Here's our breakdown of everything you need to know about the Android One.
Pros :
- 3 GHz quad core processor paired up with 1 GB of RAM which offers excellent experience without much lag.
- Light sensor works very well including the auto brightness.
- More than 50 % of RAM is free to use when not running many applications.
- The speaker offers a good quality of audio.
- The looks of the phone are awesome and also weighs less i.e. 130 grams.
- The Android One gives you connectivity options like blue tooth, Wi-FI tethering and as well as 3G.
Cons :
- Internal memory is of 2.2 GB, which is more than enough for app lovers but not quite enough for game lovers.
- In-call volume is a bit less compared to other phones. You will find difficulty in hearing other people's voices in a noisy environment.
- Heating near the rear camera is inconveniently higher when compared to other smart phones.
- Gorilla glass/ Dragon tail glass protection is missing.
- Battery backup can be an issue if used during intensive gaming.
Specs:
The screen size is good enough at 4.5-inches and offers a pixel density of 218ppi which is not bad compared to other devices.
Talking Points:
The Android One project is really a good initiative from Google, thereby supporting low end mobile manufactures. And the support of various Indian languages is a bonus to the consumers too. Undoubtedly this project going to hit severely on high end manufactures like Sony, Samsung etc.
Prices:
The Android One is priced at $116, but Google is looking to price this phone at closer to $100. It is one of the most powerful phones in the market in its price range.
Conclusion :
The Android One project is a special initiative by Google to offer the latest Android operating system to low end manufacturers like Micromax and others so that they can stay updated with the latest version of Android. This makes the Android One one of the best deals currently available.
