Wileyfox Swift
A 2015 British budget phone running CyanogenMod with privacy focus.
The Wileyfox Swift is a budget Wileyfox smartphone released Sep 2015, with a launch price of $160. It pairs the Snapdragon 410 with a 5.0" LCD display, a 13 MP main camera and a 2,500 mAh battery. In SpecEagle's editorial review it scores 46/100 — A British Cyanogen phone. Standout strengths: cyanogen os — privacy-tuned android. and made in britain. Main trade-off: cyanogen inc. shut down in 2016.
A British Cyanogen phone.
Wileyfox Swift was a UK startup's privacy-focused Cyanogen OS Android — a quirky 2015 experiment cut short when Cyanogen Inc. folded.
Read the full review- Cyanogen OS — privacy-tuned Android.
- Made in Britain.
- Removable battery + microSD.
- Dual-SIM at $160.
Full specifications
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How the Wileyfox Swift compares
| Wileyfox Swift | iPhone 6 Plus | |
|---|---|---|
| SpecEagle score | 46 | 46 |
| Chipset | Snapdragon 410 | Apple A8 |
| Display | 5.0" LCD | 5.5" LCD 60 Hz |
| Main camera | 13 MP | 8 MP · f/2.2 |
| Battery | 2,500 mAh | 2,915 mAh |
| Launch price | $160 | $749 |
Frequently asked questions
When was the Wileyfox Swift released?
The Wileyfox Swift was released in Sep 2015.
How much does the Wileyfox Swift cost?
The Wileyfox Swift launched at $160 (manufacturer suggested price at release; street and second-hand prices vary by region, storage tier and time since launch).
What is the Wileyfox Swift screen size and type?
The Wileyfox Swift has a 5.0" LCD display.
What chipset does the Wileyfox Swift use?
The Wileyfox Swift is powered by the Snapdragon 410 chipset.
How much RAM and storage does the Wileyfox Swift have?
The Wileyfox Swift ships with 2 GB · 16 GB (RAM · base storage); higher configurations may be available.
What is the Wileyfox Swift battery capacity?
The Wileyfox Swift has a 2,500 mAh battery.
What is the Wileyfox Swift main camera?
The Wileyfox Swift has a 13 MP main camera.
Does the Wileyfox Swift have a headphone jack?
The Wileyfox Swift has a 3.5 mm headphone jack.
How long will the Wileyfox Swift get software updates?
The Wileyfox Swift update policy: Community.
How much does the Wileyfox Swift weigh?
The Wileyfox Swift weighs 135 g.
What colours does the Wileyfox Swift come in?
The Wileyfox Swift is available in 1 colour: Midnight Mat.
Is the Wileyfox Swift worth buying?
Wileyfox Swift was a UK startup's privacy-focused Cyanogen OS Android — a quirky 2015 experiment cut short when Cyanogen Inc. folded. SpecEagle gives the Wileyfox Swift an editorial score of 46/100.
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