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The video comprehensively reviews the Nokia C10, distinguished as the cheapest smartphone available at Walmart in late 2023 for approximately $30. With basic hardware specifications such as a 6.3-inch 720p display, 3GB of RAM, and a 3,000 mAh battery, it showcases standard features like a headphone jack and a SIM tray. Despite low expectations due to its modest price, the phone surprises in several aspects. While initial impressions reveal poor viewing angles, noticeable bezels, and limited security options, the phone compensates with a stock Android experience, minimizing bloatware issues.
Performance tests cover a range of activities from app usage to gaming. Initial interactions demonstrate slow but manageable performance. Gaming delivers mixed results; simple games like "3D Bowling" perform adequately, while more demanding titles reveal issues such as touch sensitivity lag and speaker placement problems. However, for its price point, the Nokia C10 handles tasks satisfactorily.
Camera functionality is decent, offering acceptable video and image quality, although it struggles with accurate color representation and focusing on close objects. Despite missing features found in premium models, the camera performance is commendable for a budget phone. Android Auto tests fail, likely due to connectivity issues, but the feature’s modern driving utility is acknowledged.
Concluding, the video appreciates the Nokia C10’s practicality, especially for budget-conscious users, children, or resale purposes, ultimately endorsing it as a valuable, low-investment option.
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In this part, the video discusses the Nokia C10, highlighting that it is the cheapest smartphone available at Walmart in late 2023, priced at around $30. The presenter outlines that they will unbox and review the phone. Upon unboxing, the contents include the phone, a charging brick, a USB-C cable, a SIM eject tool, and various manuals. The phone’s build features a tempered glass screen, a plastic frame and back panel with a ridged texture, and it has significant bezels. Key hardware details include a 6.3-inch 720p display, a 5 MP front-facing camera, a 13 MP rear camera, a Mediatek MT6762 octa-core processor, and 32 GB of internal storage. The phone also includes standard components like power and volume buttons, a headphone jack, and a SIM tray.
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In this segment of the video, the presenter introduces a budget phone that features 3GB of RAM and a 3,000 mAh battery. They note that initial expectations are low due to the phone’s $29.98 price. While setting up the phone, the viewing angles are poor, with noticeable bezels and visible pixels on the 720p display. Security options are limited to pattern, pin, and password, with no fingerprint scanner or functional face unlock despite the phone incorrectly suggesting it. The phone comes preloaded with some apps, including Facebook. Performance-wise, the initial swipe is slow, and the layout seems unoptimized, especially with icons and indicators misaligned on the curved screen.
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In this segment, the speaker discusses the experience of setting up a new budget phone. They note the slow download times for apps and games but appreciate that the phone runs a stock version of Android, which generally performs better than phones with heavy software modifications or bloatware. However, the speaker is frustrated by the phone automatically installing unwanted apps without permission. Despite the annoyance, they acknowledge that pre-installed apps are likely a way for the manufacturer to make extra money on a $30 phone. The speaker then proceeds to test the phone’s performance by opening various apps like the camera, Chrome, messages, and YouTube, and finds the performance surprisingly smooth and quick.
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In this segment, the speaker is performing various tests on a device while connected to Wi-Fi outside, noting that the performance is slower compared to being indoors. They first search for “Galaxy S22” and then try to load a YouTube page using Firefox, encountering a brief freeze but finding overall performance satisfactory. Next, they test two simplistic games, 3D Bowling and Air Hockey, both designed for older Android devices. The speaker is pleasantly surprised with 3D Bowling, especially after achieving a strike and testing the volume. However, they notice a significant delay in touch response while playing Air Hockey, questioning whether the issue lies with the game or the touchscreen.
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In this segment, the speaker reviews the performance of several games on a mobile phone. They first try a simple 2D game called “Dune” and experience noticeable lag, which is disappointing as the game should run better. Next, they test “Tomb of the Mask,” a game they enjoy and recommend, noting that it runs significantly smoother than “Dune.” Finally, they plan to play “Granny,” opting to keep the quality at medium and the difficulty at easy. The speaker also mentions a drawback regarding the phone’s loudspeaker placement, which gets covered when holding the phone.
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In this part of the video, the creator discusses the challenges of playing a 3D game in the dark, noting issues with the touch sensitivity of the phone which complicates gameplay. The game proves difficult and not enjoyable due to these technical limitations. The creator then switches to playing “Getting Over It with Bennett Foddy,” predicting frustration due to the game’s reliance on precision. They experience lag and funny screen cut-offs, which add to the difficulty. Despite these issues, they persist and manage to make progress, but continually struggle with the touch responsiveness of the phone.
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In this part of the video, the presenter evaluates the gaming performance of a Nokia phone, acknowledging that it is impressive given the device’s non-gaming design. Transitioning to camera tests, the video showcases the phone’s video and microphone capabilities. The setup includes a Galaxy S22 Plus for comparison, highlighting the differences in recording quality. The presenter demonstrates the Nokia phone’s zoom and color accuracy, noting discrepancies between what is seen in person and what is captured on video, specifically pointing out variations in color representation between teal and blue and detailing the phone’s difficulty in focusing on close-up objects.
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In this part of the video, the presenter concludes testing the camera on a budget phone, noting that the camera performance exceeds expectations with decent video and image quality, despite differences in the viewfinder and post-processed images. The phone lacks gesture controls and has a basic Android version compared to premium models. The presenter attempts to test Android Auto but faces issues, possibly due to a lack of Wi-Fi and mobile service, ultimately failing to get it working.
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In this part of the video, the speaker discusses their experience with using Android Auto for the first time on a new phone, emphasizing its importance in modern driving, comparing it to the use of the radio. They highlight the practicality and value of the Nokia C10, particularly for those on a tight budget, looking for a child’s phone, or engaging in resale. They conclude by recommending the phone as a good investment and encouraging viewers to like, subscribe, and turn on notifications for more content.