As evidenced by reviews from smartphone buyers, high-performance processors, a large amount of memory, and bright screens often do not matter to the consumer if the mobile phone has a weak battery that constantly requires recharging. The leading Chinese manufacturer of mobile devices, Lenovo, takes this problem very seriously, regularly updating its line of smartphone models with high-capacity batteries. Not so long ago, users left rave reviews about a metal one with a 4000 mAh battery, after which we reviewed its newer and already plastic successor with a 3000 mAh battery, which now remains relevant (today you can buy this model at a very tempting price of $145). In the end, Lenovo decided that after all, four are better than three, and metal is better than plastic, and a new model of a long-lasting smartphone with a 4000 mAh battery and in an all-aluminum case saw the market.
Today we invite you to familiarize yourself with a review of a very interesting mobile phone with an excellent margin of safety and autonomy - LenovoS860.
Characteristics
Before listing the technical characteristics of the Lenovo S860, we note that two versions of this mobile phone can be found on sale: for the Chinese and for the European markets. The differences between the Chinese and the European are the absence of our 3G standard in the first, as well as the presence of only one gigabyte of RAM, while its brother has twice the amount of RAM. We received a version for the Chinese market to write a review, please take this into account.
SpecificationsLenovo S860
Just one gigabyte of RAM immediately puts this model into the inexpensive segment, where competition is quite high, and a high-quality battery alone will not be a decisive factor when deciding to buy this particular model. The price of the smartphone will also be important. An option with 1GB of RAM in mid-November 2014 can be purchased for at least 3,000 UAH, which is approximately $190. For Lenovo S860 with 2 GB of RAM they charge more. This smartphone from the official supply can be bought at best for 4300 UAH, which is 80 dollars more. The “gray” models are not much cheaper.
In the first case, the premium for metal and a capacious battery looks more or less justified. In the second, just an increased amount of RAM increases the price inadequately.
So far, the model has only been on sale for a few months, and its price is steep, but we think it won’t last long. Knowing Lenovo, we would venture to assume that another couple of months will pass, and prices for the Lenovo S860 will confidently go down, making room for new, more modern models.
Description
The LenovoS860 is delivered in the usual for the manufacturer nondescript-looking light gray box with red insides, however, it is made with high quality and protects the valuables contained in it quite reliably. Inside the package, in addition to the mobile phone itself, after opening the following is found:
Charger with adapter for European sockets;
USB cable;
Instructions in Chinese;
Cheap black headphones;
Silicone bumper;
Protective film on the screen;
Microfiber;
A paperclip for removing the SIM card slot cover.
The official version for Ukraine most likely contains instructions in a language that is more understandable to us, but, unfortunately, we were not able to verify this.
Lenovo S860 is a metal smartphone, with all the ensuing consequences. He is large, weighty, solid.
If we compare its weight and size parameters with the model we recently reviewed with the same display diagonal, today’s hero of the review is heavier by as much as 34 g and a third thicker. Such characteristics are determined not only by the metal of the case, but also by the battery of considerable capacity, which is hidden under the non-removable back cover of the smartphone.
However, those users who have previously used the Lenovo P780 will hardly find such dimensions and weight a problem. More than once I have come across reviews online that at a good price, it’s time to replace the old one with a brand new Lenovo S860.
Using the LenovoS860 is quite comfortable (if you do it with both hands, of course), the weight of your hands does not bother you, and the brushed metal of the back cover pleasantly cools your hand and gives you a feeling of reliability and confidence in your device.
Unlike many identical models from the manufacturer, the Lenovo S860 even has originality in appearance. The phone looks, as they say, solid. Mostly men will probably appreciate this. But you can admire the exact proportionality of the exterior details and the strict lines of the model.
On the front cover, above the sensor, there is a small speaker grille, to the right of which there is a sensor window, a front camera and an event indicator. Below the screen are the standard Menu, Home and Back buttons, all backlit. The frames around the touchscreen can hardly be called narrow, but their width is not excessive.
At the top end you can find a jack for 3.5" headphones, as well as a microphone hole.
On the right are neat volume and power keys. The keys are pressed with a distinct click, the stroke is short and comfortable.
At the bottom on the sides there are grilles of external speakers, between which a micro-USB connector is nestled.
And on the left there is a small plug that hides a tray for two micro-sim cards. It opens with the included paper clip.
On the back cover, made from a single piece of metal, there is only a window for the main camera and a small flash LED along them. The camera is somewhat recessed inside the body, which protects the lens from scratches, and has a beautiful silver border around the circumference of the module.
Due to its non-separable design and metal body, the Lenovo S860 is made very reliably. The build quality deserves the best reviews; we were unable to find even a small flaw in the assembly.
Screen
The LenovoS860 screen, with a diagonal of 5.3" and a resolution of 1280x720 pixels, is an ordinary solution on a good IPS matrix, with good (but not record) viewing angles and adequate color rendering, if not for one characteristic. The brightness of this display is simply incredible. Unfortunately , it is not possible to carry out hardware measurements in the conditions of our editorial office, but screens with such a reserve of brightness have definitely not come to us yet. By setting the glow of the Lenovo S860 screen to maximum and working like that for a while, you can simply go blind. Fortunately, you can always turn on auto-adjustment brightness, which will set its comfortable value, and save yourself from the danger of losing your eyes forever.
The model's sensor is responsive and works as it should. The touchscreen supports multi-touch for 10 simultaneous touches.
Iron
In this model, the manufacturer decided not to chase high performance and installed an inexpensive quad-core MediaTek MTK6582 processor with an operating frequency of 1.3 GHz. Perhaps its power consumption indicators were also taken into account here, because the Lenovo S860 is positioned as a leader in battery life.
We didn't experience any performance issues in our daily work. The firmware worked as it should, the browser opened several pages at the same time without lag, applications did not irritate with excessive thoughtfulness when loading, and videos from YouTube played smoothly. Interface
The Lenovo S860 is not distinguished by the lightning-fast responsiveness of top models, this is immediately noticeable, but it is quite comfortable for work.
The smartphone has 16 GB of permanent memory, and there is no possibility of expanding it using a flash drive. Perhaps this amount of built-in storage may seem small to some, although reviews from those who have already purchased this model claim that the problem with the lack of space in the Lenovo S860 is overblown. A little more than 12 GB is initially available to the user.
In the Antutu benchmark test, our test subject scored a modest 17156 points.
Other options
The Lenovo S860 has a fairly good and loud sound from the external speaker; it will be difficult to miss a call from this even in a noisy environment. The standard headphones sound predictably inexpressive, although they are also loud, but we didn’t expect anything from them.
The Wi-fi module works very clearly and receives a remote signal from the access point reliably. The GPS navigation module also showed very good results in terms of the speed of finding satellites and positioning on the ground.
Camera
In many models of the S series, Lenovo has a standard formula for a set of cameras: 1.6 megapixels on the front, 8 megapixels on the rear camera. Like the model from the previous review, the main camera of the Lenovo S860 demonstrates very decent image quality for both photos and videos. The camera can confidently shoot in cloudy weather, indoors with little light, and has a good flash brightness reserve.
Focus is set by touching the screen in an arbitrary location; this can also be done while shooting a video.
The camera program interface contains the entire necessary set of settings for manual control of shooting parameters, plus a standard set of decorations and special effects. For the average smartphone user, the photo quality and Full HD video of the Lenovo S860 camera will be quite enough.
Examples of photos:
Example video:
Firmware
The LenovoS860 firmware is built on the already reviewed version of Android 4.2.2 with the proprietary Lenovo launcher installed on top. This launcher removes the main program menu that appears when you press the "Home" button, instead providing a whole bunch of small interface tweaks (half of which the user may not notice). You can find many of these tweaks by going to the Settings menu and going to the Special tab. The built-in Firmware Explorer is logical and convenient, and of the pre-installed programs, we find SecureIt and Power Manager the most useful.
During tests, we did not have any complaints about the instability of the Lenovo S860 firmware.
Battery
Here we come to the description of the most interesting characteristic of the Lenovo S860 for many readers of the review - battery life. In order not to torment you with unnecessary waiting, let's say right away that the mobile phone did not disappoint us. The Lenovo S860 battery can really last a very long time. After running the Antutu battery test and leaving the phone running, after more than three hours we saw that the battery had lost less than 30 percent of its charge. This model copes well with always-on Wi-Fi and with watching long movies from YouTube.
Draining the Lenovo S860 battery is really not an easy task, and an ordinary user who does not spend all his time on the Internet while watching movies can count on two to three days of full-fledged operation of the smartphone without resorting to a power outlet. This is confirmed by the Antutu battery test, which resulted in a magnificent 9845 points.
By the way, about the outlet. Since the battery capacity is large, it charges very slowly from the computer’s USB port, and if you perform any operations while using the smartphone, the charge indicator completely stops in place. The current supplied via USB is clearly not enough for this battery, so it is recommended to charge it from an outlet using a standard power supply.
conclusions
Lenovo S860 turned out to be an excellent successor to the work of its predecessor and younger brother. If the main characteristic by which you choose which smartphone to buy is its autonomy, take the Lenovo S860 without hesitation and don’t hesitate. From a leading brand, with such quality, metal and record battery life, this model has no equal.
But if, when choosing a new phone, you also care about its price and performance, things become less clear-cut. Among models with a similar or comparable screen diagonal with the same performance, it costs 700 UAH less, has a slot for a micro-SD flash drive, although it is made of plastic. , which costs not much more, beats our today's hero on all fronts except battery life, although it is also plastic.
Well, if we take into account the European model with 2GB of RAM and its price, choosing the Lenovo S860 becomes even more difficult.
It seems to us that the Lenovo S860 is a smartphone primarily for men who value reliability expressed in metal and who, first of all, require high levels of autonomy. For other categories of buyers, the deciding factors in favor of other models may still be the price and rather weak hardware characteristics.
| Advantages | Flaws |
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-excellent metal case; Nice extremely bright screen; Not a bad camera; Battery life. |
No slot for flash card; Inability to change the battery (when the complete one loses its characteristics); Somewhat overpriced. |
Information about the make, model, and alternative names of the specific device, if available.
Design
Information about the dimensions and weight of the device, presented in different units of measurement. Materials used, colors offered, certificates.
| Width Width information - refers to the horizontal side of the device in its standard orientation during use. | 77 mm (millimeters) 7.7 cm (centimeters) 0.25 ft (feet) 3.03 in (inches) |
| Height Height information - refers to the vertical side of the device in its standard orientation during use. | 149.5 mm (millimeters) 14.95 cm (centimeters) 0.49 ft (feet) 5.89 in (inches) |
| Thickness Information about the thickness of the device in different units of measurement. | 10.3 mm (millimeters) 1.03 cm (centimeters) 0.03 ft (feet) 0.41 in (inches) |
| Weight Information about the weight of the device in different units of measurement. | 190 g (grams) 0.42 lbs 6.7 oz (ounces) |
| Volume The approximate volume of the device, calculated based on the dimensions provided by the manufacturer. Refers to devices with the shape of a rectangular parallelepiped. | 118.57 cm³ (cubic centimeters) 7.2in³ (cubic inches) |
| Colors Information about the colors in which this device is offered for sale. | Silver |
| Materials for making the case Materials used to make the device body. | Aluminium alloy |
SIM card
The SIM card is used in mobile devices to store data that certifies the authenticity of mobile service subscribers.
Mobile networks
A mobile network is a radio system that allows multiple mobile devices to communicate with each other.
Mobile communication technologies and data transfer speeds
Communication between devices on mobile networks is carried out using technologies that provide different data transfer rates.
Operating system
An operating system is a system software that manages and coordinates the operation of hardware components in a device.
SoC (System on Chip)
A system on a chip (SoC) includes all the most important hardware components of a mobile device on one chip.
| SoC (System on Chip) A system on a chip (SoC) integrates various hardware components, such as a processor, graphics processor, memory, peripherals, interfaces, etc., as well as the software necessary for their operation. | MediaTek MT6582 |
| Technological process Information about the technological process by which the chip is manufactured. Nanometers measure half the distance between elements in the processor. | 28 nm (nanometers) |
| Processor (CPU) The primary function of a mobile device's processor (CPU) is to interpret and execute instructions contained in software applications. | ARM Cortex-A7 |
| Processor size The size (in bits) of a processor is determined by the size (in bits) of the registers, address buses, and data buses. 64-bit processors have higher performance compared to 32-bit processors, which in turn are more powerful than 16-bit processors. | 32 bit |
| Instruction Set Architecture Instructions are commands with which the software sets/controls the operation of the processor. Information about the instruction set (ISA) that the processor can execute. | ARMv7 |
| Level 1 cache (L1) Cache memory is used by the processor to reduce access time to more frequently used data and instructions. L1 (level 1) cache is small in size and works much faster than both system memory and other cache levels. If the processor does not find the requested data in L1, it continues to look for it in the L2 cache. On some processors, this search is performed simultaneously in L1 and L2. | 32 kB + 32 kB (kilobytes) |
| Level 2 cache (L2) L2 (level 2) cache is slower than L1 cache, but in return it has a higher capacity, allowing it to cache more data. It, like L1, is much faster than system memory (RAM). If the processor does not find the requested data in L2, it continues to look for it in the L3 cache (if available) or in RAM memory. | 512 kB (kilobytes) 0.5 MB (megabytes) |
| Number of processor cores The processor core executes software instructions. There are processors with one, two or more cores. Having more cores increases performance by allowing multiple instructions to be executed in parallel. | 4 |
| CPU clock speed The clock speed of a processor describes its speed in terms of cycles per second. It is measured in megahertz (MHz) or gigahertz (GHz). | 1300 MHz (megahertz) |
| Graphics Processing Unit (GPU) The Graphics Processing Unit (GPU) handles calculations for various 2D/3D graphics applications. In mobile devices, it is most often used by games, consumer interfaces, video applications, etc. | ARM Mali-400 MP2 |
| Number of GPU cores Like a CPU, a GPU is made up of several working parts called cores. They handle graphics calculations for various applications. | 2 |
| GPU clock speed Running speed is the clock speed of the GPU, measured in megahertz (MHz) or gigahertz (GHz). | 500 MHz (megahertz) |
| Amount of random access memory (RAM) Random access memory (RAM) is used by the operating system and all installed applications. Data stored in RAM is lost after the device is turned off or restarted. | 1 GB (gigabytes) 2 GB (gigabytes) |
| Type of random access memory (RAM) Information about the type of random access memory (RAM) used by the device. | LPDDR3 |
| Number of RAM channels Information about the number of RAM channels that are integrated into the SoC. More channels mean higher data rates. | Single channel |
| RAM frequency The frequency of RAM determines its operating speed, more specifically, the speed of reading/writing data. | 533 MHz (megahertz) |
Built-in memory
Each mobile device has built-in (non-removable) memory with a fixed capacity.
Screen
The screen of a mobile device is characterized by its technology, resolution, pixel density, diagonal length, color depth, etc.
| Type/technology One of the main characteristics of the screen is the technology by which it is made and on which the quality of the information image directly depends. | IPS |
| Diagonal For mobile devices, screen size is expressed by the length of its diagonal, measured in inches. | 5.3 in (inches) 134.62 mm (millimeters) 13.46 cm (centimeters) |
| Width Approximate screen width | 2.6 in (inches) 66 mm (millimeters) 6.6 cm (centimeters) |
| Height Approximate screen height | 4.62 in (inches) 117.33 mm (millimeters) 11.73 cm (centimeters) |
| Aspect Ratio The ratio of the dimensions of the long side of the screen to its short side | 1.778:1 16:9 |
| Permission Screen resolution shows the number of pixels vertically and horizontally on the screen. Higher resolution means clearer image detail. | 720 x 1280 pixels |
| Pixel Density Information about the number of pixels per centimeter or inch of the screen. Higher density allows information to be displayed on the screen with clearer detail. | 277 ppi (pixels per inch) 108ppcm (pixels per centimeter) |
| Color depth Screen color depth reflects the total number of bits used for color components in one pixel. Information about the maximum number of colors that the screen can display. | 24 bit 16777216 flowers |
| Screen area Approximate percentage of screen area occupied by the screen on the front of the device. | 67.49% (percent) |
| Other characteristics Information about other screen features and characteristics. | Capacitive Multi-touch |
Sensors
Different sensors perform different quantitative measurements and convert physical indicators into signals that a mobile device can recognize.
Main camera
The main camera of a mobile device is usually located on the back of the body and is used for taking photos and videos.
| Sensor type Digital cameras use photo sensors to take photographs. The sensor, as well as optics, are one of the main factors in the quality of the camera in a mobile device. | CMOS (complementary metal-oxide semiconductor) |
| Diaphragm Aperture (f-number) is the size of the aperture opening that controls the amount of light reaching the photosensor. A lower f-number means the aperture opening is larger. | f/2.4 |
| Flash type The most common types of flashes in mobile device cameras are LED and xenon flashes. LED flashes produce softer light and, unlike brighter xenon flashes, are also used for video shooting. | LED |
| Image Resolution One of the main characteristics of mobile device cameras is their resolution, which shows the number of horizontal and vertical pixels in the image. | 3264 x 2448 pixels 7.99 MP (megapixels) |
| Video resolution Information about the maximum supported resolution when shooting video with the device. | 1280 x 720 pixels 0.92 MP (megapixels) |
| Video - frame rate/frames per second. Information about the maximum number of frames per second (fps) supported by the device when shooting video at the maximum resolution. Some of the main standard video shooting and playback speeds are 24p, 25p, 30p, 60p. | 30fps (frames per second) |
| Characteristics Information about other software and hardware features related to the main camera and improving its functionality. | Autofocus Geographical tags HDR shooting Touch Focus Face recognition |
Additional camera
Additional cameras are usually mounted above the device screen and are used mainly for video conversations, gesture recognition, etc.
Audio
Information about the type of speakers and audio technologies supported by the device.
Radio
The radio of the mobile device is a built-in FM receiver.
Location determination
Information about the navigation and location technologies supported by your device.
WiFi
Wi-Fi is a technology that provides wireless communication for transmitting data over close distances between various devices.
Bluetooth
Bluetooth is a standard for secure wireless data transfer between various devices of different types over short distances.
USB
USB (Universal Serial Bus) is an industry standard that allows different electronic devices to exchange data.
Headphone jack
This is an audio connector, also called an audio jack. The most widely used standard in mobile devices is the 3.5mm headphone jack.
Connecting devices
Information about other important connection technologies supported by your device.
Browser
A web browser is a software application for accessing and viewing information on the Internet.
Video file formats/codecs
Mobile devices support different video file formats and codecs, which respectively store and encode/decode digital video data.
Battery
Mobile device batteries differ from each other in their capacity and technology. They provide the electrical charge necessary for their functioning.
| Capacity A battery's capacity indicates the maximum charge it can hold, measured in milliamp-hours. | 4000 mAh (milliamp-hours) |
| Type The type of battery is determined by its structure and, more precisely, the chemicals used. There are different types of batteries, with lithium-ion and lithium-ion polymer batteries being the most commonly used batteries in mobile devices. | Li-polymer |
| 2G talk time 2G talk time is the period of time during which the battery charge is completely discharged during a continuous conversation on a 2G network. | 43 h (hours) 2580 min (minutes) 1.8 days |
| 2G latency 2G standby time is the period of time during which the battery charge is completely discharged when the device is in stand-by mode and connected to a 2G network. | 684 h (hours) 41040 min (minutes) 28.5 days |
| 3G talk time 3G talk time is the period of time during which the battery charge is completely discharged during a continuous conversation on a 3G network. | 24 h (hours) 1440 min (minutes) 1 days |
| 3G latency 3G standby time is the period of time during which the battery charge is completely discharged when the device is in stand-by mode and connected to a 3G network. | 960 h (hours) 57600 min (minutes) 40 days |
| Characteristics Information about some additional characteristics of the device's battery. | Fixed |
Specific Absorption Rate (SAR)
The SAR level refers to the amount of electromagnetic radiation absorbed by the human body while using a mobile device.
| Head SAR level (US) The SAR level indicates the maximum amount of electromagnetic radiation that the human body is exposed to when holding a mobile device near the ear. The maximum value used in the USA is 1.6 W/kg per 1 gram of human tissue. Mobile devices in the US are regulated by the CTIA, and the FCC conducts tests and sets their SAR values. | 0.654 W/kg (Watt per kilogram) |
| Body SAR level (US) The SAR level indicates the maximum amount of electromagnetic radiation to which the human body is exposed when holding a mobile device at hip level. The highest permissible SAR value in the USA is 1.6 W/kg per 1 gram of human tissue. This value is set by the FCC, and the CTIA monitors mobile devices' compliance with this standard. | 0.47 W/kg (Watt per kilogram) |
General characteristics
Type
Deciding on the type of device (phone or smartphone?) is quite simple. If you need a simple and inexpensive device for calls and SMS, it is recommended to choose a telephone. A smartphone is more expensive, but it offers a wide variety of options: games, videos, the Internet, thousands of programs for all occasions. However, its battery life is significantly less than that of a regular phone.
smartphone Operating system (at the beginning of sales) Android 4.2 Case type classic Housing material aluminum Control touch buttons Number of SIM cards 2 SIM card type
Modern smartphones can use not only regular SIM cards, but also their more compact versions micro SIM and nano SIM. An eSIM is a SIM card integrated into the phone. It takes up virtually no space and does not require a separate tray for installation. eSIM is not yet supported in Russia. Glossary of terms for the category Mobile phones
micro SIM Weight 190 g Dimensions (WxHxD) 77x149.5x10.3 mmScreen
Screen type color IPS, 16.78 million colors, touch Touch screen type multi-touch, capacitive Diagonal 5.3 inches. Image Size 1280x720 Pixels per inch (PPI) 277 Aspect Ratio 16:9 Automatic screen rotation There isMultimedia capabilities
Number of main (rear) cameras 1 Main (rear) camera resolution 8 MP Rear flash Functions of the main (rear) camera Autofocus Face detection Recording videos There is Front-camera yes, 1.6 MP Audio MP3 Headphone jack 3.5 mmConnection
Standard GSM 900/1800/1900, 3G Interfaces
Almost all modern smartphones have Wi-Fi and USB interfaces. Bluetooth and IRDA are a little less common. Wi-Fi is used to connect to the Internet. USB is used to connect your phone to a computer. Bluetooth is also found in many phones. It is used to connect wireless headphones, to connect your phone to wireless speakers, and also to transfer files. A smartphone equipped with an IRDA interface can be used as a universal remote control. Glossary of terms for the category Mobile phones
Wi-Fi 802.11n, Bluetooth 3.0, USB Satellite navigation
Built-in GPS and GLONASS modules allow you to determine the phone's coordinates using signals from satellites. In the absence of GPS, a modern smartphone can determine its own location using signals from cellular operator base stations. However, finding coordinates using satellite signals is usually much more accurate. Glossary of terms for the category Mobile phones
GPS A-GPS system yesMemory and processor
CPU
Before purchasing, check the specifications and equipment with the seller.
One of the most interesting phablets in terms of price/quality ratio today is the cost, technical characteristics and quality of photographs - this is what this article will be devoted to.
"Iron"
The main components on which the performance of any smartphone depends are the central processor and graphics adapter. It is their characteristics that determine the capabilities of the device. The time-tested MT6582 is used as the CPU in this smartphone. It consists of four cores of the Cortex-A7 architecture, each of which can operate with a clock frequency from 0.3 GHz to 1.3 GHz (depending on the level of complexity of the problem being solved). This processor belongs to the middle segment of devices. For most everyday tasks, its resources will be sufficient. From web browsing to complex 3D toys, it can handle them without any problem. A similar situation with the graphics adapter indicates that it has a normal, average level of performance. This gadget is equipped with 400 MP2 from Mali. The result is an excellent combination of a processor and a graphics adapter in the mid-price range.
Appearance, housing and ease of use
The front panel of this phablet is made of ordinary plastic. Not quite the right decision by the developers, since on a device with a diagonal of 5.3 inches it is better to use tempered Gorilla Eye glass. It is more resistant to scratches. Therefore, S860 owners simply cannot do without a special protective film, which can be purchased for an additional fee. But the building does not cause any complaints. It is made of aluminum and is almost impossible to damage.
The well-organized management system of the Photo in our article confirms this. The volume rocker is located in the upper right corner, and the power button is hidden on the top edge in the center. Below the screen there are three “standard” control buttons: “Home”, “Go to previous page” and “Menu”. This design solution allows you to operate the device with one hand with a minimum number of movements.
Screen
As noted earlier, the S860 belongs to the phablet class, that is, devices with a diagonal of 5 inches or more. In this case we are talking about 5.3 inches. The display is based on a high-quality IPS matrix with a resolution of 1280 pixels in length and 720 pixels in width. The image is high quality, the color rendition is rich. It is almost impossible to distinguish an individual pixel. Processing of up to five touches to the sensor surface simultaneously is supported.
Cameras: what they can do
Like most similar devices, two cameras are installed in the Lenovo S860. Reviews from device owners indicate that the one located on the back side allows you to take photographs and videos. It is based on an 8 megapixel matrix. It is also equipped with LED backlight for shooting at night, and there is an automatic image stabilization system. The maximum resolution of the photo obtained from it is 3248 x 2448 pixels, and the video, in turn, can be recorded in the format 1280 x 720 pixels. The second camera has more modest parameters. Its matrix is 1.6 megapixels, and its main purpose is to make video calls.
Memory
Different amounts of RAM can be installed in the Lenovo S860. A review of existing offers on the Internet indicates two modifications of this device: one of them has 1 GB, and the second has 2 GB. So you need to check with the seller before purchasing how much RAM this model has. By the way, purchasing the second modification is preferable.
The situation is simpler with the built-in flash drive: the S860 has 16 GB installed, 1.2 GB of which is reserved by the operating system itself. The rest of the built-in memory is allocated for user needs. If for some reason this is not enough, you can always install an external drive with a maximum capacity of 32 GB.
What is in the box?
This smartphone model has standard equipment. This is an entry-level device with nothing superfluous. and an instruction manual - this is a complete list of documents that come with it. In addition to these, the box also contains:
- The device itself has a built-in battery.
- Charger.
- USB/micro-USB adapter cord. It charges the battery or connects to a personal computer.
- OTG cable. It allows you to connect various USB devices (for example, a flash drive) to your smartphone.
- Entry-level speaker system.
As noted earlier, a case and screen protector are not included in the package, so you will have to purchase them separately.
Battery
A serious advantage compared to competitors is the Lenovo S860 TITANIUM battery. Reviews from satisfied owners of this mobile device are further confirmation of this. In this case, we are talking about a battery capacity of 4000 milliampere/hour. Its resource is enough for 2 hours of active use (making calls, listening to music, watching movies and surfing the Internet). For a 5.3-inch device, this is an excellent result. But here it is necessary to note one nuance. The work of Chinese programmers plays an important role in all this. Most likely, they optimized the code so that the battery resource is used to a minimum. Hence the figure of 48 hours of battery life.
Software part
The version of Android with serial number 4.2.2 for Lenovo S860 was initially installed. The firmware is updated after the first connection to the Internet to one of the latest versions 4.4.2. This happens automatically and the user does not have to participate in it. A fairly rich set of applications is also preinstalled. The SECUREit program is used to protect against viruses. Two serious and demanding toys were immediately installed: one of them is the seventh revision of “Asphalt”, first-class, and the second is “Real Football” of 2014. From the name it is clear that this is a football simulator. Toys allow you to immediately verify the computing capabilities of the device in the store.
Another important utility that is initially included in the software part of the gadget is Evernote. Using it you can exchange messages via SMS. Social applications include Twitter and Facebook. But their domestic analogues will have to be installed from the market.
There is also a Kingsoft Office package that allows you to work with office documents on this smartphone.
Another important application is Skype, which allows you to make video calls when connected to the global web.
Connectivity
The Lenovo S860 has a fairly rich set of communications. Its characteristics in this regard are as follows:
Among the shortcomings are the lack of an infrared port and the inability to work in the domestic analogue of the GLONASS GPS navigation system. But there's nothing wrong with that. The absence of the first of them is compensated by Bluetooth. And without GLONASS you can get by with just GPS.
Results and reviews
The Lenovo S860 smart phone turned out to be quite balanced and well-equipped. Reviews from happy owners of this gadget are further confirmation of this. He has virtually no weaknesses or shortcomings. It has everything you need for work and entertainment and works great. At the same time, the 5.3-inch diagonal provides comfortable conditions for solving any task of the Lenovo S860. The price of this smartphone is quite modest and currently amounts to $220. This is a great gift that will not leave anyone indifferent.
At first glance, the Lenovo S860 amazes with its appearance, although the smartphone still has something to boast about, for example, it has a fast 4-core processor, which makes it possible to use modern applications; in addition, there is 2GB of RAM on board; in general, the operating system works quickly, with This allows you to play modern games. The battery is probably one of the biggest advantages of this phone, as it lasts 2 days in full operation. It is also worth noting that the smartphone’s screen is excellent and has good color reproduction with a margin of brightness; in addition, the Lenovo S860 will fit comfortably in the hand. In addition, it must be said that the thoughtful design, together with the company’s pricing policy, makes this model quite tempting, since the number of advantages is still much greater than the disadvantages. Also, the device is easy to learn. Weighing all the pros and cons, our editors recommend the phone for close acquaintance.
Characteristics, price
OS – Android 4.2;
Number of SIM cards – 2 pcs;
Screen -5.3 inches;
Extension -1280*720;
Camera – 8 MP;
Front -1.6 MP;
Processor – MediaTekMT6582 4 cores;
Built-in memory – 16 GB;
Battery – 4000 units;
PRICE – about 350 dollars;
Reviews
- High-performance hardware causes power-hungry applications to run;
— A battery that runs out in a couple of days;
— Suitable for surfing the Internet;
— Large amount of built-in memory;
— High-quality assembly;
— Thoughtful design;
— Lenovo S860 is equipped with a good screen with realistic color reproduction and brightness margin;
— The built-in software is not yet fully developed;
— Among the minuses, we highlight the fact that sometimes the phone loses connection, this is upsetting;
— Easy to use, the company’s engineers did everything not to confuse the user in unnecessary menus;
— Not the best GPS connection;
— You cannot connect a memory card;
— Regarding the cameras, the pictures from them could have been better.
— The sound is at a high level, both in headphones and from the speaker;
— A large number of additional accessories;
— Equipped with a metal back cover;
— Support for two SIM cards has always been considered a small bonus, it’s just a pity that they work alternately;
— The equipment is a plus;
— A large number of positive reviews;
— Good support service;
— The phone does not heat up, which is classified as a plus;
— Regarding the sensor, it earns back the investment;
Conclusion
The Lenovo S860 multifunctional smartphone is equipped with all the qualities that a 21st century phone should have, of course it also has negative sides, but keeping in mind the advantages, the device is worthy of detailed acquaintance from the user.
Rating 8/10
Pros:
- Powerful iron. The hardware allows you to use your smartphone not only for surfing and watching videos, but also as a gaming device;
- Reasonable price. Compared to other brands, Lenovo smartphones are affordable.
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