Ace S5830 is a real bestseller, a real hit of the company's sales! It is included in the Galaxy product line, as you might have guessed from the name of the model, and also falls in the range of up to ten thousand rubles at a price. Ace S5830 differs from its predecessors (and these are Fit and Gio) in that it has a fairly high-quality camera with a resolution of 5 megapixels, as well as a 3.5-inch touch screen. By the way, the camera is equipped with an LED flash, which allows you to take very good pictures in low light conditions.
Introduction
In December 2011, long past, a device under the I index began to be delivered to the smartphone market. This is the S5830, or rather, its modification. What are the differences between these two models? The device with index I has a slightly different graphics accelerator, and there is also another processor operating at a frequency of 832 megahertz.
Equipment
The delivery set of the device includes, in addition to itself, the Samsung S5830 Galaxy Ace Black battery, as well as a charger. The user is also given the opportunity to synchronize the smartphone with personal computer or laptop using a MicroUSB to USB cable. This cable is included with the device. Well, the set is completed by a 2 GB MicroSD memory card. It may or may not come with the phone. It all depends on the country in which the device is purchased.
Dimensions
samsung galaxy Ace S5830 is the most that neither is a real candy bar. Its dimensions in all three planes are 112.4 by 59.9 by 11.5 millimeters. The weight of the smartphone is 113 grams.
Appearance
Samsung Galaxy Ace S5830 is similar to the device called S II. So to say, outwardly it is just a reduced copy of the corresponding phone. The control elements are still located, supplemented by a rectangular button, the device body has the same geometry.
Production material
The body of the smartphone is made of ordinary plastic. The back panel is painted black, the cover is not smooth, but embossed. A practical solution, given the fact that the relief helps to avoid scratches and mechanical damage. At the same time, the lid will still rub off, and fingerprints on black plastic are much more noticeable than on white. Otherwise, we note that a chrome edging runs along the perimeter of the phone. The plastic it's made from samsung phone S5830 Galaxy Ace (firmware is available on the official website of the company) is glossy.
Build quality
It can please people who have made their choice in favor of this device. Smartphone specialists repeatedly conducted tests that revealed the excellent build quality of the device. The device did not reveal backlashes or squeaks during long-term operation. Not even the most ordinary crunch appeared. At the same time, the screen of the device is not protected by additional glass or plastic. That is why scratching it will not be so difficult.
Reliability and convenience
Such a small mass made it possible to successfully use the device. The Samsung Galaxy Ace S5830 phone, the price of which is about nine thousand rubles, lies in the hand, very reliably. This is achieved, among other things, due to the ergonomic design, which is complemented by a perforated back panel. It is convenient to transport the phone in any pocket, be it jeans, a jacket or an ordinary shirt.
Front Panel
It is located here. It is located in the upper part of the front side. Not far from him, to the side, perched a conversational speaker. Its volume is average, sometimes in a conversation is not enough. There is no necessary margin, for which you can automatically put a minus. Yes, the quality is generally on the level. You can hear the interlocutor from the other end of the wire legibly, the purity of the sound is not lame. But if you work in a high noise environment or the interlocutor has problems with the microphone (and maybe he speaks quietly himself), then this will be a serious problem.
Under the screen, there are touch keys that will allow us to get to the main menu, as well as go back one item. There is a backlight. It is not regulated. Illumination color - white. It is not visible in the light, although in low light conditions it becomes an obvious advantage of the device. Between the elements of the transition to the menu and the item back there is a key with which we can move to the desktop of the device. This is a standard move for the creations of the South Korean manufacturer. The key is framed with chrome-plated plastic. It has a small stroke, it is squeezed quite softly. If the user presses the button for a few seconds, a menu will open. In it we can see which applications are currently running on the phone.
Left side
Here is a thin key that allows us to adjust the volume level in the device. With its help, we can change the sound mode, as well as control the volume in the multimedia player, where we open music files and video clips. A little higher you can find a sector in which there is a strap mount. As a precaution, this cannot be overlooked.
Right side
There is a power button on this side. It is responsible for locking and unlocking the device, as well as turning it on and off. Just below the button, you can find a compartment in which the user can install a microSD memory card. This socket is covered with a special protective cap made of plastic. When the card is installed properly, you will hear a soft click.
bottom end
Upper end
There will be more choice here, after all. The composition consists of a 3.5 mm standard wired headset jack and a MicroUSB port, which simultaneously serves as a means of synchronization with a personal computer and charging.
Back panel
It has a fairly large peephole of the main camera. Nearby there is a flash that allows you to take photos of good quality in low light conditions. Well, it all ends sound speaker which is covered with a metal mesh.
Removing the cover is easy enough. To do this, simply pry it off in the area of the lower end, for a special recess. When the user removes the back cover, he will be able to find the battery of the device under it. If you also remove it, you can see the slot in which the SIM card is installed.
Conclusion and reviews of the owners
In general, the Samsung Galaxy Ace S5830 makes a fairly good impression. And this cannot be ignored. What is included in the list of the main advantages of the device? First, it's a camera. Still, five megapixels are not lying on the road. Photos are of high quality, even in low light. Well, in general, and this case is no exception.
Secondly, it was a good idea to implant software And operating system. It works quite quickly, no special slowdowns were found during numerous tests. Thirdly, the advantage is an interesting, ergonomic design. But in order to compete with the most powerful devices in the segment, this is clearly not enough. Probably, we should say a few words about the dynamics of the device, which is distinguished by the purity of the sound.
Competitors
One of the competitors of Samsung Galaxy Ace is Huawei IDEO X5. Compared to the subject of our today's review, it has a more original design, which is automatically recorded as an advantage. In addition, 512 megabytes are built into the device. random access memory, and more powerful processor provides better performance. The processor operates at a frequency of 800 megahertz. In addition, the diagonal of this device will be larger by 0.3 inches. The screen resolution of Huawei is 480 by 800 pixels. The average cost of the device is almost the same - ten thousand rubles.
Another competitor is the LG Optimus Hub. Here we have a screen of the same diagonal. The resolution will be smaller, only 320 by 480 pixels. However, there is a camera (5 megapixels). The device has a built-in 512 MB of RAM, there is a processor of the Qualcomm family. It operates at frequencies up to 800 megahertz. The price of the device falls in the range of eight to nine thousand rubles.
Finally, we will answer the question of how to update the Samsung GT S5830 Galaxy Ace. To do this, we need firmware for the device, which can be found on the official website of the company. Appropriate programs are also needed. We are, of course, talking about Kies. After all the components are assembled, we connect the phone and start the automated file replacement process. However, the user does this at his own peril and risk, do not forget about it.
By the way, in the object of our today's review of RAM, two times less RAM is installed. And this sometimes leads buyers to the idea that it is better to take another device with better technical characteristics for a similar cost. And the built-in memory for storing user data hardly exceeds 150 megabytes.
Contents of delivery:
- Telephone
- Battery
- microSD card 2 GB
- Charger
- USB cable
Positioning
From the line Samsung smartphones Galaxy under 10,000 rubles, we tested Fit (S5670) and Gio (S5660). There was a real bestseller - Ace (S5830). It differs from its predecessors with a large 3.5-inch display and a high-quality 5 MP camera with flash.
Since mid-December, sales of Galaxy Ace with the "i" index - S5830i will begin. This is a small upgrade of the S5830, which consists in installing a new 3D accelerator and processor with clock frequency 832 MHz.
Actually, this model will be discussed today.
Design, dimensions, controls
The Galaxy Ace smartphone is a classic monoblock with dimensions of 112.4 x 59.9 mm and a thickness of 11.5 mm. The weight of the device is 113 grams. Outwardly, it looks like a smaller copy of the Samsung Galaxy S II: the same body shape and layout of controls with a rectangular "Home" button. The device is made of plastic: the back cover is black, has an embossed surface, chrome-plated edge around the perimeter, the material is glossy. Assembly Samsung Ace excellent: for a long time of testing, no squeak, no backlash, no crunch appeared. The screen, most likely, is not protected by special glass (or plastic), as it can be easily scratched by sharp objects. During operation, even small abrasions appeared.
Lightweight, ergonomic design and perforated surface back cover the phone lies well in the hand. It fits perfectly in the pockets of jeans, shirts and jackets.
There is a proximity sensor on the front of the device. Next to it is a speaker. Its volume is average, there is no reserve, the interlocutor is heard legibly, but as if from afar. Below the screen are two touch keys "Back" and "Menu". Their backlight is white, not very bright, but in the light, in principle, you can see it. Between them is a mechanical rectangular “Home” button. I would add "classic" for Samsung. It is framed with chrome-plated plastic, the pressure is soft, the stroke is small. With a long hold, it brings up a menu with previously launched applications.
On the left side there is a thin, almost recessed into the body volume rocker key, a little higher there is a strap shackle. On the right is the on / off button, as well as the phone lock. Below is a compartment for installing a microSD memory card, covered with a plastic cap. The card is installed with a click.
The microphone is located on the bottom end, on the top there is a standard 3.5 mm audio jack for headphones or headset and microUSB, closed by a shutter. On the back side there is a large camera eye, an LED flash and a speaker covered with a metal mesh.
To remove the cover, it is necessary to pry it from the recess on the bottom end. The battery is located under the cover, and the SIM card is installed in the upper area (the battery will have to be removed).
Samsung Omnia W (left) and Samsung Ace:
Samsung Ace (left) and HTC Mozart:
Samsung Ace (left) and Sony Ericsson ArcS:
Display
The Samsung Galaxy Ace smartphone has one of the most large displays in the price range up to 10,000 rubles - the diagonal is 3.5". The resolution is standard - 320x480 pixels, and the density is 165 pixels per inch. up to two simultaneous touches Sensitivity is average, slightly, but loses in this parameter to Sony Ericsson Mini and Live With Walkman (located in the same price segment).
Viewing angles are small: under the slopes the picture loses contrast. The brightness is adjusted manually in the "Display" settings, since there is no light sensor in the device. There you can also select a font (after downloading it from the Market), calibrate the three-axis accelerometer (BMA222), set the screen timeout (from 30 seconds to 30 minutes), enable or disable auto-rotation of information when the phone is tilted.
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Ace has a magnetic field sensor (MS-3E), orientation sensors, linear acceleration and "approximation" sensors (TMD26711).
In general, a relatively average screen, which is inferior in color reproduction to SE Mini / Mini Pro, Neo, and even more so - Samsung wave S8500.
In the light, the screen fades slightly, the information remains readable.
Samsung Ace display from different angles:
Display comparison Samsung Galaxy Note (SuperAMOLED) (left), Sony Ericsson Arc (LED-backlit LCD), Samsung Galaxy S (SuperAMOLED), Samsung Omnia W (SuperAMOLED), HTC Mozart (S-LCD), Samsung Ace (TFT-LCD) ), Nokia 700* (CleareBlack AMOLED) (right):
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* - the brightness of the Nokia 700 display at maximum brightness is higher than in the photo. This is due to the fact that I shot in the dark, and the phone's ambient light sensor slightly dimmed the backlight of the display.
Battery
The Samsung S5830 uses a 1350 mAh lithium-ion (Li-Ion) battery. Model EB494358VU. Exactly the same is in Galaxy Fit and Gio.
The manufacturer claims that in standby mode Galaxy Ace will "live" up to 640 hours (2G) and up to 420 hours 3G network. In talk mode - up to 11 hours (2G) and up to six and a half hours in 3G-network.
From USB it charges about two and a half hours, from the network - about 1.5.
Communication options
The Galaxy Ace smartphone works in 2G (850/900/1800/1900 MHz) and 3G (900/2100 MHz) cellular networks. Chip - BCM21553.
HSDPA speed - up to 7.2 Mbps. Available Bluetooth version 2.1 (with A2DP stereo profile) for file and voice transfer. There were no problems with connecting headsets: it does not connect very quickly. There is a wireless connection Wi-Fi 802.11 b / g / n. The device can be used as an access point (Wi-Fi Hotspot). In "Settings" there is a special item. Multimedia content is transmitted via DLNA. USB 2.0 (HighSpeed) is used to “transport” files and synchronize data. When Ace is connected to a PC, it is identified as a USB flash drive or USB modem.
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Memory and memory card
The Samsung S5830 smartphone has 280 MB of RAM (usually about 180 MB free), which is enough for most tasks. However, I would like to have 512 MB, just as much of it in Sony Ericsson Mini (and others like it). About 190 MB of Flash-memory is allocated for installing applications (135 MB free). If desired, all applications are transferred to microSD, a 2 GB memory card is included in the package. Its maximum volume can be up to 32 GB.
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Camera
The model has a 5-megapixel camera module with autofocus. There is a LED single-section LED-backlight. The maximum resolution of pictures is 2560x1920 pixels, video recording (without autofocus) is at a resolution of 320x240 pixels at 30 frames per second.
The quality of the pictures is very good: the detail is high, there is no “soap” at the edges, there is practically no “noise” in low lighting conditions. Below are comparison shots on Nokia 700 (left), Samsung Ace and Samsung Omnia W (right):
During video recording, you can use the volume buttons to adjust the 2x digital "zoom", and the quality is not lost (no artifacts).
The camera is launched through the menu using a shortcut. The interface is as follows: on the left - shooting mode (single shot, smile detection, continuous, panorama), scenes (landscape, night, sports, indoor, beach, sunset, etc.), backlight (off, off and "automatic"). "), settings. On the right is the gallery, switching from photo to video.
Photo settings:
- Exposure value (-2 to +2)
- Focus mode (autofocus, macro)
- Timer
- Resolution (320x240, 1280x960, 1600x1200, 2048x1536, 2560x1920)
- ISO (auto, 100, 200 and 400)
- Metering (center-weighted, spot metering, matrix)
- Quality (normal, excellent, best)
- Adjust (contrast, saturation, sharpness)
Video mode interface: left - recording mode (normal, for MMS), backlight, settings; on the right - switching from video to photo, entering the gallery.
Video settings:
- Timer
- Resolution (176x144, 320x240)
- white balance (auto, daylight, cloudy, incandescent)
- Effects (no effects, negative, black and white, sepia)
- Video quality (normal, excellent, best)
The photo album looks familiar to Android devices.
You can get full EXIF information from a photo file:
Video Features:
- Video Codec: MPEG-4 Visual, 1540 Kbps
- Resolution: 320 x 240, 25 fps
- Audio codec: AAC, 96 kbps
- Channels: 1 channel, 48.0 kHz
Photo examples:
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Performance
The Samsung Galaxy Ace S5830i smartphone has a processor running at a clock speed of 832 MHz (minimum - 312 MHz). Unlike previous models, it uses a graphics accelerator from Broadcom - VideoCore IV HW with support for OpenGL ES-CM 1.1. It is a multimedia processor with 40nm and using CMOS technology. The main features are: the use of 20-megapixel digital cameras, Full HD video recording and playback, and 1 gigapixel 2D/3D graphics rendering. Unfortunately, in practice it is no different from the Adreno 200/205.
During testing, the device behaved quite stably: no freezes and brakes were observed.
System Information:
Navigation
The smartphone has a GPS navigator. Its functionality is the same as in most inexpensive phones. "Cold" start - about two minutes, "hot" - up to 10-15 seconds.
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Software platform
The Samsung Ace smartphone runs on android version 2.3.6. Firmware version - S5830iXXKL1, kernel version - [email protected], assembly - Gingerbread.XXKL2.
Shell and menu
The familiar TouchWIZ 3.0 shell is used: seven desktops (3 by default) with widgets, a panel with "Dialer", "Contacts", "Messages" and the entrance to the "Menu". To unlock the screen, you must press the "Menu" button or the power button of the device and then move the background image to the side. Desktops are assigned: shortcuts, folders, hot keys and various widgets. As wallpaper, static and animated screensavers are used. When you hold the mechanical button "Home" for a long time, a menu with previously launched applications appears. There is also a task manager.
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The menu is represented by 16 icons in a 4x4 grid on one screen. By clicking on the "Menu" and selecting "change" in it, the shortcuts can be moved. Including, install them in the bottom panel (“Home” cannot be replaced).
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Challenges
Standard dialer for Samsung phones. It is easy to get into contacts and call log from it. When dialing a number, a list of contacts starting with these numbers appears in the input field window. To create a contact, you must click on the "plus" in the "contacts". The following information is available for each subscriber: avatar, first and last name, phone number, email address, Google account Talk, group, ringtone, email address, organization, note, nickname, site, birthday and anniversary.
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Messages
Two types of keyboards are used for typing: "Samsung" and Swype. The phone has an accelerometer, so when you turn the smartphone on its side, the keyboard takes on a landscape look, and it is more convenient to enter text. The options include the following items:
- Add a theme
- Add text
- Delete text
- Invest
- Insert emoticon
- Cancel
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Applications
To install programs and games in the Galaxy Ace, there is an Android Market application store, and below is a list of those applications that are already loaded into the phone’s memory, mostly standard software.
Watch. The screen displays time, date and weather information. From this screen, you can switch to an album with photos, music, and set an alarm.
Calendar.
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Notes.
Internet. Regular internet browser.
Market. App Store from Google.
gmail. Mail client from Google.
Email. Mail client for various mail services.
Search
Cards. Google Maps for navigation.
Social Hub. This is a comprehensive solution that is integrated as part of the TouchWiz 3.0 shell on top of the operating system of the device. It includes mechanisms for supporting various data feed formats with a special implementation of their feed. The user gets a similarity phone book, in which you can add not only a phone number, but also data from a social network (Facebook, Twitter, MySpace), e-mail or an Internet messenger (ICQ, AOL).
YouTube. Client for viewing video from the site youtube.com.
Google Talk. Chat by Google.
Locator.
Navigation.
Addresses.
News and weather.
QuickOffice. Allows you to view MS Word, MS Excel, MS PowerPoint and PDF documents on your Android device, which can be stored both on a memory card and in emails. Supports scaling of documents when viewing, various options for sorting files.
Calculator.
Samsung Apps. App store from Samsung. Some kind of Android Market.
Dictaphone.
Task Manager. View active and downloaded applications. Allows you to clear memory and remove programs.
Web browser
Standard web browser. Surfing is much more convenient than, for example, Gio and Fit - screen size matters. Supports multi-touch - pinch zoom. In general, there were no problems: it quickly opens pages, and the interface behaves smoothly.
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Multimedia
Music player
The familiar player from Samsung is used. In the main menu, you can organize songs by artists, albums and songs. When playing a song, the album cover, player control keys, and a button for viewing the list of songs are displayed on the screen. In the settings it is possible to set the sound to 5.1 or select an equalizer. For the latter, 11 presets are available: rock, jazz, classical, dance, pop, live sound, concert hall, wide range, music clarity, bass boost and externalization.
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The sound volume of the polyphonic speaker is not high and is comparable to the volume of the Samsung Fit speaker. Reproduces cleanly, without overloads. Headphone sound quality is average for most low-end Android devices. In short, all sound parameters are almost the same as on all previous devices: Fit, Gio and Mini.
FM radio
For its operation, you need to connect headphones, they act as an antenna. The radio sensitivity is good. Operating range 85 - 108 MHz, RDS supported. Large digits of the current frequency appear on the screen, at the bottom - four cells of frequently listened to radio stations. In the settings, you can set the radio auto-off timer: from 30 minutes to 2 hours. The volume is high.
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Video player
There is no separate application. All video files are easy to find in the "Gallery". The player is simple, with support for H264/H263 codecs and MP4 and 3GP formats. The maximum resolution of videos is 640x360 pixels with a bit rate of no more than 2000 Kbps in MP4 format. There are no settings, only rewind videos and "play" / "pause".
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Conclusion
The Samsung Galaxy Ace smartphone made a good impression: photos that are not bad in detail, a high-quality speech speaker, a “nimble” interface and an excellent ergonomic design. However, Samsung S5830 has enough competitors.
One of them is Huawei IDEO X5. It has an original design, 512 MB of RAM, more modern processor Qualcomm MSM7230 clocked at 800 MHz. In addition, the screen diagonal is 3.8 inches and the resolution is 480x800 pixels. The average cost of X5 is about 10,000 rubles. I recommend.
The new LG Optimus Hub boasts a 3.5-inch diagonal display with a resolution of 320x480, a 5-megapixel camera, 512 MB of RAM, a Qulacomm MSM7227T processor with a clock speed of 800 MHz and more than an attractive price tag - 8,000 - 9,000 rubles.
Music Sony Ericsson Live With Walkman. It seems to me that one of the most interesting smartphones of the outgoing year. With an average cost of 8,500 rubles, it has a powerful Qualcomm MSM8255 GHz processor, 512 MB of RAM, a fast 5 MP camera with HD video recording, and two very loud stereo speakers. The display resolution is the same as the Ace, but the diagonal is slightly smaller - 3.2".
By the way, why not try the bada-device Samsung S8530: great screen with Super Clear LCD matrix, diagonal - 3.7 inches, resolution 480x800 pixels. No less interesting is the camera: 5 MP with autofocus, flash and HD video recording. Now it can be bought for 8,500 - 9,000 rubles.
In general, it is up to you, as always, to decide, but I would take a closer look at the Huawei X5 or the SE LWW.
Specifications:
- Class: smartphone
- Form factor: monoblock
- Body materials: plastic
- Operating system: Google Android 2.3.6
- Network: GSM/EDGE 850/900/1800/1900 MHz, UMTS/HSDPA 900/2100
- Processor: single core, 800 MHz, Qualcomm MSM7227
- RAM: 280 MB
- Storage Memory: 160 MB and 2 GB memory card
- Interfaces: Wi-Fi (b / g / n /), Bluetooth 2.1 (A2DP), microUSB connector (USB 2.0) for charging / synchronization, 3.5 mm for a headset
- Screen: capacitive, TFT-LCD 3.5 "" with a resolution of 320x480 pixels
- Camera: 5 MP with auto focus, video is recorded in QVGA
- Navigation: GPS
- Optional: accelerometer, proximity sensor, FM radio
- Battery: removable, lithium-ion (Li-Ion) 1350 mAh
- Dimensions: 112x60x11.5 mm
- Weight: 113 grams
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Design
Information about the dimensions and weight of the device, presented in different units of measurement. Used materials, suggested colors, certificates.
| Width Width information refers to the horizontal side of the device in its standard orientation during use. | 59.9 mm (millimeters) 5.99 cm (centimeters) 0.2 ft 2.36in |
| Height Height information refers to the vertical side of the device in its standard orientation during use. | 112.4 mm (millimeters) 11.24 cm (centimeters) 0.37 ft 4.43in |
| Thickness Information about the thickness of the device in different units measurements. | 11.5 mm (millimeters) 1.15 cm (centimeters) 0.04ft 0.45in |
| Weight Information about the weight of the device in different units of measurement. | 113 g (grams) 0.25 lbs 3.99oz |
| Volume Approximate volume of the device, calculated from dimensions provided by the manufacturer. Refers to devices with the shape of a rectangular parallelepiped. | 77.43 cm³ (cubic centimeters) 4.7 in³ (cubic inches) |
| Colors Information about the colors in which this device is offered for sale. | Black White |
SIM card
The SIM card is used in mobile devices to store data that certifies the authenticity of mobile service subscribers.
Mobile networks
A mobile network is a radio system that allows multiple mobile devices to communicate with each other.
Mobile technologies and data rates
Communication between devices in mobile networks is carried out through technologies that provide different data transfer rates.
Operating system
The operating system is the system software that manages and coordinates the operation of the hardware components in the device.
SoC (System on a Chip)
System on a chip (SoC) includes all the most important hardware components of a mobile device in one chip.
| SoC (System on a Chip) System on a chip (SoC) integrates various hardware components such as processor, GPU, memory, peripherals, interfaces, etc., as well as the software necessary for their operation. | Qualcomm Snapdragon S1 MSM7227-1 Turbo |
| Technological process Information about the technological process by which the chip is made. The value in nanometers measures half the distance between the elements in the processor. | 65 nm (nanometers) |
| Processor (CPU) The main function of the processor (CPU) of a mobile device is the interpretation and execution of instructions contained in software applications. | ARM11 |
| Processor bit depth The bit depth (bits) of a processor is determined by the size (in bits) of registers, address buses, and data buses. 64-bit processors have higher performance than 32-bit processors, which, in turn, are more productive than 16-bit processors. | 32 bit |
| Instruction Set Architecture Instructions are commands by which the software sets/controls the operation of the processor. Information about the instruction set (ISA) that the processor can execute. | ARMv6 |
| First level cache (L1) Cache memory is used by the processor to reduce access time to more frequently accessed data and instructions. L1 (level 1) cache is small and much faster than both system memory and other cache levels. If the processor does not find the requested data in L1, it continues to look for them in the L2 cache. With some processors, this search is performed simultaneously in L1 and L2. | 16 kB + 16 kB (kilobytes) |
| Second level cache (L2) L2 (level 2) cache is slower than L1, but in return it has a larger capacity, allowing more data to be cached. It, like L1, is much faster than system memory (RAM). If the processor does not find the requested data in L2, it continues to look for it in the L3 cache (if available) or RAM. | 256 kB (kilobytes) 0.25 MB (megabytes) |
| Number of processor cores The processor core executes program instructions. There are processors with one, two or more cores. Having more cores increases performance by allowing many instructions to be executed in parallel. | 1 |
| Processor clock speed The clock speed of a processor describes its speed in terms of cycles per second. It is measured in megahertz (MHz) or gigahertz (GHz). | 832 MHz (megahertz) |
| Graphics Processing Unit (GPU) The graphics processing unit (GPU) handles calculations for various 2D/3D graphics applications. IN mobile devices ah it is used most often by games, consumer interface, video applications, etc. | Qualcomm Adreno 200 |
| The amount of random access memory (RAM) Random access memory (RAM) is used by the operating system and all installed applications. Data stored in RAM is lost when the device is turned off or restarted. | 278.016 MB (megabytes) |
Built-in memory
Each mobile device has a built-in (non-removable) memory with a fixed amount.
Memory cards
Memory cards are used in mobile devices to increase the storage capacity for storing data.
Screen
The screen of a mobile device is characterized by its technology, resolution, pixel density, diagonal length, color depth, etc.
| Type/technology One of the main characteristics of the screen is the technology by which it is made and on which the image quality of information directly depends. | TFT |
| Diagonal For mobile devices, the screen size is expressed in terms of its diagonal length, measured in inches. | 3.5in 88.9 mm (millimeters) 8.89 cm (centimeters) |
| Width Approximate Screen Width | 1.94in 49.31 mm (millimeters) 4.93 cm (centimeters) |
| Height Approximate Screen Height | 2.91in 73.97 mm (millimeters) 7.4 cm (centimeters) |
| Aspect Ratio The ratio of the dimensions of the long side of the screen to its short side | 1.5:1 3:2 |
| Permission Screen resolution indicates the number of pixels vertically and horizontally on the screen. Higher resolution means sharper image detail. | 320 x 480 pixels |
| Pixel Density Information about the number of pixels per centimeter or inch of the screen. Higher density allows information to be shown on the screen in clearer detail. | 165 ppi (pixels per inch) 64 ppcm (pixels per centimeter) |
| Color depth Screen color depth reflects the total number of bits used for the color components in a single pixel. Information about the maximum number of colors the screen can display. | 24 bit 16777216 flowers |
| Screen area Approximate percentage of screen space on the front of the device. | 54.35% (percentage) |
| Other characteristics Information about other functions and features of the screen. | capacitive Multitouch Scratch resistance |
| Corning Gorilla Glass |
Sensors
Different sensors perform different quantitative measurements and convert physical indicators into signals that are recognized by the mobile device.
rear camera
The main camera of a mobile device is usually located on its rear panel and can be combined with one or more additional cameras.
| Svetlosila Luminosity (also known as f-stop, aperture, or f-number) is a measure of the size of a lens aperture that determines the amount of light that enters the sensor. The lower the f-number, the larger the aperture and the more light reaches the sensor. Usually, the number f is indicated, which corresponds to the maximum possible aperture of the aperture. | f/2.6 |
| Flash type The rear (rear) cameras of mobile devices mainly use LED flashes. They can be configured with one, two or more light sources and vary in shape. | LED |
| Image Resolution One of the main characteristics of cameras is resolution. It represents the number of horizontal and vertical pixels in an image. For convenience, smartphone manufacturers often list resolution in megapixels, giving an approximate number of pixels in millions. | 2592 x 1944 pixels 5.04 MP (megapixels) |
| Video Resolution Information about the maximum video resolution that the camera can record. | 640 x 480 pixels 0.31 MP (megapixels) |
| Video recording speed (frame rate) Information about the maximum recording rate (frames per second, fps) supported by the camera at maximum resolution. Some of the most basic video recording speeds are 24 fps, 25 fps, 30 fps, 60 fps. | 24 fps (frames per second) |
Audio
Information about the type of speakers and audio technologies supported by the device.
Radio
The radio of the mobile device is a built-in FM receiver.
Location determination
Information about navigation and location technologies supported by the device.
WiFi
Wi-Fi is a technology that provides wireless communication for short distance data transmission between different devices.
Bluetooth
Bluetooth is a standard for secure wireless data transfer between different types of devices over short distances.
| Version There are several versions of Bluetooth, with each subsequent one improving communication speed, coverage, making it easier to discover and connect devices. Information about the Bluetooth version of the device. | 2.1 |
| Characteristics Bluetooth uses different profiles and protocols for faster data transfer, power savings, better device discovery, and more. Some of the profiles and protocols that the device supports are shown here. | A2DP (Advanced Audio Distribution Profile) AVCTP (Audio/Video Control Transport Protocol) AVDTP (Audio/Video Distribution Transport Protocol) AVRCP (Audio/Visual Remote Control Profile) FTP (File Transfer Profile) GAVDP (Generic Audio/Video Distribution Profile) GAP (Generic Access Profile) HFP (Hands Free Profile) HSP (Headset Profile) OPP (Object Push Profile) PBAP/PAB (Phone Book Access Profile) SPP (Serial Port Protocol) SDP (Service Discovery Protocol) |
USB
USB (Universal Serial Bus) is an industry standard that allows different electronic devices to communicate.
Headphone jack
This is an audio connector, which is also called an audio jack. The most widely used standard in mobile devices is the 3.5mm headphone jack.
Connecting devices
Information about other important connection technologies supported by the device.
Browser
A web browser is a software application for accessing and viewing information on the Internet.
Video file formats/codecs
Mobile devices support various video file formats and codecs, which store and encode/decode digital video data, respectively.
Battery
Mobile device batteries differ from each other in their capacity and technology. They provide the electrical charge they need to function.
| Capacity The capacity of a battery indicates the maximum charge it can store, measured in milliamp-hours. | 1350 mAh (milliamp-hours) |
| Type The type of battery is determined by its structure and, more specifically, by the chemicals used. Exist different types batteries, with lithium-ion and lithium-ion polymer batteries most commonly used in mobile devices. | Li-Ion (Li-Ion) |
| Talk time 2G Talk time in 2G is the period of time during which the battery is completely discharged during a continuous conversation in a 2G network. | 10 hours 27 minutes 10.5 h (hours) 627 min (minutes) 0.4 days |
| 2G standby time The 2G standby time is the amount of time it takes for the battery to fully discharge when the device is in stand-by mode and connected to a 2G network. | 642 h (hours) 38520 min (minutes) 26.8 days |
| 3G talk time Talk time in 3G is the period of time during which the battery is completely discharged during a continuous conversation in a 3G network. | 6 hours 27 minutes 6.5 h (hours) 387 min (minutes) 0.3 days |
| 3G standby time The 3G standby time is the amount of time it takes for the battery to fully discharge when the device is in stand-by mode and connected to a 3G network. | 421 h (hours) 25260 min (minutes) 17.5 days |
| Characteristics Information about some additional features of the device's battery. | Removable |
Specific Absorption Rate (SAR)
SAR levels refer to the amount of electromagnetic radiation absorbed by the human body while using a mobile device.
| SAR level for head (EU) The SAR level indicates maximum amount electromagnetic radiation that the human body is exposed to when holding a mobile device next to the ear in a conversation position. In Europe, the maximum allowable SAR value for mobile devices is limited to 2 W/kg per 10 grams of human tissue. This standard has been established by CENELEC in accordance with IEC standards following the 1998 ICNIRP guidelines. | 0.84 W/kg (watt per kilogram) |
| Body SAR (EU) The SAR level indicates the maximum amount of electromagnetic radiation that the human body is exposed to when holding a mobile device at hip level. The maximum allowed SAR value for mobile devices in Europe is 2 W/kg per 10 grams of human tissue. This standard has been established by CENELEC following the 1998 ICNIRP guidelines and IEC standards. | 0.623 W/kg (watt per kilogram) |
| Head SAR (US) The SAR level indicates the maximum amount of electromagnetic radiation that the human body is exposed to when holding a mobile device near the ear. The maximum value used in the US is 1.6 W/kg per gram of human tissue. Mobile devices in the US are controlled by the CTIA and the FCC conducts tests and sets their SAR values. | 0.69 W/kg (watt per kilogram) |
| Body SAR (US) The SAR level indicates the maximum amount of electromagnetic radiation that the human body is exposed to when holding a mobile device at hip level. The highest acceptable SAR value in the US is 1.6 W/kg per gram of human tissue. This value is set by the FCC, and the CTIA controls whether mobile devices comply with this standard. | 1.31 W/kg (watt per kilogram) |
Samsung GALAXY Ace brings the concept of mobile style to a high quality new level. The thin, compact device with rounded corners is an example of the successful synthesis of elegance with technological richness. With access to the Android Market with its countless apps, your smartphone is capable of literally everything: it's a means of entertainment, and your assistant in solving almost any everyday tasks. In addition, the model includes the necessary functions for active communication in social networks. At the same time, the hardware component of the GALAXY Ace guarantees fast and uninterrupted operation of the device when performing any tasks - from browsing the web to processing data.
Stylish minimalism
The design of the GALAXY Ace is exquisitely austere and minimalist. The slim, compact all-in-one touchscreen fits comfortably in your hand, while the 3.5-inch HVGA display delivers vibrant visuals.
Entertainment without borders
With over 100,000 apps to download from the Android Market, there's no end in sight to the potential of your smartphone! Games, utilities, news and financial applications, wellness programs - the already extensive range is replenished and grows every day. GALAXY Ace can master almost anything!
Social service Social Hub
In GALAXY Ace, all entries in your phone book, chats, e-mail and social networks collected on one page. There are four ways to present information to organize and view contacts: Details, History, Activity, and Media. Choose what you like best!
SWYPE Fast Text Input Method
GALAXY Ace is equipped with innovative SWYPE technology, which, by tracking the movement of your finger from letter to letter, "guesses" what exactly you want to write. When typing, it is enough to drag your finger along the keyboard without lifting your finger, marking the desired word - the system will do the rest on its own!
Work with office documents Think Free
Create, view and edit Word documents, Excel and PowerPoint using the ThinkFree app
Superior hardware for superior performance
Equipped with a powerful 800 MHz processor and BT and Wi-Fi modules, GALAXY Ace is simply designed for comfortable Internet browsing, fast downloading of heavy multimedia files and chatting with friends. Excellent hardware component guarantees full support for multitasking. You'll like it!
Voice search
It's so convenient! You no longer need to type text to find something in the search engine. Just say a word or phrase and your smartphone will automatically search for the web pages you need according to your request.
Ace S5830, positioning it first as a mid-range device, and then as an entry-level device. Designed to raise expectations for the capabilities of budget phones, its offspring Ace 2 was also released.
Samsung Galaxy Ace S5830: model specifications
Equal in size iPhone display 4S, in other respects, the 3.5” TFT screen cannot be compared with it. This is just one of many concessions to the level installed by smartphones Apple company. While the 5-megapixel camera initially matched the sensors of more expensive phones, its video capture capabilities are limited to 640 x 480 pixels.
In terms of basic specifications, the model is equipped with a single-core 800 MHz Qualcomm MSM7227 processor. In 2013, its frequency was already significantly inferior to its average value for mid-range smartphone chipsets, equal to 1 GHz, and even dual-core novelties that were just appearing at that time, but it corresponded, for example, to Motorola Motoluxe. Cheaper than Nokia Lumia 710 with 3.7” OS AMOLED display Windows phone 7.5, Galaxy phone Ace entered a highly competitive market segment dominated by models such as the BlackBerry Curve 9300 and the Sony Ericsson Xperia Ray running Android 2.3.
Design
Many smartphones high class, following in the footsteps of the iPhone, after the release of the standard black model, it was also produced in an attractive white version. Samsung, keeping up with the general trend, killed two birds with one stone and offered a couple of interchangeable back panels, reminiscent of the days of the Nokia 3330. At the same time, completely out of line with other smartphones in terms of color, the black back panel is more pleasant to the touch than its smooth glossy white version. Brilliant cut provides better grip.
Sleek, stylish and pleasing to the eye, the phone, despite its budget plastic construction and lightweight design, is remarkably reliable and flexes slightly under load. The excellent build does not have ugly seams or unnerving spaces between components, but suffers from badly placed buttons.
Placement of three physical keys (transition to home page, volume control and power on) Samsung S5830 Galaxy Ace Reviews users are found uncomfortable. Two of them are located in places that allow them to be accidentally pressed too often. When the device is in the left hand, the thumb rests on the volume up button, and the index finger rests on the power switch. And if you hold the phone in your right hand, then the switch falls into the sphere of influence of the thumb, and the middle one constantly risks reducing the volume.
This inconvenience is more annoying than a disadvantage, because. Samsung's lack of forethought in these core design aspects often forces users to resort to an unnatural and unbalanced grip to avoid accidental clicks.
The rather chunky phone has a bulge at the top, so the manufacturer made room for a 3.5mm audio jack and a micro-USB port hidden by a plastic shutter. Helping to smooth the design and mask unsightly holes, the slider is stiff, uncomfortable and difficult to access, requiring the use of two hands.
Resistant to accidental bumps and contact with keys and coins, the relatively durable case of the Samsung S5830 Galaxy Ace is not prone to scratches during everyday use. However, the plastic finish scratches after a few months of use. It is a pity that cases are not included in the Samsung S5830 Galaxy Ace.
The large touch screen responds quickly and runs smoothly. The target audience of the model, which is novice smartphone users, will not worry about having the latest version of Android.
With a thickness of 11.5 mm, the model is 0.2 mm thicker than the flagship HTC Sensation. At 113g, it feels solid in the hand, but given that the 4.3-inch Galaxy S2 is only 2g heavier, users might expect a lighter phone.
Display
The most important component of any smartphone is its touch screen. It allows you to control the device and view media content. The 3.5” display is acceptable, although it fails to stand out from the crowd. With a resolution of 480 x 320 pixels and a density of 165 dpi, the Samsung S5830 Galaxy Ace's capacitive touchscreen is very mediocre and displays images, although distinguishable, but completely unsatisfactory and unattractive.
With minimal video playback, photo viewing, and app experience, the phone doesn't live up to the standards you'd expect from a Samsung mobile device. The display is a far cry from the vibrant AMOLED colors found in high-end and mid-range Samsung smartphones, or the 720p and 1080p HD displays of the Samsung Galaxy Nexus. Colors are muted and details are not sharp. Mostly obeying the user's commands, the device sometimes becomes unresponsive, requiring a few convincing presses to perform the desired action.
However, not everything is so gloomy. Samsung smartphone screen, joining forces with the Android OS, automatically dims when the battery reaches the lower limit of its capacity, extending the time battery life. In addition, the display is protected from scratches by Corning Gorilla Glass.
Interface
After launching the model with Android 2.2 Froyo installed, it was upgraded to Android 2.3 Gingerbread a year later. However, in the future, support for the manufacturer ceased, and the appearance of the version Jelly Bean, which had many improvements, made the model obsolete even when it was released. However, for a novice smartphone user, this is not so important - for its cost, it does the job just fine.
The model combines the operating system with Samsung's TouchWiz interface. This provides a proven and secure shell that satisfies user needs without being revolutionary or inspiring. The intuitive platform treats the user with a standard set of pre-installed Google Apps, which are easy to organize along with many widgets and shortcuts on a somewhat limited trio of desktops.
Largely due to the limited 258 MB of RAM and 800 MHz CPU, opening programs becomes a difficult task, as their launch is preceded by a slight pause. Interruptions are observed in other situations. Resuming the phone from sleep mode is sometimes slow, often requiring you to repeatedly press the button. This creates an annoying vicious circle of counteracting button presses.
Scrolling through menus and lists is also slightly slower - a smooth start is followed by abrupt stops. This slows down the user experience and also distinguishes the device from some peers and even weaker competitors.
At the bottom of the screen are 4 main applications for calls, contacts, messages and menus, which are separated from the rest of the programs above them, just like in iOS. There's also a great task manager widget that lets you save battery life by showing you which programs are currently running in the background.
In the Samsung Galaxy Ace S5830, the battery is not very durable. Standard lithium ion battery with a capacity of 1350 mAh, which, despite its low power compared to other smartphones, is able to provide the phone throughout the day.
Another useful widget is a bar at the top of the screen that allows you to quickly turn Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, GPS, and sync on or off, as well as increase the brightness of the image.
Unfortunately for users who do not like to play, the built-in games for Samsung Galaxy Ace S5830 cannot be removed. They clog memory and space on the menu screen.
From point of view telephone connection model leaves a double impression. The standard set of contacts and the call menu are easy to set up and navigate. Thanks to TouchWiz 3.0, contacts are easily integrated with accounts Facebook posts, Twitter and Google, which is a definite plus for fans of social networks. The contact history is convenient, as it shows not only received and made calls, but also messages. But the audibility of the subscriber is not very clear, and it may take several attempts to answer the call signal.
Camera
The Samsung Galaxy Ace (S5830), which was priced to fit into the mid-range when it launched in 2011, had a relatively good 5MP sensor. But gradually it ceased to meet the requirements of the market, which offered many budget models that produce high-quality images.
According to user feedback, there is no well-functioning dedicated macro mode. The camera struggles to focus when the target is too close. Attempting to photograph a close subject confuses the autofocus system and throws it out of sync, resulting in poor quality and very disappointing shots.
The attempt to remedy this situation by magnification raises a wide range of new questions. Although the phone has a 2x digital zoom, which is far from impressive, in reality this feature can only be used when shooting with reduced image quality. The upper limit of the resolution does not allow you to activate the zoom, either optical or digital.
Button quick start there is no camera app, and a tiny amount of internal memory (158MB) means you can't take photos unless you insert the 2GB memory card that came with your smartphone.
In good light conditions, the phone is capable of capturing impressive shots with a choice of single, continuous, panorama modes and a smile-activated shutter. The Samsung Galaxy Ace (S5830) has less than ideal camera performance, with the built-in LED flash often overpowering the subject, making some parts of the image too pronounced, leaving others in deep darkness. It is of little help if you need to take the perfect shot.
While the front camera is rarely used for video calling, its absence is a clear omission that is very noticeable in the mid-range smartphone market. It also deprives users of the much-needed ability to take selfies. There are various photo modes to choose from, and most of them improve image quality.
Video
According to user reviews, the phone does not meet HD standards, which are a must in today's mid-range smartphone market. Samsung Galaxy Ace (S5830), whose settings do not allow you to shoot video with a resolution of more than 640 x 480 pixels at 24 fps, is too outdated. The enjoyment of the footage on large screens will not be possible. Users are not advised to even try to do this.
The recipe for successful video shooting on the Samsung Galaxy Ace (S5830) is a cloudless sky on a sunny day. The phone's often erroneously cautious color management system is the cause of overexposed images, which give frames an unwanted, artificial yellow tint. However, a pleasant surprise is the smartphone's ability to record loud, clear sound with good directional action and isolation of unwanted background noise when shooting video. useful feature is a countdown of the remaining amount of memory, which will allow you to navigate how much space a frail two-gigabyte card will absorb shooting.
Multimedia
Although Micro-SD memory cards are a relatively cheap and easily accessible storage option, the lack of memory in the Samsung Galaxy Ace (S5830) is an annoying omission. The lack of ROM means that without a Micro-SD, you won't be able to take a single picture.
The presence of a music player and FM radio allows the smartphone to be a media center. However, due to the weak built-in speaker, this potential is not destined to be realized. Weak acoustics Samsung Galaxy Ace (S5830) reproduces little bass and produces a metallic sound that, when watching movies, is not able to support an unremarkable screen. Only the location of the speaker saves the situation. Unlike many smartphones, whose sound sources are in the most inappropriate places, significantly degrading the audio quality, the speaker is located at the back in the central part of the phone.
Video and music files are stored in separate applications (gallery and music player, respectively). This means that if you want to watch a music video after listening to the soundtrack, you will have to exit one program and enter another. The videos in the gallery are sorted by date and play only in landscape mode.
Samsung S5830 Galaxy Ace phone is not suitable for running video player. It can play various media files, but the combination of low screen resolution and lack of internal memory means you have to invest in a high-capacity Micro-SD card before thinking about a movie marathon. The user will not receive anything similar to the Galaxy S3, since the smartphone does not even have an OLED display.
Battery Life
Promising 420 min. in standby mode with 3G enabled, Samsung overestimated the 1350 mAh lithium-ion battery. According to the reviews of the owners, during testing, it loses its charge much faster than the advertised seven hours. Charging the battery takes a long time, unlike, for example, the Panasonic Eluga Power, which can reach 50% charge in just 30 minutes. Like many smartphones, the Galaxy Ace suffers from rapid battery drain. According to the owners, he is able to withstand one day if not worked for several hours in a row.
In terms of connectivity, the standard set of Wi-Fi and Bluetooth are joined by GPS capabilities, thanks to which you can use google maps and assign geolocation tags to photos. Standing out from the competition, the phone allows you to share an Internet connection via a USB cable to such devices without mobile communications like laptops. It's always nice to know that for a small amount in one case you can get satellite navigation, mobile hotspot access and Wi-Fi connection.
Advantages and disadvantages
Is the phone good? No. Already at its release, it was very mediocre and did not change for the better. The smartphone fits comfortably in the hand and has a good design. With interchangeable black and white rear panels, offers a design that will appeal to a wide range of users. The easy-to-use Samsung Galaxy Ace (S5830) "Android" does not spoil the outdated modification, and its price is simply amazing. You can buy a phone for 4.5 thousand rubles.
However, the phone wakes up sluggishly, and its low resolution TFT display lacks the vibrant colors that have become familiar in Samsung models. A smartphone equipped with a weak camera is filled with software that can turn it into a universal media center, but Hardware does not allow this, because the audio and visual capabilities fall short of expectations. The interface does not give confidence to the owner dealing with it for the first time Android device. He will be extremely disappointed, thinking that this is how all smartphones work.
Conclusion
The Samsung S5830 Galaxy Ace cannot be recommended. Even if there are those who are desperate to get some kind of inexpensive smartphone, this is still not something that can suit them. There are other, cheaper and more powerful models. The outdated smartphone software also does not speak in its favor.
The processor could not cope with the loads back in January 2011, and modern more resource-intensive applications only exacerbate the situation. The screen and pre-installed software are relics from the time when the manufacturer was just trying to enter the smartphone market.
Samsung Galaxy Ace (S5830) - an echo of the era of the first android steps, so modern software doesn't work as well on it. This is not the fault of the South Korean company. The model was supposed to leave the scene at the end of its life cycle, but for some reason its release was continued.
