Alcatel One Touch GO Play Overview Updated June 28, 2016
Inside is a Snapdragon 400-series processor clocked at 1.2GHz paired with 2GB RAM and 16GB internal storage, that can be expanded up to 32GB extra. It also has a 2,500mAh battery, which should easily be enough to keep the low-end device running for a full day. There’s an 8MP camera on the back with 1080p video, and a 5MP fixed focus camera on the front. It runs Android 5.0 Lollipop, and it’s almost stock, save for a few Alcatel-ified app icons.
Alcatel One Touch GO Play Stories April 21, 2016
Months after first showing it off, Alcatel finally made its budget water and dust resistant GO Play smartphone available to buy unlocked in the US in March. We unboxed it when it first came out (video below), and have been using it off and on since then, and finally gathered our thoughts on the sub $200 durable device.
In summary, the IP67 certification is a welcome feature, and certainly gives peace of mind if you’re buying for your kids, but you can find better performing phones with less durability for the same price (or a little more).
Alcatel One Touch GO Play Stories March 11, 2016
Alcatel is a brand with a growing reputation for delivering affordable smartphones without the huge flaws normally expected with cheap devices. With the Go Play, the aim was to make a cheap device with a durable, water and dust-resistant design, and it costs just $200…
Alcatel One Touch GO Play Stories March 4, 2016
Alcatel’s One Touch GO PLAY is an unlocked $200 IP67 water and dust resistant phone
After announcing the flagship Idol 4 and 4S at MWC last month, Alcatel is releasing a $200 unlocked ruggedized phone with decent specs to match. The OneTouch GO PLAY is fully IP67 water, dust, and shock resistant plus comes with an additional thick protective case.
