Samsung Galaxy A-series

2022: Dangerous vulnerability to gain full control of the device

On April 6, it became known that specialists from a company Kryptowire specializing in mobile safety and privacy found serious vulnerability in some models. phones Samsung Vulnerability CVE-2022-22292, found in the application "phone."

Vulnerabilities are under smartphones management,, Android 9 10 11 and 12. In particular, in the flagship smartphones Samsung S21 Ultra 5G and Plus S10 and the budget Samsung A10e. More. here

2019

Galaxy A71 и Galaxy A51

Samsung Electronics introduced the Galaxy A71 and Galaxy A51 on December 13, 2019 - a model from the updated Galaxy A mid-price smartphone series. The devices are equipped with a powerful battery for active work throughout the day, an intelligent camera for creating the most realistic pictures and a large screen. Smartphones will be available in Russia in January 2020 in black, blue, silver colors for the Galaxy A71 and black, white and red for the Galaxy A51.

The main camera with a resolution of 64 MP on the Galaxy A71 and 48 MP on the Galaxy A51 provides bright and clear shots at any time of the day. The ultra-wide-angle lens has a viewing angle of 123 ° to create wide-format photos. Thanks to the intelligent features of the camera, the smartphone is able to determine the scene and for the best frame and recommend switching to the optimal mode or activating it automatically. The depth sensor will help create professional portrait pictures with the effects of blurring the background "Live Focus."

Professional level video recording

With the Super Steady Video feature, the smartphone can be used as an action camera to create a user's video. Stabilization eliminates chamber jitter. This mode will help to perfectly capture any moment, for example, while jogging, walking, cycling or skateboarding.

Full immersion

The Galaxy A71 and Galaxy A51 are equipped with a large Super AMOLED screen with large diagonals of 6.7 and 6.5 inches, respectively, and thin frames.

Long battery life

The Galaxy A71 and Galaxy A51 received a powerful 4,500mAh and 4,000mAh battery, respectively, so smartphones can be actively used throughout the day. Thanks to the already familiar 25W and 15W fast charging functions for Samsung devices, the user does not have to part with the gadget for a long time in order to replenish its energy supply.

Galaxy A71 and Galaxy A51 also provide access to the ecosystem of intelligent applications and services Samsung, including Bixby (Camera, Scripts), Samsung Pay, Samsung Health. All data on devices is securely protected by the Samsung Knox platform.

Specifications Galaxy A71 and Galaxy A51

Galaxy A71

• Display:
  • 6.7-inch, Full HD + (1080 x2400)
  • Super AMOLED
  • Unlimited screen

• Camera:
  • Main: 64MP, F1.8
  • Camera with depth sensor: 5MP, F2.2
  • Macro: 5MP, F2.4
  • Ultra-wide-angle: 12MP, F2.2

• Chassis: 163.6 x 76 x 7.7 mm/179 g
• Processor: Snapdragon 730, Octa-core (Dual 2.2GHz + Hexa 1,8GHz)
• Memory: 6 GB RAM
• 128GB embedded storage
• Micro SD slot (up to 512 GB)
• SIM card: Dual SIM (SIM 1 + SIM 2 + MicroSD)
• Battery: 4.500 mA∙ch (standard), 25WT fast charging
• Biometric authentication: Integrated fingerprint scanner, facial recognition
• Color: Black, Blue, Silver

Galaxy A51

• Display:
  • 6.7-inch, Full HD + (1080 x2400)
  • Super AMOLED
  • Unlimited screen

• Camera:
  • Main: 48MP, F2.0
  • Camera with depth sensor: 5MP, F2.2
  • Macro: 5MP, F2.4
  • Ultra-wide-angle: 12MP, F2.2
  • Front Selfie: 32MP, F2.2

• Case: 158.5 x 73.6 x 7.9 mm/172 g
• Processor: Exynos 9611, Octa-core (Quad 2.3GHz + Quad 1,7GHz)
• Memory: 4/6 GB RAM
• 64/128GB onboard storage
• Micro SD slot (up to 512 GB)
• SIM: Dual SIM (3 slots)
• Battery: 4.000 mA∙ch (standard), 15WT fast charging
• Biometric authentication: Integrated fingerprint scanner, facial recognition
• Color: Black, White, Red

Galaxy A80 - a smartphone with a retractable triple camera, which combines the main and front

On April 10, 2019, Samsung introduced a smartphone with a retractable triple camera, which combines the main and front. The assortment of the South Korean manufacturer replenished the Galaxy A80 model.

Three image sensors are automatically pulled out of the back of the phone when the user activates the photography function. A special mechanism rotates the slide panel when you select selfie mode.

One sensor has a resolution of 48 megapixels and is used for regular shots. The second module is designed for ultra-wide images, the third 3D sensor is used to determine the "depth" of photos and change focus after shooting. The company notes that if you use these cameras for selfies, then users will not have to put up with the quality of front cameras, which are usually worse than the main ones.

Triple rotary camera automatically switches when photography is activated

The device is equipped with a 6.7-inch Super AMOLED screen with a resolution of 2400  x  1080 pixels. The display has a minimum thickness frame, there are no cuts and holes (for example, under the speaker or camera) on it. The fingerprint scanner is under the screen panel.

The handset runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 730 operating system Android and 9.0 Pie processor. RAM and permanent memory are 8 GB and 128 GB respectively.

The device is powered by a 3700 mAh battery. There is support for the Samsung Pay payment system.

April 10, 2019 Samsung introduced the Galaxy A80 smartphone with a rotary camera

During the presentation, the manufacturer emphasized smart smartphone systems. One distributes the battery consumption, the other improves the performance of the device so that the most commonly used programs work faster. 

Samsung will begin selling the Galaxy A80 smartphone on the Russian market on May 27, 2019. The price is known - 50 thousand rubles. Users will be offered versions in golden, silver and black colors of the case.^[1]

2018

Samsung Galaxy A9 (2018) - the world's first smartphone with four cameras at the back

On October 11, 2018, Samsung Electronics announced, according to the company, the world's first smartphone with four cameras on the rear. The assortment of the South Korean manufacturer replenished the Galaxy A9  model (SM-A920F).

The main image sensor in the camera system has a resolution of 24 megapixels and a lens with an f/1.7 diaphragm. Next is a module with 5 megapixels (f/2.2), which provides background blur on the images. The third sensor is wide-angle with a viewing angle of 120 degrees (resolution - 8 megapixels, diaphragm - f/2.4). Finally, a fourth sensor is provided with a 10-megapixel array and a television lens (f/2.4) with a double optical zoom.

The front camera in the device is created single - for 24 megapixels with an f/2.0 diaphragm. The RAM size is 6 or 8 GB depending on the version, the capacity of the built-in flash drive is limited to 128 GB, but you can connect removable microSD memory cards.

Samsung Galaxy A9 (2018) - the world's first smartphone with four cameras at the back

The display is characterized by Super AMOLED Infinity technology, a resolution of 2220  x  1080 pixels or a 6.3-inch diagonal. The processor is a 10 nm Qualcomm  Snapdragon 710 single-chip system with eight cores up to 2.2 GHz and Adreno 616 graphics accelerator.

Samsung Galaxy A9 (2018) received 8 GB of RAM and a 6.3-inch Super AMOLED Infinity display

The dimensions of the product are 162.5 x 77 x 7.8 mm, weight - 183 grams.  The phone is powered by a 3800 mAh battery and runs the Android 8.0 Oreo operating system. The novelty supports the NFC protocol and payments with Samsung Pay. There is a fingerprint scanner and a slot for two SIM cards.

Comparison of Samsung Galaxy A9 (2018) with competitors, data from TAdviser.

Sales of Samsung Galaxy A9 (2018) in Russia will begin on November 16 at a price of 40 thousand rubles. There will be three colors to choose from: classic black, as well as "gradient" blue and pink.^[2]

Samsung Galaxy A6 и A6+

On May 14, 2018, Samsung announced the launch of sales of Galaxy A6 and A6 + smartphones in Russia. Smartphone users will be available two models of the Samsung Galaxy A6 and Samsung Galaxy A6 + device in blue, black and gold matte colors.

Samsung Galaxy A6 (2018)

Both devices have a concise premium design with elegant bends and smooth lines, and thanks to a strong aluminum case with matte sputtering, smartphones are conveniently located in the hand and do not slide.

Galaxy A6 and A6 + have a screen with an aspect ratio of 18.5: 9. It is ideal for gaming, typing, surfing the Internet and more. Both models received a Super AMOLED screen that displays more contrasting and dynamic colors, transmitting cleaner and clearer images.

Samsung Galaxy A6 and A6 + smartphones allow you to launch two applications on the screen at once. Now this feature is available directly from the main screen, which allows you to run your favorite applications in one touch and enjoy efficient work on a smartphone.

Both models have a powerful front and main camera with an integrated front LED flash for shooting stylish selfies and creating high-quality shots even in low-light mode. The older model Samsung Galaxy A6 + is equipped with a double main camera, thanks to which the pictures are even clearer. Using the "live focus" mode, users can adjust the depth of sharpness and apply the "side" effect, add the effects of figurative blur of the background (for example, in the form of a star or heart) to previously shot photos.

On the back of the Galaxy A6 and A6 + smartphones, a fingerprint scanner is located under the camera. Using the built-in facial recognition system, the user can set the device to unlock by identifying his own face or fingerprint.

Dolby Atmos technology allows the spread of sound in 3D space around the user, so smartphone owners can enjoy deeper surround sound when watching movies and listening to audio through headphones or other external devices that support Dolby Atmos technology.

Devices have a large amount of RAM and internal memory, so you can install even more applications and games, as well as store more interesting content directly on your smartphone. Smartphones have three slots, which allows you to simultaneously use two SIM cards and a microSD memory card.

More detailed specifications Samsung Galaxy A6 and A6 +

The cost of devices in Russia will be 22990 rubles for Samsung Galaxy A6 and 26990 rubles for Samsung Galaxy A6 +.

2015: Samsung Galaxy A7 Announcement (2016)

On December 2, 2015, Samsung Electronics introduced the second-generation Galaxy A smartphone line. Among the innovations is the flagship model Galaxy A7 (2016), which, compared to its predecessor, received a more capacious battery, a fingerprint scanner, the manufacturer's own payment system and an improved camera.

The Samsung Galaxy A7 of the 2016 model year has an octa-core processor with a clock speed of 1.6 GHz, a 5.5-inch Super AMOLED display with a resolution of 1920 x 1080 pixels, a 3300 mAh battery with fast charging, 3 GB of RAM and 16 GB of built-in flash memory. The first generation Samsung Galaxy A7 uses 2 GB of RAM and a 2600 mAh power cell.

Samsung Galaxy A7 2016 received a fingerprint scanner and camera with optical image stabilization

In addition, optical image stabilization appeared in the new device, but the digital cameras remained the same - 13-megapixel main and 5-megapixel front.

Samsung Galaxy A7 (2016) supports the Samsung Pay payment system (by the beginning of December 2015 it is not available in Russia), which allows you to pay for goods and services through ordinary terminals working with credit cards with a magnetic stripe. Other similar services, such as Apple Pay, require the presence of an NFC module in the smartphone. The latter, by the way, is provided in the Samsung Galaxy A7 (2016).

Samsung Galaxy A7 (2016) has a thickness of 7.3 mm and is made of metal and glass

The dimensions of the new product are 151.5 x 74.1 x 7.3 mm, weight - 172 grams. It is compatible with Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n, Bluetooth 4.1, ANT + LTE , and Cat.6. The software basis is operating system Android 5.1 Lollipop.

In addition, the device is equipped with a fingerprint scanner, which allows you to remove the phone from the lock using the recognition of fingerprints of its owner. This technology is also used in payment transactions with Samsung Pay. The smartphone body is made of metal and glass.

Comparison of Samsung Galaxy A7 (2016) with major competitors, TAdviser data

The launch of sales of the Samsung Galaxy A7 (2016) in Russia is scheduled for January 2016. The cost of the product will be announced later. It is known that in Europe it will be offered at a price of 469 euros.^[3]

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