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Philips W8560
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Philips W8560

Released: 2013, September. Released 2013, OctoberStatus: Discontinued

Root Support Available

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

Full Specifications

OSAndroid 4.2 (Jelly Bean)
CPUQuad-core 1.5 GHz Cortex-A7
GPUPowerVR SGX544
NFCNo
SIMDual SIM (Mini-SIM, dual stand-by)
USBmicroUSB 2.0
Size5.0 inches, 68.9 cm, 2, (~65.6% screen-to-body ratio)
TypeTFT
WLANWi-Fi 802.11 b/g
BrandPhilips
ModelPhilips W8560
RadioNo
SpeedHSPA 21.1/11.5 Mbps
VideoN/A
ColorsBlack
Single1.3 MP
StatusDiscontinued
Weight158 g (5.57 oz)
ChipsetMediatek MT6589 (28 nm)
SensorsAccelerometer, proximity
2G bandsGSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900 - SIM 1 & SIM 2
3G bandsHSDPA 900 / 2100
FeaturesLED flash
Internal32GB 2GB RAM
Released2013, September. Released 2013, October
Stand-byUp to 720 h
Announced2013, September. Released 2013, October
Bluetooth4.0, A2DP, LE
Card slotmicroSDHC (dedicated slot)
Talk timeUp to 18 h
3.5mm jackYes
Dimensions144 x 73 x 10 mm (5.67 x 2.87 x 0.39 in)
Resolution1080 x 1920 pixels, 16:9 ratio (~441 ppi density)
TechnologyGSM / HSPA
LoudspeakerYes
PositioningGPS

Philips W8560 Overview

About Philips W8560 Philips W8560 is a discontinued device from Philips's popular line of first class Android phones, released in the 2013. Philips W8560 has a wide variety of great specifications such as 32GB 2GB RAM with Mediatek MT6589 (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

Philips W8560 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 Philips W8560?

The Philips W8560 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 W8560 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 W8560 void warranty?

Yes, rooting the Philips W8560 will void the manufacturer warranty. However, you can unroot using the stock firmware to potentially restore warranty coverage.

What Android version does Philips W8560 run?

Check the specifications section above for the current OS version and upgrade history of your Philips W8560.