**A Closer Look at the ZTE Axon 7**

The ZTE Axon 7 is a powerhouse of a smartphone that offers a plethora of features and technologies at an affordable price. One of the first things you'll notice when using the Axon 7 is its sleek design, which makes it easy to handle and maneuver. The phone's button placement is particularly noteworthy, as it means you won't have to do any complex hand gestures to perform simple tasks such as turning up the volume. This attention to detail is a great example of how ZTE has prioritized usability in their device.

Another small but significant feature that sets the Axon 7 apart from its competitors is the recessed fingerprint reader. This makes it much easier to access and use, as you won't have to worry about navigating through menus or screens to reach it. It's a small touch, but one that can make a big difference in terms of overall user experience.

Of course, no discussion of the Axon 7 would be complete without mentioning its reputation for offering a class-leading audio experience. And with the device's dual independent Hi-Fi audio chips, the AKM AK4961 and AKM AK4490, ZTE has undoubtedly turned up the notch when it comes to sound quality. These chips are premium components that would cost over $3,000 to buy separately, but with the Axon 7, you get a much more portable and affordable package.

The Dual mic setup on the Axon 7 is exceptional, allowing for omnidirectional recording for up to 8 meters away. Audio through the headphone output is clean, loud, and full-bodied, giving many flagships a run for their money. But it's not just the Hi-Fi audio output that sets the Axon 7 apart - its dual front-facing stereo speakers are truly incredible. With Dolby Atmos surround sound technology and an end base enhancer, these speakers deliver sound that is louder and fuller than anything else in the market.

This is largely due to the fact that the Axon 7's speakers do get pretty loud, making it easy to share content with friends without having to hold the phone close to your ears or use headphones. And because of this, watching videos on Netflix or browsing through music on Spotify is a truly immersive experience. Whether you're enjoying your favorite tunes or getting lost in a movie, the Axon 7's speakers deliver an unparalleled audio experience.

The camera on the Axon 7 is another standout feature, with a shooting experience that is both easy to use and highly customizable. The auto mode is particularly impressive, turning on features like HDR and night mode automatically without requiring any manual input. This is a great idea for most users, who simply want to take a picture without having to worry about settings. But at the same time, the Axon 7 also offers a wide range of manual controls, including shutter speed, ISO, focus, and more. This gives professionals a wealth of options for shooting, while still providing a great auto experience.

The camera app itself is also noteworthy, with features like Panorama, slow-motion up to 240 FPS, time-lapse, and live photo. While these features may not be uncommon in the smartphone world, they are still impressive and offer a level of flexibility that many devices can't match. And because of this, the Axon 7's camera is particularly well-suited for both casual users and professionals alike.

Of course, no discussion of the Axon 7 would be complete without mentioning its camera hardware. The device boasts a 20-megapixel sensor, with an f/1.8 aperture that allows for some beautiful low-light shots. And because of this, Optical Image Stabilization (OIS) is on board to help smooth out any motion or camera shake.

**The Verdict**

One of the most impressive things about the Axon 7 is its combination of high-end hardware at an affordable price. The device is available for $200 to $300 less than comparable offerings, making it a great option for those who want flagship-level performance without breaking the bank. And with features like dual SIM and unlocked support for all major carriers in the US, this phone is a versatile choice that can be used on any network.

Add to this ZTE's premium 2-year warranty program, Passport 2.0, which provides comprehensive coverage in case you do end up needing help. This level of support makes the Axon 7 an even more attractive option for those who want peace of mind when it comes to their device.

Overall, the ZTE Axon 7 is a phenomenal smartphone that offers a wealth of features and technologies at an affordable price. Whether you're looking for high-end audio, exceptional camera performance, or simply a reliable device with great value for money, the Axon 7 has something for everyone.

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meets up with a beautifully curved glass all of this makes the axon 7 very comfortable to use even the aluminum feels Superior it's cool to the touch and soft in the hand it's strong too helping make the phone virtually unbendable there are also some smaller touches here and there that make the axon 7 more pleasant to use the button placement is a great example it means that you won't be needing to do any complex hand gestures to do something as simple as has turn the volume up the recessed fingerprint reader is also quite nice as it makes finding the reader much easier it could be argued that the axon Line's claim to fame is its reputation for offering a class leading audio experience and with the axon 7 CTE has undoubtedly turned it up a notch with dual independent Hi-Fi audio chips the akm AK 4961 and akm ak4490 just to give you an idea of how premium these chips are it would cost over $3,000 to buy both a recorder and audio player using these chips but with the axon 7 you pay much 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your ears or having to share headphones just to hear what's being played the camera on the axon 7 is a pleasure to use and it mostly starts with a shooting experience the camera apps automatic mode is easy to use and turns on things like HDR and night mode automatically this definitely is a great idea as the vast majority of users just want to take a picture with that said the xon 7 offers a great amount of manual control as well everything from shutter speed to ISO to focus is controllable with simple sliders it's nice that ZTE is giving professionals many options here while still providing a great auto experience there are a number of different filters available for use as well and they can be cool to play around with the camera app's built-in features are also particularly noteworthy you can do Panorama slow motion up to 240 FPS a time-lapse or do a live photo live photos aren't necessarily unheard of in the smartphone game but it's not too often that we see these features available 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this is most certainly Flagship level Hardware put in a very well-rounded affordable package and the fact that it's dual SIM and unlocked for all major carriers in the US is a major selling point for those who don't want to commit to a single cell phone carrier or need the freedom to switch between them zte's premium 2-year warranty passport 2.0 is an unexpected addition as well and gives you some pretty great coverage in case you do end up needing help all things considered this is an awesome deal through and through and could EAS replace a monthly insurance program which can be quite expensive and there you have it a closer look at the ZTE xon 7 please be sure to give this video a thumbs up if you liked it and don't forget to subscribe if you haven't already finally be sure to visit the Android Authority website for additional coverage as we are your source for all things Androidhey what is up guys this is Bailey Stein with Android authority let's take a closer look at what makes zte's $400 Flagship the xxon 7 one of the best smartphones you can buy design is most certainly a focal point with the axon 7 and that's immediately clear when first holding the phone in the hand the designed in the USA tag on the back of the phone is symbolic of a special collaboration between ZTE in design Works a BMW group subsidiary that's right the same company that designs luxury cars helped with the xon 7's design thanks to design Works experience and understanding of Premium design the axon 7 is an unmistakable Beauty and in the hand it feels like a single piece of Hardware one that seems remarkably continuous and that's not just because of its curved shape that makes it feel surprisingly natural on the hand but also because of its smooth edges those side edges are complemented further by the shamer running along the front of the axon which meets up with a beautifully curved glass all of this makes the axon 7 very comfortable to use even the aluminum feels Superior it's cool to the touch and soft in the hand it's strong too helping make the phone virtually unbendable there are also some smaller touches here and there that make the axon 7 more pleasant to use the button placement is a great example it means that you won't be needing to do any complex hand gestures to do something as simple as has turn the volume up the recessed fingerprint reader is also quite nice as it makes finding the reader much easier it could be argued that the axon Line's claim to fame is its reputation for offering a class leading audio experience and with the axon 7 CTE has undoubtedly turned it up a notch with dual independent Hi-Fi audio chips the akm AK 4961 and akm ak4490 just to give you an idea of how premium these chips are it would cost over $3,000 to buy both a recorder and audio player using these chips but with the axon 7 you pay much less and get a better more portable experience for recording the Dual mic setup is exceptional and you can record omnidirectionally for up to 8 m away audio through the headphone output is expectedly clean loud and full and gives many of the $600 to $700 flagships a run for their money but it's not just the Hi-Fi audio output that's all the Rave it's the xon 7's dual front facing stereo speakers are incredible you really have to listen to them in person to get the full effect but I can assure you with Dolby Atmos surround sound technology and an end base enhancer these are largely unmatched in quality what that means for you the end user is that sound is louder and Fuller so it's a much more immersive experience than other smartphones anything from browsing through music on Spotify to watching a movie in Netflix is superior on the xon 7 thanks to the speakers and and since they do get pretty loud it makes it easy to share content with friends without having to hold the phone close to your ears or having to share headphones just to hear what's being played the camera on the axon 7 is a pleasure to use and it mostly starts with a shooting experience the camera apps automatic mode is easy to use and turns on things like HDR and night mode automatically this definitely is a great idea as the vast majority of users just want to take a picture with that said the xon 7 offers a great amount of manual control as well everything from shutter speed to ISO to focus is controllable with simple sliders it's nice that ZTE is giving professionals many options here while still providing a great auto experience there are a number of different filters available for use as well and they can be cool to play around with the camera app's built-in features are also particularly noteworthy you can do Panorama slow motion up to 240 FPS a time-lapse or do a live photo live photos aren't necessarily unheard of in the smartphone game but it's not too often that we see these features available on Android it can be really cool in certain situations as the app will essentially create a few seconds of motion and then create a g the camera software is very useful overall but of course we can't forget to mention the xon 7's camera Hardware it's 20 megapixels so there's plenty of room for cropping and the f1.8 aperture can allow you to get some nice looking VCA and there is Optical image stabilization or ois on board which actually moves the camera around to compensate for hand handshake or other sorts of motion we've seen this before on more expensive smartphones but it's impressive that ZTE was able to bring this to the affordable axon7 for video recording the xon 7 can do up to 4K in either h264 or h265 codec and video looks pretty good too although I'll let you be the judge for yourself the most impressive part of the axon 7 is not a single part but rather the combination of parts at such an affordable price for $200 to $300 less than comparable offerings you get much more this is most certainly Flagship level Hardware put in a very well-rounded affordable package and the fact that it's dual SIM and unlocked for all major carriers in the US is a major selling point for those who don't want to commit to a single cell phone carrier or need the freedom to switch between them zte's premium 2-year warranty passport 2.0 is an unexpected addition as well and gives you some pretty great coverage in case you do end up needing help all things considered this is an awesome deal through and through and could EAS replace a monthly insurance program which can be quite expensive and there you have it a closer look at the ZTE xon 7 please be sure to give this video a thumbs up if you liked it and don't forget to subscribe if you haven't already finally be sure to visit the Android Authority website for additional coverage as we are your source for all things Android\n"