Inexpensive, but at the same time quite functional smartphone - it's all about Lenovo A316I BLACK. Reviews characterize this device only on the positive side. And if it has any drawback, then it is compensated by the democratic cost of the device.
Package
Lenovo A316I BLACK comes standard with accessories. Reviews highlight only the documentation. In this case, in addition to the usual user manual and warranty card, there are three more descriptions of the device in different languages, one of which is in English. Stereo headset in this model of economy-class smartphone. It exists, and that's where its benefits end. The sound quality is not very good, but you can listen. If you are a music lover and love good sound, then you simply cannot do without additional costs for high-quality acoustics. The battery included in the kit has a capacity of 1300 milliamps / hours. Also included in the box is a battery charging adapter and a MicroUSB/USB cable.
Body and controls
Only in one color design this device is presented on the market - black. It is not surprising - this gadget belongs to the class of entry-level devices and there is a sense of savings on everything that is possible. The case is completely made of plastic, including the front panel. As a result, the owners of this device cannot do without a protective film. The back cover has a matte finish, on which fingerprints and dirt will not be noticeable, but the cover will not be superfluous either. The volume and power buttons are well-placed. The first two are on the right edge of the device. This allows you to operate your smartphone with one hand. The case is assembled soundly and there are no backlashes in it. Under the back cover there are 2 slots for installing SIM cards and one for an external drive. A little lower is the battery seat, which contains important information about the device: model name "Lenovo A316I BLACK", UACRF, for example, (the adaptation region in this case is Ukraine, for Russia this abbreviation is replaced by PCT), serial number, IMEI. The overall dimensions of this device are as follows: 118 mm by 63 mm. Its thickness is 12 mm and the weight is only 130 grams. Excellent performance for an entry-level device with such dimensions.
CPU
Weak processor installed in Lenovo A316I BLACK. Reviews note this significant drawback. In this case, we are talking about MT6572. It has only 2 "A7" architecture cores capable of operating in the most intensive use mode at a clock frequency of 1.3 GHz. To run demanding toys this is clearlynot enough. But if you like chess, turn-based strategies or just "chasing balls" problems should not arise. For movies, music and websites, the processing power of this processor is quite enough. In summary, this CPU is a great solution for undemanding users.
Graphics and screen
The graphics adapter is much better than the CPU. In this case, we are talking about Mali-400MP. This is a very productive solution that can easily and easily handle most of the tasks at the moment. But it will not be possible to fully reveal its potential on this smartphone model due to a weak central processor. The screen of this smart phone is quite modest by today's standards - only 4 inches. Its resolution is 800x480 and it is based on a matrix based on TFT technology. But you can't expect more in a budget gadget. Another nuance - the touch screen in this model can process up to two touches simultaneously.
Camera
An interesting situation is obtained with cameras in Lenovo A316I BLACK. A review of its front panel clearly indicates that there is no camera on it. That is, making full-fledged video calls when the interlocutor sees you, and you see him, using this device will not work. You can only turn the screen to yourself to see the interlocutor, or turn the camera on the back side in your direction, but the picture, of course, will not be visible. In general, it turns out that although there is full support for 3rd generation networks, butto fully use their capabilities using the "A316" will not work. The main camera of 2 megapixels, as noted earlier, is placed on the back side of the smart phone. The mere fact that it is 2 megapixels already speaks volumes. Expect high-quality pictures or videos from it is not necessary. There is no autofocus, no stabilization system is provided, there is no backlight. So it turns out that there is a camera, otherwise what quality is the second question.
About memory
It should be noted right away that there are two modifications of this smartphone model. The difference is that one of them has the letter "i" at the end of the name, while the other does not. In the first case, the amount of installed RAM is 512 MB, and built-in - 4 GB. But the second modification is equipped with 256 MB of internal and RAM. Micro SD memory cards are also supported. Lenovo A316I BLACK mobile phone can address 16GB. The second modification (without "i") supports external drives with the same amount of memory.
Autonomy and battery
Smartphone Lenovo A316I DUAL SIM BLACK comes with a 1300 milliamp/hour battery. Its capacity is enough for 3-4 days of battery life without recharging the battery. On the one hand, 2 SIM cards at once use its capacity a lot. On the other hand, an energy-efficient processor, a small screen size (only 4 inches) and competent optimization of Chinese engineers can allow you to work longer on a single charge. If desired, and a minimum capacity load of 1300milliamps / hours can be enough in this case even for a week. So things aren't so bad for A316 here.
OS
As noted earlier, there are two modifications of this smart phone model. The difference in their name is that one of them has an "i" index, while the other does not. In addition to the different amount of memory in them, they also differ in the versions of the operating system. If on the first one a completely modern “Android” is installed, which has version “4.2”, then the second device is running both morally and physically outdated “2.3.6”. In the latter case, there may be problems installing some programs. Therefore, such a purchase does not seem entirely appropriate.
Soft
Smart phones of the LENOVO brand, apart from the OS itself, have a fairly wide range of pre-installed software. But in our case, this is not entirely good. The younger "A316" has on board 256 MB of RAM and built-in memory, which is immediately occupied by this software. That is, the user can not do without a memory card. Although there is much more memory installed (512 MB and 4 GB, respectively) in the Lenovo A316I BLACK smartphone, reviews indicate that this is not enough today. So you can't do without an external drive in this case. Among the pre-installed software, one can single out an antivirus, a set of applications from Google and standard utilities (calculator, calendar, etc.). If you want to uninstall any of this, then it just won't work. Straightawayyou need to get root rights, and then just remove unnecessary software. Another problem is that there may be problems with the firmware in the future after uninstallation.
Communications
This smartphone model has a rather modest set of communications. The following information transfer options are supported:
- Wi-Fi is the main and fastest way to get data from the global web.
- Bluetooth is the ideal solution when small files and data need to be transferred or received on a similar device.
- "A-ZHPS" - navigation system. With coverage on 2nd and 3rd generation networks, it allows you to accurately determine your location.
- MicroUSB is a wired interface that can be used for both battery charging and PC reset.
- 3, 5 mm audio jack is used to connect external speakers.
Summarize
Something supernatural is not to be expected from a device like Lenovo A316I BLACK. The price for it starts at $40. Cheaper, really, nowhere. Any option that is installed in it and functions successfully is already a plus. Like, for example, a camera or a speaker system. Yes, they are, but their technical specifications are not pleasing to the eye. But still it is in this smartphone model. Based on the amount of memory and the version of the installed operating system, it is more preferable to buy a device with the “i” index. It has 2 times more RAM - 512 MB, the built-in storage capacity is 4 GB. And OS version 4.2. In turn, just "A316" has 256 MB of RAM and built-in memory, and the version of "Android" in it is morally and physically outdated - 2.3.6. Therefore, when choosing a new inexpensive smartphone, it is better to look towards the Lenovo A316I BLACK. Feedback from the owners of this device only confirms this.
