Amazon announced the launch of the Fire HD 8 smartphone in 2016. The manufacturer is offering the Amazon Fire HD 8 phone with 8 inches display, Mediatek MT8163 chipset, 1.5 GB of RAM and 16 GB of internal storage.
The Amazon Fire HD 8 comes with Android OS v5.1 (Lollipop) out of the box, and a Li-Po 4750 mAh, non-removable battery. The 8 inches phone comes with IPS display (1280 x 800 px). The IPS display provides enhanced features, such as optimal viewing angles, color accuracy, invariable color reproduction and better power consumption.
Amazon Fire HD 8 specifications
| Brand | Amazon |
|---|---|
| Name | Fire HD 8 |
| Model | FHD82016 |
| Release date | 2016 |
Body
The weight of Amazon Fire HD 8 is about 12.03 oz with battery, which is average compared to most of the smartphones with same size. The dimensions of this Amazon phone are average (5.04 x 8.43 x 0.36 inches).
| Weight | 12.03 oz |
|---|---|
| Dimensions | 5.04 x 8.43 x 0.36 inches |
| Colors | black, blue, magenta, tangerine |
| SIM type | no |
System
The Amazon Fire HD 8 comes with Android OS v5.1 (Lollipop) out of the box, but it is upgradable to the next OS.
| OS version | Android OS v5.1 (Lollipop) |
|---|---|
| SoC | Mediatek MT8163 |
| CPU | Quad-core 1.3 GHz Cortex-A53 |
| GPU | Mali-T720 MP2 |
Display
The size of Fire HD 8 screen is measured diagonally, from corner to corner. The 8 inches IPS display of Amazon Fire HD 8 with 1280 x 800 px resolution is multitouch capable.
| Display type | IPS |
|---|---|
| Screen size | 8 inches |
| Resolution | 1280 x 800 px |
| Multitouch support | yes |
Memory
The internal memory of Amazon Fire HD 8 (1.5 GB) cannot be expanded, but the internal storage (16 GB) can be expanded with a compatible microSD card.
| RAM | 1.5 GB |
|---|---|
| Internal storage | 16 GB |
| Memory card slot | microSD |
Camera
The camera of the Fire HD 8 has no autofocus capability (fixed-focus). An autofocus (or AF) optical system uses a sensor, a control system and a motor to focus on an automatically or manually selected point or area. Very few Android cameras come without autofocus.
| Selfie camera | VGA |
|---|---|
| Main camera | 2 MP, 1600 x 1200 px |
Connectivity
This phone doesn't have built-in GPS. GPS is a highly accurate navigation system using signals from satellites to determine a location on the Earth's surface, irrespective of weather conditions. Most phones have a GPS unit on board. The Fire HD 8 phone doesn't have built-in FM radio.
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac |
|---|---|
| Bluetooth | v4.0, A2DP |
| GPS | no |
| NFC | no |
| FM radio | no |
| USB | microUSB 2.0 |
| Headphone | 3.5 mm jack |
Battery
The Li-Po 4750 mAh, non-removable battery gives the smartphone a good battery backup. The lithium polymer (Li-Po) battery is a thin, light-weight, rechargeable battery. No periodic discharge is needed and charging can be done at random. The battery of Fire HD 8 isn't removable without voiding the warranty.
| Type | Li-Po 4750 mAh, non-removable |
|---|
Features
Smartphones today come with a wealth of sensors to facilitate a better user experience. The accelerometer is a sensor that measures the tilting motion and orientation of the phone. This smartphone doesn't support fast charging technology.
| Sensors | accelerometer, gyroscope, light |
|---|---|
| Specials | Fire OS 5.0 |
The specifications above are based on the official data published by the manufacturer, but we also take user reviews into consideration. If you found an error or something lacking in the specifications above for the Amazon Fire HD 8, then don’t hesitate and signal the problem to us.
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