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alcatel OT-997
Alcatel

alcatel OT-997

Released: 2012, August. Released 2012, SeptemberPrice: About 250 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-A9
GPUPowerVR SGX531u
NFCNo
SAR0.50 W/kg (head) 0.74 W/kg (body)
SIMMini-SIM
USBmicroUSB 2.0
Size4.3 inches, 52.6 cm, 2, (~59.6% screen-to-body ratio)
TypeTFT
WLANWi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, hotspot
BrandAlcatel
Modelalcatel OT-997
PriceAbout 250 EUR
RadioStereo FM radio, RDS
SpeedHSPA 7.2/5.76 Mbps
VideoN/A
ColorsArdesia, White, Dark Red, Orange
SAR EU0.50 W/kg (head) 0.74 W/kg (body)
SingleVGA
StatusDiscontinued
Weight143 g (5.04 oz)
ChipsetMediatek MT6577 (40 nm)
SensorsAccelerometer, proximity, compass
2G bandsGSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900
3G bandsHSDPA 900 / 2100
FeaturesLED flash
Internal4GB 1GB RAM
Released2012, August. Released 2012, September
Stand-byUp to 400 h (2G) / Up to 350 h (3G)
Announced2012, August. Released 2012, September
Bluetooth4.0, A2DP
Card slotmicroSDHC (dedicated slot)
Talk timeUp to 16 h (2G) / Up to 8 h 30 min (3G)
3.5mm jackYes
Dimensions129.8 x 68 x 11 mm (5.11 x 2.68 x 0.43 in)
ProtectionOleophobic coating
Resolution480 x 800 pixels, 5:3 ratio (~217 ppi density)
TechnologyGSM / HSPA
LoudspeakerYes
PositioningGPS

alcatel OT-997 Overview

About alcatel OT-997 alcatel OT-997 is a discontinued device from Alcatel's popular line of first class Android phones, released in the 2012. alcatel OT-997 has a wide variety of great specifications such as 4GB 1GB RAM with Mediatek MT6577 (40 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

alcatel OT-997 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 alcatel OT-997?

The alcatel OT-997 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-997 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-997 void warranty?

Yes, rooting the alcatel OT-997 will void the manufacturer warranty. However, you can unroot using the stock firmware to potentially restore warranty coverage.

What Android version does alcatel OT-997 run?

Check the specifications section above for the current OS version and upgrade history of your alcatel OT-997.