Jolla Sailfish Phone Is Revealed
Ladonna Nichole
What is the Jolla Sailfish phone and why should you care?
If you are looking for a new smartphone that offers something different from the usual Android and iOS devices, you might want to check out the Jolla Sailfish phone. This is the first smartphone from Jolla, a Finnish company founded by former Nokia employees who worked on the MeeGo project. The Jolla Sailfish phone runs on Sailfish OS, a Linux-based operating system that is based on open source and developed by Jolla, its customers, and the Sailfish community. In this article, we will tell you everything you need to know about the Jolla Sailfish phone, including its design, performance, software, price, and availability.
Design and display
The Jolla Sailfish phone has a simple and elegant design with a 4.5-inch display that has a resolution of 960 x 540 pixels. The phone has a removable back cover that Jolla calls "The Other Half". The Other Half is not just a cosmetic accessory, but also a smart shell that communicates with the phone and changes its theme, wallpaper, ringtones, and even functionality according to the color and style of the cover. For example, a red cover could activate a camera mode, while a blue cover could launch a music player. Jolla plans to offer different Other Half covers with various features and partnerships.
Performance and battery
The Jolla Sailfish phone is powered by a dual-core 1.4 GHz Qualcomm Snapdragon processor and 1 GB of RAM. It has 16 GB of internal storage that can be expanded with a microSD card slot. The phone also supports 4G LTE connectivity and has an 8-megapixel rear camera with LED flash and a 2-megapixel front camera. The phone has a replaceable 2100 mAh battery that should provide decent battery life.
Software and apps
The Jolla Sailfish phone runs on Sailfish OS, which is a European alternative to dominating mobile operating systems, and the only solution offering an exclusive licensing model for local implementations. Sailfish OS has a gesture-centric user interface that allows users to navigate through the phone with simple swipes and taps. The phone also has an ambient display that shows notifications and alerts without unlocking the phone.
One of the most appealing features of the Jolla Sailfish phone is its ability to run Android apps without requiring Android itself. Jolla has developed a solution called AppSupport that enables any embedded Linux-compatible platform to run Android apps. This means that users can access thousands of Android apps from various sources and enjoy them on their Jolla Sailfish phone. The app performance and user experience are on par with native Android OS.
Price and availability
The Jolla Sailfish phone is priced at 400 euros (around $500) and is expected to ship by the end of the year. The phone is currently available for pre-order from Jolla's website, with different options for customers in Europe and other regions. Customers who pre-order the phone can get a priority number for a limited edition phone, a special Jolla t-shirt, and an Other Half cover. Jolla is initially targeting Finland, Sweden, Denmark, Germany, Spain, France, Italy and the UK, but is also considering other markets based on demand.
Conclusion
The Jolla Sailfish phone is a refreshing addition to the smartphone market, offering a new operating system, a customizable design, and Android app support. The phone may not have the most impressive hardware specs or the widest app selection, but it has a lot of potential and innovation to attract users who are looking for something different from their smartphones. The Jolla Sailfish phone is revealed as a promising device that could challenge the dominance of Android and iOS in the future.
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