Smartphone Review 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. It is an international corporation that provides services for promoting IT products around the world. The company is part of the ASBIS concern, which is engaged in the production of digital electronics. Android smartphones have been produced since 2012. The smartphone chain is named MultiPhone. It is presented in more than twenty different models.

In addition to smartphones, the company is engaged in navigators, accessories for computers, tablets, e-books and video recorders. The head office is located in Cyprus in the city of Limassol. Prestigio offers its customers quality at an affordable price. The brand of the company conducts sales in eighty countries and has established itself as one of the leading brands.

Specifications

Equipment

The package includes:

• The box is compact;
• Charging;
• Micro USB cable;
• Film for display;
• Instructions for use;
• Warranty coupon.

Design and description

In appearance, the smartphone is made in the form of a classic candy bar. The dimensions of the device are 72.9 mm * 152.6 mm * 8.2 mm (W * H * T). It is produced in golden, blue and black colors. Rounded side edges provide practicality in everyday use. 2.5D protective film is not scratched. The case is thin, yet durable, collapsible. Manufacturing material - metal and plastic. The joints fit closely to each other. There are three side buttons on the right side.

SIM cards are inserted into the 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 rear panel in the upper right corner, the front one on the front panel. There are no touch buttons on the bottom of the front panel, they are virtual. Headphone and charging jacks are on the top. The weight of the device is 167 grams, 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 smartphone screen is 5.7 inches with a resolution of 720 × 1440 pixels. This resolution is suitable for the clearest picture possible. Aspect ratio 18: 9 (H: W). The screen area on the front of the case is 75.61%. The screen gets bigger with every new Prestigio model. IPS screen type that allows you to see the image from wide viewing angles.The image is not distorted or colors change. The picture is bright and realistic.

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

Iron 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 GPU - T720 MP1 creates the optimal speed for displaying graphics on the screen. USB socket for charging Micro USB version 2.0. Li-Ion 3000 mAh 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 an LED flash with a resolution of 4160 × 3120 pixels. The camera has functions such as burst, panoramic shooting, autofocus, graphic marks, face detection, scene selection. The camera can zoom in on the shot using the digital zoom. The camera settings also have white balance, ISO, HDR, exposure compensation.

Photos are sharp and high quality with auto focus. The flash allows you to take pictures in any light. For photos, the function of geotagging 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 resolution 1280 × 720 pixels, 0.92 Mp. The video supports mp4, avi, mpg4, 3gpp format.

Front camera with a resolution of 2560 1920 pixels, 4.92 megapixels. Video filming 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 communications GSM, UMTS, LTE, GPRS, HSPA. Satellite navigation is GPS and A - 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 FM radio. WAP and HTML browsers.

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

Multimedia and software

 In the Prestigio Grace B7 LTE smartphone, the Android Google software platform version 7.0 is installed, which provides access 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. Enjoy a movie in one window, and chat with friends in the other.

To save your time, you can reply to a message directly from the notification. Android 7.0 allows you to save traffic on your device and block unnecessary notifications. Audio support is AAC, AMR, FLAC, MIDI, MP3, OGG, WMA, WAV players. Headphone jack - 3.5mm, it fits headphones without using 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 how long your device can run. This is a powerful battery. If you reduce the battery consumption, then it will last for a long time. Reducing consumption can be achieved by turning off Wi-Fi and 4G, dimming the display, removing unused applications. There is a sleep mode in the phone settings, which also significantly saves battery power.

Additional functions

• The smartphone has a fingerprint scanner.Any device in the 21st century is the custodian of a wealth of personal and financial information. Consumers are using mobile banks and virtual wallets. To protect files, the manufacturer installs a fingerprint scanner on his device. Using the scanner as a protection is very convenient, since passwords and PIN codes are constantly forgotten. Only the owner can access unlocking the device.
• The accelerometer sensor allows the device to improve the game experience in any position, at different angles of inclination. The user can watch a movie or play in any position. The smartphone itself will choose how to rotate the image for a comfortable perception.
• Dictaphone for recording the necessary information. The ability to create your own audio magazine. You can also record voice memos and delete if necessary.
• Proximity sensor. Using this sensor, the device recognizes the approach of the keyboard to the ear, the display dims, and when a finger or hand approaches, it turns on and displays the current information. This feature in the smartphone reduces power consumption and increases battery life.
• Light sensor. It controls the brightness of the display depending on the lighting.
• Muting the microphone during a call, which is necessary for many users.

Advantages and disadvantages of a smartphone

• Acceptable price;
• The manufacturer company Prestigio is branded;
• 5.7-inch screen. The largest screen in the range of models;
• The design matches the flagship, stylish;
• Ability to work in 4G networks;
• Multitouch;
• Autonomy;
• Performance;
• Powerful 13MP camera.

• Small memory of 2 GB - this 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 it freezes.

Conclusion

Prestigio Grace B7 LTE is a budget variant of a 4G smartphone. Autonomous battery. The 5.7-inch screen can easily replace the 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 an excellent choice. If you pick up a smartphone and you are comfortable holding it in your hand, you like the design and build quality, then you need to 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.