BLU Life Play
$70
Overview
BLU Life Play is a budget Android smartphone released in 2013 with a 4.7-inch IPS LCD, Mediatek MT6589 (28 nm) chipset, 8 main camera, and 1800 mAh battery.
Priced at $70, it targets users seeking budget performance.
Specifications of BLU Life Play
The display of BLU Life Play measures 4.7 inches with IPS LCD technology. Peak brightness reaches 350 nits for excellent outdoor visibility. The screen renders at 720x1280 pixels resolution.
The camera system of BLU Life Play features 1 rear cameras: 8 main. Video recording supports up to 1080p.
The battery of BLU Life Play has 1800mAh capacity with 5 wired charging. A full charge takes approximately 240 min minutes.
The performance of BLU Life Play is powered by the Mediatek MT6589 (28 nm) chipset with PowerVR SGX544 GPU. AnTuTu benchmark achieves 15000.
The memory of BLU Life Play offers 1GB RAM with 4GB storage options. RAM uses DDR3 technology. Storage is 4GB 1GB RAM.
The connectivity of BLU Life Play includes Wi-Fi Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, Wi-Fi Direct, hotspot, and Bluetooth 4.0.
The build of BLU Life Play weighs 125.0g with Plastic frame and Glossy plastic back. Dimensions measure 137 x 68.4 x 7.9 mm.
The software of BLU Life Play runs Android 4.2 (Jelly Bean) with Stock Android.
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Frequently Asked Questions about BLU Life Play
BLU Life Play has a 8 camera suitable for casual photography. For professional photography, consider phones with higher-resolution sensors.
BLU Life Play with Mediatek MT6589 (28 nm) can handle casual gaming. For intensive gaming, consider phones with flagship chipsets.
BLU Life Play has a 1800mAh battery. Battery life varies based on usage patterns.
BLU Life Play at $70 is a budget device. It's worth buying if you prioritize affordability over premium features.
BLU Life Play supports 5 wired charging with full charge in approximately 240 min minutes.
BLU Life Play is available in 4GB storage options. Storage is not expandable, so choose your capacity based on your needs.
BLU Life Play has a 4.7-inch IPS LCD with 60Hz refresh rate and 350 nits peak brightness. HDR support includes No.
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Verdict
The BLU Life Play delivers practical value for users prioritizing affordability over premium features. Pick this phone for essential smartphone functionality, if you prioritize affordability while still needing core features.
Key Specifications
Display
4.7"
Main Camera
8
Chipset
Mediatek MT6589 (28 nm)
Full Specifications
Network
| Technology | GSM / HSPA |
| 2G Bands | GSM / |
| 3G Bands | HSDPA 850 / 1900 - L100a |
| 4G LTE Bands | N/A |
| 5G Sub-6 Bands | N/A |
| 5G mmWave Bands | N/A |
| Speed | N/A |
| Carrier Aggregation | |
| SIM | Micro-SIM |
| Dual SIM Mode | Dual SIM |
| eSIM Support | |
| VoLTE Support | N/A |
| VoWiFi | N/A |
| NR CA Support |
Launch
| Announced | 2013 |
| Status | Discontinued |
| Availability | N/A |
| Model Variants | N/A |
| Launch Price | $180 |
Body & Design
| Dimensions (mm) | 137 x 68.4 x 7.9 mm |
| Weight (g) | 125.0 |
| Build Materials | Plastic |
| Frame | Plastic |
| Back Finish | Glossy plastic |
| Colors | ["Black", "White"] |
| IP Rating | N/A |
| Rugged Certifications | |
| Ingress Gaskets | N/A |
| Form Factor | Bar |
| Hinge Type | N/A |
| Folded Dimensions | |
| Thermal Solution | Passive |
| Notification/Alert | |
| Haptics | Basic |
Display
| Panel Type | IPS LCD |
| Size (inches) | 4.7 |
| Resolution (px) | 720x1280 pixels |
| Aspect Ratio | 9:16 |
| Pixel Density (ppi) | 220 |
| Screen-to-body Ratio (%) | 65.0 |
| Refresh Rate (Hz) | 60 |
| Adaptive Refresh Rate | |
| Touch Sampling Rate (Hz) | 60 |
| Peak Brightness (nits) | 350 |
| HDR Standards | |
| Color Gamut | sRGB |
| Color Depth | 24 |
| PWM Dimming (Hz) | N/A |
| Glass Protection | N/A |
| Oleophobic Coating | N/A |
| Curvature | Flat |
| Always-on Display | |
| Display Driver IC | N/A |
| Cover Display |
Platform (SoC)
| OS at Launch | Android 4.2 (Jelly Bean) |
| Update Policy | N/A |
| Chipset | Mediatek MT6589 (28 nm) |
| CPU | Quad-core 1.2 GHz Cortex-A7 |
| GPU | PowerVR SGX544 |
| NPU/AI TOPs | N/A |
| ISP Features | Basic |
| Modem | Mediatek MT6589 |
| Wi-Fi/Bluetooth Chip | N/A |
| Throttling Behavior | N/A |
| Geekbench Single-Core | N/A |
| Geekbench Multi-Core | N/A |
| AnTuTu Score | 15000 |
| 3DMark Scores | N/A |
Memory & Storage
| RAM | 1GB |
| RAM Type | DDR3 |
| Storage | 4GB |
| Storage Type | 4GB 1GB RAM |
| Storage Speed | eMMC 4.5 |
| Expandable Storage | microSDHC (dedicated slot) |
| Slot Type | microSD |
| USB OTG | |
| Filesystem Encryption |
Main Camera System
| Rear Cameras | 1 |
| Main Sensor | 8 |
| Main Sensor Size | 1/3.2" |
| Main Sensor Model | Sony IMX219 |
| Main Lens | f/2.2, 28mm |
| OIS | |
| Autofocus | AF |
| Pixel Binning | |
| Ultrawide | N/A |
| Telephoto | N/A |
| Macro | N/A |
| Depth/ToF/LiDAR | |
| Flicker/Color Sensors | N/A |
| Flash | LED |
| Video Resolution | 1080p |
| HDR/Dolby Vision Video | |
| Video Codecs | H.264 |
| Slow Motion | |
| Video Stabilization | |
| Night Mode Features | |
| RAW/Pro Controls | N/A |
Selfie Camera
| Resolution | 2 |
| Sensor Size | 1/4" |
| Aperture | f/2.8 |
| AF/OIS | |
| Secondary Front Cam | |
| Front Flash | |
| Video | 720p |
| HDR/Dolby Vision | N/A |
| Face Unlock | Software |
Audio
| Loudspeakers | |
| 3.5mm Jack | |
| Hi-Res Audio | |
| Spatial Audio / Dolby Atmos | |
| Microphones | 1 |
| Bluetooth Codecs | aac |
| DAC/Amp |
Connectivity
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, Wi-Fi Direct, hotspot |
| Wi-Fi Features | Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, Wi-Fi Direct, hotspot |
| Bluetooth | 4.0 |
| NFC | |
| IR Blaster | |
| UWB | N/A |
| Positioning | GPS |
| Dual-Band GNSS | |
| FM Radio | |
| USB | Micro-USB |
| Display Out | |
| eSIM Capacity |
Sensors
| Fingerprint Sensor | N/A |
| 3D Face ID | N/A |
| Accelerometer | |
| Gyroscope | |
| Magnetometer | |
| Proximity Sensor | |
| Ambient Light | |
| Barometer | |
| Thermo/Hygrometer | N/A |
| UV Sensor | N/A |
| Hall Sensor | |
| Color Temp Sensor | |
| Health Sensors | |
| Satellite SOS |
Battery & Charging
| Capacity (mAh) | 1800 |
| Type | Li-Ion |
| Removable | |
| Endurance Rating | N/A |
| Wired Charging | 5 |
| Wired Standard | 5V/1A |
| 0-50% Time (mins) | 120 min |
| Full Charge Time | 240 min |
| Wireless Charging | N/A |
| Wireless Standard | N/A |
| Reverse Wireless | N/A |
| Reverse Wired | |
| Charger in Box | 5W |
| Battery Health Features | Basic |
Software
| OS at Launch | Android 4.2 (Jelly Bean) |
| Update Window | N/A |
| UI Skin / Launcher | Stock Android |
| Feature Drops | N/A |
| App Cloning | N/A |
| Game Mode | |
| Privacy Features | Basic |
| Accessibility | Basic |
| Satellite Messaging UI |
Miscellaneous
| In-Box Contents | Phone, charger, USB cable, manual |
| Recycled Materials (%) | N/A |
| Repairability Score | N/A |
| Warranty | N/A |
Reviews & Ratings
186 ratings
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Alex R.
2 weeks ago
Absolutely love the camera on this phone! The zoom is incredible and the photos are so crisp. Battery life is also a huge plus.
Ben C.
1 month ago
Great performance and beautiful display. My only complaint is that it feels a bit heavy, but you get used to it. Solid phone overall.
Chloe D.
3 months ago
The best phone I've ever owned. It's fast, the software is clean, and the build quality is top-notch. Highly recommend!