Tuesday 5 June 2012
Lumia 800 in
review: The Lumia is 800 from Nokia has been for the end of 2011 on the market,
with the latest update but it has now solved one of the biggest criticisms that
the battery life. We
have the Windows Phone 7.5 Smartphone closer look for you. (Lars Craemer, 09/04/2012)
The 800 is
Lumia had already in November 2011 on the market and is the first Smartphone
from Nokia with the Windows operating system, Nokia Phone - currently it costs
in the PCGH price
comparison around 365 € . Windows
Mobile is to have the face of competition from Google (Android) and IOS (Apple)
may be a small player in the Smartphone competition, the developing power of
Nokia and the software expertise of Microsoft operating system already brings a
loyal following. Analysts
say that Microsoft and Nokia will expand its market share by 2015, still well.
Another bright spot: With Microsoft Windows 8 will bring the end of 2012 a new
operating system on the market, which is designed specifically for tablets. Microsoft is working behind the
scenes also feverishly at the cross-platform integration of all services -
including an app store that is intended for all versions of software as a
central marketplace. Currently, the app features in Microsoft compared to the two main
competitors is still one of the largest construction sites, but will this
software supply problem in the next few years probably have done likewise. Basically though, the most important
apps are available, some that come but later than iOS and Android on the market
and the costs are for Windows Phone version still higher than the competition. Nokia Lumia 800 in the test - the chassis, the waiver on a removable battery
and an SD card slot will not only drawbacks, but in terms of the design offer
up a whole other possibilities. No wonder then that the 800 Lumia works as a unified whole. At 116 x 61 x 12 millimeters, the
Lumia is compact, but it is heavier than expected at 142 grams. Basically, the unit feels very high,
at first glance the process seems to be perfect. Even in handling convinced the Smartphone
- away from the drawbacks of a small display, the design, yet offers the
undeniable advantage that the one-handed operation is possible. The pages of the 800 are rounded off,
the screen is perfectly fitted into the chassis and the upper Sun as the lower
edge are flattened. Below,
Nokia has placed behind a grille, the microphone, the left (curved) side of the
Lumia is empty. On
the right, Nokia has positioned all the buttons - located above the volume
rocker, below follows the power button and the bottom is the camera button
which is operated in two stages. The quality of the keys is high, even if we had wished us to
this point, variations in metal.
On the flat top of the port has positioned Nokia for micro-SIM card and USB slot - are behind this practice stops. Our stress tests have shown no obvious weakness of the filigree cover, but we did not willfully damage the 800s. Also in the upper part of Nokia has placed a 3.5-inch jack for headsets -. However, this does not provide protection against dust and dirt , the front of the Lumia is dominated by a 3.7-inch display, the rounded glass protection is seamlessly integrated into the sleek plastic housing on the 800. Below the screen, but also still under the glass surface, sit the three touch-sensitive controls of Windows Mobile - in addition to a home button, there is a button for searching and still left a "back" button. The elements are illuminated and easily visible in bright ambient light. The back of the Lumia is also very simple, the middle is a metal strip is positioned in an 8-megapixel camera is inserted - no interfering contours affect the level back. Two LED lights sit above the camera in low light and to provide acceptable images. The processing of Lumia is 800 despite the massive use of plastic as the chassis material quite high. Nokia Lumia 800 in the test - the Snapdragon SoC Comparing the processor features of the Lumia 800 with current Android devices, this is no longer nominally up to date . The CPU is clocked at 1.4 GHz while, but the Qualcomm SoC MSM8255T the S2 series has only one core and the Adreno-205 GPU is rough around the edges. But in the everyday operation of the processor works with Windows Mobile pleasantly fast. Write in the regular tasks such as active images, news and maps is virtually no lag detected, the load times maintain in spite of the relatively small memory of 512 MB in check. This power output is one of the advantages of a Windows Phone and the strict specifications of the hardware manufacturers by Microsoft. While we currently have CPU power and memory in Android itself is not enough, can the Microsoft operating system shows encouraging frugal. In the presentation of the latest games with 3D content then you realize, however, but the age of the chip version. The Lumia 800 is perfect for casual games and useful everyday Smartphone work, who would, however, always enjoy the latest apps and games on your phone should definitely be a different model - access, ideally, a high-end Android device. Nokia Lumia 800 in test - the AMOLED screen The same restrictions apply in principle ppi for the 3.7-inch screen with a resolution of 800 x 480 pixels with a pixel density of 252. Although this provides very good contrast, but the resolution is now only average. But again: For everyday use, the Lumia 800 very well suited. The brightness of 270 Candela Lumia is also still good. Why Nokia only three levels of brightness and a brightness-Automatic offers is a mystery to us.
Some users criticized the Pentile matrix of AMOLED displays, which sometimes leads to smaller uncertainties. This effect is in itself only visible if you search for them - in practice, the display of the Lumia suitable 800 for every application. Nokia Lumia 800 in the test - the memory , the Lumia 800 has 512 MB of RAM, in conjunction with the Windows Phone software is the scarce amount of memory for a smooth operation, however, sufficient. However, Nokia no need for an SD card slot, so you must make do with 16 GB of memory. Annoying is the Zune coercion, you have to install the Microsoft software to exchange data with the Smartphone. A short plug it via USB to the PC of the miners for the transfer of files presupposes at least one Zune installation. Given the fact that the distribution of the software is currently very low, a disturbing fact. Alternatively, customers can use a live account with the cloud service Skydrive for free, then have another 25 GB of disk space - Internet connection required. In addition, Figure of Office Web apps (Word, Excel, PowerPoint and OneNote), provide the basic office functions. Nokia Lumia 800 in the test - practical experience is the hardware of the Lumia while they are surfing the all-claim but not entirely justice. Thus supports the Smartphone does not flash and the load times are not optimal. Current high-end Smartphone represent standard web pages in about 10 seconds for the 800 here Lumia takes about 15 seconds. Those who rarely surfs the Web with a Smartphone, can ignore the slightly higher latency than buying criterion. Another advantage of the Lumia 800 is the navigation solution from Nokia. This offers a very extensive and rapid display and voice output. The map data can be stored locally on the phone, so there are no problems, if briefly in rural areas, exposing the data transfer. Windows Mobile provides the Office Hub, a compact office solution for Smartphone. The documents are stored in Sky Drive and the desktop PC can also be controlled. The Lumia 800 supports connectivity to an Exchange server, and the integration of Gmail is a good solution. Alternatively, you can also receive messages through Hotmail. The synchronization with Outlook is a bit problematic, since the synchronization is possible only through Windows Live. Nokia Lumia 800 in the test- the camera , the phone has an 8-megapixel camera on the back, a camera on the front for video telephony is not offered. The sensor used in combination with the Carl Zeiss optics provide enough light in relatively good images in low light the images are still on but only snapshot level. Elapse after the start of the camera app a total of about 2 seconds before the final image. Video makes the 800 at 720p resolution and a refresh rate of 30 frames per second.
The video quality is quite respectable in good light, but as with photos also suffer from poor video quality in poor lighting. Who is a smart phone as a camera replacement seeks or intends to operate the smart phone video calling look further, you should. Who makes from time to time a snapshot can be accessed. Nokia Lumia 800 in the test - the battery life With the latest update Nokia finally got the part, poor battery life of the Lumia 800 in the handle. We use our test unit for several days with the new software and are ready to rebut one of the biggest criticisms of the 800. The 1,450 mAh battery is one still one of the smaller battery models in the Smartphone market, but battery life could be improved. Before the update was partially depleted after 20 hours of battery, now holds the Nokia 800 Lumia by up to 2 days. Conclusion: 800 Lumia Lumia The 800 is not for gamers or App fanatics. The hardware is no longer current 3D titles to recommend and supply the App on Windows Phone is not very extensive. The main apps are of course available for the Microsoft operating system, but who looks every day for the latest apps, should you prefer to hold out for Android and iOS. But you cannot deny that the design of simple Lumia perfectly with the 800, but functional Windows-phone software blends. Certainly has its flaws, the 800 is more suited to beginners and the current price of around 360 € is a bit set high, but despite all the weaknesses are with the Nokia 800 has a positive outlook on upcoming devices. Lumia says to you, the Nokia 800 to yet, you should wait a few more weeks to purchase - will soon enter the new MWC-heroes of the battlefield.
On the flat top of the port has positioned Nokia for micro-SIM card and USB slot - are behind this practice stops. Our stress tests have shown no obvious weakness of the filigree cover, but we did not willfully damage the 800s. Also in the upper part of Nokia has placed a 3.5-inch jack for headsets -. However, this does not provide protection against dust and dirt , the front of the Lumia is dominated by a 3.7-inch display, the rounded glass protection is seamlessly integrated into the sleek plastic housing on the 800. Below the screen, but also still under the glass surface, sit the three touch-sensitive controls of Windows Mobile - in addition to a home button, there is a button for searching and still left a "back" button. The elements are illuminated and easily visible in bright ambient light. The back of the Lumia is also very simple, the middle is a metal strip is positioned in an 8-megapixel camera is inserted - no interfering contours affect the level back. Two LED lights sit above the camera in low light and to provide acceptable images. The processing of Lumia is 800 despite the massive use of plastic as the chassis material quite high. Nokia Lumia 800 in the test - the Snapdragon SoC Comparing the processor features of the Lumia 800 with current Android devices, this is no longer nominally up to date . The CPU is clocked at 1.4 GHz while, but the Qualcomm SoC MSM8255T the S2 series has only one core and the Adreno-205 GPU is rough around the edges. But in the everyday operation of the processor works with Windows Mobile pleasantly fast. Write in the regular tasks such as active images, news and maps is virtually no lag detected, the load times maintain in spite of the relatively small memory of 512 MB in check. This power output is one of the advantages of a Windows Phone and the strict specifications of the hardware manufacturers by Microsoft. While we currently have CPU power and memory in Android itself is not enough, can the Microsoft operating system shows encouraging frugal. In the presentation of the latest games with 3D content then you realize, however, but the age of the chip version. The Lumia 800 is perfect for casual games and useful everyday Smartphone work, who would, however, always enjoy the latest apps and games on your phone should definitely be a different model - access, ideally, a high-end Android device. Nokia Lumia 800 in test - the AMOLED screen The same restrictions apply in principle ppi for the 3.7-inch screen with a resolution of 800 x 480 pixels with a pixel density of 252. Although this provides very good contrast, but the resolution is now only average. But again: For everyday use, the Lumia 800 very well suited. The brightness of 270 Candela Lumia is also still good. Why Nokia only three levels of brightness and a brightness-Automatic offers is a mystery to us.
Some users criticized the Pentile matrix of AMOLED displays, which sometimes leads to smaller uncertainties. This effect is in itself only visible if you search for them - in practice, the display of the Lumia suitable 800 for every application. Nokia Lumia 800 in the test - the memory , the Lumia 800 has 512 MB of RAM, in conjunction with the Windows Phone software is the scarce amount of memory for a smooth operation, however, sufficient. However, Nokia no need for an SD card slot, so you must make do with 16 GB of memory. Annoying is the Zune coercion, you have to install the Microsoft software to exchange data with the Smartphone. A short plug it via USB to the PC of the miners for the transfer of files presupposes at least one Zune installation. Given the fact that the distribution of the software is currently very low, a disturbing fact. Alternatively, customers can use a live account with the cloud service Skydrive for free, then have another 25 GB of disk space - Internet connection required. In addition, Figure of Office Web apps (Word, Excel, PowerPoint and OneNote), provide the basic office functions. Nokia Lumia 800 in the test - practical experience is the hardware of the Lumia while they are surfing the all-claim but not entirely justice. Thus supports the Smartphone does not flash and the load times are not optimal. Current high-end Smartphone represent standard web pages in about 10 seconds for the 800 here Lumia takes about 15 seconds. Those who rarely surfs the Web with a Smartphone, can ignore the slightly higher latency than buying criterion. Another advantage of the Lumia 800 is the navigation solution from Nokia. This offers a very extensive and rapid display and voice output. The map data can be stored locally on the phone, so there are no problems, if briefly in rural areas, exposing the data transfer. Windows Mobile provides the Office Hub, a compact office solution for Smartphone. The documents are stored in Sky Drive and the desktop PC can also be controlled. The Lumia 800 supports connectivity to an Exchange server, and the integration of Gmail is a good solution. Alternatively, you can also receive messages through Hotmail. The synchronization with Outlook is a bit problematic, since the synchronization is possible only through Windows Live. Nokia Lumia 800 in the test- the camera , the phone has an 8-megapixel camera on the back, a camera on the front for video telephony is not offered. The sensor used in combination with the Carl Zeiss optics provide enough light in relatively good images in low light the images are still on but only snapshot level. Elapse after the start of the camera app a total of about 2 seconds before the final image. Video makes the 800 at 720p resolution and a refresh rate of 30 frames per second.
The video quality is quite respectable in good light, but as with photos also suffer from poor video quality in poor lighting. Who is a smart phone as a camera replacement seeks or intends to operate the smart phone video calling look further, you should. Who makes from time to time a snapshot can be accessed. Nokia Lumia 800 in the test - the battery life With the latest update Nokia finally got the part, poor battery life of the Lumia 800 in the handle. We use our test unit for several days with the new software and are ready to rebut one of the biggest criticisms of the 800. The 1,450 mAh battery is one still one of the smaller battery models in the Smartphone market, but battery life could be improved. Before the update was partially depleted after 20 hours of battery, now holds the Nokia 800 Lumia by up to 2 days. Conclusion: 800 Lumia Lumia The 800 is not for gamers or App fanatics. The hardware is no longer current 3D titles to recommend and supply the App on Windows Phone is not very extensive. The main apps are of course available for the Microsoft operating system, but who looks every day for the latest apps, should you prefer to hold out for Android and iOS. But you cannot deny that the design of simple Lumia perfectly with the 800, but functional Windows-phone software blends. Certainly has its flaws, the 800 is more suited to beginners and the current price of around 360 € is a bit set high, but despite all the weaknesses are with the Nokia 800 has a positive outlook on upcoming devices. Lumia says to you, the Nokia 800 to yet, you should wait a few more weeks to purchase - will soon enter the new MWC-heroes of the battlefield.
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