With the Galaxy S III busy grabbing the headlines, a midrange smartphone has been making its way to a number of markets without much fanfare. But you can bet the Samsung Galaxy Ace 2 won't settle for the role of just another sequel.

One thing you didn't say is the 800MHz processor is Dual-Core which extremely good for a mid-range phone. The resolution has improved from the previous Galaxy Aces and Samsung have also included a front-facing camera to this model.

Processor; Resolution; Front-facing camera; Android

The Price

Samsung's Galaxy Ace 2 is more high-end than its last-gen siblings, thanks to its 800MHz dual-core processor and 3.8-inch WVGA screen

Samsung Galaxy Mini 2 – The Mini 2 is a smaller, cheaper handset than the Galaxy Ace 2, but it's perfect if that's all you think you'll need. It features just a basic 3 MP camera and 800MHz of processing power – which should be enough for light phone users.

Samsung Galaxy Ace 2 no longer has the iPhone-like look of its predecessor. It gains more curves on the sides giving it an oval rather than a rectangular form. The home button located below the display is thinner and again, curvier than before.

The Samsung Galaxy Ace 2 is an impressive mid-range phone, delivering the power of Android without any major compromises.

Had the S2, but sold it. Bought this instead. The screen is clear, good in call volume and reception. Found that battery life is stronger. Tried the video recorder and the picture and sound quality were better than expected. Music player is fantastic and won't let you down.

this phone has front cam facility, so more indian buyer will be attracted for purchasing this phone

front cam; Android os

Lack of dual sim

is likely to steal most of the headlines this year but the company continues to expand its entire Galaxy range - even its budget models. The Galaxy Ace 2 is the successor to the and comes with a more powerful processor and a better screen.

Improved screen; More memory and bigger battery; Dual-core processor

No Ice Cream Sandwich software; No Australian release details

Samsung's rumoured Galaxy S III Android phone is likely to steal most of the headlines this year but the company continues to expand its entire Galaxy range — even its budget models. The Galaxy Ace 2 is the successor to the original Galaxy Ace and comes with a more powerful processor and a better screen.

The Samsung Galaxy Ace 2 is the successor to the original Galaxy Ace. It improves on the original thanks to a better screen with a higher resolution, more internal memory and a bigger battery. The fact it comes without Ice Cream Sandwich software, however, is disappointing.

Improved screen; More memory and bigger battery; Dual-core processor;

No Ice Cream Sandwich software; No Australian release details;