Smartphone Lenovo K6 Power - advantages and disadvantages

The operating time on a single charge today is an important criterion in the choice of modern smartphones, since they are discharged quickly enough. To satisfy the requests of customers, manufacturers are trying to use large links and optimize the operation of the software. It is in the Lenovo K6 Power phone that the developers have optimized the system and installed energy-efficient components that should prolong battery life. This model has 2 options: 2/16 GB and 3/32.

Specifications

Based on the fact that the Lenovo K6 Power phone costs 16,000 rubles, it has modest technical parameters. For example, RAM 2 and 3 GB, and built-in 16 and 32 GB.The main camera is 13 MP and the front camera is 8 MP. The smartphone supports 3G and 4G networks. With such indicators, you can find a phone for 7-8 thousand. To understand by what parameters the price was formed, you can evaluate them in the table:

Memory and performance

The phone is equipped with a budget eight-core Qualcomm Snapdragon 430 processor. For example, competitors are now trying to install more efficient processors: 6xx from Qualcomm, or products from MediaTek. But developers from Lenovo believe that users will only use basic functions, and will not play "heavy" games. As a result, we chose an average processor in terms of performance. Nevertheless, no slowdowns or failures were noticed in the operation of the device.

As already mentioned, the RAM in the device is 2 or 3 GB, and the built-in memory is 16 or 32 GB. Additionally, you can install a flash drive up to 256 GB.

Scope of delivery and positioning

The set includes a standard set:

• Clip for removing SIM cards;
• Instruction;
• Protective film;
• Wired headphones;
• Charger;
• The smartphone itself.

Design and quality

This model looks like a regular smartphone and does not stand out in any way. The developers made it with a huge screen and rounded edges. Everything is done economically without additional accessories. The shiny antenna and scanner pleases the eye. The rear camera lens does not extend beyond the body, which will please users.The device fits comfortably in the hand.

The body is made from solid aluminium. Because of this, the phone slips a little in the hand. That's why you can't do without a cover. A slight downside to the build is the lightweight power button, which sometimes has to be pressed hard to activate.

The touch buttons are located under the screen of the device. Unfortunately, the touch keys are not backlit, which is unforgivable for mid-range phones. But the LED beacon of notifications pleases.

On the front, the 5-inch screen is surrounded by an overly large bezel. At the top of the front panel is an 8 MP front camera. There are also various sensors and a speaker.

On the back panel are:

• Two speakers;
• LED flash;
• The fingerprint scanner;
• 13 MP camera.

A microphone is installed on the bottom edge, and a 3.5 mm headphone jack and microUSB 2.0 are installed on the top. On the left, they made a hybrid slot for a nanoSIM or nanoSIM + memory card. The power and volume buttons are located on the right side.

Screen settings

The five-inch display has a FullHD extension, an IPS matrix type, as well as 441 pixels per inch. Equipped with an ambient light sensor. In the settings, you can choose two types of colors, there is practically no difference between them. The screen has a good IPS-matrix, but it is unremarkable, since it is on most devices that run on Android. Now some companies have started putting AMOLED screens on mid-range phones.

The text is clearly visible in the sun. The display has a good oleophobic coating, thanks to which fingerprints are almost invisible.

Battery

The battery capacity is 4000 milliamp hours.This allows the phone to work 48 hours of talk time or 11 days of standby time. The device itself charges in 3.5 hours. There is no fast charging feature.

Approximately 10 hours you can watch video at the maximum brightness level. If you work with the phone in auto-brightness mode for 5-6 hours a day, it will work without recharging for up to three days.

Communication options

The developers tried to make the unit as budget-friendly as possible, but they set a price where the characteristics should be 2 times better. This smartphone is designed for those who care about the appearance, not the parameters. This model is far from the best option for those who transmit large amounts of information on the Internet.

Another drawback: there is no separate slot for a memory card.

With navigation, the smartphone has no problems, because it always correctly shows the road in the transitional mode, and driving mode.

Camera

The 8 megapixel front camera has special features: it is a face and skin enhancement mode. The new “smart” mode, which Lenovo began using at the end of 2016, allows you to automatically determine the composition. For example, when the user is about to take a picture of a landscape, then an electronic level automatically appears on the screen, thanks to which you can correct the image.

The main camera has only 13 MP, which is very small for a model at this price. As a result, the pictures are of poor quality, and on the screen of the device itself they look almost blurry. In Smart mode, Lenovo phones often show the exposure, and also fail to correctly measure the dark and bright areas of the frame.Because of this, pictures are often too bright or too dark.

The camera here is of average quality. Errors in automatic settings can be corrected using manual mode.

Video is recorded in FullHD mode.

All software features

The Android 6.0.1 operating system is installed in this device, and on top of it is a special shell from Lenovo. Previously it was called Vibe UI, but now it is an unnamed shell and consists of various programs that slightly modify the appearance. Other devices of the company have the same capabilities. If you install Android 7 instead of Android 6 in the Lenovo K6 Power model, then you will not see any cardinal changes in the interface.

The main menu looks the same as in Android. The display contains:

• Widgets;
• Program icons;
• It is possible to add desktops.

But there is still a difference: the company has abandoned the general menu, which displays a bunch of unnecessary programs that slow down the system. Here you can highlight widgets and sort programs into folders. Thanks to this menu, the user quickly unlearns to enter the menu and flip through the "talmud" of programs in order to find the one you need. In many Android devices, this feature can be confusing. Here everything is clear and nothing superfluous.

The user can customize any panel to his taste, leaving those icons that he works with all the time, disabling unnecessary ones.

In addition, you can select the lightning launch menu of the options of interest:

• Programs;
• Music players;
• List of included programs;
• Calculator;
• Stopwatch;
• Cameras.

The battery indicator shows the charge level, both as a graph and as a percentage.

In the settings, there are many hidden options that are typical only for Lenovo. This, for example, displays the frequency of the Wi-Fi connection in which the network operates.

In contacts, it is possible to set full-screen photos that will be displayed during an incoming / outgoing call.

In addition, it is possible to set the schedule for the phone. That is, the time of its start and shutdown.

When you turn on your phone, the automatic data archiving function starts. It's called Lenovo ID. This feature is optional, so there is no need to use it all the time.

The utility for managing battery status is the power manager. It has a number of settings that can extend battery life (such as smart screen saver or maximum power saving mode). This utility displays data on which applications consume the most energy, as well as which components contribute to this. If necessary, you can temporarily or permanently disable some features if they contribute to the rapid consumption of the battery.

In the "Themes" section, you can customize all interface components. Each theme is varied, so there is plenty to choose from.

It is also possible to configure device operation scenarios, which is developed by the user independently. This includes:

• Change ringtone;
• Enable\disable Internet connection;
• The ability to change the mode of operation of SIM cards.

You can also change to on-screen and touch buttons, as you like. Hold your finger on the screen to open the multitasking menu.

The "Safe Zone" feature allows you to store files and programs in an additional cloud.Thanks to this feature, access to the Play Market from another account is available.

Smart Lock allows you to unlock your phone when other devices are nearby. It is also possible to add a screen unlock using the owner's face or voice.

Working with contacts and calendar

In this menu, everything is extremely simple. You can additionally enter an email address and a personal melody into one contact. In addition, a selection of additional fields is available. While viewing an existing contact, messages are displayed in a separate field, as well as the call history.

Additional option: "yellow pages", which allows you to search for different places (cinema, restaurants, bars).

The phone supports the function of recording conversations, which, if necessary, can be listened to at a convenient time. This feature is perfect for journalists, lawyers and VIPs and people who want to remember important information for them.

Messages are sorted according to the following parameters:

• Favorites;
• Familiar contacts;
• unknown numbers;
• Sort by time;
• Display only unread messages.

In order to find the desired number in the phone book, it is enough to enter a few numbers or part of the name in the dialing field.

The calendar displays events, the current date and the weather forecast.

Interesting Options

Among the additional options, the following deserve attention:

• Explorer is a file manager.
• Dictaphone - allows you to record conversations.
• Security is the company's proprietary antivirus that simultaneously analyzes applications and tests the operation of the software.
• ShareIt - allows you to synchronize content between different devices (for example, between two phones, or a phone and a PC, etc.).
• SyncIt - archives the list of calls, SMS messages and contacts. You can set a password if necessary.

Multimedia

FM radio can record broadcasts. Can only work with headphones.

Music player from Google.

Results: the pros and cons of a smartphone

• Comfortable in using;
• Multifunctional;
• Ultra light (145 grams);
• There are separate folders with programs;
• Powerful battery;
• When listening to the radio, a recording of the broadcasts is available;
• You can record telephone conversations.

• High price;
• Middle chamber;
• Heats up quickly;
• There is no separate slot for a memory card;
• Weak processor (not suitable for those who like to play “heavy games”);
• Lightweight power button (does not always work with a normal press).

This device was created by Chinese developers in the middle price range. The main advantage over competitors: a long time on a single charge. The screen is made in Full HD format. In daily work, it functions quite well. Suitable for those who value communication more than speed and performance.

The hybrid slot, into which you can insert a flash drive or a second SIM, creates some inconvenience. Also, the phone overheats a lot if it is used for a long time without interruption.

Phones Lenovo K6 / K6 Power open a line of smartphones that were positioned in terms of price / quality ratio. In the Russian Federation, only Lenovo K6 Power went on sale, which is much more expensive and lower quality than the devices of the entire K6 series. The device is no different. It can only be bought by a die-hard Lenovo fan, or someone who likes the design and doesn't pay much attention to performance.