BLU announced the launch of the Life One X smartphone in 2014. The manufacturer is offering the BLU Life One X phone with 5 inch display, Mediatek MT6589T chipset, 2 GB of RAM and 16 GB of internal storage.
The BLU Life One X series was launched with Android OS v4.2.1 (Jelly Bean) pre-installed, but it is upgradable to newer versions of OS as they become available. The IPS panel of Life One X 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 (13 MP, 4128 x 3096 px, autofocus). The single camera setup can be sufficient for many smartphone users, depending on their photography needs and preferences. The selfie camera of Life One X allows you to capture self-portraits or group photos without needing someone else to take the picture for you.
BLU Life One X specifications
| Brand | BLU |
|---|---|
| Name | Life One X |
| Model | L133L |
| Release date | 2014 |
Body
| Weight | 4.69 oz |
|---|---|
| Dimensions | 5.65 x 2.82 x 0.34 inch |
| Colors | blue, white |
| SIM type | Micro SIM |
The weight of BLU Life One X is about 4.69 oz with battery, which is average compared to most of the smartphones with same size. The dimensions of this BLU smartphone are average (5.65 x 2.82 x 0.34 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 v4.2.1 (Jelly Bean) |
|---|---|
| SoC | Mediatek MT6589T |
| CPU | Quad-core 1.5 GHz Cortex-A7 |
| GPU | PowerVR SGX544MP2 |
The BLU Life One X comes with Android OS v4.2.1 (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 One X has a Mediatek MT6589T CPU. This mid-range, quad-core CPU is capable of delivering fast and efficient performance for a wide range of tasks.
The Life One X utilizes PowerVR SGX544MP2 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. PowerVR GPUs are a popular choice for mobile device manufacturers, and are known for their power efficiency and strong performance.
Display
| Display type | IPS |
|---|---|
| Screen size | 5 inch |
| Resolution | 1080 x 1920 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 One X is multitouch capable. Multitouch technology enables the device's touchscreen to detect and interpret multiple touch points on the screen simultaneously.
Memory
| RAM | 2 GB |
|---|---|
| Internal storage | 16 GB |
| Memory card slot | no |
With 2 GB of RAM, a smartphone can run multiple apps simultaneously without experiencing any significant lag or slow performance. 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 One X has only 16 GB of internal storage. The memory and the internal storage of the BLU Life One X (2 GB) cannot be expanded.
Camera
| Main camera | 13 MP, 4128 x 3096 px, autofocus |
|---|---|
| Flash | LED |
| Selfie camera | 5 MP |
The Life One X 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 main camera of the Life One X is equipped with autofocus. 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 One X 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 b/g/n |
| Bluetooth | v4.0 |
| GPS | A-GPS |
| NFC | no |
| FM radio | yes |
| USB | microUSB 2.0 |
| Headphone | 3.5 mm jack |
The BLU Life One X supports 2G and 3G networks only. 3G is obsolete now, because most phones can use 4G and 5G networks. The BLU Life One X like all modern smartphones, is capable of connecting to Wi-Fi networks. Wi-Fi is a wireless networking technology that allows devices to connect to the internet or other networks wirelessly, without the need for physical cables. Wi-Fi is based on the IEEE 802.11 family of standards, which define the specifications for wireless local area networks (WLANs).
With Bluetooth connectivity, you can connect your Life One X smartphone to a wide range of Bluetooth-enabled devices, such as headphones, speakers, smartwatches, fitness trackers, and more. The Life One X has a GPS receiver. GPS allows smartphones to determine their precise location and provide accurate navigation and mapping services. This includes turn-by-turn directions, real-time traffic updates, points of interest, and alternative routes.
The Life One X 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 One X 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 One X 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 One X 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, non-removable |
|---|
The Li-Ion 2000 mAh, non-removable 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 One X isn't removable without voiding the warranty.
Features
| Sensors | accelerometer, compass, 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 Life One X phone comes with a compass sensor. A compass sensor is a device that provides accurate directions in relation to the earth's North and South magnetic poles. The Dual SIM capability of BLU Life One X 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 One X, then don’t hesitate and signal the problem to us.
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