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Samsung Galaxy Mini review

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7.8/10
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The Samsung Galaxy Mini currently has an Informr score of 7.8 out of 10. This score is based on our evaluation of 4 sources including reviews from users and the web's most trusted critics.

The Galaxy range has worked wonders for Samsung's credentials as a top mobile manufacturer and this scaled-down edition called the Galaxy Mini is in keeping with this great family of phones in terms of hardware and usability.

Android 2.2 is onboard and is features a compact but functional 3.14 inch touchscreen display.

While onboard storage is minimal you can add plenty more via a microSD memory card and with a durable exterior design it will take knocks without falling to pieces.


Android
Operating system
Operating system
Android
600 MHz
Processor
Processor
600 MHz
3.14"
Screen Size
Screen Size
3.14"
3+ MP
Camera
Camera
3+ MP
1200 mAh
Battery


What the Critics Are Saying...


GSMArena
GSMArena

The Galaxy Mini was not made to impress. It was made to serve and be simple to use. It’s a solid little smartphone that has all the important ingredients.

- GSMArena Team, GSMArena
Know Your Mobile
Know Your Mobile

The Samsung Galaxy Mini is one of the latest handsets in the Galaxy range and follows in the footsteps of its older siblings by running on Google's famed Android operating system. The Galaxy Mini runs version 2.2, known as Froyo, but is upgradeable to 2.3, known as Gingerbread, and will give you acc...

- admin, Know Your Mobile
Mobile88
Mobile88

Make no mistake; most of the downsides of this device have to do with it being scaled down from its more expensive counterparts. Given its low price point of an estimated RM 700, there is nothing really worth complaining about. The Samsung Galaxy Mini S5770 is a feature-packed device for the masses,...

- Mobile88 Team, Mobile88
PhoneArena
PhoneArena

In a nutshell, the GALAXY mini is what it claims to be – a small and affordable handset with no groundbreaking functionality. At its current price of around $230 off contract, we are willing to forgive some of its flaws – the lack of Flash support, even the below average camera performance, but it's...

- PhoneArena Team, PhoneArena


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Samsung backs up the Galaxy Mini with a 1 Year parts & labour warranty.


If your Galaxy Mini has problems and is still within its warranty period, you could contact Samsung support or the retailer you purchased the phone from. You'll find Samsung's contact information here. If your phone is off warranty and needs repair for a physical problem such as a broken screen or bad battery, you should visit an authorized service centre or a local phone repair shop. You can also connect with others in The Informr Community Forum to find and share answers to questions.




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Screen Size
3.14"

The Samsung Galaxy Mini's screen size is 3.14 inches with 240 x 320 pixels resolution.

Processor
600 MHz

There is a 600 MHz processor (CPU).

OS

The phone runs on the Android 2.2 Froyo operating system (OS).

Camera
3+ MP

You can take photos with the phone's onboard 3+ MP camera.

There's no secondary front camera.

Storage
160 MB

Internal memory is 160 MB. An external, MicroSD, MicroSDHC (up to 32 GB) expansion slot is available for increased storage capacity.

Battery
1200mAh

The phone is powered by a Lithium-Ion (Li-Ion), 1200 mAh battery. Samsung's performance ratings are 576 minutes.

Galaxy Mini Specs

Overview
Release Date March 25, 2011
Regions Available USA, United Kingdom
Operating System Android 2.2 Froyo

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Processor 600 MHz
Internal Storage 160 MB
RAM 384 MB
Hearing Aid Compatible Yes
TTY/TDD No
Noise Cancellation No
SAR Head: 1.03 W/kg
Body: 0.44 W/kg
Manufacturer Warranty 1 Year
Accessories Included AC Charger, Manual, Standard Battery
Cellular
Networks
GPRS, EDGE, HSDPA 7.2
Mobile / Cellular Data
Push-to-talk (PTT) No
Wi-Fi Calling Unknown
Voice over LTE (VoLTE) Unknown
SIM card size
Yes
Dual SIM No
Connectivity
USB Micro-USB 2.0
USB OTG Support No
GPS Type A-GPS
Infrared No
Bluetooth 2.1
Bluetooth Profiles A2DP, AVRCP
Bluetooth Audio Codecs SBC
Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n
Mobile Hotspot Yes
Memory Expansion Slot Yes
Expansion Slot Info MicroSD, MicroSDHC (up to 32 GB)
NFC No
Data Tethering Compatibility Yes
Camera
Main Camera
Resolution / Aperture
3+ Megapixels
Zoom
Yes
Flash
No
Additional Rear Camera Info
Brightness control, Effects, Panorama, Smile detection, White balance
Video Recording Formats
3GP / 3GPP, 3G2 / 3GPP2, H.264 / AVC, MPEG-4, WMV
Video Recording Parameters
QVGA (320 x 240 pixels), 15 fps
Front Camera
Resolution / Aperture
Additional Front Camera Info
No
Video Recording Parameters
Display / Screen
Type Color
Technology AMOLED
Colors 65k
Resolution 240 x 320 pixels
Pixel Density Unknown
Size 3.14 inches
Secondary Display No
Sensors Proximity, Digital Compass
Multi-Touch Yes
Fingerprint-Resistant Coating No
Additional Display Features Capacitive touch screen
Power & Battery
Battery Type Lithium-Ion (Li-Ion)
Battery Capacity 1200 mAh
Removable Battery Yes
Wireless Charging
Fast Charging No
Video Playback Time Unknown
Internet Use (Wi-Fi) Unknown
Internet Use (Cellular) Unknown
Talk Time Up to 576 minutes
Standby Time Up to 24 days
Mixed Usage
Physical Characteristics
Design Type Bar
Material Plastic
Colors Black
Dimensions [H x W x D] 11 x 6 x 1.2 cm (4.3 x 2.4 x 0.5 in)
Weight 109 grams
Water Resistant / Waterproof Unknown
Rugged design No
IP Rating No
Headset Jack 3.5mm
External Speakers No
Input / Navigation
Sleep / Wake Key No
Home Key Yes
Input / Keyboard Type Touchscreen
Navigation Type Touchscreen
External Volume Control Yes
Fingerprint Sensor No
More
Additional Information Messaging: SMS, MMS, Google Talk
Multi-Use Smart Phone / PDA: Yes
Graphics: Screensavers
Backlit Illumination: Yes
Predictive Text Entry: Yes
Voicemail Key: Yes
Voice Commands: Yes
Keypad/Screen Lock: Yes
Multiple Numbers Per Contact: Email address, Other fields
Contact Groups: Yes
Voice Activated Dialing: Yes
Photo Caller ID: Yes
Web Browser: Yes
Email Client: Yes
Email Protocols: POP3, SMTP
PC Synchronization: OTA
Audio Formats: AAC, AAC+, AMR, eAAC+, MIDI, MP3, WAV
Video Playback Formats: 3G2 / 3GPP2, H.264 / AVC, MPEG-4, WMV
Streaming Video: Yes
Custom Ringtones: No
Vibration Alert: Yes
Downloadable Ringtones: Yes
Ringer ID: Yes
Speakerphone: Yes
Data Tethering: Yes
Mobile Hotspot: Yes
Radio: Yes (FM/RDS)
Viewable document types: XLS, RTF, PPT, JPG, GIF, DOC, PDF, TXT
Games: Downloadable
Apps: Downloadable, Pre-installed
Included Software / Apps: -
To-Do / Task List, Calendar, World Clock, Alarm, Calculator, Weather, Maps, NotePad, Voice Memos / Recorder

Other Names (AKA): Samsung S5570
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