HTC Explorer

This is a budget Android handset from HTC's 2011 lineup, built around a single-core 600 MHz Cortex A5 chip and Adreno 200 graphics. With only 512 MB RAM and 90 MB of usable internal storage, it's suited for basic calls, texts and light apps rather than anything demanding; a microSD slot lets you add up to 32 GB if you need more room for photos or music. The 3.2-inch TFT screen runs at 320 x 480 pixels, which was standard for entry phones at the time.

The rear camera sits at 3.15 MP with no front-facing camera at all, so selfies and video calls are out. It records video at 480p and includes geo-tagging and face detection features. A 1230 mAh battery powers the whole package, paired with Android 2.3 Gingerbread out of the box. HTC Explorer price in Malaysia starts from RM220, and it comes in Active Black, Active Navy, Metallic Black and Metallic Navy.

Wifi, GPS with A-GPS, Bluetooth 3.0 and HSDPA data support round out the connectivity, though there's no front camera for video calls. It weighs 108g and measures 12.9mm thick, keeping it light and pocketable despite its dated internals.