SafeRooting
alcatel Hero 2
Alcatel

alcatel Hero 2

Released: 2014, September. Released 2014, SeptemberPrice: About 460 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 2.0 GHz Cortex-A7
GPUMali-450MP4
NFCYes
SIMMicro-SIM
USBmicroUSB 2.0
Size6.0 inches, 99.2 cm, 2, (~75.8% screen-to-body ratio)
TypeIPS LCD
WLANWi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct, DLNA, hotspot
BrandAlcatel
Modelalcatel Hero 2
PriceAbout 460 EUR
RadioStereo FM radio, RDS
SpeedHSPA 42.2/11.5 Mbps, LTE Cat4 150/50 Mbps
Video1080p@30fps
ColorsDark Gray
Models8030Y
Single5 MP
StatusDiscontinued
Weight175 g (6.17 oz)
ChipsetMediatek MT8392 (28 nm)
SensorsAccelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass
2G bandsGSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900 - 8030B, 8030Y
3G bandsHSDPA 850 / 900 / 1900 / 2100 - 8030B, 8030Y
4G bands1, 2, 3, 4, 7, 28 - 8030B
FeaturesLED flash, HDR, panorama
Internal16GB (12.9GB user available), 2GB RAM
Released2014, September. Released 2014, September
Stand-byUp to 500 h (2G) / Up to 380 h (3G)
Announced2014, September. Released 2014, September
Bluetooth4.0, A2DP
Card slotmicroSDHC (dedicated slot)
Talk timeUp to 15 h 30 min (2G) / Up to 10 h (3G)
3.5mm jackYes
Dimensions160.5 x 81.6 x 7.9 mm (6.32 x 3.21 x 0.31 in)
ProtectionAsahi Dragontrail Glass, oleophobic coating
Resolution1080 x 1920 pixels, 16:9 ratio (~367 ppi density)
TechnologyGSM / HSPA / LTE
LoudspeakerYes
PositioningGPS, GLONASS
Infrared portYes

alcatel Hero 2 Overview

About alcatel Hero 2 alcatel Hero 2 is a discontinued device from Alcatel's popular line of first class Android phones, released in the 2014. alcatel Hero 2 has a wide variety of great specifications such as 16GB (12.9GB user available), 2GB RAM with Mediatek MT8392 (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 Hero 2 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 Hero 2?

The alcatel Hero 2 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 Hero 2 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 Hero 2 void warranty?

Yes, rooting the alcatel Hero 2 will void the manufacturer warranty. However, you can unroot using the stock firmware to potentially restore warranty coverage.

What Android version does alcatel Hero 2 run?

Check the specifications section above for the current OS version and upgrade history of your alcatel Hero 2.