Huawei S7 Android Tablet Review

1. Huawei S7 Android Tablet Review

The Huawei S7 is a 7-inch tablet equipped with Android OS 2.1 and a relatively fast Qualcomm Snapdragon 768 MHz processor. It comes with 3G and WiFi support and can also be used to make phone calls with the benefit of headphones. Considering the S7 also has a 2-megapixel front-facing camera, this Android tablet seems very impressive on paper.
However, this is not the case, and despite solid and convincing performance, the tablet disappoints with its rather poor display above all, followed by hefty weight, which does not make it practical for usage on the go.


BUILD & DESIGN
From the outside, Huawei S7 looks modern. It is made out of an aluminum and black plastic combination, is mildly rounded and includes a kickstand to prop it upright on a table. Underneath the kickstand is the battery lid with the SIM card slot. Various control keys are located along the sides, in natural and expected spots, making it easy for users to understand their functions during the first handling.

The tablet's relative bulk is usual for a device with a seven-inch screen (8.2 x 4.3 x 0.6 inches), but its 1.13 lb (battery included) weight is too much for such a tablet (by comparison, the Samsung Galaxy Tab, which also comes with a 7-inch screen, weighs 0.8 lb). Thus, users can hold and operate the S7 with one hand, but with some discomfort.

The left side of the screen includes buttons found on many Android OS-equipped phones, including the return to home screen key, the contents key and the one-step-return key for browsing the menu. Facing right from the screen are a red and a green buttons for accepting and blocking or ending calls, as well as a trackpad that can be used for selecting objects on the screen if you do not wish to use your finger or the stylus.

Display
The touchscreen has an 800 x 480-pixel resolution, far more appropriate for smartphones and other devices with smaller screens. This is very evident on the S7's seven-inch display. Screen imaging is very rough, with jaggy edges and poor details. Also, colors seem rather pale and inaccurate on it.
The device comes with a resistive touchscreen, not a capacitive one. This is why the S7 is not a multitouch device, despite the fact that Android 2.1 supports it. As a result, websites and images have to be tapped to zoom in and out, rather than pinched. Furthermore, the screen is sluggish, which can be confusing for the user, especially when typing fast on the display keyboard.

On the bright side, the display's touch detection is surprisingly precise, and the S7 retains visibility even with direct sunlight exposure.
Keeping in mind that multitouch is not supported and that the screen does not detect touches instantly, Huawei decided to deliver a stylus with the device, which is attached to its side, as well as the mentioned trackpad. With the stylus, the S7 experience is more pleasant, and the screen is cleaner due to fewer visible fingerprints.

2. Huawei S7 Performance

PERFORMANCE The device performs quite well and credit goes to Qualcomm's Snapdragon 768 MHz processor. It puts out appropriate power for Android OS 2.1 and a device with the S7's screen resolution. The built-in memory capacity is low, only 256 MB. However, the S7 comes with a microSD card slot for expanded storage.

The front-facing camera has only a 2-megapixel resolution and spits out poorly focused images with pale colors and cold hues. It's best reserved primarily for video calls.
The software is the best part of this device. Apart from running a not-so-old Android OS version, Huawei has prepared a special user interface skin. As a result, internet communication, entertainment and the phone application are singled out in special tabs, along with access to user-selected favorite apps.
Connectivity and Call Quality
The web browser renders sites with great speed, irrelevant of WiFi or 3G internet connection. All web sites are finely interpreted, unless they contain Flash, as Flash is not supported. Regardless of the fact that the iPad doesn't support Flash either, this is a great shortcoming for the Huawei S7. Flash support has become a standard part of all new tablets and most smartphones.
On the other hand, the S7 can be used for phone calls, not just data transfer, which is a good thing. The application for making calls is standard; that is, it's available on mobile phones with this OS. Also, the sound quality is also very good for Huawei S7 users as well as the folks on the other end. SMS exchange is also supported, of course, along with many other applications, which can be subsequently installed via the Android Market.



3.Huawei S7 Conclusion

CONCLUSION
Summing up all the plusses and minuses, this device has features that evidently surpass its real-life usability. With very solid and convincing performance, this tablet is somewhat deficient with many elements (primarily the screen and weight) coming in well below the current industry standard. Thus, compared to advanced smartphones that include the Android OS, the S7 offers nothing more apart from a larger screen. With that in mind, it's probably best used for speedy internet browsing at home.

Pros:

• Android OS 2.1 with quality UI skin
• 3G support and voice call support
• Solid performance

Cons:

• Poor screen
• Heavy
• Poor camera
• No Flash support