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BLU Elite 3.8
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BLU Elite 3.8

Released: 2012, July. Released 2012, AugustPrice: About 130 EURStatus: Discontinued

Root Support Available

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

Full Specifications

OSAndroid 2.3 (Gingerbread), upgradable to 4.0 (Ice Cream Sandwich)
CPU1.0 GHz Cortex-A5
GPUAdreno 200
SIMDual SIM (Mini-SIM, dual stand-by)
USBmicroUSB 2.0
Size3.8 inches, 41.1 cm, 2, (~57.1% screen-to-body ratio)
TypeIPS LCD
WLANWi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, hotspot
BrandBLU
ModelBLU Elite 3.8
PriceAbout 130 EUR
RadioStereo FM radio, RDS
SpeedHSPA 7.2/5.76 Mbps
VideoN/A
ColorsBlack, White
SingleVGA
StatusDiscontinued
Weight137 g (4.83 oz)
ChipsetQualcomm MSM7227A Snapdragon S1
SensorsAccelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass
2G bandsGSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900 - SIM 1 & SIM 2
3G bandsHSDPA 850 / 1900 - D430a
FeaturesLED flash
Internal1GB 512MB RAM
Released2012, July. Released 2012, August
Stand-byUp to 550 h (2G) / Up to 500 h (3G)
Announced2012, July. Released 2012, August
Bluetooth3.0, A2DP
Card slotmicroSDHC (dedicated slot)
Talk timeUp to 20 h (2G) / Up to 10 h (3G)
3.5mm jackYes
Dimensions120 x 60 x 11.3 mm (4.72 x 2.36 x 0.44 in)
Resolution480 x 800 pixels, 5:3 ratio (~246 ppi density)
TechnologyGSM / HSPA
LoudspeakerYes
PositioningGPS, A-GPS

BLU Elite 3.8 Overview

About BLU Elite 3.8 BLU Elite 3.8 is a discontinued device from BLU's popular line of first class Android phones, released in the 2012. BLU Elite 3.8 has a wide variety of great specifications such as 1GB 512MB RAM with Qualcomm MSM7227A Snapdragon S1 , 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

BLU Elite 3.8 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 BLU Elite 3.8?

The BLU Elite 3.8 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 BLU Elite 3.8 support custom recovery (TWRP)?

Many BLU 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 BLU Elite 3.8 void warranty?

Yes, rooting the BLU Elite 3.8 will void the manufacturer warranty. However, you can unroot using the stock firmware to potentially restore warranty coverage.

What Android version does BLU Elite 3.8 run?

Check the specifications section above for the current OS version and upgrade history of your BLU Elite 3.8.