5 Android Smartphones Under RM900 If Your Parents Need A New Phone
There's something for everyone!
By John Lim — 06 Apr 2017, 06:40 PM
Getting a smartphone for someone isn't an easy task, especially when that person is your parent
When parents need a new phone, their tech savvy kids will usually jump in to save the day. The conversation typically drills down to two main must-haves for a phone: ease of use and affordability.
But with the oversaturation of smartphones in the market, many of us are left with too many choices - which makes buying a handset for our parents even harder.
We’re here to help! Here are some smartphones in the market right now that you should consider for your parents:
Note: The devices listed are under RM900, capable of 4G connectivity, and has a minimum storage of 15GB. The list is in no particular order.
1. Samsung Galaxy J7
Price: RM849.
Storage: 16GB.
RAM: 2GB.
Camera: 13MP rear, 5MP front-facing.
Screen size: 5.5-inch.
Where to buy: 11Street.
Released last year, the Samsung Galaxy J7 packs a number of impressive specs. It has a 13MP shooter which is capable of shooting great photos and the 5.5-inch screen makes it easier for seniors to use.
The unique "Easy" mode boosts the icon and font sizes and simplifies the home screen layout. With the Easy mode turned on, the J7's home screen will display only the time, date and local weather, six widely used functions, and contacts.
Now your mum can have every family member on speed dial!
2. Huawei Honor 5X
Price: RM849.
Storage: 16GB.
RAM: 2GB.
Camera: 13MP rear, 5MP front-facing.
Screen size: 5.5-inch.
Where to buy: 11Street.
With a powerful processor, the Huawei Honor 5X promises to keep things smooth and buttery on the inside.
The phone also has a MicroSD slot that allows up to 256GB worth of space, so your mum will have enough space to bring along a season of her favourite K-Drama on the next family trip.
3. Xiaomi Redmi Note 4
Price: RM799.
Storage: 32GB.
RAM: 3GB.
Camera: 13MP rear, 5MP front-facing.
Screen size: 5.5-inch.
Where to buy: Mi Store at Lazada.
The Xiaomi Redmi Note 4 is one of the classiest budget phones out there. True to its “Note” nature, the phone's 5.5-inch screen provides a full HD experience which assures the user clear viewing of any picture or videos. Perfect for checking out family portraits!
Like the Galaxy J7, there's a "Lite" mode, which turns the home screen into a 2x3 grid of huge icons and boosts text size .
Oh, it also has a fingerprint scanner for added security!
4. Asus ZenFone 3 Max
Price: RM673.
Storage: 32GB.
RAM: 3GB.
Camera: 13MP rear, 5MP front-facing.
Screen size: 5.2-inch.
Where to buy: Asus Store at Lazada.
One of the most impressive features about the ZenFone 3 Max is its battery life, which can last up to 18 hours of web browsing on WiFi.
For all the dads on the go, the phone comes with a dual-sim feature!
5. OPPO A37
Price: RM728.
Storage: 16GB.
RAM: 2GB.
Camera: 8MP rear, 5MP front-facing.
Screen size: 5-inch.
Where to buy: Oppo Online Store.
This phone is perfect for mums and dads who love taking selfies! The front shooter gets a lot of goodies including beautification, Screen Flash, and Palm Shutter for those flawless shots.
Performance wise, the 5-inch smartphone has an HD 5-inch display mated with 2GB of RAM and 16GB of storage for a smooth experience.
