Essential Phone 4G LTE with 128GB Memory Cell Phone (Unlocked)

Name: Essential Phone 4G LTE with 128GB Memory Cell Phone (Unlocked)
Brand: Essential
SKU: 5973000
Rating: 4.3 (238 reviews)

Model: ESSENTIAL SMARTPHONE

SKU: 5973000

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Key Specs
- Screen Size: 5.71 inches (Size of the screen, measured diagonally from corner to corner.)
- Front-Facing Camera: 8 megapixels
- Rear-Facing Camera: 13 megapixels
- Series: PH-1 (Part of a group of the same product type with similar features.)
General
- Product Name: Essential Phone 4G LTE with 128GB Memory Cell Phone (Unlocked)
- Brand: Essential
- Model Number: ESSENTIAL SMARTPHONE
- Series: PH-1 (Part of a group of the same product type with similar features.)
Display
- Screen Size: 5.71 inches (Size of the screen, measured diagonally from corner to corner.)
Camera
- Integrated Camera: Yes - Front and Back
- Front-Facing Camera: 8 megapixels
- Rear-Facing Camera: 13 megapixels
Network
- Carrier: Unlocked
- Unlocked: true (Can be used with any carrier, typically by exchanging the phone's SIM card with another one compatible for the intended area of service. Can be used with a new or existing cellular service plan.)
- Universal Unlocked: true (Can operate on any compatible SIM card and carrier.)
- No-Contract: false (Can be purchased without committing to a contract with a cellular service provider. No-contract phones are only compatible with a specific carrier.)
- Mobile Hotspot Capability: true (A hotspot-enabled device is able to connect wirelessly to a cellular network and share the connection via Wi-Fi with nearby compatible devices.)
- 4G LTE Band: 1, 11, 12, 13, 17, 2, 20, 21, 25, 26, 28, 29, 3, 30, 38, 39, 4, 40, 41, 42, 43, 5, 66, 7, 8
Power
- Battery Capacity: 3040 milliampere hours (The amount of energy stored in the battery.)
- Wireless Charging: false
Compatibility
- Charging Interface(s): USB Type C (The connection for transmitting power to charge the device.)
- SIM Card Size: Nano SIM
- Stylus Dock: None
Features
- Model Family: Essential Phone
- Sensors: Accelerometer, Ambient light sensor, Barometer, Fingerprint sensor, Gyro sensor, Magnetometer, Proximity sensor (Detects stimuli such as heat, light, sound, motion, or pressure and responds accordingly by operating a control or initiating a function of the device.)
Performance
- Operating System: Android 8.1 Oreo (The operating system manages all software and hardware, including files, memory and connected devices. Most importantly, it lets you interact with your device and your programs in a visual way; otherwise, you'd be typing computer code to get anything done.)
- Processor Model: Octa core (Your computer's processor is like its brain. Working in combination with system memory, the power of the processor determines the complexity of software you can run, how many programs you can have open at the same time, and how fast those programs will run. Most computers feature an Intel or AMD processor.)
- Processor Speed: 2.35 gigahertz (Actual central processing unit (CPU) speed may vary by device configuration and design. Also referred to as clock speed, this is how quickly the central processing unit (CPU) can receive and interpret instructions. The higher the number, the more operations per second that can be completed. Working in combination with system memory, the power of the processor determines the complexity of software you can run.)
- Phone Memory (RAM): 4 gigabytes (Random-access memory (RAM) temporarily stores data so that it can be accessed quickly. The size of the RAM determines how efficiently the phone can handle large amounts of information at once, such as switching between several open apps.)
Dimensions
- Product Height: 5.6 inches (The out of box height of the item. Height is measured as the vertical distance from the bottom of the item to the top as it would be primarily used or placed.)
- Product Depth: 0.3 inches (The out of box depth of the item. Depth is measured as the distance from the front of the item to the back as it would be primarily used or placed.)
- Product Weight: 6.5 ounces (The out of box weight of the item.)
Storage
- Media Card Slot: None
- Internal Memory: 128 gigabytes (Data storage capacity for built-in memory circuits.)
Warranty
- Manufacturer's Warranty - Parts: 1 year
- Manufacturer's Warranty - Labor: 1 year
Other
- UPC: 857083007002

Take amazing photos with this unlocked 128GB Essential smartphone. The edge-to-edge 5.71-inch display is ideal for streaming videos, and the octa-core Kryo processor and 4GB of RAM let you play games without lag. This Essential smartphone runs the Android operating system, which provides you with access to thousands of Google Play Store applications.

Qualcomm Snapdragon 835 processor: The octa-core 2.35GHz processor and 4GB of RAM deliver outstanding overall performance for opening and running applications, flipping through menus, running home screens and more.
Android 8.1 Oreo OS: PH-1 runs pure Android. You get a smooth experience that is fast and fluid with no unnecessary apps or preloads.
Universal Unlocked: Compatible with all major U.S. carriers, including Verizon, AT&T, Sprint and T-Mobile, and with prepaid carriers including Cricket Wireless, Boost Mobile, MetroPCS, Simple Mobile, Total Wireless, Tracfone, Net10, Mint, H2O.
4G LTE speed: Provides fast Web connection for downloading apps, streaming content and staying connected with social media.
5.71" Quad HD touch-screen display: The extra-large screen is matched with a slim body to comfortably fit in your hand. Offers 16:9 cinema-like screen ratio that's perfect for viewing of videos, photos, and games.
13.0MP rear-facing camera for pictures and 4K videos: Captures clearer pictures with laser autofocus and optical image stabilization. Also includes a front-facing 8.0MP camera for self-portraits and video.
128GB internal memory: Provides plenty of storage space for your contacts, music, apps and more.
Weatherproof design: This phone is resistant from water and dust ingress (IP54).
Titanium body: Unlike aluminum, titanium does not scratch, dent, or bend.
MQA audio technology: Delivers studio quality music listening on the go**.

Whats Included

Essential Phone 4G LTE with 128GB Memory Cell Phone (Unlocked)
USB cable
Charger
Headphone adapter
Sim tool
Owner's manual

Product Manuals

Customers are saying

Customers have good things to say about the Essential Phone's price, build quality, pure Android operating system, battery life, storage, and performance. However, they have concerns about the camera quality, lack of a headphone jack, and signal issues.

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Quick and nice
This is my first real smartphone so don't judge me. I thought it would be nice to finally upgrade and have wanted stock Android for years. First I use TracFone and it works perfectly, you'll need a nano SIM card, I am using the at&t one. Second it took me 2 hours to move everything to this phone and do the three system updates and one camera update on the Google play store, you can see two photos I attached. Coming from a TracFone standard phone there's no competition, essential is awesome. It's fast, fluid and runs anything I try. I tried a few other phones like s8, lg G6, Moto z2 and iPhone and couldn't feel a difference so I got the cheapest stock phone and couldn't be happier. Currently using a IQ shield screen protector, let it dry 12 hours and is perfect as well. Hope Bestbuy finds a case for this before I drop it, hate to scratch it, so pretty. Hope this helps anyone looking for a great phone.
This review is from Essential - Phone 4G LTE with 128GB Memory Cell Phone (Unlocked)
Posted 7 years ago by Matt
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
really nice
Bought this the other day just because I could. I've used many many phones, currently using Galaxy S8 as work, bought this Essential phone to try on my personal number. Had it 5 days, so far I really like it. It is probably the nicest phone to hold in the hand that i've had, perhaps only the iPhone 5 was better to hold without a case. The square edges are great. I also absolutely love the fact that when I set it up, there are no apps I didn't want on the phone. Its clean, only android. No signing into a manufacturer account, no carrier apps, nothing. I added only what I want. Easiest phone set up ever. Display is beautiful. Galaxy S8 has richer color, and blacker blacks, but I still have issues with the S8 curved edges reflecting light, especially watching video. Essential phone has a nice flat screen, and is a delight every time I unlock the phone. Camera is not up to par with the S8. (This is why I carry an S8. For the camera) But Essential camera is not bad by any means, and in fact some photos I like better than the S8. Essential phone is fast, very smooth to operate. Fingerprint sensor is fast although I wish it wasn't quite as flush as it is, sometimes hard to find. I believe the fingerprint sensors on Huawei phones are the best and fastest I've used, but the Essential is very good. Certainly better positioned than the fingerprint sensor on the S8. At its current price, this Essential phone is outstanding, in my opinion. I'd buy it again in a heartbeat. No regrets. (wish it had a headphone jack though....)
Posted 7 years ago by jamie3529
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Solid Build/Solid Perforance
The 2017 flagship device is titanium and ceramic...it has the latest Android version with the latest security patch and will receive Android Q. Has a massive QHD display 85% screen to body ratio, 128GB storage and 4GB ram paired with a Snapdragon 835, 3040mah battery with an included 27 watt charger (USBC to USBC)All this for less than the price of a mid-range 2018 device with far, far less specs. At the clearance price of 374 or less it's a major, major go...oh and compatible with ALL netowrks and their mvnos. The only negative imo is lack of a headphone jack.
Posted 6 years ago by Chris