Gadget Review: Alcatel One-Touch IdolX+
Price:
Rs
16,999
Specs: 5-inch Full HD IPS display, 2 GHz Mediatek octa core processor, 2GB RAM, 16GB + micro SD, 13.1 MP rear + 2MP front camera, BT 4.0, FM, 2500mAh, 130 grams
Pros: High-quality display with narrow bezel, price includes smartband and JBL headphones, unibody design
Cons: Glossy back panel attracts fingerprints and scratches easily, does not come with Android 4.4 though an update is promised
Specs: 5-inch Full HD IPS display, 2 GHz Mediatek octa core processor, 2GB RAM, 16GB + micro SD, 13.1 MP rear + 2MP front camera, BT 4.0, FM, 2500mAh, 130 grams
Pros: High-quality display with narrow bezel, price includes smartband and JBL headphones, unibody design
Cons: Glossy back panel attracts fingerprints and scratches easily, does not come with Android 4.4 though an update is promised
There's
a reason for the 'plus' in the name of this phone — it's
essentially an upgraded version of the Idol X. This time, it has a
different design and a true octa core processor from Mediatek while
the other hardware (screen, camera, etc.) remains the same.
Alcatel says that the new spin finish design on the back panel is a result of in-mould labelling technology — but the glossy surface will start to look old quickly.
It is fairly small and light despite the 5-inch screen. The back panel is not removable so the micro SD and SIM card slots are hidden under magnetic held flaps — one on each side of the phone.
The screen is nice and is protected by tough Dragon Trail glass which stands up well to day-to-day wear. The Mediatek quad core offers a decent dose of performance. It scored 15643 with Quadrant and 30677 on AnTuTu — these benchmarks put it ahead of phones like Samsung's Galaxy S4 and LG G2, both of which are priced substantially higher.
The phone has a lot of pre-loaded apps: Uno & friends, The Avengers, Shazam, Flipboard, Currency Converter and many other. Some of these could have been avoided, but there are some useful ones too: WiFi Transfer, TV link, To Do, One Touch Smart Suite (PC connection) and an app for DLNA media sharing.
We did not have any issues with call quality and battery life was a full day with all networks on.
Alcatel says that the new spin finish design on the back panel is a result of in-mould labelling technology — but the glossy surface will start to look old quickly.
It is fairly small and light despite the 5-inch screen. The back panel is not removable so the micro SD and SIM card slots are hidden under magnetic held flaps — one on each side of the phone.
The screen is nice and is protected by tough Dragon Trail glass which stands up well to day-to-day wear. The Mediatek quad core offers a decent dose of performance. It scored 15643 with Quadrant and 30677 on AnTuTu — these benchmarks put it ahead of phones like Samsung's Galaxy S4 and LG G2, both of which are priced substantially higher.
The phone has a lot of pre-loaded apps: Uno & friends, The Avengers, Shazam, Flipboard, Currency Converter and many other. Some of these could have been avoided, but there are some useful ones too: WiFi Transfer, TV link, To Do, One Touch Smart Suite (PC connection) and an app for DLNA media sharing.
We did not have any issues with call quality and battery life was a full day with all networks on.
By Hitesh
Raj Bhagat, ET 140926
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