Nokia C3 Review: Entry Level Smartphone with Removable Battery
HMD Global which now holds smartphone products and also features Nokia phones is less well known when compared to smartphone manufacturers such as Samsung, Xiaomi, and also realme.
However, HMD Global continues to produce devices aimed at the entry-level segment. The latest smartphone introduced by HMD Global is the Nokia C3.
Simple design with removable battery
We had the opportunity to try out the Nokia C3 directly for two weeks. Used as a smartphone for daily needs, the Nokia C3 is indeed suitable for those of you who need a device to surf the internet, check e-mail, or chat on social media.
You could say, using this smartphone, you are still invited to return to nostalgia. The reason is, the Nokia C3 still carries a removable battery mechanism. The back shell made of plastic can be removed by using the gap on the bottom side.
When you successfully remove the back shell, you can see the part that is dominated by the battery. It can be said that the support for the Nokia C3 power supply consumes almost two-thirds of the entire rear section. There is also support for two Nano-SIM card slots. The C3 also features a slot to accommodate a microSD card up to 128 GB.
HD+ screen with a diagonal size of 5.99 inches
Unfortunately, the back panel of this smartphone is very easy to leave fingerprints. But there’s no need to worry, in the sales package HMD has included a transparent soft case which is also useful for protecting the smartphone.
Talking about the dimensions, the Nokia C3 measures 159.9 x 77 x 8.7 mm and weighs 184.5 grams. Despite using the casing included in the sales package, this smartphone still looks slim. So, still quite comfortable to grip.
Nokia C3 based on the Unisoc SoC
As mentioned above, the Nokia C3 targets the entry-level segment. Therefore, this smartphone is also only equipped with an SoC Unisoc SC9863A chipset with an Octa-core CPU. Relying on 8 ARM Cortex-A55 cores, its clock speed reaches up to 1.6 GHz.
Like most other Nokia smartphones, the Nokia C3 already runs on a pure Android operating system. This time, HMD Global put the Android 10 operating system with several Google applications installed.
How about the Nokia C3 power supply? This entry-level smartphone is only equipped with a 3,040 mAh battery. When trying to enjoy videos on YouTube in a marathon, the battery can last up to 5 hours. For normal use, it can last all day. HMD Global only provides charger heads with 5W power.
Nokia C3 has a single main camera on the back
This year, not a few smartphone manufacturers are competing to pack their devices with a camera module on the back of more than two units, including entry-level smartphones. However, HMD Global is confident to launch the Nokia C3 with a single main camera.
Yes! The Nokia C3 has a single 8 MP rear camera, while on the front there is a 5 MP sensor for selfies or video calls. When used, the autofocus feature is not very fast. There is no problem with the rear or front camera when it is used to photograph outdoor objects even though the details are still lacking.…
Samsung Galaxy Tab A7: A Quality Tablet for Daily Activities
Samsung is not only competing in the smartphone market but also the tablet market. Yes! Although as we can see, there are not so many smartphone manufacturers playing in the tablet market either. Besides Samsung, there are Huawei and Apple. Meanwhile, Advan is a local player who also enlivens the tablet market in the country.
If we mention the name Samsung, tablet products produced by the electronics giant from South Korea are loaded into the Galaxy Tab line. And recently introduced by Samsung are the Galaxy Tab S7 and Galaxy Tab S7+. This is Samsung’s flagship tablet aimed at working professionals.
Meanwhile, for those who want a Galaxy Tab at an affordable price, Samsung has the Galaxy Tab A Series and that is the Samsung Galaxy Tab A7.
Samsung Galaxy Tab A7 Has a lightweight and thin body
Like the previous Galaxy Tab A Series tablet that was launched by Samsung, the design of the Galaxy A7 also looks very minimalist. The back of this tablet only contains a camera module which is placed in the upper right corner (positioned in landscape). In addition, there is a Samsung logo in the middle with a silver color bandage.
So, what about the dimensions? The Samsung Galaxy Tab A7 has lightweight, weighing only 476 grams. Not only light, but the body is also thickness of only 7mm. Even so, this tablet with a metal back still has thick bezels on all sides.
The Samsung Galaxy Tab A7 comes with a diagonal measuring 10.4 inches and has a WUXGA + resolution aka 1,200 x 2,000 pixels. The screen panel used is IPS LCD. But no less interesting, this tablet is equipped with four speakers with Dolby Atmos support.
Single Camera on the front and back of Samsung Galaxy Tab A7
The camera support in this tablet is not as sophisticated as that of the smartphone line. The Galaxy Tab A7 only has two cameras, one each on the front and one on the back. Even so, these two cameras are more than enough to shoot objects in front of your eyes.
For video conferencing or online meetings that usually feel more comfortable using a tablet, Samsung has armed the Galaxy Tab A7 with a 5 MP front camera. Meanwhile, on the back of this tablet, sits an 8 MP camera sensor.
Seeing the not-so-significant photography function on a tablet, it seems that the Galaxy Tab A7 has a 5 MP rear camera and an 8 MP front camera is more than enough. Again, the very useful camera function is when users make video calls or video conferences.
Samsung Galaxy Tab A7 Powered by Snapdragon 662
Just like when buying a smartphone, of course, some of us ask what chipset is installed in the Galaxy Tab A7. Samsung has equipped the Galaxy Tab A7 with the Snapdragon 662 chipset which is built using the 11nm manufacturing process. As we all know, this chipset falls into the middle-class category, where the CPU is Octa-core.
The performance of the Snapdragon 662 that Samsung has embedded into the Galaxy Tab A7 also cannot be separated from the embedded memory support. The Galaxy Tab A7 marketed by Samsung comes with 3 GB of RAM and 32 GB of internal storage. Users can still expand their storage using a microSD card.
Smoothly used for daily activities
The selling points offered by Samsung related to the Galaxy Tab A7 are indeed very diverse. First, this tablet comes with a 10.4-inch screen with WUXGA+ resolution, although the display panel is not yet Super AMOLED. Furthermore, this tablet is equipped with the Snapdragon 662 chipset.
No less surprising is the memory embedded by Samsung into this tablet. Yes! The Galaxy Tab A7 already has 3 GB of RAM and 32 GB of internal storage. Finally, the embedded power supply is a 7,040 mAh battery that can last quite a long time.
The Galaxy Tab A7 is also very comfortable to use for video meetings using the Zoom application or others. Likewise when this tablet is used to enjoy many video shows on YouTube or watch streaming videos via Netflix and Disney+ Hotstar.
The results of the benchmark test using the 3D Mark application, the resulting score is 1,169 points (Sling Shot Extreme – OpenGL ES 3.1), and 1,831 points (Sling Shot). Using PC Mark, the resulting score reached 6,301 points (Work 2.0).…
Smartphone Tips: How to Record Android Smartphone Screen
There are many ways you can do to record the smartphone screen. With applications that can be downloaded for free on the Google Play Store, of course, the process of recording smartphone screens is now easier than ever.
Of the many smartphone screen recorder applications available on Google Play, here we recommend an Android application called AZ Screen Recorder.
One of the advantages of this application made by Hecorat is that you can still use it on an Android smartphone that has not been rooted and also that the screen recording does not add a watermark.
Screen recording on Android without Application
On smartphone with Android OS 9 and above, there is already an integrated Screen Recorder feature. To record the screen, you simply activate this feature and do not need to install any application.
Here’s how to record an Android cellphone screen:
- Open the panel bar by swiping the screen from top to bottom.
- Search for ‘Screen Recorder’ or screen recorder and then touch it until the icon turns blue
- A new menu will appear (each cellphone brand has a different menu)
- Select record screen with red dot icon and touch again to stop recording
- Check the ‘gallery’ to see the results
But what must be remembered, is how to record the cellphone screen above applies to Android 9 phones and above and is different for each cellphone brand. Especially for Samsung phones, you must have the latest software, namely One UI 2.0 or above.
Screen recording on Smartphone with Application
Interested in using AZ Screen Recorder to record smartphone screens? Here is a brief guide. First of all, first, download the AZ Screen Recorder application and install it as usual on your Android smartphone.
To start recording, click the Record button in the notification section, then don’t forget to give all the permissions needed by AZ Screen Recorder to record the screen.
You can also adjust the screen recording quality in the settings menu. These settings start from screen resolution, frame rate up to 60 fps, audio quality, screen orientation, and much more.
The AZ Screen Recorder application also provides a feature where you can edit screen recording videos. Through this feature, you can cut, convert videos to GIF format, take screenshots, and add video backgrounds.…
How to Turn an Android Smartphone into a Computer Mouse
As a smart device, the use of smartphones is not only for browsing, playing games, or just taking photos. Smartphone with the Android operating system has a variety of features that you might never have guessed before, one of which is turning into a computer mouse.
If you ever forget to bring your mouse and have trouble controlling your computer or laptop cursor, you can use a smartphone controller with the help of the following application. How to turn an Android into a mouse is fairly easy. In addition, you also do not need to root the smartphone first.
Turn your Android Smartphone into a Computer Mouse
To do this, download the WiFi Mouse application and install it on Android as well as the WiFi Mouse Server software to be installed on your computer or laptop.
If both have been installed, make sure your Android smartphone and computer are on the same internet network, this aims to make it easier to use.
Next, open the Mouse Server on the computer and also open the WiFi Mouse on Android. If you are already on the same internet network, the server can automatically be detected on the smartphone. Then you just need to connect it.
The following is an Android screen display that can already be used to control the mouse cursor on a computer or laptop.
Using USB Remote
Apart from Bluetooth and Wifi support, Android smartphones can also be turned into a mouse or keyboard with the help of a USB cable. Although it’s a bit inconvenient because the cellphone must continue to be connected to the PC via a cable, this method is an alternative method if your Bluetooth and Wifi have problems. Try to use the original cellphone USB cable because the quality is guaranteed.
Thus the information that we present, hopefully, can be useful for you.
…Smartphone Tips: How to Enable Ambient Display
Ambient Display is one of the coolest features on Android Smartphone. This feature was first introduced to the Android Lollipop operating system, which allows users to read notifications from a locked screen.
Even so, not all Android smartphones have the Ambient Display feature. These premium features are generally only present on flagship smartphones. But you don’t need to be disappointed, there is always a way to solve the problem.
As one of the operating systems with the largest list of applications today, several applications can be used to try the Ambient Display feature on all Android smartphones. This time we will show you how to enable Ambient Display on Android.
Enabling Ambient Display
There is an app on the Google play store called AcDisplay which is a new way of handling notifications on smartphone. It will notify you of new notifications by displaying a beautiful minimal screen, allowing you to open them directly from the lock screen. And if you want to see what’s going on, you can simply take your phone out of your pocket to see all the latest notifications, in an equally fun and minimalistic way. In simple words, it acts as an Ambient display. Let’s know how to use AcDisplay on any Android device.
How to Enable Ambient Display on Android Smartphone
- Download the AcDisplay application and install it as usual on your favorite Android smartphone.
- Then open the application and activate AcDisplay. Give Device Admin and Notification permissions to enable it.
- If you have given permission, automatically AcDisplay can be used. You can explore other features in the settings menu.
That’s how to enable Ambient Display on all Android smartphones. In the AcDisplay application, there is also an Active Mode feature where the screen will light up if the smartphone is removed from the pants pocket. Good luck!
…Tips to Keep Your Smartphone For a Long Life
We know that smartphones are now a must-have item. Almost all people use it, even making it a major need. Well, when buying a smartphone, of course, we hope that the smartphone can be used for a long time.
Especially for those who own a flagship smartphone at an expensive price. Of course, they will protect the smartphone from any risk of damage. And this time, we want to share tips on caring for your smartphone so that it lasts. Without needing to linger. Here are the tips.
Use case and anti-scratch
If you want to extend the life of your favorite smartphone, we recommend installing a special case or protector on your smartphone. Customize the case model with your personality.
Install a hard case if you are the type of person who is careless and often drops your smartphone and install a soft case casing if you are the type of person who doesn’t want to be complicated and has high mobility.
Installing a casing on a smartphone will reduce the risk of physical damage such as scratches. Oh yes, don’t forget to use anti-scratch even though the smartphone you are using is protected by Gorilla Glass.
Install the application according to specifications
Because of the desire to store lots of cool applications and games, many people forget the specifications of their smartphones. Of course, this is not recommended. If it is forced continuously, it will have negative effects such as decreased smartphone performance, smartphone batteries becoming easily depleted, and other problems.
It’s like two people being forced to eat eight people’s portions of Samyang noodles. It may still be strong at first, but after that, it certainly won’t be able to hold on anymore. So, just install the application according to your specifications and needs. Make sure you only install applications that will be used. And if you want to install a lot of applications, it’s better to use a mid-end smartphone or even a flagship.
Clean your smartphone regularly
This third tip is actually easy and simple to do, but in reality, there are still many people who feel lazy and reluctant to clean their smartphone for the reason ‘it’s still clean. There is a lot of small dust that may be invisible and stick to the entire body of the smartphone.
Using a smartphone is a commonplace
If smartphones are so important in your life, then use them normally and naturally. One bad example that is often done is bringing a smartphone into the bathroom. That’s up to you. However, how many people have dropped their smartphones in the toilet until the smartphone is damaged? We think that’s quite a lot.
Take a break smartphone
Don’t force your smartphone to satisfy your gaming or multimedia passion all the time. To note, the components on the smartphone also need a break. If you continue to work, the temperature of the smartphone becomes hot and there is a risk of lowering the performance of the smartphone or causing other problems.
Dangers of Charging Smartphone Via Laptops
Without us realizing it, some habits look safe to do but in fact, can have a negative impact. As is the case with our discussion this time. Although it looks practical and safe to do, it turns out that charging a smartphone via a laptop can also pose dangers that you may have never thought of before. What are the dangers? Here’s the review.
The smartphone is at risk of being damaged
Currently, we are indeed spoiled with universal smartphone USB ports so that smartphones can easily connect with other devices such as laptops, power banks, and even with other smartphones.
Then is it dangerous to charge a smartphone via a laptop? Actually no. But if this is done continuously, the smartphone will likely be damaged. The reason is, the electricity provided by the USB port on the laptop is unstable and has low power, so the charging process will take much longer, aka abnormal.
Charging a smartphone that is unstable and for too long will make the smartphone hot so it is likely that the smartphone hardware will be damaged. In addition, because the charging process takes a long time, you will inevitably operate your smartphone during the charging process. The effect is that your smartphone battery is also at risk of being damaged.
Data theft by hackers
The USB port on a laptop was created to connect or sync smartphone data with a laptop. So, if you often charge your smartphone via a laptop, the risk of data theft is higher.
Because, when you connect a smartphone with a laptop, the laptop will automatically store important data from the smartphone such as the brand, name of the smartphone owner, smartphone series, operating system, firmware, to the chip ID of your smartphone.
Well, these things are a gap for hackers to steal your data. Plus, if your laptop or computer uses a pirated operating system that is already infected with a virus, the risk of data theft is even higher.