The 2GB RAM and old processor struggle with modern web browsing and multitasking.
The 1080p screen still looks surprisingly sharp (441 ppi).
Stuck on Android 5.0.1 (Lollipop), meaning most modern apps (YouTube, Netflix, banking apps) no longer work or update.
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One of the last "do-it-all" phones with an IR blaster, expandable storage, and a user-replaceable battery.