Overview of the smartphone HTC Exodus 1s with key features

Modern manufacturers of electronic devices make a lot of efforts to meet the diverse needs of potential consumers. Thus, the Taiwanese brand NTS oriented the presented Exodus 1s to a user who needs a device capable of locally conducting transactions with cryptocurrency. What are the key features and main characteristics of the presented model will be discussed in the article below.

Exodus 1s features

The highlight of the model is the presence of a built-in Zion Wallet, thanks to which it is possible to conduct transactions using Bitcoin, Ethereum, as well as other relevant cryptocurrencies. In addition, the device verifies transactions as an independent unit of the blockchain system.It should be noted that in order to implement this point, it is important to consider the following:

• the device must have access to the Internet via a wireless wi-fi network and connection to the electrical network (in order to avoid an unexpected shutdown, taking into account the battery capacity parameter of 3075 mAh and the power required to run a full-fledged node);
• it is mandatory to use a memory card with a capacity of at least 400 GB for the correct operation of the device as a node of the blockchain system, since the volume of the bitcoin registry is 260 GB plus its increase for each year is 60 GB.

Appearance

The visual assessment of the device, which became possible due to the official presentation, allows us to note that the presented model is distinguished by the strictness of its forms, the restraint of the color scheme of the body part of the product (made in classic black). The original print of the rear panel allows you to identify a smartphone from a faceless mass of devices of this design.

Other identifying elements of the exterior design include a fingerprint sensor on the rear surface and single front and rear photographic modules. Their placement is standard, like a great many similar devices: a fingerprint sensor is located on the rear surface, above it is the main camera, the front camera has traditionally settled in the upper part of the front panel.

Specifications

Display

The device is equipped with a touch screen with a diagonal of 5.47 inches and a resolution of 720*1440 pixels.

The manufacturer did not save on the matrix: IPS technology was used in the gadget. With its help, it is possible to realize decent viewing angles and a good level of color palette reproduction (it is not without reason that this type of matrix is ​​preferred by graphic design specialists, masters who create a photographic product and video editing).

The display has a comfortable visual perception of any content aspect ratio (height/width) - 18/9 (two to one).

Platform

It does not hurt to note that the device does not have the latest version of the operating system (Android 8.1) and a somewhat outdated chipset (Snapdragon 435, which is based on a 28 nanometer process). Adreno 505 is used as a graphics processing unit.

Memory Options

By today's standards, the 4 GB/64 GB internal storage (RAM/ROM respectively) presented is not impressive. But to solve the current everyday tasks that the average smartphone has to implement, they may well be enough.

But given that the smartphone is positioned as a blockchain device, these values ​​are clearly not enough for the gadget to function as an independent device - you will need an SD card, which is purchased separately (as mentioned earlier, its volume must be no less than 400 GB) .

Battery device

The unit has a modest battery life of 3075 mAh. A non-removable lithium polymer battery stores the charge. The available indicator of battery life from a single charge will be enough to maintain the working state of the device during the day when the unit is used as a regular smartphone. However, the specific purpose of the gadget will not allow you not to resort (perhaps repeatedly throughout the day) to the services of the power grid.

cameras

Both the rear camera and the selfie module are equipped with single cameras with LED flash with a resolution of 13 megapixels.

These sensors operate in a high dynamic range mode and shoot amateur-level videos in fps format, plus the main camera will help create video files in the format.

Network and interfaces

The phone received a tray designed for 2 units of nano format SIM cards, their work is organized in dual standby mode.

The device supports the usual option related to the exchange of information between electronic devices. The leading role in this matter belongs to the wireless Internet wi-fi. As mentioned earlier, its presence is a vital necessity for the correct operation of the gadget as an independent node of the blockchain system.The phone has dual-band Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac with a hotspot and wi-fi direct, which helps to establish a direct connection between devices without the presence of an intermediate electronic unit. Also exchange data (but at a short distance) will help bluetooth version 5.

Providing data on the point of location of the object at the current moment of time within the planet is within the competence of satellite navigation tools A-GPS, BDS, Glonass, Galileo.

Connecting to an adapter or other devices is possible via the well-known microUSB 2.0.

The unit does not have an FM radio.

Sound

The device implements a hands-free mode, as well as active noise suppression.

There is a headphone jack (3.5 mm minijack).

Additional features

The security of the data stored in the phone is implemented by a fingerprint sensor. The type of matrix that is used (IPS) does not allow the sensor to be built directly into the screen, so it is usually placed on the back surface.

The process of using the sensor that recognizes the fingerprint is as comfortable as possible: the configuration of the device allows the device to fit comfortably in the palm of your hand and the finger almost itself rests on the sensor that reacts by unlocking the device, providing access to phone files (or, on the contrary, limiting it).

There are also a proximity sensor and an accelerometer, standard for modern smartphones. The first one will react with a screen block to the physical approach of the unit to the ear, which will eliminate inadvertent clicks and help save battery power. The second one will track the rotations of the structure in space.

Under certain conditions, the compass application may become relevant, which will help you find the desired object on the ground.

A special place belongs to the Zion crypto wallet, as well as other elements of surveillance equipment (bitcoin full node support, secure enclave, social key recovery, decentralized apps), which allow running a full bitcoin node directly on a telephone device.

Price

According to preliminary information, the price for the new model will be about 220 euros.

Advantages and disadvantages

The Exodus 1s review helped shape the initial impression of the new blockchain smartphone. The key feature of the model is the ability to use it as a full-fledged bitcoin node. At the same time, the owner can store the entire cryptocurrency register on a microSD card. However, it is important not to forget that its size is 260 GB, moreover, an increase of 60 GB annually will at some point lead to the exhaustion of external storage resources. At the same time, the hardware is characterized by mediocre performance. What moments prevail in the novelty, positive or negative, is up to the future user of the new device. At the stage of preliminary consideration, the following pros and cons of a beginner can be noted.

• increased confidentiality of offline database;
• a combination of affordable cost and the ability to operate the device as a full-fledged bitcoin node;
• a matrix that provides excellent transmission of the color palette and decent viewing angles, display parameters that are comfortable for perceiving information; stylish modern design.

• starting the node is possible only when the device is connected to charging due to the energy consumption of the operation;
• modest parameter of battery life;
• limited external memory resources, which will be exhausted after a certain period of time;
• not the latest version of the operating system and a somewhat outdated processor model.