Motorola V188
$30
Overview
Motorola V188 is a budget Android smartphone released in 2005 with a 4.3-inch CSTN, 65K colors, powerful processor chipset, 13 main camera, and 830 mAh battery.
The device runs My UX with features like Ready For. Priced at $30, it targets users seeking budget performance.
Specifications of Motorola V188
The display of Motorola V188 measures 4.3 inches with CSTN, 65K colors technology. Peak brightness reaches 250 nits for excellent outdoor visibility. The screen renders at 128x128 pixels resolution.
The camera system of Motorola V188 features 1 rear cameras: 13 main. Video recording supports up to 1080p.
The battery of Motorola V188 has 830mAh capacity with 5.0 wired charging. A full charge takes approximately 120 min minutes.
The memory of Motorola V188 offers 2GB RAM. RAM uses SDR technology. Storage is eMMC 5.1. Storage is not expandable.
The connectivity of Motorola V188 includes 5G support, Wi-Fi No, and Bluetooth No.
The build of Motorola V188 weighs 80.0g with Plastic frame and Plastic back. Dimensions measure 86 x 45.2 x 22.9 mm, 82 cc (3.39 x 1.78 x 0.90 in).
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Frequently Asked Questions about Motorola V188
Motorola V188 has a 13 camera suitable for casual photography. For professional photography, consider phones with higher-resolution sensors.
Yes, Motorola V188 supports 5G connectivity with both Sub-6GHz and mmWave bands for maximum network compatibility and fastest speeds. It works with major 5G carriers globally.
Motorola V188 has a 830mAh battery. Battery life varies based on usage patterns.
Motorola V188 at $30 is a budget device. It's worth buying if you prioritize affordability over premium features.
Motorola V188 supports 5.0 wired charging with full charge in approximately 120 min minutes.
Motorola V188 has a 4.3-inch CSTN, 65K colors with 60Hz refresh rate and 250 nits peak brightness. HDR support includes No.
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Verdict
The Motorola V188 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
4.3"
Main Camera
13
Chipset
Full Specifications
Network
| Technology | GSM |
| 2G Bands | GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900 |
| 3G Bands | N/A |
| 4G LTE Bands | N/A |
| 5G Sub-6 Bands | |
| 5G mmWave Bands | |
| Speed | N/A |
| Carrier Aggregation | |
| SIM | Mini-SIM |
| Dual SIM Mode | Dual SIM Standby |
| eSIM Support | |
| VoLTE Support | N/A |
| VoWiFi | N/A |
| NR CA Support |
Launch
| Announced | 2005 |
| Status | Discontinued |
| Availability | N/A |
| Model Variants | N/A |
| Launch Price | $80 |
Body & Design
| Dimensions (mm) | 86 x 45.2 x 22.9 mm, 82 cc (3.39 x 1.78 x 0.90 in) |
| Weight (g) | 80.0 |
| Build Materials | Plastic |
| Frame | Plastic |
| Back Finish | Plastic |
| Colors | ["Silver", "Black"] |
| IP Rating | N/A |
| Rugged Certifications | |
| Ingress Gaskets | N/A |
| Form Factor | Bar |
| Hinge Type | N/A |
| Folded Dimensions | |
| Thermal Solution | |
| Notification/Alert | |
| Haptics |
Display
| Panel Type | CSTN, 65K colors |
| Size (inches) | 4.3 |
| Resolution (px) | 128x128 pixels |
| Aspect Ratio | 9:16 |
| Pixel Density (ppi) | 342 |
| Screen-to-body Ratio (%) | 30.0 |
| Refresh Rate (Hz) | 60 |
| Adaptive Refresh Rate | |
| Touch Sampling Rate (Hz) | N/A |
| Peak Brightness (nits) | 250 |
| HDR Standards | |
| Color Gamut | |
| Color Depth | 16 |
| PWM Dimming (Hz) | N/A |
| Glass Protection | N/A |
| Oleophobic Coating | N/A |
| Curvature | |
| Always-on Display | |
| Display Driver IC | N/A |
| Cover Display |
Platform (SoC)
| OS at Launch | N/A |
| Update Policy | N/A |
| Chipset | N/A |
| CPU | N/A |
| GPU | N/A |
| NPU/AI TOPs | N/A |
| ISP Features | |
| Modem | |
| Wi-Fi/Bluetooth Chip | N/A |
| Throttling Behavior | N/A |
| Geekbench Single-Core | N/A |
| Geekbench Multi-Core | N/A |
| AnTuTu Score | 5000 |
| 3DMark Scores | N/A |
Memory & Storage
| RAM | 2GB |
| RAM Type | SDR |
| Storage | N/A |
| Storage Type | eMMC 5.1 |
| Storage Speed | |
| Expandable Storage | |
| Slot Type | N/A |
| USB OTG | |
| Filesystem Encryption |
Main Camera System
| Rear Cameras | 1 |
| Main Sensor | 13 |
| Main Sensor Size | 1/3.2" |
| Main Sensor Model | N/A |
| Main Lens | f/2.8, 28mm |
| OIS | |
| Autofocus | Fixed Focus |
| Pixel Binning | |
| Ultrawide | N/A |
| Telephoto | N/A |
| Macro | N/A |
| Depth/ToF/LiDAR | |
| Flicker/Color Sensors | N/A |
| Flash | LED |
| Video Resolution | 1080p |
| HDR/Dolby Vision Video | |
| Video Codecs | |
| Slow Motion | |
| Video Stabilization | |
| Night Mode Features | |
| RAW/Pro Controls | N/A |
Selfie Camera
| Resolution | N/A |
| Sensor Size | N/A |
| Aperture | N/A |
| AF/OIS | N/A |
| Secondary Front Cam | |
| Front Flash | |
| Video | |
| HDR/Dolby Vision | N/A |
| Face Unlock |
Audio
| Loudspeakers | |
| 3.5mm Jack | |
| Hi-Res Audio | |
| Spatial Audio / Dolby Atmos | |
| Microphones | 1 |
| Bluetooth Codecs | |
| DAC/Amp |
Connectivity
| Wi-Fi | |
| Wi-Fi Features | |
| Bluetooth | |
| NFC | N/A |
| IR Blaster | |
| UWB | N/A |
| Positioning | |
| Dual-Band GNSS | |
| FM Radio | |
| USB | N/A |
| Display Out | |
| eSIM Capacity |
Sensors
| Fingerprint Sensor | N/A |
| 3D Face ID | N/A |
| Accelerometer | N/A |
| Gyroscope | N/A |
| Magnetometer | N/A |
| Proximity Sensor | N/A |
| Ambient Light | N/A |
| Barometer | N/A |
| Thermo/Hygrometer | N/A |
| UV Sensor | N/A |
| Hall Sensor | |
| Color Temp Sensor | |
| Health Sensors | |
| Satellite SOS |
Battery & Charging
| Capacity (mAh) | 830 |
| Type | Removable Li-Ion 830 mAh battery |
| Removable | |
| Endurance Rating | N/A |
| Wired Charging | 5.0 |
| Wired Standard | |
| 0-50% Time (mins) | 60 min |
| Full Charge Time | 120 min |
| Wireless Charging | N/A |
| Wireless Standard | |
| Reverse Wireless | N/A |
| Reverse Wired | |
| Charger in Box | |
| Battery Health Features |
Software
| OS at Launch | Proprietary OS |
| Update Window | N/A |
| UI Skin / Launcher | Proprietary |
| Feature Drops | N/A |
| App Cloning | N/A |
| Game Mode | |
| Privacy Features | |
| Accessibility | |
| Satellite Messaging UI |
Miscellaneous
| In-Box Contents | Charger, Manual |
| Recycled Materials (%) | N/A |
| Repairability Score | N/A |
| Warranty | N/A |
Reviews & Ratings
186 ratings
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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.
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.
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!