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Motorola Photon 4G Price in Qatar
Buying the Motorola Photon 4G in Qatar
No shop in Qatar that we track has listed the Motorola Photon 4G yet, so there is no local price for it right now. Sell this phone in Qatar? List it on infozme.com for free.
- Warranty: check whether the phone comes with the official warranty in Qatar or is an imported (international) unit. Imports can be cheaper but may not be covered by local service centres.
- Network bands: make sure the model sold in Qatar supports your carrier's 4G/5G bands — see the Network section of the specs below.
- Before you pay: confirm the price, stock, storage/RAM version and colour with the shop, as prices change often.
What is the Motorola Photon 4G price in Qatar?
The Motorola Photon 4G is not listed by shops in Qatar that we track yet, so there is no local price for it right now.
Where can I buy the Motorola Photon 4G in Qatar?
We have not found a shop in Qatar selling the Motorola Photon 4G yet. Phone shops in Qatar can list it on infozme.com for free.
Full Specifications
Display
| Type | TFT capacitive touchscreen, 16M colors |
| Size | 4.3 inches |
| Resolution | 540 x 960 pixels (qHD) |
| Protection | Corning Gorilla Glass |
Platform
| OS | Android 2.3.5 (Gingerbread), upgradable to 2.3.6 |
| Chipset | NVIDIA Tegra 2 AP20H |
| CPU | Dual-core 1.0 GHz ARM Cortex-A9 |
| GPU | ULP GeForce |
Memory
| Card slot | microSDHC, up to 32 GB (dedicated slot) |
| Internal | 16 GB |
| RAM | 1 GB LPDDR2 RAM |
Main Camera
| Single | 8 MP, autofocus, dual-LED flash |
| Features | Digital zoom |
| Video | 720p@30fps |
Selfie Camera
| Single | VGA (0.3 MP) |
| Video | Used for video chat |
Battery
| Type | Removable Li-Ion 1700 mAh |
| Talk time | Up to 10 hours (CDMA), 9.1 hours (WCDMA), 10.4 hours (GSM) |
| Stand-by | Up to 13.1 days (WCDMA), 12.2 days (GSM) |
Body
| Dimensions | 126.9 x 66.9 x 12.2 mm (5.00 x 2.63 x 0.48 in) |
| Weight | 158 g (5.57 oz) |
| Build | Front glass (Corning Gorilla Glass), plastic back |
| SIM | Mini-SIM |
| Other | Built-in kickstand |
Comms
| WLAN | Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, dual-band (2.4 GHz, 5 GHz) |
| Bluetooth | 2.1, A2DP, EDR |
| Positioning | GPS, A-GPS |
| NFC | No |
| Radio | No |
| USB | microUSB 2.0 |
| HDMI | microHDMI port |
Launch
| Announced | Q3 2011 |
| Status | Discontinued |
| Release Date | July 31, 2011 |
Pros & Cons
Pros
- Powerful dual-core processor for its time
- "World phone" capabilities with multiple network support
- Durable display with Corning Gorilla Glass
- Useful built-in kickstand and Webtop feature
- Expandable storage via microSD
Cons
- Runs an older version of Android (Gingerbread)
- Relatively thick and heavy by modern standards
- VGA front camera is low resolution
- WiMAX 4G technology is now obsolete
- Removable battery capacity is small by today's standards
In The Box & Warranty
- Motorola Photon 4G Handset
- Battery
- Charger
- USB Cable
- Documentation (User Manual, Warranty Card)
Standard manufacturer warranty at the time of purchase, typically 1 year.
Questions & Answers
What is the Motorola Photon 4G?
The Motorola Photon 4G was a high-end Android smartphone released by Motorola in 2011, known for its dual-core processor and 4G WiMAX connectivity on Sprint's network.
When was the Motorola Photon 4G released?
The Motorola Photon 4G was officially released on July 31, 2011.
What operating system did the Motorola Photon 4G run?
It launched with Android 2.3.5 Gingerbread and was upgradable to Android 2.3.6.
Does the Motorola Photon 4G support modern 4G LTE networks?
No, the Motorola Photon 4G supported WiMAX 4G, which is an older and now obsolete 4G technology. It does not support modern 4G LTE or 5G networks.
What were the key features of the Motorola Photon 4G?
Key features included a 4.3-inch qHD display with Gorilla Glass, a dual-core NVIDIA Tegra 2 processor, an 8MP main camera, 1GB of RAM, 16GB of internal storage, and a built-in kickstand.
Is the Motorola Photon 4G still a good phone to buy today?
No, the Motorola Photon 4G is not recommended for purchase today for practical use due to its extremely outdated software, lack of app compatibility, and obsolete network technology. It is primarily a collector's item.