Not so often we have the opportunity to present in our reviews devices that were released by domestic companies. Today there is such an opportunity, since we will discuss the Russian Wexler Tab 7T tablet. In many reviews, it is compared with the American hyped computer Asus Nexus 7. There are really a lot of similarities - simple appearance, Nvidia Tegra 3 processor, low cost. In the article, we will describe our product, and readers will simply make their own conclusion about how much the device resembles an "American".
Design
With the appearance of the Wexler Tab 7T, everything is not as rosy as we would like. We see that the body of the device is left over from the previous generation Tab 7i, which did not suit many users for a number of reasons. In particular, this is a large body thickness (about 13 millimeters), rough right angles, a thick bezel (2.3 cm on the sides, if you hold the device horizontally). All this creates not the most technologically advanced look for a tablet - it seems that it was produced in the USSR. Oh well - let's win back on the filling.
The developers came up with an original approach to the placement of the navigation keys. If we are used to the fact that the sound adjustment and screen unlock buttons are located on the rightside face, then on the Wexler Tab 7T 8Gb they are located on the rear panel and placed so that it is convenient to reach them, holding the device horizontally.
On this occasion, one can argue endlessly - is it convenient to work with a computer in this format. So just keep that in mind before buying. Take the same Nexus 7 - it has a vertical orientation by default.
The front panel has a built-in front camera. Again, it is located on the side of the edging, which indicates an adjustment for horizontal placement.
The back cover, like the whole body, is made of rough black plastic, which, thanks to its matte texture, fits comfortably in the hand in any situation.
Display
The first thing that catches your eye on any mobile device is the screen. The Wexler Tab 7T has a seven-inch IPS display with a resolution of 1280 by 800 pixels.
As the reviews about the device show, the picture on it is transmitted quite clearly, thus allowing you to watch movies in the highest quality, play colorful games and so on.
According to the technical specifications, the screen itself is covered with tempered glass, so it is not so easy to damage it even with shock caused by a fall. But, as many buyers of the device complain, it is too easy to leave a fingerprint on it. The problem is solved with the help of a matte protective film, which can be purchased at one of the online stores of accessories for mobile devices.
The brightness of the tablet is enough for everyday work, the only remark that we managed to find in the reviews is the lightening of the picture when you turn the tablet, tilt the device itself.
Processor
On the “Russian Nexus”, as noted above, the Nvidia Tegra 3 processor is installed. Its clock frequency in the specific modification that is on the Wexler Tab 7T 3G is 1.2 GHz. For this device, equipped with a 7-inch screen, this processor is fully suitable for the amount of tasks. That is, all the functions that may become necessary for the user of the device, the tablet will perform at the highest level.
As the reviews about the device show, even on the most cumbersome games, the Wexler Tab 7T tablet demonstrates its abilities excellently - this is the reproduction of any 3D graphics in good quality without braking, jumps and other troubles. As stated in the technical description of the device, the tablet is capable of displaying video in Full HD quality.
Communication Options
With support for various communication formats, Wexler Tab 7T is doing great: the device is able to send and receive files via Bluetooth, work with Wi-Fi (at a fairly high connection speed, as tests showed), and also receive a signal via 3G (actually, this is indicated by part of the name of the tablet). It should also be noted that Wexler, aimed at a low-budget buyer, does not support operation in LTE networks. This, of course, is a drawback - but perhaps not critical. For comfortable internet3G power is enough for surfing, especially on a small tablet.
GPS module is installed in the device for navigation. Tests conducted as part of this review show that it finds several satellites at once immediately after launching the application. That is, there can be no complaints about this.
Camera
As we have already pointed out, Wexler Tab 7T 8gb 3G has two cameras (which is traditional for such devices). The resolution of the main one is 5 megapixels, while the front one has a 0.3 megapixel matrix. Of course, you can’t expect that the pictures on the tablet will turn out in excellent quality. Yes, technically, autofocus is provided here as a function, which allows you to focus on the subject being photographed. However, as our tests have shown, it is applied (at the program level) incorrectly, the wrong object for concentration is often chosen. Thus, you can take pictures on the Wexler Tab 7T 3G tablet only in ideal conditions - with enough light and after a short “play” with the settings on the device.
By the way, given that the shell here is from Android, those who have already worked with this OS will be able to master the camera without any problems.
In addition to taking snapshots, there is also a panoramic shooting function and support for 720p video.
Operating system
By the way, within the framework of this review, in addition to the characteristics of the device, it would also be necessary to provide a description of the software platform. This, as can be seen from the official description,Android 4.1.1 (at the start of sales). Now, most likely, the tablet will be updated to 4.4.4 KitKat - the latest modification from the fourth generation. Perhaps soon Wexler will launch the fifth generation of Android on their devices.
The set of programs that the buyer of the tablet sees is slightly different from the standard one. So, in particular, it will not be possible to find such standard applications as Gmail mail or Google Drive. But we see some (obviously sponsored) games, as well as programs for reading books, navigators and the second app store (besides Google Play) - TegraZone. Thus, you should not worry about the lack of content - as always, there is a lot of it.
Battery
A very important role in the autonomy of the device is played by its battery. As the review of the Wexler Tab 7T 16Gb 3G tablet shows, the device works quite well - probably, with the most active use it will last for 5-6 hours. Normal mode will allow you to talk about 8-9 hours of continuous operation. This is an excellent figure for a 7-inch tablet, which has a minimum amount of space inside the case.
According to the specifications, the battery capacity is 4500 mAh. For comparison, the American “competitor” from Google (meaning the 7th generation Nexus) has 3500 mAh. Probably, due to a powerful battery, combined with the right approach to optimizing charge consumption, the developers expect to bypass the Asus tablet in terms of battery life.
Reviewsusers - perhaps the most objective source of information about any gadget, however, indicate an insufficient level of tablet autonomy. Perhaps the technical parameters here are too high or the system operation is not optimized correctly. But what we have in practice is clearly at odds with theory. It is difficult to say why this is so, but in fact the gadget does not differ in endurance.
Memory
Another important nuance is memory. Since we compare with the Nexus, the Tab 7T has an internal memory of 16 GB. The product from Asus has two modifications - 16 and 32 GB. At the same time, the domestic tablet is able to work with a memory card (this is another plus of 64 “potential” gigabytes); whereas Google's tablet does not have this feature.
Thus, the ability to expand the capacity of the device up to 76 GB is an excellent indicator for a compact device. Any of your series or movie can be at your fingertips due to this.
Reviews
We have already provided user recommendations related to the speed of the device and its autonomy. Now I would also like to provide data on the overall assessment of the tablet, especially in terms of its shortcomings. After all, unlike positive qualities, no one will write about them in the technical description.
So, in general, most of the recommendations (as shown by a number of large online review sites) about the device are positive. This is a good sign that buyers, or rather, most of them, are satisfied with the work of the gadget. Those who have taken a closer look at the device cannot but rejoice. However, there are negative characteristics about the Wexler Tab 7T (whose price, by the way, was about 8 thousand rubles at the time of going on sale). We will tell about them in this section.
The first thing that caught my eye was a series of messages from the owners about the identified defects. In particular, it could be a faulty Wi-Fi module; a battery that drains too quickly; non-working accelerometer. There is one way to deal with this - check all systems (if possible) even at the stage of buying a gadget.
Second - a number of inconvenient interface elements. For example, the rectangular (even sharp) edges mentioned at the very beginning of the article, the thick frame around the display - all this is unusual for a user who is “pampered” by other manufacturers with smooth, thin and elegant device shapes. The inconvenience should also include a plug, which is designed to close several functional holes at once (charging and headphones), which causes some discomfort.
The third category of negative characteristics about the tablet is poor-quality systems for recording sound, playing it, as well as a weak camera. There can be no complaints in this matter - the device was initially presented as a budget device, so sensitive sensors and sensors cannot be installed on it. Therefore, of course, from this point of view, it is not necessary to compare the gadget with the same Nexus 7. Regarding the camera, everything is the same - only some users agree with the opinion that it would be better not to install it at all (since shooting onit is unlikely to succeed in anything in normal quality).
About Firmware
Of course, there are other negative aspects in the assembly and functionality of the tablet, but they are less discussed by users, so we will not mention them. Some shortcomings were eliminated by the firmware carried out on the Wexler Tab 7T from 4.1.1 to version 4.2.2. To do it, you need special software and, of course, certain skills. If you do not have such experience, it is better to contact a specialist and clarify what features the flashing of the device on Android has.
Conclusions
The tablet has both a number of disadvantages and strengths. Therefore, anyone who is thinking about acquiring it simply has to weigh both. And, of course, make the most rational choice - whether such accessibility and performance of the gadget will suit him, or the details of the assembly, implementation and functionality of the device are more important.
