Samsung to launch budget Galaxy A35 smartphone in Korea

[Courtesy of Samsung Electronics Co.]

Samsung Electronics Co. is set to launch the latest addition to its budget smartphone lineup, the Galaxy A35 5G, in South Korea on Friday.

Following its global release in March, the Galaxy A35 5G will be available in Korea through the three major telcos as well as an unlocked version.

The Galaxy A35 5G will come in three colors: Light Blue, Light Violet, and Blue Black. It will be priced at 499,400 won ($363).

Samsung emphasizes that this smartphone is optimally designed for entertainment consumption, featuring a 168.3mm Super AMOLED display with a 120Hz refresh rate and a maximum brightness of 1000 nits.

The device also includes the Vision Booster feature for clear visibility in various conditions, and the Eye Comfort feature to reduce blue light and minimize eye strain.

Photography enthusiasts will appreciate the device’s camera setup, which includes a 50MP wide-angle camera, an 8MP ultra-wide camera, and a 5MP macro camera on the rear.

These cameras are equipped with Optical Image Stabilization (OIS), Video Digital Image Stabilization (VDIS), and the Nightography feature for clear shots in low-light conditions. The front camera boasts 13MP for high-quality selfies.

The Galaxy A35 5G is powered by a 5,000mAh battery with support for up to 25W fast charging.

The phone offers 128GB of internal storage, which is expandable up to 1TB with a microSD card. For added security, the device includes Samsung’s Knox security platform, ensuring safe usage of services like Samsung Wallet.

To celebrate the domestic launch, Samsung is offering special benefits for customers who purchase and activate the Galaxy A35 5G by September 30.

Benefits include a two-month free trial of YouTube Premium and a six-month trial of Microsoft 365 Basic.