OVERVIEW: Chuwi Hi10 Plus - tablet convertible running Windows 10 and Remix OS

The dream of creating a universal device that would combine the best features of laptops and tablets, there was quite a long time. Ideally, such a gadget should be compact enough that it can be used in any environment, and have a processing power that it was enough for most everyday tasks. Run both conditions more recently it was simply impossible. And only now technology has reached such a level that the production of such gadgets has become a reality.

Company Chuwi It is working in this field for about 10 years and progressed beyond many competitors. Anyway, this company produced transformers sold quite briskly around the world, including ours. This is explained by a humane price policy, as well as good quality and worthy of specification products. Here at last, let's examine in more detail.

Specifications

Chuwi Hi10 Plus It is an improved version of the previous tablet company called Chuwi Vi10 Plus. From the outside it differs only by the presence of the precursor metal body. The most important changes are hidden inside. The new model has twice the RAM and internal memory - 4 GB and 64 respectively, which, given the presence of a full version of Windows 10, can only please.

Looking ahead, I want to note that this configuration is easily cope with all the daily challenges faced by the user. You will not feel any discomfort while web surfing, listening to music, working with office applications and viewing HD-video even in the event that will combine all of these classes.

Packaging equipment

Chuwi Hi10 Plus supplied in neat box of cardboard, which is depicted on the lid company logo, and on the sidewalls - the name, serial number and main characteristics device. The box itself is based on a special tablet cardboard stand, located in the battery compartment side device and USB Type-C → USB 2.0 cable that is suitable for charging and connecting to the gadget computer.

By the above-described complete set of delivery, you can purchase additional accessories: a keyboard and stylus. The keyboard is, in my view, is a necessary complement to the Chuwi Hi10 Plus, because without it he loses transformer properties and turning into a regular tablet, albeit with two operating systems.

The keyboard is combined with a cover. The plate is attached to it by a magnetic mount and is held firmly enough. There is a possibility Chuwi Hi10 Plus fixation in a comfortable position to work at the table, so that it becomes almost indistinguishable from the laptop.

The bag is made from velvet material, which collects dust, so clean it needed quite often. But it is perfectly protects the gadget from abrasions, scratches and other hazards. In the closed position, you can safely put Chuwi Hi10 Plus in a bag or backpack without fear, that it might have something happen. An ideal choice for always hurrying business people and students!

The stylus is needed, of course, not all. I have to say that his work is unlikely to suit professional artists, designers and representatives of other creative professions. The accuracy of the lines made with a stylus, leaves much to be desired, moreover, there is no recognition of pressing force. On the other hand, using it is quite convenient to take handwritten notes, drafts, notes on the screenshots, and so on. Therefore, if you have the opportunity, I recommend to try this accessory in action.

Appearance

The plate was enclosed in a housing made of very pleasant to touch silvery-gray metal. On the front surface of the manufacturer pasted film, which I do not recommend shooting. framed display rather thick black frames, the front is also eye front camera and press the "Home" with the Windows logo.

On the left side face of the concentrated all connectors on top is a metal power button and volume rocker. Located below mounting and connector for the keyboard. Assembly leave a pleasant impression: no extraneous slots backlash, rattling or creaking. The only remark concerns the poor speaker placement. When used in tablet mode they almost always will be closed palms, which, of course, distorts the sound.

Screen

tablet display has a diagonal of 10.8 inches and a somewhat unusual aspect ratio (3: 2), which, however, is well suited for watching widescreen movies. In Chuwi Hi10 Plus matrix is ​​used, produced at an inexpensive IPS-technology, which, however, does not affect the picture. The image on the screen looks great, with no matter what operating system you are using.

Correct color reproduction, viewing angle is good - nothing to complain about. A stock of brightness so that the room has to all controls to zero twist. But on the street, you can use the device, even in bright sunlight without any problems.

Sound

More when you first turn on your tablet, I noticed that the sound of Chuwi Hi10 Plus some kind of unusual. It turned out that the device supports stereo and, thanks to two high-quality speakers spaced at different side faces, it really works. Of course, we should not expect from miniature speakers tablet of some supernatural sound, but it is perhaps the best sound I've heard from a mobile device. In headphones, especially high-quality, the sound is even better.

Performance

Appearance and quality assembly - it is certainly a very important characteristic, but not major. Gadget ability to perform its obligations in the first place depends on the performance. Especially in this case, when Chuwi Hi10 Plus aspires to the role not only of the tablet, but also a mini-laptop.

As I wrote above, the tablet uses Intel Z8300 processor (in new versions - Intel Z8350), which operates at a frequency of 1,44-1,84 GHz and contains four cores on Cherry Trail platform. The power of this processor is much lower than even the most inexpensive copies of the Core series, but it is less heated and allows the gadget to work longer on battery power. It easily copes with any application for Android and Windows and allows you to perform the work that you previously could do only on a computer.

Integrated HD Graphics graphics card is clocked at 500 MHz. You will not have problems with the games for Android even if expose the highest quality settings. But as for Windows, you here is not so smooth. Comfortable playing the latest computer games on this gland does not work, so I have to limit your choice of oldies, or specially adapted tablet version of Windows Store.

It is important that Chuwi Hi10 Plus has sufficient RAM. Available four gigabytes is enough for a smooth and comfortable work on Windows 10 even when running demanding software resources. As for Android, there is even nothing to talk about - everything just flies.

To summarize this section, I want to emphasize once again that when buying Chuwi Hi10 Plus must be clearly understood that this is still not productive desktop and not a gaming notebook. Yes, it easily enables you to work in office applications, but roll with giant spreadsheets and databases can hardly. Yes, you can run on Chuwi Hi10 Plus any editing, but an attempt to treat the right set of RAW-files will cause a bout of deep thought. Yes, it is possible to play modern PC games, but not all and not always at the highest graphics settings.

Keep this in mind so you do not be disappointed.

autonomy

In Chuwi Hi10 Plus used battery capacity of 8400 mAh, and it is quite a high value for the tablet. But not for nothing that this gadget is trying to simultaneously execute more and the role of the laptop?

According to the manufacturer, this should be enough for 4-6 hours when used for the tablet is not too heavy task: to surf the Web, listening to music, reading. Oddly enough, but I'm at the end of nearly two weeks of using this gadget had the impression that this estimate is somewhat understated. I almost always have enough battery for 6-7 hours of quiet use (internet, music, reading). And the Windows operating system has shown itself in terms of energy savings are even better than Android.

operating system

Having two operating systems - is another highlight Chuwi Hi10 Plus. You can choose the environment in which you work, based on their tastes or production needs. Or you can combine all the benefits of Windows and Android, easily switching between them.

As you've probably noticed, on Chuwi Hi10 Plus has a modified version of Android called Remix OS. It consists of a specially adapted for use on laptops and Android has much in common with Windows. There is exactly the same Taskbar with buttons running applications, similar to the main menu, desktop shortcuts to programs and even the notification bar is almost the same as in the "top ten". Since more detailed overview of the features of this operating system will lead to the transformation of this review to the whole affair, we decided to release it in a separate article soon. In the meantime, feast your eyes on this creation of human hands in the screenshots.

In Windows 10, this operating system requires the use of two modes: normal and tablet. Normal all familiar and no different from what you see every day on their desktop or laptop. While the standard Windows applications are not adapted to control the fingers, is still at work no problem with them. Dimensions Chuwi Hi10 Plus screen make it easy to get even the smallest buttons and interface elements. Especially in the setting of the system can easily be expanded to a comfortable size to you.

But Tablet Windows 10 was for me the discovery mode. I've never thought that it's so easy to use and laid out. Large selection of versatile applications, a real multi-tasking, a smooth, seamless switching between windows, data synchronization with a PC, a huge number of options - it all really impressive. So impressive that many owners Chuwi Hi10 Plus generally remove Android and Windows 10 are left as the main and only operating system.

Output

Every time my testing falls another device, I ask myself the question: "What is this gadget? Who will use it? "

In the case of Chuwi Hi10 Plus answer do not need to search long. This tablet will find a place in the student's bag, which can be solved with the help of any learning objectives, and in between more and play. This transformer may like business people, who often have to work away from the office: on business trips, on the road or even on vacation. And, of course, interested in this model of computer geeks who do not want to lock into a single operating system.

Below I have compiled a short list of the main pros and cons Chuwi Hi10 Plus, to which you should pay attention to make a final decision on purchase this gadget.

The author expresses his gratitude to the company Chuwi for providing the test sample.