SHARP today announced its re-entry into the U.S. market with the launch of its new ROUVO V Android smartphone. Bringing back the legacy of SHARP’s display and camera expertise, ROUVO V inherits Sharp’s meticulous design and quality craftsmanship to offer consumers a better choice with exceptional performance and premium features to the entry-level smartphone market.
ROUVO V delivers a sleek viewing experience with an immersive HD+ 6.5″ display. The 1.8 GHz quad-core processor, 3 GB of RAM and 32GB of internal memory provide optimized performance, speed, and efficiency, making it easier to multitask and stay productive.
- Bigger is Better: ROUVO V is equipped with a huge 6.5″ display with 20:9 aspect ratio, allowing cinematic viewing on the users’ smartphone.
- Photoshoot with Stunning Effect: ROUVO V’s camera supports Full HD1 and multiple AI-enabled features, enabling users to shoot like a pro with the enhanced portrait shots, Bokeh effect, softened skin/background, and improve the shots with reductions in blur, noise, and bright lighting.
- Long-Lasting Battery Life: ROUVO V is built for all-day use, with more than 4 days of use and 101 hours of standby time[2].
- IP52 Protection from Dust and Water: With IP52-rated protection, ROUVO V is resistant to dust ingress and water spray[3].
For more information about ROUVO V, visit https://www.sharp-rouvo.com/rouvo-v
Pricing and Availability
ROUVO V will be exclusively available in the U.S. region. Sharp is excited to partner with Verizon for this re-entry into the US Market. Verizon began offering the device in-store and online on September 22. ROUVO V is also available at Dollar General since October 13, and Walmart since October 16.
Specifications
| ROUVO V Specifications | |
| Operation System | Android 12 |
| Chipset | MediaTek MT6761V/WB SoC, Quad-core up to 1.8 GHz |
| Memory | RAM: 3GB, ROM: 32GB (External Memory: 128GB Expandable) |
| Display & Touch | 6.52″ HD+ with 2.5D NEG, 720 x 1600 resolution, 20:9 Aspect Ratio |
| Camera | Rear: 8MP / Front: 5MP |
| Network | 4G LTE (4G LTE: B2, B4, B5, B12, B13, B66, Cat4) |
| Connectivity | 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, Wi-Fi Direct, 2.4/5.0GHz / BT 5.0 (BLE), GNSS (aGPS/GPS) |
| Battery | Typ. 3500 mAh, Non-removable |
| Sensors | Ambient Light, Proximity, Accelerometer, Barometer, Fingerprint Sensor |
| I/O | USB-C, 3.5mm Audio Jack, Single SIM (4FF) + microSD Card |
| HAC | M4 / T4 |
| IP Rating | IP52 Protection |
| Dimensions | 6.692 x 3.047 x 0.353 in / 6.49 oz |
Legal Disclaimers
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| Image resolution may vary under different camera modes.Battery DOU (Day of Use by hours) are measured by complying with Verizon’s testing standards based on use profiles of a typical user. The measured DOU of this device is 4.24 days of use, approximately 101.77 hours.The IP52 rating specifies that the device is protected against limited dust ingress and against direct water spray up to 15 degrees from vertical. |