OS | Android v4.2 Jelly Bean |
Shades | Black, White, Gray |
RAM | 256 MB |
Display Size | 3.5 inch |
Rear Camera | 1.3 MP |
Front Camera | 0.3 MP |
Primary Rear Camera | 1.3 MP, 1280x1024 pixels, Digital Zoom |
Battery | Li-ion 1500 mAH |
Processor | 1.2 GHz Dual core |
Quick Facts & Price | |
Announced | July, 2013 |
Released | July, 2013 |
Box Content | Charger, Earphone, USB Cable |
Languages | English |
OS | Android v4.2 Jelly Bean |
Shades | Black, White, Gray |
Processor & Sound | |
Processor | 1.2 GHz Dual core |
Display | |
Display Resolution (H) | 320 pixels |
Display Resolution (V) | 480 pixels |
Display Size | 3.5 inch |
Touchscreen | |
Multi-Touch | |
Display Colours | 16 M |
Display Type | HVGA TFT |
Cameras | |
Rear Camera | 1.3 MP |
Front Camera | 0.3 MP |
Resolution (Front) | 640x480 pixels |
Digital Zoom | |
Camera Resolution | 1280x1024 pixels |
Face Detection | |
Primary Rear Camera | 1.3 MP, 1280x1024 pixels, Digital Zoom |
RAM & Storage | |
RAM | 256 MB |
ROM | 512 MB |
Call Log | |
Memory Card | microSD, Upto 32 GB |
Dimensions & Weight | |
Height | 116.9 mm |
Width | 62.5 mm |
Thickness | 12.60 mm |
Weight | 112 gms |
Battery Size & Backup | |
Maximum Standby Time | Upto 200 hours |
Maximum Talktime | Upto 5 hours |
Battery | Li-ion 1500 mAH |
Internet & Connectivity | |
Browser | Opera, Android Browser |
GPS | |
A-GPS | |
USB | |
Bluetooth | |
2G Network | GSM 900/1800 MHz |
3G Network | UMTS 2100 MHz |
GPRS | |
Networks | 2G + 3G, Dual SIM |
Wi-Fi | 802.11, Mobile Hotspot |
Features | |
Calendar | |
Organiser | |
Clock | |
Alarm Clock | |
SNS Integration | |
Entertainment | |
Video Player | |
Music Player | |
Video Recording | |
3.5mm Jack/Port | |
Radio | FM with recording |
Image Viewer | |
Games | |
Ringtones | |
Vibration | |
Ringtones | Polyphonic |
Messaging | |
T9 Dictionary | |
Messaging | SMS, MMS, Email, IM |
Sensors | |
Accelerometer Sensor | |
Proximity Sensor |
Lava Iris 356 is strictly a budget smartphone. It has a good processor but it is limited by the low RAM and a low-resolution screen. Let us look at the features in detail.
The phone has a standard candy bar shaped design. The dimensions are 62.5x116.9x12.6 mm and weighs only 112 grams. The phone has a 3.5 inch capacitive touchscreen. The phone fits comfortably in hand and does not slip from the grip. However, the phone’s screen and back are prone to scratches and fingerprints and therefore a screen guard is a must. The battery of the phone will last you for about 6 hours on full charge, which is very less.
The phone runs on Android Jellybean software, which is very smooth and easy to use. The processor is 1.2 GHz dual core but has only 256MB of RAM. It has 512MB of ROM and a MicroSD card slot that supports up to 32GB. The phone’s screen has a resolution of 320x480pixels, which is very average. However, on the plus side the screen supports multi finger touch.
The phone supports dual SIM and dual standby operations. One SIM supports both 2G and 3G operations and the other SIM supports only 2G operations. Call quality is average even with full signal and in crowded places; it is very difficult to hear the other party. Phonebook is simple and can store unlimited number of contacts.
Standard messaging and email features are available on the phone. Download speed is fast and a number of email accounts can be synced.
Gallery is easy to navigate. The photo viewer is simple and does not provide many options. Video player supports AVI, MP4, 3GP formats. Video player is smooth but there are not many sorting options.
Music player supports all popular formats. Music playback quality is average and the equalizer options are very limited. FM radio option with recording option is available.
Primary camera is 1.3MP and front camera is .3MP The camera has limited features such as Panorama, Geo-tagging, Smile and Face Detection, Flash Support, Fixed Focus and 4x Zoom. There is no flash in the camera. The photos are grainy and low quality.
Videos can be recorded @30fps but the recording quality is poor.
GPRS, 3G, EDGE, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, USB, and tethering are the options available on the phone. Connectivity is fast and you can easily download songs and videos.
Backup and Restore Application, Calendar, Alarm, Calculator, Audio Recorder, Games, Call Recording, Minute Reminder and Black and White List are the tools available on the phone. There is no dedicated document viewer.
Android and opera mini browser on the phone is sufficient for long term web browsing. The apps on the phone include WhatsApp, Google, Google Play Store, Lava Zone, Twitter, Facebook, Google Talk, and YouTube.
GPS along with preloaded Google Maps comes with the phone to make your travelling easier.
The phone is priced at INR 4200 (approx., may vary) in the Indian Market.
We would rate the phone a 3.5 of 5 stars.
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