Samsung devices are without a doubt considered the best among mobile phones. Even the old versions have their own zest and are still able to amaze.
Functionality of previous years' models
The evolution of mobile devices does not stand still, literally every day something new appears in phones. However, older Samsung phones look quite tolerable compared to many of their contemporaries.
The Samsung Galaxy S2 i9100 device is capable of competing in terms of functions, if not with modern flagships, then with phones located in the middle price category. For a device released back in 2011, this is a huge advantage.
Design
Different Samsung Galaxy S2 i9100 discreet appearance. At first glance, it will be difficult to determine the functional flagship of 2011.
The body of the device is completely made of plastic, which does not provide much presentability. But among the models produced in that period of time, the phone stood out pleasantly on the generalbackground.
There are three buttons on the body to work with the phone. On the sides are the keys for volume control, turning the device on and off, and at the bottom of the front side there is a button to wake the phone from sleep mode.
On the front side, in addition to the wake-up button, there is a four-inch screen, an additional camera, a speaker for calls, as well as light and proximity sensors.
The back cover that covers the battery is made of rough plastic for a more comfortable use of the phone.
On the rear panel is the main camera, which has 8 megapixels and a flash, and below, near the company logo, is the main speaker of the device.
At the end there is a headphone input, and a USB connector at the bottom. But that's not all, top and bottom are microphones for stereo recording.
It should be noted that the device is much thinner than many phones, and this improves the comfort of use.
Display
One of the biggest draws on any Samsung phone is the display. Regardless of the increase in the size of the diagonal, the company remains on top, improving and complementing the screens.
Compared to the previous model, the Samsung Galaxy S2 i9100 has got a slightly larger screen, now its diagonal is 4.3 inches.
The display in the Galaxy S2 device has acquired Super AMOLED technology with the Plus prefix, which significantly improves image quality. This technology provides a deeper image and amazingbrightness.
In addition to applying the new technology, manufacturers have also improved the screen behavior of the Samsung Galaxy S2 gt i9100 in bright light. And for greater protection, mineral glass is used to protect the display. Samsung i9100 Galaxy S2 is able to adjust the backlight automatically or manually.
The phone screen is equipped with a resolution of 480 pixels by 800 and is capable of displaying 16 million colors. Among its competitors in 2011, it was one of the best.
Camera
Another hallmark of Samsung is amazing quality cameras. The Samsung Galaxy S2 i9100 camera does not disappoint. Simple and clear settings allow you to fine-tune the camera to your needs.
Equipped with a Samsung Galaxy S2 i9100 eight-megapixel camera and has a resolution of 3264 by 2448. Pretty good camera even for modern phones allows you to take high-quality and deep pictures.
The device's built-in LED flash helps you use the camera in the dark at a distance of approximately a few meters.
The front camera has got two megapixels, which is good when working with applications for communication.
Recording videos on the Samsung Galaxy S2 i9100 is made in 1920 x 1080 resolution and at 30 frames per second. However, if you use the camera for a long time, you will need a lot of space for recording. The sound of the camera recording has been improved with additional microphones that record in stereo.
Filling
In due time stuffingSamsung Galaxy S2 i9100 in the form of a 1.2 GHz processor, as well as one gigabyte in the form of RAM, looked very attractive. And even now, such hardware is able to compete with many budget devices.
The phone works without problems with video having a resolution of 1080p. There will be no particular difficulties in using many useful programs.
System
The Samsung Galaxy S2 gt i9100 device uses "Android 2.3" system. Unfortunately, it narrows down the choice of programs and games to install.
The appearance of the system used has been redesigned for a branded cover and has some nice additions.
The main changes have affected the appearance of the shell, some widgets have been changed and redesigned, and stuttering has been fixed.
There were some shortcomings in the standard system on the Samsung Galaxy S2 gt i9100. The firmware had limitations in the amount of online video loaded into the buffer. Most likely, these shortcomings will disappear when you install a newer version of android.
Memory
The Samsung Galaxy S2 gt i9100 device is equipped with 16 or 32 gigabytes of memory. In addition to the available memory, it is possible to increase its volume using a flash card.
The phone is able to work with cards up to 32 gigabytes. As noted in the reviews, when using a flash drive with a capacity of 32 GB, there are no problems in the operation of the device.
Battery
The device is equipped with a rather weak battery with a capacity of1650 maH, which is clearly not enough for the Samsung Galaxy S2 i9100. The high-capacity battery is just asking for a replacement for the installed one.
The device is quite capable of functioning all day, if you do not work very actively. With constant use and the Internet turned on, the time will be reduced to approximately 4-6 hours.
The battery for the Samsung Galaxy S2 i9100 will most likely have to be replaced with a more powerful analogue, because 1650 maH is not enough for such a device.
Sound
The speaker of the phone produces a very high-quality sound, and there are no complaints about the operation of the microphone either. A curious advantage is that the rear speaker, despite its small size, produces quite tolerable and pleasant sound.
Besides that, having two microphones that allow you to create stereo recordings looks like a nice bonus.
Additional features
The smartphone is equipped with the usual functions - "Bluetooth" 3.0, microUSB 2.0, "Wi-Fi", GPRS, EDGE. The device supports GSM 800, 2100, 900, 180 modes.
Package
The device package includes already familiar things. Among them are headphones, a 1650 maH battery, an AC adapter and a USB cable.
Navigation
Standard navigation software that works with Google maps does its job quite well. In addition to the route itself, the program displays traffic jams, which is undoubtedly a plus for motorists.
The main disadvantage of working with the program is the constant dependence onnetwork connections. Accordingly, it affects both the consumed traffic and the increased battery consumption.
Sizes
The smartphone is noticeably thinner than its predecessor, due to this the weight of the device has also decreased. The smartphone, having a thickness of only 8.49 millimeters, weighs 116 grams.
Reviews
Given that the phone is still manufactured in 2011, the feedback from those who bought the device during the release period is mostly positive. After all, at that time it was a functional flagship, it could satisfy the needs of so many users.
The filling and performance of the phone did not cause any complaints, but the plastic case caused some dissatisfaction. Despite the protection of the screen with mineral glass, the fall sometimes left damage. Most users have secured their device by purchasing a case for the Samsung Galaxy S2 i9100.
Also, dissatisfaction was caused by the high dependence of the phone on additional recharging throughout the day.
Even now, this gadget can compete with average devices in terms of functionality. Such advantages were fully appreciated by fans of the company's products.
Pros
The indisputable advantage of the device can be considered a display that uses a new technology. Surprisingly high quality and bright, it brings zest to the smartphone. Watching videos and working with programs will be a pleasure on this screen.
The camera does not lag behind in merit, allowing you to take pictures of goodquality. In 2011, she confidently held first place among similar ones. Video recording will not disappoint either. The flash sometimes fails, but you can't expect much from shots in the dark.
Separately, it is worth noting the amount of memory of the device. Released smartphones with memory of 16 and 32 gigabytes satisfy a lot of requests even now.
Flaws
An incredibly huge disadvantage of a smartphone is the battery. For the Samsung Galaxy S2 i9100, this is a huge disadvantage, because users may be faced with the need to recharge at the most inopportune moment. Even the version 2.3 installed in the Samsung Galaxy S2 i9100, which does not require much energy, does not save the situation. The only solution is to replace the battery with a powerful analog.
A more minor flaw lies in the android itself. On version 2.3, the necessary applications may simply not go. Of course, installing a new firmware will fix things a little, but the latest versions of the system will not be available.
Conclusion
Galaxy S2 i9100 phone, without a doubt, looks mediocre against the backdrop of novelties in the mobile device market, but at one time it was a powerful smartphone with a lot of advantages.
In terms of price and functionality, the device is still in demand on the market today. That's just the status of the phone from the category of flagships moved into the category of budget devices.
