CONTENT
- 1 Not like everyone else: features of dual screen phones
- 2 Why a dual-display phone is a rare occurrence in communication stores
- 3 Advantages and disadvantages of similar products
- 4 Overview of smartphones with two displays
- 5 Video: 5 best smartphones with two screens
Not like everyone else: features of dual screen phones
The main purpose of having two screens, regardless of the type of communication means (phone or smartphone), is to achieve maximum usability. On different displays, you can solve different tasks, and, moreover, performing them simultaneously. All manufactured devices equipped with two screens can be divided into several groups:
- with touch color display;
- with monochrome display;
- with a screen based on E-ink;
- models assembled in half (breaking, sliding), equipped with two identical screens;
- "Clamshells".
Why a dual-display phone is a rare occurrence in communication stores
There are not many reasons for the fact that phones equipped with two displays are not many, there are several:
- The display is a rather expensive element, therefore the considered models are distinguished by high cost, which leads to low consumer demand for such devices.
- In addition, the development of new products that differ from the traditional configuration is associated with the involvement of qualified specialists both at the design stage and for the manufacture of a pilot batch, which also affects their cost.
- The main production facilities of companies producing such equipment are "sharpened" for the production of gadgets traditional configuration, and changing technologies is quite costly, especially for small firms working on this market of goods.
- Users are accustomed to models with one screen and do not consider it necessary to shell out extra funds for devices that do not understand the meaning and purpose of the new options.
Advantages and disadvantages of similar products
Currently, phones with two displays are gradually conquering their consumers, and the reason for this is the advantages of such devices:
- the presence of two screens makes control of the device more convenient, easy and intuitive;
- the capabilities of the device are expanding, allowing you to solve several tasks at the same time;
- when using a number of applications that provide information on the Internet, you can work on an additional display, not including the main one, which increases the period of operation on a single charge of the gadget.
However, like any technical device, phones with two displays have their drawbacks, of which the main one is a high cost, in comparison with analogs equipped with one screen, as well as other disadvantages inherent in each specific models.
Overview of smartphones with two displays
Smartphone models with two displays are in strong demand among a certain group of consumers, and therefore the most large manufacturing companies are trying not to lose their place in this market of goods and are developing new models of such devices. In this section of the article, the most popular models of smartphones with two displays will be considered, according to user reviews and sales volumes of trading organizations.
"Yota Phone 2"
The model was developed by a domestic manufacturer, the Yota company, and this is the device that comes to mind of most users when it comes to a smartphone with two screens. Both displays of this device are treated with a special coating that provides strength and resistance to mechanical damage (scratches, cuts, etc.).
The second, additional screen, located on the back of the device, is made in such a way that it is ideal for reading e-books and other text editors. This effect is achieved due to the fact that this screen is based on electronic ink.
The main technical characteristics of the model:
- main screen - 5 ", with a resolution of 1920 × 1080 pixels;
- second screen - 4.7 ", with a resolution of 960 × 540 pixels;
- CPU - Qualcomm Snapdragon 800;
- OS - Android 4.4;
- RAM - 2 GB;
- built-in memory - 32 GB;
- camera - 8 and 2.1 megapixels;
- battery - 2500 mAh.
The main advantages of the model are such indicators as:
- high performance;
- long period of work on one charge.
Among the shortcomings, it should be noted:
- both displays cannot work at the same time;
- no SD slot.
The average cost when sold through cellular salons, as of the II quarter of 2019, is 13,900 rubles.
Yota Phone 2
"Yota Phone 3"
This model is distinguished by high performance, which was achieved by increasing the amount of RAM. In addition, all other technical characteristics have been improved, which undoubtedly affected the cost of the smartphone.
Main technical characteristics:
- main screen - 5.5 ", with a resolution of 1920 × 1080 pixels;
- second screen – 5,2";
- CPU - Snapdragon 625;
- OS - Android 7.0;
- RAM - 4 GB;
- built-in memory - 64 GB;
- camera - 13 and 12 Mp;
- battery - 3200 mAh.
In addition to excellent technical characteristics, the advantages include:
- stylish design;
- the presence of a fingerprint sensor.
The main disadvantage is the non-removable battery. The average cost when sold through cellular salons, as of the II quarter of 2019, is 25,000 rubles.
Yota Phone 3
Highscreen Ice 2
The model is outwardly similar to other analogs equipped with one screen, but it is the presence of a small second that makes it stand out from this series. On the side faces there are slots for SIM and SD cards up to 256 GB.
Model specifications:
- main screen - 4.7 ", with a resolution of 1280 × 720 pixels;
- second screen - matrix 22 × 3 mm;
- CPU - MediaTek MT6592;
- OS - Android 4.4;
- RAM - 2 GB;
- built-in memory - 16 GB;
- camera - 13 and 2 Mp;
- battery - 2500 mAh.
The average cost when sold through cellular salons, as of the II quarter of 2019, is 11,500 rubles.
Smartphone Highscreen
"LG V20"
A distinctive feature of this smartphone is that the additional screen is located on the front, and not on the back, like most similar devices.
It displays important information and messages from installed applications.
Main technical characteristics:
- main screen - 5.7 ", with a resolution of 2560 × 1440 pixels;
- second screen - 1040 × 160 pixels;
- CPU - Qualcomm Snapdragon 820;
- OS - Android 7.0;
- RAM - 4 GB;
- built-in memory - 64 GB;
- double chamber - 16/8 Mp;
- battery - 3200 mAh.
The average cost when sold through cellular salons, as of the II quarter of 2019, is 22,000 rubles.
LG Smartphone
"LG X view K500DS"
An interesting model equipped with an unusual second screen, which is always on and displays the date and time, battery power and notifications from installed applications.
Main technical characteristics of "LG X view K500DS":
- main screen - 4.93 ", with a resolution of 1280 × 720 pixels;
- second screen - 1.76 ", with a resolution of 520 × 80 pixels;
- CPU - Qualcomm MSM8916;
- OS - Android 6.0;
- RAM - 2 GB;
- built-in memory - 16 GB;
- camera - 13 and 8 Mp;
- battery - 2300 mAh.
The average cost when sold through cellular salons, as of the II quarter of 2019, is 9,500 rubles.
LG Smartphone
"HTC U Ultra"
This smartphone, in addition to having two displays, is equipped with two powerful cameras in comparison with analogues - 12 and 16 megapixels, which allows it to be used for shooting high quality images in various life situations. The model can be equipped with an additional memory card with a capacity of up to 2 terabytes, which significantly expands its capabilities.
Model specifications:
- main screen - 5.7 ", with a resolution of 2560 × 1140 pixels;
- second screen - with a resolution of 1040 × 160 pixels;
- OS - Android 7.0;
- RAM - 4 GB;
- built-in memory - 64 GB;
- camera - 16 and 12 megapixels;
- battery - 3000 mAh.
The average cost when sold through cellular salons, as of the II quarter of 2019, is 30,000 rubles.
HTC U Ultra
"DOOGEE T3"
A smartphone from Chinese manufacturers has a standard set of options typical for models in this price segment. The second screen is located at the top of the device, and its functions are rather limited.
Smartphone specifications:
- main screen - 4.7 ", with a resolution of 1280 × 720 pixels;
- second screen – 0,96";
- CPU - MediaTek MT6753;
- OS - Android 6.0;
- RAM - 3 GB;
- built-in memory - 32 GB;
- camera - 13 and 5 megapixels;
- battery - 3200 mAh.
The average cost when sold through cellular salons, as of the II quarter of 2019, is 9,500 rubles.
smartphone DOOGEE
ZTE Axon
Other smartphones with 2 screens
Among smartphones equipped with two screens, but not as popular as those discussed above, it should be noted such models as "Meizu Pro", "Hisense A2" and "ZTE Axon M". In addition, you can still find clamshell cell phones with two screens in the salons of cellular communication. In this category, the most demanded models are:
- "Vertex C309" - worth 2,400 rubles;
- Fly Ezzy Trendy 2 - worth 7,900 rubles.
- "Philips E320" - worth 4,700 rubles.
And in order to better imagine how phones with two screens look like, we suggest watching a video review.
Video: 5 best smartphones with two screens
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