alcatel OT-988 Shockwave
The alcatel OT-988 Shockwave is a budget-focused device, built for basic everyday tasks (2012).
2012 · Entry-level · Android 2.3.5 (Gingerbread)ⓘ Grades compare this device against others in its own market segment (Budget), not against every device on the site.
⚡ Quick Specs
Size3.5" · 119.9 x 66 x 13.7 mm (4.72 x 2.60 x 0.54 in)
RAM512MB
Storage1GB
Main Camera15 MP
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✓︎ Pros
✓512GB of RAM — plenty for heavy multitasking and keeping many apps open
✓Lightweight at 155g — easy to carry
✓3.5mm headphone jack for wired audio without adapters
⊗ Cons
✗Smaller 1,400 mAh battery — may need midday charging
✗Basic its chipset for simple tasks only
✗Lower-resolution 165 PPI screen — visible pixels on close inspection
⚠️ Not ideal for
Heavy usage daysGamingMultitaskingMedia consumption
ℹ️ Overview
Announced
2012, October. Released 2012, October
⚙️ Performance
OS
Android 2.3.5 (Gingerbread)
RAM
512MB
Heavy multitasking without slowdowns
💻 Display
Sharpness
165 ppi
Pixels visible at normal viewing distance
Panel
TFT, 256K colors
Standard LCD display
📷 Camera
Main Camera
15 MP
Capable for everyday photos
🔋 Battery
Capacity
1,400 mAh
May need midday charging with heavy use
Type
Li-Ion 1400 mAh, removable
📱 Design & Build
Weight
155g
Very light — comfortable for long use
Dimensions
119.9 x 66 x 13.7 mm (4.72 x 2.60 x 0.54 in)
📡 Connectivity
WiFi
Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, hotspot
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
No, the alcatel OT-988 Shockwave does not support 5G — it supports CDMA / EVDO.
No, the alcatel OT-988 Shockwave does not have NFC.
The alcatel OT-988 Shockwave is rated IP54 — IP54 dust protected and water resistant (water splashes).
Yes, the alcatel OT-988 Shockwave supports microSDHC expandable storage.
The alcatel OT-988 Shockwave SIM configuration: Mini-SIM.
Yes, the alcatel OT-988 Shockwave has a 3.5mm headphone jack.
Speaker setup: Yes.
The alcatel OT-988 Shockwave ships with Android 2.3.5 (Gingerbread).
The alcatel OT-988 Shockwave uses microUSB 2.0.
The alcatel OT-988 Shockwave supports Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, hotspot.
The alcatel OT-988 Shockwave has Yes.
