Samsung unveils Galaxy A55 5G and A35 5G: Security and stylish design on a budget،
Samsung has added two new options to its budget Galaxy A series by introducing the
5G and Galaxy A35 5G. Both smartphones feature expanded security features like Knox Vault, as well as new photography capabilities inspired by Galaxy's flagship camera innovations and a striking display that adapts to the camera's environment. user with Vision Booster.
Galaxy A55 5G and Galaxy A35 5G design and display
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Due to leaks, the design of both Galaxy A55 5G and the Galaxy A35 5G have been revealed for a while now. Their design bears a striking resemblance to their predecessors, the Galaxy A54 and Galaxy A34. In particular, both Galaxy A55 Both the 5G and Galaxy A35 5G feature Samsung's new Key Island, which sits largely on the right side of the device and houses both the power and volume buttons. Similar to the Galaxy A55 5G, the Galaxy A35 5G sports a punch-hole design instead of a V-shaped notch, a change many users have been eagerly awaiting. Additionally, both phones feature aluminum and glass sandwiches with mostly flat side bezels, similar to the design of the Galaxy S24 and Galaxy S24 Plus. Both phones are available in four different colors, namely:
- Super ice blue
- Awesome Lilac
- Awesome lemon
- Superb navy
Both new mid-range smartphones feature large 6.6-inch Super AMOLED displays. The “AM” in AMOLED stands for the Active Matrix layer on the OLED display, providing precise control over every pixel for top-notch picture quality. The displays on both devices offer a refresh rate of up to 120Hz and promise stunning clarity in full high definition.
THE Galaxy A55 5G and Galaxy A35 5G ensure clear and bright displays in various lighting conditions, thanks to Samsung's Vision Booster technology. This innovation is designed to improve the visibility of the screen outdoors, especially in bright conditions. Working with the phone's ambient light sensor, Vision Booster automatically adjusts the display for optimal visibility. Here is an overview of what Vision Booster brings:
- Improves exterior visibility
- Tone mapping for better visualization
- Works with adaptive brightness
Exploring Galaxy A55 5G and A35 5G cameras up close
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Now let's move on to the camera department. Starting with the Galaxy A55 5G, it offers improved night photography, claiming to capture clearer and more vibrant photos even in low light conditions. This is attributed to its promising advanced AI Image Signal Processing (ISP)stunning low-light images never before seen on the Galaxy A series“Real-world testing will, of course, determine the accuracy of these claims.
Both Galaxy A55 The 5G and Galaxy A35 5G feature Optical Image Stabilization (OIS) and Video Digital Image Stabilization (VDIS) to ensure sharp photos and videos, even on the move. In terms of specifications, the main difference is the megapixel count of the two phones.
THE Galaxy A55 5G features a triple camera setup on the back, including:
- 50MP main camera
- 12MP ultra-wide
- 5MP macro camera
- The front camera is a large 32MP.
On the other hand, its brother, the Galaxy A35 5G, is equipped with:
- 50MP main camera
- 8MP ultra-wide-angle camera
- 5MP macro camera
- 13MP selfie camera
While the Galaxy A55 5G may have a slight edge in specifications, actual quality will be determined by real-world testing. Stay tuned for future reviews to get a clearer picture.
Dive into the performance of Galaxy A55 5G and A35 5G
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As for performance, Samsung has not disclosed specific details about the chipsets powering the two phones. However, we believe that the Galaxy A55 5G and Galaxy A35 5G rely on Samsung's Exynos range of mid-range chips, the Exynos 1480 and Exynos 1380 respectively, ensuring more than decent performance. In terms of storage and memory, the Galaxy A55 5G takes over with three options:
- 8 GB RAM + 128 GB storage
- 8 GB RAM + 256 GB storage
- 12 GB RAM + 256 GB storage
Meanwhile, the Galaxy A35 5G also offers three storage options, but the maximum RAM configuration available is 8GB:
- 6 GB RAM + 128 GB storage
- 8 GB RAM + 128 GB storage
- 8 GB RAM + 256 GB storage
Software and features of the Galaxy A55 5G and A35 5G
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Samsung has really upped its security game with the Galaxy A55 5G and Galaxy A35 5G. The tech giant has first introduced Samsung Knox Vault, a security feature usually reserved for flagship Galaxies, in the Galaxy A series.
This Knox Vault is a tamper-proof security solution that aims to protect your important data from sneaky hardware and software attacks. It creates a secure space away from the main processor and memory where it stores things like your PIN, passwords, and patterns.
To further strengthen security, the latest Galaxy A series introduces Auto Blocker. This optional feature adds an extra layer of protection by:
- Prevent app installations from unauthorized sources
- Perform security checks to detect potential malware
- Block any suspicious commands or software installations when connecting via USB cable.
Both phones come with One UI 6.1, powered by Android 14 right out of the box. Samsung is committed to providing up to four generations of Android OS and One UI upgrades, as well as five years of security updates. This ensures your phone stays up to date and secure for years to come.
Galaxy A55 Battery and charging 5G and Galaxy A35 5G
The Galaxy A35 5G on the left next to the Galaxy A55 5G on the right in Navy (Image credit – Samsung)
In terms of batteries, little has changed compared to previous generations. Both Galaxy A55 Both the 5G and Galaxy A35 5G pack a 5,000mAh battery, which is pretty standard for Android phones these days.
As for charging, both phones support 25W wired charging. Charging them fully would probably take around an hour and a half, give or take a little.
