Chinese smartphone maker, Lenovo, has unveiled a series of devices at the ongoing IFA 2015 in Berlin. Some of the devices include a range of smartphones (Vibe P1, P1m, S1) and Phab tablets.
Lenovo Vibe P1
The Vibe P1 is a 5.5″ smartphone for an always-on world. It has a powerful, fast-charging 5000mAh battery and it runs on Android 5.1 Lollipop. It has a 13MP rear camera and a 5MP front camera. It also sports a full HD IPS display and enhanced audio. The Vibe P1 sports an aluminium frame along with Gorilla Glass 3 for protection
In addition to a physical power saver switch, which instantly extends battery life and OTG (On-The-Go) Charging feature, the VIBE P1 stands out with a 24W quick charge function that can rapidly charge the phone battery.
Supporting slick and fast performance, the VIBE P1 has a 1.5GHz Qualcomm® Snapdragon™ 615 64-bit octa-core processor for users to run multiple apps, surf the web and stream videos all at once. To ensure speedy and an uninterrupted surfing experience, the smartphone’s Wi-Fi Boost provides 5G WiFi support for improved Wi-Fi speed and range. The VIBE P1 can also be paired with a range of smart devices, from headsets to cameras and TVs, utilizing wireless NFC (Near-Field Communication) technology. Meanwhile, an embedded fingerprint scanner on the home button supports black screen unlock and brings about even greater convenience and security to keep the device and user privacy safer than ever before.
The VIBE P1 is available in Platinum, Graphite Grey and Gold (this version is only available in PRC), and P1m is available in Onyx Black and Pearl White.
The VIBE P1 will be available starting early October and VIBE P1m in mid-September in countries where Lenovo smartphones are sold. Pricing starts at $279 (USD) for VIBE P1 and $159 (USD) for VIBE P1m.
Lenovo Vibe P1m
The 5.0″ VIBE P1m features a long-lasting 4000mAh battery with a quick charge function which allows users to get a quick power boost when they are in a hurry.
Lenovo engineered the VIBE P1m to be life proof too with its splash-proof capability via a nano-coating technology. These, coupled with a powerful MediaTek 64-bit quad-core processor, makes the VIBE P1m a truly exceptional value-for-money device.
Lenovo Vibe S1
It is known as the world’s first smartphone with dual selfie cameras. Apart from 13MP rear camera, the Vibe S1 has two front cameras – a primary 8MP camera for the highest-quality selfies, and a secondary 2MP one for depth information to replicate human binocular vision. The two cameras work together for new features like refocusing, background blur, cut-outs and other tools.
Night or lowlight selfies are now possible with the VIBE S1’s front camera BSI sensor that improves the clarity and quality of after-dark selfies. And for the true selfie expert, the experience can never be complete without the VIBE Xtension™ plug-in selfie flash that allows up to 100 picture-perfect selfies on a single charge, at once achieving a more natural color tonality in the selfies taken in lowlight conditions.
The S1 sports a 5.0-inch Full HD IPS LCD display and is powered by a 1.7GHz octa-core 64-bit MediaTek MT6752 CPU, paired with 3GB RAM. It includes an internal storage of 32GB and can be expanded up to 128GB via microSD card. Lenovo VIBE S1 will be available in two attractive color options: Pearl White and Midnight Blue.
The VIBE S1 will be available starting in November in countries where Lenovo smartphones are sold. Pricing for the model starts at $299 (USD)
The Lenovo Phab
This is the introductory model of Lenovo’s PHAB series. It offering a big HD screen at 6.98 inches. In addition to its unrivalled 4250mAh battery life, the device boasts a 360 Voice feature. Its three-microphone solution and dedicated voice processor ensure clean voice input and flawless on-speaker sound.
Adding to its slew of features is 1GB of memory and octa-core Qualcomm processor, ensuring a responsive and smooth-running device. The PHAB is 8.9mm thin, 250g and features a color protective back which is available in Tuxedo Black, Polar White, Aqua Blue or Cherry Red.
The Lenovo Phab Plus
According to Lenovo, the Lenovo PHAB Plus promises to eliminate the dilemma of choosing between costly smartphones with big screens and underwhelming small tablets by offering a sweet-spot 6.8-inch device with best-in-class entertainment, speedy Internet, and all-day battery life.
As a smartphone, the PHAB Plus addresses consumers’ 24/7 connectivity needs with its Dual SIM and 4G LTW fast connectivity, ensuring a reliable and fast connection whether at home or abroad. These features are all built upon an Android™ v5.0 (Lollipop) operating system foundation, providing enhanced performance for seamless networking.
For capturing images and video, the PHAB Plus has 13 MP rear and 5 MP front cameras that ensure crisp images regardless of setting. The Panorama Selfie function and dual-LED flash help users take photos with more natural color and lifelike skin tones, perfect for sharing selfies, while the Low Light settings enable bright pictures to be taken even in dimly lit environments.
The PHAB Plus also excels with its 3,500mAh battery, lending up to 24 hours of talk time and 20 days of standby time, courtesy of a built-in platform that limits the internal temperature of the device.
As an entertainment-focused consumption tablet, the PHAB Plus features a 6.8-inch full HD panel display with a crisp definition of 326ppi. The device’s Qualcomm Snapdragon® 615 octa-core chip with 2GB of memory takes responsive gaming to the next level, ensuring smooth functions and usability, boosting virtual experiences.
