HP Elite x3 Y1M44EA#ABU Reviews
Devon - 4 out of 5 Reviewed in the United Kingdom on 10 May 2017
Windows phones aren't in a good place, with its awfully slow rollout, limited app support and Microsoft's own underwhelming handsets. HP wants to turn the tide with its new business-focused Elite x3 phablet.This massive phone promises to be your all-in-on...
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...
Devon - 4 out of 5 Reviewed in the United Kingdom on 09 May 2017
There's no doubting it: the HP Elite x3 is a capable smartphone. It's packed with high performance hardware that positions it in the same pack as industry leaders, like the LG V20, Google Pixel and iPhone 7.When connected to its included dock, the phone c...
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...
Alfred - 4 out of 5 Reviewed on techgoondu.com in the United Kingdom on 05 May 2017
The HP Elite x3 runs Windows 10 Mobile. PHOTO: Alfred SiewWhen I first saw the HP Elite x3 a few months ago, it reminded me of a similar device from some seven years ago – the Motorola Atrix.The Motorola what? Yes, from the company that invented the cellp...
Alex - 4 out of 5 Reviewed in the United Kingdom on 12 April 2017
Outright Cost: From $1099HP's Elite x3 is one of the few remaining Windows phone flagship devices currently around. In fact, you could even call it the Windows Mobile flagship, given that Microsoft hasn't made any new high-end smartphones since 2015.On to...
+Great battery life, Nice screen, Explores interesting ideas-Underwhelming performance, Continuum is still too slow to be practical, Lapdock is an expensive extraDespite exploring a number of compelling ideas, the Elite x3 is very much for Windows phone die-hards only, and even then, might not quite be enough to keep them in the fold...
Ray - 4 out of 5 Reviewed on itwire.com in the United Kingdom on 26 March 2017
There is only one way you should consider HP's interesting Elite x3 – as one of the world's smallest pocket computers that, as a benefit, can also make phone calls and do other smart things.This is not a consumer device so consumers need to stop reading n...
Pros: Huge battery. Beautiful professional design – very cool looking B&O speaker bar. Continuum is almost flawless. Corporate app store availability. Enough apps for business/productivity (not comparing it to other platforms). Universal apps mak...
Reviewer - 4.1 out of 5 Reviewed on gadgetpilipinas.net in the United Kingdom on 12 March 2017
Business phones are devices which are aimed at people who are on the go, jumping from one meeting to another, meeting colleagues and customers, and are in need of a companion which can both be with them wherever they go, and can serve as an effective tool...
+Design, Display, General Performance, Continuum Support, Fast Iris Recognition, Camera Performance, Battery Life, Quick to Charge, Sound Quality When Using Headphones-Price (Around PhP38,000), Build Quality, Sound Quality from Speaker, Performance When in Continuum, Small library of apps instore, You have to purchase the Lap Dock seperately, Does not come with a Displayport cable, Poorly optimized softwareThe HP Elite X3 is an extremely powerful device capable of handling daily tasks and heavy multi-tasking. It takes advantage of Windows 10's features to provide the necessary tools for productivity. As a smartphone, it has a great display, decent imaging c...
Mike - 4 out of 5 Reviewed on mobilesyrup.com in the United Kingdom on 11 February 2017
These days it's hard not to feel a sense of doom and gloom surrounding Windows 10 Mobile.A series of major services have withdrawn their apps from the platform in the last few weeks and even Microsoft appears to have admitted that the operating system is...
+Beautiful screen, Continuum compatible, Great support from HP-It's big, even for a phablet, Only on Windows 10 Mobile, Expensive"I felt a pang of regret that Windows isn't a viable option as my everyday mobile OS when I tested Hewlett Packard's Elite X3" ...
M - 4 out of 5 Reviewed on geekzone.co.nz in the United Kingdom on 06 February 2017
For the last month or so I had time to experience the HP Elite X3, a full blown Windows 10 Mobile experience. The HP Elite X3 is probably the top Windows 10 Mobile device available today, a business-oriented workstation on your hands.Out of the box you wi...
Vincent - 3 out of 5 Reviewed on straitstimes.com in the United Kingdom on 25 January 2017
The HP Elite x3 is probably the best phone that nobody bought last year. The six-inch phablet has impressive hardware that matches those of the top Android and Apple handsets. However, the Elite x3 runs on Windows 10 Mobile, a platform with a minuscule nu...
Despite HP's best efforts, the Elite x3's impressive hardware is held back by the limited apps available on Windows 10 Mobile...
Reviewer - 4.35 out of 5 Reviewed in the United Kingdom on 19 December 2016
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...
James - 4 out of 5 Reviewed on futurefive.co.nz in the United Kingdom on 22 November 2016
When doing a review its always good put the product into context, and for the HP Elite X3 the context is business!For those of us who are constantly on the road, the ability to seamlessly pick up where you left off is vital to maintaining sanity and this...
Reviewer - 4.2 out of 5 Reviewed on liveatpc.com in the United Kingdom on 11 November 2016
More Ways To Secure It Although fingerprint scanners to secure your mobile device has been around the block for the past few years now, HP has decided to take it one step further with an integrated iris scanner located at the front face of the device. No...
Although stuck around the same price point as an iPhone, the HP Elite x3 is great for accomplishing the work at hand through seamless integration...
Andrew - 4 out of 5 Reviewed on theregister.com in the United Kingdom on 08 November 2016
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...
Cameron - 3.5 out of 5 Reviewed in the United Kingdom on 04 November 2016
There's no doubting it: the HP Elite x3 is a capable smartphone. It's packed with high performance hardware that positions it in the same pack as industry leaders, like the LG V20, Google Pixel and iPhone 7.When connected to its included dock, the phone...
+Massive battery, Stunning design, Can transform into a PC-Lousy app support, Unwieldy size for someHP's Elite x3 is a well-built device and a solid performer all-around. Unfortunately, Windows 10 Mobile fails to back it with enough app support to make it suited for business users and consumers alike...
Galen - 4 out of 5 Reviewed on goodgearguide.com.au in the United Kingdom on 27 October 2016
Imagine being able to carry around your PC in your pocket, using it as a smartphone by itself and as a full-fledged PC when connected to a display, keyboard, and mouse. For people who work on the road or in multiple locations, that sounds like nirvana. Di...
Sascha - 3.5 out of 5 Reviewed in the United Kingdom on 21 October 2016
It may be all work and no play, but the $699 HP Elite x3 is far from dull. It's the flagship Windows 10 Mobile device for the year, and it's potentially a mobile worker's dream when supported by the right line-of-business apps. In the hands of the right I...
+Big, clear screen, Easily IT managed, Integrates well with Microsoft Cloud and Salesforce, Turns into a desktop or laptop with Continuum-Not as well supported by third parties as Android or iOS devices, Expensive, Continuum only works with a limited subset of appsThe HP Elite x3 is an unusual business-focused phone that could really pay off for imaginative IT departments...
Mark - 4 out of 5 Reviewed in the United Kingdom on 18 October 2016
HP's Elite x3 smartphone has achieved at least one thing: It has triumphantly realized Microsoft's dream of phones that could eventually replace your PC.Microsoft's vision was meaningless unless those phones could support the PC's legacy apps. Microsoft's...
Mark - 4 out of 5 Reviewed on pcworld.co.nz in the United Kingdom on 17 October 2016
HP's Elite x3 smartphone has achieved at least one thing: It has triumphantly realized Microsoft's dream of phones that could eventually replace your PC.Microsoft's vision was meaningless unless those phones could support the PC's legacy apps. Microsoft's...
Mark - 4 out of 5 Reviewed on goodgearguide.com.au in the United Kingdom on 17 October 2016
HP's Elite x3 smartphone has achieved at least one thing: It has triumphantly realized Microsoft's dream of phones that could eventually replace your PC.Microsoft's vision was meaningless unless those phones could support the PC's legacy apps. Microsoft's...
Reviewer - 4 out of 5 Reviewed on liveatpc.com in the United Kingdom on 13 October 2016
“With the innovation of the HP Elite x3, we believe HP is headed in the right direction. This is the future of computing – one device with multiple uses, a modern technology solution for mobility combined with top-notch IT capabilities,” she added.Known a...
Chris - 3.5 out of 5 Reviewed on techadvisor.co.uk in the United Kingdom on 19 July 2016
There's a surge of new Windows 10 products at MWC 2016 including a smartphone from HP which has a laptop dock. Here's our HP Elite x3 hands-on review. See also: Lumia 950 review . A small note before we start is that the devices available to check out at...
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...
Reviewer - 4 out of 5 Reviewed on wpxbox.com in the United Kingdom on 18 July 2016
Acer Liquid Jade Primo & HP Elite x3 are two powerful devices running on Windows 10 Mobile with Continuum capability. The devices are high end, and are only targeted towards Business Consumers.Acer's Liquid Jade Primo is another Continuum Supported Window...
Vincent - 4 out of 5 Reviewed on straitstimes.com in the United Kingdom on 15 June 2016
The tagline for the HP Elite x3 is catchy: "One device that's every device." But can this upcoming 6-inch phablet be the only computing device you will ever need for work?For starters, it can lighten your bag, because it can replace your smartphone, lapto...
Roydon - 4 out of 5 Reviewed on gadgets.ndtv.com in the United Kingdom on 13 June 2016
HP first showed off the Elite x3 back in February at the annual Mobile World Congress show, and a few months later, we got a sneak peak of an updated version of the device during HP's big business printers and business PCs launch event in Macau. The Elite...
Reviewer - 4 out of 5 Reviewed in the United Kingdom on 23 February 2016
Windows Phone was a rare sight at Mobile World Congress this year, but HP is still flying the flag for Microsoft's mobile OS with the Elite x3.In fact, this fabulous 6in phablet seems to put Microsoft's own smartphone efforts to shame.With an odd mix of b...
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 ho...
Chris - 3.5 out of 5 Reviewed on techadvisor.co.uk in the United Kingdom on 23 February 2016
There's a surge of new Windows 10 products at MWC 2016 including a smartphone from HP which has a laptop dock. Here's our HP Elite x3 hands-on review. See also: Lumia 950 review . A small note before we start is that the devices available to check out at...
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...
Reviewer - 4 out of 5 Reviewed on stuff.tv in the United Kingdom on 23 February 2016
Windows Phone was a rare sight at Mobile World Congress this year, but HP is still flying the flag for Microsoft's mobile OS with the Elite x3.In fact, this fabulous 6in phablet seems to put Microsoft's own smartphone efforts to shame.With an odd mix of b...
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...
Reviewer - 4 out of 5 Reviewed on crn.com.au in the United Kingdom on 23 February 2016
After quite the hiatus, HP is back in the phone business with a bang: the Elite x3 is a Windows 10 phablet with big aspirations. It's not content with merely being a king-sized smartphone, either: the Elite x3 wants to depose your phone, your PC and your...
Dan - 4 out of 5 Reviewed on goodgearguide.com.au in the United Kingdom on 23 February 2016
Samsung Galaxy S7If CES is the party deck of the mobile technology world, Mobile World Congress is the engine room. It's where the world's carriers meet infrastructure vendors and telecom ministers, and Very Serious Business takes place. Handset makers fr...
Three big companies, three flagship phones, three very different target markets and design theories.The Samsung Galaxy S7 and Galaxy S7 Edge are the most ambitious. The company is both aiming at the general smartphone market as it's evolved and ho...
Sasha - 4 out of 5 Reviewed on alphr.com in the United Kingdom on 22 February 2016
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...
Kevin - 3.5 out of 5 Reviewed on techradar.com in the United Kingdom on 22 February 2016
Windows phones aren't in a good place, with its awfully slow rollout, limited app support and Microsoft's own underwhelming handsets. HP wants to turn the tide with its new business-focused Elite x3 phablet.This massive phone promises to be your all-in-on...
+Loaded specs, Tiny screen bezels, Unique Continuum modes-Unmanageable sizeThe HP Elite x3 impresses with loaded specs and multiple use cases, but it may have come too late to save the ailing Windows 10 Mobile platform...
Reviewer - 4 out of 5 Reviewed on wpxbox.com in the United Kingdom on 22 February 2016
Looking at the mind blowing specifications of HP Elite X3, I can only imagine what Surface would be like or many this is that Surface Phone we had been waiting for. While we have listed the details of HP Elite X3 here, let stake a look how the Microsoft's...
Ritz - 4 out of 5 Reviewed in the United Kingdom on 22 February 2016
With the Mobile World Congress officially starting off yesterday, seeing new smartphones isn't really a surprise. What's really surprising is a Windows smartphone from the laptop company, HP, and it is packed with an impressive specifications.Dubbed as th...
Alan - 3 out of 5 Reviewed on itpro.co.uk in the United Kingdom on 21 February 2016
In a surprise move, HP Inc has re-entered the smartphone market with the Elite X3. Powered by Windows 10 Mobile, the HP Elite X3 is aimed very specifically at businesses rather than consumers. Like Microsoft's 950-series Lumias, the X3 can be used as a ba...
James - 4 out of 5 Reviewed in the United Kingdom on 21 February 2016
The HP Elite x3 phablet, revealed on Sunday at this year's MWC, is therefore as surprising as it is ambitious. The world's first Windows 10 Mobile device with a Qualcomm Snapdragon 820 processor, the Elite x3 is an enterprise-focused handset that aims to...
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...
Reviewer - 4 out of 5 Reviewed on trustedreviews.com in the United Kingdom on 21 February 2016
Hands-on: HP Elite X3 wants to be a phone, tablet and laptop in one HP is a name more associated with laptops than smartphones, but with the Elite X3 the brand is hoping to bring a little of its business nous to one of the most crowded and, arguably, toug...
HP isn't the first company to try to turn a phone into a laptop replacement, but will it be the first to succeed? Maybe – but I wouldn't count on it.See, the problem is that I'm not convinced that consumers really want a single device with only a fraction...
Kevin - 4 out of 5 Reviewed in the United Kingdom on 21 February 2016
Windows phones aren't in a good place, with its awfully slow rollout, limited app support and Microsoft's own underwhelming handsets. HP wants to turn the tide with its new business-focused Elite x3 phablet.This massive phone promises to be your all-in-...
+Loaded specs, Tiny screen bezels, Unique Continuum modes-Unmanageable sizeThe HP Elite x3 impresses with loaded specs and multiple use cases, but it may have come too late to save the ailing Windows 10 Mobile platform...
Reviewer - 4 out of 5 Reviewed on gsmarena.com in the United Kingdom on 20 February 2016
HP managed to surprise us at the MWC with the announcement of a Snapdragon 820-powered flagship - the Elite x3 . The 6" phablet is running on Windows 10 Mobile and supports Windows Continuum.What's most interesting about the HP Elite x3 is the IP67 certif...