ZTE V98
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Display: 10.0 inches, 768 x 1366 pixels
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Chipset: Intel Atom Z2760
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RAM: 2GB
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OS: Windows 8 Pro
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Battery: 7000 mAh
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Released Date: May, 2013
Specifications
General
| Device Type | Tablet |
| Model | ZTE V98 |
| Released | May, 2013 |
| Status | Available |
Design
| Dimensions | 264.5 x 171 x 8.9 mm |
| 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) | LCD |
| Size | 10.0 inches |
| Resolution | 768 x 1366 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. | 157 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. | Windows 8 Pro |
| 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. | Single 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. | Intel Atom Z2760 |
| CPU | Dual core, 1.8 GHz |
| 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. | PowerVR SGX545 |
| 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. | 32GB |
| 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. | Light sensor, Accelerometer, Compass, Gyroscope |
| 3.5mm jack | Yes |
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. | 7000 mAh |
| Battery Life | 5 hours of talk time |
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. | 8 MP |
| Front Camera | 2 MP |
| Image | 3264 x 2448 Pixels |
| Video | 1080p at 30 fps |
| Camera Features | Auto Focus, LED Flash |
| 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) | LED |
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. | v4.0 |
| 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. | 802.11 a/b/g/n |
| USB | Yes |
| 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. | Yes (A-GPS) |
| 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. |
Reviews
| User Reviews 1 User Reviews |
The tablet feels responsive when navigating the Metro UI, as expected from a Windows device. It comes equipped with standard connectivity like Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, GPS and more. - PhoneArena |
| User Reviews 2 |
The 10.1-inch size is an ideal form factor for a tablet in my opinion. The 7000mAh battery seems beefy. The metal casing gives it a premium feel - it's not just plastic. - Windows Central |
| User Reviews 3 |
The v98 is a mid-range Windows 8 tablet that covers the basics fairly well but lacks standout features. We're uncertain if its quality and performance can compete strongly in the tablet market. - CNET |
| Tabletmonkeys Reviews Tabletmonkeys Reviews |
Pros: - Decent 7000mAh battery - Solid metal casing gives a premium feel - Good rear 8MP and front 2MP cameras Cons: - Mediocre 10.1-inch 1366 x 768 screen resolution - Performance seems capable but not impressive - Lacks standout or innovative featuresUncertain if it can compete strongly with rivals |
Chinese manufacturer ZTE has unveiled its latest Windows 8 tablet, the 10-inch ZTE V98. This mid-range device aims to deliver solid performance and features at an affordable price point.
However, early hands-on evaluations indicate it lacks the polish and innovations to stand out in the competitive tablet landscape.
Officially announced at Mobile World Congress 2013 in Barcelona, the V98 runs the full Windows 8 Pro OS on an Intel Atom Z2760 dual-core processor clocked at 1.8GHz.
This provides smooth operation of the Metro UI and desktop environment. The tablet also packs a ample 2GB RAM and 32GB internal storage.
On paper, the hardware specifications seem capable for a mid-tier Windows slate. Unfortunately, real-world usage has left reviewers underwhelmed. While responsive enough for casual use, the V98 fails to deliver truly snappy performance for intensive gaming or multitasking.
Visuals also disappoint with the V98’s 10.1-inch 1366 x 768 resolution TFT screen. While adequate, it simply doesn’t provide the vivid images and wide viewing angles demanded by today’s consumers.
Additionally, the stock Windows 8 user interface scales poorly on this resolution. Icons and text appear undersized and less finger-friendly than expected.
On the plus side, the robust 7000mAh battery should deliver excellent runtimes between charges. The aluminum construction gives the tablet a sturdy yet premium look and feel.
Connectivity options like Wi-Fi, Bluetooth and LTE support ensure versatility for work and play. The 8MP/2MP camera combo produces sharp photos and HD video recording.
Overall though, the V98 feels less like a market leader and more like a “catch-up” product from ZTE. It checks all the right boxes for a 2013 Windows tablet but adds little excitement to attract buyers over offerings from Microsoft, Asus and Lenovo.
Unless pricing is extremely competitive, the ZTE V98 will likely languish as an average, middle-of-the-road option. It earns credit for effort but needs more polish and innovation to thrive.
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