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  • Lenovo K6 Power Review- Pros and Cons

    Lenovo K6 Power is a sub 11k feature rich dual sim Android smartphone. It has got impressive specifications at affordable price. But how well it fares in real time scenarios?. Let us find out in this Lenovo K6 Power Review based on pros and cons.

    Lenovo K6 Power Review

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    Lenovo K6 Power sports 5 inch full HD display screen with pixel density of around  441. Brightness, sunlight legibility, viewing angles are decent. The text looks quite sharp and colours are punchy. Overall display screen of the Lenovo K6 Power is one of the main USP at this price.

    Next highlight of the Lenovo K6 Power is its large battery. It houses 4000 mAh battery with reverse charging support. With my regular usage, it easily lasted more than 1 and half days.  If you enable power saving mode, the battery life can be extended further. One of the Lenovo K6 Power cons in this segment is lack of fast charging support. To charge the device from 0 to 100% it takes slightly more than 3 hours.

    Lenovo K6 Power is powered by Octa core Snapdragon 430 SoC with Adreno 505. It is available in 3GB and 4GB RAM variant. It runs on Android 6.0 along with Vibe UI. Users have the option to switch between Vibe UI and pure Android launcher in settings.

    Coming to performance, it is impressive. I have not faced any lag in general usage. Even while gaming, there was no stuttering observed. Games like Asphalt 8 can be playable on this device. The cellular call quality was decent. The fingerprint scanner on the device is fast and accurate. Lenovo K6 Power con in this segment I have observed is slow security patch updates. The device security patch update date on my device was of June 2016.

    Lenovo K6 Power has 13 megapixel primary camera with Sony IMX258 sensor, PDAF and LED flash. In the front, it has 8MP camera with Sony IMX219 sensor and wide angle lense. Camera performance in well lit situations came out well. It can also record videos at full HD resolution which came out well. Even selfie camera does decent job. In low light, performance is not great.

    Advantages and Disadvantages of Lenovo K6 Power

    Pros of Lenovo K6 Power

    • Excellent battery life.
    • Good performance.
    • Decent looking design and good build quality.
    • Features all basic sensors and supports GLONASS for GPS.

    Cons of Lenovo K6 Power

    • No fast charging option.
    • Navigation keys are not backlit.
    • Slow Android security patch updates.
    • Only available through Flash sales.
    • Low light camera performance could have been better.
    • Earpiece call volume feels little low.

    Lenovo K6 Power Review Summary

    Lenovo K6 power is one of the best value for money device in the price segment of sub 11k. Excellent display screen and good battery life are the main highlight of the device. In the segments such as gaming performance, camera also it fared decent. This Lenovo K6 Power review is based on my usage of around 15 days.

  • How to set custom ringtone on Lenovo K6 Power

    Personalisation of the new smartphone is one this first thing most of the users prefer to do.  This personalisation includes choosing custom wall paper, setting favourite MP3 tone as ringtone etc.  In this post we will learn on how to set custom ringtone on Lenovo K6 power.

    How to set custom ringtone on Lenovo K6 Power

    There are many ways to set  MP3 as ringtone on Lenovo K6 Power. Here are the some of the simple methods to set custom ringtone on Lenovo K6 Power according to us.

    Method 1: How to set custom ringtone on Lenovo K6 Power without third party apps

    • Go to Settings->Ringtones and volumes.
    • You will get options to set ringtones to each sim with option name “Call Alert Tone(SIM1)” &  “Call Alert Tone(SIM2)” for calls  and “Message Alert tone(SIM1)” & “Message Alert tone(SIM2)” for messages.
    • Tap on the sim(SIM 1 calls or SIM  2 calls or SIM 1 messages or SIM 2 messages) for which you want to set the ringtone.

    How to set custom ringtone on Lenovo K6 Power

    • You will get the list of preinstalled ringtones. Select the one which you like.
    • You can also set the ringtones which you have downloaded by tapping on “More Ringtones…”.
    • Select the one you would like to set as ringtone.

    If you want to set the ringtone which are not visible in above step, follow the step given below.

    • Open the file manager.
    • Browser to the folder where your desired ringtone is saved.
    • Select it and then tap on Copy.
    • Now once again browse the folder “Ringtone” and paste it.
    • If you want to move ringtone from PC, then connect your phone to PC.
    • Browse the folder “Ringtone” and paste it.
    • Now that ringtone will be available to choose in the list mentioned above.

    Method 2: How to set custom ringtone on Lenovo K6 Power using third party apps

    There are many apps which helps to set custom ringtone on Lenovo K6 power. The one which we found very useful is ES File explorer.

    • Download and install ES File explorer from the Playstore.
    • Now Go to Settings->Ringtones and volumes.
    • Tap on the sim(SIM 1 calls or SIM  2 calls or SIM 1 messages or SIM 2 messages) for which you want to set the ringtone.
    • Now you will have the option to browse and select the ringtone.

    How to set custom ringtone on Lenovo K6 Power to each contacts

    In the above steps, we have explained on how to set custom ringtone on Lenovo K6 Power for call and messages for each sim cards. If you would like to set different ringtones for your contacts, then follow the steps given below.

    • Go to Contacts. Select the contact for which you would like to set ringtone.
    • Now tap on edit icon.
    • Go to options(“|” icon in top right side).
    • Tap on Set ringtone.
    • Select the ringtone which you want to assign to that contact.

    These are the basic methods to setting custom ringtone on Lenovo K6 Power.  If you know any other simple ways or if you are finding any difficulties in this, please share it in the comment section below.

  • Xiaomi Redmi 3s Prime Vs Lenovo K6 Power Which one is better

    When it comes to less than 10k Android smartphones, Xiaomi Redmi 3s Prime was one of the best option. But with the launch of Lenovo K6 Power, there is a tough competitor to it. Both share lot of similarities and few differences. So which one to choose between the two. Here is our thought on Xiaomi Redmi 3s Prime Vs Lenovo K6 Power comparison based on the specification.

    Xiaomi Redmi 3s Prime Vs Lenovo K6 Power

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    Design and Build Quality

    • Redmi 3s Prime: It measures 139.3 x 69.6 x 8.5 mm and weighs 144 grams.
    • Lenovo K6 Power: It measures 141.9 x 70.3 x 9.3 mm and weighs 145 grams.

    Both devices comes with all metal unibody design with good build quality. However, Lenovo K6 power is slightly bigger and thicker.  But this difference is negligible and not noticeable unless kept side by side.

    Display

    • Redmi 3s Prime: 5 inch IPS 720p HD display screen with 294 ppi pixel density.
    • Lenovo K6 Power: 5 inch IPS 1080p full HD display screen with 441 ppi pixel density.

    Lenovo K6 power display looks sharper  and offers slightly better viewing angles. Redmi 3s prime display panel is good but when compared side by side, K6 Power has the edge. Unfortunately both the devices, does not feature Corning Gorilla glass protection.

    SoC, RAM and OS

    • Redmi 3s Prime: 1.4GHz Octa Core Snapdragon 430 Soc with 3GB of RAM and 32GB of internal storage.
    • Lenovo K6 Power: 1.4GHz Octa Core Snapdragon 430 Soc with 3GB of RAM and 32GB of internal storage.

    Going by the specification, both devices has the same SoC and internal storage. Both runs on custom UI based on Android 6.0.1 which offers lot of customisation which are almost identical. However, we observed Lenovo K6 Power Android security patch update date is 1-June-2016 and Redmi 3s Prime security patch update date is 1-Sep-2016.

    Camera

    • Redmi 3s Prime: 13MP primary camera with f/2.0 and 5MP secondary camera with f/2.2.
    • Lenovo K6 Power:13MP primary camera with f/2.0 and 8MP secondary camera.

    Once again, going by the specifications, Lenovo K6 Power has the edge when it comes to front facing camera.

    Battery

    • Redmi 3s Prime: 4100 mAh battery.
    • Lenovo K6 Power: 4000 mAh battery.

    Redmi 3s prime looks superior in this segment. Slightly larger capacity and 720p screen should be able to provide longer battery life than the Lenovo K6 Note.

    Price and Availability

    • Redmi 3s Prime: Rs.8,999 available through flash sale.
    • Lenovo K6 Power: Rs. 9,999 available through open sale.

    Redmi 3s Prime is more affordable smartphone. Though Lenovo claims K6 Power sells through open sale, purchasing the device is similar to flash sale except no need of pre registration.  We felt it is easier to purchase Redmi 3s Prime rather than Lenovo K6 prime at least after trying to buy one in first sale.

    Advantages of Redmi 3s Prime over Lenovo K6 Power

    • Availability of IR blaster which is useful in using the device as universal remote.
    • Larger battery capacity.
    • Comparatively faster Android security patch updates.
    • Price.

    Advantages of Lenovo K6 Power over Redmi 3s prime

    • Full HD display screen.
    • Better front facing camera.
    • Reverse charging.

    This Xiaomi Redmi 3s Prime Vs Lenovo K6 Power comparison is based more on the specification and initial impression. We will update real life performance comparison between Lenovo K6 power and Redmi 3s Prime in the coming days.

  • Lenovo K6 Power FAQ Tips and Tricks Cons

    Lenovo K6 Power is the latest entrant to the budget dual sim Android market in India. Though 4000 mAh battery with reverse charging features is the highlight of the device, rest of the features also looks impressive. Here is the quick Lenovo K6 Power FAQ Tips and Tricks with Cons.

    Lenovo K6 Power

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    What is the price of Lenovo K6 power in India?

    Lenovo K6 Power price in India is Rs.9,999. The device will be available exclusively via Flipkart starting 6th December 12PM onwards.

    What are the different colour variants of K6 Power will be available?

    The device will be available in 3 different colour variants namely- Silver, Gold, and Dark Grey.

    What is the SAR value of Lenovo K6 Power?

    The SAR value mentioned in the box are as mentioned below.

    0.600W/kg@1g(HEAD) and 0.972W/kg@1g(BODY).

    What are the contents of the box?

    Device, SIM ejector pin, manual, charger(2A), USB to micro USB cable and earphone.

    Does it has dedicated microSD card slot? What type of sim card it accepts?

    No. It comes with hybrid sim card slot. It accepts 2 nano sim card or 1 nano sim card with microSD card.

    What are the specifications of the Lenovo K6 Power?

    Specification summary of the device is as follows.

    • 1.4 GHz Octa Core Qualcomm Snapdragon 430.
    • 3GB of RAM with 32GB of internal storage.
    • 4000 mAh battery with reverse charging capability.
    • 5 inch full HD display screen.
    • Gravity, Proximity, Light, Vibrator, Gyro sensors.
    • 13MP primary camera and 8MP front facing camera.

    How to take screenshot on Lenovo K6 Power?

    The simplest 2 ways of taking screenshot on this device are using the screenshot button and the Volume down and power button method.

    1.Screenshot button method: To capture screenshot using this method, go to the screen on which you want to take screenshot, access quick menu. You will find the screenshot button. Tap on to it. The screenshot will be taken.

    2. Volume down and power button method: On a screen on which you want to capture screenshot, press and hold volume down and power button for few seconds. The screenshot will be captured.

    How to download PC suite for Lenovo K6 Power?

    If you are using Windows PC, then connect your phone to PC through USB cable. You will find new drive with PC suite in file explorer. Click on that and install the Lenovo K6 Power PC suite. Alternatively, you can download from the support page.

    What are the cons of Lenovo K6 Power?

    This is not a review. We will write detailed review in the coming days. Based on the specifications, here are the quick cons of Lenovo K6 Power.

    • Hybrid sim card slot.
    • No USB-C type port.
    • Android 6.0.1 out of the box.