Take a look at the performance of the Samsung Galaxy A54, and find out how well the Exynos 1380 performs against the competition!
Samsung Galaxy A54 : Powered By Exynos 1380
The Samsung Galaxy A54 runs on the Samsung Exynos 1380 mobile platform that was officially launched on 23 February 2023.
Fabricated on the latest 4nm process technology, the Exynos 1380 comes with an Arm Mali-G68 MP5 GPU, as well as eight processor cores in a dual-cluster architecture :
four Arm Cortex-A78 high-performance cores, and
four Arm Cortex-A55 low-power cores, and
On paper, this is a powerful mid-range mobile platform, but let’s take a look at how it actually performs!
We first tested the Galaxy A54 Ultra using PCMark, which simulates work applications like web browsing, playing video, writing text and editing photos.
Work 3.0
S23
Ultra
Galaxy
A54
S22
Ultra
S21
Ultra
Galaxy
A52
Mobile Platform
SD 8
Gen 2
Exynos
1380
SD 8
Gen 1
Exynos
2100
SD
750G
Performance Score
16408
13523
12860
12535
7874
Web Browsing
15680
10659
10442
10185
7021
Video Editing
7879
7363
7444
6336
5693
Writing
22257
17485
15471
15247
7454
Photo Editing
35533
28805
30177
37847
15812
Data Manipulation
12171
11443
9691
8310
6424
Will you look at that?! The Samsung Exynos 1380 that powers the Galaxy A54 actually beat Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 which powered the Galaxy S22 Ultra.
It was also just 17.5% slower than the latest flagship Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 mobile SoC that powers the new Galaxy S23 Ultra flagship smartphone!
For gaming, we tested the Galaxy A54 using 3DMark, with these results :
3DMark
S23
Ultra
S22
Ultra
Z Flip
3
Note20
Ultra
Galaxy
A54
Device
SD 8
Gen 2
SD 8
Gen 1
SD
888
Exynos
990
Exynos
1380
Sling Shot Unlimited
16344
11094
9248
8026
6195
Wild Life Unlimited
14554
9106
3952
4504
2860
Wild Life
Extreme
Unlimited
3814
2220
1174
1387
799
This is where the Samsung Galaxy A54’s Exynos 1380 falls short – it is just not very good at gaming!
It was 23% to 42% slower than the Exynos 990, and 28% to 32% slower than the Snapdragon 888!
That does not mean it’s bad for gaming. It can certainly handle most games. It just won’t be able to deliver high frame rates in graphically-demanding 3D games like Genshin Impact, Black Desert Mobile, etc.
Samsung Galaxy A54 : Overall Performance
We then tested the Galaxy A54 using AnTuTu, yielding these results :
AnTuTu
S23
Ultra
S22
Ultra
S21
Ultra
Galaxy
A54
Galaxy
A52
Device
SD 8
Gen 2
SD 8
Gen 1
Exynos
2100
Exynos
1380
SD
750G
AnTuTu Score
1212174
889167
624411
522411
341908
CPU
261886
203090
166290
153230
105098
GPU
538823
402617
258995
149596
88068
Memory
236163
146002
120805
86578
60642
UX
175302
137458
78321
133007
88100
According to the AnTuTu benchmark, the Samsung Galaxy A54 is about 53% faster than the Galaxy A52, and only 16% slower than the Galaxy S21 Ultra.
What’s important to note is that the Exynos 1380’s CPU is fast, coming within 8% of the Exynos 2100. However, it has a relatively weak GPU, and slower memory than the flagship-class mobile platforms in this comparison.
Samsung Galaxy A54 : Performance Summary
Built around the Samsung Exynos 1380, the Galaxy A54 smartphone has a very fast CPU, but a relatively weak GPU.
What that means is that it offers snappy performance for most part – web browsing, work applications, casual gaming, etc.
It only has trouble delivering high frame rates for graphics-intensive 3D games, and AI or 3D apps may take longer to process in comparison to flagship devices.
But that’s what you need to keep in mind – the Exynos 1380 is a mid-range mobile platform, not a flagship-class. And it is a fast one.
Samsung Galaxy A54 : Price + Availability
The Samsung Galaxy A54 smartphone is available in three main colours with a glossy finish :
Awesome Graphite
Awesome Violet
Awesome Lime
The Samsung Galaxy A54 comes with 8 GB of RAM, and 256 GB of storage, with the option to add a microSD card in the hybrid SIM tray. It is covered by a 2-year warranty, with the following launch prices:
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Take a look at the battery recharging speed of the new Samsung Galaxy A54, and find out how its two refresh rate options affect its battery life!
Samsung Galaxy A54 : Two Fixed Refresh Rate Options
The new Samsung Galaxy A54 offers two refresh rate options (Settings > Display > Motion smoothness) :
Adaptive : Get smoother animation and scrolling by automatically adjusting your screen refresh rate up to 120 Hz.
Standard : Get longer battery life by automatically adjusting your screen refresh rate up to 60 Hz.
Although the description seems to suggest that the display switches dynamically between 1 Hz to 120 Hz like the Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra, that’s not true.
By turning on the frame rate counter, we can see that the Galaxy A54 switches between two fixed refresh rates – 60 Hz or 120 Hz in the Dynamic mode, and uses just 60 Hz in the Standard mode.
The true Adaptive refresh rate offered in the Galaxy S23 Ultra is variable, changing from 1 Hz to 120 Hz according to the situation. This not only reduces power consumption, it also prevents “screen tearing” – a visual artifact that occurs when the game frame rate does not match the display’s refresh rate.
In the next section, we will look at how the two refresh rate options affect the Galaxy A54’s battery life.
To test its battery life, we turned off Automatic Brightness, and set its display brightness to 50%.
Why 50%? That is actually slightly higher than the average indoor brightness level of 40% during the day, and is what we usually use in all our mobile battery life tests.
It is important to fix the brightness level, to make sure the screen brightness does not change as the ambient brightness changes.
We then ran the PCMark Work 3.0 battery life test until its battery capacity dropped to 20% several times, and this was the best result we obtained with 60 Hz and 120 Hz refresh rates :
Not bad at all! The Samsung Galaxy A54 has a battery life of 12.5 hours with Adaptive refresh rate enabled, and almost 14 hours with the Standard refresh rate. That’s equal to the Galaxy S22 Ultra at the Standard refresh rate, and 16.7%better at the Adaptive refresh rate.
But let’s also compare its battery life at 60 Hz and 120 Hz, against the S23 Ultra, S22 Ultra and Z Flip 3 smartphones.
Standard Refresh Rate (60 Hz)
The Samsung Galaxy A54 lasted almost 14 hours with the refresh rate set to 60 Hz. But it isn’t quite as efficient as the new S23 Ultra, or even last year’s S22 Ultra.
Work 3.0
S23 Ultra
(60 Hz)
S22 Ultra
(60 Hz)
Galaxy A54
(60 Hz)
Z Flip 3
(60 Hz)
Battery Capacity
5,000 mAh
5,000 mAh
5,000 mAh
3,300 mAh
Battery Life
15 hrs 18 mins
14 hrs 15 mins
13 hrs 57 mins
8 hrs 11 mins
Utilisation
per min.
4.36 mAh
4.68 mAh
4.78 mAh
5.38 mAh
Adaptive Refresh Rate (120 Hz)
Will you look at that! The Samsung Galaxy A54 was about 13.6% more efficient than the S22 Ultra with the Adaptive refresh rate enabled, coming within 8% of the power efficiency of the S23 Ultra.
Based on what we see here, I definitely recommend turning on the Adaptive Refresh Rate on the Galaxy A54, unless you absolutely need the extra 1.5 hours of battery life.
Work 3.0
S23 Ultra
(120 Hz)
Galaxy A54
(120 Hz)
S22 Ultra
(120 Hz)
Z Flip 3
(120 Hz)
Battery Capacity
5,000 mAh
5,000 mAh
5,000 mAh
3,300 mAh
Battery Life
13 hrs
0 mins
12 hrs 25 mins
10 hrs
38 mins
6 hrs
44 mins
Utilisation
per min.
5.13 mAh
5.52 mAh
6.27 mAh
6.53 mAh
Samsung Galaxy A54 : Battery Recharging Speed!
The Samsung Galaxy A54 supports up to 25 watts of wired fast charging, but unfortunately, does not come with the charger in-the-box.
So we relied on the standard 15 watt Samsung fast charger than shipped with their previous smartphones – something we believe most users will end up doing.
Work 3.0
S22 Ultra
S23 Ultra
Galaxy A54
Z Flip 3
Battery Capacity
3,300 mAh
5,000 mAh
5,000 mAh
3,300 mAh
Charger Output
15 watts
15 watts
15 watts
15 watts
Battery Life
64.5 minutes
88.8 minutes
120.7 minutes
88.5 minutes
Recharging Speed
(per minute)
62.0 mAh
45.0 mAh
33.1 mAh
29.8 mAh
The Samsung Galaxy A54 fully recharges from 20% to 100% in just over 2 hours with the standard 15 watt Samsung charger. Oddly enough, this is significantly (36%) slower than the S23 Ultra.
I have no idea whether this was an intentional design decision to reduce the Galaxy A54’s thermal output while charging, or to further differentiate it from the much pricier Galaxy S23 Ultra.
In any case, the Galaxy A54 has a good battery life : recharging ratio of 7:1. As a rule of thumb, for every hour of battery life, you only need to recharge it for 8.5 minutes.
Samsung Galaxy A54 : Price + Availability
The Samsung Galaxy A54 comes with 8 GB of RAM, and 256 GB of storage, with the option to add a microSD card in the hybrid SIM tray. It is covered by a 2-year warranty, with the following launch prices:
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Samsung just launched the Galaxy A54 smartphone, and here is our unboxing and hands-on preview!
Samsung Galaxy A54 : Quick Overview
The Galaxy A54 is Samsung’s latest mid-range smartphone, built around the Samsung Exynos 1380 mobile platform, which features:
four Arm Cortex-A78 high-performance cores,
four Arm Cortex-A55 low-power cores, and
an Arm Mali-G68 MP5 GPU
It has a large 6.4-inch Super AMOLED display, with a Full HD+ resolution of 1080 x 2340 pixels. This display is capable of supporting a refresh rate of up to 120 Hz for smoother graphics.
Hidden in its display is a punch hole camera, with a 32 MP sensor and an f/2.2 aperture. At the back, it sports a triple camera system, that consists of:
a 50 MP main camera, with f/1.8 aperture,
a 12 MP ultra-wide angle camera, with f/2.2 aperture, and
a 5 MP macro camera, with f/2.4 aperture
All that is powered by a large 5,000 mAh battery, which supports up to 25 watt fast charging.
On top of that, Samsung guarantees up to 4 generations of OS upgrades, and 5 years of security updates, as well as 2 years of warranty for the Galaxy A54!
Samsung Galaxy A54 : Unboxing
The Samsung Galaxy A54 smartphone comes in a thin white cardboard box, which tells you that it definitely does not come with a USB charger inside.
It is protected by two security stickers. Please make sure they are intact when you receive the box. Do not accept it, if any of the security stickers have been cut or tampered with.
After cutting the security stickers and taking off the top of the box, you will find the Galaxy A54 smartphone wrapped in plastic.
But don’t chuck away the box cover yet. Hidden underneath is a cardboard packet containing its documents and accessories.
Once you remove everything, you should find these items inside the box:
Samsung Galaxy A54 smartphone
One set of documents : Quick Start Guide, warranty card, Samsung Pay leaflet, Regional Lock Guide
Type C to Type C USB cable
SIM tray pin
The package is pretty sparse. There is no USB charger, and no, it doesn’t come with a basic TPU case either.
Samsung Galaxy A54 : Hands-On Of Three Colours Options!
The Samsung Galaxy A54 smartphone is available in three main colours with a glossy finish :
Awesome Graphite
Awesome Violet
Awesome Lime
Samsung also offers an Awesome White colour option in certain countries.
In the following video, I will show you the three main colour options, and give you a closer look at the Galaxy A54 in the Awesome Graphite, Awesome Violet and Awesome Lime colours. Do let us know which you prefer!
Samsung Galaxy A54 : Price + Availability
The Samsung Galaxy A54 comes with 8 GB of RAM, and 256 GB of storage, with the option to add a microSD card in the hybrid SIM tray. It is covered by a 2-year warranty, with the following launch prices:
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He continues to devote countless hours every day writing about tech, medicine and science, in his pursuit of facts in a post-truth world.
Samsung just launched the Galaxy A54 smartphone, and here is our comparison of the three key colours!
Samsung Galaxy A54 : Quick Overview
The Galaxy A54 is Samsung’s latest mid-range smartphone, built around the Samsung Exynos 1380 mobile platform, which features:
four Arm Cortex-A78 high-performance cores,
four Arm Cortex-A55 low-power cores, and
an Arm Mali-G68 MP5 GPU
It has a large 6.4-inch Super AMOLED display, with a Full HD+ resolution of 1080 x 2340 pixels. This display is capable of supporting a refresh rate of up to 120 Hz for smoother graphics.
Hidden in its display is a punch hole camera, with a 32 MP sensor and an f/2.2 aperture. At the back, it sports a triple camera system, that consists of:
a 50 MP main camera, with f/1.8 aperture,
a 12 MP ultra-wide angle camera, with f/2.2 aperture, and
a 5 MP macro camera, with f/2.4 aperture
All that is powered by a large 5,000 mAh battery, which supports up to 25 watt fast charging.
On top of that, Samsung guarantees up to 4 generations of OS upgrades, and 5 years of security updates, as well as 2 years of warranty for the Galaxy A54!
Samsung Galaxy A54 : Three Key Colours Compared!
The new Samsung Galaxy A54 smartphone is available in three main colours with a glossy finish :
Awesome Graphite
Awesome Violet
Awesome Lime
Samsung also offers an Awesome White colour option in certain countries.
In the following video, I will show you the three main colour options, and give you a closer look at the Galaxy A54 in the Awesome Graphite, Awesome Violet and Awesome Lime colours. Do let us know which you prefer!
Samsung Galaxy A54 : Price + Availability
The Samsung Galaxy A54 comes with 8 GB of RAM, and 256 GB of storage, with the option to add a microSD card in the hybrid SIM tray. It is covered by a 2-year warranty, with the following launch prices:
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He continues to devote countless hours every day writing about tech, medicine and science, in his pursuit of facts in a post-truth world.
Samsung just introduced a new Fun Mode for Galaxy A series smartphones!
Take a look at the new Fun Mode, and give it a try!
Samsung Galaxy A Series Gets New Fun Mode!
Samsung is introducing a new Fun Mode in the proprietary camera app of their Galaxy A series smartphones, which adds Snapchat’s AR Lenses!
Samsung Galaxy A series smartphone users will be able to use Fun Mode to add playful, quirky lenses to their photos, turning them into fun and unique content to share with friends, or upload to social media!
Fun Mode is powered by Snap’s Camera Kit, allowing businesses and developers to bring the power of Snap’s augmented reality into their own applications.
Galaxy users are constantly seeking new ways to express their creativity. Samsung is constantly innovating to empower users to do more of what they love.
That is why we continue to grow our partnership with Snap, one of the biggest and most creative augmented reality platforms, so we can explore further improvements and bring one of the best camera experiences to more users.
– Woncheol Chai, EVP and Head of Experience Planning Team at Mobile eXperience Business, Samsung Electronics
Samsung and Snap have been working to offer users around the world more engaging and localized experiences. In 2021, they launched region-specific AR Lenses in India, and since then have expanded to other countries including Germany, Indonesia, Brazil, the Philippines, and Mexico.
Lenses are the way over 250 million Snapchatters engage with augmented reality every day, and we’re thrilled that these experiences delight and resonate with Samsung Galaxy’s community.
Integrating the Camera Kit into Samsung Galaxy’s proprietary camera is an opportunity to collaborate on compelling, local AR experiences and bring them to Galaxy users around the world.
– Ben Schwerin, SVP of Content and Partnerships at Snap.
To make use of Fun Mode, just update the Camera app in your Samsung Galaxy A series smartphone!
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Samsung just sent us their new Galaxy A73 smartphone, and here is our unboxing and hands-on preview!
Samsung Galaxy A73 : What’s Inside The Box!
Samsung just launched their Galaxy A73 mid-range smartphone, which boasts a 108 MP quad-camera system and a large Super AMOLED+ display, at an affordable price point!
They sent one to us to review, so let’s take a look at the box, and see what we find inside!
Once you fully unbox it, this is what you will find :
Samsung Galaxy A73 5G smartphone
Set of Galaxy A73 documents
Type C to Type C USB data and power cable
SIM tray extractor pin
Unfortunately, Samsung did not include a 25 watt charger, and the Type C to Type C cable will only support the newer Samsung chargers.
If you have the older Samsung charger, you will need to reuse the old Type A to Type C cable, or buy a new cable.
Samsung Galaxy A73 : Key Features!
Now, let’s take a closer look at the Samsung Galaxy A73’s key features, as well as our hands-on experience video!
6.7-inch Super AMOLED+ Display
The Samsung Galaxy A73 comes with a large 6.7-inch Super AMOLED+ display.
It has a Full HD+ resolution, and a dynamic refresh rate of up to 120 Hz!
Performance
The Samsung Galaxy A73 runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 778G, which has a triple-tier CPU architecture :
a Kryo 670 Prime core running at up to 2.4 GHz,
three sustained-performance Kryo 670 Gold cores running at up to 2.2 GHz, and
four energy-efficient Kryo 670 Silver cores running at 1.8 GHz
It also comes with a Qualcomm Adreno 642L GPU running at 490 MHz.
Memory + Storage Options
The Samsung Galaxy A73 comes with 8 GB of RAM, and 256 GB of internal flash storage.
The memory capacity can be expanded through the RAM Plus feature, while storage can be expanded through a microSD card (up to 1 TB).
Cameras Galore!
The Samsung Galaxy A73 is targeted at those who love to take photos and videos.
In the front, it has a 32 MP camera with an f/2.2 aperture, and the ability to combine pixels for better low-light performance.
In the back, it has a quad-camera system that consists of :
a 108 MP Dual Pixel camera with f/1.8 aperture
a 12 MP ultra-wide angle camera with f/2.2 aperture
a 5 MP macro camera with f/2.4 aperture, and
a 5 MP depth camera with f/2.4 aperture
IP67 Dust + Water-Resistance!
You will also love the fact that the Galaxy A73 is IP67-rated for dust and water-resistance! That means it can withstand immersion in up to 1 metre of fresh water for up to 30 minutes!
Battery + Charging
The Samsung Galaxy A73 comes with a large 5,000 mAh battery, that supports up to 25 watts of fast charging.
The only downside – Samsung is not providing the 25 watt charger in-the-box.
Samsung Galaxy A73 Specifications
Specifications
Samsung Galaxy A73
Display
6.7-inch Super AMOLED+
– 120 Hz dynamic refresh rate
Protection
IP67
OS
One UI 4.1 (Android 12)
Platform
Qualcomm Snapdragon 778G
CPU
1 x Kryo 670 Prime core (2.4 GHz)
3 x Kryo 670 Gold cores (2.2 GHz)
4 x Kryo 670 Silver cores (1.8 GHz)
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He continues to devote countless hours every day writing about tech, medicine and science, in his pursuit of facts in a post-truth world.
We recently had the opportunity to get some hands-on time with the Samsung Galaxy A53 that was just launched, and here is our hands-on experience!
Samsung Galaxy A53 with 64 MP Quad Camera System!
Samsung just launched their Galaxy A53 mid-range smartphone, which boasts a 64 MP quad-camera system!
We had the exclusive opportunity to get some hands-on time with the Galaxy A53 smartphone recently, and here is our hands-on video experience!
6.5-inch Super AMOLED Display
The Samsung Galaxy A53 comes with a large 6.5-inch Super AMOLED display.
It has a Full HD+ resolution, and a dynamic refresh rate of up to 120 Hz!
Performance
The Samsung Galaxy A53 runs on the new Samsung Exynos 1280 mobile platform, which has a dual-tier CPU architecture :
four sustained-performance ARM Cortex-A78 cores running at up to 2.4 GHz, and
four energy-efficient ARM Cortex-A55 cores running at 2.0 GHz
It also comes with a ARM Mali-G68 GPU running at 1.0 GHz.
Memory + Storage Options
The Samsung Galaxy A53 comes with 8 GB of RAM, and 256 GB of internal flash storage.
The memory capacity can be expanded through the RAM Plus feature, while storage can be expanded through a microSD card (up to 1 TB).
Cameras Galore!
The Samsung Galaxy A53 is targeted at those who love to take photos and videos.
In the front, it has a 32 MP camera, with an f/2.2 aperture and the ability to combine pixels for better low-light performance.
In the back, it has a quad-camera system that consists of :
a 64 MP Dual Pixel camera with f/1.8 aperture
a 12 MP ultra-wide angle camera with f/2.2 aperture
a 5 MP macro camera with f/2.4 aperture, and
a 5 MP depth camera with f/2.4 aperture
IP67 Dust + Water-Resistance!
You will also love the fact that the Galaxy A53 is IP67-rated for dust and water-resistance! That means it can withstand immersion in up to 1 metre of fresh water for up to 30 minutes!
Battery + Charging
The Samsung Galaxy A53 comes with a large 5,000 mAh battery, that supports up to 25 watts of fast charging.
The only downside – Samsung is not providing the 25 watt charger in-the-box.
Samsung Galaxy A53 Specifications
Specifications
Samsung Galaxy A53 5G
Display
6.5-inch Super AMOLED
– 120 Hz dynamic refresh rate
Protection
IP67
OS
One UI 4 (Android 12)
Platform
Samsung Exynos 1280
CPU
2 x ARM Cortex-A78 cores (2.4 GHz)
6 x ARM Cortex-A55 cores (2.0 GHz)
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He continues to devote countless hours every day writing about tech, medicine and science, in his pursuit of facts in a post-truth world.
We recently had the opportunity to get some hands-on time with the Samsung Galaxy A73 that was just launched, and here is our hands-on preview!
Samsung Galaxy A73 with 108 MP Quad Camera System!
Samsung just launched their Galaxy A73 mid-range smartphone, which boasts a 108 MP quad-camera system!
We had the exclusive opportunity to get some hands-on time with the Galaxy A73 smartphone recently, and here is our hands-on video experience!
6.7-inch Super AMOLED+ Display
The Samsung Galaxy A73 comes with a large 6.7-inch Super AMOLED+ display.
It has a Full HD+ resolution, and a dynamic refresh rate of up to 120 Hz!
Performance
The Samsung Galaxy A73 runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 778G, which has a triple-tier CPU architecture :
a Kryo 670 Prime core running at up to 2.4 GHz,
three sustained-performance Kryo 670 Gold cores running at up to 2.2 GHz, and
four energy-efficient Kryo 670 Silver cores running at 1.8 GHz
It also comes with a Qualcomm Adreno 642L GPU running at 490 MHz.
Memory + Storage Options
The Samsung Galaxy A73 comes with 8 GB of RAM, and 256 GB of internal flash storage.
The memory capacity can be expanded through the RAM Plus feature, while storage can be expanded through a microSD card (up to 1 TB).
Cameras Galore!
The Samsung Galaxy A73 is targeted at those who love to take photos and videos.
In the front, it has a 32 MP camera with an f/2.2 aperture, and the ability to combine pixels for better low-light performance.
In the back, it has a quad-camera system that consists of :
a 108 MP Dual Pixel camera with f/1.8 aperture
a 12 MP ultra-wide angle camera with f/2.2 aperture
a 5 MP macro camera with f/2.4 aperture, and
a 5 MP depth camera with f/2.4 aperture
IP67 Dust + Water-Resistance!
You will also love the fact that the Galaxy A73 is IP67-rated for dust and water-resistance! That means it can withstand immersion in up to 1 metre of fresh water for up to 30 minutes!
Battery + Charging
The Samsung Galaxy A73 comes with a large 5,000 mAh battery, that supports up to 25 watts of fast charging.
The only downside – Samsung is not providing the 25 watt charger in-the-box.
Samsung Galaxy A73 Specifications
Specifications
Samsung Galaxy A73
Display
6.7-inch Super AMOLED+
– 120 Hz dynamic refresh rate
Protection
IP67
OS
One UI 4.1 (Android 12)
Platform
Qualcomm Snapdragon 778G
CPU
1 x Kryo 670 Prime core (2.4 GHz)
3 x Kryo 670 Gold cores (2.2 GHz)
4 x Kryo 670 Silver cores (1.8 GHz)
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He continues to devote countless hours every day writing about tech, medicine and science, in his pursuit of facts in a post-truth world.
Check out the three colour options available for the new Samsung Galaxy A73 smartphone!
Samsung Galaxy A73 : Available In 3 Colour Options!
Samsung just launched their Galaxy A73 mid-range smartphone, and it is available in three pastel colours!
We had the exclusive opportunity to check out all three colour options for the Galaxy A73 smartphone recently.
In this video, you will be able to check out all three colour options for yourself. From left to right, they are :
Awesome White
Awesome Mint
Awesome Gray
Awesome Mint is, incidentally, an exclusive colour option for the Galaxy A73 smartphone. It is not available for the Galaxy A53 or the Galaxy A33 smartphones.
For your convenience, here is a comparison of its key specifications :
Specifications
Samsung Galaxy A73
Display
6.7-inch Super AMOLE+
– 120 Hz dynamic refresh rate
Protection
IP67
OS
One UI 4.1 (Android 12)
Platform
Qualcomm Snapdragon 778G
CPU
1 x Kryo 670 Prime core (2.4 GHz)
3 x Kryo 670 Gold cores (2.2 GHz)
4 x Kryo 670 Silver cores (1.8 GHz)
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Check out the four colour options available for the new Samsung Galaxy A53 and Galaxy A33 smartphones!
Samsung Galaxy A53 | A33 : Available In 4 Colour Options!
Samsung just launched their Galaxy A53 and Galaxy A33 mid-range smartphones, and they are available in four pastel colours!
We had the exclusive opportunity to check out all four colour options for the Galaxy A53 and Galaxy A33 smartphones recently.
In this video, you will be able to check out all four colour options for yourself. From left to right, they are :
Awesome Peach
Awesome Blue
Awesome White
Awesome Black
Awesome Peach is, incidentally, an exclusive colour option for the Galaxy A53 and Galaxy A33 smartphones. It is not available for the Galaxy A73 smartphone.
For your convenience, here is a comparison of their key specifications :
Specifications
Galaxy A53
Galaxy A33
Display Size
6.5-inch
6.4-inch
Display Type
Super AMOLED
Dynamic
Refresh Rate
120 Hz
90 Hz
Protection
IP67
OS
One UI 4.1 (Android 12)
Platform
Samsung Exynos 1280
CPU
2 x ARM Cortex-A78 cores (2.4 GHz)
6 x ARM Cortex-A55 cores (2.0 GHz)
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The Samsung Galaxy A52 is designed for the new normal, offering an incredible package of features and performance!
Here is everything you need to know about the new Samsung Galaxy A52 smartphone!
Samsung Galaxy A52 : What You Need To Know!
Designed for the new normal, the Samsung Galaxy A52 offers an incredible package of features and performance!
As Samsung’s official advertisement for the 2021 Galaxy A series says, Awesome Is For Everyone!
6.5-inch Super AMOLED Display
The Samsung Galaxy A52 comes with a large 6.5-inch Super AMOLED display, with a Full HD+ resolution of 1080 x 2400 pixels.
You may be delighted to learn that it not only supports a higher 90 Hz refresh rate, it also has 800 nits of maximum brightness!
The display is also Eye Care-certified, and automatically adjusts its colour temperature to reduce eye fatigue – what Samsung calls Eye Comfort Shield.
1 + 4 Cameras!
The Samsung Galaxy A52 boasts a 32 MP front camera, with a wide f/2.2 aperture.
In the back, it has a quad camera system that consists of :
64 MP main camera, with f/1.8 aperture
12 MP ultra-wide camera, with f/2.2 aperture
5 MP macro camera, with f/2.4 aperture
5 MP depth camera, with f/2.4 aperture
We should point out that the depth camera doesn’t take any photos.. It just obtains depth data to allow for more accurate software bokeh effects.
Samsung Galaxy Ecosystem
The Samsung Galaxy A52 will allow you to be part of the Samsung ecosystem through these features :
SmartThings lets you connect to, and control, smart devices including wearables, tablets, PCs and TVs.
SmartThings Find lets you easily locate paired Galaxy devices, or using the Galaxy SmartTag.
Music Share lets you sync your phone with a friend’s device to share music, without speaker pairing.
Buds Together lets you pair your phone with two sets of Galaxy Buds, to listen together!
Quick Share lets you easily and quickly send pictures and videos of any size to nearby Galaxy devices.
Private Share lets you revoke photos and videos you shared with just a tap!
Security + Protection
The Samsung Galaxy A52 has Samsung Knox built-in, providing you with a defence-grade enclave to store your sensitive information and data.
is IP67-rated against dust- and water-resistance. This protects it against accidental water splashes, and immersion in up to 1 metre of fresh water, for up to 30 minutes.
We should point out that Samsung warns against immersing it in seawater, the swimming pool or in soapy water.
Samsung Galaxy A52 : Specifications
In this table, we compare the specifications of the Galaxy A52 against the Galaxy A72 :
Specifications
Galaxy A72
Galaxy A52
Display Type
Super AMOLED
Display Size
6.7-inch
6.5-inch
Display Resolution
1080 x 2400 pixels
Display Refresh
Up to 90 Hz
Display Brightness
800 nits maximum
Protection
NA
IP Rating
IP67
Operating System
Android 11
Processor
Qualcomm Snapdragon 750G
CPU
2 x Kryo 570 Gold cores (2.3 GHz)
6 x Kryo 570 Silver cores (1.8 GHz)
GPU
Qualcomm Adreno 619
Memory + Storage
8 GB + 256 GB
Storage Expansion
microSD card : up to 1 TB
Front Camera
32 MP camera (f/2.2)
Main Camera
64 MP (f/1.8)
Ultra Wide Camera
12 MP (f/2.2)
Telephoto Camera
8 MP (f/2.4)
–
Macro Camera
5 MP (f/2.4)
Depth Sensor
–
5 MP (f/2.4)
Connectivity
Network : 4G LTE, 3G
Wi-Fi : Wi-Fi 5 (2.4 / 5 GHz)
Bluetooth : BT5.0
USB : USB Type C 2.0
Fingerprint Sensor
Yes, In Display
NFC
Yes
Other Sensors
Accelerometer, Gyro, Geomagnetic,
Hall sensor, Light sensor, Proximity
Audio
AKG stereo speakers
Battery
5,000 mAh
4,500 mAh
Charging
25 W fast charging
Dimensions
77.4 mm wide 165.0 mm tall
8.4 mm thick
75.1 mm wide 159.9 mm tall 8.4 mm thick
Weight
203 g
189 g
Samsung Galaxy A52 : Colour Options
The Samsung Galaxy A52 will come in four colour options – Awesome Violet, Awesome White, Awesome Black and Awesome Blue.
Samsung Galaxy A52 : Price + Availability
The Samsung Galaxy A52 has a launch price of RM1,499 (approx. US$362 / £262 / A$474 / S$487) with 8 GB RAM and 256 GB storage.
Here in Malaysia, it will come with a FREE clear standing cover worth RM109.
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The Samsung Galaxy A31 smartphone is out, offering a large 6.4-inch AMOLED display and 48MP quad camera system at a more affordable price point!
Samsung Galaxy A31 : 48MP Quad Camera System FTW!
The new Samsung Galaxy A31 is a mid-range smartphone, which packs a lot of features at a more affordable price point. A great option during these difficult times.
The Samsung Galaxy A31 boasts a large 6.4-inch Super AMOLED display, with a Full HD+ resolution of 1080 x 2400 pixels.
Powered by the MediaTek Helio P65, it comes with 6 GB of RAM and 128 GB of internal storage. Powering all that is a massive 5,000 mAh battery.
Its other key selling point are its cameras – it comes with a 20 MP front camera, and a 48 MP quad-camera system at the back.
Samsung Galaxy A31 : Specifications
Specifications
Samsung Galaxy A31
Display
6.4-inch Super AMOLED
Display Resolution
1080 x 2400 pixels
Operating System
Android Q
Platform
MediaTek Helio P65
Processor
2 x Cortex-A75 cores (2.0 GHz)
6 x Cortex-A55 cores (1.7 GHz)
4G : LTE Cat13 UL (150 Mbps), Cat7 DL (300 Mbps)
Bluetooth 5.0
WiFi-AC
USB 2.0 Type C
Fingerprint Sensor
On Display
Battery
5,000 mAh
Charging
15 W fast charging
Dimensions
73.1 mm wide
159.3 mm tall
8.6 mm thick
Weight
185 g
Samsung Galaxy A31 : Price + Availability
The Samsung Galaxy A31 is available in three glossy colour options – Prism Crush Black (left), Prism Crush Blue (middle) and Prism Crush White (right).
Here in Malaysia, it is available starting 6 June 2020, with a RRP of RM 1,099 / ~US$257 / ~£203 / ~A$372 / ~S$358. It will come with FREE Samsung Protection Plus (worth RM 119).
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Samsung Malaysia just launched the RayaOkay Challenge, offering you the chance to win a brand-new Samsung Galaxy A51 smartphone!
Here are the Samsung RayaOkay Challenge details, and the three official Samsung RayaOkay videos!
Samsung RayaOkay Challenge : Win A Galaxy A51!
Walaupun raya kita berbeza kali ini, yang tersayang tetap di hati. Hubungan tetap dieratkan, so inilah masanya untuk berawesome-awesomeman!
Jangan bimbang kalau tidak dapat balik kampung, Samsung is bringing us new ways untuk ber-meriah with our friends and family.
With its #RayaOkay challenge, Samsung invites you to express your Raya Joy through dancing, singing, or lip syncing to your favourite Raya song on TikTok, for a chance to win a brand new Samsung Galaxy A51!
Get your Raya On from now till 31st May and spread the festivities in your own way! Malaysian KOLs Nabila Razali, Ismail Izzani, Haqiem Rusli, Sean Lee, and more await your #RayaOkaycreativity too!
Samsung RayaOkay Challenge : How To Join?
Sing / dance/ lip sync to any awesome Raya song
Share your videos on TikTok with the hashtag #RayaOkay and #SamsungMalaysia
Make sure your TikTok profile is set to public
That’s it! The contest ends on 31 May 2020, and the most creative submissions win
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The Samsung Galaxy A71 2020 is here, boasting a large 6.7-inch Infinity-O display with Super AMOLED Plus colour technology, and a quad-camera system!
Find out if the new Samsung Galaxy A71 2020 is the mid-range smartphone you have been waiting for!
Samsung Galaxy A71 2020 : What You Need To Know!
The new Samsung Galaxy A71 2020 smartphone is designed to replaced last year’s Galaxy A8+ smartphone, with a bevy of new design and features inspired by the Galaxy S20.
Performance
The Samsung Galaxy A71 2020 is built around the Qualcomm Snapdragon 730, and comes with 8 GB of RAM and 128 GB of internal storage.
It also offers up to 512 GB of additional storage through a microSD card, and comes with a large 4,500 mAh battery, which supports 25 watt fast charging.
6.7-inch Infinity-O Display with Super AMOLED Plus
The Samsung Galaxy A71 comes with a very large 6.7-inch Infinity-O display, with the Super AMOLED Plus panel, which promises to deliver “real-to-life colour”.
It has very thin bezels, giving you maximum display space in a small form factor. Its 32 MP selfie camera is symmetrically-aligned in a punch hole.
Quad Camera System
At the back, the Samsung Galaxy A71 2020 boasts a new quad camera system, which consists of :
a 64 MP main camera, with f/1.8 aperture,
a 12 MP ultra-wide camera, with f /2.2 aperture,
a 5 MP macro camera, with f/2.4 aperture, and
a 5 MP depth sensor, with f/2.2 aperture
Faster, Better Security
The Samsung Galaxy A71 2020 comes with Samsung Knox built-in, to offer multi-layered security that protects your sensitive information from malware and unauthorised users.
It also comes with a new on-display fingerprint scanner, which is faster and more accurate.
Samsung Galaxy A71 2020 : Specifications
To give you an idea of how much has changed, we compare the new Galaxy A71 2020’s specifications against its predecessor, the Galaxy A8+.
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The Samsung Galaxy A51 is one of the best mid-range smartphones you can buy today, and one of the main reason (in addition to its 32 MP selfie camera) is its combination of 48 MP, Ultra Wide and macro cameras.
In this comparison, we will take a look at the Galaxy A51 cameras, and show you real-life samples of what it is really capable of!
Samsung Galaxy A51 Cameras : A Quick Primer
The Samsung Galaxy A51 is one of the few mid-range smartphones to offer a quad-camera system.
48 MP main camera, with f/2.0 aperture
12 MP ultra wide camera, with f/2.2 aperture
5 MP macro camera, with f/2.4 aperture
5 MP depth sensor, with f/2.2 aperture
Now, the depth sensor does not take photos and is used exclusively to detect distance for Live Focus capability, letting you focus on the subject and adjust the amount of bokeh in the background.
But what’s really important is how this mix of cameras offers the user great flexibility. How? Let us show you…
Samsung Galaxy A51 Cameras : 48MP vs Ultra Wide
The 48 MP main camera is impressive, no doubt. It is the camera of choice, if you need the highest-resolution images possible, or if you want to take low-light photos.
The 12 MP Ultra Wide camera may not have its resolution, but it gives you a wider field of vision, which is very useful for shots of sceneries and architecture.
The ultra wide angle also allows you to create more dramatic photos of the same scene. Check out the difference between the two cameras for the scenes above and below.
Can you see how the ultra wide camera conveys a more dramatic feel to even ordinary scenes? This is why we LOVE the ultra wide camera so much!
Samsung Galaxy A51 Cameras : Go Near With Macro!
You may be tempted to ignore its macro camera, because it “only” has a 5 MP sensor.
But every macro picture the Galaxy A51 takes has a resolution of 2576 x 1932 pixels. That’s far more pixels than what most of us can see on our smartphone or laptop display!
More importantly, it lets you get REALLY CLOSE to the subject, while ensuring that they stay sharp and in focus. This is critical when the subject is small – like insects, tiny flowers, or these cockles.
And look at how much more interesting a humble cockle appears in a macro shot!
The depth of field is also important as these cumin seeds demonstrate.
The main camera may have a higher resolution, but it cannot focus on the seeds in the foreground and it has a narrow depth-of-field – only seeds in a small range will be in focus.
The macro camera not only lets you get really close for a really detailed look at each seed, it has great depth of field, so the seeds are all in focus from top to the bottom.
In addition to allowing for a close-up focus of the subject, the macro camera also has more accurate colour reproduction when the subject is very close to the camera.
The main camera does a great job of reproducing colour at normal photographic ranges, but when you get really close to the subject, the macro camera will offer more accurate colour reproduction.
We are not saying the main camera isn’t good – it’s excellent! The macro camera just lets you capture sharper, more detailed images with better colour reproduction when you need to take a close-up shot of the subject.
One trick, if you prefer the main camera, is to take the photos from a distance and crop the photo on the phone or computer.
Because of its ultra high resolution, you can zoom into its 48 million pixels and crop out what you want – the final picture will remain sharp and in focus!
But we still recommend you try using the macro camera for close-up shots. You will be pleasantly surprised by how useful it is!
Samsung Galaxy A51 Price + Availability
The Samsung Galaxy A51 is available in three colour options – Prism Crush Black, Prism Crush White and Prism Crush Blue.
The Samsung Galaxy A51 has a recommended retail price of RM 1,299, while the Galaxy A71 with a 64 MP main camera is priced at just RM 1,799!
Here are some online purchase options for both the Galaxy A51 and the Galaxy A71 smartphones in Malaysia :
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Samsung just sent us their new Galaxy A51 smartphone, and here is our hands-on preview of their latest mid-range smartphone with four cameras!
Samsung Galaxy A51 Preview : At A Glance!
The Samsung Galaxy A51 (MY|SG|US|UK|AU) comes with a large 6.5-inch edge-to-edge Infinity-O display, with a Super AMOLED panel.
It is powered by the Samsung Exynos 9611 mobile platform, and comes with 6 GB LPDDR4x memory, and 128 GB internal storage.
It has a 32 MP front camera, and a quad-camera system at the back, which consists of :
a 48 MP main camera (f/2.0 aperture)
a 12 MP ultra-wide camera (f/2.2 aperture)
a 5 MP macro camera (f/2.4)
a 5 MP depth sensor (f/2.2)
Discounting the depth sensor, that’s four cameras in a really affordable mid-range smartphone!
Samsung Galaxy A51 : Our Hands-On Preview!
After unboxing it, here is our hands-on preview of the new Samsung Galaxy A51 (MY|SG|US|UK|AU) smartphone!
You will find its triple card tray, which supports two nano SIM cards and a microSD card, on the left side.
The only buttons on the Galaxy A51 (MY|SG|US|UK|AU) – the Volume controls and Power button – are located on the right edge.
The only thing you will find at the top is a second microphone (for noise cancellation).
The Samsung Galaxy A51 (MY|SG|US|UK|AU) comes with a 3.5 mm audio jack, located at the bottom, next to the USB Type C port and the microphone and speaker ports.
It has an Infinity-O display, which basically replaces the notch with a tiny punch hole for its high-resolution 32 MP front camera.
The Samsung Galaxy A51 (MY|SG|US|UK|AU) adopts a Galaxy S20-like design for its quad-camera system, and the single LED flash, at the back.
Samsung Galaxy A51 Specifications
Specifications
Samsung Galaxy A51
Display
6.5-inch Infinity-O display
– Super AMOLED
– 1080 x 2400 pixels (~394 ppi)
Operating System
Android 10 Q
System Platform
Samsung Exynos 9611
Processor
4 x ARM Cortex-A73 cores (2.3 GHz)
4 x ARM Cortex-A53 cores (1.7 GHz)
GPU
ARM Mali-G72 MP3
RAM
6 GB LPDDR4x
Storage
128 GB internal storage
microSD slot (512 GB)
Front Camera
32 MP sensor with f/2.2 aperture
Rear Cameras
Quad Camera System
– 48 MP main camera (f/2.0)
– 12 MP ultra-wide camera (f/2.2)
– 5 MP macro camera (f/2.4)
– 5 MP depth sensor (f/2.2)
Connectivity
4G : LTE
Wi-Fi : 802.11a/b/g/n/ac
Bluetooth : BT5.0
USB : USB Type C 2.0
Fingerprint Sensor
Yes, In-Display
Battery
4,000 mAh battery
15W fast charging
Dimensions
73.6 mm wide
158.5 mm tall
7.9 mm thick
Weight
172 g
Samsung Galaxy A51 Price + Availability
The Samsung Galaxy A51 is available in three colour options – Prism Crush Black, Prism Crush White and Prism Crush Blue, with a fourth colour option of Prism Crush Pink in some countries.
It has a recommended retail price of RM 1,299 / ~S$436 / ~US$314 / ~£242 / ~A$467. Here are online purchase options :
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6.5-inch Infinity-O display
– Super AMOLED
– 1080 x 2400 pixels (~394 ppi)
Operating System
Android 10 Q
System Platform
Samsung Exynos 9611
Processor
4 x ARM Cortex-A73 cores (2.3 GHz)
4 x ARM Cortex-A53 cores (1.7 GHz)
GPU
ARM Mali-G72 MP3
RAM
6 GB LPDDR4x
Storage
128 GB internal storage
microSD slot (512 GB)
Front Camera
32 MP sensor with f/2.2 aperture
Rear Cameras
Quad Camera System
– 48 MP main camera (f/2.0)
– 12 MP ultra-wide camera (f/2.2)
– 5 MP macro camera (f/2.4)
– 5 MP depth sensor (f/2.2)
Connectivity
4G : LTE
Wi-Fi : 802.11a/b/g/n/ac
Bluetooth : BT5.0
USB : USB Type C 2.0
Fingerprint Sensor
Yes, In-Display
Battery
4,000 mAh battery
15W fast charging
Dimensions
73.6 mm wide
158.5 mm tall
7.9 mm thick
Weight
172 g
Samsung Galaxy A51 Price + Availability
The Samsung Galaxy A51 is available in three colour options – Prism Crush Black, Prism Crush White and Prism Crush Blue, with a fourth colour option of Prism Crush Pink in some countries.
It has a recommended retail price of RM 1,299 / ~S$436 / ~US$314 / ~£242 / ~A$467. Here are online purchase options :
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Samsung just introduced the Galaxy A10s smartphone, targeted at young Millennials.
Here is everything you need to know about the new Samsung Galaxy A10s, including its price, key features and specifications!
The Samsung Galaxy A10s Smartphone
The Samsung Galaxy A10s (Price Check) is designed to target features that Millennials favour, including a very affordable price tag.
Millennials, for example, consume most of their content on smartphones, so the Galaxy A10s (Price Check) comes with a large 6.2-inch Infinity-V display with HD+ resolution.
They also play a lot of mobile games, and socialise on their smartphones, so Samsung gave it a large 4,000 mAh battery to last a full day.
To help them take better “Instagrammable” photos, its 13 MP main camera is paired with a depth sensor that lets you apply bokeh effects to your pictures for that professional portrait look.
Taking great Instagram selfies should be pretty easy with its 8 MP front camera, that has a wide and bright f/2.0 aperture.
It has just 2 GB of RAM, but comes with 32 GB of internal eMMC 5.1 storage. If that’s not enough, you can add a microSD card to add up to 512 GB of additional storage.
Its MediaTek helio P22 is a mid-range platform with old A53 CPU cores and an average GPU. Don’t expect too much from it when it comes to gaming, especially with 2 GB of RAM.
Curiously, it seems to lack dual-band WiFi or Bluetooth 5.0 or even a compass – features commonly found in other mid-range devices, and ostensibly supported by the helio P22.
This means it will have slower WiFi speeds, and will not come with an e-compass. GPS functionality is still there, so Google Maps and Waze will work, but they won’t be able to give you an accurate heading.
Samsung Galaxy A10s Specifications
Specifications
Samsung Galaxy A10s
Model
SM-A107
Display
6.2-inch PLS display
– 720 x 1520 pixels
Operating System
Android 9.0 Pie
Platform
MediaTek helio P22
Processor
4 x ARM Cortex-A53 cores (2.0 GHz)
4 x ARM Cortex-A53 cores (1.5 GHz)
GPU
IMG PowerVR GE8320 (650 MHz)
Memory
2 GB LPDDR3
Storage
32 GB internal storage
microSD slot (up to 512 GB)
Front Camera
8 MP with f/2.0 aperture
Rear Cameras
13 MP camera with f/1.8 aperture
2 MP depth sensor with f/2.4 aperture
Connectivity
4G : LTE
WiFi : 802.11 b/g/n (2.4 GHz only)
Bluetooth : BT 4.2
USB : micro USB 2.0
Dual SIM
Yes, Dual nano SIMs, dual standby
Samsung DeX
No
NFC
No
Fingerprint Sensor
Yes, Rear-mounted
Other Sensors
Accelerometer, Light, Proximity
Battery
4,000 mAh battery
Dimensions
75.8 mm wide
156.9 mm tall
7.8 mm thick
Weight
168 g
Colour Options
Green / Black / Red
Samsung Galaxy A10s Price + Availability
What’s most exciting about the Samsung Galaxy A10s (Price Check) is, arguably, its price.
It is available with immediate effect with a recommended retail price (RRP) of RM 529 / ~US$126 / ~£103 / ~A$187.
At launch, it is available in three youthful colour options – Green, Black and Red.
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Samsung Galaxy A70 arrived in Malaysia back in May, and Samsung just announce a nice price cut! Here is everything you need to know about the Samsung Galaxy A70 price cut!
This is a popular model that offers a very large 6.7-inch Infinity-U display with dual 32 MP cameras.
Immersive Display, Sleek Design
The Samsung Galaxy A70 has a large 6.7” Infinity-U display with 20:9 display ratio . This is the biggest screen in the Galaxy A series so far.
Samsung is offering the Galaxy A70 in three trendy gradient colours – Blue, Black and White. Its chassis also comes with a prism effect that changes its reflection according to the direction of lighting.
High Resolution Lens
The Samsung Galaxy A70 has a 32 MP front camera. In the back, it has a triple lens camera enhanced with a 32 MP camera paired with a depth sensor that lets you adjust the depth of field of all of your shots!
It also comes with a secondary 8 MP ultra wide-angle camera, which is designed to capture images that mirror the same viewing angle as the human eye.
The cameras boasts two software features to help deliver the best results possible :
Scene Optimizer offers a recognition feature that is able to intuitively enhance up to 20 scenes
Flaw Detection automatically identifies glitches before you click to prevent anything less than a perfect shot.
Longer Lasting Battery Power
The Samsung Galaxy A70 comes with a large 4,500 mAh battery that supports 25 watt Super-Fast Charging – a feature that is not even available in their flagship Galaxy S10 models!
Superior And Secure Connectivity
The Samsung Galaxy A70 has an on-screen fingerprint scanner that is positioned to make it easier to use without changing your grip.
Samsung also encourages you to pair it with Samsung Pass, so you can sign into websites and apps using a faster and more secure way.
Everything is kept encrypted and secured by Samsung Knox, Samsung’s own defense-grade security platform.
Samsung Galaxy A70 User Interface
The One UI platform simplifies user experience by enabling one-handed navigation. It also comes in a new Night Mode.
The Samsung Galaxy A70 will come with premium features like App Timer, Samsung Health, and even Bixby.
Samsung Galaxy A70 Price Cut In Malaysia!
The Samsung Galaxy A70 debuted in Malaysia on 5 May 2019 with an RRP of RM 1,999 / ~US$483 / ~£366 / ~A$708.
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However, Samsung just announced a nice price cut for the Galaxy A70. Starting 5 August 2019, it will only cost RM 1,799 / ~US$431 / ~£355 / ~A$627!
This is a nice RM 200 (10%) discount on its original launch price.
Here are some direct purchase links for the Galaxy A70 with the price cut applied!
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At a celebrity-studded “Era Of Live” event, Samsung launched the Galaxy A50 and Galaxy A30 smartphones! Get the full low-down o the new Galaxy A50 and Galaxy A30 smartphones!
Built around the new Samsung Exynos 9610 mobile SoC, it has four fast ARM Cortex-A73 cores running at 2.3 GHz, and four low-power A53 cores running at 1.7 GHz.
It has an ARM Mali-G72 GPU, and comes with 6 GB of RAM and 128 GB of internal flash storage. Powering it all is a large 4,000 mAh battery that supports 15 watt fast charging.
Like the Galaxy A7 2018, it boasts a triple camera system with a 25 MP main camera (f/1.7 aperture), an 8 MP ultra-wide angle camera (f/2.2 aperture), and a 5 MP depth sensor.
It also features an in-display fingerprint sensor, but unlike the Galaxy S10 series, it uses an optical sensor instead of an ultrasonic sensor.
The Samsung Galaxy A30 Smartphone
The Samsung Galaxy A30, on the other hand, is positioned just above the Galaxy M20 smartphone which launched separately on the same day.
It uses the same Exynos 7904 mobile SoC, with two fast ARM Cortex-A73 cores running at 1.8 GHz, and six low-power A53 cores running at 1.6 GHz.
It has an ARM Mali-G71 GPU, and comes with 4 GB of RAM and 64 GB of internal flash storage. Powering it all is a large 4,000 mAh battery that supports 15 watt fast charging.
It has an improved version of the Galaxy M20‘s dual camera system. Its main camera has a higher- resolution 16 MP sensor with a brighter f/1.7 aperture. But it uses the same 5 MP ultra-wide angle camera with f/2.2 aperture.
Samsung Galaxy A50 + Galaxy A30 Specifications
Here is a table comparing the specifications of the Galaxy A50 vs the Galaxy A30.
Specifications
Samsung Galaxy A50
Samsung Galaxy A30
Display
6.4-inch Super AMOLED display
-1080 x 2340 pixels
- 19.5:9 aspect ratio
6.4-inch Super AMOLED display
-1080 x 2340 pixels
- 19.5:9 aspect ratio
Operating System
Android 9.0 Pie
Android 9.0 Pie
System Platform
Samsung Exynos 9610
Samsung Exynos 7904
Processor
4 x ARM Cortex-A73 (2.3 GHz)
4 x ARM Cortex-A53 (1.7 GHz)
2 x ARM Cortex-A73 (1.8 GHz)
6 x ARM Cortex-A53 (1.6 GHz)
Graphics Processor
ARM Mali-G72 MP3
ARM Mali-G71 MP2
Memory
6 GB
4 GB
Storage
128 GB
microSD card (up to 512 GB)
64 GB
microSD card (up to 512 GB)
Front Camera
25 MP sensor with f/2.0 lens
16 MP sensor with f/2.0 lens
Rear Camera
Triple Camera System
- 25 MP main camera with f/1.7 lens
- 8 MP ultra-wide angle camera with f/2.2 lens
- 5 MP depth sensor with f/2.2 lens
Dual Camera System
- 16 MP main camera with f/1.7 lens
- 5 MP ultra-wide angle camera with f/2.2 lens
Connectivity
WiFi : 802.11a/b/g/n/ac (2.4 GHz + 5 GHz)
Bluetooth : BT 5.0
USB : USB 2.0 Type C
WiFi : 802.11a/b/g/n/ac (2.4 GHz + 5 GHz)
Bluetooth : BT 5.0
USB : micro USB 2.0
Battery
4,000 mAh lithium-ion battery (non-removable)
- supports 15 W fast charging
4,000 mAh lithium-ion battery (non-removable)
- supports 15 W fast charging
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Recently, Samsung sent us their new Galaxy A9 Pro phablet. While testing it, we wrote two short articles on the big features of the smartphone, and why it is the ultimate travel buddy. But nothing beats a full review. Today, we are proud to share the fruits of our labour – our comprehensive review of the Samsung Galaxy A9 Pro phablet!
Samsung Galaxy A9 Pro Specifications
Specifications
Samsung Galaxy A9 Pro
Model
SM-A910F
Display
6" Super AMOLED display
- 1080 x 1920 pixels (~367 ppi pixel density)
Display Protection
Corning Gorilla Glass 4
Operating System
Android 6.0.1 (Marshmallow)
System Platform
Qualcomm Snapdragon 652 (MSM8976)
Processor
4 x ARM Cortex-A72 (1.8 GHz)
4 x ARM Cortex-A53 (1.4 GHz)
5,000 mAh lithium-ion battery (non-removable)
- supports fast charging
SAR (EU)
0.62 W/kg (head) / 1.32 W/kg (body)
Dimensions
80.9 mm wide x 161.7 mm tall x 7.9 mm thick
Weight
210 g
Available Colours
White / Black / Gold
Unboxing The Galaxy A9 Pro
The Samsung Galaxy A9 Pro comes in a white cardboard box. Not as fancy as the Samsung Galaxy S7 edge‘s classy black box, but hey, it’s a completely different segment. Watch us unbox the Samsung Galaxy A9 Pro in this video, and look at what we found inside!
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Samsung Galaxy A9 Pro Key Features
Before we go into the details of the Samsung Galaxy A9 Pro‘s key features, let’s take a quick tour of those features.
The Samsung Galaxy A9 Pro has a large 6″ display with a resolution of 1920 x 1080. It also uses a Super AMOLED panel, which gives very rich and vivid colours and true black. Perfect for watching full HD videos.
On the left side, you will find two Volume buttons, while on the right side, are a Power button and the tray for two nano SIM cards. The buttons look really small, but they are the same size as the buttons on the Samsung Galaxy S7 edge. They only look small because the Samsung Galaxy A9 Pro is such a large device.
The microSD card slot is located at the top of the Samsung Galaxy A9 Pro. It supports microSD cards of up to 256 GB in capacity. The earphone port is located at the bottom, together with the micro-USB port and the speaker port.
Fingerprint Sensor
The Samsung Galaxy A9 Pro comes with a fingerprint sensor integrated into the Home button. Our tests showed that it requires 16 finger presses to register a fingerprint. However, it is very fast in recognising the fingerprint after it’s registered, and it has 360 degree fingerprint recognition.
Front & Rear Cameras
The Samsung Galaxy A9 Pro boasts a 8 MP front camera that uses Samsung’s own S5K4H5YC BSI sensor. It is capable of recording 1080p videos at 30 fps. Thanks to its f/1.9 lens, it will have great low-light capability equivalent to that of the Samsung Galaxy S6 edge (Amazon) smartphone. It will come in handy since the front camera does not have flash support, not even screen flash.
The main camera uses the 16 MP Samsung S5K3L2 sensor, paired with a single LED flash. It also boasts fast f/1.9 lens, which allows for better low-light performance. We will take a look at sample pictures and videos later in the review.
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Initial Setup
When you power up the Samsung Galaxy A9 Pro for the first time, it will take only about 25 seconds to boot up. If you set it up as a fresh device, it should take no more than 5 minutes to complete the initial setup. Check out our video on the initial setup process.
Available Memory & Storage
The Samsung Galaxy A9 Pro comes with 4 GB of LPDDR4 memory. This is big advantage since most smartphones in this price segment come with 2 GB or 3 GB of memory. There is a fair bit of bloat, so you have about 1.9 GB of free memory to use. Compare that to the ASUS ZenFone Zoom (Amazon), which also has 4 GB of RAM but 2.2 GB of free memory to use. That’s a difference of 300 MB.
The Samsung Galaxy A9 Pro also comes with 32 GB of internal flash memory. Once you deduct 8.5 GB for the Android 6.0 operating system and apps, you have 23.5 GB of free space to use. This is pretty decent, allowing you to store about 4,000 photos, or record 180 minutes of 1080p video.
Don’t worry about running out of storage space with the Galaxy A9 Pro though. It has a dedicated microSD slot that supports microSD cards of up to 256 GB in capacity.
Big Battery
One of the biggest features (literally) of the Samsung Galaxy A9 Pro is its massive 5,000 mAh battery. That’s the capacity of a power bank packed into a 7.9 mm slim form factor! You should have no problem chasing after Pokemons for a whole day, but to be sure, we will stress-test its battery later in this review.
The Galaxy A9 Pro‘s battery also supports fast charging. Samsung claims it will recharge from 0% to 100% in just 160 minutes (2 hours 40 minutes). We will put that to the test later in the review.
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Camera Performance
Although they use different sensors, the camera performance of the Samsung Galaxy A9 Pro is quite similar to that of the Samsung Galaxy S6 edge (Amazon) smartphone. The difference is only noticeable if you blow up the pictures and compare them side-by-side. The Galaxy A9 Pro pictures have more noise and less edge resolution.
Pixel peeping aside, the Galaxy A9 Pro‘s main camera is definitely one of the better cameras in this segment. The colour is accurate and vivid, even in poor lighting.
Video Recording Performance
Despite sporting a 16 MP sensor, the Samsung Galaxy A9 Pro‘s rear camera is not capable of recording 4K UHD videos. It can only record 1080p videos. Perhaps this is Samsung’s way of differentiating the Galaxy A9 Pro from Samsung’s more premium models like the Samsung Galaxy S7 edge.
The Galaxy A9 Pro‘s camera supports optical image stabilisation, so handshake is minimised. However, it does not support electronic image stabilisation. Probably another product differentiation decision.
To test the Galaxy A9 Pro‘s video recording capabilities, we recorded both a cheerleading contest, and a piano performance by Yang I-Deun. Check them out!
The image quality was good, with good exposure and colours for the subject. Bright areas of the background, especially in the piano performance, were overexposed, but what mattered was the subject was correctly exposed.
The optical image stabilisation really helped to reduce handshake, which can be a problem since the Galaxy A9 Pro is large and quite heavy. Too bad it does not support electronic image stabilisation. That would have helped stabilise the image even more.
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Work Performance : PCMark
We tested the Samsung Galaxy A9 Pro‘s performance using PCMark, which simulates work applications like web browing, playing video, writing text and editing photos.
Samsung Galaxy A9 Pro
honor 5C
Samsung Galaxy S6
Work Performance Score
(Average)
5785
5357
5078
Web Browsing
5132
5643
6788
Video Playback
4138
4487
3091
Writing
6286
5944
5918
Photo Editing
8388
5469
5357
Impressive! The Samsung Galaxy A9 Pro beat the Samsung Galaxy S6 (Amazon) in all aspects but Web Browsing. Its Photo Editing performance was particularly impressive. The Kirin 650-powered honor 5C (Amazon) did better in both Web Browsing and Video Playback, but like the Galaxy S6 was similarly poor in Photo Editing.
Battery Life – PCMark
We then tested the Samsung Galaxy A9 Pro‘s battery performance using PCMark. It basically ran the PCMark work tests until its battery capacity dropped to 20%.
The Samsung Galaxy A9 Pro lasted an astounding 13 hours on the PCMark stress test. That is a really remarkable result, as this stress test simulates the worst possible workload using work apps. In our real world experience, we had no problem using it for a full day with light loads, although its battery life dropped to about 10 hours while playing games.
Battery Recharging Performance
The Samsung Galaxy A9 Pro‘s remarkable battery life is thanks to its 5,000 mAh battery, which is about 50% larger than the battery capacity in most smartphones. But does it take much longer to recharge? Let’s find out!
Thankfully, the Samsung Galaxy A9 Pro supports quick charging, and even comes with a 15W fast adaptive charger. Our tests showed that the Galaxy A9 Pro will recharge from 18% to 100% in just 134 minutes (2 hours and 15 minutes). This is very good performance, and backs Samsung’s claim that the Galaxy A9 Pro only needs 160 minutes to recharge from 0% to 100%.
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Overall Performance – AnTuTu Benchmark
AnTuTu is a nice benchmark for testing various performance aspects of Android devices.
We tested the Samsung Galaxy A9 Pro‘s gaming performance using 3DMark, using the Ice Storm Unlimited test.
Samsung Galaxy A9 Pro
honor 5C
Samsung Galaxy S6
Gaming Score
16989
11560
21166
Graphics
21800
11067
23298
Physics
9585
13698
16031
Graphics Test 1
120.7 fps
63.4 fps
120.6 fps
Graphics Test 2
78.0 fps
38.8 fps
87.3 fps
Physics Test
30.4 fps
43.5 fps
50.9 fps
The Samsung Galaxy A9 Pro did well in this test too, delivering close to 94% of the graphics performance of the Samsung Galaxy S6 (Amazon), and almost twice the graphics performance of the honor 5C (Amazon). It only lost out in the Physics test.
Our Verdict & Award
Everyone’s focus is on the new Samsung Galaxy Note7. Granted, that is a superior phablet. But not everyone can afford a Galaxy Note7, or even need all of its capabilities.
For everyone else, the Samsung Galaxy A9 Pro is a hidden gem that offers a ton of features and high performance at a far more affordable price tag. Let’s summarise its key features :
Performance : The Galaxy A9 Pro has a fast 8-core processor, with a fast GPU for 3D games Display : The Galaxy A9 Pro has a large 6″ Super AMOLED display with full HD resolution. Perfect for games and watching movies. Cameras : The Galaxy A9 Pro has a very good 16 MP main camera, with OIS capability. The 8 MP front camera is no slouch either. Memory & Storage : The Galaxy A9 Pro comes with 4 GB of fast LPDDR4 memory, and 32 GB of internal flash storage. Connectivity : The Galaxy A9 Pro has dual SIM, dual standby capability, with a dedicated second nano SIM slot. Expansion : The Galaxy A9 Pro has a dedicated microSD slot that supports microSD cards of up to 256 GB in capacity. Battery : The Galaxy A9 Pro has a massive 5,000 mAh battery with a long battery life of 13 hours in our test.
The only major gripe with have with the Galaxy A9 Pro is its weight. It weighs a hefty 210 grams. That’s almost 7.5 ounces, if you are American. Make sure you buy a case for it, because all that mass will likely to shatter its glass covers if you drop it on a hard surface.
We also bemoan Samsung’s continued insistence on using the old micro-USB port. It’s 2016, guys. Time to upgrade to the bidirectional USB Type C connector!
These two gripes aside, we think that the Samsung Galaxy A9 Pro is a diamond in the rough, overshadowed by the brilliance of the Galaxy Note7. It is an excellent phablet that is worthy of consideration, if you do not need Galaxy Note7 features like IP68 water resistance and the iris scanner. We certainly think it deserves our Reviewer’s Choice Award!
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Kuala Lumpur, 24 May 2016 – Samsung Malaysia Electronics today unveils a new addition to its range of tablets designed especially for users seeking practical functionality in stylish simplicity. Introducing the new 7-inch Galaxy Tab A 2016, Samsung brings a new meaning to productivity on the move with this modest yet powerful device.
A step up from its predecessors, this newest member of the Galaxy Tab A series is equipped with a faster processor, bigger and expandable storage, higher resolution camera and a sharper screen display, enriching the tablet experience for users.
“At Samsung, we make conscious efforts in innovation to help users enhance their day-to-day lives and with that, we are thrilled to introduce a new edition of our Galaxy Tab A series to Malaysian fans. The Galaxy Tab A 2016 is specially designed to meet the urban consumer’s need for productivity and performance packed in a sleek 7-inch tablet,” said Lee Jui Siang, Vice President of Mobile and IT Business Unit, Samsung Malaysia Electronics.
“We understand that mobility is a huge part of today’s lifestyle, which is why Samsung has packed the very best of tablet technology into a sleek, compact body, comfortable enough to be brought on-the-go. Carrying work and entertainment around has never been easier!” he added.
Samsung Galaxy Tab A 2016
The Galaxy Tab A 2016 boasts a sleek and slim design with a 7-inch display and a thickness of only 8.7mm. Weighing only 289g, this lightweight device is incredibly easy to carry around daily. Its compact stylish nonslip pattern at the back of the tablet additionally provides a firm grip, allowing users (especially children) to hold the tablet nicely without fear of dropping it.
Samsung also made sure that the tablet could support an expandable storage of up to 200 GB, giving users the freedom to do more with the Galaxy Tab A 2016. Whether it is digital text books, songs, movies or games, the expandable storage complements the tablet’s large functionalities and powerful performance without the need to delete multimedia files for extra memory space.
Whether you are working, playing, or just surfing around, the Galaxy Tab A 2016 has a longer-lasting battery that can support up to 11-hours of web-browsing activities and 10 continuous hours of movie watching. Packed with 4000mAh, users can depend on the Galaxy Tab A 2016 and enjoy browsing for their favorite games or application anywhere.
The 7-inch Galaxy Tab A 2016 takes browsing and reading to the next level not just for adults, but it is designed to give children an edge in their tablet experience as well. Switch the tablet into Kids Mode and be met with a multitude of free and native applications. With thousands of localised content, children would be able to broaden their educational horizons anywhere they go. Kids Mode makes the tablet the safest environment for kids as parents can allow specific applications and monitor their usage, giving them a peace of mind whenever their children play and learn using the Galaxy Tab A 7”.
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Galaxy Tab A 2016 Specifications
Availability & Pricing
The Samsung Galaxy Tab A 2016 is available in the Malaysia market starting 23 May 2016 at Samsung Experience Stores nationwide. Available in Silver, White, Black, the Galaxy Tab A 2016 is offered at an attractive recommended retail price of RM 799 (inclusive of 6% GST), which is about US$ 209.
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What’s a better deal than a smartphone with great camera and internal storage capabilities? No better deal comes close because Samsung Malaysia Electronics reveals an exclusive Samsung Galaxy Life reward for the Galaxy A 2016!
Samsung Galaxy A5 & A7 Offer
Selfie smart and store it right as a Samsung Galaxy Life app user with a special RM200 off for purchase of either Samsung Galaxy A5 2016 (RRP RM1,599) or Galaxy A7 2016 (RRP RM1,899), redeemable from 16th May until 30th June 2016.
Just head on over to any Samsung store or authorised dealership, log in to the Galaxy Life app on your smartphone, look for and swipe on the deal to redeem, and make payment for either the Galaxy A5 or Galaxy A7 with the special discount! Please note that this offer is limited to 10,000 redemptions only and each Galaxy Life account can only redeem the offer once (any duplication of Galaxy Life redemption codes will be void).
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Samsung Malaysia launched the newSamsung Galaxy A Series (2016) smartphones to great fanfare at Sunway Pyramid yesterday. The new Galaxy A Series looks and feels eerily identical to the elegant Samsung Galaxy S6, yet is significantly cheaper. If you always wanted a Galaxy S6 but could not afford one, you will definitely want to check out the new Galaxy A series.
The elegant Choo Mei Sze was the MC for the day
Fittingly, Samsung chose the elegant Choo Mei Sze and the fun Samsung Malaysia’s Mobile Division Product Manager, Go Benn Lee, to launch the new Galaxy A smartphones which are targeted at the hip youth market.
Samsung Product Manager, Go Benn Lee showing off the new Galaxy A series (2016) smartphones with the help of two models
The new Samsung Galaxy A (2016) smartphones
The new Samsung Galaxy A (2016) smartphones
The Samsung Galaxy A Series (2016)
Kuala Lumpur, January 28, 2016 – Samsung Malaysia Electronics today is proud to unveil its latest Galaxy A Series (2016) smartphones in a unique lifestyle setting to underline the device’s core properties of camera and storage features.
Boasting the brand’s latest in innovative design and technology, the Galaxy A Series (2016) offers Malaysian consumers a platform to express their individuality with powerful performance in three screen size options: 5.5-inch for the A7, 5.2-inch for the A5 and 4.7-inch for the A3.
Samsung Galaxy A7 (2016)
Samsung Galaxy A7 (2016)
The Galaxy A Series (2016) continues the latest Samsung Galaxy design heritage, combining metal and glass to create a beautifully harmonious premium design. With superior viewing experience through a larger screen size, narrower bezel of 2.7mm and combined with improved battery life, the device has never been a better fit in the user’s hand.
All three variants come equipped with an enhanced camera system for both brighter and clearer photos and videos. This advanced system includes Optical Image Stabilization (OIS)* on the front camera to prevent image blurring, as well as a front and rear F1.9 lens to allow users to take the optimum photos in low light conditions.
Samsung Galaxy A5 (2016)
Samsung Galaxy A5 (2016)
Additionally, the stylish smartphone is also equipped with a Quick Launch feature – double clicking the home button launches the camera in less than a second. Consumers can also take their best selfie yet with features including Wide Selfie, Palm Selfie and Beautifying Effects.
Samsung Galaxy A3 (2016)
Samsung Galaxy A3 (2016)
A leap from its predecessor, the new Galaxy A Series (2016) comes with a built-in memory of 16GB and a microSD slot that can add up to 128GB of external memory.
[adrotate banner=”4″]To celebrate the arrival of this new fun device, Samsung Malaysia Electronics is offering a free 32GB microSD card for every unit purchased, which adds capacity for as many as 16,000 pictures and high-definition videos without the hassle of constantly having to clear older albums.
Available in Black, Gold, White and Pink Gold colour options, the new and refreshed Galaxy A Series (2016) is available at all Samsung brand stores nationwide from 28 January 2016 onwards at a recommended retail price of RM1,899 / ~US$439 (Galaxy A7 2016), RM1,599 / ~US$369 (Galaxy A5 2016), and RM1,299 / ~US$299 (Galaxy A3 2016) inclusive of GST.
From today until 31st January 2016, there will be a roadshow at Sunway Pyramid’s Blue Concourse for the general public to experience the features that the Galaxy A Series (2016) has to offer. A number of units are up for grabs for lucky winners.
* Available in A7 and A5 models only.
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AWESOME! Samsung Malaysia just revealed that they will be launching the latest Galaxy A Series (2016) on the 28th of January 2016. So make sure you Like our Facebook page to watch our live coverage of the Galaxy A Series (2016) launch event!
Samsung Galaxy A Series (2016) Invitation
Greetings from Samsung Malaysia Electronics!
2016 is looking to be another exciting year as we officially unveil the latest Galaxy A Series (2016) in Malaysia!
Equipped with enhanced camera features and storage capacity for ultimate fun and functionality, the Galaxy A Series (2016) is THE perfect device for those looking to capture and store great moments!
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