Eve V
Developer | Eve-Tech |
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Release date | December 4, 2017[1] |
Operating system | Windows 10 (Upgradable to Windows 10 Pro) |
CPU | Intel Core m3-7Y30 i5-7Y54 i7-7Y75[2][3][4] |
Memory | 8 GB LPDDR3, 16 GB LPDDR3 |
Storage | 128 GB 256 GB 512 GB[5] |
Display | 12.3 inches (31 cm) Sharp IGZO LCD 2880 x 1920 resolution 1:1500 contrast ratio, 400 nits brightness Gorilla Glass with anti-fingerprint Anti-reflection coating Metal-mesh technology |
Sound | Quad speakers 1W dedicated headphone jack Audio Jack Amplifier (tpa6133) 2 noise cancelling microphones |
Input | Fingerprint sensor Hall Gravity Light Gyroscope Windows Ink Certified N-trig with 1024 pressure levels, 2 buttons stylus pen Wired and wireless backlit keyboard with glass covered precision touchpad with Bluetooth 4.2, connects up to 3 devices |
Camera | Front: 2 MP Rear: 5 MP |
Connectivity | 2x Full-size USB 3.0 Gen 1 USB 3.0 Gen 1 USB-C port Thunderbolt 3 USB-C 3.5mm audio port Micro SDXC reader AC (2.4 GHz / 5 GHz) 2x2 MU-MIMOBluetooth 4.2Miracast wireless display |
Power | 48 W·h (172.8 kJ) battery (12 hours) |
Dimensions | 295.9 millimetres (11.65 in) (w) 205.3 millimetres (8.08 in) (h) 8.9 millimetres (0.35 in) (d) |
Mass | 925 grams (2.039 lb) tablet + 410 grams (0.90 lb) keyboard,[6] 1.335 kilograms (2.94 lb) total |
The Eve V is a 2-in-1 detachable personal computer manufactured by Finnish technology company Eve-Tech,[8] released on December 4, 2017.
The computer itself was the first computer to be developed, designed and manufactured in collaboration with the local community through crowdsourcing.[9] Subsequently, it was successfully crowdfunded through Indiegogo. It was designed to in a similar fashion as other 2-in-1 detachable like the Microsoft Surface Pro through a community effort, promising users no bloatware attached.[10]
History
[edit]Eve-Tech was founded in December 2013.[11] Their first product, prior to the Eve V, was a Windows 8.1-based tablet computer, the Eve T1, which was announced on December 2, 2014, and released on December 8.[12][13]
Over the course of time, the V was developed in an open online community with more than 1,000 members collaborating globally with Eve-Tech.[14] The computer was announced in October 2016,[15] and a pre-order campaign was initiated on the crowdfunding platform Indiegogo one month later.[16] The company achieved their funding goal in a matter of 4 minutes and sold out all 500 units.[17][18]
Features
[edit]Hardware
[edit]The Eve V shares some of its design features with similar devices such as Microsoft Surface Pro.[19] The device, however, features an aluminium body which is 0.89 cm thick.[20] The large device comes with a base kit that includes a stylus pen and an Alcantara-covered keyboard.[21]
The device boasts a 12.3-inch, 2880x1920 Sharp IGZO liquid-crystal display with a 1:1500 contrast ratio and 400 nits brightness and an anti-reflective coating for visibility and clarity. The Eve V runs an Intel Core m3, i5, or i7 (up to 3.6 GHz) processor with a 16 GB LPDDR3 RAM and a 512 GB solid-state drive, in the high-end version of the device. The computer's kickstand can be extended from the back end to allow the V to stand in a variety of angles.[22]
Along the sides of Eve V are two USB 3.0 ports, two USB-C 3.1 ports, with one having Thunderbolt 3 connectivity. Furthermore, the device has a standard 3.5mm audio jack and a microSDXC reader. The battery is 48 Wh, with the developers claiming up to 12-hour active usage life. A fingerprint scanner is situated within the power button, located on the right-hand side, making it compatible with Windows Hello and a quadraphonic speaker system.[23] A recent software update has caused Windows Hello to cease working, therefore causing this feature to no longer be usable on the device.[24]
Software
[edit]The Eve V has the Windows 10 operating system. An upgrade to the Pro version of 10 is also possible.[25]
Release
[edit]The Eve V was released to the public on December 4, 2017.
Currently, it can only be purchased directly from Eve-Tech online, where it has been promoted by periodic flash sales. However, Eve-Tech has experienced difficulties fulfilling orders, drawing complaints from customers who have not seen orders or refunds delivered 18 months after purchase.[26][27]
Reception
[edit]Eve V received positive reviews from critics. Many noted, and even acclaimed, the collaboration between the community and Eve-Tech, as well as its range of I/O ports, hardware, inclusion of a smart keyboard and active pen, build quality and affordability. Many critics were impressed with its value; Upon comparison with the Surface Pro, the V was often favorably received.[28][29][30][31]
Many diverse issues were noted by critics. This includes, but is not limited to, various issues with the keyboard, such as the backspace key — reading "oops!" instead of conventional design, connection issues and its Alcantara design, the speaker system, the flash sale purchase model and the use of Intel Y-series CPU's compared to the Surface Pro's U-series.
While generally well received at launch, there has been widespread concern over Eve-Tech's ability to fulfil its orders due to the long delays faced by many customers.[27] As of fall 2021, not all orders from December 2017 have been delivered.[32]
The orders from the flash sale of 2017 were offered to get a refund or proceed with the orders, Unfortunately this promise was not fulfilled for many customers that are still waiting in December 2023.
References
[edit]- ^ Eve Community Digest | Eve-Tech Archived 2017-06-02 at the Wayback Machine.
- ^ ARK | Intel® Core™ m3-7Y30 Processor (4M Cache, 2.60 GHz) Archived 2017-11-13 at the Wayback Machine. Ark.intel.com. Retrieved 04-06-2017.
- ^ ARK | Intel® Core™ i5-7Y54 Processor (4M Cache, 3.20 GHz) Archived 2017-11-13 at the Wayback Machine. Ark.intel.com. Retrieved 04-06-2017.
- ^ ARK | Intel® Core™ i7-7Y75 Processor (4M Cache, 3.60 GHz) Archived 2017-11-13 at the Wayback Machine. Ark.intel.com. Retrieved 04-06-2017.
- ^ The Eve V came from nowhere to challenge the Surface Pro | Engadget Archived 2017-06-04 at the Wayback Machine 06-02-2017. Retrieved 06-04-2017
- ^ "V Main".
- ^ GQ Lifestyle Magazine | 10 Coolest things this month Archived 2017-10-01 at the Wayback Machine 28-06-2017. Retrieved 29-06-2017.
- ^ ZD Net | Windows 10 contender Eve V fleshes out its design 03-11-2016. Retrieved 25-06-2017
- ^ Laptop Mag | The First Ever Crowd-Sourced 2-in-1 Archived 2017-07-07 at the Wayback Machine 05-04-2016. Retrieved 02-08-2017
- ^ Tech Radar | From Parts to Product - Eve V Archived 2017-11-13 at the Wayback Machine 10-05-2016. Retrieved 14-02-2017
- ^ "About". Eve-Tech. Retrieved 30 January 2018.
- ^ Callaham, John (2 December 2014). "Finland-based Eve Tech reveals 8-inch Windows 8.1 tablet, the Eve T1". Windows Central. Retrieved 30 January 2018.
- ^ Edmonds, Rich (8 December 2014). "Eve Tech's T1 Windows tablet is now available to order for an affordable €159". Windows Central. Retrieved 30 January 2018.
- ^ Tom's Hardware | Eve-Tech Launches Pre-Orders for the Hivemind-Designed 'Eve V' Hybrid 21-11-2016. Retrieved 21-06-2017
- ^ Dolcourt, Jessica (20 October 2016). "Intel-backed tablet-PC hybrid Eve V to hit Indiegogo for the holidays". CNET. Retrieved 30 January 2018.
- ^ Weinberger, Matt (22 November 2016). "Even Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella wants to get his hands on this startup's $1399 Surface Pro-killer". Business Insider. Retrieved 30 January 2018.
- ^ Geek Time | How Helsinki's Eve V Could Rival Apple Archived 2017-10-01 at the Wayback Machine 12-12-2016. Retrieved 25-01-207
- ^ Tung, Liam (22 November 2016). "Windows 10 Surface Pro challenger Eve V sells out in 3 hours, starting at $699". ZDNet. Retrieved 30 January 2018.
- ^ Business Insider | Intel backs Eve V Archived 2017-11-13 at the Wayback Machine 22-11-2016. Retrieved 24-03-2017
- ^ CNET | Eve V Preview Archived 2017-09-02 at the Wayback Machine 29-05-2017. Retrieved 12-06-2017
- ^ The Verge | The Tablet Microsoft Won't Make - Eve V Archived 2017-08-04 at the Wayback Machine 29-05-2017. Retrieved 12-06-2017
- ^ Science World Report | Hybrid Laptop Eve V, Advantages Over Microsoft Archived 2017-06-06 at the Wayback Machine 01-06-2017. Retrieved 12-06-2017
- ^ Recombu | Eve V Hands on Review Archived 2017-11-13 at the Wayback Machine 02-06-2017. Retrieved 12-06-2017
- ^ "Goodix fingerprint scanner - not working". Eve Community. 2019-10-27. Retrieved 2019-11-13.
- ^ Venture Beat | Mac Users Opting For Windows 2-in-1 - Eve V Archived 2017-02-16 at the Wayback Machine 23-11-2016. Retrieved 21-01-2017
- ^ Deakin, Daniel R. (9 March 2019). "Growing concerns over Eve-Tech's unfulfilled orders for Eve V computers". Notebookcheck. Retrieved 2019-06-25.
- ^ a b Byford, Sam (2019-02-22). "After a disastrous launch for a great computer, Eve CEO says it won't happen again". The Verge. Retrieved 2019-06-25.
- ^ Low, Aloyslus (19 December 2017). "Eve V review: This Surface Pro killer compromises on performance". CNET. Retrieved 30 January 2017.
- ^ Easton, Richard (29 January 2018). "Eve V Review: Is this the cheap Surface Pro killer we've been waiting for?". TrustedReviews. Retrieved 30 January 2018.
- ^ Velazco, Chris (15 December 2017). "Eve V review: The wisdom of the crowd mostly pays off". Engadget. Retrieved 30 January 2018.
- ^ Byford, Sam (28 November 2017). "Eve V review: Can a scrappy upstart undercut the Surface Pro?". The Verge. Retrieved 30 January 2018.
- ^ "All about Eve: The upstart PC brand struggling to pay back jilted customers". 8 November 2022.