Kyocera Rise Prices, Plans, and Specs

Features

  • 3.5 inch display
  • Android 4.0
  • 2GB int. memory (useable capacity will be less)
  • Released in August 2012
  • 512MB RAM
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Average Score

55/100

If you don't care all that much about the extras and really just want a solid smartphone that works well as a messaging ...

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Kyocera Rise Specs

Display

Type LCD
Screen Resolution 320 x 480 pixels
Screen Size 3.5 inch (8.9 cm)
Touch Screen Yes

Camera

Front -
Rear -
Flash Type LED
Video Recording YES

General

Release Date August 2012
Operating System Android 4.0
Processor Type Qualcomm Snapdragon S2 MSM8655
Processor Speed 1 GHz
Graphics Processor Type -
SIM Card -
Battery Capacity Not available
Battery Features -
RAM 512MB
Internal 2GB
Expandable Up to 32GB (2GB supplied)

Physical

Width 60.5 mm
Height 113 mm
Thickness 14.3 mm
Weight 158 grams
Material -
Colors -
Water and Dust Resistance No

Features

Intelligence -
NFC No
GPS Yes
Sensors Accelerometer
Audio Formats MP3, WAV, eAAC+
Video Formats MP4, WMV, H.264, H.263

Connectivity

Maximum Data Speed 3.1Mbps
WiFi 802.11 b/g/n
USB 2.0
Networks -
Frequencies -
Headphone jack No
Connectivity Features Bluetooth

Kyocera Rise Reviews

65/100

"If you don't care all that much about the extras and really just want a solid smartphone that works well as a messaging device, the Rise is worth a look. It you want a smartphone that gets everything right, the Kyocera Rise doesn't fully rise to the occasion"

gdgt.com
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60/100

"If you need a physical keyboard, the Kyocera Rise for Virgin Mobile will suffice, but you can get a much better phone if you're willing to drop it."

pcmag.com
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Mixed

"The keys are nicely spread and plenty responsive, but you'll definitely sacrifice a svelte frame for the added keyboard."

techradar,com
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50/100

"Powered by a single-core 1-GHz Qualcomm MSM8655 processor with 512MB of RAM, the Kyocera Rise's performance didn't wow. We navigated quickly between apps and menus. However, when we started playing "Blood & Glory: Legend," there was noticeable stuttering in both the game and when we tried to go back..."

laptopmag.com
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50/100

"The Rise takes a step back from the Milano’s solid call quality. Callers complained that we were hollow, as if we were standing in a cave with wax paper over the mic. They were able to understand us, but stated that they had to concentrate to do so, and overall rated us 7.5/10. "

phonearena.com
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50/100

" I’d recommend the Rise as a solid starter smartphone, or perhaps a phone for your clumsy teenager, but more-experienced smartphone users will be left wanting more. "

techhive.com
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Average Score

(6 Reviews)

55/100
 

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