown
GPS Type —
UWB
Satellite —
Memory Expansion Unknown
Expansion Type —
Expansion Capacity —
Cellular
Networks EDGE, HSDPA 3.6
3G MHz
850 1900
2G MHz
850 900 1800 1900
Data —
VoLTE Unknown
WiFi Calling Unknown
Physical SIM Yes
Dual SIM Unknown
eSIM
Push to Talk Unknown
Data Tethering Unknown
Design & Build
Form Factor Flip
Material —
Frame Material —
Rear Material —
Colors Black
Dimensions 9.6 × 4.9 × 1.9
Weight 92g
IP Rating —
Water Resistance Unknown
Fingerprint Sensor Unknown
Rugged Design
iFixit Score —
Parts Availability —
Audio
External Speakers Yes
Noise Cancellation Unknown
Dolby Atmos
Hi-Res Audio
FM Radio —
GSMArena Loudness —
Speaker Loudness —
Input & Navigation
Touchscreen
Navigation Type D-pad
Keyboard Type Standard / 12-key Numeric
Home Key Unknown
Sleep/Wake Key Unknown
External Volume Unknown
Safety
SAR Head —
SAR Body —
Hearing Aid Compatible Unknown
TTY/TDD Unknown
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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

Additional Comments —
Related Links Official Website
Manual Download PDF
Quick Start Guide —

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Grindale · Answered

The ZTE Z221 does have Bluetooth. To enable it:1. From idle mode, select Menu > Settings > Connections > Bluetooth. 2. Press the OK Key to set Bluetooth to On. 3. Go down to Discoverable and press the OK Key to set it to On. 4. Go down to My Bluetooth Info and enter the phone name. 5. Press the OK Key to save the settings.More information can be found on page 21 & 22 of the user manual. You can download the manual from the ZTE Z221 page.

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Grindale · Answered

You can transfer pictures from your phone to your computer in 2 ways. Bluetooth 1. Enable Bluetooth - From idle mode, select Menu > Settings > Connections > Bluetooth. - Press the OK Key to set Bluetooth to On. 2. Pair your phone to your Bluetooth enabled computer. If your phone does not have a built-in Bluetooth module, you can buy a Bluetooth dongle from your local electronics store. - From idle mode, select Menu > Settings > Connections > Bluetooth > My devices. - Press the OK Key to search for available Bluetooth devices. - Highlight a device from the list and press the OK Key. 3. Select your desired file, and select Left Soft Key [Options] > Send > Via Bluetooth. 4. Select the target device from the device list, and press the OK Key to send. Email 1. Select your desired file, and select Left Soft Key [Options] > Send > Via Message 2. Enter your email address. press the OK Key to send. 3. You can now download the file from your computer.

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Grindale · Answered

You can transfer photos from the ZTE Z221 to your computer through Bluetooth or by MMS. To transfer using Bluetooth. Your computer needs to be Bluetooth capable. If it isn't you can buy a Bluetooth dongle from an electronic store. That usually don't cost around $20 to $30. Information on how to pair and send files to another device can be found on page 21 & 22 of the user manual. Download the user manual from the ZTE Z221 page. To send using MMS: 1. After taking a picture, press the Left Soft Key for Options. 2. Select Send (1) and then Via Message (1). 3. Enter the recipient’s phone number(s). You can also press the OK Key for Contacts to add recipients from the Address Book. 4. Scroll down to the Text field and compose your message. 5. When you are finished typing, press the OK Key to send your message. source If you found my answer helpful, please click on the HELPFUL button so other people can find the answer easier. If it`s your first visit, please Join our community for free.

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Buzz · Answered

How do I turn on my speakerphone on my Z221?

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CA
Carl · Answered

Hi Colleen. When you connect your phone to a computer, what do you see on the computer? Or what happens when you try to transfer photos?

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dONNA jOHNSON · Answered

How do I download music to my ZTE Z221 cell phone without bluetooth?

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GR
Grindale · Answered

You can transfer music to your phone using Bluetooth.1. Enable Bluetooth - From idle mode, select Menu > Settings > Connections > Bluetooth. - Press the OK Key to set Bluetooth to On.2. Pair your phone to your Bluetooth enabled computer. If your phone does not have a built-in Bluetooth module, you can buy a Bluetooth dongle from your local electronics store. - From idle mode, select Menu > Settings > Connections > Bluetooth > My devices. - Press the OK Key to search for available Bluetooth devices. - Highlight a device from the list and press the OK Key.3. Select your desired file, and select Left Soft Key [Options] > Send > Via Bluetooth.4. Select the target device from the device list, and press the OK Key to send.

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