Mobile Phone

CTS398BK/94

Reflect your style

Nothing conveys prestige and confidence like the blackbody and variety of colour covers on the Philips S398. Step it up with a 1.3GHz Quad-Core processor, 12.7cm HD IPS screen and spacious memory, and see your potential soar.

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Reflect your style

  • S398
  • Black
  • WCDMA / GSM
Maximized performance with 1.3GHz quad core processor

Maximized performance with 1.3GHz quad core processor

Your Philips mobile phone now zooms along like never before, thanks to the powerful 1.3GHz quad core processor. This powerhouse keeps up easily with your multitasking demands at a much faster speed. Load web pages with lightning speed, watch uninterrupted videos plus get animations fast-and we mean fast! Gaming is seamless and immersive with exceptional picture quality.

Dual mode (WCDMA and GSM), dual coverage

Dual mode (WCDMA and GSM), dual coverage

Your Philips mobile phone incorporates two SIM cards to allow you access to WCDMA and GSM network connections at the same time. Now you can enjoy wider mobile coverage on two networks with just one phone.

Quality shots with 8 megapixel autofocus camera with flash

Quality shots with 8 megapixel autofocus camera with flash

Shoot like a pro on the go with the 8 megapixel autofocus camera on your Philips mobile phone. Capture life's fleeting moments - big or small - in crystal-clear quality and beam them to friends and family with pride. And a built-in flash means that you can take great photos even in dim lighting conditions -so you won't miss a memorable shot, night or day.

2 megapixel front camera for self-portraits and video

2 megapixel front camera for self-portraits and video

Bring yourself to the forefront of fun snapshots with the 2 megapixel front camera incorporated into your Philips mobile phone. Besides allowing you to take self-portraits, this front-facing camera feature also means that you can engage in face-to-face communication with video calls with friends or colleagues.

Unique curvilinear design with optimal size

Your Philips mobile phone comes with a unique 63 degree curve at both ends that will revolutionize the way you hold your phone. It manages to be both trendy and ergonomic to appeal to your sense of quality and aesthetics. Its sensible design features a large screen within an optimal size that fits snugly in your hand and also incorporates a speaker at the bottom of the phone to deliver the greatest volume when you speak.

Android 4.4

Empowered by Android, your Philips mobile now comes with a fully customizable mobile platform that is open to a wide range of smart applications and functions. Find your pocket PC, games console and telephone all rolled conveniently into one.

12.7cm HD IPS display

The IPS technology ensures great viewing from any angle, while the vibrant colors and vivid images render a full-bodied viewing experience. Whether you are showing off your latest snapshots to friends or surfing your favorite websites, the 12.7cm screen gives you an unbeatable visual treat while on the go.

Technical Specifications

  • Picture/Display

    Main Display Resolution
    720X1280  pixels
    Main Display Technology
    TFT IPS
    Capacitive touchscreen
    Yes
    Diagonal screen size
    12.7 cm
  • Still Picture Capturing

    Camera
    Integrated
    Picture resolution
    8M (3264X2448)
    Picture file format
    JPEG
    Picture quality
    • Normal
    • Fine
    • Superfine
    Preview frame rate
    30 frames/second
    Image sensor type
    CMOS
    Integrated flash
    Yes
  • Still Picture Playback

    Picture Compression Format
    • BMP
    • GIF
    • GIF (87a & 89a)
    • JPEG
    • WBMP
    Picture Enhancement
    • Create albums
    • Edit photos (colors, filters)
    Slide show
    Yes
  • Processor

    1.3 GHz Quad Core Processor
    Yes
  • Storage Media

    Built-in memory (RAM)
    1GB
    Built-in memory (ROM)
    8GB
    Memory Card Types
    Micro SD
    Maximum memory card capacity
    32  GB
  • Connectivity

    Bluetooth version
    4.0
    Bluetooth profiles
    • A2DP
    • File transfer profile
    Modem Capabilities
    • GPRS
    • SMS
    • EDGE
    • HSDPA 21Mbps
    • HSUPA 5.76Mbps
    Headset
    Via 3.5mm jack connector
    PC Link
    USB 2.0
    Serial connections
    USB-MicroUSB data cable
    Wireless connection
    • Wi-Fi
    • Bluetooth
  • Network Features

    WCDMA band
    • 2100MHz
    • 900MHz
    EDGE
    Yes
    GPRS (Rx+Tx)
    Class 12, Class B
    GSM band(Primary SIM)
    • 1800  MHz
    • 1900  MHz
    • 900  MHz
    • 850  MHz
    GSM band(Secondary SIM)
    • 1800  MHz
    • 1900  MHz
    • 900  MHz
    • 850  MHz
    WiFi
    IEEE 802.11 b,g,n
    Messaging
    • Concatenated SMS (Long SMS)
    • E-mail
    • MMS,Multimedia Message Service
    • SMS (Short Message Service)
    • SMS multi-target
    • SMS CB (Cell Broadcast)
    Services
    • OTA provisioning (WAP,MMS)
    • SIM Toolkit / Release 99
    • WAP 2.0
    • Internet on mobile
    3G
    WCDMA
    GSM band
    • 900  MHz
    • 1800  MHz
    • 1900  MHz
    • 850  MHz
  • Power

    Battery Capacity
    2040 mAh
    Battery Type
    Lithium-ion
    Standby time
    300h
    Talk time
    8h(2G) 4h(3G)
  • OS

    Android
    Android4.4
  • Convenience

    Language available: UI
    English
    Ease of Use
    • Hands free mode
    • In-flight mode
    • Keypad Lock
    • Vibra Alert
    • Dual SIM cards
    Call Management
    • Call Forwarding
    • Call on Hold
    • Call Time
    • Call Waiting*
    • Caller ID*
    • Conference Call
    • Emergency Call
    • Microphone mute
    • Missed Calls
    • Multi-party call
    • Received Calls
    Buttons and controls
    • Power On/Off
    • Side keys
    • Soft keys
    Volume control
    Yes
    Clock/Version
    • Analogue
    • Digital
    • International clock
    Multimedia
    FM Radio
    Vibrator
    Yes
    Games and applications
    • Agenda
    • Alarm Clock
    • Calculator
    • Calendar
    • Stopwatch
    • Document Viewer
    • Motion sensor
    • Widget
    • File Manager
    • Photo Editor
    Text input
    Smart predictive input
    Personal Info Management
    • Daylight saving
    • International clock
    • Quick Note
    • Smart Phonebook
    • Task list
    • Time Zone
    Personalisation/Customization
    • Downloadable Picture
    • Downloadable Ringtones
    • Wallpaper
    • Ringtones
    • Screen Saver
  • Sound

    Ringers
    • MP3 ringer
    • Polyphonic (64 tones)
    • AMR ringer
  • GPS

    Built-in GPS
    Yes
    Supports A-GPS
    Yes
  • Dimensions

    Handset Color
    Black
    Form Factor
    Candy bar
    Antenna
    Integrated
    Handset dimensions
    143.7mmx71.1mmx9.65mm
    Handset weight
    170g
  • Accessories

    Standard Package Includes
    • Battery
    • Charger
    • User Manual
    • USB data cable
    • Handset
    • Screen Protector

What's in the box?

Other items in the box

  • Battery
  • Charger
  • User Manual
  • USB data cable
  • Handset
  • Screen Protector

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  • MicroSD memory card is not included.
  • Availability of certain features is subject to valid service subscription from your network operator.
  • All visuals provided are for reference purposes only. Actual product features such as phone colors and screenshots may vary from those pictured.
  • Actual available memory for end user usage may vary from market to market due to pre-configuration.
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