At the end of last year, a new smartphone model W8510 was introduced. Philips (the developer of this device) positions it as a mid-range device. Comparing its hardware and software, we will determine whether this gadget belongs to this segment.
Package
Philips Xenium W8510 cannot boast of a rich package bundle. A review of its packaging only confirms this. The box contains the device itself, a user manual, a charger, a cable for connecting to a PC, an audio headset and a warranty card. The battery is built into the device itself, so it does not need to be installed separately. Its capacity is 3300 mA / hours and it will be charged for about three hours using a standard charger. At the same time, its resources at maximum load will last for 2 days of battery life. The only negative in this case is that the battery is integrated into the device and when replacing it, it is simply impossible to do without the help of a service center. Headphones sound very bad (comes bundled with W8510). Philips reviewsowners of this smartphone model only confirm this, they saved too much on this accessory. Therefore, music lovers should immediately buy a high-quality speaker system.
Case
W8510 cannot boast of a special case design. Philips took the path of least resistance. Classic monoblock with touch input. The diagonal of the device is 4.7 inches. It can be easily placed in one hand, but it won’t work like that: you will definitely have to use your other hand for this. In the upper right corner of the smartphone, there is an on/off button. On the right are the classic swings for raising or lowering the sound level. Additionally, a separate button has been added to quickly enter or exit the power saving mode. The screen is plastic, the smartphone case is not protected. In addition, the coating of the case just attracts dust. Therefore, without a cover and a protective film simply can not do. Build quality is mediocre. When shaking, the built-in battery vibrates. Definitely a developer oversight. Given the positioning of this device, the previously listed disadvantages are not too significant. Still, a mid-range device and you can't expect anything phenomenal from the W8510. Philips has kept production costs to a minimum and this is felt strongly in the case.
Filling
The hardware stuffing is just perfect for Philips Xenium W8510. A review of technical specifications is another confirmation of this. Computing heartThis smartphone is the MTK 6589 single-chip system. It includes 4 cores of the A7 revision AWP architecture. The clock frequency of each of them can vary in the range from 250 MHz to 1.2 GHz. If necessary, inactive cores are disabled to save power. Let's just say that its computing power is enough to solve most problems today. The second important component is the graphics card. In this case, we are talking about the SGX 544 from PowerVR. It harmoniously complements the central processor and also allows you to solve various problems without problems. There are no problems with the memory subsystem either. Operational - 1 GB, and built-in - 4 GB. In the latter case, about half is allocated for the needs of the user, that is, 2GB. If necessary, this volume can be increased several times by installing a flash card up to 32 GB.
The screen resolution is 1280 pixels by 720 pixels, that is, the picture is in very high quality. The display is based on a very high-quality IPS-matrix, which is capable of displaying more than 16 million colors. The device is equipped with a main camera of 8 megapixels (a flash is mounted next to it) and an auxiliary camera of 1.3 megapixels (it can be used to make video calls both in specialized programs and in third-generation networks). By the way, the phone provides the ability to install two SIM cards. The gadget works both in GSM-networks and in 3G. Another plus for the W8510. Philips keeps up with fashion in this regard and does not lag behind competitors. The weight of the device is 173 grams. It's hard, but withnothing less can be expected. One 3300 milliamp/hour battery is worth it.
Communications
Smartphone Philips W8510 has a rich set of communications. For quick exchange of information with the global web, a Wi-Fi transmitter is installed. With it, you can easily and simply connect to any available wireless network. The second important communication element is bluetooth, which will allow you to easily connect to a second device and exchange data with it. There is also a micro USB connector. With it, you can connect to a personal computer or charge the battery. Another important connector is the jack for connecting an external sound system: headphones or speakers. This smartphone is equipped with a navigation sensor that interacts seamlessly with the GPS system. It is possible to listen to radio stations, but this can only be done when a stereo headset is connected.
Soft
But with the software, not everything is so smooth with the W8510. Philips, reviews only confirm this, saved on this. The main problem is the outdated version of the operating system today. We are talking about "Android" version 4.2. This model has been on sale for almost a year, and updates to later versions have not yet appeared. Most likely, they will no longer be. So let's stick with what we have. In addition, there are no additional add-ons in this case. If you need something, download it in the play market and install it.
Result
The Philips W8510 is of two minds. The characteristics, on the one hand, are excellent, and on the other hand, they cause criticism. The disadvantages of this device are as follows:
- Plastic body.
- Outdated version of system software.
- Modest equipment.
But the pros are:
- Large screen with good resolution.
- Powerful and productive processor in conjunction with a graphics adapter.
- Great set of communications.
- A powerful battery that can provide a long battery life of up to two days.
- Democratic value.
As you can see, there are more pluses, and they are much more important for the user. So this is a great buy for those who are looking for a mid-range smart phone.
