BLU announced the launch of the Life 8 smartphone in 2014. The manufacturer is offering the BLU Life 8 phone with 5 inch display, Mediatek MT6592 chipset, 1 GB of RAM and 8 GB of internal storage.
The BLU Life 8 smartphone comes with Android OS v4.2.2 (Jelly Bean) out of the box, and a Li-Ion 2000 mAh battery. The IPS panel of Life 8 has good color accuracy and can display a wide color gamut, resulting in more lifelike and vivid visuals. This smartphone has a single camera on the back (8 MP, 3264 x 2448 px). The single camera setup can be sufficient for many smartphone users, depending on their photography needs and preferences. The selfie camera of Life 8 allows you to capture self-portraits or group photos without needing someone else to take the picture for you.
BLU Life 8 specifications
| Brand | BLU |
|---|---|
| Name | Life 8 |
| Model | L280 |
| Release date | 2014 |
Body
| Weight | 4.8 oz |
|---|---|
| Dimensions | 5.71 x 2.75 x 0.3 inch |
| Colors | orange, pink, white, yellow |
| SIM type | Micro SIM, Mini SIM |
The weight of BLU Life 8 is about 4.8 oz with battery, which is average compared to most of the smartphones with same size. The dimensions of this BLU smartphone are average (5.71 x 2.75 x 0.3 inch). Smaller smartphones are more compact and easier to carry around, but they may have smaller displays that can be harder to read and interact with. A micro SIM is a smaller (15 x 12 x 0.76 mm) version of the standard SIM card used in mobile devices. The micro SIM card provides the same functionality as the standard SIM card, allowing the user to connect to a cellular network and use mobile data, voice, and messaging services.
System
| OS version | Android OS v4.2.2 (Jelly Bean) |
|---|---|
| SoC | Mediatek MT6592 |
| CPU | Octa-core 1.7 GHz Cortex-A7 |
| GPU | Mali-450 MP4 |
The BLU Life 8 comes with Android OS v4.2.2 (Jelly Bean) out of the box, but it is upgradable to the next OS. Android is closely integrated with various Google services, such as Google Maps, Gmail, and Google Drive, which makes it easy for users to access and manage their data across multiple devices. The Life 8 utilizes Mediatek MT6592 SoC (System on a Chip). This powerful octa-core processor is capable of handling complex tasks and running multiple applications simultaneously.
The Life 8 utilizes Mali-450 MP4 GPU. A GPU (Graphics Processing Unit) is a specialized chip that is primarily designed to handle and accelerate the processing of graphics and visual data. It is responsible for rendering images, videos, and animations on a smartphone screen. ARM Mali GPUs are widely used in mobile devices and have a good reputation for performance and power efficiency. They offer competitive performance and power efficiency, making them suitable for a range of applications, including gaming, multimedia, and user interface rendering.
Display
| Display type | IPS |
|---|---|
| Screen size | 5 inch |
| Resolution | 720 x 1280 px |
| Multitouch support | yes |
The 5 inch phone comes with IPS display. The IPS display provides enhanced features, such as optimal viewing angles, color accuracy, invariable color reproduction and better power consumption. The 5 inch display make this smartphone pocket-friendly. The size of the screen is measured diagonally, from corner to corner. A larger screen typically requires more power to illuminate, which can impact battery life. The display of BLU Life 8 is multitouch capable. Multitouch technology enables the device's touchscreen to detect and interpret multiple touch points on the screen simultaneously.
Memory
| RAM | 1 GB |
|---|---|
| Internal storage | 8 GB |
| Memory card slot | microSD |
1 GB of RAM is not typically considered to be enough for a smartphone. Most smartphones today come with at least 3 GB or 4 GB of RAM, and some high-end devices have even more. Having more RAM alone does not necessarily guarantee better performance, and other factors such as the processor and storage speed can also impact overall performance. 32 GB of internal storage is generally considered to be the minimum amount of storage you would want in a smartphone. The Life 8 has only 8 GB of internal storage. The internal storage of the Life 8 (8 GB) can be expanded with a compatible microSD card. A microSD card is a type of small, removable flash memory card used to store digital information.
Camera
| Main camera | 8 MP, 3264 x 2448 px |
|---|---|
| Flash | LED |
| Selfie camera | 2 MP |
The Life 8 offers only a single-camera setup. The single camera can still be sufficient for many smartphone users, depending on their photography needs and preferences. The camera of the Life 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. The Life 8 does not have optical image stabilization (OIS). OIS technology is more commonly found in higher-end smartphones and is designed to reduce camera shake and blur, resulting in sharper and clearer images and videos.
Connectivity
| GSM 2G bands | 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900 |
|---|---|
| Network coverage | 2G / 3G |
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac |
| Bluetooth | v4.0, A2DP |
| GPS | A-GPS |
| NFC | no |
| FM radio | yes |
| USB | microUSB 2.0 |
| Headphone | 3.5 mm jack |
The BLU Life 8 supports 2G and 3G networks only. 3G is obsolete now, because most phones can use 4G and 5G networks. To connect to a Wi-Fi network on the BLU Life 8, you simply need to go to the Wi-Fi settings on the device, select the network you want to connect to, and enter the password. With Bluetooth connectivity, you can connect your Life 8 smartphone to a wide range of Bluetooth-enabled devices, such as headphones, speakers, smartwatches, fitness trackers, and more.
This phone has a 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 Life 8 isn't NFC (Near Field Communication) capable. NFC is not essential for basic phone functionality, but it can be useful for a variety of tasks and features. The Life 8 phone has built-in FM radio receiver. FM radio allows users to tune in to local radio stations and listen to live broadcasts, news, music, and other content.
The Life 8 has a microUSB port. MicroUSB is a type of USB connector that was commonly used on older smartphones, tablets, and other mobile devices. The Life 8 smartphone has a 3.5 mm headphone jack. A 3.5 mm headphone jack is a small round port, that allows you to connect wired headphones or earphones to the device.
Battery
| Type | Li-Ion 2000 mAh |
|---|
The Li-Ion 2000 mAh battery gives the smartphone a good battery backup. The Li-ion is a low maintenance battery which offers high energy, is lightweight and does not require periodic full discharge. The battery of Life 8 is removable. You can simply buy a new piece from the open market and interchange it easily by yourself.
Features
| Sensors | accelerometer, gyroscope, proximity |
|---|---|
| Specials | Dual SIM |
Smartphones today come with a wealth of sensors to facilitate a better user experience. The accelerometer provides information about the smartphone's movement in three axes: X (horizontal), Y (vertical), and Z (depth). This BLU phones come with proximity sensor. This proximity sensor detects how close the phone is to an outside object, such as your ear. The Dual SIM capability of BLU Life 8 phone is ideal for businesses wishing to provide staff with a mobile device that can offer separate numbers and bills for both personal and business use.
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 BLU Life 8, then don’t hesitate and signal the problem to us.
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