Do you want to know which Samsung devices support wireless charging and whether your smartphone has this capability? Let's take a closer look at which phones of the Korean company have support for this wireless feature.

This company was the first to offer customers charging their devices wirelessly, over the air. First this technology from Koreans appeared at various exhibitions a couple of years ago and still Samsung does not change itself. However, not every device from the company can boast an over-the-air battery recharge function. In this article, you will learn about all the models of the company with the implemented technology of energy transmission through the air.

Samsung wireless charging support: how does it work?

After looking at the main competitors from Apple, Samsung engineers decided to implement their own Qi interface.

In total, the company's smartphones have support for two standards - Qi and PMA. The first is newer and has a faster filling rate. However, it is found only in flagship devices, which many users cannot afford.

What else is there, besides Samsung - you will learn from another article.

Samsung Wireless Charging: Supported Models

Let's highlight a list of phones that support wireless charging from Samsung:

• for the first time, Qi support appeared already in the fifth generation of the Note phablet;
• generation galaxy S6;
• extended version of the Galaxy S6 Plus;
• Galaxy S6 Edge curved version;
• the latest generation of the galaxy S7;
• galaxy S7 Edge version.

Now that you know which Samsung phones support wireless charging, you can choose the device that suits your needs and capabilities. However, all listed phones are flagships and their price tags differ slightly.

In the next section, you can read the material on how well Qi works and much more.

• 1. What is Qi Wireless Charging

  The world is becoming mobile and "wireless".

  In the modern world, all file transfer manipulations using a smartphone is "over the air". Internet access via wi-fi - at home, at work, in a cafe is taken for granted, and rarely anyone has difficulty using it. The time has come forwireless power transmission.

  In 2008, the " Wireless Electromagnetic Energy Consortium"(Wireless Power Consortium, WPC), which brought together manufacturers from Europe, Asia and America. The Consortium's goal is to develop a unified standard for wireless charging technology.

  Already in 2009 the company Palm provided the first phone to support wireless charging. Later, in September 2012, Nokia introduced 2 smartphones to the market - Lumia 820 and Lumia 920 also with support for the qi standard. Further, large manufacturers of smartphones pulled themselves up - Samsung, Google Nexus(Asus, Lg), Sony, etc.

  Since 2014, our company Zaryadqi has been developing and distributing wireless chargers in Russia. In our store the most big choice wireless chargers and we are constantly monitoring new products and expanding our range. You will definitely find the right charger for you in our store.

• 2. How it works

  In simple language:

  • The charger is connected to a power source.
  • A magnetic field is created.
  • The smartphone must support wireless charging - have a built-in receiver or a receiver installed additionally.
  • The phone is placed on the charger.
  • Smartphone charging starts automatically.

  WITH technical point view:

  Energy is transferred from the transmitter to the receiver-receiver through an interconnected magnetic field that occurs when an alternating current flows through the transmitter coil.
  If the receiver coil is in close proximity, a significant portion of the transmitter power lines will pass through the receiver coil, creating an alternating current in the receiver, which is then converted to direct voltage.

• 3. Benefits

  Just. Put your smartphone on Qi wireless charging and it will start charging automatically.

  Contemporary. All major IT companies are already developing their Qi devices.

  Universal. Any device with a Qi receiver / receiver is charged with any Qi wireless charger.

  Safely... The generated electric field is safe for humans and extends only 1 cm from the device.

  Comfortable and convenient. There is no need for a bunch of wires, which later get tangled or simply lost.

• 4. Phone models that have a built-in receiver-receiver and support out-of-the-box wireless charging

  More and more smartphone manufacturers are starting to build receiver-receivers into their top-of-the-line models: Apple iPhone XS, XS MAX, XR, X and others, Samsung Galaxy S9 / S9 + / Note 9, Xiaomi Mi Mix 2S, Huawei Mate 20 Pro and etc.

  • Apple iPhone 11 pro Max
  • Apple iPhone 11 pro
  • Apple iPhone 11
  • Asus padfone s

  Blackberry

  • Blackberry Priv
  • Blackberry Z30
  • Blackberry Classic
  • Blackberry Passport
  • Blackberry 8900
  • Casio g "z one commando

  Caterpillar

  • Cat S50
  • Cat S50C
  • Dewalt md501
  • Dewalt mil810g

  Energy sistem

  • Energy Phone Pro Qi
  • Fujitsu Arrows F-09D
  • Fujitsu Arrows Kiss F-03D
  • Fujitsu Arrows Kiss F-03E
  • Fujitsu Arrows X F-10D
  • ZTE Telstra Tough Max
• 5. For some phone models, special receiver-receivers are produced to support wireless charging.
• 6. How to use wireless charging

  

• 7. Types of wireless chargers

  We conditionally divide wireless chargers into several types by functionality:

  • ... Standard charging stations in the form of a small "platform" on which the phone is placed, or a charger built into the equipment - a lamp, a clock, weather station and etc.
  • . Wireless charger for use in a car: with special holders and brackets for the phone and adapters for the cigarette lighter.
  • ... Wireless chargers with stand function, i.e. The phone is at an angle during charging for easy viewing of videos, mail, social networks.
  • ... Wireless chargers with a built-in battery differ among themselves, in addition to design, the number of additional USB ports and battery capacity - from 4000 mAh to 10000 mAh.
  • ... Wireless chargers for embedding in tables, cabinets, bar counters. They have a special design and are protected from moisture and dust.

  And also by the scope or place of use:

  • At home / in the office
  • In the car
  • On the road
• 8. Receivers-receivers are
  • Built-in- already installed in the smartphone by the manufacturer.

  If the manufacturer of your phone has not provided for the possibility of wireless charging, it can be easily adapted to this charging! For this, a special film receiver is used - there are several types of them:

  • In the form that is installed under the cover of a smartphone. To do this, the phone must have special contacts.
  • which connects to the lighting power port on Apple and micro-usb on Android smartphones.

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  	The film is attached under the cover of the phone, the functionality of the phone is not reduced. The standard cable can be used simultaneously with the installed film receiver. Such receiverQifor phones with special contacts Suitable for phones that have dedicated wireless charging contacts: Samsung Note 4, Samsung Note 3, Samsung Note 2, Samsung Galaxy S5, Samsung Galaxy S4, Samsung Galaxy S3 and more.
  	The film is attached to the back of the phone. At the same time, it can be closed with any standard cover: made of leather, plastic, silicone - this will not affect the charging process. The connector, inseparably connected with the film, for charging according to the Qi standard must be in the Lightning connector. The presence of a film-receiver does not cause any inconvenience. Such Apple-receiverQi Suitable for Apple devices with Lightning connector: Apple iPhone 5, 5s, 5c, 6, 6s, 6Plus, 6SPlus, SE, 7, 7 Plus; iPad Air 2, iPad mini and others (Apple currently does not provide wireless charging without accessories)
  	Such universal receiverQi Suitable for any phone equipped with a USB connector for classic wired charging. The film is attached under the cover or case of the smartphone. The plug, inseparably connected with the film, for charging according to the Qi standard must be in the Micro-usb connector. The presence of a film-receiver does not cause any inconvenience.

  In phones with a Micro-USB port, the connector can be one of three types depending on its type, if you put the phone on top of the screen.

  Connector type "C" appeared relatively recently - it can be found on a few devices. So, type "C" is equipped with MacBook 12 ", Samsung TabPro S, Google Nexus 6P, Microsoft Lumia 950 XL, ZUK Z1, Google pixel C, Google Nexus 5X, One plus 2, Acer aspire Switch 10 V and other devices.

  In addition to the above receivers, depending on the location of the connector in the phone, such film receivers may be suitable - they are called lateral or offset:

  

  Accordingly, each type and position of the connector needs its own Universal receiverQi. Having identified the correct type of Micro-USB connector in your phone, you will buy the correct receiver for wireless charging and allow yourself to abandon the wires!

  • There are also: the receiver is already built into the case, so it is enough to put the case on the phone and it will be able to charge wirelessly.

  

  You can always tell the manager of the online store your phone model - we will select the optimal receiver-receiver for you!

• 9. The difference between wired and wireless charging

  Wireless charging supplies a current of 1 ampere and a voltage of 5 volts. The standard power adapter that comes with the smartphone produces 1 to 2A. And when you charge the phone from a computer (USB port), the phone is charged with a current from 0.5A (USB 2.0) to 0.9A (USB 3.0).

  In this regard, you will not even feel the difference in charging time, or it will not be significant.

• 9. Energy efficiency

  The energy efficiency of Qi wireless chargers is approximately 80%. It should be understood that it is simply impossible to achieve an energy efficiency of 100%, for standard wired chargers this figure ranges from 75% to 95% at best.

• 10. Security

  Wireless chargers use non-ionizing frequencies that have no harmful physiological effects on humans. Qi 1.2 standard includes the detection of foreign objects in the field of action of the charger, providing additional safety of use; charging is only possible with Qi-compatible devices. Also our charging device and smartphones have built-in safety mechanisms based on thermal control.

Still have questions?

Wireless charging is a very convenient function, with its help you can charge your smartphone's battery without connecting any cables to your smartphone. Instead, you just need to put your smartphone on a special stand that is connected to the power supply, and. Of course, like a cable, but this is compensated by the ease of use.

Unfortunately, wireless charging is a very rare feature so far. It is not even supported by all flagship devices, but about smartphones of average and budget level and there is nothing to say. Therefore, for a smartphone with wireless charging, you will have to pay a tidy sum.

In this article, we will look at a number of smartphones with wireless charging that can be found on sale at the end of 2017 and beginning of 2018. We hope this list will help you choose the right model.

The Galaxy S8 is Samsung's 2017 flagship smartphone. Like previous models in the Galaxy S line, the Galaxy S8 smartphone supports wireless charging.

However, external Galaxy view The S8 has changed a lot when compared to previous Galaxy S. The body of the device is made of Gorilla Glass 5. The main feature of the smartphone is the screen. It takes up almost all the space on the front panel and has rounded edges. This makes the Galaxy S8 impossible to confuse with previous generations of Galaxy S. Another distinctive feature Galaxy S8 - no Home button under the screen. Touch buttons"Back" and "Multitasking" also disappeared, now on-screen buttons perform the function, as in most modern Android smartphones. The fingerprint sensor has moved to the back and is located to the right of the camera.

• OS version: Android 7.0;
• SIM card type: nano SIM;
• Number of SIM cards: 2;
• Diagonal: 5.8 inches;
• Image size: 2960 × 1440;
• Pixels Per Inch (PPI): 568
• Rear camera: 12 MP;
• Front camera: 8 MP;
• Processor: Qualcomm Snapdragon 835 MSM8998;
• Video processor: Adreno 540;
• Wireless charging: yes;

The Note 8 is another flagship wireless charging smartphone from Samsung. Despite the explosive failure with the previous generation Galaxy Note, Samsung decided not to abandon this brand and in 2017 released a new model again.

The main feature of the Note 8 is the dual rear camera, which fits very organically into the design of the smartphone. Like the Galaxy S8, the Note 8 has removed the buttons on the front of the device and moved to the screen. The fingerprint scanner has also changed its position, now it is to the right of the camera.

Smartphone specifications include:

• OS version: Android 7.1;
• SIM card type: nano SIM;
• Number of SIM cards: 2;
• Diagonal: 6.3 inches;
• Pixels Per Inch (PPI): 522;
• Rear camera: dual 12/12 MP;
• RAM: 6 GB;
• Battery capacity: 3300 mAh;
• Wireless charging: yes;

The Galaxy S7 is Sansung's 2016 flagship smartphone and it also supports wireless battery charging. Galaxy S7 is made in the classic for Galaxy line S style. The front and back sides of the device are covered with 2.5D glass. The side face is metal. Below the screen is a Home button with a built-in fingerprint scanner.

Smartphone specifications include:

• OS version: Android 7.0;
• SIM card type: nano SIM;
• Number of SIM cards: 2;
• Diagonal: 5.1 inches. ;
• Pixels Per Inch (PPI): 576
• Rear camera: 12 MP;
  
• Front camera: yes, 5 million pixels ;
• The number of processor cores: 8;
• RAM: 4 GB;
• Battery capacity: 3000 mAh;
• Wireless charging: yes;

The Elite X3 is a wireless charging smartphone from HP. Perhaps, main feature this model is that it works under Windows control 10 Mobile. Nothing special by design. The smartphone is made entirely of plastic, no premium materials or design delights.

Select bundles of the HP Elite X3 include a docking station. With its help, you can connect a screen to your smartphone and peripherals, thus it can be turned into some kind of a desktop computer.

Smartphone specifications include:

• OS version: MS Windows 10 Mobile;
• SIM card type: nano SIM;
• Image size: 2560 × 1440;
• Pixels Per Inch (PPI): 493
• Rear camera: 16 MP;
• Front camera: yes, 8 million pixels;
• Processor: Qualcomm Snapdragon 820 MSM8996, 2150 MHz;
• Video processor: Adreno 530;
• RAM: 4 GB;
• Battery capacity: 4150 mAh;
• Wireless charging: yes;

Mid-range smartphones, or “uberflags,” as Russian tech journalists called them, are perhaps the best thing that happened to the mobile industry in 2016. Rapid progress has led to the fact that mid-range smartphones are now so good that they quite successfully satisfy the needs of even very demanding users.

Samsung Galaxy A5 (2017)

CPU: Exynos 7880 Octa
RAM: 3 GB
Memory: 32 GB
Display: 5.2 inches, Super Amoled, 1080 x 1920
Camera: 16 MP, f / 1.9 (main), 16 MP, f / 1.9 (front)
Battery: 3000 mAh
Size and weight: 146.1 x 71.4 x 7.9mm, 157g

Roughly speaking, modern flagships surpass the devices of the middle price category only in the camera level, as well as various innovations such as a fingerprint scanner, a heart rate sensor, determining the pressure on the screen, an improved sound path, fast wireless charging and others. Such technologies first appear in flagship devices and only next year become available in mid-range devices.

In this regard, Samsung Galaxy A5 (2017) is made, as they say, according to classic patterns and is similar to the flagship of 2016 of the year Samsung Galaxy S7.

The body is made of shock-resistant Gorilla Glass with an oleophobic coating. Smartphone got curved back panel and slightly rounded at the edges (2.5D) screen glass.

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The Galaxy A5 features a Super Amoled display, IP68 water and dust protection (up to 30 minutes at a depth of 1.5 m).

The device also supports such fashionable features as Always-on display, payment service Samsung Pay, technology fast charging other.

Design and screen

Externally, the Galaxy A5 (2017) really looks like the Galaxy S7 and looks, as marketers would say, no less premium than last year's flagship Samsung.

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The display is manufactured according to Super technology Amoled, diagonal - 5.2 inches, resolution - Full HD (1080 x 1920). It's a bright, high-contrast screen with wide viewing angles and deep blacks.

Moreover, at Galaxy display The S7 had a higher resolution - QHD (1440 x 2560). Oddly enough, such a reduction turned out to be quite a good solution. If you do not insert the Galaxy A5 into a VR headset, where QHD is just necessary minimum, then for the diagonal 5.2 Full resolution HD is enough.

Battery and processor

It is important that a lower resolution screen is not only cheaper but also uses less power. By time autonomous Galaxy work The A5 (2017) clearly outperforms the Galaxy S7. While Samsung is not positioning the device as a dedicated long-playing device, moderate power consumption is one of its greatest strengths.

And for at least a year, you will be able to play the most graphics-demanding games.
An added bonus is support for fast charging.

Camera

Taking a photo is a place where analogies with the Galaxy S7 are irrelevant. Last year's flagship Samsung has one of the best mobile cameras to date, and it's certainly a shame it didn't make it to the A5.

The smartphone has a completely different photomodule: a 16 megapixel camera with an f / 1.9 aperture. For comparison, the Galaxy S7 has 12 megapixel cameras with an f / 1.8 aperture.

You shouldn't think that large quantity matrix pixels will provide better quality pictures. A lot of other parameters are also important, such as aperture, pixel size, autofocus operation, stabilization, processing algorithms.

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Especially Galaxy camera The A5 loses out in low light conditions. If in photographs taken during the day and even at dusk, the difference in quality is not very noticeable, then when shooting at night it is still fatal.

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Perhaps the point is in the algorithms for processing night images and in the absence optical stabilization(OIS). If in future firmware updates software part the developers can still fix it, then the lack of OIS will have to come to terms.

Note that

Galaxy A5 (2016) had optical stabilization, and why it was abandoned is a mystery.

But the front camera with 16 megapixels is designed to please selfie lovers. There are no complaints about it, unlike the main one.

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"Fishechki"

What is so interesting about the Galaxy A5 that makes it stand out from the competition?

Moisture and dust resistance sets the Galaxy A5 (2017) apart from other competitors. Only smartphones can boast of similar durability. Sony Xperia... Of course, we are talking about ordinary smartphones, and not about special devices for extreme sports and military.

The fingerprint scanner can be configured to recognize three fingerprints. The technology works quite correctly, but still slower than in the Galaxy S7. It is worth paying attention to the fact that the scanner is combined with the "Home" button.

For Android-smartphones, such an “iPhone” location of the scanner is a rather rare option.

Samsung Pay is, in a sense, a unique, albeit not the most requested option, which is only found in the new Galaxy S and Galaxy A.

Especially for the paranoid, there is a safe KNOX environment. That is, private information can be stored in a special encrypted folder.

Always On Display has finally appeared not only on Samsung flagships. The essence of the function is that the time, calendar and notifications are shown even when the screen is off. At the same time, the battery is consumed a little faster, but the Galaxy A5 (2017) still lives its two days and with the Always On Display option activated.

And the last one important little thing lies in the fact that the device does not have a hybrid slot for SIM cards and memory cards, but there are two separate full holes.

That is, you can insert two SIM cards and a memory card at the same time. Considering that the A5 has only 32GB of main memory, this is more than a justified decision.

Outcome

Of the obvious advantages of the Galaxy A5 (2017) - the spectacular design of the flagship S-series, high-quality screen, long time autonomous work, 16 MP front camera, waterproof and dustproof according to IP68 standard.

Less noticeable - support for Samsung Pay, a well-developed proprietary graphical interface, simultaneous support for two SIM cards and a memory card, branded accessories, high-quality assembly, warranty, technical support and other things that stand behind big brands.

Cons - operation of the main camera in low light conditions, lack of optical image stabilization in the camera, lack of wireless charging and still a rather high price of the device (28 thousand rubles), which is declared as a budget flagship.

Smartphone Samsung Galaxy A5 2017 - the next device is quite successful Galaxy series A, models of which belong to the middle price segment. They are beautiful, made of high quality materials, although they are inferior in many characteristics, surprisingly enough.

By the way, a Korean company is a vivid example of what a manufacturer should be mobile devices... For many, Samsung is associated with reliability and quality. At the same time, the company does not focus on the production of only top-end phones. A user with a low level of income can choose a smartphone or tablet of this brand, knowing that a budget smartphone will not be inferior to the latest flagships of the brand in terms of quality and reliable performance. All this fully applies to our today's subject of review - the Samsung A5 2017 phone.

The smartphone was presented at the beginning of 2017 and immediately attracted attention with its pleasant appearance, good hardware and adequate price.

Samsung Galaxy A5 2017: smartphone specifications

Let's be honest - flagship smartphones surpass many mid-range smartphones except with the latest generation chipsets, cameras and fashionable innovations such as fast wireless charging, heart rate sensor and more. The rest of the middle peasants can fully satisfy the needs of the most demanding user, but no frills.

The characteristics of the Samsung A 5 2017 look impressive for a device in the middle price segment:

Display	5.2-inch diagonal, Super Amoled, 16 million colors. Display resolution is
CPU	Octa-core Samsung Exynos 7880
Graphics	Mali T830MP3
	3 GB
	32 GB, expandable with microSD cards up to 256 GB
Main camera	16 megapixels
Front-camera	16 megapixels
	3000 mAh, support for fast charging function
Operating system version	Android 6.0 Marshmallow upgradeable to Android version 7
Interfaces	Wi-Fi 802.11 a / b / g / n / ac; GPS; Bluetooth v4.2; USB Type-C 1.0; NFC; 3.5mm headphone jack;
Additionally	Fingerprint reader, Samsung Pay support, IP68 protection
The size	146.1 x 71.4 x 7.9 mm
The weight	157 g
Body colors	Black, white, blue, golden

Smartphone autonomy

One of the strengths of the smartphone is its excellent battery life. Screen with a small diagonal and not the most high resolution is energy efficient. The Samsung A5 2017 is far superior in battery life to its top sibling, the Galaxy S7. At the same time, the manufacturer does not position the device as a device with a long-lasting battery.

In normal mode (calls, messages, Internet surfing, etc.), a smartphone with screen activity for 4-5 hours lives without recharging for two days. It is capable of playing continuously video in HD quality for about 19 hours. And this is a really great indicator.

If you use the Samsung A 5 2017 exclusively for calls, it may well last 4-5 days without recharging.

The rechargeable battery with a capacity of 3000 mAh, thanks to the fast charging function, can be charged to 100% in about an hour.

Water and dust protection

Another smart phone is. The device can be lowered into fresh water to a depth of one and a half meters without damage to it. It can withstand immersion for 30 minutes. He is not afraid of falling into the sand. The SIM card compartment is protected by rubber pads, and the speaker and microphone are sealed with membranes. Of course, washing your smartphone with soap under running water is not worth it, but falling into water does not scare it. By the way, in the price segment there are no analogues of the Galaxy A5 2017 with such protection.

Samsung Galaxy A5 2017 performance

As for the processor, it has become more productive compared to the previous model of the series, but inferior to the latest flagships of the company. Despite this, it is more than enough for demanding hardware games. No slowdowns or freezes were noticed. Processor performance is more than sufficient for working with applications. By the way, in the AnTuTu test, the smartphone is gaining about 60,000 points.

The built-in memory is average. It should be borne in mind that out of 32 GB of ROM, about 23 GB is available to the user. For those who actively use the camera and install a lot of games and applications, this volume will not be enough. In this case, the ability to expand the memory up to 256 GB helps out. By the way, the microSD card slot is separate, which is good news. Now there is no need to sacrifice a second SIM card to increase the phone memory.

Smartphone package

The device is delivered in a discreet white box with the name of the device in large print. The package bundle is rather modest:

1. smartphone,
2. Charger,
3. a special clip for removing SIM cards,
4. USB Type C cable
5. and instructions.

In addition, the user receives a branded wired headset.

The appearance of the smartphone Samsung Galaxy A5 (2017)

The Samsung Galaxy A5 2017, a review of which we present to our readers today, looks like last year's flagship Galaxy S7. It looks no worse than its premium brother. It is only given out by the smaller size of the main camera (it, like the Galaxy S7, does not protrude beyond the body) and the absence of an indicator light.

Front and back cover the devices are made of ultra-strong glass of the latest generation Gorilla Glass 4, which is resistant to drops on asphalt and concrete. The perimeter frame is made of aluminum. Antenna strips are located at the top and bottom of the case.

What Samsung always does flawlessly is the ergonomics of the devices. The smartphone fits comfortably in the palm of the hand thanks to its small diagonal, although the glass panels make the device rather slippery. The protected glass of the case allows you to use your smartphone without protective glass, but in this case, you need to be extremely careful to hold it in your hands.

The location of the connectors and buttons on the case is standard, with the exception of the speaker - it was moved to the right side.

The edges of the device are slightly curved. The successful combination of glass and metal gives the smartphone a stylish, but not flashy look. Samsung A 5 2017 design can be described as premium. And do not forget that we are not talking about the company's flagship device, but about a mid-range smartphone, the quality of which once again proves that Samsung is one of the best manufacturers of mobile devices.

Mechanical Home button has a traditional arrangement - under the screen. It has a built-in fingerprint scanner. And here we are waiting for one of the disadvantages of a smartphone. Since the button is rather narrow, the scanner does not always work correctly. There are no complaints about the recognition speed, but it is not always configured.

Screen

The smartphone is traditionally equipped with a bright Super Amoled display. The diagonal of the screen is 5.2 inches, which is a lot, but at the same time the device does not look bulky and it is convenient to hold it in the hand. The picture is bright and juicy, the viewing angles are wide, the display is perfectly readable in the sun. The oleophobic coating does its job perfectly - there are no traces on the display.

One of the nice features of the smartphone is support for the Always on display function, which finally reached Samsung models middle price segment... The user can now display the most relevant information on the screen: notifications, date, time and battery status. Is it more convenient than a traditional indicator light? Without a doubt, yes. To find out the time or check notifications, you no longer need to turn on the screen all the time. Useful function does not consume much battery.

It should be noted that this function has not yet been used massively in smartphones of the middle price segment, which makes the Samsung A 5 2017 similar to flagship devices.

For those who are worried about eye health, the fact that in Galaxy screen A5 2017 there is a blue filter.

The disadvantage of the display is support for not ten, but five simultaneous touches. Although, personally, we do not hire such people who often poke at the screen of their mobile phone with both hands.

Smartphone cameras and photo quality

If the battery life of the Galaxy A5 2017 can give odds to many flagships, take the same Galaxy S7, then the quality of photos is worse. The smartphone received a 16-megapixel main and front camera, both with f / 1.9 aperture. It must be remembered that in order to obtain high-quality images, such parameters are of great importance as:

1. luminosity,
2. stabilization,
3. autofocus,
4. processing algorithms.

A large number of matrix pixels alone will not provide a decent level of shooting.

During the day, the main camera of the device copes well, and the photos are of acceptable quality: bright, clear and saturated. Night shots are just disappointing. Affected by the lack of optical stabilization. Possibly, the algorithms for processing images taken in low light conditions are also to blame.

The front camera, on the other hand, will delight selfie lovers with decent photo quality.

Samsung branded shell and preinstalled applications, android version

Out of the box, the device runs under control, which can be upgraded to. On top of the operating system, as usual Samsung smartphones, the proprietary Grace UI shell is installed, which replaced TouchWiz. It has a pleasant and easy-to-use interface with many proprietary software features, such as split screen into two parts, quick camera launch, one-handed operation.

Of the preinstalled applications, it is worth noting the built-in theme manager, document editor, S Health, S Voice, office suite, Samsung KNOX, allowing you to restrict access to certain files and Samsung Pay.

Cost and main competitors

The price of Samsung Galaxy A 5 2017 is one of the main reasons to buy a smartphone. Mobile phone with premium design and practically flagship features in large electronics stores it costs about 22,990 rubles. If you look carefully, you can find more pleasant options and become the owner of one of the best smartphones of the current year for 17,000-18,000 rubles.

You can compare Samsung Galaxy A5 2017 in terms of features, performance and cost with Meizu Pro 6, Huawei P9, Honor 8, Huawei Nova, OnePlus 3 and. Yielding to some of them in "hardware", he is definitely the leader in terms of battery life. In addition, none of the competitors offers dust and moisture protection.

Samsung Galaxy A5 2017: reviews

In the overwhelming majority of cases, user reviews of the smartphone are positive. Of the advantages of the device, its owners note high quality assemblies without a single backlash, premium design, ideal screen diagonal that allows you to comfortably hold a smartphone in your hand, excellent autonomy and an economical AMOLED display. Users highly appreciated the presence of dust and moisture protection IP68, as in flagship devices, the always-on display function, and the Samsung KNOX security system, with which you can be sure of the safety of personal data.

Among the shortcomings, users note a problem when working with a fingerprint scanner, which does not always work correctly, the lack of optical stabilization and, as a result, not very good image quality in low light conditions. Not everyone liked the glass case - because of it, the smartphone turned out to be slippery.

Outcomes

The Samsung Galaxy A5 2017 is undoubtedly one of the best smartphones of the popular Galaxy A series. It has a spectacular flagship design, a decent screen, a 16-megapixel camera, excellent autonomy and IP68 water and dust protection. The price of the Samsung A 5 2017 is pleasantly pleasing. Now on the market in terms of price, performance and quality, this is one of the best options... For a little over 20 thousand rubles, the user receives a well-assembled stylish device with almost flagship characteristics and branded accessories.

Disadvantages of the smartphone Samsung Galaxy A5 2017: lack of stabilization and. But compared to the advantages listed above, the disadvantages of a smartphone do not seem critical.