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Philips W8578
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Philips W8578

Released: 2014, April. Released 2014, AprilStatus: Discontinued

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Full Specifications

OSAndroid 4.2 (Jelly Bean)
NFCNo
SIMDual SIM
USBmicroUSB 2.0
Size3.5 inches, 34.9 cm, 2, (~50.1% screen-to-body ratio)
TypeTFT, 256K colors
WLANWi-Fi 802.11 b/g
BrandPhilips
ModelPhilips W8578
RadioFM radio
SpeedHSPA 3.6/0.384 Mbps
VideoYes
ColorsBlack
Single5 MP
StatusDiscontinued
Weight217 g (7.65 oz)
SensorsAccelerometer
2G bandsGSM 900 / 1800 / 1900 - SIM 1 & SIM 2
3G bandsHSDPA 900 / 2100
FeaturesLED flash
Internal512MB 256MB RAM
Released2014, April. Released 2014, April
Stand-byUp to 850 h
Announced2014, April. Released 2014, April
Bluetooth2.1, EDR
Card slotmicroSDHC (dedicated slot)
Talk timeUp to 9 h
3.5mm jackYes
Dimensions116 x 60 x 21 mm (4.57 x 2.36 x 0.83 in)
Resolution480 x 800 pixels, 5:3 ratio (~267 ppi density)
TechnologyGSM / HSPA
LoudspeakerYes
PositioningNo

Philips W8578 Overview

About Philips W8578 Philips W8578 is a discontinued device from Philips's popular line of first class Android phones, released in the 2014. Philips W8578 has a wide variety of great specifications such as 512MB 256MB 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 W8578 is not yet published. Avoid flashing files from unrelated device 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.

FAQ

Can I root the Philips W8578?

The Philips W8578 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 W8578 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 W8578 void warranty?

Yes, rooting the Philips W8578 will void the manufacturer warranty. However, you can unroot using the stock firmware to potentially restore warranty coverage.

What Android version does Philips W8578 run?

Check the specifications section above for the current OS version and upgrade history of your Philips W8578.