Friday, July 12, 2013

Full specification, review and details of Canvas 2, Canvas 2 plus, Canvas 3 HD, Canvas 4 and Andi 4.7g Cobalt

Hi Friends,

Micromax is gaining popularity and emerging as a market leader in budget smart phone arena. Definitely not comparable with Samsung or Iphone but micromax has given a tough competition to these companies. Now, Micromax holds position as world's 12th largest smartphone company.

To remind again, n this phone, I am not going to compare this phone with Samsung Galaxy S3 or Samsung Galaxy S4 or Iphone. There is no comparison at all and never look for the comparison too. As I suggested in my previous posting, decide your need and check whether this phone match those requirement.

My description and analysis about this phone is unique as instead of doing copy paste, I have gone through technical detail of the phone specification so a common man can also understand the specification and whether he/ she really need it.


When i compared, I found Canvas 4 is best amongst them and Andi 4.7G cobalt is behind in technical specification such as low power RAM, weight and overall design.



Mobile model
Canvas 2 A110
Canvas 2 plus A110Q
Canvas 3 A116 HD
Canvas 4
Andi Cobalt
Remarks
Price:
Rs. 9135 to 10,000
10700-13000
12800- 16000
17000-18000
16950-16990
The quadracore makes this phone much faster for using application, video, game and multi function
Specification





The RAM is lesser, it should have been at least 2 GB
Processor Core
1 GHZ dual core
1.2 GHz Quad Core
1.2 GHz Quad Core
1.2 GHz Quad Core
1.2 GHz Quad Core
This is one of the bestfeature this phone has. LP (Low Power) DDR2 RAM consumes around 87% less power compared to DDR3 RAM and also it is faster.
RAM
512 MB DDR2
1 GB DDR3
1 GB DDR3
1 GB
1 GB
The internal memory is sufficient considering the need.
RAM type
DDR2
DDR3
DDR3
LP DDR2
LP DDR3

Internal memory
4 GB, 2 GB user available
4 GB (1.5 GB user available)
4 GB (1.5 GB user available)
16 GB out of which 2.4 GB is alreadyutilise for APPS and rest 10 GB available for other usage
16 GB out of which 2 GB is already utilisefor APPS and rest 10 GB available for other usage
The larger screen side is good for reading, video watching and photo purpose.
External Memory
Expandable 32 GB
Expandable 32 GB
Expandable 32 GB
32 GB Micro SD card
32 GB Micro SD card
It is better than the 1080p and defines it as a full HD mobile phone for better picture and video quality.
Screen size

5"
5"
5"
4.7"
This is the latest android OS hence good. It can support all the new OS being developed and it has a better interface.
Screen display type
IPS LCD capacitive touchscreen,
IPS LCD capacitivetouchscreen, 16M colors
IPS LCD capacitivetouchscreen, 16.7 M colors
HD, IPS display 16.7 Million, 1920*1080p
(4.7”)IPS HD (720P) 1280x720 (312 PPI) Display
The rear camera is mainly used for video call and video chat. 5 MPcamera is more than enough for the purpose. However, if you are using a 2G network, you may not be able to use the skype or similar video calling function. However, it is good if you use atwi-finetwork and 3G network. 5 MP ofMicromaxmeans around 2 MP of brands like Sony and Samsung.
Operating System
Android OS, v4.0.4 (Ice Cream Sandwich), upgradable to v4.1.1 (Jelly Bean)
Android 4.1.2
Android 4.1.2
Android 4.2.1
Android 4.2.1

Rear camera
0.3 Mega Pixels Camera
2 Mega Pixels Camera with Digital Zoom
2 Mega Pixels Camera with Digital Zoom
5 MP with FF
5 MP with Auto Focus
The 13 MPcamera is good enough for picture, as it is loaded with various function like from bottom to top panorama function, it helps to shoot picture of tall buildings and bigger scenes. The BSI function also helps in getting better picture in low light condition.
Back camera
8.0 Mega Pixels with Auto Focus and Dual LED Flash
8.0 Mega Pixels with Auto Focus and Dual LED Flash
8.0 Mega Pixels with Auto Focus and Dual LED Flash
13 MP 5 lns array with auto focus
12 MP 5 lns array with auto focus
Better picture quality,
Camera Function
autofocus, dual-LED flash
Features Geo-tagging, touch focus, face detection
3264 x 2448 pixels, autofocus, dual-LED flash
Features Geo-tagging, touch focus, face detection
1280X720,.3gp(HD)pixels, autofocus, dual-LED flash
Features Geo-tagging, touch focus, face detection
Bottom to top panorama, 6+ facedetecton, Scene mode, 99 Continous(Burst) mode, Smile detection,Photosolid, High Dynamic Range Synthesis, 4 direction Panorama, Effects
enhanced 12MP Auto-Focus Camera with Dual LED flash
This is the lower power consuming Graphic Processing Unit processor, good for gaming and better video experience.
Video type
SD
1280X720p full HD
1280X720p full HD
HD (full HD)
HD (full HD)
This resolution is similar of Samsung Galaxy S4
GPU
PowerVR SGX531
PowerVR Series5XT
 PowerVR SGX544MP2
 PowerVR 5XT GPU
 PowerVR 5XT GPU
Considering the people who are using mobile phone a lot and travelling, this ForillaGlass is good as it protects screen from scratches.
Screen resolution
480x854 pixel
480 x 854 pixels, 5.0 inches (~196 ppipixel density)
1280X720 Pixels
720 x 1280 at 294ppi
1280x720 (312 PPI)
It should have been more however due to LP DDR2 RAM, still it is better.
Corning Goriila Glass
No
No
Yes
Yes
No
Good one
Battery capacity
 2000 mAh battery
 2000 mAh battery
 2000 mAh battery
2000 mAh
22 mAH
It should have been with an auto upgrade option for future OS
Battery type
Li-Ion
Li-Ion
Li-Ion
Li-Ion
Li-Ion
Not bulky but 28 gmsheavier than Samsung Galaxy S4
Auto OS upgradation
Yes
No
No
No
No
One of the best
Weight
168 g
164 g
164 g
158 GMS
400 gms
Not a major issue if it does not support other format, there is always option to download a software from android market
Video recording
Yes, 3264 x 2448 pixels SD
Yes, 720p HD (not full HD)
1280X720p full HD
Yes, HD 1920 X 1080 p
1280x720 (312 PPI)
Not a major issue if it does not support other format, there is always option to download a software from android market
Video format supported
3GP, MP4, AVI
3GP, MP4, AVI
3GP, MP4, AVI
3GP, MP4, AVI
3GP, MP4, AVI
They should have come with morecolouroptions.
Audio form supported
MP3, MIDI, AAC, AMR, WAV
MP3, MIDI, AAC, AMR, WAV
MP3, MIDI, AAC, AMR, WAV
MP3, MIDI, AAC, AMR, WAV
MP3, MIDI, AAC, AMR, WAV

Colours available
Black, White
Black, White
Black, White
Grey, White
Brown

Connectivity





It is same as of Galaxy S4 however this phone does not support 4G LTE
FM
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
yes
Good enough
3G
Yes, HSDPA 2100 download
Yes, HSDPA 2100 download
Yes, HSDPA 2100 download
HSPA 11 MBPS upload, 42 MBPS download
HSPA 11 MBPS upload, 42 MBPS download

Bluetooth
Yes, v3.0 with A2DP
Yes, v4.0 with A2DP
Yes, v4.0 with A2DP
Yes, v4.0 with A2DP
Yes, v4.0 with A2DP
A drawback
Wi-fi
Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, Wi-Fi hotspot
Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, Wi-Fi hotspot
Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, Wi-Fi hotspot
Yes, Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, Wi-Fi hotspot
Yes, Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, Wi-Fi hotspot
Good enough
4G
No
no
Yes
yes
Yes
Good advantage however the problem withMicromaxdual SIM is, sometime, it does not detect the second SIM and always shows “not reachable”
USB
Yes, microUSB v2.0, USB On-the-go
Yes, microUSB v2.0, USB On-the-go
Yes, microUSB v2.0, USB On-the-go
3.0 , 5 PIN
Yes, USB Port, microUSB
This is the good feature so phone becomes usable in international roaming too.
SIM type
Dual SIM
Dual SIM
Dual SIM
Dual SIM
Yes
This is another good advantage as compared similar to Samsung Galaxy S4
Band
Dual band GSM 900 / 1800
Quadra Band- 900/1800/1900/850 MHz + 2100 MHz
Dual band GSM 900 / 1800
Quadra Band- 900/1800/1900/850 MHz + 2100 MHz
Quadra Band: GSM 900 / 1800 / UMTS 2100 | GSM 900 / 1800 MHz
This feature is good as aluminum body act as an antenna and provides better network and connectivity. This is the additionaladvathae of the phone. Similarly, it helps more in FM connectivity too.  
Sensor
Accelerometer,  Gravity Sensor
Accelerometer, Proximity Sensor, Light Sensor, Gravity Sensor
Accelerometer, Proximity Sensor, Light Sensor, Gravity Sensor
Light Sensor, Proximity Sensor, G-Sensor
Accelerometer, Gyroscope, Compass, Light sensor, Proximity sensor
I do not consider it as a major, desirablefunction, it is again the proximity function.
Body type
Fibre
Fibre
Fibre
8.99 MM anodized alumunium body
Metal body

Other function

NA
NA
Blow to unlock mobile
No


Multi-tasking, Intuitive Text Input and Spell Check, Games, MMS Enabled, Flight Mode, Notifications, Voice Search, Sound Recorder, Bluetooth Tethering, Calendar, Voice Input
Multi-tasking, Intuitive Text Input and Spell Check, Games, MMS Enabled, Flight Mode, Notifications, Voice Search, Sound Recorder, Bluetooth Tethering, Calendar, Voice Input
Multi-tasking, Intuitive Text Input and Spell Check, Games, MMS Enabled, Flight Mode, Notifications, Voice Search, Sound Recorder, Bluetooth Tethering, Calendar, Voice Input
Look away pause- if you are playing a game or watching a video, if you move your eyes, then the video stops
Dual MIC for noise cancellation



Multi-tasking, Intuitive Text Input and Spell Check, Games, MMS Enabled, Flight Mode, Notifications, Voice Search, Sound Recorder, Bluetooth Tethering, Calendar, Voice Input
Multi-tasking, Intuitive Text Input and Spell Check, Games, MMS Enabled, Flight Mode, Notifications, Voice Search, Sound Recorder, Bluetooth Tethering, Calendar, Voice Input
Video multifunction: Preview another video when you are watching a video already
USB OTG (On-The-Go) Function
OTA (Firmware Over-The-Air)
Pop-Up-Play
Flip To Mute
Smart Answer and Shake to Answer
Direct Call
Gesture Unlock Screen
Power Saving Mode
Boot Acceleration
iBall Connect
Built-in Noise Cancellation
Swipe texting





Swipe volume control






Multi screen window: can do two task together






Flip- change mode to silent by flipping






Safety: can block your mobile and swipe the data in case phone get lost






Smart gesture proximity- can receive and make calls by bringing phone close to your ear






Pre bundled software like music hub and access free video download and content for 1 month


Pre-installed apps

M! Live, M! Zone+, Hook Up, Voice Chats, Google, Gmail, Android Market, Widgets, Picasa
M! Live, M! Zone+, Hook Up, Voice Chats, Google, Gmail, Android Market, Widgets, Picasa
Hook Up, kingsoft Office Suite, M! Live, M! Zone +, M! Security, Spuul, Hike,Foneclay, Music Hub, Opera, GMS
Game Hub, NFS, Fruit Devil, Dark man



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