The Karbonn A11 is powered by single core MediaTek processor with 512MB RAM and 5MP camera capable of recording videos in 720p resolution. The handset comes with good features but the price is too close to the dual core models that many users would naturally opt for.
Box Pack
The box pack contains the handset, earphone, charger / battery, USB to micro USB cable, user manual and warranty guide.
Performance
CPU / GPU – The Karbonn A11 comes with MT6575 processor ARMv7 clocked at 1GHz along with PowerVR SGX 531 GPU. This is the same CPU and GPU that comes on the Micromax A90 handset. The performance is as good as seen on the A90.
Benchmark scores
- Quadrant : 2186
- Antutu : 3549
- Nenamark2 : 23.4 fps.
- Linpack : Single : 17 | Multi : 14
Memory and internal storage – Internal storage for apps is 724MB free and 62 MB used. Of the 512MB RAM 245MB is used and 229 MB free. This is good enough for moderate usage. Internal storage memory that is usable is around 2.5GB (including internal storage for apps).
Display and OS – It’s a 4 inch capacitive touchscreen with 800×480 pixels resolution. The display supports 5 point multi touch, its smooth and responsive. The handset runs on the ICS OS (Android 4.0).
Connectivity – The Karbonn A11 supports 3G, dual SIM (GSM+GSM) with dual standby mode, Wi-Fi with Hotspot, micro USB with USB tethering, Bluetooth with Bluetooth Tethering, GPS and 3.5 mm jack. The GPS works pretty well with a lock in less than 20 seconds.
Phone features – The phone dialer comes with 3 buttons. The call 1 and call 2 represents SIM 1 and SIM 2 and can be used directly for calling from either of the SIM’s. There is also a video call button which means that native video calling is supported.
Camera – There is a 5MP rear camera with LED flash and a front VGA camera. The rear camera can record videos in 720p resolution. The picture quality is very good. If you are using the camera for the first time make sure to change the hue option in the settings for both video mode as well as the camera to medium. The video mode does not have a pause video option as seen on the A110.
If hue is set to low the output will be disappointing, change the hue settings and you get really good images. Check the sample images I have included both with low hue and with medium hue. The camera features are the same as found on Micromax A110 and the Micromax A90.
Check out the Camera samples : http://www.flickr.com/photos/gogirana/sets/72157631944754835/
Entertainment – The sound output is good and loud. You can play 720p movies but it is not very smooth, does lag at times but watchable. Download MX player to be able to view many supported media formats.
Gaming – The handset can play all the games that we have seen on the Micromax A90 and many more. This includes Angry Birds, Temple run etc..
Sensors – There are Proximity, light, Gsensor and even magnetic sensor.
Battery – The 1500 mAh battery should be good enough to get the handset going for over a day or normal usage.
Karbonn A11 review
The handset looks really good with the black, glossy white colour and a silver border. Have a look at the video review, below. The 5MP camera does click pretty good images and also supports 720p video recording, though you may need to manually change some settings on the camera to get the best output.
I tried playing 720p videos using MX player which was not that smooth and did lag at times. The in call speaker, speaker volume is loud. The handset also comes with magnetic sensor that you usually find missing on many smartphones.
With the entry of Micromax A110, single core handset will be least preferred. The Karbonn A11 is priced at around 8,500 which I feel is too high and consumers may get more inclined to a dual core phone. If the price can be reduced a little more say around Rs. 7,500, it will keep away from competing with the A110 but at the same time could become a hot selling item. Unfortunately it could also mean trouble for the Karbonn A7+ model.
Nevertheless, a good (single core) smartphone from Karbonn mobiles, but for a higher price tag. With Rs. 1500 extra one would not mind jumping on to the dual core A110.
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Karbonn A11 unboxing and review video
720p sample video shot using the Karbonn A11 handset
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Dear Mr Gogi, please suggest me which another model battery I can use in Karban A11 for better backup. Please reply through mail. Thank u in advance.
frnds i want to buy karbon a11 , is it have any battery back up problem pls tell me? n then which mob i have to choose below 6000…. please tell me n guide me frnds….
it has a good battery backup u can use it upto 4 hours
Hi all, I am using Karbonn A11, but i am fed up of the battery backup. Even though i dont use wifi, gps and not even games, the battery backup is there for only 6-7 hours and also the handset gets heated up while in talk. Please help me for the battery backup and heating issue, otherwise the set is perfect.
hi gogi and all the experts.. is there jellybean update available for Karbonn A11? pls tell the link if yes.
hi gogi sound quality through the stock headset is very poor can u suggest any other headset compatible with karbonn A11.
Hi Gogi
My gps is not working. What can I do plz suggest me.
Hii can anyone help me how to use my a11’s internal memory 2 gb available as it shows
Download x-plore file manager from play store and then you may move or copy files from sdcard1 to sdcard2(2gb internal).
hey gogi please tell me which one is good option A11 or A12
bought karbonn A11 for 5800 in reliance digital at phoneix mall ,bangalore
Tell me the address.
Hello Sir,
I have a problem in GPRS connection on my A11. Actually I am not able to establish a GPRS connection on my mobile. I hv tried it with Vodafone, Idea and BSNL. Sir plzzz help me, what can I do 4 this prob…???
does karbonn a11 has a way to improve its battery life?
Any body has USB connection problem?
Sir, i am using A15 and it gets heated up while playing games like Temple Run, or even while using internet for around half an hour, and also while charging..
I took it to service centre and they factory resetted my phone but still the problem persists…
Can you plz tell me what the probable issue is about.?
Don’t worry, its not a problem, on my karbonn a11 it is the same.
gps is not working in my set, any procedure to make it work
Is karbonn A11 is worthable phone or not for gaming,2g surfing..i dont like hanging and taking it to service centers frequently..was it really worthable unbranded karbonn..plz help me gogi.
Any body has issues with heating while talking, my phone is heating like anything. Please confirm so that I can approach service center people
no I am not having any issues while talking. If your phone still has problem please take it to service center they will fix it.
yes brother !!!!! …… I purchased karbonn retina A27…. same problem as yours…. while charging as well as using the phone.. I visited to service center….they said that they would do some software updating and the problem would to resolved……….. I don’t think so..
Hey.does the battery of karbonn a30 works in karbonn a11..
hi friends pls tell me which launcher is best and nt harmful for karbonn a11?
gogi sir,pls tell me how does magnetic sensor work on karbonn a11.i installed compass app but it did nt work.pls tell me if there is any settings to active the sensor.pls pls pls help me sir.thank u…..
Hi gogi , Can you please guide me that can we use Skype in karbonn A11 without WIFI or in normal internet speed of airtell / Vodafone .
If no then is there any other model of karbonn in which skype can be used without WIFI – Reply soon
Hey guys why this phone is not supporting Viber though it works perfect for skype?? If any one ( along Gopi Bro) have solve this problem please share your idea.
plz tell me which is good for gaming karbonn a11 or a9+
itz urgent
Gogi sir how does compass work in karbonn a11? I have installed a compass but it does not work.pls tell how will it work and which is the best compass 4 karbonn a11?in your review what is the name of that compass?pls help me.
Try smart compass app…you can freely download through Google play
Sir.. Between a9plus and a11 which is better phone
hey gogi as you comment for mmx a110 for updation of jelly bean . so can karbon a 11 support for jellybean if yes then please tell mi how to do this? please i am waiting
Kamlesh you can search for on http://forum.xda-developers.com I did it on A110 cause I am use it.
This phone comes with gingerbread also which is approx 3000 rupees.
gogi sir, in my karbonn a11 always ram is free above 250mb.but u said ram is about 229mb free.is it any problem?though I have installed 5apps.
realty it is a very good phone.I m using it 4 4days.everything is OK.touch is vry smooth.interner speed is also very good.bt battery is average.I got 6h backup in heavy use and 13h in moderate use.guys who want 2 buy new smart ph use karbonn.thanks gogi sir.
I have Karbonn A11 model. I am facing problem with USB connection.
Till two days I was able to connect mobile to my laptop. But now it is not connecting through USB. Even when I connect, I get message that USB connected is malfunctioned. Then sometimes nothing happens and sometimes batter charging starts and it shows that mobile is charging on in AC and not on USB. even if it is showing charging through USB, batter doesn’t charge at all.
Has anybody faced such problem with USB?
i am also facing charging problem
i.e becoz after full charge, it is programmed to stop. Anybody what is the original chineese model of this phone?
Sorry, my bad, it stopped working for me too. I don’t know why it is happening, all of it it is working after some time.
Check your earthing connection of your power socket switch…if earthing fails of your laptop power connecting socket, your phone not work properly while connecting usb
Hey can u say me whether the karbonn a11 has fm radio or not. .any1 who has the phone already.
yes, it has.
Hello! I’m facing problems with the multi touch performance of this device. An app from the market shows that it has 5 point multi touch. But while playing games it does not detect the second finger. Is this a problem with the hardware or just a software glitch?
Please choose factory reset option once from setting and reset phone your problem will solve.
I just bought karbonn a11.evth else is fine by my viber is not working properly.my voice that goes thru this done is not gud at all but voice I receive is gud.I tried reinstallation procedure many times.wat shud I do to resolve it
he guys have u faced any issue on headphone or 3.5m.m jack?pls rpl.
yes I am having problem with my previous Samsung headset which came with galaxy pop. When I insert that one there will be small disturbance like dut dut… which is irritating. But when connected to this mobile headset and another local headset everything is fine… So try any other headset from your nearby shops….
I have problem in my Karbonn a11, sometimes screen hang & not working properly & i shutdown it,phone not boot until i disconnected battery & connect again,my phone dialer disappear & show blank screen until I reboot it. please solve my problem.
Hey gogi please tell mi I am getting a big problem with this handset many times my mobile get hang and white screen is there and this is occurs mostly on call!
Kamlesh, the best option for all android phones when facing issue is to factory reset, it will erase all the data and will it back to the fresh state as it was when you opened the box. Check if you get the same error then if yes then take it to the service center. If the handset is working fine then it could be an app that you installed that may have cause this issue.
Hi Gogi Sir,
One of my friends told me about rooting Karbonn A11. He gave me a link http://www.droidiser.com/2012/11/how-to-root-karbonn-a11-a9plus.html , Although i’ve read some articles about rooting on the internet but i still don’t have much knowledge about that.. At present i’m quite satisfied with its performance without any kind of rooting. Does rooting improve the battery backup of a handset ? Does it increase the performance of the handset while playing big games, do they load faster ? Could you please suggest whether i should root it or not ?
If you are happy with the performance do not root it cause it will void the warranty, though you can unroot back, but do it at your own risk.
Hi Gogi Sir,
Thank you for your valuable suggestion, so i won’t root my device as per your advice. Sorry for being late in responding to your answer, i went to my hometown for a few days.
Hello, sir.. Can you tell me this phone support native calls.. I am fb user i want to video chat by this phone.. Its can possible…. ?
Hi Balaji, have u faced any problem in karbonn a11?
No I did not faced any problem till now. But if I use for more than half an hour, the phone gets little heat near camera l. Apart from that phone is responding very well. I can play front line commando which lava xolo a500 which is just superb. I am happy to buy this ahead of video on a30 or any other cortex a5 dual core.
Hello, sir… Can you tell me plz.. Lava xolo a500 has a multi touch and responsive touch screen… i mean its touch screen better than karbonn a11… ?
Hi no difference with the touch. A500 is better when it comes to performance but A11 has better camera.
Thank you.. Very much for your reply.. Sir. what is the best handset for entertainment karbonn a11 or lava xolo a500..?
A11 I think is better as it can play 720p videos smoothly.
Thanks gogi for clarification. And yes I got a score of more than 2600 in my a11. How is that possible..
There are many reasons for that including the screen size. You see A11 screen is small and tab screen is 10 inches so the CPU / GPU takes more time to process that much info for that big screen.
Hi, sir Can you tell me.? Which is the best phone karbonn a11 or lava xolo 500 lava has dual core, but karbonn has HD camera and 531 gpu. Mean more graphics so please say me what is the best phone…?
I have not checked the Xolo A500 yet not sure yet if it can shoot 720p videos (but I think it will). There is the celkon A200 (you can check the review on my site) which is dual core same hardware as Micromax A110 but with smaller screen and around 8K price.
Hi guys I have got this handset yesterday from flipkart. In my screen one very small dot appears black always. I think it is dead pixel, but I can manage it.But I am afraid because will it affect another pixel or any affects will happen. so pls reply gogi. And I can play temple run and subway surfers easily. And Gogi I have got the quadrant score of 2700 something always, I am really surprised to see the score as it is above than Samsung galaxy tab 10.1. how is it possible.
Balaji, usually the dead pixel will not increase but if it does get it checked at service center. What is the quadrant score you got?
Good touch,good internet speed but..battery backup is not good.
I have ordered this phone for rs 7600. Eagerly I am waiting for this handset. I pray god to not deliver a defective product…
hi gogi
you have not given replied me i want to buy phone but which one better a9+,a11,a21
plz reply me fast
Of the 3 A11 is better.
Thank you gogi.
One more query is there scratch resistance screen guard available for a11?
I want to buy phone but which one better a9+,a11,a21 plz reply me fast.
Hi, I am confused between karbonn a11 and samsung ace. I want a good feature phone but my budget is only 8000 and also I want to ask about Karbonn durability.
will it be worth if i take karbonn a11 or i should wait and gather more money and go for samsung. Pls help.
Karbon A11 is much better, you can also try going for this one http://www.gogi.in/celkon-a200-review.html
Does it works with PC because I want to use it with my laptop and what to do for.
Hey gogi I am getting a big problem with this handset many times my mobile get hang and white screen is there and this is occurs mostly on call!
Same problem for me.. but not during call.. it happens frequently..
Dear sir, I have karbonn a11 and i am facing some problem in phone i can not use duel sim my sim 2 is showing no signal and i also facing a network problem.
Hi gogi
can you tell me how 3g speed in aircel and some problems in this phone
plz tell me frnz
Regards,
vijay
Plz any one tell me I want karbonn a11 for native 3g video calling. Have you checked native 3 video calling ? plz tell me your experience.
Hey friend I will check it and it will works very nicely you can make video call easily!
I am hardcore user of internet, I probably uses 2gb data daily from my nokia 5233 but now I purchased karbonn a11, it su**s while browsing & downloading, net speed is very low, what 2 do guys? It’s giving headache 2 me.
Hi you have to change the settings. Go to settings —> more —> gprs prefer mode, or last option unselect that or untick.. then use opera mini web browser it is very fast…
Sir, my charging is not working properly in my karbomn 11, battery getting full nearly in half an hour what is the best possible option, can I use the charger of different brand. Except this everything is working fine on my set.
Yes the charger looks like of low quality. you can use Samsung charger it is working without problem. I am using it… Have a nice day…
Hi gogi
can you tell me how 3g speed in aircel and some problems in this phone
plz tell me frnz
Regards,
vijay
How to run mobile internet on A11 karbonn plz help.
Pramod, for outdoor picture camera quality is enough. Indoor picture & low light conditions having scratches in picture. But a11 user u can increase indoor quality by lgcamera which gives good picture in indoor(still having little scratch) & night camera which is awesome for indoor picture though picture having little blurry. user also try for best indoor pic by default cameras hdr option on.
Hi Gogi, How can i use card reader in my karbonn a11? or Is there any option for pen drive in my karbonn a11?
Any Karbonn a11 users please let me know how was the camera quality? Is that good as shown in the quality check by Gogi sir?
Which phone I should Prefer among these in range of Rs 6000 to 6500 Micromax Superfone Infinity A80, Micromax Smarty A68, Lava Iris N400, Karbonn A15
or can I have better choice except these models….Please tell me..soon?
Gogi Bro which phone is better need urgent reply Karbonn A9+ or A11?
(A11 is better – gogi).
Gogi sir, i wanted to know that is there any screen guard available in the box of karbonn a11 and if not, can u suggest me to buy from somewhere?
Gogi sir, is karbonn a11 better than karbonn a15 in every terms? my budget is 8000 and I want to buy a11. Pls suggest me.
(yes A11 is better than A15 – gogi)
Yes, you need chainfire 3d for some games, handset also need to be rooted.
Hello Rajesh,
I’m facing the same issue, about once in a week when an sms is received the phone screen goes white and I need to restart the phone..
I want to buy this phone, can anybody who have this phone measure & tell about the dimensions of this phone
Hey guys,
I have ordered karbonn A7 plus from snapdeal in ₹ 6815
&
its delivery date was 2nd dec. from Bluedart courier (Awb No.- 43933027795) any1 can check it.
Now my mind hav changed due to reviews of Gogi Bro.
Now i want a dual core processor phone Micromax A110.
But
i call Snapdeal but they r n0t ready to replace or refund my money.
I was refused the product karbonn A7 plus but they again ready to dispatch my product.
I realy sad from snapdeal.
S0,
I want to sell my Karbonn A7 plus in
₹6200 with sealed pack condition.
If any1 want to buy or ask any questions then call me on 09934588288
my email id koolvikky89@gmail.com
I m from Patna.
Gogi Sir! Do you know from which Chinese set, Karbonn A11 is rebranded? Any idea!
Nick no idea as there are many models in the Chinese market.
Hi guys, is some one facing problem like… getting white screen…rarely once we get white screens nothing work on phone. After removing the battery and restarted the phone.. then all works normal.. this issue come weekly or 2 weeks once for me, please reply.
Hi gogi as i ask you about the flash option in video mode you says that their is flash icon but their is no flash option their is only white balance,color effect,time laps interval,video quality,camera setting so please tell mi where is flash mode! Do fast i am waiting!!and as possible post 1 immage related this setting beacuse many people having this problem.pleaseeeee!
Hi Kamlesh, I just seen the video again (I don’t have the handset now) and you are right in video mode there is no flash option. It is there in camera (still) mode. That’s strange, cause if still mode has flash support the video mode will definitely have.
So is that confirm that it have no flash option in video mode! another problem is also that when i am using to make video call in 3g their will be an error “video call is not set up” so what can i do for that !
kamlesh, I am not sure but if you try some other camera app may be you will get the flash option there. As for native 3G video call it depends on many things. The other person you are calling should have have a phone with video call feature and 3G enabled. Also at times you will find issues with different networks (example Airtel to vodafone etc.).
Thanks gogi for your quick response absolutely I will try for camera apps and then check. Thanks !
I forgot my lock pattern of this mobile and I used my google account but it says id and password wrong how could I reset factory setting or reset pattern lock plz help me.
Dear gogi sir, I am looking forward to buy this set and i have gone through all your video reviews of this set,but still in confusion because of its battery back up.
will you please frankly tell me about its battery response and backup? as alternative i would like to buy A9 or A7+, but do these sets support video calling or just video chat. please clear my doubts.
waiting for your response eagerly. please reply soon. Thanks.
Binit, I used the phone for one day and during that time I did not charge the handset. So based on the battery level when the box was opened and when I returned then handset back. I think it can easily last for over a day with moderate usage. Keep Wifi and GPS off when not required and choose automatic brightness.
Thanks for your response, I have also asked whether a7+ and a9 support video calling or just video chat over some applications like skype.
please do reply soon
thanks
No native support, but video calls via apps is possible.
I bought it (karbonn A11) just past month and it is really awesome! it has an excellent camera and the games run pretty well too. Has excellent app support!! battery backup is not good! so if can I replace battery?? its possible?
Thariq, i am planning to buy this mobile only if it supports hd games like asphalt,nfs…can u pls confirm whether it supports hd games or not? thanks…
Neethi,
it does support asphalt 7 and nfs most wanted…i have played it nd runs pretty well
Hello Gogi. I want to know sir, are the karbonn phones enough durable to last for 2, 3 years?
Shafeeq, yes the phones can last for over 2 years, depends on your usage.
Help !! is chainfire 3d compatible for these phone am getting while textures in game 🙁 pls someone tell me if you installed chainfire 3d. Thank you.
Gogi Please suggest which phone to buy karbonn a11 or Xperia u ? screen size must be lesser than 4.5 and greater than 3.5. Also can you tell how is xolo a700 worth both cell ?
A11 is better, Xolo A700 is also good but have not checked that yet.
OK..thanks gogi!! Another question i just want to confirm whether A11 is better than A9 and A7+ in terms of camera ? Because heard nice reviews about A9’s camera as compared to A11. I don’t mind having gingerbread. Coz most use would be reading docs , listening to music and clicking pics and a little bit of internet. So A11 is great for it right? or should i prefer A9 or wait for review of xolo A700? Thanks Gogi!!:)
I have not checked the A9 but the camera on A11 I think is better, much better. Check the sample images.
HI gogi yesterday I purchased a a11 and it is doing better job of that I buy it at finally 7380/- from tradus problem I face on that is while shooting a video clip I was unable to find the flash option so please tell me can I record video with flash?
Kamlesh, in video mode there is the flash icon tap it you will get auto, always on and off option.
Can u please tell me where u got it for 7380 rs , i have checked in tradus its about 8150 rs.
hi guna, its available for 5000 in univercell.in…:-)
On A11 how to access sensors – proximity, gsensor, etc. In my earlier A7 I used to access thro *#36#.
Hi Gogi,
I have purchased A11 yesterday after seeing your post. Performance is good. But not able to download applications on Google play. It shows RPC:S-5:AEC-0 error. Also am unable to do the downloads from other sites. Pls suggest.
Thanks
Raghu
Raghu, in settings apps look for play and try deleting cache data etc and then see.
Fix to google play error RPC:S-5:AEC-0
just click on d link and fix it \m/
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tzVSItGBrik&NR=1&feature=endscreen
Fix to google play error RPC:S-5:AEC-0
just click on d link and fix it \m/
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nI20hseZsZc
Can I play hd game on karbonn a11? please reply me as soon as possible.
Hello Gogi!
I too using A11 mobile , battery is d only problem @ very nice phone, pls tell me wer to check call diverting options n call setting options.. pls reply me.
have anyone installed chainfire 3d aftr rooting? i want too knw if chainfire 3d is compatible with this handset or not.
please reply.
Hi My name is Rajesh i have bought the mobile Karbonn a11 3weeks before i was unable to browse even data connection its active i have the change sim and tried but no use i have restore the factory data settings i was able to browse for 3 to 4days again faces same issue unable to browse so ple provide me the solution and please provide me authorized service centre and contact no in chennai or in kanchipuram ,contact no which as been mentioned in catalog its wrong .please can anyone help me out .
I believe, any poorvika showroom gives support Karbonn.
I want to buy karbonn a11. I want the best Mobile under 8k please suggest. Please reply fast.
Hi gogi sir, in karbonn a11 – which sim is 2g ? and which sim is 3g ?
Usually in dual SIM the SIM slot 1 is for 3G /2G and SIM slot 2 is for 2G only.
Hi,
i purchased A11 this Diwali. Everything is awesome in this handset except two issues i am facing.
1. Battery backup is pathetic..
2. I can not download anything from Google Play, as everytime i try, it says Error [RPC:5 : AEC – 0 ]
Can anybody help me out ??
Hello again everyone, I want to make a correction here in my comment. After 7-8 complete charge-discharge cycles of the battery, I’m now getting a good battery back-up in my phone. I can access Google Play using wifi but not with 2G GPRS. With average use (around one-two hour of calling, gaming of around one hour and wifi internet use of 4-5 hours) , battery now lasts over a day easily..
Hi devendra , i am facing the same problem hence plz take it to service center and get update you mobile as there is some error in a11 …they are still working on it …see if it gets solved try to remove sim and put again and download …see whether it gets download
just goto this link u can fix your error http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tzVSItGBrik&NR=1&feature=endscreen
Hello Sanjay,
I’ll try what you’ve suggested. One more thing i need to know, is there any protective cover/case available for the phone ??
Hello again Snjay,
i don’t know how but now my phone is downloading apps from Google Play with 2G GPRS connection. May be it’s because i’ve installed some automatic updates it notified me…
It is good phone I bought Rs.9600 in Punjab. Excellent phone made by karbonn it looks pretty well in hand.
I forgot my lock pattern of this mobile and I used my google account but it says id and password wrong how could I reset factory setting or reset pattern lock plz help me.
Hi Gogi,
I have purchased A11 last week.
Kindly let me know how to set the time and date.
System Settings > System > Date & Time > Set Date & Set Time is disabled.
Also how to set seperate ring tone for each SIM.
Thanks in advance
Disable (OFF) automatic update of date and time…then you can manually set date and time….
Thank you. Am able to set the date and time
Hi gogi I purchased karbonn a11 last Wednesday after ur review. I use it from last 3 days and I feel wonderful on my hand. The battery of this is little poor. I always wanted a phone with all good features and finally I find my best one though my 1st choice was mmx a110 but I could not find it anywhere at tripura. Its camera produce nice colour but indoor image clearity is not good. Only I dislike its led flash, otherwise the camera quality is OK on this price point. I am also a gaming person, and I tried some high end games and all the games are run flawlessly. Now I am happy. Thank u gogi.
Manoj, yes indoors the camera quality is not good it is the same (almost) on all handsets cause the LED flash is not that powerful, they can’t have it more powerful as it will drain the battery. For better battery life you can try some battery apps and also set the display to manual and to minimum possible.
Can you please tell me what all the high end game you tried?
Its a superb phone.
Recently I purchased karbonn a11. I have a problem with video shooting as I start video shooting the flash does not started is there any setting?
Ritesh, there is a flash option in the video mode check that.
Hey gogi please uploade the full video review of this phone please!
Hi gogi i found the lowest price of karbon a11 at the original price is 8538/- but using “7KADAM” 1000/- discount is allow and price is 7538/-
Hai gogi sir, karbonn a11 – we use one sim1 for browsing at the same time can we receive call on sim 1 and sim 2 or not?
If you are using SIM 1 for net usage you can receive call on both SIM 1 and SIM 2 and if you use SIM 2 for net usage then both SIM’s are inactive.
Please suggest me good battery saving app for karbonn a11?
Rajesh please check http://www.gogi.in/improve-battery-life-android-phone.html
Hi gogi i want to buy a mobile around 8000k which features a fast internet browsing and also have good wifi speed so can i go for this or any other option is available?and also tell mi about the dual sim problem of one active and one not,which are commented by many people .
A11 is the best in this range, for now.
also chk out the A7+ has same features as A11, price is 2000 less, A11 advantages are android4, 4” screen, good res of 400×800, a7+ has 320 x 480. A7+ has 3.5” screen and resolution is lower. all other features same, flash with 5MP, front cam also. price of a7+ is 6500, a11 is 8200.
How is internet speed with 2g sim?
Dear gogi, I want buy smart phone under 8000 to 9000. I have three option karbonn A9+, karbonn a11 and micromax a110 which better mobile? I want know karbonn a9+ battery back up.
I am using this phone for one week. The phone is nice but battery backup is very poor. According to Service centre guy battery backup is ~2-3 hrs after full charging.
Iam getting 15 he backup dude, while browsing or surfing adjust your screen brightness to low as possible make battery dry itself up to at least 4% and charge it to 100% percent repeat it for 2 to 3 times. I am sure you will be getting better results.
Reduce the display brightness to bare minimum levels, and if possible use only one SIM, you’d see significant improvement in the battery.
Hi gogi ji, as per your review I have purchased karbonn A11 and I am using 2G idea sim, before this I was using samsung galaxy Y, now I am unable to use play store in karbonn A11 as it shows : Error [RPC:5 : AEC – 0 ] while downloading any apps, plz suggest me as soon as possible as I have purchased 2 days back.
Sanjay, can you surf the net using the phone browser? Try doing a factory reset and then try see if it works. If not take the device to the service center.
Surfing is possible in it, but could not operate play store, I have tried to do factory setup even changed the sim1 to sim 2, but sometime it works and some time it does not, should I take it to service center.
Sanjay, it could be the 2G network, just check it from some other place and see if that works you can also take it to the service center and check there.
Thank you gogiji, I had taken to service center but it has not resolved even after installing again, hence the service center guy spoken to karbonn head people, they told him they are facing problem in play store in A11 with every one hence they are working on it they will come up with some software in a 1 or 2 weeks time.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tzVSItGBrik&NR=1&feature=endscreen
goto this link and fix it d error…!!
My mobile karbon a11 internet is not connecting after I switch off mobile until I reboot, what can I do pls help, I bought the mobile 10 November 2012
mob. 8058852606.
Are you using 2G or 3G?
2g network
I have this handset, this handset does have some issues in terms of internet, what you need to do is do factory reset once, and then it should work, infact im certain it will work, but after that if you again face this issue, visit the service centre, or if possible get rid of the handset, I know it’s a good handset, but the issue too is integral and can’t be ignored.
Hey gogi, I have strange issue with this phone that is when I make or receive call my screen goes black because of proximity sensor but it doesn’t turn on if I remove it from my ear. I am not able to end the call as the screen doesn’t turn on. Even if the other person ends the call then also screen doesn’t turn on. When i press power button it turn on but again turn off in less than a second. Also 2nd sim isn’t detecting. Tried swapping sim but no help pls help me on both the issue. I guess proximity sensor issue is there.
Dimple you need to get it checked at service center, when you swapped the SIM was the SIM slot 2 not working or the SIM was not working?
dimple that same kind of problem which u face i am facing about while calling but my both sim slot are working well plz sugget me what to do
I want a android gaming mobile at <-6000/- which is the best.
Micromax ninja 4 (But it’s for only basic gaming)
Hi gogi, I am unable to play YouTube on my karbonn a11 handset pls help. I am using vodafone 2G internet while using YouTube it will try to establish connection at last it gives message that “connection to the server lost” pls help.
2G is slow anyway try with 3G.
Hi Sir! can you please tell about the battery life? Im planning to buy a cellphone in 7k-85 range and confused between A7+ and A11. Which has the better battery backup?
Depends on your usage. Battery performance will nearly be the same on both. Ideally android smartphones will last for almost a day at times over a day on a single charge (moderate usage).
Good battery backup android phone under 10k?
Kiran, If u run Android 2.3.4 (Gingerbread) Then, Micromax a80
A Gaming Android Phone in rs12,000?
Which’ll be better Micromax A110, Karbonn a9+ or Any other Device plz reply?
I want to buy a phone on this Diwali Plzz Reply Fast………
I trust U……..
A110 for gaming.
Gogi, I am not able to use 2nd sim in my A11, only 1st sim slot is working. Pls tell me the solutions.
Mangesh, try swapping the SIM and see. Put the SIM 2 in SIM 1 and SIM 1 into SIM 2, see if that works.
Hi gogi, I recently purchased my a11, but I am not be able to mount my SD card in the phone. Is this my fault or my mobile is not be able to detect the card help me plzzzz how can I mount my card in the phone.
Ankit, first check if the card is not defective, also try using some other SD cards and see.
The benchmark scores are a bit less than a90 though they share the same hardware what is the reason gogi.
There could be many reasons for it also depends on the how the OS is customized.
Karbonn A11 better than a9 are not tell me gogi. And have you seen any defect in this phone.
Ubaid, karbonn a11 is much more better then a9.
Thanks today I am using this phone.
Hello Gogi,
I want to buy Karbonn a11. so please suggest me about its battery life and about SAR value. Is phone gets heated during 10-15 min of talk..??
Awaiting for your early reply.
Regards,
Pratik
Pratik, please check the video and read the review I have mentioned the details there. Yes the handset does get heated up a bit when you use it for a longer time, this is common with many handsets.
Hi gogi plz tell the sound quality through earphones and if i use sony or senheisser headset will sound be same as sony mobiles:) plz reply
Sound will be better on other high quality earphones/headphones.
@Gogi
which is better qualcomm snapdragon or mediatek m6577?
And Adreno 203 or power PowerVR SGX 531
Hi gogi I am using nokia n8, I want to buy a new phone having high end features with no compromise at all, pls advise me android, ios or any other os I want the best smart phone to buy.
Sanju, I feel android will be the best option you will get a lot of handset options and its widely used mobile operating system with a huge play store.
Dear Mr. Gogi,
As you know, I purchased (CASH ON DELIVERY) Tablet PC from M/s.Fronix Technology, Within one month TABLET started hanging, I told Fronix CEO Mr. Parthsarthi Roy, He told me up to Diwali I am in Kolkata, After that I could sent TABLET PC to kolkatta address which is showing on Fronix Website, But Parcel was returned cause – no person or no office is in address. This is for your information.
Regards,
Jayesh Raut
+91 9028253169
Where are you from?
I am from Kolkata and I know its service center
Accel Frontline Services Ltd
12, Lower Rowdon Street,
1st Floor,
Kolkata – 700 020.
Ph: 033 – 40033750 / 40033751
Reach MINTO PARK some how and ask anyone.. Accel is a great place and they are authorized service partner for most of the big companies including Seagate.. So You can trust on Accel.
Which is better A11 or A18?
Hi gogi, I have been using Karbonn a11, satisfied with it. But form two days I am getting much less net speed than previous one when I bought this phone. I am using BSNL 2G data pack in dual GSM/WCDMA mode please tell me is this going to be serious prob of hardware of my mobile phone I heard that there is problem of WCDMA IC of karbonn mobiles.
Suyog, not sure about the problem but if you have been using too much net for past few days on 2G the net does get slow after few days (especially if you have subscribed to unlimited speed). The cell companies do this so you do not over use it and they are also happy.
Thanks a lot gogi. I searched for that prob then I come to know that the fact you have told me is correct. thanks again.
Hey suyog, how can I mount my SD card on karbonn a11. I think my phone is not detecting my card…plzzz help…
Hey ankita firstly format it with any other multimedia mobile the try to mount it in your karbonn A11 if problem persist check by mmc card reader on your PC if then also you facing prob the it should be corrupted.
Another nice review gogi \m/ covered over all the features A11 is really pretty nice phone in this price range I don’t know why it can’t gathered many buyers just coz of karbonn logo was there below the phone 😀 coz most of the users don’t want to show off this karbonn logo to there friends at the very 1st glimpse 😀 and this phone was much more better then a9+ in case of looks design and specs and has all the sensors and this was a really best buy around 1 month earlier but after launch of a110 I think no phone can stand in front of a110 coz by paying extra 2k you can get a nice 5 inch display with 8mp camera but still users with tight budget around 7-8k still this is a nice phone with 4inch display what do you think gogi…..:)
Sameer, well I don’t think the logo is much of an issue. The model was announced a long time back but is available in retain stores just now. The same goes for Karbonn A21 which is still hard to find in local stores. Also as you mentioned the A110 is already here so people will go for it rather than the A11. Still its a good handset with all features hard to find on many phones but the price if it is reduced would be good.
Any chances of reviewing Karbonn A21?
Hi. Can anyone pls tell me about memory card & its classes…? Which is best..?
Gogi, did you played any games in this handset. And Pls try mc3 and asphalt or any other hd games and reply. AS I want to buy this before diwali..pls…
Hi its not possible to play cause I had limited time and have sent the A11 back. It cannot play games that are over 700 MB in size. Like ASP handset will download 1.4GB data there is not enough space for that so out of question. Other game like NFS can work as part for it is stored on the internal storage. Then you move it to the external storage and run the game additional data of around 300 MB or so will be downloaded.
Gogi but there are some obb files in most big games (even of games above 100 mb), which download directly to internal SD card: sdcard/Android/obb folder. As these will go to internal memory (other than the 700mb allocated for apps), so I don’t think games of large size can’t be played on this.
Chandra, yes it is also stored on internal space. So you need some extra space too. Yes large games will not work, not more than 500 MB in size.
Its wrong in my a11 nfs most wanted is working flawless but sound lags.its 1.89gb i have stored the apk in internal and 1.56gb data in external under android/data folder.
Dear Gogi,
A11 karbonn or A110 micromax or zopo 100 ?
based on following requirement .
1. comfortable holding in hand so a11 and zopo 100 are optiion with screen size 4 and 4.3. But if a110 is also comfortable then will go for that .
2. Battery life very impotant
3. Sound quality
Regards,
Hitesh
hi Gogi your review shows that it is a good phone ,but only the price is high.So is it a good phone over spice 355/ karbonn a7+/samsung y duos ? I use net & play games regularly.Should I purchase it ? pl.advise.
Yes its better than Mi-355, A7+ and duos.
I don’t like big screen, so I am confused whether I purchase micromax a110 or karbonn a11 or any other, internet and overall performance is important. I am using 2g sim awaiting for your reply, thanks.
Arul, in that case go with A11.
Performance wise which is best karbonn a11 or micromax 110. And what are merits and demerits of a11 and a110.
Performance wise A110 is better the reason why I said A110 is cause of very close price.
China war in India…
Gogi can I use Two 2G sim card in karbonn A11, because in my village 3G service is not available please.
PRAVIN, Yes you can use.
Which is best antivirus and best task manager plz for a7plus?
Sahil check this http://www.gogi.in/best-antivirus-android-smartphones.html
Can I use mt tata photon on this?
Hi Gogi,
Thanks for the review. Can you please tell if Camera is in medium hue settings which one fare better A110 or A11 in maximum pixel settings? Is both almost same in terms of picture quality. What about screen/display quality(not screen size) compared to A110 ICS? Also can you please tell the SAR value for this phone?
Jomerce, Sar value shown in the video, camera hue setting I set to medium.
I need review about Byond B50 mobile. Can I buy it.
hey is this phone is better then a9+
Hi Gogi,
First i should appreciate your extraordinary efforts on behalf of all mobile user community. Your reviews are very very clear especially for indian based budgeted phone (nowhere seen this detailed review). It will make it easy to take decision. kudos..
Now i was really waiting for your review on Karbonn A21 which has tempting specs . I was waiting for intially karbonn A21 Vs MMX A110 buy. Now Zopo came into picture though it has same features only 1GB ram caught my attention. Again i am in confusion whether i need to wait. Another which i am most waiting for is Karbonn A24 which was in news since July( It mentioned A24 will be with 5 screen,1GM RAm, probably snapdragon on board (not sure though). Again my decision pending (back to square).
For Zopo, my worry though they have good specs , service and durability etc as it is very new to indian market.
I pray god that they should release all those models immediately and should come to your hands for review 🙂 … I want my new diwali mobile soon.
MMX 110 or Karbonn A21 or Zopo 900 leader or Karbon A24 ? This is un answered question for me. Budget is ok for me..
But waiting waiting waiting….testing time for me lol ! Please share your thoughts
Prasanth, for now A110 is at the top, wait for the Zopo 900 leader review or A24 (not sure if that will happen).
Gogi, I can buy this phone But price 8,500 to higher what can i do buy this phone or wait for end of December my budget Rs.7000-8000 any news Karbonn A3 Spice MI-355 available in 6600 can I buy mi-355 or wait.
Lal bahadur ayer, you can buy this phone online from India times shopping at rs 7881rs by getting coupon code chkout
http://www.91mobiles.com/karbonn-a11-price-in-india
For some reason the code does not work.
hii Gogi,
AFAIK this is an IPS display am I correct? coz Karbonn was marketing it saying that this is a ips display.
so technically the advantage over the karbonn A7+ would be
a) 4inch screen v/s 3.5 on A7+
b) Normal capacitive v/s IPS
c) Mediatek v/s Qualcomm ( A7+)
kindly confirm.
Not sure of IPS as not mentioned on the box pack. But the performance will be better than qualcomm (on A7+).
Gogi,
Please provide date and time of your post. it become difficult to search by not knowing when did you last post..
Please do so..
Hello its already mentioned at the bottom of the article.
This could have been a great phone if the price was about 1000 rs less. what are your thoughts gogi.
Yes already mentioned that at the end of the article.
Ya, you are right who minds spending a 1000 rupees for a dual core A110. And does Infibeam have COD service.
Hi Guru Gogi,
Awesome review once again. Please suggest which phone to buy among Karbonn A11, A9 or A7 Plus. My budget is around 7.5K and all these are available around this budget on Indiatimes till this Diwali. I like all three of them. Just want value for money. Thanking you in anticipation.
Of these three I have just checked A7 (not the plus) and A11. I would say A11 is better of the lot.
I will buy A11 then! Thank you so much 🙂
Hi Gogi, Thank you very much for your priceless advice. As per your suggestion, I purchased the phone and I’m completely satisfied with it’s performance. You’ve given the best phone in my budget to me 🙂 Keep it up Guru, Thanks a million 🙂
Thanks for the review and for the awesome updates.
Hi i did get a hands on dis fone and it did seems impressive as a total lag free interface stock android and good usage it was available for Rs. 8990 that a bit high for it but it was actually hell more better than a21 which is very laggy.