The Huawei U8350 Boulder was released in October 2011 as a compact QWERTY Android smartphone designed for productivity and efficient communication. Running on Android 2.2 (Froyo), it provided a smooth user experience for messaging, email, and social media. The phone featured a 2.6-inch TFT display with a 320×240 pixel resolution, making it ideal for quick text input and browsing. Its physical QWERTY keyboard was a standout feature, offering tactile feedback that appealed to business users and texters alike. Powered by a 528 MHz ARM 11 processor on the Qualcomm Snapdragon S1 chipset with 256MB RAM, the U8350 handled basic smartphone tasks effectively. The device offered 512MB of internal storage expandable via microSDHC, allowing users to store music, photos, and documents.
The Huawei U8350 Boulder came equipped with a 3.2 MP rear camera capable of video recording, while the 1200mAh removable battery delivered reliable daily usage. Connectivity options included Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, Bluetooth 2.1 with A2DP, and GPS with A-GPS for location services. The phone supported FM radio, MP3/MP4 playback, and document viewing, catering to multimedia needs. Despite its compact form, the device maintained a professional look with color options in Black and White. With its lightweight 105g build and slim 9.9mm profile, the Huawei U8350 Boulder combined portability, functionality, and reliability—an ideal choice for users seeking an affordable Android smartphone with a physical keyboard.
Huawei U8350 Boulder Detailed Specs Table
| Category | Specifications |
|---|---|
| Network | GSM / HSPA |
| Launch | Announced 2011, Released October 2011 |
| Status | Discontinued |
| Body Dimensions | 115 x 62.8 x 9.9 mm (4.53 x 2.47 x 0.39 in) |
| Weight | 105 g (3.70 oz) |
| Keyboard | QWERTY |
| SIM | Mini-SIM |
| Display Type | TFT, 256K colors |
| Display Size | 2.6 inches, 20.9 cm² (~29.0% screen-to-body ratio) |
| Resolution | 320 x 240 pixels, 4:3 ratio (~154 ppi density) |
| Platform OS | Android 2.2 (Froyo) |
| Chipset | Qualcomm MSM7225 Snapdragon S1 |
| CPU | 528 MHz ARM 11 |
| GPU | No |
| Memory (Card slot) | microSDHC (dedicated slot) |
| Internal Memory | 512MB, 256MB RAM |
| Main Camera | 3.2 MP |
| Video | Yes |
| Selfie Camera | No |
| Sound | Loudspeaker, 3.5mm jack |
| WLAN | Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n |
| Bluetooth | 2.1, A2DP |
| Positioning | GPS, A-GPS |
| Radio | FM radio |
| USB | microUSB 2.0 |
| Sensors | Accelerometer, proximity, compass |
| Multimedia Features | MP3/WAV/eAAC+ player, MP4/H.264 player |
| Extras | Organizer, Document viewer, Photo editor, Voice memo, Predictive text input |
| Battery Type | Removable Li-Ion 1200 mAh battery |
| Colors | Black, White |
| Price | About 90 EUR |
