Overview Bluboo D1 - a budget smartphone with two cameras and rugged

issue price

The main feature of this smartphone are not outstanding photographic capabilities, and the price, which at this writing is $ 75. One may wonder: "What sort of camera, he can at least call?"

We would like to reassure immediately: yes, he can. And it does it very well. And also it has a pleasant appearance, strong body, smart fingerprint and good sound. But first things first.

Specifications

One look at the characteristics of the device is enough to understand that developers are trying to save literally at all. MediaTek MTK6580 even at the time of its introduction did not shine performance, and now became openly budget solution. However, Bluboo D1 belongs to this class, so that everything is logical. But in the smart phone has a 2 GB of RAM, which is very important for the smooth operation of the operating system and run many applications.

Packaging and appearance

Bluboo D1 It comes in a simple cardboard box white with a company logo. Inside, there is only the charger cable and smartphone itself.

When you try to turn on you can expect a surprise: the smartphone does not react to long press the power button. It is necessary to remove the back cover (yes, here it is removable!) And remove the protective film from the battery contacts.

Durable metal body - one of the main advantages Bluboo D1. He is good in the hand, almost does not collect fingerprints and generally leaves a feeling of reliability, are not peculiar to the devices in this price range. Power and Volume buttons do not rattle, do not flex or creaks. the screen frame is not too wide, so it looks smart phone is obviously more expensive the money that he asked for.

An interesting feature of the design is Bluboo D1 notification indicator located along the bottom of the housing. He knows how to light up in different colors depending on the event (missed calls, emails, messages) and looks otpadno.

fingerprint Scanner

Fingerprint reader is located on the back of the smartphone, a camera. From its main function - Fingerprint authentication - it copes perfectly well. Unlock your smartphone with it is fast and virtually error-free.

In addition, the developers gave the scanner a few useful features. In the program settings can be activated to be able to answer the telephone call, the shutter camera shutter create screenshot by touching the scanner. You can still control your music, switch between desktops, and perform other useful functions.

Display and Audio

Based on the cost of the device, it is difficult to expect from the display Bluboo D1 any revelations. But scold him not at all. Bright juicy colors, correct white balance, brightness solid stock - according to these characteristics Bluboo D1 does not yield much more expensive devices.

The same goes for the sound. The external speaker is located on the rear panel and produces a loud enough and high-quality sound. Signal a phone call can be heard even when the gadget is in your pocket or bag. But the weak vibration. However, it is widely widespread disease Chinese smartphone.
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Performance

During the testing time of the smartphone it was very interesting how it will feel like a modern version of Android on a budget frankly processor last year.

MT6580 performance coupled with two gigabytes of RAM is enough for smooth and fast operating system and most applications. Yes, in some 3D-toys to play does not work, but in the daily work of the smartphone behaves normally. Surfing the web, chat in chat rooms, music playback, navigation, simple toys do not cause any trouble Bluboo D1.

Camera

According to the idea of ​​marketing the main camera it was to become a feature-killer Bluboo D1. They thought that having a dual lens will attract the attention of consumers and ensure good sales of the gadget.

However, the miracle did not happen. Dual camera set, but it is not taught to shoot. Not to say that the pictures are quite shameful, but it is clearly not because of what the device should be purchased. However, a look at real examples themselves.

And by the way, all this talk about the bokeh effect and noble blurred background when shooting with two cameras in this case are no more than a publicity move. None of this, do not expect. To photograph classified a lamppost using Bluboo D1 can be, but do artistic portrait of his girlfriend is better not to even try.

Software

The smartphone runs on the latest version of Android, supplemented by several useful functions, embedded programmers Bluboo. First of all, I mean the possibility of advanced fingerprint scanner, which told about above.

In addition, the device is a function of the awakening double tapom, launching applications using gestures on lock screen, muting via screen smartphone revolution down and many other geeky things. You can find them in the settings under "Accessibility."

Everything else before us a classic stock Android Nougat. Developers a little adorned it with its own launcher with support for themes, but if desired, it can be replaced by any other. Although I personally loved it.

results

After testing, I was left with mixed feelings from Bluboo D1. On the one hand, I did not find it exceptional photographic abilities, which are so pushing in promotional materials.

On the other hand, I enjoy a strong body, a good screen, a loud noise, trouble-free operation of the software and the availability of the latest version of the operating system. And even the performance of a pleasant surprise, given the ridiculous price of this smartphone. In my opinion, it is much more important than the blur of the background in the photographs.

Therefore, if you need a "smart dialer", feel free to add to cart Bluboo D1. Per the money the best option would be difficult to find.

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