Archos announced the launch of the Diamond S smartphone in 2015. The manufacturer is offering the Archos Diamond S phone with 5 inches display, Mediatek MT6753 chipset, 2 GB of RAM and 16 GB of internal storage.
The Archos Diamond S comes with Android OS v5.1.1 (Lollipop) out of the box, and a Li-Ion 2300 mAh, non-removable battery. The 5 inches phone comes with a high resolution AMOLED display (720 x 1280 px).
Archos Diamond S specifications
| Brand | Archos |
|---|---|
| Name | Diamond S |
| Model | DIAS |
| Release date | 2015 |
Body
The weight of Archos Diamond S is about 4.16 oz with battery, which is average compared to most of the smartphones with same size. The dimensions of this Archos phone are average (5.71 x 2.81 x 0.26 inches).
| Weight | 4.16 oz |
|---|---|
| Dimensions | 5.71 x 2.81 x 0.26 inches |
| Colors | black |
| SIM type | Micro SIM |
System
The Archos Diamond S comes with Android OS v5.1.1 (Lollipop) out of the box, but it is upgradable to the next OS. Android is a mobile operating system developed by Google based on a modified version of the Linux kernel and other open-source software.
| OS version | Android OS v5.1.1 (Lollipop) |
|---|---|
| SoC | Mediatek MT6753 |
| CPU | Octa-core 1.3 GHz Cortex-A53 |
| GPU | Mali-T720 MP3 |
Display
The size of Diamond S screen is measured diagonally, from corner to corner. The 5 inches phone comes with AMOLED display. The AMOLED is a display technology and stands for Active Matrix Organic Light Emitting Diodes, it is a type of OLED display and is used in smartphones. The 5 inches Super AMOLED display of Archos Diamond S with 720 x 1280 px resolution is multitouch capable.
| Display type | Super AMOLED |
|---|---|
| Screen size | 5 inches |
| Resolution | 720 x 1280 px |
| Multitouch support | yes |
Memory
The internal memory of Archos Diamond S (2 GB) cannot be expanded, but the internal storage (16 GB) can be expanded with a compatible microSD card.
| RAM | 2 GB |
|---|---|
| Internal storage | 16 GB |
| Memory card slot | microSD |
Camera
The camera of the Diamond S is equipped with autofocus. An autofocus (or AF) optical system uses a sensor, a control system and a motor to focus on an automatically or manually selected point or area. Very few Android cameras come without autofocus.
| Selfie camera | 8 MP |
|---|---|
| Main camera | 16 MP, 5312 x 2988 px, autofocus |
| Flash | LED |
Connectivity
The Archos Diamond S supports 2G, 3G and 4G/LTE networks. 4G is the fourth generation of mobile phone technology. This phone has a built-in GPS. GPS is a highly accurate navigation system using signals from satellites to determine a location on the Earth's surface, irrespective of weather conditions. Most phones have a GPS unit on board. The Diamond S phone has built-in FM radio. The built-in FM Radio is great for listening to your favorite radio station.
| GSM 2G bands | 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900 |
|---|---|
| Network coverage | 2G / 3G / 4G |
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n |
| Bluetooth | v4.0, A2DP |
| GPS | A-GPS |
| NFC | no |
| FM radio | yes |
| USB | microUSB 2.0 |
| Headphone | 3.5 mm jack |
Battery
The Li-Ion 2300 mAh, non-removable battery gives the smartphone a good battery backup. The Li-ion is a low maintenance battery which offers high energy, is lightweight and does not require periodic full discharge. The battery of Diamond S isn't removable without voiding the warranty.
| Type | Li-Ion 2300 mAh, non-removable |
|---|
Features
Smartphones today come with a wealth of sensors to facilitate a better user experience. The accelerometer is a sensor that measures the tilting motion and orientation of the phone. This Archos phones come with proximity sensor. This proximity sensor detects how close the phone is to an outside object, such as your ear. The Dual SIM capability of Archos Diamond S phone is ideal for businesses wishing to provide staff with a mobile device that can offer separate numbers and bills for both personal and business use. This smartphone doesn't support fast charging technology.
| Sensors | accelerometer, light, proximity |
|---|---|
| Specials | Corning Gorilla Glass 3, Dual SIM |
The specifications above are based on the official data published by the manufacturer, but we also take user reviews into consideration. If you found an error or something lacking in the specifications above for the Archos Diamond S, then don’t hesitate and signal the problem to us.
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