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Gigabyte GSmart Rio R1
Gigabyte GSmart

Gigabyte GSmart Rio R1

Released: 2013, April. Released 2013, AprilPrice: 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 4.0 (Ice Cream Sandwich)
CPUDual-core 1.0 GHz Cortex-A5
GPUAdreno 203
NFCNo
SIMDual SIM (Mini-SIM, dual stand-by)
USBmicroUSB 2.0
EDGEYes
GPRSYes
Size4.0 inches, 45.5 cm, 2, (~57.5% screen-to-body ratio)
TypeIPS LCD
WLANWi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, Wi-Fi Direct, hotspot
BrandGigabyte GSmart
ModelGigabyte GSmart Rio R1
PriceAbout 150 EUR
RadioNo
SpeedHSPA 7.2/0.384 Mbps
VideoN/A
ColorsBlack, Black/White, Black/Blue, Black/Pink, Black/Yellow
SAR EU0.58 W/kg (head)
SingleVGA
StatusDiscontinued
Weight130.5 g (4.59 oz)
ChipsetQualcomm MSM8225 Snapdragon S4 Play
SensorsAccelerometer, proximity
2G bandsGSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900 - SIM 1 & SIM 2
3G bandsHSDPA
FeaturesLED flash
Internal4GB 512MB RAM
Released2013, April. Released 2013, April
Stand-byUp to 135 h
Announced2013, April. Released 2013, April
Bluetooth3.0
Card slotmicroSDHC (dedicated slot)
Talk timeUp to 5 h
3.5mm jackYes
Dimensions124.2 x 63.8 x 10.5 mm (4.89 x 2.51 x 0.41 in)
Resolution480 x 800 pixels, 5:3 ratio (~233 ppi density)
TechnologyGSM / HSPA
LoudspeakerYes
PositioningGPS

Gigabyte GSmart Rio R1 Overview

About Gigabyte GSmart Rio R1 Gigabyte GSmart Rio R1 is a discontinued device from Gigabyte GSmart's popular line of first class Android phones, released in the 2013. Gigabyte GSmart Rio R1 has a wide variety of great specifications such as 4GB 512MB RAM with Qualcomm MSM8225 Snapdragon S4 Play , 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

Gigabyte GSmart Rio R1 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 Gigabyte GSmart Rio R1?

The Gigabyte GSmart Rio R1 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 Gigabyte GSmart Rio R1 support custom recovery (TWRP)?

Many Gigabyte GSmart 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 Gigabyte GSmart Rio R1 void warranty?

Yes, rooting the Gigabyte GSmart Rio R1 will void the manufacturer warranty. However, you can unroot using the stock firmware to potentially restore warranty coverage.

What Android version does Gigabyte GSmart Rio R1 run?

Check the specifications section above for the current OS version and upgrade history of your Gigabyte GSmart Rio R1.