RED Hydrogen One Holographic Display Smartphone

Finding the right gadget for conversation, during the development of technical innovations, seems to be a simple matter. However, despite the huge number of telephone devices, most of them have limited functionality.

Technology would seem incredible to the people of the 20th century, but with the breakthrough of Stephen Jobs's creation, smartphones are required more than talking. In 2018, a novelty was presented to reporters from well-known publications: the Hydrogen One device from RED, known for its professional cameras for shooting films.

How to choose a device?

Little is known about the new product. In particular, the company sent about three hundred smartphones in the primary version for beta testing to pre-order users. The presented thing has an initial single-chip system Snapdragon 835, as well as a number of flaws that will be fixed by the time the model goes to the global market.

The average price set by the manufacturer corresponds to the flagship market in the global economy:

• $ 1195 for items with an aluminum body. (about 79,000 rubles).
• $ 1595 for items with titanium. (slightly above 105,000 rubles).

Despite the fact that the averages are in one segment, a number of observers note the higher cost of the product compared to competing products from other companies. The Hydrogen One is priced higher than the rest of the flagships.

After a year of testing the device by foreign reviewers, in the fall of 2018 the company is ready to release a full version. For the presentation of the modified model, journalists of the publications working with the technical concept were invited. Despite this fact, the characteristics of the smartphone were not fully disclosed to users, and the reviews of those present at the demonstration of the new gadget were short and dry.

The phone is larger than its competitors. Standard characteristics may have analogs in products of other companies, but the highlight of a particular model is the creation of a 3-D image during a conversation with another interlocutor. Now the Internet has split into two camps:

• Those who believe that developers will revolutionize the world of high-tech innovations;
• Those who are confident that the declared characteristics of the product will need to be improved to an acceptable level, since the visualization of consumer expectations may not correspond to reality.

For a comprehensive analysis, you need to consider in detail the smartphone model.

Main technical characteristics of the smartphone

The display that changed the perception of millions

Unlike other manufacturers focused on increasing the clarity of the image on the display, the creators set a fundamentally new direction in the perception of reality through the use of a telephone device. The screen size is 5.7 inches, and the resolution is 2560/1440 pixels, which allows you to provide the required image sharpness.

The revolutionary screen with 3D display technology is similar to the holograms used in Star Wars. The effect is possible thanks to two front cameras that load the image into the device. In other words, as a result of the call, a hologram will be received, broadcast from the screen of the telephone device, completely copying the movements, facial expressions and reaction of the interlocutor to the caller's words. According to the manufacturer, the effect will be reciprocal when using two Hydrogen One smartphones.

Another demonstration of the three-dimensionality of the display (four view) is the ability to tilt the model without losing the 3-D effect. The technology works effectively in both landscape display and portrait loading. According to the manufacturer, they will create a special service for their own smartphone, where they can provide the holographic content of the product.

Stereo sound

The sound emitted during the broadcast of the demos was compared by users to Dolby 5/1. According to the subjective perception of listeners, the rich stereo separation of the speakers, coupled with good loudness, creates the effect of a lively presence. The company dubbed the phenomenon the virtual surround sound effect. According to the unanimous opinion of the people who tested the device, the sound transmission is so great that it feels like you are behind, in front and to the side of the listener.

Their first model, RED, was equipped with a proprietary audio algorithm that converts stereo signal into multidimensional sound (A3D). In addition, it does not require the purchase of additional accessories, that is, standard in-ear headphones can broadcast sound in full.

There is no data on how the device broadcasts radio, but given that it does standardized things, the latter function should be present in a smartphone. The model also has a 3.5 mm audio jack.

Camera for creating Hollywood content

The novelty has a dual camera (12/12 MP), acting as the main one in the device, as well as two front cameras (8/8 MP). The front camera allows you to capture objects directly in front of the screen, and the rear camera allows you to translate the video into a 3D image behind the model.
The innovation is achieved by combining the live image captured by all cameras provided in the smartphone. This creates a three-dimensional effect.

The model provides for automatic saving of the object in a file (H4V), which can be translated into more primitive models in 2-D format. A photo taken with a smartphone camera in 3D can also be converted into a 2D file.

Despite the revolutionary breakthrough, reviews from journalists who first saw the product are mixed. In particular, the following disadvantages are indicated when broadcasting 3-D to the model's screen:

1. The effect appears and disappears. Two-dimensionality is replaced by three-dimensionality, and vice versa.
2. Background images (rainbows, stars, etc.).
3. In 2D, the camera's sharpness is good, but when you switch to 3D, the resolution drops and individual pixels become visible.
4. There is an effect of "otherworldly".

Reporters also point out that the company that produces the first smartphone cannot adequately compete with such giants as Apple or Google.Despite innovative developments, the idea, according to consumers, is not finalized and cheese. If in well-lit places the photos from the device look great and can give odds to other models, then when they are darkened, their quality decreases. In other words, the shots will be great in the sun, but bad at dusk.

Despite the fact that some of the onlookers reacted negatively to the conclusion of the novelty to the masses, other journalists appreciated the advantages of the model:

1. Allows you to create content for others;
2. Due to its functionality, it can replace larger cameras for filming movies;
3. The way Hydrogen One photographs is a new word in photography on phone devices.

An example of a photo can be viewed on the official website of the company.

Product materials

The novelty is made of Kevlar and aluminum. There are irregularities on the sides of the phone to make it easier to hold in your hands. The phone is massive, surpassing most flagships of this type in volume. The bottom panel is made of Kevlar, while the top is made of aluminum.

The smartphone also has an original glass that allows you to create multidimensional images. In fact, there are three glasses inside the device, each of which leaves its mark on the creation of any digital content.

In addition to aluminum, the material for the best version of the model will be titanium, which is more resistant to wear, but the release of this variation is delayed due to production problems. According to the manufacturer's statement, the design and price of the product may change slightly, but the desired characteristics will remain unchanged.

Other smartphone parameters

In addition to the ones presented above, there are other characteristics embedded in the device:

1. Memory. The model has 6 gigabytes of RAM and 128 GB of internal memory.
2. Battery. Its capacity is about 4500mAh. The length of the cord is about 1 meter.
3. Interface.

The graphic design of the model has a high resolution and can compete with mirror devices. People's opinions differ in the degree to which the product is in demand by the average person. The main question is: a niche thing or an unsuccessful project?

The screen diagonal is 5.7 inches.

4. System data.

The beta device has a special Qualcomm Snapdragon 835 program, and the release is expected to move the software to the Snapdragon 845. The company said that the work will be carried out on Android Oreo 8/1.

The device has a fingerprint scanner, USB port, 8-core processor, Bluetooth support, Wi-Fi. Navigation is performed using GPS, GLONASS, A-GPS. Unlocking provides for automatic recognition of the product owner's fingerprints.

Since the sale began only in November 2018, there is no exact data on the use of the product for games in the sources. The device is suitable for people of creative professions: photographers, directors, cameramen. It is ideal for watching video content.

Unlike other smartphones, it doesn't support dual sim. One card provided: Nano-sim. It can be purchased in stores that act as international platforms for electronic goods.

Advantages and disadvantages of a smartphone

An innovative smartphone, named by critics as the most ambitious product of the year, may have the following criteria:

• High performance;
• Focus and autofocus are provided;
• Smaller dimensions compared to a professional camera with the same functionality;
• Supports the necessary system parameters, in addition to them - equipped with new systems. Suitable for active games;
• Provided that all programs are finalized to a high level, it will become an exclusive product that has no competitors in the electronics market. Therefore, the price requested by the manufacturer will correspond to the functionality;
• Based on the previous paragraph, it is assumed that the smartphone is productive, reliable and convenient;
• Allows you to make films without gathering a team of professionals to work;
• The possibility of docking with other devices is provided thanks to a special connector;
• High autonomy of the product.

• There are more budgetary and inexpensive devices that perform standard functions;
• The popularity of other models from leading leaders creates tough competitive conditions for a new product that may not be appreciated by the masses;
• There is no data on how the product photographs at night (Is it better than other DSLRs);
• There is no data on how long the charge lasts;
• The package bundle of the device is larger than that of other flagships.

Selection criteria for new items

Despite the fact that RED is a newcomer to the manufacture of smartphones, the product presented by the company is worth taking a closer look at and perhaps buying it. The rating of quality products is constantly changing, as new products with different functionality are replacing the marketing giants.

It has long been considered that the best manufacturers of devices in the field of communication are Apple, Samsung, Google. Recently, however, they have been actively competing with popular models from Xiaomi. The nimble Chinese counterpart has won many hearts with its product.

In a comparison between the two Red Hydrogen One and Samsung Galaxy Note 9, the following differences were found:

1. In the price. A RED product costs $ 1299.95 and a Samsung product costs $ 979.99.
2. On a supported operating system. RED Hydrogen One runs on Android Oreo 8.1 only, while its competitor runs on Android Oreo 8.1 as well as Android 9.0. Pie.
3. In the materials used. The smartphone from RED combines Kevlar and aluminum alloy / titanium, the Samsung Galaxy is glass and aluminum.
4. In using a SIM card. RED Hydrogen One uses one SIM card, the device from Samsung has two SIM card slots.
5. In size. Device dimensions from RED 85.71 / 164.78 / 10 mm; dimensions of the flagship from Samsung - 76.4 / 161.9 / 8.8 mm. In other words, the 2018 novelty is larger than existing phones.

Of course, the product of which company is better, the consumer will determine for himself.

The result of the choice will depend on how much the model costs; what is its functionality; how convenient and comfortable the buyer will be with this device. Determining which one is better to buy is sometimes difficult for a person, so you should carefully read the information provided by sources on Internet resources. Comparison of the same product will allow you to determine where it is profitable to buy the required products.