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Gionee Ctrl V4S (2014) review

Android OS v4.4.2 (KitKat)
Mediatek MT6582
Mali-400
1 GB / 8 GB
4.5 inches (480 x 854 px)
8 MP, 3264 x 2448 px, autofocus

Gionee announced the launch of the Ctrl V4S smartphone in 2014. The manufacturer is offering the Gionee Ctrl V4S phone with 4.5 inches display, Mediatek MT6582 chipset, 1 GB of RAM and 8 GB of internal storage.

The Gionee Ctrl V4S comes with Android OS v4.4.2 (KitKat) out of the box, and a Li-Ion 1800 mAh battery. The 4.5 inches phone comes with a high resolution IPS display (480 x 854 px).

Gionee Ctrl V4S specifications

BrandGionee
NameCtrl V4S
ModelCTV4S
Release date2014

Body

The weight of Gionee Ctrl V4S is about 4.37 oz with battery, which is average compared to most of the smartphones with same size. The dimensions of this Gionee phone are average (5.16 x 2.56 x 0.31 inches).

Weight4.37 oz
Dimensions5.16 x 2.56 x 0.31 inches
Colorsblack, white
SIM typeMini SIM

System

The Gionee Ctrl V4S comes with Android OS v4.4.2 (KitKat) 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 versionAndroid OS v4.4.2 (KitKat)
SoCMediatek MT6582
CPUQuad-core 1.3 GHz Cortex-A7
GPUMali-400

Display

The size of Ctrl V4S 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 Gionee Ctrl V4S 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 Gionee Ctrl V4S (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 Ctrl V4S 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 camera8 MP, 3264 x 2448 px, autofocus
FlashLED

Connectivity

The Gionee Ctrl V4S supports 2G and 3G networks only. 3G is obsolete now, because most phones can use 4G and 5G networks. 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 Ctrl V4S 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
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 1800 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 Ctrl V4S is removable. You can simply buy a new piece from the open market and interchange it easily by yourself.

TypeLi-Ion 1800 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 Gionee phones come with proximity sensor. This proximity sensor detects how close the phone is to an outside object, such as your ear. The Ctrl V4S 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 Gionee Ctrl V4S 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, 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 Gionee Ctrl V4S, then don’t hesitate and signal the problem to us.

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