Smartphone Nokia 2 Dual sim - advantages and disadvantages

Mankind can no longer imagine life without gadgets. The 21st century has become an era of real technological progress. The Internet, video communication, the ability to call anywhere in the world - all this has become commonplace. Cell phone manufacturers are still fighting for the title of the best, and new companies are emerging trying to achieve fame, despite the success of world leaders. One of these giants can be called Nokia. The timeless classic is still ready to surprise its fans in 2018.

About selection criteria

Choosing a smartphone in our time has become a difficult task, because the market is filled with a huge number of flagships. New devices come out almost every day, giving no chance to keep track of the assortment.On the Internet, it is easy to find a bunch of ratings of the "TOP 10 best devices for an advanced user", but not all people are eager to purchase the most sophisticated and popular model. The family of budget phones remains in the shadows, as they cannot boast of the best hardware or mind-blowing design.

However, there is a demand, and it is quite high, because reliability and quality are always relevant, especially if all this is offered to be purchased at a low price. The selection criteria for each user is certainly individual, but the standard minimum set of requirements is approximately the same: reliable, ergonomic, with good communication quality and fast Internet.

The dream of a device with optimal performance at a modest price tag is quite feasible thanks to Nokia, which has long established itself as an honest manufacturer, ready to listen to users' opinions on the main question: "What should be the ideal mobile phone?".

Special thanks to them can be expressed for their willingness to create budget segment products that are not much inferior to top models in terms of functionality and build quality.

A convenient and understandable interface, attention to detail and provision of all needs make the products of the Finnish company competitive and, of course, worthy of the attention of the most fastidious user.

If you are looking for a budget and practical smartphone, take a closer look at the new Nokia 2 Dual sim, announced on October 31, 2017. This is, perhaps, the most significant product in the budget line, which managed to win the hearts of many owners. In this article, we will try to honestly and without embellishment answer any questions that may arise when choosing this smartphone. It can become an ideal companion and friend, so below are the pros and cons that will introduce you closer to the device.

Although the smartphone cannot boast of a hardware characteristic, it is ideal in terms of price / quality and has already received good reviews as one of the leaders in the budget segment. The Nokia 2 boasts a large battery first and foremost, making it the perfect choice for those who are tired of living from charge to charge or carrying a portable charger with them. Ergonomic design, powerful battery, dual front speakers, bright LCD screen and all this at a very tasty price.

In fact, the model is tailored for the use of social networks and making calls, the standard minimum set of requirements for modern mobile phones. But if the ability to play the latest mobile games is important to you, then this model will disappoint you. For those who appreciate simplicity and reliability, the phone will be an excellent purchase, ready to serve for many years.

Contents of delivery

• Smartphone;
• Charger 5V/2A;
• USB cable;
• Wired stereo headset;
• Instruction.

The main characteristics of the smartphone

Appearance

Nokia 2 Dual sim has a fairly compact size, the parameters of the device are 143.5 × 71.3 × 9.3 mm and weighs 161 grams. The smartphone lies well in the hand, does not slip thanks to the shock-resistant matte cover. The glass is recessed into the polycarbonate body, which makes the phone monolithic and ergonomic.

Thanks to the polycarbonate coating and aluminum frame, the device looks expensive and stylish, which budget models made exclusively of plastic cannot always boast of. The smartphone undoubtedly looks more prestigious and solid compared to its budget brothers. It is not a shame to present it as a gift or show it to friends.

Indeed, it is hard to believe that we have a modest state employee. The materials are chosen perfectly, creating the look of an expensive and advanced device.

The on / off key is located on the side on the right, there is also a paired volume rocker. At the bottom is a microUSB connector, two microphones are located on the bottom and top ends, and there is also a classic 3.5 mm headphone jack on top.

The model has two slots for nanoSIM cards located under the cover, there is also a separate slot for microSD.

Screen

Screen - 5 inches, Corning Gorilla Glass 3, LTPS (low temperature polysilicon technology), 1280 × 720 pixels, 16: 9, 294 ppi, there is automatic brightness control.

We should pay tribute to Nokia, despite belonging to a budget family, the phone is equipped with a decent oleophobic coating that guarantees the absence of fingerprints, plus everything it is equipped with Corning Gorilla Glass 3, which has proven its strength more than once, such glass will definitely not let you down and is guaranteed not to crack on impact with a hard surface.

The quality of the screen adequately withstands the test of daylight, in automatic mode, the backlight level will adjust to the lighting, which will make it possible to read during the day.

In 2018, a five-inch screen may not seem like much, but it all depends on individual preferences, and may even be a plus for many. In general, the LCD screen is bright, so even the modest size of the device will not interfere with video enjoyment.

Battery

It is worth talking about the battery separately, because its parameters distinguish Nokia 2 DS from its counterparts. It is difficult to find a device at a price of 8 thousand rubles, while being able to hold a charge better than the top flagships.

Built-in Li-Ion with a capacity of 4100 mAh allows the phone to stay "alive" for a long time. Full battery charge time is 4-4.5 hours. Fast charging as well as wireless, unfortunately, are not supported.

8 hours is the average life of the device when watching video at maximum brightness. With an average brightness and using the device to make calls, use the Internet, communicate in instant messengers / social networks, it will last for a couple of days. If the smartphone is used mainly for calls, and web pages are rarely viewed, the battery life increases to 4-5 days, which is an excellent indicator.

It is safe to say that the phone will be an ideal assistant for those who use it for business purposes. No need to be nervous and afraid of a sudden shutdown, it will work as long as you need - this makes Nokia 2 DS the perfect companion for a modern person who values ​​​​his time.

Chipset

Snapdragon 212 chipset, 4 Cortex-A7 cores with a frequency of up to 1.3 GHz, Adreno 304 GPU. As mentioned above, the smartphone is not suitable for gamers and those who like to kill time in the next mobile gaming novelty. A small amount of RAM (1GB) will not be able to support most games, as well as a number of some applications. Built-in memory (8GB) will be enough if you do not overload the device with a large number of applications. It all depends on the user's needs and preferences.

The chipset and graphics processor have modest specifications, far from those of many modern smartphones, but they are quite understandable for the price of the device. Note that Qualcomm Snapdragon 212 provides fast and almost uninterrupted operation, provided that you use standard applications installed on the device. Qualcomm has received many positive reviews, the model focused on the average volume of tasks makes it possible to move between programs without problems.

cameras

The phone is equipped with a front camera with a resolution of 5 megapixels, you should not expect a special quality, although the color reproduction is surprisingly good. The main camera also does not have high performance, having 8 megapixels. Rear flash, autofocus work flawlessly. There are no complaints about shooting in the dark either, Nokia 2 DS withstands the test in any light.

Both cameras regularly perform their tasks and have a simple and intuitive interface. The video is recorded in HD, which is the highest quality.

By the way, the captured photos can be stored in Google's unlimited cloud storage, which saves the user from worrying about the lack of memory on the card.

Below is an example photo taken with 2 Dual Sim. It can be seen that the photo is clear, bright and detailed.

And here is an example frame from the video:

Software

The phone is equipped with Android Nougat 7.1.1 (a "clean" version that uses the battery more sparingly) and has standard Google applications. Updates come regularly, so do not worry about the security of your device. The operating system is intuitive to the user and will not cause any particular difficulties when working with a smartphone.

The familiar Chrome browser, Google Calendar - for scheduling your schedule, Play Music - for your music collection, Gmail - for exchanging mail with work colleagues or friends - all applications are simple and understandable to everyone, however, they can always be replaced with alternative ones using Play store. If you need help, Google Assistant will always help you, all you have to do is say “OK Google”.

Connection

The phone is equipped with Wi-Fi 802.11n interface, Bluetooth 4.1. GPS is working properly.

Nokia 2 Dual Sim meets all communication standards according to 2018, supporting GSM 900/1800/1900, 3G, 4G LTE, LTE-A Cat. 4, VoLTE. Making calls will not cause difficulties, user reviews confirm that the connection is fast, there are no complaints about the quality. You can trust the device and not be afraid of interrupting an important call.

Sound

The headphones supplied in the kit will not suit sophisticated music lovers, but ordinary users will do. Sound without crackles and noises, headphones cope with their task. Supports all popular audio formats (MP3, AAC, WAV, WMA). There is also an important FM radio for many.

Two front speakers do a good job of creating stereo sound, the volume is easily adjustable, the dynamic range of the sound is quite wide, so listening to your favorite music will leave only positive impressions.

General impressions

The device undoubtedly has many advantages and it may become a bestseller in the near future. It is competitive and meets all the requirements for mobile phones in 2018.

The popularity of the device is undoubtedly justified and understandable, it combines all the qualities that distinguish Nokia from others and make it one of the leading leaders in the cell phone industry.

• Low price;
• Design;
• Long battery life.

• Does not support modern games;
• Weak camera;
• Small RAM.

Nokia, of course, managed to make a device that managed to find its target audience. Despite the disadvantages, they are entirely due to the low price and do not prevent the 2 Dual Sim model from being the leader among mid-range phones. It will be an ideal first phone, it will be a good gift for a child or for an adult who has not previously used such devices. An intuitive operating system will make it an indispensable friend even for a person far from information technology. Support for two SIM cards will be a definite plus for many people, especially if the phone is used as both personal and business.