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The new V2+ also comes with a Quad Core Processor 1.3 Ghz while the V2 only had MTK duad core processor of dual-core 1.3 GHz

Tonderai Rutsito Techspot
Astro has released various devices on the market since they officially launched and it has not been easy to pick out some outstanding features from their recent devices.

I managed to get hold of their latest offering, a smartphone with a very powerful camera that produces clear and elegant images. It is a Sony 18mp back camera, which can compete against any renowned brands. It’s complemented by a flash that will be useful in instances where there is low light.

However, the front camera is still a disappointment as it’s only a 2mp, which is just a standard for “selfies”, while the V2 only had a 13Mp camera.

Their new Astro V2+, an upgrade of the V2, has more features outside the normal hardware review I usually delve on; they have added an app that will definitely change your life!

I fell in love with their offline GPS application which can locate my exact position and can direct you anywhere in Zimbabwe and it does not cost you a dime! Astro have preloaded the Sygic application, which you will not be able to download for free with full features on your own, hence it becomes a very important must have feature on the Astro V2+

GPS technology is a satellite-based service that does not require your mobile network operator but uses satellites to show you maps and direction of any place under the sun.

With this feature you will never get lost neither will you need directions to go anyway, all you need to do is to ask for the address and the app will complete the puzzle for you.

The new V2+ also comes with a Quad Core Processor 1.3 Ghz while the V2 only had MTK duad core processor of dual-core 1.3 GHz. The predecessor had a 16 GB storage of internal storage while the processing memory is locked at 1GB RAM, while the new V2+ has the same storage, it has doubled up the memory to make the device much more faster at 2g RAM.

The operating system is another upgrade with Android – 4.4 KitKat preinstalled on the gadget one notch up from the android 4.3 on on the Virtual 2.

The battery life is an average normal smartphone standard with 2300mAh which can only take you through a full day or maybe two days at most for those who do not indulge in heavy cellphone usage.

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