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GADGET REVIEW: Alcatel One Touch Flash 2, "An Ideal Smartphone for Mobile Photography"

Alcatel Flash 2 Review Philippines

A good camera is one of my must-haves in every travel. Be it a dSLR or a digicam, I always make sure that I have a camera with me during my travels to document those precious travel moments. But there are times that I don't bring a dSLR or a digicam, a mobile phone with a good camera is just enough.

Alcatel Flash 2 Review Philippines

With the introduction of many smartphones with good camera, there are many choices in the market today. One of them is the Alcatel One Touch Flash 2. It's latest Alcatel smartphone flagship model that was just launched last September 22, 2015 in Bonifacio Global City.

Alcatel Flash 2 Review Philippines

Alcatel One Touch Flash 2 Specs

  • 1.3GHz Mediatek MK6753 octa-core processor
  • 2GB RAM, 16GB internal storage (expandable)
  • 5.0-inches IPS HD LCD, 1280 × 720 pixels
  • 13.0-megapixels back camera with Auto Focus, Dual LED and Dual Tone Flash
  • 5.0-megapixels front camera with LED Flash
  • 3G, HSPA+, LTE, Dual-SIM, dual LTE
  • WiFi, Bluetooth 4.0, GPS, aGPS
  • 3,000mAh Li-Ion battery
  • Android 5.1 Lollipop OS

Alcatel Flash 2 Review Philippines

What's in the box?

The standard package comes with the smartphone, USB 2.0 cable, wall charger adapter, headset, a screen protector, a case with front cover, warranty card and quick start guide user manual.

Alcatel Flash 2 Review Philippines

The Alcatel One Touch Flash 2 features a 1.3GHz Mediatek MK6753 octa-core processor running on Android 5.1 Lollipop OS with 2GB RAM and 16GB internal memory and support an expandable microSD up to 64GB. It also features a 13.0-megapixels back camera with Auto Focus, Dual LED and Dual Tone Flash which is just perfect for snapping photos during my travels.

Alcatel Flash 2 Review Philippines

As for connectivity, it supports dual-SIM (micro) that can connect to 3G and LTE signals. It also supports WiFi, Bluetooth 4.0, GPS, aGPS connectivity.

Alcatel Flash 2 Review Philippines

What I really like most about the Alcatel One Touch Flash 2 is its camera that takes really good photos. It features 13 MP back camera with 4128 x 3096 pixels, auto-focus, dual tone LED flash using Samsung ISOCELL sensor.

Alcatel Flash 2 Review Philippines

It also features video recording and the 5.0 MP front camera has a face detection feature, auto-focus and LED Flash for that awesome "selfies."

Alcatel Flash 2 Review Philippines

Sample Photos taken with Alcatel Flash 2 (Unedited)


Alcatel Flash 2 Review Sample Photos

Alcatel Flash 2 Review Sample Photos

Alcatel Flash 2 Review Sample Photos

Price and Availability

The new Alcatel Flash 2 will be exclusively available at Lazada starting on September 30, 2015 at exactly 12:00 noon. As one of the country's leading "One-Stop Shopping and Selling Destination," Lazada assures that it will be available to a wider consumer base through its strong logistical capability and robust cash-on-delivery network.

The Alcatel Flash 2 is available in Volcanic Grey and Mica White. With a suggested retail price of 6,190.00 pesos, what else can I ask for?! This is definitely an affordable smart phone packed with great features needed by a traveler like me.

Overall, the Alcatel Flash 2 is quite impressive for its price and features. It is ideal for mobile photography and for travelers looking for a smartphone that is affordable and packed with great features.

With a price tag of only Php 6,190.00, the Alcatel Flash 2 is definitely a bang for the buck!


Disclosure: Alcatel gave me this Alcatel Flash 2 for the purpose of this review. All the comments and views expressed are mine and were not influenced by the company.

8 comments :

  1. hows the audio of this phone both for music and talking calls? the loudspeaker? how long does the battery last? does it have scratch protection? could you post some sample pics? thanks!

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  2. ganda nito, utoy... long life battery pa.

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  3. what if nag hang yung unit? hndi kaya sa pag-turn off lang ng phone? pwede pa kaya? e yung battery nya naka fix?

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  4. How to disable google search in the main page? wala option pag nilong-press e. Also, cannot save pics on FB.. pls help, TY

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  5. Good review. Do you notice aa blueish tint on the display especially when showing white background ?

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  6. is this available at SM north cyberzone already ?

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  7. How to disabled the 3g?

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