Essential Phone
After hinting at a new device, Andy Rubin’s start-up, Essential, announced the Essential PH-1 (Phone). Unlike other OEMs, Essential is all about keeping only the essential aspects of a smartphone. This means almost-stock Android, no pre-install bloatware, and quality materials such as titanium and ceramic to make up the handset.
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Full hardware specifications for Essential’s Phone:
| Essential Phone | Specification |
|---|---|
| Android version | Android 7.1.1 Nougat |
| Screen size | 5.7-inch LCD |
| Resolution | Â 2560×1312 pixels |
| PPI | 505 ppi |
| Primary camera | Dual 13MP cameras (color + monochrome), f/1.85, phase-detect + laser auto focus |
| Front camera | Â 8MP, f/2.2 |
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 835 2.45GHz octa-core Kyro 280 CPU, Adreno 540 GPU |
| Storage | 128GB |
| Expandable storage up to | N/A |
| RAM | 4GB |
| Battery | 3,040mAh (nonremovable) |
| Ports | USB Type-C |
| Weight | 185 g |
| Dimensions | 141.5 x 71.1 x 7.8 mm |
| Other features | Rear-facing fingerprint sensor, modular accessories |
| Color options | Black Moon, Pure White, Stellar Grey, Ocean Depths |
| Carrier availability | Sprint, Unlocked |
| Base price off-contract | ~$699 |
| In-box accessories | USB-C to 3.5 mm headphone adapter, USB-C charging/data transfer cable, fast charging wall adapter |
