Vertex Impress Easy (2015)
The manufacturer offers this phone with a 4 inch TFT display, a Mediatek MT6572M SoC, and 512 MB of RAM.
Is this phone worth its price? Hopefully, it will become clear by the end of my review.
Table of Contents
- Vertex Impress Easy specifications
- Weight, dimensions, colors
- System, chipset, performance
- Display type, size, resolution
- Memory, storage
- Cameras, flash
- Connectivity, network, wireless
- Battery type, capacity, charger
- Features, sensors, specials
- Verdict, pros and cons
This article shares our personal experiences and thoughts about using the Vertex Impress Easy smartphone. We hope to offer helpful insights to others interested in this device.
Vertex Impress Easy specifications
Brand | Vertex |
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Name | Impress Easy |
Model | IMPEASY |
Release date | 2015 |
Weight, dimensions, colors
Weight | 3.7 oz |
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Dimensions | 4.72 x 1.97 x 0.31 inch |
Colors | black |
SIM type | Mini SIM |
The weight of Vertex Impress Easy is about 3.7 oz with battery. This is average for smartphones of the same size.
System, chipset, performance
OS version | Android OS v4.4.2 (KitKat) |
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SoC | Mediatek MT6572M |
CPU | Dual-core 1 GHz Cortex-A7 |
GPU | Mali-400 MP1 |
The Vertex Impress Easy comes with Android OS v4.4.2 (KitKat) out of the box. Android is a mobile operating system. Google built it using a modified version of the Linux kernel. They also used other open-source software. This CPU can be fast enough for basic phone operations. Many mobile devices use ARM Mali GPUs. They are well known for their good performance and power efficiency.
Display type, size, resolution
Display type | TFT |
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Screen size | 4 inch |
Resolution | 480 x 800 px |
Multitouch support | yes |
The 4 inch phone comes with TFT display. A thin-film transistor (TFT) features a thin-film transistor for each individual pixel. Smaller smartphones are generally more compact and easier to handle. The size of the screen is measured diagonally, from corner to corner.
Memory, storage
RAM | 512 MB |
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Internal storage | 4 GB |
Memory card slot | microSD |
512 MB of RAM is not typically considered to be enough for a smartphone. More RAM lets us keep more apps and processes open in the background. This keeps the device from slowing down. Most people think a smartphone needs at least 32 GB of storage. The Impress Easy has only 4 GB. We can expand the internal storage (4 GB) with a compatible microSD card.
Cameras, flash
Main camera | 2 MP, 1600 x 1200 px |
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Flash | LED |
Selfie camera | VGA |
This single camera can be enough for many smartphone users, it depends on their photography needs and preferences. The main camera of Impress Easy smartphone does not have OIS. The optical image stabilization (OIS) is an important feature in smartphones.
Connectivity, network, wireless
GSM 2G bands | 900 / 1800 |
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Network coverage | 2G / 3G |
Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n |
Bluetooth | v4.0, A2DP |
GPS | A-GPS |
NFC | no |
FM radio | yes |
USB | microUSB 2.0 |
Headphone | 3.5 mm jack |
The 3G is obsolete now, because most phones can use 4G and 5G networks. This phone like all modern smartphones, is capable of connecting to Wi-Fi networks. The Impress Easy smartphone is capable of connecting to Bluetooth devices. This phone has a built-in GPS. The phone isn't NFC (Near Field Communication) capable. NFC is not essential for basic phone functionality, but it can be useful. The 3.5 mm headphone jack allows us to connect wired headphones or earphones to the device.
Battery type, capacity, charger
Type | Li-Ion 1600 mAh |
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The Li-Ion 1600 mAh battery gives the smartphone a good battery backup. The Li-ion is a low maintenance battery. It does not need periodic full discharge. We can simply buy a new battery from the open market and interchange it by ourselves.
Features, sensors, specials
Sensors | accelerometer |
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Specials | Dual SIM |
Today, smartphones come with many sensors. They help make the user experience better. The accelerometer is a sensor. It measures the tilting motion and orientation of the phone. Dual SIM is great for businesses. They want to give staff a device with separate numbers and bills for personal and business use.
Verdict, pros and cons
Every phone has its strengths and weaknesses, and this Vertex phone is no exception. As with any device, there are aspects that shine and others that fall short. By examining both sides, we can paint a complete picture of what this phone has to offer. Let's explore its standout features and areas for improvement. Remember, this is just my opinion, and yours might be different.
Pros
- microSD slot
- Dual SIM support
Cons
- TFT display
- limited-size screen
- insufficient memory
- insufficient internal storage
- single camera setup
- no OIS function
- lack of autofocus
- no 4G support
- no 5G support
- no NFC feature
- no Type-C USB port
- low-capacity battery
- no digital compass
- no fingerprint reader
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