Typical price: £20
What is it: Budget music phone with an expandable microSD card
What we think: It's really cheap and it looks cute, but it's so basic you might be left disappointed
What you need to know
Reviewed on: 21 February 2007
Tags: Alcatel, Alcatel OT-E801, shuffle, keypad, album art
We like:
Dedicated music keys; expandable microSD card slot
We don't like:
Lack of camera; no 3.5mm adaptor
CNET UK judgement:
If all you need is a phone that makes calls, sends text messages and plays your favourite MP3s, then the OT-E801 is worth a look. We'd recommend spending more on something more sophisticated, but if £20 is all you have to splash, you can't complain too much
Full review:
It may sound unbelievable, but it's true. For just £20, you can buy an MP3 player with a 128MB memory card that's also a phone! There's not much else to it, but if you just want a phone that's dirt cheap, makes calls and plays a few of your favourite MP3s, then check it out. Continue Reading...
Alcatel OT-E801 History
8 Dec 2006 in Crave
Alcatel OT-E801: Bargain music phone, great stocking filler
Looking for a music phone that won't cost a fortune? Check out the Alcatel OT-E801 -- it not only comes with an MP3 player and expandable microSD slot but it only costs £40
Latest user reviews
October 13, 2007
Posted by: thniels
"Not that good, really"
July 28, 2007
Posted by: btc8000
"Does what it says on the box"
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