Samsung Galaxy Ace 2
Samsung has added to the range of phones in the Galaxy realm by adding an updated version of the ultra-successful Samsung Galaxy Ace. It is definitely a middle of the market phone with many great features but a few that I would certainly quibble about. The browser I found to be cumbersome and a little awkward and limited in capacity. It did not seem to have enough beef when trying to access the net when using GPS, although it was very quick on Wi-Fi.
This is an Android phone and I found it to be very strange that the latest version on its operating system was not installed. It uses the 2.3 v as opposed to the later and faster 4.0 v. The apps it promotes are Samsung apps and not the Android apps, although it is not difficult to access Android apps via the Play Store. It does however have a fantastic touch screen which measured healthy 3.8-inches. This is perfect for viewing those videos or playing games or even just watching YouTube videos.
It has a smart image resolution on the screen but I have seen far better. In truth there is not much to say about the Samsung Galaxy Ace 2 that could place in a league where it stands up next to some of the higher end market smartphones. It does have several plus points though and the brilliant action camera is one of them at 5-megapixels. It also has a dual core processor running on it which in truth impresses. It has an aesthetically pleasing look about it and is strong, durable and easy on the eye.
I believe users will be disappointed with the fact the Samsung Galaxy Ace 2 has made a point of using Android 2.3 Gingerbread as its operating system; particularly when Android launched the 4.0 version of its OS before the Samsung Galaxy Ace 2 even came on to the market. This would easily have been a far better smartphone if it opted for the use of the Ice Cream Sandwich operating system which Google launched and the HTC One X made great use of. There are a few defining factors that salvage some redemption for the Samsung Galaxy Ace 2 however; it allows specific updates to try to wrestle its users closer to a more updated OS which gives this phone some advantage over more expensive models.
