Samsung E2152

This is a basic feature phone built for calls, texts, and battery life rather than apps or browsing. The 2.0-inch TFT screen runs at 128 x 160 pixels, fine for reading messages and menus but not much else. There's no Wifi and no GPS on board, so anything that needs a real internet connection is out of scope here.

The rear camera tops out at VGA resolution, which is good enough for the occasional casual snapshot and not much more, and there's no front camera at all. Samsung E2152 price in Malaysia starts from RM185, which fits its role as a lightweight backup or starter phone. The 1000 mAh battery in an 80.4g body should comfortably outlast a smartphone on standby, and you still get Bluetooth v2.1 with A2DP, a microUSB port, and stereo FM radio with RDS for basic entertainment.

Storage is expandable via microSD up to 2GB, and it comes only in black. It's a straightforward device for anyone who just needs calls, texts, and a radio without the upkeep of a smartphone.