Samsung Galaxy A8 Plus (2018) is an improved variant of the equally new Galaxy A8 (2018). It offers a larger display, more memory, and a bigger battery.
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There is nothing significant to tell between the new Samsung Galaxy A8 Plus (2018) from the standard variant in looks, except the size. It shows similar improved design, but measures 0.4 inches more in size. The phone is also heavier at 191 grams, but a hair thinner. It also has IP68 certification for dust and water resistance.
Its 6-inch Super AMOLED screen provides abundant space for immersive movie viewing experience. The Infinity Display boasts an 18.5:9 aspect ratio. It has a resolution of 2,220 x 1,080 pixels for a pixel density of over 400 ppi.
CameraThe Samsung Galaxy A8 Plus (2018) also gives you similar dual selfie camera system as the new Galaxy A8. You get a 16MP sensor and another 8MP sensor. An 85-degree field of view means this should be decent for group selfies. You can enhance shot quality with beauty filters and stickers.
The Samsung Galaxy A8 Plus (2018) comes with a 16 megapixel shooter on the rear as well. This has f/1.7 aperture that enables great shots in low-light conditions. It features phase detection autofocus, ‘high CRI’ LED flash, and hyperlapse video with stabilisation.
Hardware and SoftwareThe chipset in charge of affairs on the device is also Samsung’s new Exynos 7885. This delivers speeds of up to 2.2 GHz for robust performance. The Samsung Galaxy A8 Plus (2018), however, offers greater RAM and storage of 6 GB and 64 GB respectively.
Samsung Galaxy A8 Plus (2018) boots Android 7.1.1 Nougat. Some users may not be happy about this, considering Oreo has been around for a while.
Other FeaturesSamsung Galaxy A8 Plus (2018) also offers you a rear-placed fingerprint scanner. You get face recognition feature as well. Like the new Galaxy A8, this device has a Dual Messenger feature and supports Bixby assistant.
It gets power from a 3,500mAh juicer – similar to that of the Samsung Galaxy S8 Plus. But you can expect the Samsung Galaxy A8 Plus (2018) to last longer.
Pricing and availability
Samsung Galaxy A8 Plus (2018) is not officially available in Nigeria, Kenya, and Ghana, though the smartphone seems to have been launched in Malaysia for RM 2499. When available, you will be able to buy the Android phone at leading online stores in the countries. Samsung Galaxy A8 Plus (2018) Price in Nigeria is expected to range from 228,500 Naira to 270,000 Naira depending on your location in the country.
Its price in Ghana starts at around GH₵ 2,891. Samsung Galaxy A8 Plus (2018) Price in Kenya starts at around 75,000 KSh.
Here are a few specs of the Samsung Galaxy A8 Plus (2018):
General Features Platform: Android 7.1.1 (Nougat) Processor: Octa-core Processor: 2×2.2 GHz Cortex-A73 & 6×1.6 GHz Cortex-A53 (Exynos 7885 Octa) GPU: Mali-G71 Memory: 4 GB RAM or 6 GB RAM Colours: Black, Orchid Grey, Gold, Blue Dimension: 159.9 x 75.7 x 8.3 mm Weight: 191 g SIM Type: – SIM Count: – Display Display: 6.0 inches, Super AMOLED capacitive touchscreen, 16M colors, 1080 x 2220 pixels (411 ppi) Screen Protection: Corning Gorilla Glass Camera Rear Camera: 16 MP Camera, f/1.7, 1080p HD Video@30fps Rear Camera Features: Phase detection autofocus, LED flash, Geo-tagging, touch focus, face detection, panorama, HDR Front Camera: Dual Camera 16 MP + 8 MP, f/1.9, 1080p HD Video@30fps Storage Built-in Storage: 32 GB or 64 GB Memory Card Support: Yes, up to 256 GB Bundled Cloud Storage: – Network Support 2G GSM: Yes 2G CDMA 1X: – 3G WCDMA: Yes 3G CDMA EVDO: – 4G LTE: Yes Internet & Connectivity GPRS: Yes EDGE: Yes 3G/WCDMA/HSPA: Yes HSPA+: Yes, HSPA 42.2/5.76 Mbps CDMA EVDO: – 4G LTE: Yes, LTE-A (3CA) Cat11 600/75 Mbps WLAN: Yes, Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band, WiFi Direct Wi-Fi Hotspot: Yes Bluetooth: Yes, Bluetooth v5.0, A2DP, EDR, LE NFC: Yes Infrared Blaster: – USB Port: Yes, 2.0, Type-C 1.0 reversible connector Messaging SMS/MMS: Yes Instant Messaging: Yes Push Emails: Yes Email Protocol: – Entertainment Music Player: Yes, MP3/WAV/WMA/eAAC+/FLAC player Video Player: Yes, MP4/WMV/H.265 player FM Radio: Yes Loudspeaker: Yes 3.5mm Jack: Yes Navigation Navigation: Yes, with A-GPS, GLONASS, BDS Maps: Yes Sensors & Control Digital Compass: Yes Accelerometer: Yes Proximity Sensor: Yes Light Sensor: Yes Barometer: Yes SpO2: No Pedometer: No Heart Rate Monitor: No Gyroscope: Yes Fingerprint Scanner: Yes (Rear) Iris Scanner: No Face Unlock: No Intelligent Digital Assistant: – Motion Sensing / Gesture Control: – Voice Control: – Other Features Video Streaming: Yes Active Noise Cancellation: Yes Wireless Charging: No Built-in Mobile Payment: No Water Resistant: Yes, IP68 certified – water proof over 1.5 meter and 30 minutes Dust Resistant: Yes Image Editor: Yes Video Editor: Yes Document Viewer: Yes Document Editor: No Battery Battery: 3500 mAh Li-Ion Battery (Non Removable) Talktime: Yes, up to 23 hours Standby Time: – Fast Charging: YesThe post Samsung Galaxy A8 Plus (2018) Specs and Price appeared first on Nigeria Technology Guide.
The new Samsung Galaxy A8 released for 2018 may be considered a somewhat more affordable alternative to the flagship, Galaxy S8. The Samsung Galaxy A8 (2018) boasts an impressive Infinity Display, dual selfie cameras, and a powerful octa-core processor.
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Featuring a stylish appearance, the Samsung Galaxy A8 (2018) is cool to look at. It has curves that should make it comfortable to hold. The device seems like one to deliver impressive durability. With an IP68 rating, it is both dust and water resistant. Samsung Galaxy A8 (2018) can survive in water depth of up to 1.5 meters – better than that of the iPhone X.
This one offers ample screen estate for content viewing at 5.6 inches in diagonal size. The Super AMOLED panel boasts a Full HD+ resolution of 2,220 x 1,080 pixels. This is an Infinity Display with an impressive 18.5:9 aspect ratio, making for amazing wide-screen viewing.
CameraA major USP of the Samsung Galaxy A8 (2018) is its dual front facing shooters. It pairs 16MP and 8MP sensors with f/1.9 aperture on the front. Samsung says this device not only has you covered for selfies, but also “wefies.”
On the rear, you will find a 16MP camera with an impressive f/1.7 aperture, phase detection autofocus (PDAF), and LED flash. It boasts 78-degree field of view and Full HD (1080p) video recording ability.
Hardware and SoftwareThis new Galaxy A8 packs impressive punch with an in-house Exynos 7885 octa-core processor, featuring two 2.2GHz cores and six 1.6GHz cores, under the hood. The promise of truly solid performance gets better with 4GB RAM.
Internal storage is 32 GB or 64 GB. You can use one of the SIM slots to add another 256 GB using a microSD card. Samsung Galaxy A8 (2018) ships with Android 7.1.1 Nougat OS.
Other FeaturesThe Samsung Galaxy A8 (2018) offers a fingerprint scanner on the rear. This enables you use Samsung Pay in places where it is available. Still on authentication, you can also unlock the device with the front camera.
Samsung Galaxy A8 (2018) gets juice from a 3,000mAh battery, which is comparable to what the flagship Galaxy S8 offers. Samsung promises talk time of up to 24 hours.
Pricing and availability
Samsung Galaxy A8 (2018) is not officially available in Nigeria, Kenya, and Ghana, though the smartphone seems to have been launched in Malaysia for RM 1799. When available, you will be able to buy the Android phone at leading online stores in the countries. Samsung Galaxy A8 (2018) Price in Nigeria is expected to range from 165,000 Naira to 210,000 Naira depending on your location in the country.
Its price in Ghana starts at around GH₵ 2,080. Samsung Galaxy A8 (2018) Price in Kenya starts at around 55,000 KSh.
Here are a few specs of the Samsung Galaxy A8 (2018):
General Features Platform: Android 7.1.1 (Nougat) Processor: Octa-core Processor: 2×2.2 GHz Cortex-A73 & 6×1.6 GHz Cortex-A53 (Exynos 7885 Octa) GPU: Mali-G71 Memory: 4 GB RAM Colours: Black, Orchid Grey, Gold, Blue Dimension: 149.2 x 70.6 x 8.4 mm Weight: 172 g SIM Type: Nano-SIM SIM Count: Single SIM or Dual SIM, Dual stand-by Display Display: 5.6 inches, Super AMOLED capacitive touchscreen, 16M colors, 1080 x 2220 pixels (441 ppi) Screen Protection: Corning Gorilla Glass Camera Rear Camera: 16 MP Camera, f/1.7, 1080p HD Video@30fps Rear Camera Features: Phase detection autofocus, LED flash, Geo-tagging, touch focus, face detection, panorama, HDR Front Camera: Dual Camerta 16 MP + 8 MP, f/1.9, 1080p HD Video@30fps Storage Built-in Storage: 32 GB or 64 GB Memory Card Support: Yes, up to 256 GB Bundled Cloud Storage: – Network Support 2G GSM: Yes 2G CDMA 1X: – 3G WCDMA: Yes 3G CDMA EVDO: – 4G LTE: Yes Internet & Connectivity GPRS: Yes EDGE: Yes 3G/WCDMA/HSPA: Yes HSPA+: Yes, HSPA 42.2/5.76 Mbps CDMA EVDO: – 4G LTE: Yes, LTE-A (3CA) Cat11 600/75 Mbps WLAN: Yes, Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band, WiFi Direct Wi-Fi Hotspot: Yes Bluetooth: Yes, Bluetooth v5.0, A2DP, EDR, LE NFC: Yes Infrared Blaster: No USB Port: Yes, 2.0, Type-C 1.0 reversible connector Messaging SMS/MMS: Yes Instant Messaging: Yes Push Emails: Yes Email Protocol: – Entertainment Music Player: Yes, MP3/WAV/WMA/eAAC+/FLAC player Video Player: Yes, MP4/WMV/H.265 player FM Radio: Yes Loudspeaker: Yes 3.5mm Jack: Yes Navigation Navigation: Yes, with A-GPS, GLONASS, BDS Maps: Yes Sensors & Control Digital Compass: Yes Accelerometer: Yes Proximity Sensor: Yes Light Sensor: Yes Barometer: Yes SpO2: No Pedometer: No Heart Rate Monitor: No Gyroscope: Yes Fingerprint Scanner: Yes (Rear) Iris Scanner: No Face Unlock: No Intelligent Digital Assistant: – Motion Sensing / Gesture Control: – Voice Control: – Other Features Video Streaming: Yes Active Noise Cancellation: Yes Wireless Charging: No Built-in Mobile Payment: No Water Resistant: Yes, IP68 certified – water proof over 1.5 meter and 30 minutes Dust Resistant: Yes Image Editor: Yes Video Editor: Yes Document Viewer: Yes Document Editor: – Battery Battery: 3000 mAh Li-Ion Battery (Non Removable) Talktime: Yes, up to 24 hours Standby Time: – Fast Charging: YesThe post Samsung Galaxy A8 (2018) Specs and Price appeared first on Nigeria Technology Guide.
Samsung Galaxy J2 Pro (2018) is a fairly interesting new addition to its maker’s budget J-series for 2018. It parades a regular-size Super AMOLED display and durable build.
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This new budget offering from Samsung shows off a simple but efficient design. As one would expect considering the price, the body features plastic. But the Samsung Galaxy J2 Pro (2018) doesn’t look like one to break easily. Its Korean uses aluminium frame to improve its durability.
Its display measures 5 inches in diagonal size and has a resolution of 960 x 540 pixels, which is a bit lower this time. A pixel density of roughly 220 ppi will neither blow you away nor disappoint greatly. You may be pleased to learn this uses Super AMOLED technology.
Camera and StorageThe Samsung Galaxy J2 Pro (2018) offers a combo of 8MP rear and 5MP front cameras. Both units feature LED flash to improve the quality of images you capture with them. The primary shooter has autofocus and shoots Full HD videos.
You should fare well with 16 GB of internal storage – at least, for the first few months. There is a dedicated microSD card slot for expansion when you need that.
Performance and OSThe sort of performance this can deliver will be more satisfactory to entry-level users. This is because the Samsung Galaxy J2 Pro (2018) has a quad-core Qualcomm Snapdragon 425 chipset onboard. The 1.4GHz processor pairs with 1.5GB RAM and an Adreno 308 graphics solution. Samsung Galaxy J2 Pro (2018) runs the device on Android 7.1 Nougat.
Other Specs and FeaturesThe Samsung Galaxy J2 Pro (2018) offers dual, non-hybrid SIM slots. It supports speedy 4G LTE connectivity. You also get USB On-The-GO, Bluetooth 4.2, and Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n with Wi-Fi Direct functionality.
Samsung provides a 2,600mAh battery to keep the lights on. The Samsung Galaxy J2 Pro (2018) has a rated talk time of up to 18 hours on a 3G network.
Pricing and availability
Samsung Galaxy J2 Pro (2018) is not officially available in Nigeria, Kenya, and Ghana, thouhg the smartphone seems to have been launched in Vietnam for VND 3,290,000. When available, you will be able to buy the Android phone at leading online stores in the countries. Samsung Galaxy J2 Pro (2018) Price in Nigeria is expected to range from 52,500 Naira to 95,000 Naira depending on your location in the country.
Its price in Ghana starts at around GH₵ 650. Samsung Galaxy J2 Pro (2018) Price in Kenya starts at around 17,500 KSh.
Here are a few specs of the Samsung Galaxy J2 Pro (2018):
General Features Platform: Android 7.1 (Nougat) Processor: Quad-core Processor: 1.4 GHz Cortex-A53 (Qualcomm MSM8917 Snapdragon 425) GPU: Adreno 308 Memory: 1.5 GB RAM Colours: Black Blue and Gold Dimension: 143.8 x 72.3 x 8.4 mm Weight: 153 g SIM Type: Micro-SIM SIM Count: Dual Sim, dual stand-by Display Display: 5.0 inches, Super AMOLED capacitive touchscreen, 16M colors, 540 x 960 pixels (220 ppi) Screen Protection: – Camera Rear Camera: 8 MP Camera, 1080p HD Video@30fps Rear Camera Features: Autofocus, LED flashGeo-tagging, touch focus, face detection, HDR, panorama Front Camera: 5 MP Camera, f/2.2 Storage Built-in Storage: 16 GB Memory Card Support: Yes, up to 256 GB Bundled Cloud Storage: – Network Support 2G GSM: Yes 2G CDMA 1X: – 3G WCDMA: Yes 3G CDMA EVDO: – 4G LTE: Yes, LTE band 1(2100), 3(1800), 5(850), 7(2600), 8(900), 20(800), 38(2600), 40(2300) Internet & Connectivity GPRS: Yes EDGE: Yes 3G/WCDMA/HSPA: Yes HSPA+: Yes, HSPA 42.2/5.76 Mbps CDMA EVDO: – 4G LTE: Yes, LTE Cat4 150/50 Mbps WLAN: Yes, Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, Wi-Fi Direct Wi-Fi Hotspot: Yes Bluetooth: Yes, Bluetooth v4.2, A2DP NFC: – Infrared Blaster: – USB Port: Yes, microUSB 2.0, USB On-The-Go Messaging SMS/MMS: Yes Instant Messaging: Yes Push Emails: Yes Email Protocol: – Entertainment Music Player: Yes, MP3/WAV/eAAC+/Flac player Video Player: Yes, MP4/H.264 player FM Radio: Yes Loudspeaker: Yes 3.5mm Jack: Yes Navigation Navigation: Yes, with A-GPS, GLONASS, BDS Maps: Yes Sensors & Control Digital Compass: No Accelerometer: Yes Proximity Sensor: Yes Light Sensor: Yes Barometer: No SpO2: No Pedometer: No Heart Rate Monitor: No Gyroscope: No Fingerprint Scanner: – Iris Scanner: No Face Unlock: No Intelligent Digital Assistant: – Motion Sensing / Gesture Control: – Voice Control: – Other Features Video Streaming: Yes Active Noise Cancellation: No Wireless Charging: No Built-in Mobile Payment: No Water Resistant: No Dust Resistant: No Image Editor: Yes Video Editor: Yes Document Viewer: Yes Document Editor: No Battery Battery: 2600 mAh Li-Ion Battery (Removable) Talktime: Ues, up to 18 Standby Time: – Fast Charging: –The post Samsung Galaxy J2 Pro (2018) Specs and Price appeared first on Nigeria Technology Guide.
While your high-tech iRobot Roomba vacuum cleaner sweeps your floor, it will record Wi-Fi coverage information and build a map that highlights Wi-Fi dead zones.
The popular robotic vacuums, Roomba, are about to unveil a new trick. A few years ago, they were finally able to map a home space, and currently, they have learned to highlight Wi-Fi signals. No wonder they received some of the BestVacuum reviews. At the end of this month, January 2018, an innovative feature is expected from the Roomba vacuum cleaner. The new mobile application will involve Wi-Fi coverage mapping, and consumers will be informed about it come 23rd January. This is how it is going to work: the vacuum cleaner will be recording Wi-Fi signals as it does its automated cleaning job. It will then create a map of the overall Wi-Fi coverage in the entire house. By taking the measurements of various points, it will pick out areas of weak Wi-Fi connectivity. The maps will not have too many details like download and upload speeds on most speed test apps but rather the strength of the signal in decibels. So, at the end of a cleaning cycle, you will have a good gradient map.
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How Will The Wi-Fi-Enabled IRobot Vacuum Cleaners Help Users?
If you are considering installing Wi-Fi signal extenders for different areas of your home, this is the solution you need. You will be in a position to determine the right way to fix the Wi-Fi dead zones. As such you will enjoy a better consumer experience as you use a connected device in your home. Your entire home will have better Wi-Fi coverage. Two coverage maps will be available- cleaning coverage map and Wi-Fi coverage map- so you can alternate the two whenever you like.
This Wi-Fi coverage mapping feature has already been tested by a few consumers and can be available in the optional Beta program. The Beta program will give Roomba users an exciting chance to try out unreleased mobile application feature before it starts rolling out in the market. Interested customers should apply since not everybody will be accepted. As soon as it reaches a bigger number of users, it will be accessible through the new Beta program which iRobot is launching this month.
Features of The Smartest iRobot VacuumsBack in 2015, iRobots announced that visual navigation and cloud integration would change this company from the leading robot vacuum cleaner in the market to a company that develops navigation-enabled devices for homes. And this has been confirmed by the inception of Roomba models which map the indoor environment and understand exactly where they need to go while escaping obstacles along the way.
The iRobot’s Roomba 980 was the first of its kind to have both local visualization and adaptive navigation assimilated. These features assist in mapping out floors as they get cleaned. It is the primeval cloud-connected robot from iRobot that allow consumers to manage and connect via the new HOME app on iOS or Android mobile devices. The Wi-Fi-connected Roombas are more effective than the past models. They can handle open areas which run parallel to each other.
With the help of two new sensors and iAdapt 2.0 software, Roomba vacuums can memorize the floor layout including difficult locations such as below the furniture. On its top is a small camera that navigates and maps a home. This is different from the previous Roomba designs which used acoustic sensors, infrared, and physical bumpers to navigate the floor. There is an amazing mode (Cleaning Preference) that helps you to choose whether the Roomba vacuum should pass over the floor multiple times.
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Extra Benefits Dirt detection sensors: these are feature can detect spots with concentrated dirt and alert the Roomba, so it can work harder on those areas, for instance, the high-traffic zones. The Carpet Boost is an example of a dirt detection sensor the robotic vacuum cleaner. It commands the vacuum cleaner to apply more power in the carpeted areas. Convenient control and schedule: with the iRobot Home app, you will be able to monitor your cleaning schedules, watch maintenance videos, and view your cleaning history. Intelligent navigation: the smart iAdapt navigation comprises of a comprehensive suite of intelligent sensors which direct your robot vacuum around and below the furniture so it can thoroughly clean those cumbersome areas. Cannot fall down the stairs: the robotic vacuums feature cliff detect sensors that protect the devices from tumbling over drop-offs or falling downstairs. Filters: they help in capturing fine dust particles and debris. The run-time is 2 hours, and the Roomba can detect automatically when the battery charge drops too low, so it can take it back to the docking station for a recharge. After recharging, the vacuum continues from where it stopped. Final verdict
Have you been waiting for a wireless iRobot’s model that connects to Google Home and affordable at the same time? Very soon you will have a positive answer. New Wi-Fi connected Roombas are about to flood the market and are the most self-sufficient vacuum cleaners ever. They navigate concisely through any obstacles and leave the floor sparkling clean.
Wi-Fi connected Roombas use come with double Multi-surface brushes, vacuum suction, and 3-stage cleaning mechanism that sweeps every dirt off the floor from small to big debris. The Dirt detection option helps to spot the dirty areas and offers extra cleaning in those stubborn locations. Then, the iRobot Home app helps you to conveniently schedule your cleaning from wherever you are at any moment.
With Wifi for Roomba, you have total control on your tablet or smartphone which will act as the remote controller. The application is absolutely wireless. Your cleaning routine will be precise, and you will get real-time information about the vacuum cleaner which you can run from wherever you are as long as there is an internet connection. By combining the embedded web server and the wireless interface, you can control your Roomba from Blackberry, Android, iPad, or iPhone.
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