CAT announced the launch of the S30 smartphone in 2015. The manufacturer is offering the CAT S30 phone with 4.5 inches display, Qualcomm Snapdragon 210 MSM8909 chipset, 1 GB of RAM and 8 GB of internal storage.
The CAT S30 comes with Android OS v5.1 (Lollipop) out of the box, and a Li-Ion 3000 mAh, non-removable battery. The 4.5 inches phone comes with a TFT display (480 x 854 px).
CAT S30 specifications
| Brand | CAT |
|---|---|
| Name | S30 |
| Model | S30 |
| Release date | 2015 |
Body
The weight of CAT S30 is about 6.38 oz with battery, which is average compared to most of the smartphones with same size. The dimensions of this CAT phone are average (5.59 x 2.86 x 0.52 inches).
| Weight | 6.38 oz |
|---|---|
| Dimensions | 5.59 x 2.86 x 0.52 inches |
| Colors | black |
| SIM type | Nano SIM |
System
The CAT S30 comes with Android OS v5.1 (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 (Lollipop) |
|---|---|
| SoC | Qualcomm Snapdragon 210 MSM8909 |
| CPU | Quad-core 1.1 GHz Cortex-A7 |
| GPU | Adreno 304 |
Display
The size of S30 screen is measured diagonally, from corner to corner. The 4.5 inches phone comes with TFT display. A thin-film transistor (TFT) is a type of field-effect transistor that is usually used in a liquid crystal display (LCD). This type of display features a thin-film transistor for each individual pixel. The 4.5 inches TFT display of CAT S30 with 480 x 854 px resolution is multitouch capable.
| Display type | TFT |
|---|---|
| Screen size | 4.5 inches |
| Resolution | 480 x 854 px |
| Multitouch support | yes |
Memory
The internal memory of CAT S30 (1 GB) cannot be expanded, but the internal storage (8 GB) can be expanded with a compatible microSD card.
| RAM | 1 GB |
|---|---|
| Internal storage | 8 GB |
| Memory card slot | microSD |
Camera
The camera of the S30 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 | 2 MP |
|---|---|
| Main camera | 8 MP, 3264 x 2448 px, autofocus |
| Flash | LED |
Connectivity
The CAT S30 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 S30 phone doesn't have built-in FM radio.
| GSM 2G bands | 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900 |
|---|---|
| Network coverage | 2G / 3G / 4G |
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n |
| Bluetooth | v4.1, A2DP |
| GPS | A-GPS, GLONASS |
| NFC | no |
| FM radio | no |
| USB | microUSB 2.0, USB host |
| Headphone | 3.5 mm jack |
Battery
The Li-Ion 3000 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 S30 isn't removable without voiding the warranty.
| Type | Li-Ion 3000 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 CAT phones come with proximity sensor. This proximity sensor detects how close the phone is to an outside object, such as your ear. The S30 phone comes with a compass sensor. A compass sensor is a device that provides accurate directions in relation to the earth's North and South magnetic poles. This smartphone doesn't support fast charging technology.
| Sensors | accelerometer, compass, gyroscope, proximity |
|---|---|
| Specials | Corning Gorilla Glass 3, Water, dust and drop proof |
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 CAT S30, then don’t hesitate and signal the problem to us.
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