Samsung Galaxy A5 2016 gets Updated to Marshmallow! See here:
New features like Doze, Event for Gallery, Updated File Manager, Extended Controls, and Advance Settings....
Oh one of the best changes we have learned is the Game Modes! Supporting Game Tuner, Game Launcher and Game Tools as seen on Samsung Flagships and High end Phones. This let you tweak your games and even non-game apps to use a lower resolution as well as control fps for power optimization and efficiency. Got mine installed via update with Samsung Galaxy App but if the update does not pop out you could try downloading via APK Mirror:
Samsung Game Mode
Samsung Game Tuner
Samsung Game Launcher
Samsung Game Tools
With Game Tuner, The A Series really leveled up playing games as well as overall performance.
Look what we have here, the new Samsung Galaxy A5 2016 model!
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The New Samsung Galaxy A5 2016 now comes in metal and glass construction more like that of Galaxy Note 5 that exudes premium and great built quality while housing a stunning 5.2 Full HD Super AMOLED Display that delivers great color reproduction and contrast for immersive viewing pleasure. Corning Gorilla Glass 4 sheet on front and back protects it from scratches and impact.
Under the hood is a 1.6GHz 64bit Octa-Core Processor Exynos 7580 with Mali-T720 GPU complimented with 2GB RAM and 16GB Internal Storage. We got to tested it out and navigation was fast with applications and gmaes run effortlessly. Antutu Benchmark reached 40K mark which is higher than that of Snapdragon 615 chipsets. Strong performance of its Exynos chipset translated to quality gaming from basic COC to intensive games like NBA 2016. (See Benchmark Below)
Full set of connectivity features such as WiFi, Bluetooth, GPS and NFC. Cellular data is handled by LTE or HSPA+ or 3G. It is Dual Sim handset but if you need more storage then you can sacrifice the feature and use the hybrid sim slot as a microSD slot instead.
For its optics, Samsung has made sure you get most from 13MP rear and 5MP front camera with f/1.9 aperture. With big aperture size, low light captures are improved so even in night time outputs turns out great. More light ennters the sensor and so assuring you great exposed pictures and quality grade videos. Optical Image Stabilization also helps in preventing those blurred instances. Here are samples:
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| Focus Test... Left Picture Focus is set on the Flowers while on the Right Focus is Set on the Framed Picture. |
Even at Normal capture the outputs turn out good. If you want everything to be in light then HDR feature will give you that showing cloud and building details. Samsung A5 2016 also feature a night mode and actually it is more capable capturing Cityscapes with no glare or lens flare.
Lets move on to colors... On Samsung sAMOLED display colors pop out but here as you can see they turn out as they should be as clearly seen by Red background and Yellow candle on table. We tried shooting with Flash and output was on point with an illuminated IceKing in his blue colors and golden crown.
Now we focus on Selfies and see my facial shot are quite nice with bright background or even in low light conditions. Clearly the aperture size of Samsung Galaxy A5 2016 helps in providing good exposure to the front camera.
Samsung UI is now clean and has intuitive gesture and motion control. You can also customize or play with dedicated themes. Be Productive as it comes with Microsoft Office Suites. Samsung also focus on security and with fingerprint scanner, you have a personalize security for your phones and files unlike lock codes and passwords.
Samsung Galaxy A5 2016 also carries a bigger battery at 2900mAh non-removable battery. It does supports fast charging and so you wont have to wait long to use it. With moderate usage it did last us a day of calls, data, streaming and games. Standby time just cut 1-2% of power.
What we love about the Galaxy A5 2016 is its new metal design accented with chamfers on the sides with strong Gorilla Glass panels which gives it premium feel and solid built. It also has dependable internal hardware that can handle your basic social media needs as well as play your online games or run intensive games. Not just it looks good but also takes good photos with its 13MP primary camera offering shallow depth of field and great low-light shots. Samsung UI is now simple and clutter free but comes with Microsoft Productivity. You have less standby time as you can charge it fast and use it with better battery life.
It is now available on Samsung concept stores and retailers nationwide for only 19,990 Pesos. If no stock you could try via Lazada Philippines. Look Here:
Samsung Galaxy A5 2016 Specs
Android Lollipop 5.1.1
5.2 FHD Super AMOLED Display
Corning Gorilla Glass 4
1.6GHz Octa-Core Processor
Exynos 7580
Mali T720 GPU
2GB RAM
16GB Internal Storage
Expandable via Hybrid Sim Slot
13MP Rear Camera
with LED Flash
5MP Front Camera
f/1.9 aperture
WiFi 802.11 a/b/g/n 2.4+5GHz, HT40
Bluetooth 4.1, ANT+
GPS
NFC
Fingerprint Sensor
2900mAh non-removable Battery
Fast Charging
