Vivo Y53 now has face unlock!

Vivo has a new update for their entry-level smartphones, the Y53. The OTA update with a size of 69.84MB brings an improved system security and the face unlock feature.

Vivo Y53

Since the Vivo Y53 has no fingerprint sensor, the new facial recognition feature will make it easier for the user to unlock their phone.

The face unlock update

To update, make sure that you have more than 50 percent battery capacity and your internet connectivity is stable.

Vivo Y53 Specs

Display: 5-inch qHD IPS 960 x 540 resolution at 220 ppi

CPU: 1.4GHz 64-bit Snapdragon 425 quad-core processor

GPU: Adreno 308

RAM: 2GB

ROM: 16GB expandable via micro SD card slot up to 256 GB (dedicated)

Back Camera: 8MP f/2.0 w/ AF and LED flash

Selfie Camera: 5MP f/2.2 w/ screen flash

Battery: 2,500mAh

OS: Android 6.0 Marshmallow w/ FunTouch OS 3.0

Connectivity: WiFi, 3G, 4G LTE w/ VoLTE, Bluetooth 4.2, FM Radio, OTG, GPS, A-GPS, GLONASS, dual SIM

Sensors: Proximity, accelerometer, ambient light, gyroscope

Others: Face unlock, Colors: gold, space gray

Dimensions: 144.2 x 71.4 x 7.64 mm

Weight: 137 g

Price: PHP 6,990 (PHP 5,990 sale price)

As a quick recap, the Vivo Y53 is the company's most affordable smartphone in the Philippines. It has a 5-inch qHD IPS screen, 64-bit Snapdragon 425 quad-core processor, 2GB RAM, 16GB storage, 2,500mAh battery, 8MP main camera, 5MPs elfie camera, and 4G LTE connectivity.

Good news right?

Thanks for the tip Daryll Anthony Fortunado!