---
product_id: 41548063
title: "BLU Joy - 2.4\", Factory Unlocked Phone - Red"
brand: "blu"
price: "R1188"
currency: ZAR
in_stock: true
reviews_count: 8
url: https://www.desertcart.co.za/products/41548063-blu-joy-2-4-factory-unlocked-phone-red
store_origin: ZA
region: South Africa
---

# Dedicated SOS emergency key Dual SIM GSM 2G unlocked 12-hour battery life BLU Joy - 2.4", Factory Unlocked Phone - Red

**Brand:** blu
**Price:** R1188
**Availability:** ✅ In Stock

## Summary

> 📞 Simple, reliable, and ready when you are — the joy of staying connected!

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** BLU Joy - 2.4", Factory Unlocked Phone - Red by blu
- **How much does it cost?** R1188 with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship
- **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.co.za](https://www.desertcart.co.za/products/41548063-blu-joy-2-4-factory-unlocked-phone-red)

## Best For

- blu enthusiasts

## Why This Product

- Trusted blu brand quality
- Free international shipping included
- Worldwide delivery with tracking
- 15-day hassle-free returns

## Key Features

- • **Emergency Ready:** One-touch SOS button ensures immediate help when it matters most.
- • **Durable & Dependable:** Lightweight yet sturdy build with a leather-patterned battery cover for everyday resilience.
- • **Effortless Usability:** Large keypad and simple interface designed specifically for seniors and tech-averse users.
- • **Power Through Your Day:** Robust 12-hour talk time battery keeps you going without constant recharging.
- • **Stay Connected Anywhere:** Unlocked dual SIM supports all GSM 2G carriers nationwide for ultimate flexibility.

## Overview

The BLU Joy is a compact 2.4-inch unlocked dual SIM phone optimized for seniors and emergency use. Featuring nationwide GSM 2G compatibility, a long-lasting 12-hour battery, and a dedicated SOS button, it combines straightforward usability with essential connectivity. Its large keypad and durable design make it an ideal choice for those seeking a no-fuss, dependable mobile device.

## Description

Introducing joy easy to use phone with big key pad and emergency access SOS key for the senior users.

Review: Lol, great if you're actually interested. - This must be the second most hilarious phone I've ever bought. But seriously for a moment it's not bad at all for the price. Know this is a under average phone, and is by no means advanced. Camera quality is old, but functional and usable. Flashlight is bright. One thing that's funny is that the battery is literally heavier than the phone. Battery life is great. I bought this for my dad because he's unable to learn how to use a smartphone. I'll try to make a clip of it if I get around to it maybe during my Christmas vacation (2023). It's mostly a cheap plastic, but durable enough to bend and withstand a little careless use which is why i bought it.
Review: Defective out of the box - Worthless piece of junk. Did not recognize any sim card I installed, in either position. Very poor quick-start guide, no actual user manual. This would be difficult to set up or use for a senior who is not used using technology. The quick start guide doesn't even show where to power button is, or the function of any of the buttons! Bought it to replace the Snapfon (that worked well but, seems to be now unavailable) for my 90yo father. The old one was stolen from his unlocked car. The descriptions were similar enough to purchase, but glaring differences. The Snapfon SOS button could be programmed to make calls AND send texts. I had programmed his to call 911 and then send texts to myself and my sister that he had hit the SOS button. (I don't think the value added for the Snapfon Life-alert like services were worth the price.) This phone only calls one number.

## Features

- Unlocked Dual SIM Phone
- GSM Quad band 2G (850/900/1800/1900): compatibility Nationwide on any carrier that accepts a 2G GSM Sim Card. Will NOT work with 3G only providers like ATT or T-Mobile nor any CDMA Carriers (Verizon, Sprint, Boost, PagePlus)

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| ASIN | B01M294VXZ |
| Additional Features | SOS Button |
| Aspect Ratio | 4:3 |
| Average Battery Life Talk Time | 12 Hours |
| Battery Average Life | 12 Hours |
| Battery Capacity | 1400 Milliamp Hours |
| Battery Description | 1300 mah Battery |
| Best Sellers Rank | #36,467 in Cell Phones & Accessories ( See Top 100 in Cell Phones & Accessories ) #741 in Cell Phones |
| Biometric Security Feature | Fingerprint Recognition |
| Brand | BLU |
| Built-In Media | Device, battery, charger, quick guide |
| CPU Model | Core i7 |
| Camera Description | 2.0 |
| Camera Flash | no flash |
| Cellular Technology | 2G |
| Color | Red |
| Connectivity Technology | Bluetooth |
| Connector Type | Micro USB |
| Customer Reviews | 3.5 out of 5 stars 1,119 Reviews |
| Display Resolution Maximum | 240 x 320 |
| Display Type | LCD |
| Effective Video Resolution | 640 Pixels |
| Form Factor | Bar |
| Frame Rate | 30 fps |
| Front Photo Sensor Resolution | 0.3 MP |
| GPS Geotagging Functionality | False |
| Global Trade Identification Number | 00848958029281 |
| Headphones Jack | [POSSIBLY] 3.5mm |
| Human-Interface Input | Keypad |
| Item Dimensions | 4.24 x 0.55 x 2.35 inches |
| Item Weight | 0.03 Kilograms |
| Manufacturer | CTMIA |
| Material Features | leather-patterned battery cover |
| Model Series | Joy |
| Model Year | 2018 |
| Operating System | KaiOS |
| Optical Sensor Resolution | 0.3 MP |
| Phone Talk Time | 12 Hours |
| Processor Series | Core i7 |
| RAM Memory Installed | 32 MB |
| Ram Memory Installed Size | 32 MB |
| Resolution | 240 x 320 |
| SIM Card Slot Count | Dual SIM |
| Screen Size | 2.4 Inches |
| Shooting Modes | Automatic |
| Sim Card Size | Micro |
| Specific Uses For Product | Emergency situations, Senior users |
| Supported Satellite Navigation System | GPS |
| UPC | 848958029281 |
| Unit Count | 1 Count |
| Video Capture Resolution | 640x480 |
| Water Resistance Level | Not Water Resistant |
| Wireless Network Technology | GSM |
| Wireless Provider | Unlocked |

## Product Details

- **Brand:** BLU
- **Operating System:** KaiOS
- **Ram Memory Installed Size:** 32 MB
- **CPU Model:** Core i7
- **Screen Size:** 2.4 Inches
- **Resolution:** 240 x 320
- **Model Name:** BLU Joy
- **Wireless Carrier:** Unlocked
- **Cellular Technology:** 2G
- **Connectivity Technology:** Bluetooth

## Images

![BLU Joy - 2.4", Factory Unlocked Phone - Red - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/91vxTTedp9L.jpg)
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## Available Options

This product comes in different **Color** options.

## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Lol, great if you're actually interested.
*by F***. on December 18, 2023*

This must be the second most hilarious phone I've ever bought. But seriously for a moment it's not bad at all for the price. Know this is a under average phone, and is by no means advanced. Camera quality is old, but functional and usable. Flashlight is bright. One thing that's funny is that the battery is literally heavier than the phone. Battery life is great. I bought this for my dad because he's unable to learn how to use a smartphone. I'll try to make a clip of it if I get around to it maybe during my Christmas vacation (2023). It's mostly a cheap plastic, but durable enough to bend and withstand a little careless use which is why i bought it.

### ⭐ Defective out of the box
*by Q***R on March 28, 2018*

Worthless piece of junk. Did not recognize any sim card I installed, in either position. Very poor quick-start guide, no actual user manual. This would be difficult to set up or use for a senior who is not used using technology. The quick start guide doesn't even show where to power button is, or the function of any of the buttons! Bought it to replace the Snapfon (that worked well but, seems to be now unavailable) for my 90yo father. The old one was stolen from his unlocked car. The descriptions were similar enough to purchase, but glaring differences. The Snapfon SOS button could be programmed to make calls AND send texts. I had programmed his to call 911 and then send texts to myself and my sister that he had hit the SOS button. (I don't think the value added for the Snapfon Life-alert like services were worth the price.) This phone only calls one number.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Bien
*by R***E on December 11, 2025*

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## Frequently Bought Together

- BLU JOY - 2.4", Factory Unlocked Phone - Red
- $14/Month - 5GB Data + Unlimited Minutes & Texts | Tello Mobile Prepaid Phone Plan | Bring Your Own Phone Kit | 3 in 1 SIM Card Included | US Nation-Wide 4G LTE/5G Coverage

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*Product available on Desertcart South Africa*
*Store origin: ZA*
*Last updated: 2026-03-04*