It seems that the company E-Ten seriously voznamerilas take a leading position in the market Windows Mobile smartphones. Its activity in recent years can only envy. Covsem recently visiting us visited communicator Glofiish X500, which became, along with the HTC P3300 was among the first devices that offer Wi-Fi and GPS-module in a single package. Barely two weeks after the publication of the survey, as in the network appeared rumors about the Glofiish M700, which was to become the first device from E-Ten, in form factor side sliders - with sliding side QWERTY-keyboard. And a week later confirmed the existence of new items has become ... no, no official announcement, but arrived to our office communicator Glofiish M700. The official announcement took place later. However, you probably read the news, so without further ado down to business.
 |
Like its predecessor, our guest today has a module Wi-Fi, GPS receiver based on SiRFstar III chip and an integrated FM-tuner. All this fits in very compact package, which opens horizontally, and allows access to a comfortable QWERTY-keyboard. It is curious that the M700 covsem not like other models of E-Ten, not even a close resemblance to the mentioned X500, which also stands out against its predecessors. Well, let's look at the technical specs.
Specifications: - Operating system: Windows Mobile 5.0 Phone Edition with Service Pack AKU3.2
- Processor: Samsung S3C2442, 400 MHz
- Memory: 64 MB RAM (48 MB user available) and 128 MB Flash ROM (70 MB available)
- Screen: 2.8 "transflective TFT, 240x320, 16 bit
- Memory Expansion: microSD
- Wireless Interfaces: Bluetooth 2.0, Wi-Fi (802.11b / g) GSM 850/900/1800/1900, GPRS Class 10, EDGE
- GPS-chip: SiRFstar III
- Camera: 2.0 megapixel, 4x digital zoom
- Battery: Li-Ion, 1530 mAh
- Audio: microphone, speaker, 2.5 mm stereo headphone jack
- Dimensions and weight: 118 x 59 x 20 mm and 165 g.
You must have noticed that the characteristics of the Glofiish M700 is almost no different from the model specifications X500. Here we see the same processor, identical amounts of memory, the same wireless modules, the same camera and memory expansion slot. The only quantitative difference - it's size and weight. Thickness of the shell precursor was only 15 mm, making it one of the thinnest devices on the market. Here because of the sliding structure and appeared QWERTY-keyboard housing was a 5 mm thick and almost 20 grams heavier. The closest competitor Glofiish M700 is perhaps, HTC TyTN, and announced during the preparation of this article, HTC P4350 (Herald), performed in the same form factor and have a number of similarities to the technical part. However, both denied the GPS-receiver, and the first also supports third-generation networks. In view of these two reasons to call communicators can not direct competitors. In general, at the moment M700 - is unique. We now proceed to inspect the contents of his box.
Supplied
Since we are dealing with an engineering sample, not the instance has been prepared for sale, and delivery is far from complete.
With full confidence to talk about its usefulness, we can not, so for now just tell that got into our hands: - stylus
- Mains Charger
- sync cable with mini USB connector
- Wired Headset
- Cover leatherette
- CD with accompanying software
- user manual.
 |
At the beginning of a word or two about the stylus. Its thickness is slightly thinner than the classic, but it is quite easy to operate. However, for comfortable use it to decompose - folded, the pen is a bit short.As well as in the case of the X500, the upper end unscrewed. And it is also not clear what purpose, as for pressing the soft reset is excellent bottom end. Pena - now traditional - is located on the lower right corner of the case. Pero "sitting" there is very tight, which helps automatic unfolding during extraction and eliminates the possibility of loss. But the case compared to the X500 has changed. It is a classic bag, designed to be worn on a belt. In addition to the metal bracket that you can catch the top edge of jeans, on the other side is present and removable bow, through which you can pass a belt. Filled bag in general, very soundly. So that future owners are unlikely to have to think about purchasing solutions from other vendors.
 |
 |
 |
On the headset is hardly worth talking about separately. We merely note that it is done under a jack connector 2.5 mm, Kojima has a communicator headset quite comfortable fit in the ears, and on the block with the answer button is a volume control wheel. While nothing outstanding, certainly not in a regular headset. That's all that got to our hands, but if you believe the information from the Quick Start Guide in addition, shall be delivered yet, and a car charger and spare stylus. On the carrier, designed for attachment to the windshield of the car there is no mention. So that in case of need it you need to buy separately. However, by the time of sale equipment may undergo minor changes, so the premature conclusions until the refrain.
Design
As we noted just above, the appearance Glofiish M700 hard to notice any similarities with the previous communicator E-Ten. Perhaps the only form of housing design reminiscent of the previous model, X500. The same strict rectangle with rounded corners. Dimensions are close to the size of X500, so the convenience of holding the device in hand, we can say the same things - quite convenient.
 |
The body is made of silver plastic with no varnish. Sides and edges, girded with a dark gray corrugated insert, which improves adhesion to the skin and promotes a more secure retention device in his hand. Well, comparing dimensions, we can reduce for example, Qtek s200 (108 x 58 x 18 mm) and the HTC TyTN (113 x 58 x 22 mm). The latter, incidentally, by weight, significantly greater than the new Glofiish (165 g vs. 180). On the front we are seeing quite a familiar picture: the Screen, Voice speaker and a major hardware keys. Display, as usual, will be devoted to a separate review. In the meantime, pay attention to the buttons. As with previous developments E-Ten, the controls are located here, as under the screen, and above it. Bottom is four-way navigation key with inscribed in the center "OK" button, and next to it - keys call / hang up, and two soft buttons. And the realization of all this there are some small gripes. An inexperienced user might initially take the center key of the navigation joystick: it is significantly above the surface and tilted in all directions.No effect, of course, that does not help, but apparently looks very similar. Buttons with the image of green and red tubes, as well as two soft keys are made flush with the body, have a modest size and the buttons are pretty tight and in addition have very little reserve. So using them is not very convenient, especially at first.
 |
The entire lower key block is highlighted in blue and clearly visible in the dark. But the top two buttons are not illuminated at all in any way. True, they are located next to the LED, through which are visible in the dark and have a noticeable protrusions, so that if necessary you can easily find them tactilely. Appointment of the top buttons should be familiar to owners of recent devices from E-Ten (G500, X500). The right side is the application M-Desk, which, recall, is the original replacement for the standard menu of programs and allows you to assign shortcuts to categories. A left-launches GPS Viewer, which includes GPS-module and displays information about the found satellites. Here, incidentally, is available and the compass, but talk about it during the examination program filling device.
 |
Well, in the center of the top of the front side is a small notch speakers, surrounded by a convex plastic insert. Sliding the upper half of the body, we access the QWERTY-keyboard. Frankly, looking at first came into picture, we are sinful deed thought that M700 - is a case where ergonomics was sacrificed for visual appeal. Then it seemed to us that the keys will be made of transparent plastic and have a flat surface. However, in reality it was much nicer. First, the keys have ample dimensions, and secondly, they are slightly convex, which completely eliminates the possibility of simultaneously pressing two buttons. Cover shifts smoothly and easily, and at the end is fixed with a weak click. Mechanism for automatic tuning is not here. Illuminating LEDs are located under the transparent inserts. The letters on the keys light up very clearly and evenly, which, unfortunately, can not be said of the additional characters - they somehow do not see at all.
 |
 |
Those who care about the subtleties of localization, we can immediately calm - at the local keys is enough space for the Cyrillic characters. And another important point. In the past we have criticized the location for HTC TyTN soft keys on the QWERTY-keyboard. There they were placed over all the keys, very close to the upper lid, which is why it was hard to press them. Here they are at the edges. This is perhaps not quite logical, but it is much more convenient. Yes, and in the unfolded state control communicator entirely possible without a stylus. Perhaps that is all we can say about the hardware keyboard. Contrary to expectations, it proved very convenient in all respects. In general, continue to check M700.Upper end - completely empty, and the bottom is bare in the expansion slot (microSD), a connector for the sync cable and charger (mini USB), as well as the stylus holder and a slot-in microphone. Hardly anything here worth comment - about the features of pencil-box, we told you at the outset.
 |
 |
The left sidewall is notable only a small power button recording and rocker "+/-", responsible for volume control. In the talk, of course, governed by the sound of a voice dynamics, and in standby mode - the volume of the system. And finally, when taking a camera she carried a digital zoom, which we'll tell you when we get to review the photo opportunities.
 |
Right side contains the power button device (for long press it off the screen), located above the power key, a camera - from the bottom, and a small hole with a recessed button to soft-reset. And finally, the rear part of the body - is, first of all, battery cover, as well as a slot system dynamics and the camera lens, side by side with LED flash and a miniature mirror for self shooting. Lens, of course, nothing is being protected from dust, fingerprints and scratches, so use should be carefully. Inside the battery compartment has a small rubber insert, through which the communicator can lie quietly, even on sloping surfaces. The same paste is used, and the support for the thumb when removing the cover. Shifts it tugovat - requires effort. And beneath it lurks a 1530 mAh battery, which, in turn, covers the slot for the SIM-card. Card is placed in the recess and held by two small metal bows. To extract Simka need the stylus, the ending of which is placed in an indentation and is a guide for the movement cards.
 |
 |
 |
In conclusion, the external examination remains to note the build quality. Probably will not be a big surprise if we say that it is excellent. Battery cover fits tightly and does not give the slightest occasion for the appearance of backlashes. As regards the mechanism of motion halves, it is also very good. Of course, there is a likelihood of backlash during prolonged use, as in all such decisions.On the Qtek 9100 or HTC TyTN after some time has been a slight backlash. However, these are features of the mechanism, there's nothing to be helped. Thus, the ergonomics of the device, we note the estimate of "good", and manufacturing quality as "excellent." Design M700 - quite unusual and clearly made "an amateur", but to us he came to taste.
Screen
Screen M700 - quite a good one. Matrix has the standard features: diagonal and resolution, respectively, are 2.8-inch 240 x 320 pixels. What swings the number of colors displayed, the manufacturer announced 16-bit, but in reality, color is no different from any other contemporary screen for your PDA or smartphone.
Contrast - just excellent, it could easily stand comparison with notebook or desktop displays, and the brightness can say the same things that we said in the review of Glofiish X500. At the maximum level lighting display is lit almost the brightest we've tested devices, making him quite comfortable, you can work, being outdoors in sunny weather. At a minimum illumination is not switched off, and barely noticeable burn. Read from the screen in the dark is not very comfortable, it is better to set the slider to the second division.
By the way, adjust the brightness levels are 11, which is enough to fit virtually any lighting conditions. By the way, as well as in the case of the Glofiish X500, regular means of illumination is not switched off. You can only fully turn off the screen, hold down the on / off for a few seconds.
Speed and memory
Samsung S3C2442 processor you should be familiar. It was used in all recent models of the E-Ten, in the mentioned today, HTC TyTN, and a few dozens of such devices. Should I once again repeat that for the needs of device performance, lack of eyes, even if resort to a very demanding tasks. During normal use the communicator to notice any braking is impossible. And if the X500 has sinned a little delay when you call the Start menu, then here this is not observed. In that case, it is obvious that the case was in the firmware. Well, now move on to testing the overall system performance, which is traditionally carried out using a package of Spb Benchmark. Yes, yes, as usual, remember that trust should only be a result of points and CPU Index Graphics Index, which respectively show the overall performance of the processor speed and graphics.
 |
Unfortunately, the benchmark was an error in one of the graphics tests, which ultimately did not allow the program to derive total factor productivity in c graphics. However, according to some tests, you can talk about full compliance results Glofiish M700 and X500. Small difference may well be attributed to testing error. The same can be said for comparing the M700 with the communicator E-Ten G500. And what else could be expected from devices based on one and the same hardware platform, with the same processors? Well, of course, not be superfluous to recall that during normal operation you will hardly notice the difference in performance, which are the results of synthetic benchmarks.So, as an intermediate conclusion we can say that our hero obladat fast enough for basic tasks, including work with the GPS-maps, databases and contacts, email, word and excel documents. Let's see what a M700 in terms of video playback. To this end, we traditionally seek the assistance of one of the most popular media players, TCPMP (The Core Pocket Media Player) version 0.72RC1. According repeatedly referred to the method of normal playback speed is 100%, but because of features to display the results should take a small margin, taking the rate of 120%. Oh, and the higher result, the course better. Test clips downloaded from the official site TCPMP, encoded the two most popular codecs (DivX and XviD) and use the most common resolution. So, looking at the results.
 |
Results Glofiish M700 have revealed a cross between the achievements of models E-Ten G500 and the Glofiish X500. In general, they are pretty good. As for QVGA-screen, it makes no sense to watch videos in higher resolution, then not too convincing performance when playing videos and RL_XQ RL_HQ can not pay attention. Well, to illustrate the difference between performance Intel XScale PXA272 processor with Wireless MMX instruction set and the Samsung S3C2442, without it, note the discrepancy in the results and M700 ASUS P525. Once again, we have this difference quite noticeable, and, by and large, no matter how fast playing video if enough for comfortable viewing and a modest target of 120%. And, of course, it remains to mention the memory M700. The first rumors we were told about the presence of 256 MB of ROM, but in fact turned out to be only 128 MB. Figure is quite standard, there should not be surprised. But if we take into account the fact that all their communicators after the base model (with 128 MB of memory) E-Ten released its updated form, with 256 MB of ROM on board, we can assume that the sequence of M700 (which is added to the index plus ) will also be cherished 256 MB of memory. However, official data on this subject has not yet been reported.
 |
Returning to the M700, we note that of all the memory allocated for the needs of the user in the amount of 118 MB, which should be enough to set the minimum required software, storage, database and mail contacts. For something larger, for example, a set of GPS-maps, have to buy a flash drive. It is not excluded, by the way that it will be bundled with ready-to-sale option M700.
Sound
On the part of the sound to the M700 is almost impossible to find fault. The external speaker is quite well - at the top of the rear panel, so it is not concealed by his hand. It is true that when working with extended keyboard, index finger of his left hand still rests on the slot and thereby significantly reduces the volume. In general, the volume is sufficient for most situations. The maximum level will not let you miss a call even in noisy places like the Moscow metro. Voice speaker also able to please. The sound of it is pretty clean and without clutter. In most cases, normal conversation is enough high volume, you do not want to make it your companion was heard to others. On the M700 headset mentioned at the beginning of the review. Its volume is also sufficient, but for some reason while listening to the radio it sounds a bit quieter than when speaking. The sound quality from the headphones can be called satisfactory. So when switching to higher quality "ears" will feel the difference even a person with hearing loss. Recall that the audio jack placed under the 2.5 mm plug and adapter in the kit was not found. So it will likely have to buy separately.
Sociability
Wireless capabilities on the part of any complaints to the considered communicator not, because here collected everything that today may need to Russian users. No only the infrared port. However, its absence has become a trend. And be honest, when you've spent (or there was a need) for the last time I use it? Obviously, it is given. So, the phone module M700 is designed to operate in four bands: GSM 850/900/1800/1900 MHz, are also supported data transfer protocols GPRS Class 10 (3 slots for reception, 2 transfer) and high-speed EDGE. Having the support of third generation networks, such as, HTC TyTN, M700 can not boast. However, while in Russia, this possibility is not relevant. All calls are made through the program Phone, which is part of Windows Mobile 5.0 Pocket PC Phone Edition, which is called by pressing the green tube and should be well familiar to you.
 |
 |
It has all the necessary phone functions, such as running forward or organization "blacklist", but also a useful tool to speed dial the first letters of subscribers and the table of the most frequently dialed numbers. With regard to Bluetooth-module, its capabilities are identical to those of the Glofiish X500. And today they are, if not outstanding, it is very close to it. To begin with, that it uses a protocol Bluetooth 2.0, has a greater range and data rate (EDR - Enhanced Data Rate). Supported profile A2DP, which, as you know, you can play music through wireless headphones, connect virtually any headset (in our case there were two, one from Jabra, the second - from SonyEricsson and both worked fine), synchronize via ActiveSync, connect wireless keyboard and, of course, communicate with other devices. We tried a M700 in conjunction with the Nokia 6021, smartphone Nokia E60, Pocket PC FS Pocket Loox C550, as well as communicator Qtek s200. No problems in the interaction with these devices have been encountered. But the attempt to connect to a wireless mouse is not a success.
 |
 |
 |
Wi-Fi-opportunity Glofiish X500 and M700 are also identical. It's nice that supports fast standard 802.11g, the module boasts a very stable job and a standard application, as always, offers the most minimum settings, which, however, will be enough for a beginner.
Those who wish to undertake a more fine-tuning of Wi-Fi module M700 can find a variety of programs for this purpose in the "Program for PDA" on HPCru.
Multimedia
Luggage
Well, now let's talk about the multimedia capabilities and begin with vtroennoy camera that, judging by the performance, exactly the same as in the previous model. Here we have a 2 megapixel matrix without auto-focus and without the support of the regime Markree-shooting. If we compare the quality of the photos, it hardly differs from that which could demonstrate the camera predecessor. For images there are five available resolutions: 1600 x 1200 1280 x 960 640 x 480 320 x 240, and 176 x 144. Digital zoom, as we have said, is controlled located on the left side buttons corresponding to the part-time for volume control. In truth, it's not very convenient, because the shutter button is located on the opposite side. As a result, have to control the device with both hands. However, if the digital zoom you almost do not use it uncritically.
 |
 |
 |
As always, brings automatic detection of color balance, especially in rooms and in the absence of natural light sources. In the sun with these things much better, but in cloudy weather or when the light from ordinary incandescent bulbs - it is better to abandon the automatic mode and to include the appropriate preset (incandescence, fluorescence, sunshine, shadow, cloudy, night). However, it also can save not always. Incidentally, besides the usual JPG, images may be stored in format BMP, quality at the same time does not change, but takes a snapshot of an order of magnitude more space than its JPG-analog, which pulls in the maximum resolution at 200-400 kb. Here are some examples of built-in camera, so you may well draw conclusions about them as their own. Comparing them with photos from your camera X500 is difficult to see any qualitative improvement.
 |
 |
 |
 |
 |
On the part of movie, too, there is no change. Video is saved in 3GP, you can choose to record only three options for resolution: 320 x 240, 176 x 144 and 128 x 96. Clips are recorded with sound and played back using Windows Media Player, but their quality is ... well, you understand.
Radio
About FM-tuner with good intentions, we too can not say anything new. Application for listening to its interface is very similar player Winamp, so it is very convenient to use. It allows you to store up to 50 radio stations for the three regions (Asia, U.S. and Europe), displays the RDS-messages, frequency chart, but, unfortunately, the recording features gear, which we have been waiting for, there has not appeared.
Playback is carried out only through the headset, which acts as an antenna. Reception quality - not bad, but it strongly depends on your location and terrain.
Runtime
That got us to the most important section of the review of any smartphone - battery life. Recall that in the Glofiish M700 is set exactly the same battery as the model X500, - 1530 mAh. No changes in the scheme of testing since the last review did not happen, so just look at the results on three points. 1. Maximum load. Vykruchena the brightness to maximum volume of the speaker - also included Wi-Fi network in the search mode, and Bluetooth, the Windows Media Player in the cycle is played a "heavy" video. Battery life in this mode was - 3 hours 58 minutes. 2. Normal operation. All wireless modules are disabled. The brightness is set to the second division of the account (ie, average). On the PDA was started reading the text in Haali Reader with automatic scrolling. Time work was - 12 hours 38 minutes. 3. MP3 Playback. Wi-Fi, Bluetooth and the screen turned off. Listening through headphones at maximum volume. We used a Pocket Media Player and files with bitrates 192 KB / c.Hours - 16 hours 55 minutes. Well, for clarity, as usual, contains a chart showing the results of the Glofiish M700 compared with kommunkiatorami-competitors.
 |
Theoretically, M700 was supposed to show results, very close to the X500, however, as you can see more or less similar but the values in the test at maximum load. On the remaining items novelty noticeably avoids its predecessor and many other models. Generally, it is easy to see the results fall into the category of "above average", which was generally very happy. Prior records ASUS P525, which is necessary to speak very often, of course, far away, but nonetheless - very, very dignified. With ordinary use, which includes 20 minutes of calls a day, listening to music, short sessions synchronization via Bluetooth, the reading sessions and small navigate, recharge the battery accounts for approximately every two days. With increasing use of the opportunities M700 fuel device will most often. However, given the fact that the navigation function will be used mostly in the car, then it is possible that in your case "battery life under normal use will be even longer.
GPS-receiver
The basis for the integrated GPS-receiver M700 served, of course, a 20-channel chip SiRFstar III, among the main advantages of which - can be used without an external antenna. Despite this, many manufacturers of navigation PDA or PDA is left on the body of a connector for an external antenna. Recall, for example, FS Pocket Loox N-Series, ASUS A636, or even E-Ten G500. All of them had an outlet for an external antenna. But at the Glofiish X500 has not been provided. He's not the case with the M700. In the category of serious shortcomings, this fact does not fall, but still refer to the shortcomings of his will. With regard to the stated characteristics of the start time, then they are SiRFstar III 1, 35 and 42 seconds respectively for the hot, warm and cold start. But we should remember that when you first start to find satellites and the formation of a coordinate system will take much longer. In what follows the launch takes place during the time specified in the specifications, except, of course, the hot start - it takes an average of 3-4 seconds. In field trials and we had to wander through the woods and around the city. The results, however, did not cause any surprise: the receiver worked, as expected, no bugs, crashes and wanton loss of communication. Signal disappears only in the most difficult musts like spaces under wide overpasses, tunnels and on the first floors of tall buildings among dense development. By the way, a number of standard programs installed on your device, includes GPS Viewer, which graphically displays information about the satellites and provides a simple compass in which case, you can help out.
 |
 |
With regard to the navigation software, which will be bundled with the Glofiish M700, the issue is not yet specified. But traditionally in the shops "MakTsentr-computer in the palm" this device can be purchased either with the navigation system PocketGPS Pro, or with its new version - "Autosputnik.
Soft
It's nice that this time the company E-Ten also took care of an impressive array of additional applications. In principle, since the X500, the picture has not changed, so today, our story about the pre-installed software will be very brief.QuickLink - standard launcher for all the latest PDA E-Ten. With it you can create a home screen shortcut to any application or system call.
M-Desk - an alternative to the standard Start menu. The program groups the main applications by category, making it easier to access them.
Voice Commander program for the organization of voice control.
Location SMS to create and send SMS-message with your coordinates.
Have not disappeared, and three graphical applications - Image Maker, Image Wizard, and Multimedia Manager, the appointment which should be clear from their titles. Among the tools to control telephone functions filter calls present, the application for your contacts on the SIM-card utility for composing and sending SMS / MMS-messages, as well as an application to receive incoming calls via Skype.
Wireless Manager - program for quick on-off wireless modules (Bluetooth, Wi-Fi, GSM).
Backup Utility is used for data backup and restore. By the way, by default, it automatically reserves data over time. So do not forget to turn it off if there is no such need, and then just as we're puzzled by a sharp decrease of free memory.
Price issue
The network of shops "MakTsentr-computer in the palm of the" value Glofiish M700 communicator at the time of the start of sales should be about $ 800. In the sale of the unit will go roughly in the middle of December.
Conclusions
Glofiish M700 - keyboard version of its predecessor X500 - a pleasant surprise, not only for fans of all products E-Ten, but for those who are eyeing this unit. Now customers will be able to choose between novelties, especially as fears of a neergonomichnoy QWERTY-keyboard is not justified, as in everything else and there is no doubt. The device has turned fairly comfortable, quite attractive, compact and lightweight. At the same time showed a good battery life and performance. GPS-receiver, coupled with a wireless interface also works like a clock. Phone features - again were on top. As a result, we can say that a great communicator became larger. Also, importantly, E-Ten is actually ahead of its competitors by offering the first solution with this combination of characteristics. Other vendors with similar products will catch up later.Of course, the M700 is not as cheap as we'd like, but the price does not seem excessive, given the conceptual novelty of the device. Recommend Glofiish M700 can be users who, in addition to the actual filling, need a full keyboard for e-mail correspondence or other needs. For a final clarification of the picture on the tradition we reduce the main advantages and disadvantages of the model in the boxes.
Pros: - unusual design
- convenient QWERTY-keyboard
- Good battery life
- different set of preinstalled programs
- complete set of wireless interfaces, including EDGE
- GPS-receiver
- FM-tuner.
Cons: - places without a connector for external GPS-antenna
- non-standard 2.5 mm headset jack
- built-in camera mediocre quality
- not very convenient buttons on the front panel
- places without lights for extra characters on the keys QWERTY-keyboard.
The authors, translation:
