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Philips 859 Specifications
Philips
Released 2004, Aug 15
- 94g, 23mm thickness
- Feature phone
- 7MB storage, no card slot
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| Category | Genze /10 | Users /10 |
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| Battery | 1.1 | — |
| Display | 4.9 | — |
| Performance | 2.3 | — |
| Camera | 4.8 | — |
| Body | 5.2 | — |
| Gaming | 3.5 | — |
| Software | 4.4 | — |
| Connectivity | 5.8 | — |
| Sensors | 7.2 | — |
| Software updates | — | — |
| Clean software | — | — |
| Heating | — | — |
| Media | — | — |
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Quick specifications
128x160 pixels, 7 lines
0.3MP
No video recorder
600mAh
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Full specifications
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Network
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Technology | GSM |
|---|---|---|
| 2G bands | GSM 900 / 1800 / 1900 | |
| GPRS | Class 10 | |
| EDGE | No |
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Launch
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Announced | 2004, Q3 |
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| Status | Discontinued |
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Body
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Dimensions | 88 x 46 x 23 mm, 77 cc (3.46 x 1.81 x 0.91 in) |
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| Weight | 94 g (3.32 oz) | |
| SIM | Mini-SIM |
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Display
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Type | TFT, 65K colors |
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| Size | ||
| Resolution | 128 x 160 pixels, 7 lines | |
| ??? | 180 deg opening position Second external CSTN display, 4096 colors (96 x 64 pixels) Screensavers and wallpapers Downloadable logos |
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Memory
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Card slot | No |
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| Phonebook | 500 x 5 fields, Photo call | |
| Call records | 30 received, dialed and missed calls | |
| Internal | 7MB |
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Main Camera
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Single | VGA |
|---|---|---|
| Video | No |
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Selfie camera
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??? | No |
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Sound
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Loudspeaker | Yes |
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| Alert types | Vibration; Downloadable polyphonic ringtones | |
| 3.5mm jack | No |
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Comms
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WLAN | No |
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| Bluetooth | No | |
| Positioning | No | |
| Infrared port | Yes | |
| Radio | No | |
| USB |
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Features
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Sensors | |
|---|---|---|
| Messaging | SMS, EMS, MMS, Email | |
| Browser | WAP 1.2.1 | |
| Games | 4 + Java downloadable | |
| Java | Yes, MIDP 2.0 | |
| ??? | Predictive text input Organizer Voice dial/command Optional TV-out |
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Battery
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Type | Removable Li-Ion 600 mAh battery |
|---|---|---|
| Stand-by | Up to 400 h | |
| Talk time | Up to 4 h |
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Misc
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Frequently asked questions
Is Philips 859 worth buying in 2026?
Philips 859 is worth considering if its strengths match your priorities. Genze scores it 3.7/10 for its class. Read owner reviews and compare alternatives before you buy.
What is the battery capacity of Philips 859?
Philips 859 has a 600 mAh battery. Real-world endurance depends on chipset efficiency, display, and usage.
What is the Genze score for Philips 859?
Genze rates Philips 859 3.7/10 based on performance, display, camera, battery, body build, and value versus phones in the same price tier.
Where do these specifications come from?
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