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Targeted to redefine portrait photography with Leica-signed cameras, the Huawei P10 Plus is one of the most remarkable models of the year with its unique color options. As you will recall, in 2016, Huawei made an ambitious entry into the high-end cameraphone market with its P9 and P9 Plus models; The Leica business union shook the market.

This year, the P-series co-operatives became even more powerful with the Pantone Color Institute, while the P10 and P10 Plus were able to talk about it often. So much so that Huawei at Mobile World Congress, which we joined, played a big role and became one of the stars of the fair.

The Huawei P10 Plus design has an undeniable iPhone inspiration. But Huawei is at the head of the companies that have succeeded in transferring this inspiration to their products in the best possible way. So much so that the quality of the material is not avoided and additional improvements have been made to the design of the iPhone. The “Greenery” and “Dazzling Blue” color schemes designed especially for the business partnership with Pantone Color Institute are exceedingly impressive. Especially the feeling of touch that is gained to the phone by gambling technique is very good.

The location of the fingerprint sensor is now debatable for every phone model. There is no standard for fingerprint positioning on the front, back, side, and even below the screen that returns to the city legend. The fingerprint reader on the Huawei P10 Plus is positioned on the front as it is on the iPhone. However, it should be noted that the reader is able to perceive the fingerprint for less than 0.3 seconds, so that the reader works far better than the iPhone. In addition, it is possible to control the phone with different finger movements in this area where fingerprints can be read. In this case, we can say that the fingerprint reader of Huawei P10 Plus is unique.

On the back of the device is a pair of Lecia cameras and a flash light. The fact that the cameras do not have any projections strengthens the design. Huawei avoided all unnecessary details in his design. So much so that even the Huawei logo was hardly visible on the black model we tested. It is necessary to say that it is a very ambitious decision for a brand.

With a 2K, 2560 × 1440 pixel resolution WQHD screen, the Huawei P10 Plus comes with a less competitive display. It is even possible to say that under a sunlight, it gives an unexpectedly good result compared to an LCD screen. However, we can say that it has an “old” design with 71.6% screen trunk ratio compared to the next generation devices. Inevitable; Samsung, LG and Xiaomi have dropped their signatures on designs that exceed the boundaries of the screen frame rate.

But we expect Huawei to be a big surprise in the coming months. The screen, covered with Gorilla Glass 5, is protected against the impact from the outside. I wish we could not get ourselves saying that this durability had been preserved throughout the phone. Yes, unfortunately Huawei P10 Plus does not have a durability certificate against water and tobacco.

The Huawei P10 Plus has a performance that does not disappoint users with its 8-core Huawei Kirin 960 processor. 6 GB of RAM and the Mali-G71 MP8 graphics processing unit give the job more than enough. At this time, we can say that there is almost no game or application on Google Play that will not get under the Huawei P10 Plus.

The device comes with 128 GB internal memory and can be supplemented with microSD cards up to 256 GB. The device that comes with the Anroid 7.0 Nougat operating system includes the Huawei-designed EMUI 5.1 interface. The Huawei P10 Plus finds itself at the top of the list with the cameras that develop with the Leica business alliance. In particular, Using the advantages of SUMMILUX-H lens and dual camera with f1.8 aperture, it takes one step forward in portrait photography.

So much so that you can often encounter the question “what machine do you use it with?” In social media. The depth effect and bokeh effect on the pictures taken is tremendous for a smart phone. With its 3D face recognition technology, the P10 Plus can best distinguish the rear fountain ports.

The Huawei P10 uses the f / 2.2 Leica SUMMARIT lens while the Huawei P10 Plus uses the f / 1.8 Leica SUMMILUX lens. If you do not have a Leica lens rating, this may not be very important to you. Technically, however, we can say that the Huawei P10 Plus can take better photos than its little brother. Monochrome photographs certainly need to be compared with the usual black and white photographs.

When you look at sample photos taken with the Huawei P10 Plus, you can get a better idea of what we mean. The Huawei P10 Plus with four different hybrid focusing capabilities is capable of taking sharp pictures. For those wondering about the tasks of monochrome and RGB sensors; In the simplest case, the monochrome sensor captures the details with the light while the photo is taken, while the RGB sensor records the color.

The new member of the Samsung Gear Fit series, which has gained a good place among the activity tracking devices, is a step forward for the series by closing the gaps in the first device. Smart hour market is narrowing from day to day. Small players gradually leave the market, dominated by big firms. The main reason for the market shrinking is the importance of the activity tracking features rather than the clock characteristics of the users.

As a result, activity tracking wristbands have recently risen in recent times. With its lightweight construction, more affordable prices than smart watches and the ability to tailor detailed activities, smart wristbands have created their own user base. The new version of Gear Fit, the first version of Samsung’s highly acclaimed Gear Fit, completes the shortcomings of the previous device and includes expected features in the series.

The new member of the Samsung Gear Fit series, which has gained a good place among the activity tracking devices, is a step forward for the series by closing the gaps in the first device. The Samsung Gear Fit2 is similar in design to the first Gear Fit. A curved rectangular screen with a curved screen meets us. There are also different measures in the bracelet where different color straps can be used. The belts are perforated so that the device can be adjusted according to everyone. There are two separate keys on the side of the wrist strap. One of these keys functions as a back key. You can switch to the previous screen by pressing this key while in any menu. The other makes it possible to return to the main menu wherever it is. Also note that you can assign a shortcut that can be activated by pressing this key twice.

The device with IP68 certification can withstand water up to 30 minutes at 1.5 meters deep. This means that it can be used in the pool, in the shower, in the rain and for a certain period of time. It is noteworthy that the screen resolution is higher on the device which comes with the smaller screen than the first Gear Fit2. In addition, there is a new barometer sensor in the device that has a stronger processor than the first one.

Thus, heart rhythm measurement, step by step, etc. Measurements, as well as pressure measurements, can be made. Therefore, those who engage in sports such as mountaineering can learn the pressure level and learn about how the weather will be. The stylish level is slightly above the middle and the battery life is 2 days in normal use. According to natural usage habits, this period can be shortened. It takes about 1 hour to charge. Gear Fit2 offered to the user at a price that can be deemed appropriate in consideration of what they can do is useful for those who want to buy activity wristbands as alternatives.

Google has long been on the scene, trying to spread the Android by holding back on the mobile device itself. Google Pixel XL, with Google signature in every detail, is remarkable with its features. Android, which first appeared in 2009, has appeared on numerous brand smartphones to date. Android, which has a different interface in every model, began to show its true potential with Nexus One in 2010. Offering pure Android experience, Nexus devices have come to life in different companies each year.

The Nexus range of devices was always one step ahead of other phones with updates. However, the technology giant was not able to have a say on devices because it was not exactly Google’s phone, no matter what. This was precisely how Google could compete with iOS. It has been said for many years that Google will develop its own phone, but these claims do not come to an end. Finally, Google made the expected breakthrough and drove to the first phone market with its own finger in every field. Google Pixel needs to accept a milestone for the technology giant to move competition to a new dimension. Does Google meet Google Pixel expectations, the most important step in smartphone space? That’s the question that needs to be asked.

Before the touchscreen phones were shipped to the market, the phones were separated by sharp lines from each other in design. But after touchscreen phones were put on the market, it became much more difficult to differentiate in a design sense. Even the slightest resemblance between the devices is enough to attach to the clinic’s wrist. This is why it is so difficult to differentiate.

Although Google Pixel does not make much effort to differentiate, there are details that distinguish it from other devices. When we look at the front, it’s hard to find a distinctive detail in Pixel’s design. It is noteworthy that the lower part of the front of the Pixel, which comes with a giant screen at 5.5 inches QHD resolution, is left blank. It’s surprising that Google moved the menu keys to the bottom of the screen virtually, leaving this place blank. The sound is on and off on the right side.

When we get to the rear, Pixel’s unique design meets us. The back of the device is divided into two parts, bright and matte. At the top is a fingerprint reader and camera. The matte bottom does not have anything except antenna stripes and the Google Pixel logo. The shiny structure of the top makes it easy to scratch. The fact that the phone is thick makes it impossible for the camera to come out. Though the thickness is a minus, we can say a positive detail for those who do not like camera projection. On the bottom of the charger, the headphone jack is on top. The fingerprint reader on the back of the device performs well. The sensor works very fast, and it works great right there. Just reading a fingerprint without having to press any key is enough to turn on the device. In addition, the fingerprint reader scrolls down to quickly access the notification panel.

Every kind of electronic device we use at home is getting smarter. So being able to control them in the best way also becomes a serious priority. The Microsoft All-in-one keyboard offers wireless USB connectivity and a trackpad that makes it easy to use, from smartphones to gaming consoles. The Microsoft All-in-one keyboard, which is marketed only with the black color option, draws attention with its smaller size than the keyboards we are used to in everyday life. This situation initially causes a somewhat longer use of the process of getting used to. After this process, users are expected to have a very comfortable writing experience.

While designing the device, the space between the keys is narrowed, it does not seem to bother the user. In addition, the preferred key height prevents excessive sound from being produced when writing; The noise situation that disturbs the people around when the quick writing is written is removed. Compatible with many different styles, All-in-one works with the most comfortable Windows operating system of course. When you plug in the USB receiver to your computer, the pairing is done quickly and it is possible to process from our new keyboard. When you do the same with a MacBook Pro, for example, you have to work harder.

Microsoft already offers functionality limited to Mac OS X from the very beginning. This limited functionality is obvious when you use the trackpad rather than the writing. It is possible to write very smoothly after the necessary installation, the trackpad does not move as fast as desired. Of course, it should be noted that although the keyboard is Microsoft-branded, it supports Apple-specific shortcuts after connecting to MacOS devices.

If you want to use the keyboard with a Smart TV, your job is easy here. If the USB receiver is plugged in, the keyboard is immediately detected and your television is moving to another size. There is absolutely no fluency problem in use that we mentioned earlier on Macs. Something that is the biggest problem of Smart TVs makes it very comfortable to write. You can feel like converting your TV into a computer by just taking a keyboard. Many options such as searching the Internet, searching and selecting content to watch in select-watch applications, making video calls on YouTube, playing games on Smart TVs are now more practical.

If you use your computer to write a lot of text you can see your work comfortably, but we have to remember that there is not a keyboard designed for office work. Are you a user who likes to play games occasionally? All-in-one will see your business if you choose a strategy game in the style of Civilization. Otherwise, you should not expect much performance from this keyboard, which does not have the gaming keyboard allegation. Trackpad offers the greatest convenience on Smart TVs. When we plug the device into the TV, a small mouse cursor appears on the screen. This allows us to reach the things we watch without enduring the control over the torch. With the help of the trackpad, pulling, scrolling, and zooming come to our fingertips as if they were on smartphones.

Sony a7R II and a7S II are highly acclaimed by Sony, and the success of the new A99 II is justified. Let’s talk about design before PerformanceAnn presented by the maker of 42K megapixel full frame sensor and 4K video capability that we are accustomed to from Sony’s top segment cameras. Although the number of compact cameras has increased in recent times, the size of the interest in DSLR machines is also high. Sony has developed the a99 II in this direction with the focus of DSLR enthusiasts. From the design of the machine, it is possible to say that it has a great similarity with the a99 model. On the upper left of the a99 II, where a magnesium alloy body is preferred, there is a shooting mode ring on which you can adjust the shooting modes and press and lock.

The Sony a99 II does not have a built-in flash, just like it does on other high end cameras in the market. Especially if you are shooting in low light, you can choose Sony’s optional flashes using the hot shoe socket on the machine. If you are planning to shoot in the studio, you can connect an external light source to the machine using the flash connection on the left side of the machine. The ergonomics of the a99 II is very successful. Unlike the a99 II, E-Mount systems, which have won the accolade thanks to the quick focus system, the A-Mount type system is the answer. Let’s talk briefly about what these systems are if you want. Sony produces interchangeable lens cameras with E-Mount that does not use reflex mirrors or A-Mount with advanced full-aperture mirrors. E mount cameras, with their portability, while A-Mount machines are more noticeable for professional users. Come back to the photo quality of the machine that the reflex mirror is located between the back of the lens and the sensor. Sony’s new flagship machine, with the high-megapixel value as in the A7R II, is very detailed.

The Sony a99 II also carries magnificent photo performance in the same direction in video quality. Just as Sony is on the market for other top segment machines, the a99 II also supports professional quality S-Log3 and S-Log2 profiles for video recording. Offering a good tonal production to the mid-tone in the shadows, these profiles emphasize and help to control more on the shadows. The a99 II can record 4K videos at 100 Mbps in addition to Full HD video recording. Of course, it is useful to mention that you should use a very fast SD card when selecting this video setting. If you have a slow card, the machine can record 60 Mbps 4K video instead of 100 Mbps. It can play video at 120 frames per second in full HD resolution, and can also transfer wireless images to mobile devices via Wi-Fi and NFC connections. The Sony a99 II meets all expectations of photographers with both photo and video quality.