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Graphite, Gold, Silver, Sierra Blue
Ceramic Shield front
Textured matte glass back and
stainless steel design
Size and Weight
Weight: 8.39 ounces (238 grams)
Display
Super Retina XDR display with ProMotion
6.7‑inch (diagonal) all‑screen OLED display
2778‑by‑1284-pixel resolution at 458 ppi
The iPhone 13 Pro Max display has rounded corners that follow a beautiful curved design, and these corners are within a standard rectangle. When measured as a standard rectangular shape, the screen is 6.68 inches diagonally (actual viewable area is less).
- ProMotion technology with adaptive refresh rates up to 120Hz
- HDR display
- True Tone
- Wide color (P3)
- Haptic Touch
- 2,000,000:1 contrast ratio (typical)
- 1000 nits max brightness (typical); 1200 nits max brightness (HDR)
- Fingerprint-resistant oleophobic coating
- Support for display of multiple languages and characters simultaneously
Splash, Water, and Dust Resistant
Rated IP68 (maximum depth of 6 meters up to 30 minutes) under IEC standard 60529
Chip
- A15 Bionic chip
- New 6‑core CPU with 2 performance and 4 efficiency cores
- New 5‑core GPU
- New 16‑core Neural Engine
Camera
- Pro 12MP camera system: Telephoto, Wide, and Ultra Wide cameras
- Telephoto: ƒ/2.8 aperture
- Wide: ƒ/1.5 aperture
- Ultra Wide: ƒ/1.8 aperture and 120° field of view
- 3x optical zoom in, 2x optical zoom out; 6x optical zoom range
- Digital zoom up to 15x
- Night mode portraits enabled by LiDAR Scanner
- Portrait mode with advanced bokeh and Depth Control
- Portrait Lighting with six effects (Natural, Studio, Contour, Stage, Stage Mono, High‑Key Mono)
- Dual optical image stabilization (Telephoto and Wide)
- Sensor‑shift optical image stabilization (Wide)
- Six‑element lens (Telephoto and Ultra Wide); seven‑element lens (Wide)
- True Tone flash with Slow Sync
- Panorama (up to 63MP)
- Sapphire crystal lens cover
- 100% Focus Pixels (Wide)
- Night mode
- Deep Fusion
- Smart HDR 4
- Photographic Styles
- Macro photography
- Apple ProRAW
- Wide color capture for photos and Live Photos
- Lens correction (Ultra Wide)
- Advanced red‑eye correction
- Photo geotagging
- Auto image stabilization
- Burst mode
- Image formats captured: HEIF and JPEG
Video Recording
- Cinematic mode for recording videos with shallow depth of field (1080p at 30 fps)
- HDR video recording with Dolby Vision up to 4K at 60 fps
- 4K video recording at 24 fps, 25 fps, 30 fps, or 60 fps
- 1080p HD video recording at 25 fps, 30 fps, or 60 fps
- 720p HD video recording at 30 fps
- ProRes video recording up to 4K at 30 fps (1080p at 30 fps for 128GB storage)
- Sensor‑shift optical image stabilization for video (Wide)
- Dual optical image stabilization for video (Telephoto and Wide)
- 3x optical zoom in, 2x optical zoom out; 6x optical zoom range
- Digital zoom up to 9x
- Audio zoom
- True Tone flash
- QuickTake video
- Slo‑mo video support for 1080p at 120 fps or 240 fps
- Time‑lapse video with stabilization
- Night mode Time‑lapse
- Cinematic video stabilization (4K, 1080p, and 720p)
- Continuous autofocus video
- Take 8MP still photos while recording 4K video
- Playback zoom
- Video formats recorded: HEVC and H.264
- Stereo recording
TrueDepth Camera
- 12MP camera
- ƒ/2.2 aperture
- Portrait mode with advanced bokeh and Depth Control
- Portrait Lighting with six effects (Natural, Studio, Contour, Stage, Stage Mono, High‑Key Mono)
- Animoji and Memoji
- Night mode
- Deep Fusion
- Smart HDR 4
- Photographic Styles
- Apple ProRAW
- Cinematic mode for recording videos with shallow depth of field (in 1080p at 30 fps)
- HDR video recording with Dolby Vision up to 4K at 60 fps
- 4K video recording at 24 fps, 25 fps, 30 fps, or 60 fps
- 1080p HD video recording at 25 fps, 30 fps, or 60 fps
- ProRes video recording up to 4K at 30 fps (1080p at 30 fps for 128GB storage)
- Slo‑mo video support for 1080p at 120 fps
- Time‑lapse video with stabilization
- Night mode Time‑lapse
- Cinematic video stabilization (4K, 1080p, and 720p)
- QuickTake video
- Wide color capture for photos and Live Photos
- Lens correction
- Retina Flash
- Auto image stabilization
- Burst mode
Face ID
Enabled by TrueDepth camera for facial recognition
Cellular and Wireless
Model A2483
- 5G NR (Bands n1, n2, n3, n5, n7, n8, n12, n20, n25, n28, n29, n30, n38, n40, n41, n48, n66, n71, n77, n78, n79)
- 5G NR mmWave (Bands n258, n260, n261)
- FDD-LTE (Bands 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 11, 12, 13, 14, 17, 18, 19, 20, 21, 25, 26, 28, 29, 30, 32, 66, 71)
- TD-LTE (Bands 34, 38, 39, 40, 41, 42, 46, 48)
- CDMA EV-DO Rev. A (800, 1900 MHz)
- UMTS/HSPA+/DC-HSDPA (850, 900, 1700/2100, 1900, 2100 MHz)
- GSM/EDGE (850, 900, 1800, 1900 MHz)
Model A248
- 5G NR (Bands n1, n2, n3, n5, n7, n8, n12, n20, n25, n28, n29, n30, n38, n40, n41, n48, n66, n71, n77, n78, n79)
- 5G NR mmWave (Bands n258, n260, n261)
- FDD-LTE (Bands 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 11, 12, 13, 14, 17, 18, 19, 20, 21, 25, 26, 28, 29, 30, 32, 66, 71)
- TD-LTE (Bands 34, 38, 39, 40, 41, 42, 46, 48)
- CDMA EV-DO Rev. A (800, 1900 MHz)
- UMTS/HSPA+/DC-HSDPA (850, 900, 1700/2100, 1900, 2100 MHz)
- GSM/EDGE (850, 900, 1800, 1900 MHz)
- 5G
- Gigabit LTE with 4x4 MIMO and LAA
- Wi‑Fi 6 (802.11ax) with 2x2 MIMO
- Bluetooth 5.0 wireless technology
- Ultra Wideband chip for spatial awareness
- NFC with reader mode
- Express Cards with power reserve
Location
- Built-in GPS, GLONASS, Galileo, QZSS, and BeiDou
- Digital compass
- Wi‑Fi
- Cellular
- iBeacon microlocation
Video Calling
- FaceTime video calling over cellular or Wi‑Fi
- FaceTime HD (1080p) video calling over 5G or Wi‑Fi
- Share experiences like movies, TV, music, and other apps in a FaceTime call with SharePlay
- Screen sharing
- Portrait mode in FaceTime video
- Spatial audio
- Voice Isolation and Wide Spectrum microphone modes
- Optical zoom with rear‑facing camera
Audio Calling
- FaceTime audio
- Share experiences like movies, TV, music, and other apps in a FaceTime call with SharePlay
- Screen sharing
- Spatial audio
- Voice Isolation and Wide Spectrum microphone modes
Audio Playback
- Audio formats supported: AAC‑LC, HE‑AAC, HE‑AAC v2, Protected AAC, MP3, Linear PCM, Apple Lossless, FLAC, Dolby Digital (AC‑3), Dolby Digital Plus (E‑AC‑3), Dolby Atmos, and Audible (formats 2, 3, 4, Audible Enhanced Audio, AAX, and AAX+)
- Spatial audio playback
- User‑configurable maximum volume limit
Video Playback
- Video formats supported: HEVC, H.264, MPEG‑4 Part 2, and Motion JPEG
- HDR with Dolby Vision, HDR10, and HLG
- Up to 4K HDR AirPlay for mirroring, photos, and video out to Apple TV (2nd generation or later) or AirPlay 2–enabled smart TV
- Video mirroring and video out support: Up to 1080p through Lightning Digital AV Adapter and Lightning to VGA Adapter (adapters sold separately)
- External Buttons and Connectors
Power and Battery
- Video playback: Up to 28 hours
- Video playback (streamed): Up to 25 hours
- Audio playback: Up to 95 hours
- Built‑in rechargeable lithium‑ion battery
- MagSafe wireless charging up to 15W
- Qi wireless charging up to 7.5W
- Charging via USB to computer system or power adapter
- Fast-charge capable:
Up to 50% charge in around 30 minutes with 20W adapter or higher (available separately)
MagSafe
Wireless charging up to 15W
Magnet array
Alignment magnet
Accessory Identification NFC
Magnetometer
Sensors
- Face ID
- LiDAR Scanner
- Barometer
- Three‑axis gyro
- Accelerometer
- Proximity sensor
- Ambient light sensor
Operating System
iOS 15: iOS is the world’s most personal and secure mobile operating system, packed with powerful features and designed to protect your privacy.
Accessibility
Built-in accessibility features supporting vision, mobility, hearing, and cognitive disabilities help you get the most out of your iPhone.
Features include:
- VoiceOver
- Zoom
- Magnifier
- Dictation
- Switch Control
- Closed Captions
- AssistiveTouch
- Spoken Content
- Back Tap
Built-in Apps
Free Apps from Apple
SIM Card
- Dual SIM (nano‑SIM and eSIM)
- Dual eSIM support
- iPhone 13 Pro and iPhone 13 Pro Max are not compatible with existing micro‑SIM cards.
In the Box
- iPhone with iOS 15
- USB‑C to Lightning Cable
- Documentation
|  Oppo A18
It features a 6.56-inch LCD with HD+ resolution and has a water-drop notch and sizable bezels around the screen. Under the hood, the device has a MediaTek Helio G35 powering the device with 4GB of RAM and 128GB of storage. The smartphone has a dual camera setup on the back with an 8MP primary camera and a 2MP depth sensor. We get a 5MP (wide) selfie camera with fixed focus. Oppo A18 draws power from a 5,000mAh battery with some features to extend battery life, including Super Power Saving Mode and Super Nighttime Standby. Other notable specs include the Android 13 Operating System, ColorOS 13.1 UI, IP54 water resistance rating, USB Type-C 2.0, and OTG for charging and data transfer. It is available in Glowing Black and Glowing Blue colours.
Design and Build
Oppo A18 is the ideal budget phone you have been waiting for, coming along as part of the long Oppo A series of phones. It measures 163.7 x 75 x 8.2 mm (6.44 x 2.95 x 0.32 in) and weighs 188g. the dual SIM phone is IP54 rated, being dust and splash-resistant.
Unlock your potential and enhance your phone security with the reliable Side Fingerprint Unlock. The fingerprint scanner serves as the power button on the Oppo A18.
Add a touch of class to every day with the sophisticated, high-end 2D design. Then, get straight into the on-screen action, thanks to the rapid-fire side fingerprint unlock function.
The Oppo Glow Design
Oppo’s modern, shimmering take on classic black features a string of pearl design highlighting your camera. Dive into the shifting depths of glowing blue, like light on the shimmering seas of a perfect summer’s day. The two colours for Oppo A18 (Glowing Black Glowing Blue) complement your style, elegance and sophistication.
Oppo a18’s Display
Brighten Up Your Day with the 90Hz Sunlight Display on the 6.56 IPS LCD screen. The bigger, brighter screen gives you excellent colour and a rapid refresh rate, immersing you in awesome on-screen action that flows seamlessly from second to second.
At 720 x 1612 pixels, 20:9 ratio (~269 ppi density) resolution, the 6.56-inch display is good but could be better with 1080p resolution, allowing for better user experience. Nevertheless, the 269 ppi density is good enough for video viewing, content consumption, internet browsing and social media interactions.
Notably, Oppo A18’s display does not have a screen protector always on display. You may need to buy one separately from Phoneplace Kenya or your trusted supplier.
 Camera Set up on Oppo A18
Oppo A18 has a slightly average set of cameras. It packs;
- 5 MP, f/2.2, (wide) selfie camera that records 1080p videos
- Primary camera consisting of two lenses: 8 MP, f/2.0, (wide), AF + 2 MP, f/2.4, (depth). The primary camera equally records 1080p videos.
With both, you can record decent pictures and record 1080p videos. However, you will have a lesser quality experience than other smartphones like the Oppo A98 and Oppo A58, which pack superior cameras and record up to 4K videos.
Perfect Your Portraits
AI Portrait Retouching
Illuminate every portrait and amaze every capture with AI Portrait Retouching.
Portrait Bokeh
Elevate your subjects to the spotlight with Portrait Mode, which centres people in the frame for a stunning capture.
Performance
Do you want a phone that keeps pace with all your scrolling, snapping, watching, and working? You have it with the Oppo A18-Tech smarts translate into smooth phone performance that stands the test of time, along with all the running memory and storage you’ll ever need.
Specifically, the Oppo A18 has several features worth considering as a budget handset.
Operating System
Oppo A18 runs on the latest Android 13 OS, complemented with ColorOS 13.1, enabling better user experience through customization and personalization of apps and phone features.
ColorOS 13.1
- Deep Phone Optimizer: Say yes to more competent storage management and keep peak performance with the built-in system clean-up function.
- 3-Finger Translate with Google Lens: Understand the world’s wonders in a single touch, thanks to Three-Finger Translate with Google Lens.
- Five-Grade Access Control: Take control of your privacy with Five-Grade Access Control. Only share what you want to.
Oppo A18’s Processor
The Oppo handset is powered by a reliable Mediatek MT6769 Helio G85 (12nm) chipset. The Octa-core (2×2.0 GHz Cortex-A75 & 6×1.8 GHz Cortex-A55) CPU and Mali-G52 MC2 GPU provide power and proficiency for multitasking and gaming. For avid gamers, the chipset allows you to get a decent experience for low to mid-setting games.
However, for a better gaming experience, you must opt for handsets with more processing power. Oppo A98 is a great choice, considering it comes with an Octa-core, Qualcomm SM6375 Snapdragon 695 5G (6 nm) processor, which is superior compared to Oppo A18’s Helio G85 (12nm) chipset.
Phone Memory Space
Oppo A18 packs sufficient phone memory storage for its affordable, budget phone category. It packs 128GB and 4GB RAM, besides additional storage via the dedicated microSDXC Card slot. 128GB 4GB RAM is sufficient to store data and files and download plenty of apps.
 Connectivity
Connect with family and friends using the Oppo A18. It supports GSM technology but is unfortunately limited to supporting up to 4G network bands. With HSPA LTE network speed, you will have a decent time uploading and downloading large files and media in supported formats.
Other forms of connectivity you can leverage and rely on are:
- Internet: Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band
- Bluetooth: 3, A2DP, LE, apt-X HD
- Positioning: GPS, GALILEO, GLONASS, BDS, QZSS
- NFC: Not supported
- USB: USB Type-C 2.0, OTG
Multi-Media and Communication
Ultra-Volume Mode
Whether you need to immerse yourself in a noisy environment or amp up the energy at a social gathering, Ultra Volume Mode now provides outstanding audio clarity with an output that can be increased by up to 300%.
Ports
The ports on the Oppo A18 phone are:
- 5mm jack for wired headphones and earphones
- USB Type-C 2.0, OTG
Although Oppo A18 features a 3.5mm jack port, it disappointedly does not support FM Radio. This is too bad for you if you are an avid FM Radio listener. However, you can still listen to your favourite radio shows online.
Sensors
They are handy for better handling the phone as you play games, communicate, and take photos and videos. The sensors on the Oppo A18 are Fingerprint (side-mounted), accelerometer, proximity, and compass.
Battery
Oppo never gets it wrong with their handsets when it comes to power, as it is with the case of Oppo A18. You can continue using the device, powered by a massive 5,000 mAh non-removable battery. Manage a hectic day, play your latest game until your fingers fail, or relax into scrolling your socials on some well-earned downtime. Whatever you need your phone for, this big battery will keep battery fear at bay.
Battery provisions
- 7 hours of game time with a 100% battery
- 32 hours of call time
- Over 1.6 hours of calling with 5% battery.
 Pros and Cons of Oppo A18
Pros
- Decent display size
- Decent refresh rate, 90Hz
- Decent battery capacity, 5000mAh
- Decent memory, 128GB 4GB RAM
- Support fingerprint scanner
- Runs on latest Android 13, ColorOS 13.1
- Oppo A18 is IP54, dust and splash resistant
Cons
- No FM Radio
- Does not support 5G Network connectivity
- No fast charging
- No reverse charging
- No wireless charging
- 720p resolution
- Below-par camera set-up
- No FM Radio support
- No NFC support.
Benefits of owning and using the Oppo A18
- You will enjoy a large, immersive display for gaming and media needs.
- You will experience smooth and responsive performance for multitasking based on the decent Helio G85 chipset.
- You will capture clear, detailed photos with the 8MP + 2MP dual-camera setup.
- Ample storage capacity to store all your content and expandability option
- Also, you will stay connected for extended periods with the generous 5,000mAh battery capacity.
Alternative Handsets
- Oppo A98
- Oppo A58
- Samsung Galaxy A05s
- Redmi Note 12
| Samsung Galaxy A25 5G
The Galaxy A25 has a 6.5-inch super AMOLED screen with an Infinity-V notch, a 90Hz refresh rate, and a side-mounted fingerprint scanner. It runs on an Octa-core Exynos 1280 (5 nm) processor with 128GB 6GB RAM, 128GB 8GB RAM, 256GB 8GB RAM, and is based on Android 14, One UI 6 OS. Samsung Galaxy A25 5G has a triple rear main camera setup consisting of 50MP+ 8MP + 2MP. At the front, it features a 13MP (wide) selfie camera. The Front is made of glass, and the body and back are plastic. It is powered by a 5,000mAh battery that supports 25W fast charging out of the box.
Product Description
Design and Display
The Samsung Galaxy A25 boasts a sleek and modern design, contrasting its budget-friendly price as it appears and feels premium. Its slim profile and rounded edges make it comfortable to hold. The plastic back panel with a matte finish adds a touch of class, sophistication, and elegance. Galaxy A25 is now available in various colors, from Black, red, and yellow.
Samsung Galaxy A25 Display
Its v-notched Super AMOLED display stands out. Boasting 120 refresh rate and 1080 x 2340 pixels, 19.5:9 ratio (~396 ppi density), the Full HD+ resolution and vibrant colors create an immersive visual experience, especially when immersed in games or video streaming. The bezels are thin and minimized to maximize viewing space.
Notably, the distinctive waterdrop notch at the top houses the front-facing camera. This does not interfere with your viewing experience as you watch Netflix or YouTube on the handset or immerse yourself in epic gaming.
Camera Set up
The handset packs a 13 MP, f/2.2, (wide) selfie camera that takes decent selfies and records quality 1080p videos at 30fps.
The main camera consists of a triple setup:
- 50 MP, f/1.8, (wide), PDAF, OIS
- 8 MP, f/2.2, 120˚ (ultrawide)
- 2 MP, f/2.4, (macro) lens.
The cameras capture fantastic pictures with an outstanding balance of black and white and color saturation. Capture awesome 1080p@30fps video as you leverage the LED flash, panorama, and HDR features, which help adaptability of different scenes and circumstances.
Performance
Samsung Galaxy A25 is powered by an Octa-core Exynos 1280 (5 nm) processor and is anchored by 128GB of 6GB RAM and 256GB of 8GB of RAM storage. Running on Android 14, One UI 6, Galaxy A25 handles day-to-day tasks and multitasking efficiently and is user-friendly even as you navigate through apps and browse the internet. While it is an average gaming smartphone, it takes most casual games well. Notwithstanding, for a budget phone, the A25’s overall performance is impressive.
Other Notable Key Features
Galaxy A25 is 5G network-enabled and equipped for fast uploading and downloading of pictures, videos, and other supported heavy files.
It comes with a side-mounted fingerprint scanner, which is fast and accurate. The rear-mounted scanner combined with the supported facial recognition for unlocking the device enhances security access to your phone.
The handset has a USB-C port for wired data transfer, charging, and expandable storage via a microSD card slot. Connectivity and communication are enhanced by the Bluetooth 5.1, A2DP, and LE installed, besides Wi-Fi connectivity (Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct), accurate positioning (GPS, GLONASS, GALILEO, BDS, QZSSPS), NFC, FM Radio and 3.5mm jack port for wired headset connection.
Battery Life
The powerful and large capacity 5,000mAh battery is a significant highlight for the Samsung Galaxy A25. As an average user, you will have at least 1.5 days of usage time before recharging. Samsung’s One UI includes power-saving features that can help stretch the battery life further. To recharge, use the 25W wired fast charging unit that gets you going quickly.
Pros and Cons of Samsung Galaxy A25
Pros
- Sleek, slim design and excellent aesthetics
- Friendly pricing on the budget smartphone
- 5G network connectivity
- Decent storage specifications (128GB 6GB RAM, 256GB 8GB RAM)
- Dedicated microSDXC slot
- Decent camera setup
- Great display, resolution, and refresh rate for immersive gaming and cinematic viewing
- 5mm jack port supported
- FM Radio supported
- NFC support
- Powerful 5,000mAh battery that matches demands placed on the Galaxy A25
- Supports fast charging
Cons
- No 4K Video recording capabilities
- No wireless charging
- No gorilla glass protection
- The handset is not waterproof
- Cheap due to the type and quality of material used.
Alternative Handsets to Samsung Galaxy A25 5G
- Samsung Galaxy A34
- Tecno Pop 8
- Infinix Smart 8
- Itel S23+
- Oppo A77s
Summary and Final Thoughts on Samsung Galaxy A25
The Samsung Galaxy A25 is a remarkable budget smartphone. It offers quite a handful for its price: 5G connectivity, a Super AMOLED Display with 120Hz, a decent camera system, and massive storage capacity. It has all the features you want in a smartphone at a decent, budget-friendly price. Although it lacks 4K connectivity, waterproof grading, wireless charging, and Gorilla glass protection, its pros often outweigh the cons. If you work with a tight budget, you are guaranteed value for money with the Galaxy A25 without compromising on many things you will want on a smartphone in 2024.
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Samsung Galaxy A35 5G
It replaces the Galaxy A34 5G, its predecessor. The handset weighs 209g, measures 161.7 x 78 x 8.2 mm (6.37 x 3.07 x 0.32 in), and features a 6.6-inch Super AMOLED, 120Hz, 1000 nits (HBM) display. The display has 1080 x 2340 pixels, a 19.5:9 ratio (~390 ppi density) and the screen comes with a Corning Gorilla Glass Victus+ protector. Galaxy A35 runs on Android 14, One UI 6.1 OS, and is powered by an Octa-core Exynos 1380 (5 nm) chipset. Anchored the device for optimal performance are 128GB 6GB RAM, 128GB 8GB RAM, and 256GB 8GB RAM besides microSDXC (uses shared SIM slot) for additional memory.
For optics, the Galaxy A35 has a 50MP + 8MP + 5MP main triple camera set up, and 13 MP, f/2.2, (wide), 1/3.06″, 1.12µm single, front camera for selfie and video chatting. It is a 5G-enabled device with Bluetooth 5.3, Wi-Fi 802.11, NFC wireless connectivity, and supporting USB Type-C 2.0, OTG wired connectivity. The handset is powered by a 5,000mAh non-removable battery, supporting 25W fast charging but no wireless or reverse charging.
Samsung Galaxy A35 Unique Selling Features
- Elegant Design and Durability: With an IP67 rating for dust and water resistance, the Galaxy A35 is designed to withstand the elements.
- Enhanced Nightography: Equipped with advanced AI Image Signal Processing, Galaxy A35 5G captures clearer and more vibrant photos even in poor lighting conditions.
- Super AMOLED Display: a 6.6-inch Full HD+ Super AMOLED display, featuring a 120Hz refresh rate and up to 1,000 nits brightness offers an immersive and vivid viewing experience.
- Robust Performance: Powered by a 5nm octa-core Exynos 1380 SoC, it offers smooth and efficient performance3.
- A Versatile Camera System: the triple camera setup with unique features like optical image stabilization (OIS) and video digital image stabilization (VDIS) ensures crisp photos and videos.
- Guaranteed Security: Samsung Knox Vault provides flagship-level security, protecting your data more effectively.
- Long-Lasting Battery: A 5,000mAh battery with 25W fast charging keeps you powered throughout the day.
These features are engineered to provide a premium experience at a budget-friendly price point, making the Samsung Galaxy A35 a compelling choice if you are looking for quality, sophistication, great performance, and innovation.
Detailed Product Description
Design and Body Build
Galaxy A35 5G boasts of a modern design with a focus on sleekness and functionality. Dimension-wise, it measures 161.7 x 78 x 8.2 mm (6.37 x 3.07 x 0.32 in) and weighs 209g. Certainly, it is a bulky and heavy phone, but reasonably good enough for portability and easy handling while in use. The weight could be attributed to its robust build, consisting of a glass front (Gorilla Glass Victus+), plastic frame, and glass back. Comparatively, the newly released Galaxy A55 consists of an almost similar body build: Glass front (Gorilla Glass Victus+), glass back (Gorilla Glass), and aluminum frame; with the difference coming in on the body frame.
The front of the smartphone features a 6.6-inch Super AMOLED screen, offering vibrant colors and deep blacks, with a resolution of 1080 x 2340 pixels and a 120 Hz refresh rate. Galaxy A35 5G has a waterproof IP67 rating, ensuring durability against dust and water. The rear material is glass, providing a premium feel, while the frame material is plastic, which contributes to a lighter weight. Galaxy A35 5G comes in a variety of colors including Iceblue, Lilac, and Navy
Overall, the Galaxy A35 5G design aligns with Samsung’s 2023 smartphone lineup aesthetics, featuring rounded corners and a focus on a seamless user experience. The smartphone is designed to offer a balance between style, performance, and durability.
Display
Samsung Galaxy A35 features a 6.6-inch Super AMOLED display with a resolution of 1080 x 2340 pixels and a 120Hz refresh rate. Notably, its impressive display performance, particularly for its color rendering in various lighting environments and good readability outdoors is praiseworthy. The immersive Super AMOLED display also boasts a peak brightness of 1000 nits in sunlight conditions, which is quite high compared to its rival models. Besides, the screen comes protected with the much-adored break and scratch-proof Corning Gorilla Glass Victus+, ensuring an optimized viewing experience and durability. Certainly, Galaxy A35 is a champion display-wise for its category and price category.
Camera Set up
Samsung Galaxy A35 features a versatile triple-camera setup, designed to cater to various photography needs. It features:
- 50 MP, f/1.8, (wide), 1/1.96″, PDAF, OIS Primary Camera: Equipped with Optical Image Stabilization (OIS), the primary camera ensures sharp and clear images even in shaky conditions.
- 8 MP, f/2.2, 123˚, (ultrawide), 1/4.0″, 1.12µm Camera: this ultra-wide lens captures wider scenes, perfect for landscapes or group photos.
- 5 MP, f/2.4 Macro Camera: the macro camera allows you to capture fine details with precision, fine-tuning close-up shots.
- 13 MP, f/2.2, (wide), 1/3.06″, 1.12µm front camera: great for awesome selfies and video chatting, besides 4K video recording.
Additionally, Galaxy A35 5G records 4K videos @30fps, using both the front and rear (50MP) cameras, providing high-quality video capabilities. The 13MP front camera ensures your selfies are crisp and full of detail, with wide-angle capture capabilities. This setup is a significant improvement from its predecessors (A15, A25), offering you a commendable photography and videography experience.
Samsung Galaxy A35 Performance
Processor
It is powered by the Exynos 1380 chipset, which is an octa-core processor with a configuration of 4×2.4 GHz Cortex-A78 & 4×2.0 GHz Cortex-A55 cores. This chipset is designed to provide a balance of performance and efficiency for the 5G-enabled Galaxy A35 smartphone, supporting advanced features like high-resolution cameras that record 4K videos, medium-set video games, and intensive processing associated with fast 5G connectivity.
Operating System
It runs on Android 14, complemented by Samsung’s One UI 6.1. Android 14 comes along with a host of new features aimed at enhancing personalization, privacy, security, and accessibility.
Android 14 OS
Here are some of the key highlights include:
- Personalization: Improved photo quality, new themes, and AI-generated wallpapers to customize your device to your style.
- Privacy and Security: Updates include restricting photo and video access, and data protection with 3rd party apps.
- Accessibility: Non-linear font scaling, using the Android camera as a webcam, and a transparent navigation bar.
- Camera and Media: Features like ultra HDR for images and passkeys for 3rd
- User Experience: Custom actions and improved ranking in the share sheet, separate ring, and notification volume settings.
These features are designed to make the Android experience more customizable, accessible, and protective when using your Android 14-based Galaxy 14.
Samsung’s One UI 6.1
It is an update that brings a variety of new features and improvements to enhance your experience on Samsung devices, like in this case the Galaxy A35 5G. Some of the key features introduced with One UI 6.1 include:
- AI Integration: One UI 6.1 includes several AI features, such as Circle to Search, which allows users to circle anything on the screen to search for it via Google Search.
- Live Translation in Calls: This feature provides real-time translation during calls, displaying what is being said as text on-screen.
- Enhanced Quick Panel: The quick panel has been redesigned for easier access to frequently used features, with dedicated buttons for Wi-Fi and Bluetooth.
- Improved Notification Layout: Notifications now appear as separate cards for better visibility, and full-color icons are used for a more vivid display.
- Lock Screen Customization: Users have more freedom to move the clock to their preferred position on the lock screen.
- Simplified Home Screen: App icon labels are limited to a single line for a cleaner look, and some app names have been shortened.
- Multitasking Enhancements: Pop-up windows remain open when accessing the Recents screen, allowing you to continue your tasks without interruption.
- Samsung DeX Updates: The new Samsung DeX allows for switching between DeX mode and tablet mode while maintaining the same home screen layout.
These features aim to personalize everyday experiences, increase productivity, and ensure data security and privacy. From a user point of view, these features on the operating system make the Samsung Galaxy A35 more user-friendlier, customizable, optimize production, and limit data breaches to 3rd parties. This enhances the overall perception and stance of Samsung as one of the best smartphone brands.
Storage Space
It offers 3 storage variants:
- 128GB 6GB RAM;
- 128GB 8GB RAM;
- 256GB 8GB RAM, all with expandable storage via microSD card.
Overall, these specs indicate that the Galaxy A35 5G should provide a smooth user experience for everyday tasks and some level of gaming performance. The expandable storage option is also a plus if you need more space for your files and apps. With more dependability on 5G and the need to access many heavy multimedia files, it makes perfect sense to acquire and use a phone that meets the challenges and fits the bill.
Connectivity and Communications Support
The Samsung Galaxy A35 5G offers a comprehensive range of connectivity and communication features:
- Network: The device supports 5G connectivity and comes with a Nano SIM card slot. eSIM support is also available, but applicability depends on the region.
- Wi-Fi: Wi-Fi 6 (802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/ax) with support for Dual Band, Wi-Fi MiMO, Wi-Fi Direct, Wi-Fi Hotspot, and Wi-Fi Display.
- Bluetooth:3 with LE (Low Energy) support.
- USB: USB Type-C with USB 2.0 features, including Charging, USB-storage mode, and OTG (On-The-Go).
- GPS: Includes support for GPS, GLONASS, Beidou, Galileo, and QZSS.
- NFC: supported, with availability depending on the region.
- Sound: Stereo speakers with Dolby Atmos support for an immersive audio experience.
- 5mm Jack port: not supported
- FM Radio: Not supported
These features ensure that the Samsung Galaxy A35 5G provides fast and reliable communication, and makes you productive and accessible at all times to family, friends, and the online community through social platforms to share knowledge and moments.
Battery and Power Management
Samsung Galaxy A35 5G packs a 5,000 mAh battery that supports 25W fast charging. This allows the phone to charge up to 57% in just 30 minutes. The device does not support wireless charging or reverse charging, which is a disappointment. Nevertheless, its fast-charging capability ensures that you can quickly power up the device when needed. The full charging time for the battery is approximately 1 hour and 2 minutes.
Power Management and Optimization
The Galaxy A35 5G comes with optimized power management to balance performance and efficiency, ensuring all-day usage without frequent charging. Running on Android 14 with One UI 6.1, the handset offers various software optimizations to enhance battery life. Moreover, the 6.6″ Super AMOLED display with a resolution of 1080 x 2340 pixels is designed to be energy efficient, contributing to better battery management and power longevity hence optimizing your productivity.
Pros and Cons of Samsung Galaxy A35 5G
Pros
- Access to the benefit of fast 5G connectivity
- Large, vibrant, Super AMOLED display providing an immersive, comprehensive viewing experience
- It is powered by the Exynos 1380 chipset, which provides good performance for everyday tasks and mid-level gaming.
- The triple-camera setup with a 50MP main sensor captures high-quality images, and the phone supports 4K video recording, with Gyro EIS support for image stabilization;
- Massive RAM and ROM, making it a great device for intensive tasks that require lots of RAM and internal storage.
- A 5,000mAh battery with 25W fast charging ensures long-lasting battery life, and the ability to charge on the go.
- IP67 rating for dust and water resistance and Corning Gorilla Glass Victus+ screen protection add to the durability of the device.
- Samsung Knox Vault offers robust security to protect user data.
Cons
- The plastic frame material is plastic, which may make the handset feel cheap compared to the Galaxy A55 model, or rival phones with eco-leather or glass back panes and aluminum body frames.
- No eSIM Support: Unlike some of its competitors, the Galaxy A35 5G does not support eSIM technology.
- The single-core performance might be slower compared to some other models in the same range.
Verdict
Samsung Galaxy stands aloof in its category and price segment, with an outstanding processor, camera capabilities, and display quality. The battery life is also a strong point, with up to 26 hours of video playback. However, you need to be wary of the plastic frame built which deprives the A35’s premium feel, lack of eSIM support, and most significantly the single-core performance which might be slower compared to some other models in the same range. Overall, the Galaxy A35 is a solid choice if you are seeking a mid-range phone with strong features and reliable performance.
Alternative Handsets to Galaxy A35 5G
- Nothing Phone (2a)
- Xiaomi POCO x6 Pro
- Samsung Galaxy A34 5G
- Oppo Reno 11
- Samsung Galaxy A34 5G
| Samsung Galaxy A05
Galaxy A05 weighs 195g and measures 168.8 x 78.2 x 8.8 mm. It features a 6.7-inch PLS LCD with 720 x 1600 pixels. Samsung Galaxy AO5 runs on Android 13 OS, is powered by an Octa-core Mediatek MT6769V/CZ Helio G85 (12nm) processor, and is anchored by 128GB 6GB RAM.
To capture pictures and record videos, you have a single 8MP selfie camera and dual main camera set up: 50MP + 2MP. Samsung Galaxy AO5 records good quality 1080p@30/60fps videos. Being 4G enabled, with Wi-Fi and Bluetooth (5.3, A2DP, LE), connectivity is decent. Samsung Galaxy AO5 is powered by a Li-Po 5000 mAh, non-removable battery with a fast-charging 25W wired unit.
Samsung Galaxy A05 Specs
| Brand |
Samsung |
| Model |
Samsung Galaxy A05 |
| Announced |
25 September, 2023 |
| Released |
October, 2023 |
| Operating System |
Android 13 |
| Chipset |
Mediatek MT6769V/CZ Helio G85 (12nm) |
| CPU Speed |
Octa-core (2×2.0 GHz Cortex-A75 & 6×1.8 GHz Cortex-A55) |
| GPU |
Mali-G52 MC2 |
| Storage |
64/128GB |
| RAM |
4GB |
| Card Slot |
microSDXC |
| Rear Camera |
50 MP + 2 MP |
| Front Camera |
8 MP |
| Network |
GSM / HSPA / LTE |
| Sim Card |
Single SIM (Nano-SIM) or Dual SIM (Nano-SIM, dual stand-by) |
| Weight |
195 g |
| Dimensions |
168.8 x 78.2 x 8.8 mm (6.65 x 3.08 x 0.35 in) |
| Screen Resolution |
720 x 1600 pixels, 20:9 ratio (~262 ppi density) |
| Display Type |
PLS LCD |
| Display Size |
6.7 inches, 108.4 cm2 (~82.9% screen-to-body ratio) |
| 3.5mm jack |
Yes |
| Bluetooth |
5.3, A2DP, LE |
| GPS |
GPS, GLONASS, GALILEO, BDS, QZSS |
| NFC |
Yes |
| Wi-Fi |
Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct |
| USB |
USB Type-C 2.0 |
| Radio |
Unspecified |
| Sensor |
Fingerprint (side-mounted), accelerometer, gyro, compass
Virtual proximity sensing |
| Battery |
Li-Po 5,000 mAh, non-removable |
| Fast Charging |
25W wired |
| Colors |
Black, Silver, Light Green |
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Standout Features
The Standout Features on Samsung Galaxy A05 include:
- Powerful 5,000mAh battery
- Decent phone memory: 128GB 6GB RAM
- Latest Android 13 OS
- Decent main camera, 50MP + 2MP
Build and Design of Samsung Galaxy A05
The phone is available in Black, Silver and Light Green and comes in a sturdy frame with a linearly patterned backside. It is a beautiful, slim, sleek phone with a minimalistic, ergonomic design characteristic of most Samsung’s budget and mid-range smartphones.
Samsung Galaxy A05 measures 168.8 x 78.2 x 8.8 mm and weighs 195 g. It is not featherlight but reasonably light and slim enough to enable good handling when placed in the pocket or pulled out to make calls or text a message.
Samsung Galaxy A05 Display
It features a 6.7-inch PLS LCD, with an 82.1% screen-to-body ratio. Such a larger screen provides a platform to enjoy content and media consumption better than smaller screens. However, 720 x 1600 pixels, 20:9 ratio (~262 ppi density) resolution is lower and provides less quality user experience than 1080p resolution. Default refresh rate and resolution are functional, but limit your preferred or expected immersive experience when playing games and browsing through your gallery.
Camera Set-up
Capture the world from different angles. Cherish the photos you take with the powerful 50MP Main camera, the portraits taken with the 2MP Depth camera, and your favourite selfies with the 8MP Front camera.
Performance and Processing Power
Samsung Galaxy AO5 has a powerful octa-core Mediatek MT6769V/CZ Helio G85 processor that powers the phone, enables multitasking, and carries out key functions. Mali-G52 MC2 GPU installed on the handset enables you to effectively and seamlessly play low to mid-setting games without lags and stutters. Anchoring the handset is 128GB 6GB RAM phone memory, besides additional memory support via MicroSD. With 6GB of memory and 128GB internal storage, Galaxy A05 offers efficient performance for the task at hand.
Connectivity and Communication
Samsung Galaxy AO5 is 4G network-enabled, supporting 2G, 3G and 4G bands. You will enjoy decent uploading and downloading speeds of files with the handset. Equally enjoy decent connectivity through:
- Bluetooth:3, A2DP, LE
- Internet: Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct
- USB: USB Type-C 2.0
A 3.5mm jack port is a great consideration for the handset, enabling you to connect to your favourite radio stations and enjoy hands-free music and entertainment on your wired headsets.
Battery and Power Management on Samsung Galaxy AO5
The 5,000mAh (typical) battery gives you more time to do what you love—streaming, sharing, gaming and more. And with up to 25W of Super-Fast Charging, Galaxy A05 gets back to full power quickly.
Pros and Cons of Samsung Galaxy A05
Pros
- 4G enabled
- Affordable
- Large screen
- Decent camera set-up
- Decent processor
- Sufficient meory
- Supports additional memory via memory card
- Has a side-mounted fingerprint sensor
- Large battery and supporting fast charging.
Cons
- No 5G network speeds
- No NFC
- No 4K Video recording capabilities
- Low 720p display resolution
- No Gorilla Glass protection for the screen
- Not good for high performance and gaming due to lower power processor
Verdict
Samsung Galaxy A05 is a great, affordable budget smartphone that will keep you going. Although shaved off most of the features and functionalities found in mid-range handsets, it is still a worthwhile consideration to purchase and own. A 5000mAh battery with wired fast charging support, a large display, and a decent camera set up make it a decent phone. Despite low 720p resolution, no 4K video recording support, no 5G network connectivity and lacking custom UI, you will still find value for your money when it comes to:
- Making and receiving quality calls
- Large display for viewing content
- Large battery with 24+ hours of use before the need to recharge
- An audio jack plug in your wired headset and listen to your favourite shows and videos
- Samsung Galaxy A05 is pretty affordable, retailing at only Kes 15,000.
Alternative Handsets to Samsung Galaxy A05
- Vivo Y15S
- Oppo A18
- Modio M22
- Realme A15
|  Infinix Smart 8
It is a successor to the Smart 7, launched in February 2023. The handset features a 6.6 IPS IPS LCD screen with a resolution of 720 x 1612 pixels and a 90 Hz refresh rate. It has a punch-hole cut out for the selfie camera. A Dynamic Island-lie overlay shows status updates and charging information
The Unisoc T606 Chipset powers the handset, a 12NM Octa-core processor with two Cortex-A75 cores and six Cortex-A55 cores. Infinix Smart 8 has 8GB of RAM and 128GB of internal storage, which can be expanded with a microSD card. It has a dual rear camera setup consisting of a 13 MP primary camera with autofocus and a 0.3 MP depth sensor. It also has dual-LED flash, HDR, and panorama modes. The front camera is an 8 MP shooter with an LED flash. The device runs on Android 13 and XOS 13 skin.
To power the device, a 5,000mAh battery is installed, along with a 10W fast charger. Buy the Infinix Smart 8 today available in Timber Black, Galaxy White, Crystal Green, and Shiny Gold.
Unique Selling Points
- A large memory capacity (8GB RAM 128GB ROM) + MicroSD support for you to store as much data and files as possible
- A large battery that provides 24 Hours of power for usage, besides the 10W wired fast charging support
- Infinix Smart 8 has a large 6.6-inch display that provides sufficient screen space for gaming, chatting, and consuming video content
Product Description
Display
The Infinix Smart 8 has a 6.6-inch IPS LCD screen with a 720 x 1612 pixels resolution and a 90Hz refresh rate. It has a punch-hole cutout for the selfie camera and a Dynamic Island-like overlay that shows status updates and charging information.
Processor
The Infinix Smart 8 is powered by the Unisoc T606 chipset, a 12 nm octa-core processor with two Cortex-A75 cores and six Cortex-A55 cores. It has a Mali-G57 MP1 GPU for graphics. The processing power is sufficient for multitasking and low-setting gaming.
Memory
Infinix Smart 8 has 3GB of RAM and 64GB/128GB of internal storage, which can be expanded with a microSD card. It also has Virtual RAM, which allows the phone to use 3GB of extra memory from the storage. Thus, you have sufficient storage for your videos, pictures, and other files that you deem essential and always want to be with you.
 Camera Setup
It has a dual rear camera setup consisting of a 13 MP primary camera with autofocus and a 0.3 MP depth sensor. It also has a dual-LED flash, HDR, and panorama modes. The front camera is an 8 MP shooter with an LED flash.
 Software
Infinix Smart 8 runs on Android 13, with Infinix’s custom XOS 13 skin on top. The XOS 13 offers Smart Panel, Game Mode, Social Turbo, and Xhide features.
Battery
It has a 5,000mAh battery, which supports 10W fast charging. The battery lasts up to 24 hours of talk time, 40 hours of music playback, or 15 hours of video playback.
 Other features
The device has a fingerprint scanner, a 3.5 mm headphone jack, a Micro-USB port, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, GPS, and FM radio. It also supports dual SIM cards and 4G LTE networks.
 Pros and Cons of Infinix Smart 8
Pros
- High brightness at 500 nits
- Powerful battery set, hence power reliability
- Storage extension via MicroSD
- Decent inbuilt memory, 8GB RAM, 128GB ROM
- Multiple colour options
- Slim and light smartphone
- Smart 8 is quite affordable.
- Side-mounted fingerprint sensor
- Affordable if you are on a tight budget but want value for money
Cons
- Limited to 4G network
- It does not support NFC
- Low resolution at 720p
- Low-quality display panel (IPS LCD)
- Cheap plastic body material
- Does not support fast charging feature
- Average WLAN connection speed
- Using an outdated Bluetooth 5.0 version
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