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T-Mobile Garminfone

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Overview

T-Mobile Garminfone is a budget Android smartphone released in 2010 with a 3.5-inch TFT, Qualcomm Snapdragon 636 chipset, 3.15 main camera, and 1150 mAh battery.

Priced at $0, it targets users seeking budget performance.

Specifications of T-Mobile Garminfone

The display of T-Mobile Garminfone measures 3.5 inches with TFT technology. Peak brightness reaches 250 nits for excellent outdoor visibility. The screen renders at 320x480 pixels resolution.

Size
3.5 inches
Type
TFT
Resolution
320x480 pixels
Refresh Rate
60Hz
Peak Brightness
250 nits

The camera system of T-Mobile Garminfone features 1 rear cameras: 3.15 main. Video recording supports up to 480p.

Main Sensor
3.15
Camera Count
1 cameras
Max Video
480p

The battery of T-Mobile Garminfone has 1150mAh capacity with 5 wired charging. A full charge takes approximately 180 min minutes.

Capacity
1150mAh
Wired Charging
5
Full Charge Time
180 min minutes

The performance of T-Mobile Garminfone is powered by the Qualcomm Snapdragon 636 chipset with Qualcomm Adreno 509 GPU. AnTuTu benchmark achieves 103000.

Chipset
Qualcomm Snapdragon 636
CPU
8x Kryo 260 1.8 GHz
GPU
Qualcomm Adreno 509
AnTuTu Score
103000

The connectivity of T-Mobile Garminfone includes Wi-Fi Wi-Fi 802.11b/g, and Bluetooth 2.0.

Wi-Fi
Wi-Fi 802.11b/g
Bluetooth
2.0

The build of T-Mobile Garminfone weighs 164g with Plastic frame and Plastic back. Dimensions measure 116 x 62.2 x 12 mm.

Dimensions
116 x 62.2 x 12 mm
Weight
164g
Frame
Plastic
Back
Plastic

The software of T-Mobile Garminfone runs Android 2.1 (Eclair).

OS
Android 2.1 (Eclair)

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Frequently Asked Questions about T-Mobile Garminfone

T-Mobile Garminfone has a 3.15 camera suitable for casual photography. For professional photography, consider phones with higher-resolution sensors.

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T-Mobile Garminfone with Qualcomm Snapdragon 636 can handle casual gaming. For intensive gaming, consider phones with flagship chipsets.

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T-Mobile Garminfone has a 1150mAh battery. Battery life varies based on usage patterns.

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T-Mobile Garminfone at $0 is a budget device. It's worth buying if you prioritize affordability over premium features.

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T-Mobile Garminfone supports 5 wired charging with full charge in approximately 180 min minutes.

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T-Mobile Garminfone is available in 4GB storage options. Storage is not expandable, so choose your capacity based on your needs.

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T-Mobile Garminfone has a 3.5-inch TFT with 60Hz refresh rate and 250 nits peak brightness.

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Verdict

The T-Mobile Garminfone delivers practical value for users prioritizing affordability over premium features. Pick this phone for essential smartphone functionality, if you prioritize affordability while still needing core features.

Key Specifications

Display

3.5"

Main Camera

3.15

Chipset

Qualcomm Snapdragon 636

Full Specifications

Network

TechnologyGSM / HSPA
2G BandsGSM /
3G BandsHSDPA 1700 / 2100
4G LTE BandsN/A
5G Sub-6 BandsN/A
5G mmWave BandsN/A
SpeedN/A
Carrier Aggregation
SIMMini-SIM
Dual SIM ModeN/A
eSIM Support
VoLTE SupportN/A
VoWiFiN/A
NR CA SupportN/A

Launch

Announced2010
StatusDiscontinued
AvailabilityN/A
Model VariantsN/A
Launch PriceN/A

Body & Design

Dimensions (mm)116 x 62.2 x 12 mm
Weight (g)164
Build MaterialsMetal
FramePlastic
Back FinishPlastic
Colors["Black"]
IP RatingN/A
Rugged CertificationsN/A
Ingress GasketsN/A
Form FactorBar
Hinge TypeN/A
Folded DimensionsN/A
Thermal SolutionPassive
Notification/Alert
HapticsBasic

Display

Panel TypeTFT
Size (inches)3.5
Resolution (px)320x480 pixels
Aspect Ratio18:37
Pixel Density (ppi)423
Screen-to-body Ratio (%)81
Refresh Rate (Hz)60
Adaptive Refresh Rate
Touch Sampling Rate (Hz)120
Peak Brightness (nits)250
HDR StandardsN/A
Color GamutsRGB
Color Depth16
PWM Dimming (Hz)N/A
Glass ProtectionN/A
Oleophobic CoatingN/A
CurvatureFlat
Always-on Display
Display Driver ICN/A
Cover DisplayN/A

Platform (SoC)

OS at LaunchAndroid 2.1 (Eclair)
Update PolicyN/A
ChipsetQualcomm Snapdragon 636
CPU8x Kryo 260 1.8 GHz
GPUQualcomm Adreno 509
NPU/AI TOPsN/A
ISP FeaturesBasic
ModemQualcomm MSM7227
Wi-Fi/Bluetooth ChipN/A
Throttling BehaviorN/A
Geekbench Single-CoreN/A
Geekbench Multi-CoreN/A
AnTuTu Score103000
3DMark ScoresN/A

Memory & Storage

RAMN/A
RAM TypeLPDDR4X
Storage4GB
Storage Type4GB 256MB RAM
Storage SpeedeMMC 4.1
Expandable StoragemicroSDHC (dedicated slot)
Slot TypemicroSD
USB OTG
Filesystem Encryptionbasic

Main Camera System

Rear Cameras1
Main Sensor3.15
Main Sensor Size1/4"
Main Sensor ModelN/A
Main Lensf/2.8, 3.85mm
OIS
AutofocusAF
Pixel Binning2 um
UltrawideN/A
TelephotoN/A
MacroN/A
Depth/ToF/LiDAR
Flicker/Color SensorsN/A
FlashLED
Video Resolution480p
HDR/Dolby Vision VideoN/A
Video CodecsH.264
Slow MotionN/A
Video StabilizationEIS
Night Mode FeaturesN/A
RAW/Pro ControlsN/A

Selfie Camera

Resolution20
Sensor SizeStandard
Aperturef/2.8
AF/OISN/A
Secondary Front Cam
Front Flash
Video480p
HDR/Dolby VisionN/A
Face UnlockN/A

Audio

Loudspeakers
3.5mm Jack
Hi-Res AudioN/A
Spatial Audio / Dolby AtmosN/A
Microphones1
Bluetooth Codecsaac
DAC/AmpN/A

Connectivity

Wi-FiWi-Fi 802.11b/g
Wi-Fi FeaturesWi-Fi 802.11b/g
Bluetooth2.0
NFCN/A
IR BlasterN/A
UWBN/A
PositioningGPS, A-GPS, Garmin navigation
Dual-Band GNSS
FM Radio
USBUSB Type C
Display Out
eSIM Capacity

Sensors

Fingerprint SensorN/A
3D Face IDN/A
Accelerometer
Gyroscope
Magnetometer
Proximity Sensor
Ambient Light
Barometer
Thermo/HygrometerN/A
UV SensorN/A
Hall SensorN/A
Color Temp SensorN/A
Health SensorsN/A
Satellite SOS

Battery & Charging

Capacity (mAh)1150
TypeLi-Ion
Removable
Endurance RatingN/A
Wired Charging5
Wired Standardmicro-usb
0-50% Time (mins)120 min
Full Charge Time180 min
Wireless ChargingN/A
Wireless StandardN/A
Reverse WirelessN/A
Reverse Wired
Charger in BoxN/A
Battery Health FeaturesN/A

Software

OS at LaunchAndroid 2.1 (Eclair)
Update WindowN/A
UI Skin / LauncherN/A
Feature DropsN/A
App CloningN/A
Game ModeN/A
Privacy FeaturesN/A
AccessibilityBasic
Satellite Messaging UI

Miscellaneous

In-Box Contentscharger, cable, manual
Recycled Materials (%)N/A
Repairability ScoreN/A
WarrantyN/A

Reviews & Ratings

4.6

186 ratings

5 star
120
4 star
45
3 star
11
2 star
5
1 star
5

Showing 3 of 186 reviews

A

Alex R.

2 weeks ago

Absolutely love the camera on this phone! The zoom is incredible and the photos are so crisp. Battery life is also a huge plus.

B

Ben C.

1 month ago

Great performance and beautiful display. My only complaint is that it feels a bit heavy, but you get used to it. Solid phone overall.

C

Chloe D.

3 months ago

The best phone I've ever owned. It's fast, the software is clean, and the build quality is top-notch. Highly recommend!

Review

T-Mobile Garminfone Review: Solid Performance for the Price

6.1/10
Good

Our comprehensive review of the T-Mobile Garminfone covers display quality, camera performance, battery life, and overall value. A solid choice in its price segment.

(3.1 stars)
Pros
    Cons
    • - Display could be brighter or smoother
    • - Performance may struggle with demanding tasks

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