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Gigabyte GSmart Sierra S1
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Gigabyte GSmart Sierra S1

Released: 2013, June. Released 2013, OctoberPrice: About 220 EURStatus: Discontinued

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General

Brand
Gigabyte GSmart
Model
Gigabyte GSmart Sierra S1
Released
2013, June. Released 2013, October
Status
Discontinued
Price
About 220 EUR
OS
Android 4.2 (Jelly Bean)
Dimensions
145.5 x 72.5 x 8.9 mm (5.73 x 2.85 x 0.35 in)
Weight
168 g (5.93 oz)
SIM
Dual SIM (Mini-SIM, dual stand-by)

Display

Type
IPS LCD
Size
5.0 inches, 68.9 cm, 2, (~65.3% screen-to-body ratio)
Resolution
720 x 1280 pixels, 16:9 ratio (~294 ppi density)

Performance

Chipset
Mediatek MT6589 (28 nm)
CPU
Quad-core 1.5 GHz Cortex-A7
GPU
PowerVR SGX544
Internal
4GB 1GB RAM
Card slot
microSDHC (dedicated slot)

Camera

Single
2 MP
Features
LED flash
Video
720p

Network

Technology
GSM / HSPA
2G bands
GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900 - SIM 1 & SIM 2
3G bands
HSDPA 900 / 2100
Speed
HSPA 42.2/11.5 Mbps

Connectivity

WLAN
Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, hotspot
Bluetooth
3.0
Positioning
GPS
NFC
No
Radio
FM radio
USB
microUSB 2.0
3.5mm jack
Yes

Sensors

Sensors
Accelerometer, proximity, compass

Other

Colors
Black/White
Stand-by
Up to 600 h
Announced
2013, June. Released 2013, October
Talk time
Up to 4 h 30 min
Loudspeaker
Yes

Gigabyte GSmart Sierra S1 Overview

About Gigabyte GSmart Sierra S1 Gigabyte GSmart Sierra S1 is a discontinued device from Gigabyte GSmart's popular line of first class Android phones, released in the 2013. Gigabyte GSmart Sierra S1 has a wide variety of great specifications such as 4GB 1GB RAM with Mediatek MT6589 (28 nm) , as well as ultrasonic fingerprint sensor. The thing that makes this decent smartphone special is its sleek design and an amazing all-screen design with no notches at all.

Rooting Information

A verified root guide for Gigabyte GSmart Sierra S1 is not published yet. Avoid flashing files from unrelated variants.

Bootloader Information

Most Android rooting methods begin with bootloader unlock. Unlocking may wipe data, affect warranty, and disable some security features.

Recovery Information

Custom recovery support depends on chipset, kernel source availability, and community builds. Fastboot-based Magisk installation can work even when TWRP is unavailable.

Pros and Cons

  • Pros: deeper customization, module support, bloatware removal, and advanced backup options.
  • Cons: warranty risk, possible update issues, and security trade-offs if root permissions are mismanaged.

FAQ

Can I root the Gigabyte GSmart Sierra S1?

The Gigabyte GSmart Sierra S1 supports rooting through Magisk. You'll need to unlock the bootloader first, then flash a patched boot image. Check the rooting status card on this page for availability.

Does Gigabyte GSmart Sierra S1 support custom recovery (TWRP)?

Many Gigabyte-gsmart devices support TWRP. Check our device page for recovery compatibility. If TWRP isn't available, you can still use Magisk through fastboot method.

Will rooting Gigabyte GSmart Sierra S1 void warranty?

Yes, rooting the Gigabyte GSmart Sierra S1 will void the manufacturer warranty. However, you can unroot using the stock firmware to potentially restore warranty coverage.

What Android version does Gigabyte GSmart Sierra S1 run?

Check the specifications section above for the current OS version and upgrade history of your Gigabyte GSmart Sierra S1.

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