Phablet: what is it? Phablets Samsung, Lenovo, Nokia. What is the difference between a phablet and a tablet or smartphone? Battery life

The word “phablet” comes up a lot in news articles and reviews. For those who are new to the world of electronics, this article will tell you how a phablet differs from a regular smartphone, what its advantages and disadvantages are.

A phablet is a hybrid of a smartphone and a tablet PC. Also known popularly as a “shovel” or “tablet recorder”. For a smartphone to be considered a phablet, its screen diagonal must be at least 5.5 inches, but not more than 7.

Phablets already account for more than a third of the mobile electronics market, with analysts predicting that by 2021 they will account for 51%. The popularity of phablets is due to the fact that they combine the best of a tablet and a compact phone:

Functionality;
mobility;
big screen.

What are the advantages of phablets? Buyers who prefer a large phablet instead of a 4-5-inch smartphone are usually guided by the following features:

High performance

The phablet is large in size. This means that in its case there is room for additional modules, a good graphics accelerator, a capacious battery, spacious storage, and so on. If among compact smartphones there are no devices that can accommodate everything at once, then the phablet class is full of them. All 2018 flagships are tablet phones - from the Honor View 10 that quietly appeared on the market to this year's stars Huawei P20 Pro and iPhone XR.

Large display

Manufacturers are finding ways to reduce the bezels around the display. Thanks to this, the screen diagonal increases, and the overall dimensions of the device remain within reasonable limits. The phablet can remain quite compact, fit into a pocket, fit comfortably in the hand, but at the same time have a large display, working with which will be a pleasure, be it watching videos, working with documents or playing games.

Multitasking

The workspace of the phablet can be divided into zones to work with several applications at once. This is the so-called split mode or multi-window. You can use this feature in different ways. For example, view two documents at the same time, edit a photo and compare it with the original, study video instructions, follow the game, and so on.

High quality shooting

There is enough space inside the phablet to install a high-quality photo matrix. Many devices have a dual (sometimes even triple) photo lens. Plus, there is an improved flash, autofocus, and optical stabilization. The result is a device that copes well with shooting in any conditions and gives its owner almost unlimited possibilities for creativity.

Do phablets have any disadvantages? The only compromise you may have to make is inconvenience to use. The phablet is difficult to operate with one hand. The device may tilt or slip out if its weight is not evenly distributed within the case.

Build quality and performance vary by brand and budget. Functional phablets with a power reserve for 2-3 years in advance cost 30+ thousand rubles. You shouldn’t have high expectations for a 10-15 thousand budget employee.

For some time now, a mobile phone with a large screen has been considered a completely ordinary communication device. The functionality of modern smartphones when implementing various types of tasks is amazing. If you don't know what a phablet is, then look at your own phone. It's possible that you have a device that runs one of the mobile operating systems, and its five-inch touch screen reminds you of a miniaturized tablet. However, let's take a more comprehensive approach to solving the issue raised. Moreover, the Russian-language definition of the English word fablet cannot be called clear. Read, be surprised, look and compare!

What is a phablet?

A hybrid mobile device, something between a regular smartphone and a tablet computer - this is probably what we can call this type of phone, which, based on its technical characteristics, can be classified as a special class of mobile devices. However, the phablet's screen diagonal is still slightly smaller than that of a Tablet PC, which, in general, is a huge plus when making or receiving calls. Let's agree: standard communication head units, as well as the use of additional technical elements, do not count. The advantage of the phablet is obvious - it can be controlled with one hand, and this is one of its main advantages!

What is it, the ideal choice of many?

In fact, it is impossible to single out the best phablet. Here, as with any other comparison, the human factor still remains a compelling argument. We are all different. Some people prefer sleek phones from a reliable manufacturer. Others cannot afford a branded device, and they unwittingly become the owners of a budget model. Still others, practical representatives of humanity, opt for a device that meets their optimal needs.

As a rule, in the latter case, the desired quality still depends on the financial capabilities of the person. Therefore (for the sake of practicality), the main emphasis in the article is on inexpensive modifications of the specified type of device.

Budget representatives of the fablet class

Knowing what a phablet is, pay attention to the Xiaomi Redmi Note model.

This Chinese phablet has already taken a fairly strong position in the market for this type of device. The attractive price and excellent quality of the device are the reasons for its popularity.

The next product from the Middle Kingdom is Goclever Quantum 600

Slightly inferior to the device described above in terms of tactical and technical characteristics, this device has a wider screen diagonal - 6 inches. Despite the weaker processor parameters, this device is the best phablet in its class when financial capabilities somewhat limit a person on the path to his dream. However, the incredibly pleasant price-quality ratio will delight the owner with the realism of the reproduced video and other types of graphic content.

The 4-core processor and Broadcom VideoCore IV graphics handle a variety of gaming applications well. The main camera of the phablet has 8-megapixel optics. As you understand, the photos turn out excellent and do not cause any particular complaints from users. The phone has a 2800 mAh lithium-ion battery and runs on the Android operating system. Communication capabilities are the same as the model discussed above.

Well, the last representative of the budget class is the Zifro phablet

A Russian company with Chinese roots - this is how you can designate the manufacturer of this product. However, despite the widespread “celestial stereotype”, the ZIFRO 6.0" ZT-6001 device is worthy of all praise. The 6-inch touch screen and fast dual-core processor in tandem with the Mali 400MP2 graphics accelerator will not disappoint its new owner.

The standard 2-megapixel main camera is not capable of taking super-quality photos, however, if you choose the right lighting angle, good photos are guaranteed. Communication capabilities are almost identical to the parameters of previous models from our review, but the amount of RAM is inferior to the modifications described above and is only 1 GB. However, understanding what a phablet is, and considering the cost of the device at 4,500 rubles, perhaps someone will find this option more than acceptable.

Golden "middlings"

Those who vitally need to meet a certain status will have to fork out more. However, for those who are especially practical, there are also options. Perhaps, after the reader gets acquainted with some premium modifications, he will understand that the “bells and whistles” present in them, in general, are not needed at all.

Today's Leader: Samsung Galaxy Note Edge

The 2015 new product from the Korean manufacturer has now become available for the Russian market of mobile communication devices. The slightly changed functionality of the fourth predecessor surprises with an elegant side addition. The clock speed of the central processor increased its already productive run to 2.7 GHz. All sorts of “goodies” and additions, such as a heart rate sensor, excite the minds of lovers of new sensations. There were no fundamental changes in the optics, but the battery capacity decreased and began to correspond to the value of 3000 mAh. The phablet, whose price is 59,000 rubles, is a truly valuable thing. However, it is unlikely that such amazing functionality will be in full demand, because for left-handers, side embellishments are useless, and the battery, when the OS is under low load, inexorably “melts” before our eyes. And lastly, what happens if a slippery device falls with its unprotected display onto a hard surface? It’s better for you not to even imagine the scale of the consequences, as they are terrifying.

Finally

Of course, exclusive phablets, the review of which was somewhat superficial, evoke special feelings among their owners. In practical life, things are a little different. A fairly wide selection of products is presented in the budget class of devices. Competition forces manufacturers to fill their devices with more and more new technological solutions. Please note that the price remains the same, but the functionality increases several times. There is no need to wait, choose your phablet today, but remember: you can’t keep up with fashion. Wise decisions for you!

Phablets are devices from the category of smartphones with displays with a diagonal of more than 5 or 5.5 inches. The most popular in this category are, perhaps, representatives of the Samsung Galaxy Note line and, for example, OnePlus One or OPPO N1

At first, smartphones were quite compact devices with 3.5-inch screens. Moreover, at first, users were not enthusiastic about mobile phones with large displays. Then the display sizes of these devices began to grow, gradually approaching those typical for tablets. However, most smart phone screens are still less than 7 inches. But there are exceptions, one of which has already been shown to the public and in the future may turn out to be a real pleasure. After all, many modern users are delighted with devices that combine the capabilities of a phone and a tablet.

All flagships are traditionally compared to current iPhones throughout the year. Over the decades of its history, Apple has repeatedly created not just trends, but new popular categories of devices. Smartphone screens, which were at first miniature, became first large and then truly gigantic. This leads to a decrease in demand for tablets. Why doesn't this trend affect the iPads offered by Apple? After all, smartphones running Android are much more common than fairly expensive iPhones.

One of the most interesting upcoming flagships for users, the Galaxy Note 9, has taken an important step ahead of its debut. It should be noted that it took place much earlier in comparison with the current model of the line, Galaxy Note 8. The smartphone of the second flagship line is expected, perhaps, no less than the new Galaxy S products.

According to a new report, OPPO has ordered Samsung's top-end Edge display panels. But they probably won’t find any use in Find X, which many users are waiting for. What category will the OPPO smart phone with a curved display fall into and how large or even gigantic will the screen size of this device be?

Users already know that Samsung will present its flagship smartphone a little later than previously expected. Moreover, it was also reported that the reason for this was the company’s decision to improve the design of the new product. But there will still be no major external differences from the Galaxy Note 8. Why?

The highly anticipated Galaxy Note 9 is expected to debut this year ahead of previous giant-screen flagship phones from the smartphone market leader. The reason given is preparation for the release next year of the foldable mobile device Galaxy X. The supposed photograph and video of two versions of the protective layer for the screen of the new product show how the arrangement of sensors will change in it, in comparison with last year’s model.

Today there are millions of devices from different manufacturers in a wide variety of shapes and models. Many of them have become so universal that it is quite difficult to classify them into any one category: there is no single concept of “mobile phone”, “computer” or “watch”. There are smartphones, tablets, desktop PCs, smart watches and many other subcategories to which this or that device belongs.

Today the topic of our article is the phablet. What is it, why has this word become so popular lately, and much more about such devices will be discussed further in the text.

General concept

The term "phablet" comes, of course, from English by merging two other words - phone ("telephone") and tablet ("tablet"). It turns out that this term means something between a regular smartphone and a tablet computer for full-fledged work.

It’s just that the situation in the device market is such that in terms of hardware, mobile phones and computers now differ little. The main difference is in the size of the display, body and battery: tablets are simply "scaled" phones. It’s just that if initially smartphones were produced with a display size of 3-5 inches, and tablet computers with 10-12 inches, then over time the gap of 6-9 inches was filled by that same phablet. What it is, now you probably understand.

Advantages

“Tablet phones” (as they are also called) have some advantages, which is why users love them. For example, this is a wide functionality. As already noted, a phablet (you already know what it is) has the same capabilities as a tablet. At the same time, due to its dimensions it is more compact and can be carried with you in any situation. On the other hand, there is another plus. It also concerns the size of the device. Phablet is no longer a smartphone. A phablet is a larger display that makes it easier to read, type, and watch movies.

Plus, again, you can make calls and write SMS from it if you have a SIM card. Therefore, the device is even more versatile than a phone or tablet.

Flaws

The negative aspects of the phablet include those related to its advantages. For example, it is larger than a phone, so you cannot put it in your pocket when you go for a walk - for this you will have to take a bag with you. Again, typing will be more convenient on a 12-inch tablet with a huge keyboard than on a 7-inch one. A phablet is good and bad depending on the user’s preferences and goals. And when choosing such a device, you need to look at why you need it. The need for a gadget is determined by your lifestyle, for example.

Samsung phablets

Since our article is devoted to medium-sized devices - phablets with a screen of 6-9 inches, we will try to give examples of the most successful models that you should pay attention to. And let's start, perhaps, with one of the top manufacturers of electronic devices - the Korean company Samsung.

The manufacturer has several models in its line that can be classified as this class of devices. In particular, this is the Samsung Galaxy Note (which has several generations of models at once, because there are Note 2, 3, 4). These are phablets in their classic form, since they have the characteristics of a tablet, but are capable of making calls and have a relatively small screen size. In contrast, another model - the Galaxy Tab Pro 8.4 - is simply a giant, but also a device that can be classified in this class. Its screen diagonal is 8.4 inches.

As the popularity of Note models shows, phablets are quite in demand. This is confirmed by sales of devices from other manufacturers that belong to the same class. And in general, there are more and more gadgets with screen sizes of 6-9 inches on the market. Even this can be called a clear indicator of their popularity and demand.

Lenovo, Asus and others

For example, we all know that the Chinese concern Lenovo is positioned primarily as a player in the budget class due to a large number of such models. Although, of course, there are also expensive flagships among them.

When it comes to Lenovo phablets, the first model that comes to mind is the K3 Note. It is multifunctional, has a screen diagonal of 7.6 inches and costs only $145. If you don’t want to pay for the promotion of the Samsung brand, you can take Lenovo.

Another example is Asus products. This manufacturer has many of its own phablets, which have a diagonal of 7-8 inches. Moreover, the buyer also has a choice - buy a more affordable, but simpler in functionality PhonePad, or pay a little more for a 7-inch tablet with one of the most powerful Nexus 9 on the market.

In addition to Asus and Lenovo, you can find models from other companies on sale. For example, HTC, LG, Huawei and Meizu also offer a good selection of such devices.

Nokia and Windows Phone phablets

But don't think that phablets are just Android devices. Nokia also has its own interesting “tablet phones”. For example, the affordable Lumia 1320 or 1520. These are somewhat outdated, due to which their price is much lower, and the functionality generally corresponds to the cost.

Now the developer is focusing on smartphones with a smaller display - mainly up to 5 inches diagonal. Nokia may have considered the phablet a failure, so they decided to abandon models in this segment for now.

Apple in the phablet market

You may ask, what about the world leader, the giant manufacturer of Apple products, Apple? Do they have anything?

Certainly! The new 5.5-inch iPhone 6 Plus is a typical phablet. The device looks quite large compared to the regular 6th version, but at the same time has expanded capabilities due to a larger display. It should be noted that this product is somewhat innovative for the company, since Apple has not previously competed with Samsung in the market for devices with a screen larger than 4.5 inches. Now, obviously, the American company is testing the waters where the Korean company has been leading for many years.

Is it worth buying?

We briefly described this type of device as a phablet. You know what it is: the gadget is simply something between a tablet and a smartphone. The functionality of the device is the same as its “colleagues” with other display sizes. This is one of the operating systems on the market today, a processor, a battery, a camera, some kind of graphics engine. Let's put it this way: an enlarged smartphone or a smaller tablet.

But in fact, to answer the question: “Is it worth buying a phablet?” - you just can’t do it, it all depends on your goals and objectives for the device. If you would like to type text in large volumes, working with such a device will be less comfortable than with a tablet. But you can watch movies on a smaller screen. The same applies to working with mail, social networks, instant messengers - all this is very conveniently implemented on devices such as phablets.

And, of course, you will make the final decision on whether you need such a gadget or not. And only you can say how useful this or that device will be for entertainment, work and learning specifically for you.

Therefore, we wish you good luck in your choice and hope that you will be able to choose the most suitable gadget for yourself.

For some time now, a mobile phone with a large screen has been considered a completely ordinary communication device. The functionality of modern smartphones when implementing various types of tasks is amazing. If you don't know what a phablet is, then look at your own phone. It is quite possible that you have a device that runs one of the mobile OS, and its five-inch reminds you of a miniaturized tablet. However, let's take a more comprehensive approach to solving the issue raised. Moreover, the Russian-language definition of the English word fablet cannot be called clear. Read, be surprised, look and compare!

A hybrid mobile device, something between a regular smartphone and a tablet computer - this is probably what we can call this type of phone, which, based on its technical characteristics, can be classified as a special class of mobile devices. However, the phablet's screen diagonal is still slightly smaller than that of a Tablet PC, which, in general, is a huge plus when making or receiving calls. Let's agree: regular communications, as well as the use of additional technical elements, do not count. The advantage of the phablet is obvious - it can be controlled with one hand, and this is one of its main advantages!

What is it, the ideal choice of many?

Budget representatives of the fablet class

Knowing what a phablet is, pay attention to the Xiaomi Redmi Note model.

This Chinese phablet has already taken a fairly strong position in the market for this type of device. The attractive price and excellent quality of the device are the reasons for its popularity.

The next product from the Middle Kingdom is Goclever Quantum 600

The 4-core processor and Broadcom VideoCore IV graphics handle a variety of gaming applications well. The main camera of the phablet has 8-megapixel optics. As you understand, the photos turn out excellent and do not cause any particular complaints from users. The phone has a Li-Ion 2800mAh battery and runs on the Android operating system. Communication capabilities are the same as the model discussed above.

Well, the last representative of the budget class is the Zifro phablet

Golden "middlings"

Today's Leader: Samsung Galaxy Note Edge

The 2015 new product from the Korean manufacturer has now become available for the Russian market of mobile communication devices. The slightly changed functionality of the fourth predecessor surprises with an elegant side addition. The central processor increased its already productive run to 2.7 GHz. All sorts of “goodies” and additions, such as a heart rate sensor, excite the minds of lovers of new sensations. There were no fundamental changes in the optics, but the capacity decreased and began to correspond to the value of 3000 mAh. The phablet, whose price is 59,000 rubles, is a truly valuable thing. However, it is unlikely that such amazing functionality will be in full demand, because for left-handers, side embellishments are useless, and the battery, when the OS is under low load, inexorably “melts” before our eyes. And lastly, what happens if a slippery device falls with its unprotected display onto a hard surface? It’s better for you not to even imagine the scale of the consequences, as they are terrifying.