Good day!

I’ve been using it for 2.5-3 months now and I’ve already formed some opinions, so far I haven’t been stupid and everything works well, although I already tried to fly, thank God it turned out okay!

We bought it at the Rostelecom company store for 4,290 rubles. I think for that price it’s an excellent tablet! You could look for something cheaper, but we didn’t have time.

The kit included a charger (USB cable and socket)

It has the ability to use 2 SIM cards, personally I use only one compartment, for an Internet SIM card.

There are 2 cameras: the rear one is 2 MP, and the front one is 0.3 MP. For me, as a photography enthusiast, this is very little, but what is worth expecting for such a price. Photos taken with the rear camera:

True, the screen is small - 7 inches, but you can get used to it. After a phone with small screens, I just couldn’t get enough of it, but now something’s not right

.Android version: 4.4.2

Kernel version: 3.4.67

But there is a significant disadvantage - there is not enough memory, and the tablet does not want to be friends with the memory card... as the consultant said, I did everything, but everything is the same.

If you need it for the Internet and games, then it will suit you!

Thank you for taking the time to review my review!

05 May 2014, Odnokrylov Vladimir 7

The hero of our new review is the budget smartphone Explay Hit with support for two SIM cards. The model is equipped with a 4-inch screen with a resolution of 480x800 px and has two cameras (front 0.3 Mpx and rear 2 megapixel). The device is based on a dual-core processor with a frequency of 1 GHz, the amount of RAM is 256 MB, and the built-in memory is 512 MB. The set of wireless communications includes Wi-Fi b/g/n and Bluetooth 4.0.

Explay Hit video review

Explay Hit Package Contents

Smartphone Explay Hit arrived to us for testing in a thin cardboard box with a list of model features printed in white.

Explay Hit packaging

We removed the following set from the package:

• Myself Explay Hit.
• Battery capacity 1500 mAh.
• Wired stereo headset.
• USB charger.
• USB to microUSB cable.
• Documentation: warranty card, brief instructions and technical support number.

Explay Hit package

All accessories, except perhaps the battery, are made in white - to match the back panel of the device.

Explay Hit Design and Features

Design Explay Hit It’s not that it shines with originality, but compared to many representatives of the segment, at least in the number of colors there is some variety - the case measuring 128x54x11.4 mm has a black front panel, silver side inserts, and a white back cover. The front panel contains:

• Speaker.
• Proximity sensor.
• Alert/Charging LED indicator.
• Front camera lens 0.3 Mpx.
• Screen 4 inches diagonal with a resolution of 800x480 pixels.
• Three touch buttons without backlight.
• Microphone

Front side Explay Hit

On the right side are mechanical power/lock and volume buttons. Their pressure is very soft, but tactilely noticeable. On the same edge there is a slot for convenient removal of the cover.

Right side Explay Hit

At the top end there is a headphone jack and a microUSB port.

Top end Explay Hit

On the back Explay Hit There is a 2 Mpx camera lens with LED flash.

Back panel Explay Hit

To access the two SIM card slots, you need to remove not only the back cover, but also the battery. microSD can be removed without removing the battery, but hot swapping is prohibited by the manufacturer - the corresponding inscription is written directly in the memory card slot.

Slots for SIM cards and microSD in Explay Hit

The weight of the device, according to our measurements, is 122 g including the battery.

Explay Hit on the scales

Official specifications Explay Hit we tabulated:

Standard	GSM 900/1800
Type	Smartphone
operating system	Android 4.2
Type of shell	Monoblock
Housing material	Plastic
SIM card	SIM x 2
Weight	122 g
Dimensions (WxHxD)	128x54x11.4 mm
Screen type	Color TFT TN touch
Touch screen type	Capacitive
Diagonal	4 inches
Image Resolution	800x480 pixels
Automatic screen rotation	Eat
Russification	Eat
Ringtones type	Polyphonic, MP3 ringtones
Vibration alert	Eat
Camera	Rear: 2 Mpx, flash Front: 0.3 Mrx
Recording videos	Eat
FM radio	Eat
Headphone jack	3.5 mm
Interfaces	USB, Wi-Fi b/g/n, Bluetooth 4.0
Satellite navigation	No
Access to the Internet	WAP, GPRS, POP/SMTP, HTML
Modem	Eat
Use as a USB storage device	Yes
CPU	MediaTek MT6572, 2 cores, 1000 MHz
GPU	Mali-400 MP
Built-in memory capacity	512 GB
RAM capacity	256 GB
Memory card support	microSDHC up to 32 GB
Battery capacity	1500 mAh
A2DP profile	Eat
Sensors	Approximations

Explay Hit testing

Considering the budget model, it is not surprising that Explay Hit dual-core platform is used MediaTek MT6572, operating at a clock frequency of 1 GHz and accompanied by only 256 MB of RAM. Of the internal memory of 512 MB, the user is left with only 120 MB, expandable with microSD memory cards up to 32 GB. The operating system controls it all. Google Android 4.2.2.

Explay Hit Memory Status Explay Hit System Information

In the set of pre-installed software, oddly enough, there are almost no applications - they were replaced with a package of applications from GetTaxi And CandyApps.

Explay Hit Application Menu

Something useful to note is the over-the-air firmware update program - however, at the time of testing, no new versions were found.

Explay Hit Update Program

Also an interesting idea, in addition to the initial setup wizard, are short guides - one standard Android 4.2, and the second - specifically for this smartphone model. Both guides clearly show the initial steps to become familiar with the operating system and device capabilities.

One of the guides on Explay Hit

But with access to Google Play the user was offended by replacing it with an application store Yandex.Store- not only does it require a Yandex account, but synchronization with Google accounts is not included in the factory firmware.

Yandex.Store on Explay Hit

No, of course, you can create a new one or connect an existing Google account - but this is of little use, considering that the corresponding services and applications are missing, and system links are displayed on Yandex.Store. And the trouble began: not only did this store open only at the end of February 2013 and there are no very popular programs in the catalog yet, but what is available is a couple of months late in freshness. Take, for example, Antutu Benchmark: the presented version, number 4, insistently prompts you to update every time you start it. You can refuse, but even if you agree to go to Google Play, you will again find yourself in the same Yandex.Store.

Limited range of applications in Yandex.Store at the time of testing On Explay Hit, Antutu Benchmark application requires updates

A nostalgic idyll - I remember the times of Google Android 1.6, when there were “cat crying” applications in the official store, and almost all software had to be installed using APK packages. It’s just that it’s Android 4.2 and 2014, so leaving the user without alternatives is not very comme il faut. However, one can understand the aspirations of smartphone manufacturers: it is much easier to agree on compensation for installing partner software with a company that is actively working in the language region and is well known to users than with Google - which, apparently, does not require money for a license to install the OS, but also itself doesn’t really want to pay manufacturers. And not a penny is visible from software sales, while Yandex promises users a savings system - every purchase in the Yandex.Store store returns 10% of the money spent to a bonus account for future purchases. You can pay for applications by credit card, from a mobile account or through Yandex money.

Request to install a package on Explay Hit

Here's another interesting point: for Yandex.Store to work, you need to allow the installation of applications from unknown sources - a favorite loophole for viruses and Trojans for Android. However, Google has clipped the wings of the scammers: during installation, warnings are forced to appear with a complete list of permissions required by the program to access the functions of the operating system, and if you carefully read what the application will do, then problems are unlikely to overtake you. In addition, it is solemnly stated that all applications in the catalog are scanned by antivirus software. Another thing is that the installation process in this format looks strange - as if applications are installed not from a decent software store, but manually from the device’s memory.

But let’s finally move on from the specifics of Yandex.Store to software testing itself. It cannot be said that the result in the outdated Antutu Benchmark 4 is in any way surprising - there is no point in demanding special achievements from an ultra-budget model.

Explay Hit results in Antutu Benchmark

The standard browser by default leads to the Yandex home page, but no other changes in its operation are visible - our portal opened properly even in full mode (for a desktop PC) without loss of page content.

Standard browser Explay Hit

Considering his advanced age Angry Birds, the work of this simple two-dimensional game on Explay Hit not overshadowed by any difficulties.

Angry Birds on Explay Hit

The range of 3D games in Yandex.Store is small, so I had to choose a relatively new one Asphalt 8 Airborne 2013 release. First, the game asked to download more than 900 megabytes of data, which is basically impossible on this smartphone without a memory card and Wi-Fi, and then it simply “dropped” onto the desktop. Don't play. Next we moved on to Frontline Commando- this not the most recent example of game development “ate up” only 217 MB of memory, started up and generally behaved decently - it didn’t slow down, and it was comfortable to play.

Asphalt 8 Airborne loading data on Explay Hit
Frontline Commando on Explay Hit

Explay Hit equipped with Wi-Fi b/g/n and Bluetooth 4.0 modules. The Wi-Fi speed, according to our measurements, was about 31 Mbit/s when copying to a smartphone and an average of 20 Mbit/s when transferring data from it.

2 years ago

1. I liked the nimbleness 2. It responds so quickly. He quickly flips through pictures and photos in albums. 3. Two SIM cards. The network works great. 4.You can save installation applications and games to the SD card. I don’t even have this on my Samsung phone. I know that it can be treated with firmware. But it was not pleasant to buy for 10 thousand. And again we need flattery there. And this tablet costs 4 thousand.))) okay, one of the advantages is that it is pleasant to the touch. There is a GPS. The games are not very strong or average yet, but most likely he will not be able to handle them. Didn't pump it. You need to inspect this item in person. What else. Here I put the font all the way so that the letters were readable in the menu. So everything is exactly small and hard to see. This is a minus.

2 years ago

Price, simplicity, availability of 3G

2 years ago

Compact, lightweight, convenient

2 years ago

Price, equipment

2 years ago

Nothing stands out.

2 years ago

2 years ago

convenient practical cool real

2 years ago

Sensitive in games, works on the Internet quickly! Excellent for working with text! Price!

2 years ago

Unfortunately, there are more minuses than pluses. There are decent ones, offensive ones, critical ones. Let me begin by describing the shortcomings. I bought it two weeks ago. I took it for my father. Why this particular company because I previously considered this company to be strong and fast, and this is reflected in its work in general. In general
1. This is what immediately caught my eye, it’s the screen that’s cracking and shimmering all over. You don’t know how to immediately look at it from what angle. Personally, my eyes hurt.
2. This is a quiet external speaker. It's not critical.
3. From the set there are few gifts of elementary ears, it’s not even a shame.
4. Little operational. But not critical.
5. The battery has very few amperes. The charge generally holds up well, but I would like it to be more. The biggest minus is the screen. I repeat, it’s impossible to watch.
6. Sometimes it throws you out of the browser. Well I think so and

2 years ago

Screen blur when pressed, low amount of RAM, high temperature during active work

2 years ago

little memory, only works for 2 hours in game mode

2 years ago

Battery, when pressed hard, blur appears on the screen

2 years ago

There is extremely little memory, the operating system quickly begins to slow down, it does not support SD cards, the battery is rather weak.

2 years ago

The screen only worked in the center. After 12 days of use it stopped turning on.

2 years ago

Battery drains quickly

2 years ago

The battery runs out quickly, after 3 months the sensor cracked while charging, only the upper part of the sensor works until it cracks! Ultrasound is weak, not enough for more powerful games! It doesn't have 4 gigabytes of memory! 1 gigabyte internal and 1 gigabyte built-in!

The Explay brand provides users with a large selection of inexpensive tablets with the necessary set of functions for. HIT was no exception, but unlike younger Explay models, it has wider functionality, which will become clear after reviewing all its characteristics.

Inexpensive device with rich functionality

Let's find out what Explay HIT offers the user, what are its advantages and main characteristics.

Contents of delivery

Explay HIT comes with the usual configuration - charger, USB cable and accompanying documentation. In general, everything you need for comfortable use and no additional accessories - you can purchase them at your discretion.

Design

The external design of the Explay HIT is a matte black plastic body; the glossy screen shimmers beautifully in the light, but to some extent requires careful handling due to the fact that fingerprints easily remain on it. Overall, the model looks solid and dignified, will look good in any environment and will suit every user - there are no frills in the design that could be off-putting.

This decision is correct, because the main role is not played by the appearance, but by the compliance of the internal content with the user’s expectations.

Screen

The 7-inch screen is the golden mean between compactness and optimal parameters for convenient viewing of web pages and video files. On such a screen it is convenient to watch movies or edit documents; you will not have the need to stare and damage your eyesight. On the other hand, a larger screen requires a correspondingly sized tablet, and then it is no longer so convenient to carry with you in any bag or briefcase, so the decision to make a 7-inch screen can be considered very deliberate.

The screen resolution is not as high as it could be - only 1024x600, but, as you know, the higher it is, the more expensive the device becomes. However, this resolution will not be a hindrance - the picture on the tablet is bright and colorful, and the multi-touch function makes use even more convenient.

Performance

The MediaTek MT8312 1300 MHz processor with 2 cores will ensure fast operation of Explay HIT, allowing you to browse web pages, multimedia files and use applications without slowdowns. Naturally, such a frequency and power are not enough for large games with sophisticated graphics, but this model is not designed for such use. But simple games and work applications for documents will load without problems, in addition, the processor will not consume a lot of charge, thanks to which the device will be able to work offline for a long time.

The RAM has a capacity of 512 MB - not too much for a device of this type, but it is justified by the cost of the tablet and the fact that it plays the role of a pocket multimedia center with Internet access.

Multimedia capabilities

The screen diagonal, processor power and other parameters on Explay HIT are quite enough to fully enjoy watching movies and videos, listening to music and other tasks related to multimedia files. Naturally, the device has a headphone jack and an external speaker.

To store multimedia files and other documents and applications, 4 GB of internal memory is available, which can be expanded using a memory card up to 32 GB - this model copes well with displaying data of this volume. In addition, it is quite enough for an average tablet in terms of functionality; this is enough for applications, films, videos, music, books and photos, and other files.

Additionally, it is worth noting such an important feature of this tablet as support for SIM cards, which will allow you to use it as a mobile phone. Moreover, you can insert 2 SIM cards into the device at the same time, which will save you from the problem when you need to call a subscriber who uses the services of another operator.

Battery and operating time

Battery capacity is an important parameter in any tablet review. The model comes with a 2800 mAh battery, which will provide at least 2 hours of battery life, as stated by the manufacturer. But in fact, it is difficult to determine the operating time of a tablet without recharging - it all depends on the specific user and the tasks he sets for the device.

It is clear that if you constantly play or watch movies, then the indicated 2 hours of work will be the maximum for the tablet. But if it is used more for surfing the Internet or reading or viewing photos, then this model will probably be able to function without recharging for much longer.

Camera

The tablet has two cameras - a 2 MP rear camera will allow you to take a large number of pictures in optimal lighting, the front one is designed to provide video communication of tolerable quality. By the way, in the reviews of many available models there is a trend - in most cases, manufacturers do not install a front camera with a resolution of more than 0.3 MP, since this significantly increases the cost of the device, and, apparently, this parameter is not so important in equipment of this type.

Operating system and programs

The Explay HIT tablet runs on the Google Android 4.2 operating system. The basic set has everything you need - a file manager, browser, search engine, programs for viewing files of different formats. From the Play Store you can download all other applications needed in your work, which are then conveniently placed in the menu in the form of a list. The advantage of this is that its content can be supplemented at your discretion with programs of any type, and most software creators release separate versions of their programs for Android users.

Competitors

The first competitor for this model that is worth paying attention to is the Ginzzu GT-7020. This tablet has almost the same parameters, but it is more powerful - it has a processor not with 2, but with as many as 4 cores, and has a built-in memory of 8 GB versus 4 GB in the HIT model. Plus, the camera in this model is equipped with a flash, which significantly expands the shooting capabilities, and it costs a little less.

In addition to it, when choosing a tablet from this price niche, you should pay attention to the Digma Optima 7.22 3G, which has almost the same functionality and, again, will cost a little less than the Explay brand model.

And the last analogue that I would like to offer in this review is the Irbis TX61 - its cost is almost the same as that of the Explay HIT, however, it is noticeably more compact due to the screen diagonal being smaller by an inch.

Advantages and disadvantages

Among the advantages of this model I would like to note the following:

• Optimal dimensions and lightness of the device.
• Good screen resolution.
• Availability of 2 cameras.
• Supports 3G, GPS and connection of 2 SIM cards.
• Attractive price.

Among the shortcomings, the most significant are the screen resolution (which, however, does not greatly affect use) and the average-power processor (which is unlikely to cope with a large number of applications and tasks at the same time). I would also like the RAM to be a little larger, but this will have a significant impact.

Conclusion

In general, Explay HIT has quite good functionality and is perfect for everyday use. Convenient dimensions, support for SIM cards, the ability to significantly expand data storage using a memory card, availability of Wi-Fi and 3G - what else is needed for a device used to access the Internet and play multimedia files?

This model is suitable for the average user - a student, schoolchild or office worker, for those who are often on the road and want to have a pocket multimedia center with Internet access. On the tablet you can easily use a high-speed connection, play more or less simple games, and work with documents and materials. Plus, it has a simple and strict design, an attractive price that justifies the internal content.

Explay Hit 3G is an excellent new device designed for active use, also used for web surfing, free communication, and navigation in the car. With it you can watch movies in good quality and listen to music. A good dual-core processor allows the device to successfully cope with the assigned tasks. The Explay Hit 3G's lightweight design makes it easy to travel with.

Large selection of communications for tablets

One of the main features of this device is the presence of two SIM cards. The user can, in addition to using fast 3G Internet, simultaneously talk on this seven-inch device, like on a telephone. The device also has Wi-Fi, a slot for a memory card with a capacity of up to 32 Gb, with which the tablet can store a lot of different information. The device is perfect for trips and trips: it weighs only 292 g, holds a good battery charge and is recommended for those who are often on the road. The two available cameras provide the ability to video communicate and simultaneously capture frames of interest.

of this device

If we look at Explay Hit 3G in even more detail, the characteristics of this device are as follows: screen type - TFT, screen diagonal - 7 inches, multi-touch support, dual-core processor, RAM - 512 Mb. Built-in memory - 4 Gb. The device supports up to 32 Gb, H/W/T - 119/192/9. Country of origin - China.

When the Explay Hit 3G tablet turns on, the first thing that catches your eye is that the desktop has a slightly unusual look for Android - without the proper “Google”, only “Yandex”. Don’t be upset about this, you can download the “Market”. It is also easy to install the Skype program without any problems; it is installed usually, as on similar tablets.

The first conversation on Skype showed that it copes well with low lighting - it can offer moderately normal quality. The other sensor produces video that is quite decent for its class. When connecting the tablet to the computer, a special icon is displayed; to copy all kinds of files, click “On.” USB drive." The sound during a conversation exceeded all expectations - audibility is excellent.

Explay Hit 3G: reviews and main features

User opinions about this gadget are mostly positive. The only thing that confuses most people is that the device has too little memory - only 512 Mb. Also, some describe that the disadvantage is the battery charge - it lasts for about 2 hours of active work. But for the most part, for the price, people are happy with the device.

The advantages of this gadget include good multimedia capabilities. It’s easy to view photos, videos, website pages on the Internet, read e-books, and work with texts. Explay Hit 3G has almost no serious disadvantages. However, this unit is no longer suitable for serious games. It will be a great help for car enthusiasts as a GPS navigator and video recorder. It is possible to connect an external webcam.

Explay is considered a very worthy company; this tablet combines quality and many functions. What is different about this gadget? Available slots for two SIM cards. Therefore, you can easily use high-speed Internet, while at the same time talking like on the phone. The gadget includes Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, and it’s also nice to have two cameras.

As we have already said, you can expand the existing memory with a card up to 32 Gb, with it it will be possible to store the largest amount of information.

The seven-inch TFT display allows you to use many applications with great comfort. The cost of this tablet does not indicate its incredible capabilities. We managed to save on a lot, but at the same time, excellent functionality prevails, and this can be considered one of the main prides of the device. And there is no reason to make any claims to this manufacturer. The device is considered a universal gadget with wide functionality and reasonable cost. This gadget has OS - “Android 4.2”. The transfer of any data in this tablet works perfectly. Wi-Fi connects easily, and no glitches are detected during very long surfing on the Internet.

Hit 3G: instructions

The user manual for this gadget is very modest - it is available in the form of a small sheet, and all the information contained in it was given above.

Conclusion

This tablet leaves very positive impressions - the body is thin, and the gadget itself is light, the device looks like a large smartphone. The only downsides are the small memory and display, but it hardly raises any complaints.

In conclusion, let's say a few words about the device manufacturer. Explay is a Russian supplier of digital devices. The company has been operating since 2005. The main activity is the sale and warranty service of various electronic devices. Products under the Explay brand are distributed throughout the Russian Federation, Belarus and Ukraine. The brand has a number of service centers.