Smartphone Samsung Galaxy J1 mini Prime (2017) Black (SM-J106F) - Reviews. Samsung Galaxy J1 mini - Specifications Galaxy j1 mini mobile phone
Specifications
- Android 5.1.1
- Body colors - gold, black, white
- Display 4 inches, 480x800 pixels, TFT, no automatic brightness control
- Spreadtrum processor, 4 cores up to 1.2 GHz
- VGA front camera, 5 megapixel main camera, no autofocus
- RAM 0.75 GB, built-in memory 8 GB (4.4 GB available), microSD memory cards up to 128 GB
- Battery Li-Ion 1500 mAh, talk time up to 8 hours (3G), data transfer - 7 hours (3G), video playback up to 7 hours, music playback up to 29 hours
- microSIM, two cards, one module
- 2G / 3G
- USB 2.0, Bluetooth 4.0, 802.11 b / g / n 2.4 GHz, GPS / GLONASS
- Dimensions - 121.6x63.1x10.8 mm, weight - 123 grams
Contents of delivery
- Smartphone
- Charger with USB cable
- Warranty
Positioning
Samsung has almost completely abandoned the budget segment. Releasing the J lineup, they partially offset the lack of such devices. But in terms of price / quality ratio, these models are far from ideal, rather they are intended for those consumers who do not understand the market and at the same time want to buy a device from a major manufacturer. The fee for the brand in this case is excessive, since similar solutions from other companies cost at least 1.5-2 times less, and operator models look even more attractive. If a regular J1 uses a SuperAMOLED screen, which can become at least some distinctive feature, but is leveled by an even higher price, then in the J1 Mini there is nothing like this. This is a very, if not a very, very, budget solution for its filling and a very expensive solution based on the price. However, let's look at it carefully.
Design, dimensions, controls
The model is available in three colors - white, black and gold. Oddly enough, buyers often choose gold, apparently because of its perception by the target audience.
The dimensions of the phone are 121.6x63.1x10.8 mm, the weight is 123 grams. It is small, but a little fat, which looks unusual against the background of other models, especially since there is a small battery by modern standards. The model fits well in the hand, the build quality is excellent. These are perhaps some of the advantages of this device.
On the right side there is an on / off button, on the left side there is a volume rocker. On the top there is a 3.5 mm headphone jack, on the bottom there is a microUSB connector.
The back cover can be removed, inside is a removable battery, two slots for microSIM cards, as well as memory cards.
Display
The display is 4 inches, 480x800 pixels, TFT, there is no automatic brightness control. The screen is not very bright, it is difficult to see in the sun due to its size. This is a very low-cost solution, which, moreover, loses both to analogs in its price group, and to cheaper solutions. We can say that such screens are already perceived as outdated.
Battery
The Li-Ion 1500 mAh battery provides, according to the manufacturer, up to 7 hours of Internet use (3G or Wi-Fi), up to 8 hours of talk time, and up to 29 hours of music playback. In real conditions, the device works for a day under a very heavy load, ordinary consumers will receive about two full days. This is a good result, made possible by both the screen and the slower processor.
The device has a maximum energy saving mode, everything is turned off except for the main functions, the operating time increases. Considering that the screen is an ordinary TFT, this does not give any huge increase in operating time compared to a similar function in the company's flagships.
Processor, memory, performance
The device has 768 MB of RAM, which is very little, most budget solutions have 1 GB of memory. The Spreadtrum SC8830 chipset, four cores with a frequency of up to 1.2 GHz, is a super budget and very cheap solution. Result? None of the synthetic tests that have three-dimensional tests can be passed to the end on this device - they simply crash. Performance is low, noticeably below most budget devices.
In practice, this means that the interface is slow, jerky and not very pleasant to the eye. This is found in very inexpensive models of the last year; in modern state employees, the interface works much faster.
Memory cards can be installed up to 128 GB, but who will do that in such an inexpensive device? The main thing is that the built-in memory is 8 GB, of which a little more than 4 GB is available for your needs.
Communication capabilities
The usual and familiar set, there is synchronization with a PC (USB 2.0, KIES), Wi-Fi 802.11 b / g / n, BT 4.0, there is no NFC, but there is support for GPS / Glonass. The positioning speed is low, not because of the quality of the antenna, but rather because of the general brakes of the apparatus.
Camera
Front VGA Camera! What can I say? Nothing. The main camera has a resolution of 5 megapixels, but it does not have autofocus, which makes most of the photos blurry, it is good for capturing landscapes. You can find examples of photos and videos below.
Sample photos
In 2016, Samsung launched one of the smallest devices on the smartphone market: the 4-inch Samsung Galaxy J1 mini. In addition, the J1 mini is the cheapest smartphone from the manufacturer, with a price tag of around 80 USD at the time of writing.
This model has another name - Galaxy J1 Nxt mini, but it appears mainly in other countries. In this review, we will try to figure out what this device is.
In 2016, other devices followed, reviews of which you can find here:,,,.
Characteristics Samsung Galaxy J1 mini SM-J105H
The technical part of the smartphone is very modest by the standards of 2016.
Design
The appearance of the device is very simple, no frills. With a high probability it can be argued that the design was based on earlier budget models. There are 3 color variations available: black, white, gold. The product is made of matte plastic, the frame is made of metal, which is very pleasing and distinguishes the J 2016 series from last year. We had a gold color and the plastic had a pearlescent tint. Collapsible design, the battery can also be removed. The case is 121.6 mm high, 63.1 mm wide and 10.8 mm thick. Such a "well-fed" device, but thanks to this it lies more confidently in the hand, given the small width and height.
CPU
The device is equipped with a 4-core Spreadtrum SC8830 processor (1.2 GHz). The graphics are processed by the Mali-400 MP2 video chip. The solution is budgetary, but, in general, it is enough for work. There are no noticeable problems with the speed of work in the interface, as well as delays in the work of applications.
The smartphone can run demanding 3D games, but it is not suitable as an affordable gaming solution, due to the small screen. Demanding games like Asphalt 8 and Modern Combat 5, surprisingly, run smoothly, but at the smallest graphics settings. Even on a small screen in games, pixels are visible, straight lines have turned into a ladder.
Memory
The amount of built-in memory is 8 GB, of which a little less than 4 GB is available to the user. This volume is enough to install common applications. Interestingly, a microSD card with a capacity of up to 128 GB can be installed in the memory card slot: as a rule, this is not yet found in state employees. This feature makes the Samsung Galaxy J1 mini an excellent candidate for MP3 player and voice recorder replacement. After all, this volume is more than enough to store a solid collection of music tracks.
But with the RAM, not everything is so fun. Its volume is only 768 MB, while the generally accepted standard in modern budget devices is 1 GB of RAM. 
Battery
The battery in this smartphone is modest: only 1500 mAh. But given the specifics of such devices, they are usually not used for games, watching movies and surfing the net. Therefore, the energy consumption is more gentle. The classic scenario for using such a smartphone is making calls, SMS, occasionally social networks, listening to music from time to time, a calculator and an alarm clock as needed. In this mode, he will calmly hold out for one day, perhaps up to two days. It all depends on the intensity of use.
Also, the situation is partially saved by the "Maximum power saving mode". When activated, it automatically dims the screen backlight, optimizes running applications, and limits their access to the network in sleep mode.
Camera
The smartphone has 2 cameras, but here they are most likely for show. The main one completely lacks such basic features as autofocus and flash. As for its level in daylight, it shoots passably, but without autofocus it is very difficult to get a more or less clear picture of text. There are settings in the camera, and they are most likely for show. Having selected the "Sport" mode, the following picture was obtained on the main camera:
Click on image for full size
And below is a photo without the "Sports" mode. There isn't much difference. 
Well, a shot with the main camera close up, with sufficient lighting:
The maximum video recording resolution is HD (1280 x 720), it is recorded at a frequency of 30 frames / s.
The 0.3MP front camera is even worse, but it will do for video calls.
Will take a photo on the front camera: 
Display
The diagonal of the display is only 4 inches. Recently, this is a great rarity, and buyers may and would like to purchase a modern compact device for calls and work, but the choice is small. With a modest diagonal, the resolution is 480 x 800 pixels, but this device does not need more. The pixel density is 240 ppi, which is very low. Individual pixels can be seen. if you look closely.
The display itself is the most budgetary one and is made using TFT technology. The viewing angles are small, so if you look not at a right angle, but at least slightly tilt to the side, the colors will darken a lot.
The reserve of brightness is enough for comfortable use indoors, as well as in places where direct sunlight does not fall.
Network communications
The smartphone is two-SIM, both slots are designed for Micro-SIM cards. One SIM can work in 2G networks, the second in 3G. Wi-Fi and Bluetooth modules are present, the device can be used as a pocket portable access point. Navigation is provided by GPS and GLONASS support.
The manufacturer saved on the proximity sensor, but there is a software solution that locks the screen when you call (the screen stays on when you call). To unlock the screen during a call, you need to tap on it twice. You can accidentally, with your ear or cheek, unlock and open the notification shade, turn on Bluetooth or other functions. This is in theory and according to reviews on the network, in practice it was not possible to unlock the screen with the ear.
Sound
The hole for the main audio speaker is on the back panel near the camera. The maximum volume is sufficient to hear a call in a not particularly noisy place. There are no complaints about the quality and volume of the spoken dynamics.
operating system
The OS is Android 5.1 Lollipop. The system is not overloaded with unnecessary elements, the shell is quite simple, so it does not slow down. There are no plans to upgrade to Android 6, but Android 5.1 is enough for this device, and even earlier OS versions would be enough.
Pros and cons of Samsung Galaxy J1 mini
Pros:
- compact size due to a small display;
- support for flash drives up to 128 GB;
Minuses:
- poor screen quality;
- the camera lacks flash and autofocus;
Our review Samsung Galaxy J1 mini SM-J105H
The smartphone may interest those who do not need a camera, high performance and at the same time the need for phone conversations without using a headset. Considering the cost, the Samsung Galaxy J1 mini absolutely cannot compete with other low-end devices with the same specs. Yes, it is cheaper than all other smartphones from this manufacturer, but more expensive than its competitors. So Samsung, in this device, has hope for the brand and so far for the lack of a large number of fresh compact smartphones on the market.
This device is well suited for:
- using instant messengers, if the user has small fingers and he will accurately hit the letters;
- for people who fundamentally like compact smartphones and this is the main criterion when choosing;
- for a child who has this first smartphone;
- for the music lover who is not picky about sound quality. You can install a 128 GB card on the device, which can accommodate many tracks.
It's safe to say that everything that is in this smartphone is budgetary, but it works well without any brakes.
Our video review of this smartphone:
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The diagonal of the display is 4 inches and allows the smartphone to easily fit into a pocket of almost any size. In addition, it is perfectly controlled with one hand, even by children. But for all the compactness on the screen Samsung Galaxy J1 mini (2016) J105 Gold, with a resolution of 800 x 480 pixels, you can watch videos from YouTube, view photos or web pages. Confident performance in everyday life is provided by the 4-core Spreadtrum R3533S processor, with a frequency of 1.2 GHz. Availability of the current version of Android 5.1 Lollipop - favorably distinguishes the smartphone from competitors, many of which have 4.4 KitKat or lower installed. 768 MB of RAM is responsible for the smooth operation. The shell of the system is the proprietary Samsung TouchWiz interface. To store photos, videos, applications and games, 4.4 GB is available (out of a total volume of 8 GB). If this is not enough, then you can install a microSD memory card with a maximum available capacity of 128 GB.
Samsung Galaxy J1 mini (2016) J105 Gold equipped with two cameras. The main one has a resolution of 5 megapixels and is capable of shooting HD video with a resolution of 1280 x 720 pixels. For video conversations in Skype or Viber, the front camera is useful. Fast internet connection, provides Wi-Fi, working with b / g / n standards. Wireless headphones or headsets, connect via Bluetooth 4.0. He, like Wi-Fi Direct, will help transfer files to another mobile device or computer. Support for the installation of two SIM cards, will expand the possibilities when choosing tariffs for mobile Internet and calls. This will also allow you to combine both personal and business phone numbers in one device. When working in navigator mode, the smartphone receives signals from GPS and GLONASS satellites. Removable battery with a capacity of 1500 mAh, withstands up to 8 hours of talk time, up to 29 hours of listening to music, and up to 9 hours of surfing the Internet (using Wi-Fi) without recharging.
3G, Android 5.1, 4 ", 800x480, 8GB, 123g, 5MP camera, Bluetooth
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