T-Mobile Garminfone
$0
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.
The camera system of T-Mobile Garminfone features 1 rear cameras: 3.15 main. Video recording supports up to 480p.
The battery of T-Mobile Garminfone has 1150mAh capacity with 5 wired charging. A full charge takes approximately 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.
The connectivity of T-Mobile Garminfone includes Wi-Fi Wi-Fi 802.11b/g, and 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.
The software of T-Mobile Garminfone runs 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.
T-Mobile Garminfone with Qualcomm Snapdragon 636 can handle casual gaming. For intensive gaming, consider phones with flagship chipsets.
T-Mobile Garminfone has a 1150mAh battery. Battery life varies based on usage patterns.
T-Mobile Garminfone at $0 is a budget device. It's worth buying if you prioritize affordability over premium features.
T-Mobile Garminfone supports 5 wired charging with full charge in approximately 180 min minutes.
T-Mobile Garminfone is available in 4GB storage options. Storage is not expandable, so choose your capacity based on your needs.
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
| Technology | GSM / HSPA |
| 2G Bands | GSM / |
| 3G Bands | HSDPA 1700 / 2100 |
| 4G LTE Bands | N/A |
| 5G Sub-6 Bands | N/A |
| 5G mmWave Bands | N/A |
| Speed | N/A |
| Carrier Aggregation | |
| SIM | Mini-SIM |
| Dual SIM Mode | N/A |
| eSIM Support | |
| VoLTE Support | N/A |
| VoWiFi | N/A |
| NR CA Support | N/A |
Launch
| Announced | 2010 |
| Status | Discontinued |
| Availability | N/A |
| Model Variants | N/A |
| Launch Price | N/A |
Body & Design
| Dimensions (mm) | 116 x 62.2 x 12 mm |
| Weight (g) | 164 |
| Build Materials | Metal |
| Frame | Plastic |
| Back Finish | Plastic |
| Colors | ["Black"] |
| IP Rating | N/A |
| Rugged Certifications | N/A |
| Ingress Gaskets | N/A |
| Form Factor | Bar |
| Hinge Type | N/A |
| Folded Dimensions | N/A |
| Thermal Solution | Passive |
| Notification/Alert | |
| Haptics | Basic |
Display
| Panel Type | TFT |
| Size (inches) | 3.5 |
| Resolution (px) | 320x480 pixels |
| Aspect Ratio | 18:37 |
| 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 Standards | N/A |
| Color Gamut | sRGB |
| Color Depth | 16 |
| PWM Dimming (Hz) | N/A |
| Glass Protection | N/A |
| Oleophobic Coating | N/A |
| Curvature | Flat |
| Always-on Display | |
| Display Driver IC | N/A |
| Cover Display | N/A |
Platform (SoC)
| OS at Launch | Android 2.1 (Eclair) |
| Update Policy | N/A |
| Chipset | Qualcomm Snapdragon 636 |
| CPU | 8x Kryo 260 1.8 GHz |
| GPU | Qualcomm Adreno 509 |
| NPU/AI TOPs | N/A |
| ISP Features | Basic |
| Modem | Qualcomm MSM7227 |
| Wi-Fi/Bluetooth Chip | N/A |
| Throttling Behavior | N/A |
| Geekbench Single-Core | N/A |
| Geekbench Multi-Core | N/A |
| AnTuTu Score | 103000 |
| 3DMark Scores | N/A |
Memory & Storage
| RAM | N/A |
| RAM Type | LPDDR4X |
| Storage | 4GB |
| Storage Type | 4GB 256MB RAM |
| Storage Speed | eMMC 4.1 |
| Expandable Storage | microSDHC (dedicated slot) |
| Slot Type | microSD |
| USB OTG | |
| Filesystem Encryption | basic |
Main Camera System
| Rear Cameras | 1 |
| Main Sensor | 3.15 |
| Main Sensor Size | 1/4" |
| Main Sensor Model | N/A |
| Main Lens | f/2.8, 3.85mm |
| OIS | |
| Autofocus | AF |
| Pixel Binning | 2 um |
| Ultrawide | N/A |
| Telephoto | N/A |
| Macro | N/A |
| Depth/ToF/LiDAR | |
| Flicker/Color Sensors | N/A |
| Flash | LED |
| Video Resolution | 480p |
| HDR/Dolby Vision Video | N/A |
| Video Codecs | H.264 |
| Slow Motion | N/A |
| Video Stabilization | EIS |
| Night Mode Features | N/A |
| RAW/Pro Controls | N/A |
Selfie Camera
| Resolution | 20 |
| Sensor Size | Standard |
| Aperture | f/2.8 |
| AF/OIS | N/A |
| Secondary Front Cam | |
| Front Flash | |
| Video | 480p |
| HDR/Dolby Vision | N/A |
| Face Unlock | N/A |
Audio
| Loudspeakers | |
| 3.5mm Jack | |
| Hi-Res Audio | N/A |
| Spatial Audio / Dolby Atmos | N/A |
| Microphones | 1 |
| Bluetooth Codecs | aac |
| DAC/Amp | N/A |
Connectivity
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 802.11b/g |
| Wi-Fi Features | Wi-Fi 802.11b/g |
| Bluetooth | 2.0 |
| NFC | N/A |
| IR Blaster | N/A |
| UWB | N/A |
| Positioning | GPS, A-GPS, Garmin navigation |
| Dual-Band GNSS | |
| FM Radio | |
| USB | USB Type C |
| Display Out | |
| eSIM Capacity |
Sensors
| Fingerprint Sensor | N/A |
| 3D Face ID | N/A |
| Accelerometer | |
| Gyroscope | |
| Magnetometer | |
| Proximity Sensor | |
| Ambient Light | |
| Barometer | |
| Thermo/Hygrometer | N/A |
| UV Sensor | N/A |
| Hall Sensor | N/A |
| Color Temp Sensor | N/A |
| Health Sensors | N/A |
| Satellite SOS |
Battery & Charging
| Capacity (mAh) | 1150 |
| Type | Li-Ion |
| Removable | |
| Endurance Rating | N/A |
| Wired Charging | 5 |
| Wired Standard | micro-usb |
| 0-50% Time (mins) | 120 min |
| Full Charge Time | 180 min |
| Wireless Charging | N/A |
| Wireless Standard | N/A |
| Reverse Wireless | N/A |
| Reverse Wired | |
| Charger in Box | N/A |
| Battery Health Features | N/A |
Software
| OS at Launch | Android 2.1 (Eclair) |
| Update Window | N/A |
| UI Skin / Launcher | N/A |
| Feature Drops | N/A |
| App Cloning | N/A |
| Game Mode | N/A |
| Privacy Features | N/A |
| Accessibility | Basic |
| Satellite Messaging UI |
Miscellaneous
| In-Box Contents | charger, cable, 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!