If the previous Samsung targets entry-level with its Mini-series, Samsung Galaxy Mini 2 S6500 can be considered an improvement or enhancement from the first edition of the Samsung Galaxy Mini. What differentiates from both are Galaxy Mini 2 adopts a slightly larger screen (only a 0.13-inch difference), a slightly different design, as well as thickness is thinner. The most visible improvement on side of processor usage, memory storage, as well as its OS. What kind of performance of this nicknamed Jena’s phone?
The design
Dimensions: 109.4 x 58.6 x 11.6 mm; Weight: 105.3 g;
Samsung Galaxy Mini 2 has a more rounded design than Samsung Galaxy Mini, with the front key combination instead similar to Samsung Galaxy S. In general, all four corners are rounded with a little impressed. There are navigation buttons at the bottom of the screen, which are enclosed by two softkeys leading to Settings and Back. There are a Hotswap MicroSD and volume buttons on the right side of the phone.
While on the left side, there is a button lock. At the bottom, there is a Micro USB port. Impressively trendy, when you consider the composition of color on the casing. Although solid plastic material domination, still comfortable to use. There is an extra casing in the sales box, you can flexibly choose colors, either yellow or dark gray.
Interface and Screen
Display: TFT capacitive touchscreen, 16M colors, Screen 320 x 480 pixels, 3.3 inches (~175 ppi pixel density) color screen Super AMOLED capacitive touchscreen, multitouch;
Samsung Galaxy Mini 2 is equipped with a touch screen 3.3-inch size HVGA TFTF prepared to support the performance of this smartphone. Given screen dimensions, slightly larger (the difference is only 0.13 inches). From the Samsung Galaxy Mini. Support & Super AMOLED screen and multitouch, provide the experience and input text is quite enjoyable on this phone.
With the Android™ platform Gingerbread 2.3, and intuitive TouchWiz interface. You will get an enjoyable experience when opening various menu pages.
Hardware
Processor: Qualcomm MSM7227, 800 MHz, GPU Adreno 200;
With an 800Mhz processor that can handle a lot of functions and applications easily. You do not have to worry about the processor will be able to respond quickly and also multitasking. In addition, there are functions for the benefit of WiFi and HSDPA internet on this smartphone. Samsung’s Galaxy Mini 2 internet function can accommodate HSDPA with up to 7.2 Mbps speed.
Internet and Connections
Connectivity: GPRS/EDGE: Speed HSDPA, 7.2 Mbps; HSUPA, 2 Mbps; Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, DLNA, Wi-Fi hotspots, Bluetooth v3.0 with A2DP, microUSB v2.0;
To help you transfer data between devices, there are many features connection which quite complete on this phone, even up to WiFi sharing capabilities to multiple devices. The data transfer and pairing process ran smoothly without any obstacles. Not only that, the Samsung Galaxy Mini 2 is equipped with USB 2.0 that supports a fast connection to transfer files easily and it is also available Bluetooth v3.0+ which offers high-speed wireless connections to other devices such as headsets, printers, PCs, and other devices.
Do not worry about the performance of its Internet browsing, while CnwinTech trying to open a web containing videos not found significant obstacles. Pinch the zoom screen to get a maximum.
The Chaton feature owned by Samsung Galaxy Mini 2 allows phone owners to use various platforms and can chat via instant messaging and also group chat. There is also a Social Hub there, which lets view email users, IM, and social communication are all one in the box. And Hub music brings easy access to more than 17 million songs. And Games Hub brings users the latest online game.
Camera and Video
3.15 MP (2048×1536 pixels) Geo-tagging, Video, video recording VGA@25fps; MP4/H.264/H.263 player
In this sector was initially a little suspicious that CnwinTech placed the name “Jena”. As is known, Jena is a town with a tradition that is a very busy industry located in Thüringen, Germany, and located on the edge of the Saale River. Jena specializes in measuring equipment industries, drugs (pharmacy), and optics tools, and is well known as a manufacturer of photographic tools. Industry-leading Zeiss optics is based in the city. Apparently, allegations CnwinTech wrong.
Because the camera used Samsung Galaxy Mini 2 is a built-in camera on a regular Samsung. Quality shots indoors still look foggy and result in a little better when shutter outdoor. While on the video player, the video recording quality is quite good, and crystal-clear audio is supported. The quality of video recording with VGA resolution is good enough and can minimize the effects of fractures.
Audio
Radio (Stereo FM radio with RDS), MP3/WAV/eAAC+/AC3/FLAC player
Samsung Galaxy Mini 2 equipped with an FM radio provides audio entertainment at no cost to enjoying songs and recent news, coupled with support for RDS to display various information from radio or songs that are on-air. When you want to listen to the music, simply plug your headset into the 3.5 mm audio jack.
In Audio player sectors, although its music player looks not much different from other Galaxy series that displays album art, and a set of audio panels. There is a music equalizer setting that is completely inside. In addition to work multitasking, the audio blast quality is strong and spherical (not broken), although its volume is positioned optimally.
Benchmark
Antutu Benchmark v2.7.3
To test CPU capability and graphics quality on these cheap mobile phones, CnwinTech performs a series of testing via the Antutu benchmark. Samsung Galaxy Mini 2 successfully carve a 2368 score, with a position below Sony Ericsson X10i. While the graphics performance when testing game and moving images with Nena Mark 1, the phone scored 54.1 fps.
Conclusion
Plus:
- CPU performance is good and stable browser to surf;
- a complete connection;
- reasonably priced;
- Multitouch;
- Hotswap microSD.
Minus:
- Virtual keypad small;
- camera without LED flash and front camera.
Samsung Galaxy Mini 2 will probably follow the lead of its predecessor successful series, the Samsung Galaxy Mini which was already first released a year ago. Samsung Galaxy Mini 2, which also has a Jena S6500 series is an updated version of the Samsung Galaxy Mini by adding some more ‘wow’ features. Reasonably priced, and with excellent product quality, this smartphone can be recommended for your Android lover’s limited budget.
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