Samsung has added another interesting option to its lineup with the all-new Samsung I9190 Galaxy S4 mini, and on paper it looks like a device that wants to be your daily driver. Announced in 2013, May. Released 2013, July, it arrives at a time when the competition is as tight as ever.
Design & Display
On the front you get a 4.3 inches, 51.0 cm 2 (~66.7% screen-to-body ratio) panel, pushing a resolution of 540 x 960 pixels, 16:9 ratio (~256 ppi density), and in real-world use it looks bright, crisp and easy on the eyes. In terms of design, the Samsung I9190 Galaxy S4 mini keeps things modern and comfortable to hold. You can pick it up in a few finishes, including White Frost.
Performance & Software
At the heart of it sits the Qualcomm MSM8930AB Snapdragon 400 (28 nm), paired with 5GB of RAM. That combination should handle day-to-day multitasking and most games without breaking a sweat. It runs Android 4.2.2 (Jelly Bean), upgradable to 4.4.2 (KitKat) out of the box, so the software experience feels current.
Camera
On the camera side, the Samsung I9190 Galaxy S4 mini is led by a 8 MP main sensor. Point-and-shoot results are reliable, and that is exactly what most buyers want.
Battery
There is a Li-Ion 1900 mAh, removable battery inside, and that is a healthy number that keeps range anxiety at bay.
Our Opinion
So, what do we actually make of the Samsung I9190 Galaxy S4 mini? This is a phone that does not try to be the flashiest option on the shelf, and honestly that works in its favour. It gets the basics right, offering 5G connectivity, a dependable main camera, a crisp display, which is exactly what most buyers are really after. For someone who simply wants a dependable daily driver that will not let them down halfway through the day, this ticks a lot of boxes. There are rivals that beat it in one area or another, as is always the case in this segment. Overall though, the Samsung I9190 Galaxy S4 mini is easy to recommend to the right buyer. If you have used this device or are planning to pick one up, do let us know your thoughts in the comments section below.
