Microsoft Lumia 532

743 reviews

Apr, 2024

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sound (1)

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alaTest has collected and analyzed 743 reviews of Microsoft Lumia 532. The average rating for this product is 4.2/5, compared to an average rating of 4.1/5 for other Cell phones for all reviews. Views about the camera and portability are on the whole positive. The performance and usability are also appreciated. Many are less positive about the sound and screen.

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We analyzed user and expert ratings, product age and more factors. Compared to other Cell phones the Microsoft Lumia 532 is awarded an overall alaScore™ of 85/100 = Very good quality.

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Expert review by : Jessica Dolcourt (cnet.com)

Microsoft's latest Lumia, 532, continues budget play with Cortana and entry-level specs

If you're looking for Microsoft to make a high-end Lumia splash, the 532 is nothing special. However, it does stay the course on Nokia's strategy before Microsoft stepped in.

Jan, 2015

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Expert review by : Florian Wimmer (notebookcheck.net)

Microsoft Lumia 532 Smartphone Review

Double X. Microsoft's Lumia 532 is actually the dual-SIM version of the Lumia 435. Buyers looking for a very affordable smartphone and want to use two SIM cards at the same time will find out what restrictions a price of just over 90 Euros (~$97)...

Rigid casing, Removable battery, Extensive storage expansion possible, Smooth-running operating system, Acceptable camera, Lots of included software, Casing barely heats up, Decent price/performance ratio

Virtually useless front-facing camera, No camera flash, Short battery life, Low-contrast screen, Touchscreen sometimes inaccurate, GPS tracking not always precise

Unruffled by the somewhat confusing name-giving policy of Microsoft's low-cost smartphones, price-conscious buyers will always find a good bargain among them. The Lumia 532 comes with an acceptable camera, enough power for smooth use and a lot of...

Apr, 2015

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Expert review by : Mark Peters (letsgodigital.org)

Microsoft Lumia 532

Microsoft Lumia 532 Windows Phone : Microsoft Mobile announces the Lumia 532. The Microsoft Lumia 532 is a powerful Windows smartphone with the latest software and innovative new features. The new Microsoft smartphone is equipped with a quad-core...

The Microsoft Lumia 532 price in Europe is set at €79,- before taxes and subsidies. Prices vary from country to country. Availability of optional Lumia accessories may differ depending on the country. Please visit the Microsoft site in your country for...

Jan, 2015

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Expert review by : Jessica Dolcourt (cnet.com.au)

Microsoft's latest Lumia, 532, continues budget play with Cortana and entry-level specs

Microsoft announced its latest low-cost Lumia, the Lumia 532, on Wednesday. If models in the 1000 range are its most high-end, then you can guess where the 532's specs fall. There will be the latest Windows Phone 8.1 operating system and Cortana voice...

The 532 costs €79, just €10 more than the very closely related Lumia 435. That translates to about $100, £60, and in Australia it's been confirmed for AU$149 -- just AU$20 more than the 435.

Jan, 2015

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Expert review by : Digit Mobile Phones (digit.in)

Microsoft Lumia 532 Dual SIM

Microsoft Lumia 532 Dual SIM Smartphone was launched in January 2015, comes with a 4-inch TFT LCD Capacitive touchscreen with a resolution of 480 x 800 pixels at a pixel density of 233 pixels per inch. The screen is not protected by a Scratch Resistant...

Jul, 2015

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Expert review by : Srivatsan Sridhar (fonearena.com)

Microsoft Lumia 532 Dual SIM Review

Microsoft announced the Lumia 532 Dual SIM smartphone along with the single SIM variant earlier this year. It was launched in India in February at Rs. 6,499. As a successor of last year's Lumia 530 , the Lumia 532 has more (1GB) RAM, more internal...

Good Build; Good performance; Nokia’s apps and bundled offers

Average display; Fixed-focus camera without flash

Overall, the Lumia 532 Dual SIM is a good upgrade to the Lumia 530 Dual SIM. There are several improvements in terms of specifications and software. Lumia Denim adds several features and the performance is smooth. The smartphone is available in the...

Apr, 2015

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Expert review by : Joseph Hanlon (whistleout.com.au)

Microsoft Lumia 532 Review

There is a surprising amount of phone packed in this cheap and cheerful offering on the Windows Phone platform.

It is also much more pleasant to use than an Android phone in this price range, thanks mostly to the efficiency of the Windows Phone platform.

Apr, 2015

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Expert review by : Digit Mobile Phones Hardik Singh (digit.in)

Microsoft Lumia 532 Dual SIM Review

The Microsoft Lumia 532 feels and works like a feature phone rather than the usual smartphone. It lacks performance, a good camera, a good screen and better options can be found powered by Android. The Lumia 532 is not a good buy and you will be better...

Sturdy build ; Good Audio ; Excellent network reception

Bulky build ; Sub par display ; Below average performance ; Poor camera implementation ; Poor battery life

Apr, 2015

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Expert review by : anil-satapathy (themobileindian.com)

Microsoft Lumia 532 Dual SIM Review: Could have been better

There are plenty of grey areas in the Lumia 532 Dual SIM that overshadows its pros.

High volume level Bulky but feels good, tough rear case (good plastic) Typing is just great Good battery back up Plenty of storage facility

Low display resolution and brightness Stutters while playing high end games Fixed focus cameras; has no flash light either

Mar, 2015

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Microsoft Lumia 532 Dual SIM Review: Up Against the Android Army

Reasonable cost ; Good battery life

Low performance ; Mediocre camera, no flash ; Bulky and not very attractive

Microsoft clearly cannot win in this budget segment on the basis of features and specifications alone. The company has therefore tried to create an experience around its Lumia hardware and Windows Phone software. The attempt works to some extent, but...

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