Smartphone Nokia 8 Sirocco - advantages and disadvantages

The Nokia brand has always been associated with high quality and reliability of mobile devices, as well as with unusual design solutions, which ensured the popularity of the models of this company. The new Nokia 8 Sirocco is positioned as a fashion flagship in a metal case with a screen diagonal of 5.5 inches. The company announced the release of the device at the exhibition in February 2018.

The article discusses in detail all the functionality and characteristics of the gadget, as well as how much this smartphone model costs.

Overview of technical parameters of the device

The device has a powerful filling, which ensures fast operation of the device.

1. Processor: 8-core Snapdragon 835 with a clock frequency of 2360 MHz. There is an Adreno 540 GPU.
2. Memory: RAM - 6 GB, built-in - 128 GB.
3. Operating system: Android One (version 8.1).
4. Battery capacity: 3260 mAh, provides up to 22 hours of talk time. Wireless charging of the device is provided, fast charging technology is supported.
5. Screen: diagonal is 5.5 inches, resolution - 2560x1440. Production technology - P-OLED. The pixel density is 534 ppi. The display occupies 80% of the entire body. The glass is scratch resistant, there is a light and proximity sensor.
6. Camera: the number of megapixels of the main camera is 12 and 13, and the front camera is 5. The presence of a double zoom.
7. Connectivity: Support CDMA, GSM, UMTS, LTE, Bluetooth0 and Wi-Fi.
8. Sensors: built-in accelerometer, compass, barometer and compass.
9. Positioning: Glonass, BeiDou and GPS.
10. Material: glass and aluminum.
11. Colour: This model is only available in black.
12. Dimensions: the flagship is 14.1 cm long, 7.3 cm wide and 0.75 cm thick.

Device design

The appearance of the gadget strongly distinguishes this device from the range of smartphones. While many manufacturers are trying to lengthen the body of their models, Nokia, on the contrary, prefers standard forms, which look more “square” compared to other devices. The effect of the extended screen is achieved due to the rounding on both sides of the device.

The body of the smartphone itself is made of metal with Gorilla Glass 5 protective glass, which also covers the entire front of the gadget. A steel frame runs along the edge of the device, which makes the design of the Nokia 8 Sirocco smartphone more stylish. The device is waterproof, allowing you to submerge your phone in water for half an hour to a depth of no more than 1 meter.

Despite the large screen size, the smartphone fits comfortably in the hand and looks very compact. The thickness of the device is only 7.5 mm, and the steel stroke is 2 mm. The volume and unlock buttons are located on the right side of the device, but they are completely invisible, as they completely merge with the phone body. On the one hand, this makes the device more monolithic, and on the other hand, it creates problems with finding and pressing keys.

The back surface of the flagship has a glossy surface, on which there are prints from any touch. On the same panel, there is a dual camera and a fingerprint scanner, which responds quite quickly. On the bottom of the smartphone is a USB type C port. There is no headphone jack.

Smartphone performance

Thanks to the flagship Snapdragon 835 processor, which was installed in all the top devices of 2017, and a large amount of RAM, the device works without freezes and slowdowns even under heavy load. The device does not have heavy applications that many manufacturers preinstall on their models.

The device is so fast that it is suitable for active games at maximum quality settings. The company considers businessmen to be the main buyers of this flagship, so the phone can work with a large number of work programs without any problems. It is not possible to expand the internal memory by 128 GB, but this is compensated by access to unlimited storage on Google Photos. Dual Sim technology is also not provided.

Separately, it is worth looking at the operating system. There is a pure Android One installed here, which will be regularly updated and improve security.It is not overloaded with third-party services, thanks to which it works quickly and smoothly.

autonomy

Popular Nokia models have always been distinguished by good performance in terms of battery life. Sirocco is no exception. With an average load of the device, it is able to withstand a charge of up to 6 hours. A big plus for this device is the presence of Qi wireless charging. It also gives the device style and image.

Screen Specifications

A gadget display with curved edges is not very popular with manufacturers. Such screens are most often installed on premium models, so the Nokia 8 Sirocco smartphone, the advantages and disadvantages of which are described below, is no exception. However, this detail has a significant drawback - when viewed from different angles, the display is inverted, which is especially striking in rounded areas. It's all the fault of the matrix used in the phone.

The device has a good margin of brightness, and the large screen size accommodates a lot of information. The clarity of the picture provides QHD resolution, so everything looks bright and colorful. The screen size is comfortable not only for watching videos, but also for playing games. The always-on Always On screen is a bonus. With its help, the display always shows the date, time, missed calls, messages and other notifications.

Camera Features

Main

The gadget is equipped with a dual camera module with optics from Zeiss. The main one has an aperture of f / 1.7, and the second - f / 2.6. The number of megapixels is 12 and 13, respectively.

In good daylight, pictures are clear and high quality, thanks to good focus and sharpness.But at night, with standard settings, it is difficult to get a high-quality photo. It is recommended that you set the professional shooting mode carefully.

An example of a photo taken during the day:

How the flagship photographs at night:

The camera has an HDR mode, but when it is turned on, there are slight slowdowns during shooting. This is due to the frame processing algorithm used, which, according to many users, is not fully optimized in this device. Also, the device has a feature that is typical for most Nokia phones - Bothie mode. It allows you to take pictures at the same time on the main and front camera. Live Bokeh mode creates a slight background blur, but does not always accurately guess the location of the object.

Frontal

The rear camera has a standard 5 megapixel for most devices. Pictures are of average quality.

Shooting video

The quality of the recorded video does not differ dramatically from other representatives of this price segment. The model has good stabilization and shooting mode in 4K resolution.

Sound

The device is equipped with one speaker, which provides comfortable sound quality both when watching videos and listening to music. An unusual solution here is the presence of a Type C headset. Such an addition is not only modern and technological, but also insanely stylish. The sound quality in the headphones is good.

Separately, it is worth talking about the quality of the recording, because it was on it that the manufacturers focused. The gadget is equipped with 3 microphones that are capable of recording high-definition sound (up to 132 decibels). With their help, you can record even at a loud rock concert, this will not affect the sound quality in any way.This innovation is especially nice for those who like to shoot videos.

Interface Features

Nokia was the first to switch to Android One. Therefore, all phones produced by this brand have a similar interface. This solution provides for regular receipt of security updates. The gadgets of this company also have access to the beta development of the Android system, so users of these devices are among the first to see new versions.

Nokia 8 Sirocco has added some details that are missing in pure Android. They allow you to expand the functionality of devices. These additions include a double tap on the screen, which is designed to wake up the device.

Also in this device in a special way opens the taskbar. Here you can’t just make a gesture on an empty space, but you need to interact with the fingerprint scanner. For users who are using the smartphones of the presented company for the first time, such an innovation may not seem very convenient. You can launch the camera even when the screen is locked. To do this, just press the lock key twice.

Input and processing

The sensor of the device is fast, responds well to touch even in curved parts of the screen. The nimble fingerprint scanner is surrounded by a small frame, making it easy to find without looking. The system buttons are located on the display, which is why the screen bezels are quite narrow.

In the device settings, you can find the setting for unlocking the screen by face recognition (not available when you first turn it on).However, the function works quite slowly and after turning on the screen, you must additionally swipe your finger across the screen to completely disable the lock, which takes even more time. This option requires major modifications by the manufacturer.

The pre-installed GBoard acts as a keyboard. It is easy to use, responds quickly to touch and has voice input.

Equipment

Along with the smartphone, the user receives a charger with a USB cable, a paperclip to open the SIM slot, a wired headset with an adapter to USB type C, and a user manual. The power supply supports QuickCharge technology (it allows you to charge the device in just 2 hours by 100%).

Also, the phone has a branded transparent case that will protect the device from scratches and scuffs. But according to the majority of the owner of the device, such an accessory significantly worsens the appearance of the gadget.

The warranty for the device is 24 months.

User Reviews

Those users who have already been lucky enough to become the owner of the novelty of 2018 are actively sharing their opinions about the flagship on the Internet. Many note the solid design of the phone - elegant and minimalistic.

Most are completely satisfied with the performance of the device and its system. Fans of mobile games claim that the device works stably at 60 frames per second. There is no sensor stutter in demanding applications, and gyroscope control does not fail either.

However, some users are upset that the device does not have a dedicated headphone jack.

Smartphone cost

The average price for this model according to online stores in 2018 is 40,000 rubles.On the territory of Kazakhstan, the device can be purchased for 270,000 tenge.

Conclusion

• stylish design;
• productive;
• lies comfortably in the hand;
• reliable manufacturer;
• good autonomy;
• OS Android One;
• headphones with Type C connector included;
• high quality recorded sound.

• high price;
• inconvenient buttons on the sidebar;
• no 3.5mm jack;
• there is no slot for memory cards and an additional SIM card;
• the screen is inverted at the folds.

The new Nokia 8 Sirocco has many advantages among devices in this segment. However, for the price, this device cannot compete with other flagship Android smartphones, which have better processors and cameras. But for fans of a clean system, a screen with a familiar aspect ratio, and just Nokia fans, such a device will be the best purchase, especially if the price of this device decreases in the future.