Chinese phone companies launch new phones by the second and it is easy to forget about phones which have actually launched and are on sale this second so let’s take a look at two of the latest quad-core phones to go on sale! The UMi X1S and Newman K1!
UMi X1s
Anyone who has been following the Chinese phone scene for some time will automatically recognise the UMi X1s as the updated brother of last years UMi X1. The X1s features all the same great features as last years phone but with a faster and more efficient, quad-core CPU.
UMi X1s specification
The X1s is one of the thinner phones available in the lower cost Chinese phone price bracket. The body measures in at just 8.9mm and comes in an attractive white or black finish.
The display is a 4.5-inch 1280 x 720 HD unit which is protected from knocks and scrapes with a Gorilla Glass 2 coating. Last years phone used Dragontail toughed glass which turned out to be less than durable, so the addition of Gorilla Glass 2 is a great feature.
Updates continue on the inside as the old dual-core processor has been ditched in favour of a faster quad-core MT6589 CPU running at 1.2Ghz. Using the MT6589 means you also benefit from GPS, Wifi and also dual-sim support along with micro SD card reader. Cameras on the X1s are 8 mega-pixel rear with a 2 mega-pixel lens upfront.
The final update for the X1s is the operating system which is the latest Android Jelly Bean 4.2.1!
Why buy the UMi X1s?
The UMi X1s is out now and is the refined version of last years X1! This means that any issues with the original phone have been addressed, the hardware has been updated and you get a great phone at a very affordable price!
International buyers can pick up the UMi X1s on Uredeal for $243.99.
Newman K1
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The Newman K1 was a huge surprise to many when it was announced and launched in only a matter of weeks. The K1 is the first Newman phone to use the latest quad-core MT6589 CPU and the first to get a 5-inch HD display!
Newman K1 Specification
Unlike the UMi X1s, the Newman K1 is an all new phone, and it also represents the start of a new range of Mediatek powered devices from the Chinese electronics brand. Being a new phone means that Newman have been able to spec more up to date features in the K1, but they have been careful to do so in a way that it down’t increase the cost too much!
The design of the phone is very stylish and the K1 looks like a much more up-market phone than the price would suggest. It appears Newman’s engineers have taken styling hints from both Xiaomi and Meizu when designing the K1 and have produced a lovely looking handset.
Being 2013, Newman have given the K1 a larger 5-inch display, but resolution have been kept to a sensible 1280 x 720 to ensure the price tag is kept low. Under the display we can find the same quad-core Mediatek Mt6589 chip as the X1s along with 1GB RAM, dual-sim support and micro SD card reader. In fact specs are near identical to the X1s with a 8 mega-pixel rear camera, 2 mega-pixel front and Android 4.2 Jelly Bean running the phone.
Why buy the Newman K1?
The K1 is an all new phone from a larger phone brand. Their quality has been very good as far as far as we can see from test units, and the price of the K1 is a steal for a 5-inch quad-core phone!
The current version of the Newman K1 is on sale for just $228.99 from Uredeal, and an updated model with 2GB RAM and 13 mega-pixel rear camera is expected soon.
UMi X1s vs Newman K1 which would you buy?
Normally in these situations we really are stuck to which to choose and leave the conclusion down to personal preference, however in this case we do have a clear winner.
Our money would go on the K1! The phone is newer, offers a larger display, has the same specs as the UMi X1s but is cheaper! We also prefer the overall design on the Newman K1 over the older X1s.
Do you guy’s agree? Which would you buy?
That’s quite a expensive dealer.
Gorilla glass on K1?
That is important!
x1s has a too small battery. You would need to get a charging dock and extra battery to make it viable
I would buy X1S because I don’t need a big phone:
Newman K1: 144x70x10.2mm 224g
UMI X1s: 129x68x8.5mm 131g
Good point!
Would be nice to have a thread about all available 4-4.5 inch quad core phones!
As much as i prefer the k1 it’s out of the range i’m looking for…
It would be nice indeed.
+1
Would love to see an editors choice of 4-4.5″ phones for people who still value smaller handsets!
Which has better support for the community, rooting and/or manufacturer?
I see ZOPO is doing well in that department. It makes their ZP810 and all its OEM clones (h7500+) quite attractive.
What about N2 vs K1 ?
What do you think ?
N2 is actually the best brand’s model, the Samsung Exynos 4412 is better in all than the Mtk 6589 in CPU and GPU, but the superiority is not awesome at all.
The rear cam sensor is an Sony Exmor in N2 model, i don’t think so in the K1 future “premium” model and the price i think that the ratio Price/performance is not justo for the K1 model, yes is more cheap, but it’s not really cheap as Neo N003 model for example that have better all specifications. I think that Neo N003 model is the bestalternative of Newman N2 / Freelander i20 / Xtream JoyZ
Newman n2 price: 220€ +/-
Neo N003 price: 170€ +/- in Premium version
I has not seen any Newman phones with compass. Umi has it. Compass is a must have for me.
That’s quite a expensive dealer.
Gorilla glass on K1?
That is important!
x1s has a too small battery. You would need to get a charging dock and extra battery to make it viable
I would buy X1S because I don’t need a big phone:
Newman K1: 144x70x10.2mm 224g
UMI X1s: 129x68x8.5mm 131g
Good point!
Would be nice to have a thread about all available 4-4.5 inch quad core phones!
As much as i prefer the k1 it’s out of the range i’m looking for…
It would be nice indeed.
+1
Would love to see an editors choice of 4-4.5″ phones for people who still value smaller handsets!
Which has better support for the community, rooting and/or manufacturer?
I see ZOPO is doing well in that department. It makes their ZP810 and all its OEM clones (h7500+) quite attractive.
What about N2 vs K1 ?
What do you think ?
N2 is actually the best brand’s model, the Samsung Exynos 4412 is better in all than the Mtk 6589 in CPU and GPU, but the superiority is not awesome at all.
The rear cam sensor is an Sony Exmor in N2 model, i don’t think so in the K1 future “premium” model and the price i think that the ratio Price/performance is not justo for the K1 model, yes is more cheap, but it’s not really cheap as Neo N003 model for example that have better all specifications. I think that Neo N003 model is the bestalternative of Newman N2 / Freelander i20 / Xtream JoyZ
Newman n2 price: 220€ +/-
Neo N003 price: 170€ +/- in Premium version
I has not seen any Newman phones with compass. Umi has it. Compass is a must have for me.
Gorilla Glass 2 is a preference for me.
I want buy it but. I don’t know find it in where. I live in vietnam
I look forward to more future reviews like this. This way we are more sure of what we might buy in the future.
Gorilla Glass 2 is a preference for me.
I want buy it but. I don’t know find it in where. I live in vietnam
I look forward to more future reviews like this. This way we are more sure of what we might buy in the future.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?feature=player_embedded&v=lFq8O09kmxE
umi x2 review
I will buy the iocean X7. FHD Display and Cheaper.
It’s a very nice option but i prefer Neo version, it’s more cheap and have 300mAh battery, Corning Gorilla Glass 2 IPS OGS FullHD 5″ display, Sony Exmor RS 13Mpx Sensor, and dual sim
How about gorilla glass on Newman ?
It’s really important to have a durable screen
http://www.youtube.com/watch?feature=player_embedded&v=lFq8O09kmxE
umi x2 review
I will buy the iocean X7. FHD Display and Cheaper.
It’s a very nice option but i prefer Neo version, it’s more cheap and have 300mAh battery, Corning Gorilla Glass 2 IPS OGS FullHD 5″ display, Sony Exmor RS 13Mpx Sensor, and dual sim
How about gorilla glass on Newman ?
It’s really important to have a durable screen
The price on uredeal is now $261
x1s – poor battery
k1 – no gorilla glass
no choice for me.still waiting for refreshed G3
The price on uredeal is now $261
x1s – poor battery
k1 – no gorilla glass
no choice for me.still waiting for refreshed G3
Please stop advertising for Uredeal, just dishonest seller
its true ! agree.
Maybe http://www.android sale.com ?
Please stop advertising for Uredeal, just dishonest seller
its true ! agree.
Maybe http://www.android sale.com ?