Alcatel Introduces U5, the Most Affordable 5″ 4G Smartphone

Alcatel introduced the fun and affordable Alcatel U5 smartphone today at Mobile World Congress. The U5 is an easy-to-use smartphone with a large 5-inch display and new selfie features. It is built around Alcatel’s enjoy.now promise, with a focus on helping value smartphone buyers get the most out of every moment.

“At Alcatel, we know that a smartphone is a not a luxury but a necessity in our modern, hyper-connected world,” said William Dowie, Portfolio Management Director, Alcatel. “Combining ease of use and affordability, the U5 is the perfect choice for the first-time smartphone buyer who wants a snappy smartphone with some really fun camera experiences included.”

Selfie-ready smartphone with fun features

The U5 is designed to make selfies even more fun, with new ways to personalize your selfies with Face Mask and Face Show. It has a flattering front flash for brighter selfies by day and night. A large 5-inch display delivers a great viewing experience, while fast 4G LTE connectivity provides smooth video streaming.

Comfortable and colorful design

The U5 is among the best-looking smartphones out there, with an ergonomic body and slim curved edges. Its back cover has elaborate micro-pattern textures, with a sophisticated gloss finish and matching frames in vibrant colors. The power key is also micro-patterned for ease-of-use and elegant style.

Easy to use

Alcatel U5 offers Simple Mode for fast access to frenquently used applications. It also comes with Phone Guard, which enables you to save battery, boost performance and protect your phone from viruses.