Cherry Mobile Flare Lite Review

Got hold Flare Lite, the cheapest of the Flare series by Cherry Mobile.

The Flare Lite comes in all plastic design with black at the front while colored body and matte back cover that depends on what you choose from the 7 colors – yellow, white, green, magenta, cyan, black, and red. I really like the colored body that acts as a great accent feature with or without the back cover and reminds me of HTC designs aesthetic. It is very light but is well put together as there are no creaking when handling the device. The matte-like back cover provides grip and is anti-fingerprint that makes Flare Lite presentable at all times.

All ports are located at the top which is good as you won’t be flipping the handset when using the device while it is charging or listening to music. On the left side is the volume rocker and power/lock button. On the back is the dedicated 5MP Camera and Flash as well as Loudspeaker. Upfront is 4 inch WVGA LCD Capacitive Display.

Under the hood, it is powered by 1.0GHz Mediatek MT6572 Dual-Core Processor accompanied by Mali400 GPU. Memory is handled by 512MB RAM and 4GB Internal Storage. Upon testing, the Flare Lite runs smooth Android KitKat with slight lag and the same case goes when playing games and multitasking. However, Memory management is better and optimized as even with apps running on background it still performs. You have more usable storage with more than 2GB available.

In terms of connectivity, WiFi and Bluetooth works with good coverage and fast connectivity. GPS also picks up location quick but also depends on environment. It supports HSPA+ data connectivity but data depends on your network provider.

The 5MP camera is acceptable though I find it washout and underexposed so make sure you have fair enough of light even with Flash. 2MP Front camera does its jobs that produce decent selfies.

With Flash

Low Light No Flash

Front-Camera Output

Flare lite last about half the day of moderate use of games, data, wifi including call and text.

Overall, the Flare Lite is mix of style and function for entry level device. Optimize performance with Android KitKat matched with reliable and adequate hardware plus working camera and connectivity that covers all your Smartphones basic needs in a bright colorful fashion. Priced for 2,700 Pesos.

Specs Summary

Android 4.4 Kitat
4-inch Capacitive Display
1GHz Dual-Core Processor
Mediatek MTK6572
Mali 400 GPU
512MB RAM
4GB Internal Storage
Expandable up to 64GB via microSD
5MP Back camera
With Flash
2MP Front camera
WiFi,
Bluetooth
Dual-SIM, Dual-Standby
1300mAh battery
Php 2,699

Cherry Mobile Volt Specs Price

Here's another budget offering by Cherry Mobile - the Volt.

The Volt runs Android KitKat on a basic 4 inch WVGA Display powered by Dual-Core (Mediatek MT6572) Processor with Mali 400 GPU. Internal Storage is 4GB and is expandable via MicroSD. No word on memory but at its price range it must be 512MB but if it be more then the better. Usual connectivity WiFi, Bluetooth and should also have GPS and HSPA+. It's Dual Sim / Dual Standby handset so could have two networks in one device. A 5MP with Led Flash and VGA for Front camera for its optical features.

It is entry level after all so it will be perfect for first time android user, students or just those with minimal phone, text and social media. For 2,299, it may well end up on your list for gift giving.

Specs Summary

Cherry Mobile Volt

4 inch WVGA Display

1GHz Dual-Core Processor
Mediatek MT6572
Mali 400 GPU
4G Internal Storage
Expandable via MicroSD up to 64GB
5MP Primary Back Camera
With LED Flash
VGA Front Camera
HSPA+
WiFi
Bluetooth
GPS
Dual Sim/Dual Stand By
2,299 Pesos

Asus Zenfone 6 Is Now Available

The Bigger Zenfone 6 is Now Available.

Asus highly competitive Zenfones is complete from the small 4 inch size to 5 inch and now 6 incher.

Like the Zenfone 5 it sports the same internal hardware - 1.6GHz Intel Atom Z2560 with PowerVR 544MP2 GPU, 2GB RAM and 16GB Internal Storage. As the name suggest it will come with a 6 inch HD IPS Display with Corning Gorilla Glass 3 and Ultra-sensitive touch panel. If you prefer bigger screen then this one is a contender.

For its camera, it sports a 13MP primary back camera supported with single LED Flash and 2MP Front. The magic of Asus PixelMaster technology will surely provide you a more enjoyable camera experience.

Connectivity also matches the Zenfone 5 with high bandwidth HSPA+ plus the regular WiFi, Bluetooth and GPS.

Battery has been increased to 3300mAh which should support the bigger screen and also provide more juice.

Price is just steep at 11,995.00. People may look at Xiaomi Mi3 with high-end hardware but at dirt-cheap price. They can offer Zenfone 5 at lower price yet for Zenfone 6 they can't do the same.

Overall, Asus Zenfone brings quality products with new and unique experience among countless Android in the market. With Zenfone 6 you get that on a bigger display and longer usage.

What do you think geeks? Is the Price right for added screen size and battery life? Feel free to comment.

It is Now Available here:
Asus Zenfone 6 (16GB)

Specs Summary
Android 4.3 Jelly Bean
Upgradeable to 4.4 KitKat
6 inch HD IPS Display
1.6GHz Dual-Core Processor
Intel Atom Z2560
Quad-Threaded (Supports Hyper-Threading)
2GB RAM
16GB Internal Storage
Expandable via MicroSD
13MP Back Camera
With Flash
2MP Front Camera
HSPA+
WiFi
Bluetooth
GPS
3300mAh Battery