Not so long ago, the Megafon company presented two devices. In fact, this is one and the same device, presented in two versions at once: 3G and with LTE support. Smartphones are made by the notorious company called MicroMax. The greatest activity of the company is noticeable in the budget segment. Especially when it comes to the Bolt range of smartphones. One of them, by the way, was the Mikromax D303 smartphone. We’ll talk about him today.
"Micromax Bolt D303": characteristics
Before us is a typical budget employee with a screen diagonal of four inches. The resolution of the display is 800 by 480 pixels. The main camera module is designed for 3.2 megapixels. The processor operates on the basis of two cores. The amount of internal long-term memory is only 4 gigabytes. Operating and even less - 512 megabytes. As software, an Android operating system, version 4.4, is installed on board the device. The price of the device is 4 thousand rubles.
Equipment
For the most part, many budget models are similar to each other. But each device, or rather, each manufacturer has its own chips, which it uses to attract potential buyers. Today we are considering a smartphone "Micromax D303", and now its feature is the package bundle. It includes the device itself, charging, MicroUSB format cables, a wired headset, as well as a rear bumper.
Color solutions and design
Phone "Micromax D303" was developed in three color options. The first, called factory, is black, the second is green, and the third is red. If you look closely at the box, an apparatus of the same color as in it will already be shown there. More specifically, this color will only be the back cover of the device. Well, let's look at a better model.
Arrangement of elements
In principle, to say that in terms of the appearance of "Micromax Bolt D303" stands out with something, it is simply impossible. Against the background of many competitors, it may look decent, but it doesn’t have any features in terms of the exterior, that's for sure. The front camera module is located on the front panel of the device. Its resolution is 0.3 megapixels. This resolution is barely enough for using the camera in video conferencing or for video calling. Fans of selfie shots can easily pass by.
Immediately at "Micromax Bolt D303" an LED indicator was installed, which will signal missed calls and messages. Under the screen you can find the touch controls that are so characteristic of the corresponding operating system. We are talking about the buttons "window", "on the desktop" and "back". They are made in the form of geometric shapes: triangle, circle, square. As mentioned earlier, the back cover can be painted in one of three colors.
In a model with a green cover, the shade is more like blue. Perhaps the Indians simply perceive colors differently, so to speak, specifically. However, we will not focus on this, since in any case the color will be pleasing to the eyes and nothing else. On the left side of the device is a paired key. It is designed to change the volume level of the phone or transfer it from one sound mode to another. On the opposite side there is a button that should be used to lock the smartphone. Under the back cover you can find the compartments in which the SIM-cards are installed.
First start
He is at "Micromax Bolt D303" is very, very promptly. Almost immediately after turning on the device, the setup wizard will appear on its screen and will prompt the user to select the language in which it will be possible to receive further instructions. Using the configuration wizard, you can easily determine that it was developed specifically by the Indians. The firmware of the Micromax Bolt D303 smartphone is adapted for Russian users. That is why after a quick setup is done, a happy buyer will be able to use the capabilities of the purchased model.
Interface operation
Micromax Bolt D303 did not reveal particularly strong “brakes” in the interface. However, let's not forget that it has only 512 megabytes of RAM installed. Accordingly, after some time the suspension will begin. Automatically, such indicators move the device either to the category "my first smartphone" or to the category "smartphone for children". A modern user will by no means be satisfied with what this budget device can offer him.
Negative sides
Needless to say, that more modern games will already require more from the device than it can give? Yes, simple runners or similar games will work well, but nothing more. In some terms, the hardware characteristics of this model are balanced, it is difficult to argue with this. But they are balanced in such a way as to meet the declared price at the same time. It is impossible to get a productive miracle for 4 thousand rubles, it is simply impossible.
What is the device suitable for?
Earlier we said that toys of medium and heavy class will not pull the device. But why then can it be used? As an ordinary "dialer"? It will be a little expensive, because you can buy an ordinary cell phone. No, a smartphone is useful to those who like to listen to music, radio, communicate via email or social networks. Also, users get a good opportunity to surf the Internet. In general, an apparatus was developed for these purposes, why hide something? Otherwise, if you need smooth operation, greater performance, better screen, then with these requests it is better to refer to the class above. For about 7 thousand rubles, you can already find models that correspond to similar requests.
Mikromax D303 Bolt: how to unlock?
The nuance of history is the fact that this device works only with SIM-cards of the Megafon operator. Even though Mikromax is not an appropriate branded product. If you insert a card of another operator, you will see an unlock code on the screen. It consists of a sequence of 10 characters. For each device, the code is unique. After entering the device will be able to read the cards of any SIM-operator. An unlock code can be ordered, but it will cost money.
Conclusion and reviews
What do people who purchased this unit say? Many of them say that the device will fit only for solving everyday household tasks, whether it be calls, communication using text messages or surfing the Internet. For other purposes, it is better to contact the competitors of the smartphone. Still, he has far from the best, albeit balanced technical characteristics. The processor will be weak for processing games and applications even of the middle class, there will be enough RAM for multitasking only with a stretch, the interface will sag and hang. The camera is also far from the best. In general, a phone for completely inexperienced users.