Xiaomi Redmi 2
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Critic consensus
“No groundbreaking specs, no record-breaking performance, the Redmi 2 isn't a phone to top anyone's wish-list but one that will get the job done - and even over-deliver for the asking price. It's the kind of device that easily explains Xiaomi's growing popularity outside the traditional Asian markets. Definitely worth a try, especially if you can get a hand on the 16GB version with 2GB of RAM. Although it will certainly be more expensive, the big question to ask Xiaomi isn't how much it's going to cost - but when it will be available around here.”
“The Xiaomi Redmi 2 is one of the most affordable Android phones money can buy. Previously, such extremely affordable phones would come crippled significantly and lacking in features, but at first sight the Redmi 2 does no compromises: it has a fairly sharp, 4.7” display, the ubiquitous Snapdragon 410 mid-range system chip, and an 8-megapixel camera that shows promise.However, there is a reason why this phone is not sold outside of Asia, and it’s the software. There is a lot to like about MIUI v6 that powers the Redmi 2 - its rich customization options with themes, it’s likable style and plentiful settings that you can manually tweak, and its mostly smooth operation. However, it is still a phone from China and leaves a lot of its important features to that market only: the Xiaomi account that you can register is all in Chinese, the cloud and streaming services as well, and even the Theme menu is all in Chinese. The biggest issue is that it seems that some apps just don’t run well for some reason, and those happen to be crucial apps: Facebook and the camera app crashed on us way too often.If you are willing to tinker around with it, though, or want a phone with great battery life that captures decent images, the Redmi 2 will not disappoint, and for its price it remains a good deal.”
“The Redmi 2, despite the sluggish performance of its 1 GB RAM variant, finds itself above the rest of the flock, purely thanks to quality in design and the hardware-software combination. It’s clear that Mi devices are the primary vehicles for the Mi ecosystem, which will include devices more than just smartphones or tablets. For this reason, the Redmi 2 serves as the first point of entry. At Rs. 6,999, which is 1k higher than its predecessor, the Redmi 2 manages to be a budget device that can do it all, including 4G LTE, but to “do it all without lag”, the 2 GB RAM variant needs to come to the market as soon as possible, which will make it, yet again, one of the best budget devices in the market.”
“The Xiaomi Redmi 2 replaces the Redmi 1S, one of the most popular phones of the past year, but at a higher price point. It is more polished in some ways but does not really raise the bar in terms of value for money. LTE is a huge feature, but has extremely limited relevance in India and is not something we would pay Rs. 1,000 more for at this point in time, given the choice. In that sense this phone is somewhat overshadowed by its predecessor.Nobody with a Redmi 1S should need to feel any urge to upgrade. Those who want the best possible phone at this price point would do well to consider the Motorola Moto E (2nd Gen) and Lenovo A6000, both of which offer comparable features. Ultimately, the Xiaomi Redmi 2 has the best-looking spec sheet of the trio, but the new Moto E has the advantages of its brand value and the fact that you can order one without the aggravation of flash sales.”
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What people actually want to know
When was the Xiaomi Redmi 2 released?
The Xiaomi Redmi 2 was released on January 10, 2015.
How long does the battery last on the Xiaomi Redmi 2?
The Xiaomi Redmi 2 has a 2,200 mAh battery.
Does the Xiaomi Redmi 2 have a headphone jack?
Yes, the Xiaomi Redmi 2 has a 3.5mm headphone jack.
Does the Xiaomi Redmi 2 have NFC?
No, the Xiaomi Redmi 2 does not have NFC. Contactless payments and tap-to-pair will not be available.
Where can I get support for the Xiaomi Redmi 2?
Visit Xiaomi's official support page for warranty info, repairs, and troubleshooting.
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Hi friends pls tell me anybody how to move apps from internal memory to external memory ( SD card) . I have tried but I can't get it. So pls tell me which app I have to use for that . and I am using REDMI MI 2 .