El Meizu M2 Notes It's here, the second version of the famous Meizu mobile phone that aims to become another of the most well-known among Android fans. A mobile phone with a price content close to 150 euros, which surprises with a Full HD display, and a processor eight cores which will offer us great performance.
What should have been the iPhone 5C
Apple launched the iPhone 5C as a somewhat more affordable and very colorful phone that should have been the perfect phone for those who couldn't spend a lot of money, but at the same time wanted something that was really eye-catching. It was eye-catching, thanks to its colors, but the truth is that it wasn't cheap, especially for those who Technical specifications that I had. The opposite of what happens with the Meizu M2 Notes, a mobile that surprises us, because it seems impossible that some such good features can be obtained on such a cheap mobile phone.
A great mobile
Furthermore, far from being the small iPhone 5C, the Meizu M2 Notes arrives with a 5,5 inch and Full HD resolution (1080 x 1920). It's the same combination of screen size and resolution as the iPhone 6 Plus, to give you an idea. But it also has MediaTek's flagship octa-core processor, the MT6753 at 1,3 GHz, with GPU Mali-T720MP3, which is accompanied by a RAM memory of 2 GB. It should offer us good fluidity and good performance, with which to take advantage of the main camera of 13 megapixels and the 5 megapixel front camera. In addition, we find 4G connectivity, as is obvious today, with Android 5.1.1 Lollipop as the operating system, and with a 3.100 mAh battery.
The best part? The price. Its original price is $174, although it can be purchased on GearBest with the code M2NOTE for $169, which is about $174. 150 Euros at the current exchange rate. It is difficult to achieve a better quality / price ratio on a mobile right now.
Design, display and construction
The body is of unibody plastic with a nice, sturdy finish. Its measurements are 150,9 x 75,2 x 8,7 mm and weighs 149 gr, so it handles well for a phablet. It keeps the central physical button with gestures (tap back and press to go home), eliminating the virtual button panel.
The screen uses technology IGZO, sharp and with good contrast, and offers up to 403 dpi. It is protected against scratches with reinforced glass: according to various sources it is cited Asahi Dragontrail o NEG Dinorex, both solutions focused on durability. The maximum brightness allows for outdoor use and the minimum is comfortable in dark environments, with a vision angle Right.
Performance and autonomy
El MediaTek MT6753 The octa-core processor, along with 2GB of RAM, smoothly runs popular apps and games. In synthetic tests, it ranks in the mid-range (values ​​around 30K on AnTuTu), with a daily experience agile and fluid animations. Multitasking keeps multiple apps running smoothly.
Battery 3.100 mAh It allows you to complete an intensive day and, with light use and WiFi, stretch further. It is not removable. Dispose of 16 / 32 GB storage and supports microSD in hybrid tray (expansion varies by version, up to 128/256 GB depending on the market).
Cameras and multimedia
The rear of 13 SM has opening f / 2.2, Dual LED dual-tone flash, autofocus and ICE. Record 1080p video at 30 fps and has HDRThe front is made of 5 SM with opening f / 2.0 and it also records in 1080p. In its comfort zone, it offers good detail; when the scene has high contrast, it's a good idea to support HDR to gain dynamic range.
In audio and video it plays formats such as MP3, WAV, eAAC+, FLAC y MP4 / H.264, with bottom speaker and double microphone for noise reduction. It has 3,5 mm jack.
Connectivity and networks
Integra Dual SIM (nanoSIM) in standby mode sharing the slot with the microSD, LTE Cat.4 (up to 150/50 Mbps), HSPA+, and popular bands in Europe and Asia. In local connectivity it offers WiFi 802.11 a/b/g/n (2,4 and 5 GHz, MIMO), Bluetooth 4.0 LE, A-GPS and GLONASS, MicroUSB 2.0 with OTG. Does not include NFC, FM radio nor infrared.
Software and experience
It comes with Android 5.x and the layer Flyme 4.5, with themes, control of permits, file cleaning and a useful floating virtual button Configurable by gestures (taps, swipes) to supplement navigation functions. There is no app drawer and the notification bar is customized. It is possible to install the following applications without any problems: google services and maintain the complete Western experience.
Full technical sheet
- Display: 5,5″ IGZO, 1080 x 1920, ~403 ppi, Dragontrail/Dinorex protection
- Chipset: MediaTek MT6753 (octa-core 1,3 GHz) | GPU: Mali-T720MP3
- Memory: 2GB RAM | 16/32 GB internal | hybrid microSD
- Chambers: 13 MP f/2.2, Dual LED; 5MP f/2.0 | 1080p video
- Battery: 3.100 mAh (non-removable)
- Connectivity: 4G Cat.4, Dual SIM, dual WiFi a/b/g/n, BT 4.0 LE, A-GPS/GLONASS, MicroUSB 2.0 OTG, 3,5 mm jack
- Sensors: accelerometer, gyroscope, proximity, light, compass, Hall effect
- Dimensions and weight: 150,9 x 75,2 x 8,7 mm | 149 g
- SAR: contained values ​​(head ~0,345 W/kg)
Price and Availability
The M2 Note has been seen with usual prices between approx. 150 and 200 euros According to shop, one-off offers and selected capacity. The amount may vary depending on region, color and stock availability.
Routine repairs and maintenance
Due to its panel size, the most requested service is usually the screen change. It is also common to replace batteries after prolonged use. Other common interventions: speakers, microphones y loading portAt the software level, it is feasible to optimize if they appear slowness, closures or app errors by cleaning, updating, or reinstalling.
FAQ
- Display: 5,5 inches with a front ratio greater than 70%.
- Memories: 2 GB RAM and 16/32 GB internal, expandable via microSD.
- Colors: gray, white, blue and pink.
- Weight: 149 grams.
- System: Android 5.x with Flyme 4.5.
The Meizu M2 Note is a very balanced proposal: it combines clear screen, solvent performance, long lasting battery and a reasonable price, with small compromises such as the absence of NFC or FM radio and a camera that performs better in controlled scenes than in high-contrast situations.
