Thin touchscreens are long gone, and manufacturers are looking at new ways to combine the concept of a smartphone and a hardware keyboard. One way or another, today there is an acute shortage of mobile devices with full-fledged diggers. This is due not only to nostalgia for classic phones that are fading into the past, but also to a practical factor. Despite all the advantages of touch devices, the real feel of the buttons becomes an advantage in the rain or in other difficult operating conditions. Against this background, the only alternative is a smartphone with a QWERTY keypad. I must say that today this direction of development is gradually losing its relevance, but it is still possible to find several worthy models of such a device.
Push-button smartphone manufacturers
Perhaps BlackBerry has mastered the QWERTY keyboard best of all. Smartphones with buttons are regularly released under this brand, the latest of which was the Q10. Noteworthy are the developments from budget manufacturers Runbo and Alcatel. Of course, the products of these brands for the most part attract with a low price, however,technological performance of push-button devices is worthy of praise. But Nokia push-button smartphones are not so widely represented. The Finnish manufacturer, during the popularity of this segment, managed to release several interesting models, but the company still gave the main efforts to sensor development. It is important to note that the QWERTY keyboard is quite specific in its configuration, and therefore such devices do not have serious success on the market. Nevertheless, wanting to cover the maximum range of consumers, some companies still developed this concept. How successful this is can be judged by the average characteristics of such a phone.
Characteristics of models
As far as performance is concerned, almost all of the most notable recent devices are equipped with 2-core processors. RAM is rarely less than 2 GB, and the data capacity is completely consistent with the capabilities of touch models. Screens rarely show off decent sizes, but there are exceptions. For example, the push-button Android smartphone Runbo X3 is equipped with a display with a resolution of 800x480. In the latest models of touch devices, a 5 megapixel camera is usually used. However, developers of keyboard counterparts do not skimp on the number of characters - most devices of this type are provided with 8-megapixel modules. Another thing is that the quality of the resulting images is rather modest, despite the matrices.
It is worth noting another characteristic that is significant for all smartphones - capacitybattery. In the case of push-button versions, problems with autonomy are not so acute. The average battery capacity range is 2,000 mAh, but there are exceptions. For example, BlackBerry's push-button smartphones with small screens have a smaller volume, and the mentioned Runbo X3 is supplied with a 3800 mAh battery.
Most Successful Machines
In addition to the models described, it is worth noting the proposals from Nokia and Alcatel. So, under the Finnish brand, the E5 device stands out with a good camera and decent functionality. It should be noted that in the development of keyboard devices an important role is played by the experience of developers in the layout of the case. And Nokia did it very well. Therefore, if you need to choose the best push-button smartphone with QWERTY technology, then the E5 has a chance to become a leader. Also OneTouch 916D from Alcatel can compete for the championship. Again, the model is notable for its appearance - by the way, it has separate awards for design. In other parameters, too, everything is decent. The smartphone holds a charge well, works with two "sim cards" and does not cause any particular complaints about reliability,
Positive feedback on push-button smartphones
As a rule, such gadgets are chosen by users who are initially ready for the difficulties of handling an unusual button configuration. Therefore, there are a lot of laudatory reviews, and for the most part they all come down to the merits of ergonomics. Of course, you can call such a layout convenient with seriousreservations, but the very approach to typing through the QWERTY system, of course, is admired by those who are used to small keys. It should also be noted high functionality. According to users, push-button smartphones are superior to touch-sensitive counterparts in some positions. First of all, it refers to communication capabilities. Since a step has been taken in this direction through the hardware-constructive part, then the internal stuffing should not lag behind - this can explain the desire of manufacturers to increase functionality.
Negative reviews
Still, there are many users who have not appreciated the convenience of push-button smart phones. Even if you do not take into account the disadvantages of a small keyboard, the owners note the modest size of the screens. The block with the keyboard in any case crowds the location of the display, which is why you have to either reduce the screen or increase the overall dimensions of the device. Therefore, push-button smartphones are especially sharply criticized by those who like to share photos, watch videos, and also play games. It turns out that the user gets the same filling, but in a more modest design, in addition, getting an uncomfortable keyboard. It is clear that this segment did not become massive.
Conclusion
Despite the differences of opinion on the advantages and disadvantages of smartphones with a keyboard, the demand for mechanical typing with the same function control remains. And push-button smartphones that implement the QWERTY configuration remain the only worthy offer for buyers withsuch requirements. But there is one more nuance - the fact is that the touch device could remain push-button without the "button-symbol" system. The revolutionary nature of keyboard devices was not in the maximum presentation of the button layout right in the user's palm, but in the thoughtful combination of a smart phone and physically felt keys.
