Launch report · Samsung
Galaxy Ace: A hugely popular entry Android that brought smartphones to the masses.
SpecEagle Editorial·Feb 2011·$300·Score 34/100
The Galaxy Ace was one of the phones that democratised Android — an affordable, iPhone-styled entry smartphone with a decent 5 MP camera that sold in huge numbers across emerging markets. It introduced millions of people to their first smartphone.
Key specs at launch
Display
3.5" LCD
OS
Android 2.2
Memory
278 MB · microSD
Main cam
5 MP
Battery
1,350 mAh
Weight
113 g
What stands out
- Affordable gateway to Android.
- 5 MP autofocus camera was good for entry.
- Removable battery + microSD.
- Sold enormously worldwide.
What to watch
- 278 MB RAM was cramped even then.
- HVGA screen.
- 800 MHz single-core.
- Limited app storage.
The phone it has to beat
LG Optimus One P500
$200 · score 64/100