Testseek.com have collected 125 expert reviews of the HP Elite x3 5.96 inch and the average rating is 77%. Scroll down and see all reviews for HP Elite x3 5.96 inch.
November 2016
(77%)
125 Reviews
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Users
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2 Reviews
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The editors liked
Supports both wired and wireless connectivity to displays and other peripherals.
Sleek
Executive design
Very smooth performance
Accessories for almost any use case
Excellent battery life
Enterprise focused features
Significant value for price
Big
Clear screen
Easily IT managed
Integrates well with Microsoft Cloud and Salesforce
Turns into a desktop or laptop with Continuum
Workspace virtualized apps are something special
Desk Dock provides an excellent Continuum experience
Two (not one!) ways to log in via Windows Hello
Transforms from phone into mini PC
Dual SIM option
IT-department friendly
Impressive battery life
Performance is impressive
Continuum works smoothly
Fingerprint Scanner and Iris scanner
A huge 4150mAh battery
Impressive headphones and presentation
Fast SoC
Outstanding voice quality with ANC
Robust design
Large AMOLED display
Extendable storage
USB 3.1 with DisplayPort/HDMI
Iris and fingerprint sensor
Strong business ambitions
Large battery
The editors didn't like
Its Windows 10 Mobile operating system can't perform like the full Windows 10
The Office apps for Windows 10 Mobile are not very capable
And there are few business apps at all for Windows 10 Mobile
The mix of peripherals for the Elite X3 is confusing
Windows Phone platform is limiting
Lap Dock accessory is buggy when wireless
Continuum lacks creature comforts
Requires expensive infrastructure for full potential
Not as well supported by third parties as Android or iOS devices
Expensive
Continuum only works with a limited subset of apps
Extremely high price out of reach for most consumers
Workspace interface could use some ease-of-use refinement
Mediocre camera
Windows Phone lacks apps
Difficult to type with one hand
Occasional lags when switching apps
Design is bland
Display performs poorly under sunlight
Camera produces poor pictures and struggles with autofocusing
Windows 10 Mobile is already in a slump, with almost no devices coming out. Enter the 5.96-inch HP Elite x3: one of the most intriguing, versatile and overpowered phones on any platform.That said, good hardware doesn't fix Windows 10 Mobile‘s other big pr...
If you're looking for a smartphone that offers more flexibility than what you can find on Android or iOS, then you should absolutely consider the HP Elite x3. But, due to the limitations imposed by its middling app support, we can't outright recommend it...
Abstract: Build QualityPhone Set UpFeaturesCamera & VideoBattery LifeThe HP Elite x3 gives three experiences, on one device that is every device. Most likely to be attractive to professionals, the three experiences are:We will take a more detailed look at the secur...
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Published: 2016-11-08, Author: Andrew , review by: theregister.co.uk
Abstract: No pressure, then. The proposition is that the Elite x3 is a phone that doubles as a PC and tablet replacement. Once connected to an external display, keyboard and mouse, either wirelessly or via a dock, this hefty Windows 10 phablet can run full-screen...
Although we saw a prototype we're impressed with the HP Elite x3. It's a big on the large size but this means a huge battery to go with it and the other core specs largely match up or beat the Galaxy S7. With the docking station, dummy laptop and Windows...
It all sounds like the Elite x3 is shaping up to be a real beast. It makes the best of a bad situation, focusing on Windows Phone's business strengths rather than going after Apple, Samsung, and LG in the home market. Unfortunately, that also extends to...
Although we saw a prototype we're impressed with the HP Elite x3. It's a big on the large size but this means a huge battery to go with it and the other core specs largely match up or beat the Galaxy S7. With the docking station, dummy laptop and Windows...
Abstract: After quite the hiatus, HP is back in the phone business: the Elite x3 is a Windows 10 phablet with big aspirations. It's not content with merely being a king-sized smartphone – it wants to depose your phone, your PC and your laptop, too. Microsoft's Lum...
Published: 2016-02-21, Author: James , review by: Theinquirer.net
In theory, we like the HP Elite x3. HP Inc seems to have overcome its smartphone inexperience to create something with a similarly broad array of features and top-end specs as the latest Apple, Samsung or Nexus offerings, and while we probably wouldn't ch...
