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Sharp Aquos R2
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Sharp Aquos R2

Released: 2018, MayPrice: About 350 EURStatus: Available. Released 2018, May

Root Support Available

Bootloader unlock, Magisk root, recovery notes, and expert support are available for this device family.

Full Specifications

OSAndroid 8.0 (Oreo), upgradable to Android 10
CPUOcta-core (4x2.6 GHz Kryo 385 Gold & 4x1.7 GHz Kryo 385 Silver)
GPUAdreno 630
NFCYes
SIMNano-SIM + Nano-SIM
USBUSB Type-C 2.0
Dual22.6 MP, PDAF, 16.3 MP, PDAF (for video recording only)
Size6.0 inches, 89.9 cm, 2, (~77.8% screen-to-body ratio)
TypeIGZO IPS LCD
WLANWi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct
BrandSharp
ModelSharp Aquos R2
PriceAbout 350 EUR
RadioNo
SpeedHSPA, LTE
VideoN/A
ColorsBlack, White
Models706SH, SHV42
Single16.3 MP
StatusAvailable. Released 2018, May
Weight181 g (6.38 oz)
ChipsetQualcomm SDM845 Snapdragon 845 (10 nm)
SensorsFingerprint (front-mounted), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass
2G bandsGSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900
3G bandsHSDPA 850 / 900 / 1900 / 2100
4G bands1, 3, 5, 8, 11, 12, 17, 19, 26, 28, 41, 42
Charging10W wired
FeaturesLED flash, HDR, panorama
Internal64GB 4GB RAM
Released2018, May
Announced2018, May
Bluetooth5.0, A2DP, LE
Card slotmicroSDXC (uses shared SIM slot)
3.5mm jackYes
Dimensions156 x 74 x 9 mm (6.14 x 2.91 x 0.35 in)
Resolution1440 x 3040 pixels, 19:9 ratio (~561 ppi density)
TechnologyGSM / CDMA / HSPA / LTE
LoudspeakerYes
PositioningGPS, GLONASS

Sharp Aquos R2 Overview

About Sharp Aquos R2 Sharp Aquos R2 is another flagship from Sharp's popular line of first class Android phones, released in the 2018. Sharp Aquos R2 has a wide variety of great specifications such as 64GB 4GB RAM with Qualcomm SDM845 Snapdragon 845 (10 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

Sharp Aquos R2 can generally be rooted with a bootloader unlock and Magisk patched boot image workflow. Always match firmware build numbers before flashing.

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.

FAQ

Can I root the Sharp Aquos R2?

The Sharp Aquos R2 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 Sharp Aquos R2 support custom recovery (TWRP)?

Many Sharp 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 Sharp Aquos R2 void warranty?

Yes, rooting the Sharp Aquos R2 will void the manufacturer warranty. However, you can unroot using the stock firmware to potentially restore warranty coverage.

What Android version does Sharp Aquos R2 run?

Check the specifications section above for the current OS version and upgrade history of your Sharp Aquos R2.