Almost all modern mobile devices are equipped with various sensors. Often magnetometric and thermal sensors are built into the phones, as well as devices that react to light and distance changes (approximation or removal). In addition, any gadget is equipped with an accelerometer and a gyroscope. All these elements are part of the microelectromechanical system, which belongs to the category "MEMS".
Each sensor in the device has its own individual function. In this case, the gyroscope is no exception.
The role of the gyro in a mobile device
Many advanced users believe that the gyroscope and accelerometer perform the same function, but this is not the case. These two, seemingly identical, devices have a big difference both in characteristics and in functionality.
A gyroscope, or gyro sensor, is a sensor device that is capable of fixing the location of a certain object in space with respect to three planes. In turn, an accelerometer, or G-sensor, is a device that can measure the projection of imaginary acceleration.
It turns out that the accelerometer built into the communicator is responsible for rotating the screen image when the gyro sensor reacts even to minor oscillations of the device, regardless of its location.
You also need to take into account that if the phone is equipped with two such sensors, then the susceptibility of the gadget to minor and fastest movements increases several times.
One of the first gadgets into which the gyroscope was embedded is the iPhone. It was this communicator with a gyro sensor that opened to its users absolutely new and exciting features.
The presence of a gyroscope in any model of a modern mobile phone allows the usual shaking it to perform the following actions:
- answer incoming calls;
- turn the pages of e-conic;
- flipping images;
- change listened tracks;
- increase or decrease the volume;
- update bluetooth;
- work with GPS navigators.
In addition, a mobile device with this sensor has a lot of various and various functions.
Who is he for
The gyroscope is a universal sensor, since its presence greatly simplifies the use of the phone even for the most inexperienced user. However, to whom this sensor is most important, it is gamers.
A gamer is a person who specializes in computer games. It is with the help of the gyroscope that the games acquire a completely different quality.
With the help of such a device, any actions on the display become more accurate and real. Therefore, the gyro sensor is simply necessary for the following types of games where you need to apply speed and agility:
- Race. In this case, you need to quickly turn the steering wheel or make another sharp maneuver.
- Shooters. In such games, you need to have time to aim the sight.
- Stimulants. Here it is necessary to make jumps, as well as to increase or decrease the speed of movement.
In addition, a smartphone with a built-in gyroscope is more convenient even for the average user.
Choosing a phone with a gyroscope
The first opener among the phones with a gyroscope is the fourth iPhone. Users of this model of the device reacted positively to this innovation, after which this sensor began to be used in almost all modern gadgets. But it should be borne in mind that many manufacturers do not reflect such an important bonus in the characteristics of the devices produced. Therefore, before buying an accessory of a particular model, it is necessary to get more detailed expert advice.
The following smartphone models equipped with a gyroscope are widespread and are in high consumer demand.
Apple iPhone X
It is the most expensive model. Benefits:
- high-quality image, thanks to which it became even more pleasant to watch movies and play games;
- availability of high-quality main and front camera;
- photographs taken in the dark are almost indistinguishable from professional photos;
- the ability to use wireless charging;
- The ideal size of the accessory, through which the phone comfortably fits in the hand of an adult.
Minuses:
- quite high cost, which is about a hundred thousand rubles;
- insufficiently coordinated work "Face ID";
- there is no possibility of unlocking the phone if it is on the table;
- there is no "home" button, to which many users have become accustomed;
- poor equipment for such a communicator cost;
- There is no fast charging.
Xiaomi Redmi 4X
Quite a famous phone at a relatively low price. Advantages:
- optimal sizes;
- chic appearance;
- despite the fact that the company is Chinese, the assembly was made perfectly;
- reasonable price, which is about twelve thousand rubles;
- a good battery that allows you to use your smartphone for three days without recharging;
- the display is characterized by saturated colors, in addition, there is a mode for less eyestrain;
- excellent and fast fingerprint scanner operation;
- There is an infrared port with which you can control home appliances without using the remote control;
- good sound quality from both the speaker and headphones;
- The gadget is completely Russified.
Minuses:
- picture quality leaves much to be desired, especially if they were taken at dusk;
- body too easily soiled. Even on black models there are visible fingerprints.
Samsung Galaxy J5
A very popular gadget. Pros:
- inexpensive, price - around fourteen thousand rubles;
- has a metal case;
- high-quality camera that allows you to take good pictures, similar to professional ones;
- There are many settings that allow you to customize the screen settings for any user;
- a good rechargeable battery, with which the phone can work actively for about forty-eight hours;
- great build.
Disadvantages:
- slippery body, therefore, acquiring such a gadget, you should immediately take care of the presence of the cover;
- little operational (two gigabytes) and built-in (sixteen gigabytes) of memory;
- non-removable rechargeable battery.
Nokia 5 Dual sim
A budget gadget that has more flaws than advantages.
Benefits:
- low price, which varies from ten to twelve thousand rubles;
- good design;
- high-quality assembly;
- clear and loud sound;
- perfectly accepts 3G and 4G networks;
- bright screen, which even in the sun provides the user with good readability;
- correct and fast fingerprint scanner operation.
Disadvantages:
- weak battery, which is barely enough for one day of active work;
- long battery charging process. To fully charge it you need at least four hours;
- not enough internal memory (seven megabytes);
- there is no possibility to move applications from the phone to the USB flash drive and back;
- there is no notification pointer;
- the installed indicator that shows the battery charge is almost invisible;
- with a heavy load, the gadget often freezes.
Samsung Galaxy S8
This communicator is in great demand among ordinary users.
Pros:
- great design;
- high-quality display. The screen of this model has a minimal frame, which makes it only better;
- despite the small size of the smartphone, the screen has an optimal diagonal;
- there is a headphone jack;
- the manufacturer took care of a good configuration, which is the maximum;
- comfortable web surfing;
- has a large amount of memory (sixty-four gigabytes), it is possible to increase it;
- availability of "IP 68";
- the ability to simultaneously use two SIM cards;
- many different embedded applications that identify the owner.
Minuses:
- quite often lags occur with the interface;
- in rare cases, the screen may ruffle;
- quite high price, in the region of fifty thousand rubles;
- inconvenient fingerprint size;
- Do not specify the date of the Android update.
As you can see, there are many models of phones with a gyroscope. When choosing, you should be guided by your personal preferences, characteristics of the phone and its price.
