Meizu m 2 note 16 gb white. Meizu M2 Note smartphone review: budget station wagon. An operating system is a system software that manages and coordinates the operation of hardware components in a device.

Meizu M2 Note, the review of which this article will be devoted to, quickly burst into the mobile phone market and managed to quickly find its fans on it. The Chinese company Meizu released this smartphone as an improved model of the predecessor Meizu M1 Note, which also managed to gain great popularity among buyers. The device received some details that the M1 did not have, due to which the manufacturer was able to expand the technical capabilities of the entire line as a whole.

The model was released in 2015, equipped with a 64-bit MediaTek MT6753 processor equipped with 8 ARM Cortex-A53 cores. The clock frequency is 1.3 GHz. As a graphics card, the model provides an ARM Mali-T720 MP3 chip. This stuffing is intended for high-performance devices of the middle segment. Regarding the capabilities, it is worth saying that in various benchmarks, the device demonstrates a high level of performance. In particular, this is confirmed by high scores in AnTuTu, 3DMark Sling Shot and 3DMark Ice Storm Extreme.

Such an internal filling will allow you to quickly open any programs, broadcast high-quality video with a high resolution format, and perfectly cope with the work of gaming applications. For example, the phone performs well in games such as Mortal Kombat X and Real Racing.

Design

This device is presented in various colors: white, gray, blue and pink. Such a selection of a color palette will appeal to both lovers of bright and original things, and connoisseurs of a more restrained appearance of devices. The case is made of polycarbonate, and depending on the color of the case, it can have either a glossy or matte surface. In terms of ergonomics, the device is made in a fairly compact size, due to which the phone is very convenient to use. The length of the case is 151 mm, the width is 75 mm, the thickness is 8.7 mm, and the weight is 149 grams.

At the top of the front panel are: speech speaker, front camera, light and proximity sensors. At the bottom is a multifunctional combination key, which is both a mechanical and a touch button. In order to execute a command "Home", the button must be pressed hard, and to return to the previous screen, a simple touch must be made. If the button is pressed and held for a long time, the voice assistant opens.

The main camera is located on the back of the phone, and below it is a dual LED flash. On the left side are: a rocker key that controls the volume, a button to turn on the device. On the right side there are slots for two nano-format SIM cards (or for one SIM and one micro-SD memory card). On the top end there is a 3.5 mm mini-jack audio jack, and on the bottom end there are: the main speaker, a microphone and a micro-USB port for connecting a charger.

Display

The second Meizu Note adopted a lot from the M1 Note in terms of screen parameters. In particular, the screen size is also 5.5 inches, the resolution is Full HD (1080x1920 pixels), the density is 400 pixels per inch. The manufacturer equipped the display with a matrix from the world famous company Sharp - IGZO IPS OGS. The width of the side frame of the screen from the body is approximately 3 mm, and the top and bottom - 15 mm. Due to such parameters, it seems that only one display is placed on the front part, without additional inserts.

As for the quality of the screen, it is worth noting that the broadcast picture is distinguished by great detail, excellent color reproduction and high contrast. The reserve of brightness is sufficient for comfortable use of the phone both indoors and in bright sunlight outdoors. The image quality remains stable at various viewing angles, but the brightness level decreases slightly. You can adjust the color temperature in your phone settings. Thanks to the built-in multi-touch function, the screen can withstand 10 simultaneous finger touches.

To increase the life of the screen, the manufacturer has provided in it a tempered Dragontrail glass, which is additionally coated with an oleophobic coating. In the case where fingerprints remain, they can be easily and quickly removed.

Sound

This model took over from the M1 Note high technical characteristics in terms of sound. In particular, both headphones and speakers boast clear, bright and rich sound. The sound is very loud, has a wide range of frequencies, the sound quality is not distorted at high volume levels. Regarding the conversational dynamics, we can say that he also copes with his functions perfectly and perfectly broadcasts the voice of the interlocutor with all the intonations and timbre.

The phone has a branded audio file player, which has a large widget on the screen. In the player settings, you can adjust the equalizer, as well as improve the sound quality due to a specially provided function (it is available when listening to music on headphones). The player supports many audio formats: MP3, WAV, WMA, FLAC and others.

As in its predecessor, there is no radio in this device, but there is a voice recorder that allows you to make audio recordings, which is also convenient for making voice notes.

cameras

The device is equipped with two cameras: main (13 megapixels) and front (5 megapixels). The main camera lens is presented in the form of a 5-element lens with f / 2.2 aperture. The manufacturer took care of the durability of the lens by equipping it with impact-resistant Gorilla Glass 3. To ensure high-quality photos and videos, the camera uses a CMOS (Complementary Metal Oxide Semiconductor) sensor, which is one of the most popular types of photo sensors in mobile phones.

The main camera has a maximum photography resolution of 4160×3120 pixels and supports the following resolution formats: Ultra HD (4K, 3840×2160) Quad HD (2560×1440) Full HD (1920×1080) HD (1280×720). For video recording, the maximum resolution is HD (1280x720), with a shooting speed of 30 fps (frames per second).

The phone has a digital camera zoom, thanks to which the object being filmed is enlarged by software. This option has a 4X ratio, which allows you to zoom in on the subject without losing its image quality. Also in the settings there is an autofocus mode, in which the camera independently adjusts the sharpness of the object. There is an appropriate detector for automatic face detection. Connoisseurs of panoramic photography will be able to take photos in the form of unfolded panoramas.

In addition, the main camera settings provide white balance adjustment, ISO setting, macro photography, night mode and much more.

The front camera in the device is presented in the form of an OmniVision OV5670 sensor, has a wide-angle lens with a 4-element lens and f / 2.0 aperture. It supports shooting resolution formats: Quad HD (2560×1440) Full HD (1920×1080) HD (1280×720). This camera does an excellent job of creating high-quality selfies.

Memory and memory card

This line of phones includes models with 2 GB of RAM, but the amount of internal memory can be 16 GB or 32 GB. The phone is equipped with LPDDR3 800 MHz RAM, which is quite a common type in this price segment. The amount of internal memory can be increased up to 128 GB, thanks to the support of memory cards, which the M1 Note was deprived of. Meizu M2 Note supports memory card formats: micro-SDXC, micro-SDHC and micro-SD.

The phone has a "hot-swap cards" option, which allows you to change cards without having to turn off the device.

Connection

The smartphone in question supports a large number of mobile networks in demand in many countries. In particular, the device works with networks: GSM, UMTS, TD-SCDMA, LTE. Also, the phone is equipped with support for a modern and high-speed mobile data transfer standard - 4G.

For wireless connection to the Internet, as well as to other devices, the device has a built-in WI-FI receiver. Moreover, due to the hotspot option, the phone can function as a WI-FI router and be used as an Internet access point for other devices. For wireless transmission of information to other devices, the device has Bluetooth version 4.0.

The manufacturer also equipped the smartphone with a built-in GPS receiver, which receives signals from the global satellite system. In addition to GPS, the device supports the Russian navigation system GLONASS.

Battery life and performance

The smartphone is equipped with a Li-Ion (lithium-ion) battery with a capacity of 3100 mAh. This parameter is very common in this price segment of smartphones. Regarding the battery capabilities, its resources are enough for about 20 hours: about half an hour of telephone conversations, about 4-6 hours for using 4G mobile data transfer, about 15 hours for browsing the Internet via a WI-FI connection. In a more economical power consumption mode (without using 4G, several hours of work via WI-FI), the device can work for 2 days.

It takes just over two hours to fully charge the battery.

Operating system

The device runs on the operating system Android 5.1 Lollipop with a proprietary shell Flyme OS 4.5.1, which largely changed the familiar Lollipop interface. Flyme OS is made in Material Design style. This OS has a number of its features:

1. It does not have an application bar: icons of all applications are automatically added to existing desktops. These tables themselves have a letter designation. By clicking on the letters, you can quickly switch between tables.
2. The settings application contains section icons that are placed in a separate panel located on the left side. Sometimes it happens that the section names do not fit in the field, since the shell was originally provided for hieroglyphs, which take up less space than letters.
3. It has a proprietary SmartTouch function, provided for universal access. It is designed as a button located on top of the programs, and the transparency level of this button can be adjusted in the settings. This key is designed to make menu navigation easier for people with special needs. Also, using this button, it is convenient to switch between open applications without having to open the taskbar.

1. A large number of pre-installed programs in Chinese, however, they are non-system and can be removed if necessary.
2. The device has a Flyme account, which has its own application store. Google Play apps need to be downloaded and installed by yourself.

Outcome

Summing up the review, we can say that this smartphone from Meizu turned out to be interesting, high-performance, standing out among other phones in its price niche with high-quality stuffing, original appearance and functionality. The smartphone will especially please photography enthusiasts, since the main camera supports many shooting formats, settings and modes of operation.

Due to the capacious battery, the phone can work for quite a long time. The device also gained support for external memory cards, which will allow the user to significantly increase the amount of stored information.

Video review M2 Note will help to supplement the above information and will allow you to make the most detailed impression of the device. In the video, you can see the device in operation and evaluate its functionality and features in more detail.

Information about the make, model, and alternative names of a particular device, if any.

Design

Information about the dimensions and weight of the device, presented in different units of measurement. Used materials, suggested colors, certificates.

Width Width information refers to the horizontal side of the device in its standard orientation during use.	75.2 mm (millimeters) 7.52 cm (centimeters) 0.25ft 2.96in
Height Height information refers to the vertical side of the device in its standard orientation during use.	150.9 mm (millimeters) 15.09 cm (centimeters) 0.5 ft 5.94in
Thickness Information about the thickness of the device in different units of measurement.	8.7 mm (millimeters) 0.87 cm (centimeters) 0.03 ft 0.34in
The weight Information about the weight of the device in different units of measurement.	149 g (grams) 0.33 lbs 5.26oz
Volume Approximate volume of the device, calculated from dimensions provided by the manufacturer. Refers to devices with the shape of a rectangular parallelepiped.	98.72 cm³ (cubic centimeters) 6 in³ (cubic inches)
Colors Information about the colors in which this device is offered for sale.	White Grey Pink Blue
Housing materials The materials used to make the body of the device.	magnesium alloy Polycarbonate

SIM card

The SIM card is used in mobile devices to store data that certifies the authenticity of mobile service subscribers.

Mobile networks

A mobile network is a radio system that allows multiple mobile devices to communicate with each other.

GSM GSM (Global System for Mobile Communications) is designed to replace the analogue mobile network (1G). For this reason, GSM is often referred to as a 2G mobile network. It is enhanced by the addition of GPRS (General Packet Radio Services) and later EDGE (Enhanced Data rates for GSM Evolution) technologies.	GSM 850 MHz GSM 900 MHz GSM 1800 MHz GSM 1900 MHz
TD-SCDMA TD-SCDMA (Time Division Synchronous Code Division Multiple Access) is a 3G standard for mobile networks. It is also called UTRA/UMTS-TDD LCR. It is developed as an alternative to the W-CDMA standard in China by the China Academy of Telecommunication Technology, Datang Telecom and Siemens. TD-SCDMA combines TDMA and CDMA.	TD-SCDMA 1880-1920 MHz TD-SCDMA 2010-2025 MHz
UMTS UMTS is short for Universal Mobile Telecommunications System. It is based on the GSM standard and belongs to 3G mobile networks. Developed by 3GPP and its biggest advantage is to provide more speed and spectral efficiency with W-CDMA technology.	UMTS 900 MHz UMTS 1900 MHz UMTS 2100 MHz
LTE LTE (Long Term Evolution) is defined as fourth generation (4G) technology. It is developed by 3GPP based on GSM/EDGE and UMTS/HSPA to increase the capacity and speed of wireless mobile networks. The subsequent development of technologies is called LTE Advanced.	LTE 1800 MHz LTE 2600 MHz LTE-TDD 1900 MHz (B39) LTE-TDD 2300 MHz (B40) LTE-TDD 2500 MHz (B41) LTE-TDD 2600 MHz (B38)

Mobile technologies and data rates

Communication between devices in mobile networks is carried out through technologies that provide different data transfer rates.

Operating system

The operating system is the system software that manages and coordinates the operation of the hardware components in the device.

SoC (System on a Chip)

System on a chip (SoC) includes all the most important hardware components of a mobile device in one chip.

SoC (System on a Chip) System on a chip (SoC) integrates various hardware components such as processor, graphics processor, memory, peripherals, interfaces, etc., as well as the software necessary for their operation.	MediaTek MT6753
Technological process Information about the technological process by which the chip is made. The value in nanometers measures half the distance between the elements in the processor.	28 nm (nanometers)
Processor (CPU) The main function of the processor (CPU) of a mobile device is the interpretation and execution of instructions contained in software applications.	ARM Cortex-A53
Processor bit depth The bit depth (bits) of a processor is determined by the size (in bits) of registers, address buses, and data buses. 64-bit processors have higher performance than 32-bit processors, which, in turn, are more productive than 16-bit processors.	64 bit
Instruction Set Architecture Instructions are commands by which the software sets/controls the operation of the processor. Information about the instruction set (ISA) that the processor can execute.	ARMv8-A
First level cache (L1) Cache memory is used by the processor to reduce access time to more frequently accessed data and instructions. L1 (level 1) cache is small and much faster than both system memory and other cache levels. If the processor does not find the requested data in L1, it continues to look for them in the L2 cache. With some processors, this search is performed simultaneously in L1 and L2.	32 kB + 32 kB (kilobytes)
Second level cache (L2) L2 (level 2) cache is slower than L1, but in return it has a larger capacity, allowing more data to be cached. It, like L1, is much faster than system memory (RAM). If the processor does not find the requested data in L2, it continues to look for it in the L3 cache (if available) or RAM.	512 kB (kilobytes) 0.5 MB (megabytes)
Number of processor cores The processor core executes program instructions. There are processors with one, two or more cores. Having more cores increases performance by allowing many instructions to be executed in parallel.	8
Processor clock speed The clock speed of a processor describes its speed in terms of cycles per second. It is measured in megahertz (MHz) or gigahertz (GHz).	1300 MHz (megahertz)
Graphics Processing Unit (GPU) The graphics processing unit (GPU) handles calculations for various 2D/3D graphics applications. In mobile devices, it is used most often by games, consumer interface, video applications, etc.	ARM Mali-T720 MP3
Number of GPU cores Like the CPU, the GPU is made up of several working parts called cores. They handle the graphical calculations of different applications.	3
GPU clock speed Speed ​​is the clock speed of the GPU and is measured in megahertz (MHz) or gigahertz (GHz).	450 MHz (megahertz)
The amount of random access memory (RAM) Random access memory (RAM) is used by the operating system and all installed applications. Data stored in RAM is lost when the device is turned off or restarted.	2 GB (gigabytes)
Type of random access memory (RAM) Information about the type of random access memory (RAM) used by the device.	LPDDR3
Number of RAM channels Information about the number of RAM channels that are integrated into the SoC. More channels means higher data rates.	single channel
RAM frequency The frequency of RAM determines its speed, more specifically, the speed of reading / writing data.	666 MHz (megahertz)

Built-in memory

Each mobile device has a built-in (non-removable) memory with a fixed amount.

Memory cards

Memory cards are used in mobile devices to increase the storage capacity for storing data.

Screen

The screen of a mobile device is characterized by its technology, resolution, pixel density, diagonal length, color depth, etc.

Type/technology One of the main characteristics of the screen is the technology by which it is made and on which the image quality of information directly depends.	IGZO
Diagonal For mobile devices, the screen size is expressed in terms of its diagonal length, measured in inches.	5.5in 139.7 mm (millimeters) 13.97 cm (centimeters)
Width Approximate Screen Width	2.7in 68.49 mm (millimeters) 6.85 cm (centimeters)
Height Approximate Screen Height	4.79in 121.76 mm (millimeters) 12.18 cm (centimeters)
Aspect Ratio The ratio of the dimensions of the long side of the screen to its short side	1.778:1 16:9
Permission Screen resolution indicates the number of pixels vertically and horizontally on the screen. Higher resolution means sharper image detail.	1080 x 1920 pixels
Pixel Density Information about the number of pixels per centimeter or inch of the screen. Higher density allows information to be shown on the screen in clearer detail.	401ppi (pixels per inch) 157ppm (pixels per centimeter)
Color depth Screen color depth reflects the total number of bits used for the color components in a single pixel. Information about the maximum number of colors the screen can display.	24 bit 16777216 flowers
Screen area Approximate percentage of screen space on the front of the device.	73.73% (percentage)
Other characteristics Information about other functions and features of the screen.	capacitive Multitouch Scratch resistance
	Display manufacturer-Sharp tempered glass 1000:1 contrast ratio 450 cd/m² GFF full lamination

Sensors

Different sensors perform different quantitative measurements and convert physical indicators into signals that are recognized by the mobile device.

Main camera

The main camera of a mobile device is usually located on the back of the case and is used for taking photos and videos.

Sensor model	Samsung S5K3L2
Sensor type	ISOCELL
Sensor size	4.69 x 3.52 mm (millimeters) 0.23in
Pixel size	1.127 µm (micrometers) 0.001127 mm (millimeters)
crop factor	7.38
ISO (light sensitivity) ISO values ​​determine the light sensitivity level of the photosensor. A lower value means weaker light sensitivity and vice versa - higher values ​​mean higher light sensitivity, i.e. better ability of the sensor to work in low light conditions.	100 - 1600
Diaphragm	f/2.2
Flash type The most common types of flashes in mobile devices cameras are LED and xenon flashes. LED flashes give a softer light and, unlike brighter xenon flashes, are also used for video shooting.	Double LED
Image resolution One of the main characteristics of mobile device cameras is their resolution, which indicates the number of pixels in the horizontal and vertical direction of an image.	4160 x 3120 pixels 12.98 MP (megapixels)
Video resolution Information about the maximum supported resolution for video recording by the device.	1920 x 1080 pixels 2.07 MP (megapixels)
Video - frame rate/frames per second. Information about the maximum number of frames per second (fps) supported by the device when shooting video at the maximum resolution. Some of the main standard shooting and video playback speeds are 24p, 25p, 30p, 60p.	30 fps (frames per second)
Characteristics Information about other software and hardware features related to the main camera and improving its functionality.	autofocus Burst shooting digital zoom Digital Image Stabilization geo tags panoramic shooting HDR shooting Touch focus Face recognition Adjusting the white balance ISO setting Exposure compensation Self-timer Scene Selection Mode
	5-element lens Corning Gorilla Glass 3 lens protection blue filter glass 300° panoramic lens Angle of view - 74.4°

Additional camera

Additional cameras are usually mounted above the screen of the device and are used mainly for video calls, gesture recognition, etc.

Sensor model Information about the manufacturer and model of the photo sensor used in the device's camera.	OmniVision OV5670
Sensor type Digital cameras use photo sensors to take pictures. The sensor, as well as the optics, is one of the main factors in the quality of a camera in a mobile device.	PureCel
Sensor size Information about the size of the photosensor used in the device. Typically, cameras with a larger sensor and lower pixel density offer better image quality despite lower resolution.	2.95 x 2.21 mm (millimeters) 0.14in
Pixel size The smaller pixel size of the photosensor allows more pixels to be used per unit area, thus increasing resolution. On the other hand, a smaller pixel size can have a negative impact on image quality at high light sensitivity (ISO) levels.	1.136 µm (micrometers) 0.001136 mm (millimeters)
crop factor The crop factor is the ratio between the size of a full-frame sensor (36 x 24mm, equivalent to a frame of standard 35mm film) and the size of the device's photosensor. The number shown is the ratio of the diagonals of the full frame sensor (43.3 mm) and the photo sensor of the specific device.	11.74
Diaphragm Aperture (f-number) is the size of the aperture opening that controls the amount of light reaching the photosensor. A lower f-number means the aperture is larger.	f/2
Image resolution Information about the maximum resolution of the secondary camera when shooting. In most cases, the resolution of the secondary camera is lower than that of the main camera.	2592 x 1944 pixels 5.04 MP (megapixels)
Video resolution Information about the maximum resolution supported when shooting video with the optional camera.	1920 x 1080 pixels 2.07 MP (megapixels)
	4-element lens Angle of view - 69°

Audio

Information about the type of speakers and audio technologies supported by the device.

Radio

The radio of the mobile device is a built-in FM receiver.

Location determination

Information about navigation and location technologies supported by the device.

WiFi

Wi-Fi is a technology that provides wireless communication for short distance data transmission between different devices.

Bluetooth

Bluetooth is a standard for secure wireless data transfer between different types of devices over short distances.

USB

USB (Universal Serial Bus) is an industry standard that allows different electronic devices to communicate.

Headphone jack

This is an audio connector, which is also called an audio jack. The most widely used standard in mobile devices is the 3.5mm headphone jack.

Connecting devices

Information about other important connection technologies supported by the device.

Browser

A web browser is a software application for accessing and viewing information on the Internet.

Browser Information about some of the key features and standards supported by the device's browser.

HTML HTML5 CSS 3

Audio file formats/codecs

Mobile devices support various audio file formats and codecs that store and encode/decode digital audio data, respectively.

Video file formats/codecs

Mobile devices support various video file formats and codecs, which store and encode/decode digital video data, respectively.

Battery

Mobile device batteries differ from each other in their capacity and technology. They provide the electrical charge they need to function.

Capacity The capacity of a battery indicates the maximum charge it can store, measured in milliamp-hours.	3100 mAh (milliamp-hours)
Type The type of battery is determined by its structure and, more specifically, by the chemicals used. There are different types of batteries, with lithium-ion and lithium-ion polymer batteries being the most commonly used in mobile devices.	Li-Ion (Li-Ion)
Talk time 2G Talk time in 2G is the period of time during which the battery charge is completely discharged during a continuous conversation in a 2G network.	20 h (hours) 1200 min (minutes) 0.8 days
3G talk time Talk time in 3G is the period of time during which the battery is completely discharged during a continuous conversation in a 3G network.	18h (hours) 1080 min (minutes) 0.8 days
Characteristics Information about some additional features of the device's battery.	Fixed

Specific Absorption Rate (SAR)

SAR levels refer to the amount of electromagnetic radiation absorbed by the human body while using a mobile device.

Head SAR (US) The SAR level indicates the maximum amount of electromagnetic radiation that the human body is exposed to when holding a mobile device near the ear. The maximum value used in the US is 1.6 W/kg per gram of human tissue. Mobile devices in the US are controlled by the CTIA and the FCC conducts tests and sets their SAR values.	0.345 W/kg (watt per kilogram)
Body SAR (US) The SAR level indicates the maximum amount of electromagnetic radiation that the human body is exposed to when holding a mobile device at hip level. The highest acceptable SAR value in the US is 1.6 W/kg per gram of human tissue. This value is set by the FCC, and the CTIA controls whether mobile devices comply with this standard.	0.928 W/kg (watt per kilogram)

Smartphones from Meizu are still considered to be some kind of exotic on the Russian market - those who are already familiar with the brand will agree that this is very disappointing, because gadgets deserve the widest distribution. Here you can buy Meizu M2 Note gray without any problems and at a reasonable price, because we believe that everyone should be able to purchase a really high-quality smartphone at an adequate price.

And the fact that the Meizu M2 Note phone is a truly high-quality product is convinced even at the first glance at it. The case itself and the build quality, as well as the level of screen resolution can be compared with the most popular models of this class from leading companies. Performance also deserves special praise - the smartphone works very quickly, does not hang and does not cause other inconveniences to the owner. You can play your favorite "shooters" and "rpg games", view photos and videos in high resolution - in a word, use all the phone's power to its fullest.

It is clear that the thinnest case does not imply the use of a huge battery, but the battery life is quite consistent with modern requirements - a whole day without additional recharging, subject to moderately active use. The smartphone also has a loud speaker capable of reproducing the clear sound of your favorite music. And of course, let's not forget about the 13-megapixel camera, which allows you to take decent pictures and record spectacular videos.

Today, the Meizu M2 Note LTE smartphone is a smart, profitable choice that will surely bring you a lot of pleasure. If you are still in doubt, compare the price of this smartphone with other popular models, and then go make your order.

The Chinese concern Meizu, as you know, is actively presenting itself on the market as an “iPhone killer”. This, at least, can be concluded after viewing the advertising of the company. In addition, the external design of the smartphone, its high technical capabilities can be a confirmation of this. Given all this, the phones of this brand can really be considered by buyers as “cheap iPhone analogs”. It is not surprising that developers actively use this “status” for their own purposes.

In this article, we will talk about one of the devices that is quite in demand on the market, released by the company. We are talking about the smartphone Meizu M2 Note. The features of the phone are really amazing. Despite its low cost, the model also has a very attractive design. The build quality of the device and its stability are not far behind. In general, we will not get ahead of ourselves, but simply conduct a more detailed review of the device so that you understand what is at stake.

Positioning

Surprisingly, Meizu does not hide its imitation of the main “apple” concern, which sets the fashion in the world of smartphones. This is reported not only by advertising slogans, but also by the features of the body of the model, its external design. What is the “Home” button, made in the likeness of the iPhone 5S.

Due to this “image”, a double situation arises. On the one hand, the device is just a copy, a likeness of the original Apple, which does not seem at all unusual: recently, many companies have been producing analogues of “top” smartphones. On the other hand, the situation is also observed in the second, positive aspect. It's about attraction.

The characteristics attributed to the Meizu M2 Note device, customer reviews are called only one of the factors that made them purchase this model. In addition, this also includes the price, as well as appearance. Despite the fact that everyone understands perfectly well where it came from originally and what the Chinese are trying to copy, this kind of design is always a success, which Meizu did not fail to take advantage of in its activities.

Design

The body of the Meizu M2 Note (we will present the characteristics of the device a little later) is made of polycarbonate, which lies pleasantly in the hand. The texture (depending on the model) is matte or glossy - this is the choice of the user. Common features, as already noted, are strongly reminiscent of the iPhone - these are rounded corners on the back of the case and a direct transition between glass and cover in front. To give the model rigidity, a metal base is installed inside, so to speak, a frame.

The back cover of the model should not be removed at all, all functional holes are provided in the side of the case. Therefore, it is easy to guess that a SIM card and a memory card get into the phone with the help of special “sliders”, and the slots open here, as in the “apple friend” - with the help of a needle.

The general appearance of the device (the way it lies in the hand and behaves when squeezed) allows us to draw a positive conclusion about the smartphone (and its assembly) in general. We did not manage to make the Meizu M2 Note (we will give the characteristics a little further) to creak, we did not manage to cause backlash and movement of individual elements of the case. Therefore, with confidence we praise the Chinese, who assembled the phone so well.

CPU

And now let's go directly to the filling of the model. And first of all, let's start with the “heart” of any gadget. The characteristics of the Meizu M2 Note smartphone show us that the model is equipped with a processor that includes 8 cores. The clock frequency of each (in normal operation) is 1.3 GHz - this is a good indicator. Thanks to its high performance, the gadget behaves perfectly when interacting with “heavy” games in the graphic sense, playing them without any hitches or any unpleasant “freezes”.

2 GB of RAM also has a similar effect - it significantly increases the reaction speed and "aliveness" of the device, its capabilities. What users say about Meizu M2 Note? Are they satisfied with the characteristics? The phone is really fast enough, and it's all thanks to the "heart".

Screen

The smartphone has a classic recent display, the diagonal size of which is 5.5 inches. With such an indicator, the screen resolution of 1920x1080 pixels seems simply fantastic, which is why the actual image density on the Meizu M2 Note 16Gb (the specifications will not lie) reaches 401 dots per square inch.

The quality of the picture can be called very high. You can verify this both in your own practice, simply by picking up the phone, and through an analysis of the technical indicators that are mentioned in the specifications. So, such a high density is able to give a very accurate, clear and sharp image, and IPS technology allows you to provide the smartphone with the proper brightness and color saturation, which is also important.

On another positive side, I would like to mention the design of the screen. In this case, the developer applied the method of painting the panel (top and bottom faces). Due to this, visually the frames may seem much smaller than they really are. True, the practical effect of this approach is minimal - it is done purely “for beauty”.

Operating system

If we talk about the software that controls the smartphone, we should note the Google Android shell, which is unchanged on this kind of device. True, the peculiarity of Meizu M2 Note 16Gb (the characteristics will also confirm this information) is that the Flyme graphic add-on is installed on top of the “native” Android interface. It endows the smartphone with an interface design (the icons you will see here may be unusual for you if you have not worked with Meizu before); some options (for example, the SmartTouch function); and even ways of introducing information (perception of user gestures).

Thanks to this, we can say that the foundation of the device is the familiar Google platform, while the manufacturer has developed its own set of programs that make interaction with a smartphone more convenient and comfortable. It is also worth saying that Meizu continues to support its “shell”, releasing all new updates. You can download them directly via a Wi-Fi connection (without installing additional programs).

Camera

Of course, when describing the characteristics of the device, it is also necessary to indicate the capabilities of its camera. After all, the function of photography and video recording are key for any smartphone.

As stated in the documentation, the device has a camera, the matrix of which has a resolution of 13 megapixels. This is enough to create colorful, clear and color-rich photographs. So they come out, at least when a picture is taken in good light. In other conditions, slight changes in the picture may occur. User reviews note that it is best to use the Meizu M2 Note camera (whose technical characteristics you already know) for private shooting - create an avatar on a social network, take a picture of text, and so on.

Battery

Another important point is the autonomy of the device. It directly depends on how much the battery has. In the case of the M2 Note, the developers used a battery with a capacity of 3100 mAh. Given, however, a bright screen and a powerful processor, the charge is only enough for 10-12 hours of active use or 1-1.5 days of moderate use.

findings

No wonder the mobile phone that we described above is so popular. As the specifications describing the Meizu M2 Note Mini show, the device is really good in all plans. It looks great, has an adequate price, has the widest functionality and, in addition, can boast of stable operation.

Buyers clearly praise the device, positively note its qualities and make reviews in which they clearly recommend purchasing such a model. All this, as you understand, is favorably displayed on the image of the entire company. In recent years, smartphones of this brand have become quite expected in world markets.

The question is, what else do you need from a smartphone of this class? Apparently, the developers at Meizu asked this question when designing this model. And, it should be noted, they managed to find a solution that can satisfy the needs of users.

Colour

General characteristics

Type

Deciding on the type of device (phone or smartphone?) is quite simple. If you need a simple and inexpensive device for calls and SMS, it is recommended to stop the choice on the phone. A smartphone is more expensive, but it offers a wide variety of options: games, videos, the Internet, thousands of programs for all occasions. However, its battery life is significantly less than that of a regular phone.

smartphone Operating system Android OS version at launch Android 5.1 Case Type Classic Number of SIM cards 2 SIM card type

In modern smartphones, not only conventional SIM cards can be used, but also their more compact versions of micro SIM and nano SIM. eSIM is a SIM card integrated into the phone. It takes up almost no space and does not require a separate tray for installation. eSIM is not yet supported in Russia. Glossary of terms for the category Mobile phones

nano SIM Weight 149 g Dimensions (WxHxD) 75.2x150.9x8.7 mm

Screen

Screen type color, 16.78 million colors, touch Touch screen type multi-touch, capacitive Diagonal 5.5 inches. Image size 1920x1080 Number of pixels per inch (PPI) 401 Aspect Ratio 16:9 Automatic screen rotation there is scratch resistant glass there is

Multimedia features

Number of main (rear) cameras 1 Resolution of the main (rear) camera 13 MP Aperture of the main (rear) camera F/2.20 Flash rear, LED Functions of the main (rear) camera autofocus Video recording there is Max. video resolution 1920x1080 Max. video frame rate 30 fps Geo Tagging yes Front-camera Yes, 5 MP Audio MP3 Headphone jack 3.5mm

Connection

Standard GSM 900/1800/1900, 3G, 4G LTE Support for LTE bands FDD: 1800, 2100, 2600 MHz Interfaces

Almost all modern smartphones have Wi-Fi and USB interfaces. Slightly less common are Bluetooth and IRDA. Wi-Fi is used to connect to the internet. USB is used to connect your phone to a computer. Many phones also have Bluetooth. It is used to connect wireless headphones, to connect the phone to wireless speakers, and to transfer files. A smartphone equipped with an IRDA interface can be used as a universal remote control. Glossary for the category Mobile Phones

Wi-Fi 802.11n, Wi-Fi Direct, Bluetooth 4.0, USB satellite navigation

Built-in GPS and GLONASS modules allow you to determine the phone's coordinates from satellite signals. In the absence of GPS, a modern smartphone can determine its own location based on signals from the base stations of a mobile operator. However, finding coordinates from satellite signals is usually much more accurate. Glossary for the category Mobile Phones

GPS/GLONASS A-GPS system yes

Memory and processor

CPU

Modern phones and smartphones usually use special processors - SoC (System on Chip, system on a chip), which, in addition to the processor itself, houses the graphics core, memory controller, I / O device controller, etc. Therefore, the processor largely determines the set of functions and device performance.Other features