The Samsung S6 edge has set such high standards for its competitors that coming close to it in a tightly knit Android industry is increasingly tough. Last year, when Huawei released it flagship Ascend P7, they got us excited with a high-performing, premium packaged smartphone in a beautiful slender chassis. In the long run, rigorous, consistent implementation of technology and the quality is imminent for the company to remain competitive with its peers.
With its latest introduction, Huawei deserts the Ascend moniker, simply naming the phone P8. Judging by the looks, the P8 has improved in various areas, particularly specs and design. But does it keep up with the same level of quality, stability and promise that Apple and Samsung offer?
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The premium hard-lined design of P8 that’s evenly flat both on the front and back is accentuated further by its chiselled curved edges. Going by the materials used, the smartphone gives us the feel of a sturdy, strong construction that feels solid to hold in the hand. The P8 features the power button, volume controls, microSD slot, and SIM slot on its right, the 3.5mm headphone jack and noise-cancelling mic on its top edge, and the microUSB port, microphone, and speaker along the bottom side of the phone. The power and volume buttons are the only physical buttons on the P8, and they sit so closely next to each other that it's easy to hit the wrong button.
These days, where quad-HD screens are becoming extremely popular, Huawei has opted for 5.2-inch 1080 x 1920 JDI IPS-Neo display. This also means it is one of finest full HD screens till date, allowing for big, bright and readable details for both near and far viewing. The P8's screen is one area where it impresses one and all.
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The speakerphone is top-notch, clear and powerful, marching its way through noisy environments.
The P8 comes inbuilt with a 2680 mAh battery, which delivers a standard one-day of operation from a normal charge. But it takes a painstakingly 3.5 hours to charge from critical to 100%. Though the S6 charges in half the time, we're still happy with the P8's battery performance.
Value for Money (9/10)
Sure, Huawei is not a big brand as Apple or Samsung, but don't rule it out. It could turn out to be the best value phone of the year if it gets the attention it deserves. It is much cheaper than its competitors and has all the features a flagship phone should have. An amazing processor, a better than ever 13-megapixel main camera and a great screen. Its specs and performance rival some of the biggest releases this year, including the Galaxy S6 and HTC One M9.
Pros
Exclusive metal design
Top ranking images
Cheaper than most other flagship phones
Expandable storage
With its latest introduction, Huawei deserts the Ascend moniker, simply naming the phone P8. Judging by the looks, the P8 has improved in various areas, particularly specs and design. But does it keep up with the same level of quality, stability and promise that Apple and Samsung offer?
Look, …show more content…
The premium hard-lined design of P8 that’s evenly flat both on the front and back is accentuated further by its chiselled curved edges. Going by the materials used, the smartphone gives us the feel of a sturdy, strong construction that feels solid to hold in the hand. The P8 features the power button, volume controls, microSD slot, and SIM slot on its right, the 3.5mm headphone jack and noise-cancelling mic on its top edge, and the microUSB port, microphone, and speaker along the bottom side of the phone. The power and volume buttons are the only physical buttons on the P8, and they sit so closely next to each other that it's easy to hit the wrong button.
These days, where quad-HD screens are becoming extremely popular, Huawei has opted for 5.2-inch 1080 x 1920 JDI IPS-Neo display. This also means it is one of finest full HD screens till date, allowing for big, bright and readable details for both near and far viewing. The P8's screen is one area where it impresses one and all.
Features …show more content…
The speakerphone is top-notch, clear and powerful, marching its way through noisy environments.
The P8 comes inbuilt with a 2680 mAh battery, which delivers a standard one-day of operation from a normal charge. But it takes a painstakingly 3.5 hours to charge from critical to 100%. Though the S6 charges in half the time, we're still happy with the P8's battery performance.
Value for Money (9/10)
Sure, Huawei is not a big brand as Apple or Samsung, but don't rule it out. It could turn out to be the best value phone of the year if it gets the attention it deserves. It is much cheaper than its competitors and has all the features a flagship phone should have. An amazing processor, a better than ever 13-megapixel main camera and a great screen. Its specs and performance rival some of the biggest releases this year, including the Galaxy S6 and HTC One M9.
Pros
Exclusive metal design
Top ranking images
Cheaper than most other flagship phones
Expandable storage