Gmini MagicBook T6LHD: reviews. Gmini MagicBook T6LHD: specifications, owner's manual

E-book Gmini MagicBook T6LHD isa six-inch backlit reader, introduced in the mobile market in late 2013. The gadget's screen works on a relatively new and interesting technology - E-Ink Pearl HD FrontLight, which managed to get a lot of positive feedback from users.

So, the subject of today's article is the Gmini readerMagicBook T6LHD. Overview of the characteristics, advantages and disadvantages of the model, as well as the opinions of experts in this field and feedback from the owners of the device - this and other interesting information will be presented to your attention further.

Equipment

The gadget is packed in a small box of densecardboard, where you can see the image of the reader and its most "delicious" characteristics. On the back of the package there is a detailed specification, a separate unit is assigned to the most flattering reviews. Gmini MagicBook T6LHD occupies the lion's share of the space, and the accompanying accessories are accurately laid out around the perimeter. Everything is compact, there are not any superfluous inserts or pieces of foam.

Contents of delivery:

the reader itself Gmini MagicBook T6LHD;
manual for operation in Russian;
universal micro USB cable for PC synchronization and recharging;
Case book;
warranty card with a list of service centers.

The package is modest, there is nothing superfluous in it,even something is missing. There is no software or driver disk, but the stock update can be downloaded from the official brand site where you need to select the category of the gadget and model, that is Gmini MagicBook T6LHD. The instruction for the device is modest, but the developer sewed the full version of the manual into the memory of the device itself, so there should not be any problems with usability.

Many users in their reviews complain aboutlack of charger. The manufacturer put a case for the electronic book in the box, but for some reason forgot to equip it with network memory. Therefore, buy it separately or use any charger from a smartphone or tablet, the benefit of USB-interfaces are not fastidious.

The cover for the e-book looks modest, butThe universal dimensions of the gadget allow you to choose any other one you like, even from clean skin or flexible plastic. There are no specific holes in the protection, so any orientation of the cover (horizontal or vertical) will do.

Appearance

E-book Gmini MagicBook T6LHD completefrom pleasant to the touch rubberized plastic. The front side has a glossy finish, and the rear side is matte. The touch reminds velvet. The corners of the gadget are markedly rounded, and it looks more like an oval rather than a rectangle.

As for the build quality, hereusers leave extremely positive reviews. Gmini MagicBook T6LHD does not creak, crunches and is not squeezed even with a strong push on the case, and all the structural parts are densely and competently fitted to each other. The device looks monolithic and serious, and if you turn it in your hands, you feel that you are holding a solid device that does not give up cheapness at all.

Most of the front panel Gmini MagicBookT6LHD (6 inches) occupies the display. Above him flaunts the brand logo. The lower frame is dedicated to the function keys: navigation joystick with the buttons "OK", "Back", "Context menu", "Home" and turning on / off the gadget's light.

On both sides of the device are locatedduplicating each other's paper swinging pads. Users have repeatedly thanked the manufacturer for such a thoughtful move and left entirely positive comments about this. Gmini MagicBook T6LHD turned out to be universal for left-handers, and for right-handed people, and protective accessories, like the same cover, are easy to pick up.

Interfaces

On the back of the device is a series of readers,type of screen matrix and conveyor number. At the end on the right side you can see the interface for SD-cards, protected by a stub. The latter is snug against the body, so you need to apply the proper force to remove the card. Users on this issue leave mixed reviews. Gmini MagicBook T6LHD turned out, on the one hand, more protected from dust and dirt due to the absence of gaps on the case, and under the plug including, but on the other hand, people without strong nails will have to resort to screwdrivers and a similar tool to install / remove the card , which is not very convenient.

At the top end of the device are a micro-USB interface, an audio jack "minijack" (3.5 mm), a hot-boot button and a power button with a charging indicator.

General impressions of users from the design andappearance is generally positive. There are no elements that cut general stylistics or annoy the owner. Everything is done in calm and universal colors.

Ergonomics

Due to its dimensions (179 x 123 x 11 mm)gadget is comfortable to hold even in one hand, and due to the pronounced roundness of the corners almost perfectly fits in the palm. As already mentioned above, the rear part of the case has a matte coating, so the device does not slip and does not try to fall out of the hands.

All function keys are pressed easily, but withproper elasticity and characteristic click. At first, it may be difficult to perceive the buttons due to the duplicated page-turning knots, but users say that you quickly get used to it, so discomfort disappears in an hour or two.

Functional

The users in their reviews separately thankdesigners for the presence in the reader of the button "Return", which greatly facilitates usability in general. If this button is unacceptable for such devices, then you can reassign it to some other function for Gmini MagicBook T6LHD.

Firmware from the official site (stock) in thisdoes not help, but numerous amateur builds can change almost all the functionality as you like, even upside down. The only thing, it is worth to clarify that they will have to install them at your own peril and risk. It often happens that substandard amateur firmware can damage part or all of the internal system of Gmini MagicBook T6LHD: the gadget does not turn on, friezes, lags and other problems appear. Yes, and the warranty you lose, so it's better to use the official software for the gadget.

Control

Despite the full touch control,all functionality is duplicated by mechanical buttons, which does not infringe upon the rights of either fans of modern tapas or traditional "keyboardists". Owners in their reviews repeatedly thanked the developer for such a constructive approach.

The weight of the device is 230 grams, whichlittle more than similar devices, but the reader is almost not felt in the hand as something heavy and tedious, so there is no discomfort during the operation, according to users. The cover visibly heaves the gadget, but protection from all sides and a more attractive appearance is an obvious plus.

Screen

Naturally, the main and decisive factor forpurchase of this kind of equipment remains the screen and picture quality. Technology E-Ink Pearl HD has been used in the readers since the end of 2011 and has proven itself in the gadgets of such a plan.

One of the main features is the fact,that the design does not emit its own light, nor does it flicker, which has a very positive effect on vision, especially when the device is used for a long time. In addition, the picture on the output looks like a paper sheet, which is also comfortably perceived by the reader.

The contrast level is more than acceptablelevel - 12 to 1. Rare competitors of this segment can boast such a ratio (the most common is 7 to 1). This level allows you to easily read almost any font with a resolution of 1024 x 768 pixels.

Backlight

If you like to read in the dark, then by clicking ona special key you can turn on the backlight. More modest readers, working on electronic ink, are deprived of this function, but there is also a fly-fly: the device is much faster discharged with the backlight on.

This mode gives the screen a pronounced bluea shade, which you quickly get used to. The illumination is distributed evenly, so that no unlit areas or strips are observed. The level can be adjusted on a scale from 1 to 8. The first step is almost invisible even in the dark time of the day and does not blind the eyes at all, transmitting a diffuse and soft glow. The latter is clearly pronounced, and it can be used, perhaps, as a flashlight, and not as an entourage for reading. For a comfortable pastime in the darkness it is quite enough for the fifth or even the fourth step.

If you read the reviews of users,that at the majority of people at working illumination eyes get tired much more quickly, rather than with fluorescent lamps, therefore this functional will be useful, that is called, in a tent or at switching-off of an electricity.

Interface Operation

Change the picture on the screen is not instant,as it is organized, for example, in smartphones and tablets. But this not only does not interfere with reading, but on the contrary - it helps calm the eyes. The gadget interface does not slow down at all and almost instantly opens large libraries. Naturally, on the "Les Miserables" Hugo (5 volumes) or on "People of Good Will" Farigul (27 volumes), the device will stumble and think for a while.

Touch control can be and not suchaccurate, but sensitive, and tapa does not require a strong tap. Sometimes this control greatly facilitates the operation, but in general it is much more interesting, and more practical (not spoiled by the fingers of the screen) to work with the mechanical component.

Users in their reviews say thatcompletely satisfied with the characteristics of the screen. For the reader, the offered matrix features and the output image are the most. The gadget does not lose to paper carriers at all: it pleases the high definition of the image, the view under the "sheet cloth" and the presence of the backlight.

Impressions from work

The gadget can read books aloud, but with oneunpleasant for the domestic consumer nuance - only in English and Chinese. The same amateur firmware can correct this defect, but the voice assistant does not always work correctly, and reads strictly defined fonts.

Pleased and an abundance of codecs. In addition to the usual formats TXT, FB2 and RTF, the device recognizes mobile extensions MOBI and EPUB, as well as rare PRC, TRC, SNM and OEB. Moreover, there is no problem with the "heavy" PDF format. Everything that the reader "eats" is displayed properly and without any problems, if there are none at the file itself.

Additional Features

With regard to some additionalopportunities, then there are, judging by the reviews, practically none. Yes, and expect from the reading room something like video or radio is not necessary. Music gadget, as noted by users, loses quite tolerably, although there are small drawdowns, if the audio file caught a high bitrate. Pictures, like photos, are displayed in black and white without any shades and saturation.

In general, the device copes with its intended purpose for 100%, and for other delights, please refer to the shelf with tablets and smartphones.

Autonomous work

Matrices of such a plan, working on technologyelectronic ink, are characterized by extremely economical energy consumption, because the main energy consumption occurs at the moment of turning pages and working with navigation.

The battery life can be calculated if notmonths, then weeks - for sure. Our respondent did not become an exception, and field tests showed that even when reading up to five hours a day the device will ask for the outlet no more often than once in three weeks. If you constantly use the backlight in the middle step, then the battery life will be reduced by about half.

Summarizing

Gmini MagicBook T6LHD (price about 6000 rubles)has almost all the advantages of gadgets of its segment. The model perfectly suits even the most picky users and those who like to read in the dark. The sharpness of the picture and the perfect balance of contrast will not strain your eyesight, and the smooth operation of the interface will ensure a comfortable pastime for your favorite book.

Here you can add quite a democraticprice tag: similar venerable competitors stand for one or two thousand more expensive, while having similar characteristics, and sometimes inferior to some of our respondents.

The main advantages of the reader Gmini MagicBook T6LHD (judging by the reviews):