# Thrifty Hi-Res Phablets The BLU Pure XL Comes in Black and Gold with a Low Pricepoint By Michael Hemsworth | Published 2015-09-14 | Tech Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/blu-pure-xl References: [liliputing](http://liliputing.com/2015/09/blu-pure-xl-is-a-349-phone-with-a-big-high-res-display-and-a-speedy-processor.html) & [bluproducts](http://www.bluproducts.com/index.php/pure-xl) The soon-to-be-released [Apple](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/iphone-15) iPhone 6S Plus will cost you hundreds upon hundreds of dollars to snap up, but if you're looking to get a very close experience but save a bundle, then the BLU Pure XL is going to be your best bet. Featuring a 6-inch display that boasts 2560 x 1440 pixels, the BLU Pure XL is priced at just $349 and features a whopping 3GB of RAM and 64GB of storage. Releasing September 29th, the BLU Pure XL is the perfect phablet for the thrifty consumer who knows how to find the [best deal](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/b30-pro-5g). The rear-facing camera on the BLU Pure XL features a staggering [24-megapixel camera](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pura-80-ultra), which is likely to put other phones on the market to shame with its 4K recording capabilities. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.8/10 - Popularity: 30% | Activity: 47% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Tech](https://www.trendhunter.com/tech) > [Gadgets](https://www.trendhunter.com/gadgets) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Affordable High-resolution Phablets:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Develop cost-effective alternatives to high-end smartphones with large displays and high-resolution screens. - **Increasing RAM and Storage Capacities:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Create smartphones with larger RAM and storage capacities that offer a similar experience to high-end devices at a lower price point. - **Advancements in Camera Technology:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Develop smartphones with high-megapixel cameras and advanced recording capabilities to compete with established brands. ### Who This Affects Most - **Consumer Electronics:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Design and manufacture affordable smartphones with high-resolution displays, large storage capacities, and advanced camera technology. - **Telecommunications:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Provide affordable alternatives to high-end smartphones with improved RAM, storage capacities, and camera technology. - **Photography:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Develop smartphones with high-megapixel cameras and innovative recording capabilities to cater to photographers looking for affordable options. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Vibrant Cost-Conscious Smartphones](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/blu-g72-max.md) - [Rugged Thermal Imaging Smartphones](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bl9000-pro.md) - [Low-Cost Immersive Display Smartphones](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/motorola-moto-g-pure.md) - [Value-Focused Smartphone Models](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/google-pixel-7a.md) - [Flagship Rugged Smartphones](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bl8000.md) - [Dual-Screen Smartphones](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bl9000.md) - [Colorful Slab Performance Smartphones](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pixel-9.md) - [Color-Infused Glass Smartphones](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/iphone-15.md) - [Camera-Inspired Sleek Smartphones](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/xiaomi-15-ultra.md)