Xiaomi Redmi 2: Affordable Smartphone with Improved Specifications
Xiaomi has once again tried its luck in the Indonesian market with the release of Redmi 2 smartphone. This device brings an improvement in its specifications but still comes with an affordable price tag. The Redmi 2 was launched in Indonesia in early April and is priced at Rp 1,599,000 – just around Rp 100,000 more than the Redmi 1s. This price is very reasonable considering the specifications it offers. If you have purchased this smartphone, you may encounter some minor issues while using it. This is normal since there is no perfect smartphone. In this article, we will discuss some tips and tricks to overcome various problems that may arise while using the Redmi 2.
Specifications:
– Display: IPS LCD 4.7 inches, 720 x 1280 pixels (312 ppi)
– Internal Memory: 8/16 GB, 1/2 GB RAM
– External Memory: MicroSD, up to 32 GB
– Chipset: Qualcomm MSM8916 Snapdragon 410 “64-bit”
– CPU: Quad-Core 1.2 GHz, Cortex-A53
– GPU: Adreno 306
– Operating System: Android OS v4.4 (KitKat)
– Main Camera: 8 MP, 3264 x 2448 pixels
– Camera Features: LED flash, OmniVision sensor, Aperture F/2.2, 28mm wide-angle, real-time HDR mode, ISO setting, scene detection, exposure compensation, white balance setting, 10 seconds continuous shooting, real-time filters
– Front Camera: 2 MP, video record 720p@30fps
– Battery: Li-Polymer 2200 mAh
– Network: 4G LTE
The Redmi 2 comes with 4G LTE network support. However, the LTE network is still in development in Indonesia and is expected to be completed by the end of this year. But do not worry about network issues as all operators will eventually use the LTE 1800 network, which both versions of Redmi 2 support. Currently, the Redmi 2 sold in Indonesia consists of two versions – 2014817 and 2014811. The 2014817 version is a device with an official guarantee and supports LTE networks at 1800, 2600, and 900 MHz frequencies. At the same time, version 2014811 has a distributor guarantee and supports LTE networks at 1800 and 2100 MHz frequencies. Telkomsel uses the LTE 900 frequency in Indonesia, while XL uses the 1800 network.
One of the common problems faced by Redmi 2 users is with notifications from BBM, LINE, and WhatsApp. To fix this, go to the Notifications app and allow these applications to run in your device’s background. Make sure that no apps are allowed to be closed or disabled. Also, enable Auto-Start applications in Security> Permissions> Auto-Start.
In conclusion, Xiaomi Redmi 2 is an excellent budget smartphone with increasingly better specifications and features compared to its predecessor. Despite some minor issues and complexities, this smartphone offers excellent value for money. With the tips and tricks mentioned above, you can resolve some of the common problems that you may face while using this device.
