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Philips S308
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Philips S308

Released: 2014, May. Released 2014, MayPrice: About 130 EURStatus: Discontinued

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General

Brand
Philips
Model
Philips S308
Released
2014, May. Released 2014, May
Status
Discontinued
Price
About 130 EUR
OS
Android 4.2 (Jelly Bean)
Dimensions
126 x 64.5 x 9.7 mm (4.96 x 2.54 x 0.38 in)
Weight
125 g (4.41 oz)
SIM
Dual SIM

Display

Type
TFT
Size
4.0 inches, 45.5 cm, 2, (~56.0% screen-to-body ratio)
Resolution
480 x 800 pixels, 5:3 ratio (~233 ppi density)

Performance

CPU
Dual-core 1.0 GHz
Internal
4GB 512MB RAM
Card slot
microSDHC (dedicated slot)

Camera

Single
5 MP
Features
LED flash
Video
Yes

Network

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

Connectivity

WLAN
Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g
Bluetooth
3.0, A2DP
Positioning
GPS
NFC
No
Radio
No
USB
microUSB 2.0
3.5mm jack
Yes

Sensors

Sensors
Accelerometer

Other

Colors
Black, Black/Red, Black/White, Black/Yellow, Black/Gray
Stand-by
Up to 700 h
Announced
2014, May. Released 2014, May
Talk time
Up to 9 h 30 min
Loudspeaker
Yes

Philips S308 Overview

About Philips S308 Philips S308 is a discontinued device from Philips's popular line of first class Android phones, released in the 2014. Philips S308 has a wide variety of great specifications such as 4GB 512MB RAM , 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 Philips S308 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 Philips S308?

The Philips S308 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 Philips S308 support custom recovery (TWRP)?

Many Philips 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 Philips S308 void warranty?

Yes, rooting the Philips S308 will void the manufacturer warranty. However, you can unroot using the stock firmware to potentially restore warranty coverage.

What Android version does Philips S308 run?

Check the specifications section above for the current OS version and upgrade history of your Philips S308.

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