Samsung Galaxy Ace 2
Key specs
Critic consensus
“It's not the cheapest, it's not the most expensive and it's not the worst performer, nor is it the best. The Ace 2 is middle of the road, but that's a good thing. It's solid, works well and lacks the nonsense that drags other phones down. If you're offered this handset by your operator as an upgrade, you could do worse than accept.”
“We really like the Galaxy Ace 2 and prefer it to the more expensive Galaxy S Advance. Yes, it has a smaller screen, but the Ace 2’s display is still big enough to watch video and browse the web comfortably. If we had to buy a new smartphone tomorrow, on a fairly tight budget, it would be the Galaxy Ace 2.”
Watch before you decide
In Depth
The mid-range Samsung Galaxy Ace 2 has proven itself to be a good choice for those who don’t want to spend too much on a smartphone and are looking for bang on their buck. It may not have the fastest multi-core processor, or even the latest version of the Android OS, but it somehow manages to shine amidst the great number of options available.
The Ace features a 3.8-inch 480×800 touchscreen display, 4GB storage, 768MB RAM, a 5MP camera, and Android 2.3 Gingerbread. Its wireless features include GPS with A-GPS, Bluetooth 3.0, and 802.11 b/g/n Wi-Fi. The on-board “brain” which is supposed to keep things under control, is an 800MHz dual-core NovaThor U8500 CPU. Not the fastest, but capable enough.
Notably absent is NFC and wireless charging. And if you’re worrying about the default OS being a little outdated, you should know that an official upgrade to Android 4.1 Jelly Bean is actually on its way.
The individual features may not be as great as some people might expect, but most reviewers agree the overall package is pretty solid.
Need to Know: Samsung Galaxy Ace 2
1. Default operating system can be upgraded from Android 2.3 Gingerbread to Android 4.1 Jelly Bean. (The Good)
2. Lasts for nearly 8 hours of talk time on 3G with the standard battery. (The Good)
3. Uses one of the least powerful mobile processors available today. (The Bad)
4. Limited amount of RAM may present problems during heavy multitasking. (The Bad)
What people actually want to know
How do I delete auto backup photos from my Samsung Galaxy Ace 2?
Auto backup photos from Google Photos or Picasa can be difficult to remove because they sync from the cloud. Follow these steps to permanently delete them:
- Disable auto backup: Go to Settings → Accounts & Sync, select your Google account, and turn off sync for Google Photos.
- Clear Gallery data: Go to Settings → Applications → Manage Applications → All tab → Gallery → Clear data. This removes synced photos from your gallery.
- Delete from cloud: Open the Google Photos app or visit photos.google.com, select the backed up photos, and delete them permanently.
- Hide backup albums (alternative): In Gallery, tap the menu button → Content to display → uncheck “Picasa” or select “Device only” to show only phone photos.
- Restart your phone: This prevents photos from reappearing after clearing data.
Important: Clearing Gallery data only removes synced photos, not photos stored directly on your device. Back up any important photos before clearing data.
If photos keep reappearing: Ensure auto backup is disabled in your Google account settings and that you’ve deleted photos from Google Photos, not just from your phone’s gallery.
When was the Samsung Galaxy Ace 2 released?
The Samsung Galaxy Ace 2 was released on May 22, 2012.
How long does the battery last on the Samsung Galaxy Ace 2?
The Samsung Galaxy Ace 2 has a 1,500 mAh battery.
Does the Samsung Galaxy Ace 2 have a headphone jack?
Yes, the Samsung Galaxy Ace 2 has a 3.5mm headphone jack.
Does the Samsung Galaxy Ace 2 have NFC?
Yes, the Samsung Galaxy Ace 2 has NFC. You can use Google Wallet, Apple Pay, and tap-to-pair with Bluetooth accessories.
Where can I get support for the Samsung Galaxy Ace 2?
Visit Samsung's official support page for warranty info, repairs, and troubleshooting.
Where can I download the Samsung Galaxy Ace 2 manual?
You can view and download the Samsung Galaxy Ace 2 manual on our dedicated manual page.
Questions & answers
Have a question about the Samsung Galaxy Ace 2? Ask it here and we'll email you as soon as someone answers. Readers have answered 5,000 questions across PhoneCompass.
Finish the security check above to post your question.
Your name shows with your question.
✓ Question submitted. We'll notify you when someone answers.
We sent a verification link to . Click it to publish your question.
Can't find it? Check your spam folder.
How it compares
New phones, honest scores.
One email when something worth knowing changes. No deal spam, no filler.