Engineering:Starmobile Diamond D3
| Brand | Starmobile |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Starmobile |
| Series | Diamond |
| Compatible networks | GSM, HSPA+ |
| First released | January 2014 |
| Predecessor | Starmobile Diamond D2 |
| Type | Smartphone |
| Operating system | Android 4.2 (Jelly Bean) |
| System on chip | MediaTek MT6582 |
| CPU | 1.3 GHz quad-core |
| GPU | Mali-400MP |
| Memory | 1 GB RAM |
| Storage | 4 GB |
| Removable storage | microSD (up to 32 GB) |
| Battery | 2000 mAh |
| Display | 5.0 in (130 mm) qHD IPS LCD 960 x 540 pixels (~220 ppi density) |
| Rear camera | 12 MP, BSI, autofocus, LED flash |
| Front camera | 8 MP, BSI, autofocus, LED flash |
| References | [1] |
The Starmobile Diamond D3 is an Android smartphone designed, developed, and marketed by the Filipino tech company Starmobile.[2] The device was launched in January 2014 as part of the brand's Diamond lineup.[3]
Discounts for the Diamond D3 were held on May 15 to June 30.[4]
Specifications
Design
The Starmobile Diamond D3 features a physical build characterized by a soft matte finish on its rear cover. This texture is complemented by a carbon fiber trim integrated along the sides of the chassis, which provides both visual contrast and textured grip.[1]
The device measures 146.40 mm in height, 73.40 mm in width, and 10.00 mm in thickness, giving it a total weight of 176 grams. It was widely distributed in coffee and black color variants.
Hardware
The device is powered by a system-on-chip that houses a 1.3 GHz quad-core MediaTek MT6582 processor. Graphics processing is managed by an ARM Mali-400MP graphics processing unit. The phone uses a 2,000 mAh lithium-ion battery.
The smartphone is configured with 1 GB of RAM alongside 4 GB of internal storage space, which can be expanded by an additional 32 GB via a dedicated microSD card slot.[1]
Display
The handset features a 5-inch in-plane switching (IPS), qHD capacitive touchscreen. It has a resolution of 960×540 pixels with pixel density of approximately 220 pixels per inch.
The panel is overlaid with scratch-resistant Asahi Dragontrail glass.[1]
Cameras
All cameras incorporating back-illuminated sensors (BSI) on both modules. The rear-facing main camera features a 12-megapixel sensor paired with autofocus capabilities and an LED flash. The front-facing secondary camera features an 8-megapixel sensor that also retains both autofocus and a dedicated front LED flash system.
Software
The Starmobile Diamond D3 shipped out of the box running the Android 4.2.2 Jelly Bean operating system.
References
- ↑ 1.0 1.1 1.2 1.3 "Starmobile Diamond D3 Review: Same Quality Selfie Photos of the Muse for Less". https://unbox.ph/gadget/starmobile_diamond_d3_review_same_quality_selfie_photis_of_the_muse_for_less/.
- ↑ Marcelo, Mark Ballesteros (2014-02-08). "Starmobile Diamond D3 Review: The Best "Selfie" Phone For P7,990" (in en). https://filipinotechaddict.wordpress.com/2014/02/09/starmobile-diamond-d3-review-the-best-selfie-phone-for-p7990/.
- ↑ Marcelo, Mark Ballesteros (2014-01-29). "Starmobile Diamond D3 Initial Impressions" (in en). https://filipinotechaddict.wordpress.com/2014/01/29/starmobile-diamond-d3-initial-impressions/.
- ↑ Viterbo, Giancarlo (2014-05-18). "Starmobile Sells Big Time Phones with Big Time Discounts until June 30" (in en-US). https://www.gadgetpilipinas.net/2014/05/starmobile-sells-big-time-phones-big-time-discounts-june-30/.
