Meizu Pro 6S (2016) review

Meizu announced the launch of the Pro 6S smartphone in 2016. The manufacturer is offering the Meizu Pro 6S phone with 5.2 inch display, Mediatek Helio X25 MT6797T chipset, 4 GB of RAM and 64 GB of internal storage.

The Meizu Pro 6S series was launched with Flyme OS v5.2 (based on Android Lollipop) pre-installed, but it is upgradable to newer versions of OS as they become available. The Pro 6S comes with a high-quality AMOLED display. AMOLED displays offer several advantages that contribute to their popularity in smartphones and other devices. This smartphone has a single camera on the back (12 MP, 4000 x 3008 px, autofocus, optical image stabilization). The single camera setup can be sufficient for many smartphone users, depending on their photography needs and preferences. The front camera of Pro 6S gives you the freedom to capture moments with yourself or your friends and family easily.

Meizu Pro 6S specifications

Body

The weight of Meizu Pro 6S is about 5.75 oz with battery, which is average compared to most of the smartphones with same size. The dimensions of this Meizu smartphone are average (5.81 x 2.79 x 0.29 inch). Smaller smartphones are more compact and easier to carry around, but they may have smaller displays that can be harder to read and interact with. A Nano SIM is a small (12.3 x 8.8 x 0.67 mm) chipcard that is used in smartphones as a subscriber identity module (SIM) for connecting to a cellular network.

System

The Meizu Pro 6S comes with Flyme OS v5.2 (based on Android Lollipop) out of the box, but it is upgradable to the next OS. Android is based on the Linux kernel and includes a user interface, middleware, and a range of pre-installed applications. The Pro 6S utilizes Mediatek Helio X25 MT6797T chipset. It has a powerful, deca-core CPU. This is a high-performance CPU that is capable of handling complex tasks and running multiple applications simultaneously.

The Pro 6S utilizes Mali-T880 MP4 GPU. A GPU (Graphics Processing Unit) is a specialized chip that is primarily designed to handle and accelerate the processing of graphics and visual data. It is responsible for rendering images, videos, and animations on a smartphone screen. ARM Mali GPUs are widely used in mobile devices and have a good reputation for performance and power efficiency. They offer competitive performance and power efficiency, making them suitable for a range of applications, including gaming, multimedia, and user interface rendering.

Display

The Pro 6S features a 5.2 inch AMOLED display. AMOLED displays enable an Always-On Display feature, where a portion of the screen remains active to display information such as time, date, notifications, or custom widgets, even when the rest of the display is off. The 5.2 inch display make this smartphone pocket-friendly. The size of the screen is measured diagonally, from corner to corner. A larger screen typically requires more power to illuminate, which can impact battery life. The display of Meizu Pro 6S is multitouch capable. Multitouch technology enables the device's touchscreen to detect and interpret multiple touch points on the screen simultaneously.

Memory

The Meizu Pro 6S comes with 4 GB of RAM, which is considered to be sufficient for most users' needs. The amount of RAM needed for optimal performance depends on factors such as the operating system, the apps and services you use, and how you use your device. 64 GB of internal storage is generally considered to be a good amount of storage for a smartphone, and should be sufficient for most users' needs. The Pro 6S has 64 GB of internal storage. The memory and the internal storage of the Meizu Pro 6S (4 GB) cannot be expanded.

Camera

The Pro 6S offers only a single-camera setup. The single camera can still be sufficient for many smartphone users, depending on their photography needs and preferences. The main camera of the Pro 6S is equipped with autofocus. An autofocus (or AF) optical system uses a sensor, a control system and a motor to focus on an automatically or manually selected point or area. Very few Android cameras come without autofocus. The main camera of Pro 6S has optical image stabilization (OIS) to counteract camera shake. Optical image stabilization is a must for anyone shooting without a tripod with a long lens or in low light conditions.

Connectivity

The Meizu Pro 6S supports 4G/LTE networks. 4G networks are widely used around the world and have become the standard for mobile networks in many countries. To connect to a Wi-Fi network on the Meizu Pro 6S, you simply need to go to the Wi-Fi settings on the device, select the network you want to connect to, and enter the password. The Pro 6S supports the latest Bluetooth standards, which offers faster data transfer speeds, better range, and improved reliability compared to previous versions of Bluetooth.

The Pro 6S has a GPS receiver. GPS allows smartphones to determine their precise location and provide accurate navigation and mapping services. This includes turn-by-turn directions, real-time traffic updates, points of interest, and alternative routes. The Pro 6S isn't NFC (Near Field Communication) capable. NFC is not essential for basic phone functionality, but it can be useful for a variety of tasks and features.

The Pro 6S phone doesn't have built-in FM radio receiver. The Pro 6S has an USB Type-C port. Type-C is a small, reversible connector that can be plugged in to a device in either orientation, making it more convenient to use than older USB connectors that only worked when plugged in a certain way. The Pro 6S smartphone has a 3.5 mm headphone jack. A 3.5 mm headphone jack is a small round port, that allows you to connect wired headphones or earphones to the device.

Battery

The Li-Po 3060 mAh, non-removable battery gives the smartphone a good battery backup. The lithium polymer (Li-Po) battery is a thin, light-weight, rechargeable battery. No periodic discharge is needed and charging can be done at random. The battery of Pro 6S isn't removable without voiding the warranty.

Features

Smartphones today come with a wealth of sensors to facilitate a better user experience. The Meizu Pro 6S smartphone has an accelerometer. The presence of an accelerometer in smartphones enables a range of interactive and intuitive functionalities that enhance the user experience and enable innovative applications. The Pro 6S phone has a fingerprint scanner. This sensor identifies and authenticates the fingerprints of an individual in order to grant or deny access to a smartphone.

This Meizu phones come with proximity sensor. This proximity sensor detects how close the phone is to an outside object, such as your ear. The Pro 6S phone comes with a compass sensor. A compass sensor is a device that provides accurate directions in relation to the earth's North and South magnetic poles. The ambient light sensor detects the level of ambient light in the surrounding environment. The main purpose of a light sensor in a smartphone is to automatically adjust the brightness of the device's display.

The Dual SIM capability of Meizu Pro 6S phone is ideal for businesses wishing to provide staff with a mobile device that can offer separate numbers and bills for both personal and business use. Corning Gorilla Glass is a type of chemically strengthened super-glass.

The specifications above are based on the official data published by the manufacturer, but we also take user reviews into consideration. If you found an error or something lacking in the specifications above for the Meizu Pro 6S, then don’t hesitate and signal the problem to us.

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