The main force and manufacturing facilities ASUS has always focused on the market of computer components. This is an area the Taiwanese giant is making the bulk of profits. And as for the production of devices based on Windows Mobile, it was done primarily to maintain the image. Lineup PDAs and smartphones of the company was very not numerous, new items were announced rare. However, each model of the company was in its own interest, and consistently demonstrated high sales. Recall, for example, communicators P525, P535 and P526. All of them went an impressive circulation and forced the manufacturer to believe in the prospects WM-market. So that the final steps ASUS look longer as maintaining the image, but as an active offensive. In addition to Communicator ASUS P750 were presented two models - P527 and P550, which look very promising. And now - the beginning of the year. And there is every reason to believe that in the second quarter followed a few announcements. However, be that as it may, we will not build projections on the agenda today, another question - PDA ASUS P750, which is a direct descendant of the Model P526. In any case, as can be judged on a similar design and a code name Pegasus Pro. The previous model, if you remember, was called Pegasus. P750 - the flagship and will remain so, at least during the first half of this year. The model has a strong business focus, but chances are that it will attract a much wider audience of users. Asus P750 has incorporated all the advantages of previous models. Preserved, in particular, comfortable keyboard, GPS-receiver and in addition there is support for 3G, increased the frequency of the processor ... direct competitors apparatus are not. And with the price recommended by the manufacturer, does not look overpriced. On the contrary, the starting price is very democratic. But in it really all so smoothly? Let us examine more closely.
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Main technical characteristics: - Operating System: Microsoft Windows Mobile 6 Professional
- Processor: Marvell PXA270M, 520 MHz
- Memory: 64 MB RAM and 256 MB Flash ROM
- Screen: 2.6 "transflective TFT, 240x320, 65536 colors
- Memory Expansion: microSD (support SDHC, maps of any size)
- Communication capabilities: GSM 850/900/1800/1900 MHz, UMTS 850/1900/2100 MHz, GRPS / EDGE (Class 10), HSDPA (up to 3.6 Mbps), Bluetooth (2.0 + EDR), Wi-Fi 802.11b / g, USB 1.1
- Camera: 3 megapixels, autofocus + front VGA-camera for video telephony
- GPS-receiver: 20 channel, SiRF Star III
- Battery: Li-Pol, 1300 mAh, removable
- Audio: microphone, speaker, 2.5-mm headset jack
- Dimensions and weight: 113 x 58 x 17.4 mm and 130 g.
- Claimed battery life: up to 240 hours of standby time, up to 6 hours talk time
Well, fine! Technical parameters of the P750 is definitely one of the best to date. It has everything you need for most potential customers: high-performance processor, the navigation module, a quality camera, a full set of wireless communications. Optimal maximum. It seems to us one of the main contenders for the title of "people's favorite 2008". Future competitors will not be easy. Why the future? Because that current competitors do not. There are several devices similar P750, but full-fledged competitors are not. For example, Glofiish X800. It has no keyboard, and thus focuses on a slightly different category of users. Among the upcoming add-on models can be noted HTC Touch Cruise, who is also deprived of the keyboard; Mio A702, having no support third-generation networks; i-mate Ultimate 8150, which will not be on board the navigation module and positioned as a multimedia solution, as well as the HP iPAQ 614 . The latter is most similar to our guest today is functionally, but calling the exact timing of its appearance on the Russian market has not. It is expected that this will happen in the first quarter of the year. By the time the ASUS P750 already has time to disperse a good circulation.In general, as can be seen, today's knowledge will be very interesting. We begin by tradition from the box and its contents.
Supplied
Unlike the most recent Guest Editorial, ASUS P750 arrives in a ready-to-sales as a complete set. Immodest size boxes to expectations in every way possessed an impressive content. However, there is nothing extraordinary inside was not. A set of new items is exactly the set of accessories that accompanied past model from ASUS. So, we have:
- he P750 smartphone
- stylus
- Cover leatherette
- Wired Headset
- battery
- automotive fastener
- charger from the 220V
- charger from the cigarette lighter socket
- USB / mini USB cable for synchronization
- user manual, warranty card
- 2 CD-ROM with accompanying software.
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Despite the full identity kits and accessories P750 markedly different from those that we saw in the box with the P526. The stylus is definitely a better place. The last time it was a plastic pen, a lightness which had long become accustomed, and this included stylus is made of metal and has, in our view, the optimal weight and size. The design is still not folding, and the pencil box is located in the same place - in the bottom right corner of the case. Noticeable changes have taken place with cover. True, they are purely decorative. Handbag has not acquired a waist lock, and therefore suitable only for carrying in a bag or pocket. Instead of a gray synthetic fabric - black leather with a pleasant texture and beautiful stitching on the perimeter. Needless to say, it is nice when manufacturers began to pay attention to the image. First of all actively trying to HTC (remember the covers of Touch and TyTN II), and now joined by the and ASUS. If you talk about other features, the device "sitting" in a case quite closely. A design is that still an open bottom end (so you can plug a headset), the top (for free retrieval device), as well as the upper part of the left sidewall on which the wheel adjusting the volume. In short, cover very thoughtful.
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Headset absolutely has not changed since the ASUS P526. Before us headphones with a mediocre (but quite acceptable for a call) sound, with the usual unit volume and 2.5-mm connector. Yes, the shell is also located 2.5-mm jack. However, on the audio capabilities in detail, we will discuss below. Automotive fastener consists of a plastic frame in which the device is fixed, and stand on the suction. Sucker small, when compared with parallel tested navigator Mio P560, but very High-quality - kept safe. Another feature of communicators ASUS - short Synchronization cable. Included with the P525 was the "string" with a length of about half a meter. It was convenient, for example, when using the device in conjunction with a laptop in the field conditions, with a desktop computer often had to use a USB-extension. Here the cable is slightly longer (about a meter). Some errors, therefore.
Design and Ergonomics
Unlike his predecessor, who was awarded the prestigious IF Product Design Award, P750 does not carry any title. But this did not prevent him from producing very positive impression. ASUS has positioned itself as a novelty device in business class and, strangely enough, looks like P750 device business class. Strongest form, the dark colors, discreet design and flawless workmanship. Generally in the range of keyboard ASUS models perfectly observed a positive trend.P505 resembles more a child's toy than an expensive device; P525 compared to him looked much more serious and respectable; P526 - even worse and even more impressive, and here before us P750, definitely the most stylish and attractive product from ASUS. Plastic casing, but it also has two metal frames: one is located around the screen and performs a decorative function, and the second - on the perimeter of the body - is needed for rigidity. In the design uses just two colors - black and silver. And mostly thanks to this device looks so stern and harmoniously. With regard to size, they do not disagree strongly with the parameters ASUS P526. The body of device was at 2 millimeters long and just as thick (113 x 58 x 17.4 mm at P750 compared with 110 x 58 x 15.4 mm at P526). Increased further and the weight (from 115 grams, has 130), but the usability is not affected. The unit conveniently fits in your hand, and its relation to the pocket does not cause any inconvenience. Central place on the front side, as always, takes the screen. Diagonal is not too large - 2.6 inches, but the display itself is very good. On it will be a different story, but for now turn our attention to the upper edge, where a stylish grille vocal dynamics and a frontal VGA-camera. Under the lattice dynamics of hidden color LED indicator that is inactive at all noticeable. Just as in the case of P526, a single LED performs all the functions opovestitelnye: red lights when reminders and during charging, turns blue when active Bluetooth, Wi-Fi or GPS-module, and blinks green when in the area of GSM coverage, and lights at the end of charging.
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Under the screen is an array of keys to which he returned were absent in P526-way navigation joystick. The event is certainly happy. However, its implementation is, alas, is not perfect. If successful, the location and convenient way joystick is too tight turn. Usually we make a reservation, that these features may be unique to the test sample, but this time in our hands, visited three copies of the P750, and in each case, the joystick went very tight. Can not say that it gives a strong discomfort. But using it is not very convenient, especially at first. All other keys are implemented downright illustrative. Number buttons have a slightly convex shape, which allows you to work without looking, clear response and a moderate reserve. And speaking of the comfort of a set of SMS, then in this regard P750 is not less convenient than any one-piece mobile phone. The remaining buttons are flat shape and their location and destination is not changed compared to previous Communicator ASUS. True, the soft-keys, as well as "Start" button and "OK" spaced out and not kept in pairs. Backlit keyboard is almost entirely (except for the above four keys) uniform white color, the brightness is optimally matched and strained his eyes in the dark. In general, the keyboard is generally pleasant pleased. The only pity is that remap the regular operating system tools lend themselves to only two keys: an application launch button for voice command, located on the left side, and the lower left button on the front side, which by default allows you to switch between running programs. As before, these two buttons can be assigned to the three steps, since the first works in two modes: pressing and long-term retention.
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Let us turn to the side faces. On the left side next to the button referred to the voice control is a scroller (jog-dial), which acts as a scroll and confirm the call. In the case of the ASUS P526 was replaced navigation joystick, but here is a complement to it.And anyway, in terms of ease of use with one hand P750 exceed its predecessor. Right sidewall includes switch Hold, which blocks the hardware buttons and screen. This element has become a distinctive feature of most PDAs and smartphones from ASUS. But here he is particularly interesting, because it is combined with the key On / Off. Slider moves in two directions: top position - on or off; bottom - lock. In the lower position of the switch is blocked and returned from the upper to the middle position. Thus the block device can be both during and after the shutdown. Very unusual, but very comfortable.
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In general, the right lateral face of apparently overloaded elements: in addition to the said switch, here is the card slot microSD, two-position camera button hole for a "soft reset" and a connector for external GPS-antenna. But we can not say that it looks ugly. On the contrary: such an abundance of elements is almost imperceptible. Connector for the antenna is hidden under a flap of metal colors, but for the memory slot plug is not provided. Sidewall looks cute, but with no flash card slot is not protected from dust. The upper edge is completely empty, while the bottom contains a mini USB connector, 2.5-millimeter audio jack, microphone hole, the foam is a stylus, and two located near the slot. To be appointed immediately and can not guess, it's eye for a strap (which was not included). As for the pen and pencil-box, everything is smooth: the stylus is easily enters the pencil box, securely and easily retrieved thanks to a small ledge at the upper end.
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The back side of the body is completely finished now fashionable soft-touch coating, no stamps and pleasant to the touch. At the top is inset metallic color on which the lattice dynamics of the system and camera lens. In addition, the edges of the insert is slightly convex and play the role of the legs when the device is on the table. Battery cover is two-thirds of the entire back side and is removed in one easy motion. She herself was quite thin, but it fits very tight and did not play. Under it - a large enough battery, covering the slot for the SIM-card. Nothing unusual here is not: a slot filled with the most ordinary way - in the form of depressions with clamping metal partitions.
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Build quality, as already noted, flawless. And in general: the general quality of the ASUS P750 can be taken as a reference.The body is made of quality plastic, all the parts fit perfectly, the backlash is not even a hint. Ergonomics are also at a height, except for a small blemish navigation joystick. Maybe this word is not quite appropriate here, but the communicator is pleasant: both visually and tactilely. So that the external examination will be "excellent." We turn to the hymns addressed to the display.
Screen
Diagonal screen ASUS P750 is the same as the model P526 - 2,6 inches, which is two-tenths of inches smaller than the implied standard WM-communicators of this generation. All other parameters of the matrix did not differ from the majority counterparts. It has a resolution of 240 x 320 pixels and shows 65536 colors. The viewing angles are close to that of the 180 degrees. The exact value is not mentioned anywhere, but to define it by eye, as you know, is impossible. So just say that the angles are great. Only now when you try to look at the display on top at an angle of 20-30 degrees, the picture is distorted, and the information becomes unreadable. However, we can safely say that looking at the screen with such a position you never have, so we will not reckon this feature of shortcomings. Backlight brightness adjustable in 8 steps, as well as all the latest PDA ASUS. This is more than enough for the selection of brightness under any lighting conditions. The maximum level lets you read from the screen in bright sunlight. Picture - alas! - Fades, but we can read. A minimum level is comfortable to work in complete darkness. In addition, it should be noted sufficient contrast.
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If you remember, before the announcement went a rumor about a possible appearance of VGA-matrix. So for someone, perhaps, the presence of QVGA-screen will be disappointed. We will refrain from conclusions. With such a small diagonal 640 x 480 resolution will give dramatic difference in picture quality and overall system performance noticeably reduced. Apparently, this is not included in the plans of ASUS.
Speed and memory
Processor Marvell XScale PXA270M 520 MHz combined with a QVGA-screen just shows superior performance. About this can surely be said, even without testing. When working with the interface of the operating system and basic applications - a reaction to all the action just instantaneous. Quickly displays a long list of contacts very quickly scaled images without delay open the menu. Rather quickly is the opening volume pdf-files. Moreover, the ASUS P750 works fine emulator PlayStation and almost all modern games for Windows Mobile. True, not too tight joystick has the fun of this kind.
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Returned to the ability to manually adjust the CPU frequency, which was not in the ASUS P526. As before, we are three modes: Turbo Mode, Standard Mode and Power Saving Mode. The exact frequency for each of the items is not specified, but theoretically, the minimum level should correspond to the value of 206 MHz, the average - 321 MHz, and the choice of Turbo Mode the processor runs at maximum frequency, 520 MHz. Additionally, a manual mode where the frequency is set automatically depending on load. Algorithm for automatic frequency control is perfect, and in most cases to resort to manual adjustment is not necessary. Actually, in auto mode and all tests were performed, a technique which you well know from previous surveys.
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In the first place we turn to the results of tests in the Spb Benchmark tests on the Company Spb Software House. In a comparative table shows the results of testing ASUS P525 (in order to be able to assess the performance boost), ASUS P526 (similar) and HTC Touch Cruise (because it's closest rival at the moment and the most similar technical parameters communicator). The result, by the way, was easily predictable, no surprises happened.
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In the absolute majority of tests ASUS P750 surpasses all rivals. True, it is worth noting that the platform Qualcomm MSM7200, which is based on HTC Touch Cruise, some items have a higher rating performance. And she has great potential, not yet fully implemented. In the near future we should expect more from her outstanding achievements. However, now it's not about her. The main thing you should pay attention to the table - the index of the overall performance of the processor (CPU Index) score and the speed of the graphics subsystem (Graphics Index). Here the P750 apart from the competition. Can be safely stated that today is one of the most powerful communicators. However, let's first look at the results of tests on the player The Core Pocket Media Player (TCPMP) Version 0.072 RC1. By tradition, we recall that a normal result in this test is considered an indicator of 100%. However, the result shows the mean value of the playback speed, so you have to take a small margin, taking the rate of 120% in order to guarantee normal playback in dynamic scenes. Samples for comparison, here are the same as in the previous table: ASUS P525, P526 and the HTC Touch Cruise.
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Needless to say, results are excellent! Any movie encoded with DivX or XviD, will be tough for ASUS P750. Even the highest quality video (RL_XQ 640 x 480) was reproduced with more than enough speed (130.12%). So to watch the video in field conditions, you do not have to waste time converting clips in lower resolution. On the part of memory, too, there is a nice picture: the device is equipped with 256 MB ROM and 64 MB of RAM. From the area of memory allocated for the user's needs around 49 MB, and from the ROM - about 154 MB. The expansion slot supports microSD cards and works with SDHC compatible card. The set of flash cards are turned, and in the process of testing the device worked with a 4-gigabyte card. She was determined without any problems and worked perfectly during the whole period of testing.
Sound
ASUS P750 sounds great! Actually, this story can be complete and proceed to the next item on the review. However, have yet to say a few words. The external speaker to the best of loud, miss a call it will be difficult, even if the device is in your bag or are you going to the subway. When the unit is on the table, the sound is not jammed by small protrusions, which were mentioned above. Grille is located approximately one and a half millimeters from the surface and you can hear sound perfectly. During testing, we did not set the sound level above the second division at the top. That was enough to hear the call from his pocket.With regard to the dynamics of the voice, it is also very good. The sound of it crisp and clear, recognizable voice of the interlocutor. ASUS P526 in this regard was a little worse - the sound was kind of a shade that was very neprivychen. P750 such raises no objections. Volume is sufficient, even with the stock. The headset sounds very high quality, if we consider it only as a means of conversation. To listen to music better than to get a better quality headphones. Even when using a complete "fillers" from the iPod nano - the difference in quality was clearly visible. Music fans will have to attend to also buy the adapter 2,5 mm / 3,5 mm. However, the device supports the A2DP-profile, so that it can be used in conjunction with any Bluetooth-headphones. As for the microphone, he standard of sensitivity. None of the interlocutors complained about the poor audibility and voice recorder mode sound great distances being written four or five meters from the source. In the noisy environment is over, we have to hold the recorder very close to his lips, another voice on the recording poorly visible. In short, the ability of the flagship labels ASUS is no better and no worse than most communicators of all classes. Here there is a small program-equalizer allows to adjust the sound to your liking and include a microphone gain. It helps, for example, when you need to record sound from a great distance, but the benefits will only be if there is no extraneous noise.
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The vibrating alert is as strong as that of the P526. Vibration is felt very good, even while walking.
Communication capabilities
Telephone module can operate as a GSM-coating (850/900/1800/1900 MHz bands) and in networks of UMTS (850/900/2100 MHz). In addition, it supports data transmission protocols GRPS, EDGE and HSDPA. Support "novopokolennyh" standards for the residents of Russia and the CIS has not yet actual. However, it surely will be claimed by those who frequently travel abroad. And, in fact, not too long left to wait for launch of third generation networks and in Russia. So that the 3G-P750 features a Russian reality can be seen as key to the future. Calls are made through the standard application Phone. A video for a small firm application that allows you to record video store with a conversation. In addition, there is a program for filtering incoming calls (black spiosk). That is, in the apparatus provides everything you need.
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Of the wireless interfaces present as Bluetooth (2.0 + EDR), and Wi-Fi (802.11b / g). No infrared port, a common practice in the past year and a half. "Blue tooth" managed set of drivers from Microsoft, included in the operating system, Windows Mobile 6 Professional. Interface, though a bit further developed and used to compare the convenience of drivers Broadcomm. Everything works without a hitch: a stable and fast. The tests were long and hard. Communicator had to work in tandem with other PDA / communicator (HTC P3300, Toshiba Port? G? G900, ASUS P526, and Fujitsu Siemens Pocket Loox C550), with wireless headsets Jabbra and Nokia, with Nokia 6021 and Sony Ericsson K790i. In all cases, the connection took place without problems. Supported and profile A2DP, allowing play music through wireless headphones. However, there was discovered a funny moment. When connection is broken with headphones listening stops and switches to the system speaker. Face it is possible in two cases: if we go beyond the limits of the working radius of Bluetooth headphones, or if the battery is discharged (as in our case). In our view, it would be logical if the playback stop or pause. In addition to A2DP support many more profiles, including SPP (Serial Port Profile), SAP (SIM Access Profile), OPP (Object Push Profile), PAN (Personal Area Network Profile), HID (Human Interface Device Profile) and AVRCP (Audio Video Remote Control Profile). It also supports the ability to send files to print to a Bluetooth-compatible printer.
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Work Wi-Fi is also not satisfactory. Standard application Wi-Fi Manager allows to operate only basic settings, but most users will be enough. All wireless interfaces are managed through a familiar but slightly modified by the application Wireless Manager. Here, the opportunity to select the time to automatically switch off Bluetooth, Wi-Fi and phone. Trifle, but it's nice.And most importantly - easy!
The only thing slightly disappointing - Support for the obsolete protocol USB 1.1 instead of USB 2.0, resulting in up data on your device is pretty slow. The same was sinful and ASUS P526. And in the yard, between the year 2008. And this situation is slightly alarming. However, the option provided for Turbo Mode, which will slightly increase the rate of data transfer via USB, as well as the possibility of using the device in a mode of USB Mass Storage, which lets you copy files onto a flash card or memory device without having to install ActiveSync.
GPS
Integrated GPS-receiver is based on the chipset SIRF Star III, the most popular solution among all of the latest smartphones. Even if you are not a regular reader, you probably know that it has 20 channels, while the claimed hot start of 1 second, warm - 35 seconds, the cold - 42 seconds. In fact, the launch takes place a little longer, but the advantages of the chipset it does not detract. Testing once again proved the stability of the SIRF Star III. During testing GPS-module was used without an external antenna, showing excellent positioning accuracy and assertive communication with satellites. Of course, in "difficult" areas such as tunnels, passes under bridges and pedestrian underpasses connection was lost. This is the normal state of affairs. In other cases, the device stability is five to seven satellites and guided by a specified route without any problems. True, ASUS did not bother to include in the package any navigation application. Rather, the P750 is shipped to distributors without any navigation software and every company has the right to extend the complete set of software of your choice. However, the device can be purchased without the navigation software. Thus, do not have to pay extra if you already have the required application or if you do not plan to use GPS-module. In a set of pre-installed software has just three utilities for working with GPS: Location Courier, allowing to send SMS-message with your current coordinates of the specified recipients; GPS Catcher, designed for regular updating of GPS-data and accelerate the process of incorporating the receiver; Travelog, which combines his compass, speedometer and altimeter.
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Capabilities built-in camera
If you believe the forecasts, the majority of mobile phones in 2008 will be equipped with 5-megapixel autofocus camera. Development of cameras communicators traditionally goes a step behind. Nevertheless, there is every reason to believe that Windows Mobile devices to become mainstream this year, 3-megapixel camera. ASUS P750 - just one of the first such communicators.
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The camera lens is not concealed by a shutter and is located in a place where often gets the thumb while holding your device near your ear. Strange, but this point remains unaddressed. And this sin is all the manufacturers, not just ASUS. Otherwise, no complaints. The camera really good. Remained familiar to previous Communicator ASUS Interface: very intuitive and easy to use. To navigate the menu and change the main settings do not need to resort to using the stylus - all controlled by buttons. Slightly different from previous models and options. Of the innovations can be noted only option "mode GPS", by which it became possible to store the coordinates of the location shooting in the EXIF-data of every JPG-file. Do not think it will be in demand by business users, but the bloggers and users of some Western social networks will appreciate it highly. White balance - the patient currently many mobile cameras - at P750 in most cases determined correctly. However, the case that automation can not find the right color temperature, then come to the aid presets, of which there are four - Daylight, Shade, Tungsten and Fluorescent. In addition, there is the slider to adjust brightness. Given the lack of flash sometimes have to resort to using it, but then the pictures an unpleasant noise, significantly reducing quality. And generally shoot in low light conditions is given P750 with labor. The quality of images frankly weak. And with good light camera is capable of surprise. Images are quite sharp and colorful. Total for photography are five resolutions: 2048 x 1536 1600 x 1200 1024 x 768, 640 x 480 320 x 240. When you select a low resolution it is possible to digital zoom. Among other features should be noted timer (5 or 10 seconds), an adjustable degree of JPG-compression (three stops), special effects, overlays while shooting (a black and white, negative and sepia), the function of shooting a burst (4 or 9 frames). Below you see some shots taken with a camera ASUS P750 with maximum quality settings.
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Focusing is possible with a very short distance (just 5 centimeters). In this case, however, suffers from geometry. But when you have to take a picture of some text, it's not critical. And the text you're likely to photograph - in a set of preinstalled software has a program to recognize business cards, on which we will discuss below. Here are some examples of macro photography, which are also made with the highest quality settings.
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Video capabilities rather weak, much to be desired. For example, records videos in VGA-resolution. After all the hardware capabilities of your device permit. Instead we are offered only two formats (3GP and MP4) and two extremely modest resolution: 176 x 144 and 128 x 96. An example of the camera with video recording can be found below.
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Runtime
All handheld computers and communicators from ASUS pleased long battery life. The exception was only P526, showed mediocre results. Therefore, the P750 in this regard were pinned great hopes. In general, it does not disappoint, restoring the company's reputation for the most long-playing devices. In the testing methodology has been no change, let's look at the results. Maximum load. The brightness set to maximum, the speaker volume is also included Bluetooth, Wi-Fi and GPS-module, and through Windows Media Player in a loop in the loop play "hard" video. Battery life in this mode for 2 hours and 56 minutes. Normal operation. All wireless modules are disabled. The brightness set to minimum level. On the PDA started reading the text in Haali Reader with automatic scrolling. Time work was 23 hours 4 minutes. MP3 Playback. Wireless modules and the screen backlight turned off. Listening to music through headphones at maximum volume. We used a Pocket Media Player and files with a bitrate 192 kbps. Opening hours 19 hours 31 minutes. Overall, very, very good picture. Maximum load "kills" the battery in less than three hours. For such an intense workload (in which the apparatus nonweak sunning himself) is quite good. Results on the remaining items, too, please - they are almost identical to ASUS P525 and significantly higher than that of P526. In short, the reputation of ASUS restored. The diagram demonstrates how P750 looks in comparison with communicators ASUS P525, P526 and the HTC Touch Cruise.Do I need to here any comments?
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If we talk about using the device in mixed mode, which means about 20-30 minutes of calls per day, short plays music through wired headphones, short sessions synchronization via Bluetooth, the reading of a half-hour + navigation, then the battery is "live" for two days. And with less active use of easily stretch and three. Claimed battery life: talk mode roughly corresponds to the real situation.
Software stuffing
Software suite also deserves only compliments. Many programs are already familiar from previous communicators ASUS. However, a set of preinstalled software has improved markedly, even when compared with the P526. As always, short walk to the most interesting applications. ASUS Status. Familiar to many users of the utility. It displays a small window that shows CPU usage, free memory as that of the device and memory card. Hence, also provides access to a number of settings, including menu control processor frequency. For its quick launch icon is provided in the lower right corner of the main screen.
Mode Switcher. Another friend of a program that lets you quickly switch between running applications, - for it has a separate button (bottom left on keyboard) - operates by analogy with the keyboard combination "ALT + TAB". However, it allows you to quickly return to the main screen and one touch to change the screen orientation.
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Java. Shell to run applications written in Java. The program comes on almost all modern communicators. About her repeatedly stated, we will not be repeated. ASUS Launcher. The shell that imitates the mobile phone menu. The same was found on ASUS P526. Quick launch is carried out with the Today screen by pressing the left soft-key, but you can assign it to another button. Initially, the menu is displayed as a matrix of 3 x 4 icons, but the display option is available in a vertical list. But in our view matrix is still more convenient. For added convenience, provides the ability to add shortcuts to the different sections. So that anyone can set up a shell by itself.
WorldCard Mobile. Program to recognize business cards and quickly export your contact list. Thanks to high-quality camera it works very well. And for better recognition accuracy can be specified languages in the list are present, and Russian.
Auto Cleaner. A little program to close applications when you press "X". A similar tool is the communicators on the latest HTC, but the same feature is available to users of the program Spb Pocket Plus. Pleased that ASUS has taken into account this point - you can do without buying additional software.
There are three other small utilities for working with GPS-receiver (they mentioned above), a simple and handy utility for backing up and restoring data and streaming media player. In short, this is the most elaborate set of software tools to all that we had a chance to see in the last year. Another plus in the treasury of the merits of ASUS P750.
In addition, provides a convenient filter calls, allowing you to create the ignore list, manage call forwarding, as well as the manager ring tones, giving the chance to use the tunes of popular formats, and on disk from a kit you can find all the popular plug-in Spb Pocket Plus. In short, the program stuffing ASUS has taken care in the same way as before. A set of software is very solid.
Price issue
The suggested retail price of ASUS P750 is 20 000 rubles. However, in the first days of sales prices for the communicator was slightly higher: between 21 000 to 23 000 rubles. Within a month or two we should expect that the average cost as low as recommended by the manufacturer.
Conclusions
The general conclusion must have been clear already in the middle of the review. ASUS P750 - a really successful model in all respects. In terms of functionality and novelty of it may well be seen as a substitute to two previous models: P525 and P526. Small size and weight probably will please those who consider the communicator as a replacement for an ordinary telephone. Again, we can safely say that the P750 will be liked and osnovnovnoy its target audience - business users through a combination of strong design with a powerful functional. In any case, to say anything negative against the new items is simply impossible. The only thing that slightly spoils the overall impression - tugovat joystick and protocol support USB 1.1. But amid the total number of positive features of these two things seem nitpicking. There are two other points that we did not refer to shortcomings: a VGA-screen and FM-tuner. Neither of the other P750 does not have. Moment of controversy. VGA-screen is not for everybody but also at such a modest diagonal assess all the charm of high resolution will be difficult. And places without radio and at all can be written in the gains. It's a consequence of positioning: in front of us a business machine, rather than multimedia solution. Anyway, so marketers say ASUS. The current situation on the market in every possible way has to ensure that predict P750 has a great future. And indeed: the competitors have not yet arrived, excellent quality, price humane. Three terms of future success. However, the decision to buy will still have to take you. And we end with a traditional review of information advantages and disadvantages in the appropriate column.
Pros: - stylish design and flawless assembly;
- compact size and low weight;
- complete set of wireless interfaces and support for 3G;
- excellent set of preinstalled software;
- comfortable keyboard;
- excellent built-in camera;
- large amount of ROM and support for SDHC compatible.
Cons: - stiff joystick;
- lack of support for USB 2.0.
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