computing Computing TQ Magazine helps you stay Tech Savy Phablets –
The Next Generation of Smartphones
The next generation of Smartphone have been branded “Phablets” due to the fact that the screen sizes have increased so much that they are, in effect, mini tablets that make phone calls. More Computer than Phone The new Smartphones have powerful processors, increasingly bigger storage capacity and stunning screen displays. They are an essential for both home and business user. It’s one central device that handles email, messaging, the web, telephone and social networking such as Facebook. The point of a Smartphone is much like a tablet – you can customise it with the “Apps” that you want. There’s an App for just about everything from Easyjet and The Trainline to iPlayer, games and business tools. Smartphones make finding and using information easy. Easy to Type The advent of the Phablet has addressed a key grumble with many users – that Smartphone screens are too small to use the keypad effectively to type. The new Phablets are between 5” and 6” in size. When you consider the iPad Mini has a 7” screen, these new phones offer a great deal of functionality. It’s not just typing that becomes easier but it’s a reasonable size screen to watch TV and video. Range of Phablets to Choose From Samsung created the Phablet category and continue to lead it. The Galaxy Note 4 has a 5.7” screen, runs Android 5 and has a pin sharp display. The new Galaxy S6 is slightly smaller
at 5.1” but comes up in top spot in the latest TechRadar reviews. Google’s Nexus 6 has a monster 5.96” display with stunning resolution. Apple’s first Phablet, the iPhone 6 Plus, has a 5.5” display, stunning colour reproduction and a decent battery life. Big Screen, Big Price You may want to sit down when contemplating the price of these new Phablets. If you buy them outright and choose a “pay as you go” contract then you’ll be shelling out more than the cost of a new PC. The Nexus 6 is currently £479, Galaxy Note 4 is £569 and the iPhone 6 Plus is an eye watering £619. Of course, you can manage the cost through a monthly contact which start at a reasonable £32.50. Most mobile contracts are 24 months now, so it’s worth visiting a big phone store and seeing the different phones and Phablets before you commit.•
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