Vivo announced the launch of the NEX S smartphone in 2018. The manufacturer is offering the Vivo NEX S phone with 6.59 inches display, Qualcomm Snapdragon 845 chipset, 8 GB of RAM and 128 GB of internal storage.
The Vivo NEX S comes with Android OS v8.1 (Oreo) out of the box, and a Li-Po 4000 mAh, non-removable battery. The 6.59 inches phone comes with AMOLED display (1080 x 2316 px). 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.
Vivo NEX S specifications
| Brand | Vivo |
|---|---|
| Name | NEX S |
| Model | NEXS |
| Release date | 2018 |
Body
The dimensions of this Vivo phone are average (6.38 x 3.03 x 0.31 inches).
| Dimensions | 6.38 x 3.03 x 0.31 inches |
|---|---|
| Colors | black, blue, red |
| SIM type | Nano SIM |
System
The Vivo NEX S comes with Android OS v8.1 (Oreo) out of the box, but it is upgradable to the next OS.
| OS version | Android OS v8.1 (Oreo) |
|---|---|
| SoC | Qualcomm Snapdragon 845 |
| CPU | Octa-core, Quad-core 2.8 GHz Kryo, Quad-core 1.8 GHz Kryo |
| GPU | Adreno 630 |
Display
The size of NEX S screen is measured diagonally, from corner to corner. The 6.59 inches AMOLED display of Vivo NEX S with 1080 x 2316 px resolution is multitouch capable.
| Display type | AMOLED |
|---|---|
| Screen size | 6.59 inches |
| Resolution | 1080 x 2316 px |
| Multitouch support | yes |
Memory
The internal memory of Vivo NEX S (8 GB) cannot be expanded.
| RAM | 8 GB |
|---|---|
| Internal storage | 128 GB |
| Memory card slot | no |
Camera
The camera of the NEX S 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 NEX S 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.
| Selfie camera | 8 MP |
|---|---|
| Main camera | 12 + 5 MP, 4032 x 3024 px, autofocus, optical image stabilization |
| Flash | Dual LED |
Connectivity
The Vivo NEX S supports 2G, 3G and 4G/LTE networks. 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 NEX S phone doesn't have built-in FM radio.
| GSM 2G bands | 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900 |
|---|---|
| Network coverage | 2G / 3G / 4G |
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac |
| Bluetooth | v5.0, A2DP |
| GPS | A-GPS, GLONASS |
| NFC | no |
| FM radio | no |
| USB | USB Type-C |
| Headphone | 3.5 mm jack |
Battery
The Li-Po 4000 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 NEX S isn't removable without voiding the warranty.
| Type | Li-Po 4000 mAh, non-removable |
|---|
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. The NEX S 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. The Dual SIM capability of Vivo NEX S 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. This smartphone supports fast charging technology, which comes in handy when you need quick juice on your device.
| Sensors | accelerometer, compass, fingerprint, gyroscope, light, ultrasonic |
|---|---|
| Specials | Dual SIM, Fast charging |
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 Vivo NEX S, then don’t hesitate and signal the problem to us.
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