| Prices | Price (USD) | USD $130.00 USD |
|---|---|---|
| Official Price | Global About 340 EUR | |
| Network | Technology |
GSM / HSPA
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| Launch | Announced | 2012, July. Released 2012, August |
| Status | Discontinued | |
| Body | Dimensions | 120 x 60 x 11.3 mm (4.72 x 2.36 x 0.44 in) |
| Weight | 137 g (4.83 oz) | |
| SIM | Dual SIM (Mini-SIM, dual stand-by) | |
| Display | Type | IPS LCD |
| Size | 3.8 inches, 41.1 cm2 (~57.1% screen-to-body ratio) | |
| Resolution | 480 x 800 pixels, 5:3 ratio (~246 ppi density) | |
| Platform | OS | Android 2.3 (Gingerbread), upgradable to 4.0 (Ice Cream Sandwich) |
| Chipset | Qualcomm MSM7227A Snapdragon S1 | |
| CPU | 1.0 GHz Cortex-A5 | |
| GPU | Adreno 200 | |
| Memory | Card slot | microSDHC (dedicated slot) |
| Internal | 1GB 512MB RAM | |
| Main Camera | Single | 5 MP, AF |
| Features | LED flash | |
| Video | 480p@30fps | |
| Selfie camera | Single | VGA |
| Sound | Loudspeaker | Yes |
| 3.5mm jack | Yes | |
| Comms | WLAN | Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, hotspot |
| Bluetooth | 3.0, A2DP | |
| Positioning | GPS, A-GPS | |
| Radio | Stereo FM radio, RDS | |
| USB | microUSB 2.0 | |
| Features | Sensors | Accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass |
| Features |
MP3/AAC/WMA/WAV player DivX/XviD/MP4/H.264/WMV player Organizer Document viewer/editor Photo viewer/editor Voice memo/dial/commands Predictive text input (Swype) |
|
| Battery | Type | Removable Li-Ion 1600 mAh battery |
| Stand-by | Up to 550 h (2G) / Up to 500 h (3G) | |
| Talk time | Up to 20 h (2G) / Up to 10 h (3G) | |
| Misc | Colors | Black, White |
| Price | About 130 EUR |
Mini Review & Verdict
A smart summary of the BLU Elite 3.8
Advantages
- Convenient 3.5mm analog headphone port for zero-latency wired audio
Disadvantages
- Network capability is capped at 4G LTE speeds without native 5G bands
In real-world daily practice, the BLU Elite 3.8 immediately distinguishes itself through balanced ergonomics, tactile button feedback, and approachable pocketability within BLU's mobile lineup. The front panel features a vibrant responsive IPS LCD measuring 3.8 inches , ensuring that reading articles, streaming media, and navigating social feeds remain fluid, vibrant, and remarkably gentle on the eyes.
Everyday software responsiveness is driven by the capable Qualcomm MSM7227A Snapdragon S1. Routine app launches, web browsing sessions, and casual gaming are handled with dependable stability and efficient thermal behavior. For photography enthusiasts, the main camera setup—centered on a 5MP primary sensor—proves ready to document daily memories with lively color science, snappy shutter response, and commendable sharpness.
Power autonomy is reliably anchored by a 1600mAh battery unit, backed by standard charging speeds to comfortably see users through from morning commutes to late evening unwinding. In essence, the BLU Elite 3.8 strikes a sensible, well-rounded balance that nails fundamental smartphone essentials without unnecessary operational complexity.
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