The choice of headphones – a very delicate question, because there are thousands of models in all price categories. For overhead and full-size headphones have unspoken rules that we assert that good sound can only be found in devices cost more than $ 100. But then again, if you look at the number of proposals in this range, it is easy to get lost – what to choose? We will try to help you find the answer. Meet, Logitech Ultimate Ears 6000 – a good representative of the full-size headphones in its price segment. What is the model we liked? Read below!

To weed out immediately in the manner of utterance – “O Lord, the company that manufactures computer peripherals, can not make good headphones …” – we repeat a few important points. Ultimate Ears – it’s an American company that was founded in 1995 in California. UE specialized in the creation of IEM-s (in-ear monitors) for musicians, engineers, and fans of good sound. In August 2008, the Corporation acquired the manufacturer Logitech Ultimate Ears earphones and began to actively promote and expand the ranks of the products.

Scope of delivery

Logitech Ultimate Ears 6000 comes in a box, inside of which you can find headphones themselves, detachable cable with remote and mic, pouch, adapter for two pairs of headphones and documentation. Adapter us immediately useful – it is very convenient to compare two sets of headphones in a non-stop.

Appearance, quality of materials

The Model looks nice in her youth slipping notes, at the same time we can not say that the headphones are for young people. Here respected the delicate balance between austerity and pretentiousness that will wear this accessory and costume, and with shorts and t-shirts.

Basic material – different types of plastic: glossy on cups, soft-touch on the arc and transparent in edging. The inner part of the ear cups are covered headband and soft Faux leather. Building on a customary high level for Logitech products. The wire has a pleasant and tenacious rubber coating, it is quite soft and should not harden over time.

Ergonomic

Before us is a full-size headphones with ear pads that are completely wrapped around his ears. On the head, model sits well, no complaints of any premises or on the street. Even when visiting the gym discomfort arose.

After prolonged listening, the head does not get tired and do not hurt your ears. Removable cable length of 1.2 meters with an increase in just over 180 cm with enough margin. The model has a folding design that come in handy during transportation.

Functionality, active noise reduction

One advantage of Logitech Ultimate Ears 6000 is the presence of active noise cancellation, which is activated by a button on the right cup. For meals meet two AAA batteries. When the really is eliminated much of the buzz that reduces fatigue during long listening music.

Such a solution is quite helpful for the modern man, through the ears daily which spilled decibels various audio “rubbish”.

Call management and player for portable devices Apple designed remote control with the microphone. The Voice is transmitted well, no complaints, the location of the remote as well.

Sounding

As we wrote above – we see an interesting candidate in terms of sound quality in a form factor for its value. The model is not the newest, many who had to praise and criticize Logitech UE 6000, but positive responses yet most. We also liked the sound of UE 6000. Headphones tested paired with DAC Asus EONE MKII Muses, music from the Prime Test CD # 1, and personal selection of tracks.

Pleasantly surprised great scene and positioning of musical instruments in space. Sounding a little tube-warm. At first, it may seem as if the sound of the drums, but it is only flavor. Lenny Kravitz and Red Hot Chili Peppers very nice sound from the speakers, but Pink Floyd did not like – these virtuosos need the even more detailed study of the best stereo image and high. Yes, with high, things are not much – sometimes hard to find even drum cymbals. Very strange, but when the active noise cancellation sound becomes more transparent and clear.

Compared with the model in its class Creative Aurvana Live! (CAL!), The sound from Logitech Ultimate Ears 6000 is not so smooth. CAL! provides a clear, natural sound with best scenes without much overabundance of certain frequencies. In direct comparison, UE 6000 sounded dirtier, with the worst high detail and somehow trapped. But while the headphones from Creative are no active noise cancellation, the cable is not removable, design a more modest and there is no remote control for devices of Apple, but on the street Ultimate Ears play better and bigger, even with disabled active noise reduction.

Headphones demanding audio source – on a smartphone LG Optimus G is not always enough maximum volume.

Results – Logitech Ultimate Ears 6000

As a result, we have a really successful model. Logitech Ultimate Ears 6000 combined a warm sound, active noise reduction, successful design and decent equipment. If you are looking for a full-size headphones for streets and houses worth up to $ 150, be sure to take a look at them, they are worth the money.

Liked:

+ Appearance

+ Sound

+ Active Noise Cancelling

+ Ergonomics

+ Options

Did not like:

– Study of high-frequency

– Insistence on the source

Source: Logitech

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Not so long ago, we became acquainted with a new manipulator from Logitech – Logitech G303 Daedalus Apex, gaming mouse entry level in the G-series. Today we look at its so-called “Performance Edition”. At first glance, the new product is absolutely identical to the low-end model, but the main differences are inside.

Design and Ergonomics – Logitech G303 Daedalus Apex

Differences from the Logitech G303 Daedalus Apex, as already mentioned, at least here. Mouse body remains entirely made of opaque black plastic glossy elements are present, but their practicality for the location and number are not affected. Of the differences, which are noticeable at first glance, is to provide a braided cord tissue. Braid itself resembles that in the model G502 Proteus Core, covering quite slippery, and the cable itself is soft and light enough.

The most noticeable difference in the appearance becomes obvious when a mouse is connected to the PC. G303 Daedalus Apex received RGB-backlit logo and side areas. At the time, the implementation of the backlight in the G302 pleasantly surprised and even displaying only blue mouse is impressive, especially given the budgetary position.

NEW retained perforation honeycomb and now thanks to the new LEDs through a plurality of openings small area around the G303 can be illuminated by one of 16.8 million colors. Software Logitech Gaming Software allows you to adjust the illumination of a fairly wide range, there are multiple effects and choice of colors. Logo G-series on surface just received his illumination with extensive customization capabilities.

It should say that at the moment, Logitech G303 Daedalus Apex – an example of the most effective and high-quality implementation of the backlight in the gaming mouse. This is exactly the case when the backlight design complements, not only created to attract attention.

With regard to ergonomics, there is no change. The mouse has identical with the model G302 weight and dimensions. Recall that as before, the case of the novelty is very light and compact. Owners of small hands can use grip “palm” or “claw” for owners of large hands – “fingers” and “claw”. Pleasant change is two additional Teflon feet located on the bottom sides.

In the younger version of this was not enough, and when using the manipulator paired with fuzzy rug could feel unpleasant hooks sides of the mouse tissue. The older version is devoid of such nuances.

Praise, as before, deserve all the mouse button, both basic and additional. The course of the main keys to the maximum and rather short. Here, as they say, “all right.” Accidentally pressed not occur in principle, but it should be, especially when it comes to expensive and high-performance products.

Additional keys are in the same place as their course and response have not changed and they are still easy to use, the same holds true for the scroll wheel. For the main keys, Logitech claims the life of 20 million keystrokes – quite typical and a decent warranty period.

Equipment and software

About illumination we have already mentioned, now it’s time to talk about what makes gaming mouse gaming and whyLogitech G303 Daedalus Apex “Performance Edition”. Thus, the optical sensor mouse received PMW3366 with a maximum resolution of 12 000 dpi. Very impressive result, approaching that of the flagship – G502. A user can adjust the resolution of the sensor in increments of 50 dpi, as well as the polling frequency in the range from 125 to 1000 Hz. There are 5 levels of resolution, which can be selected at the touch.Tak same manipulator equipped with a 32-bit microprocessor and built-in memory to store three user profiles.

Firmware Logitech Gaming Software does not present unpleasant or pleasant surprises. Here we see the familiar functionality – the ability to reassign the action buttons and create macros, as well as the ability to calibrate the sensor at the desired surface. What we strongly recommend doing if you use mats, not from Logitech.

In summary

Logitech has quite unexpectedly released an improved version of a fairly good model G302 Daedalus Prime. The novelty has received a modern top-end filling, more functional lighting, braided cable and a familiar look and feel. Manufacturer’s recommended price is 69.99 dollars in the United States. Is it worth it to pay for the $ 20 compared to younger version? The answer is not obvious, especially given the fact that only 10 dollars more expensive flagship Mouse G502 Proteus Core offers much more functionality and customization capabilities. Is it worth it to pay attention to Logitech G303 Daedalus Apex? The answer is yes if you’re a fan of the symmetrical design of reinforced concrete and you need confidence in the quality of the manipulator.

Liked:

+ Implementation of illumination

+ Keys

+ Updated stuffing

Did not like:

– High cost

Source: Logitech

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Lenovo P780 was the producer for a truly iconic models. Last year, the company tried to repeat its success with the help of two models – Lenovo S660 and S860. To some extent, it is even possible because they at least kept the key features of the parent – the high capacity battery and metal case. In 2015, they are replaced by P70 and P90 – more interesting from the point of view of the hardware platform smartphones, which have preserved the old battery capacity but dressed in simple plastic cases. With the first of them we have already seen, it was the turn of the second.

Compared with Lenovo P70 novelty has the different design. The principal differences – is a fully molded housing and other plastic. Their appearance and tactile sensations he reminds plates TAB 2 A7-30, A7-10, and S8-50.

Color of plastic can be described as dark gray, it is a bit rough and nice in the hand. Overall P90 looks even easier P70, but there is clearly more pleasant hand. However, to do something better and nothing to spoil it turns out not all manufacturers and Lenovo at this time, it is also not possible. Volume rocker and power button moved to the left side, which is rather an unusual layout.

Dimensions conventional model. There is quite a widescreen frame though managed to keep the weight at 156 grams – this is a good result for a smartphone with a screen diagonal of 5.5 inches and the battery 4000 mAh.

Share something special about the design of the model hard – looks as neutral as possible, except that you can mention only MicroSIM tray on the right side wall. As for the rest, we have a typical smartphone Lenovo with the standard layout of controls. The company remains true to herself in design – slightly reduced compared to last year’s models, the manufacturer’s logo was on the front panel, the cover has the same, but a relief.

Three touch-sensitive control buttons (“Menu”, “Home” and “Back”) continues to flaunt a screen to access the list of applications you need to hold the “Menu”. Frankly, I’m looking forward to the moment when the company would dare to abandon this mode of operation and the touch buttons provide a normal key for quick access to the list of recent applications that are running, or at least the appropriate radio button in the settings.

Display – Lenovo P90

In the screen, Lenovo P90 also have small changes. Following the growth of up to 5.5 inches diagonally grown and resolution, which now amounts to 1920 by 1080 pixels.

It’s time to note that we’ve got a very raw, semi-workers literally sample P90, so we are familiar with it in the format of a glance. If we talk about levels of brightness, they ranged from 14 to 291 cd / m², and in the mode of high-brightness backlight level rises to 361 cd / m². These results can be described as modest, usually screens in smartphones Lenovo have better brightness, so let’s hope that it’s just a feature of the sample.

On personal feelings, use the display is quite good. He has wide viewing angles, normal oleophobic coatings, and nice color reproduction, although the calibration was less than ideal.

Hardware Platform

The basis of the smartphone supports Intel Atom Z3560. This is one of the latest mobile SoC company, which received the support of 64-bit computing, improved process technology and 22nm graphics subsystem PowerVR G6430. The processor includes four cores that can operate at a frequency of 1.83 GHz. GPU has elevated to 533 MHz frequency (compared to the baseline of 457 MHz).

If we start from the respective characteristics, we have before us is quite an efficient solution, which will provide a good gaming performance at Qualcomm Snapdragon 800, not to mention the usual tasks. Since we got a very early prototype, it makes sense to restrict the results of several benchmarks, the more that the real work of the smartphone in its current state is nothing good to say.

Amount of RAM is 2GB, 32GB built-in storage on, but the memory card slot is not – to these characteristics of the model is similar to Lenovo Vibe X2.

The operating system currently supports Android 4.4.4 KitKat and most likely it is a smartphone goes on sale, and you need to upgrade to Lollipop reap later.

Unfortunately, about the time of the model while it is impossible to tell – here stands for the standard battery 4000 mAh. In standby mode smartphone shows good results – does not drain just like that, but the stability of the system is not allowed to conduct tests of autonomy.

Camera

Lenovo P90 got two cameras: the main 13 megapixel with optical stabilization, dual flash diodes with different color temperature and 5 megapixel front. In the test the camera application showed the worst stability robots, so we were limited to a few examples of test shots:

Preliminary results – Lenovo P90

Lenovo P90 can be called an extension of the line producer. Well, that design models take some time and let the smartphone was simple but pleasant to handle the case. Using the Intel chipset can be called pre-good solution – it should provide good performance with moderate energy consumption. In addition, the model has some good screen and the camera. At the same time, it is now clear that the model has shortcomings. Smartphone users with capacious batteries usually are not looking for just a model with a big battery, but also to support the work of two SIM-cards and a slot for memory cards, and anything that P90 can not offer. Price smartphone is obviously higher than that of Lenovo P70 and the main question – how much, because this parameter can be a key to even minimal success model.

Source: GSMarena

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Smartphone BlackBerry Z3 hard to call a hot new product, because it was announced in February 2014 – which means that the model is already more than a year, which is quite deferential age by the standards of the smartphone market. Why have decided to tell you about him? Firstly, the model appeared in the official America retail in 2015 alone. Secondly, BlackBerry smartphones and so are very rare visitor in our editorial office, and just then arrived fresh official release BlackBerry OS 10.3.1, which can already be considered a sufficient reason for the emergence of such material. Let’s see what today is a new version of the OS and conditional budget BlackBerry Z3.

Options

BlackBerry Z3 comes with a small box of plain cardboard. Inside you can find yourself a smart phone, a simple headset (headphones ear type), cable, charger 850 mA and documentation.

Design and usabilit

BlackBerry Z3 – this is one of the cheapest smartphone manufacturer, at the time of writing its value, both in Ukrainian shops, and foreign markets is approximately $ 200. Despite this, the company did not create another faceless smartphone design and decided to pay at least some attention.

Plastic piece with a five-inch screen has a fairly large size, by its width he even managed to catch up with Asus Zen one 5 – one of the biggest smartphone with the same diagonal display.

When you take BB Z3 in hand, pay attention to a lot of weight, which is strongly at odds with the feeling plastic smartphone in hand. Impressions of the material body at least interesting. Cover embossed with a point pattern, smartphone just nice twist in his hands.

By studying the body, it is hard not to notice a lot of lines corresponding detail screen based smartphone and cover, while not folding design, and memory card slot MicroSIM and hidden under the general cap on the right side. Symmetrically they have left as many as four keys. The uppermost (silver) is the power key, underneath there are two separate volume keys with the multifunction button between them. MicroUSB connector is located in the center of the bottom edge, there is also the main microphone, on the opposite side there is only audiodzhek.

Obverse minimalist: the manufacturer’s logo, earpiece, front camera lens and several sensors. On the back there is a large glossy logo, glare in the sun, the main camera with flash, speaker, and the second microphone.

In general, all quite familiar, only questions is placing physical keys control that looks unusual compared to most smartphones. If you use the phone with his left hand, then such a placement of controls would be the best, even to the power button will not have much stretch. The solution is not the most convenient for right-handers because to turn on the screen have to reach for the key, besides all the keys are not the sharpest turn. Fortunately, the screen can be turned on and unlock a simple gesture, spending from the bottom edge of the screen to the center, but the lock screen will require the use of a button.

Display

The smartphone is set IPS screen diagonal of five inches with a resolution of 960 by 540 pixels (220 ppi). The display is covered with a protective glass without oleophobic coating, and between the glass and the matrix has an average thickness layer of air. Sensor automatic brightness adjustment is not provided, the user has to adjust screen brightness depending on the lighting conditions.

Measured dimming range – from 15.3 to 331 cd / m2, contrast ratio is 1: 940. In terms of quality factory calibration, used a good matrix provides a fairly accurate color reproduction. It differs a bit low color temperature, but in the settings screen is a separate item that allows you to set it up and get very cold or warm images.

Compared to modern HD and FullHD matrix screen looks average in quality, the main gripe is reduced to inadequate by today’s standards resolution, although a year ago, such a matrix looked quite appropriate. Today, almost all companies producing smartphones midrange went on display with a resolution of 1280 by 720 pixels, which are usually deprived of the air gap. However, it is necessary to clarify that the picture is not “crumbles” before his eyes, but those who have already worked for higher resolution screens will clearly see the difference.

Nice color reproduction, although slightly less intense than today’s screens. The low level of brightness create some problems with readability in direct sunlight, which will be especially noticeable in dark parts of the operating system. Safety glass, though devoid of oleophobic coating provides normal slip finger and collects no critical number of fingerprints that are relatively easy to remove.

Hardware Platform

The smartphone is based on a system-on-chip Qualcomm MSM8930 and belongs to the family Snapdragon S4 Plus, which was later renamed Snapdragon 400. The chip was announced at the end of 2012, and the first devices based on it went on sale in early 2013 ( for example, HTC One SV). SoC MSM8930 executed on 28 nm process technology and includes two processing cores Krait, clocked at 1.2GHz, GPU – Adreno 305. Despite its age, the platform used is an analogue of the very popular Snapdragon 400 in its different variations, which has been used in a multitude of smartphones middle segment in 2013-2014.

Compared with the middle class, the amount of RAM increased slightly and is 1.5 GB built-in storage capacity of more modest – 8 GB, there is a slot for memory cards. Communication modules presented support for 3G-networks, Wi-Fi 802.11 b / g / n, Bluetooth 4.0 with support for low-power profile LE, GPS, has FM-radio.

Despite the modest specifications, BlackBerry Z3 is fast, the operating system is well optimized and it is absolutely enough performance available iron. It is quite another thing – this Android-performance application, installation and operation of which is provided by a special virtual machine. Here BlackBerry Z3 shows very modest results at the level of budget Android-smartphone, as shown by a not very smooth scrolling lists, case jerky animation. In such cases, an additional role the program and its optimization. For example, Android-client Instagram proved not actually work, including while others familiar to the author of the program (Pocket, Pocket Casts, Viber, Wunderlist, Vkontakte) worked fine. About the game we are not talking – you can set the level of the program Angry Birds, and applications with more complex 3D-graphics even better not to experiment.

Calls, multimedia

BlackBerry smartphones have always been considered by some standard voice quality, use speakers and microphones. Tragically, in this field, the author disappointed BlackBerry Z3, sound speakers did not like. Worth to clarify that there are no fundamental problems with basic phone functionality smartphone not, the volume of spoken and ringer speaker is above average and sufficient in all situations, but rather the quality corresponds to some average level than is outstanding. Moreover, many smartphones Huawei, Xiaomi, Samsung and others have a more pleasant-sounding speakers.

At the same time, BlackBerry Z3 shows a good sound in the headphones. There’s a good volume, no problems with details unnecessary noise, this parameter smartphone suit most users.

Operating system

Immediately after the first turn BlackBerry Z3 prompted to update preloaded with BlackBerry OS 10.2.1 to 10.3.1 fresh. The official release of the new version of the operating system took place a few months ago, and the first version of the “flowed” in a network of approximately six months before the official release. Among the innovations the manufacturer notes small updates in the design of operating systems, there are two app stores BlackBerry World and Amazon Appstore, improved autonomy, Android-speed applications, the appearance of an assistant that supports voice commands, BlackBerry Assistant, BlackBerry Blend application to access the phone features of a computer and other power ups.

From a management perspective BlackBerry OS 10 is a fairly elaborate and simple operating system. Most of the basic operations carried out by means of gestures familiar to Android or Windows Phone keys is not here. To turn on the screen is enough to make a short swipe from the bottom edge of the screen up, so the user gets on the lock screen, which displays the usual information: time and date, the nearest event calendar, network signal levels, the battery, the sound mode. On the lock screen, there is a shortcut to quickly start the camera, to start the application it is necessary to hold your finger. From off screen or lock screen, you can spend a longer swipe from the bottom of the screen that leads up to the last screen application or list of recently run programs.

Basic workspace is divided into three zones. Central (home screen) is a recent picture of running applications in the form of a scroll vertical matrix 2 × 8. To her right is familiar and similar to Android or iOS menu with all installed applications. Applications can be collected in a folder, change the order of icons. Left of the main home screen is the BlackBerry Hub. Home screen and application menu in the lower part contains shortcuts to quickly start the camera, BlackBerry Assistant and Assistant phone. Navigation between the screens is carried out using vertical swipe.

BlackBerry Hub – a kind Feed containing everything – incoming mail, phone calls, messages, notifications from applications. Pulling down the screen, you can quickly view the next calendar events. Tape recording of the piece can be removed. By clicking on the three dots at the right bottom BlackBerry Hub, you can access settings “hub.” On the left side swipe “pulled out” another menu, so you can view the messages separately BlackBerry Messaging (BBM), SMS, calls, e-mail accounts, notice of application.

On the first screen swipe from the top, you can access the panel with switches. Some settings, such as the activation of wireless modules, change the sound mode, adjust the brightness level is adjusted directly in the curtain, for this you need to click on the left square of the switch. Clicking on most of the switch (labeled) leads to the corresponding item settings. The order of the switches and their number is adjusted according to paragraph settings, which are represented by the usual list, each item that contains the appropriate option.

Run all software as a “native”, and Android-going applications in full-screen mode. Swipe from the top edge of the screen you can access the application settings and additional options, sometimes access to the settings is carried out similarly to Android-application and contain appropriate “three points”, indicating the settings in the “green robot.” Android-run program with a strip at the bottom of the screen, which contains a single key “Back”. This band can hide the corresponding button appears after swipe from the top edge of the screen. In order to minimize any program, you need to soapnut from the bottom edge of the screen. If we draw from the top edge of the display with two fingers down, from any application, you can access the Quick Settings. For instant transition to the BlackBerry, Hub needs to swipe your finger from the middle of the bottom edge of the screen to his right side. Despite the fact that this organization of management at first seems unusually difficult or uncomfortable, it is easy to get used to. Personally, it took me less than a day, and after a few days of use, I have tried to minimize the application swipe at his Moto G.

We should also mention the convenience of built-in applications such as calendar, calculator, clock, there is a normal file manager. For example, the timer allows you to select one of the melody signal, in contrast to the system application Android, and calculator includes not only engineering functionality, but also the converter and tip calculator as waiters. Built-in player does not display the playback control buttons on the lock screen, but “out of the box” play can stop and start the center soft key, and to switch tracks to use long press the volume keys work on a similar principle and third-party Android-players.

The keyboard was comfortable too. You can enter text character by character, but there is a good system dictionary that allows you to quickly enter text. First, you type the first few letters of a word, then over some keys appear variants of matching words to select the desired enough soapnuts from the up to your goal.

On your computer to access the file system of the smartphone need to install the driver from the manufacturer, otherwise you can only access the memory card. The system itself has not yet Ukrainian localization – either as the interface language or languages for text input.

With the driver installed on the PC software BlackBerry Link and Blend. The first is a tool for creating backups, software updates (there is support for OTA-update), transfer data from one BlackBerry to another file system access, sync videos, photos, music and other data. The second program – a full-fledged tool to control the phone from your computer. You can view and communicate in the mail, Messaging, SMS, view and manage calendar events, messages. In this case, BlackBerry Blend works not only when connected via USB, but also on the local network wirelessly.

At the same time, native applications on Blackberry OS incredibly little, personal impressions of less than offers the same Windows Phone, many programs offer free or pay only part of the functions. Even corporate app store contains first Android-program, with it, not the latest versions. Amazon Appstore, too, can not boast the newest versions of existing applications. On a smartphone without any problems, you can install the Google Play and get access to all the usual programs, but the work of Google applications require installation Play Services, which are set from the app store I could not, though perhaps it is implemented. This entails the impossibility of using Android-applications YouTube, Google Keep, Google Maps. On the notifications that are sent Android-app also has a specific incident, they served in the BlackBerry Hub, which looks like a piece of a foreign interface, although fully working.

Operation time

Pleasantly surprised at work. From a non-removable battery capacity of 2500 mAh Blackberry Z3 without confidently works two days, despite the fact that the majority of Android-smartphone with similar characteristics in my profile use at best give a half day of work, in addition to the normal load is necessary to add the active use of the smartphone in connection with the study of the features of the new operating system.

Camera

The smartphone has two cameras – the basic resolution of 5 MP with autofocus and flash and a 1.1 megapixel front. Camera app is not very interesting, so you can go directly to the study of examples of images.

In short, both for its small resolution main camera shows a good quality recording. At the same time, almost any modern smartphone for $ 200 will offer a higher resolution camera, which will not yield as BlackBerry Z3 and probably surpass it, thus offering faster autofocus and shooting speed.

The front camera also has a fairly modest by modern standards, the quality of shooting.

Results – BlackBerry Z3

Frankly, the overall impression of the Blackberry Z3 can be described as mixed. On the one hand, very liked the BlackBerry OS 10.3 – the operating system looks full, adult, comfortable and well thought-out, well optimized in terms of speed and power consumption. Special mention deserves convenient BlackBerry Hub, a simple gesture-based management, data features of the smartphone on your computer – comparable functionality yet realized except by individual manufacturers of Android-smartphone, but is not available within the platform Google Android, iOS or Windows Phone.

On the other hand, the solid starting disadvantages. Indeed, some have a comfortable and sophisticated operating system was not without third-party applications, it is not worth much, except that the user is completely satisfied with the functionality “out of the box.” Support Android-based applications – is nothing more than a half-measure. At a performance of the smartphone (eg, BlackBerry Passport) for certain applications such show much better speed, but in the case of Z3 it is clearly not enough.

Source: BlackBerry

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We were on the review got a 14-inch laptop Dell Latitude 3450, which refers to a series of business of the company, and consequently it can be expected good performance, long battery life and practical housing. In this review we will try to understand whether this really is.

Design, connectors, and easy to use

Even at first glance at the device can be easily understood that this is a series notebook Dell Latitude. The lid has a matte texture of the graphite color. It may seem like a metal, but in reality it is plastic, very pleasant to the touch. The ends, however, as the inside of the laptop is also made of plastic, but black.

On the right side wall is 3.5 mm jack for headphones / headset, two USB 3.0, HDMI, RJ-45 and VGA. Left – Kensington lock, a connector for the charger, one USB 2.0 and card reader.

Bottom Dell Latitude 3450 consists of two parts – a cover plate and a base of black body of complex shape. The speakers are located on the verge of a beveled base.

To modernize the laptop, unscrew the two screws and all otschelknut couple of latches. Inside, we see that the laptop has two slots for RAM. In an empty slot you can put only standard memory DDR3L. Other empty slots are no longer detected.

Therefore, all those who put the SSD drive, be aware that there is only a slot in which is already hard drive. By the way, it is worth noting that to remove dust and clean the cooler does not require complete disassembly of the laptop and should only loosen a couple of screws and train.

Let us return to the working surface of the device. Here stands out a huge touchpad. But the traditional keyboard is not equipped with Num-block, and a little over arrows mocked, making them much narrower, which adversely affects the usability. Another worth noting that the Home and End keys are combined with the arrows left and right, respectively. The rest of the keyboard is unremarkable. Yes, it is an island type, but the keys are completely flat, though widely separated, but not at the expense of the very clear progress are not that comfortable, besides the substrate itself keyboard flexible and easy to bend, which also adds convenience. Well at least the CapsLock key indicator of activity is built into the key. Placing the left key Ctrl – traditional, in the lower left corner.

At the edge of the working area is located just two LEDs. The first – the charging indicator and the second – inclusion. Power button located at the upper right corner, above the key Delete. Above the screen, you can find the camera lens with an activity indicator and two microphones. And underneath the manufacturer’s logo.

The very same display 14-inch made by technology TN + film with a matte finish, which copes well with light flares. Standard screen resolution – 1366×768 pixels. The brightness in the range of 20 to 170 cd / m2. Subjectively, the screen is average, but has a good matte finish, which makes it comfortable to work and not to catch the glare from bright light sources. Viewing angles are standard for TN + film screen.

Due to the lack of an optical drive, the notebook has become rigid, even though it is made of plastic. Of course, you can push the screen cover, but otherwise the cabinet no doubt an advantage.

Functionality testing

The Dell Latitude 3450 is based on a hardware platform Intel, in particular, Intel Celeron 3205U, Intel Core i3-4005U, Intel Core i3-5005U or Intel Core i5-5200U. The video card can be both integrated and discrete. In the role of the last acts NVIDIA GeForce 830M.

It got us to review the average configuration with dual-core Intel Core i3-5005U and integrated graphics Intel HD Graphics 5500 with a frequency of 300 to 850 MHz, 4 GB RAM, 500 GB hard drive in the form of a hard disk. If we talk about the processor, then it belongs to the family Broadwell and executed on 14 nm process technology. The base frequency is 2 GHz and the estimated thermal power of 15 watts.

Built-in video card Intel HD Graphics 5500 more nimble than the Intel HD Graphics 4400. It supports DirectX 11.2, as well as OpenCL 1.3 / 2.0 and OpenGL 4.3. This makes it possible to run games like Dirt 3. It is possible to play at native resolution at medium graphics settings with comfortable 25-30 fps.

But the maximum load the laptop starts making noise and a little warm. Primarily there is heat at the bottom of a hard disk. In general, heating gaming laptop not such large. And with an average load no loud noise, no heat did not bother.

The RAM can be expanded to 16GB, but you need to keep in mind that only suitable DDR3L with frequencies up to 1600 MHz. Hard disk is installed TOSHIBA MQ01ACF050. Its capacity is 500 GB and the rotational speed of 7200 rev / min.

For working with wireless networks, is responsible Intel Dual Band Wireless-N 7260. It supports networks of Wi-Fi 802.11 a / b / g / n at speeds up to 300 Mbps in the 2.4 and 5 GHz. Also, this module supports Bluetooth 4.0. Realtek RTL8168 / 8111 PCI-E interface is responsible for wired Ethernet.

By the application of Dell, Audio can very accurately adjust the sound speakers. To do this, use the preset settings or to trust his ears. There are not only the speaker settings, and microphone.

The capacity of the internal battery made by technology Li-ion 3840 mAh is. Its capacity – 43 Wh and the voltage – 11.1 volts. Under the maximum load with maximum display brightness, Dell Latitude 3450 lasted 2 hours 47 minutes and in emulation mode read – 7 hours 8 minutes. Results of autonomy can be considered excellent.

Results

The result is that the Dell Latitude 3450 – this is an interesting medium format laptop that can easily handle not only with all office tasks, but with games two years ago. Despite the fact that it is made of plastic, an excellent body rigidity. Also, do not forget about the good battery life. Unfortunately, some features of ergonomics have to get used to, but overall not bad.

Liked:

+ Body rigidity

+ Good performance level

+ Battery life

Did not like:

– Accommodation Home and End keys and trimmed block arrows

Source: Dell

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The popularity of smartphones Huawei largely started from a series of Honor, which has attracted users a good price-performance ratio. Now the company has decided to allocate a separate brand Honor. On the home market these smartphones will be sold in the company’s online store. Smartphones under the new brand will try to compete with Xiaomi, which has become very popular in China, by its own methods. How successful would venture – time will tell, but we do look at the flagship smartphone Honor 6, which recently went on sale.

Honor 6 comes with a standard set of accessories, including a battery charger with an output current in 2A, cable and documentation.

Design and usability

Honor 6 is made in the style of the latest smartphones Huawei. Hull lines reminiscent of last year’s Honor 3 , and some design elements in common with Ascend P7.

The body is made according to the type of hamburger, back Honor 6 completely flat. Covers the entire front of the protective glass plate, and the side frame does not protrude above its surface. Above the screen you can see a thin earpiece, as well as the windows of the front camera and sensors. The indicator light is hidden under the dash to the left of the sensors. Side frames thin, 2.86 mm, and the display takes 75.7% of the area of ​​the panel. In addition, on the front side there is no manufacturer’s logo is used onscreen keys – this makes the smartphone looks more concise.

However, the rear panel also pleases the lack of clutter inscriptions – there is only a line of Honor logo and service information.

The back of the smartphone is made of a special six-layer composite material. According to the manufacturer, the same material used in aerospace.

Under the top transparent layer discernible pattern in fine point. In the case of a smartphone white panel fingerprints are virtually unnoticeable, they can be seen only at certain angles.

Camera, dual LED flash and speaker are flush with the back panel.

In three sidewalls Honor 6 passes plastic strip, which resembles the frame to Ascend P7. The left side is empty, on the upper side you can see the headset connector, the opening of the second microphone and the infrared transmitter. Control buttons are concentrated on the right side. Beneath them is a slot for Mini-SIM and memory cards. They covered a total cap that almost merges with the frame. MicroUSB connector and the main microphone hole are on the bottom.

Honor 6 perfectly assembled, all parts fit tightly to each other, the keys are firmly in place, the entire structure is already too tight.

As for the five-inch smartphone in Honor 6 sufficiently small dimensions of the case, it is comparable to most compact classmates.

This makes it comfortable to hold in your hand, Honor 6 easy to use. Ergonomics smartphone at a good level, despite the use of flat smooth panels, Honor 6 does not try to slip out of his hands. Power button is just below the thumb, located just above the volume rocker. They protrude slightly above the body, have a well defined pressing.

Display

6 Honor received a five-inch screen resolution of 1920 by 1080 pixels. Display brightness varies from 10.8 to 357 cd / m² and a contrast ratio is 1: 516. The screen is made by technology In-Cell – between the glass matrix and no air gap. This provides better readability of the screen in the sun, reduces the amount of glare, there is a feeling that application icons “are” directly on the glass.

Although Honor and isolated in a separate brand, the hero of the review is still designed in the walls of Huawei. Therefore screen smartphone traditionally well calibrated. From the reference value significantly deviates only gamma.

If we talk about the subjective impressions, the screen Honor 6 is comparable with other quality FullHD matrices. His soft natural colors pleasing to the eye, black and white look is established, the viewing angles are close to the maximum. A wide dimming range can comfortably use your smartphone in the dark, and on the street.

In addition, there is a good oleophobic coating, the regime increased sensitivity of the sensor to control the gloves, you can adjust the color temperature. Automatic brightness control works correctly in the switch panel has a slider that allows you to adjust the algorithm of the sensor.

Hardware Platform

Honor 6 was one of the most modern hardware platforms production HiSilicon. The system-on-chip 920 Kirin – a little simplified version of Kirin 925 installed in the flagship Huawei Mate7 . The key difference – there is no additional kernel Smart i3, responsible for the collection of indicators from different sensors. For the rest, this is the same processor configured to process technology and circuit big. LITTLE 28nm, with four energy-efficient cores Cortex-A7 (1,3 GHz), four productive Cortex-A15 (1,7 GHz) and the graphics core Mali-T628 MP4. Platform performance is complemented 3 GB of RAM, the amount of built-in storage is 16 GB (11.44 GB free), there is a slot for memory cards.

In synthetic tests Honor 6 shows good results, which are comparable with the level of current champions.

During normal operation, the performance of the smartphone no complaints. The shell runs smoothly, the program starts quickly, and 3 GB of RAM allow almost never watch reload applications. You can play all the popular games, but under continuous pressure is being felt slight heating of the body.

Wi-Fi modules and GPS working properly, their work does not raise any problems.

Honor 6 exists in several versions, to be sold in different markets. The differences between them are reduced to maintain the standards of communication, the number and volume of simkarty internal memory. The Ukrainian market will be supplied version H60-L04, but online stores are sold and other models.

Calls, multimedia

Basic telephone functionality is implemented in Honor 6 at an excellent level. Ringing loud speaker appeared, it sounds clean and nice, but due to the fact that it is located on the back, when the smartphone is on the table, the sound is muted by about a third, though still well visible.

Vibrating alert is average, well felt in his pockets and when the smartphone is on the table. Sound earpiece clean, caller’s voice sounds natural reserve volume is enough for a comfortable communicating in almost any environment. The manufacturer claims that the sensitivity of the antenna is increased by 3 dB, it should have a positive impact on the level of signal reception in areas with poor network coverage.

Music playback quality is on par with the other flagship smartphone, is a normal reserve volume. Built-in equalizer DTS makes the sound richer and more voluminous, adds low frequencies, which can be useful when listening to compositions of poor quality or when using inexpensive headphones. If desired, it can be disabled in the settings.

Support different codecs implemented at a good level in the test Antutu Video Honor 6 gaining 500 points.

The top of Honor 6 is an infrared port, it allows you to control various home appliances.

Operating system and shell

Honor 6 is running an operating system Android 4.4.2 KitKat, version of the shell EMUI 2.3, it is similar to that of the Huawei Ascend P7. In the first quarter of 2015 to upgrade to a smartphone should EMUI 3.0.

Fundamental functional differences between EMUI 2.3 and 3.0 do not, the difference is a little more simple design, a smaller number of transparent elements.

A set of system applications remained unchanged. The most interesting of them can be called “Phone Manager”. The program allows you to configure access to applications, notifications, analyze their energy consumption, use of data, it has a black list of calls and much more.

Operation time

In the case of the smartphone has a removable battery capacity of 3100 mAh. Set SmartPower 2.0 technologies should provide up to 65 hours of operation at low load, 30 hours in the loaded mode, and extreme power saving mode will limit the functionality of receiving calls and messages, but the last stretch 10% charge for 24 hours.

In our case, Honor 6 worked about 2 days at low load and day with the active usage profile, familiar to the author. Hours screen up to five hours.

While reading off all wireless communications, including the transmission of data in the mobile network, and the display brightness is set to 200 cd / m². When listening to music has an automatic data synchronization, data transfer. The volume level on 12 of the 15 possible levels. All music files in MP3, 320 Kbit / s. Navigation includes a route in Google Navigation app. Brightness exhibited at 200 cd / m², all communication modules data disabled. When playing as an active data transmission in a mobile network, display brightness set to 200 cd / m², the headphone volume level 12 of the possible 15 video format MKV, resolution 1024h432 points framerate 24. Playing videos from Youtube accompanied not only by the work network Wi-Fi, but also the active data transmission. Display brightness set to 200 cd / m², the volume level on 12 of the 15 possible levels.

* – Data obtained under similar conditions but with the brightness set at 50% of the possible

Become familiar with the testing procedure can be in this material.

Camera

6 Honor got two cameras. As the main module is used fourth-generation Sony with a resolution of 13 megapixel, autofocus and dual LED flash, aperture (F2.0) lens of 5 lenses. The front camera has a resolution of 5 MP, the viewing angle is 88 degrees.

The camera application is familiar to smartphones Huawei. There are all the usual settings and shooting modes.

The main camera shows good quality pictures. According to official data it is able to run and shoot for 0.6 cekundy. To do this, turn Honor 6 in a horizontal position, and double-click the Volume Down key, after the snapshot is displayed at startup and photography, in our case it was 1.1-1.2 seconds.

When shooting under natural conditions, not the brightest light, Honor 6 shows good results. Most of the photographs are obtained with sharp quite predictable good result.

Results

Honor 6 was very nice smartphone. Perhaps the majority of parameters it will satisfy any customer, because it united interesting body materials, high-quality screen, excellent performance, good autonomy and normal camera, all collected in the standard five-inch format. The model is actually no obvious deficiencies can be identified unless the minor roughness like a light body heat under load, but it is common to almost all performance of the smartphone.

Liked:

+ Materilov, body sizes

+ High-quality FullHD screen

+ Productivity

+ Normal autonomy

Camera +

Did not like:

– Heating body under high load

– Modest supplied

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Nokia Lumia 630 Dual SIM – dual-sim smartphone operating system Windows Phone 8.1 with loud speakers, highly configurable display, free navigation

If you waited dvuhsimny inexpensive smartphone operating system Windows Phone, then you have a reason to rejoice. Nokia Lumia 630 Dual SIM exactly corresponds to these requirements, in addition the device is powered by a quad-core Qualcomm Snapdragon 400 is equipped with 512 MB of RAM and 8 GB of internal storage. Cost smartphone priced at Rs 2000. On paper it looks very interesting, let’s try to understand what impressions reserves smartphone in practice.

Options Nokia Lumia 630

The smartphone comes in a flat cardboard box. Inside the box is a charger, the second lid and paper documentation. Unfortunately, USB-cable and though any headset available.

Design and ergonomics Nokia Lumia 630

Externally, the smartphone is almost nothing stands out. In general, the Nokia Lumia 630 Dual SIM – mid-range smartphone from the company Nokia. Thanks to a removable cover can easily change the look of the smartphone that you can take advantage of. It should be noted that the device can have one of three colors of back cover: white, orange and yellow. In this case, complete with a smartphone, as mentioned above, there is a second cover. It is in any case in black, so that even when buying a smartphone with the main cover is yellow, you can easily turn your smartphone into less bright and eye-catching among others due to the black cover. It got us to the test version with a white cap. All variants covers are made of opaque plastic.

Covers the front surface of the protective glass. In its upper part is the voice speaker, under it – the manufacturer’s logo. The bottom face of the microphone. Along the contour of the protective glass is a plastic frame, it does not act on it. Housing sidewall chamfered towards the rear side. Left lateral face devoid of any government, but on the right is a button and volume control. By the way, because of the sloping sides are pressed, it is not as clear as we would like. The upper end has a 3.5mm audio jack at the bottom – Micro-USB-connector. On the back of the phone is located a 5 megapixel camera lens, the manufacturer’s logo, and at the bottom – hole multimedia speaker. In order to make it easier to remove the cover, the manufacturer did not bother to make a projection, because – this process is not very easy. After removing the cover, we gain access to the battery capacity of 1830 mAh, two slots for SIM-card format micro-SIM and memory expansion slot for microSD.

Build quality is good device. With strong squeezing body no scratches, but even a mild touch on the screen appear divorces. As for convenience, the small size of the device allows you to comfortably operate it with one hand.

Operating system and shell Nokia Lumia 630

Smartphone running the operating system Windows Phone 8.1. Compared with the Windows Phone 8.0 came with a choice saver for selected tiles, finally added the ability of continuous text input, as an opportunity to find a smartphone and more.

Now you can adjust the shutter notifications for themselves. All this is only part of the changes that have touched the latest version of Windows Phone. A set of programs is well known from previous smartphone and includes a navigation program HERE Drive +.

Hardware Platform Nokia Lumia 630

Like most mid-range smartphone running Nokia Lumia 630 Dual SIM based on the well-known Qualcomm Snapdragon processor 400. Processor contains 4 cores clocked at 1.2 GHz, and acts as a graphics accelerator Adreno 305. RAM is only 512 MB , the volume of the built-in 8 GB of storage, which, if desired, can be increased using memory cards microSD. Complaints about the work of no wireless networks. GPS satellite reception speed is very good and almost envy from having internet connection.

In terms of performance, critical issues were found. But when you run standard applications, such as camera, for example, some setting items, not to mention third-party applications, you can see the message “Loading” or “Renewal.” In principle, this can be attributed to the slowness was a small amount of RAM. In the rest to us quite nimble machine.

High volume of both speakers, but at a high volume multimedia speaker starts to wheeze. The headphones sound good. Not being an expert in this field, I can only say that most users enjoy the sound. But the standard means of recording the conversation with no line, but it can be fixed by downloading the appropriate application from the store.

Despite having two SIM-cards in the smartphone just one radio set because of what you speak to one of the SIM-card second becomes inaccessible. If the hardware implementation, understanding, here’s the software implementation of the two cards is interesting. On the main screen there from two tiles messages and call log, that is one tile for each SIM-card. You can quickly switch between them. On the one hand it is good. Especially for a better separation between personal and work number. If this is not necessary, then why not get used to such implementation. Well, if the second SIM-card is only effective for the Internet, the tiles on the home screen can be easily removed.

As mentioned above, the smartphone is equipped with a removable battery capacity of 1830 mA * h In terms of autonomy no surprises. Medium loads smartphone can operate up to two days. As seen from the tests, some Android-smartphone, under equal conditions, demonstrate better results. More familiar with the test results can be autonomous in the table.

Display Nokia Lumia 630

Nokia Lumia 630 Dual SIM IPS-equipped with a screen diagonal of 4.5-inch with a resolution of 845 × 480 pixels with technology ClearBlack. In the role of protection of the display stands glass Gorilla Glass 3. But with resistance to fingerprints have a serious claim, as there is no oleophobic coating. The result is that almost always visible on the screen prints that are very difficult to be removed. Viewing angles are close to the maximum. Despite the low resolution, grainy screen is invisible to the naked eye. In sunny weather, the display remains visible

Measurement results show the following display brightness: 300 at maximum brightness, 7 cd / m ², 50% – to 101.1 cd / m ², a minimum of 14.51 cd / m ² (the default). It is noteworthy that in the absence of automatic brightness sensor leads to the fact that the user is able to adjust brightness only three aisles values: high, medium and low. Despite this there is a way out – to set the profile brightness. With this option, the user can not only change the brightness within the prescribed limits, but swap the maximum brightness to the minimum and vice versa. Minimum brightness value can be a record low, from 1kd / m ². Subjectively display good color rendering, and the ability to customize the color temperature and color saturation can be useful.

Camera Nokia Lumia 630

The handset features a 5-megapixel main camera with autofocus and aperture f/2.4 and 28mm. It can record video with a resolution of 1280×720 (720p) with a frame rate of 30 frames / s. Flash is missing.

The quality of the captured photos and videos in the first place affect the conditions under which they were taken. In good light photos taken by a smartphone, look quite good, but in low light expect something like that from the camera is not necessary. The overall quality of the camera can be called nothing more than average. The front camera is missing.

Results Nokia Lumia 630

Nokia Lumia 630 Dual SIM – first dvuhsimny WP-smartphone. Its main assets is attributed to the availability of slots second SIM-card, the latest version of the operating system, high-quality assembly and sturdy materials, the presence of a second cover with the device. The disadvantages – lack of automatic brightness sensor, front camera, a small amount of RAM.

Pros Nokia Lumia 630: High-quality housing, the availability of additional cover, loud speakers and good sound quality headphones, support the second SIM-card, current version of the operating system, the speed of satellite GPS, fine-tune the display and free navigation

Cons Nokia Lumia 630: Lack of automatic brightness sensor, photo quality camera, no front-facing camera, Mark Floor Display

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Pros: appearance, shell Acer Float UI, support for two SIM-cards, loud and quality earpiece

Cons: behavior in the sun and the lack of front camera, slow interface

Conclusion: The classic representative of the initial segment, the popularity of which will depend on the official price

Compact design. Excellent screen. Immediately ready to shoot. Clean sound. All it says about your company Acer new smartphone Liquid Z4. Sounds impressive, right? Let’s see whether this budget smartphone has all the above qualities.

Liquid Z4, we’ve got before the official start of sales, in the form of pre-sales of the sample without a single accessory and even the charger. Of course, to know his future, we can not complete set. One can only assume that this will be a simple little headset and charger with AC adapter.

Design and Ergonomics Acer Liquid Z4

We test on a smartphone in black with touches of red. Besides black version will be available in white. Acer Liquid Z4 is designed in classic candy bar form factor with rounded edges of the matte and glossy plastic. The thickness of the device is 9.7 mm, which is not a record, but quite good for the budget unit. In the pocket of jeans or pants to wear comfortable gadget. On the front of the grid located at the ends of the red, under which hide the earpiece above and multimedia speaker with microphone below. The entire front part is the display without glass coated oleophobic coating, over which emblazoned inscription Acer, proximity sensor, and light events. Display frames frame of glossy black plastic. Below the display are three touch-sensitive keys without light – “Back”, “Home” and “Manager running applications.” If you hold the center runs Google Now, when you press the right-most window opens with the last four running applications and multiple programs that can run on top of other applications (analog QSlide from LG).

On the right side is only serving volume button. Left side panel does not have a single control. The upper end has collected himself Power / Lock key and connector mini-jack. At the lower end is the same connector Micro-USB.

Sides are slightly pointed shape. The back side of the smartphone has a round speaker with a camera module with a red stroke, flash, microphone and multifunction button AcerRAPID, which resembles in its capabilities similar decision in the latest smartphones from the company LG. Located in the center embossed logo Acer, and at the bottom of the logo DTS.

The back cover is held by snap on and take off like all modern smartphones. Under the hood we find the battery, two slots for Micro-SIM-card and a slot for memory cards microSD. Build quality is on a good level, creaking appears only under strong pressure to the rear cover, otherwise no complaints. Recall that we do not test on a commercial sample, therefore, to argue that the smartphone bought in the store will behave exactly the same way, we can not.

Operating system and shell Acer Liquid Z4

Acer Liquid Z4 runs on Android 4.2.2 operating system using proprietary shell Acer Float UI. About this shell was written in the test Acer Liquid Z5 . In a nutshell, the shell is pretty and functional, but the interface does not always work smoothly. I want to highlight the ability to run four applications (calculator, notes, camera, stopwatch) and widgets on top of other windows – this function is called at the right touch with the “Manager running applications.” In the same way can be implemented to answer incoming calls and messages – a tooltip with the call or SMS appears on top of the open application

Among the pre-installed software is a “File Manager”, “Flashlight”, “Energy”, “Backup”, “Simple view”, “Barcode Scanner” and cloud service AcerCloud. AcerCloud is some variation of Google Drive, Dropbox and the like – to use to install the program on your PC and start Acer id, then photos, audio, video files and documents from your smartphone will be visible on your PC and vice versa. Diversifies shell “Simple view” that turns a smartphone on Android Windows Phone-like device – sorry just not quite correct operation of the interface (start the camera takes about 30 seconds, not intuitive, etc.) does not normally use them.

Original decision seemed floating screen lock – when you press the unlock button widget appears (of which several to choose from) and lower panel duplicated applications over which floats animated wave responsive to tilt smartphone.

Hardware Platform Acer Liquid Z4

The smartphone is built on a hardware platform MediaTek MT6572. It includes two core Cortex-A7 with a frequency of 1.3 GHz and a graphics core Mali-400MP. RAM 512 MB non-volatile memory – 4 GB. Compatible memory cards – the device worked quite well with microSD Class 4 32 GB.

System performance will be enough for undemanding users and most everyday tasks. Our test videos reproduced as a regular video player and MX Video Player, but some were seen braking. When playing with videofayov AC3-paths problems.

Launching the first Real Racing 3 on the device should not forget that before you budget smartphone, so you are not disappointed when the first minute of the game you throw the application, exactly the same situation with all the heavy applications. But Plants vs. Zombies or plain casual games, in the manner of recent LYNE, started with a bang and work without braking.

Taking smartphone in hand, catches the eye DTS inscription on the rear panel. There is the idea that the sound of the machine at a high level. Oh, no. In fact, it’s just advanced equalizer that allows you to change the equalizer settings (Rock, Pop, etc.) and adjust the high and low frequencies. We saw something similar in HTC smartphones to their cooperation with the Beats. The headphones sound standard for smartphone processor MediaTek – high quality do not wait.

Multimedia speaker also quiet and not particularly good quality. But the quality and volume of the speech dynamics at a good level and does not cause complaints.

Speed ​​detection satellites at cold start took 3.5 minutes, when you restart about 1.5 minutes. Communication speed Wi-Fi-network average.

Scheme of dual-sim smartphone standard single-radio. It is possible to select one of the cards by default or before each call to choose which card to call. While you are talking on one, the second is not available.

Autonomy Acer Liquid Z4

Autonomy device is average, despite the relatively capacious battery 1600 mA * h AnTuTu Tester issued 527 balls, which is an average result. Take the quiz GFXBench not work because of the constant discharge from the application. Two-hour test results can be seen in the comparative table.

With two cards installed and enabled data transmission over EDGE, about 20 minutes of calls, use Viber about an hour a day, the smartphone will last three or four days. When listening to music (1.5 hours), use Intagram and Facebook (30 minutes), use Viber (h) and 30 minutes of talk time, the smartphone stands about two days.

Display Acer Liquid Z4

Acer Liquid Z4 is equipped with a 4-inch TN-screen with a resolution of 800 × 480. Adjust the brightness occurs only manually. Minimum brightness is overstated, and the maximum brightness is clearly not enough to distinguish the information on the screen in bright sunlight, it is necessary to seek shade or comfortable angle.

When you activate the power saving brightness is reduced, and that contributes to increasing the autonomy of the device. Despite the use of TN-matrix angles are quite balanced – only when viewed from above colors are distorted. The screen responds to touch quickly and without hitches.

Since we’ve got a pre-test on the sample, it was equipped with a screen with some artificial intelligence – on the bottom right corner constantly tripped sensor and if there was a keyboard is open, press the letter “e”, in other applications pressed themselves unwanted items. Because of this, we were unable to check the display colorimeter, just did not have the opportunity to fix certain shades. This problem sleeping on the provided sample, commercial samples hope this will not happen.

Camera Acer Liquid Z4

The smartphone has only one chamber – the main. Front, unfortunately not, so that the smartphone does not suit those who like to self or chat on Skype. The main camera has an aperture of f/2.4, capable of capturing images at a resolution of 5 megapixels and record videos in HD (1280 × 720 pixels). The smartphone is equipped with a flash for taking pictures in the dark. The quality of images and videos is at an average level for the budget unit is perfectly acceptable.

Results Acer Liquid Z4

Before us is a classic representative of the budget class with all the attendant advantages and disadvantages. Liked the look of the device and the hull shape, which resembles grinded stone. Smooth interface leaves much to be desired, but for this price segment is the norm, in any case, it is possible to install faster launchers. The official price we failed to learn, but in foreign portals indicated price around $ 140, which corresponds to the price classmates stuffing.

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Pros: design, decent platform, high-quality front camera

Cons: autonomy, the quality of the main chamber, the location of connectors and 3.5 mm Micro-USB

Conclusion: balanced smartphone middle segment, the success of which depends on its cost, which will be known closer to the start of sales

Most of the new products shown by Huawei at the MWC 2014, we can find in the stores only the beginning of the summer , but one of them we were able to meet now. In this review, we will tell you about the smartphone HUAWEI Ascend G6, which is actually a simplified version of the Ascend P6 . Most of the “mini-versions” of expensive smartphones look quite boring on the background of the original models, but suddenly the company was able to reverse this trend?

Supplied HUAWEI Ascend G6

For an overview of the sample we got marketing, packaging smartphone so we will not tell, but the show that will be waiting for you inside: a charging unit with an output current of 1 A and frosted optic, USB-cable, a wired headset and documentation.

Design and ergonomics HUAWEI Ascend G6

Externally Ascend G6 strongly resembles P6, but in the placement of controls and the materials used are enough differences. So, on the screen there is: the front camera lens, a set of sensors, mesh earpiece and a miniature LED indicates battery charge status and any missed events. Under the screen, instead of the onscreen virtual keys, now there are three physical touch “Back”, “Home” and “Menu”. Long press “Home” Assistant launches Google Now, «Menu» – list of recent applications that are running. On the right side are located the power button and the volume button on the left – 3.5 mm plug on the top edge – the interface connector. Physical keys protrude above the body, have a quiet short click, use them conveniently. Sensitivity of the touch buttons is good, but their lighting is not uniform, it can be completely disabled in the settings. See rear main camera lens with flash placed on a metal pad, second microphone hole miniature and small lattice ring dynamics. Under the cover of thin plastic is non-removable battery and memory card slots and a Micro-SIM.

At comparable with Ascend P6 dimensions in hand smartphone felt quite differently. The reason lies in the fully plastic case without metal elements. This may seem like a disadvantage, but it is not so obvious. In the original model were sufficiently sharp edges that dug into his palm, periodically causing not the most pleasant sensation. Saved from complete silicone case that makes the model less slippery, but understated sense of “things in hand.” In the case of Ascend G6 palm nothing hurts, it fits comfortably in your hand and felt moderately thin, though still the same slippery.

Assembling the machine at a good level – if there is a strong squeezing small creaking plastic, but the whole body is sufficiently rigid and tightly knit.

Screen HUAWEI Ascend G6

In HUAWEI Ascend G6 used IPS-matrix diagonal of 4.5-inches and a resolution of 960 by 540 pixels. Minimum brightness is 19.7 cd/m2 average – 216.7 cd/m2, maximum – 421 cd/m2, contrast – 679:1. Checking the quality of the factory calibration revealed that exceed the space gamut sRGB, other parameters are also very strongly deviate from normal values ​​- judging by them, used a matrix with a certain stretch, average quality.

If we talk about the subjective impressions, the screen looks good – the maximum viewing angles, color reproduction is calm, natural. No air gap, so it is readable outdoors on a bright day.

Finger slides easily on the glass, and the sensitivity of the sensor response is good, only the control mode in gloves in Ascend P6, not here. Glass quickly collects fingerprints, but they are easily removed. The only thing that upsets – is the work wear-leveling brightness. Indoor brightness understated want to increase it to the same brightness jumps occur periodically.

Interface HUAWEI Ascend G6

The smartphone runs on Android 4.3 operating system with a shell Emotion UI 2.0 Lite. At first glance – it’s the same Emotion UI 1.6, which has already been described in the review HUAWEI Ascend P6 and Mate . Similar functionality – supported themes, there is a manager power settings gestures (movements), Notification Manager.

Dwell only on innovations. Actually, it is exactly one – in the settings you can enable “simple” desktop mode, resulting in a matrix of icons is reduced to 2 to 4, and in embedded applications increases the font size. This display method may be useful for people unfamiliar with smartphones, the elderly or the visually impaired.

Calls and multimedia HUAWEI Ascend G6

The quality of spoken and ringing speakers no complaints – they are medium in volume, have a pleasant enough sound. Vibrating alert is average in power, there is not always the case.

Quality music with headphones is good, it will satisfy most users. There are built-in “improver” sound DTS, but its use is not always justified, in some cases it can turn track in the “mess.” Unpleasant moment darkens musical ability HUAWEI Ascend G6 – 3.5mm connector location. He was left in the same place and the older model – at the bottom left-hand end. Headset plug complete L-shaped and short, he almost merges with the body, but to find a third-party headphones with the same will be very problematic, any direct plug will interfere.

In terms of omnivorous embedded player is not pleased – he refused to play the files in the container AVI, regardless of their resolution, so that likes to watch videos on your phone, you are to select a third-party player.

Performance and memory HUAWEI Ascend G6

If you believe the information provided on the official website, Ascend G6 is based on chip Qualcomm MSM8X12, which (according to the information available on the network) refers to a family of Snapdragon 200. But based on what version of the smartphone with support for 4G frequencies is based on Qualcomm MSM8926 as well as information from the benchmark, used a version of Snapdragon 400 with 4 cores Cortex-A7 or Krait 200 operating at 1.2 GHz and GPU Adreno 305.

This is confirmed by performance tests and games support – on a smartphone without podlagivany are Real Racing 3, Modern Combat 4. Amount of RAM is 1 GB built-in – 4 GB, it can be expanded to a memory card. In the settings you can specify the type of memory used by default. If you select the SD-card, it is mounted on a permanent place, the smartphone will assume that it has a built-in storage for large volume. This makes it possible to completely avoid the problem of lack of space for data storage applications, but should refrain from attempts to produce “hot swapping” memory card.

In everyday use, smartphone runs fast enough desks scrolled smoothly, lack of performance is not felt. At execution time intensive tasks cabinet slightly heated.

Search for GPS satellites is rapid data transfer speed Wi-Fi-network almost maximum.

Camera HUAWEI Ascend G6

The smartphone has two cameras – the main with a resolution of 8 megapixels, autofocus and flash and a front facing 5 megapixel. Camera application allows you to select one of the shooting modes make the basic settings.

The quality of images is average. Despite similar Ascend P6 resolution main camera module significantly less quality. Even in near-perfect shooting conditions noticeable mediocre detail shots in low light there is a strong noise.

Against the weakness of the main unit, front camera seems a real revelation. It seems that it migrated from the older model without modification. Given the resolution of 5 megapixels, it can be considered one of the best cameras available in the front devices middle segment.

Autonomy HUAWEI Ascend G6

The smartphone is powered by a non-removable battery capacity of 2000 mA * h Under typical operating conditions for the author, with an average load, smart phone worked for about a day.

Personal impressions tests confirm autonomy. Given the diagonal screen, the platform used, the battery capacity, Ascend G6 has everything to work longer, but as long as autonomy – not his strong point.

Results HUAWEI Ascend G6

Creators HUAWEI Ascend G6 bit overdone with the simplification of the original model. Compared with Ascend P6, smartphone lost quality metal body, a great screen, good basic camera deteriorated autonomy. Unfortunately, retained controversial decisions: 3.5mm connector located on the side, Micro-USB on. At the same time, you can find small advantages over the original model: the body does not hurt the hand, and used the platform is more versatile in terms of support for games.

If you do not try to compare with the G6 P6, it turned out good middling smartphone. It has an interesting design, balanced performance, pleasant in everyday use. HUAWEI Ascend G6 can be an interesting choice for users who pay attention to design, looking for a device with a small screen. But now the market offers a lot of good models of low middle price segment as from top manufacturers, and from B-brands. Last year’s model HUAWEI stood out among competitors, including an attractive price / performance ratio. Cost Ascend G6 will be known at the time of its appearance on the market. If this will be expressed at the local presentation hryvnia 3000, the model simply get lost against the competition, but with a price tag of 2000-2500 hryvnia Ascend G6 become more attractive purchase.

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Company Canon – impressively well-known player in the photographic and video graphic art. Managing to sit directly on a couple of chairs, a giant technological thought managed to win a place in almost all areas of technology, truly becoming known and recognized brand tools creative people.

Releasing his 5d Mark III, for example, the company not only showed that the world’s photography studio can be a king someone else besides medium format, but also proved that people can not imagine my life without the video, do not need heavy and expensive camcorder. And to this day, “Mark” has been a recognized leader selection and the object of desire of many. And to publish its affordable FullFrame-SLR, Canon proved – not all have to be good with a high price tag. We look at the Canon EOS 6D.

Design, buttons, wheels Canon EOS 6D

The first thing that comes to mind when you only take in hand “six” – is “Wow, 60D in another guise.” In fact, the camera is much closer in design and ergonomics is a younger model, rather than to the Mark III. Similar size, layout of controls, the very performance of these same elements. But first things first.

The body is made of magnesium alloy with small patches of plastic. All parts anyway in contact with the user’s palm, rubberized. Kind to the skin prevents slipping even in the sweaty little hands, but I would like to grabbing feel a little more comfort – for my huge palms trunk is smaller than it.

On the front side of the device there is nothing but serving the battery handle for the right hand and the release buttons on the left of the lens mount. Only after some time I found slightly protruding from the repeater diaphragm slightly to the right of the lens mount.

The left side given in favor of the accessory port, which hid behind the rubber plugs. Here – the connectors for the remote control and external microphone near – port MiniHDMI and AV / TV out. Output for headphones decided to donate, although such a move I do not understand. Enough space, the market price of a cheap MiniJack. Here’s a more flexible control over the quality of the recorded sound is priceless. Hopefully this is not a marketing ploy by type “if you want more – pay more for Mark III – just twice.”

At the top end on the left – the mode dial, with locking lever and cranking random ON / OFF switch. Right – display for more information and five shortcut buttons to the device features: choice of AF mode “film advance” – a single frame, or a series of self-timer, ISO, metering mode and key backlight additional display.

Centered upper face – classic projection, which is hidden mine pentaprism and hotshoe on it. But no internal flash. This is another disadvantage – despite the fact that the camera is still focused on more serious work than just shooting drunken companies, the light source would not hurt – for example, to “ignite” external light sources in remote flash mode .

The rear also not full controls – only the necessary minimum. With a slight shift to the left of the unit – a three-inch TFT-LCD with a resolution of 720 x 480 pixels. According to the manufacturer, there is a double anti-reflective coating. In fact, the viewing angle – about 150-170 degrees, basic information, though hard to read, but legible even in bright sunlight. Over it – only the Menu and Info, near – optical viewfinder frame coverage of 97% and an increase in 0.71h. As for me, is not enough, you can be a little more. Diopter adjustment wheel is hidden a little higher.

Right – the lever switch between camera and video mode and the Start / Stop button for quick recording video. On the extreme right side – button Af-On, function key selection button and focus points.

The remaining space is occupied by the zoom buttons, viewing the footage, quick settings key Q, a five-way joystick with the SET button in the center wheel button to erase images and lever lock the focus point.

All controls are very similar to those tactile in Canon EOS 60D, have the same speed and sound when pressed. Wheel – the same slippery, sometimes there are passages finger on it in warm dry weather. In the same gloves have to try to perform a scroll.

Immediately I want to say about the cons, and compare with the closest competitor in this price category and segment – Nikon D610 – the full review you can read here .

First, the dimensions can be done and more. Yes and controls place, not wishing – enough space. In the same competitor – as much as two slots for memory cards, which increases the convenience of shooting and storage. And we’re not in that place more, and that you can easily share photos and videos, making it easy to imagine life on the stage of sorting material. The same port for headphones Nikon is, despite its bug mode aperture in LiveView. And the internal flash will not hurt. By the way, during the operation “Six” got one more small and annoying minus – after frequent changes of media lid covering the card slot, become loose and slightly loosely fitted to the body. First, it is not good influence on dust and moisture protection (which, some no, but present), and secondly, gives you a feeling of insecurity or something.

Hidden from the eyes Canon EOS 6D

Inside – a full-frame 20 megapixel matrix and processor Digic V +. This bundle provides excellent responsiveness of the device not only in a vacuum, but in the actual operation. Burst speed – 4.5 c / s, which is not so much, especially in comparison with the Nikon D610, which boasts six frames. Regarding the buffer capacity – parity. Hero review begins to choke on 12 RAW + Jpeg and 15 RAW. And this is when using a fast memory card Transcend 64GB SDXC UHS-I Ultimate (her review here ).

ISO speed – from 100 to ISO 25600 in normal mode and 50 to 102 800 – in the extended. Photo quality and the amount of noise – expected. To 12800, you can shoot in Jpeg and not worry about the quality of the pictures, but since this value requires a process of developing of RAW. But here’s the values ​​above 25600 – for those cases when you need to remove a report or photo for the family album.

By the way, and was pleased that the printing operation can be performed with pictures up to 25,600 and even print formats A4 competent to processing RAW. In the D610 with this things a little worse.

Dynamic range is sufficient for most situations. Light and shadow passed well but in a situation with a complicated lighting on a cloudy day stands still include HDR, not to get a gray sky, like a rag.

Autofocus Canon EOS 6D

And here is simply to cry – a total of 11 points, of which only the center is based on the type of crusade. If we do not take into account the fans induced by the center point and ignore the rest, frankly not enough points. Very little. Autofocus is also complicated by the fact that the entire array is concentrated in the center of the frame, so that the edges are affected. Add to this all the poor lighting and slow optics – and get a bit of a problem – or hands, or with false passages, grips and shift focus lock chamber. And then remember D610 with its 39 points, 9 of cruciform

Interesting Features Canon EOS 6D

Of interesting features, in addition we have already become familiar tools such basic postprocessing of images, Wi-Fi and GPS. And if the latter is intended for prescription geotagging, here’s the first, according to trends, not only used for card sharing pictures, but also as a remote control via phone or tablet.

But there are some nuances that left a very bad feeling. To download the application EOS-Remote, you need to go to the U.S. As is the case with other stores, unfortunately, can not be verified. Second, after a long pair of camera settings smartphone, during which I repeatedly climbed into manual, I saw on the screen the words “video not available”. That is a remote control so I can only manage photos. What? Why?

Okay. When testing the possibilities, I realized that photo sharing and management of the basic settings type of exposure, exposure compensation and other things, the shutter release and other occurs plus / minus as well as competitors. But here’s the delay display images on the screen a smart second of three to five and terrible lag forced me to remove the application, do not use it until you fix it, and write – it would be better to do than to do for show.

Videography Canon EOS 6D

Rollers written in 1920 x 1080 pixels, with 30 available modes p and 50i. Of course, available and intermediate values. To get higher quality of the video there is a port for an external microphone, manual sensitivity adjustment of sound, manual control of aperture and shutter speed mode LiveView – all this provides additional freedom Videographer. But here’s the headphones to monitor the sound during recording, no. And it’s Fail, because in post can get out annoying interference or noise. Life is not fair – in the same D610 such withdrawal is, but iris control mode LiveView not.

Whatever it was, but almost all our reviews is removed by “six” – look.

Good Canon EOS 6D

• small size;
• ergonomics;
• port for an external microphone;
• high-speed performance;
• quality photos and video;
• availability of GPS and Wi-Fi;
• nice and bright display;
• workers, even at high ISO values.

Poorly Canon EOS 6D

• “Slippery” mode dial;
• Burst speed of only 4.5 K / S;
• small buffer;
• lack of built-in flash;
• no headphone output;
• 11 AF points, of which 1 Phillips;
• 1 slot for memory cards;
• implementation of Wi-Fi.
• What glass to take

Glass options for system Canon – rather, it is a philosophical question. A-brands can naturally boast huge park optics, besides not only proprietary production. Given the fact that the Canon 6D – it’s not exactly a budget thing, and that for the full potential of the matrix necessary to use high quality optics, look not at the cheapest options on the market.

Canon EF 24-105mm F4L IS USM – not the light version of dollars apiece, but you get all of the latest focal lengths – in most cases you will not experience difficulties. Besides, the lens refers to a series L, so that the plastic and drawing – is it all.

Canon EF 50mm F1.4 USM. This glass for you, if you need a versatile lens for every day that you can shoot all sorts of subjects, from landscapes to portraits. Besides the beautiful bokeh and high luminosity you play only on hand. There is such a lens about $ 450.

Canon EF 40mm F2.8 STM – his full review here . Great alternative to “fifty dollars” at much smaller sizes and the ability to shoot at least some macro. And all this for $ 250.

Canon EF 85mm F1.8 USM – inexpensive portrait lens with high aperture that will cool blur the background and shoot even in low light conditions without the need to set long exposure or use a tripod. Of course, within reasonable limits. Just $ 400.

Canon EF 70-200mm F4L USM – L-series lens tele-portrait direction. Although not high aperture, the lens boasts a beautiful pattern and presentable appearance (not for nothing that he is white). But seriously, this is one of the best-telephoto portrait lens for the money – $ 650.

Sigma AF 50mm F1.4 EX DG HSM – is another versatile aperture “fifty dollars” for those who are accustomed to use in 90% of cases only one quality lens for all occasions. Beautiful bokeh, high aperture ratio, compact size and $ 450 make this lens a great choice for followers of universalism.

Sigma AF 35mm F1.4 DG HSM – this lens series Art, which has already deservedly earn a reputation as one of the best wide-fixes. Beautiful figure, high build quality, a small number of defects, sharpness and high price of $ 800 – all this makes this instance simply must have in any wardrobe trunk.

Canon EF 35mm F1.4L USM – a proprietary analog of the previous model. Despite the fact that it has cost twice, no benefits, except the red rim, you do not get. Some photographers, for example, Anton Tkachenko, say “kenonovskaya” version is slightly merges “sigma”.

Canon EF 16-35mm F2.8L USM – supershirokougolny zoom for shooting architecture, landscapes, genre pictures and stories for 1600 bucks. Good sharpness, a small level of defects and recognizable pattern – all this makes the lens a good tool for investing money.

Canon EF 17-40mm F4L USM – is darker and cheap (2 times) alternative to the previous version. If you want to try yourself in the wide angle or simply do not have enough money, try in this lens. I’m sure he will not disappoint you.

Tokina AT-X 16-28mm F2.8 Pro FX – wide aperture zoom for $ 800. In fact, this is the answer eminent “native” brand. Good indicators of detail, sharpness and defects. If you do not know what to choose, just shoot at it yourself.

Alternative

Nikon D610

Basic and the main alternative to mirror the hero of our review. Outperforms the Canon 6D burst speed, two slots for memory cards, headphone port, but essentially loses sensitivity, the inability to change the aperture mode LiveView, and the other cons enough. Just see our full review .

Sony Alpha A7

Basic and main mirrorless alternative hero of our review. FullFrame-matrix, small size, the availability of all the necessary ports, price – all this will play into the hands of the owner. However, optics mount E is not so much. Besides, in the carcass is not installed optical and electronic viewfinder, so many this decision simply do not like it.

Summary Canon EOS 6D

As a result, we obtain the most affordable full-frame device from Canon for $ 1,700. With its shortcomings, with its pluses, some solutions “level of the other.” This is a great workhorse for every day, which simply can not remain indifferent to those who need a full-frame, high-quality photo and video, but – for a small price. A select Canon 6D or something of the alternatives – it is rather a question of faith.

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