SIM Free TCL 501 32GB Mobile Phone - Prime Black
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About this product
- This product is supplied with a charging device.
- The required output of a suitable charging device is 0.75W minimum and 5W maximum.
- This product does not support PD fast charging (harmonised fast charging).
The TCL 501 seamlessly integrates essential features without any compromise. Enjoy an expansive 6-inch display for your favourite media consumption, a 5MP camera to capture special moments for sharing with friends and family, and a resilient 3000mAh battery providing up to 10 hours of continuous use. Effortlessly unlock the TCL 501 with Face Unlock and experience the power-efficient octa-core processor seamlessly multitasking as you switch between your favourite apps.
The TCL 501 features an expansive 6-inch display, providing an immersive viewing experience that's perfect for streaming, scrolling, and browsing, ensuring you never miss a detail.
Equipped with a power-efficient octa-core processor, the TCL 501 ensures a smooth and seamless experience. Enhanced power efficiency contributes to an extended battery life, making your phone both capable and efficient.
With 32GB of built-in storage and microSD support of up to 1TB, the TCL 501 enables you to store all your essential apps and favourite photos without concerns about space, allowing you to cherish every moment.
Please note: In order to reduce e-waste, the manufacturer has chosen not to include a USB plug in the box. You can use an existing USB plug with the included USB cable or purchase one from our site. Please see the 'Box Contents' section below for more details.
Model number: 501.
Network:
- Network provider: Sim free.
- 2G, 3G and 4G network capability.
- Dual SIM phone: supports 2 SIM simultaneously.
- SIM card type: nano SIM and nano SIM.
Display and Design:
- 6 inch IPS LCD display.
- With a density of 203 pixels per inch.
- Touch screen.
Dimensions:
- Size H156.5, W74.9, D9.7mm.
- Weight 180g.
Camera and Video:
- Dual camera.
- Front camera 2MP.
- Rear camera 5MP.
- LED Flash.
- Camera features: Zoom.
- Video capture in 1080p quality.
Storage:
- Internal memory 32GB.
- Expandable memory up to 1000GB when using microSDXC card slot. Boost your storage to hold more tunes, holiday snaps and extra apps.
Technical specifications:
- 2.2GHz octa core MediaTek helio processor.
- 2GB RAM.
- Operating system: Android 14 (Go).
- App store compatibility: Google play store.
Battery:
- Up to 450 hours standby time.
- Up to 1140 minutes talk time.
- 3000mAh battery capacity.
Product features:
- MP3 and MP4 player.
- Headphone port.
Connectivity:
- Wi-Fi.
- Bluetooth.
- GPS.
Box Contents:
- 5V1A Charger, USB Cable(Type C 2.0), Battery, LCD sticker, QG & PSI.
- Only charging cable included - USB C to USB C cable required.
General information:
- EAN: 4894461987453.
- 2 year guarantee.
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Customers Say
Overall, users find this phone to be a good budget option with decent features for basic use. However, many report issues with speed, battery life, and charging problems.
An AI generated summary based on recent customer reviews
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Great user friendly phone
I find this phone very easy to use, it handles several apps with ease and has the added of bonus of allowing 2 sims to be used at within the one phone. It is fantastic value for money and I would highly recommend it.
JaneMac, 45 - 54, Scotland
amazing phone
i exchanged this phone for a new one and im really ha[py with the purchase the gentleman who served me was very helpful polite and very understanding
dazz swift
Great phone
Husband bought this for himself and he is really pleased with it . Everything about the phone is just what he wanted.
Mand, 55 - 64
TCL 501 Mobile
Brilliant phone for the price,typical Argos quality product.
Steve4420, 65 or over, Morecambe
Poor. Performance
The port where I charge the battery is spoilt within a month. So painful because it was money wasted
Amazing product
TCL501 Mobile
It's a bit slow, but reasonable cheap phone.
Bertie, 55 - 64
Rubbish! ZERO STARS!!! (not 2!??)
Firstly I don't use phones with internet capability, my sim is in a Doro. I purchased this phone to take photos for selling my unused items. Unboxing I found I had to put a sim in it to set it up, the phone would not even start without a sim in. Once started up and connected to the house internet (which is what I bought it for), I found the camera to take blurry photos, this phone is unable to focus. When the screen is tapped to make it focus-nothing happens. After research-there is no focus option in settings or "how to" on the internet. Battery on full charge lasts 24hrs with no use, every time I wanted to use the phone, I had to charge it up. I can't review the phone call or messaging because after start up I then put my sim back in my trusty Doro. After a few weeks of borrowing my partners phone to take photos, he got bored and bought me a top of the range Samsung with what I needed it for in mind. This phone is now at the back of a dark drawer!
A N Old Lady, 45 - 54
Good phone
I bought this phone for a friend a month ago and he's so happy with the phone.
TCL
Great phone
I was very grateful for this purchase happy with it thank you
Carolannc, 55 - 64, Edinburgh Scotland
Rubbish
Found loads of problems with it so had to buy a replacement. The screen glitches and flashes on/off. The screen stops working, tried cleaning it but makes no difference. During calls it just cuts out. Deleted half of my phone book but still had the names on some of the missed calls list and messages. Only good things is its a nice colour
N, 35 - 44, Devon
Hey Pop,
I can advise that you would put your existing sim card into the phone and you would top up via Vodafone either online or in store.
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Hello Badger,
SIM Free TCL 501 32GB Mobile Phone - Prime Black
Yes, this phone supports Google Wallet, but does not support NFC for payments.
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Hi Richard,
I can advise that the SIM Free TCL 501 32GB Mobile Phone - Prime Black does support WhatsApp.
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Hello,
Yes, the SIM Free TCL 501 32GB Mobile Phone - Prime Black is Android.
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Hello Levij,
Yes, the SIM Free TCL 501 32GB Mobile Phone is suitable. This phone has a 6-inch display, great for video streaming. It has a dual camera for video and picture. Mobile games and apps like Roblox are downloadable from the Google Playstore installed on this phone.
I hope this helps.
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Hello Bella,
SIM Free TCL 501 32GB Mobile Phone- Prime Black:
Yes, you can get whatsapp on this phone.
I hope this has answered your question,
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Hello Marie,
I can confirm that the SIM Free TCL 501 32GB Mobile Phone - Prime Black can be used without a SIM card for wifi based functions.
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Hi Neil,
SIM Free TCL 501 32GB Mobile Phone - Blue 502/6656
Yes this is compatible with Life360.
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Hello Joy,
Yes, you can use Snapchat on the TCL 501 32GB mobile phone, as it is SIM-free and can be registered with any network provider.
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Hello Nick,
After checking with our supplier, they have advised for the SIM Free TCL 501 32GB Mobile Phone - Prime Black: only the charger cable is included.
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