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Vertu Aster
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Vertu Aster

Released: 2014, October. Released 2014, DecemberPrice: About 5440 EURStatus: Discontinued

Root Support Available

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

Full Specifications

OSAndroid 4.4.2 (KitKat)
CPUQuad-core 2.3 GHz Krait 400
GPUAdreno 330
NFCYes
SIMNano-SIM
USBmicroUSB 2.0, OTG
Size4.7 inches, 59.9 cm, 2, (~60.5% screen-to-body ratio)
TypeSapphire crystal glass
WLANWi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct, hotspot
BrandVertu
ModelVertu Aster
PriceAbout 5440 EUR
RadioNo
SpeedHSPA 42.2/5.76 Mbps, LTE Cat4 150/50 Mbps
VideoN/A
ColorsOnyx Calf, Lagoon Calf, Blush Calf, Caviar Karung, Tangerine Karung, Raspberry Ostrich, Cognac Ostrich
Single2.1 MP
StatusDiscontinued
Weight193 g (6.81 oz)
ChipsetQualcomm Snapdragon 801 (28 nm)
SensorsAccelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass
2G bandsGSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900
3G bandsHSDPA 850 / 900 / 1700 / 1900 / 2100
4G bands1, 5, 7, 8, 17, 20, 25
ChargingWireless (Qi)
FeaturesDual-LED flash
Internal64GB 2GB RAM
Released2014, October. Released 2014, December
Stand-byUp to 380 h (3G)
Announced2014, October. Released 2014, December
Bluetooth4.0, A2DP, aptX, LE
Card slotNo
Talk timeUp to 15 h 30 min (3G)
3.5mm jackYes
Dimensions143.4 x 69 x 11.2 mm (5.65 x 2.72 x 0.44 in)
ProtectionSapphire crystal glass, oleophobic coating
Resolution1080 x 1920 pixels, 16:9 ratio (~473 ppi density)
TechnologyGSM / HSPA / LTE
LoudspeakerYes, with stereo speakers
PositioningGPS, GLONASS

Vertu Aster Overview

About Vertu Aster Vertu Aster is a discontinued device from Vertu's popular line of first class Android phones, released in the 2014. Vertu Aster has a wide variety of great specifications such as 64GB 2GB RAM with Qualcomm Snapdragon 801 (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

Vertu Aster 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 Vertu Aster?

The Vertu Aster 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 Vertu Aster support custom recovery (TWRP)?

Many Vertu 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 Vertu Aster void warranty?

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

What Android version does Vertu Aster run?

Check the specifications section above for the current OS version and upgrade history of your Vertu Aster.