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  • Rumours: Samsung Galaxy A3 and Galaxy A5 (2016) have an unofficial release date?

    Rumours: Samsung Galaxy A3 and Galaxy A5 (2016) have an unofficial release date?

    In our previous article regarding the new Samsung Galaxy A series (2016), we mentioned that a shop somewhere in Netherlands have already listed the price tag for the Samsung Galaxy A3 (2016) and Samsung Galaxy A5 (2016) unofficially; now another Dutch retailer, SmartPhoneShop.nl, has set up a pre-order for both devices on its online store and 8 January is the expected date listed in there.

  • Rumours: Lenovo P1 Mini and Samsung Galaxy A5's sequel tech specs leaked by TENAA

    Rumours: Lenovo P1 Mini and Samsung Galaxy A5's sequel tech specs leaked by TENAA

    Words got out from TENAA that both Lenovo K32C36 (Lenovo P1 Mini codename) and SM-A5100 (Samsung Galaxy A5’s successor) have passed and got certified. While we didn’t really get the full tech specs, but at least the important ones are listed in this article.

  • Rumour: Samsung Galaxy A5’s sequel confirms a 720p resolution?

    Rumour: Samsung Galaxy A5’s sequel confirms a 720p resolution?

    Some time ago, in a “galaxy” that is not too far from the Internet, someone managed to screenshot some tidbits of the upcoming Samsung Galaxy A5 sequel. Reading the coding in the image above, it seems that it retains most of the same number of pixels from its previous incarnation, mostly because of the 720p resolution listed there.

  • Rumours: Samsung Galaxy A5 and A3's successors tech specs?

    Rumours: Samsung Galaxy A5 and A3's successors tech specs?
    Greetings! Samsung Galaxy rumours are continuing to pour over the internet and we just got word of some speculated tech specs, the successors to the Samsung Galaxy A3 (SM-A310F) and Samsung Galaxy A5 (SM-A5100) are taking the spotlight now (enough about the Samsung Galaxy A7’s successor for now) and here’s what we got from the FCC.
  • Rumours: next Samsung Galaxy A7 and A5 leaked with tech specs

    Rumours: next Samsung Galaxy A7 and A5 leaked with tech specs

    So according to the supposed Android Marshmallow update for next year,  the next versions for the Samsung Galaxy A5 and Samsung Galaxy A7 are expected to be released next year. We just got some leaked pictures from China (again) and some unofficial tech specs too:-

    Samsung Galaxy A5 II

    • 1.6GHz Exynos 7 Octa processor
    • 2GB RAM
    • 16GB internal storage with microSD expansion support
    • 5.2-inch full HD display
    • 13MP rear camera and 5MP front-facing camera
    • Android Lollipop (5.1.1)

    Samsung Galaxy A7 II

    • 1.5GHz quad-core Snapdragon processor
    • 3GB RAM
    • 16GB internal storage with microSD expansion support
    • 5.5-inch full HD display
    • 13MP rear camera and 5MP front-facing camera
    • Android Lollipop (5.1.1)
  • The Samsung Galaxy A5 gets the 24K gold treatment

    The Samsung Galaxy A5 gets the 24K gold treatment

    The Samsung Galaxy A5, one of the company's first metal body mid-range smartphone was announced last month. Now, a Vietnamese gold plating company called Karalux is offering a special gold plated Samsung Galaxy A5 variant for an additional $200. Karalux specializes in the customization of phones and supercars and has a number of gold plated models of famous flagships like the Apple iPad Air 2Apple iPhone 6 and Samsung Galaxy Note 4 under its belt. As for the mid-range A5, Karalux has gold plated the entire aluminum body of the phone with 24K gold. The end result is a gold Galaxy A5 with some plastic patches left on the top, back and the bottom. The company claims that it takes around 4 hours to complete the process. Interested users can also ask for a custom design on the back plate of the device. Even with the $200 (RM711) additional charge, the total cost of the Galaxy A5 comes to around $610 (RM2169). That's a decent price for a gold plated device. As for the tech specs, the A5 comes with a Snapdragon 410 quad-core processor, 2GB RAM, 16GB of expandable storage, 5-inch 720p display and 13MP rear camera. The regular version of the Galaxy A5 is already available starting from today.    


  • Samsung Galaxy A5 and Galaxy A3 officially launched, hands-on included

    Samsung Galaxy A5 and Galaxy A3 officially launched, hands-on included

    Samsung Malaysia recently launched their Samsung Galaxy A5 and Samsung Galaxy A3 smartphones. Aimed at the young and trendy, the new smartphones feature a metal unibody chassis with ultra-slim design. With the Galaxy A3 priced at RM899 and the Galaxy A5 going for RM1199, these should make for an attractive and reasonably affordable device for the young Malaysian user. As such, Samsung have included a number of selfie centric features such as wide-selfies and palm, voice and audio activated selfies to take advantage of the 5MP front camera avalable in all of these smartphones. Both the Galaxy A5 and A3 will be available in Malaysia starting from 9 January 2015. The higher-end Samsung Galaxy A7 is expected to come in February 2015 for a retail price of RM1499. There will also be a Bestnya Bersama music campaign featuring the Samsung Galaxy A series soon. In the meantime, do check out our hands-on pictures, tech specs and videos below:

    • Samsung Galaxy A5
    • 1.2GHz quad-core Qualcomm Snapdragon 410 processor
    • 2GB RAM
    • 16GB storage + up to 64GB microSD
    • 5-inch Super AMOLED display (720 x 1280 pixel resolution, 294 ppi pixel density)
    • 13MP rear camera (autofocus, LED flash) + 5MP front camera
    • 139.3  x  69.7  x  6.7 mm | 123g
    • supports 4G LTE, NFC, WiFi, Bluetooth 4.0 LE, A-GPS
    • Android 4.4.4 KitKat
    • 2300 mAh battery
    • Samsung Galaxy A3
    • 1.2GHz quad-core Qualcomm Snapdragon 410 processor
    • 1GB RAM
    • 16GB storage + up to 64GB microSD
    • 4.5-inch Super AMOLED display (540 x 960 pixel resolution, 245 ppi pixel density)
    • 8MP rear camera (autofocus, LED flash) + 5MP front camera
    • 130.1  x  65.5  x  6.9 mm | 110.3g
    • supports 4G LTE, NFC, WiFi, Bluetooth 4.0 LE, A-GPS
    • Android 4.4.4 KitKat
    • 1900 mAh battery
  • Samsung Galaxy A series coming to Malaysia on 8 January 2015

    Samsung Galaxy A series coming to Malaysia on 8 January 2015

    Samsung Malaysia will be bringing in their Samsung Galaxy A series of smartphone to Malaysia on 8 January 2015 as they have already sent out save-the-date invites. While they didn't mention specific models, the Samsung Galaxy A3 and Galaxy A5 are expected to arrive ahead of the Galaxy A7. Bearing a similar thin metal frame design with the Galaxy Alpha smartphone, the new Galaxy A3 and Galaxy A5 are aimed at the young and trendy. As such, the two may be priced rather attractively, perhaps below RM1K. This news comes amidst reports that the Galaxy Alpha itself could soon be discontinued with existing stock being allowed to run out. Check out the tech specs of the Galaxy A5 and Galaxy A3 smartphones below:

    • Samsung Galaxy A5
    • 1.2GHz quad-core Qualcomm Snapdragon 410 processor
    • 2GB RAM
    • 16GB storage + up to 64GB microSD
    • 5-inch Super AMOLED display (720 x 1280 pixel resolution, 294 ppi pixel density)
    • 13MP rear camera (autofocus, LED flash) + 5MP front camera
    • 139.3  x  69.7  x  6.7 mm | 123g
    • supports 4G LTE, NFC, WiFi, Bluetooth 4.0 LE, A-GPS
    • Android 4.4.4 KitKat
    • 2300 mAh battery
    • Samsung Galaxy A3
    • 1.2GHz quad-core Qualcomm Snapdragon 410 processor
    • 1GB RAM
    • 16GB storage + up to 64GB microSD
    • 4.5-inch Super AMOLED display (540 x 960 pixel resolution, 245 ppi pixel density)
    • 8MP rear camera (autofocus, LED flash) + 5MP front camera
    • 130.1  x  65.5  x  6.9 mm | 110.3g
    • supports 4G LTE, NFC, WiFi, Bluetooth 4.0 LE, A-GPS
    • Android 4.4.4 KitKat
    • 1900 mAh battery
  • Samsung Galaxy A5 and Galaxy A3 officially announced, 64-bit processors + 4G LTE + 5MP front cameras

    Samsung Galaxy A5 and Galaxy A3 officially announced, 64-bit processors + 4G LTE + 5MP front cameras

    After months of teasing, the Samsung Galaxy A5 and Galaxy A3 smartphones were finally and officially announced recently. Designed for the young and trendy, the two new smartphones are slim, thin and come with a metal frame much like the more premium Samsung Galaxy Alpha. Notable tech specs for the two smartphones include 64-bit processors, 4G LTE connectivity and a 5MP front camera for selfies. The Galaxy A5 measures in a 6.7mm thin while the Galaxy A3 come in at 6.9mm thin. A variety of colours to choose from will be available inlcuding, black, blue, gold, pink, silver and white. Check out the full tech specs and features list for the Galaxy A5 and Galaxy A3 below:

    • Samsung Galaxy A5
    • 1.2GHz quad-core Qualcomm Snapdragon 410 processor
    • 2GB RAM
    • 16GB storage + up to 64GB microSD
    • 5-inch Super AMOLED display (720 x 1280 pixel resolution, 294 ppi pixel density)
    • 13MP rear camera (autofocus, LED flash) + 5MP front camera
    • 139.3  x  69.7  x  6.7 mm | 123g
    • supports 4G LTE, NFC, WiFi, Bluetooth 4.0 LE, A-GPS
    • Android 4.4.4 KitKat
    • 2300 mAh battery
    • Samsung Galaxy A3
    • 1.2GHz quad-core Qualcomm Snapdragon 410 processor
    • 1GB RAM
    • 16GB storage + up to 64GB microSD
    • 4.5-inch Super AMOLED display (540 x 960 pixel resolution, 245 ppi pixel density)
    • 8MP rear camera (autofocus, LED flash) + 5MP front camera
    • 130.1  x  65.5  x  6.9 mm | 110.3g
    • supports 4G LTE, NFC, WiFi, Bluetooth 4.0 LE, A-GPS
    • Android 4.4.4 KitKat
    • 1900 mAh battery
  • Rumours: Samsung Galaxy A5 64-bit tech specs and press renders revealed?

    Rumours: Samsung Galaxy A5 64-bit tech specs and press renders revealed?

    The rumoured Samsung Galaxy A5 set to join the Galaxy Alpha recently got benchmarked at the GFX Benchmark test which revealed more detailed tech specs than before. Previously the Galaxy A5 or SM-A500 was rumoured to be packing a Snapdragon 400 processor, but the benchmark reveals that it could be using a 64-bit 1.2GHz quad-core Snapdragon 410 processor. Other notable tech specs include a 4.8-inch display with 720 x 1280 pixel resolution, 2GB of RAM, 16GB storage, a 13MP rear camera, 5MP front camera, 2300 mAh battery and Android 4.4.4 right out of the box. Press renders of what could be the Galaxy A5 were also revealed which you can see in this article.