Samsung Electronics Philippines has recently introduced in the Philippines its Galaxy A Series smartphones, the latest mid-range priced LTE capable handsets that feature unibody design and all-metal chassis.
The Galaxy A5 and Galaxy A3 are ultra thin smartphones that come in variety of colors, such as Pearl White, Midnight Black, Platinum Silver, Soft Pink, light Blue and Champagne Gold.
The Galaxy A5 only measures at 6.5 mm, while Galaxy A3 measures 6.9mm.
Both smartphones feature 5 megapixel front-facing camera and host of camera software found Samsung higher-end models: Wide Selfie, Palm Selfie, Animated GIF, Beauty Face Features, and Rear-cam Selfie.
The Galaxy A Series all feature Super AMOLED display and Adaptive Display technology. Both the Galaxy A5 and A3 feature Quad Core 1.2 GHz processor (Qualcomm).
Both smartphones are already available this January in Samsung Experience Stores and authorized dealers. The Galaxy A5 features a suggested retail price of P19,990, while the Galaxy A3 is priced at P14,990. An upcoming model the A7, will be priced at P24,990.
Samsung Galaxy A5 Specifications
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
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
Connectivity — Wi-Fi: 802.11 a/b/g/n
Bluetooth: 4.0(BLE)
ANT+ NFC (LTE version only)
A-GPS/ GLONASS
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
Samsung Galaxy A3 Specifications
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
Video — H.263, H.264(AVC), MPEG4, VP8, VC-1, Sorenson Spark, MP43, WMV7, WMV8
Playback : FHD(1920*1080) @ 30fps
Additional Features
Ultra Power Saving Mode, Changeable Theme (Natural, Classic, Casual, Romantic)
Connectivity — Wi-Fi: 802.11 b/g/n
Bluetooth: 4.0(BLE)
ANT+ NFC (LTE version only)
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