A large diagonal display and a powerful microprocessor are all about the LG G2 MINI D618. Strengths and weaknesses of this reduced copy of the flagship smartphone of the Korean manufacturer will be considered in this material.
Hardware platform, cameras and graphics subsystem
Smartphone LG G2 MINI D618 built on the basis of an entry-level central processor from Kualkom - MSM8226. The second name of this chip is "Snepdragon 400". This processor consists of four cores of the revision "Cortex A7". Each of them is capable of changing the clock frequency in the range from 250 MHz to a maximum of 1200 MHz. If necessary, idle computing resources are automatically turned off. The result is a fairly balanced solution, both in terms of productivity and energy efficiency.
Now the next generation of processors has appeared on the market - Snepdragon 405 based on the architecture codenamed Cortex A53. These are more productive solutions that automatically move the LG G2 MINI D618 to the segment of budget entry-level smartphones.
The main camera on the back of the device is based on an 8 megapixel matrix. There is no automatic image stabilization system. But there is autofocus and LED backlighting. The quality of the resulting pictures is pretty good. The situation with video is much better, since the videos are recorded in Full HD with the most popular resolution: 1920 pixels on the longer side and 1080 pixels on the short side. But the second camera on the front side of the gadget has a matrix of 1.3 megapixels and you can use it only for making calls in 3Zh or LTE networks. It can also be used as intended in specialized programs, for example, Skype.
The heart of the graphics system is the Adreno 305 video adapter. He cannot boast of phenomenal performance, but his computing resources will be enough to launch most software today. An ideal complement to the GPU is a display whose diagonal is an impressive 4.7 inches with a resolution of 960 pixels on the longer side and 540 pixels on the shorter one. Of course, this is not Full HD, but the image quality is acceptable, the color rendering is impeccable. The IPS matrix complements this whole picture, which makes viewing angles close to 180 degrees.
Memory
Not bad is the situation with the memory subsystem of the mid-range smartphone LG G2 MINI D618. Reviews confirm this. Random access memory has a capacity of 1 GB. But the integrated memory can be 4 or 8 GB. This information must be clarified with the seller before buying. The first option is much cheaper, but only half of the memory will be allocated to the user's needs. But in the second case, this value increases by an impressive 4 GB. If desired, you can install an external drive format "TransFlash" with the most acceptable size of 32 GB.
Body and ergonomics
Two color variants of the case are available for this smartphone model: white and black. From the standpoint of practical operation, it will be more profitable to purchase the LG D618 G2 MINI BLACK. On the black case, dirt and fingerprints are almost invisible.
Another plus is the matte surface of the back cover made of plastic (unlike the flagship model of LG G2, which has a glossy finish). The right and left edges of the device without buttons. At the bottom is a Micro-USB connector and two grids (one with a loud speaker, and the other with a conversational microphone). Above is a 3.5 mm jack for switching external speakers. Next to it is a microphone that suppresses external noise, and an infrared port is brought out . But you can adjust the volume and turn the gadget on or off using the buttons that are hidden on the back of the smartphone under the main camera and LED backlight - an original solution, but you need to get used to it.
Battery and autonomy
Good autonomy with the LG G2 MINI D618. Owner reviews suggest that on a single charge of the battery, this smartphone can stretch 2, maximum 3 days with a mediocre load. All this provides a battery with a capacity of 2440 milliamperes / hours. Given the display, whose diagonal is a solid 4.7 inches, and the positioning of the device by the manufacturer (and it takes place between the initial level and the middle segment), one can hardly expect more from such a gadget. Also an indisputable advantage of this smartphone is the battery, which in case of a malfunction can be replaced independently without contacting a service center. But when changing a SIM card or memory card, the phone will have to be turned off. The hot swap function is not provided.
Software
The “Android” of the LG G2 MINI D618 is used as the software filling. Responses of smartphone owners indicate that one of the latest versions is installed - 4.4.2. Also on this device there is a proprietary shell of LG - "Optimus". With its help, every owner of such a smart phone can easily configure its interface to fit their own needs. Among other features, you can highlight a special touch button on the front panel. With its help, a quick switch between the active and passive SIM card is carried out. Again, a practical solution to which you will need to get used to it for the first time, as well as to the volume swings and the power button.
Communications
A fairly extensive set of communications in the LG G2 MINI D618. Among the wireless interfaces are:
- Fast Wi-Fi with a small range (maximum 10 meters), which allows you to transfer data at speeds up to 150 megabits per second.
- “Bluetooth” with a similar coverage radius and lower information transfer rate. An ideal solution for those cases when you need to transfer small files to another from one smartphone.
- The infrared port is mainly used when controlling a TV, like a remote control.
- The GPS transmitter allows you to accurately and quickly determine your location in an unfamiliar area.
- The smartphone can work both with networks of the 2nd generation and the third. In the latter case, data is transmitted at a speed of several megabits per second, and you can even make video calls.
Among the wired data transfer methods, 3.5 mm for acoustics and Micro-USB can be distinguished. The last of them performs two functions at once: it charges the battery and exchanges data with the PC.
Reviews
According to the owners, the harmonious and balanced phone is the LG G2 MINI D618. It has no shortcomings and there are a number of advantages. Some points (the location of the control buttons and switching the SIM card), as users say, require getting used to. But there is nothing to worry about.
This is where you can finish the small review of the LG D618 G2 MINI. This is a great device with excellent technical specifications and a modest price. The right choice for those who pick up a relatively inexpensive smart phone with all the necessary options.