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Kyocera DuraForce XD
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Kyocera DuraForce XD

Released: 2015, October. Released 2015, NovemberStatus: Discontinued

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General

Brand
Kyocera
Model
Kyocera DuraForce XD
Released
2015, October. Released 2015, November
Status
Discontinued
OS
Android 5.1 (Lollipop)
Dimensions
166.8 x 86.4 x 13.9 mm (6.57 x 3.40 x 0.55 in)
Weight
307 g (10.83 oz)
SIM
Nano-SIM

Display

Type
IPS LCD
Size
5.7 inches, 89.6 cm, 2, (~62.1% screen-to-body ratio)
Resolution
720 x 1280 pixels, 16:9 ratio (~258 ppi density)
Protection
Yes

Performance

Chipset
Qualcomm MSM8928 Snapdragon 400 (28 nm)
CPU
Quad-core 1.6 GHz Cortex-A7
GPU
Adreno 305
Internal
16GB 2GB RAM
Card slot
microSDXC (dedicated slot)

Camera

Single
2 MP
Features
LED flash, HDR, panorama
Video
N/A

Battery

Charging
10W wired

Network

Technology
GSM / HSPA / LTE
2G bands
GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900
3G bands
HSDPA 850 / 900 / 1900 / 2100 - AT&T, T-Mobile
4G bands
1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 17, 20, 29 - AT&T
Speed
HSPA, LTE

Connectivity

WLAN
Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac//r/k, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct, hotspot
Bluetooth
4.1, A2DP, EDR, LE
Positioning
GPS
NFC
Yes
Radio
No
USB
microUSB 2.0
3.5mm jack
Yes

Sensors

Sensors
Accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass, barometer

Other

Colors
Black
Stand-by
Up to 816 h (3G)
Announced
2015, October. Released 2015, November
Talk time
Up to 23 h (3G)
Loudspeaker
Yes

Kyocera DuraForce XD Overview

About Kyocera DuraForce XD Kyocera DuraForce XD is a discontinued device from Kyocera's popular line of first class Android phones, released in the 2015. Kyocera DuraForce XD has a wide variety of great specifications such as 16GB 2GB RAM with Qualcomm MSM8928 Snapdragon 400 (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 Kyocera DuraForce XD 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 Kyocera DuraForce XD?

The Kyocera DuraForce XD 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 Kyocera DuraForce XD support custom recovery (TWRP)?

Many Kyocera 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 Kyocera DuraForce XD void warranty?

Yes, rooting the Kyocera DuraForce XD will void the manufacturer warranty. However, you can unroot using the stock firmware to potentially restore warranty coverage.

What Android version does Kyocera DuraForce XD run?

Check the specifications section above for the current OS version and upgrade history of your Kyocera DuraForce XD.

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