Blackview is undoubtedly one of the fastest-growing
rugged outdoor smartphone brand globally for 2018. The firm’s “BV” series is
one with a strong history wit most of their flagship models belonging to the
series. There is a new addition to the lineup, the BV5500 which deviates from
the rugged design style of other popular models like the BV9000, 8000, 70000
etc.
Blackview BV5500 will try to win some hearts with
its sleek design and pretty aesthetic surface texture. The design is a breath
of fresh air in a crowded rugged smartphone market and it will be a great entry
point if you’re new to the Android platform. That is because the
most-outstanding aspect with it will surely be the pricing.
The differentiation starts in the design. Like
Xiaomi’s Black Shark unique back cover touch design, Blackview BV5500’s
best-selling points are of course its toughness and the unique design. It has a
thinner ergonomic frame to make its grip more comfortable and easier to hold,
while slimming it down compared to similar devices. For hardware, the BV5500
packs a 5.5-inch screen with 18:9 aspect ratio. There is a Corning Gorilla 3
protection on top, giving it some toughness. Its overall design is very small,
and there is no shortage of fashion. In this way, it will also be loved by
young men and women, not just outdoor workers. The aluminium frame is curved at
the edges, making the device feel great to hold.
Here’s everything we’ve heard about the Blackview
BV5500 so far through its IP68, IP69K and MIL-STD-810G certification. The
device will pack a 13MP dual Sony rear cameras and will be powered by a 4400mAh
battery and it runs Android 8.1 Oreo OS. There is no information on the
processor and memory options just yet. We’ll keep you posted when more details
emerge. But bear in mind that a device that may likely emerge as the world’s
cheapest rugged smartphone is on the way. There is no date yet for the BV5500
release.
