Mts smart sprint 4g what model is it. MTS Smart Sprint review and description of the unlocking method. Technical characteristics of MTS SMART Sprint
Budget smartphone with a 4.5-inch screen and 4G support. Two main advantages: excellent performance in LTE and price, otherwise nothing remarkable. Yes, two more SIM card slots. As a modern budget device, the device looks more or less decent, and it is in this quality that it should be considered.
Indeed, just a year and a half ago we saw budget devices with much worse parameters, and prices were bound to rise for well-known reasons. The price of the device is 3,990 rubles. on sale until September 30, then it will be sold for 4,790 rubles. We still have inertia of thinking, and 4G support seems to many to be a “premium feature” that should cost extra money. Fortunately for everyone, this is almost no longer the case. “For everyone” because both parties are interested in supporting 4G: we are happy with a much more stable Internet, and the operator is happy with the release of 2G/3G network resources, plus a device with 4G obviously sells better.
Technical characteristics of MTS Smart Sprint 4G:
Manufacturer: Haier Electrical Appliances Corp (China)
Operating system: Android 5.1 Lollipop
SIM cards: two, microSIM, SIM-Lock installed for both cards.
Screen: 4.5 inches, TN, 16.78 million colors, 854 x 480, pixel density 218 ppi
Cameras: main 5 MP with autofocus, front 0.3 MP (VGA).
Processor: .
Video subsystem: Mali-T720 M, 400 MHz.
Memory: 8 GB built-in (about 5 GB available), 1 GB RAM.
Memory card slot: microSD up to 32 GB.
Support 2G/3G/4G. Bands 2G 900/1800 MHz, 3G 900/2100 MHz, 4G (LTE FDD) 800/1800/2600 (bands 3/7/20).
Wireless interfaces: Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, Bluetooth 4.0, USB
Navigation: GPS, A-GPS
Battery: 1800 mAh
Dimensions and weight: 131 x 9.5 x 65 mm, 140 g.
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Information for those who want to immediately understand whether it makes sense to read the review to the end. Unfortunately, the “technical specifications” section does not reflect individual characteristics, which can greatly affect the convenience and comfort of the user.
The technical specifications are listed above, and a description of the smartphone can also be found on the MTS online store website. In a nutshell: to pay 3,990 instead of 4,790 rubles for a smartphone. (saving 800 rubles), you must pay in advance for the subscription according to the tariff or the Internet package in advance for 2-4 months, depending on the tariff.
About the device itself. The TN display is average in terms of color rendering; when tilted, the colors are greatly distorted and go blind in the sun. There is no protective glass (plastic). Resolution is 854 x 480 with a pixel density of 218 ppi; for a 4.5-inch screen this can now be considered the lower threshold for comfortable viewing.
LTE support, radio module works great. The battery is removable, 1800 mAh, lasts a full day of normal use, but with more active use it may not last until the evening.
The device is light, compact and quite suitable for a lady. Especially considering the good choice of colors for the back cover (black, gray, white, gold). The assembly is good, everything is tight, without cracks or backlashes.
2 SIM cards in microSIM format, there are no restrictions on the functionality of SIM cards in different slots, and data transfer in all standards works on both, selection through the menu. SIM lock is installed on both slots. There is a slot for a memory card, microSD up to 32 GB. Built-in memory 8 GB (about 5 GB available), RAM 1 GB. The Android 5.1 Lollipop operating system is practically without additional shells and slow-down “decorations”, only the easily disable Celltick starter package is installed.
There are two cameras, the main one is 5 MP with autofocus, the front one is 0.3 MP, both cameras are unimportant. There is an LED flash, but it is weak. The entire photo part is frankly budget-friendly and in most cases will not work as a replacement for a digital point-and-shoot camera.
The performance is average (20,000 AnTuTu parrots), but the interface hardly slows down. Toys - depending on your luck, I wouldn’t count on playing with maximum settings.
Positioning
The target audience is broad but vague. At first and/or undemanding glance, it is a full-fledged, yet inexpensive smartphone with a full set of features. Despite the traditionally “no” design, four color options (black, gray, white, gold) significantly expand the segment of potential consumers. Similarly, with support for two SIM cards, operator models usually do not pamper us with such functionality. And, of course, LTE as a sign of modernity and advancement.
Offhand, the consumer gets almost everything no worse than in much more expensive models, and this is “everything” for very little money. Which, in fact, determines the positioning of the device. Starting from a schoolgirl and ending with a relatively demanding, but very cash-strapped lover of modern technology.
Equipment and design
The kit includes the smartphone itself, a headset, a power adapter for an output current of 1 A, a connecting cable, and a “User Guide.” There is no memory card included (microSD cards up to 32 GB are supported). It charges from a standard 1 A adapter in about three hours, from a 2 A adapter - two hours. In general, the supplied 1 A adapter can be used; its advantage is its compactness, and the difference in charging time is small.
There is nothing to write about the design, everything would be absolutely standard and without any attempts to stand out from the monotonous mass, but the choice of colors helps. At least something catches the eye. The back is made of smooth plastic, not particularly easily soiled, the plastic is not glossy. It may slip slightly in your hand, but it does not rustle under your fingers. The MTS logo is unobtrusive and does not catch the eye.
If the color of the side buttons can be considered a design element, then yes, they are made of metal-like plastic and stand out against the background of the body. In general, the appearance would be characterized by the phrase “neutral-neat.” It can look interesting with a white plastic back.
Design Features
As I already wrote, there are no questions about the assembly. Everything is tight, without cracks, does not move, does not crunch in your hands. The back cover is pressed in just a little bit, but not critically. The layout is standard, a monoblock with a tray-shaped back cover.
Flash (one LED) - under the camera eye, when assembled everything is very neat, the camera does not protrude, it is almost flush with the back cover. The battery is removable.
The multimedia speaker grille is poor. It was not placed on a fold, but they also did not provide protrusions in the cover to provide clearance. Accordingly, when the phone is lying even on a flat surface, the sound is greatly muffled. Despite the fact that the speaker volume is already below average.
At first it seemed that one of the slots was universal: either a SIM card or microSD. Upon closer examination, I saw a “ladder” socket, microSD on top. By the way, if you decide to remove the microSIM from the first slot, then look for a toothpick. The socket is tight and there is nothing special to cling to; a screwdriver or other metal object can accidentally damage the contacts.
The volume rocker and power button are together on the right side. They protrude above the surface just right, and there are no complaints about the clarity of operation. There is only one microphone (at the bottom) and is strongly shifted to the right. A good design for those who are used to holding the phone in their left hand during a conversation. The headset/headphone jack is on top, the microUSB jack is also on top.
Three virtual buttons are marked with standard symbols; I didn’t find an option to swap them in the menu. The backlight of the buttons is white, dim, and does not irritate in the dark. There is no LED event indicator.
Display
Here there is something to complain about, one of the obvious weaknesses of the device. Thank you that even though the diagonal is 4.5 inches, they could stuff 4 inches into a budget phone. As I already wrote, a resolution of 854 x 480 with a pixel density of 218 ppi for a 4.5-inch screen can now be considered the lower threshold for comfortable viewing. By the way, there is multi-touch, but it only supports two simultaneous presses. I didn’t find any protective glass (didn’t look hard enough?), according to all sensations, it’s plastic. Accordingly, it gets very dirty. But it is unlikely to ripple when dropped.
In the screenshots everything is good and blissful, in reality there is “soap”, especially in thin fonts. It’s not very noticeable, but the text looks blurry and somehow sloppy, or something. It’s not very critical, but someone who switches from a smartphone with a higher pixel density will feel the difference immediately. As a small consolation: most programs are still “tailored” to approximately these resolutions, and you most likely will not have to delve into the settings.
It's sadder with viewing angles. Colors are distorted to the point of inversion even with relatively small rotations of the display in the vertical plane. When turning in a horizontal plane it is tolerable, there is less distortion. That is, it’s quite comfortable to watch a movie alone in landscape orientation, but sitting next to each other is unlikely to work. However, this is a good reason to put a girl on your lap; you need to see the positive in everything.
The brightness of the display outside is definitely not enough even with light clouds; in the sun the screen “blinds” and becomes almost unreadable. It works well in cloudy weather and indoors; I was especially pleased with the automatic brightness adjustment. So smoothly that at first I even doubted the existence of this function.
Out of the box, the display clearly suffered from blueness, and this is where MiraVision came into its own. The proprietary MiraVision technology has appeared, as far as I understand, in smartphones based on the latest MTK chips and allows you to customize image parameters on the screen. Brightness, contrast, color temperature and a bunch of other parameters.
Play around with the settings for about 10 minutes and you will achieve a decent result for yourself. MiraVision shows changes in real time simultaneously in two pictures “was” and “became”, which greatly simplifies the process and makes it not boring.
Another feature is the obviously empty space at the top of the screen, which occupies about 20% of the usable area. Neither a widget nor an icon can be dragged there. Why did they do this?! “It doesn’t affect the speed,” but it causes fair irritation. Screen space is a valuable resource for the user, and the user must be respected.
Cameras
There are two cameras: a main 5 MP with autofocus and a front 0.3 MP (VGA, 640 x 480) without it. On the forum I read something like “for its class, a 5 MP camera is normal!” Brothers, you haven’t seen normal 2 MP cameras without autofocus in phones from three or four years ago, which took pictures much better. Unexpected regression or concerted actions by smartphone manufacturers? This is a question for Eldar.
Traditionally an “advertising” photo of a children’s playground. You can see for yourself that despite autofocus, sharpness is a complete problem, and there’s no cure for it. No, I didn’t forget to remove the protective film from the lens of this miracle. But with the white balance everything is more or less (we are looking for the positive).
You don’t have to experiment with non-standard types of lighting; nothing good will come of it anyway. In ideal conditions (outside in cloudy weather) it can be quite good. If the object is not small and framed correctly.
Evening/night shots in poor lighting cannot be taken without a flash; the real “range” of the flash is one meter, no more. But at least the flash photos don’t come out disgustingly purple.
You will be able to take a photo of the notice on the door and then you will be able to read it. Again, subject to shooting during the day in good lighting. Or shoot with flash. It seems to me that shooting advertisements is the only rational use of the flash in this device. And, of course, there is no point in torturing text recognition systems.
If the stars align on good lighting, a large and bright object, then the picture can turn out to be of the “it’s not a shame to post it on social network” level. I'm afraid this is the maximum that can be achieved from this camera. I didn’t delve into the settings or understand the panoramic scenes, because no one will need it. The obvious use of a camera is to take a photo when you really need it or really want it, but there is nothing better at hand.
The front camera is there and working. I chose the two most successful selfies out of a dozen taken. The front camera delivers its honest 0.3 MP without any tricks with interpolations, the result is as expected. In the heat of the moment, I almost wrote “it could be worse,” but that would have been slander. It’s good for Skype, but it will also save girls a lot of time on makeup; no one will see the difference anyway (we’re looking for something positive, remember?).
Characteristics
The main characteristics are given at the beginning of the review. MediaTek MT6735M 1 GHz quad-core chipset with LTE support, video - Mali-T720M, 400 MHz, 1 GB RAM.
For some reason AnTuTu refused to give me “confirmed” results, but it doesn’t matter. According to numerous reviews, the test program readings range from 18,600 to 20,200 “parrots,” so the figure is consistent.
As for the results, they are natural. The MediaTek MT6735M processor version is the “younger brother” of the MediaTek MT6735 with a frequency cut to 1 GHz (compared to 1.5 GHz in the MediaTek MT6735), and, as they say, the Mali-T720M video subsystem also operates at 400 MHz instead of 600 MHz in the “big brother” » Mali-T720.
A “branded” start widget (launcher), which is now included with all branded and not only branded smartphones sold in MTS stores.
From the user's point of view, the Celltick add-on only affects the start screen of a locked device. In addition to the usual functions of unlocking the screen and setting the sound mode, Celltick adds a clock, operator logo and battery percentage to the screensaver. Plus, most importantly, six bookmarks for quick access to the most necessary (according to Celltick) functions. For example, to a weather widget, a social network, a photo gallery, etc. In case of a missed event, another indicator bookmark with a warning is added.
This starter package is unlikely to affect the speed of operation; after configuration (disabling unnecessary notifications, etc.) it consumes about 1.5-2% of the battery life. If you don't need Celltick or are annoying, you can easily disable it. In the upper right corner of the menu screen, then go to the “Settings” section, scroll to the very bottom line.
Impressions from work
There are no complaints about the radio unit; it works surprisingly well. I was even puzzled (in a good sense of the word) by the instantaneous activation of data transmission on the cellular network after leaving the Wi-Fi coverage area. One of the noted oddities is that Wi-Fi turns off when the display goes to sleep. There is a corresponding switch in the menu, but the device does not respond to it. Wi-Fi sensitivity is good, I would say above average.
Voice calls in 4G work fine, both incoming and outgoing. Since CSFB works (jump in 2G/3G), there is a pause, and it is noticeable when there is an incoming call. On the caller's side, this looks like silence in the handset lasting 6-8 seconds from pressing the “call” button to the first ring.
It holds onto the LTE network well and switches to 3G quite quickly, although there is some thoughtfulness. The signal strength indicator displays a true picture of the surrounding radio reality and does not over-exaggerate, which I have often observed on other devices.
The device has good data transfer speeds in LTE. It is clear that everything depends on the specific place and time, but for each operator’s network I have several favorite “reference points” that are familiar to me. And I know approximately what speeds at these points can and should be expected from a normally working smartphone.
GPS works and starts quickly, no complaints. See the rest of the impressions above in the text of the review, it seems that you didn’t miss anything significant.
The device has two SIM cards, and both slots are locked for the operator - a subtle perversion and an unexpected solution. If I'm not mistaken, this is the first such experiment on the Russian market. Traditionally, in operator smartphones, the second slot is eliminated at the production stage, and in operator models with two SIM cards, the second slot is made GSM-only or with blocked data transfer. The explanation of MTS marketers for this new approach looks like “to make life easier for the user of MTS business and home numbers.”
Actually, I'm inclined to think of two options:
Modifying an initially dual-SIM device into a single slot costs money and is probably reflected in the purchase price. Why waste money if you can just lock both slots under the operator?
An excellent solution from a marketing point of view. Many people will see the “2 SIM” advertisement, but how many will realize that both slots are locked to MTS? God forbid, if 10% of the buyers, because the solution is unusual for the market.
And, of course, it is possible (and likely) to combine both assumptions in different proportions, depending on the company's priorities.
Resume
This inexpensive smartphone clearly demonstrates the desire to give the buyer the maximum possible for a minimum of money. Accordingly, some components are prohibitively budget-friendly, but they are there, and this fact cannot be taken away from the Smart Sprint 4G, the description does not lie. The device is “doomed” to popularity due to its price with the declared set of functions, see the “Positioning” section. In principle, I don’t see anything wrong with this approach, and in the “state budget” category the device looks good.
A comparison with the MTS Smart Run 4G smartphone suggests itself. With comparable characteristics at first glance, Smart Run 4G, released in July-August, is radically better in many respects, but they are asking 6,490 rubles for it, that is, 2,500 rubles more. more (promotion scope for Smart Sprint 4G - until September 30), or by 1,700 rubles. more after September 30. For some, a couple of thousand is enough to have lunch in a cafe, but for others, this same couple of thousand rightly looks like 30-50% of the price of a smartphone. Everyone has their own capabilities and their own priorities. Read and compare, the choice is yours.
Finally, a video on how to unlock MTS Smart Sprint:
Smart Sprint 4G receives customer reviews. Many people are interested in this product. Especially those who plan to use SIM cards from MTS. Now on the gadget market there are a lot of “branded” mobile devices from cellular operators. Some are happy with them, some are not. So what can we say about MTS Smart Sprint 4G? How good is this gadget? Should we really pay attention to it? What might you encounter?
Description
The MTS Smart Sprint 4G smartphone receives varied reviews. Therefore, it is difficult to say exactly how good this device is. This phone was developed and released by MTS. Another advantageous offer for modern residents.
A special feature of this device is that it is already sold with a SIM card. And this fact makes many people happy. Only in some cases can you find a smartphone without a SIM. This proposal is still relatively new. But at the same time, the phone earned a lot of reviews. What pleases and upsets users? What characteristics leave consumers satisfied or disappointed?
Appearance
The MTS Smart Sprint smartphone receives a variety of options. There are both good and bad. The first thing many people pay attention to is the appearance of the device. It is not much different from a typical representative of modern smartphones.
The size of the gadget cannot be called small - 13.1 centimeters in length and 6.5 in width. It is also far from the most. It is 9.5 millimeters thick. It “feels” in the hand and weighs a little more than 140 grams.
Buyers do not emphasize any other features. Available in several colors:
- black;
- gray;
- white.
There are no sharp corners or similar components. Many buyers indicate that it is convenient to walk with such a phone - it fits in a pocket without difficulty, the corners do not put pressure on the skin, but the device is still felt. It is difficult to forget exactly where your smartphone is.
Screen
The next important point is the screen. The MTS Smart Sprint 4G smartphone earns average reviews for it. There are both pros and cons to this gadget. In general, opinions can be called neutral.
The advantages of the screen are the size and image quality. The display has a diagonal of 4.5 inches and a resolution of 854 by 480 pixels. Not too much, but not too little either. This, as buyers say, is enough to use the Internet with maximum comfort, for example. Or watch the video.
The picture on the screen is clear. The display is capacitive, touch. It distinguishes more than 16.5 million colors. But at the same time, the smartphone’s scratch protection is poor. Many people say that if the display is scratched, it will be difficult to replace it. Just like it is very problematic to repair any other component in the model under study.
Phone memory
Memory is another important characteristic for modern gadgets. There are two of them in the smartphone. There is an operational one. It is only 1 GB in MTS Smart Sprint 4G. There is regular memory used for user data. There is already more of it - 8 GB. For these characteristics, MTS Smart Sprint 4G Sim Lock does not earn the best reviews. The device being studied is not suitable for gaming. RAM is not enough for most modern applications. But some games run here. If you do not plan to play only new games, then 1 GB of RAM is enough.
There isn't much regular memory either. Modern users point out that 8 GB is not enough. At the same time, many are pleased with the possibility of increasing this space. The smartphone has a memory card slot for a maximum of 32 GB.
If you try to use a large volume, the phone starts to slow down and glitch. Therefore, most buyers point out that such experiments are undesirable. The maximum memory capacity of 40 GB for data on the phone is sufficient for the average gadget.
Camera
The MTS Smart Sprint 4G Sim Lock White smartphone is not only the ability to make calls from several SIM cards. This device, like many gadgets, allows you to take photos and videos. And not of the worst quality.
The camera of the smartphone under study is average - 5 megapixels. This is not the greatest indicator for modern phones. The pictures come out, as buyers say, not of the highest quality, but not terrible either. You could say "on duty". The camera has a flash and autofocus. The phone is not suitable for shooting on the move or underwater.
Accordingly, customer reviews of the MTS Smart Sprint 4G Sim Lock in this area are average. It’s suitable for ordinary amateur shots, but the shooting quality is not up to ideal.
operating system
An important point is the operating system that is installed in a particular phone. At the moment, there are only a few options that are offered to buyers. Reviews of the MTS Smart Sprint 4G smartphone are positive for the software installed on it.
The thing is that the gadget is equipped with an operating system based on Android. The version is one of the latest - 5.1 Lolipop. You can find many interesting applications and games for this phone. As buyers say, there is only one drawback - the power of the device.
The interface of the smartphone is standard. There are no distinctive features or features. The user can be sure that working with Android on a branded phone of a mobile operator is no more difficult than on a regular gadget.
Battery
But the next component of the phone earns a variety of opinions. MTS Smart Sprint 4G Sim Lock, the description and reviews of which are presented, is far from the most powerful smartphone. But the battery of the device is not bad.
In talk mode, it lasts up to 8 hours; with active use, recharging will be required after approximately 2 days. Many say that this is not enough. Therefore, they indicate that the gadget’s battery is weak. In fact, not needing to charge for 48 hours is a good indicator for a modern phone. If you wish, of course, you can even discharge the device in a day. It is enough to use it extremely actively. This fact will have to be taken into account.
Another feature is that the battery is removable. Many are happy - you can easily replace the battery if necessary. In fact, most reviews indicate that the phone's components are not all right when it comes to replacing components. Even with a battery. This brings a lot of inconvenience.
Performance
MTS Smart Sprint 4G, reviews, descriptions, tests, feedback and opinions about which are presented, as consumers say, is not fast. Sometimes, when working with the device, you may experience brakes. Especially if the phone is actively used and a large number of applications are launched simultaneously.
Over time, some people begin to get annoyed by the slowness that occurs when they are sent tasks. Not critical, but not entirely convenient either. In general, the smartphone works stably, but if such failures occur, you have to wait some time for a response from the gadget.
However, the Internet here works really well. The 4G signal is received perfectly. Most buyers are satisfied with this characteristic. Mobile is suitable for comfortable work on the Internet. Especially if you take into account all the other characteristics - you don’t need a lot of RAM, the camera is not that important, and the performance is not the worst.
Price
The MTS Smart Sprint 4G smartphone receives positive reviews for its price category. The thing is that this device can be called budget. It has different prices in different regions. But on average, such a phone will cost 3-5 thousand rubles.
We can say that MTS Smart Sprint 4G is a budget version of a modern device based on Android 5.1. The phone is ideal for study and work. Schoolchildren and students, business people will like this device. There is nothing superfluous in it, and the price will not hit your pocket.
Buyers also emphasize that for its price category the smartphone under study is of relatively high quality. It has some drawbacks, but it works reliably.
SIM cards
What else can surprise MTS Smart Sprint 4G, the review and unlocking of which is worthy of attention? The main dissatisfaction of buyers is that the gadget under study is designed exclusively to work with SIM cards from MTS. That is, if a person wants to change their mobile operator, they will have to buy another phone. This fact scares many people away. After all, it’s not very convenient to purchase a smartphone, even at a low price, that performs its functions only in relation to one telecom operator!
But don't be upset. The thing is that anyone can do the so-called unlocking of the phone. Either officially or independently. This will allow you to replace the SIM card if necessary without purchasing a new smartphone.
How is unlocking carried out? The official way requires the following steps:
- The buyer must take with him the gadget, a receipt, and a box with the device.
- You need to come to the nearest MTS salon, prove that you purchased the phone and write an application for unlocking.
- Next, either the office employee will carry out the procedure himself, or he will leave a request, after processing which the buyer will receive a message with an unlock code. The first option is more common.
Nothing else is needed. True, we'll have to wait. It should be noted that the operator has no right to refuse the service. Therefore, in case of refusals, you need to complain about illegal actions.
You can also unlock your phone yourself. For this, reviews of MTS Smart Sprint 4G Sim Lock are positive. However, many do not risk unlocking themselves. It can lead to problems using any SIM cards.
Results
What conclusions can be drawn from all of the above? The MTS Smart Sprint 4G phone is a budget-priced smartphone that is intended primarily for work purposes and Internet surfing. Not too powerful, not the weakest. A decent device for its price category. The only nuance that is recommended to be resolved immediately is unlocking. Otherwise, you will have to use only SIM cards from MTS.
Should I pay attention to this product? Yes, if you do not plan to search for a gaming gadget that will work with the latest innovations in the gaming industry. MTS Smart Sprint 4G is not the best phone, but not terrible either. Optimal quality for a device price that is affordable to almost everyone! It is also recommended to take a closer look at this product if you want to buy a budget gadget that will allow you to work with a 4G connection. Now it’s clear what MTS Smart Sprint 4G Sim Lock is. Descriptions and reviews of this product are also reviewed. You can evaluate all the pros and cons of the device studied.
MTS continues to release new smartphones in the MTS line. Just the other day, a smartphone appeared in all showrooms across the country. MTS Smart Sprint it should not be confused with . We are already accustomed to the fact that the manufacturer of all phones in the MTS line was Alcatel, but MTS Smart Sprint is an exception; it was produced by a Chinese company: Fukda Telecom Group Limited. Like all phones in the MTS line, it is blocked for the use of SIM cards only from the MTS operator; to remove this restriction you need to go through the procedure unlocking MTS Smart Sprint.
Technical characteristics of MTS Smart Sprint
Works in second generation 2G networks (900 MHz and 1800 MHz), and in third generation 3G networks (900 MHz and 2100 MHz)
Processor: MediaTek MT6572
Frequency: 1.3GHz Dual Core
RAM is only 512MB
android version 4.4.2
Display 4.5" IPS
Screen resolution 960X540 pixels
Internal memory 4GB
Available to user 1.27GB
Has a slot for MicroSD cards up to 32GB
The smartphone is equipped with two cameras, the main one is 5 megapixels, the front one is 0.3 megapixels.
Battery capacity 1800mAh
3.5mm headphone jack
Wi-fi, Bluetooth, etc. available.
How to reset the pattern key on MTS Smart Sprint (hard reset)?
If you installed a pattern key on MTS Smart Sprint and for some reason forgot it, then by doing the following steps you can reset it, but all user data will be deleted.
1. Turn off MTS Smart Sprint and remove the battery
2. Connect the battery and simultaneously press the “Volume+” button and the “Power” button.
3. An image of a lying Android with a red exclamation mark appears on the entire screen.
4. Briefly press the “Power on” button again and a list with possible actions will appear on the screen.
5. Use the "Volume-" button to go to the wipe data/factory reset line and confirm the selection with the "Volume+" button.
6. Wait for the operation to complete.
7. Then select the line “reboot system now” Or simply hold down the power button for a while to turn off the phone.
8. This completes the process of resetting the pattern / resetting to factory settings.
Unlocking MTS Smart Sprint.
If you turn on your phone with a SIM card other than MTS, you will be asked for a code to unlock the network on your screen. So to get MTS Smart Sprint unlock code All you need to do is know the name of your phone, this can be done in several ways: it is on the box, on a sticker if you remove the battery, and the most reliable way is if you dial the combination *#06# it will appear on the phone screen. We recommend using the latter method to find out your phone number.
Knowing your phone number, we go to the Plati.RU trading platform with our product: Unlocking your MTS SMART Sprint phone. Code.
After making the payment, you will have access to a form in which you need to enter your phone number without errors and click the “send” button, after which you will see the unlock code in the paid item column.
Having received unlock code, turn on MTS Smart Sprint with a SIM card of a “foreign” operator and when requesting a code, enter the code received from us.
I would like to note that the procedure for obtaining a code is fully automated, and codes are issued without operator participation.
Attention!!! Some MTS Smart Sprint phones may require an unlock code again after a reboot. This is a bug in the smartphone software and we hope that after the next update this problem will be fixed. Until then, you will need to enter the code you received from us after turning off or rebooting your phone.
Budget smartphone with a 4.5-inch screen and 4G support. Two main advantages: excellent performance in LTE and price, otherwise nothing remarkable. Yes, two more SIM card slots. As a modern budget device, the device looks more or less decent, and it is in this quality that it should be considered.
Indeed, just a year and a half ago we saw budget devices with much worse parameters, and prices were bound to rise for well-known reasons. The price of the device is 3,990 rubles. on sale until September 30, then it will be sold for 4,790 rubles. We still have inertia of thinking, and 4G support seems to many to be a “premium feature” that should cost extra money. Fortunately for everyone, this is almost no longer the case. “For everyone” because both parties are interested in supporting 4G: we are happy with a much more stable Internet, and the operator is happy with the release of 2G/3G network resources, plus a device with 4G obviously sells better.
Specifications
- Full name: MTS Smart Sprint 4G
- Manufacturer: Haier Electrical Appliances Corp (China)
- Operating system: Android 5.1 Lollipop
- SIM cards: two, microSIM, SIM-Lock installed for both cards.
- Screen: 4.5 inches, TN, 16.78 million colors, 854 x 480, pixel density 218 ppi
- Cameras: main 5 MP with autofocus, front 0.3 MP (VGA).
- Processor: quad-core MediaTek MT6735M, 1 GHz.
- Video subsystem: Mali-T720 M, 400 MHz.
- Memory: 8 GB built-in (about 5 GB available), 1 GB RAM.
- Memory card slot: microSD up to 32 GB.
- Support 2G/3G/4G. Bands 2G 900/1800 MHz, 3G 900/2100 MHz, 4G (LTE FDD) 800/1800/2600 (bands 3/7/20).
- Wireless interfaces: Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, Bluetooth 4.0, USB
- Navigation: GPS, A-GPS
- Battery: 1,800 mAh
- Dimensions and weight: 131 x 9.5 x 65 mm, 140 g.
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The traditional section is especially for those who want to immediately understand whether it makes sense to read the review to the end. Unfortunately, the “technical specifications” section does not reflect individual characteristics, which can greatly affect the convenience and comfort of the user.
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Technical characteristics are listed above, a description of the smartphone on the MTS online store website, a detailed description of the promotion -. In a nutshell: to pay 3,990 instead of 4,790 rubles for a smartphone. (saving 800 rubles), you must pay in advance for the subscription according to the tariff or the Internet package in advance for 2-4 months, depending on the tariff.
About the device itself. The TN display is average in terms of color rendering; when tilted, the colors are greatly distorted and go blind in the sun. There is no protective glass (plastic). Resolution is 854 x 480 with a pixel density of 218 ppi; for a 4.5-inch screen this can now be considered the lower threshold for comfortable viewing.
LTE support, radio unit works great. The battery is removable, 1,800 mAh, lasts a full day of normal use, but with more active use it may not last until the evening.
The device is light, compact and quite suitable for a lady. Especially considering the good choice of colors for the back cover (black, gray, white, gold). The assembly is good, everything is tight, without cracks or backlashes.
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2 SIM cards in microSIM format, there are no restrictions on the functionality of SIM cards in different slots, and data transfer in all standards works on both, selection through the menu. SIM lock is installed on both slots. There is a slot for a memory card, microSD up to 32 GB. Built-in memory 8 GB (about 5 GB available), RAM 1 GB. The Android 5.1 Lollipop operating system is practically without additional shells and slow-down “decorations”, only the easily disable Celltick starter package is installed.
There are two cameras, the main one is 5 MP with autofocus, the front one is 0.3 MP, both cameras are unimportant. There is an LED flash, but it is weak. The entire photo part is frankly budget-friendly and in most cases will not work as a replacement for a digital point-and-shoot camera.
The performance is average (20,000 AnTuTu parrots), but the interface hardly slows down. Toys - depending on your luck, I wouldn’t count on playing with maximum settings.
Positioning
The target audience is broad but vague. At first and/or undemanding glance, it looks like a full-fledged, yet inexpensive smartphone with a full set of features. Despite the traditionally “no” design, four color options (black, gray, white, gold) significantly expand the segment of potential consumers. Similarly, with support for two SIM cards, operator models usually do not pamper us with such functionality. And, of course, LTE as a sign of modernity and advancement.
Offhand, the consumer gets almost everything no worse than in much more expensive models, and this is “everything” for very little money. Which, in fact, determines the positioning of the device. Starting from a schoolgirl and ending with a relatively demanding, but very cash-strapped lover of modern technology.
Equipment and design
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The kit includes the smartphone itself, a headset, a power adapter for an output current of 1 A, a connecting cable, and a “User Guide.” There is no memory card included (microSD cards up to 32 GB are supported). It charges from a standard 1 A adapter in about three hours, from a 2 A adapter - two hours. In general, the supplied 1 A adapter can be used; its advantage is its compactness, and the difference in charging time is small.
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There is nothing to write about the design, everything would be absolutely standard and without any attempts to stand out from the monotonous mass, but the choice of colors helps. At least something catches the eye. The back is made of smooth plastic, not particularly easily soiled, the plastic is not glossy. It may slip slightly in your hand, but it does not rustle under your fingers. The MTS logo is unobtrusive and does not catch the eye.
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If the color of the side buttons can be considered a design element, then yes, they are made of metal-like plastic and stand out against the background of the body. In general, the appearance would be characterized by the phrase “neutral-neat.” It can look interesting with a white plastic back.
Design Features
As I already wrote, there are no questions about the assembly. Everything is tight, without cracks, does not move, does not crunch in your hands. The back cover is pressed in just a little bit, but not critically. The layout is standard, a monoblock with a tray-shaped back cover.
The flash (one LED) is under the camera eye, when assembled everything is very neat, the camera does not protrude, it is almost flush with the back cover. The battery is removable.
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The multimedia speaker grille is poor. It was not placed on a fold, but they also did not provide protrusions in the cover to provide clearance. Accordingly, when the phone is lying even on a flat surface, the sound is greatly muffled. Despite the fact that the speaker volume is already below average.
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At first it seemed that one of the slots was universal: either a SIM card or microSD. Upon closer examination, I saw a “ladder” socket, microSD on top. By the way, if you decide to remove the microSIM from the first slot, then look for a toothpick. The socket is tight and there is nothing special to cling to; a screwdriver or other metal object can accidentally damage the contacts.
The volume rocker and power button are together on the right side. They protrude above the surface just right, and there are no complaints about the clarity of operation. There is only one microphone (at the bottom) and is strongly shifted to the right. A good design for those who are used to holding the phone in their left hand during a conversation. The headset/headphone jack is on top, the microUSB jack is also on top.
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Three virtual buttons are marked with standard symbols; I didn’t find an option to swap them in the menu. The backlight of the buttons is white, dim, and does not irritate in the dark. There is no LED event indicator.
Display
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Here there is something to complain about, one of the obvious weaknesses of the device. Thank you that even though the diagonal is 4.5 inches, they could stuff 4 inches into a budget phone. As I already wrote, a resolution of 854 x 480 with a pixel density of 218 ppi for a 4.5-inch screen can now be considered the lower threshold for comfortable viewing. By the way, there is multi-touch, but it only supports two simultaneous presses. I didn’t find any protective glass (didn’t look hard enough?), according to all sensations, it’s plastic. Accordingly, it gets very dirty. But it is unlikely to ripple when dropped.
In the screenshots everything is good and blissful, in reality there is “soap”, especially in thin fonts. It’s not very noticeable, but the text looks blurry and somehow sloppy, or something. It’s not very critical, but someone who switches from a smartphone with a higher pixel density will feel the difference immediately. As a small consolation: most programs are still “tailored” to approximately these resolutions, and you most likely will not have to delve into the settings.
It's sadder with viewing angles. Colors are distorted to the point of inversion even with relatively small rotations of the display in the vertical plane. When turning in a horizontal plane it is tolerable, there is less distortion. That is, it’s quite comfortable to watch a movie alone in landscape orientation, but sitting next to each other is unlikely to work. However, this is a good reason to put a girl on your lap; you need to see the positive in everything.
The brightness of the display outside is definitely not enough even with light clouds; in the sun the screen “blinds” and becomes almost unreadable. It works well in cloudy weather and indoors; I was especially pleased with the automatic brightness adjustment. So smoothly that at first I even doubted the existence of this function.
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Out of the box, the display clearly suffered from blueness, and this is where MiraVision came into its own. The proprietary MiraVision technology has appeared, as far as I understand, in smartphones based on the latest MTK chips and allows you to customize image parameters on the screen. Brightness, contrast, color temperature and a bunch of other parameters.
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Play around with the settings for about 10 minutes and you will achieve a decent result for yourself. MiraVision shows changes in real time simultaneously in two pictures “was” and “became”, which greatly simplifies the process and makes it not boring.
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Another feature is the obviously empty space at the top of the screen, which occupies about 20% of the usable area. Neither a widget nor an icon can be dragged there. Why did they do this?! “It doesn’t affect the speed,” but it causes fair irritation. Screen space is a valuable resource for the user, and the user must be respected.
Cameras
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There are two cameras: a main 5 MP with autofocus and a front 0.3 MP (VGA, 640 x 480) without it. On the forum I read something like “for its class, a 5 MP camera is normal!” Brothers, you haven’t seen normal 2 MP cameras without autofocus in phones from three or four years ago, which took pictures much better. Unexpected regression or concerted actions by smartphone manufacturers? This is a question for Eldar.
Traditionally an “advertising” photo of a children’s playground. You can see for yourself that despite autofocus, sharpness is a complete problem, and there’s no cure for it. No, I didn’t forget to remove the protective film from the lens of this miracle. But with the white balance everything is more or less (we are looking for the positive).
You don’t have to experiment with non-standard types of lighting; nothing good will come of it anyway. In ideal conditions (outside in cloudy weather) it can be quite good. If the object is not small and framed correctly.
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Evening/night shots in poor lighting cannot be taken without a flash; the real “range” of the flash is one meter, no more. But at least the flash photos don’t come out disgustingly purple.
You will be able to take a photo of the notice on the door and then you will be able to read it. Again, subject to shooting during the day in good lighting. Or shoot with flash. It seems to me that shooting advertisements is the only rational use of the flash in this device. And, of course, there is no point in torturing text recognition systems.
If the stars align on good lighting, a large and bright object, then the picture can turn out to be of the “it’s not a shame to post it on social network” level. I'm afraid this is the maximum that can be achieved from this camera. I didn’t delve into the settings or understand the panoramic scenes, because no one will need it. The obvious use of a camera is to take a picture when you really need it or really want it, but there is nothing better at hand.
The front camera is there and working. I chose the two most successful selfies out of a dozen taken. The front camera delivers its honest 0.3 MP without any tricks with interpolations, the result is as expected. In the heat of the moment, I almost wrote “it could be worse,” but that would have been slander. It’s good for Skype, but it will also save girls a lot of time on makeup; no one will see the difference anyway (we’re looking for something positive, remember?).
Characteristics
The main characteristics are given at the beginning of the review. MediaTek MT6735M 1 GHz quad-core chipset with LTE support, video – Mali-T720M, 400 MHz, 1 GB RAM.
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For some reason AnTuTu refused to give me “confirmed” results, but it doesn’t matter. According to numerous reviews, the test program readings range from 18,600 to 20,200 “parrots,” so the figure is consistent.
As for the results, they are natural. The MediaTek MT6735M processor version is the “younger brother” of the MediaTek MT6735 with a frequency cut to 1 GHz (compared to 1.5 GHz in the MediaTek MT6735), and, as they say, the Mali-T720M video subsystem also operates at 400 MHz instead of 600 MHz in the “big brother” » Mali-T720.
Celltick
A “branded” start widget (launcher), which is now included with all branded and not only branded smartphones sold in MTS stores.
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From the user's point of view, the Celltick add-on only affects the start screen of a locked device. In addition to the usual functions of unlocking the screen and setting the sound mode, Celltick adds a clock, operator logo and battery percentage to the screensaver. Plus, most importantly, six bookmarks for quick access to the most necessary (according to Celltick) functions. For example, to a weather widget, a social network, a photo gallery, etc. In case of a missed event, another indicator bookmark with a warning is added.
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This starter package is unlikely to affect the speed of operation; after configuration (disabling unnecessary notifications, etc.) it consumes about 1.5-2% of the battery life. If you don't need Celltick or are annoying, you can easily disable it. In the upper right corner of the menu screen, then go to the “Settings” section, scroll to the very bottom line.
Impressions from work
There are no complaints about the radio unit; it works surprisingly well. I was even puzzled (in a good sense of the word) by the instantaneous activation of data transmission on the cellular network after leaving the Wi-Fi coverage area. One of the noted oddities is that Wi-Fi turns off when the display goes to sleep. There is a corresponding switch in the menu, but the device does not respond to it. Wi-Fi sensitivity is good, I would say above average.
Voice calls in 4G work fine, both incoming and outgoing. Since CSFB works (jump in 2G/3G), there is a pause, and it is noticeable when there is an incoming call. On the caller's side, this looks like silence in the handset lasting 6-8 seconds from pressing the “call” button to the first ring.
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It holds onto the LTE network well and switches to 3G quite quickly, although there is some thoughtfulness. The signal strength indicator displays a true picture of the surrounding radio reality and does not over-exaggerate, which I have often observed on other devices.
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The device has good data transfer speeds in LTE. It is clear that everything depends on the specific place and time, but for each operator’s network I have several favorite “reference points” that are familiar to me. And I know approximately what speeds at these points can and should be expected from a normally working smartphone.
GPS works and starts quickly, no complaints. See the rest of the impressions above in the text of the review, it seems that you didn’t miss anything significant.
This summer, MTS released two budget 4G smartphones - MTS Smart Run 4G and MTS Smart Sprint 4G. Thanks to the MTS press service, we have already described the pros and cons of the phone, today it’s time for the MTS Srint 4G. In addition to LTE support, obvious advantages include two slots for SIM cards and a good price (4,490 rubles or 3,990 rubles when paying for communication services for several months). There are also disadvantages... However, let's take it in order.
Pros of MTS Smart Sprint 4G
1. There is 4G support. In theory, you can get up to 150 Mbit/s (LTE Cat.4), in practice the ceiling will be around 60-70 Mbit/s. In any case, this is several times faster than when connecting to 3G base stations.
2. The phone is dual-SIM, you can use two MTS SIM cards of the microSIM standard. This is both a plus and a minus (see point 3 in the minuses).
3. Current hardware - RAM 1 GB, ROM 8 GB, about 4.5 GB available. According to tests, the smartphone is one and a half to two times faster than last year’s MTS Smart Sprint model.
4. Good sensitivity of the GPS antenna. Two minutes after switching on, the measurement accuracy was 5-6 meters in clear weather (checked using the GPS Test utility).
5. The smartphone is sold in four rear panel colors: dark gray, steel gray, white, gold.
6. The software is based on the modern Android 5.1 OS.
7. Great price for a dual-SIM 4.5-inch smartphone with 4G (LTE) support. This is one of the most affordable options on the Russian market (I don’t take into account ordering smartphones from China).
Cons of MTS Smart Sprint 4G
1. Last year's MTS Sprint model had an IPS display, and the MTS Sprint 4G had a TN matrix. So, hello bad viewing angles and color distortion. Plus, the screen understands no more than two simultaneous touches.
2. The screen and back panel are easily soiled. But this is typical for budget solutions. It was even possible not to write it down as a minus.
3. Both SIM card slots can only be used with MTS SIM cards. You can unlock them, but you will have to do it yourself (find instructions for unlocking here http://4pda.ru/forum/index.php?showtopic=685031).
4. The phone has two mediocre cameras with a resolution of 5 megapixels and 0.9 megapixels. Moreover, the front camera is set to a resolution of 640x480 by default, which is equal to 0.3 megapixels.
Software
MTS Sprint 4G received the new Android 5.1 OS. There is a proprietary Celltick start screen, which adds a clock, operator logo and battery percentage to the screen. You will also find six bookmarks for quick access to the weather widget, social network, photo gallery, etc. There are several applications from MTS: “2nd memory”, “Where are the children”, “Easy payment”, “MTS Locator”, “ MTS Service", MTS TV, "SIM menu".
Battery and operating time
The battery capacity is 1,800 mAh. The battery is removable.
When watching online videos on YouTube, the smartphone lasted 5.5-6 hours (brightness and volume in the middle, listening through headphones, mobile Internet and Bluetooth turned off). Standard result for a budget model.
Full charging time from the standard charger (1 A) is 3 hours.
Test results
AnTuTu Benchmark - 20 270
(MTS Sprint and MTS Run 4G - 12,030 and 30,880)
Quadrand Standad Edition - 9 560
(5 000, 10 920)
3DMark (Ice Storm Extreme) - 1 680
(no data, 3,210)
Epic Citadel - 37.1 fps 854x480 UltraHQ (no data, 45.5 fps 1280x720 UltraHQ)
Synthetic tests show that MTS Sprint 4G is almost twice as fast as MTS Sprint, but at the same time about one and a half times slower than MTS Run 4G. However, modern smartphones in this price category are fast enough for comfortable use.
Main characteristics of MTS Smart Sprint 4G
Number of supported SIM cards - two (microSIM)
Processor - MediaTek MT6735M quad-core processor (1 GHz)
Video processor - Mali-T720 (400 MHz)
RAM - 1 GB
Built-in memory - 8 GB
microSD support - up to 32/64 GB
Cellular communication - 2G/3G/4G
Standards - GSM 900/1800, WCDMA 900/2100, LTE-FDD 800/1800/2600
Mobile Internet speed in 3G - up to 21 Mbit/s
Mobile Internet speed in 4G - up to 150 Mbit/s (LTE cat. 4)
Wi-Fi - 802.11 b/g/n (2.4 GHz)
Bluetooth - Bluetooth 4.0
GPS - yes (A-GPS)
Screen type, number of colors - TN, 16 million
Screen size - 4,5""
Permission - 480×854 (218 ppi)
Cameras:
main - 5 megapixels (2560x1920),
autofocus, flash
frontal - 0.9 megapixels (1280x720)
Video - 1280x720
(30fps)
Battery - 1,800 mAh
(L-ion, removable)
Opening hours - 6 hours
(watch online video)
Dimensions - 131x65x9.5 mm
Weight - 140.5 g
OS version - Android 5.1
SIM lock - There is
Device price - RUB 4,490