THE BEST PERFORMANCE OF NOKIA LUMIA 1520

THE BEST PERFORMANCE OF NOKIA LUMIA 1520

Nokia and Microsoft is getting serious about competing with Android devices by releasing the Nokia Lumia 1520. Lumia 1520 is believed have excellent hardware to support performance. With a price that can be quite expensive, Lumia 1520 is packed with full HD screen measuring 6 inches. This great smartphone also uses Quad Core Snapdragon processor 800 and combined with 2 GB of RAM. And more interestingly, the Nokia Lumia 1520 also uses the main camera of 20 Mega Pixels and Carl Zeiss Optics. And the following is a brief overview of the Lumia 1520:

SALES PACKAGE & MAIN FEATURES

In the sales package of Nokia Lumia 1520, users will get a handset, Charger, Data Cable, Headset, User's Manual, warranty card and PIN EJECTOR. And for the main feature, users can enjoy HSDPA, 3G, 4G LTE, WiFi, Bluetooth, Browser, Java MIDP, Internal GPS, Applications navigator, camera, Video Call, External memory, Email, Music Player, Video Player, Video Recorder. But, this smartphone does not have Infrared, FM radio, and Open OS.

HARDWARE

Nokia Lumia 1520 is the first Windows Phone which utilizes one third update changelog WP8 (GDR3) and can accommodate the latest chipset type. For the first time, Lumia using Quad Core processor with a speed of 2.2 GHz Krait.

Latest chipset from Qualcomm also brings GPU or graphics processing unit from latest  Adreno that can bring the best performance graphics and computing 50 percent better than the old generation.

Like the other Lumia, 1520 also adopted an embedded battery system. But power capacity large enough to make the user do not need to worry about lack of power to accommodate the big screen and hardware of this phablet. In addition, the Nokia Lumia 1520 also features wireless charging, and to use it, the user needs a special wireless charger separately.

CAMERA

Nokia Lumia 1520 implementing PureView technologies in the sector of the camera. this phablet also use ½ .5 inch sized sensor with a resolution of 20 MP. The sensor has a surface area 15% smaller than the sensors that are used Xperia Z1 ½ .3-inch size and also has the same resolution and a third of the size of the PureView sensor, which is used by Lumia 1020. On the other hand, this size can be quite large, even a doubling of the size of the sensor from competitors and 30% of HTC and the iPhone 5S.

Moreover Lumia 1520 using lenses from Carl Zeiss lens with aperture f/2.4 reach, smaller when compared with 1020. In terms of software, this smartphone has two cameras like the default camera app WP8, and Nokia Pro Camera.

For Nokia Pro Camera, users can set the white balance manually, Focus: manual, infinity and auto, ISO 100-4000, 1/16000-4s shutter speed, and exposure value or EV as well as semi-professional or prosumer cameras. And if desired, the user can update to Camera Pro Nokia Nokia Camera with doing the install from the Store. For Nokia Camera there are three modes such incorporation of Video Recorder, Nokia Smart Camera, and Nokia Pro Camera.

When using the features of Nokia Smart Camera, the user can take 10 pictures in a row or so-called Burst Shot. Ten images can be edited by mode provided. Smart Camera also allows users to choose 5 modes such as Best Shot, Action Shot, Faces Change, Motion Focus and Remove Moving Objects.

OPERATING SYSTEM & UI

Unlike some smartphones like the Lumia 925 and 1020 which have to go through the update process, the Nokia Lumia 1520 collaborating third update of Windows Phone 8, known as GDR3 or General Distribution Release 3 and updates Nokia Lumia Black by default.

Nokia Lumia Black itself does not bring many changes such as updating Amber. One of the new of Lumia Black, is an increase in Glance Screen that displays notifications for missed calls, emails, sms, and so on. Moreover, users can also choose a color display for Glance screen when in Night Mode.

GDR3 also undergone an update as the setting for screen rotation lock, easy to close applications running in the background through the task switcher, the ability to change the notification sound for SMS, email and other messaging applications. And the most important is GDR3 support a new chipset with Quad Core processor and a full HD screen.

While from the display, there is little difference. Because of the large screen size and resolution, live title on homescreen can carry 6 icons in the smallest size in each row. It is much more than the normal size which contains only 4 icons.

CONNECTIVITY

Nokia Lumia 1520 supports LTE 4G connectivity with a maximum download speed of 150 Mbps and 50 Mbps for uploads in addition to HSDPA with a maximum speed of 42 Mbps for downloads and 5.76 Mbps for uploads.

For local connectivity, lumia 1520 have the option of dual-band WiFi with DLNA and WiFi hotspot capability, Bluetooth V4.0 and can be used for file transfer, as well as NFC. When connected to the computer, this smartphone has a mass storage to read the internal memory without having to install any software.

DESIGN

Physically, the 1520 looks like Lumia 925 and even the previous series but with a larger size. This makes the Lumia series like using an almost identical design for each variant. Only small changes are visible. But it does not make a bad impression because since the first Nokia products have a good design. The unibody design from the Lumia specifically look more attractive on phablet like this Nokia Lumia 1520.

There are two major parts that make up the physical look from the the outside this smartphone, such as the back cover that without a connection to the sides and front of the protected area of ​​strong glass second generation of Gorilla Glass. And the last part like a screen, front-facing camera and capacitive buttons. Moreover, like other variants of the Nokia Lumia, 1520 also comes in a choice of expressive color like black, white, yellow and red.

DISPLAY

For part of the display, the Nokia Lumia 1520 is the first phablet based on Windows Phone 8, which uses a screen size up to 6 inches because not previously exist. Moreover, 1520 is also the first WP8 which has a screen with full HD resolution. Both of these things made 1520 has a high level of pixel density on the screen that makes the display sharper and clearer.

In addition, this phablet uses an IPS panel that displays a wide viewing angle and natural color. The use of ClearBlack technology also reduces glare and light reflection when the screen is exposed to light. Sensors Capacitive touch screen technology is super sensitive so that it can respond to touches even if the user is wearing gloves.

STRENGTHS & WEAKNESSES

Strengths

• Nokia Lumia 1520 has a design and build quality as the special feature of the Nokia.
• Lumia 1520 is the first WP 8 which use a full HD screen by 6 inches.
• Using Windows Phone 8 GDR3 OS, with Nokia Black which is the latest and last update before WP 8.1.
• Have superior performance and hardware.
• And the most important is to have a quality and attractive camera with semi-professional features.

Weaknesses

• Prices are relatively expensive.
• The availability of applications on Store less attractive when compared to Android and iOS.

CONCLUSION

It is deservedly called the Nokia Lumia 1520, as the best Windows Phone 8 at this time. Moreover, 1520 become a pioneer in several important sectors such as WP 8 smartphone with a large screen, full HD resolution, and a Quad Core processor. And that is impressive is Lumia 1520 has an advantage on all the other sides such as the latest update to Windows Phone 8 and great camera features. Although the price offered is quite expensive, but it is a decent price considering all the capabilities of this smartphone.

THE MAIN SPECIFICATIONS OF NOKA LUMIA 1520

• DESIGN : 162.8 x 85.7 mm , 209 grams , a full touch screen , polycarbonate plastic material , 3.5mm audio port , volume rocker , power button / lock , camera shutter , a microUSB port , microphone , SIM card tray , tray memory card .
• DISPLAY : IPS LCD capacitive touch screen , 16 million colors , 1080 x 1920 pixels , 6.0 inches , -367 ppi pixel density , multi-touch , Corning Gorilla Glass 2 , ClearBlack Display.
• OPERATING SYSTEM : Windows Phone 8 OS with Nokia GDR3 Black .
• HARDWARE : Quad Core processor 2.2 GHz Krait 400 , Qualcomm Snapdragon MSM8974 chipset 800 , Adreno 330 GPU , 2 GB RAM , 32 GB Internal Storage , External microSD up to 64 GB , li - ion battery 3400 mAh BV - 4BW .
• CONNECTIVITY : Quadband GSM 850/900/1800/1900 , HSDPA Quadband 850/900/1900/2100 , pentaband 800/900/1800/2100/2600 LTE , GPRS , EDGE up to 236.8 kbps , HSDPA 42.2 Mbps , HSUPA 5.76 Mbps , LTE Cat4 50 Mbps UL / DL 150 Mbps , WiFi 802.11 a / b / g / n / ac dual- band , Wi-Fi hotspot , Bluetooth v4.0 with A2DP , NFC , microUSB v2.0 .
• CAMERA : 20 MP , Carl Zeiss optics , optical image stabilization , autofocus , dual - LED flash , ½ .5 " sensor size , PureVierw technology , dual capture , geo - tagging , face detection , panoramic , video recorder 1080p @ 30fps , video light , stereo sound rec , 1.2 MP secondary camera , 720p @ 30fps .

SONY LIFELOG PORTABLE CAMERA FOR ANDROID

SONY LIFELOG PORTABLE CAMERA FOR ANDROID

At MWC or Mobile World Congress 2014 in Spain, Sony introduced a prototype wearable-devices 'Lifelog' and is a form of portable camera support for Android devices both Sony and others. This device can record the location, communication, image capture and physical activity for Android users in the format of the image in real-time.

In concept, Lifelog camera allows users to connect to Sony Smartphone, SmartBand and Smartwatch. And this Sony Lifelog started to be released in March 2014.

THE MAIN SPECIFICATION OF LG G2 MINI

The Main Specifications of LG G2 Mini

Smartphone manufacturers are beginning to understand that not everyone wants a smartphone measuring 5 inches or even more and have a lot of ability. Therefore, some smartphone manufacturers make small-sized mobile phone and comes with a pretty impressive capabilities. So is the LG G2 Mini. Eventually LG confirmed about LG G2 Mini debut at MWC or Mobile World Congress 2014 in Spain.

LG G2 Mini has a shape like the LG G2 with maintaining Rear Key concepts and design that puts all the buttons on the back of the body. If LG G2 uses the 2.26 GHz Quad Core processor Snapdragon 800, G2 Mini only uses 1.2 GHz Quad Core processor Snapdragon 400.

So also with the memory owned. LG G2 Mini only has 1 GB of RAM which means that only half of the capacity of memory owned by LG G2. For the battery, put the battery-powered LG 2,440 mAh. In addition, this smartphone with a 4.7 inch wide screen is already using the latest Android OS, or can be said to be using Android OS 4.4 KitKat.

Not only the main features, to maintain comfort in use, the LG adds features such as Guest Mode and Plug & Pop. Because intended to the larger middle class market around the world, LG G2 Mini comes in multiple series ranging from Single and Dual SIM and 3G or 4G LTE connectivity capabilities. In addition, the G2 Mini has four color variations such as Lunar White, Titan Black, Gold, and Red. But not all regions of the world will get all the colors.

For Mini 3G variant will use a Qualcomm MSM8226 Snapdragon chipset with a 400 Quad Core processor 1.2 GHz. As for the Latin American market are also available in a version of LTE, G2 Mini will come with a 1.7 GHz Nvidia chipset so it much faster. In addition it also added a camera of 13 MP and additional NFC connectivity.

Global Marketing LG G2 Mini starts in March and Eastern European countries become the first region that trying the LG G2 Mini Dual SIM 3G version. Only later in the Middle East, America, Europe and Asia.

THE MAIN SPECIFICATION OF LG G2 MINI

• Display: 4.7 inch IPS qHD (960 x 540).
• Chipset: 1.2 GHz Quad Core Qualcomm MSM8926 (LTE), MSM 8226 (3G), 1.7 GHz Quad Core Nvidia Tegra4i (LATAM LTE Version).
• Memory: 8 GB eMMC / 1 GB RAM / SD Card Slot.
• Camera: Rear 8.0 MP / 13.0 MP (LATAM LTE Version) / 1.3 MP Front.
• Battery: 2,440 mAh (Removable).
• Operating System (OS): Android OS 4.4 KitKat.
• Size: 129.6 x 66.0 x 9.8 mm.
• Weight: 121 gr.
• Network: Cat.4 & VoLTE / Cat.3 (LATAM), HSPA + 21 Mbps (3G).
• Connectivity: Bluetooth 4.0, WiFi (802.11 b / g / n), A-GPS, NFC (Only Applicable to 4G LTE Version).
• Colors: Black Titan, Lunar White, Red, Gold (Availability differs by region).
• Other: Plug & Pop, Guest Mode, Clip Tray, Quick Window.

BLACKBERRY Q10 - MOBILE PHOTOGRAPHY

Blackberry With Reliable Camera And Produce Awesome Visual

In general, the ability of the camera on the Blackberry not as nice as other smartphone products. But unlike the Blackberry Q10 which has OS and the sharpness of the camera with a resolution of 8 MP. The images of the blackberry camera also has an interesting image without using digital processing because it has pixels of 3264 x 2448.

SCREEN

Blackberry Q10 has a display of 3.1 inches and less comforting than a full touch screen smartphone. For the visual aspect, the technology used Super AMOLED display smartphone makes better including when used in direct sunlight. Photos can be displayed on the screen looks sharp, natural and original look.

To explore the features of the blackberry Q10 should use swipe. To unlock the lockscreen can shift vertically, go to the main menu screen should shift to the right and to blackberry Hub, slide the screen to the left. And every touch can respond well and quickly.

The camera feature found on smartphones blackberry Q10 is highly dependent on the screen to determine the final outcome of a photograph. And Q10 is the best for taking outdoor pictures with sufficient light. To the sensitivity of the screen, blackberry screen Q10 has a pretty responsive and able to provide feedback to the board quickly when used as a shutter.

FEATURES

In addition to the user interface to be different, blackberry Q10 also has interesting features that Time Shift Camera. This feature can be used to shift the time to choose the right time when shooting. There is also the edit feature on this smartphone which is installed by default and not need to get into other applications. Just select the desired effect, execution and images can change quickly when viewed on screen.

Q10 photography features on the Blackberry can be improved so that it can make unique creations. Using the 8 MP camera and is equipped with autofocus, LED flash, 5x Digital Zoom and 1080p HD video recording. Photography Mobile Smartphone is also equipped with features Flexible Focus, exposure, Image Stabilization, Continuous Shooting, Burst Shooting and Photo Edit like to make photos brighter, crop and add color effects.

APPLICATIONS

Movie Picture application can be used to assemble the video editing features contained therein. Bumper can choose, pick and choose the ending video. Exploration of video using blackberry app Movie Picture Q10 with a very fun to do because the combination can bring motion pictures and still images. We can also be a powerful filmmaker using this smartphone. Besides, we can also add songs as backsong and filter effects on the video image. The result is a video that was made to be more lively and has a strong character as supported audio visual aspects.

PIXEL

Resolution cameras owned blackberry Q10, just like Blackberry Z10, 8MP. Can display images with a maximum at outdoor shooting. Also able to take pictures in low light conditions well with flash support which can give a little brightness on frame. But, locking focus in low light conditions is slow. So must use steady technique. As for the shooting under the sun, Q10 blackberry camera delivers images with optimal color saturation and natural approach focused determination to walk fast.

ADVANTAGE and DISADVANTAGES

• Pros: screen is crisp and clear, reliable shutter speed, outdoor shots in fairly sharp.
• Disadvantages: The camera on the Blackberry Q10 difficult to take macro shots.

CONCLUSION

Blackberry Q10 reliable enough to use to take pictures of both outdoor and indoor. Although weak in taking macro shots, is pretty decent smartphone be used as a MOBILE PHOTOGRAPHY.

SONY XPERIA Z1

The Excess and Weaknesses of Sony Xperia Z1

Sony Xperia Z1

Xperia Z1 is a waterproof smartphone, with great resolution camera of Sony Mobile which began circulating in the market. Using the best hardware and stylish design premium, making the Sony Xperia Z1 be the closest competitor for the Samsung Galaxy S4 Zoom and Nokia Lumia 1020 in smartphone camera category.

In addition comes with the best quality cameras, Xperia Z1 also supported several additional accessories such as Sony-Style Camera Lens QX100 QX10 and can be used to produce images of the highest quality so that the smartphone is very suitable for use by those users who have a hobby of photography.

Design

At first glance, the structure design of the Sony Xperia Z1 is almost similar to the Xperia Z Ultra. It can be seen from the angle and curve of which body of the phone has the impression of elegance and luxury. Z1 size longer than the Xperia Z, or is smaller than the Z Ultra. Xperia Z1 material using aluminum which makes this smartphone ofrom Sony looks so much premium, different than the Sony Xperia Z and Xperia Z Ultra which dominated by plastic material. There is also a layer of scratch-resistant glass on the front and back of the phone, just like on the Xperia Z or Z Ultra.

Sony Xperia Z1 IP55/IP58 certified, making this smartphone can survive in water to a depth of 1.5 meters for 30 minutes, the same as the Sony Xperia Z Ultra. To further reinforce the waterproof capabilities, charger port / microUSB data cable, SIM card and MicroSD slot is protected by a rubber-coated special cover to prevent ingress of water and dust while Sony Xperia Z1 is put into the water. While the 3.5 mm audio jack port does not use the special cover because it can hold water.

Xperia Z1 also has a shutter button for the camera allows users to take photos in various conditions, including when taking photos in the water.

OS, UI & Display

Sony Xperia Z1 screen became the mainstay of Sony Mobile as the Xperia Z Ultra. By using technology Triluminos plus X-Reality for Mobile which is the result of the development of Sony's Bravia Engine, the Xperia Z1 can display images and colors which clear and sharp on the 5-inch screen that is used. However, which screen size is smaller than the Xperia Z Ultra makes pixel density owned Xperia Z1 becomes higher, reaching 441 ppi and still supports Full HD 1080p resolution.

Images that appear on the Xperia Z1 screen can still be seen clearly in the sun even though the clarity and sharpness slightly decreased. And the user can perform the Display Brightness setting.

For Interface, 4.2.2 Jelly Bean Android platform used Xperia Z1 is not much different from other Android smartphone with the same OS. But for smartphones from Sony Mobile, is always combined with a special interface to beautify the look of Sony Xperia Z1.

Hardware

Sony Xperia Z1 adopt the hardware of the Xperia Z Ultra. Ranging from the type of chipset processor, clockspeed, memory type of graphics used up. For performance, the same as Xperia Z1 Z Ultra. But when compared with the Snapdragon S4 Pro processor used by many middle-class smartphone, the Sony Xperia Z1 hardware capabilities is strongest.

Users can watch Full HD videos, play games 3D/HD, and access to the best quality content smoothly and without lag using the Xperia Z1. In addition, Z1 also has battery saving up to 75%, as it has Stamina Mode feature which is the best combination of Sony's power management. And make 3000 mAh lithium battery used Xperia Z1 will increase several-fold and more durable.

Keep in mind, a unibody smartphone that uses the concept of having a problem that is how to reset if it hangs. On Sony Xperia Z1, users can reset by using the special panel. The panel is located on the side of a micro SIM card slot, a small form in red with the caption "off". With the existence of this panel, the user will be safer and easier to perform reset process, if there hangs on the Sony Xperia Z1.

Connectivity

Sony Xperia Z1 supports HSPA + and 4G LTE that can provide speeds of up to 50 Mbps (download) and 150 Mbps (download). Z1 has another connection means so complete as in the other smartphones in the same class. Even the user can connect the phone to the home devices such as LED TV or Home Teather to watch a video of the Xperia Z1 on the big screen via a data cable connection that supports MHL and NFC. And on the Sony Xperia, this feature is called the Screen Mirroring.

In addition, users can take advantage of GPS / aGPS features combined with latest Google Maps on the Xperia Z1 with an accuracy level guide turn-by-turn which is quite high, as well as voice guidance so as to make the Sony Xperia Z1 suitable for use by those users who have a hobby of photography and traveling.

Features

Sony Xperia Z1 bring common features such as LTE, 3G/HSDPA, WiFi, Bluetooth, Browser, Java MIDP, Internal GPS, Application Navigator, Camera, Video Call, External Memory, Email, Music Player, Video Player, Video Recorder, Open OS and FM radio.

Besides common features, users can also enjoy Walkman player, PlayStation Mobile, Sony Select, Socialife, TrackID, Video Unlimited, Smart Connect, Sketch, McAfee Security, Office Suite, Reader by Sony, Notes and my Xperia.

The combination of Android OS 4.2.2 Jelly Bean and default platform form Sony makes Xperia Z1 richer feature. Besides entertainment, the Xperia Z1 also carry a wide range of business facilities that will help all users needs. Specifically for audio, though it has many exciting features like Equalizer and Clear Audio, the sound produced via headset less than the maximum. This means that the loudspeaker is only able to produce standards sound quality.

Although be able to play Full HD movies, Xperia Z1 can not play all formats of video files smoothly so that users have to add some video player apps.

Camera

Camera is the flagship feature brought by Sony Xperia Z1. In addition to having major resolution of 20.7 MP, G Lens with Exmor technology RS plus Sony's BIONZ Eliminate Noise can capture images with a 27mm wide angle of view with clear and sharp results. On the camera interface menu structure is slightly different than the Xperia Z or Z Ultra. Additional features of the Xperia Z1 interface arranged in the form of SQUARE and accompanied a detailed explanation about the capability of the features.

In addition, the Xperia Z1 equipped with some interesting and unique photo effects that can be selected on the AR Effect mode and Picture Effect. And the result is, photographs made by Xperia Z1 looks more attractive and unique. Through Info-Eye mode users can get important information from the internet about the object of the captured images. The resulting image can also be instantly shared to Social Media with activate Social Live mode.

Unlike the Xperia Z Ultra that a little blurry, the display of the object in the viewfinder Xperia Z1 remains clearly visible. Superior Auto and HDR feature can be used to produce high quality photographs without making special arrangements. And the most important and interesting is the user can take a photo using the camera in water with the Sony Xperia Z1 with good results.

Benchmark

Although it has almost the same hardware specs with the Xperia Z Ultra, but based on the results of benchmark tests using multiple applications, Sony Xperia Z1 performance is better than the Ultra Z, goes so far as to leave some products from other vendors in the same class.

When using Antutu, Xperia Z1 get the value 34466. Whereas when tested using Quadrant Standard, Sony Xperia Z1 at the top with the number 20506. And the value of making the Sony Xperia Z1 is at the top when compared to the Ultra Z Xperia, Xperia Z, Samsung Galaxy S4, HTC One and Samsung Galaxy S4 Zoom.

The Excess and Weaknesses

• The Excess: Sony Xperia Z1 has a camera of 20.7 MP, 5-inch Full HD screen and using technology Triluminos and X-Reality Mobile, using a Quad Core 2.2 GHz processor, a IP55/IP58 certificate and make the Xperia Z1 is dust and water resistant.

• Weaknesses: Battery on the Xperia Z1 can not be overridden or called non-removable, the resulting audio quality is standards, the video player does not support DivX and XviD formats.

 

Conclusion

Sony Xperia Z1 be the one opening product for the smartphone era with the big camera. Because supports variety of camera features and using the latest technology, Sony Xperia Z1 can be used to produce images in highest quality, even shooting in the water.

Although Sony Xperia Z1 is a type of smartphone cameras, but reliable hardware and support facilities are also particularly suitable for users who like to play games, watch video and help the work.