Acer Iconia Talk S
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Display: 7.0 inches, 720 x 1280 pixels
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Chipset: Mediatek MT8735
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RAM: 2GB
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OS: Android 6.0 (Marshmallow)
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Battery: 3400 mAh
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Released Date: 31-08-2016
Specifications
General
| Device Type | Android Tablet |
| Model | Acer Iconia Talk S, Acer A1-734 |
| Released | August, 2016 |
| Status | Discontinued |
Design
| Dimensions | 191.7 x 101 x 9.4 mm |
| Weight | 260 g |
| Colors | Black |
Display
| Display Type Display Technology => A number of display technologies and types used in mobile phones => TFT (Thin Film Transistor), IPS (In-Place Switching), OLED (Organic Light Emitting Diode), AMOLED (Active-Matrix Organic Light-Emitting Diode), Super AMOLED (an even advanced version of AMOLED), Resistive Touchscreen (Resistive touchscreens contain two layer of conductive material with a very small gap between them which acts as a resistance), Capacitive Touchsceen (Capacitive touchscreen technology consists of a layer of glass coated with a transparent conductor) | IPS LCD |
| Size | 7.0 inches |
| Resolution | 720 x 1280 pixels |
| Pixel Density Pixel Density (PPI) is refers to the concentration of pixels on a particular display, measured in pixels per inch (ppi). Pixel density is calculated by dividing the diagonal pixel resolution of a display by its diagonal size, higher pixel density better display quality. | ~210 ppi |
| Features | Capacitive touchscreen |
Platform
| Operating System OS => Every computer system run on a base software called Operating System (OS). Operating System controls all basic operations of the computer (such as smartphone, PDAs, tablet computers and other handheld devices). The Operating System allows the user to install and run third party applications (apps), apps are used to add new functionality to the device. | Android 6.0 (Marshmallow) |
| SIM SIM (Subscriber Identity Module) is a small card that contains mobile network subscriber's account information. This allows the phone using the card to attach to a mobile network. The SIM card is most commonly associated with GSM and UMTS mobile networks. Moving a SIM card from one phone to another allows a subscriber to switch mobile phones without having to contact their mobile network carrier. SIM cards can also be used by a phone to store limited amounts of data, such as phone numbers and text messages. | Dual SIM (Micro-SIM/Nano-SIM) |
Hardware
| Chipset Chipset is a group of integrated circuits designed to perform one or a more dedicated functions, often with real time computing constraints, Popular smartphones are equipped with more advanced embedded chipsets that can do many different tasks depending on their programming. | Mediatek MT8735 |
| CPU | Quad-core 1.3 GHz Cortex-A53 |
| GPU GPU (Graphics Processing Unit) is a single-chip processor designed to rapidly manipulate and alter memory to accelerate the creation of images in a frame buffer intended for output to a display, This includes things such as lighting effects, object transformations, and 3D motion. | Mali-T720MP2 |
| RAM RAM (Random Access Memory) is a type of computer memory that can be accessed randomly, any byte of memory can be accessed without touching the preceding bytes that allows information to be stored and accessed quickly from random locations. RAM is the most common type of memory found in computer systems, smartphones, tablets and other electronic devices. | 2GB |
| Internal Storage Internal Storage is a data storage space (flash memory) mostly used in smartphones, tablets and other electronic devices where operating system, apps, music, photos, videos, files and other user data Is stored. | 16GB 2GB RAM, 32GB 2GB RAM |
| Memory Card Slot Memory Card Slot is a special slot for inserting a memory card. Memory cards allow you to expand the phone's built-in memory, A memory card (sometimes called a flash memory card or a storage card) is a small storage medium used to store data such as text, pictures, audio, and video, for use on small, portable or remote computing devices such as mobile phones, mp3 players, digital cameras. | Yes |
| Sensors Sensors are electronic components that detects and responds to some type of input from the physical environment. The specific input could be light, heat, motion, moisture, pressure and location, The output is generally a signal that is converted to use in computing systems, a location sensor, such as a GPS receiver is able to detect current location of your electronic device. | Accelerometer, proximity |
| 3.5mm jack | Yes |
| Loudspeaker | Yes |
| Audio Technology | No |
Battery
| Capacity Battery Capacity is a measure (typically in Amp-hr) of the charge stored by the battery, and is determined by the mass of active material contained in the battery. The battery capacity represents the maximum amount of energy that can be extracted from the battery under certain conditions. | 3400 mAh |
| Battery Life | 9 Hours |
| Charging | No |
Camera
| Rear Camera Camera is able to capture photographs and usually videos, The most important characteristics of a camera are the resolution (measured in megapixels), lens focus type (fixed or automatic), higher megapixel cameras are known to capture higher quality photos, but not always a good measurement of the photos quality. | 13 MP |
| Front Camera | 2 MP |
| Image | 4128 x 3096 Pixels |
| Video | 1080p@30fps |
| Camera Features | HDR, panorama |
| Flash Flash Light => There is commonly two types of flash lights are used in camera mobile phones, LED Flash (LED flash offers lower power consumption with drive circuitry that takes up very little room, LEDs can be strobed faster than any other light source), Xenon Flash (xenon flash produces an extremely intense full-spectrum white light for a very short duration) | No |
Connectivity
| Bluetooth Bluetooth is a wireless communications technology for exchanging data between mobile phones, headsets, computers and other network devices over short distances without wires, Bluetooth technology was primarily designed to support simple wireless networking of personal consumer devices. | 4.0, A2DP |
| Wi-fi Wi-Fi is a popular wireless networking technology using radio waves to provide high-speed network connections that allows devices to communicate without cords or cables, Wi-Fi is increasingly becoming the preferred mode of internet connectivity all over the world. | Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n, Wi-Fi Direct |
| USB | microUSB 2.0 |
| GPS GPS The Global Positioning System is a satellite-based radio navigation system, GPS permits users to determine their position, velocity and the time 24 hours a day, in all weather, anywhere in the world, In order to locate your position, your device or GPS receiver must have a clear view of the sky. | GPS, Glonass |
| NFC NFC (Near field communication) is a set of standards for smartphones and similar devices to establish peer-to-peer radio communications with each other by touching them together or bringing them into proximity, usually no more than a few inches. | |
| Wireless Charging Wireless Charging (Inductive Charging) uses an electromagnetic field to transfer energy between two objects. This is usually done with a charging station. Energy is sent through an inductive coupling to an electrical device, which can then use that energy to charge batteries or run the device. | No |
Reviews
| User Reviews 1 User Reviews |
I like the narrow bezels around the screen and the zero air gap technology making the device thinner. It feels nice to hold in one hand while the large screen lets you do everyday tasks easily. - LaptopMedia |
| Tabletmonkeys Reviews Tabletmonkeys Reviews |
Pros: - Dual SIM capability allows using one SIM for calls and another for 4G data - Quad-core CPU and HD 720p screen seem decent for a 7-inch tablet - Narrow bezels around the screen look nice Cons: - Lack of flash for camera |
Acer has released the Iconia Talk S, a new 7-inch Android tablet with dual SIM capability.
One SIM can make voice calls while the other provides 4G LTE data, allowing users affordable phone and internet access.
The Talk S runs Android 6.0 Marshmallow on a quad-core 1.3GHz Mediatek processor with 2GB RAM.
It has a 7-inch IPS LCD screen with HD 1280 x 720 pixel resolution.
The tablet feels slim at 9.4mm thickness and weighs a light 260 grams. Narrow bezels surround the screen for a slick look.
Good Value with Smooth Performance
The Talk S offers good specifications. The quad-core CPU and HD screen provide smooth Android performance for everyday use.
The pure Android interface with no added custom skins also helps speed.
Overall responsiveness is fast when launching apps, web browsing, streaming video or doing other tasks.
Dual SIM Versatility
The key feature is the dual micro SIM capability. Users can insert one talk-time SIM for making calls over GSM networks.
A separate data-only SIM gets up to 150Mbps 4G LTE speeds for internet connectivity.
This lets you easily separate phone and data plans to control costs.
Decent Hardware Given the Low Price
Considering the budget price, the Talk S delivers fair hardware.
The quad-core Mediatek MT8735 processor, 2GB RAM, and 16GB storage with microSD expansion provide good performance for the price.
The 7-inch 1280 x 720 IPS screen is bright and vibrant.
Light Yet Sturdy Build Quality
The tablet feels lightweight at 260 grams. Acer built it 9.4mm thin for easy one-handed use.
The plastic rear case resists fingerprints while providing a solid feel that should withstand daily use.
Very Affordable Price Point
The Iconia Talk S launches around $200 USD, making it one of the most affordable 7-inch tablets available.
The low price with dual SIMs gives consumers more options to stay connected on the go without breaking the bank.
Unclear Battery Life the Only Drawback
Acer does not provide expected battery life for the Talk S. This raises questions on how long it can run per charge.
But the Li-Ion 3400 mAh battery capacity seems adequate given the efficient quad-core processor.
An Affordable Dual SIM Tablet with Promise
In conclusion, the Acer Iconia Talk S offers consumers a low-cost tablet with dual SIM capability for versatile connectivity.
It delivers smooth Android performance that matches other tablets costing twice as much.
Shoppers wanting an affordable secondary device for web access and calls should give the Talk S strong consideration.
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