Often tablets serve not only as an entertainment center, but also for work, especially if there is a 3G module. It was such a tablet that came to us for testing. Meet the affordable 7-inch tablet with GPS (A-GPS) support, 3G module and the ability to make voice calls - Lenovo TAB 2 A7-30.
The scope of supply for this model is standard. In a medium-sized box, in addition to the tablet itself, there is Charger 1A, medium length USB cable and paper documentation.
Appearance and ergonomics
Due to the aspect ratio of the display 16:9, the device came out not very wide. By and large, we have very big smartphone. The dimensions of the device are 191x105x9.3 mm and the weight is 269 grams.
Lenovo TAB 2 A7-30HC covers the front side protective glass. The microphone is on the bottom. On the top is a USB connector and a 3.5 mm audio output. The location of the mechanical keys is standard - on the right sidewall. The back side is covered with a black matte cover. You can't take it off. In the left upper corner is the lens of the main camera.
In general, the case is not bad, but not without flaws. Among the latter, it is worth highlighting a loose fit back cover. And if there is no creaking for the first couple of days, then over time, “crickets” still appear. Otherwise, in terms of ease of use, everything is fine.
Software and Shell
The tablet runs on Android 4.4.2 operating system. The shell uses the proprietary interface Lenovo Launcher HD version 1.4.5. The interface is well known from other smartphones / tablets of the company, so we will not dwell on it in detail. Let's just say that the device is fast enough.
Hardware platform
The heart of the Lenovo TAB 2 A7-30HC is a MediaTek MT8382 quad-core processor. Each of the four ARM Cortex-A7 (ARMv7-a) cores runs at up to 1.3 GHz. built-in GPU Mali-400 MP2 has a maximum frequency of 500 MHz.
The company did not implement support for two SIM-cards for working in 3G networks, which is provided by the chipset and limited itself to one slot for one "regular" SIM-card of the miniSIM standard. Volume random access memory is 1 GB, but after enabling, only about 300 MB are available. The built-in storage has a capacity of 16 GB, of which 12.66 GB is available to the user.
The dialer interface is familiar from other Lenovo devices. The volume of the speaker during a call is excellent, and the quality of the microphone did not let us down. According to this parameter, the tablet can give odds to some smartphones. It is also worth noting that there is a Dolby Audio logo on the back of the cover. The interface and impressions of the software equalizer are generally the same as on.
Wireless interfaces are Wi-Fi of the IEEE 802.11 b/g/n standard, the previously mentioned cellular module supporting UMTS / HSPA+ / EDGE data transfer, Bluetooth 4.0, an FM receiver, and GPS with A-GPS support.
The tablet is hardly suitable for gaming, although Real Racing 3 runs on maximum settings with very small and rare jerks, but Dead Trigger 2 slowed down a little more.
We checked the omnivorousness of the built-in player using AnTuTu Video Tester, which confirmed that you should use a third-party player to launch video files.
autonomy
The capacity of the built-in battery is 3500 mAh. For a seven-inch tablet, this is neither too much nor too little. During testing, the tablet performed well. For two hours of playing a video from YouTube at a brightness of 53% (150 cd / m²), the discharge was 29%, with the same parameters in the reading mode, the consumption was 22%. In general, the results are good and are confirmed by synthetic tests.
Display and cameras
Lenovo TAB 2 A7-30HC has a 7-inch IPS display with a resolution of 1024x600 pixels without an air gap. Resolution by the standards of 2015 is not very large, which, of course, you immediately notice. The pixel grid is visible to the naked eye. The maximum screen brightness is 267 cd/m² and the minimum is 28 cd/m². Contrast 1:809. There is no automatic brightness control sensor, however, as well as an oleophobic coating. On the street, the tablet screen fades a lot, but the information remains readable.
We checked the factory calibration of the screen and we can say that the screen is relatively good. Yes, the color gamut is somewhat narrower than the standard sRGB, but the color temperature is only slightly higher reference value 6500K.
To sum up the impressions about the screen, it is quite good. True, not everyone will like a small resolution. Also, in our copy, the sensor did not work quite stably. Clicks on the screen were not always accurately determined. Perhaps this is a problem only with our device.
It is also worth mentioning that the tablet is equipped with two cameras. Frontal at 0.3 megapixels and main at 2 megapixels. Both cameras do not have autofocus. And they do not meet modern requirements at all, although there are no settings and additional modes. But even they are not able to take high-quality pictures in conditions good lighting on the street.
Examples of photos taken with the main camera:
An example of photos taken with the front camera:
Results
The cost of the tablet at the time of this writing is 3699 UAH. The device is one of the most available tablets with 3G module and IPS screen among first-tier manufacturers. Yes, Lenovo TAB 2 A7-30HC has disadvantages, primarily related to the low screen resolution, the quality of both cameras and not the most rigid case. It does offer a good time though. battery life, loud speaker, the ability to make calls from a tablet without using a headset, and the presence of a GPS (A-GPS) module, which will be a significant advantage in certain use cases.
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Availability of 3G and GPS
The world of tablets is constantly updated with models that combine compactness, functionality and affordable cost. easily replace a smartphone, and when necessary, cope with all work and multimedia tasks.
Over time, tablets are pushing regular smartphones out of the market.
Among these tablets is the Tab 2 A7-30DC from the well-known brand Lenovo. Let's take a closer look at what is remarkable about this model, what is hidden under the body of a small and affordable device?
Contents of delivery
With the tablet, you only get the essentials: a charger, documentation, and a USB cable. However, if you need something else, it is easier to buy it separately than to pay for an unnecessary accessory.
Design
Lenovo Tab 2 A7-30DC is made simply and unobtrusively: the usual black plastic case, logical placement of keys and connectors. The volume and power buttons are placed on the right side, on top you will see the headphone jack and USB cable. The back of the case is made of matte plastic, however, the design has some flaws. So, the lid is non-removable, after a while it starts to creak.
This is the only downside to it appearance, the rest of the design is not satisfactory. In terms of size, the tablet fits in a large pocket and looks like a large smartphone. Therefore, if your main requirement in relation to such equipment is compactness, the Tab 2 A7-30DC is an excellent choice. This is the case when the device has everything you need to work and play multimedia, and you can take it with you on any trip.
Screen
The tablet is equipped with a 7-inch screen type IPS, which means it has good color reproduction and large viewing angles. If we talk about brightness, the Lenovo Tab 2 A7-30DC produces a clear image that can be seen in the sun, which is a significant advantage of this technology.
There is also a minus - a low screen resolution and a dot density of 170 per inch. This means that pixelation will be noticeable when used, so lovers high resolution, when choosing a tablet, you should pass by this model. But let's think about the dimensions and - considering them, the screen is more than good. In addition, if you expect to get a gadget that will work all day, then you need it to hold a charge well, in which case such a screen is a practical solution, because it does not consume much energy.
An additional plus is that the display is protected by glass, which further increases its reliability.
Performance
The Lenovo Tab 2 A7-30DC comes with a MediaTek MT8382M quad-core processor, clocked at up to 1.3GHz per core. There is not much RAM in the device - about 1 Gb, but this does not affect performance too much.
What tasks is a tablet suitable for? First of all, considering the size and price, it is an ideal working tool. It will also cope well with multimedia - the processor speed is enough to play any videos and movies.
As for games, the tablet was not developed for them, since they require large resources of RAM, processor and powerful graphics, however, many applications can be installed on the Tab 2 A7-30DC with minimal settings to play, but the newest and most powerful of they will not display properly.
Multimedia features
The tablet is well suited as a compact multimedia center for those who are used to always having a tool for viewing photos, videos and listening to music. Thanks to its convenient size, it is convenient to carry, and the characteristics will ensure that all multimedia tasks are completed quickly.
More specifically, the 7-inch screen is enough for watching movies on the road, and it will also be convenient for accessing the Internet. Listening to music on the tablet is a pleasure, because it is equipped with a Dolby Audio speaker that guarantees high-quality sound, which is an undoubted advantage of the model.
As already mentioned, Lenovo Tab 2 A7-30DC has good performance, which is more than enough to work with multimedia. To store files on the device, there are 8 or 16 GB of memory - this is not so much, but they can be supplemented with a card up to 32 GB.
Battery and operating time
The tablet comes with a 3450 mAh battery and will provide about 8 hours of continuous use when using the Internet and regular applications. If you watch the video, then the battery life is slightly reduced, but in general, this is a very decent indicator for an inexpensive compact model. The Lenovo Tab 2 A7-30DC will last a whole day of work without additional recharging, which only adds to its attractiveness, in addition to small dimensions.
Camera
The model has two cameras - 2 Mpc and front module 0.3 Mpc. There is no autofocus, no flash, so you have to forget about good shots, however, there are cameras and smartphones for such tasks. But the camera will help out if you urgently need to shoot something, and the front module will cope with video communication - nothing more is required of it.
Operating system and programs
The Lenovo Tab 2 A7-30DC has Android 4.4 KitKat installed, it is possible to upgrade to the fifth version of this platform. Lenovo Launcher HD 1.4.5 is used as a shell. The system looks the same as on all the equipment of this brand. AT standard set there is a browser, mail, file manager, standard alarm clock and a calculator, a menu for voice calls and more - everything you need to start using.
Since this is Android, you can always install any applications you need from the store Google Play. The menu is made in the form of desktops, you can create up to 9 such panels. Separately issued and quick settings. The system works quickly, without failures, so that the use will leave only the best impressions.
Separately, it is worth mentioning the support of a SIM card in a tablet - you can call from it, and the speaker and microphone work well, you don’t even need to connect a headset. The menu for calls looks the same as on the phone, so it is convenient to use it.
Competitors
One of the main competitors of the review model is the Asus ZenPad C 7 3G 8GB. This tablet is no less famous brand than Lenovo, has almost the same price and similar parameters: 7-inch IPS screen, support for SIM cards, a slightly lower processor frequency (1.2 GHz) and 1 GB of RAM. It does not have enough built-in memory - 8 GB, but this problem is solved by adding a card.
If you take into account lesser-known brands, then when looking for a tablet with the same parameters as the review model, you should pay attention to the GoClever Quantum 700 Mobile Pro (it costs less than $100) and the equally inexpensive Prestigio MultiPad Color 2 3G Black.
The first tablet has the same specifications as the Lenovo Tab 2 A7-30DC, but it has only 8 GB of internal memory, but 2 SIM cards are provided. The second device does not differ from the previous one, but does not support telephony.
Thus, there are several gadgets that can compete with Lenovo's model. However, among the well-known brands there are only two or three of them, and other analogues in terms of characteristics are incomparably more expensive. It remains only to look for options among lesser-known brands, which, however, are even more affordable.
Advantages and disadvantages
The tablet has the following advantages:
- Screen with wide viewing angles.
- Good performance for the budget segment of devices.
- The presence of 3G and support for a SIM card.
- Quality speaker.
- Capacious battery.
Among the shortcomings: bad cameras, visible pixelation of the screen due to its low resolution, imperfect body design.
findings
Lenovo Tab 2 A7-30DC is an excellent budget tablet with optimal parameters and without too much significant shortcomings. For a low cost, you will get a compact device with a good screen, a battery that will allow you to use the device throughout the day and optimal performance. The tablet can easily cope with: Internet surfing, office applications, even with games. You will be pleased to watch a movie or listen to music thanks to a high-quality speaker, which, by the way, will allow you to use the model as a phone even without a headset.
The presence of all the parameters for basic tasks, small dimensions, support for a SIM card and 3G make Lenovo Tab 2 A7-30DC an excellent working tool, a multimedia center that will always come in handy when traveling. In general, the combination of the brand's popularity, good stuffing and low price makes it very attractive to a large segment of users, so the tablet is definitely worth considering.
Lenovo Tab 2 A7-30 is a member of the family budget tablets from Lenovo, which have recently been gaining popularity thanks to modern technical specifications and affordable price. This device was first introduced in early 2015 at CES 2015, taking place in Las Vegas, is an improved version of its predecessor, which began to gain popularity a year earlier.
Equipment
The compact box for the tablet contains the device itself, a charger, a microUSB cable and a set of documentation.
Instructions and user manual can be found here:
Specifications
The tablet has a 4-core MTK8382M processor with a frequency of 1.3 GHz, 1 GB of RAM and 16 GB of internal memory. For memory expansion, there is a microSD slot with support for cards up to 32 GB.
The screen of the device has an IPS matrix with a diagonal of 7 inches and a resolution of 1024 by 600 pixels. There are two cameras on the device: a 0.3 MP front camera and a 2 MP main camera.
As for the formats wireless communication, then the device has 4 different modifications:
- Lenovo TAB 2 A7-30HC - Wi-Fi + WCDMA (callable)
- Lenovo TAB 2 A7-30GC - Wi-Fi + GSM (Calling)
- Lenovo TAB 2 A7-30F - WiFi
- Lenovo TAB 2 A7-30H - Wi-Fi + 3G (data only)
Choosing the necessary modification is an opportunity to purchase what you need and not overpay for functions that you can do without.
The tablet has stereo speakers with support for Dolby Audio technology, which implies the presence of high-quality clear sound. The dimensions of the tablet are 191 x 105 x 8.9 mm and the weight is 269 grams.
Capacity battery is 3450 mAh. AT this moment device works on operating system Android 4.4, however there is a possibility of an upgrade to Android 5.0 Lollipop.
Appearance
The device has a stylish and pleasant appearance.
On the front side of the tablet are placed: a 0.3 MP camera, stereo speaker, Lenovo logo and a 7-inch screen.
On the back side there is a logo and a 2 MP camera.
The power button and volume rocker are located on the right side of the device,
and a plug for a memory card and a SIM card (in versions where it is present) is on the left.
A microphone is located on the bottom of the device.
Video: Lenovo review Tab 2 A7-30
pros
- OTG support
- memory card support
- making calls (optional)
minuses
- weak cameras
- low screen resolution
Lenovo A7-30 is a rather interesting budget-level tablet that is suitable for surfing the Internet and watching video content. This device can not be called advanced and very powerful, but it copes well with the tasks assigned to it. Estimated Lenovo price Tab 2 A7-30 at the start of sales, depending on the modification, will be 170 - 200 US dollars.
7 inch Infinity screen.
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The device works with Mini-SIM cards of all GSM operators.
7 inch Infinity screen.
Lenovo Tab 2 A7, equipped with a high-resolution (1024 x 600) IPS display, provides highest quality images and excellent color reproduction - both indoors and outdoors. Infinity screen...
The device works with Mini-SIM cards of all GSM operators.
7 inch Infinity screen.
With a high-resolution (1024 x 600) IPS display, the Lenovo Tab 2 A7 delivers superior image quality and excellent color reproduction, both indoors and outdoors. The Infinity screen with wide viewing angles increases the field of view and is great for watching HD videos. On a thin, touch-sensitive screen, images appear even more natural, crisp and vibrant.
The perfect travel companion.
Weighing only 269g and 8.9mm thick, lenovo tablet The Tab 2 A7 30 is ideal for traveling: reading, listening to music, watching videos and surfing the web on the go. It is so light that it does not weigh down the travel bag at all.
The most modern processors.
The Tab 2 A7 30 quad-core processor excels at multitasking, providing fast android work and reduces the number of pauses. Perfect choice for game and movie lovers.
Fast and powerful device.
The Android 4.4 KitKat operating system is suitable for both work and play. It has a wide range of personalization options high speed performance, convenience and full compatibility with your favorite Google apps.
Dolby Audio.
Dolby technology will give you the opportunity to enjoy pure and natural sound.
Wide range of communication modules.
The device is equipped with a Micro USB connector for charging and connecting peripherals, as well as a slot for microSD cards, with which it is convenient to store and transfer data.
Long battery life.
The Tab 2 A7 30 guarantees up to 8 hours of Internet browsing over Wi-Fi without recharging the battery.
Two cameras.
The Tab 2 A7 30 is equipped with a rear (2 megapixel) and front cameras allowing you to take amazing pictures. Built-in flash memory with a capacity of 8 or 16 GB with the possibility of expansion will allow you to place a huge number of photos.
GPS module and telephony.
Built-in standalone GPS keeps you on track, and thanks to the SIM card slot, you'll always be connected via the 3G wireless module.
