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Samsung releases Galaxy A16 in the UK: Why it’s the perfect purchase for 2024
Samsung officially released the Galaxy A16 5G in the UK. Shoppers can purchase the 5G variant starting today, with the LTE model available from November 20. Decent specs and affordability make it the perfect purchase for 2024.
Early buyers can grab exciting offers on their Galaxy A16 purchase. Customers who buy the new Galaxy A16 5G or LTE from Samsung.com or selected retailers between 20th November – 22nd December will receive a Smart Tag 2 for free.
The Galaxy A16 5G is available now in retail stores and on Samsung.com for £199. The LTE model will be available from November 20 for £169. Head toward the specifications sheet followed by reasons that make it 2024’s perfect purchase.
Samsung Galaxy A16 Specifications |
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| Processor | 5G – MediaTek Dimensity 6300
LTE – Mediatek Helio G99 |
| Display Size (Main) | 6.7″ full rectangle / 6.5″ rounded corners |
| Display Resolution (Main) | 1080 x 2340 (FHD+) |
| Display Technology (Main) | Super AMOLED |
| Colour Depth (Main Display) | 16M |
| Max Refresh Rate (Main) | 90Hz |
| Rear Camera Resolution | 50 MP + 5 MP + 2 MP |
| Rear Camera F Number | F1.8, F2.2, F2.4 |
| Rear Camera Auto Focus | Yes |
| Rear Camera OIS | No |
| Rear Camera Zoom | Digital Zoom up to 10x |
| Front Camera Resolution | 13.0 MP |
| Front Camera F Number | F2.0 |
| Front Camera Auto Focus | No |
| Front Camera OIS | No |
| Rear Camera Flash | Yes |
| Front Camera Flash | No |
| Video Recording Resolution | FHD (1920 x 1080)@30fps |
| Slow Motion | 120fps @HD |
| Memory | 4GB |
| Storage | 128GB |
| Available Storage | 109.3GB |
| External Storage Support | MicroSD (Up to 1.5TB) |
| SIM Type | Dual-SIM (Nano-SIM) |
| SIM Slot Type | SIM 1 + Hybrid (SIM or MicroSD) |
| Infra Support | 2G GSM, 3G WCDMA, 4G LTE FDD/TDD, 5G Sub6 FDD/TDD |
| USB Interface | USB Type-C |
| Wi-Fi | 802.11a/b/g/n/ac 2.4GHz+5GHz, VHT80 |
| Bluetooth Version | Bluetooth v5.3 |
| NFC | Yes |
| Location Technology | GPS, Glonass, Beidou, Galileo, QZSS |
| Battery Capacity | 5000mAh (Non-removable) |
| Battery Life (Internet Usage) | Up to 15 hours (LTE), Up to 16 hours (Wi-Fi) |
| Video Playback Time | Up to 18 hours |
| Audio Playback Time | Up to 79 hours |
| Audio and Video Formats | MP4, MP3, M4A, FLAC, AAC, WAV, MKV, AVI, 3GP, and more |
| Video Resolution | UHD 4K (3840 x 2160)@30fps |
| Form Factor | Touchscreen Bar |
| Dimensions | 164.4 x 77.9 x 7.9 mm |
| Weight | 200g |
| OS | Android |
| Sensors | Accelerometer, Fingerprint Sensor, Gyro, Geomagnetic, Light, Proximity |
| Security Update Period | Valid until 31 October 2030 |
| Price | 5G – £199
4G – £169 |
Galaxy A16 – The perfect purchase?
Galaxy A16 and A16 5G are the latest additions to Samsung’s A series. The new smartphones aim to deliver unmatched user experiences with their large immersive display, powerful triple camera, and built-in security through Knox Vault.
Display:
The handset sports 6.7-inch displays with minimized bezels. With the Super AMOLED display, users can enjoy vivid, true-to-life colors with every scene. Their 90Hz refresh rate enables smooth transitions for a more immersive viewing experience.
Camera:
Both devices come with a high-resolution triple camera setup, allowing users to capture everyday moments. The 5MP ultrawide camera is perfect for shooting breathtaking landscapes, while the 13MP front camera enables users to snap stunning selfies.
The 50MP primary camera is crafted to record every moment, whether in photo or video, with the highest definition. Thanks to One UI, the camera department also offers instant editing suggestions to help users perfect their shots.
Design:
The new devices feature a sleek design, with a slimmer 7.9mm form factor. They are also complete with new IP54 protection. The camera sensors are arranged in accordance with Samsung’s signature design philosophy, offering a unique appearance.
Battery and Charging:
Samsung’s new phones let you enjoy what you love without worrying about battery life. With a 5,000mAh battery, Galaxy A16 5G provides incredible battery life on a single charge. With 25W Fast Charging, you can get back to action in a flash.
OS Updates:
You get the latest Android 14-based One UI 6 pre-installed, which packs many useful features. The new devices come with 6 generations of Android OS updates and 6 years of security updates, ensuring your device stays safe and up to date.
Will you consider buying the Galaxy A16?
A recent Samsung study shows that the lack of accessibility in design is excluding millions of consumers from products, services, and experiences in the UK. It’s a wake-up call for brands operating in the United Kingdom to revisit the design approach.
Samsung and OnePoll surveyed 1,000 adults with invisible and visible disabilities (accessibility issues) in the UK. The study reveals that over 68% of survey participants have felt excluded from products or services due to accessibility issues.
Key takeaways:
- 55% of respondents don’t believe mainstream brands are invested enough in making products that cater to individual needs.
- 54% don’t think companies understand which accessibility features are important for consumers with disabilities.
- 80% claim major brands could be missing out on millions by not thinking about inclusive design for consumers with disabilities.
- 72% of consumers surveyed have abandoned a purchase due to a product’s lack of accessibility.
- 56% are willing to pay more if they find a fully accessible product.
The Korean tech giant highlighted that UK tech brands are missing a trick here. The spending power of disabled people and their households – known as the purple pound – is estimated to be worth a staggering £274 billion a year.
Samsung continuously works on enhancing accessibility across its products. From mobile devices to smart TVs and shopping apps to services, all are optimized for people with disability. This user-centric approach inspires many brands out there.
Galaxy phones feature useful and intelligent accessibility features. Samsung also brought universal gestures to Galaxy smartwatches. The brand-new Galaxy Ring is the latest example of Samsung’s commitment to accessibility.
Samsung has collaborated with F45 Training to offer free access to a variety of workouts on 2024 Samsung Smart TVs through the Samsung Daily+ lifestyle hub. The company aims to make it easier for people to enjoy all types of content on their TVs, whether it’s movies, games, or fitness routines.
This partnership lets users enjoy a wide range of on-demand fitness classes, including cardio, strength, hybrid, and recovery workouts, all from the comfort of their homes.
F45 Training is a leading global fitness community known for its 45-minute group workouts that combine functional exercises to improve everyday movement. Now, with this new integration, users can access F45’s workout library directly on their Samsung TV, which makes it easier to stay active and fit without leaving home.
The Samsung Daily+ platform, powered by Tizen OS, gives users access to more than just fitness content. It also connects to apps like Samsung Health, SmartThings, and Workspace to help users manage their daily activities all in one place.
F45’s workouts are designed for all fitness levels to offer flexibility with different types of exercises. Whether you want to improve your strength, boost your cardio, or focus on recovery, there’s something for everyone.
In addition, the F45 community offers motivational content to keep users inspired and connected. More workouts will be added to the Samsung Daily+ platform in the coming months.
Samsung Health Monitor app ends support for Android 11 and older phones this December
Samsung has introduced some useful new features for its SmartThings Hub, which make it easier to manage your smart home and keep everything running smoothly. The fresh update improves connectivity, reliability, and performance to provide a seamless smart home experience.
Back in 2023, Samsung introduced Hub Group and Hub Replace to create more robust mesh networks and upgrade their hub seamlessly. We are in 2024, and Samsung has announced two new features for the SmartThings app, Hub Manager and Hub Backup.
Hub Manager
The new Hub Manager feature helps you easily manage your hubs and Hub Groups. A Hub Group lets you connect multiple hubs to extend the range of your smart home network.
With Hub Manager, you can create, edit, or delete Hub Groups, making it easier to organize your devices and ensure they stay connected across a larger area.
Create SmartThings Hub Group:
You can easily create a SmartThings Hub group, just need to follow a few steps. Open the SmartThings app >> Go to the Favorites page and tap the (⋮) More Options >> Select Manage Hubs >> If no Hub Group exists, you’ll see the option to Create a Hub Group.
If a Hub Group already exists, the new hub will be automatically added as a secondary hub.
Edit SmartThings Hub Groups
To edit a Hub Group, go to Manage Hubs from the Favorites page >> tap Edit a Hub Group. You can now change the primary hub for the group as well as add or remove secondary hubs.
Hub Backup
The Hub Backup feature ensures your smart home keeps working even if your main hub goes offline. If the primary hub stops working, a secondary hub automatically takes over, so your devices and automation continue to run without interruption.
Hub Backup is enabled by default in Auto Hub Backup mode. To disable or enable, go to Manage Hubs and toggle Auto Hub Backup off.
If you prefer, you can also manually switch to a backup hub, giving you more control over the process. To set a Preferred Hub, you just need to go to Manage Hubs >> select Preferred Hub >> Choose the hub you want to be the default primary hub when it comes online.