Nokia Asha 202

This is a basic feature phone built for calls, texts and media playback rather than smartphone tasks. The 2.4-inch resistive touchscreen runs at 240 x 320 pixels, and with only 16 MB RAM and 32 MB ROM onboard, you'll want that microSD slot (up to 32GB) for anything beyond contacts and a few songs. There's no WiFi or GPS here, so it's not meant for browsing or navigation.

The 2MP rear camera handles simple snapshots at 1600x1200, and there's no front camera for selfies. Nokia Asha 202 price in Malaysia starts from RM215, which fits its role as an entry-level backup phone or a first device for basic use. A 1020 mAh battery keeps things running, and the stereo FM radio with RDS adds a bit of everyday utility that many smartphones skip.

At 90g and just 13.9mm thick, it's light enough to carry without a second thought. Bluetooth v2.1 and a 3.5mm jack round out the connectivity, though there's no WiFi or fast data speed to speak of.