BLU announced the launch of the Vivo Selfie smartphone in 2015. The manufacturer is offering the BLU Vivo Selfie phone with 4.8 inch display, Mediatek MT6582 chipset, 1 GB of RAM and 8 GB of internal storage.
The BLU Vivo Selfie series was launched with Android OS v5.0 (Lollipop) pre-installed, but it is upgradable to newer versions of OS as they become available. The 4.8 inch phone comes with a high resolution AMOLED display (720 x 1280 px). AMOLED displays are used in many high-end and flagship 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 Vivo Selfie also features a 8 MP front-facing camera.
BLU Vivo Selfie specifications
| Brand | BLU |
|---|---|
| Name | Vivo Selfie |
| Model | V030L |
| Release date | 2015 |
Body
| Weight | 3.92 oz |
|---|---|
| Dimensions | 5.55 x 2.69 x 0.31 inch |
| Colors | black, white |
| SIM type | Micro SIM |
The weight of BLU Vivo Selfie is about 3.92 oz with battery, which is average compared to most of the smartphones with same size. The dimensions of this BLU smartphone are average (5.55 x 2.69 x 0.31 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 v5.0 (Lollipop) |
|---|---|
| SoC | Mediatek MT6582 |
| CPU | Quad-core 1.3 GHz Cortex-A7 |
| GPU | Mali-400 |
The BLU Vivo Selfie comes with Android OS v5.0 (Lollipop) out of the box, but it is upgradable to the next OS. Android is a mobile operating system developed by Google based on a modified version of the Linux kernel and other open-source software. The Vivo Selfie has a Mediatek MT6582 CPU. This mid-range, quad-core CPU is capable of delivering fast and efficient performance for a wide range of tasks.
The Vivo Selfie utilizes Mali-400 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 | Super AMOLED |
|---|---|
| Screen size | 4.8 inch |
| Resolution | 720 x 1280 px |
| Multitouch support | yes |
The Vivo Selfie features a 4.8 inch AMOLED display. AMOLED displays enable an Always-On Display feature, where a portion of the screen remains active to display information such as time, date, notifications, or custom widgets, even when the rest of the display is off. 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 Selfie 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 in a smartphone can provide benefits in terms of performance and multitasking. When you have more RAM, you can keep more apps and processes open in the background without slowing down the device. 32 GB of internal storage is generally considered to be the minimum amount of storage you would want in a smartphone. The Vivo Selfie has only 8 GB of internal storage. The memory of BLU Vivo Selfie (1 GB) cannot be expanded, but the internal storage (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, autofocus |
|---|---|
| Flash | LED |
| Selfie camera | 8 MP |
The Vivo Selfie 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 Selfie 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 main camera of Vivo Selfie smartphone does not have OIS. The optical image stabilization (OIS) is an important feature in smartphones, particularly for those who frequently use their phones to take photos 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, A2DP |
| GPS | A-GPS |
| NFC | no |
| FM radio | yes |
| USB | microUSB 2.0 |
| Headphone | 3.5 mm jack |
The BLU Vivo Selfie supports 2G and 3G networks only. 3G is obsolete now, because most phones can use 4G and 5G networks. The BLU Vivo Selfie like all modern smartphones, is capable of connecting to Wi-Fi networks. Wi-Fi networks use radio waves to transmit data between devices and a wireless access point, which is typically connected to a wired network and serves as a hub for wireless devices to connect to the internet or other networks.
The Vivo Selfie smartphone is capable of connecting to Bluetooth devices. Bluetooth is a wireless communication technology that allows devices to connect and communicate with each other over short distances. The Vivo Selfie 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 Vivo Selfie 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 Selfie phone has built-in FM radio. The built-in FM Radio is great for listening to your favorite radio station. The Vivo Selfie 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 Selfie 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-Po 2300 mAh, non-removable |
|---|
The Li-Po 2300 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 Vivo Selfie isn't removable without voiding the warranty.
Features
| Sensors | accelerometer, gravity, proximity |
|---|---|
| Specials | Corning Gorilla Glass 3, Dual SIM |
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 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 Vivo Selfie 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. Corning Gorilla Glass is designed to provide enhanced durability and resistance to scratches, impacts, and drops.
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 Selfie, then don’t hesitate and signal the problem to us.
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