Samsung Nigeria has launched two new additions to its Galaxy A series – Galaxy A55 5G and Galaxy A35 5G smartphones.
Both devices are designed to bring the power of 5G
connectivity to a wider range of consumers, offering a seamless and fast mobile
experience at affordable price points.
Speaking during the unveiling at Samsung office in Lagos,
Sung-won Jung, the CEO, Samsung Electronics West Africa, described both Galaxy
A-series models as a smartphone that stands out as a versatile high-end
smartphone packed with advanced features.
According to him, both devices boast a vibrant 6.6-inch FHD+
Super AMOLED display with a high refresh rate, and vision booster, delivering
stunning visuals and smooth scrolling.
“Powered by an efficient octa-core processor, the Galaxy
A55/A35 devices ensure smooth multitasking and exceptional gaming performance”,
he said.
“Cutting-edge mobile experiences are increasingly essential
to everyday life. “With continuous enhancements to the Galaxy A series, we’re
ensuring that more people across Nigeria can access our transformative
innovations,” Jung added.
Galaxy A55 5G excels with its AI-powered ISP camera ensuring
clear and detailed night shots, featuring Super HDR Video and UHD adaptive VDIS
which lets you take vivid and steady videos for detailed close-up shots, and a
depth sensor for stunning portrait mode effects even in low light conditions.
“Bolstered by its impressive 8GB RAM, whether users are
capturing everyday moments, creative photos or editing videos on the go, this
smartphone delivers impressive results”, said Stephen Okwara, Head of Product
Management, MX Division, Samsung West Africa. “Moreover, users of both Galaxy
A55 5G and A35 5G can enjoy peace of mind with their device which comes with an
IP67 rating for water and dust resistance, 4 OS updates and 5 years security
updates.
“With 5G connectivity, users can experience blazing-fast
download and streaming speeds, enabling seamless video calls, gaming, and media
consumption on the go”, he said.
On the other hand, the Galaxy A35 5G’s 50MP camera supports
Nightography with 4x multi-readout for stunning low-light photos. Super HDR
Video and shake-free 4K UHD let you capture videos with next-level clarity and
details. Featuring the powerful Exynos 1380 and durable rear glass, it’s built
to stay tough for longer.
Both the Galaxy A55 5G and Galaxy A35 5G feature Samsung’s
One UI software, providing a user-friendly interface and access to a wide range
of features and customization options.
With security features like end-to-end encryption, face
recognition, fingerprint scanning and up to 5 years security update, users can
explore limitless possibilities of the digital world with Samsung Knox Vault as
shield.
These new additions to the Galaxy A series underscore
Samsung’s commitment to democratizing 5G technology, making it accessible to a
diverse range of consumers without compromising on performance, features, or
design.
The Galaxy A55 5G and Galaxy A35 5G are set to redefine the
high-end smartphone segment with their blend of affordability, functionality,
and 5G capabilities.
Price of Samsung Galaxy A55 5G and Galaxy A35 5G
The recommended Retail Prices for Samsung Galaxy A55 5G and
Galaxy A35 5G are as follows:
A55 5G (8GB/128G) – N531,000
A55 5G (8GB/256G) – N589,000
A35 5G (6G/128G) – N462,000
A35 5G (8G/256) – N540,000
Samsung A55 5G Specifications
LAUNCH | |
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Announced | 2024, March 11 |
Status | Available. Released 2024, March 15 |
BODY | |
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Dimensions | 161.1 x 77.4 x 8.2 mm (6.34 x 3.05 x 0.32 in) |
Weight | 213 g (7.51 oz) |
Build | Glass front (Gorilla Glass Victus+), glass back (Gorilla Glass), aluminum frame |
SIM | Single SIM (Nano-SIM, eSIM) or Hybrid Dual SIM (Nano-SIM, dual stand-by) |
IP67 dust/water resistant (up to 1m for 30 min) |
DISPLAY | |
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Type | Super AMOLED, 120Hz, HDR10+, 1000 nits (HBM) |
Size | 6.6 inches, 106.9 cm2 (~85.8% screen-to-body ratio) |
Resolution | 1080 x 2340 pixels, 19.5:9 ratio (~390 ppi density) |
Protection | Corning Gorilla Glass Victus+ |
Always-on display |
PLATFORM | |
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OS | Android 14, One UI 6.1 |
Chipset | Exynos 1480 (4 nm) |
CPU | Octa-core (4x2.75 GHz Cortex-A78 & 4x2.0 GHz Cortex-A55) |
GPU | Xclipse 530 |
MEMORY | |
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Card slot | microSDXC (uses shared SIM slot) |
Internal | 128GB 8GB RAM, 256GB 8GB RAM, 256GB 12GB RAM |
MAIN CAMERA | |
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Triple | 50 MP, f/1.8, (wide), 1/1.56", 1.0µm, PDAF, OIS 12 MP, f/2.2, 123˚ (ultrawide), 1/3.06", 1.12µm 5 MP, f/2.4, (macro) |
Features | LED flash, panorama, HDR |
Video | 4K@30fps, 1080p@30/60fps, gyro-EIS |
SELFIE CAMERA | |
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Single | 32 MP, f/2.2, 26mm (wide), 1/2.74", 0.8µm |
Video | 4K@30fps, 1080p@30/60fps |
SOUND | |
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Loudspeaker | Yes, with stereo speakers |
3.5mm jack | No |
COMMS | |
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WLAN | Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct |
Bluetooth | 5.3, A2DP, LE |
Positioning | GPS, GALILEO, GLONASS, BDS, QZSS |
NFC | Yes (market/region dependent) |
Radio | No |
USB | USB Type-C 2.0, OTG |
FEATURES | |
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Sensors | Fingerprint (under display, optical), accelerometer, gyro, compass |
Virtual proximity sensing |
BATTERY | |
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Type | Li-Ion 5000 mAh, non-removable |
Charging | 25W wired |
MISC | |
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Colors | Iceblue, Lilac, Navy, Lemon |
Models | SM-A556V, SM-A556U, SM-A556U1, SM-A556B, SM-A556B/DS, SM-A556E, SM-A556E/DS, SM-A5560 |
SAR EU | 0.68 W/kg (head) 1.04 W/kg (body) |
Samsung A35 5G Specifications
LAUNCH | |
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Announced | 2024, March 11 |
Status | Available. Released 2024, March 15 |
BODY | |
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Dimensions | 161.7 x 78 x 8.2 mm (6.37 x 3.07 x 0.32 in) |
Weight | 209 g (7.37 oz) |
Build | Glass front (Gorilla Glass Victus+), plastic frame, glass back |
SIM | Nano-SIM, eSIM or Hybrid SIM (Nano-SIM, dual stand-by) |
IP67 dust/water resistant (up to 1m for 30 min) |
DISPLAY | |
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Type | Super AMOLED, 120Hz, 1000 nits (HBM) |
Size | 6.6 inches, 106.9 cm2 (~84.8% screen-to-body ratio) |
Resolution | 1080 x 2340 pixels, 19.5:9 ratio (~390 ppi density) |
Protection | Corning Gorilla Glass Victus+ |
Always-on display |
PLATFORM | |
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OS | Android 14, One UI 6.1 |
Chipset | Exynos 1380 (5 nm) |
CPU | Octa-core (4x2.4 GHz Cortex-A78 & 4x2.0 GHz Cortex-A55) |
GPU | Mali-G68 MP5 |
MEMORY | |
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Card slot | microSDXC (uses shared SIM slot) |
Internal | 128GB 6GB RAM, 128GB 8GB RAM, 256GB 8GB RAM |
MAIN CAMERA | |
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Triple | 50 MP, f/1.8, (wide), 1/1.96", PDAF, OIS 8 MP, f/2.2, 123˚, (ultrawide), 1/4.0", 1.12µm 5 MP, f/2.4, (macro) |
Features | LED flash, panorama, HDR |
Video | 4K@30fps, 1080p@30/60fps, gyro-EIS |
SELFIE CAMERA | |
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Single | 13 MP, f/2.2, (wide), 1/3.06", 1.12µm |
Video | 4K@30fps, 1080p@30fps |
SOUND | |
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Loudspeaker | Yes, with stereo speakers |
3.5mm jack | No |
COMMS | |
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WLAN | Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct |
Bluetooth | 5.3, A2DP, LE |
Positioning | GPS, GALILEO, GLONASS, BDS, QZSS |
NFC | Yes (market/region dependent) |
Radio | No |
USB | USB Type-C 2.0, OTG |
FEATURES | |
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Sensors | Fingerprint (under display, optical), accelerometer, gyro, compass |
Messaging | SMS(threaded view), MMS, Email, Push Email, IM |
Browser | HTML5 |
Virtual proximity sensing |
BATTERY | |
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Type | Li-Ion 5000 mAh, non-removable |
Charging | 25W wired |
MISC | |
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Colors | Iceblue, Lilac, Navy |
Models | SM-A356E, SM-A356E/DS, SM-A356B, SM-A356B/DS |
SAR | 0.81 W/kg (head) |
SAR EU | 0.44 W/kg (head) 0.92 W/kg (body) |