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alcatel Idol 4
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alcatel Idol 4

Released: 2016, February. Released 2016, JunePrice: About 200 EURStatus: Discontinued

Root Support Available

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

Full Specifications

OSAndroid 6.0.1 (Marshmallow)
CPUOcta-core (4x1.7 GHz Cortex-A53 & 4x1.2 GHz Cortex-A53)
GPUAdreno 405
NFCYes
SIMNano-SIM + Nano-SIM (6055K, 6055I)
USBmicroUSB 2.0, OTG
Size5.2 inches, 74.5 cm, 2, (~69.9% screen-to-body ratio)
TypeIPS LCD
WLANWi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct
BrandAlcatel
Modelalcatel Idol 4
PriceAbout 200 EUR
RadioFM radio, RDS
SpeedHSPA 42.2/5.76 Mbps, LTE Cat4 150/50 Mbps or LTE (2CA) Cat6 300/50 Mbps
Video1080p@30fps
ColorsGold, Dark Gray, Rose Gold, Metal Silver
Models6055K, 6055P, 6055B, 6055U, 6055I, 6055H, 6055Y
Single8 MP
StatusDiscontinued
Weight135 g (4.76 oz)
ChipsetQualcomm MSM8952 Snapdragon 617 (28 nm)
SensorsAccelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass
2G bandsGSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900 - SIM 1 & SIM 2 (optional)
3G bandsHSDPA 850 / 900 / 1900 / 2100 - 6055Y, 6055K, 6055B, 6055I
4G bands1, 3, 7, 8, 20, 28 - 6055K
Charging18W wired, QC2
FeaturesLED flash
Internal16GB 2GB RAM (6055Y,6055K), 16GB 3GB RAM (6055B,6055H,6055I)
Released2016, February. Released 2016, June
Stand-byUp to 520 h (2G) / Up to 520 h (3G)
Announced2016, February. Released 2016, June
Bluetooth4.2, A2DP, LE
Card slotmicroSDXC (uses shared SIM slot)
Talk timeUp to 15 h (2G) / Up to 15 h (3G)
3.5mm jackYes
Dimensions147 x 72.5 x 7.1 mm (5.79 x 2.85 x 0.28 in)
Resolution1080 x 1920 pixels, 16:9 ratio (~424 ppi density)
TechnologyGSM / HSPA / LTE
LoudspeakerYes, with stereo speakers
PositioningGPS

alcatel Idol 4 Overview

About alcatel Idol 4 alcatel Idol 4 is a discontinued device from Alcatel's popular line of first class Android phones, released in the 2016. alcatel Idol 4 has a wide variety of great specifications such as 16GB 2GB RAM (6055Y,6055K), 16GB 3GB RAM (6055B,6055H,6055I) with Qualcomm MSM8952 Snapdragon 617 (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

alcatel Idol 4 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 alcatel Idol 4?

The alcatel Idol 4 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 alcatel Idol 4 support custom recovery (TWRP)?

Many Alcatel 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 alcatel Idol 4 void warranty?

Yes, rooting the alcatel Idol 4 will void the manufacturer warranty. However, you can unroot using the stock firmware to potentially restore warranty coverage.

What Android version does alcatel Idol 4 run?

Check the specifications section above for the current OS version and upgrade history of your alcatel Idol 4.