When I traded in my Galaxy Note for the second generation of the phone, everybody around me was like “What, you are going to get an even bigger one? What are you going to do with a portable TV?” Soon thereafter, though, they learned to love it as much as I do. A phone with a large screen is not a choice that everyone would make but perhaps it may help if i give some reasons why I made that choice and what the pros and cons are.
Laura Ginn is a contributor at uSwitch.com, the leading price comparison website in the UK. She is passionate about technology and the aim of her gadget reviews is to help customers decide on which smartphone or tablet will suit their needs. She is the proud owner of a Samsung Galaxy Note 2.
Why The Screen Makes A Difference
A big screen is not enough to make a phablet a hit – just have a look at the LG Intuition. It is good software that can make a difference between a top-notch phone and a mediocre one, and the Note 2 has what it takes to be classified among the best smartphones on today’s market:- Multi-Window. The Multi-Window view lets users put two or more windows on the same screen. You can, for instance, take notes while you are watching a video, or browse the web and be in a conference with your friends on Skype.
- Pop-ups. The Note 2 also offers a pop-up video player and a pop-up browser that lets you watch a video or surf the web on top of another application.
- Dual-pane views. Some screens come with split views when in landscape mode. In an email screen, for instance, you can see the list of messages on the left side and a preview of the selected email on the right.
Pros And Cons Of The Galaxy Note 2
Here is a brief overview of the pros and cons of this smartphone.Pros
- Fast mobile broadband connectivity. The phone speaks 4G HSPA+ or LTE.
- Fast and responsive interface powered by a quad-core processor and 2 GB of RAM.
- Software features that enhance the multitasking experience.
- New functionalities for the S Pen (e.g. hover, air view).
- Dual-pane views in the Email, Contacts or Messaging screens.
- Image sharing features introduced in the Galaxy S3.
- Long battery life.
Cons
- It’s too large for some peoples’ tastes. Then again, there are people who would rather drive a Smart Fortwo than a Hummer, so who am I to judge?
- Awkward to hold to your face when making a phone call; a Bluetooth headset could be necessary.
- Glossy screen, so it’s hard to use outside in very bright light. This is a major issue with most smartphones these days though, and I would so much like a screen with something like Amazon’s e-Ink technology.
- Regarding its size, many have argued that it’s too large to be carried in a pocket. This is not exactly true – it does fit more pockets, it’s just that it’s a bit uncomfortable. I have seen guys who carry it in the same pocket with a wallet and the car keys and aren’t complaining. The only problem might be with ladies with skin-tight jeans – but the phone fits in any kind of purse easily.
Laura Ginn is a contributor at uSwitch.com, the leading price comparison website in the UK. She is passionate about technology and the aim of her gadget reviews is to help customers decide on which smartphone or tablet will suit their needs. She is the proud owner of a Samsung Galaxy Note 2.
