The Huawei U8850 Vision, launched in the third quarter of 2011, stood out as a stylish and well-balanced Android smartphone combining solid performance with elegant design. Running on Android 2.3.4 (Gingerbread), it featured a 3.7-inch TFT display with a 480×800 pixel resolution, offering bright visuals and responsive touch controls. The device was powered by a 1.0 GHz Scorpion processor on the Qualcomm Snapdragon S2 chipset, paired with an Adreno 205 GPU and 512MB RAM. This configuration delivered smooth multitasking and dependable performance for its time. The phone included 2GB of internal storage, expandable via microSDHC, ensuring ample room for apps, media, and documents. Its sleek aluminum body and light 121g weight gave it a premium feel, while the 9.9mm slim profile added to its portability.
The Huawei U8850 Vision sported a 5MP autofocus rear camera with LED flash and 720p video recording, alongside a VGA front camera for video chats. Multimedia support included MP3, MP4, and FM radio with RDS, making it ideal for entertainment. Connectivity options such as Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, Bluetooth 2.1, and GPS with A-GPS ensured seamless communication and navigation. Its 1400mAh non-removable battery provided up to 6 hours and 40 minutes of talk time and 400 hours on standby, striking a balance between performance and endurance. With its refined design, capable hardware, and intuitive interface, the Huawei U8850 Vision was a standout mid-range smartphone of its era.
Huawei U8850 Vision Detailed Specs Table
| Category | Specifications |
|---|---|
| Network | GSM / HSPA |
| Launch | Announced August 2011, Released Q3 2011 |
| Status | Discontinued |
| Body Dimensions | 118 x 59.9 x 9.9 mm (4.65 x 2.36 x 0.39 in) |
| Weight | 121 g (4.27 oz) |
| SIM | Mini-SIM |
| Display Type | TFT, 256K colors |
| Display Size | 3.7 inches, 39.0 cm² (~55.1% screen-to-body ratio) |
| Resolution | 480 x 800 pixels, 5:3 ratio (~252 ppi density) |
| Platform OS | Android 2.3.4 (Gingerbread) |
| Chipset | Qualcomm MSM8255-1 Snapdragon S2 |
| CPU | 1.0 GHz Scorpion |
| GPU | Adreno 205 |
| Memory (Card slot) | microSDHC (dedicated slot) |
| Internal Memory | 2GB, 512MB RAM |
| Main Camera | 5 MP, AF |
| Camera Features | LED flash |
| Video (Main) | 720p |
| Selfie Camera | VGA |
| Sound | Loudspeaker, 3.5mm jack |
| WLAN | Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n |
| Bluetooth | 2.1, A2DP, EDR |
| Positioning | GPS, A-GPS |
| Radio | Stereo FM radio, RDS |
| 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 | Non-removable Li-Ion 1400 mAh |
| Stand-by Time | Up to 400 hours |
| Talk Time | Up to 6 hours 40 minutes |
| Colors | Black |
| Models | U8850-1 |
| SAR EU | 0.76 W/kg (head), 0.62 W/kg (body) |
| Price | About 80 EUR |
