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Pantech Renue review

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6/10
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The Pantech Renue currently has an Informr score of 6 out of 10. This score is based on our evaluation of 2 sources including reviews from users and the web's most trusted critics.

Few messaging feature phones out there are like AT&T’s Pantech Renue. With a small QVGA touchscreen display and somewhat unconventional looks, you may think it’s not worth spending any amount of money on. In reality, though, it may be one of the more useful budget handsets available in its price range. And it’s eco-friendly, too.

The Renue comes with simple features and a simple appearance. While its low resolution touchscreen display can be a little hard to use for menu navigation and character input, this problem is easily remedied with the use of a slide-out QWERTY keyboard.

Being a simple feature phone running Qualcomm’s Brew Mobile platform with 256MB of RAM, it can never hope to match today’s leading Android smartphones in terms of sheer performance. However, it does manage to get a few important things right, as far as phone features are concerned. For one thing, the combination of the QVGA touchscreen display and QWERTY keyboard for input really makes it great for heavy texters and e-mailers. And the design helps users make the most out of the limited hardware features, which include a built-in 3-megapixel camera with 2x digital zoom.

So in summation, even though the Renue is not the fastest or the best-looking eco-friendly smartphone available on the market, it definitely gets the job done. And quite masterfully, at that.

Need To Know: Pantech Renue

1. Built-in sliding hardware keyboard makes for easier typing and menu navigation. (The Good)

2. Standard OS is user-friendly and uses large icons that are hard to miss. (The Good)

3. Built-in Wi-Fi is not included as a standard feature. (The Bad)

4. Camera performance is poor despite having a 3-megapixel sensor. (The Bad)


Brew Mobile Platform
Operating system
Operating system
Brew Mobile Platform
Unknown
Processor
Processor
Unknown
3.2"
Screen Size
Screen Size
3.2"
3+ MP
Camera
Camera
3+ MP
1000 mAh
Battery


What the Critics Are Saying...


Phone Scoop
Phone Scoop

In addition to being environmentally friendly, the Renue bundles together a full QWERTY keyboard and a touch screen in this pocket-friendly quick messaging device.

- Eric M. Zeman, Phone Scoop
Cnet
Cnet

People who want to text and make calls and do little else besides should keep the Pantech Renue in the ring when picking out a new feature phone. The price is fair for a handset of this type that isn't being subsidized to abnormally deflated levels, and the compact shape and size let it offer differ...

- Jessica Dolcourt, Cnet


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We've got you covered! Download a free PDF copy of the Pantech Renue user manual here.


Pantech backs up the Renue with a 1 Year parts & labour warranty.


If your Renue has problems and is still within its warranty period, you could contact Pantech support or the retailer you purchased the phone from. You'll find Pantech's contact information here. If your phone is off warranty and needs repair for a physical problem such as a broken screen or bad battery, you should visit an authorized service centre or a local phone repair shop. You can also connect with others in The Informr Community Forum to find and share answers to questions.




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Screen Size
3.2"

The Pantech Renue's screen size is 3.2 inches with x pixels resolution.

Processor
Unknown

There is a Qualcomm QSC 6270 (T) processor (CPU).

OS

The phone runs on proprietary operating system firmware.

Camera
3+ MP

You can take photos or capture video with the phone's onboard 3+ MP camera.

There's no secondary front camera.

Storage
185 MB

Internal memory is 185 MB. An external, MicroSD, MicroSDHC (up to 32 GB) expansion slot is available for increased storage capacity.

Battery
1000mAh

The phone is powered by a Lithium-Ion (Li-Ion), 1000 mAh battery. Pantech's performance ratings are 10 days standby time.

Pantech Renue Specs

Overview
Release Date July 29, 2012
Regions Available USA
Operating System No

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Processor Qualcomm QSC 6270 (T)
Internal Storage 185 MB
RAM 256 MB
Hearing Aid Compatible Yes
TTY/TDD Yes
Noise Cancellation No
SAR Head: 0.596 W/kg
Body: 0.774 W/kg
Manufacturer Warranty 1 Year
Accessories Included AC Charger, Data Cable, Manual, Standard Battery
Cellular
Networks
GPRS, EDGE, HSDPA 3.6
Mobile / Cellular Data
Push-to-talk (PTT) No
Wi-Fi Calling No
Voice over LTE (VoLTE) No
SIM card size
Yes
Dual SIM No
Connectivity
USB Yes
USB OTG Support No
GPS Type A-GPS
Infrared No
Bluetooth 2.1
Bluetooth Profiles A2DP, OPP/FTP, HFP
Bluetooth Audio Codecs SBC
Wi-Fi No
Mobile Hotspot No
Memory Expansion Slot Yes
Expansion Slot Info MicroSD, MicroSDHC (up to 32 GB)
NFC No
Data Tethering Compatibility Yes
Camera
Main Camera
Resolution / Aperture
3+ Megapixels
Zoom
2x digital
Flash
No
Additional Rear Camera Info
Brightness control, Effects, Geotagging, Self-timer, White balance
Video Recording Formats
3GP / 3GPP, H.264 / AVC, MPEG-4
Video Recording Parameters
QVGA (320 x 240 pixels), 15 fps
Front Camera
Resolution / Aperture
Additional Front Camera Info
No
Video Recording Parameters
Display / Screen
Type Color
Technology LCD (TFT)
Colors 262k
Resolution x pixels
Pixel Density Unknown
Size 3.2 inches
Secondary Display No
Sensors Proximity
Multi-Touch No
Fingerprint-Resistant Coating No
Additional Display Features -
Power & Battery
Battery Type Lithium-Ion (Li-Ion)
Battery Capacity 1000 mAh
Removable Battery Yes
Wireless Charging
Fast Charging No
Video Playback Time Unknown
Internet Use (Wi-Fi) No
Internet Use (Cellular) Unknown
Talk Time Unknown
Standby Time Up to 10 days
Mixed Usage
Physical Characteristics
Design Type Slider
Material Unknown
Colors Black, Black
Dimensions [H x W x D] 9.9 x 6.3 x 1.2 cm (3.9 x 2.5 x 0.5 in)
Weight 128 grams
Water Resistant / Waterproof Unknown
Rugged design Yes
IP Rating No
Headset Jack Yes
External Speakers Yes
Input / Navigation
Sleep / Wake Key No
Home Key No
Input / Keyboard Type QWERTY, Touchscreen
Navigation Type Touchscreen
External Volume Control Yes
Fingerprint Sensor No
More
Additional Information Messaging: SMS, MMS
Graphics: Yes
Themes: Yes
Backlit Illumination: Yes
Zoom / Magnification: Yes
Predictive Text Entry: Yes
Voicemail Key: Yes
Keypad/Screen Lock: Yes
Multiple Numbers Per Contact: Email address, Other fields
Photo Caller ID: Yes
Web Browser: Yes
Email Client: Yes
Email Protocols: POP3, IMAP, Microsoft Exchange
PC Synchronization: Yes
Java Application: Yes
Audio Formats: MP3, eAAC+, AAC+, AAC, WMA
Video Playback Formats: 3GP / 3GPP, H.264 / AVC, MPEG-4
Custom Ringtones: No
Vibration Alert: Yes
Downloadable Ringtones: Yes
Ringer ID: Yes
Speakerphone: Yes
Haptic Feedback: Yes
Data Tethering: Yes
Games: Downloadable
Apps: Downloadable, Pre-installed
Included Software / Apps: -
Calendar, World Clock, Alarm, Stop Watch, Timer, Calculator, NotePad, Voice Memos / Recorder

Other Names (AKA): Pantech P6030
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