Microsoft Lumia 950 XL Dual (2015) review

Microsoft announced the launch of the Lumia 950 XL Dual smartphone in 2015. The manufacturer is offering the Microsoft Lumia 950 XL Dual phone with 5.7 inch display, Qualcomm Snapdragon 810 MSM8994 chipset, 3 GB of RAM and 32 GB of internal storage.

The Microsoft Lumia 950 XL Dual smartphone comes with Microsoft Windows 10 out of the box, and a Li-Ion 3340 mAh battery. The 5.7 inch phone comes with a high resolution AMOLED display (1440 x 2560 px). AMOLED displays are used in many high-end and flagship devices. This smartphone has a single camera on the back (20 MP, 4992 х 3744 px, autofocus, optical image stabilization). The single camera setup can be sufficient for many smartphone users, depending on their photography needs and preferences. The Lumia 950 XL Dual also features a 5 MP front-facing camera.

Microsoft Lumia 950 XL Dual specifications

Body

The weight of Microsoft Lumia 950 XL Dual is about 5.82 oz with battery, which is average compared to most of the smartphones with same size. The dimensions of this Microsoft smartphone are average (5.98 x 3.09 x 0.32 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 Microsoft Lumia 950 XL Dual comes with Microsoft Windows 10 out of the box, but it is upgradable to the next OS. The Lumia 950 XL Dual utilizes Qualcomm Snapdragon 810 MSM8994 SoC (System on a Chip). This powerful octa-core processor is capable of handling complex tasks and running multiple applications simultaneously. The Lumia 950 XL Dual utilizes Adreno 430 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. Adreno GPUs are designed to work in conjunction with Qualcomm's Snapdragon processors. The latest Adreno GPUs support advanced graphics features such as high dynamic range (HDR) rendering, virtual reality, and augmented reality applications.

Display

The 5.7 inch phone comes with AMOLED display. The AMOLED is a display technology and stands for Active Matrix Organic Light Emitting Diodes, it is a type of OLED display and is used in smartphones. The 5.7 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 Microsoft Lumia 950 XL Dual is multitouch capable. Multitouch technology enables the device's touchscreen to detect and interpret multiple touch points on the screen simultaneously.

Memory

With 3 GB of RAM, a smartphone can run multiple apps simultaneously without experiencing any significant lag or slow performance. Having more RAM in a smartphone can provide benefits in terms of performance and multitasking. When you have more RAM, you can keep more apps and processes open in the background without slowing down the device. 32 GB of internal storage is generally considered to be the minimum amount of storage you would want in a smartphone. The Lumia 950 XL Dual has 32 GB of internal storage. The memory of Microsoft Lumia 950 XL Dual (3 GB) cannot be expanded, but the internal storage (32 GB) can be expanded with a compatible microSD card. A microSD card is a type of small, removable flash memory card used to store digital information.

Camera

The Lumia 950 XL Dual 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 Lumia 950 XL Dual 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 Lumia 950 XL Dual 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 Microsoft Lumia 950 XL Dual supports 4G/LTE networks. 4G is the fourth generation of mobile phone technology. 4G provides faster data transfer speeds compared to previous generations. It offers peak download speeds ranging from 100 Mbps to 1 Gbps, depending on the specific network and implementation. To connect to a Wi-Fi network on the Microsoft Lumia 950 XL Dual, 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 Lumia 950 XL Dual smartphone is capable of connecting to Bluetooth devices. Bluetooth is a wireless communication technology that allows devices to connect and communicate with each other over short distances. This phone has a built-in GPS. GPS is a highly accurate navigation system using signals from satellites to determine a location on the Earth's surface, irrespective of weather conditions. Most phones have a GPS unit on board.

The Lumia 950 XL Dual comes with NFC (Near Field Communication) functionality. Near Field Communication (NFC) is a short-range wireless connectivity technology that makes life easier and more convenient for consumers around the world by making it simpler to make transactions, exchange digital content, and connect electronic devices with a touch. The Lumia 950 XL Dual phone has built-in FM radio. The built-in FM Radio is great for listening to your favorite radio station.

The Lumia 950 XL Dual 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 Lumia 950 XL Dual 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-Ion 3340 mAh battery gives the smartphone a good battery backup. The Li-ion is a low maintenance battery which offers high energy, is lightweight and does not require periodic full discharge. The battery of Lumia 950 XL Dual is removable. You can simply buy a new piece from the open market and interchange it easily by yourself.

Features

Smartphones today come with a wealth of sensors to facilitate a better user experience. The accelerometer is a sensor that measures the tilting motion and orientation of the phone. This Microsoft phones come with proximity sensor. This proximity sensor detects how close the phone is to an outside object, such as your ear. The Lumia 950 XL Dual 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 Dual SIM capability of Microsoft Lumia 950 XL Dual 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 designed to provide enhanced durability and resistance to scratches, impacts, and drops.

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 Microsoft Lumia 950 XL Dual, then don’t hesitate and signal the problem to us.

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