The Samsung Galaxy S 2 is considered by many reviewers the best Android smartphone that the Android market has ever accommodated. However, although its hardware and software specifications exceed expectations, there is also criticism directed its way. That’s because no device create by human minds and hands can be considered perfect. The problems that were reported by users aren’t major, but should be taken into consideration by any individual who is trying to find the “perfect” Android smartphone.
Samsung Galaxy S 2 Problems
One of the Samsung Galaxy S 2 features that some people complain about is the flimsy battery cover. We have all fallen in love with the slim profile and reduced weight of this gorgeous Samsung smartphone. That profile is supported by a sturdy frame that lacks only a decent battery cover. The unreliability of the back cover is not caused by the material choice (plastic – which is also used for the entire frame) but by its functionality. The carbon-like finish prevents the smartphone from sliding out of your hands, but doesn’t prevent the cover from being hard to remove. Many have complained that during the process of removal they many times feel that they are about to break the cover in half. That’s one reason why the iPhone 4’s metal body seems sometimes so attractive. In comparison with Apple’s smartphone, the Galaxy S 2 starts to feel inferior.
What others look for on the Samsung Galaxy S 2 is a notification LED. If you are interested in conducting such a search yourself, let me help you save some time by letting you know that no such LED is available. That’s unfortunate because many Android phones use such LEDs in order to let you know when a call is missed or a message or email has been received. Sometimes, these notification LEDs are even fun to use because they come equipped with the ability to flash in different colors in order to signal a certain event. Because such a feature is not only fun to use, but also extremely useful I think that Samsung made a mistake when it decided to not include it in the design, especially considering that the smartphone’s touchscreen is not trained to automatically power on when a new notification is detected. It’s true that the homescreen notifications give you fast access to all missed calls and unread messages, but you need to unlock the screen ten times a day in order to make sure you notice the availability of new notifications in due time.
Another Samsung Galaxy S 2 problem, that affects especially those interested in using the smartphone for taking photos, is the lack of a physical camera key. Many find the camera provided by the Samsung Galaxy S 2 to be one of the best cameras that have ever been chosen to equip a smartphone. That’s because the 8-megapixel camera doesn’t take only amazing photos, but it also records 1080p videos in amazing quality. If a physical camera button would be available the feature package would be complete and useful especially for experienced photographers that would find it much easier to take photos and record videos. That doesn’t mean the on-screen shutter button is disappointing. It just means that it will be harder to take quality photos when the thin design of the smartphone requires you to hold it with both your hands in order to keep it still. That’s why most Samsung Galaxy S 2 owners end up with photos and videos that look shaky.
Samsung Galaxy S 2 Problems
The Samsung TouchWiz UI is also a little disappointing. The 4.0 version that comes along with the typical Android interface feels a little sluggish at times. That’s not what you would expect from a high end device like this Samsung smartphone. It’s unpleasant that you can’t sort the icons automatically and you need to be patient when scrolling the screens. In addition, the four hubs made available aren’t as useful as they should be. Many end users would have rather been interested in separated apps for each type of activity covered by the hubs (listening to music, social networking, reading eBooks and playing games). However, in the end it’s all about personal taste and your daily needs.
Samsung Galaxy S 2 Problems
Another problem that affects the user experience delivered by the Samsung Galaxy S 2 is related to call quality and volume. This impressive smartphone may be a hardware wonder that makes available a dual-core processor, a quality display, and an excellent camera, but in the same time it’s also supposed to deliver the basic phone capabilities that we expect from such a device. Unfortunately, these basic capabilities aren’t a strength of the device because call quality is estimated to be just above average. If you want to boost the quality of your phone calls, you will have to pair your device with a headset. The built-in loudspeaker does a better job, but it’s placed in an awkward position. That’s why you can’t use it while placing the device on a flat surface. Unfortunately, the speakerphone also distorts sounds at times.
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