Review of the smartphone Prestigio Grace B7 LTE

In 2018, a phone from the Prestigio concern was released - the Prestigio Grace B7 LTE smartphone. In the article we will consider the characteristics and features of this device.

Briefly about the manufacturer

Prestigio was founded in 1990. This is an international corporation that provides a service for promoting IT products around the world. The company is part of the ASBIS concern, which is engaged in the production of digital electronics. Smartphones with an Android device have been produced since 2012. The chain of smartphones is named MultiPhone. It is presented in more than twenty different models.

In addition to smartphones, the company deals with navigators, computer accessories, tablets, e-books and video recorders. The head office is located in Cyprus in the city of Limassol.Prestigio offers the buyer quality at an affordable price. The brand of the company sells in eighty countries and has established itself as one of the leading brands.

Specifications

Equipment

The device package includes:

• The box is compact;
• Charger;
• Micro USB cable;
• Film on the display;
• Instructions for use;
• Warranty card.

Design and description

In appearance, the smartphone is made in the form of a classic monoblock. Device dimensions 72.9 mm 152.6 mm 8.2 mm (W H D). Available in gold, blue and black. Rounded side edges provide practicality in everyday use. Protective film 2.5 D is not scratched. The case is thin, yet durable, collapsible. Production material - metal and plastic. The joints are closely fitted to each other. There are three side buttons on the right side.

SIM cards are inserted into slots located under the back cover. There is a third slot for a memory card. The main camera with LED flash is located on the back panel in the upper right corner, the front one is on the front panel. There are no touch buttons on the bottom of the front panel, they are virtual. The headphone and charging jacks are on the top.The weight of the device is 167 grams, which is optimal, it is not heavy, but not light either. The design can be attributed to the flagship status. The device looks stylish and aesthetically pleasing, one might even say that it is expensive.

Screen

The screen of the smartphone is 5.7 inches with a resolution of 720 × 1440 pixels. This resolution is suitable for the sharpest image. Aspect ratio 18:9 (H:W). The screen area on the front panel of the case is 75.61%. The screen is getting bigger with every new Prestigio model. IPS screen type, which allows you to see the image at wide viewing angles. The image is not distorted and the colors do not change. The picture is bright and realistic.

Brightness can be adjusted manually. The number of colors is 16 million. In the bright sun, you can perform all the actions, the screen adapts to the sun, as it has an anti-reflective property. The touch screen is capacitive with multi-touch, that is, it recognizes multiple touches. Multitouch is very popular among consumers. You can control the device with all ten fingers, which is convenient and comfortable for advanced users. The screen has an auto-rotate function.

Hardware and performance

The chipset responsible for all the functions of the Prestigio Grace B7 LTE smartphone is the Media Tek MT6737 processor. The processor has four cores with a frequency of 1250 MHz. Together with two GB of RAM, the processor ensures high performance of the device. The cooling frequency of 1250 MHz does not overheat the smartphone. The ARM Mali - T720 MP1 GPU creates the optimal speed for displaying graphics on the screen. USB socket for charging Micro USB version 2.0. 3000 mAh Li-Ion battery, not removable. Possibility to install a Micro SD or Micro SDHC memory card.With such hardware, it is possible to carry out any tasks on a smartphone, from reading to modern games.

cameras

The main camera has 12.98 megapixels and LED flash, with a resolution of 4160 x 3120 pixels. The camera has features such as continuous shooting, panoramic shooting, autofocus, graphic marks, face detection, scene selection. The camera can zoom in with the digital zoom. The camera settings also have white balance, ISO, HDR, exposure compensation.

Photos are clear and high quality with auto focus. The flash allows you to take pictures in any light. For photos, the geotagging function is available, that is, binding the coordinates of the location at the time of shooting. For many users, this is a very useful and necessary feature.

Video recording resolution 1280 × 720 pixels, 0.92 MP. The video supports mp4, avi, mpg4, 3gpp format.

Front camera with a resolution of 2560 x 1920 pixels, 4.92 MP. Video recording is also possible with the front camera.

Communication and communications

SIM card size - Nano SIM, the other will not work. The number of SIM cards is two. The smartphone supports digital mobile communication GSM, UMTS, LTE, GPRS, HSPA. Satellite navigation is GPS and A is GPS. Fast Internet will be provided by the 4G system and Wi-Fi. Bluetooth 4.0 with A2DP support. The device makes video calls and has an FM radio. WAP and HTML browsers.

SMS messages are displayed on the screen in the form of chats. Speakerphone available. Supports working with Word and Excel documents. The device is easily connected to the computer. The smartphone has an extended phone book, you can add an unlimited number of contacts.

Multimedia and software

 The Prestigio Grace B7 LTE smartphone is equipped with the Android Google version 7.0 software platform, which provides accessibility to various applications. Android 7.0 opens up new possibilities for using the Internet. You can use two applications at the same time, that is, multi-window mode is available. In one window, enjoy the movie, and in the other, chat with friends.

To save your time, you can reply to a message directly from the notification. Android 7.0 allows you to save data on your device and block unnecessary notifications. Audio support is AAC, AMR, FLAC, MIDI, MP3, OGG, WMA, WAV players. The headphone jack is 3.5 mm, it is suitable for headphones without the use of adapters. Video support is GPP, AVI, MP4, Xvid players. It is possible to connect a third-party player.

autonomy

The autonomy of the device is provided by a non-removable Li-Ion battery with a capacity of 3000 mAh. Battery capacity affects the duration of the device. This is a powerful battery. If you reduce the battery consumption, then it will last for a long time. Reduced consumption can be achieved by turning off Wi-Fi and 4G, reducing the brightness of the display, deleting unused applications. In the phone settings there is a sleep mode, which also significantly saves battery power.

Additional functions

• The smartphone has a fingerprint scanner. Any device in the 21st century is the custodian of huge personal and financial information. Consumers use mobile banking and virtual wallets. To protect files, the manufacturer installs a fingerprint scanner on its device. Using a scanner as a protection is very convenient, since passwords and PIN codes are constantly forgotten. Access to unlock the device can only be obtained by the owner.
• The accelerometer sensor allows the device to improve the experience of the game application in any position, at different tilt angles. The user can watch a movie or play in any position. The smartphone itself will choose how to rotate the image for comfortable perception.
• Dictaphone for recording the necessary information. Possibility to create your own audio journal. You can also record voice notes, and delete if necessary.
• Proximity sensor. Using this sensor, the device recognizes the approach of the keyboard to the ear, the display goes blank, and when a finger or hand approaches, it turns on and displays the current information. This feature in the smartphone reduces power consumption and extends battery life.
• Light sensor. It controls the brightness of the display depending on the lighting.
• Mute the microphone during a call, which is necessary for many users.

Advantages and disadvantages of a smartphone

• Acceptable price;
• The manufacturing company Prestigio is branded;
• Screen 5.7 inches. The largest screen in the line of models;
• The design corresponds to the flagship, stylish;
• Ability to work in 4G networks;
• Multitouch;
• autonomy;
• Performance;
• Powerful 13 MP camera.

• A small memory of 2 GB is not enough for modern, fashionable games and applications;
• In the event of a breakdown, it is difficult to find spare parts, you only need to order;
• Sometimes hangs.

Conclusion

Prestigio Grace B7 LTE is a budget 4G smartphone. Autonomous battery. A 5.7-inch screen can easily replace a tablet. Decent quality for an affordable price. If you are looking for an inexpensive and high-quality option with high-speed Internet, then this smartphone is a great choice. If you pick up a smartphone, it is convenient for you to hold it in your hand, you like the design and build quality, then you should take it.Prestigio Grace B7 LTE can be described as seven in one - design, screen, scanner, 4G, OS and 2 SIM cards - an excellent solution for choosing a budget smartphone.