Cell phones have long and firmly entered our lives and have become not only a means of communication, but also an integral part of the image, a constant companion of every day. And although earlier models with good functionality were prohibitively expensive, today almost anyone can afford a new-fashioned gadget.
The Keneksi Fire 2 smartphone from Chinese manufacturers is another confirmation of this. The company that introduced this model was founded in Shenzhen in 2011 and entered the Russian market the same year. Today, 3.5 million people in our country, the CIS and Europe have become owners of the devices of this brand. The company has established itself mainly thanks to its new products, which have become an alternative to expensive phones. The Keneksi Fire 2 model, a review of which is the main topic of this article, played a special role in promoting the company.
Appearance
The story about the smartphone is worth starting with the words that it was released in 2013 and became the second in the “fiery” series of the brand. The prototype of the Chinese gadget was the top models of Samsung, a leader among Asian electronics manufacturers. So, in the flowing lines of Keneksi Fire 2 Black it is easy to recognize the features of the Galaxy S4, the competitor's flagship device. Speaking of color solutions: the model in question is also available in black and white.
The smartphone is made in the classic monoblock format, like all modern gadgets. The case is plastic, there are no physical control keys, there are only touch buttons at the bottom of the screen, as well as traditional lock and volume buttons on the sides. The dimensions of the phone are 7 x 13.5 cm, and the thickness is 1 cm, with a weight of 136 grams. By today's standards, this is a pretty weighty and big model. Such dimensions are justified, since the Keneksi Fire 2 has a 4.5-inch (approximately 11.5 cm) touchscreen display. The screen with an IPS-matrix and a resolution of 960 x 540 pixels is multi-touch, recognizes up to 7 clicks at a time. This display is very convenient for most modern applications and games. And the brightness and support of 16 million colors make the smartphone an ideal solution for watching movies and surfing the Internet.
The technical side of the issue
Keneksi Fire 2 runs on a 4-core MediaTek MT6582 processor, with a frequency of 1300 MHz, running the Android 4.2 operating system. 1 GB of RAM is responsible for the performance. Today these are standard parameters for a mid-range phone. The built-in memory for storing data is also of the expected size: in the device in question, it is 8 GB. It can be increased due to additional cards, microSD standard up to 32 GB is supported.
Multimedia features
Without a smartphone today, it’s handless, and it’s no secret that the entertainment functions of modern devices are often used more often than others. The multimedia filling of the Keneksi Fire 2 cell phone will delight the most demanding user. The model has two cameras: the main one, with a resolution of 8 megapixels, which allows you to take pictures of 3264 x 2448 in size, as well as the front. There is a LED flash, autofocus and the ability to record clips.
For daily needs, a smartphone may well replace the camera and camcorder. The built-in audio player supports MP3 format. For music lovers, there is also a radio operating in the FM band. The headphone jack in the model is standard - 3.5 mm. For many users, having a voice recorder can also be useful.
Means of communication
With the most impressive stuffing, the most important in the phone are the opportunities for communication with the outside world. This model supports two standards, GSM 900/1800 and WCDMA 2100, which means that it will catch the network almost everywhere. Also, it should be noted that the device has slots for two SIM cards, while in standby mode they will work simultaneously. This feature is very convenient for anyone with more than one phone number. As with any other modern gadget, there is support for high-speed data transfer according to the 3G standard. Internet is also available via Wi-Fi. The smartphone can communicate with other devices through Bluetooth and USB. Satellite navigation is provided by the built- in GPS module, and A-GPS system is also available to facilitate location search.
Device power
The smartphone is powered by a standard lithium-ion battery with a capacity of 1550 Ah. Among modern phones, this is an average. There is enough working time for talking for 9 hours. In standby mode, the device can last 250 hours. In the package, in addition to the charging cord, there are headphones and a protective flip case.
User opinions
Even the most detailed review of a modern gadget would be incomplete without the reviews of people who already have the device. The model under consideration is acquired mainly by students, most often young men, which is not surprising if you look at the dimensions of the device. There are few girls among users, but they also exist, and they buy, as a rule, a white variation of Keneksi Fire 2. Reviews of the model allow you to get a fairly objective assessment.
Among the negative qualities of the device, most often people mention a weak battery, the charge of which with active use is enough for one day. Also, quite a lot of complaints come about the slow operation of the camera, a primitive flash and autofocus errors. There are complaints of poor build quality, creaking of the back cover and difficulties with removing it. There are dissatisfied with the sound of music in the headphones and a weak navigation system, as well as for individual users, the complicated menu of the smartphone caused difficulties.
Although there are many negative points, the model has more positive ratings. Buyers report that the main advantage of Kenexi Fire 2 is its low price. To be more precise, in the summer of 2015, this device can be found on sale for 4 thousand rubles or less.
In the kit there is a plastic protective case, which is also positively noted by those who bought it. A bright display and the presence of 2 SIM cards, of course, appeal to everyone. Many are unhappy with the speed of the camera, but most still note that the resulting images are of good quality, they are colorful and clear.
Separately, it is worth listening to gamers, because it is by the work of modern mobile games that you can judge the performance of the gadget as a whole. Their scores are very high, it is noted that running applications do not slow down and play at the most comfortable level.