The Huawei Impulse 4G, released in September 2011 for AT&T, marked Huawei’s effort to deliver a feature-rich yet affordable Android smartphone with reliable 4G connectivity. Running on Android 2.2 (Froyo), it offered a smooth and user-friendly interface for browsing, messaging, and social media. The device came equipped with a 3.8-inch TFT display boasting a 480×800 pixel resolution, producing sharp and vibrant visuals ideal for multimedia and web use. At its core, the Impulse 4G housed a Qualcomm MSM7230 chipset with an 800 MHz Scorpion processor and Adreno 205 GPU, ensuring decent performance for daily smartphone tasks. With 512MB of RAM and expandable storage via microSDHC, it handled multitasking and file storage efficiently.
The Huawei Impulse 4G featured a 5MP autofocus rear camera with LED flash and 720p HD video recording, capturing good quality photos and videos for its era. Although it lacked a selfie camera, it offered essential connectivity options such as Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, Bluetooth 2.1 with A2DP, and GPS with A-GPS for navigation. The device also included a 3.5mm headphone jack and support for MP3, MP4, and document viewing, catering to entertainment and productivity needs. Powered by a removable 1500mAh Li-Ion battery, the phone delivered up to 240 hours of standby time and 4 hours of talk time. Weighing 130 grams, the Huawei Impulse 4G combined affordability, durability, and reliable performance, appealing to users seeking a solid entry-level Android experience.
Huawei Impulse 4G Detailed Specs Table
| Category | Specifications |
|---|---|
| Network | GSM / HSPA |
| Launch | Announced September 2011, Released September 2011 |
| Status | Discontinued |
| Body Dimensions | 120 x 65 x 11.6 mm (4.72 x 2.56 x 0.46 in) |
| Weight | 130 g (4.59 oz) |
| SIM | Mini-SIM |
| Display Type | TFT |
| Display Size | 3.8 inches, 41.1 cm² (~52.7% screen-to-body ratio) |
| Resolution | 480 x 800 pixels, 5:3 ratio (~246 ppi density) |
| Platform OS | Android 2.2 (Froyo) |
| Chipset | Qualcomm MSM7230 |
| CPU | 800 MHz Scorpion |
| GPU | Adreno 205 |
| Memory (Card slot) | microSDHC (dedicated slot) |
| Internal Memory | 512MB RAM |
| Main Camera | 5 MP, AF |
| Camera Features | LED flash |
| Video (Main) | 720p@30fps |
| Selfie Camera | No |
| Sound | Loudspeaker, 3.5mm jack |
| WLAN | Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n |
| Bluetooth | 2.1, A2DP, EDR |
| Positioning | GPS, A-GPS |
| Radio | No |
| 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 1500 mAh |
| Stand-by Time | Up to 240 hours |
| Talk Time | Up to 4 hours |
| Colors | Black |
| Price | About 80 EUR |
