The 5 best Android CDMA phones in India have been listed below for those who have been on a lookout for a device from a network carrier that will also offer features, usually expected from high end smartphones. The following Android phones, while possessing all the needed qualities, make sure that they do not end up burning a hole in your pockets. Read on to find out more.
1 – Motorola Milestone XT800:
The first smartphone to feature in our list of Android CDMA phones in India is the Motorola Milestone XT800. Powered by the Google Android 2.1 platform, this device is one of the few which possess dual network capabilities in India. The 9.3cm multi-touch color display renders visuals in resolution 854 x 480, while this lightweight device runs on a processor that offers a speed of 550MHz. While the rear facing 5MP camera features dual LED flash, this multimedia ready device offers support for most common formats. Its 1390mAh battery offers a power life of about 5.7 hours. The CDMA phone carries a price tag of close to Rs. 16,000.
2 – Samsung Galaxy Pop i559:
This Samsung offering running the Android Froyo platform is capable of supporting the 3G network in its CDMA mode. Featuring a 3.14-inch TFT capacitive touchscreen of resolution 240 x 320, the device acquires its intuitive user interface through the TouchWiz v3.0 UI. The 3.15MP camera on the back panel features auto focus and digital zoom to capture images which can be stored in the device’s 164MB internal memory. It can further be expanded with the assistance of microSD card. Its standard battery lets users enjoy talk time of about 320 minutes while the standby is said to last up to 320 hours. The CDMA Samsung Galaxy Pop i559 is slated to set you back by Rs. 9,000.
3 – MTS Livewire:
Our list of Android CDMA phones in India includes the MTS Livewire, launched by the country’s homegrown company. The Android 2.2 platform based phone offers access to high speed internet with download speeds of about 3.1Mbps. Besides the Android Market, this device keeps users entertained with the MTS TV, YouTube and multimedia functionalities including FM radio. The handset fitted with a 2.8-inch touchscreen, sports an expansion slot that supports a microSD card of capacities ranging up to 32GB. Along with GPS certification, the Livewire offers communication options like Wi-Fi and can also act as a mobile hotspot. Its 3.5mm stereo headphone jack facilitates connections to various audio peripherals. This phone can be grabbed for a price of Rs. 5,000.
4 – Reliance Coolpad D530:
The front panel of the Coolpad D530 is dominated by a 3.5-inch touchscreen that offers a 480 x 320p resolution. The device with dimensions 115.5 x 62 x 12.9 millimeters, tips the scale at 94 grams. The back panel is dotted by a 2MP HD camera capable of recording videos and lets users expand the 256MB internal memory by 4GB, with the assistance of microSD card. Besides Reliance Netconnect, the internet connectivity options are inclusive of Wi-Fi, while it also provides high speed data access through the EVDO network. The GPS enabled device draws power from a Li-ion 1280mAh battery that is apparently capable of coughing up the juice for close to 4 hours. The standby time offered by the battery is said to last for about 100 hours. The price tag attached to the Coolpad D530 reads Rs. 7,999.
5 – MTS MTag 3.1:
Finally, the last one to have found a place on our list of Android CDMA phones in India is the MTS MTag 3.1 which too, runs the Android Froyo platform. The device dons a 2.8-inch capacitive touchscreen and is said to have been deployed with proximity and light sensors. While the FM radio keeps users entertained, the 3.2MP camera ensures they do not miss out on memorable moments. And similar to another MTS offering on this list, this phone too provides access to the MTS TV and pre-loaded YouTube for watching videos while on the go. The EVDO offers high speed internet connectivity with download speed of about 3.1Mbps. Also, included is the GPS function in addition to Wi-Fi and mobile hotspot capabilities. And need we mention that the phone will provide instant access to the Android Market as well as come pre-installed with various Google Mobile services? This handset can be picked up for a price of Rs. 3,500.
So this is where we conclude the list of best Android CDMA phones in India. Agreed, it is devoid of many well known names, but for the budget-conscious brigade who is not really keen on splurging on a mobile phone, this roster includes a number of choices. Well, for now this is just a small assortment of Android devices that come with the CDMA network support, but we promise to be back with another list as soon as manufacturers decide to roll out some more phones for this category. Till then stay tuned and do let us know which of the above handsets would find their way into your pockets.
