Tracfone - TCL A3 32GB Prepaid - Black
- Key Specs
- Screen Size: 5.5 inches (Size of the screen, measured diagonally from corner to corner.)
- Rear-Facing Camera: 8 megapixels
- Built-in Storage: 32 gigabytes
- Processor Model: Octo Core 2GHz (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 AMD, Intel or Snapdragon processor.)
- Phone Memory (RAM): 3 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.)
- General
- Product Name: TCL A3 32GB Prepaid
- Brand: Tracfone
- Model Number: TFALA509DC3PWP
- Color: Black
- Display
- Screen Size: 5.5 inches (Size of the screen, measured diagonally from corner to corner.)
- Screen Resolution: 1440 x 720 (Screens come in a range of resolutions (measured in pixels, horizontal x vertical). The higher the resolution, the greater the picture quality.)
- Camera
- Integrated Camera: Front, Rear
- Front-Facing Camera: 5 megapixels
- Rear-Facing Camera: 8 megapixels
- Network
- Carrier: Tracfone
- Network Connectivity: CDMA (The manner in which a device sends data to another device over a long distance using a cellular network.)
- No-Contract: true (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: 2,4,5,13,66
- Connectivity
- Wireless Connectivity: Bluetooth (The manner in which a device sends data to another device over a short distance without the use of wires or cables.)
- Power
- Battery Capacity: 3000 milliampere hours (The amount of energy stored in the battery.)
- Wireless Charging: false
- Battery Chemistry: Lithium-polymer
- Features
- Model Family: TCL A3
- Usage Time(s): 14 hours talk (All battery claims depend on network configuration and many other factors; actual results will vary. Battery has limited recharge cycles and may eventually need to be replaced. Battery life and charge cycles vary by use and settings.)
- Built-in Storage: 32 gigabytes
- Compatibility
- Voice Assistant Built-in: No (A digital assistant built into the device that uses voice commands to answer questions and control smart devices.)
- SIM Card Size: Nano SIM
- SIM Card Slots: Single SIM
- Stylus Dock: None
- Stylus Included: false
- Performance
- Operating System: Android 11 (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: Octo Core 2GHz (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 AMD, Intel or Snapdragon processor.)
- Processor Speed: 2 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): 3 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: 5.74 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 Width: 2.8 inches (The out of box width of the item. Width is measured as the horizontal distance from one side of the item to the other as it would be primarily used or placed.)
- Product Depth: 0.39 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: 6.03 ounces (The out of box weight of the item.)
- Other
- UPC: 616960402497
The TCL A3 in Prime Black from Tracfone features a spacious 5.5” 18:9 HD+ display in a compact body, packing a lot of punch in a small frame. Take stunning photos with the 8MP rear camera with Pro mode or start a video chat with the 5MP selfie camera. Facial recognition conveniently unlocks your phone so you can stay on top of social media updates, calls, and emails. The large battery, fast processor, and ample expandable memory help you keep up with your daily multi-tasking needs.
- Adaptive HD+ Display: Get the sharpest picture everywhere you go with the 5.5" HD+ Display that automatically adjusts brightness to fit your surroundings.
- Professional-Quality Camera: Capture crystal-clear photos and ultra-vibrant videos with the 8MP rear-facing camera and the 5MP front-facing selfie camera with Portrait Mode.
- Powerful Perfomance: Multi-task like never before with the fast and efficient MediaTek 2.0 Ghz Octa-core processor.
- Longlasting Battery Life: Get more than 14 hours of mixed use out of a single charge with the 3000 mAh battery featuring Smart Manager optimization.
- Assistance at Your Fingertips: With a dedicated Google Assistant button, you can send emails, open apps, get directions and more--all with the power of your voice.
A: This phone is 4G enabled once you get Best Buy to properly activate it. Your Tracfone that ends in February 2022, which is 3G. So the answer is yes this phone will work on the new service. Actually it is not a new Tracfone service. You, like me, have been using 3G, and did not want to change. But this smart phone is just the other side of Tracfone. Basic 3G has many uses other then phone. So Tracfone has been selling both old services, and the "new" services at the same time. You just have to pay more to use 4G which will likely be around at least 5-8 years. Then comes 5G which people can buy now, if they want the latest is connectivity & are willing to pay for it. Peter 18February2022 Seattle, WA.
A: If you only turn data on to talk and text and use WiFi for everything else, you will have little useage problems with Tracfone GB, air minutes, phone texts. The trick is to go to "Settings" once the phone is activated, and make sure WiFi is enabled. Then what occurs is every thing (most everything) you do goes thru WiFi and does not drain you mobile Tracfone data. Warnings - if you turn the new smart phone off and back on, I noticed that it automatically turns WiFi off, which allows the useage to go thru Tracfone service costs. My neighbor helped me set up my Tracfone, so he has a iPhone, which he says is a different operating system, but he was able to figure out how this android limited phone worked. Remember that when you transfer to the new Tracfone it is 4G functioning. So with 3G you only had airtime and minutes. With 4G you have GB data, air minutes, and phone texts. By keeping WiFi on/or turning back on after shutting the phone off, you will have most of your Tracfone services not be charged to you, but go thru WiFi. Also when you keep Tracfone you will have all the unused 3G stuff converted to 4G and have a surplus of the GB data, air minutes, and phone texts. Sorry I have no idea how much average usage is as everyone uses stuff differently. But as I tried to pick a Tracfone service under 4G with this phone, I bought a 60 day time frame, so I could figure out if I wanted to stay with Tracfone, as I find their plans on 4G to be about 50% more on a yearly basis. On a monthly basis it is about 250% more. Since I had 3G for several years, the conversion stuff gave me a nice cushion if I keep after 60 days. Peter 18February2022 Seattle, WA.
Q: Can I purchase this phone with Unlimited talk,text&data ?
A: Hi. This is Wendy from TracFone Wireless. Yes, you can. Thank you.
A: Your previous plan will end as soon as you activate your Smart phone with Tracfone. I lost time on my 3G phone, but with Tracfone, you can transfer airtime & minutes. They will convert the previous account to GB (what ever that is), air minutes, and texts allowed. So, I lost the end date from my previous phone, but got a big credit for the 60 day period purchase of active service. I will need to decide if this Tracfone is ok for me long term meaning one year at a time. If you do use this phone, one trick I learned is to enable WiFi thru "Settings". When you do this, every thing you do on Tracfone is charged first to WiFi account, which I have, so I do not use any of the GB stuff, air minutes, nor texts by phone. After WiFi would come "mobile data", so then you are using Tracfone services. By the way, I figure this phone will cost me about 50% more per year if I buy a year. If I buy less, (by the month) it could run up to 250% more. That is how Tracfone gets you by using their services of mobile data, air minutes, and texts ! Peter 18February2022, Seattle, Washington
Q: will the work with tracfones new volte system?
A: Hi. This is Frank from TracFone Wireless. Yes, the phone works with 4GLTE or VoLTE network. Thank you.
A: Hi. This is Cristy from TracFone Wireless. Yes. This TracFone TCL A3 device will work with SafeLink Wireless service. Thank you.
Q: What is planned for this phone
A: Hi. This is Ramel from TracFone Wireless. The Smartphone and basic plans are compatible for this phone. You can add either a Smartphone plan or a basic plan. Should you have questions, you may copy this link http://bit.ly/2qdrKHH and paste it on a new window to chat with us. We're open Monday-Sunday from 8:00 AM to 11:45 PM EST. You can also text the word HELP to 611611. Have a great day.
Q: Will this phone work with my AT&t plan?
A: No. This is a tracfone. SIM cards can only be switched between TracFones. You will not be able to replace a SIM card in a TracFone with a SIM card from another carrier. Tracfone uses GSM and CDMA meaning they use all the towers of t-mobile, sprint, at&t and verizon but phones come carrier locked. You would need an unlocked carrier phone , unlock the tracfone or an at&t phone. You can buy the tracfone and ask tracfone to carrier unlock it but most companies have stipulations, tracfones policy stated If the TracFone device was activated with TracFone service prior to November 23, 2021, then the device must have been active on TracFone Service for no fewer than 12 months with Service Plans redeemed in no fewer than 12 months, and not have had their telephone number recycled or ported. If the TracFone device was activated with new service on the Verizon network on or after November 23, 2021, then at least 60 days must have elapsed since the device was activated. The device must be in working condition. The device has not been reported stolen or lost, and there are no indicators of fraud.
