Russian manufacturer Yota Devices has launched
the world’s first smartphone with a touchscreen in front and an e-reader on the
back. While the e-reader screen is made using E-Ink display that does not harm
the eyes and is touch-enabled, the other screen uses a standard LCD panel.
YotaPhone’s LCD touchscreen measures 4.3-inch and
has 1280x720p resolution. The E-Ink panel also measures 4.3-inch but has display
resolution of 640x360p.
The E-Ink display of YotaPhone also enables users
to see notifications like messages, calls, reminders, appointments, weather etc
even when the smartphone display is not turned on.
Key specifications of YotaPhone are dual-core
1.7GHz processor, 2GB RAM and 32GB internal storage. It is powered by Android
4.2 (Jelly Bean) software and runs on a 1,800mAh battery.
The 13MP rear camera and LED flash in YotaPhone
are placed below the E-Ink display on the back; a 1MP camera is used in
front.
The manufacturer pre-installs its proprietary
gestures and Put2Back apps in YotaPhone. Connectivity options in the device
include 2G, 3G, 4G, Wi-Fi and Bluetooth 4.0.The manufacturer has launched YotaPhone at 19,000 roubles or 499 euros in the
Russian, European and Middle East markets. The company has not announced when
the device will be launched in the US and major Asian markets.
No comments:
Post a Comment