The Huawei U8800 Pro, launched in the second quarter of 2011, was an upgraded version of the original Huawei U8800, offering improved performance, design, and camera features. Running on Android 2.3 (Gingerbread), it featured a 3.8-inch TFT display with a 480×800 pixel resolution, protected by scratch-resistant glass and an oleophobic coating to resist smudges. The smartphone delivered smooth performance thanks to its Qualcomm MSM8255 Snapdragon S2 chipset, 1.0 GHz Scorpion CPU, and Adreno 205 GPU, making it capable of handling daily apps, multimedia playback, and browsing efficiently. With 512MB RAM and up to 4GB internal storage (expandable via microSDHC), it offered ample space for files and applications. Weighing 130 grams, the U8800 Pro maintained a premium yet compact form factor suitable for one-hand use.
The Huawei U8800 Pro was equipped with a 5MP autofocus camera featuring LED flash and 720p HD video recording, providing clear photos and decent video capture for its class. Connectivity options included Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, Bluetooth 2.1 with A2DP, and GPS with A-GPS, complemented by FM radio and a 3.5mm audio jack. Multimedia features such as MP3/MP4 playback, document viewing, and photo editing enhanced its versatility. Powered by a removable 1500mAh Li-Po battery, it delivered up to 8 hours of talk time and an impressive 35 hours of music playback. The U8800 Pro balanced power, functionality, and endurance, earning its place as one of Huawei’s standout mid-range smartphones of the early Android era.
Huawei U8800 Pro Detailed Specs Table
| Category | Specifications |
|---|---|
| Network | GSM / HSPA |
| Launch | Announced Q2 2011 |
| Status | Discontinued |
| Body Dimensions | 120 x 62 x 11.6 mm (4.72 x 2.44 x 0.46 in) |
| Weight | 130 g (4.59 oz) |
| SIM | Mini-SIM |
| Display Type | TFT |
| Display Size | 3.8 inches, 41.1 cm² (~55.2% screen-to-body ratio) |
| Resolution | 480 x 800 pixels, 5:3 ratio (~246 ppi density) |
| Protection | Scratch-resistant glass, oleophobic coating |
| Platform OS | Android 2.3 (Gingerbread) |
| Chipset | Qualcomm MSM8255 Snapdragon S2 |
| CPU | 1.0 GHz Scorpion |
| GPU | Adreno 205 |
| Memory (Card slot) | microSDHC (dedicated slot) |
| Internal Memory | 2GB / 4GB, 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 | Stereo FM radio |
| USB | microUSB 2.0 |
| Sensors | Accelerometer, proximity, compass |
| Multimedia Features | MP3/WMA/WAV/eAAC+ player, MP4/WMV/H.264 player |
| Extras | Organizer, Document viewer, Photo editor, Voice memo, Predictive text input |
| Battery Type | Removable Li-Po 1500 mAh |
| Stand-by Time | Up to 380h (2G) / 440h (3G) |
| Talk Time | Up to 8h 20min (2G) / 6h 40min (3G) |
| Music Play | Up to 35 hours |
| Colors | Black |
| Price | About 70 EUR |
