Helio announced the launch of the S1 smartphone in 2015. The manufacturer is offering the Helio S1 phone with 5 inches display, Mediatek MT6753 chipset, 2 GB of RAM and 16 GB of internal storage.
The Helio S1 comes with Android OS v5.1 (Lollipop) out of the box, and a Li-Po 2400 mAh, non-removable battery. The 5 inches phone comes with a high resolution AMOLED display (720 x 1280 px).
Helio S1 specifications
| Brand | Helio |
|---|---|
| Name | S1 |
| Model | HS1 |
| Release date | 2015 |
Body
The weight of Helio S1 is about 4.62 oz with battery, which is average compared to most of the smartphones with same size. The dimensions of this Helio phone are average (5.57 x 2.76 x 0.27 inches).
| Weight | 4.62 oz |
|---|---|
| Dimensions | 5.57 x 2.76 x 0.27 inches |
| Colors | white |
| SIM type | Nano SIM, Micro SIM |
System
The Helio S1 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 | Mediatek MT6753 |
| CPU | Octa-core 1.3 GHz Cortex-A53 |
| GPU | Mali-T720 MP3 |
Display
The size of S1 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 AMOLED display of Helio S1 with 720 x 1280 px resolution is multitouch capable.
| Display type | AMOLED |
|---|---|
| Screen size | 5 inches |
| Resolution | 720 x 1280 px |
| Multitouch support | yes |
Memory
The internal memory of Helio S1 (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 S1 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 | 13 MP, 4160 x 3120 px, autofocus |
| Flash | LED |
Connectivity
The Helio S1 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 S1 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-Po 2400 mAh, non-removable battery gives the smartphone a good battery backup. The lithium polymer (Li-Po) battery is a thin, light-weight, rechargeable battery. No periodic discharge is needed and charging can be done at random. The battery of S1 isn't removable without voiding the warranty.
| Type | Li-Po 2400 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 Helio phones come with proximity sensor. This proximity sensor detects how close the phone is to an outside object, such as your ear. The S1 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 Helio S1 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, compass, gyroscope, 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 Helio S1, then don’t hesitate and signal the problem to us.
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