Samsung unveils its new budget Galaxy A8

APPLE’S biggest rival has unveiled its new device to hit stores in 2018 and some reckon it could be the must-have phone of the year.

PHONE giant Samsung is about to release a budget smartphone with a state-of-the-art 5.6 inch display.

The South Korean technology behemoth has just announced the latest addition to its Galaxy A series — the Galaxy A8 and A8+.

The new models feature a dual front camera, a large infinity display and a host of other features.

Junho Park, Samsung’s global mobile vice president, said: “With the release of the Galaxy A8 and A8+, we’re bringing our customers’ favourite features from our flagship smartphones, such as the Infinity Display and our first Dual Front Camera with Live Focus, to our Galaxy A series, which is already known for its premium design.

“The Galaxy A8 and A8+exemplify our continued dedication to meeting the needs of our consumers by providing them with greater choice and convenience.”

Samsung unveils its new budget Galaxy A8.

According to Samsung users will be able to take bright, clear selfies with the 16 mega-pixel F1.7 rear camera and 16MP+8MP F1.9 Dual Front Camera.

As the name implies, it is made up of two separate cameras so you can switch between the two to take the type of selfie you want — from close-ups with the background to portrait shots with a “clear and crisp” background.

The phone will utilise video digital image stabilisation (VDis) technology, and has an added hyperlapse feature, so owners can create long time-lapse videos.

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The Infinity Display boasts an immersive 18.5:9 display ratio, so that users can view the whole scene across their screen for the “ultimate cinematic experience”.

Both models are available in four colours — black, orchid grey, gold and blue.

Samsung bosses also claim its tough, thanks to its IP68 water and dust resistance which can withstand the elements, including sweat, rain, sand and dust.

The Galaxy A8 and A8+ will be available in early January 2018. The price has not yet been confirmed but is expected to be highly competitive.

This article originally appeared on The Sun and was republished here with permission.

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