E-book Onyx Boox Amundsen: reviews, designs, technical specifications

The electronic book Onyx Boox Amundsen, which will be discussed in the article, is one of the available book-keepers of this manufacturer and the series separately. The approximate cost is 7 thousand rubles. Previously, such a price category allowed the device to be located among the devices of the middle level. To date, this model belongs to numerous "state employees". The device lacks interesting and convenient features, such as a touch screen and support for wireless networks. But it is unlikely that an e-book has become worse performing its direct duties. More details about the device we will talk further.

Equipment

The manufacturer, together with the device, supplies the cable for connection to the computer and the documentation. The kit is more than standard on Onyx Boox Amundsen. Reviews about it as neutral. On the charger the manufacturer saved.

Packaging

If earlier the boxes of the devices of this manufacturer were interesting and enchanting, now this feature has come to naught. However, the standard packaging still perfectly suits the role of a gift. In the center of the lid, the buyer will notice a portrait of Rual Amundsen. It is located in a blue frame. On the upper and lower ends of the box is decorated with unusual strips. Above the portrait the manufacturer placed the name of the device. Do not see it is difficult, because the font size is considerable. Under the image you can see some data from his biography, as well as a short story about why the Norwegian traveler has become so famous.

In the box there is a text. It will let you know the technical specifications of the e-book. It also describes which languages and formats the device supports, how comfortable it is to work with it, and the performance is also written.

Outward appearance

This book is a good example of a really budgetary device. The manufacturer declined all additional options, leaving only the basic functions. The buyer will not find in this model no bluetooth, no wireless module, no player. Cover, backlight and other functions are also missing. At the same time, the manufacturer took care of a good design solution. We can say that the budgetary funds turned out to be really inexpensive, not disgusting the potential buyers.

On the kit Onyx Boox Amundsen cover is not included, so either it is immediately to buy it, or take care of the display as carefully as possible. The case is made of plastic. On the back surface, sometimes there are some traces. Front, too, but they are almost invisible, since the whole front of the screen. Under it you can see the control joystick. To turn on the device, use the button on the upper end. The key, which is located on the left, is responsible for the action menu. Thanks to it you can go back, forward, open a book, close it. Since the screen is non-touch, it is necessary to recall the old times associated with the use of button devices.

Characteristics

The book Onyx Boox Amundsen (reviews about it read below) weighs only 170 g. Its dimensions are quite small: 17 × 11.7 × 0.8 cm. The device is made in several colors: black, gray and white versions are available. The book is easy to hold with one hand, it also fits in your pocket.

The assembly was carried out well, there are no complaints. The connector for connecting the USB cable and the port for the external drive are located on the lower end. Many consumers are pleasantly surprised that it is possible to work with a memory card.

The device operates on a processor with a clock frequency of 1 Hz. RAM is a bit (512 MB), but it's enough for fast flipping. Small braking is noticeable when you open a book, menu. Consumers do not complain about this, arguing their position by the fact that the main thing in such a device is instant flipping of pages. The built-in memory is 8 GB. Space can be increased by using an external drive. A 32 GB memory card will allow you to work with a large volume of books.

Opens more than 12 popular text files. And also 3-4 formats of images. To open the PDF file, you do not have to install any additional software, as it already exists. The display is fast; The TXT format opens instantly.

The e-book works on Android version 4.2. Unfortunately, if you want to change any software, you can use the ability to download installation files directly into the device's memory. Built-in store manufacturer did not provide.

The device is preinstalled with a standard program for reading books, which is more than logical. There are a menu "Gallery", a couple of dictionaries and a calculator. All settings are standard for the operating system, there is nothing new or distinctive.

Screen

The manufacturer got rid of additional display layers when creating Onyx Boox Amundsen. Feedback about this nuance is positive. What impact did it have? For the better, the perception of the pages and the contrast have changed, the substrate has become even whiter. However, many buyers almost do not notice the difference. The diagonal is 6 inches. Resolution: 768 × 1024 px. Read conveniently, the eyes do not get tired. During the process it is easy to quickly increase the font or reduce it. If you press the joystick, you can call up an additional menu. It contains options for an interpreter, highlight text, go to any of the pages of the book, select the display mode, rotate the display and auto-scroll.

Autonomous work

The book contains a battery with a capacity of 1700 mAh. The manufacturer promises that it will not be necessary to charge the device more than once a month. Such an indicator can be considered quite realistic, since there is no backlighting and a wireless network.

Positive customer reviews

What do customers consider to be positive? Format TXT and PDF open as quickly as possible, which facilitates interaction with the device. Quality of assembly and materials used, low cost, high speed of work are noticed by all owners. In addition, there is an easy-to-use and interesting interface. External design, though modest, but attracts buyers who like minimalism. Long standalone operation time, an impressive size of the built-in storage and a 32 GB memory card will only improve the experience with the device. Positive comments deserved and navigation. In general, none of the buyers did not regret buying the device.

Negative customer feedback

On this model, either they do not write negative reviews, or complain about the lack of backlight, wireless module and other "buns". This nuance can be called a distinctive feature of the model Onyx Boox Amundsen. Reviews sometimes come across too contradictory.

However, it is not necessary to speak about objectivity of such negative comments. The manufacturer immediately drew attention to the cheapness of this model due to the rejection of the already familiar for the buyers functions. This does not affect the performance of the main tasks assigned to the device in any way.

Results

If you buy the book Onyx Boox Amundsen, the review of which is presented in the article, at retail, then it will have to pay no more than 10 thousand rubles. On the Internet, prices are radically different. This e-book is suitable for those who need a budget device with a minimum set of functions. If suddenly a format does not open, you can always download an additional program. The fact that the manufacturer installed the operating system "Android" determines the presence of specific advantages. The device itself has two main advantages: a good and high-quality screen and stable software. Use this e-book is easy and simple.