HTC emphasizes that Desire Eye is the first device of the Desire family without a numerical index in the name for the last couple of years, which symbolizes some radical changes in the company's approach to creating phones. They can be traced especially in the design of the smartphone: firstly, its body is made of plastic, which is not typical for a Taiwanese manufacturer, and secondly, it is protected from water according to the IPx7 standard, that is, it can withstand not too long immersion at a shallow depth. Interestingly, HTC does not disclose the value of "x" in the IPx7 formula, claiming that the smartphone is not dustproof. Also, of the design features, it is worth noting the use of HTC Boom Sound stereo speakers, which are hidden behind thin grids above and below the display, as well as the presence of a hardware camera button, which is also not very typical for devices from the Taiwanese company.

According to the specifications, the older Desire is not inferior to the flagship Htc one M8. The smartphone is equipped with a 5.2-inch screen with Full HD resolution, and the device is built on the basis of a processor Qualcomm Snapdragon 800 8974AA, which has four Krait 400 cores at 2.26 GHz and Adreno 330 graphics at 450 MHz. RAM in the smartphone 2 GB, flash memory - 32 GB. The user has the option of expanding the storage capacity using cards microSD memory... The battery capacity is 2600 mAh (9.88 Wh, 3.8 V). The smartphone is capable of operating in LTE networks, however, we do not have accurate information about the maximum speeds and the range of supported bands.

The most notable feature of the smartphone is two 13-megapixel cameras - with f / 2.0 aperture on the back and f / 2.2 on the front, both with LED flashes (according to unconfirmed reports, using Sony BSI CMOS sensors). Rear camera it is proposed to be used in a standard way - for ordinary photography (its focal length is 28 mm in 35 mm equivalent), while the front is intended primarily for selfies and video calls (it is wider - 22 mm).

HTC has also added a few additional features, including a timer triggering of the front camera, voice control(for shooting it is enough to say the word “photo” or “smile”) and parallel photography with two cameras (the image from the front camera is embedded in the photo taken with the main one).

A lot of interesting possibilities are also available when working with video. So, HTC Desire Eye is capable of combining videos shot with the main and front cameras. For example, the left half of the screen may be occupied by video recorded with the main camera, and the right half by the face of the person who recorded this video. Note that it is not necessary to shoot both videos at the same time: you can first record the video on the main camera, and then, if you want, add video from the front camera.

For video calls, a framing option is available, when the smartphone recognizes the face and shows only it to the interlocutor, cutting out everything else. This can be convenient if, during a video call, you do not hold your smartphone straight in front of you, but place it, for example, on a table at some distance from you, as a result of which the wide-angle camera lens captures not only your face, but also the environment around you.

Desire Eye has a proprietary HTC Zoe function that allows you to take photos and videos at the same time. Now, when shooting from multiple angles, Zoe can be combined into a video collage. Among the additional features of the camera, it is also worth mentioning face morphing (smooth transformation of one face into another, as in the famous clip of Michael Jackson) and real-time digital makeup.

As accessories for HTC Desire Eye, covers of two types will be available - with a folding angle, which will allow placing the phone on a table at an angle, and branded DOT VIEW. Let us remind you that the latter are cases with a hinged perforated cover that allows you to display information on the phone screen even when the cover is closed.

On the market Desire Eye, according to unconfirmed reports, should appear in November this year. When asked about the cost, HTC representatives did not give exact numbers, but answered that the price of HTC Desire Eye will definitely be more than 20 thousand rubles and definitely less than 30 thousand.

Currently smartphones with dual camera many manufacturers have already announced, so we can talk about the formation of a new trend. Big brands like Apple and Samsung are in no rush yet, but rumored to be the iPhone 7 Plus and Galaxy Note 7 can also follow the path of competitors.

In this regard, many people have a natural question: why does a smartphone need a dual camera at all? In order to answer this question, we turn to the history of camera “bifurcation” among mobile devices.

On the wave of "Avatar"

The first smartphones with dual cameras were the LG Optimus 3D Max P725 and the HTC Evo 3D. Their appearance was associated with the active popularization of "home 3D", when it is possible to view volumetric video not only in the cinema.

However, in practice, such models did not receive much popularity, as well as inexpensive amateur cameras for shooting three-dimensional video in general. Unlike blockbusters like Avatar, which encouraged the general public to purchase 3D-enabled home theaters and TVs, this kind of amateur content did not have a hundredth part of the necessary wow effect.

In addition, to view it outside the small screen of a smartphone, special, rather expensive and generally not very convenient equipment was required.

No matter how hard marketers tried to get them to buy LG Optimus 3D and HTC Evo 3D, nothing good came of them in the end. These models remained experimental, although the same Koreans later released the updated LG Optimus 3D LG P920, but it also did not enjoy any noticeable popularity, unlike the "classic" smartphones.

In general, phone manufacturers do not lose hope, especially after relatively inexpensive 3D glasses like Samsung Gear VR. Compared to a 3D TV, they provide a much more immersive experience, while being much cheaper.

In particular, smartphones with 3D cameras Intel RealSense ZR300 (already available to developers) and a joint creation of Google and Lenovo called Project Tango are expected this year.

Cameras as a sensor

Another concept device called the Amazon Fire Phone stands apart, which received as many as 4 (!) front cameras... He also owes his appearance to the popularization of amateur 3D, but he himself could not shoot 3D content.

4 cameras in the Amazon Fire Phone were used as motion sensors when viewing a 3D image on the screen. The chip is interesting, but devoid of any special practical value. In addition, the smartphone was based on a kind of "fork" of Android called Fire OS 3.5, which did not add to its popularity.

Battle for quality

While some manufacturers have experimented with mobile 3D cameras, the Chinese company Huawei has found its use for dual cameras in smartphones - to improve the quality of the images. So in December 2014 appeared Honor smartphone 6 Plus, the predecessor we wrote about at the very beginning.

The fact is that for all its incredible popularity, mobile photography is strongly limited by the small body of a smartphone, into which the rest of the "hardware" still needs to be crammed. And this is even if you do not take into account trends such as the desire to create the thinnest smartphone.

You cannot put a sensor that is too large in a smartphone, for optics you have to invent special compact solutions, the development and production of which is very expensive.

Huawei has found a relatively cheap and practical solution: take two conventional cameras, take a picture with different parameters exposure, and then, based on a pair of resulting pictures, form the final photo.

It also becomes possible to take pictures with different focal lengths (the so-called "post-focus"). The idea is very interesting, but at that time very primitive algorithms Huawei Honor 6 Plus crashes even in "ideal" laboratory conditions (but these crashes can look like interesting effects).

An example of "artistic glitches" from Huawei, taken from here: https://hi-tech.mail.ru/review/huawei_honor_6_plus-rev/

Another "guest" from 2014, which is interesting for the presence of an "auxiliary" camera in addition to the main one. The main task, as in the case of Huawei Honor 6 Plus, is the implementation of "post-focus".

Despite the fact that HTC One M8 allowed taking pictures with the main camera at 4 MPp even better than Samsung Galaxy S5 with its 16 Mp, this was the main merit of not additional camera and UltraPixel technology, which is similar to the DualPixel in the Galaxy S7 and S7 Edge.

About this little-known chinese smartphone, whose main feature was the "professionalism" of mobile photography, was suddenly recalled in the wake of the trend of dual cameras in smartphones. In general, Qiku Q Terra was focused exclusively on the Chinese market, and is extremely rare outside of it.

The iPhone 7 Plus uses two 12MP cameras. One module is wide-angle, it allows you to capture more light and take high-quality pictures even in low light conditions, and the second is telescopic, thanks to which a 2x optical zoom is realized. So you can shoot larger shots and zoom in without losing quality if the subject is far away.

The smartphone also uses portrait mode to keep the foreground in focus and blur the background. As a result, beautiful and expressive portrait photos are obtained, comparable to the quality of DSLR cameras.

In addition to dual cameras, the iPhone 7 Plus features a 5.5-inch Full HD display, a powerful Apple A10 Fusion processor, and stereo speakers. It's all wrapped up in a subtle metal case protected from water and dust according to IP67 standard.

Operating system: iOS 10. Processor: Apple A10. RAM: 3 GB

Huawei P10

Huawei was one of the first to launch smartphones with dual cameras, promoting this feature as a key feature. The very successful P9 came out last year, and its successor, the Huawei P10, went on sale in 2017.

The novelty includes two camera modules, developed jointly with the German company Leica. The first module is color 12 Mp, the second is monochrome with a resolution of 20 Mp. Automation instantly combines images from two cameras, outputting beautiful shots with a wide dynamic range and excellent color reproduction.

Two-camera is also used for the bokeh effect - a beautiful blur of the background. The device is also able to shoot distant objects without loss of quality - for this, a 2x hybrid zoom is used. We did not forget about optical stabilization, which does not allow taking a blurry picture even in low light.

The rest of the characteristics are as follows - 5.1-inch display with Full HD resolution, 4 GB of RAM and 32 GB of internal memory, expandable memory card, an eight-core Kirin 960 processor and a 3200 mAh battery that supports fast charging using Huawei's proprietary SuperCharge technology.

Honor 8

Another smartphone from the company with two cameras. Both modules have a resolution of 12 megapixels. One lens captures black and white images and the other captures color. Both frames are then combined almost instantly. This is necessary to expand the dynamic range - the ability to retain detail in the darkest and lightest areas of the frame.

The camera uses wide aperture mode to blur the background. With this function, you can manually adjust the depth of field during shooting or after the shot has been taken.

In addition, when editing a photo, you can change the focus points, bringing the desired subject to the front. In general, the camera in Honor 8 gives ample opportunities for creativity to its owner.

Honor 8 also boasts a beautiful glass body and a wide range of colors - blue, black, white, pink and gold. Responsible for smartphone operation powerful processor Kirin 950 and 4 GB random access memory... There are two options to choose from - with 32 or 64 GB of internal storage. The battery capacity is 3000 mAh, and the screen is a 5.2-inch IPS matrix with Full HD-resolution.

Xiaomi Mi5s Plus

Xiaomi Mi5s Plus is equipped with a dual main camera with a resolution of 13 MP + 13 MP. One module takes a color image, and the other takes a monochrome one. The main feature of the camera is that the two modules do not work together by default - for this you need to activate a special stereo mode by selecting the icon with the aperture on the display.

The camera becomes noticeably slower in this mode, but it allows you to take pictures with a wider dynamic range and better detail in the dark.

The characteristics of the smartphone are as follows - 5.7-inch Full HD-screen, Qualcomm Snapdragon 821 processor, 4 GB of "RAM", 64 GB of internal memory and a 3800 mAh battery. As a result, we get a big flagship at an attractive price.

LG G5 SE

LG also uses dual cameras in many of its smartphones, but their functionality is radically different from what other manufacturers use. The main module of the G5 SE has a resolution of 16 megapixels, the second is a wide-angle 8-megapixel module with a shooting angle of 135 °.

A separate wide-angle lens, as conceived by the creators, should help photograph panoramic landscapes, tall buildings or groups of people without having to move far from the subject.

Switching modes occurs instantly, for this there are two corresponding buttons in the camera interface. LG research shows that users this smartphone use wide-angle shooting in 55% of cases - this indicates that the function is in great demand.

LG G5 SE is equipped with a 5.3-inch screen with a resolution of 2560x1440 pixels and Always On Display, a Qualcomm Snapdragon 652 processor, as well as 3 GB of RAM and 32 GB of internal memory, a 2800 mAh battery.

In addition, the smartphone is made according to a unique modular system... Instead of a removable bottom panel, you can put various proprietary modules. For example, a handle with additional battery and camera control buttons or a digital-to-analog converter module for music lovers, developed in cooperation with the Danish company Bang & Olufsen.

Asus Zenfone 3 Zoom ZE553KL

Asus unveils Zenfone 3 Zoom at at CES 2017 and now you can buy it in Russia. Main feature smartphone has become a dual camera module.

The main one has a wide-angle lens with a large aperture (f / 1.7) and a 12 megapixel matrix with ASUS SuperPixel technology support. It is designed for everyday scenes including low light.

The second camera - with the same 12 megapixel resolution and 2.3x optical zoom - is used for high-quality close-up shots. That is, the key feature of the device is the 2.3x optical zoom, which allows you to use the zoom without losing quality.

The camera is not the only advantage Asus Zenfone 3 Zoom. A 5000 mAh battery was installed in the novelty - it should be enough for a couple of days of active work.

The smartphone is powered by a Qualcomm Snapdragon 625 processor and 4 GB of RAM, which is enough to run all modern games without freezing. There is 64 GB of memory for data storage, and the screen size is 5.5 inches. And all this at a very attractive price.

ZTE Blade V8

Phab 2 Pro is the world's first smartphone to support Tango, Google's technology that enables augmented reality (AR) to be used in games and apps. The gadget has not even two, but three modules located on the back - the main 16-megapixel camera, a depth camera and a motion tracking camera.

Thanks to the cameras, sensors and developed software listed above, the phone is able to create a 3D model of the room in which it is located. That is, the device is able to track movements, explore environment and perceive the depth of space. This data is then used to superimpose the virtual image on the image of the real world, which is displayed on the phone screen.

At the moment, this is an experimental feature, but it already works great and almost does not make mistakes. But there is also a problem - there is practically no software for this technology yet. We'll have to be content with a few apps and a couple of games.

The Lenovo Phab 2 Pro has decent parts. The device is powered by a Qualcomm Snapdragon 652 processor with clock frequency 1.8 GHz. Also, the Chinese have installed 4 GB of RAM and 64 GB of internal memory (of course, it can be expanded). In addition, under the 6.4-inch Quad-HD-display is located lithium ion battery at 4050 mAh.

Competition among smartphone manufacturers is becoming more serious every year, so buyers are often at a loss as to who should be trusted more. Many people prefer not to experiment and buy gadgets from trusted companies. One of these is the Taiwanese company HTC. Her the lineup quite diverse, so it is rather difficult for buyers to decide which device to choose from the presented manufacturer for everyday use. However, our rating of HTC smartphones, which are most worthy of attention, will help to facilitate the difficult choice.

Best inexpensive HTC smartphones

The HTC company produces devices of all price ranges, so even lovers of budget electronics should pay attention to the lineup of the Asian company. Smartphones in this segment attract attention good quality assembly and reliability, while the cost of smartphones within 10,000 rubles sometimes becomes a pleasant surprise for buyers, since at first glance, gadgets seem to be much more expensive. In addition to the basic functionality, the phones are equipped with some additional functions, which are often found only in higher class models.

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1.HTC Desire 530

Among the "state employees" of the Taiwanese company, it is qualitatively distinguished by an inexpensive, but good Desire smartphone 530. Stylish and neat model in polycarbonate case attracts, first of all, with its pleasant design and bright 5-inch screen with Super LCD technology and HD-resolution. Although budget smartphones usually work on small ranges of network coverage, the phone in question works well with 3G and 4G, as well as LTE-A up to Cat-4. The rear camera, which is equipped with an F / 2.4 aperture with an 8 megapixel matrix, also performs well, which allows you to take good-quality photos in daylight. The internal memory of the Desire 530 is quite small - 16 GB, but an additional microSD slot allows you to use memory cards up to 2 TB.

Advantages:

• excellent 2200 mAh lithium polymer battery;
• clean high quality sound speaker and headphone;
• original design;
• bright and color-rich display;
• NFC support (the ability to make contactless payments via Android Pay);
• low price.

Disadvantages:

• weak hardware: Qualcomm Snapdragon 210 chip and 1.5 GB of RAM;
• support for only one SIM card.

2.HTC Desire 650

The most popular budget today mobile phone The Desire 650 has improved performance compared to the previous model: a Qualcomm Snapdragon 400 processor with 4 cores and 2 GB of RAM. It works really fast, so when choosing an inexpensive model, it is better to buy this particular smartphone, spending a couple thousand more, but at the same time getting a qualitatively new level of performance. Externally, the device is also very attractive due to the stylish body with rounded corners and a pleasant 5-inch HD screen covered with Gorilla Glass. The rear camera of the device shows itself much better: judging by the reviews of the owners of the smartphone, 13-megapixel optics with an aperture of f / 2.2 are capable of excellent shooting not only during the day, but also at night. It is worth mentioning well the quality of the device's connection: support for 4G LTE-A Cat.4 networks allows you to always stay connected and use mobile internet at an amazing speed.

Advantages:

• excellent smooth operation of the system;
• microSD support up to 2 TB;
• original approach to design;
• lithium polymer battery 2200 mAh;
• excellent build quality.

Disadvantages:

• support for only one SIM card;
• under load, it heats up noticeably.

The best HTC smartphones with a good camera

Decent optics on mobile devices in modern society is valued no less than long-term autonomous work... Not all manufacturers manage to equip smartphones with really powerful cameras, since the number of megapixels in the matrix is ​​not the main indicator of the quality of shooting. Naturally, the price of phones with good optics is noticeably higher, but buying a separate camera will cost more, and it is far from always practical to carry an additional device with you. Fortunately, in the ranking of HTC smartphones, there were a couple of places for gadgets that give owners the most best experience from photography.

1.HTC Desire 10 Pro

Desire 10 Pro is destined to become the first TOP smartphone in the review. A year ago, when announcing a new product, the developers paid special attention to the detailed optics of the phone, which is capable of taking excellent photos in almost any conditions. Indeed, the main camera received a 20 megapixel matrix, laser autofocus and f / 2.2 aperture, due to which neither night time nor bad weather can prevent the user from taking a couple of excellent high-quality pictures. HTC engineers were also pleasantly surprised in terms of acoustics: both speakers of the smartphone stand out good sound, and even in headphones, there is no need to complain about the sound of audio and video files. In many IT forums, high marks were given to the phone's performance: the 8-core Helio P10 chip from MediaTek and 4 GB RAM made the gadget incredibly fast. The users are especially pleased with the fact that you can buy a smartphone with the characteristics of a flagship for less than 19,000 rubles.

Advantages:

• rich 5.5-inch Full HD-screen;
• support for 2 SIM cards, 4G LTE-A Cat-6 communication standard;
• strained glass Gorilla Glass;
• price - functionality ratio;
• the ability to expand the memory of SD cards;
• a magnificent 13 megapixel front camera.

2.HTC One M9 Plus

A couple of years ago, this gadget was considered one of the best phones from HTC, after all, a 5.2-inch Quad HD display, a metal case and a fingerprint scanner on the front panel in one bottle were a very non-trivial set. Now the cost of a smartphone has decreased by almost 2 times, thanks to which the ratio of price and quality of a smartphone has become insanely attractive. Indeed, it is almost impossible to buy a top-end phone for 18,000 rubles. In addition to the interesting design, the device is distinguished by fantastic dual optics with matrices of 20 megapixels (main sensor) and 2.1 megapixels (scene depth sensor). Such a phone can easily replace a real professional camera. It is worth noting a good 4 megapixel front camera with Ultrapixel technology, which captures every detail of the face.

Advantages:

• high performance: 8-core Helio X10 Turbo chip and 3 GB of RAM;
• microSD slot up to 2 TB;
• protective Gorilla Glass;
• reliability in work;
• assembly at the highest level;
• excellent work of the 4G LTE communication module.

Disadvantages:

• a relatively thick body;
• batteries at 2840 mAh, not enough for such a screen resolution.

The best HTC smartphones with dual sim cards

If you analyze the market based on customer reviews about smartphones, you can make a kind of model of an ideal device. In addition to the top technical characteristics, excellent optics and attractive design, a smartphone should have connectors for two SIM cards, since in modern society every second has at least two mobile numbers... HTC long time they were a little dismissive of the trend of switching to two SIM card slots, but in the end they succumbed to the "fashion", as a result of which we got great flagships, which are not only pleasant to use, but also practical.

1. HTC U11

Currently the most best model HTC's phone is the U11. This is a real grand smartphone market. The manufacturer offered a 5.5-inch display with Super LCD 5 technology and Quad HD resolution, thanks to which every pixel appears incredibly rich and bright. Tempered Gorilla Glass latest model, protection according to the IP67 standard and a reliable sturdy case make the smartphone practically invulnerable to all kinds of damage and malfunctions. The performance of this powerful smartphone Seems limitless: the 8-core Snapdragon 835 processor and incredible 6GB of RAM leave no chance for even the most demanding applications. And, of course, one cannot ignore the main innovation from HTC that made the U11 unique: Edge technology Sense allows you to control the phone by compressing the case, setting different functions for each pressure level. No other gadget in the world can boast of such an option.

Advantages:

• 12 megapixel camera with optical stabilization and F / 1.7 aperture;
• front optics 16 Mp;
• built-in memory for 128 GB;
• two SIM cards with VoLTE support;
• fast charging function;
• Sensor Hub tracker module for tracking physical activity.

Disadvantages:

• absent.

2. HTC U Ultra

Smartphone U Ultra with a large screen of 5.7 inches is known not only for performance and functionality, but also for the presence of an additional display of 2.05 inches. Everything is clear with the main screen: Quad HD resolution, Super LCD 5 technology, amazing image. But what is the small screen at the top of the smartphone for? In fact, its purpose can be completely different: the notification line, the panel quick access, player, weather widget and much more. Without taking away the useful space of the main screen, the additional one makes the smartphone more practical. But not only two displays are the advantages of the device. The phone received excellent rear optics of 12 megapixels with laser autofocus and F / 1.8 aperture and no less decent front one of 16 megapixels. Both SIM cards can work on VoLTE bands.

Advantages:

• good performance: Snapdragon 821 chip with 4 cores and 4 GB of RAM;
• mechanical button, fingerprint scanner;
• Sensor Hub tracker module;
• great sound;
• stylish modern design;
• system speed;
• port USB Type-C, support for fast charging.

Disadvantages:

• Mediocre 3,000mAh battery
• no classic headphone jack (wireless only).

3. HTC U Play

The next high-quality smartphone is slightly inferior in characteristics previous models however, this does not make it less attractive. On the contrary, the price reduction to 18,000-19,000 rubles attracts much more buyers, because the flagships on average price range- rare guests. The design of the device did not become innovative, but the image quality did not suffer from this: the Full HD format and 5.2 inches with Super LCD demonstrate an excellent combination of brightness and saturation of the photo. The classic body of the smartphone received a mechanical button with a fingerprint scanner and tempered glass, so there are no questions about the appearance of the U Play. The performance has become almost imperceptibly lower: the 8-core Helio P10 chip can hardly be called weak or average, and 4 GB of RAM with a margin is enough for serious workload and multitasking. Both SIM card slots do not work with VoLTE, but LTE-A Cat-6 support is more than enough for a comfortable network experience.

Advantages:

• front optics 16 Mp;
• very fast work fingerprint scanner;
• reliable sturdy case;
• USB Type-C port, support for fast charging;
• built-in memory 64 GB, slot for microSD up to 2 TB;

Disadvantages:

• weak 2500 mAh battery (autonomy a little less than a day);
• no standard audio jack.

Which HTC smartphone to buy

Popular and highly promoted brands are by no means a guarantee that their lineup is replete with high-quality novelties. Of course, the number of gadgets of the Taiwanese company cannot compete with those of Apple and Samsung. However, choosing the best smartphone from the HTC brand can be quite tricky, as the company has more than enough decent electronics. The buyer can be sure of the quality and reliability of the offered phones. The only thing that needs to be chosen is the appropriate design and characteristics for your own needs.

A smartphone from HTC with two cameras for 3D shooting and a screen on which you can watch stereo images without glasses is officially presented to the world. HTC Evo 3D at the presentation in Moscow was revealed as a phone from the future, and even recently we were fascinated by Sensation! However, the future has come abruptly and is already being sold in stores. Now it only remains to decide: why do we need a phone with 3D technology, or is it all just a banal marketing gimmick?

Video report from the presentation of HTC EVO 3D

The presentation in Moscow, at which the newcomer was introduced, was held in a cozy place - a restaurant Dome... A place to match the hero of the occasion: labyrinths of aisles, a cozy veranda, an unusual cinema hall with armchairs extending upward - solid 3D and depth of space. This time there was not much fanfare - the representatives of the company decided to hold the press conference in an informal setting. This is justified: according to the application Andrey Kormiltsev, head of the Russian branch Htc, we will have about five more models this year, and each one can be presented in different ways.

HTC EVO 3D - A New Look on 3D

A special cocktail was developed for the appearance Revo, apparently a hint at the stereo image, which is lost with ordinary drinks and the revolutionary nature of the project, but how else - a three-dimensional phone is now the main trend of the season for both manufacturers and buyers. That is why specialists from Htc his new brainchild is nothing more than a toy for those who want to be at the height of fashion and technology. According to Evgeniya Pavlov a, product manager of the company Htc, this phone will be bought by exactly those people who then give advice to their friends and acquaintances, who will show their 3D content on their TVs and monitors that also support 3D.

Generally when using 3D functions various devices the main problem is the inability to watch absolutely all films in stereo mode, the eyes simply get tired, but at the same time games, own photos and videos appear, which will really surprise neighbors and friends. It's no joke - your own film in 3D, for example, of a newborn, will be taken for granted in 20 years, but very few cameras can already shoot it, and even more so, phones: the presence of two cameras is a prerequisite.

HTC EVO 3D dedicated screen

But an important parameter is the screen on which you can watch all this: having brought photos and videos from the presentation HTC EVO 3D, we found ourselves in a difficult situation - there was not a single 3D player in the editorial office at that time. But with HTC EVO 3D there are no such problems - a huge 4.3-inch screen shows content right away, including it in three-dimensional form, if the user has not turned off the 3D mode, be it a game, a movie or his own photos. The editor's computer ended up with seemingly useless files in the DCIM directory on microSD card with the .mpo extension and video files consisting of two stereo halves. Naturally for readers site these files will help you compare devices in terms of quality, estimate the size of files. Soon samples will be in our detailed review dedicated to the device and capabilities HTC EVO 3D.

HTC EVO 3D in hand
Mode switch and camera button HTC EVO 3D

HTC EVO 3D - specifications

What kind of device does the user get for the manufacturer's recommended price of 29,990 rubles? For this decent money, the buyer buys one that has similar dimensions, a slightly thicker case, the same processor, a little more RAM, but less Mpx in each camera, which is why video HTC EVO 3D recorded at a maximum of 720p. with its 8 Mpx, it makes it possible to shoot FullHD up to 1080p. Naturally, what is FullHD in a phone and what is its quality is a topic for a separate article, but HTC EVO 3D in the presence of a stereo screen that does not require glasses, and this is an indisputable advantage when an almost identical device gradually evolves, acquiring new functions. For the "3D" prefix, the user pays about 4-5 thousand rubles. If he does not need this function, the choice is obvious. However, for those who dream of novelties, but do not perceive 3D images, you can purchase this phone - the engineers have implemented a special mechanical switch on the body of the device. In the "2D" position, the device simply does not perceive stereo content.

Of the features, it can be noted that a device with a red edging of the camera block will not be delivered to Russia, only a yellow one. In addition, a phone with two cameras can be used as a rangefinder - there is already a question for application developers under Google android , but in this case, this device will be able to help builders, engineers - workers in various fields, where you just need to measure the distance to the object. If desired, you can use such a scheme to warn the driver in the car about approaching another object - if he is distracted. These fantasies, according to representatives Htc are quite feasible.

Dual cameras on HTC EVO 3D HTC EVO 3D Smartphone HTC EVO 3D Smartphone

How to shoot 3D on HTC EVO 3D

As for the quality of the 3D picture, here it is necessary to immediately mention a few nuances. To begin with, let's count: two cameras, each of which gives 5 megapixels in the usual mode, will give out only half of its quality in stereo mode due to the peculiarities of the stereo shooting technology. It will turn out to be about 2 megapixels per file, which after processing will be even less - most graphic MPO files weigh no more than a megabyte, but half Jpg file, which we extracted from the MPO - 127 kilobytes in general, but its parameters remain the same - 1920x1080, that is, the information density per pixel is very low. The second feature is the best shooting mode in 3D - horizontal. The phone does not allow to turn the camera and change the angle, writes a warning and refuses to take pictures, no matter how hard we tried.

Photo - half stereo file HTC EVO 3D - trying to shoot in vertical position
HTC EVO 3D - horizontal shooting

One thing can be said - there will be plenty of fans of this model, people who first took a smartphone in their hands HTC EVO 3D, could stand for an hour, sorting through pictures, videos, playing pre-installed 3D games and entertaining themselves with a new world of volumetric image. Various situations when shooting people and objects, then make us look at this unique image again and again. Yes, you need to hold the smartphone exactly in front of your eyes, but so far the viewing angles in this technology are generally absent as a concept, especially on small screens... Having chosen the right market development strategy, employees Htc are promoting more and more advanced devices to the market, inventing new qualities and functionality in seemingly familiar things and programs.