Samsung Galaxy J2 Prime specs

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By Rilwan Abdullahi

Samsung Galaxy J2 Prime Duos Specs, Review and Price

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  • Design, Built Quality 8 / 10
  • Display Quality 8 / 10
  • Camera Quality 8 / 10
  • Audio & Multimedia 9 / 10
  • OS and Usability 8 / 10
  • Battery Performance 9 / 10

Full Specifications

NETWORK

Technology GSM / HSPA / LTE
2G Network Bands GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900 – SIM 1 & SIM 2 (dual-SIM model only)
3G Network Bands HSDPA 850 / 900 / 1900 / 2100 – G532F, G532G
HSDPA 850 / 900 / 1700(AWS) / 1900 / 2100 – G532M
4G Network Bands LTE band 1(2100), 3(1800), 5(850), 7(2600), 8(900), 20(800) – G532F
LTE band 1(2100), 2(1900), 3(1800), 4(1700/2100), 5(850), 7(2600), 8(900), 17(700), 28(700) – G532M
LTE band 1(2100), 3(1800), 5(850), 7(2600), 8(900), 28(700), 38(2600), 40(2300) – G532G
Speed HSPA 42.2/5.76 Mbps, LTE Cat4 150/50 Mbps
GPRS <strong>GPRS</strong> (General Packet Radio Service) is a packet oriented mobile data service on the 2G and 3G cellular communication system’s global system for mobile communications (GSM), Generally, GPRS is used for the purpose of wireless data transfer, such as sharing pictures and videos or browsing the Internet via a mobile phone connection. Yes
EDGE <strong>EDGE</strong> (Enhanced Data GSM Environment) is a wireless network technology generally considered the next step in the 2G network offers data transfer rates up to four times faster than ordinary GSM networks, Generally, EDGE is used for the purpose of wireless data transfer, such as sharing pictures and videos or browsing the Internet via a mobile phone connection. Yes

LAUNCH

Also Known As Alternative names for gadgets, as called in other markets or countries Samsung Galaxy J2 Prime Dual SIM Versions: G532F (Europe); G532M (Global Single SIM); G532M/DS (Asia, LATAM); Galaxy J2 Ace G532G (India, Taiwan, Philippines)
Announced 2016, November
Status Available. Released 2016, November

BODY

Dimensions 144.8 x 72.1 x 8.9 mm (5.70 x 2.84 x 0.35 in)
Weight 160 g (5.64 oz)
Build <strong>Build</strong> refers to the built quality of the device Plastic body
SIM <strong>SIM</strong> (Subscriber Identity Module) is a small card that contains mobile network subscriber’s account information. This allows the phone using the card to attach to a mobile network. The SIM card is most commonly associated with GSM and UMTS mobile networks. Moving a SIM card from one phone to another allows a subscriber to switch mobile phones without having to contact their mobile network carrier. SIM cards can also be used by a phone to store limited amounts of data, such as phone numbers and text messages. Dual SIM (Micro-SIM, dual stand-by)

DISPLAY

Display Type <strong>Display Technology => </strong> A number of display technologies and types used in mobile phones => TFT (Thin Film Transistor), IPS (In-Place Switching), OLED (Organic Light Emitting Diode), AMOLED (Active-Matrix Organic Light-Emitting Diode), Super AMOLED (an even advanced version of AMOLED), Resistive Touchscreen (Resistive touchscreens contain two layer of conductive material with a very small gap between them which acts as a resistance), Capacitive Touchsceen (Capacitive touchscreen technology consists of a layer of glass coated with a transparent conductor) PLS TFT capacitive touchscreen, 16M colors
Size 5.0 inches, 68.9 cm2 (~66.0% screen-to-body ratio)
Resolution 540 x 960 pixels, 16:9 ratio (~220 ppi density)
Touch Screen Yes, up to 5 fingers
Display Protection <strong>Display Protection => </strong> Gorilla Glass is a special alkali-aluminosilicate glass shield with exceptional damage resistance that helps protect mobile displays from scratches, drops, and bumps of everyday use, It is always better to go for a smartphone with Gorilla Glass for that added protection and peace of mind. Scratch Resistant Glass

PLATFORM

Operating System <strong>OS => </strong> Every computer system run on a base software called Operating System (OS). Operating System controls all basic operations of the computer (such as smartphone, PDAs, tablet computers and other handheld devices). The Operating System allows the user to install and run third party applications (apps), apps are used to add new functionality to the device. Android 6.0 (Marshmallow)
Chipset <strong>Chipset</strong> is a group of integrated circuits designed to perform one or a more dedicated functions, often with real time computing constraints, Popular smartphones are equipped with more advanced embedded chipsets that can do many different tasks depending on their programming. Mediatek MT6737T (28 nm)
CPU <strong>CPU</strong> (Central Processing Unit) mostly known as processors, CPU processes instructions in order to carry out certain functions that make your device operate properly. Processors are often described as the brain of computers, smartphones and tablets, Smartphones and tablets rely on processors to carry out their every task, Processors are an incredibly important factor in selecting any type of computing device, including your smartphone. Quad-core 1.4 GHz Cortex-A53
GPU <strong>GPU</strong> (Graphics Processing Unit) is a single-chip processor designed to rapidly manipulate and alter memory to accelerate the creation of images in a frame buffer intended for output to a display, This includes things such as lighting effects, object transformations, and 3D motion. Mali-T720MP2

MEMORY

RAM (Memory) <strong>RAM</strong> (Random Access Memory) is a type of computer memory that can be accessed randomly, any byte of memory can be accessed without touching the preceding bytes that allows information to be stored and accessed quickly from random locations. RAM is the most common type of memory found in computer systems, smartphones, tablets and other electronic devices. 1.5 GB
Storage Capacity 8 GB
Card Slot <strong>Memory Card Slot</strong> is a special slot for inserting a memory card. Memory cards allow you to expand the phone’s built-in memory, A memory card (sometimes called a flash memory card or a storage card) is a small storage medium used to store data such as text, pictures, audio, and video, for use on small, portable or remote computing devices such as mobile phones, mp3 players, digital cameras. Yes, up to 32 GB via microSD card
Phonebook Practically Unlimited
Call Record Practically Unlimited

MAIN CAMERA

Camera Type Single Lens
Camera Sensor(s) 8-megapixel main camera
Camera Features Autofocus
Face detection
F/2.2 aperture
LED Flash
Video Resolution 1080p@30fps
LED Flash <strong>Flash Light => </strong> There is commonly two types of flash lights are used in camera mobile phones, LED Flash (LED flash offers lower power consumption with drive circuitry that takes up very little room, LEDs can be strobed faster than any other light source), Xenon Flash (xenon flash produces an extremely intense full-spectrum white light for a very short duration) Yes, Single LED

SELFIE CAMERA

Camera Type Single Lens
Camera Sensor(s) 5-megapixel
Video Resolution 480p
LED Flash <strong>Flash Light => </strong> There is commonly two types of flash lights are used in camera mobile phones, LED Flash (LED flash offers lower power consumption with drive circuitry that takes up very little room, LEDs can be strobed faster than any other light source), Xenon Flash (xenon flash produces an extremely intense full-spectrum white light for a very short duration) Yes, Single LED

SOUND

Loudspeaker Yes
Speaker Location Placed at the back
Audio Jack Type Yes, 3.5mm audio jack
Sound Enhancements Yes
– Active noise cancellation with dedicated mic

CONNECTIVITY

USB Micro USB 2.0
Bluetooth <strong>Bluetooth</strong> is a wireless communications technology for exchanging data between mobile phones, headsets, computers and other network devices over short distances without wires, Bluetooth technology was primarily designed to support simple wireless networking of personal consumer devices. Bluetooth 4.0
Wi-fi <strong>Wi-Fi</strong> is a popular wireless networking technology using radio waves to provide high-speed network connections that allows devices to communicate without cords or cables, Wi-Fi is increasingly becoming the preferred mode of internet connectivity all over the world. Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, Wi-Fi Direct, hotspot
NFC <strong>NFC</strong> (Near field communication) is a set of standards for smartphones and similar devices to establish peer-to-peer radio communications with each other by touching them together or bringing them into proximity, usually no more than a few inches.
GPS <strong>GPS</strong> The Global Positioning System is a satellite-based radio navigation system, GPS permits users to determine their position, velocity and the time 24 hours a day, in all weather, anywhere in the world, In order to locate your position, your device or GPS receiver must have a clear view of the sky. Yes
FM Radio Yes

BATTERY

Battery Capacity Removable Li-Ion 2600 mAh battery
Fast Charging No
Wireless Charging <strong> /strong>Wireless Charging (Inductive Charging) is a method of transferring energy between two objects using an electromagnetic field. A charging station is frequently used for this. Energy is transferred to an electrical device via an inductive connection, which can subsequently use it to charge batteries or power the gadget. No
Talk Time <strong>Talk Time</strong> is the longest time that a single battery charge will last when you are constantly talking on the phone under perfect conditions, Ambient temperature and highly dependent on the cellular network environment such as the distance to the closest cell network tower. Up to 22 hours
Stand-by Up to 500 hours
Music Play Up to 25 hours

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OTHER FEATURES

Sensors Sensors are electronic components that detect and respond to various types of input from the physical environment. Light, heat, motion, moisture, pressure, and location are examples of specialized inputs. The output is typically a signal that is transformed for use in computing systems. A location sensor, such as a GPS receiver, can identify your electronic device’s present location. Accelerometer, proximity
Colors Black, Gold, Silver, Pink
Java Support <strong> Java/strong> for Mobile Devices is a set of technologies that enable developers to offer applications and services to a wide range of mobile devices, from low-cost feature phones to the most advanced smartphones. Java is now installed on over 3 billion phones worldwide, and the number is growing. It has unequaled distribution and monetization potential for mobile applications. No
Messages SMS(threaded view), MMS, Email, Push Email, IM
Games Yes, Downloadable from Google Play store
Additional Features – WMV/RV/MP4/3GP player
– MP3/WMA/WAV /RA/AAC/M4A player
– Document editor (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, PDF)
– Push to talk
– Voice command/dial
– Organizer