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HP 8
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HP 8

Released: 2014, February. Released 2014, MarchPrice: About 120 EURStatus: Discontinued

Root Support Available

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

Full Specifications

OSAndroid 4.2.2 (Jelly Bean)
CPUQuad-core 1.0 GHz Cortex-A7
NFCNo
SIMNo
USBmicroUSB 2.0
EDGENo
GPRSNo
Size7.85 inches, 190.8 cm, 2, (~69.9% screen-to-body ratio)
TypeIPS LCD
WLANWi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n
BrandHP
ModelHP 8
PriceAbout 120 EUR
RadioNo
VideoN/A
ColorsSilver
SingleVGA
StatusDiscontinued
Weight313 g (11.04 oz)
ChipsetAllwinner A31
SensorsAccelerometer, gyro
2G bandsN/A
Internal16GB 1GB RAM
Released2014, February. Released 2014, March
Announced2014, February. Released 2014, March
Bluetooth4.0, A2DP
Card slotmicroSDHC (dedicated slot)
Talk timeUp to 7 h (multimedia)
3.5mm jackYes
Dimensions200.3 x 136.3 x 8 mm (7.89 x 5.37 x 0.31 in)
Resolution768 x 1024 pixels, 4:3 ratio (~163 ppi density)
TechnologyNo cellular connectivity
LoudspeakerYes, with stereo speakers
PositioningNo

HP 8 Overview

About HP 8 HP 8 is a discontinued device from HP's popular line of first class Android phones, released in the 2014. HP 8 has a wide variety of great specifications such as 16GB 1GB RAM with Allwinner A31 , 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

HP 8 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 HP 8?

The HP 8 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 HP 8 support custom recovery (TWRP)?

Many HP 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 HP 8 void warranty?

Yes, rooting the HP 8 will void the manufacturer warranty. However, you can unroot using the stock firmware to potentially restore warranty coverage.

What Android version does HP 8 run?

Check the specifications section above for the current OS version and upgrade history of your HP 8.