BLU Life View Tab
$75
Overview
BLU Life View Tab is a budget Android smartphone released in 2014 with a 8-inch IPS LCD, Snapdragon 680 chipset, 5 main camera, and 4500 mAh battery.
Priced at $75, it targets users seeking budget performance.
Specifications of BLU Life View Tab
The display of BLU Life View Tab measures 8 inches with IPS LCD technology. Peak brightness reaches 300 nits for excellent outdoor visibility. The screen renders at 768x1024 pixels resolution.
The camera system of BLU Life View Tab features 1 rear cameras: 5 main. Video recording supports up to 1080p.
The battery of BLU Life View Tab has 4500mAh capacity with 20 wired charging. A full charge takes approximately 240 min minutes.
The performance of BLU Life View Tab is powered by the Snapdragon 680 chipset with Adreno 610 GPU. Geekbench scores reach 300 single-core and 1100 multi-core. AnTuTu benchmark achieves 250000.
The memory of BLU Life View Tab offers 1GB RAM with 8GB storage options. RAM uses LPDDR4X RAM technology. Storage is UFS Storage 2.1.
The connectivity of BLU Life View Tab includes Wi-Fi Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, Wi-Fi Direct, hotspot, and Bluetooth 4.0.
The build of BLU Life View Tab weighs 465g with Plastic frame and Plastic back. Dimensions measure 205 x 138.2 x 9 mm.
The software of BLU Life View Tab runs Android 4.2 (Jelly Bean) with Stock Android. Software support extends 1 years through 2027.
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Frequently Asked Questions about BLU Life View Tab
BLU Life View Tab has a 5 camera suitable for casual photography. For professional photography, consider phones with higher-resolution sensors.
BLU Life View Tab with Snapdragon 680 can handle casual gaming. For intensive gaming, consider phones with flagship chipsets.
BLU Life View Tab receives 1 years of updates through 2027. Consider this when planning long-term device usage.
BLU Life View Tab has a 4500mAh battery. This provides full-day battery life with typical usage patterns.
BLU Life View Tab at $75 is a budget device. It's worth buying if you prioritize affordability over premium features.
BLU Life View Tab supports 20 wired charging with full charge in approximately 240 min minutes.
BLU Life View Tab is available in 8GB storage options. Storage is not expandable, so choose your capacity based on your needs.
BLU Life View Tab has a 8-inch IPS LCD with 60Hz refresh rate and 300 nits peak brightness. HDR support includes No.
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Verdict
The BLU Life View Tab 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
8"
Main Camera
5
Chipset
Snapdragon 680
Full Specifications
Network
| Technology | GSM / HSPA |
| 2G Bands | GSM / |
| 3G Bands | HSDPA 850 / 1900 / 2100 - L800L |
| 4G LTE Bands | LTE |
| 5G Sub-6 Bands | N/A |
| 5G mmWave Bands | N/A |
| Speed | N/A |
| Carrier Aggregation | |
| SIM | Micro-SIM |
| Dual SIM Mode | |
| eSIM Support | |
| VoLTE Support | N/A |
| VoWiFi | N/A |
| NR CA Support | N/A |
Launch
| Announced | 2014 |
| Status | Discontinued |
| Availability | N/A |
| Model Variants | N/A |
| Launch Price | $150 |
Body & Design
| Dimensions (mm) | 205 x 138.2 x 9 mm |
| Weight (g) | 465 |
| Build Materials | Plastic, Metal |
| Frame | Plastic |
| Back Finish | Plastic |
| Colors | ["Blue", "White"] |
| IP Rating | N/A |
| Rugged Certifications | N/A |
| Ingress Gaskets | N/A |
| Form Factor | Tablet |
| Hinge Type | N/A |
| Folded Dimensions | N/A |
| Thermal Solution | Passive |
| Notification/Alert | |
| Haptics | Basic |
Display
| Panel Type | IPS LCD |
| Size (inches) | 8 |
| Resolution (px) | 768x1024 pixels |
| Aspect Ratio | 3:5 |
| Pixel Density (ppi) | 220 |
| Screen-to-body Ratio (%) | 80 |
| Refresh Rate (Hz) | 60 |
| Adaptive Refresh Rate | |
| Touch Sampling Rate (Hz) | 60 |
| Peak Brightness (nits) | 300 |
| 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 | 1 years |
| Chipset | Snapdragon 680 |
| CPU | 4x2.4 GHz Kryo 265 Gold + 4x1.9GHz Kryo 265 Silver |
| GPU | Adreno 610 |
| NPU/AI TOPs | N/A |
| ISP Features | Basic |
| Modem | Snapdragon X11 |
| Wi-Fi/Bluetooth Chip | N/A |
| Throttling Behavior | N/A |
| Geekbench Single-Core | 300 |
| Geekbench Multi-Core | 1100 |
| AnTuTu Score | 250000 |
| 3DMark Scores | N/A |
Memory & Storage
| RAM | 1GB |
| RAM Type | LPDDR4X RAM |
| Storage | 8GB |
| Storage Type | UFS Storage 2.1 |
| Storage Speed | eMMC 5.1 |
| Expandable Storage | microSDXC (dedicated slot) |
| Slot Type | microSD |
| USB OTG | |
| Filesystem Encryption |
Main Camera System
| Rear Cameras | 1 |
| Main Sensor | 5 |
| Main Sensor Size | CMOS |
| Main Sensor Model | N/A |
| Main Lens | f/2.2, 30mm |
| OIS | |
| Autofocus | AF |
| Pixel Binning | 1.12 um |
| 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 | 5 |
| Sensor Size | 1/5 inch |
| Aperture | f/2.8 |
| AF/OIS | |
| Secondary Front Cam | |
| Front Flash | |
| Video | 720p |
| HDR/Dolby Vision | N/A |
| Face Unlock |
Audio
| Loudspeakers | |
| 3.5mm Jack | |
| Hi-Res Audio | |
| Spatial Audio / Dolby Atmos | |
| Microphones | 1 |
| Bluetooth Codecs | aac |
| DAC/Amp | N/A |
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 | USB Type C |
| 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 | N/A |
| Satellite SOS |
Battery & Charging
| Capacity (mAh) | 4500 |
| Type | Li-Ion |
| Removable | |
| Endurance Rating | N/A |
| Wired Charging | 20 |
| Wired Standard | USB-C |
| 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 | |
| Battery Health Features | Basic |
Software
| OS at Launch | Android 4.2 (Jelly Bean) |
| Update Window | 1 years |
| 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 | charger, 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!