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Samsung Launches Galaxy A5 & Galaxy A3, Set to Recover from Lacklustre Q3 Results

Samsung Launches Galaxy A5 & Galaxy A3, Set to Recover from Lacklustre Q3 Results Image Credit: Samsung

The Samsung Galaxy A5 and Galaxy A3, Samsung's latest smartphones have arrived. Samsung launched both models in China this week with Samsung fans in US and the rest of the world expected to get hold of Samsung's latest gadgets in weeks to come. The Samsung Galaxy A5 and Galaxy A3 make perfect companions for die-hard fans of the social media, featuring most advanced features supporting social networking. For those who can not stop taking selfies, the Galaxy A5 and A3 provide the best answer - in capturing the best shots and allowing easy editing and touch-ups. At 6.7mm and 6.9mm, both Galaxy A5 and A3 are the 'slimmest-ever' smartphones from Samsung. The launch of these devices is expected to boost Samsung's fourth quarter earnings after its lack-lustre 3rd quarter financial results this year.

JK Shin, CEO and Head of IT & Mobile Communication at Samsung Electronics 
The Galaxy A5 and A3 offer a beautifully crafted full metal unibody, slim design, superior hardware and the best possible social media experience. These devices make our advanced Galaxy experience even more accessible to young and trend conscious consumers.

The following are the full set of features on both phones as provided by Samsung:

The Ultra Slim, Full Metal Design - The Galaxy A5 and A3 are Samsung’s slimmest smartphones to date, featuring refined full metal unibody designs that are 6.7mm and 6.9mm thin, respectively. Both devices will come in a variety of colors, including Pearl White, Midnight Black, Platinum Silver, Soft Pink, Light Blue and Champagne Gold, to accommodate the personal style and preference of diverse users.

5 MP Front Camera for Unmatched Selfies -  The Galaxy A5 and A3 offer a superior mobile and social experience to young consumers who want to express their unique style while constantly staying connected. Sporting an advanced 5MP front-facing camera, taking vivid selfies is now easier than ever before. Innovative photo-taking features, such as Wide Selfie, Palm Selfie, Animated GIF, Beauty Face Features, and Rear-cam Selfie, let users capture attractive selfies in high resolution by automatically detecting and focusing on a person’s face. Users are also able to quickly and easily share photos or videos on their favorite social media channels with the device’s fast network speed of LTE Category 4 standard. 

Vivid Display and Powerful Processor  - The Galaxy A5 and A3 are ideal for young consumers seeking practicality and functionality. Both devices are equipped with an extraordinary Super AMOLED display and Adaptive Display technology to deliver clearer images with deep contrast and better viewing angles for more vivid, colorful content in virtually any environment, even under bright sunlight. The Galaxy A5 and A3 are also outfitted with a Quad Core 1.2 GHz processor for seamless multi-tasking and faster browsing experience. In addition, the Galaxy A5 and A3 include popular features exclusive to Galaxy devices, such as Ultra-Power Saving Mode, Private Mode and Multiscreen, as well as adjustable audio which intelligently adapts and enhances sound output based on the user’s surrounding environment. *Varies by markets and models.​​

 

 

Galaxy A5

Network

4G: LTE Cat4 (150/50Mbps)
3G: HSPA+ 42.2/5.76Mbps

Processor

1.2GHz Quad-Core Processor

Display

5.0” HD Super AMOLED

OS

Android 4.4 (KitKat)

Camera

Rear: 13MP AF with LED Flash
Front: 5.0MP

Camera Features

Wide Selfie, Rear-cam Selfie, Beauty Face Features

Video

H.263, H.264(AVC), MPEG4, VP8, VC-1, Sorenson Spark, MP43, WMV7, WMV8

Playback : FHD(1920*1080) @ 30fps

Audio

Codec: MP3, AAC/AAC+/eAAC+, WMA, AMR-NB/WB, FLAC, Vorbis(OGG), WAV

Additional Features

Ultra Power Saving Mode, Changeable Theme (Natural, Classic, Casual, Romantic), Private Mode, Multiscreen, Quick Connect

Google Mobile Service

Chrome, Drive, Photos, Gmail, Google, Google+, Google Settings, Hangouts, Maps, Play Books, Play Games, Play Newsstand, Play Movie & TV, Play Music, Play Store, Voice Search, YouTube

Connectivity

Wi-Fi: 802.11 a/b/g/n

Bluetooth: 4.0(BLE, ANT+)

NFC (LTE version only)

A-GPS/ GLONASS

Sensor

Accelerometer, Proximity, Geo-magnetic, RGB ambient light, Hall Sensor

Memory

16GB Internal memory + micro SD slot (up to 64GB)
2GB RAM

Dimension

139.3 x 69.7 x 6.7mm, 123g

Battery

2,300 mAh

 

 

Galaxy A3

Network

4G: LTE Cat4 (150/50Mbps) 
3G: HSPA+ 42.2/5.76Mbps

Processor

1.2GHz Quad-Core Processor

Display

4.5” qHD Super AMOLED

OS

Android 4.4 (KitKat)

Camera

Rear: 8MP AF with LED Flash
Front: 5.0MP

Camera Features

Wide Selfie, Rear-cam Selfie, Beauty Face Features

Video

H.263, H.264(AVC), MPEG4, VP8, VC-1, Sorenson Spark, MP43, WMV7, WMV8

Playback : FHD(1920*1080) @ 30fps

Audio

Codec: MP3, AAC/AAC+/eAAC+, AMR-NB/WB, FLAC, Vorbis(OGG), WAV

Additional Features

Ultra Power Saving Mode, Changeable Theme (Natural, Classic, Casual, Romantic) 
*Varies by markets

Google Mobile Service

Chrome, Drive, Photos, Gmail, Google, Google+, Google Settings, Hangouts, Maps, Play Books, Play Games, Play Newsstand, Play Movie & TV, Play Music, Play Store, Voice Search, YouTube

Connectivity

Wi-Fi: 802.11 b/g/n

Bluetooth: 4.0(BLE, ANT+)

NFC (LTE version only)

A-GPS/ GLONASS

Sensor

Accelerometer, Proximity, Geo-magnetic, RGB ambient light, Hall Sensor

Memory

16GB Internal memory + micro SD slot (up to 64GB) 
1GB RAM

Dimension

130.1 x 65.5 x 6.9mm, 110.3g

Battery

1,900 mAh

 

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