Chinese smartphone maker Smartisan deserves to be dubbed an innovative company. The Smartisan R1 was launched last month, packing a design that places it in a class of its own. The R1 became the first and only smartphone with a 1TB storage version. Apart from the 8GB + 1TB version, the device is available in a 6GB + 64GB, 6GB + 128GB, and 8GB + 128Gb version. Smartisan has now announced a new memory variant of the R1.

The new variant houses 8GB of RAM and a massive 512GB storage and will go on sale in China at 10 AM on June 14. The new variant comes with a 4999 yuan ($781) price tag. Unfortunately, there is still no indication that any of the Smartisan R1 variants will be available soon outside China. This is inspite of the recent disclosure by ECoinmerce that it would sell Smartisan phones in North America. Perhaps, the modalities are still being worked out. 

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Apart from the 512GB storage, the new Smartisan R1 variant isn’t any different in terms of specs from the other Smartisan models launched last month. The device keeps up with the 6.17-inch pressure sensitive display with a 2242 x 1080 resolution and an 18.7:9 aspect ratio. The display is protected by a Gorilla Glass 3 protection and equally has 1500:1 contrast ratio, and a 96% color gamut (DCI-P3). The device s powered by a Snapdragon 845 chipset and has a host of network bands including LTE Band 20 which positions. The R1 packs a dual camera setup at the rear which consists of a 12MP Sony IMX363 sensor with a f/1.8 aperture and a 20MP Sony IMX350 secondary sensor with a f/1.75 aperture, 1μm pixel size, and 6P lens. The selfie shooter is a 24MP sensor with a f/2.0 aperture ArcSoft ray algorithm and AI real-time beauty mode.

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Smartisan has as its slogan “the joy of Artisans”. Indeed, the company which is a conglomeration of artisans has carved out a name for itself as a result of its sleekly designed smartphones. The recently announced flagship – Smartisan R1 is no exception. The phone came with a stunner as it packs a 1TB storage on one of the variants. That isn’t going to be a very popular variant, though, considering its  ¥8,848 (~$1388) price tag. Of course, there are other versions with pocket-friendly prices.

The Smartisan Nut R1 comes with an expansive 6.17-inch pressure sensitive display with a 2242 x 1080 resolution and an 18.7:9 aspect ratio. The display is protected by a Gorilla Glass 3 protection and equally has 1500:1 contrast ratio, and a 96% color gamut (DCI-P3).

The Smartisan R1 packs an ultra-thin body and as a result, Smartisan had to sacrifice the 3.5mm audio jack. Since it doesn’t feature one, there is a 3.5mm to USB-C adapter inside the retail box. The device packs a rear camera setup aligned horizontally in the top left corner. The rear panel is also made of glass. The device has its volume rockers and power button on the right side of the display. There is also a button on the right side but we don’t know its functions as of now. 

The dual rear cameras consist of a 12MP Sony IMX363 sensor with a f/1.8 aperture, 1.4 μm pixel size, 4-axis OIS, and dual PD extreme focus. The second is a 20MP Sony IMX350 with a f/1.75 aperture, 1μm pixel size, and 6P lens. On the other hand, the front camera is a 24MP sensor with a f/2.0 aperture ArcSoft ray algorithm and AI real-time beauty mode.

The Nut R1 packs a Snapdragon 845 chipset and has a host of network bands including LTE Band 20 which positions it for sales overseas. Recall that Smartisan signed a deal recently with ECoinmerce to ship its phones to North America. That means the R1 will likely be available outside China just as a few of Smartisan phones are available outside China via e-retailers.

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In addition, the device is available in White and Black colour variants. Who knows, we might see a red variant sometime later but for now if you prefer something different from white or black, you’ll have to make do with the colourful protective cases available. As for the prices, then 6GB RAM + 64GB is priced at ¥3,499 (~$549), 6GB RAM + 128GB for ¥3,999 (~$627), 8GB RAM + 128GB priced ¥4,499 (~$705) and 8GB RAM + 1TB for ¥8,848 (~$1388)

While we wait for its arrival, check out the hands-on pictures of the Smartisan R1 from below.

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Smartisan has taken the wraps off its latest flagship, the Smartisan R1. Not only is it an amazing piece of mobile device, it has also set a world record, one that we may not see any other manufacturer break anytime soon.

Smartisan R1 Design

Smartisan is one manufacturer that stands out with its design and the R1 doesn’t disappoint. In a world where notches reign supreme, Smartisan has embraced the trend but has decided to follow the path of the Essential PH-1.

The display practically reaches the top with a cut-out for the front-facing camera and a slit for the earpiece. There is a moderately-sized bezel at the bottom which gives the Smartisan R1 an 84% screen-to-body ratio.

The rear of the phone is covered in 3D glass and the grade 7 aluminum frame has that thin line we have come to see on recent Smartisan phones. The fingerprint scanner is buried under the Smartisan logo and the buttons are circular.

Smartisan R1 Specs

Smartisan has packed flagship specs into this device but has also set a record with it. For the first time in the history of mobile phones, we have a device with 1TB of built-in storage! Yes, the Smartisan R1 has 1 terabyte of internal storage and its UFS 2.1. The rest of the specs are also impressive.

It has a 6.17-inch pressure sensitive display with a 2242 x 1080 resolution and an 18.7:9 aspect ratio. It is covered with Gorilla Glass 3, has a 1500:1 contrast ratio, and a 96% color gamut (DCI-P3).

There is a Snapdragon 845 processor under the hood clocked at 2.8GHz paired with an Adreno 630 GPU. It comes in four variants:

1. 6GB RAM + 64GB storage
2. 6GB RAM + 128GB storage
3. 8GB RAM + 128GB storage
4. 8GB RAM + 1TB storage.

The Smartisan R1 has dual rear cameras. The primary sensor is a 12MP Sony IMX363 sensor with a f/1.8 aperture, 1.4 μm pixel size, 4-axis OIS, and dual PD extreme focus. The second is a 20MP Sony IMX350 with a f/1.75 aperture, 1μm pixel size, and 6P lens.

The front camera is a 24MP sensor with a f/2.0 aperture ArcSoft ray algorithm and AI real-time beauty mode.

The R1 has support for Bluetooth 5.0, dual-band Wi-Fi, NFC+eSE, and has a USB-C port with Display Port 1.4. It also has dual SIM support (nano only) and global LTE band support.

The Smartisan R1 joins the very short list of devices that support Quick Charge 4+. That means you should be able to refill its 3600mAh battery as fast as possible. It also supports Power Delivery 3.0 and 10W wireless charging. Sadly, it doesn’t have an IP-rating and also ditches the audio jack.

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Smartisan R1 Price and Availability

The Smartisan R1 comes in Pure White and Carbon Black. However, the Pure White variant is limited to the 6GB RAM + 128GB and the 8GB RAM + 128GB models.

When Smartisan’s CEO told us the price of the R1 will fall between ¥3000 and ¥15,000 a few weeks ago, he wasn’t kidding. Below are the prices for the different variants:

6GB RAM + 64GB = ¥3,499 (~$549)

6GB RAM + 128GB = ¥3,999 (~$627)

8GB RAM + 128GB = ¥4,499 (~$705)

8GB RAM + 1TB = ¥8,848 (~$1388)

The Smartisan R1 is available for purchase on the official site and also on JD.com. Included in the box is a USB-C to USB-C cable, a Quick Charge 4+ charger, a USB-C to 3.5mm adapter, and a SIM ejector tool. There are also a bunch of colorful cases that start are priced at ¥99 (~$15).

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