Chinese computer firm Lenovo has long been tackling the smartphone market. Its first products were perceived without much enthusiasm, but those who managed to evaluate the work of the models of this manufacturer were satisfied. First of all, the serious approach of specialists to the implementation of these products contributed to the success. Also, smartphones use high-quality materials for the case. But the most attractive feature of this brand was the low price of products.
Today there is no unequivocal answer to the question of whether it is worth buying smartphones from Lenovo or not? It all depends on what the user is used to working with and what features he needs. And the latest smartphone "Lenovo" P780 has plenty.
It reflects all the modern developments of the industry, as well as some of its innovations. This suggests that the company does not stand still and is actively developing this area.
Who's who
For a clear classification of their products, specialists have a very simple and understandable marking. Everyone is already used to the fact that the model has a letter in the first place. It stands for device class. The letter K (for some reason, the last letter from the wordGeek) means the most advanced achievements and is assigned to the flagship models. The letter S (from the word Stylish) is assigned to stylish models that have distinctive features in appearance. If the letter A (from the word Affordable) is at the beginning of the name, then these are budget models. And finally, the letter P means that the model is made for the business class, although it is taken from the word Proffesional. As you may have guessed, the Lenovo P780 phone belongs to this group. This line contains devices with characteristics that are slightly less than the flagship ones. But there is something different from ultra-functional advanced devices.
Overall impression
When you first get acquainted with the device, there is a strong impression that you have a thoughtful and high-quality smartphone in your hands. This is partly an effect of the weight, which is 176 g. Compared to other plastic "cars", it is heavier. This is facilitated primarily by the battery, which, together with a capacity of as much as 4000 mAh, also has a solid weight.
The back cover of the device is completely made of metal, which gives a pleasant chill in the palm of your hand. There is also a metal edging along the contours. It is worth noting that not many companies tinker with metal parts and prefer plastic. In this regard, the characteristics of Lenovo P780 compare favorably with competitors.
There are only three physical buttons in the device itself. One for power on and two for volume control. Everything on the front is touch sensitive. In principle, no one will be surprised by such a performance. Probably soon there will be smartphones in generalwithout such "remnants" of the past era.
Appearance
The appearance of this smartphone is not the most unique. Everything is done in traditional colors and shapes. The front side is completely covered with Gorilla Glass 2 and gives the impression of solidity. The black color of the case adds even more solidity and masculinity. Everything is done so concisely and simply that I want to call the smartphone a pedant. Undoubtedly, it was created for businessmen who are primarily interested in work. And in our case, it is quite long.
If someone doesn't like dark colors, then you can buy a cover for Lenovo P780 and transform its blackness into what you like. It will not be difficult to find it in the accessories market.
The main three touch buttons at the bottom of the screen are white-lit icons that display the essence of the operation when they are activated. They are almost invisible when the smartphone is in standby mode.
The back side is, as mentioned earlier, a metal cover. Its color is black with lines showing through the paint or, if you like, scratches that imply factory quality. It also has the brand's name embossed in bold white.
Power and memory
After the impression of the physical data, the user will be no less surprised by the hardware stuffing. At the heart of the device is a crystal with four cores. Each of them operates at a frequency of 1200 MHz. For some reason, there is 1 GB of high-speed memory. But still this bunch is more thanenough for Lenovo P780 firmware to work reliably and quickly.
There is 4 GB of built-in space for storing files, and it can be extended up to 32 GB with memory cards. However, you will definitely have to buy additional memory, because only 2.8 GB of the 4 built-in ones are available.
A processor called Power VR SGX 544 is used to process video data.
Electronic tests
If we run the smartphone system through virtual testers and compare the results with similar competitors, it turns out that our challenger occupies an average position. In some cases, when users wrote a review of the Lenovo P780, there were also less than average results. But you shouldn’t rely on such data especially, because not every person’s smartphone will work at critical loads.
Screen and device sensor
To display information, a five-inch screen with an IPS matrix is used. The resolution is 1280×720 pixels and is not the best solution. But the clarity of the image is quite suitable for the Lenovo P780. Feedback on the screen is mostly positive.
Brightness control can be left to the hands of automation or you can set your own values. At maximum illumination, the picture looks clear, and the colors are balanced. With a strongtilting the screen, you can notice some distortion in the color reproduction. Purely black color when tilted turns into dark blue. But everything is within reason.
For the convenience of the user, when the phone is brought to the ear, the proximity sensor is activated and disables the sensor. Therefore, do not worry that a touch can be perceived as a function control.
The sensor is well trained to recognize up to ten simultaneous touches. With this, you can flexibly manage functions and quickly switch between them.
Protection from external influences
If you look closely, you can see that the surface of the protective glass has an anti-reflective coating. It does its job quite well. There is also a special oleophobic (grease-repellent) layer, which to some extent prevents the appearance of fingerprints and greasy stains. And if they appear, they can be very easily removed from the screen. Use a soft cloth or microfiber for this purpose.
Photo and video features
For lovers of photography, an 8-megapixel camera is installed in the smartphone. She shoots with average quality, which will not disappoint, but will not surprise either. Photos from the Lenovo P780 camera, reviews of which can be found on the Internet, look normal, and blur can be seen only in the background. The color rendition is true and does not fall into any of the spectra.
To help, there are automatic and manual focusing. It is also possible to select the desired quality and format of the image. Installed for shooting in the darkLED fill flash.
Videos are shot in Full HD (1080p) quality. They look great on screen. When viewed on a wide monitor, the quality is slightly lost, but this is not critical. In video mode, two file formats are available: MP4 and 3GP.
For video calls, there is a small 0.3 megapixel front camera. Its quality is only sufficient for this purpose. But you can also take a picture for contacts.
Two SIM cards and their mode of operation
To distinguish between business and home calls, the Lenovo P780 phone has the ability to install two SIM cards. Since the device has one radio module, they work alternately. When talking on one operator, the second will be unavailable. The location of the cards is very convenient, since you do not need to remove the battery to remove them.
To set up the work of operators, you should immediately assign a card for using the Internet, sending SMS and other functions. To make calls, the phone will ask you to select an operator each time.
Wireless and useful programs
You can use the built-in Wi-Fi and Bluetooth modules to exchange data with other devices. They will allow you to send and receive files, as well as access the Internet.
There is a pre-installed browser for surfing the net. Icons for quick login to accounts of all popular social networks are already installed in the smartphone menu.
To determine the coordinates there is a GPS-navigator. It will help you navigate the terrain and get directions to the right place.object. In addition to it, there is a built-in compass and accelerometer.
Office software package installed for working with documents. If you need to record something, and there is no pen at hand, you can use the built-in voice recorder. All this is perfect for those who often work with text files and who need to capture various information.
Device battery
The indisputable advantage of the smartphone is its powerful battery. According to the manufacturer, it is able to maintain talk time up to 43 hours. Most likely, this is a very real picture. With intensive use, the device lasts for about three days, which is a very good result by the standards of such devices.
The battery itself takes up most of the space under the back cover. The manufacturer strongly discourages removing it. That is why it is screwed on. For warning, even a special strip in the form of a seal is pasted. By the way, the warranty will be void if damaged.
Since the smartphone does not want to part with the battery, a reset button is provided. It is located near the memory card slot and is colored red.
Ease of use
Controlling the functions of a smartphone is familiar to those who have been using such equipment for a long time. Holding the device in one hand, you can safely use it. The only remark about the "Lenovo" P780, reviews of which were found on the Internet, is the location of the lock and power button on the upper end of the case. This performance makes you reach out with your finger every time you use it.
Next to the button is a slot for connecting a USB cable. It is sealed with a special plastic lid, which can only be opened if there is a threat of breaking a nail. It is indeed very tightly closed. She will have to fight every time you need to charge your phone.
In terms of managing functions, everything is convenient and thoughtful. A small proprietary shell is installed on top of the Android 4.2 system. Everything works fast. For example, when you start the navigator, satellites are determined surprisingly quickly. Therefore, in this regard, the characteristics of the Lenovo P780 are well suited for a car that needs an interactive map of the area.
From the manufacturer
When unpacking the Lenovo P780 box, the photo of which is shown on its surface, you can directly find the smartphone itself, the charger and the USB cable in it. Separately, I would like to say about the OTG cable, which is also included in the kit. It is a short cable with a micro USB plug on one side and a USB slot on the other. Thus, you can connect a regular USB flash drive to your smartphone to transfer and copy data. Not every manufacturer can boast of such a function.
Among other things, vacuum headphones were put in the box. They sound good. They can be safely attributed to the benefits.
For those who hold a smartphone for the first time and want to master LenovoP780, instructions - to help. It will allow you to quickly learn the main functions of the device for effective use.
Overall impression
This model will undoubtedly be in demand in the market. Since the problem of battery life among competitors is quite acute, those who need a long time without recharging will prefer this particular brand.
Also, a positive incentive will be the price of Lenovo P780, which is somewhat lower than the others. However, there is no danger that this may be a sign of poor quality.
After the release of this smartphone in 2013, users started talking on the forums about the Lenovo P780 model. Reviews in most cases were positive. Everyone noted a good assembly, fast work and, of course, just an unprecedented battery life.
