Tuesday, October 22, 2013

Nexus July 2013: Analysis and user experience - The Android Free

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2012 Google slapped the table in the field of tablets. At that time the idea was taking hold of 7-inch tablets. Since we had some time with the Kindle Fire in the market and it seemed that this would make a standard: the tablets of less than 10 inches were small in size and features and, except for those produced by bookstores, priced somewhat high .

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2012 marked the 200 € price barrier for tablets “minor”. Given its characteristics and it came from the hand of Google, it was difficult for other companies to sell their products at a higher price if it was with better features.
Gradually prices have adjusted to those prices (usually sacrificing features in the process) or taking tablets with other features (whether justified or not is another issue price) as the Note 8.0.
So when rumors started of the new Nexus 7 had two questions in mind:

    1. would continue with the same line price?
    2. would continue with the same line of quality?

    The short answers are yes and yes: tablet you are at the best price / quality ratio and probably the best 7-inch tablet market , in most characteristics. The answer (a little more) long is this article.


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    First of all, let’s talk about the numbers on the Nexus July 2013 (N7):

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    The tablet is, in all respects, better than the original . Not only is 50g lighter, thinner and also gives a feeling finishing well above . The tablet is completely black, design, shared with the rumored Nexus 5 which implies the intention of Google to unify the image of Nexus. In addition, the edges have been smoothed and the tips have become more rounded, improving manageability.

    The rear design has been a change for the better. The back is plastic as its predecessor, but in a very good finish good grip, non-marking and is comfortable to hold . One can not take the tablet and avoid thinking “So much it would cost to others ( Samsung ahem ahem ) to a plastic like this?”

    The Original N7 received some criticism for the sacrifices made to cut costs. One of the most talked about and controversial was the rear camera. Controversial because half believes it is ridiculous on a tablet and the other half would not cost pornerla. Asus has fixed the “bug” and put a 5MP camera, no flash, for whoever wants it . Other changes are stereo speakers, reducing screen edges and wireless charging.

    Of course, the tablet comes with the latest version of Android without any “added” Asus , the style of the Nexus. Since the latest version improvements were mostly internal, not go into details about the OS.

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    Just as the original N7 was above HD (720p), the new version length exceeds the call FullHD (1080p) . The difference in resolutions can be checked by putting them next to each other, when we ffin and after 220 ppi to 320, of but not a huge difference: if the original N7 looked good, the new looks amazingly good. It is worth commenting that we get probably the ideal resolution for a tablet of this size since the pixel density is 323 ppi achieved and increased pixel from here would be a battery unnecessary punishment.

    has also greatly increased the screen brightness and reduced reflexes. All combined makes a screen that responds perfectly and sharply and clearly read anywhere, outside or inside. It is possible that without fingers catch us, you can claim to be the best screen less than 10 inches from the market .

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    I think this is where I complained that the rear speakers are a thing of the past, to put them forward as the HTC One or the Galaxy Note 10.1 is the future … It will not be. The speakers are back, yes, but are placed in the curve of the tablet . That means that by leaving it on the table or have it two-handed landscape (in a relaxed position) not only do not turn off the sound, but extended it.

    This is a point of pure brilliance and hard as most are going in the direction of putting speakers on the edges to cost to have sound on one side and require power to sound audible. A simple, elegant and efficient . Hats off to the union-Asus Google.

    Offices to be protectionist there are several details to improve. One of them is the position of the jack at the top may not be the most suitable for a tablet. The reason is simple: when using headphones: If you are in a horizontal position, the hand position is conditioned us, while if it is vertical cable headphones we like on the screen. It would be smarter to place it on the side, high enough so that the cable does not hinder us.

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    and allow those who use it for tourism or photos of ” normal “. Still, the camera is there, so it’s only fair to give you a sample of the images.

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    This photo contains a clue to the next review:-P

    As you can see I’m not the only one who believes that rear camera is for very specific moments since it seems that Asus has been careful not her. To start autofocus is not too fast, wait a second or two for the picture to get it right. Also, as you can see from the pictures, is very sensitive to light and photos seconds apart can go very disparate. The results are acceptable, but they have a point of comparison with that of a cell, even midrange. In addition, the camera is placed in a corner, rather than in the center, which is more difficult to aim.

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    As you know the back has been modified in several points: texture, camera, edges, speakers … The texture of the new N7 does not slip or fall marked traces. Besides unifying Nexus designs (since the Nexus 5 seems to follow the same lines) gives a more elaborate appearance without raising the price of materials such as glass or aluminum. As for the camera, though (for some) is appreciated the location is not the best possible.

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    other hand we have the weight of the tablet. Other than using a stand, the tablets are held when they are used, not left at ease. This implies that both the weight and the center of gravity should help that can be operated for long periods. In the case of the N7 300g is an amount that allows us to carry with one hand without too much exhaustion . The center of gravity of the tablet is in the center, which reduces the chances of slipping and strength have to do with your fingers to grip.

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    The Original N7 amply fulfilled. In some models the efficiency decreased with time, however, in general, everyone was happy. But that makes a lot and many processors have come since. new N7 carries a Snapdragon S4 Pro is not art, but it is more than enough. The fact is that the race for the most powerful processor is reaching absurd points, so it seems the ideal where Asus has trimmed a bit: put an advanced model, though not the last, can reduce costs considerably.

    said, the new processor and 2GB of RAM has no problem to face, both as Carmaggedon games, Shadowrun or GTA III as HD movies.

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    nexus7-drums If I sound with his hat, with the battery could eat it . The tested model was the only Wi-Fi, which, like most tablets, it was a long time without use asset and then moments of intense use . Many resent batteries always be connected to Wi-Fi and by the time we use them, we need to connect again. It is frustrating and off the Wi-Fi is not the best option given the barrage of notifications that can happen when we get on. Without further ado I give you an example of how the new N7 behaves in this situation.

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    Without words, this is how I was I when hour after hour when, to take the tablet looked like the battery was almost equal. Will not know the behavior when using LTE, but the rest should be a similar consumption. In this topic, this is the behavior we want in a tablet, especially if it is for use when we got home and do not want to worry about charging it for days.


    Summary

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    If you are considering a tablet less than 10 inches high range, unless that you need a particular item as the S-Pen or is submersible not bother to look around . Some are cheaper, in fact you can find tablets 100 €. Honestly, if you can, stretch your pocket a bit, either by resolution, brightness, screen, sound or be Nexus, is worth it.

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