A few weeks ago we presented you some of the phablets with which the Chinese company Cubot, intends to occupy a prominent place in the medium and low cost segments. As we have commented on other occasions, the firms of the Asian giant are gaining positions in terms of implantation and market share. We see an example in that currently, in the ranking of the most powerful technology on the planet, we find some from the country of the Great Wall such as Huawei, Lenovo, Vivo or Oppo. However, not only are the largest companies consolidated in other regions outside their country of origin, but at the same time, we find dozens of technology companies that, with greater or lesser success, are also entering markets such as Europe or America.
However, an increase in supply and the number of players present in the sector can also lead to a saturation that is already evident in the field of tablets and that, according to technology experts from around the world, will not take long. be reflected in the scope of smaller devices. Oblivious to this situation, Cubot lands in our country once again with terminals such as Notes S. We tell you the highlights of this phablet which aims to offer balanced benefits at a very affordable price.
Integrated
We begin by talking about the finishes and the physical appearance of this model. The Note S combines the metal frames of aluminum with housings of plastic in order to offer lightness and at the same time, resistance. The phablet is available in several shades: Gold, black and white. With a weight of around 160 grams, it has approximate dimensions of 15 × 7,7 centimeters. Regarding its thickness, 8,8 millimeters, we are facing a device that is not one of the slimmest on the market but that nevertheless, it is not uncomfortable to grip.
Image
Trying to squeeze the side edges as much as possible, the Cubot phablet has a panel of 5,5 inches. To this, a resolution is added HD 1280 × 720 pixels and a 2,5D curved glass. As we have mentioned on other occasions when talking about models with this type of diagonal, at first glance, the brightness is reduced and the sharpness of the image is improved. On the other hand, it has Miravision, of which we also talked to you on other occasions and that aims to combine energy saving with the reduction of visual fatigue on the part of users when it comes to being in front of the screens.
In the field of cameras, we find two sensors: One rear of 8 Mpx y one front of 5 that, among its strengths, have a membrane that is responsible for controlling the amount of light and brightness that enters through the lenses in order to obtain higher quality photos and videos. Finally, we talk about another characteristic of glass: Its galvanized layer that reduces the impact of finger pressure on it.
Performance
In relation to speed and memory, we find a low cost phablet in the strict sense. Despite not having leading parameters, we are not facing the highest ones either. A 2 GB RAM and a capacity of initial storage of 16 they are proof of it. The latter can be expanded up to 32 using Micro SD cards. To try to compensate for some modest specifications for some in this sense, the Cubot have decided to accompany the processor, a MediaTek 6580, from a Mali 400 GPU that, according to its manufacturers, runs more elaborate 3D games and audiovisual content in HD format without problems.
Operating System
In the field of software, this phablet Made in China does not have great news either. Note S is equipped with Android 5.1, which can also be an inconvenience for those looking for an interface that is as up-to-date as possible and even more so if we take into account that in the field of low cost we are also witnessing the consolidation of Android Marshmallow. In terms of connectivity, it supports networks 2G, 3G, WiFi and Bluetooth generation.
Autonomy
Finally, we finish talking about the battery of the Note S and that it is characterized by having a higher capacity than the average of the phablets that we are used to seeing: 4.150 mAh To which we must add the standard installation of Clean Master and the incorporation of Doze in the operating system.
Availability and price
Although Cubot already has technical support in our country, the best way to acquire this phablet is through the company's own website, where it is already present by reservation. Another reason why this sales channel is the most appropriate is because here we will not find ourselves facing significant price variations that we could see if we resort to other portals. Its price is 119,95 euros.
The Chinese company aspires to occupy a place in the Spanish market. Through an affordable device and, at first glance balanced, Cubot has to face several challenges, such as the dominance of other companies in the national consumer electronics sector such as Samsung or even technology born in our country. After learning more about the Note S, do you think what opportunities to get a good reception? You have available more related information about other phablets of the firm such as Dinosaur so that you can learn more about the terminals offered by the brand.
This phrase killed me !!!
"To try to compensate for some modest specifications for some in this regard, the Cubot have decided to accompany the processor, a MediaTek 6580, with a Mali 400 GPU"
Highlighting that graph is like highlighting a Pentium from 10 years ago.