This HomTom is powered by a MediaTek MT6580 chip with a 1,3 GHz Quad-Core processor. This chipset has a quad-core processor with 1024 MB RAM. With a thickness of 8.9 millimeters, the device is not too thick. This phone weighs 171 grams.
The HT16 has a 5 megapixel camera, You can also use the 2 megapixel selfie camera for video calling, for example.
Pros
- 5 megapixel camera
- Quad core processor
- Not too thick with 8.9 millimeters
- HSDPA, LTE-A support for super fast internet
- Dual SIM
Negatives
- If you import this device it may take longer before it is delivered
- Too little RAM for an Android system
Call & data functions
The HomTom HT16 supports frequencies from international networks with which you can use the fastest LTE-A network. The speed of LTE-A is perfect for watching video on the go via your mobile network, where the speed is often even higher than the WiFi connection at home. Choose a large data package with this device. You can also connect via WiFi at home or at the office.
Dual-sim
A dual-SIM phone is a type of mobile device that has the ability to use two separate SIM cards. This allows the phone to be connected to two different mobile networks at the same time, which can be useful for a variety of reasons. For example, a dual-SIM phone can be used to have two different phone numbers on the same device, or to have a separate work and personal phone number. Dual-SIM phones can also be useful for people who travel frequently and need to use local SIM cards in different countries. Some dual-SIM phones have a physical slot for the second SIM card, while others use a virtual or eSIM.
Memory and connection options
The HomTom HT16 has 1024 MB of RAM (1 GB) and 8 GB internal storage . Expandable memory: microSD up to 128GB. There is a USB connection, you can use this to exchange data with your laptop or to charge your device. Connecting Bluetooth headsets or car kits is no problem.
Do you take a lot of photos and videos? Then the storage of 8 GB is less suitable. You may need to clean your phone after a while. Furthermore, there are of course possibilities to expand storage in the cloud, such as with Google Drive or Dropbox.
Screen & operation
The phone is operated via the large 5,0 inch touchscreen.The HomTom HT16 can display up to a 16 millions colors. This screen has a resolution of 720 x 1280 pixels. With 293 pixels per inch, this HD screen is sharp and easy to read. It also takes less effort to look at it for a long time.
Operating system
Android 6.0 (Marshmallow). The major changes compared to the previous version are
- New permission system There are changes to the display and execution of app permissions
- New API Improvements for a fingerprint scanner should it be present on the device
- New App drawer New improved display of the app list
- Visual voicemail Ability to access voicemails without calling voicemail. (depending on provider support)
- Rotation of the home screen This option comes standard with Android 6 Marshmallow
- Status bar icons Ability to remove or add status bar icons
- Android pay New option to deal with your phone
- Standby time Improvement of the standby time
