Nokia Asha 502 Mobile Price List in India

The Nokia Asha series of phones offer an ultimate smartphone experience. It is fitted with some of the basic features for day to day use like emails, social networking, and other at a low price. It has specs which make it a better option compared to low end android phones.  The Asha 500 series of phones have been received well enough in the market place by average users. These user friendly devices are suitable for those who want to buy a new phone on a low budget. It is a decent combination of looks and specs without compromising on average user needs.

Features and Specifications

Asha 502 arrives with a 3 inch TFT touch display which delivers 240 x 320 pixel screen resolution. It is well suited to low end gaming, basic net surfing, viewing images and videos, etc. More of a functional touch screen, it may not be the best options for those habituated to HD screens. The device arrives at an affordable price and lets the user accomplish a range of tasks without spending much on mobile data. Operating system comes with a handful of customization options which ensure a smooth and stable experience. Users can also connect with others on platforms like Facebook and Twitter for both personal and professional purposes.

Design and Quality       

This device is available in color variants such as red, green, yellow, black, and white. It has a thickness of 11.1 mm and weighs 100 grams. Overall, the looks are very much similar compared to predecessor models like Asha 500. It has a compact soap bar design with laminated looks owing to a transparent plastic layer. Back button is located just below the TFT screen with volume and power buttons on either side. Rear panel should be opened to insert the second SIM which may cause difficulties at times for users.    

Tech and OS

Asha phones have their own flavor of software paired with Nokia's fastlane UI. It ensures a fast access to different functional aspects. Users will also get a handful of apps and games pre-loaded to enjoy. In terms of hassle free connectivity, users can utilize GRPS, Wi-Fi, edge, Bluetooth, micro-USB V2.0 connector, etc.  Some of the other useful technical advancements include proximity transfer and accelerometer. With a 64 MB RAM support; users can pursue multitasking with minimal hassle.  Low power mode, brightness control, screen double tap, curved display and orientation sensors are some of the useful specs available for users. There is Xpress browser available for entry level users as it lowers the data usage by almost 90%.

Camera and Storage

 Users are getting a 5MP snapper on the rear panel accompanied by LED flash support. It is quite capable of capturing images at up to 2592 x 1944 resolution. The primary camera is also suitable to record videos of QVGA quality. However, the absence of front facing camera deprives a user from video calling and video chatting. Main camera of the device has fixed focus which can be moved back and forth to achieve the right focus. Flash support may come handy at night and low light conditions for users. However, college going students may not like the cameras as much as a low end user.

Battery and Storage

There is a battery backup of 1010mAh which can run for long hours with moderate use. It ensures up to 13 hours of talk time with standby time of 576 hours. There is no need to worry about battery drain for some users have even managed to run the phone for 3 days with a single full charge. With a low internal storage capacity, users have the option for expandable memory through insertion of 32 GB SD card. It is suitable for storing plenty of files including audio, video, games, applications, etc. It becomes easier to load favorite songs and videos without worrying about storage capacity.

PROS and CONS

PROS

·           Capacitive touch screen display

·           5MP camera with flash support

·           Decent battery performance

·           Expandable memory up to 32 GB

·           Dual standby SIM

CONS

·           Low RAM

·           No front camera

Verdict

With a price below Rs 5,000, chances are greater with the device appealing to first touch screen users. It won't be easy for this device to deliver on the rising expectations of mobile handset users.  Compared to the cheap android devices available in market these days, this device is much better due to long term value.