The original smart watch, one step ahead of all competitors, was released by Chinese engineers from the company LEMFO. The Lemfo Les1 operating system is based on Android 5.1 Lollipop, the built-in memory is 16 GB, and the operational memory is 1 GB, a camera for photo / video shooting is available. Official sales of the gadget started this spring in the Middle Kingdom. In this article we will try to reveal all the nuances of this unique chronometer.
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Equipment
The smart watch is delivered in a classic black cardboard box, with them there is: a round-shaped charging station that provides connection to the PC, a small screwdriver for dismantling the back cover, an English user manual, and a USB-microUSB cable with a company logo.
Design
There are films on the screen with a diameter of 1.4 inches: for transportation, which must be removed immediately, and a protective surface against mechanical stress, but because of the rounded edges of 2.5D glass, it does not look komelfo. Smart watches have a metal case with a diameter of 47 mm, a thickness of 13 mm, and a weight of only 64 grams.
On the right is a red button with which you enable or block, a microphone for communication in phone mode, as well as a camera lens. On the left, the developers installed a speaker. The back cover is plastic, it has contacts with a charger, a pulse measurement sensor and a square cover, under which is hidden a slot for a SIM card made by nanotechnology.
The strap is made of durable, flexible silicone - an antenna is built inside, so you can not replace it. The assembly of the product is of high quality, there is protection against water splashes and dust, so the watch is not afraid of rain, but swimming in them is not recommended.
Display
The screen resolution is 400x400 pixels, which is considered an excellent parameter, the diameter is 1.39 ”, OLED technology, which is based on the ability of organic LEDs to emit light. The gadget's viewing angles are excellent, as is the color saturation, it supports the touch in two simultaneous touches. The brightness setting is available in three main modes, but by default it is enough to make the display readable under any conditions.
Operating system, useful options
The curtain is divided into three separate screens, on one of them icons are provided that provide quick access to such functions: Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, access to GPS navigation, gesture screen activation, etc. The main screen has 10 dial options, and when connected To the Internet you can download any of 40 themes.
Swipe - the movement of a finger on the screen of a smartphone, it is with these gestures that the clock is adjusted:
- weather information opens up;
- down - various settings;
- to the right - notifications;
- to the left - go to the main menu, which has a very original color scheme.
The menu consists of a contact book, various settings, a photo and video gallery, a manager of saved files, a browser - a standard set, as in another mobile device.
All processes are managed by the Android 4.4-5.1 and iOS 9.0 operating systems; 12.32 GB of memory is available to users. The application provides remote camera control, pedometer control, receiving information about incoming calls, messages and much more.
Functionality
Calls are received through the built-in speaker or bluetooth headphones, which are connected by the user independently. The pedometer counts each step while moving, but the readings are not always accurate, it records the distance traveled, calorie consumption, depending on your complexion, which are pre-made.
A smart heart rate monitor constantly responds to your actions: during exertion, the values increase, and during rest, decrease, an approximate picture of the heartbeat is reflected completely.GPS starts rather slowly, but then confidently communicates with satellites. The speaker has a weak sound, so you must immediately activate the vibrating alert - its action is quite noticeable and will not allow you to miss incoming calls.
Camera
It is quite simple - a 2 megapixel plus sensor, which is often installed on budget-class devices, there are no settings, but there is a video / photo recording button, the quality of the pictures is not high enough, but what is required from such a low resolution. Video is recorded in HD quality and sound. For a small gadget, the camera is quite normal.
Hardware
The MTK6580 processor, 4 cores, 1.3 GHz and Android 5.1 OS is very cool for a small screen resolution, so its performance is more than enough. 1 GB RAM is also a good indicator, and a solid drive allows you to download a large volume of your favorite music collection to listen to it through a Bluetooth headset during evening walks or jogging in the morning.
Autonomy
The weakest point of this watch is the battery, because the small size of the case is not able to accommodate a battery with a decent capacity, because of its compactness - a maximum of 350 mAh. In chronometer mode, short calls, without synchronization with another mobile device, they are able to work normally for no more than 1.5 days.
With active use during the day, you need to charge them every evening, the whole process lasts a little over an hour. If you use all the functions in full, you will have to recharge the watch from a wall outlet or Power Bank - a special device for storing energy, which is often called a ROM (portable charger).
Comparison with model Les2
If we compare the characteristics of Les1 with the next model Lemfo Les2, then basically they are identical, but there are small differences, which we will talk about in detail. The back cover of Les2 is made of stainless metal, which adds reliability to the gadget. The display resolution is slightly lower - 360x360p, and the battery capacity is slightly larger - 450 mAh, which increases battery life, in smart watch mode and fitness tracker they work confidently up to 60 hours. That's all the differences.
Advantages and disadvantages
The advantages of Lemfo Les1 experts include the following features:
- Excellent assembly and durable metal housing.
- Pretty high-quality AMOLED screen with a resolution of 400x400p with a good margin of brightness.
- 12 of 16 GB of available internal memory.
- Normal protection against moisture or dust.
- Excellent work of the navigator, pedometer, heart rate sensor.
- Large selection of dial types and the ability to install new ones via the Internet.
There are few negative nuances, but they are still present:
- you can not change the silicone strap;
- menu in the form of a list;
- lack of oleophobic coating;
- weak battery.
Some users complain about the inaccuracies of the translation, but we must remember that this is a Chinese watch - it’s good that the instruction is not in their native language, otherwise consumers would be confused among the hieroglyphs.
Cost and where to buy
In the AliExpress chain of stores, the price of this model is in the range of 6,967.00-7,156.63 ₽, and some stores specializing in selling goods from China offer such options - 6,342.47-6,383 rubles through various shares or flexible discount systems. Therefore, before purchasing, make inquiries.
findings
At the end of the review of the original Lemfo Les1 watch model, we summarize: of course, the Chinese version is not a brand from Samsung or Apple, but their final cost is much lower. According to the filling, experts equate them to a budget smartphone, and skeptics can always complain about minor software flaws.
The miracle of modern technology does not have the best autonomy, but on the whole it turned out to be a very nice gadget, a miniature smartphone in a minimized round case with high-quality filling, the functionality of which works without failures, a good screen, a nice, modern design plus a camera on board. If you were looking for a stylish watch for yourself or as a gift, then Lemfo Les1 is exactly the option that is so needed.
