Samsung Galaxy Mini 2
| Industry | Consumer electronics |
|---|---|
| Founded | March 1, 1938 in Daegu, South Korea |
| Headquarters | Suwon , South Korea |
| Products | Smartphones, consumer electronics |
| Website | www |
Samsung Galaxy Mini 2 is a smartphone developed by Samsung that operates on the open-source Android 2.3 "Gingerbread" platform. The device was introduced and launched by Samsung in February 2012. It comes in three color options: black, yellow, and orange.
Hardware
The Galaxy Mini 2 is powered by Qualcomm’s Snapdragon S1 system-on-chip, specifically the MSM7227A variant. This chipset incorporates an ARMv7-based ARM Cortex-A5 processor running at up to 800 MHz, paired with an upgraded Adreno 200 graphics processing unit. The display measures 3.27 inches diagonally and uses an HVGA TFT LCD panel with a resolution of 320×480 pixels, offering a greater pixel density compared to its predecessor. Near Field Communication (NFC) functionality is available on selected models.
Equipped with a basic 3-megapixel rear camera, the lens is safeguarded by durable scratch-resistant glass but lacks autofocus and flash capabilities. While official specifications only mention "3 MP," the camera’s pixel count is approximately 3.15 million pixels. It supports geotagging and can record video in H.264 format at VGA resolution (640×480 pixels) with a frame rate of 30 frames per second.
Additional hardware features include Assisted GPS for location services, Bluetooth connectivity, microUSB for data transfer and charging, as well as an FM radio equipped with RDS and capacity for twelve preset stations.
Software update trajectory
On September 24, 2012, Samsung declared plans to provide the Galaxy Mini 2 with an upgrade to Android 4.1 "Jelly Bean",[1][2] but subsequently discontinued the Jelly Bean development for this device.[3] Nevertheless, an unofficial build of CyanogenMod 10.1 (based on Jelly Bean version 4.2.2) was released for the Galaxy Mini 2 and was deemed stable as of December 27, 2013.[4][5]
Variants of the model
The Galaxy Mini 2 exists in multiple sub-models tailored to different regions:
| Model | Description / Market Focus | NFC Availability |
|---|---|---|
| S6500 | Initial release model | Yes |
| S6500D | Targeted at European and Asian markets | No |
| S6500T | Designed for Australian market | |
| S6500L | Distributed in Latin America | No |
| S6500X | Manufactured for Indian market | Yes Template:Fix/category[citation needed] |
Follow-up models
Just over a year later, Samsung launched the Samsung Galaxy Fame S6810 in April 2013, followed by the Samsung Galaxy Fame Lite S6790 in October of the same year.[6] These successors introduced mostly incremental enhancements compared to the Galaxy Mini 2. Their SoC is based on the Broadcom BCM21654G platform. Both models feature processors with slightly increased clock speeds (1 GHz and 850 MHz), Bluetooth version 4.0, come pre-installed with Android 4.1.2 Jelly Bean, and support 3G connectivity with HSUPA.
Among the distinguishing characteristics of the Galaxy Fame are a 5-megapixel camera equipped with auto-focus, a front-facing camera, compatibility with microSD cards up to 64 GB, as well as NFC or dual-SIM options depending on the specific variant. This device continues to utilize Mini-SIM cards.
The Galaxy Fame Lite differs by supporting Micro-SIM cards. Depending on the submodel, it may include either NFC, an FM radio, both features, or neither. The rear camera remains at a resolution of 3.0 megapixels.
Additionally, Samsung introduced the Galaxy Fame Lite Duos (model S6792), including region-specific versions such as the S6792L, in October 2013. This variant is characterized primarily by its dual-SIM functionality.[7]
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