The best budget gadgets of 2016 according to Lifehacker

2024 Author: Malcolm Clapton | [email protected]. Last modified: 2024-01-13 00:26

Lifehacker and cashback service have collected the most interesting budget devices that surprised us in 2016.

Xiaomi Redmi 3s

The Xiaomi Redmi 3s smartphone has earned the status of one of the most interesting and popular devices in its category for a year.

Xiaomi Redmi 4

One of the best smartphones of the year, Xiaomi Redmi 4, has become a logical development of the Redmi 3s model. Redmi 4 is produced in two configurations: the older model is equipped with an eight-core Snapdragon 625 processor, 3 GB of RAM and 32 GB of internal storage. At the same time, the characteristics of the younger model remained at the 3S level: a Snapdragon 430 processor, 2 GB of RAM and 16 GB of ROM.

Both versions received a 5-inch display with a resolution of 1,080p and 720p, respectively. The cameras have hardly changed: the main one is 13 megapixels and the front one is 5 megapixels with an aperture of f / 2, 2. The battery capacity of Redmi 4 is 4 100 mAh.

Meizu M3 Note

M3 Note is a stylish and comfortable device that combines the best Meizu developments. Excellent value for money and quality.

Chuwi HiBook Pro

Chuwi HiBook Pro is equipped with a 10, 1-inch OGS-IPS display with a resolution of 2,560 × 1,600 pixels, an Intel Atom Cherry Trail x5 Z8300 processor, 4 GB of RAM and 64 GB of flash memory, a microSD slot, a 5-megapixel main and 2 -megapixel front cameras. Battery capacity - 8,000 mAh. Also worth noting are stereo speakers and the presence of a USB Type-C connector. HiBook Pro can run on Windows 10 and Android 5.1 Lollipop operating systems.

Xiaomi Router 3

Xiaomi Router 3 is the best home router option in its price range. You will hardly find other dual-band routers for this price.

Xiaomi Mi Air Purifier 2

The second version of the Xiaomi air purifier has become more compact. The performance of Mi Purifier 2 is sufficient to purify the air in a room up to 46 m². The device is able to independently monitor the state of the environment in real time and automatically adjust the operating mode. A good choice for allergy sufferers or those who care about the clean air at home.

Elephone Ele Cam Explorer Pro

Ele Cam Explorer Pro is suitable for shooting during outdoor activities or walking. The device meets all modern requirements for the budget category of action cameras and can compete with the SJCAM SJ4000.

Action camera from Elephone comes in handy if you want to create an archive of vivid memories with photos and videos.

Xiaomi Mi Pro HD

Xiaomi has released the Mi Pro HD three-driver headphones. This is an improved version of Mi In-Ear Headphones Pro.

The declared range of Mi Pro HD is from 20 Hz to 40 kHz, impedance - 32 Ohm, sensitivity - 98 dB. A three-button remote control with a built-in microphone for calls is located on the headphone cable. The set includes four pairs of silicone tips (XS, S, M, L).

One of the best in-ear headphones available in 2016. You can read more about the mechanism of their work in the review of the first version of Xiaomi Hybrid.

Xiaomi Mi Band 2

The updated activity tracker from Xiaomi will appeal to many: now the Mi Band has a screen, a button, an enlarged battery and support for gestures. It can show heart rate, number of steps taken and charge level.

From one battery charge (70 mAh), the gadget can work for about 20 days. The main module is equipped with a Bluetooth 4.0 adapter and is IP67 waterproof.

HP Sprocket

Especially for those who want to quickly get a physical copy of their picture from a smartphone, HP has released a compact HP Sprocket photo printer powered by ZINK Zero Ink technology. It fits easily into your pocket and prints 2 "x 3" photos.

HP Sprocket is best suited for those who want to take funny photos with friends, when the quality and detail of the images are not as important as emotion.