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alcatel OT-988 Shockwave
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alcatel OT-988 Shockwave

Released: 2012, October. Released 2012, OctoberPrice: About 380 EURStatus: Discontinued

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Full Specifications

OSAndroid 2.3.5 (Gingerbread)
CPU800 MHz Cortex-A5
NFCNo
SIMMini-SIM
USBmicroUSB 2.0
Size3.5 inches, 36.5 cm, 2, (~46.1% screen-to-body ratio)
TypeTFT, 256K colors
WLANWi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, hotspot
BrandAlcatel
Modelalcatel OT-988 Shockwave
PriceAbout 380 EUR
RadioFM radio
SpeedEV-DO Rev.A 3.1 Mbps
VideoYes
ColorsBlack
Single3.15 MP
StatusDiscontinued
Weight155 g (5.47 oz)
SensorsAccelerometer, proximity
2G bandsCDMA 800 / 1900
3G bandsCDMA2000 1xEV-DO
Internal1GB 512MB RAM
Released2012, October. Released 2012, October
Stand-byUp to 396 h
Announced2012, October. Released 2012, October
BluetoothYes
Card slotmicroSDHC (dedicated slot), 2 GB included
Talk timeUp to 5 h
3.5mm jackYes
Dimensions119.9 x 66 x 13.7 mm (4.72 x 2.60 x 0.54 in)
Resolution320 x 480 pixels, 3:2 ratio (~165 ppi density)
TechnologyCDMA / EVDO
LoudspeakerYes
PositioningGPS

alcatel OT-988 Shockwave Overview

About alcatel OT-988 Shockwave alcatel OT-988 Shockwave is a discontinued device from Alcatel's popular line of first class Android phones, released in the 2012. alcatel OT-988 Shockwave has a wide variety of great specifications such as 1GB 512MB RAM , 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

A verified root guide for alcatel OT-988 Shockwave is not yet published. Avoid flashing files from unrelated device variants.

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 OT-988 Shockwave?

The alcatel OT-988 Shockwave 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 OT-988 Shockwave 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 OT-988 Shockwave void warranty?

Yes, rooting the alcatel OT-988 Shockwave will void the manufacturer warranty. However, you can unroot using the stock firmware to potentially restore warranty coverage.

What Android version does alcatel OT-988 Shockwave run?

Check the specifications section above for the current OS version and upgrade history of your alcatel OT-988 Shockwave.