Similar to the CPU, the GPU consists of processing units called cores. They handle the computation of graphics in various applications. Then again, with KitKat right out of the box, the Snapdragon 400 will probably do just fine. Plus, the One mini 2 has something the former flagship and its compact version don't - a memory card slot. The BoomSound stereo speakers on the front are a definite asset too. And the looks and build are something you just can't take away. Estimated volume of the device, calculated from the dimensions provided by the manufacturer. Applies for devices in the form of a rectangular parallelepiped. Information about the width, i.e. the horizontal side of the device when it is used in its standard orientation. Networks A mobile (cellular) network is a radio system, which allows a large number of mobile devices to communicate with each other. GSM

Another season, another flagship, another mini in tow. Guess we all know the drill but HTC had quite a few decisions to make. To begin with, they went for a bigger screen, placing the mini 2 right between the original and last season's flagship. The UltraPixel camera was dropped for a regular 13MP unit, which looks like a good move judging by our recent experience with the Desire 816. RAM (Random-Access Memory) is used by the operating system and all installed applications. Data in the RAM is lost after the device is turned off or restarted. The L2 (level 2) cache memory is slower than L1, but has a larger capacity, instead, which allows it to cache more data. Just like L1, it is much faster than the system memory (RAM). If the CPU does not find the data needed in L2, it proceeds to look for them in the L3 cache memory (if there is such) or in the RAM. Information about the number of pixels on the horizontal and vertical dimensions of the photos taken by the front camera, indicated in megapixels as well.

It's not a huge issue though, as with a steady hand the HTC One Mini 2 is capable of taking some nice shots. In fact, the latest mini is quite close to last year's flagship - which more than makes sense - but we bet the first thing on HTC's mind was closing the gap on Sony's Xperia Z1 compact. However, at a price that's uncomfortably close to €500, this mini is asking a lot. Let's just say, a better chipset would have been nice at this price point. Information about the height, i.e. the vertical side of the device when it is used in its standard orientation. talk time is the time period a battery charge will last, if one is constantly talking on the phone in a 3G cellular network. Multi-tasking also wasn't an issue, and I was able to have several demanding applications open at the same time and skip between them without issue.

The Sony does have a much more powerful processor, but the 4-inch iPhone 5S also managed 2540, leaving the One Mini 2 lagging behind the competition. talk time is the time period a battery charge will last, if one is constantly talking on the phone in a 2G cellular network.

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Information about the electric current (amperes) and voltage (volts) the charger outputs. The higher power output allows faster charging.As soon as it is available for the One Mini 2 I will revisit the handset and update this review - so stay tuned! Perhaps the original One is cheaper too where you are, which is doing the One mini 2 no favor - especially considering it's hard to say which one's the mini in that pair. The honeymoon will soon be over and HTC wouldn't want potential buyers, who are always looking around anyway, to start fooling around.