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BLU Vivo Air (2015) review

Android OS v4.4 (KitKat)
Mediatek MT6592
Mali-450
1 GB / 16 GB
4.8 inch (720 x 1280 px)
8 MP, 3264 x 2448 px, autofocus

BLU announced the launch of the Vivo Air smartphone in 2015. The manufacturer is offering the BLU Vivo Air phone with 4.8 inch display, Mediatek MT6592 chipset, 1 GB of RAM and 16 GB of internal storage.

The BLU Vivo Air smartphone comes with Android OS v4.4 (KitKat) out of the box, and a Li-Ion 2100 mAh, non-removable battery. The Vivo Air comes with a high-quality AMOLED display. AMOLED displays offer several advantages that contribute to their popularity in smartphones and other devices. This smartphone has a single camera on the back (8 MP, 3264 x 2448 px, autofocus). The single camera setup can be sufficient for many smartphone users, depending on their photography needs and preferences. The front camera of Vivo Air gives you the freedom to capture moments with yourself or your friends and family easily.

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BLU Vivo Air specifications

BrandBLU
NameVivo Air
ModelD980L
Release date2015

Body

Weight3.42 oz
Dimensions5.5 x 2.65 x 0.2 inch
Colorsblack, white
SIM typeMicro SIM

The weight of BLU Vivo Air is about 3.42 oz with battery, which is average compared to most of the smartphones with same size. The dimensions of this BLU smartphone are average (5.5 x 2.65 x 0.2 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 versionAndroid OS v4.4 (KitKat)
SoCMediatek MT6592
CPUOcta-core 1.7 GHz Cortex-A7
GPUMali-450

The BLU Vivo Air comes with Android OS v4.4 (KitKat) out of the box, but it is upgradable to the next OS. Android is based on the Linux kernel and includes a user interface, middleware, and a range of pre-installed applications. The Vivo Air 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 Vivo Air utilizes Mali-450 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 typeSuper AMOLED
Screen size4.8 inch
Resolution720 x 1280 px
Multitouch supportyes

The 4.8 inch phone comes with AMOLED display. The AMOLED is a display technology and stands for Active Matrix Organic Light Emitting Diodes, it is a type of OLED display and is used in smartphones. Smaller smartphones are generally more compact and easier to handle. 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 Vivo Air is multitouch capable. Multitouch technology enables the device's touchscreen to detect and interpret multiple touch points on the screen simultaneously.

Memory

RAM1 GB
Internal storage16 GB
Memory card slotno

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. The amount of RAM needed for optimal performance depends on factors such as the operating system, the apps and services you use, and how you use your device. 32 GB of internal storage is generally considered to be the minimum amount of storage you would want in a smartphone. The Vivo Air has only 16 GB of internal storage. The memory and the internal storage of the BLU Vivo Air (1 GB) cannot be expanded.

Camera

Main camera8 MP, 3264 x 2448 px, autofocus
FlashLED
Selfie camera5 MP

The Vivo Air 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 Vivo Air 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. Vivo Air is equipped with a basic camera setup, and it does not have any advanced features. Basic camera setups are designed to fulfill the needs of users who prioritize affordability and basic photography requirements.

Connectivity

GSM 2G bands850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900
Network coverage2G / 3G
Wi-FiWi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n
Bluetoothv4.0
GPSA-GPS
NFCno
FM radioyes
USBmicroUSB 2.0
Headphone3.5 mm jack

The BLU Vivo Air supports 2G and 3G networks only. 3G is obsolete now, because most phones can use 4G and 5G networks. The BLU Vivo Air supports the latest Wi-Fi standards. Wi-Fi is now a ubiquitous technology that is widely used in homes, businesses, public spaces, and other environments around the world. The Vivo Air supports the latest Bluetooth standards, which offers faster data transfer speeds, better range, and improved reliability compared to previous versions of Bluetooth.

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 Vivo Air 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 Vivo Air phone has built-in FM radio. During emergencies or natural disasters when cellular networks may be congested or disrupted, FM radio can provide a reliable source of information and emergency alerts.

The Vivo Air has a microUSB port. MicroUSB is a type of USB connector that was commonly used on older smartphones, tablets, and other mobile devices. The Vivo Air 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

TypeLi-Ion 2100 mAh, non-removable

The Li-Ion 2100 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 Vivo Air isn't removable without voiding the warranty.

Features

Sensorsaccelerometer, compass, gyroscope, proximity
SpecialsCorning Gorilla Glass 3

Smartphones today come with a wealth of sensors to facilitate a better user experience. The BLU Vivo Air smartphone has an accelerometer. The presence of an accelerometer in smartphones enables a range of interactive and intuitive functionalities that enhance the user experience and enable innovative applications. 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 Vivo Air 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. Corning Gorilla Glass is a type of chemically strengthened super-glass.

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 Vivo Air, then don’t hesitate and signal the problem to us.

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