Launched in February 2002, the Sendo S230 was a successor in the popular Sendo line of customizable GSM feature phones. With WAP 1.2.1 support, 12 built-in games, and downloadable ringtones, the S230 stood out as a playful and highly personal device for its time.
This model preserved the core simplicity of the S200/P200 series while extending its appeal to young users with entertainment options and customizable casing.
📋 Sendo S230 Full Specifications
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Launch | Announced: February 2002 Status: Discontinued |
| Network | GSM (2G only) |
| 2G Bands | GSM 900 / 1800 |
| GPRS / EDGE | Not supported |
| Body | 115 x 50 x 24 mm Weight: 98 g SIM: Mini-SIM |
| Display | Monochrome graphic 96 x 64 pixels, 6 lines Soft keys |
| Memory | No card slot Message templates, SMS smileys |
| Camera | No camera |
| Sound | Vibration Downloadable monophonic ringtones, composer No loudspeaker or 3.5mm jack |
| Comms | No Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, GPS, or USB |
| Radio | Not available |
| Browser | WAP 1.2.1 |
| Features | Clock, alarm, predictive text input User-changeable housing and keypad |
| Games | 12 preloaded (including Splash, Quaddro, Scizzors, FlippIT) |
| Battery | Removable NiMH 600 mAh Standby: up to 230h Talk time: up to 4h |
| Colors | Midnight, Ink Blue, Frosty Mint, Pepper Red |
Sendo S230 Specs Summary
The Sendo S230 marked a playful evolution in Sendo’s lineup. It featured a monochrome 6-line screen, customizable design, and rare WAP support for basic web browsing. For users in 2002, this meant access to ringtones, mobile content, and light connectivity—all wrapped in a colorful, swappable shell.
Perfect for those who wanted more than just a communication device, the S230 served as an early mobile entertainment hub in a pre-smartphone world.
