Review :: Spice Stellar Horizon Mi-500

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Spice Stellar Horizon Mi-500 

Key Features

  • Wi-Fi Enabled
  • 5 MP Primary Camera
  • 5-inch Capacitive Touchscreen
  • Android v4.0 (Ice Cream Sandwich) OS
  • 0.3 MP Secondary Camera
  • Dual Standby SIM (GSM + GSM)
  • 1 GHz Dual Core Processor
  • FM Radio
Spice Mobiles has been known as a low-cost manufacturer but has decided that it is time to play with the big boys of the mobile market. The Spice Stellar Horizon Mi-500 is set to give the competition a run for their money. The Stellar Horizon gives you the features and functionality of the Android v4.0 (Ice Cream Sandwich) OS that is backed by a 1 GHz Dual Core Processor and 512 MB RAM. The dual SIM (GSM + GSM) Mi-500 gives you the convenience of using two phone numbers of two mobile networks at once.
The Android smartphone wows you with its sizeable 5 inch capacitive touchscreen that supports 480 x 800 pixel WVGA resolution. With resizeable widgets, Swipe texting and face recognition unlock feature the Mi-500 delivers easy navigation and simplified use.
The Spice Mi-500 gives users a long array of entertainment options. With a dedicated MP3 player and video player you can keep your favorite tunes and movies close. The FM radio allows you to tune in to top radio stations and stay updated on latest news. The phone is also equipped with a 5 megapixel primary cameraand a 0.3 megapixel secondary camera. With digital zoom, auto focus and colour effect features you can enjoy taking pictures on this Spice mobile.
Design
The beauty of this Android phone lies in its bright, large screen that sits in a smooth bar shaped body. Three navigation buttons have been discreetly placed at the bottom of the phone. The slick design of the phone makes it quite impressive and appealing. With Proximity Sensor and G-Sensor you can get the best view when you switch between applications.
Storage and Battery
The dual SIM Spice Mi-500 has 4 GB ROM and is powered by a 2400 mAh Li-Ion battery that offers optimum talktime and standby time.
Connectivity and Features
The 3G Mi-500 boasts of giving users amazing connectivity with GPRS, EDGE and Wi-Fi Tethering. The phone is Wi-Fi enabled and allows you to hook up to the internet network allowing you to stay connected. You can send and receive Email, browse the internet using the preinstalled Android, Opera Mini or UC browsers. The A-GPS enabled Mi-500 comes with Google Maps which means you can find your way through your city or even an unknown one with ease. With the Bluetooth feature you can easily transfer and receive music, videos and data files from compatible devices. Some other useful features you will find on Mi-500 include Facebook, Gmail, WhatsApp, TOI, Instant Messenger and YouTube to name a few. Overall, it looks like Spice Mobiles has broken into the market of high-end phones with a very impressive phone.

Specifications of Spice Stellar Horizon Mi-500 (White)

GENERAL FEATURES
In Sales PackageHandset, Headset, Charger, USB Cable, Battery, User Manual, Warranty Card
FormBar
SIMDual SIM, GSM + GSM, (Dual Standby)
Touch ScreenYes, Capacitive
Business FeaturesVOIP Support, Pushmail
Call FeaturesLoudspeaker
Handset ColorWhite
PLATFORM
Operating FreqGSM - 850, 900, 1800, 1900; UMTS - 2100
OSAndroid v4.0 (Ice Cream Sandwich)
Processor1 GHz, Dual Core
DISPLAY
Size5 Inches
ResolutionWVGA, 480 x 800 Pixels
Other Display FeaturesSwipe
CAMERA
Primary CameraYes, 5 Megapixel
Secondary CameraYes, 0.3 Megapixel
ZoomDigital Zoom
Other Camera FeaturesAuto Focus, Colour Effect, Scene Mode, White Balance
BATTERY
TypeLi-Ion, 2400 mAh
MEMORY AND STORAGE
Memory512 MB RAM, 4 GB ROM
INTERNET & CONNECTIVITY
Internet FeaturesEmail
Preinstalled BrowserAndroid, Opera Mini, UC Browser
GPRSYes
EDGEYes
3GYes, 7.2 Mbps HSDPA; 5.76 Mbps HSUPA
WifiYes
GPS SupportYes, A-GPS with Google Maps
BluetoothYes
MULTIMEDIA
Music PlayerYes, Supports MP3
Video PlayerYes
FMYes
OTHER FEATURES
Call MemoryYes
SMS MemoryYes
Phone Book MemoryYes
SensorsProximity Sensor, G-Sensor
Additional Features3G, GSM, Touchscreen, Secondary Camera, Email, GPS, Bluetooth, FM Player, Dual Core, Music Player, WiFi, Primary Camera, Face Recognition Unlock Feature, Resizeable Widgets, Wi-Fi Thethering, Multitasking, GPU Support, Mobile Tracker, Calendar, Clock, Calculator
Important AppsVAS Applications, Social Hub, Play Store, Facebook, Gmail, WhatsApp, Voice Search, YouTube, Netqin Antivirus (6 Month Free Subscription for User), Google Search, Google Talk, Nimbuzz, TOI, Instant Messenger