Galaxy Note 2

If you ever thought that the Samsung Galaxy Note is bigger for you, then you may like the a bit smaller Samsung Galaxy Note 2 which is now 151.1 x 80.5 x 9.4mm. It is slightly smaller and thin than the previous version. This latest version of Galaxy Note follows rounded rectangular look that is similar to the Samsung Galaxy S3. This device has been designed superbly.

Galaxy Note 2 Specifications :

Samsung Galaxy Note 2 contains some of the high-end specifications, such as 8 megapixel rear camera, 1.9 megapixel front-facing camera, 16GB internal memory with microSD storage for up to 64 GB, Bluetooth 4.0, 1.6 GHz quad-core Samsung Exynos processor, a whopping 2GB RAM, 5.5-inch Super AMOLED HD display, Android 4.1 Jelly Bean, and much more. You will also love other features of this device like Quick Glance, Smart Stay, Smart Gestures, Air View and S-Pen. You will get iPhone 5 specifications here.

The screen and display of the Samsung Galaxy Note 2 is quite amazing. The screen size has been increased from 5.3 inches to 5.5. The pixel density has been reduced to some extent, but it is hardly noticed. The vivid, bright Samsung Super AMOLED display allows the colors to replicate immaculately and amazingly. It is terrific for reading ebooks, playing games and watching videos and movies. The improved version of S-Pen also helps a lot.

Most of the front part is taken by the screen. A before two hidden soft keys and a home button along with a front camera are available at the front. Around the edges there are S-Pen slot, charger port below, volume on the left, power button on the right and a headphone jack up top. On the back there is a camera of 8MP along with flash. Beneath the rear cover there is the microSD expansion slot. Behind the battery of 3,100mAh there is the microSIM slot. Apart from these there are many other good things inside such as Wifi, GPS, HSDPA, and many more.

It won’t be wrong to say that Galaxy Note 2 is a quality Android device that bridges gap between a tablet and a smartphone. Some readers have described Samsung Galaxy S3 as very plasticky and light. But it is not the case with Galaxy Note 2. The weight of the device which is 183g is enough to give the real notion of substance. The average price of the Samsung Galaxy Note 2 is about $700. You can also get this device on contract.

Samsung has replaced the Android 2.3 Gingerbread with Android 4.1 Jelly Bean. Instead of Android standard of five Samsung’s TouchWiz, UI is overlaid on top bringing seven homescreens. You will get branded apps such as S-Planner and S-Suggest along with app drawer and we browser scattered all over the homescreen. You can enjoy the benefits of having a speedier UI performance, Google Now and new Jelly Bean in the device.

Though the Samsung Galaxy Note 2 is much similar to the Samsung Galaxy S3 in terms of design, it carries some serious capabilities. It is the best device for people who want a smartphone and a tablet at the same time.