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BLU Life 8 XL
OS: Android 4.4.2 (KitKat), upgradable to 5.0 (Lollipop)
CPU: Octa-core 1.4 GHz Cortex-A7 Display: 5.5" inc Camera: 8 MP,
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BLU Life 8 XL smartphone runs on Android 4.4.2 (KitKat), upgradable to 5.0 (Lollipop) operating system. The phone is powered by Octa-core 1.4 GHz Cortex-A7 processor. It has 8 GB, 1 GB RAM. Internal storage options which can be extended with the help of microSD, up to 64 GB. The smartphone has a IPS LCD providing, Screen-to-Body Ratio of 71.9%. The smartphone is fueled with a 2920 mAh, Removable Li-Ion. The main camera of the smartphone consists of a 8 MP, Single. The sensors include Accelerometer, proximity. Connectivity features in the smartphone include Bluetooth, A-GPS, Wi-Fi, 3.5 mm Jack and more. The BLU Life 8 XL are available in various colors such as Black, Orange, Pink, White, Yellow. It measures 155 x 74.8 x 7.7 mm and weighs 149 g.
Hardware and OS BLU Life 8 XL |
Operating system: | Android 4.4.2 (KitKat), upgradable to 5.0 (Lollipop) |
Processor: | Octa-core 1.4 GHz Cortex-A7 |
Chipset: | Mediatek MT6592M (28 nm) |
GPU: | Mali-450MP4 |
Internal memory: | 8 GB, 1 GB RAM |
External memory: | microSD, up to 64 GB |
Display BLU Life 8 XL |
Type: | IPS LCD |
Size: | 5.5" inc |
Resolution: | 720 x 1280 px |
Touchscreen: | capacitive touchscreen |
Screen-to-Body Ratio: | 71.9% |
Display area: | 83.4 cm2 |
Display aspect ratio: | 16:9 (height:width) |
Pixel Density: | 267 PPI |
Colors: | 16M |
Connectivity BLU Life 8 XL |
2G Network: | GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900 - SIM 1 & SIM 2 |
Wi-Fi: | Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, Wi-Fi Direct, hotspot |
Network: | GSM / HSPA |
SIM card: | Dual SIM (Micro-SIM) |
Bluetooth: | 4.0, A2DP |
Edge: | Yes |
GPRS: | Yes |
GPS: | Yes, with A-GPS |
Speed: | HSPA 21.1/5.76 Mbps |
USB: | microUSB 2.0 |
Camera BLU Life 8 XL |
Main camera: | 8 MP,
Single |
Specs: | 8 MP, AF |
Features: | LED flash, HDR |
Video: | 1080p@30fps |
Selfie camera: | 2 MP,
Single |
Specs: | 2 MP |
Multimedia BLU Life 8 XL |
3.5 mm Jack: | Yes |
Radio: | FM radio |
Design BLU Life 8 XL |
Colors: | Black, Orange, Pink, White, Yellow |
Dimensions: | 155 x 74.8 x 7.7 mm |
Weight: | 149 g |
Battery BLU Life 8 XL |
Battery capacity: | 2920 mAh, Removable Li-Ion |
Battery life: | Stand by time- Up to 900 h (2G) / Up to 750 h (3G) Talking time- Up to 30 h (2G) / Up to 18 h (3G)
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Other BLU Life 8 XL |
Release date: | 2015, May |
Sensors: | Accelerometer, proximity |
BLU Life 8 XL Overview
The BLU Life 8 XL is a budget-friendly smartphone that offers decent performance and features. Running on Android 4.4.2 KitKat, which is upgradable to 5.0 Lollipop, this phone is equipped with an octa-core 1.4 GHz Cortex-A7 processor and Mediatek MT6592M chipset, providing smooth and efficient multitasking capabilities. The Mali-450MP4 GPU ensures good graphics performance for gaming and multimedia.
The device comes with 8GB of internal storage and 1GB of RAM, which can be expanded up to 64GB via a microSD card. The 5.5-inch IPS LCD display has a resolution of 720 x 1280 pixels, offering vibrant colors and sharp visuals. The screen-to-body ratio of 71.9% provides a good viewing experience, and the pixel density of 267 PPI ensures clarity in text and images.
In terms of connectivity, the BLU Life 8 XL supports GSM and HSPA networks, dual SIM functionality, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth 4.0, GPS, and FM radio. The 8MP main camera with LED flash and HDR feature captures decent photos and videos at 1080p resolution, while the 2MP front camera is suitable for selfies and video calls. The 2920 mAh removable Li-Ion battery provides a decent battery life, with up to 900 hours of standby time and up to 30 hours of talk time on 2G.
Pros:
- Affordable price point
- Octa-core processor for smooth performance
- Expandable storage option
- Good display quality
- Decent camera performance
- Dual SIM functionality
Cons:
- Limited RAM capacity
- Older Android version
- Average battery life
- Low-resolution selfie camera
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