ZTE Grand Era (2013)

This phone boasts a 4.5 inch TFT display, a Nvidia Tegra 3 AP33 chipset, and 1 GB of RAM.

Let's see what makes this device stand out!

Table of Contents

• ZTE Grand Era 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 ZTE Grand Era smartphone. We hope to offer helpful insights to others interested in this device.

ZTE Grand Era specifications

Weight, dimensions, colors

The weight of the ZTE Grand Era is still considered to be lightweight and portable.

System, chipset, performance

The ZTE Grand Era comes with Android OS v4.0 (Ice Cream Sandwich) out of the box. Google regularly releases new versions of Android. They have new features, improvements, and security updates. The quad-core mobile CPU can provide fast and efficient performance for mobile games.

Display type, size, resolution

This 4.5 inch smartphone comes with a TFT display. Smaller smartphones are generally more compact and easier to handle. The display size is the diagonal distance from one corner of the screen to the opposite corner.

Memory, storage

1 GB of RAM is not typically considered to be enough for a smartphone. The needed RAM amount for good performance depends on factors. These include the OS, the apps, and the services we use. 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 Grand Era (16 GB) by using a compatible microSD card.

Cameras, flash

This single camera can be enough for many smartphone users, it depends on their photography needs and preferences. The Grand Era comes with a basic camera setup and lacks any advanced features.

Connectivity, network, wireless

Compared to modern 4G and 5G networks, 3G networks are much slower. This ZTE phone can connect to Wi-Fi networks at home, at work, or in public places. We can use Bluetooth to connect our Grand Era smartphone to many Bluetooth devices. This phone has a built-in GPS receiver. The Grand Era has a built-in NFC chip, which allows it to support various NFC applications and services. The 3.5 mm headphone jack allows us to connect wired headphones or earphones to the device.

Battery type, capacity, charger

The Li-Ion 1800 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

Today, smartphones come with many sensors. They help make the user experience better. The Grand Era smartphone has an accelerometer. The light sensor is a type of sensor in a smartphone. It lets the phone measure light intensity around the device.

Verdict, pros and cons

Every phone has its strengths and weaknesses, and this ZTE 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.

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I'm Lucas Bradley, the founder of the Phone42.com site. I love technology, especially smartphones, and I've been working with tech stuff for more than 20 years. This means I've seen a lot of changes and have learned a bunch about what makes a good phone. On Phone42.com, I look at all kinds of phones. They can be from big, well-known companies or new ones trying to make their mark. I want to help people understand what's new and cool in the world of smartphones, in a way that's easy to get.