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Micromax A116 Canvas HD
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Micromax A116 Canvas HD

Released: 2013, January. Released 2013, FebruaryPrice: About 230 EURStatus: Discontinued

Root Support Available

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

Full Specifications

OSAndroid 4.1.2 (Jelly Bean), upgradable to 4.2.1 (Jelly Bean)
CPUQuad-core 1.2 GHz Cortex-A7
GPUPowerVR SGX544
NFCNo
SIMDual SIM
USBmicroUSB 2.0, OTG
Size5.0 inches, 68.9 cm, 2, (~64.7% screen-to-body ratio)
TypeIPS LCD
WLANWi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, hotspot
BrandMicromax
ModelMicromax A116 Canvas HD
PriceAbout 230 EUR
RadioFM radio
SpeedHSPA 21.1/11.5 Mbps
Video320p
ColorsBlack, White
SAR EU0.47 W/kg (head) 0.41 W/kg (body)
Single2 MP
StatusDiscontinued
Weight156 g (5.50 oz)
ChipsetMediatek MT6589 (28 nm)
SensorsAccelerometer, gyro, proximity
2G bandsGSM 900 / 1800 - SIM 1 & SIM 2
3G bandsHSDPA 2100
FeaturesLED flash
Internal4GB (1.77GB user available), 1GB RAM
Released2013, January. Released 2013, February
Stand-byUp to 174 h
Announced2013, January. Released 2013, February
Bluetooth4.0, A2DP
Card slotmicroSDHC (dedicated slot)
Talk timeUp to 5 h
3.5mm jackYes
Dimensions144 x 74 x 10.7 mm (5.67 x 2.91 x 0.42 in)
ProtectionYes
Resolution720 x 1280 pixels, 16:9 ratio (~294 ppi density)
TechnologyGSM / HSPA
LoudspeakerYes
PositioningGPS

Micromax A116 Canvas HD Overview

About Micromax A116 Canvas HD Micromax A116 Canvas HD is a discontinued device from Micromax's popular line of first class Android phones, released in the 2013. Micromax A116 Canvas HD has a wide variety of great specifications such as 4GB (1.77GB user available), 1GB 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

Micromax A116 Canvas HD 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 A116 Canvas HD?

The Micromax A116 Canvas HD 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 A116 Canvas HD 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 A116 Canvas HD void warranty?

Yes, rooting the Micromax A116 Canvas HD will void the manufacturer warranty. However, you can unroot using the stock firmware to potentially restore warranty coverage.

What Android version does Micromax A116 Canvas HD run?

Check the specifications section above for the current OS version and upgrade history of your Micromax A116 Canvas HD.