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Smartphone Samsung Galaxy A55 5G 6.6 inch 8GB 128GB Navy
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Metal meets glass, awesome
Meet the Galaxy A55 5G. The simple yet improved Galaxy A series comes in an iconic design featuring a 3-camera layout in a metal flat frame design for an easy and intuitive grip. Plus, its built with Corning® Gorilla® Glass Victus®+ making it tougher and more damage-resistant.
Offered in trendy colours
Comes in trendy colourways to suit your look. Awesome Iceblue, Awesome Lilac, Awesome Lemon and Awesome Navy.
50MP of vibrant colours and details
Snap crisp, detailed shots with the 50MP high-resolution Wide-angle camera. Catch tiny details and dynamic colours for a new visual experience. Perfect for capturing all your share-worthy moments.
Capture your best side
The 32MP Selfie camera allows you to capture high-quality selfies with options to choose warm or natural tones. Utilize Portrait Mode to elevate your pictures, sharpening focus on the subject with precise bokeh and background blur effects.
Edit photos in a tap
Take your photos to the next level with Edit Suggestion at a touch of a button. Mashup elements from various photos in a fun way with Image Clipper.
Unleash the Octa-core power
Take advantage of the improved Octa-core processor and effortlessly multi-task, game, and stream. Paired with 5G capabilities and internal storage options of 128GB or 256GB, expandable via a microSD card up to 1TB. Improved GPU, NPU, and integrated cooling system are designed to make your day.
The immersive and clear display
The 6.6-inch FHD+ Super AMOLED display provides an immersive experience. Vision Booster enhances visibility by optimising colour and contrast under the sun. Get a vivid display with 1,000 nits. And up to 120Hz adaptive refresh rate for a more responsive experience.
Empower your day with the 2-day battery
Boundless power at your fingertips with our 5,000mAh (typical) Super Fast Charging battery. Stay connected longer, charge faster, and live life on your terms.
Durable against dust and water
IP67 dust and water resistance isn't just a feature. It can be your device's shield against the elements. Stay connected, capture memories, and explore with confidence, knowing your device is designed to be safeguarded against dust and water intrusion.
Built to keep your passwords secure
Samsung Knox VaultSamsung Knox Vault is like a safe within a safe, physically isolating PINS, passwords and other private info so hackers cant gain access.
Built to last with 4x OS upgrades
OS & Security updateOS updates and security maintenance come standard with your Galaxy A35 5G. You'll get up to 4 generations of OS upgrades and up to 5 years of security updates to keep your phone and personal data in good hands.
Smart Switch
Easily transfer data to your new Samsung Galaxy from different devices.
Quick Share
Sharing files is a breeze with Quick Share. Its fast, easy, and secure.
One UI
One UI 6 lets you run things effortlessly just the way you like it. Its all about personalizing your everyday experiences.
How to use
Power on the device by pressing and holding the side button, then follow the on-screen setup to sign in with a Google account and configure network settings for 5G and Dual SIM use. Insert a Nano SIM or two in Hybrid Dual SIM mode and, if additional storage is needed, install a MicroSD card in the slot. Use the Settings app to manage storage, battery optimisation and camera preferences. The main camera app provides automatic and manual modes for photos and video; switch between lenses as needed for wide or standard shots. Charge the 5000 mAh battery with the supplied or compatible fast charger and monitor battery usage through system settings to extend runtime.
Recommendations
For optimal performance, keep Android 14 and installed apps up to date, enable adaptive battery or power-saving modes during prolonged use, and protect the device with a case while retaining access to IP67-rated sealing. When using 5G networks, monitor data usage if on a limited plan. Regularly back up important data to cloud storage or an external MicroSD to prevent data loss.
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