Smartphone "Samsung J1 Mini": owner reviews, technical specifications and features. Review of Samsung Galaxy J1 mini: At minimal cost What is better than Samsung J1 mini

Samsung Galaxy J1 mini, a simple and convenient Android smartphone in a compact, lightweight body. Want to buy inexpensive android smartphone at an affordable price? Samsung Galaxy G 1 mini is a new product in a thin case with a 4-inch diagonal screen, which can be comfortably operated with one hand. Of the main Galaxy J1 mini specifications can be distinguished: operating room Android system, 4 nuclear processor frequency of 1200 MHz, 4-inch screen with a resolution of 480 x 800 pixels, a 1500 mAh battery and a main 5 MP camera. The new product received 8 GB of internal memory, of which about 4.4 GB will be available to the smartphone user, expandable using MicroSD memory cards up to 128 GB. Galaxy G 1 mini works with SIM cards in Micro-SIM format and supports 3G network operation. The main advantages of the smartphone include: compact size, ease of use with one hand and inexpensive price for the Samsung Galaxy J1 mini. There are few downsides random access memory only about 750 megabytes. The battery supports the smartphone for up to 8 hours of talk time and up to 7 hours of Internet use on 3G networks. To save battery energy, you can use the maximum power saving mode, which will extend the operation of the Galaxy G 1 mini if ​​the battery suddenly runs out and you need to stay connected. Smartphone users can download and install Android applications completely free of charge from hundreds of thousands available. You can distribute the Internet from your phone to other devices via a hotspot Wi-Fi access, supports up to several simultaneously connected devices to the Internet.

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What to do if you need a simple phone? And not with buttons, but a smartphone and so that it would not be embarrassing to go out in public with it? It’s logical to start with the offers of operators; the Big Three usually offer budget options. You can also choose a suitable smartphone among entry-level models. For Samsung, this is the recently introduced Galaxy J1 mini. Let's find out what's good about this budget Korean product.

Equipment

The smartphone is in a small white box; in addition to the device itself, there is also a charger. That's it, there is nothing else, no headphones, no cable.

Smallest galaxy

Budget Samsung is devoid of the attributes of expensive models, no glass or metal, only plastic. But plastic good quality, there is no feeling that you are holding a primitive phone in your hand. When you buy a budget communication device, this is an important point.

The body is black on the front and back, and the central part is made of dark gray glossy plastic. The sides were made slightly flattened, so the Galaxy J1 mini resembles others Samsung models. The case comes in three colors: in addition to black, they offer white or gold.

Along the perimeter there is a frame slightly protruding above the surface. The phone rests on it when you place it face down to avoid scratching the display coating. Usually Samsung makes the frame sparkle and shine, but here it is matte and does not attract attention to itself.

I think everyone has held a Samsung smartphone in their hands at least once in their life, so the layout of the buttons will seem painfully familiar. The volume control is on the left, the power button is on the right, and below the screen is a block of three keys. The wide central physical button responds with a clear click and the presses are unmistakable. The key on the left launches a menu of running applications, and the right one takes you back a step. The buttons are not backlit, which is not very nice, but you can get used to it over time.

At the back there is only a speaker hole and a camera lens, and what more could you want? cheap smartphone Samsung is designed concisely.

Aim more accurately

The case cannot be called thin; the thickness is more than a centimeter. But the phone itself is compact, so it is easy and convenient to operate with one hand. Although it is heavy for a baby - 120 g. The small smartphone fits easily in pockets, it does not stick out or protrude from clothes.

But after large diagonals, typing texts on a 4-inch screen is no longer very convenient; fingers often miss the symbols on the keyboard. I solved the problem using Swype-style predictive input. In addition, you can type more accurately, sacrificing speed for the sake of grammar.

Only 4 inches

Screen size - 4 inches, resolution 480 x 800 pixels. For 2016, these are modest numbers, but first Samsung The i9000 Galaxy S had just such a screen back in 2010. After this nostalgic pause, we will evaluate the quality of the screen, since they are most often saved on in budget devices.

This is a TFT-TN panel, so viewing angles are far from maximum. If you turn the phone in your hand to the left or right, the picture on the screen dims or brightens, but there is no vertical distortion. On sunny days, the brightness has to be turned up to maximum, otherwise you won’t be able to see anything on the screen.

The smartphone does not have a light sensor; the brightness must be adjusted manually. This limitation is often found in the most affordable smartphones from major manufacturers, although inexpensive Chinese brands do not skimp on this.

Slow gas

The filling is quite modest: a 4-core Spreadtrum SC7731 processor, Mali-400 graphics, 768 MB of RAM and 8 GB of internal memory, of which 4.7 GB is free. AnTuTu produces a little more than 20 thousand “parrots”. Yes, it's not much, but at least the menu doesn't work at a snail's pace.

Although there are lags: you switch between applications and see a blank screen for a moment, and not the desired program. I used the phone without pain and suffering, as sometimes happens with budget devices. Galaxy J1 mini, according to Samsung, sees a microSD card up to 128 GB, but it’s unlikely that anyone will put such a volume here; the card costs as much as the phone itself.

Nature UX shell, also known as TouchWiz, although this is an outdated name. The model uses Android 5.1, which appeared about a year ago. You can't count on 6.0 Marshmallow. In the settings we change the font size, you can also select the character style. Of course, we set a background image, arrange icons on desktops, and add widgets.

Just a camera

The 5 megapixel camera is very simple, there is no autofocus, and there is no flash. Because of this, we lost the flashlight function. Pro mode with manual setting looks like a mockery: what to configure? But you can quickly launch the camera by double clicking on physical button under the screen, just like in the older Galaxy. Examples of photos are below; due to the limited capabilities here, it is difficult to shoot texts or small objects. In general, a typical camera “for show”.

Front-camera at 0.3 megapixels, you can recognize facial features in photographs, nothing more is required from it. Video recording quality is limited to 1280 x 720 pixels.

Dual SIM, but no LTE

The Galaxy J1 mini has a pair of microSIM slots, 3G works, reception is normal. Alas, there is no LTE; it is better not to use a smartphone as a modem for a laptop, because with 4G the Internet works much faster. There is also GPS for navigation, Bluetooth keeps a stable connection with the headset Bose SoundLink On-Ear.

Charge every other day

Battery capacity is 1,500 mAh, the battery is replaceable. Charging is enough for 1.5-2 days of work with checking email, periodic use of the browser and applications for social networks. The operating time indicators are good, but there is a simple filling here, you don’t expect other numbers. The smartphone has an energy-saving profile when we limit the number of running applications.

Results

Samsung Galaxy J1 mini is the cheapest smartphone from the Korean company. It costs 5,490 rubles, as two covers for . He is capable of simple games, he cannot be called slow or scary in appearance. A simple smartphone from a well-known brand, and the brand name often plays a decisive role in the purchase.

Of the budget alternatives, I’ll mention it costs 5,390 rubles. Another option is Alcatel One Touch Pop 3 for 5,990 rubles.

Advantages:

Dual SIM cards
good working hours
nice design and quality build

Flaws:

bad camera
no light sensor
no LTE

Grade:

We would like to thank the online store Video-shoper.ru for providing this phone.

Information about the make, model, and alternative names of the specific device, if available.

Design

Information about the dimensions and weight of the device, presented in different units of measurement. Materials used, colors offered, certificates.

Width Width information - refers to the horizontal side of the device in its standard orientation during use.	63.1 mm (millimeters) 6.31 cm (centimeters) 0.21 ft (feet) 2.48 in (inches)
Height Height information - refers to the vertical side of the device in its standard orientation during use.	121.6 mm (millimeters) 12.16 cm (centimeters) 0.4 ft (feet) 4.79 in (inches)
Thickness Information about the thickness of the device in different units of measurement.	10.8 mm (millimeters) 1.08 cm (centimeters) 0.04 ft (feet) 0.43 in (inches)
Weight Information about the weight of the device in different units of measurement.	120 g (grams) 0.26 lbs 4.23 oz (ounces)
Volume The approximate volume of the device, calculated based on the dimensions provided by the manufacturer. Refers to devices with the shape of a rectangular parallelepiped.	82.87 cm³ (cubic centimeters) 5.03in³ (cubic inches)
Colors Information about the colors in which this device is offered for sale.	Black White Golden
Materials for making the case Materials used to make the device body.	Plastic

SIM card

The SIM card is used in mobile devices to store data that certifies the authenticity of mobile service subscribers.

Mobile networks

A mobile network is a radio system that allows multiple mobile devices to communicate with each other.

Mobile communication technologies and data transfer speeds

Communication between devices on mobile networks is carried out using technologies that provide different data transfer rates.

Operating system

An operating system is a system software that manages and coordinates the operation of hardware components in a device.

SoC (System on Chip)

A system on a chip (SoC) includes all the most important hardware components of a mobile device on one chip.

SoC (System on Chip) A system on a chip (SoC) integrates various hardware components, such as a processor, graphics processor, memory, peripherals, interfaces, etc., as well as the software necessary for their operation.	Spreadtrum SC8830
Technological process Information about the technological process by which the chip is manufactured. Nanometers measure half the distance between elements in the processor.	28 nm (nanometers)
Processor (CPU) The primary function of a mobile device's processor (CPU) is to interpret and execute instructions contained in software applications.	ARM Cortex-A7
Processor size The size (in bits) of a processor is determined by the size (in bits) of the registers, address buses, and data buses. 64-bit processors have higher performance compared to 32-bit processors, which in turn are more powerful than 16-bit processors.	32 bit
Instruction Set Architecture Instructions are commands with which the software sets/controls the operation of the processor. Information about the instruction set (ISA) that the processor can execute.	ARMv7
Level 1 cache (L1) Cache memory is used by the processor to reduce access time to more frequently used data and instructions. L1 (level 1) cache is small in size and works much faster than both system memory and other cache levels. If the processor does not find the requested data in L1, it continues to look for it in the L2 cache. On some processors, this search is performed simultaneously in L1 and L2.	32 kB + 32 kB (kilobytes)
Level 2 cache (L2) L2 (level 2) cache is slower than L1 cache, but in return it has a higher capacity, allowing it to cache more data. It, like L1, is much faster than system memory (RAM). If the processor does not find the requested data in L2, it continues to look for it in the L3 cache (if available) or in RAM memory.	512 kB (kilobytes) 0.5 MB (megabytes)
Number of processor cores The processor core executes software instructions. There are processors with one, two or more cores. Having more cores increases performance by allowing multiple instructions to be executed in parallel.	4
CPU clock speed The clock speed of a processor describes its speed in terms of cycles per second. It is measured in megahertz (MHz) or gigahertz (GHz).	1200 MHz (megahertz)
Graphics Processing Unit (GPU) The Graphics Processing Unit (GPU) handles calculations for various 2D/3D graphics applications. IN mobile devices ah it is used most often by games, consumer interface, video applications, etc.	ARM Mali-400 MP2
Number of GPU cores Like a CPU, a GPU is made up of several working parts called cores. They handle graphics calculations for various applications.	2
Amount of random access memory (RAM) Random Access Memory (RAM) in use operating system and all installed applications. Data stored in RAM is lost after the device is turned off or restarted.	768 MB (megabytes)

Built-in memory

Each mobile device has built-in (non-removable) memory with a fixed capacity.

Memory cards

Memory cards are used in mobile devices to increase the storage capacity for storing data.

Screen

The screen of a mobile device is characterized by its technology, resolution, pixel density, diagonal length, color depth, etc.

Type/technology One of the main characteristics of the screen is the technology by which it is made and on which the quality of the information image directly depends.	TFT
Diagonal For mobile devices, screen size is expressed by the length of its diagonal, measured in inches.	4 in (inches) 101.6 mm (millimeters) 10.16 cm (centimeters)
Width Approximate screen width	2.06 in (inches) 52.27 mm (millimeters) 5.23 cm (centimeters)
Height Approximate screen height	3.43 in (inches) 87.12 mm (millimeters) 8.71 cm (centimeters)
Aspect Ratio The ratio of the dimensions of the long side of the screen to its short side	1.667:1 5:3
Permission Screen resolution shows the number of pixels vertically and horizontally on the screen. More a high resolution means sharper detail in the image.	480 x 800 pixels
Pixel Density Information about the number of pixels per centimeter or inch of the screen. Higher density allows information to be displayed on the screen with clearer detail.	233 ppi (pixels per inch) 91 ppcm (pixels per centimeter)
Color depth Screen color depth reflects the total number of bits used for color components in one pixel. Information about the maximum number of colors that the screen can display.	18 bit 262144 flowers
Screen area Approximate percentage of screen area occupied by the screen on the front of the device.	59.54% (percentage)
Other characteristics Information about other screen features and characteristics.	Capacitive Multi-touch

Sensors

Different sensors perform different quantitative measurements and convert physical indicators into signals that a mobile device can recognize.

Rear camera

The main camera of a mobile device is usually located on its back panel and may be combined with one or more secondary cameras.

Sensor type Information about the camera sensor type. Some of the most widely used types of sensors in mobile device cameras are CMOS, BSI, ISOCELL, etc.	CMOS (complementary metal-oxide semiconductor)
Svetlosila	f/2.2
Flash type The rear (rear) cameras of mobile devices mainly use LED flashes. They can be configured with one, two or more light sources and vary in shape.	LED
Image Resolution	2592 x 1944 pixels 5.04 MP (megapixels)
Video resolution	1280 x 720 pixels 0.92 MP (megapixels)
	30fps (frames per second)
Characteristics Information about additional software and hardware features of the rear (rear) camera.	Digital zoom Geographical tags Face recognition White Balance Adjustment ISO Setting Exposure compensation Self-timer Scene Selection Mode

Front-camera

Smartphones have one or more front cameras of various designs - a pop-up camera, a rotating camera, a cutout or hole in the display, an under-display camera.

Svetlosila F-stop (also known as aperture, aperture, or f-number) is a measure of the size of a lens's aperture, which determines the amount of light entering the sensor. The lower the f-number, the larger the aperture and the more light reaches the sensor. Typically the f-number is specified to correspond to the maximum possible aperture of the aperture.	f/2.4
Image Resolution One of the main characteristics of cameras is resolution. It represents the number of horizontal and vertical pixels in an image. For convenience, smartphone manufacturers often list resolution in megapixels, indicating the approximate number of pixels in millions.	640 x 480 pixels 0.31 MP (megapixels)
Video resolution Information about the maximum video resolution that the camera can record.	640 x 480 pixels 0.31 MP (megapixels)
Video recording speed (frame rate) Information about the maximum recording speed (frames per second, fps) supported by the camera at maximum resolution. Some of the most basic video recording speeds are 24 fps, 25 fps, 30 fps, 60 fps.	30fps (frames per second)

Audio

Information about the type of speakers and audio technologies supported by the device.

Radio

The radio of the mobile device is a built-in FM receiver.

Location determination

Information about the navigation and location technologies supported by your device.

WiFi

Wi-Fi is a technology that provides wireless communication for transmitting data over close distances between various devices.

Bluetooth

Bluetooth is a standard for secure wireless data transfer between various devices of different types over short distances.

Version There are several Bluetooth versions, while each subsequent one improves communication speed, coverage, and facilitates easier detection and connection of devices. Information about the Bluetooth version of the device.	4.0
Characteristics Bluetooth uses different profiles and protocols that provide faster data transfer, energy savings, improved device discovery, etc. Some of these profiles and protocols that the device supports are shown here.	A2DP (Advanced Audio Distribution Profile) AVRCP (Audio/Visual Remote Control Profile) DIP (Device ID Profile) HFP (Hands-Free Profile) HID (Human Interface Profile) HSP (Headset Profile) MAP (Message Access Profile) OPP (Object Push Profile) PAN (Personal Area Networking Profile) PBAP/PAB (Phone Book Access Profile)

USB

USB (Universal Serial Bus) is an industry standard that allows different electronic devices to exchange data.

Headphone jack

This is an audio connector, also called an audio jack. The most widely used standard in mobile devices is the 3.5mm headphone jack.

Connecting devices

Information about other important connection technologies supported by your device.

Browser

A web browser is a software application for accessing and viewing information on the Internet.

Browser Information about some of the main characteristics and standards supported by the device's browser.

HTML HTML5 CSS 3

Audio file formats/codecs

Mobile devices support different audio file formats and codecs, which respectively store and encode/decode digital audio data.

Video file formats/codecs

Mobile devices support different video file formats and codecs, which respectively store and encode/decode digital video data.

Battery

Mobile device batteries differ from each other in their capacity and technology. They provide the electrical charge necessary for their functioning.

Capacity A battery's capacity indicates the maximum charge it can hold, measured in milliamp-hours.	1500 mAh (milliamp-hours)
Type The type of battery is determined by its structure and, more precisely, the chemicals used. Exist different types batteries, with lithium-ion and lithium-ion polymer batteries most often used in mobile devices.	Li-Ion (Lithium-ion)
2G talk time 2G talk time is the period of time during which the battery charge is completely discharged during a continuous conversation on a 2G network.	8 h (hours) 480 min (minutes) 0.3 days
2G latency 2G standby time is the period of time during which the battery charge is completely discharged when the device is in stand-by mode and connected to a 2G network.	180 h (hours) 10800 min (minutes) 7.5 days
3G talk time 3G talk time is the period of time during which the battery charge is completely discharged during a continuous conversation on a 3G network.	8 h (hours) 480 min (minutes) 0.3 days
3G latency 3G standby time is the period of time during which the battery charge is completely discharged when the device is in stand-by mode and connected to a 3G network.	180 h (hours) 10800 min (minutes) 7.5 days
Characteristics Information about some additional characteristics of the device's battery.	Removable

Specific Absorption Rate (SAR)

The SAR level refers to the amount of electromagnetic radiation absorbed by the human body while using a mobile device.

SAR level for head (EU) The SAR level indicates the maximum amount of electromagnetic radiation that the human body is exposed to when holding a mobile device close to the ear in a conversation position. In Europe, the maximum permissible SAR value for mobile devices is limited to 2 W/kg per 10 grams of human tissue. This standard established by the CENELEC Committee in accordance with IEC standards, subject to the ICNIRP guidelines of 1998.	0.806 W/kg (Watt per kilogram)
Body SAR level (EU) The SAR level indicates the maximum amount of electromagnetic radiation to which the human body is exposed when holding a mobile device at hip level. The maximum permissible SAR value for mobile devices in Europe is 2 W/kg per 10 grams of human tissue. This standard has been established by the CENELEC Committee in compliance with the ICNIRP 1998 guidelines and IEC standards.	0.625 W/kg (Watt per kilogram)
Head SAR level (US) The SAR level indicates the maximum amount of electromagnetic radiation that the human body is exposed to when holding a mobile device near the ear. The maximum value used in the USA is 1.6 W/kg per 1 gram of human tissue. Mobile devices in the US are regulated by the CTIA, and the FCC conducts tests and sets their SAR values.	1.502 W/kg (Watt per kilogram)
Body SAR level (US) The SAR level indicates the maximum amount of electromagnetic radiation to which the human body is exposed when holding a mobile device at hip level. The highest permissible SAR value in the USA is 1.6 W/kg per 1 gram of human tissue. This value is set by the FCC, and the CTIA monitors mobile devices' compliance with this standard.	1.049 W/kg (Watt per kilogram)

Specifications

• Android 5.1.1
• Case colors – gold, black, white
• Display 4 inches, 480x800 pixels, TFT, no automatic brightness adjustment
• Spreadtrum processor, 4 cores up to 1.2 GHz
• Front camera VGA, main camera 5 megapixels, no autofocus
• RAM 0.75 GB, internal memory 8 GB (4.4 GB available), cards microSD memory up to 128 GB
• Li-Ion battery 1500 mAh, talk time up to 8 hours (3G), data transfer - 7 hours (3G), video playback up to 7 hours, music playback up to 29 hours
• microSIM, two cards, one module
• 2G/3G
• USB 2.0, Bluetooth 4.0, 802.11 b/g/n 2.4 GHz, GPS/GLONASS
• Dimensions – 121.6x63.1x10.8 mm, weight – 123 grams

Contents of delivery

• Smartphone
• Charger with USB cableInstructions
• Guarantee

Positioning

Samsung has almost completely abandoned the budget segment. Releasing the lineup J, they partially offset the shortcomings in such devices. But in terms of price/quality ratio, these models are far from ideal; rather, they are intended for those consumers who do not understand the market and at the same time want to buy a device from a large manufacturer. The fee for the brand in this case is excessive, since similar solutions from other companies cost at least 1.5-2 times less, and operator models look even more attractive. If the regular J1 uses a SuperAMOLED screen, what could be at least some distinctive feature, but is offset by an even higher price, then the J1 Mini has nothing like that. This is a very, if not very, very, budget solution in terms of its filling and a very expensive solution based on the price. However, let's look at it carefully.

Design, dimensions, control elements

The model is available in three colors – white, black and gold. Oddly enough, buyers often choose the gold color, apparently due to its perception among the target audience.

The phone dimensions are 121.6x63.1x10.8 mm, weight is 123 grams. It is small, but a little thick, which looks unusual compared to other models, especially since the battery is small by modern standards. The model fits well in the hand and the build quality is excellent. These are perhaps a few of the advantages of this device.

On the right side there is an on/off button, on the left side there is a paired volume key. At the top end there is a 3.5 mm headphone jack, at the bottom end there is a microUSB connector.

Back cover can be removed, inside there is a removable battery, two slots for microSIM cards, as well as memory cards.

Display

Display 4 inches, 480x800 pixels, TFT, no automatic brightness adjustment. The screen is not very bright and is difficult to see in the sun due to its size. This is a very budget solution, which is also inferior to both analogues in its price group and cheaper solutions. We can say that such screens are already perceived as outdated.

Battery

The Li-Ion 1500 mAh battery provides, according to the manufacturer, up to 7 hours of Internet use (3G or Wi-Fi), up to 8 hours of talk time, and up to 29 hours of music playback. In real conditions, the device works for a day under a very heavy load; ordinary consumers will get about two full days. This is a good result, which was made possible thanks to both the screen and the not very rushed processor.

The device has a maximum energy saving mode, it turns off everything except the main functions, and the operating time increases. Considering that the screen is a regular TFT, this does not provide any huge increase in operating time compared to a similar function in the company’s flagships.

Processor, memory, performance

The device has 768 MB of RAM, which is very little; most budget solutions have 1 GB of memory. The Spreadtrum SC8830 chipset, four cores with a frequency of up to 1.2 GHz, is an ultra-budget and very cheap solution. Result? No one synthetic test, which has three-dimensional tests, cannot be completed on this device - they simply crash. Performance is low, noticeably lower than most budget devices.

In practice, this means that the interface is slow, jerky and not very pleasing to the eye. This can be seen in very inexpensive models from last year; in modern state-of-the-art models, the interface works noticeably faster.

Memory cards can be installed up to 128 GB, but who will do this in such an inexpensive device? The main thing is that there is 8 GB of built-in memory, of which a little more than 4 GB is available for your needs.

Communication capabilities

The usual and familiar set, there is synchronization with a PC (USB 2.0, KIES), Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, BT 4.0, there is no NFC, but there is support for GPS/Glonass. The positioning speed is low not because of the quality of the antenna, but rather because of the general brakes of the device.

Camera

Front VGA camera! What can I say? Nothing. The main camera has a resolution of 5 megapixels, but it does not have autofocus, which makes most photos blurry; it is good for taking landscapes. You can find examples of photos and videos below.

Sample photos

In 2016, Samsung released one of the most compact devices on the smartphone market: the 4-inch Samsung Galaxy J1 mini. In addition, the J1 mini is the cheapest smartphone from the manufacturer, the price at the time of writing is about 80 USD.

This model has another name - Galaxy J1 Nxt mini, but it appears mainly in other countries. In this review we will try to figure out what this device is.

In 2016, other devices were released, reviews of which you will find here: , , , .

Specifications Samsung Galaxy J1 mini SM-J105H

The technical part of the smartphone is very modest by 2016 standards.

Design

The appearance of the device is very simple, without any frills. It is highly likely that the design was based on earlier budget models. Available in 3 color variations: black, white, gold. The product is made of matte plastic, the frame is made of metal, which is very pleasing and distinguishes the J 2016 series from last year. Ours was gold in color and the plastic had a pearlescent tint. The design is collapsible, the battery can also be removed. The case height is 121.6 mm, width is 63.1 mm, and thickness is 10.8 mm. It’s sort of a “well-fed” device, but thanks to this it fits more confidently in the hand, given its small width and height.

CPU

The device is equipped with a 4-core Spreadtrum SC8830 (1.2 GHz) processor. The graphics are processed by the Mali-400 MP2 video chip. The solution is budgetary, but generally sufficient for the job. In the interface, there are no noticeable problems with the speed of operation, as well as delays in the operation of applications.

The smartphone can run demanding 3D games, but it is not suitable as an affordable gaming solution due to its small screen. Demanding games like Asphalt 8 and Modern Combat 5, surprisingly, run smoothly, but at the lowest graphics settings. Even on a small screen in games, pixels are visible; straight lines have turned into a ladder.

Memory

The amount of internal memory is 8 GB, of which slightly less than 4 GB is available to the user. This volume is quite enough to install regular applications. Interestingly, you can install a MicroSD with a capacity of up to 128 GB in the memory card slot: as a rule, this is not yet found in public sector phones. Thanks to this feature, the Samsung Galaxy J1 mini is an excellent candidate for replacing an MP3 player and voice recorder. After all, this volume is more than enough to store a substantial collection of music tracks.

But with RAM it’s not all fun. Its volume is only 768 MB, while the generally accepted standard in modern budget devices is 1 GB of RAM.

Battery

The battery in this smartphone is modest: only 1500 mAh. But given the specifics of such devices, they are usually not used for gaming, watching movies and surfing the Internet. Therefore, energy consumption is more gentle. The classic scenario for using such a smartphone is calls, SMS, occasionally social media, listening to music from time to time, a calculator and an alarm clock as needed. In this mode, it will calmly last one day, perhaps up to two days. It all depends on the intensity of use.

Also, the situation is partially saved by the “Maximum Energy Saving Mode”. When activated, it automatically reduces the brightness of the screen backlight, optimizing performance running applications, and restricts their access to the network in sleep mode.

Camera

The smartphone has 2 cameras, but here they are most likely for show. The main one completely lacks such basic features as autofocus and flash. For its level, it shoots tolerably well in daylight, but without autofocus it’s very difficult to get a more or less clear shot of text. The camera has settings, and they are most likely just for show. Having selected the “Sport” mode, the main camera took this picture:

Click on the photo for full size

And below is a photo without the “Sport” mode. There isn't much difference.

Well, here’s a close-up shot with the main camera, in sufficient lighting:

The maximum video recording resolution is HD (1280 x 720), recorded at a frequency of 30 frames/s.

The 0.3 MP front camera is even worse, but it’s ok for video calls.

Take a photo on the front camera:

Display

The display diagonal is only 4 inches. This has been a rarity lately, and buyers may and would like to purchase a modern, compact device for calls and work, but the choice is small. With a modest diagonal, the resolution is 480 x 800 pixels, but this device doesn’t need more. The pixel density is 240 ppi, which is very low. Individual pixels can be seen. if you look closely.

The display itself is the most budget-friendly and is made using TFT technology. Viewing angles are small, so if you look not at a right angle, but even slightly to the side, the colors will become very dark.

The brightness reserve is enough for comfortable use indoors, as well as in places where direct sunlight does not reach.

Network communications

The smartphone is dual-SIM, both slots are designed for Micro-SIM cards. One SIM can work in 2G networks, the second - in 3G. Wi-Fi and Bluetooth modules are present, the device can be used as a pocket portable access point. Navigation is supported by GPS and GLONASS.

The manufacturer saved on the proximity sensor, but there is software solution, which blocks the screen during a call (the screen remains lit during a call). To unlock the screen during a call, you need to tap it twice. You can accidentally use your ear or cheek to unlock and open the notification curtain, turn on Bluetooth or other functions. This is in theory and according to reviews on the network, in practice it was not possible to unlock the screen with the ear.

Sound

The main audio speaker hole is located on the back panel near the camera. The maximum volume reserve is enough to hear a call in a not particularly noisy place. There are no complaints about the quality and volume of the sound of the conversational speaker.

operating system

The OS is Android 5.1 Lollipop. The system is not overloaded with unnecessary elements, the shell is quite simple, so it does not slow down. There are no plans to update to Android 6, but Android version 5.1 is sufficient for this device, and even more. earlier versions Wasps would be enough.

Pros and cons of Samsung Galaxy J1 mini

Pros:

• compact size due to small display;
• support for flash drives up to 128 GB;

Minuses:

• low screen quality;
• the camera does not have a flash or autofocus;

Our review of the Samsung Galaxy J1 mini SM-J105H

The smartphone may be of interest to those who do not need a camera, high performance and at the same time the need for conversations on the phone without using a headset. Considering the price, the Samsung Galaxy J1 mini absolutely cannot compete with other devices of the lowest price segment, with the same characteristics. Yes, it is cheaper than all other smartphones from this manufacturer, but more expensive than its competitors. So Samsung, in this device, hope for the brand and for now the lack of a large number of fresh compact smartphones on the market.

This device is good for:

• using instant messengers if the user has small fingers and will accurately hit the letters;
• for people who fundamentally like compact smartphones and this is the main criterion when choosing;
• for a child whose first smartphone;
• for a music lover who is not picky about sound quality. You can install a 128 GB card on the device, which can accommodate many tracks.

It’s safe to say that everything in this smartphone is budget, but it works well and without any slowdowns.

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