Embark on a journey of discovery with the Benefon TWIG Discovery, a mobile device engineered for the adventurer in you. This rugged phone is your reliable companion in the great outdoors, offering essential features wrapped in a durable package.
The Benefon TWIG Discovery sports a practical 2.0-inch TFT display, providing clear visibility while navigating through its user-friendly interface. Its compact form factor, measuring 116 x 51 x 24 mm and weighing 128 grams, ensures it fits comfortably in your hand or pocket, ready for action whenever you are.
Equipped with a mini-SIM slot, the TWIG Discovery keeps you connected even in remote locations. Its internal storage of 10MB, expandable via a miniSD card slot, allows you to store vital information and contacts. While it forgoes a camera, this decision prioritizes privacy and security, making it suitable for sensitive environments.
The device operates on GSM networks and includes GPRS Class 10 for data connectivity. Although it lacks EDGE technology, it maintains a focus on core communication needs. The proprietary USB port serves for charging and data transfer, ensuring your device stays powered for the journey ahead.
The TWIG Discovery’s battery life is impressive, with a removable Li-Ion 1350 mAh battery that offers up to 210 hours of standby time and up to 9 hours of talk time. This means you can rely on your phone for extended periods without the need for frequent recharging.
For entertainment, the phone comes preloaded with a selection of games, including Diamond, Bubble, Tic Tac, Poker, and Pushbox, providing leisurely fun during downtime. Its absence of a loudspeaker and 3.5mm jack underscores its focus on basic functionality and straightforward use.
In essence, the Benefon TWIG Discovery is a testament to simplicity and endurance. It’s designed for those who seek a no-nonsense phone that delivers reliable performance, especially in challenging environments where durability and essential features are paramount. Whether you’re navigating the wilderness or managing tasks in a demanding work setting, the TWIG Discovery stands as a steadfast ally.
2G Network GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900 - SIM 1 & SIM 2 (dual-SIM) CDMA 800 / 1900 |
GSM 900 / 1800 / 1900 GSM 850 / 1800 / 1900 - US version |
Announced | June, 2024 |
Status |
Discontinued |
Dimensions | 116 x 51 x 24 mm (4.57 x 2.01 x 0.94 in) |
Weight | 128 g (4.52 oz) |
SIMs SIM (Subscriber Identity Module) is a small card that contains mobile network subscriber's account information. This allows the phone using the card to attach to a mobile network. The SIM card is most commonly associated with GSM and UMTS mobile networks. Moving a SIM card from one phone to another allows a subscriber to switch mobile phones without having to contact their mobile network carrier. SIM cards can also be used by a phone to store limited amounts of data, such as phone numbers and text messages. |
Mini-SIM |
Display Type Display Technology => A number of display technologies and types used in mobile phones => TFT (Thin Film Transistor), IPS (In-Place Switching), OLED (Organic Light Emitting Diode), AMOLED (Active-Matrix Organic Light-Emitting Diode), Super AMOLED (an even advanced version of AMOLED), Resistive Touchscreen (Resistive touchscreens contain two layer of conductive material with a very small gap between them which acts as a resistance), Capacitive Touchsceen (Capacitive touchscreen technology consists of a layer of glass coated with a transparent conductor) | TFT, 256K colors |
Size | 2.0 inches, 31.2 x 41.2 mm, 12.6 cm2 (~21.3% screen-to-body ratio) |
Resolution | 176 x 220 pixels (~141 ppi density) |
Card Slot Memory Card Slot is a special slot for inserting a memory card. Memory cards allow you to expand the phone's built-in memory, A memory card (sometimes called a flash memory card or a storage card) is a small storage medium used to store data such as text, pictures, audio, and video, for use on small, portable or remote computing devices such as mobile phones, mp3 players, digital cameras. | miniSD |
Cameras Specs Today’s smartphones come equipped with a very comprehensive set of camera related specifications. Our smartphone, for many of us, has become our primary camera due to it being the one we always have with us. | No |
Cameras Specs Today’s smartphones come equipped with a very comprehensive set of camera related specifications. Our smartphone, for many of us, has become our primary camera due to it being the one we always have with us. | No |
Loudspeaker | No |
3.5mm jack | No |
WLAN | No |
Positioning |
GPS |
Bluetooth Bluetooth is a wireless communications technology for exchanging data between mobile phones, headsets, computers and other network devices over short distances without wires, Bluetooth technology was primarily designed to support simple wireless networking of personal consumer devices. | Yes |
Infrared Infrared connectivity is an old wireless technology used to connect two electronic devices. It uses a beam of infrared light to transmit information and so requires direct line of sight and operates only at close range. | |
USB | Proprietary |
NFC NFC (Near field communication) is a set of standards for smartphones and similar devices to establish peer-to-peer radio communications with each other by touching them together or bringing them into proximity, usually no more than a few inches. | |
Radio |
Battery Type Battery Type => Cell phones run on various kinds of batteries depending on the manufacturer, phone size or shape and features. There are basically four types of cell phone batteries => Lithium Polymer, Lithium Ion, Nickel Metal Hydride and Nickel Cadmium. | Li-Ion (Lithium Ion) |
Capacity Battery Capacity is a measure (typically in Amp-hr) of the charge stored by the battery, and is determined by the mass of active material contained in the battery. The battery capacity represents the maximum amount of energy that can be extracted from the battery under certain conditions. | 1000 mAh |
Placement | Removable |
Colors |
Black |
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