Mobile Phones: Samsung Galaxy A7 2016
News & Reviews: Samsung Galaxy A7 2016
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Samsung Pay officially launches in Malaysia for more Samsung phones and more banks and loyalty cards
Feb 24, 2017After the preview with Maybank and Samsung Pay, Samsung Malaysia Electronics has officially launched their contactless electronic wallet Samsung Pay for more Samsung phones (Samsung Galaxy S7, Galaxy S7 edge, Galaxy Note5, Galaxy S6 edge+, Galaxy A7 2016, Galaxy A5 2016, Galaxy A5 2017 and Galaxy A7 2017) and more supported banks. While Maybank is still the only bank that supports debit and prepaid cards, CIMB, Citibank and Standard Chartered credit cards are now supported on Samsung Pay. Hong Leong bank is expected to join the pack shortly with other banks set to join up eventually.
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Jan 09, 2017
As of 5 January 2017, both the Samsung Galaxy A7 and A5 (2017) smartphones were revealed in Malaysia for RM1899 and RM1699 respectively. While we're on this topic, we actually did a comparison between the original Galaxy A series to the Galaxy A series (2016) last year, so this begs the question - Should you upgrade your Galaxy A series (2016) to the latest Galaxy A (2017) models? Read below to find out!
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Nov 03, 2016
As we enter a brand new month, Samsung Malaysia Electronics has recently updated their mySamsung app to further help their customers to manage their devices, providing easy and direct access to customer service representatives, as well as enjoy Samsung ownership privileges.
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Oct 11, 2016
Apart from selling devices, Samsung is also involved in other businesses, which includes shipping, construction and even white goods. One of the features that they have introduced previously is Samsung Pay – a payment system that allows Samsung phones to be used as payment instead of cash. It seems that Malaysia is next on the list of countries to have this payment system as Samsung users have been prompted with an invitation to join the Open Beta trial locally.
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May 17, 2016
Hey Samsung fans, Samsung Malaysia Electronics is doing an exclusive Samsung Galaxy Life reward for the Galaxy A 2016! Starting today until 30 June 2016, you can redeem a special RM200 off for purchase of either the Galaxy A5 2016 (RM1599) or Galaxy A7 2016 (RM1899) in any Samsung store or authorised dealership.
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Apr 22, 2016
Sometime today Samsung released three video commercials highlighting their Samsung Galaxy A series in terms of design, camera and mobile payment. These short promotional videos show off the metal and glass designs of the phones, their f/1.9 camera with OIS in action, and the seamless process of paying with Samsung Pay. Well, if you haven't heard of Samsung Galaxy A (2016) series, the series includes the model Galaxy A3 (2016), Galaxy A5 (2016), Galaxy A7 (2016) and Galaxy A9 (2016). The first three were recently launched in Malaysia but check out their short promotional videos below.
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Mar 31, 2016
The Samsung Galaxy A9 Pro has officially made it, with an official listing in China for 3599 RMB (RM2188). The largest of the Samsung Galaxy A (2016) series, it packs in a 6-inch fHD display but retains the same look and feel as the other Galaxy A (2016) smartphones like the Galaxy A5 (2016) andGalaxy A7 (2016). No Malaysia release dates or pricing details but it should reach local third-party sellers before arriving officially in Malaysia.
- octa-core Qualcomm Snapdragon 652 processor
- 4GB RAM
- 32GB storage + microSD
- 6-inch display (fHD, 1080 x 1920 pixel resolution)
- 16MP rear camera + 8MP front camera
- 5000 mAh battery
- Android 6.0.1 + Samsung TouchWiz UX
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Feb 04, 2016
Hey guys, you might have been busy preparing for Chinese New Year or a short getaway trip this coming weekend. But have you sought out your Valentines Day gift yet? No worries, we're here to help you out. Check out our picks for the top 7 pink smartphones for your special one in no particular order!
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Feb 01, 2016
Through some skill and luck we managed to get our hands on the Samsung Galaxy A7 (2016) at the recent Samsung Galaxy A6 or Galaxy A(2016) launch here in Malaysia. Priced at RM1899 the Galaxy A7 (2016) is currently the biggest in the Galaxy A6 series with its 5.5-inch full HD display, at least until or if the Galaxy A9 (2016) makes its way here. Find out what comes in the box asides from the free 32GB microSD card in our unboxing video for the Samsung Galaxy A7 (2016).
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Jan 30, 2016
The Samsung Galaxy A7 (2016) rounds up the current range of Galaxy A6 or Galaxy A (2016) smartphones in Malaysia with its larger 5.5-inch display with full HD resolution. Priced at RM1899, the phone manages to pack in a fingerprint sensor, 4G LTE Cat6, a 13MP rear camera with optical image stabilization and a 3300 mAh battery despite being only 7.3mm thin. Check out our first impression hands-on video of the Samsung Galaxy A7 (2016) below:
- 64-bit 1.6GHz octa-core processor
- 3GB RAM
- 16GB storage + up to 128GB microSD
- 5.5-inch Super AMOLED display (1080 x 1920 pixel resolution, Corning Gorilla Glass 4)
- 13MP rear camera (LED flash, autofocus, f/1.9, Optical Image Stabilization) + 5MP front camera
- 151.5 x 74.1 x 7.3mm | 172g
- features fingerprint sensor, 4G LTE Cat6, WiFi 802.11 a/b/g/n, NFC, Bluetooth 4.1, Dual SIM dual standby, A-GPS
- Android 5.1.1 Lollipop
- 3300 mAh battery (non-removable)
- Available in black, gold, pink and white
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