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Freetel Katana 01 (2015) review

Microsoft Windows 10
Qualcomm Snapdragon 210 MSM8909
Adreno 304
1 GB / 8 GB
4.5 inches (480 x 854 px)
5 MP, 2592 x 1944 px, autofocus

Freetel announced the launch of the Katana 01 smartphone in 2015. The manufacturer is offering the Freetel Katana 01 phone with 4.5 inches display, Qualcomm Snapdragon 210 MSM8909 chipset, 1 GB of RAM and 8 GB of internal storage.

The Freetel Katana 01 comes with Microsoft Windows 10 out of the box, and a Li-Ion 1700 mAh battery. The 4.5 inches phone comes with a high resolution IPS display (480 x 854 px).

Freetel Katana 01 specifications

BrandFreetel
NameKatana 01
ModelFTJ152E
Release date2015

Body

The weight of Freetel Katana 01 is about 4.66 oz with battery, which is average compared to most of the smartphones with same size. The dimensions of this Freetel phone are average (5.23 x 2.61 x 0.35 inches).

Weight4.66 oz
Dimensions5.23 x 2.61 x 0.35 inches
Colorsblack
SIM typeMicro SIM

System

The Freetel Katana 01 comes with Microsoft Windows 10 out of the box, but it is upgradable to the next OS.

OS versionMicrosoft Windows 10
SoCQualcomm Snapdragon 210 MSM8909
CPUQuad-core 1.1 GHz Cortex-A7
GPUAdreno 304

Display

The size of Katana 01 screen is measured diagonally, from corner to corner. The 4.5 inches phone comes with IPS display. The IPS display provides enhanced features, such as optimal viewing angles, color accuracy, invariable color reproduction and better power consumption. The 4.5 inches IPS display of Freetel Katana 01 with 480 x 854 px resolution is multitouch capable.

Display typeIPS
Screen size4.5 inches
Resolution480 x 854 px
Multitouch supportyes

Memory

The internal memory of Freetel Katana 01 (1 GB) cannot be expanded, but the internal storage (8 GB) can be expanded with a compatible microSD card.

RAM1 GB
Internal storage8 GB
Memory card slotmicroSD

Camera

The camera of the Katana 01 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 camera2 MP
Main camera5 MP, 2592 x 1944 px, autofocus
FlashLED

Connectivity

The Freetel Katana 01 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 Katana 01 phone has built-in FM radio. The built-in FM Radio is great for listening to your favorite radio station.

GSM 2G bands850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900
Network coverage2G / 3G / 4G
Wi-FiWi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n
Bluetoothv4.0, A2DP
GPSA-GPS
NFCno
FM radioyes
USBmicroUSB 2.0
Headphone3.5 mm jack

Battery

The Li-Ion 1700 mAh 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 Katana 01 is removable. You can simply buy a new piece from the open market and interchange it easily by yourself.

TypeLi-Ion 1700 mAh

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 Freetel phones come with proximity sensor. This proximity sensor detects how close the phone is to an outside object, such as your ear. The Katana 01 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. The Dual SIM capability of Freetel Katana 01 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.

Sensorsaccelerometer, compass, light, proximity
SpecialsDual 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 Freetel Katana 01, then don’t hesitate and signal the problem to us.

Freetel Katana 01 pictures

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Freetel Katana 01 / FTJ152E

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