Alcatel is a French mobile phone brand that designs and manufactures smartphones, feature phones, tablets, and mobile broadband devices.
Alcatel was founded in 1898 as a telecommunications equipment company.
In 1978, Alcatel invented the first digital telephone system.
The company went through several changes and mergers, and in 2004, Alcatel merged with the American company Lucent Technologies to form Alcatel-Lucent.
In 2016, the Chinese electronics company TCL Corporation acquired the rights to the Alcatel brand for mobile phones and continued to produce smartphones under the brand name.
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A mid-range smartphone with a 6.52-inch display, triple rear camera, and 4,000 mAh battery.
An entry-level smartphone with a 6.22-inch display, dual rear camera, and 3,500 mAh battery.
An 8-inch tablet with an HD display, 3,080 mAh battery, and 5MP rear camera.
Alcatel produces smartphones at an affordable price point and with decent features. However, the brand has received mixed reviews regarding the quality of their devices.
Alcatel phones use the Android operating system.
Alcatel phones have varying camera quality depending on the model. Some models have multiple rear cameras and can take decent photos, but others have only a single camera and may not have the best quality photos.
The battery life on Alcatel phones varies depending on the model and usage. Some models have larger batteries and can last longer while others may not have the best battery life.
Alcatel phones are available to purchase on their website as well as from retailers such as Amazon, Best Buy, and Walmart.