Amazing screen. For a person who changes phones every 3 years, seeing this in 2016 was almost a revelation. Even in 2019, such a screen is quite quoted. - Big time battery life. All three years I could easily hold out from 2 to 3 days, if I didn’t sit in it without a break and didn’t load it with a lot of background work. If you load it - a fitness bracelet, navigation, music, constant conversations and communication on the network and instant messengers - by the evening I brought home 30-40% of the charge.
The screen is very good, speed, good sound, metal case, convenient buttons, etc. The battery is really alive, comparable to Sams Note 2, but that one is definitely weaker, although it is quite tenacious.
Price and quality. One and a half or two years of use, no problems. Doesn't age like other phones. Successful build. Performance, battery charge, screen, memory, pictures, case, etc. just super.
Battery, screen, fast enough, turned out to be very tenacious
Great look, good fit. The Flyme interface is much more convenient than the traditional Android - you immediately feel that serious people have worked hard, and not "pimply youths" have made a blunder. Ease of software updates and the ability to "roll back" to earlier versions without problems. Decent communication module, clear sound in conversational dynamics. Indoors, GPS picks up satellites better than a Garmin navigator! You can fully use the device WITHOUT linking to a Google account, which significantly extends the battery life (I use a Meizu account). I install all programs from the Chinese App Store.
Price, build quality, big screen, battery.
I took a global from China in July 2016, it still plows without problems - 2nd batch, a back cover with a purple tint, a camera module from samsung - The latest firmware arrived 6.2. once a week) - I didn’t lose when I took 3 gigabytes of RAM, it would have been hard with a kopeck piece - At the same time, friends took a couple of m3s - for a year they fell into dust, the buttons fell off, the screens floated, slowed down and buggy)
A year ago
Design (simple, clear and no frills) -multifunctional button, and one -aluminum case -stuffing -strength -Flyme system (very nice look) -good battery
A year ago
Communication does not lose - Performance for your money will go, for simple games
It all started with a firmware curve: after the first start or reset, when downloading applications, everything rested on a certain traffic limit, although the Internet continued to work. It was simply impossible to turn it off - it was necessary to dance with a tambourine and reset the settings of the bootloader service, which still needed to be found, not without the help of w3bsit3-dns.com. - After some time, the contacts and SMS applications began to terribly slow down - the list of contacts was simply not displayed. With the help of w3bsit3-dns.com, I found a solution in the form of resetting the data and cache of the contact service. - A year and a half after the purchase, the "back" touch button failed - the touch did not work and the fingerprint was not detected. Until the very "death" of the phone, he got out of the situation using the on-screen SmartTouch button, which is not very convenient. - Then about the same glitches with the battery began
Apple design, no camera, front camera is even better, this stupid fashion to combine a memory card slot and a SIM card. Over time, the fingerprint scanner began to dull.
There are no disadvantages.
The camera is not perfect, the flashlight was constantly turned on, you didn’t notice it in time and it decently ate the charge, after a few years of use it stopped charging
1. The camera software completely kills the detail! You can only shoot portraits, everything is so "licked", but for photos I use a camera, so this drawback is not important for me. 2. There is no way to turn off the lock screen by native means. You have to constantly swipe up on the screen with your finger. In most of my previous phones, you could immediately access the desktop with a simple press of the power button. 3. For six months of operation, Simka "fell off" 5 times. Communication was restored only by rebooting the phone.
The camera is terrible, a 2.5d screen on which glass or film cannot be glued normally.
Didn't find
Yes, I love dancing with tambourines, I know how, I know, I practice - a quick discharge, notifications did not come, Google services were allowed through once - I set up something myself, something was cured with updates - Dimensions are straining - a sapper shovel, something by 5.5 inches, Yes, with a width of 70 and a height of 140mm - it would be the most - The speaker is lousy, and the sound in the headphones is not so hot - The Usb port has loosened up in a couple of years - you have to play around with the cable before charging
A year ago
Camera (it could have been better, but not the same as on the M1 and M2. Sometimes it captures a frame well: saturated and good, but sometimes very mediocre) -speaker (the sound is not very good. However, I use headphones, so the rating was not affected ) - the case is slightly bent (you can see it if you look closely) - the button is located a little crooked (again, you can see it only if you look closely)
A year ago
After 3 months, the screen lost brightness, as if it had been reduced to a minimum. Replacing the entire module did not solve the problem. - Contacts periodically disappear from the contact list. You open it, it's empty. After 5 minutes of waiting appear. They say that on this shell, the contact book somehow conflicts with whatsapp and viber. Reinstalling apps helps, but not for long. - After about 4 months, the main home button stopped working, and neither the fingerprint scanner nor the quick touch to go back to some menu does not work. Only hard pressing works to minimize all applications. - The camera is terrible. It opens for about 5 seconds, the photo is all in the noise, well, it actually was like that out of the box, so there was no surprise. The front end is even worse. - Periodically spontaneously returns to the previous menu or
Relatively recently, we introduced you to the flagship that made a lot of noise - a smartphone. It's the turn to wash the bones of another troublemaker of the Chinese company - Meizu M3 Note. This is already the third smartphone of the popular line with a set of characteristics typical for the middle segment, reasonable price, high-quality assembly and decent case materials. Did the subject of the review fail his relatives? Let's figure it out.
It has already become a tradition for Meizu to imitate the design of “one American company” smartphones, but this time Chinese artisans decided to expand the geography of copying. Therefore, it is very reminiscent of the front side, and if you look at the back, the features of a countryman are striking.
In addition to the 5.5-inch display, on the front panel of the Meizu smartphone there is a speaker, windows of the front camera and sensors, a notification indicator, bordered by a metal chamfer and slightly recessed into the surface of the front panel, a hardware-touch key with a built-in fingerprint scanner mTouch 2.1.
There are no complaints about the operation of the sensor, it copes with its task perfectly, it can recognize the owner's fingerprints to unlock the screen and restrict access to applications. The role of the key does not end there. Normal pressing allows you to unlock the screen, minimize the running application, return to the desktop, in this case it acts as a Home button. Thanks to the additional touch layer, it can also be used as a back key by lightly touching its surface. This functionality will be appreciated by users of Apple smartphones with a small screen size, where you often have to miss the navigation elements in the interface.
On the right, there are two large mechanical keys, they protrude noticeably beyond the body and have a distinct course. Claims may arise from those who are used to the left-sided placement of the volume control, the inability to quickly adjust the signal level during a conversation will be a little annoying. The headphone jack is on the top end, next to it is a hole for an additional microphone. Below are symmetrical speaker and microphone grilles, a microUSB connector, a microphone and a couple of screws that do not disturb the harmony. The tray for two NanoSIM cards (or a NanoSIM card and a memory card) was integrated into the left sidewall.
The design of the rear panel is streamlined, it may seem that it is made entirely of aluminum, but it is not. In the upper and lower parts of the case there are two plastic inserts for the correct operation of the antennas. They are made to match the color of the metal, they accurately convey even a matte texture, only the absence of a chill when touched, typical of metal surfaces, betrays the disguise. The rest, most of the body is made of aluminum alloy.
On the top of the back is a slightly protruding camera module with LED flash and the manufacturer's logo.
Case dimensions are 153.6 x 75.5 x 8.2 mm, weight is 163 g. The device fits comfortably in the hand and does not feel thick, which pleases considering the 4100 mAh battery. This is the case when it will not be superfluous to praise the manufacturer for quality work, the smartphone looks expensive. Color options are classic, like the flagships - silver and gold with a front panel white color and dark gray with a black front panel.
Display
Like its predecessor, the device uses a 5.5-inch screen with a resolution of 1920 x 1080 pixels. The smartphone boasts a high-quality IPS-matrix using full lamination technology (without an air gap) and T2X-1 protective glass.
The presence of a slight rounding along the edge of the display glass adds points to the guest's view, and it's not just about aesthetics, smooth edges provide a comfortable glide for fingers during operation, for example, when reading books. And just tactilely feel the smartphone, holding it in the palm of your hand, very nice. Those who were previously deprived of this option will appreciate it. The device supports MiraVision 2.0 technology, which is designed to improve image quality and save energy.
According to the results of our measurements, the brightness varies from 3.7 to 339 cd / m², which is significantly different from the declared official data, where the maximum brightness is declared at 450 cd / m². The values of the contrast level are also not close, we have 1:525, and in the specifications 1:1000. Let me remind you that we tested a pre-sale sample and there is a small hope that everything will be pulled up.
If you do not pay attention to the numbers, the screen looks good. It has minimal frames, special thanks for this, normal viewing angles and color reproduction. The reserve of brightness is enough for comfortable use of the smartphone on a sunny day, there is an automatic adjustment of the backlight level. She lacks smoothness in work, transitions between states are carried out abruptly. We note the excellent quality of the oleophobic coating - you don’t have to make efforts to erase prints. The screen settings do not shine with variety, but they make it possible to change the color temperature for yourself by setting the value using the slider.
Operating system and shell
Smartphone works on Android based 5.1 with proprietary interface Flyme OS 5.1.3.0G. In our case, the shell was not the final version, this was evidenced by uninstalled Google services, sync issues, and the Calendar app not working. Most likely, you will not find these shortcomings in samples for sale, but after purchase, it will be useful to carefully check the operation of the shell. There were no questions about the speed of work and the smoothness of the interface.
The shell does not have a separate application menu, the main user's workspace is the desktop, where application icons and widgets are located. At the bottom of the desktop is a dock that holds up to four shortcuts or folders.
The desktop settings management menu is called up with a pinch gesture or a long tap on any free area of the screen. It consists of three items: Arrange, Wallpaper and Widgets. The first one makes it easier to move and sort application shortcuts, the second one allows you to change the desktop wallpaper, the third one allows you to add pre-installed or third-party widgets to your desktop.
The multitasking menu is called up with a swipe from the bottom edge of the screen. The shell has a notification curtain, which is combined with the switch panel, it is pulled out with the traditional gesture - swipe down from the top edge of the screen. The Settings application can be accessed by clicking the icon on the desktop or in the notification shade.
All smartphone settings are divided into 17 groups. Most of the settings sections and items are the same as those in native Android - it will not be difficult to figure it out.
I would like to dwell in more detail on some built-in applications. For example, the gallery has a lot of settings for editing photos. It's not Photoshop Lightroom or Snapseed, but it will satisfy the general public and additional programs you don't have to set.
The Security application comprehensively checks the system and performs optimization. Here you can clear the RAM and disk memory, control the use of mobile internet, enable anti-virus protection, configure power modes and much more.
It is impossible to ignore the rather functional file manager Explorer and the Useful complex, which contains a large number of applications corresponding to the name of the shortcut.
Multimedia
According to statistics, about 60% of users listen to music daily on their smartphones and more than half of all users regularly use the speakerphone feature. These tasks require high-quality processing and sound output, and users want the same. What can Meizu M3 Note offer them?
The smartphone provides good performance when outputting sound to headphones. In particular, the declared signal-to-noise ratio is 110 dB, and the coefficient of non-linear distortion is 95 dB. Not every smartphone has such parameters.
The external speaker is loud, but the sound quality does not stand out, and yes, there is only one, the second grille is for beauty. Video encoding and decoding capabilities have not changed, it supports decoding H.264 and H.265 video formats in 1080p resolution at 30 FPS, as well as encoding in H.264 with the same characteristics. There are no problems with Full HD video playback, the platform does not support 4K, but it loses without significant artifacts with a slight slowdown.
Hardware platform and autonomy
Meizu M3 Note is built on MediaTek Helio P10 (MT6755M) processor, it automatically adjusts the frequency of CPU and GPU to reduce power consumption while maintaining maximum performance sufficient for current tasks. 8 Cortex-A53 cores ensure smooth interface operation, as well as performance of resource-intensive tasks, such as 3D games. The Mali-T860 graphics accelerator is responsible for displaying the optimal picture on the smartphone display.
GPS is working fine with wireless networks also all right. Communication modules include support for LTE networks, Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n, Bluetooth 4.0 with BLE (Bluetooth low energy) technology. An infrared port with NFC would not interfere, but they are not in the smartphone.
The amount of RAM in the tested device is 2 GB, but there are versions for 3 GB. On sale there will be options with 16 GB or 32 GB of internal memory, it is possible, as already noted, to install MicroSD instead of one of the NanoSIM cards, thereby expanding the storage capabilities.
One of the main features of the Meizu M3 Note is a 4100 mAh battery. This could not but affect the autonomy, we can safely expect two full days of the device in active mode. If you don’t want to load your smartphone once again and have a desire to save battery power, you can use the power management settings, then you can squeeze out three days of work from your smartphone.
cameras
The main camera is 13-megapixel and is equipped with a dual-tone flash, phase detection autofocus, a 5-element lens with an aperture value of f / 2.2. We will not dwell on the interface in detail, there are plenty of settings, we only note that there are manual settings in the photo mode, and this is already a lot.
With specifications, everything is fine, but what about in practice? After all, we remember that users of past generations of smartphones in the line did not particularly praise the capabilities of the camera. Alas, the miracle did not happen and photographic abilities remained a weak point.
Pictures can not compete with the iPhone 5 (namely 5, not 5s). For comparative test Apple's smartphone was taken not by chance, its status of "people's" contributed to the choice, which means that many are familiar with the quality of the pictures taken on it. In addition, the camera module of the iPhone 5 can hardly be called modern, and this to some extent balances the odds when compared. The test was carried out in automatic mode. Looking closely, we see that Meizu loses in dynamic range, detail, color reproduction.
The maximum video size in which the camera shoots is 1080p, there is a slow motion mode, but its quality leaves much to be desired.
The front camera module is 5-megapixel, it copes well with its tasks and can trump with fast optics with an aperture value of f / 2.0, as well as support for Face After Effects and FotoNation technology to improve the quality of selfies.
Pros: Case materials and assembly, operating time, sufficiently productive and energy-efficient platform, presence of a fingerprint scanner, priceMinuses: Weak photographic ability, secondary design
Conclusion: Meizu M3 Note is a phablet that combines the price of the budget segment and some of the characteristics of top solutions. I was pleased with the autonomy - this is one of the few "decently dressed" smartphones, leaving the house with which you will not worry about a forgotten charge. The materials and build quality are highly commendable, the smartphone is tactilely very pleasantly perceived, you don’t want to let go of it. Meizu, unlike its Chinese competitors, are delivered to Ukraine officially, perhaps this slightly increases the cost, but the availability of warranty and service support for devices from China is important. The borrowed design and quality of the main camera are a little disappointing, but in general, the hero of the review can be safely called one of the best offers to date in its price segment.
M3 Note is hard to say that it is made by a Chinese company. Surprisingly, this model, according to buyers, is considered the undisputed winner in the budget line. Her stylish design and convenience during operation brought the gadget to the forefront. It is worth noting: even experts believe that the price and quality are optimally correlated in the model.
The direct competitor of the device from Meizu is the Xiaomi Redmi Note 3. It is also equipped with a large touch screen. Many position these devices as the most expensive. However, Meizu is in the lead due to the wide functionality and branded "chips", which include, for example, an operating system of its own design, a hardware button and other points.
The popularity of this device adds a nice price. The price of the device varies within 150 dollars. In reviews, users often say that after getting acquainted with the characteristics of the gadget, there is a feeling of underestimation. So let's check the accuracy of this statement.
Appearance
The Meizu M3 Note phone, frankly, is very similar to the iPhone 6. Buyers are not surprised at this for a long time, since this company is an imitator of "apple" products. However, it is worth noting that she also releases gadgets quite High Quality. There were reviews on the network that many users preferred Meizu, although they had the opportunity to purchase a device from Apple.
At first glance, the case creates a feeling of reliability. This is easily explained, since a special plastic is used for it. Plastic is also present, but it is used with small inserts from the bottom and top. This is due to the fact that the metal is able to interfere with the operation of antennas. As for the color, they are slightly different from the metal surface, literally by half a tone. However, this cannot be considered a critical drawback, since it is not striking. But if, nevertheless, someone has discomfort, then you can always purchase a cover for the Meizu M3 Note, which will hide the plastic inserts. In addition to the aesthetic value, it will perfectly cope with the protective functions. Everyone is well aware that the phone in the case is less subject to mechanical stress, so that it retains its original appearance for a long time.
Ergonomics is an important criterion that people pay attention to when choosing a smartphone. This is especially important for those devices that have quite big sizes. Considering that the M3 Note is equipped with a 5.5-inch display, you should not dream of compact dimensions. Its physical dimensions are 153.6 × 75.5 × 8.2 mm. Weight can be attributed to the average. The device without a case will tighten up to 163 g. However, surprisingly, this does not affect the ease of use at all. Even with solid size The phone lies very well in the hand, practically does not slip. Also, the well-chosen ergonomics are indicated by the streamlined edges of the case. The rounded corners of the M3 Note add a touch of elegance. While touching the body, pleasant sensations arise. The coating of the back cover is non-marking, so you should not worry that fingerprints will constantly accumulate on it.
The line includes three color solutions: stylish gold (Gold), delicate silver (Silver), masculine dark gray (Space Grey). AT light options the front panel is decorated in white, and in dark - in black.
Controls and connectors
Phone Meizu M3 Note is equipped with all the necessary interfaces. The microUSB connector is located on the bottom end exactly in the center. Here, however, with a shift to the right, you can see a hole for a stereo speaker. Closer to the left side is a spoken microphone. The mini-jack connector is on the opposite end. According to users, this solution is the most successful, since nothing prevents you from listening to music when you connect the headphones.
Mechanical control keys are located only on the right side face. Here, in principle, everything is quite typical, as for any smartphone. The manufacturer brought out a convenient lock button, and a little higher than its volume rocker. The left side face served as a place for installing a special tray. It is used for nano SIM cards and external microSD media. The device perfectly catches 4G. However, it should be borne in mind that support for new generation networks can only be selected for one slot, while the second one will work in the 2G standard.
The most beautiful side of the phone is the front panel. It is important to pay attention to the fact that you can purchase a case for Meizu M3 Note that will not hide it. In addition to a beautiful large screen, there is a proximity sensor, light sensor, front camera and a notification indicator. Next to these elements is a conversational speaker. Under the screen, the user will see a multifunctional control panel. It has a special key, which is both touch and mechanical at the same time. "Why is it so difficult?" - you ask. Because it is in this button that a scanner is installed that reads the fingerprint.
On the back side there are functional elements arranged according to the standard scheme. There is a two-position LED-type flash, the main camera lens, which is located in the center. The manufacturer also presented its stylized logo on the back cover. The indisputable advantage is that the camera lens is somewhat recessed into the body, so if you use a case, it will not scratch on a hard surface.
A few words about the screen
As mentioned above, the Meizu M3 Note phone is equipped with a large touch screen. Its size is 5.5 inches. The manufacturer did not save on the manufacture of the display. The user will enjoy the LTPS matrix. The maximum screen capabilities allow you to display the picture in Full HD quality. By the way, let's pay attention to one point: this type of matrix is most often used in more expensive gadgets. That is why they are considered high-tech.
In order to understand how high-quality this display is, you need to refer to customer reviews. In them you can find information that the brightness level allows you to comfortably interact with the device both in complete darkness and in the bright sun. The setting is carried out automatically. There are no comments to her, since she works instantly. In this criterion, the M3 Note model can compete with high-end branded smartphones. Impress the user and viewing angles. They are as wide as possible, almost close to 180 degrees. With a strong tilt, the contrast level changes very little.
The sensor is also an advantage. It has a clear and fast response. Responds even to pressing in fabric gloves. Users who type a lot of texts or play modern games will benefit from the multi-touch option. This model supports up to 10 touches.
In order to protect the screen, the manufacturer used Dinotrail glass. Its properties allow you not to worry about the formation of scratches, chips and other damage. Also in this model is used which prevents the accumulation of dirt on the screen and the appearance of glare.
Connection
All users have long been accustomed to the fact that modern mobile devices are a kind of compact computer. However, do not forget that the first purpose is to make calls. Let's take a look at how communication is implemented in Meizu M3 Note. The specifications provided by the manufacturer indicate that the device supports the 4G standard. Currently, this criterion plays an important role for most users. The SIM card is inserted into a special tray. You can combine them in two ways. If the user needs to install an external drive, then he will have to sacrifice one cellular operator card.
As for direct signal reception, this model boasts average performance. However, in defense, we say that almost all modern smartphones work at the same level. During a conversation with the subscriber, the speech sounds legible, there is no interference.
Navigation capabilities in this model are implemented quite well. Many owners use the phone as a compass or navigator.
Camera Specifications
What modern user does not like to be photographed? Manufacturers of digital gadgets have done everything possible to facilitate this process. The M3 Note model has two modules. The first, which is located on the front panel, has a resolution of 5 megapixels. According to users, selfies are of decent quality. Sometimes small gaps and digital noise may appear with improperly selected lighting. You can record movies in 1080p with this camera.
What are the main cameras? It is based on a 13-megapixel matrix. The lens is based on five wide-angle lenses. The photo quality is excellent. The shooting process is facilitated by the presence of a dual-band flash and phase detection autofocus. If you need to edit photos, you can use the application settings. The developer has provided all the necessary parameters in it.
Hardware "stuffing"
The processor did not disappoint in Meizu M3 Note 32Gb. This model is based on the MediaTek brand chipset - Helio P10. The basis used 8 computing modules. They work in pairs: 4 × 4. The clock frequency reaches 1800 MHz in the first case, and 1000 MHz in the second. The only drawback is the Mali trademark graphics accelerator. However, even with this, the level of performance of this smartphone cannot be called weak. The interface is smooth. Modern "heavy" games start quickly. There are no problems even with resource-intensive applications.
Operating system
This phone model runs on Android 5.1. The proprietary Flyme shell version 5.1.3 is installed on top of the operating system. Many buyers really like the interface. Setting up Meizu M3 Note will not cause any difficulties. Application icons are located on desktops. The shutter has practically not changed its appearance in comparison with Flyme 4. The only thing you need to pay attention to is the absence of the usual menu bar. In this model, the developers have replaced it with a "carousel". However, this has its advantages. For example, with one movement, you can clean up all programs.
Memory
Two versions are available for sale to the buyer. "Younger" is equipped with two gigabytes of "OSes" and a storage of 16 GB of internal memory. If the user does not plan to install a memory card, then it is necessary to understand that such a volume for full-fledged work may not be enough. In this case, it is recommended to purchase Meizu M3 Note 32Gb. This version has a high level of performance, as the developers have installed 3 GB of RAM. Storage for downloading applications and other software has a capacity of 32 GB. It is this version that will maximize the use of all the available potential of this device.
Meizu M3 Note: battery
What other criterion is considered important when choosing a smartphone? Of course, the characteristics of the battery. In this matter, the manufacturer did not disappoint buyers. He installed a battery with a capacity of 4100 milliamps per hour. Her resource is enough:
- for 10 hours in video mode;
- for 5 hours spent in games;
- for 18 hours of reading e-books.
Phone Meizu M3 Note in mixed mode is able to function up to 48 hours. This definitely commands respect. However, you need to understand that the more functions will be involved, the more the battery life will be reduced. For example, if you connect to 4G, then a 100 percent charge will last approximately 14 hours.
Consider reviews
The early majority of users were distrustful of products from the Middle Kingdom. After the release of the Meizu and Xiaomi lineup, opinion has changed dramatically. Model M3 Note receives only laudatory reviews. They talk about a great display, excellent camera resolution, high level performance, beautiful, albeit copied, design. The benefits of this gadget are endless. In any case, this device is considered to be of high quality. Even if some kind of breakdown suddenly occurs, the Meizu M3 Note repair will be inexpensive. Spare parts are available in almost all service centers because this model is popular.
The owners did not find any cons. If you really find fault, you can pay attention to a weak graphics accelerator.
Meizu M3 Note phone: price
Finally, let's talk about the cost of this gadget. Given that there are two versions on sale, the prices for them vary. In 2016, a modification with 2 GB of RAM and 16 GB of integrated memory cost about $150. The "older" model could be purchased for about $20 more. Which one to choose from them, each user can decide individually, guided by their needs.
Considering worthy Chinese manufacturers of consumer electronics, such as laptops and phones, Xiaomi is the first company that comes to mind. Probably because it was the first on the Russian market. But there is another vendor from China. Meizu M3 Note 32GB (as well as 16gb models) is one of the best inexpensive smartphones of 2016, the most balanced in terms of features and price of the last five years.
At the beginning of 2017, the company announced the release date of the M5 Note, which received a couple of minor mini updates, so last year's model, along with the dropped price, is now almost the most profitable purchase both on the global market in general and in Russia in particular. And also the most popular topic for discussion on consumer forums.
Of course, before deciding on such a purchase, you should carefully weigh all the pros and cons, advantages and disadvantages, study unbiased reviews in Yandex (Yandex) and, of course, carefully read the description and photos presented in this material.
Let's make a full review of the Meise M3 Note 32gb and see why some Russian publications are already predicting this model to be legendary.
Appearance
Meizu has always had and has its own corporate identity. Even during the release of Meizu M3 Note 32gb (and 16gb), critics often discussed the presence of numerous signs of copying in it. And only now they recognize the beauty and uniqueness of the company's smartphones, even though they have hardly changed with the release of new versions.
The front panel of the smartphone is somewhat reminiscent of the iPhone. Small bezels around the edges of the screen; speaker, camera, sensors on top; hardware button on the bottom. The latter has become a recognizable feature of the company's smartphones, both externally and in terms of its functionality.
2,5 d glass, rounded at the edges. Looks impressively smooth until practical users start gluing a protective glass or film. They physically cannot fit snugly to the edges, which is why long “air stripes” form over the entire area of the smartphone. This is definitely a minus. But since the glass is protected, in favor of aesthetics, you can not use such protection. Moreover, such a 2.5D visually reduces the size.
On the right side of the smartphone is the power button, volume rocker. On the right is a hybrid SIM slot. you can paste or two sims, or oneSIM and othermicroSD to increase the amount of internal memory.
On the top edge there is a headphone jack, on the bottom there is a microSD slot and two symmetrical grilles, behind which a speaker and a microphone are hidden.
The back panel looks especially stylish. She is metallic, except for small plastic inserts at the top and bottom, separated by antennas.
Top center is the camera and dual-tone flash; below is the mini logo of the company.
Device dimensions - 153.6 x 75.5 x 8.3 mm, weight - 163 g.
The colors are standard: silver and gold with a white front panel and dark gray with black. Elegant black (black) will be appreciated by lovers of classic models. And for those who find black too gloomy, glamorous gold and stylish silver (silver) options are intended. The latter, judging by the reviews in Yandex (Yandex) from fans of this model who have already made a purchase, are more focused on the female part of the audience.
The mobile phone looks much more expensive than $150.
Performance Specifications
Meizu M3 Note has a processor MediaTekHelioP10. graphics accelerator Mali-T860. In 2017, these components cannot even be classified as average in terms of performance, however, this should be enough for almost any task, be it games, working with photos, listening to the radio and other functions that, judging by the reviews in Yandex, are usually accepted more to lay not on the phone, but on the laptop.
Complementing this 3 GB RAM (RAM), the user receives a smartphone that is able to hold several resource-intensive programs at once, run complex games: Asphalt 8, Vainglory, Modern Combat 5.
To Antututhe device is getting close to 50000 points.
If you are buying a smartphone exclusively for gaming, then pay attention to more expensive devices with better technical characteristics, at least from the same company. But if you run them only from time to time, M3Note is a great choice even in 2017.
The smartphone has 32gb of internal memory (in 16gb - respectively, 16), which can be supplemented with a microSD card for data storage. But only if you install one SIM card.
Display
The screen on the M3 Note is the best you can get for the money.
Diagonal - 5.5 inches in size,IPS-matrix, screen resolutionFullHD, aspect ratio - 403ppi. These figures are not unambiguous, but it is worth noting that everything is improved programmatically with the help of MiraVision 2.0 technology. You can manually adjust the color temperature. Perhaps this balances all the other shortcomings of the model.
cameras
We continue the discussion by mentioning the technically weakest point of the smartphone. Optical sensors are the most expensive components, so it is not surprising that the manufacturer decided to save on them.
Description on paper promises 13 MP, phase detection autofocus, dual tone flash and aperturef/2.2.
In practice, the smartphone has an unsatisfactory quality of detail, inaccurate color reproduction of photos, even those taken in sunlight. The video is shot in Full HD; Slow motion is supported.
5 MP front camera with software chips to improve the quality of the selfie.
Battery
4100 mAh together with a sufficiently economical chip can guarantee you 2 days at medium load. Even if you use it more like a laptop than a phone, constantly playing games, listening to the radio and watching videos, you should have enough smartphone for the whole daylight hours. With a sparing mode, using energy-saving programs, a cell phone can be saved for a period 3 to 5 days.
Operating system
Meizu M3 Note running Android 5.1 with an add-on from a company called Flyme OS. An update is expected this year.
Herself operating system made in iOS style. There is no separate menu here, installed applications are located on desktops. And at the bottom there is a panel for placing the four most used applications (for example, photo editors, or radio).
The list of recent applications is launched with a swipe from the bottom. After that, you can get rid of both individual processes and completely clear the memory.
Description of some built-in Meizu apps:
- "Gallery" includes editing tools;
- "Security" controls the consumption of internal memory and the load of RAM. Responsible for battery operation modes;
- "Explorer", which has ample opportunities for managing files;
- "Useful" adds unusual for mobile device elements such as compass, level, ruler, magnifier.
You definitely need to watch a video review of this OS in order to understand how convenient it will be for you personally to work with it. After all, even putting a launcher curtain, settings panel, the style of built-in applications cannot be changed.
Rest
Meizu is famous for its tradition of installing separate audio chips in smartphones. The M3 Note doesn't have that, but the sound quality is above average. To a greater extent, this applies to listening through headphones. And the speaker, albeit loud, is not suitable for lovers of high-quality music.
At the beginning of the material, the hardware button of the smartphone was mentioned. It plays such an important role that it even has its own name - mTouch 2.1. Its peculiarity is that the manufacturer was able to lay several functions:
- fingerprint sensor for fingerprint unlock;
- a touch surface, soft pressing of which is responsible for the “back” action;
- the usual button to return to the desktop.
The dimensions of the button make its use comfortable for any user.
NFC is missing.
OTG supported. With it, you can connect mice, flash drives, external hard drives.
Communication characteristics correspond to 2017. Wi-Fi and Bluetooth of the latest generation. Mobile communication - 4G (LTE).
The package includes a smartphone, adapter, USB cable, mini-instruction manual. Headphones, no case.
SAR values (Specific Absorption Rate of Electromagnetic Energy): 0.417 W/kg (head) and 0.893 W/kg (body).
Advantages and disadvantages
Pros:
- appearance;
- choice of colors (black black, gold and silver)
- hardware platform;
- display;
- autonomy;
- sound;
- price.
Minuses:
- cameras;
- hybrid card slot;
- long OS update process.
conclusions
Meizu M3 Note is one of the best budget Android devices recent years which over time will definitely become legendary.
Combining such a beautiful case with technical parameters that are enough to complete 99.9% of tasks, and also setting a similar price tag, Meizu not only helped turn the market around, but also proved that everything is possible.
Based on TSMC HPC+ technology, Heli...
The device works with Nano-SIM cards of all GSM operators.
Aluminum alloy 6000 series. Amazing and unforgettable design.
The Meizu M3 Note smartphone has an excellent design and is manufactured using high-quality components.With an aircraft-grade aluminum-magnesium chassis,...
The device works with Nano-SIM cards of all GSM operators.
Aluminum alloy 6000 series. Amazing and unforgettable design.
The Meizu M3 Note smartphone has an excellent design and is manufactured using high-quality components. Featuring a 6000 series aircraft-grade aluminum-magnesium alloy body, combined with modern technology anodized, Meizu M3 Note offers the owner an unforgettable tactile experience. With an incredible combination of 2.5D glass on the front and an all-metal streamlined body design on the back, the M3 Note is not only stunningly beautiful, but extremely comfortable to use. A completely new design philosophy, respecting the concept of complete symmetry, give appearance devices lightness and elegance.
8-core processor Helio P10. Optimum balance of power and energy consumption.
Based on TSMC HPC+ technology, Helio P10 has the best EER among all other MediaTek processors. The processor automatically adjusts the frequency of the CPU and GPU to reduce power consumption, while maintaining maximum performance sufficient for current tasks. 8 Cortex-A53 cores provide incredibly smooth interface performance, as well as performance of resource-intensive tasks, such as 3D games. The fast 64-bit graphics accelerator Mali-T860 is responsible for displaying the optimal picture on the smartphone display.
4100 mAh battery. Unimaginable autonomy!
Thanks to years of experience in smartphone development, we have managed to make M3 Note 0.5mm thinner than Meizu M2 Note, equipping the smartphone with a battery capacity of 32% larger than its predecessor! Due to the unique combination of the optimized FLYME shell and the energy efficiency of the Helio P10 processor, Meizu M3 Note shows incredible results in terms of battery life from a single charge: up to 2 days of active use, up to 17 hours of video playback without stopping, up to 36 hours of music listening.
10-layer board. Strong as a rock.
Meizu M3 Note uses the flagship 10-layer motherboard design technology to reduce the space occupied by its components and reduce the size of the board, making it as compact as possible. At the same time, such a scheme motherboard resistant to possible damage.
Incredibly fast mTouch 2.1 fingerprint scanner.
The mTouch 2.1 fingerprint scanner with high accuracy and incredible speed, 0.2 seconds, can recognize the owner's fingerprints not only to unlock the screen, but also to restrict access to any applications to third parties.
5.5 Full HD Display. Convenient size, maximum quality.
Meizu M3 Note is equipped with a bright Full HD display with a resolution of 403 dpi. Flyme's unique Assistive Touch technology offers users a whole new interactive screen experience. The smartphone supports MiraVision 2.0 technology. Showcasing bright, vivid images with natural colors, while the M3 Note's display consumes very little power.
Main camera: 13 MP. Phase autofocus.
Meizu M3 Note's 13-megapixel main camera uses Hi-tech to provide best quality photos and videos, including TrueBright ISP for brighter, clearer low-light shots. With instant phase detection autofocus, you can capture still images even of fast-moving subjects. Dual-tone flash lets you take great photos in complete darkness, and thanks to the unique noise reduction technology, photos are clear, sharp and natural.
The manufacturer provides for the installation of a microSD card or a second SIM card in one slot. Simultaneous use of two SIM cards and a microSD card is not possible.
