Ultra-slim Full Metal Body

Style meets functionality in the shape of the new Galaxy A8 (2015). Get your hands on its ultra-slim full metal body for a truly exceptional grip.

Features

Brighter, Clearer Images

Equipped with a 16MP rear and 5MP front camera – both featuring f/1.9 aperture – the Galaxy A8 (2015) has all your photography and video needs covered. With the HDR function, you can capture brighter, clearer images even in low light conditions.

Long-lasting Battery

It may be ultra-slim, but the Galaxy A8 (2015) packs plenty of punch in the power department - its 3,050mAh capacity battery offers you to enjoy a wide range of media contents – such as movies, music, games and more – for even longer.

* Battery usage times may vary depending on individual usage patterns

Quick Camera Launch

Never miss out on another photo opportunity again. You can launch the Galaxy A8 (2015) ’s camera in just 0.9 seconds – or 1.7 seconds from sleep mode – by simply pressing the home button twice.

* Camera launch times may vary depending on individual usage patterns.

* Camera launch times may vary depending on individual usage patterns.

Fun Selfie Options

Taking a selfie has never been this much fun with the Galaxy A8 (2015) . The Wide Selfie function gives you a huge 120° view and lets you get more people and landscape into your snaps – with the front camera. Use its Rear Cam Selfie function to automatically detect your face, allowing you to take incredible selfies with the rear camera.

* Rear Cam Selfie Mode is downloadable.
* Wide selfie up to 110º with portrait mode.

* Rear Cam Selfie Mode is downloadable.
* Wide selfie up to 110º with portrait mode.

Enhanced Security

Protect your private data with the Galaxy A8 (2015) ’s innovative touch sensor. It supports fingerprint unlock. A fingerprint scanner lets you enjoy safe and secure access to your most sensitive data needed for web log-ins, account verifications and payment-related pages.

Smart Manager

Stay up-to-date with a range of essential information on your device with the convenient Smart Manager app. Keep tabs on your battery usage, storage, RAM and anti-virus protection, and use the Quick Check function to optimise the way your Galaxy A8 (2015) works with a single touch.

Two Places, One Device

Galaxy A8 (2015) is compatible with 4G/3G network in mainland China and Hong Kong^^ and supports Dual-SIM feature, which is much in favour of frequent commuters between the two places. With support for the LTE Cat 4, you'll be downloading a lot faster than the guy next to you.

Powerful performance

Equipped with a Octa-core processor (1.5GHz Quad-core + 1.0GHz Quad-core), the Galaxy A8 (2015) runs at geek speeds. You’ll be seamlessly watching movies, listening to music, and running multiple apps at blazing speeds.

Specifications

  • Size (Main Display)

    5.7"

  • Main Camera - Resolution

    CMOS 16.0 MP

  • RAM Size (GB)

    2GB

  • ROM Size (GB)

    16GB

  • CPU Speed

    1.5GHz, 1GHz

  • CPU Type

    Octa-Core

  • Size (Main Display)

    5.7" (144.3mm)

  • Resolution (Main Display)

    1920 x 1080 (FHD)

  • Technology (Main Display)

    Super AMOLED

  • Color Depth (Main Display)

    16M

  • S Pen Support

    No

  • Rear Camera - Resolution

    CMOS 16.0 MP

  • Rear Camera - Auto Focus

    Yes

  • Front Camera - Resolution

    CMOS 5.0 MP

  • Rear Camera - Flash

    Yes

  • Video Recording Resolution

    Full HD (1920 x 1080) @30fps

  • Memory (GB)

    2 GB

  • Storage (GB)

    16 GB

  • Available Storage (GB)

    10.8 GB

  • External Storage Support

    MicroSD (Up to 128GB)

  • Multi-SIM

    Dual-SIM

  • SIM size

    Nano-SIM (4FF)

  • Infra

    4G TDD LTE

  • 2G GSM

    GSM850, GSM900, DCS1800, PCS1900

  • 2G CDMA

    CDMA800

  • 3G UMTS

    B1(2100), B2(1900), B5(850), B8(900)

  • 3G CDMA

    BC0(800)

  • 3G TD-SCDMA

    B34(2010), B39(1880)

  • 4G FDD LTE

    B1(2100), B3(1800), B7(2600), B8(900)

  • 4G TDD LTE

    B38(2600), B39(1900), B40(2300), B41(2500)

  • ANT+

    Yes

  • USB Version

    USB 2.0

  • Location Technology

    GPS, Glonass, Beidou

  • Earjack

    3.5mm Stereo

  • MHL

    No

  • Wi-Fi

    802.11 a/b/g/n 2.4+5GHz

  • Wi-Fi Direct

    Yes

  • Bluetooth Version

    Bluetooth v4.1

  • NFC

    Yes

  • Bluetooth Profiles

    A2DP, AVRCP, DI, HFP, HID, HOGP, HSP, MAP, OPP, PAN, PBAP

  • PC Sync.

    Smart Switch (PC version)

  • Android

  • Color

    White, Gold, Black

  • Form Factor

    Touch Bar

  • Accelerometer, Fingerprint Sensor, Geomagnetic Sensor, Light Sensor, Proximity Sensor

  • Dimension (HxWxD, mm)

    158 x 76.8 x 5.9

  • Weight (g)

    151

  • Video Playing Format

    MP4, M4V, 3GP, 3G2, WMV, ASF, AVI, FLV, MKV, WEBM

  • Video Playing Resolution

    Full HD (1920 x 1080) @60fps

  • Audio Playing Format

    MP3, M4A, 3GA, AAC, OGG, OGA, WAV, WMA, AMR, AWB, FLAC, MID, MIDI, XMF, MXMF, IMY, RTTTL, RTX, OTA

  • Wearable Device Support

    Gear Circle (Manager Support), Gear Fit, Gear

  • S-Voice

    Yes

  • Mobile TV

    No

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User manual & downloads

User Manual (Marshmallow)

ver 1.0 | 4.74 MB

Dec 15. 2016

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User Manual (Marshmallow)

ver 1.0 | 5.08 MB

Dec 15. 2016

TRADITIONAL CHINESE(Hongkong)

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User Manual (LL_HK )

ver 1.1 | 4.86 MB

Aug 12. 2015

ENGLISH(Hongkong)

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User Manual (LL_HK )

ver 1.1 | 5.13 MB

Aug 12. 2015

TRADITIONAL CHINESE(Hongkong)

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*Support 3G Network in HK: WCDMA; 3G Network in China: TD-SCDMA and WCDMA. Subject to local network, data and messaging services.

*Support 4G Network in HK, China and Macau: FDD-LTE and TDD-LTE.

*Support 5G Network in HK, China and Macau: Sub6 FDD and Sub6 TDD. Please click here to refer to the 5G Network Standard supported by Samsung Hong Kong 5G devices.

*Performance of the battery is subject to the network, signal strength, function, selection and profile. Battery time is based on our own laboratory measurements, and may vary depending on factors such as device settings, usage patterns and operating conditions.

*GPS/AGPS connection is subject to local network and data services and network providers may charge additional service fees. Additionally, connection times can be affected by external factors, such as surrounding environment, weather, etc

*User memory is less than the total memory due to storage of the operating system and software used to operate the device features. Actual user memory will vary depending on the operator and may change after software upgrades are performed.

*IP6X: No ingress of dust. Complete protection against entry of dust. IPX7: Protection against temporary immersion(at depth of 1 meter for 30 minutes)

*Stereo Bluetooth is only applicable to specific headsets.

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