An entry-level smartphone with acceptable performance and an indecently large screen size - this is all "Lenovo A859". Reviews, specifications and other important information about this device will be given as part of this review.
CPU
The processor in this gadget is MT6589 with four cores of the ARM Cortex A7 architecture on board. Until recently, this CPU belonged to the middle segment. But now a whole group of chips based on the ARM Cortex A53 architecture has come out, and this processor has automatically descended into the segment of initial devices. But still, its computing capabilities are quite enough to perform most everyday tasks. Watching movies, listening to music, playing games at an entry-level and intermediate level, navigating the area, surfing the web - the MT6589 can handle all this without any problems. The only thing he may have problems with is the latest generation of toys. But this disadvantage is compensated by the impressive screen diagonal and the democratic cost of Lenovo a859. Reviews of all the above only confirm.
Graphics subsystem. Reviews
This smartphone has a fairly powerful graphics subsystem. Its computing power is provided by the Mali 400MP2 graphics accelerator. Its capabilities are enough to solve most problems. The display diagonal is 5 inches. This is the main advantage that distinguishes the Lenovo A859 smartphone from its analogues. Reviews of satisfied owners of this gadget on most information resources are another confirmation of this. The type of matrix used is IPS. The screen resolution is 1280 dots in width and 720 dots in height (that is, the image is displayed in HD quality) and it displays about 16 million colors. The touch display in this model is capable of processing up to 5 touches simultaneously.
Unforgettable about cameras
Things are not bad with video recording and photography at Lenovo A859. Main camera specifications are as follows:
- 8 MP sensor.
- Digital zoom supported.
- For improved image quality, there is an automatic stabilization system.
- There is a LED light for taking pictures at night.
All of the above allows you to get high-quality pictures and flawless videos. There is also a 1.6MP front camera. Its main task is to make video calls in 3rd generation networks or via the Internet using specialized software, for example, via Skype. With these tasks, the camera is excellentcopes, but it definitely won’t be enough for something more.
Memory
This phone model cannot boast of an impressive amount of memory, but it is quite enough for the normal functioning of the device. RAM is 1 GB. Built-in storage size - 8 GB, but the user can use only part of this memory. Today it is not enough. Therefore, you can not do without an external drive. Supported memory cards format "TransFlash" with a maximum capacity of 32 GB. There is no card in the original package. As a result, you will have to buy such a drive separately.
Communications
The Lenovo A859 phone boasts a rather large set of communications. Reviews of the owners of this device also testify to this. Available data transfer standards include the following:
- 2G and 3G networks. In the first case, GPRS and EDGE standards are supported. The maximum speed in this mode is several hundred kilobytes. For simple sites and social services, this will be enough, but it will be problematic to see something more serious. The situation with 3rd generation mobile networks is much better. Depending on the type of coverage, the information transfer rate can range from 5.76 Mbps (HSUPA standard) to 21.1 Mbps (HSDPA standard). In any case, this is quite enough for watching videos online, downloading large files and making video calls.
- Another importantthe transmitter is Wi-Fi. Such wireless networks have a short range (up to ten meters in diameter), and the data transfer rate in them can be up to 150 Mbps. It is in such networks that you can fully unlock the potential of a smartphone. Even the largest files download in minutes.
- Bluetooth is also supported. The transmission speed of this standard is relatively low, and the range, at best, will be ten meters. It is well suited for transferring small files to similar devices. In other cases, it is inappropriate to use it.
- Micro-USB is a universal wired interface. It is mainly used to charge the battery. But if necessary, it can be used to connect such a device to a personal computer.
- The last connector that is on the Lenovo A859 is a 3.5 mm audio jack. An external speaker system is connected to it.
Case and ergonomics
According to the design, the Lenovo A859 smartphone belongs to the category of monoblocks with the ability to touch information. The dimensions of the device are 142 mm by 72 mm. At the same time, its thickness is only 9.5 mm. Case material - plastic. The front panel is also made from it. Therefore, you immediately need to buy a protective film and a high-quality case. The control system is well thought out in this device by Chinese engineers. All mechanical buttons are grouped in the upper right corner. On the top edge there is an on / off button, and on the right - a regulation swingvolume. The touch buttons are located on the front panel below the screen. In this case, there are three of them: "Menu", "Back" and "Home". The display is made with capacitive technology, and there are no problems with response.
Package
Standard, as for this class of devices, the equipment of this smartphone. It includes documentation: warranty card and instructions. Lenovo A859 comes with the following accessories:
- 2250 milliamp/hour battery.
- Stereo headset.
- Charger.
- Micro-USB/USB cord.
Battery and autonomy
"Lenovo A859" is equipped with a 2250 milliamp / hour battery. Its one charge is enough for two to three days of battery life. But here the key role is played not by the battery capacity, but, most likely, by the high-quality work of Chinese programmers, who optimized the power consumption of the device as much as possible. Hence, it turns out two or three days of battery life on a single charge. Excellent value for a device with a diagonal of 5 inches.
Soft
The most popular modification of "Android" today - 4.2 is installed on the smartphone "Lenovo A859". But at the same time, it is already a little outdated, and updates are not expected. Added "Android" "Lenovo launcher". With it, you can easily customize the interface of the operating system to suit your needs. Among other software, one can distinguish foreign social services ("Instagram", "Twitter" and, of course,"Facebook"), applications from "Google" (mail, social network "Google+", "YouTube", etc.). There are also standard utilities, such as a calendar, a calculator. The rest of the software will need to be installed. These are, for example, domestic analogues of social networks (VKontakte, Odnoklassniki and My World).
Results
As part of this short review, an entry-level smartphone with a large display diagonal, Lenovo A859, was examined in detail. Reviews, technical specifications and other important information about it indicate that this is a great gadget. Its main advantages are impressive dimensions, a good level of performance and a democratic pricing policy. It will perfectly cope with tasks such as playing most games, text, media files, surfing sites and navigating the area. The only thing he can't handle is the most demanding games of the latest generation. If you do not consider yourself a gamer and you just need a good smartphone, then you can safely buy a Lenovo A859 phone.
