Detailed review of the Nokia XL smartphone. Nokia XL - Specifications Information about other important connectivity technologies supported by your device

Information about the make, model, and alternative names of the specific device, if available.

Design

Information about the dimensions and weight of the device, presented in different units of measurement. Materials used, colors offered, certificates.

Width Width information - refers to the horizontal side of the device in its standard orientation during use.	77.72 mm (millimeters) 7.77 cm (centimeters) 0.25 ft (feet) 3.06 in (inches)
Height Height information - refers to the vertical side of the device in its standard orientation during use.	141.35 mm (millimeters) 14.14 cm (centimeters) 0.46 ft (feet) 5.56 in (inches)
Thickness Information about the thickness of the device in different units of measurement.	10.87 mm (millimeters) 1.09 cm (centimeters) 0.04 ft (feet) 0.43 in (inches)
Weight Information about the weight of the device in different units of measurement.	190 g (grams) 0.42 lbs 6.7 oz (ounces)
Volume The approximate volume of the device, calculated based on the dimensions provided by the manufacturer. Refers to devices with the shape of a rectangular parallelepiped.	119.41 cm³ (cubic centimeters) 7.25 in³ (cubic inches)
Colors Information about the colors in which this device is offered for sale.	Orange Green Blue-green Yellow Black White

SIM card

The SIM card is used in mobile devices to store data that certifies the authenticity of mobile service subscribers.

Mobile networks

A mobile network is a radio system that allows multiple mobile devices to communicate with each other.

Mobile communication technologies and data transfer speeds

Communication between devices on mobile networks is carried out using technologies that provide different data transfer rates.

Operating system

An operating system is a system software that manages and coordinates the operation of hardware components in a device.

SoC (System on Chip)

A system on a chip (SoC) includes all the most important hardware components of a mobile device on one chip.

SoC (System on Chip) A system on a chip (SoC) integrates various hardware components, such as a processor, graphics processor, memory, peripherals, interfaces, etc., as well as the software necessary for their operation.	Qualcomm Snapdragon S4 Play MSM8225
Technological process Information about the technological process by which the chip is manufactured. Nanometers measure half the distance between elements in the processor.	45 nm (nanometers)
Processor (CPU) The primary function of a mobile device's processor (CPU) is to interpret and execute instructions contained in software applications.	ARM Cortex-A5
Processor size The size (in bits) of a processor is determined by the size (in bits) of the registers, address buses, and data buses. 64-bit processors have higher performance compared to 32-bit processors, which in turn are more powerful than 16-bit processors.	32 bit
Instruction Set Architecture Instructions are commands with which the software sets/controls the operation of the processor. Information about the instruction set (ISA) that the processor can execute.	ARMv7
Level 0 cache (L0) Some processors have L0 (level 0) cache, which is faster to access than L1, L2, L3, etc. The advantage of having such memory is not only higher performance, but also reduced power consumption.	4 kB + 4 kB (kilobytes)
Level 1 cache (L1) Cache memory is used by the processor to reduce access time to more frequently used data and instructions. L1 (level 1) cache is small in size and works much faster than both system memory and other cache levels. If the processor does not find the requested data in L1, it continues to look for it in the L2 cache. On some processors, this search is performed simultaneously in L1 and L2.	16 kB + 16 kB (kilobytes)
Level 2 cache (L2) L2 (level 2) cache is slower than L1 cache, but in return it has a higher capacity, allowing it to cache more data. It, like L1, is much faster than system memory (RAM). If the processor does not find the requested data in L2, it continues to look for it in the L3 cache (if available) or in RAM memory.	1024 kB (kilobytes) 1 MB (megabytes)
Number of processor cores The processor core executes software instructions. There are processors with one, two or more cores. Having more cores increases performance by allowing multiple instructions to be executed in parallel.	2
CPU clock speed The clock speed of a processor describes its speed in terms of cycles per second. It is measured in megahertz (MHz) or gigahertz (GHz).	1000 MHz (megahertz)
Graphics Processing Unit (GPU) The Graphics Processing Unit (GPU) handles calculations for various 2D/3D graphics applications. In mobile devices, it is most often used by games, consumer interfaces, video applications, etc.	Qualcomm Adreno 203
Amount of random access memory (RAM) Random access memory (RAM) is used by the operating system and all installed applications. Data stored in RAM is lost after the device is turned off or restarted.	768 MB (megabytes)

Built-in memory

Each mobile device has built-in (non-removable) memory with a fixed capacity.

Memory cards

Memory cards are used in mobile devices to increase the storage capacity for storing data.

Screen

The screen of a mobile device is characterized by its technology, resolution, pixel density, diagonal length, color depth, etc.

Type/technology One of the main characteristics of the screen is the technology by which it is made and on which the quality of the information image directly depends.	IPS
Diagonal For mobile devices, screen size is expressed by the length of its diagonal, measured in inches.	5 in (inches) 127 mm (millimeters) 12.7 cm (centimeters)
Width Approximate screen width	2.57 in (inches) 65.34 mm (millimeters) 6.53 cm (centimeters)
Height Approximate screen height	4.29 in (inches) 108.9 mm (millimeters) 10.89 cm (centimeters)
Aspect Ratio The ratio of the dimensions of the long side of the screen to its short side	1.667:1 5:3
Permission Screen resolution shows the number of pixels vertically and horizontally on the screen. Higher resolution means clearer image detail.	480 x 800 pixels
Pixel Density Information about the number of pixels per centimeter or inch of the screen. Higher density allows information to be displayed on the screen with clearer detail.	187 ppi (pixels per inch) 73 ppcm (pixels per centimeter)
Color depth Screen color depth reflects the total number of bits used for color components in one pixel. Information about the maximum number of colors the screen can display.	24 bit 16777216 flowers
Screen area Approximate percentage of screen area occupied by the screen on the front of the device.	64.98% (percent)
Other characteristics Information about other screen features and characteristics.	Capacitive Multi-touch

Sensors

Different sensors perform different quantitative measurements and convert physical indicators into signals that a mobile device can recognize.

Rear camera

The main camera of a mobile device is usually located on its back panel and may be combined with one or more secondary cameras.

Sensor size Information about the dimensions of the photosensor used in the device. Typically, cameras with larger sensors and lower pixel densities offer higher image quality despite the lower resolution.	3.6 x 2.7 mm (millimeters) 0.18 in (inches)
Pixel size Pixels are usually measured in microns. Larger pixels are able to capture more light and therefore provide better low-light photography and wider dynamic range than smaller pixels. On the other hand, smaller pixels allow for higher resolution while maintaining the same sensor size.	1.389 µm (micrometers) 0.001389 mm (millimeters)
Crop factor The crop factor is the ratio between the dimensions of the full-frame sensor (36 x 24 mm, equivalent to a frame of standard 35 mm film) and the dimensions of the device's photosensor. The indicated number represents the ratio of the diagonals of the full-frame sensor (43.3 mm) and the photosensor of a particular device.	9.61
Svetlosila F-stop (also known as aperture, aperture, or f-number) is a measure of the size of a lens's aperture, which determines the amount of light entering the sensor. The lower the f-number, the larger the aperture and the more light reaches the sensor. Typically the f-number is specified to correspond to the maximum possible aperture of the aperture.	f/2.8
Focal length Focal length indicates the distance in millimeters from the sensor to the optical center of the lens. Equivalent focal length (35mm) is the focal length of a mobile device camera equal to the focal length of a 35mm full-frame sensor, which will achieve the same viewing angle. It is calculated by multiplying the actual focal length of a mobile device's camera by the crop factor of its sensor. Crop factor can be defined as the ratio between the diagonals of a 35 mm full-frame sensor and the sensor of a mobile device.	3.33 mm (millimeters) 32.02 mm (millimeters) *(35 mm / full frame)
Flash type The rear (rear) cameras of mobile devices mainly use LED flashes. They can be configured with one, two or more light sources and vary in shape.	LED
Image Resolution One of the main characteristics of cameras is resolution. It represents the number of horizontal and vertical pixels in an image. For convenience, smartphone manufacturers often list resolution in megapixels, indicating the approximate number of pixels in millions.	2592 x 1944 pixels 5.04 MP (megapixels)
Video resolution Information about the maximum video resolution that the camera can record.	864 x 480 pixels 0.41 MP (megapixels)
Video recording speed (frame rate) Information about the maximum recording speed (frames per second, fps) supported by the camera at maximum resolution. Some of the most basic video recording speeds are 24 fps, 25 fps, 30 fps, 60 fps.	30fps (frames per second)
Characteristics Information about additional software and hardware features of the rear (rear) camera.	Digital zoom Panoramic photography Face recognition White Balance Adjustment ISO Setting

Front-camera

Smartphones have one or more front cameras of various designs - a pop-up camera, a rotating camera, a cutout or hole in the display, an under-display camera.

Radio

The radio of the mobile device is a built-in FM receiver.

Location determination

Information about the navigation and location technologies supported by your device.

WiFi

Wi-Fi is a technology that provides wireless communication for transmitting data over close distances between various devices.

Bluetooth

Bluetooth is a standard for secure wireless data transfer between various devices of different types over short distances.

Version There are several versions of Bluetooth, with each subsequent one improving communication speed, coverage, and making devices easier to discover and connect. Information about the Bluetooth version of the device.	3.0
Characteristics Bluetooth uses different profiles and protocols that provide faster data transfer, energy savings, improved device discovery, etc. Some of these profiles and protocols that the device supports are shown here.	A2DP (Advanced Audio Distribution Profile) AVRCP (Audio/Visual Remote Control Profile) DUN (Dial-Up Networking Profile) FTP (File Transfer Profile) GAVDP (Generic Audio/Video Distribution Profile) HFP (Hands-Free Profile) HSP (Headset Profile) OPP (Object Push Profile) PAN (Personal Area Networking Profile) PBAP/PAB (Phone Book Access Profile) H.S.

USB

USB (Universal Serial Bus) is an industry standard that allows different electronic devices to exchange data.

Headphone jack

This is an audio connector, also called an audio jack. The most widely used standard in mobile devices is the 3.5mm headphone jack.

Connecting devices

Information about other important connection technologies supported by your device.

Browser

A web browser is a software application for accessing and viewing information on the Internet.

Video file formats/codecs

Mobile devices support different video file formats and codecs, which respectively store and encode/decode digital video data.

Battery

Mobile device batteries differ from each other in their capacity and technology. They provide the electrical charge necessary for their functioning.

Capacity A battery's capacity indicates the maximum charge it can hold, measured in milliamp-hours.	2000 mAh (milliamp-hours)
Type The type of battery is determined by its structure and, more precisely, the chemicals used. There are different types of batteries, with lithium-ion and lithium-ion polymer batteries being the most commonly used batteries in mobile devices.	Li-Ion (Lithium-ion)
2G talk time 2G talk time is the period of time during which the battery charge is completely discharged during a continuous conversation on a 2G network.	16 h (hours) 960 min (minutes) 0.7 days
2G latency 2G standby time is the period of time during which the battery charge is completely discharged when the device is in stand-by mode and connected to a 2G network.	720 h (hours) 43200 min (minutes) 30 days
3G talk time 3G talk time is the period of time during which the battery charge is completely discharged during a continuous conversation on a 3G network.	13 h (hours) 780 min (minutes) 0.5 days
3G latency 3G standby time is the period of time during which the battery charge is completely discharged when the device is in stand-by mode and connected to a 3G network.	720 h (hours) 43200 min (minutes) 30 days
Characteristics Information about some additional characteristics of the device's battery.	Removable
	Battery model: BN-02

Nokia XL Dual SIM is a development of the line of budget Nokia mobile phones, the older brother of Nokia X, with a diagonal 5 inches. The manufacturer added about one and a half thousand to the price and rolled out a device with a “stretched” diagonal, while leaving the same low resolution. At the same time, the dimensions of the device have increased significantly - the smartphone fits awkwardly in one hand. An unusual interface and a redesigned Android are not so scary. However, the lack of Play Market, in our opinion, is a serious disadvantage. Although, it seems, consumers have even learned to live and cope with installing applications not only through the Play Market.

The processor from early 2012 is not the latest solution, and the increase in RAM from 512 to 768 MB looks, in our opinion, simply frivolous. But now the smartphone has a front camera, and the main camera’s characteristics have been slightly improved - its resolution is 5 MP. The manufacturer has also slightly tightened up the battery life - the larger body allows for a more capacious battery to be placed. However, its results are still significantly below the average for smartphones in general. Among the advantages we can only note the support for two SIM cards, the assembly of the case and a large number of color options for it. We do not recommend the smartphone for purchase, despite the low price. In our opinion, Nokia has done little work on the bugs and, for a small additional payment, has improved the device's characteristics to the level of inexpensive Chinese smartphones.

Dimensions and weight - 3.8

The 5-inch Nokia XL Dual SIM smartphone is thick, wide, and its width is more likely to correspond to smartphones with a 5.2-5.5 inch diagonal. The thickness of the case reaches 10.9 mm. The device is heavy, weighing 189 grams, which is only a little short of catching up with such heavyweights as the Philips W6610 or Asus Fonepad 6.

The appearance reminded us of a flattened brick; it is uncomfortable to hold and operate with one hand. The case is collapsible, the battery is removable. The smartphone is made of polycarbonate, the build quality is good for a cheap model, all parts fit tightly, nothing creaks under pressure.

It is worth noting the variety of colors for the case: Nokia XL Dual SIM is available in bright green, orange, yellow, blue, black and white.

Screen - 3.1

The Nokia XL Dual SIM uses an IPS matrix with a resolution of 800×480 pixels, a screen diagonal of 5 inches, a PPI value of only 187. Today, perhaps, smartphones with a lower number of pixels per inch are no longer produced, only very cheap phones with a diagonal of 2- 3 inches have lower ppi. The viewing angles are average, the brightness level is also average, for most cases it will be enough to read information. However, on a sunny day, reading information from the display is already significantly difficult. Due to the low ppi, individual pixels stand out almost immediately. In our opinion, this display is far from the best for long-term reading and video viewing.

Viewing angles and color deviations of the Nokia XL Dual SIM display. As you can see in the test image above, brightness quickly drops off as you tilt it, leaving the display slightly blue and blacks blending into each other. With such narrow viewing angles, talking about color shifts when tilting the display is almost pointless. Read more about the test.

Camera

They decided to improve the Nokia XL Dual SIM cameras a little; if the Nokia X had one 3 MP main camera, here the cameras were brought up to the level of a typical budget model: 5 MP for the main camera and 2 MP for the front one, plus they added a flash and autofocus In terms of any functions, everything is typical, a standard set of settings. The maximum resolution for photos is 2592x1944 pixels, for video recording - 854x480 pixels, which is very small. But there is tracking autofocus and a recording speed of 30 fps. Sound is recorded in mono mode. The front camera takes pictures with a resolution of 1600x1200 and shoots video with a resolution of 352x288, that is, in very poor quality. The manufacturer, of course, has formally improved the main camera and added a front camera, but the result is still unsatisfactory.

Photo from camera Nokia XL Dual SIM - 2.3

Working with text - 5.0

The standard keyboard in the Nokia XL Dual SIM can be called comfortable. It contains markings of additional characters, both in Latin and in Cyrillic layout. You can quickly type numbers - the top row of keys uses a number row as additional characters. Not only stroke input is supported, but also handwriting input. However, there is one significant disadvantage here - switching between languages. To do this, you have to hold down the spacebar and then select the desired language from a long list that has fallen out; this is not very convenient, as confirmed by user reviews.

Internet - 5.0

The pre-installed standard browser surprised us with the “richness” of its settings; you can delete personal data, save/not save passwords, and that’s all. Using a double click, you can move away to the general view of the page or move closer to some area of interest. But, in addition to the standard browser, Opera is preinstalled with a reading mode, auto-fitting text, etc.

Interfaces

Nokia XL Dual SIM supports common wireless interfaces: Wi-Fi (b/g/n), Bluetooth (v3.0) and A-GPS. The device is capable of distributing mobile Internet using Wi-Fi. The smartphone does not support LTE and dual-band Wi-Fi. Everything works fine, only in our tests the GPS took a long time to determine its location.

The smartphone can work with two Micro-SIM cards, but alternately, since there is only one radio module in the device. There is a slot for a microSD card up to 32 GB and a Micro-USB 2.0 connector, without MHL and USB OTG.

Multimedia - 1.0

Pre-installed players support a limited number of video and audio formats. In our tests, the smartphone refused to play uncompressed audio in the FLAC format; video in the MOV and MKV formats was also played with great difficulty. Full HD video plays fine. However, the player does not support subtitles.

Battery - 2.2

We tested the Nokia XL Dual SIM in our two standard tests. The 2000 mAh battery (remember, the Nokia X had 1500 mAh) did not show the best results: 4 hours 20 minutes in HD video viewing mode at maximum brightness and about 27 and a half hours in music listening mode.

Performance - 1.6

The device uses a rather old Qualcomm MSM8225 Snapdragon S4 Play platform with a 1 GHz dual-core processor and an unusual amount of RAM - 768 MB, 3/4 of a gigabyte. The main processor is accompanied by the Adreno 203 graphics accelerator. In terms of filling, the manufacturer left everything as it was with the Nokia X, increasing only the RAM, but did not generously add a whole gigabyte, but added only 256 MB. With daily use, the device practically does not slow down and works, if not quickly, then normally.

The device showed low results in synthetic tests: 7686 points in the AnTuTu benchmark and 2360 points in the 3D Mark benchmark. You will not be able to play demanding games, since there is not enough RAM or processor power with a graphics accelerator.

Memory - 4.2

The amount of internal memory in the Nokia X Dual SIM is 4 GB, but only 1.11 GB is available to the user. But there is support for microSD memory cards up to 32 GB. The memory card is not hot-swappable.

Peculiarities

Nothing particularly new has appeared in comparison with Nokia X: the same remade Android, stylized as Windows Phone. To be fair, it should be said that the launcher can be reinstalled, and the lack of Google services, and especially the Play Market application store, can only be partially compensated by downloading and installing some other stores. Many applications can be installed by downloading the corresponding APK file and unpacking it on the phone, but applications that require registration in the Play Market still will not launch. Among the features, one can also note the dimensions of the smartphone: the body dimensions are most likely suitable for a smartphone with a 5.5-inch display. The interface has also not undergone any changes. There is a desktop with application icons, by swiping left or right you will be taken to the list of recent actions, which simply stores everything that you have done on the phone recently.

Competitors

On the one hand, Nokia XL Dual SIM is the only one, large, very budget 5-inch smartphones are not so popular, at least among manufacturers, and Nokia XL almost single-handedly occupies this specific niche. On the other hand, if you add one and a half thousand rubles, then you can already buy a version of the Lenovo P780 with 4 GB of internal memory, which will be much stronger in all respects, from the display, processor, cameras to battery.

Don't feel like spending more? There's Explay Rio, also with two SIM card slots, almost half the price, a little lighter, almost the same display and battery. Nokia XL noticeably outperforms it only in cameras.

LG L80 is only a thousand more expensive, but you will get 1 GB of RAM, two SIM card slots, a larger battery, and a lighter and thinner body. Nokia XL beats it only with a higher number of megapixels in the front camera.

Nokia XL is the company's alternative offering for fans of the Android operating system. Nokia's attempt to capture another part of the smartphone market. Let's look at user reviews of the Nokia XL, as well as the characteristics of experts, and try to determine based on them whether this company will be able to achieve what it wants? What's good about this phone? How do those who purchased and tested its capabilities respond to it?

About the good

Reviews about Nokia XL indicate that the phone runs stably on this operating system - it does not freeze. Convenient to use. It has a clear interface and fits comfortably in your hand. There are no slowdowns during use. All communications work perfectly. Signal reception and transmission is reliable both over telephone networks, Wi-Fi, and Bluetooth. Has a good camera. The flash works great. The battery lasts well. Users also include the following advantages:

large screen;
decent power of the device;
loud speaker;
ability to switch between SIM cards;
front camera with Skype support.

About the bad

About the Nokia XL, user reviews indicate that it does not sync with the PC. It is not possible to install applications on the memory card. The Android operating system has been stripped down. There are few applications on the Market. Heats up quickly and strongly. There are problems opening the back cover.

About cost and operating system

XL is, one might say, the “big brother” of X from Nokia. You can buy it on average for 7,000 rubles. The device runs on its own firmware, bringing the appearance of the interface closer to Windows Phone. This, of course, limits the capabilities and makes it impossible to access services from Google, including Play.

What's in the box?

The device kit includes:

the headset, unfortunately, does not have a call key;
charger that connects to microUSB.

Nokia XL Dual review: briefly about the main thing

The screen is made using TFT IPS technology and has a resolution of 480 x 800 pixels, or 187 dots per inch. The device has a dual-core processor with a frequency of 1 GHz. RAM - 768 MB. The smartphone has 4 GB of built-in memory. Dimensions - 41.4 x 77.7 x 10.9 mm. These Nokia XL characteristics speak volumes, but do not allow us to fully appreciate this device.

Appearance

Allows you to study the appearance of Nokia XL photos. The buyer is offered a wide variety of color solutions. It is possible to install a phone cover of a different color. The build quality of the phone can be called ideal. Considering that it is collapsible, when you hold it in your hand, you don’t feel it. Thanks to the polycarbonate from which the case is made, the phone does not scratch, does not slip, and is pleasant and hard to the touch. Its front side is completely covered by glass. The five-inch display has an aspect ratio of 16:10. There is a peephole located directly above it. There are also light and proximity sensors. The manufacturer has placed touch keys under the display.

At the bottom end there is a microUSB connector. On the top there is a 3.5 mm headset input. The right side has a polycarbonate volume rocker. Below it is a lock/power button.

In the middle of the back panel there is a camera eye, above which there is a flash. There is a speaker in the lower rear part of the case.

An easily removable cover hides the battery, connectors for two SIM cards and a slot for microSD.

Ergonomics of the device

The ease of use of Nokia XL Dual SIM is ensured by its light weight - only 190 grams, thoughtful button placement, and rounded back cover. Despite its size, it fits comfortably in the hand. Its shape follows the shape of the palm. The rough body gives you confidence that the device will not slip out of your hand. The lock and volume keys fit comfortably under your fingers, making it possible to operate the device with one hand.

Screen

This device is quite large and bright. Overall pleasant, but still budget friendly. It is distinguished by high quality workmanship, has correct color rendition and fairly wide viewing angles. I would like the pixel density to be higher, but this is quite enough to ensure that your eyes do not get tired for a long time when working with the device.

Disadvantages include poor glare protection. No matter how you turn the device, reflections cannot be avoided. The finger glides freely across the screen, which pleases us because it doesn’t get very dirty.

Interface

The most interesting thing about this device is, of course, its interface. In it (which may upset fans of this software) there is very little left of Android. The firmware was developed based on an outdated version of this operating system. The new interface is called Fastlane, since there is practically nothing left of the old one. We must pay tribute to the developers - it turned out to be very simple and understandable and prettier than Google's.

The icons located on the poles have a multi-colored background. The screen can be scrolled down like a web page, which is clear, convenient and attractive. There is a search bar at the top, using which you can easily search the Internet and open applications.

Swipe opens the curtain from the bottom up, in which you can switch between SIM cards, Bluetooth, Wi-Fi, mute the sound, etc. It’s bad that there’s no flashlight icon here.

The only place that clearly indicates that this is still “Android” is the settings menu. It's like all Google phones. If desired, the Fastlane interface can be changed to another “launcher” - and the device will become more similar to Android devices. But it is not recommended to do this, since the installed one is adapted for this device and is much more convenient than the others.

There are no off-screen keys, which allows us to give more space to the screen. There is only one touch key. A short press returns to the previous position, a long press takes you to the home screen (which is, of course, very convenient to use).

To say that the device flies is to lie, but its speed is still very good. The device does not have long freezes.

Despite the fact that it is not connected to Google, the device allows you to use social networks and transfer photos. Although the device does not have the Play Market, all the usual applications can be found in the Nokia store.

The choice in it, of course, is not the same as in Google Play, but there are no various virus applications and garbage. And "Yandex.Store" provides almost everything necessary for a not very demanding user. At the same time, the choice is better than that of Windows Phone.

Advanced users will certainly be disappointed. But they can solve all their problems by flashing the device.

Photo-video

The advantages of all Nokias include their cameras. But you shouldn’t be too happy, because this is a budget employee, and not a representative of the Lumiya line. That's why PureView isn't here.

The main camera is 5 megapixel. With its help you can take pretty good pictures during the day. But even with artificial lighting they leave much to be desired. The device has autofocus and flash. The flash is more for show, but the autofocus is quite good. Color rendition is clearly dull. The image is easily blurred, so you need to hold the smartphone firmly in your hands and do not take pictures on the go - nothing good will come of it.

The front camera is only good for what it is. But for those who do not need high-quality images when communicating on Skype, it is quite suitable. But it’s better not to use it for “selfies” on Instagram.

Wireless interfaces

The Nokia XL Dual SIM smartphone does not offer a variety of wireless technologies. The smartphone does not support MIRACAST or NFC. Of course, like others, it has a good Wi-Fi gadget and, although outdated, Bluetooth works stably without glitches.

Autonomy

The device can operate for quite a long time without recharging. This is made possible by a fairly capacious 2000 mAh battery, not a powerful processor and a low charge for a day, which is enough for even the most active user.

The device in operation

Of course, it is not designed to play FullHD video. Not all 3D entertainment and heavy games will be a success, but everything else is no problem.
The earpiece speaker is good, but the same cannot be said about the music speaker. When the sound is strong, noise can be heard, so it is better to listen to songs with headphones.

Results from experts

pros:

beauty of design;
good build quality;
excellent ergonomics;
convenient and simple interface;
two SIM cards;
long battery life.

Minuses:

no access to Google Play;
The processor is not powerful enough for a wide monitor;
low resolution;
Not very good front and rear cameras.

conclusions

Reviews about the Nokia XL indicate that it is a well-built device. It is also suitable as a first smartphone for those who are not very demanding of this type of device, for whom the size of the display, simplicity and clarity of the interface are important.

In general, having studied the reviews and characteristics of experts about the Nokia XL Dual SIM, we can conclude that this device, despite its shortcomings (who doesn’t have them?), has every chance of winning the love of a certain category of buyers and part of the market for Nokia. We must give credit to this company - they tried. Once again it did not disappoint its fans by providing a fairly high-quality and balanced device.

TFT IPS- High quality liquid crystal matrix. It has wide viewing angles, one of the best indicators of color rendering quality and contrast among all those used in the production of displays for portable equipment.
Super AMOLED- if a regular AMOLED screen uses several layers, between which there is an air gap, then in Super AMOLED there is only one such touch layer without air gaps. This allows you to achieve greater screen brightness with the same power consumption.
Super AMOLED HD- differs from Super AMOLED in its higher resolution, thanks to which you can achieve 1280x720 pixels on a mobile phone screen.
Super AMOLED plus- this is a new generation of Super AMOLED displays, differs from the previous one by using a larger number of subpixels in a conventional RGB matrix. The new displays are 18% thinner and brighter than displays made using the old PenTile technology.
AMOLED- an improved version of OLED technology. The main advantages of the technology are significantly reduced power consumption, the ability to display a larger color gamut, reduced thickness and the ability of the display to bend slightly without the risk of breaking.
Retina-high pixel density display designed specifically for Apple technology. The pixel density of Retina displays is such that individual pixels are indistinguishable to the eye at a normal distance from the screen. This ensures the highest image detail and significantly improves the overall viewing experience.
Super Retina HD- the display is made using OLED technology. The pixel density is 458 PPI, the contrast reaches 1,000,000:1. The display has a wide color gamut and unsurpassed color accuracy. Pixels in the corners of the display are smoothed at the sub-pixel level, so edges are not distorted and appear smooth. The Super Retina HD reinforcing layer is 50% thicker. It will be harder to break the screen.
Super LCD is the next generation of LCD technology, it is characterized by improved characteristics compared to earlier LCD displays. The screens not only have wide viewing angles and better color reproduction, but also lower power consumption.
TFT- A common type of liquid crystal display. Using an active matrix controlled by thin-film transistors, it is possible to significantly increase the performance of the display, as well as the contrast and clarity of the image.
OLED- organic electroluminescent display. It consists of a special thin-film polymer that emits light when exposed to an electric field. This type of display has a large reserve of brightness and consumes very little energy.

It is unlikely that there is at least one person in Russia who has not heard of Nokia mobile phones. Even after all rights to the Finnish brand were transferred to the American company Microsoft, connoisseurs of these devices do not need to switch to gadgets from other manufacturers. Currently, there are enough phones produced under the Nokia brand. Among them are both budget smartphones and those that belong to the mid-range category.

A striking feature of the modern models of this company is the wide variety of body colors. The youth enthusiastically accepted this decision. Of course, the manufacturer did not abandon the classic options of white and black. They are most often chosen by respectable people. But for those who love positivity, blue, orange, green and yellow copies are presented. Such color variety can be found in the Asha and Lumia lines. Having released the new Nokia 1030 XL Dual Sim model in the winter of 2014, the manufacturer did not change its style. What features does this smartphone have? The article will discuss its characteristics in detail. Readers will also find out what common problems they may encounter when purchasing a Nokia gadget.

Equipment

Description of Nokia 1030 XL Dual Sim Let's start with a review of the packaging and set of components. The phone is packaged in a branded box. Its design has a playful style that puts customers in a positive mood. On the front side there are several photographs of the device. There is also the name of the smartphone here.

Let's not dwell on the box for too long, but rather take a quick look inside it. The standard set is presented there. It included: phone, battery, documentation (manual, certificate, warranty card), entry-level headphones and charger. The manufacturer did not provide any additional accessories. They will have to be purchased separately. For example, there will be no problems with choosing covers. They are presented in a wide range. It is also easy to purchase a memory card; the device supports the common format - micro-SD.

Design

Nokia 1030 XL Dual Sim is a model that looks similar to devices from the Lumia line. The body has a clear rectangular shape. Polycarbonate was chosen as the material for the back cover. The manufacturer has completely abandoned the roundness, and this visually increases the dimensions of the phone. Physical dimensions of the case: 141x78x10.9 mm. The battery cover is made in such a way that its side edges create a kind of frame for the front panel. This brightens up the dark color somewhat.

Mechanical control keys are located on one side face - the right. The volume rocker and the power/lock button are located here. On the front side of the Nokia 1030 there is a control panel. It is designed in a standard way - three touch keys. They are responsible for the following functions: return, search and menu. There is a large screen right above the panel. Above it, in addition to the speaker, there are sensors and a front camera lens. The manufacturer did not forget about the logo, so it will not be difficult to determine whether it belongs to the Nokia brand.

The design of the back cover is unremarkable. Here all the elements are arranged according to the standard layout. At the top there is a flash and the main camera, at the bottom there is an oblong hole for the output speaker.

Assembly

The body of the Nokia 1030 XL Dual Sim seems monolithic upon quick inspection. This feeling is created due to the fact that the side edges of the back cover reach the front panel. However, it is not. The battery in the model is removable, so the developers have provided access to it. The cover does not come off as easily as we would like, but it won’t be difficult to get used to. If you pry it from the left side, it will quickly give way.

There are no comments about the build quality. During testing, the device performed well. No creaks, backlashes or other extraneous sounds were detected. Naturally, this pleased connoisseurs of the brand.

Those buyers who have not used Nokia smartphones before will have to get used to the shape of the case. Due to the lack of roundness, the device will need to be controlled with two hands.

Screen

The Nokia 1030's screen characteristics are quite decent. Although, according to many users, with a 5-inch diagonal, the resolution could have been higher. In this model it is limited to 800x480 px. Naturally, this affects the level of detail in the image. The pixel density will not please users either; it is only 187 ppi. Although the “squares” are not visible to the naked eye, they still affect the clarity.

The indisputable advantage of the display is the IPS matrix. This technology is currently considered one of the best. Wide viewing angles, deep color rendition - owners of the Nokia XL Dual Sim RM-1030 can appreciate all this. The color depth is 24 bits. The display is capable of displaying more than 16 million colors.

The advantages include the presence of proximity sensors and external lighting. With the help of the latter, the brightness level is adjusted automatically, which allows you to comfortably use your smartphone outdoors even in sunny weather. Of course, there is glare, but the information on the screen is easy to read. The proximity sensor frees the user from endless phone locks. During a call, you just need to bring the device to your ear and it will automatically lock. The developers also provide screen rotation. When this option is activated, modes will be switched automatically when the position of the device changes.

Camera

The cameras of the Nokia 1030 cannot be called a strong point, but they are not weak either. The main one is based on a 5-megapixel matrix. With its help you can get photos with a maximum resolution of 2592x1944 px. Resizing is provided by the developers in the application settings. Poor lighting will not be a hindrance to creating memorable photos. In such a situation, it is recommended to use an LED flash. It operates in three modes: automatically, off and always on. If you need to enlarge the subject, you can use digital zoom (4X). There are many important options in the application settings. It is worth noting that the developers did not forget about autofocus, which allows you to make the picture as clear and detailed as possible. It also has face detection, white balance, panorama, and more.

The main camera also works in video mode. Recording is carried out at a speed of 30 fps. The quality of the videos is average. Resolution - 640x480 px.

The front camera's characteristics are significantly inferior to the main one. It is based on a 2-megapixel sensor. The maximum photo resolution is 1886x1061 px. Selfies, of course, are not very good, but for video communication its capabilities are quite acceptable.

Performance

The main criterion for choosing a smartphone is the level of performance. This is indicated not only by the characteristics of the processor, but also by the amount of RAM. Let's figure out what kind of “stuffing” the developers used in the Nokia XL Dual Sim RM-1030. The first thing advanced users pay attention to is the chipset. This phone model uses an MSM8225 processor with two Qualcomm cores. What does this give to owners? In principle, the smartphone copes well with all everyday tasks. However, it is worth noting that the Snapdragon S4 Play processor is only 32-bit. Currently, the 64-bit system is already widely used, which means that users will face some limitations. The maximum frequency to which computing modules are accelerated also indicates an insufficiently powerful platform. It is only 1000 MHz. The main processor is paired with an Adreno 203 video card.

The RAM indicator also indicates modest characteristics. In this model it is 768 MB. Built-in memory is only 4 GB. You can expand it up to 32 GB using micro-SD drives.

operating system

The most interesting question that users asked in their reviews was what operating system the Nokia 1030 XL Dual Sim is based on. It is worth noting that users will no longer see a pure version of Windows Phone here. This smartphone runs Nokia X Software Platform 1.1. What is she like? A combination of two popular operating systems - Android and Windows Phone.

Icons on the desktop have a standard appearance. If necessary, the user can change their size and color. If an application is not suitable, it can be easily removed. In addition to these features, the developers have provided for installing widgets on the home screen. The control panel has similar settings to Android devices. Here you can select the main SIM card, activate/deactivate wireless interfaces, enable airplane mode, etc.

Battery

What is the capacity of the Nokia 1030 battery? The manufacturer used a 2000 milliamp per hour battery in this gadget. Chemical composition type: lithium-ion. Let's consider its capabilities.

Standby mode - 720 hours.
Duration of conversation - 13-16 hours.
When using Wi-Fi - 6 hours.
Music player mode - 37 hours.

These characteristics allow the user to expect up to two days of work on a single charge. A significant drawback is the lack of energy saving settings, so it would be worth purchasing a portable battery (Power Bank). You can charge your phone either with a charger from the mains or with a USB cable.

Operational problems: common faults

If Nokia 1030 does not turn on, there is no need to rush to the service center. The first step is to check the condition of the battery. If it is discharged, you will need to connect it to the network and wait a few minutes. After this, it is recommended to hold down the power button for 5-10 seconds. If the phone does not show signs of life, then you will need the help of a specialist. There are actually a lot of reasons for such a breakdown. It can be caused by software failures, getting the device wet, a voltage drop during charging, or careless handling.
If the phone no longer sees the SIM card, then you will need to first rule out problems associated with it. To do this, you need to take another device and insert the card into it. If everything works fine there, then the reason is in the device. In this situation, it is recommended to immediately contact the service center, since you will not be able to fix the breakdown yourself. Our technicians will diagnose and find the problem. If you need to replace any parts, they will do the job without delay. For example, the Nokia 1030 XL Dual Sim motherboard will cost approximately 1,000 rubles, but one must take into account that spare parts are often installed not new, but used, but the owner is warned about this.
If the user cannot send messages from the phone, then the first thing to do is check the short message center number. You can find it out from your cellular network operator. If everything is entered correctly here, then the problems may be in the software. Most often, such a malfunction requires changing the phone's firmware.

Conclusion

So, the Nokia XL Dual Sim RM-1030 review has come to an end. In conclusion, the phone doesn't really justify the price of approximately $200. Most likely, only connoisseurs of the brand will like it. Currently, budget smartphones from other manufacturers are much more functional and even more powerful, so the choice is yours.

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