First Looks: Alcatel One Touch 918N Glory X Dual-SIM Entry Level Android Smartphone

After reviewing Alcatel’s entry-level Android smartphone, the “Glory,” we now get to review its fraternal twin, the “Glory X.” The X is almost identical with the Glory, except for its interchangable covers. We post our first thoughts on the Alcatel Glory X at Tech Wire Asia.

Specs-wise, the Alcatel Glory X is similar to the Alcatel Glory, with a 3.2-inch 420×320 touchscreen, 3.2 megapixel camera and 650 MHz processor. The only difference is the exterior and a slightly-updated Android OS. At first glance, the two smartphones might look alike from a distance, but once you look closer, the differences are quite obvious. The Glory X shifts away from the rubberized, rugged finish of the Glory, and uses a matte-finish plastic surface at the back and a glossy black plastic bezel at front.

I prefer the matte finish of the original Glory, and I also like the more formal and classy look of that particular model. The only advantage with the Glory X is its interchangable covers, which might appeal to certain markets, such as younger Android smartphone users.

The Glory X also comes shipped with Android 2.3.6 Gingerbread, an incremental upgrade to the 2.3.5 present in the Glory. It’s a bit more difficult to root than the Glory, though, but it can be done with a custom recovery image.

The Alcatel Glory X retails for less than PhP 6,000, which makes it an affordable Android smartphone that competes directly with the likes of the Samsung Galaxy Y and the LG Optimus L3, with the advantage of being dual-SIM.