Tablets-transformers on Android a couple of years ago tried to sell ASUS, Acer, Lenovo and a number of other companies, however, such devices are what is called “no go”. Because if the user takes the tablet connect the keyboard, then certainly not only for entertainment but also for work. As for Android, it is known that almost no professional software – writing it exclusively under Windows. Database, 1C, graphical editors, video processing – if you need to work with something from this list, the Windows tablets with keyboards uncontested. And when you consider that entertainment, they are not worse than the Android device, the purchase of a “transformer” with a Microsoft OS at all and looks a very interesting option. Today we will look at one such product bb-mobile Techno W10.1 Wi-Fi (X101BZ). This Windows tablet new generation: if the models of the previous two years were used, the Intel Atom Z3735, our hero Intel X5-Z8300. This chip of last generation, providing a noticeable increase in performance and good growth “avtonomki”. All this in the review.
Another important feature of the device lies in the special mounting of the keyboard on the loops, with secure latches with lock and easy disconnect in case of need. Usually keyboard is connected to tablet-like-transfomers in the form of a case or dock that is not too convenient, because close the device like a normal laptop can’t. And if to recall the price bb-mobile Techno W10.1 Wi-Fi (X101BZ), namely 14 990 rubles, the situation is altogether very interesting: Yes, in the market there are models with mounting keyboard as the hero of this material, but they are usually from 20-25 thousand rubles.
Equipment
bb-mobile Techno W10.1 Wi-Fi (X101BZ) is sold in a cardboard box in dark blue with white images and inscriptions. The design is not too bright, as is often the case with products of this brand. To the contrary, all succinctly and simply. The reason is clear: Windows device – they are for serious people.
Inside, in addition to the tablet and the keyboard are: USB cable, charger, OTG adapter, a cleaning cloth to clean the screen, manual and warranty card. The transparent protective film is already pasted on the screen.
Keyboard
Special attention certainly deserves a detachable keyboard that securely attaches to the tablet with the help of metal clips. The fastening is reliable, no squeaks and not loose, and the metal suggests that it will serve these latches is quite a long time. Even I can’t tell that the keyboard can be removed: bb-mobile Techno W10.1 Wi-Fi (X101BZ) is perceived as a full-fledged small laptop.
The screen angle is easily adjusted and fixed in the selected position, the keyboard is securely attached and will not pop out of the mounts when you transfer, plus the device can be folded like a regular laptop, while protecting the screen from damage.
The location of the keys on the keyboard is the same as most laptops. So, get used to it is not necessary – everything in its place, you can type the texts in the pleasure. The only drawback – would like to increase the Enter button, plus would not hurt right Shift. The rest of the keyboard: the keys are triggered precisely, they feel nice. The touchpad, again, comfortable. Multitouch gestures are supported.
Appearance and controls
bb-mobile Techno W10.1 Wi-Fi (X101BZ) is made of black matte plastic with a coating “soft-touch”. Fingerprints on the surface are almost invisible, it plus the device: it looks neat, even if it is wiped once a week.
On the front panel we see eye 2-megapixel camera, the led and touch the Windows button. Clicking it brings up a menu of “start” – no surprises there.
At the top end – the power button and rocker the sound level. All the “service port” is concentrated on the left side of the tablet: slot for memory cards MicroSD, USB port version 3.0 (3-4 times faster than USB 2.0), HDMI and MicroUSB ports as well as jacks for the charger and headphones. By the way, all USB ports from bb-mobile Techno W10.1 Wi-Fi (X101BZ) may be three: one on housing, one on keyboard and another easy to add with OTG adapter. Notably, in the body of the tablet has USB port version 3.0. This means that the actual copy speed will be 2-3 times higher in comparison with USB 2.0. And if you connect a flash drive with support for USB 3.0 – and all ten times!
All connectors prudently signed on the top cap or the bottom of the tablet, so confusing them would be difficult. On the back side you can see a square camera hole and logo of the brand.
Display
It is easy to guess that the screen in bb-mobile Techno W10.1 Wi-Fi (X101BZ) with a diagonal of 10.1 inches. Resolution at it 1280 x 800 pixels – it is enough that there be no obvious pixelation. It uses IPS-matrix with correct color reproduction and wide viewing angles. But those who would like to see a Full HD screen, recall that he would eat the battery twice as fast.
The display supports up to five simultaneous touches, responsiveness is at a good level.
“Iron“
bb-mobile Techno W10.1 Wi-Fi (X101BZ) – one of the first in Russia Windws tablet with 4-core processor Intel Atom X5-Z8300. In 2014 and 2015, we will remind, in such devices used the Intel Atom Z3735. The new processor is better? First, he though very slightly, but higher frequency of 1.44 GHz in normal mode and 1.84 under load against of 1.33 and 1.83 from Atom Z3735. In addition, the increased performance of the graphics core, due to which on devices with Atom X5-Z8300 can easily play 4K video and games with rich 3D graphics. Finally, the models for X5-Z8300 (including the hero of this material) is used faster RAM. A consequence of the foregoing – the growth of productivity by approximately 40% compared to models on an Intel Atom Z3735. In practice, this translates literally in all: faster load Windows faster run programs in games you can choose more detailed graphics.
However, it should be noted that if Intel Atom Z3735 was made on 22-nanometer process technology, the X5-Z8300 on 14-nanometer. As a result, the battery life has increased by 20 percent. If the tablet with an old processor and battery 6,000 mAh worked in video playback 8 hours, bb-mobile Techno W10.1 Wi-Fi (X101BZ) without any problems and works 10 hours.
Built-in memory in bb-mobile Techno W10.1 Wi-Fi (X101BZ) 32 GB, plus as much you can add when using a memory card. However, you can always connect the hard drive with a much more serious volumes for data storage. Don’t forget about the USB 3.0 port with ultra-fast data transfer.
From wireless modules in the tablet has Bluetooth 4.0 and Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n. They work like a clock, nothing to complain about.
Operating system and wireless modules
bb-mobile Techno W10.1 Wi-Fi (X101BZ) powered by Windows 10 with all its advantages for mobile devices. There is a store with apps, including those necessary for comfortable working. And the system is extremely intuitive to use browsers, popular editors, and other conventional programs. Therefore, the model will be useful as a mobile tool for the job even with such professional packages as 1C.
Camera
Developers bb-mobile Techno W10.1 Wi-Fi (X101BZ) did not skimp on the cameras, although that would be logical. After all, the vast majority of tablets of the middle and low price segment cameras 0.3 and 2 megapixels. In this case you can use 2 – and 5-megapixel cameras, and with a very very good device for the money and quality.
Conclusion
Transformer tablet bb-mobile Techno W10.1 Wi-Fi (X101BZ) left a good impression. He has a comfortable and reliable hull design that allows you to turn into a full-fledged laptop, and a good screen. Well, the hardware platform happy: thanks X5-Z8300 model worked much faster and more economical than the tablets of the previous generation. So you have a decent device for work and for entertainment like watching videos in high definition and 3D gaming level of Half-Life 2. If we talk about the cons, the serious shortcomings in the we bb-mobile Techno W10.1 Wi-Fi (X101BZ) not found, especially if you remember the price of 14 990 rubles). However, if we are to dream, we would like to see here is not 32, and 64 GB of internal memory. And the higher resolution screen would be nice, although in this case the price tag model is clearly closer to 18-20 thousand rubles.
