Here, we are definitely looking at a very simple texting device, but the code scanner is an interesting addition. Of course there is a lot of room for improvements, like a better camera and perhaps a bigger battery but high-tech is not expected on such a basic phone.
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The ZTE Z431 has a camcorder but its top recording rate of 15 frames per second (fps) is sort of low. In comparison, cinema movies have a rate of 24fps and most TV sets display 30 fps.
We're not impressed, given the ZTE Z431's 2-megapixel camera.
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It's frustrating that we were not able to find information about its weight.
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The ZTE Z431 doesn't come with an included memory card but it has a slot for up to 32GB of memory expansion, which will be convenient to save videos and pictures shot with the included 2-megapixel camera.
Though the 2-megapixel camera is only basic, it at least offer a few advanced control options, such as: Timer, Negative mode, Lighting Condition Settings, Contrast Adjustment, Brightness Adjustment, Black and White, Resolution (Standard/Portrait Normal/Fine), Shutter sound
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This phone will let you download JAVA MIDP 2.1 apps. Definitely a plus, but don't expect to have as a good a choice as what your friends who own an Android smartphones or an iPhone can get in terms of free apps. The Java library of apps is more limited and less free apps are available.
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** This phone is also known as: AT&T Z431
*** These cons and pros are computer-generated based on our proprietary algorithm and the specs we found for this product. Should you notice an error, please let us know.
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