Sony unveils Xperia E5 images by mistake

At a time when Followers waiting for a phone "Xperia E5 new" from Sony Corp. and who does not know him until now little information, and media competent revealed the deployment of Sony Corp. for the first picture of the new phone Xperia E5 but this has not been an official, but for by mistake.

And Sony Corporation have been published during the past few hours pictures of a range of new phones Xperia E5, and while some think that it comes with pictures teasers phone the company they soon that they have to withdraw these images indicating that it comes to an unintended error.

According to the available information and leaked the new Sony phone Xperia E5 will come 4.6-inch screen in addition to the quad-core MediaTek processor MT6735 frequency of 1.3 GHz, with 2 GB Ksah memory RAM and 16 GB Ksah of internal storage in addition to the first two cameras with a capacity of 12 megapixel in the backend and 5 megapixel in the front end.

Video: New test to see most hardness between the iPhone 6S and Galaxy S7

What bizarre tests on each of my Apple iPhone 6S and Samsung Galaxy S7 is still ongoing, the new test focuses on the strength of both the devices and their resistance to the fall.

New video released yesterday evening channel "PhoneBuff" competent on the YouTube site and shows the comparison between the two devices to the extent of resistance tests falling from elevated levels of up to a meter, and it seems that the phone Apple iPhone 6S was more fortunate in these tests.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MoSIXFZPCNo

Sony reveals the superiority of Playstation 4 to xbox one

Sony Corporation of Japan revealed the superiority of a clear platform for electronic games "Blastishn 4" on rival Microsoft's own "xbox one company" and is something which is confirmed by the company's sales.

Sony announced yesterday evening officially about the size of the sales platform for electronic games Blastishn 4, which was launched in November 2013, where the company indicated that it has achieved sales of 40 million units of Blastishn 4 during the period Zadih and since its launch, making it the increase is estimated at 10 million units from the last statement of the company in this regard, which was released in the month of November.


And confirm the new figures provided by Sony Corp. clear superiority of the platform Blastishn 4 rival of Microsoft's Xbox One and that is still its sales in the range of 21 million units.

Samsung officially unveils new smart phone Galaxy C5

Finally announced that the South Korean company Samsung for the new smart phone "Galaxy C5" after a large number of rumors and leaks that are related to particular images of the exterior design of the phone.

Samsung presented a new phone during a special event held in China, and the company indicated that it would be directed to the Chinese market at the beginning and is one of the world's largest markets, the new phone will come with a number of features, including exterior design of the structure of a metal, in addition to the Super Amoled screen resolution Full Hd and measuring 5.2 inches.

In addition, the Galaxy phone will come C5 processor Snapdragon 617 in addition to the RAM that be about 4 GB and internal storage capacity, which would be between 32 and 64 GB capacity can be extended via the MicroSD chip, as the phone will come first Bkamartin in the backend precisely 16 megapixel and the second in the front end accurately 8 megapixel.

Samsung's new Galaxy phone C5 will be available Marschmilo system Android 6.0 and Samsung Touchwiz interface and it will be available initially in the Chinese market compared to 300 euros for the 32 GB version and 330 for the 64 GB version.

5 Chinese phones able to compete with Samsung phones, Iphone, LG ... know it now!

Samsung, Iphone, LG .. all the phones we used to use since the long time, and as soon as we hear that someone has a phone Chinese only and unpleasantly those dark look it, but this was earlier, today there is a Chinese phones were able to enter into competition fierce with more and the world's largest phone companies, and the strange thing is that she has been able to beat.

One Plus One 

This phone from more Chinese phones that are able to book her place in the global phone market and thus compete with huge corporations, and through strong specifications, and design of distinctive and well priced.

One Plus one phone running Android and private Brom CyanogendMod thing that gives the user more powers.

Xiaomi Mi 5

Phone phones like the iPhone design, the thing that led many to Babylon, described the Chinese, and so got a great popularity enabled him to engage in a fierce competition with the world's largest phone companies, and this is mainly due to the quality of its design and the right price and that speed.

Huawei is one of the most reliable mobile phones among users, this phone can be taken as role models for Chinese phones and the evolution of quality, private and provided with very good specifications, large screen, and a camera with high quality and reasonable price.

Meizu MX 5

This Chinese phone has managed to achieve a very large number of sales around the world, where the number surpassed 20 million smart phone, it also features represented in the design of a phone-like Yvonne 6, and a camera from Sony, as well as Octa-Core B2,2 GHz processor and a battery capacity of 3150 mAh, and 3 GB RAM.

Nubia Z9

Nubia is the other company was able to enter into a ventilator with the big companies, not for the loss of reputation because copies (Copieur). In 2015, it managed to sell more than 60 million smartphones around the world, and is what is known as "ZTE".

Delete all viruses from your computer permanently, proven and practical ways 100%

Complain that many computer users of some viruses that are difficult to delete them, which required often Faramth computer and install Windows again, this topic viruses can not be deleted by known protection programs Mattel KASPERSKY or AVAST, we will try, God willing, be addressed to and addressing this theme without having to bother install Windows again and lost data.

We will move now to how to get rid of these harmful programs, there are of course many ways and programs to help knead, but after a purely in-depth on the subject, I present to you the most important ways that will enable you to delete the fast and the content of the virus, as well as some tips to avoid them later.

Among the many programs in the field of protection and delete the viruses that were able to test them, Hills most effective programs: Security Task Manager -AdwCleaner -Spybot Search and Destroy concluded a free program will try to explain the role of each of them and how to work on them in addition to the integration of formal links for direct download.

Security Task Manager
Security Task Manager is working to provide information on programs and processes operating in the background of your computer, yes, it's the same role played by the Task Manager for Windows (Gestionnaire de taches), Laeken addition presents this program for each process, a set of additional information of others contained in the Task Manager :

The name and location (manual) file

Rate and the level of risk to the health of the system

Use CPU rate (CPU)

Type of operation

Date and time of launch

Here you will find the official download link for the program:



As indicated above, each process is available on the rate shows the seriousness (Taux), the program employs four key phrases to describe Hedda average: inoffensif -Semble inoffensif-Dangereux-Potentiellement dangereux
Each program is available on the rate of more than 60% or the description Dangereux-Potentiellement dangereux, should be deleted by clicking on Supprimer X button, you can also carry out a survey or Scan operation through the Virus Scan button and the program will scan all the data related to this process by protection programs the most advanced in this area, thus making sure that the process was actually harmful or just a false positive reaction (False Positive).

Take, for process does not fill the SupTab Ad Injection shown in the picture above, it is a browser extension is responsible for the publicity pages, as shown in the following description the process is inevitably pose a threat to the system and on the device and therefore you should delete it.
We have deleted the relatively malicious programs on the computer, for I did this only works on deleting processes and not the effects of her keys Registry (Registry Subkeys) or change some of the data, so we will Bban through the program AdwCleaner which will delete all data and harmful keys on the computer.

Note: you should not rush to use the program AdwCleaner before deleting the malware operated in the background of the device by Security Task Manager, because these programs are the main responsible for the data and harmful keys and therefore this data will return to the computer again.


AdwCleaner
Is AdwCleaner among the most protection programs, thanks fronted Simplified and effectiveness, managed during a short time to reap many computer users impressive, this program is characterized by rapid purely for viruses, he is not watching all the files, but only the most susceptible to damage, how to use the program very easy , enough to download the file from the following link and you can proceed directly to the purely without installation.
According to the official website of the program, you can AdwCleaner to delete the following viruses:
Adwares: programs responsible for opening pages Presentations

Toolbar: Programs are installing strips (Barres d'outils) on your browser

Hijacker: programs that change the main page of the browser



In addition to delete Registry keys and harmful data and files bearing virus

To embark on a purely Press Scanner button, the program will offer existing viruses in the computer according to their quality, you can lose all the type of the unit can also be pressure on the Rapport button to open the report includes the results purely by virus type, after Tvkdk results you can now click on Nettoyer button the program will delete all the data and malware, and then restart Windows to complete the process, after the operation, the program opens automatically report to confirm the actual deletion of viruses.

Note: After you get rid of the virus, it is advisable to delete AdwCleaner from your computer by clicking on the button Désinstaller, because the program is not available on Ndham update and therefore every time you want to use the program in respect of the site, and this gets to the last Alasar.

As already mentioned, the program AdwCleaner not watching all the files, but only the most susceptible to the virus, a reversal of the program Spybot Search and Destroy, which scans or Scan whole computer, thus require a purely longer.

Spybot Search and Destroy

Enables the free version of the program Spybot Search and Destroy to carry out a comprehensive Bban for viruses in all computer files, as well as some of the advantages that Snscherhaa later. You can download the program from here.



The program is available on a range of ingredients, we will try to address the most important:

System scan: the basic unit that Balban viruses.

File Scan: can choose specific files or data in order to avoid purely in all computer files.

Immunization: it prevents malware from attacking your browser, which works by blocking access to sites known to contain malware or unwanted using the blacklist.

Quarantine: Contains all the data that has been deleted by the program, you can get rid of them or restore them again.

Update: The program can be challenged to get the latest versions.

The first step after installing the software is to do the update through the Update button will take some time saluting is loaded samples of all viruses that will be purely by the computer, after the update process we are clicking on System scan to do Bban comprehensive in the computer or on File Scan to choose some finishes data or files only. At the end of the program purely offer you all viruses in the computer, you can delete them by Fix Selected button.
Note: No problem to keep the program Spybot Search and Destroy after completion of the purely practical, it does not hinder your protection program.

Important Tips
With the continuous increase of the virus, it is advisable for adopting some of the necessary precautions to avoid damaging your computer or operating Ndham:
Before browsing some sites unknown, it is advisable to make sure of their safety, there are many sites that enable it, Ndkr, for example, the site sucuri.
One is enough protection program installed, and there are many programs is an impediment to capture and delete the virus.
It is advisable to do Bban for viruses every two months by the program AdwCleaner
We have spent, God willing, all existing viruses to your computer, which undoubtedly represents a significant barrier for computer users. I'll be happy to answer your questions and inquiries.

Reviews Oppo R7

The OPPO R7 has proven to be a solid mid-range smartphone with very few sacrifices and a price point that can’t be easily beat. It has been a couple months since we reviewed that phone, and now we find ourselves holding its larger brother, the OPPO R7 Plus.

As you can expect, the Plus version is definitely larger, but what else can the handset bring to the table? I have been playing around with the OPPO R7 Plus long enough and am ready to tell you all about it, so let’s get this review started.

Design

The OPPO R7 had a great design, so it only makes sense that the Plus iteration follows the same course. In terms of aesthetics, the OPPO R7 Plus does pretty much look like a larger R7. The metallic body curves around the sides, where you can find chamfered edges extending along the entire perimeter of the device.

Metal phones are no joke, and the OPPO R7 Plus feels great. One thing is for sure, though, this is definitely one large smartphone. It helps that it’s only 7.8 mm thick, but one-handing it will still be complicated for most users. This is no big deal for those who prefer larger smartphones, but one can become uneasy when handling it, especially considering the phone’s smooth finish makes it feel rather slippery.

Buttons are conveniently placed on the left and right of the device, making shuffling less of a problem. You can find the 3.5 mm headset jack up top and the microUSB port on the bottom. On the front you have your usual set-up: there’s a screen, a front-facing cameras, an LED notification light, the ambient system and the proximity sensor. Turn the phone around and you will find the main camera, a fingerprint reader and a single speaker.

Display

We know the OPPO R7 Plus has a large screen, but that is only part of the viewing experience. There are many factors that can make or break a display. We must keep in mind this is an affordable phone, though, so we can’t expect it to do miracles.

The OPPO R7 Plus display is good, but it’s nothing to really write home about. For starters, the 6-inch Super AMOLED panel only has a 1080p resolution. At 6 inches you can start noticing some pixels, but the 367 ppi pixel density is still pretty good. You won’t have trouble reading texts or enjoying your media.

Because this phone does sport a Super AMOLED panel, you will enjoy the deep blacks and vibrant colors these screens are so known for. The display does also have good viewing angles and brightness, making it a pleasure to view in direct sunlight.

Performance

The internals in the OPPO R7 Plus are identical to those in the smaller iteration. The device sports a Snapdragon 615 processor and 3 GB of RAM. This chipset has proven to be a success with other handsets, and we see no exception here. This little guy runs great, especially once you start noticing the ColorOS optimizations, which make boot times and app launching faster.

I experienced no hiccups during my time with this handset, and that is saying much for a $480 gadget. I played games and used the phone for all my daily purposes, so it’s not like I went easy on it either. And event though ColorOS can be a bit heavy, everything was smooth sailing.

Oh, and just in case you were wondering – the phone doesn’t overheat. Sure, it gets warm after long gaming periods, but that is to be expected.

Hardware

Other hardware includes the typical technology: WiFi, Bluetooth, GPS, LTE, etc. One downside many of you won’t be fond of is that the phone only comes with 32 GB. There are no other options, but OPPO did make up for that by adding microSD card support.

If we move to the back and take a look at that single speaker, you will find the sound is nothing extraordinary. It gets the job done, but that’s about it. I am also not a fan of the speaker placement (it’s on the back). We found it very easy to muffle the sound, whether you are holding the phone or laying it flat on a table.

There’s another interesting piece of hardware back there, though. One that you will probably enjoy more. That fingerprint scanner is convenient, as well as very reliable. This scanner is as fast and accurate as those in the Galaxy S6, HTC One M9+ or even the iPhone. Seeing fingerprint readers on the back of devices is no longer rare, and I happen to be a fan of putting them on the back of handsets, as that is where one’s index finger naturally rests.

Battery life

For many of us, this is the most important factor. We want to know smartphones can keep up with our busy days. Thankfully, the OPPO R7 Plus has a gigantic 4100 mAh battery. The phone usually surpasses the 5-hour screen on time, even if I am playing games and streaming video. In fact, the phone usually lasted me a whole day and a good part of the second. It was hard to kill it in one day, to be honest.

And if you do run out of battery, the OPPO R7 Plus sports VOOC rapid charging. This is specially good in this over-sized phone, which would usually take a long time to charge.

Camera

The camera is another very important factor, and OPPO is not skimping out on this department. The R7 Plus comes with a 13 MP main shooter featuring an f/2.2 aperture and Schneider-Kreuznach optics, as well as laser auto-focus and an LED flash. On the front we have an 8 MP camera, which should also make you look great in video calls and selfies. 

But hey, those are just numbers. How well does the camera actually perform? It really does. Images in normal light are sharp and offer plenty of detail. In addition, color accuracy is outstanding, dynamic range is decent and shooting speeds are quite snappy.

Once you move to a darker environment, things change. You will notice shutters getting slower, but ultimately results are actually quite great (all things considered). This is mostly because of OPPO’s RGBW sensor, which adds a white pixel to to the usual RGB set-up. This is said to increase light sensitivity by 32% and reduce noise by 78%.

In terms of software, you will find a very simple camera interface. You can easily swipe your way between shooting modes. You can also tap on an icon to reveal functions like beautify, ultra HD, slow shutter, live filters, GIFS, HDR and Panorama. 

Oppo F1 review

The Oppo F1 is the ambassador for a whole new potential line of handsets within the manufacturer's portfolio and as such, it definitely deserves some attention.

However, despite the lofty "F1" title that instantly sparks up images of Formula One cars or fighter jets, swooping at phenomenal speeds, the Oppo F1 has no actual aspiration of blowing users away with performance.

On the contrary, the 5.0-inch phone has its roots set firmly in the mid-ranger realm. It sets out to offer some decent hardware, wrapped in a very signature Oppo-style body, akin that of the R7 line, all the while keeping pricing more reasonable.

Speaking of pricing, Oppo seems to have a rather odd pricing policy, with the R7 often going for more than the R7s, so, hopefully, the F1 can help bring some order. Cheaper or not, the Oppo F1 is still a very nice-looking phone. We still find it rather refreshing to see Chinese companies exploring a design language of their own rather than simply shadowing industry leaders, like Apple's iPhone.

Besides its charming, albeit familiar exterior, the Oppo F1 has another trick to lure potential buyers - a superb selfie experience, or at least that is what the marketing team has decided to focus on. The Selfie Expert is definitely a catchy tag line and the team is justifying it with the 8MP front-facing camera with an aperture of f/2.0. The tiny shooter does look impressive on paper, especially considering it is on board a phone that costs around $250. However, a digital camera is only as good as its software and processing, so we'll make sure to check its virtues for ourselves. But, more on that later.

Oppo F1 key features

• Metal alloy body
• Hybrid Dual SIM/microSD slot
• 5.0 inch IPS LCD display with 720p resolution and 294ppi
• Octa-core 1.7 GHz, Cortex-A53, Qualcomm Snapdragon 616 SoC, 3GB of RAM
• 16GB of built-in memory
• Color OS 2.1 on top of Android 5.1
• 13 MP, f/2.2, phase detection autofocus main camera with single LED flash
• 8 MP, f/2.0, 1/4" sensor size front camera capable of shooting 1080p video
• Cat. 4 LTE (150/50Mbps); Wi-Fi b/g/n; Bluetooth 4.0; GPS/GLONASS; microUSB
• 2,500mAh battery capacity

Oppo F1 main disadvantages

• The display has a resolution of only 720p
• Built-in memory is rather small
• VOOC fast charging technology is notably missing

As you can see, the Oppo F1 doesn't really shine with any particular point on its feature list. Even more so, with the increasing number of interesting budget offerings, these days $250 can definitely get you more power or a bigger, higher resolution display from manufacturers like Xiaomi or Meizu.

However, Oppo has been happy to offer similar hardware in the R7 line so far for lot more money, so the F1 still has its place in Oppo's current lineup.

   
Oppo F1 in official photos

What follows is a short and sweet review (shorter than usual, anyway) to get you through the most important aspects of the Oppo F1, while keeping our impressions and observations brief and to the point.

Samsung GALAXY GRAND Prime™

For a limited time, get a FREE Samsung Galaxy Grand Prime via Prepaid MasterCard® Card when you buy a Samsung Galaxy S7 or Samsung Galaxy S7 edge.

With so many features to make life easier, the GALAXY GRAND Prime is anything but basic.

• View posts and texts on a 5" HD display.
• Take and share better selfies with a 5MP front-facing camera.
• Talk and text all day and night with power-saving features that maximize battery life.

New device requires a SIM Starter Kit which will be added to your order automatically.

Specifications

Display

• 5"
• 960 x 540 pixels

Size and Weight

• 5.7 x 2.84 x 0.34 inches
• 5.5 ounces

Operating System and Processor

• Android 5.1 Lollipop
• Quad-core 1.2 GHz Processor

Battery Life

• Up to 18 hours talk time
• Up to 32.9 days standby time

Camera, Photos and Video

• 8 Megapixel Camera
• 5MP Wide Angle Lens Front Facing Camera

Memory

• 1.5 GB RAM / 8 GB ROM

Connectivity

• Sync methods: USB, Bluetooth, UMTS/HSPA+ 42Mbps & LTE
• 4G Capable
• 4G LTE Capable
• Wi-Fi and Mobile Calling

Audio and Multimedia

• T-Mobile TV

GPS and Apps

• GPS enabled

International

• Quad Band GSM; LTE: 2, 4, 5, 12; UMTS: Band II (1900), Band IV (1700/2100), Band V (850)

Hearing Aid Compatibility

• M3 & T4

WEA Capable? 

• Yes

Mobile Pay

• Compatible with Android Pay

iPhone 7: All the rumors about the specs, design and features of Apple's 2016 iPhone

With the March 21 introduction of the 4-inch iPhone SE now in the rear-view mirror, we have turned our speculative focus to the forthcoming iPhone 7, expected to materialize sometime later this year. In a TV interview with CNBC's Jim Cramer in early May, Apple CEO Tim Cook said that the iPhone 7 will have a killer feature: "We are going to give you things that you can't live without, that you just don't know you need today."

So, a pretty high bar has now been set. And to be clear: we have no hard info. But between assumptions and the new expectations set by Cook, we paint below a portrait of the most intriguing gossip about Apple's next big thing.

Editors' note: This story was originally posted on December 14, 2015 and last updated on May 8, 2016.

iPhone 6 Plus review

The big iPhone is here, with a stunning design and sizeable body

Update: We have revisited the iPhone 6 Plus, which is now packed with iOS 9.3, and fully updated our review to reflect the new features and lower price.

A 5.5-inch iPhone. That might not seem so unusual now, but when it first appeared it was something which would have sent a shudder down the spines of a collective of die-hard Apple fans, as it was a handset some thought we'd never see from the Cupertino-based outfit.

• Buy Apple iPhone 6 Plus (16GB) at Amazon for $419.99

Yet here I am, staring down the barrel of what was the biggest iPhone in history – the iPhone 6 Plus.

It arrived alongside the iPhone 6 – Apple's 2014 flagship smartphone – which measures 4.7 inches, making it more welcoming to a wider array of palms than the supersized iPhone 6 Plus.

Many of you, especially those of an Android persuasion, may be wondering what all the fuss is about – after all, the Samsung Galaxy Note 2 turned up with a 5.5-inch display years ago.

• Compare: all the best iPhone 6 Plus deals

Take a moment to glance at the history of the iPhone though, and you'll see why the iPhone 6 Plus is such a big deal.

Previously Apple has only dealt in two screen sizes: a 3.5-inch display graced the first five generations of iPhone, and just three have had the pleasure of a larger 4-inch display.

5.5 inches then is a huge leap forward for Apple, moving its iPhone range into the uncharted waters of the phablet market currently dominated by Samsung and other Android devices.

It's less impressive now, with the launch of the iPhone 6S and iPhone 6S Plusreinforcing Apple's commitment to the larger screen sizes, and current rumors point towards more of the same with the iPhone 7.

Apple is looking to reach a previously untapped audience of smartphone users – those who demand a large screen – with 'productivity' the main buzzword being thrown around. A key market for the iPhone 6 Plus is Asia, where the general consensus seems to be bigger is better when it comes to smartphone screens.

In terms of specs and design there isn't a huge amount of difference between the iPhone 6 Plus and the iPhone 6, apart from the obvious size.

The iPhone 6 Plus does boast a couple of unique features however. It was the first iPhone to pack a full HD display, plus its bigger body means it houses a larger battery than its 4.7-inch brother.

Both sport A8 64-bit processors, 1GB of RAM, M8 motion coprocessors and 8MP rear-facing cameras – although the snapper on the iPhone 6 Plus benefits from OIS (optical image stabilisation), while the iPhone 6 makes do with EIS (electronic image stabilisation).

As with all Apple products the iPhone 6 Plus doesn't come cheap, and you may want to brace yourself because it's still one of the most expensive handsets around.

The iPhone 6 Plus has seen a price cut since the launch of the iPhone 6S andiPhone 6S Plus, but SIM-free the 16GB version still carries a lofty price tag of US$649 (£539, AU$1,079) – and that's just the start.

Apple has ditched the 32GB variant for both the iPhone 6 and iPhone 6 Plus, with the next storage level coming in at 64GB, and for the 5.5-inch iPhone that equals $749 (£619, AU$1229).

There was also a 128GB model, but that's been discontinued, so if you need a boatload of storage you'll have to opt for the newer iPhone 6S Plus.

Even with price drops that makes the iPhone 6 Plus comfortably more expensive than rival phablets including the LG G4, OnePlus 2, Nexus 6P andSamsung Galaxy Note 4. It even rivals the Galaxy S6 Edge+ and Galaxy Note 5 for price.

It's big, it's expensive and it's inevitably played second fiddle to the iPhone 6 – so is the iPhone 6 Plus worth considering? Read on to find out.

Samsung Galaxy S7 review

The Samsung Galaxy S7 finds itself in a slightly tricky situation. Samsung needed a big win from the Galaxy S6 in 2015, which it got after reinventing the design of its flagship smartphone, but you're not going to get the same degree of evolution again just a year later.

This means the Galaxy S7 falls firmly into the iterative camp, building on the solid foundations laid by its predecessor without fiddling with the winning formula too much.

• Buy Samsung Galaxy S7 at Amazon for $640.00

Some will argue this phone should be called the Galaxy S6S, but are they right? I've put the Samsung Galaxy S7 through its paces to see if it's a worthy seventh-generation flagship, or a just cheeky six-point-five instalment.

There's initial good news in the fact that the S7 isn't competing as closely with the Galaxy S7 Edge as the S6 was with the S6 Edge last year, with the curved display variant getting a bump in screen size this time round, taking it more into phablet territory.

• Read our in-depth Samsung Galaxy S7 Edge review

Samsung Galaxy A5 (2016) review

The A-Team is back and we start with the Samsung Galaxy A5 (2016). It pairs a premium build with premium features, a true S6 lookalike.

The Galaxy A models for 2016 are Samsung's answer to the trend started by Chinese OEMs of making premium feeling midrange devices.

This makes the Galaxy A5 as much a OnePlus X/Xiaomi Mi 4c competitor as it is a Galaxy S6 alternative. Speaking of it, the S6 price hovers barely above that of the A5, so the young 'un has to prove it's just as good as the phone that started Samsung's mobile rebirth.

Key features

• Available with a hybrid dual-SIM/microSD slot
• Metal frame sandwiched between 2.5D Gorilla Glass 4
• 5.2" Super AMOLED of 1,080 x 1,920px resolution, ~424ppi
• Octa-core Cortex-A53 processor, 2GB of RAM, Adreno 405 GPU; Snapdragon 615 chipset (also available with Exynos 7580)
• Android 5.1 Lollipop with TouchWiz, theme support
• 13MP camera with f/1.9 aperture and OIS; 1080p video recording; 5MP front-facing camera, 1080p video
• 16GB of built-in storage, 8GB user available
• Fingerprint reader, Samsung Pay
• LTE Cat.4 150 Mbps, Wi-Fi a/b/g/n, GPS/GLONASS, Bluetooth 4.1, ANT+, NFC, FM radio
• 2,900mAh battery

Main disadvantages

• No 4K video or 1080p @ 60fps
• Limited storage out of the box, no 32GB version
• No MHL (but USB OTG is supported)

Compared to Galaxy S6

• microSD and FM radio, welcome back
• Lower resolution camera (13MP vs. 16MP, 1080p video vs. 2160p)
• Bigger battery (2,900mAh vs. 2,550mAh), but no wireless charging
• Screen resolution is 1080p, not QHD (not a huge deal)
• Slower chipset with less RAM (2GB vs. 3GB)
• No heart rate/blood-oxygen sensor

Who would believe that an A-series phone will have features that are missing from an S-series flagship? And yet the microSD card slot is one of the major complaints about the S6. The boost in battery capacity is welcome, even though the battery itself is not removable.

The one major stumbling block may be the camera. Sure, the wide f/1.9 aperture and OIS sound great, but no 4K video feels like a big drawback. We're less worried about the drop in screen resolution, even if it seems major.

    
Samsung Galaxy A5 (2016) official images

The original 2014 incarnation of the Galaxy A5 was ambitiously priced for the relatively limited feature set it offered. The 2016 model is a whole different story - it brings a much-needed boost to the screen and chipset, along with great camera specs and Samsung Pay.

This makes the Samsung Galaxy A5 (2016) a clear upgrade path for those still holding on to an S5 or even S4 and it puts feature pressure onto the premium mid-range market.