With the development of technology, smartphones are becoming more accessible every day. In the ultra-budget segment, you can look at very good models for 4-5 thousand rubles. In this regard, traditional fixed-line telephones are becoming a thing of the past.
We remember the latter only when we have a long communication with relatives, colleagues or friends. Although all kinds of instant messengers with social networks have actively begun to take over this part of our everyday life.
So the manufacturers of such equipment are going through hard times. Despite this state of affairs, some of them are trying to stay afloat by releasing original phones that copy the mobile gadgets we are used to. One of the brightest representatives of this segment is the Gigaset SL910 from Siemens.
The device turned out to be very successful, and most importantly - in demand by a wide range of consumers. The presentation of the phone took place a long time ago, but it can still be found on sale, both in branded mobile phone stores and on the same Amazon from Ebay.
So, we present to your attention the review of the Gigaset SL910. Considerthe main characteristics of the device, its advantages and disadvantages, as well as the opinion of experts and ordinary consumers regarding the performance of the model.
Package
The device comes in a nice box made of fairly hard cardboard. On the front you can see the image of the device itself, and on the back there is a small instruction for the Gigaset SL910 and a brief specification.
The end parts are reserved for the usual barcodes, labels and other dealer elements. The interior decoration is organized very intelligently, and the accessories do not break apart and sit tightly in their grooves.
Scope of delivery:
- Gigaset SL910 phone;
- instruction in Russian;
- docking station;
- base;
- battery.
There are no covers, handbags, films and other related accessories here. So protection and other embellishments, if necessary, will have to be purchased separately. Judging by the reviews, many owners were pleased with the instructions for the Gigaset SL910. It is not as voluminous as that of competitors, but nevertheless very informative. A few sections are designed to the point and without water. After reading it, there are no questions left, and the head is spinning from the amount of information received.
Appearance
The bored design of most home phones no longer surprises anyone, so in the case of the Gigaset SL910, the manufacturer has chosen a non-standard path. The brand did not completely copy the appearance of smartphones, paying special attention to ergonomics.
The device turned out to be not as thin as a regular mobile gadget, but very convenient. The dimensions of the Gigaset SL910 radiotelephone are 134 x 58 x 16 mm with a weight of 160 g. It is very noticeable in the hand, but judging by the reviews, the owners do not consider this moment a minus.
The fact is that when you talk on an ultra-thin smartphone, there is a feeling of fragility and fear for the device. In addition, due to the “thinness” of the gadget, it does not fit completely in the palm of your hand, you have to constantly hold its edges with your fingers. The Gigaset SL910 phone, unlike modern smartphones, fits perfectly in the hand, and it is really convenient to talk on it.
Part of the front panel and the edging around the perimeter are chrome-plated. This solution looks very impressive, although you can’t call it practical. Judging by the reviews of the Gigaset SL910, the front panel collects fingerprints with dust, like a vacuum cleaner. The back cover also has a glossy finish with a smooth-touch material.
Assembly
Nothing to complain about here. All elements of the Gigaset SL910 body are tightly fitted to each other, and the device itself looks monolithic. Users in their reviews do not note the presence of squeaks, backlashes, crunches and other shortcomings. The same can be said about the device's docking station.
Interfaces
On the front panel of the Gigaset SL910 you can see the voice speaker. Judging by the reviews, users characterize its volume as above average. The interlocutor on the other end of the wire is heard very well. The proximity sensor behaves adequately and eliminates accidental clicks on the touch screen. Right overthe speaker is an event indicator.
There are three keys at the bottom of the front panel - "Accept", "Menu" and "End call". The buttons are mechanical with a minimum stroke and a clear pressure. The keys are backlit, so they are clearly visible in the dark. A little lower is the microphone grille.
On the bottom side there are interfaces for recharging the battery and mini-USB for synchronization with a personal computer. On the reverse side you can see the speakerphone and the name of the phone - Gigaset SL910.
The back cover can be removed by prying off the bottom edge. It is removed quite easily, but thanks to a well-thought-out design, accidental slipping is excluded. Under the cover is a proprietary battery Gigaset SL910.
Docking station
The phone stand is made in the form of a trapezoid with a chrome coating in one part and plastic in the other. The dimensions of the station can be called small - 33 x 74 x 57 mm. Behind the stand there is an interface for connecting the cable. On one side of the wire, we have the usual plug for an outlet, and on the other, a specific contact pad.
The docking station has rubberized feet to prevent slipping on the glossy surface. The phone sits quite tightly in the slots of the receiver and does not walk. It is pulled out easily if you do not change the angle of the device.
Main unit
This part is a black rectangle with a large mechanical key in the central part of the case. The button is required to search for the device or register it. If you look at the appearance of the docking station and the phone itself, then against their background the base unit looks faded and dull. So it's better to hide it out of sight somewhere in the nightstand.
The base received RJ-45 and specific RJ-11 interfaces, as well as a branded power connector. The device can be placed both on a horizontal surface and on a vertical one. For this, rubberized legs and a pair of holes for fasteners in the rear are provided. The dimensions of the base are quite modest - 105 x 132 x 46 mm, so there should be no problems with placement.
According to the operating instructions, the range of the phone ranges from 50 meters in block buildings and up to 300 meters "in the open field." Judging by the feedback from users, the device consistently receives a signal within the indicated limits, there were no interruptions in communication.
Display
If we compare the display of the phone with analogues of modern smartphones, here we have a mediocre solution. The device received a diagonal of 3.2 inches and a resolution of 320 by 480 pixels on a TFT-VA matrix. But given that this is a phone, and not an entertainment center, which are smartphones, it can be argued that this is a very good option for its segment.
The screen of the gadget is capacitive and touch. Judging by the reviews of the owners, his sensitivity is excellent. It easily fulfills even light touches. It is also worth noting that you can adjust the sensitivity inmenu.
Screen features
Image quality is quite decent for this diagonal. Color saturation and brightness with contrast proved to be very good. The only negative that all TFT-VA matrices suffer from is the viewing angles. When tilted, colors begin to dance and contrast decreases.
The backlight of the display turns on automatically as soon as you take the device in your hand. The solution is original and many users, judging by the reviews, liked it. In general, the owners did not make any serious claims to the screen. With its task, and this is the display of information about calls, it copes perfectly.
Platform
The phone works under the proprietary UI platform. The developers of the operating system managed to come close to the familiar counterparts that we see on smartphones. Plus, the platform looks pretty cool.
There are three desktops available to the user. The first one is reserved for widgets. In order to pull out a new icon from the manager, just hold your finger on an empty spot on the desktop, and after the panel appears, drag the desired element to its place. All widgets are square, and a glow effect has been added to give them volume.
The second desktop contains all current events: missed calls, operator messages and active notes. The third table is entirely occupied by the dialer - a number block with labels at the bottom: call, reset, directory and speed dial.
To navigate throughdesktops, you can use both the usual swipe with your fingers, and taps on visual elements at the top of the interface. Scrolling is cyclic, which, judging by the reviews, did not please all users. And there is no way to cancel it.
The platform interface also allows you to call the system curtain by swiping down. There you can activate the "Eco" mode, turn on bluetooth, bar all calls, set an alarm, etc. Users are generally positive about the platform's interface and its operation.
Tables do not slow down and smoothly turn over at the first click. Many were pleased with the original animation effects. The only thing that users sometimes complained about was that the font was too small for the existing screen diagonal. Those who experience vision problems will have to look for a special firmware for the device, because it will not be possible to change the sizes with local tools.
The platform has all the necessary functionality for a phone: a directory of subscribers, notes, date / time, SMS, call lists, a network box, etc. Separately, it is worth noting the presence of a baby monitor that works great.
Autonomy
The phone has a 1000 mAh lithium-ion battery X447. If you believe the instruction manual, the battery provides autonomy to the handset up to 200 hours in standby mode (about a week) and up to 14 hours of continuous talking.
Judging by the reviews of the owners, in practice the data presented is not entirely correct. Standby phoneworks on average no more than four days, and continuous calls will land the battery in 5-6 hours.
Nevertheless, this is a very good indicator for a mobile gadget, especially if you look at voracious smartphones that cannot last even a day. In general, for a landline phone that spends most of the time at the base, the autonomy indicator is not critical.
Being in the docking station, the handset charges in 8-9 hours with a completely discharged battery. There are no problems with reloading. So you can safely leave the phone at the base without looking back at the time spent there.
In conclusion
Judging by the reviews, users have no complaints about the telephone set. The model quietly works day and night and pleases with a stable connection. In addition, the manufacturer managed to attract consumers with an original design and overall high quality of the device.
This device should be treated as a stylish piece that complements the interior of an office or apartment. In this role, he looks extremely attractive. As for practicality, the model recaptures the money invested in full, and there is no smell of overpayments for some chips. In short, if you need a stylish, reliable and functional landline phone, then the Gigaset SL910 is what you need.
