The Alcatel 1S (2021) is the latest and also the refresh version of Alcatel 1S (2020). The smartphone is coming in a decent body design featuring a triple camera setup and the latest Android 11.
Where to Buy Alcatel 1S (2021)
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So in other words, users can easily upgrade to this model instead of waiting for Android 11 on the latter. Below is the Alcatel 1S (2021) specifications with features and price.
Alcatel 1S (2021) Key Specs & Features
- 6.52 inches IPS LCD Display, 720 x 1600 pixels, 20:9 ratio (~269 ppi)
- Android 11
- Octa-core Mediatek MT6762D Helio P22 (12 nm)
- 3GB RAM
- 32GB Built-in Storage up to 256GB Memory Card
- 13 MP + 2 MP + 2 MP Triple Rear Cameras
- 5 MP Front Camera
- Fingerprint Scanner (Rear)
- 4G LTE Network
- Charging 10W
- Non-Removable Li-Po 4000 mAh Battery
Design and Display
There is nothing new on the phone body design. It still maintains a decent body that is built with plastic and glass. It’s only on the panel that will spot a different camera module. At least this will distinguish between the 2020 and the 2021 model.
The fingerprint scanner is also placed on the back plus the device LED flash. The smartphone measures 165.6 x 75.6 x 8.8 mm and weighs 190 grams.
On the front, it offers a screen display size of 6.52 inches with an IPS LCD and a waterdrop notch. It has a resolution of 720 x 1600 pixels and 269 PPI density. Overall, the Alcatel 1S (2021) comes with display protection and an 82.0% screen to body ratio.
Cameras
For photos, the maker equipped the phone with a triple camera setup consisting of 13-megapixel + 2-megapixel + 2-megapixel. The camera has LED flash, HDR, panorama and it can record 1080p at 30 seconds per frame. It comes with a 5 MP front snapper for selfies and video calling.
Hardware and Software
Underneath the system is a Mediatek MT6762D Helio P22 chipset based on 11nm process technology. The phone has an octa-core processor clocked at 1.8 GHz speed.
There is a PowerVR GE8320 GPU for graphics and Android 11 OS out of the box. The inbuilt storage is 32GB and 3GB RAM expandable via micro SDcard.
Battery and Network
Powering the Alcatel 1S is a 4000 mAh battery with support for 10W charging which is not that bad though. The battery should be able to last when fully charged.
There are dual SIMs and a 4G LTE network. Other features include Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, Bluetooth 5.0, A2DP, LE, GPS, FM radio, and micro USB 2.0 for charging and file transfer.
Alcatel 1S (2021) Price and Availability
The Alcatel 1S (2021) is now available for purchase for 110 EUR and it will ship in two colors namely Elegant Black, and Twilight Blue.
In Nigeria, the Alcatel 1S (2021) will sell for 55,000 Naira, while in Ghana, it will cost 800 Ghs and 15,000 Ksh in Kenya.
Alcatel 1S (2021) Specs
Here are a few specs of the Alcatel 1S (2021):
General Features
- Platform: Android 11
- Processor: Mediatek MT6762D Helio P22 (12 nm), Octa-core (4×1.8 GHz Cortex-A53 & 4×1.5 GHz Cortex-A53)
- GPU: PowerVR GE8320
- Memory: 3GB RAM
- Colours: Elegant Black, Twilight Blue
- Dimension: 165.6 x 75.6 x 8.8 mm
- Weight: 190 g
- SIM Type: Nano-SIM or Nano-SIM, dual stand-by
- SIM Count: Single SIM (Nano-SIM) or Hybrid Dual SIM (Nano-SIM, dual stand-by)
Display
- Display: 6.52 inches IPS LCD Display, 720 x 1600 pixels, 20:9 ratio (~269 ppi)
- Screen Protection: Yes
- Foldable Display: No
Camera
- Rear Camera: 13 MP, f/2.0, 27mm (wide), 1/3.06″, 1.12µm, PDAF + 2 MP, f/2.4, (macro) + 2 MP, f/2.4, (depth) Triple Cameras, 1080p@30fps
- Rear Camera Features: LED flash, HDR, panorama
- Front Camera: 5 MP, f/2.2, 27mm (wide), 1/5″, 1.12µm, HDR, 1080p@30fps
Storage
- Built-in Storage: 32GB
- Memory Card Support: Yes, microSDXC (uses shared SIM slot)
- Bundled Cloud Storage: Yes
Network Support
- 2G GSM: Yes, GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900 – SIM 1 & SIM 2 (dual-SIM model only)
- 2G CDMA 1X: Yes
- 3G WCDMA: Yes, HSDPA 850 / 900 / 1900 / 2100
- 3G CDMA EVDO: Yes
- 4G LTE: Yes, 1, 3, 5, 7, 8, 20, 28, 38, 40, 41
- 5G: No
Internet & Connectivity
- GPRS: Yes
- EDGE: Yes
- 3G/WCDMA/HSPA: Yes
- HSPA+: Yes
- CDMA EVDO: Yes
- 4G LTE: Yes
- 5G: No
- WLAN: Yes, Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, Wi-Fi Direct, hotspot
- Wi-Fi Hotspot: Yes
- Bluetooth: Bluetooth 5.0, A2DP, LE
- NFC: No
- Infrared Blaster: No
- USB Port: microUSB 2.0, USB On-The-Go
Messaging
- SMS/MMS: Yes
- Instant Messaging: Yes
- Push Emails: Yes
- Email Protocol: Yes
Entertainment
- Music Player: Yes
- Video Player: Yes
- FM Radio: Yes
- Loudspeaker: Yes
- 3.5mm Jack: Yes
Navigation
- Navigation: Yes, with A-GPS, GLONASS, GALILEO, BDS
- Maps: Yes
Sensors & Control
- Digital Compass: Yes
- Accelerometer: Yes
- Proximity Sensor: Yes
- Light Sensor: Yes
- Barometer: No
- SpO2: No
- Pedometer: Yes
- Heart Rate Monitor: No
- Gyroscope: Yes
- Fingerprint Scanner: Yes (Rear)
- Iris Scanner: No
- Face Unlock: Yes
- Stylus Pen: No
- Intelligent Digital Assistant: Yes
- Motion Sensing / Gesture Control: Yes
- Voice Control: Yes
Other Features
- Video Streaming: Yes
- Active Noise Cancellation: Yes
- Wireless Charging: No
- Built-in Mobile Payment: No
- Water Resistant: No
- Dust Resistant: No
- Image Editor: Yes
- Video Editor: Yes
- Document Viewer: Yes
- Document Editor: Yes
Battery
- Battery: Li-Po 4000 mAh, non-removable Battery
- Talktime: –
- Standby Time: –
- Fast Charging: Charging 10W
