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Elephone Trunk (2015)
This phone boasts a 5 inch IPS display, a Qualcomm Snapdragon 410 MSM8916 chipset, and 2 GB of RAM.
Explore its upsides and downsides!
Table of Contents
- Elephone Trunk specifications
- Weight, dimensions, colors
- System, chipset, performance
- Display type, size, resolution
- Memory, storage
- Cameras, flash
- Connectivity, network, wireless
- Battery type, capacity, charger
- Features, sensors, specials
- Verdict, pros and cons
This article shares our personal experiences and thoughts about using the Elephone Trunk smartphone. We hope to offer helpful insights to others interested in this device.
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Elephone Trunk specifications
Brand | Elephone |
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Name | Trunk |
Model | ELTR |
Release date | 2015 |
Weight, dimensions, colors
Weight | 4.87 oz |
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Dimensions | 5.61 x 2.82 x 0.35 inch |
Colors | black, blue, cyan, pink, white |
SIM type | Micro SIM |
The weight of the Elephone Trunk is still considered to be lightweight and portable. A micro SIM is larger than the current standard Nano SIM card but smaller than the older SIM card size.
System, chipset, performance
OS version | Android OS v5.1 (Lollipop) |
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SoC | Qualcomm Snapdragon 410 MSM8916 |
CPU | Quad-core 1.2 GHz Cortex-A53 |
GPU | Adreno 306 |
The Elephone Trunk comes with Android OS v5.1 (Lollipop) out of the box. Android is an open-source operating system. This means users and developers have more control over the software. The quad-core mobile CPU can provide fast and efficient performance for mobile games. Smartphones, tablets, and other mobile devices use Adreno GPUs.
Display type, size, resolution
Display type | IPS |
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Screen size | 5 inch |
Resolution | 720 x 1280 px |
Multitouch support | yes, up to 5 fingers |
People know IPS for its wide viewing angles. It also has accurate color reproduction. The 5 inch display make this smartphone pocket-friendly. The display size is the diagonal distance from one corner of the screen to the opposite corner.
![Elephone Trunk / 1](/p/2/272/elephone-trunk-eltr-1.webp)
Memory, storage
RAM | 2 GB |
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Internal storage | 16 GB |
Memory card slot | microSD |
The smartphone has 2 GB of RAM. It can run many apps at once without much lag or slowness. More RAM lets us keep more apps and processes open in the background. This keeps the device from slowing down. If we use our smartphones for basic tasks like calling, texting, and browsing the web, 32 GB may be sufficient for our needs. We can expand the internal storage of the Trunk (16 GB) by using a compatible microSD card.
Cameras, flash
Main camera | 13 MP, 4128 x 3096 px, autofocus |
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Flash | LED |
Selfie camera | 2 MP |
This single camera can be enough for many smartphone users, it depends on their photography needs and preferences. The main camera of Trunk smartphone does not have OIS. The optical image stabilization (OIS) is an important feature in smartphones.
Connectivity, network, wireless
GSM 2G bands | 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900 |
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Network coverage | 2G / 3G / 4G |
Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n |
Bluetooth | v4.0, A2DP |
GPS | A-GPS, GLONASS |
NFC | no |
FM radio | yes |
USB | microUSB 2.0 |
Headphone | 3.5 mm jack |
The 4G provides faster data transfer speeds compared to previous generations. This Elephone phone can connect to Wi-Fi networks at home, at work, or in public places. We can use Bluetooth to connect our Trunk smartphone to many Bluetooth devices. This phone has a built-in GPS receiver. The phone isn't NFC (Near Field Communication) capable. NFC is not essential for basic phone functionality, but it can be useful. The 3.5 mm headphone jack allows us to connect wired headphones or earphones to the device.
Battery type, capacity, charger
Type | Li-Ion 2100 mAh |
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The Li-Ion 2100 mAh battery gives the smartphone a good battery backup. The Li-ion is a low maintenance battery. It does not need periodic full discharge. We can simply buy a new battery from the open market and interchange it by ourselves.
Features, sensors, specials
Sensors | accelerometer, light, proximity |
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Specials | Dual SIM |
Today, smartphones come with many sensors. They help make the user experience better. The accelerometer is a sensor. It measures the tilting motion and orientation of the phone. The light sensor is a type of sensor in a smartphone. It lets the phone measure light intensity around the device. Dual SIM is great for businesses. They want to give staff a device with separate numbers and bills for personal and business use.
Verdict, pros and cons
Every phone has its strengths and weaknesses, and this Elephone phone is no exception. As with any device, there are aspects that shine and others that fall short. By examining both sides, we can paint a complete picture of what this phone has to offer. Let's explore its standout features and areas for improvement. Remember, this is just my opinion, and yours might be different.
Pros
- microSD slot
- Dual SIM support
Cons
- limited-size screen
- insufficient internal storage
- single camera setup
- no OIS function
- no 5G support
- no NFC feature
- no Type-C USB port
- low-capacity battery
- no digital compass
- no fingerprint reader
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Updated: June 14, 2024
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