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Micromax A290 Canvas Knight Cameo
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Micromax A290 Canvas Knight Cameo

Released: 2014, September. Released 2014, SeptemberPrice: About 150 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)
CPUOcta-core 1.4 GHz Cortex-A7
GPUMali-450MP4
NFCNo
SIMDual SIM
USBmicroUSB 2.0
Size4.7 inches, 60.9 cm, 2, (~65.4% screen-to-body ratio)
TypeIPS LCD
WLANWi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, hotspot
BrandMicromax
ModelMicromax A290 Canvas Knight Cameo
PriceAbout 150 EUR
RadioFM radio
SpeedHSPA 21.1/5.76 Mbps
Video720p
ColorsPure Black, Black/Gold, White/Gold
Single5 MP
StatusDiscontinued
Weight123 g (4.34 oz)
ChipsetMediatek MT6592M (28 nm)
SensorsAccelerometer, proximity, compass
2G bandsGSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900 - SIM 1 & SIM 2
3G bandsHSDPA 900 / 2100
FeaturesLED flash, panorama
Internal8GB 1GB RAM
Released2014, September. Released 2014, September
Stand-byUp to 180 h
Announced2014, September. Released 2014, September
Bluetooth4.0, A2DP
Card slotmicroSDHC
Talk timeUp to 7 h
3.5mm jackYes
Dimensions137 x 68 x 8 mm (5.39 x 2.68 x 0.31 in)
Resolution720 x 1280 pixels, 16:9 ratio (~312 ppi density)
TechnologyGSM / HSPA
LoudspeakerYes
PositioningGPS

Micromax A290 Canvas Knight Cameo Overview

About Micromax A290 Canvas Knight Cameo Micromax A290 Canvas Knight Cameo is a discontinued device from Micromax's popular line of first class Android phones, released in the 2014. Micromax A290 Canvas Knight Cameo has a wide variety of great specifications such as 8GB 1GB RAM with Mediatek MT6592M (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

Micromax A290 Canvas Knight Cameo 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 Micromax A290 Canvas Knight Cameo?

The Micromax A290 Canvas Knight Cameo 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 Micromax A290 Canvas Knight Cameo support custom recovery (TWRP)?

Many Micromax 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 Micromax A290 Canvas Knight Cameo void warranty?

Yes, rooting the Micromax A290 Canvas Knight Cameo will void the manufacturer warranty. However, you can unroot using the stock firmware to potentially restore warranty coverage.

What Android version does Micromax A290 Canvas Knight Cameo run?

Check the specifications section above for the current OS version and upgrade history of your Micromax A290 Canvas Knight Cameo.