At the end of December Samsung introduced the new Samsung Galaxy A8 2018. That is the first mobile of 2018 launched by Samsung shows the way the company will take this year. Thus, the Samsung Galaxy A8 2018 inherits the infinite screen, has a beautiful design in glass and includes a double front camera. Also, it improves the technical section regarding what we could say is its predecessor, the Samsung Galaxy A5 2017. A terminal that, with an official price of 500 euros, inevitably catches the attention of many users.
Therefore we wanted to review the best features of the Samsung Galaxy A8 2018. Let’s see what this terminal offers us to conquer the hearts of users.
Redesigned design
Samsung modernizes the A range with the new Galaxy A8 2018, with the infinite screen as the main protagonist. That is integrated into a curved glass body in the front and back. Together with the glass, we have a metal frame that reinforces the whole.
Due to this frameless design, the fingerprint reader moves to the back. That is placed under the camera lens, both being black. As for the finishes of the terminal, the Samsung Galaxy A8 2018 is available in three colors: black, gold and purple. Of course, the primary color is limited to the back and frames, since the front is always black.
IP68 certification
In addition to inheriting the frameless design, the Samsung Galaxy A8 2018 maintains some of the best features of its predecessor. Perhaps the most outstanding is the IP68 certification. That is, the terminal is resistant to water and dust, which makes it perfect for the practice of almost any activity.
Super AMOLED screen
Although Samsung has been using them for many years, Super AMOLED screens are still a feature to highlight. The Samsung Galaxy A8 2018 is equipped with a 5.6-inch Super AMOLED panel. It offers an aspect ratio of 18.5: 9 and an FHD + resolution of 2,220 x 1,080 pixels.
Front double camera
Samsung has wanted to give the Samsung Galaxy A8 2018 a different photographic section than usual. And for this, he has put all the meat on the grill with the front camera.
The Samsung Galaxy A8 2018 equips a dual front camera. On the one hand, we have a 16-megapixel sensor, which is accompanied by another 8-megapixel sensor. Both sensors have a good opening f / 1.9. Of course, it does not have autofocus and neither with stabilizer.
It also includes the Dynamic Focus function, which allows you to blur the background both before and after taking the picture. It also offers the possibility to customize the images for example by adding stickers.
Very bright main camera
Although it has been decided to place the dual camera in the front, the rear camera has not been neglected. The Samsung Galaxy A8 2018 equips a 16-megapixel sensor with an opening of f/1.7. It also has broader pixels of 1.12 μm.
That is, we have a very light camera, which also comes with autofocus. Of course, it does not have an image stabilizer. On the other hand, the camera is capable of recording video with Full HD resolution at 30fps.
Powerful technical set
Despite not belonging to the high-end, the Samsung Galaxy A8 2018 comes with a robust professional set. On the one hand, we have an eight-core processor, with two 2.2 GHz cores and another six at 1.6 GHz.
Data sheet Samsung Galaxy A8 2018
| screen | Super AMOLED 5.6 inches 18.5: 9 with Full HD + resolution | |
| Main camera | 16 megapixels f / 1.7, Full HD video | |
| Selfies camera | 16 and 8 megapixels, f / 1.9, Full HD video | |
| Internal memory | 32 GB | |
| Extension | microSD up to 256 GB | |
| Processor and RAM memory | Eight cores, two at 2.2 GHz and six at 1.6 GHz | |
| Battery | 3.000 mAh, fast charge | |
| OS | Android 7.1.1 Nougat / Samsung Experiencie | |
| Connections | BT 4.2, GPS, USB type C, NFC | |
| SIM | nanoSIM | |
| Design | Metal and crystal, IP68 certified | |
| Dimensions | 149.2 x 70.6 x 8.4 mm, 172g | |
| Featured features | Blur effect in the front area Always On screen Fingerprint reader |
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| Release date | Available | |
| Price | 500 euros |
Accompanying this processor, we have 4 GB of RAM, the same amount used by most high-end terminals. We also have 32 GB of internal storage, of which 22.7 GB will be available. If we do not have enough, we can expand it with a microSD card of up to 256 GB.
As for the battery, we have a capacity of 3,000 mAh. It is the same capacity that we found in the Galaxy A5, which achieved such proper autonomy. It also has fast loading.
Bixby included
The Samsung virtual assistant will also be available on the Samsung Galaxy A8 2018. Bixby is a virtual assistant that works through the keyboard and touch control. But the best part is that he learns from our habits. With Bixby Home, Bixby Vision and Bixby Reminder, we can control our daily agenda, note reminders and receive information using the terminal’s camera.
Always On Display screen
Another feature that inherited the average range of top terminals was the screen Always On Display. This, of course, remains in the Samsung Galaxy A8 2018. Thanks to this function we can see on the terminal screen the time, notifications and even the status of the battery without unlocking the phone.
Latest connectivity and Samsung Pay
The Samsung Galaxy A8 2018 comes with Bluetooth v5.0 and WiFi 802.11 ac dual band. The USB-C connector for charging the battery is also maintained.
On the other hand, it includes GPS, Wi-Fi Direct, VHT80, 256QAM, ANT + and the commented fingerprint sensor.
Integration with accessories
The Samsung Galaxy A8 2018 is the first model in the A series compatible with the Samsung virtual reality glasses.
On the other hand, the incorporation of the NFC system makes the A8 compatible with Samsung Pay. That is, we can pay with a simple gesture in all establishments that accept contactless cards.
And so far the review of the best features of the first launch of Samsung in 2018. The Samsung Galaxy A8 2018 is already on sale with an official price of 500 euros .