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== Reception ==
== Reception ==
While praising Samsung's decision to begin manufacturing a smartphone that incorporates actual metal in its design, critics noted that despite its "premium" appearance, the internal specifications of the Galaxy Alpha were "mid-range" in comparison to the S5, with particular emphasis placed on the device's smaller, lower-resolution screen, the replacement of its [[USB 3.0]] port with a USB 2.0 port, and its smaller battery. However, ''[[Ars Technica]]'' noted that the lower screen resolution could offset the lower capacity of the device's battery, and ''[[ExtremeTech]]'' also noted that the smaller battery would make the device lighter, and the lower resolution of the display could improve the responsiveness of Samsung's Android distribution.<ref name=ars-unveil /><ref name=extech-alpha>{{cite web|title=Samsung announces the metal-frame Galaxy Alpha to compete with the 4.7-inch iPhone 6|url=http://www.extremetech.com/mobile/187969-samsung-announces-the-metal-frame-galaxy-alpha-to-compete-with-the-4-7-inch-iphone-6|website=ExtremeTech|accessdate=16 August 2014}}</ref> In conclusion, the Alpha was considered by ''ExtremeTech'' to be "a hedge against several troubling trends for the world’s largest smartphone maker", believing that its slimmer build and higher quality design were an attempt to compete against the then-upcoming [[iPhone 6]], which features a 4.7 inch display.<ref name=extech-alpha/>
While praising Samsung's decision to begin manufacturing a smartphone that incorporates actual metal in its design, critics noted that despite its "premium" appearance, the internal specifications of the Galaxy Alpha were "mid-range" in comparison to the S5, with particular emphasis placed on the device's smaller, lower-resolution screen, the replacement of its [[USB 3.0]] port with a USB 2.0 port, and its smaller battery. However, ''[[Ars Technica]]'' noted that the lower screen resolution could offset the lower capacity of the device's battery, and ''[[ExtremeTech]]'' also noted that the smaller battery would make the device lighter, and the lower resolution of the display could improve the responsiveness of Samsung's Android distribution.<ref name=ars-unveil /><ref name=extech-alpha>{{cite web|title=Samsung announces the metal-frame Galaxy Alpha to compete with the 4.7-inch iPhone 6|url=http://www.extremetech.com/mobile/187969-samsung-announces-the-metal-frame-galaxy-alpha-to-compete-with-the-4-7-inch-iphone-6|website=ExtremeTech|accessdate=16 August 2014}}</ref> In conclusion, the Alpha was considered by ''ExtremeTech'' to be "a hedge against several troubling trends for the world’s largest smartphone maker", believing that its slimmer build and higher quality design were an attempt to compete against the then-upcoming [[iPhone 6]], which features a 4.7 inch display.<ref name=extech-alpha/>


==External Links==
[http://bhiwadineemrana.com/metal-body-samsung-galaxy-alpha-smartphone-launched-available-in-bhiwadi/ Metal body Samsung Galaxy Alpha smartphone launched & available in India]


== References ==
== References ==

Revision as of 05:48, 30 October 2014

Samsung Galaxy Alpha
Samsung Galaxy Alpha in White
ManufacturerSamsung Electronics
TypeTouchscreen smartphone
SloganJust Alpha.
RelatedSamsung Galaxy S5
Compatible networks(GSM/GPRS/EDGE): 850, 900, 1,800 and 1,900 MHz;
3G (HSDPA 42.2 Mbit/s, HSUPA 5.76 Mbit/s): 850, 900, 1,900 and 2,100 MHz;
LTE: 800, 850, 900, 1,800, 2,100 and 2,600 MHz
Form factorSlate
Dimensions132.4 mm (5.21 in) H
65.5 mm (2.58 in) W
6.7 mm (0.26 in) D.
Weight115 g (4.1 oz)
Operating systemAndroid 4.4.4 "KitKat"
System-on-chipExynos 5 Octa 5430
U.S. versions: Qualcomm Snapdragon 801
GPUARM Mali T628MP6 (Exynos version)
Adreno 330 (Snapdragon version)
Memory2 GB
Storage32 GB
Battery1860 mAh Li-ion
Rear camera12 megapixels
List
Front camera2.1 megapixels (1080p) HD video recording @ 30 fps back-illuminated sensor
Display4.7 in (120 mm) 1280x720 px Super AMOLED (312 ppi)
Connectivity
List
Data inputs
List
References[1]

Samsung Galaxy Alpha is an Android smartphone produced by Samsung Electronics. Unveiled on 13 August 2014, the device was released in September 2014. A mid-range device, the Galaxy Alpha is Samsung's first smartphone to incorporate a metallic frame, although the remainder of its physical appearance still resembles previous models such as the Galaxy S5. It also incorporates Samsung's new Exynos 5430 system-on-chip, which is the first mobile system-on-chip to use a 20 nanometer manufacturing process.

Development

Samsung has historically been criticized for its continued use of low-quality polycarbonate materials on its flagship smartphone products, even as its competitors have made phones utilizing higher quality plastics or unibody aluminium frames.[2][3] Despite these issues with build quality, Samsung has still been considered the most dominant Android OEM.[4] However, in July 2014, the company reported its lowest profits in over two years, and a drop in market share from 32.3% to 25.2% over the past year. The loss in market share was attributed primarily to growing competition from vendors such as HTC and LG, and similarly increased competition in the low and mid-range markets from vendors such as Huawei and Motorola (who is currently in the process of being sold by Google to Lenovo).[4][5]

In early-June 2014, images leaked of an upcoming Samsung phone tentatively known as the "Galaxy F", shown alongside a Galaxy S5: it incorporated a metallic frame, thinner bezels around the screen than the S5, and was to allegedly include a quad HD display,[6] Snapdragon 805 system-on-chip, along with the heart rate sensor and water/dust-proofing from the S5.[6][7] However, on 18 June 2014, Samsung would unveil an LTE-Advanced version of the S5 with a quad HD display, exclusively for release in South Korea. A Samsung representative stated it had "no plans" to release this device globally.[8]

In late July 2014, further images leaked of the rumored device, now identified as the "Galaxy Alpha"; the device depicted was now smaller than the S5 (but still had a metallic frame), and reports indicated that the device's specifications contained regressions in comparison to the S5, such as a 720p 4.7 in (120 mm) display similar to the Galaxy S III, and no expandable storage.[9][10] On 31 July 2014, Kim Hyun-joon, senior vice president of Samsung's mobile business, told investors that the company was planning to release a major new device incorporating "new materials" by the end of 2014. Critics interpreted his statement as signs that the company was planning to make a metal smartphone, but that it could also be a new entry in the Galaxy Note series.[11][12]

On 13 August 2014, Samsung officially unveiled the Galaxy Alpha. Samsung Electronics CEO JK Shin explained that the Alpha was "built and designed based on the specific desires of the consumer market."[1] The company touted that the Galaxy Alpha would mark a "new design approach" for Samsung's products, and that elements from the Alpha could appear on future Samsung models.[13] The device will be released in September 2014,[1] although pricing and availability information have yet to be announced.[14]

Specifications

The Galaxy Alpha's overall design is an evolution upon that of the Galaxy S5, incorporating a chamferred metal frame and a dimpled, plastic rear cover.[1][13] With a thickness of 6.7 mm (0.26 in), Samsung considers the Galaxy Alpha to be the company's thinnest smartphone.[15]

International models of the Alpha utilize an octa-core, Exynos 5430 system-on-chip; consisting of a bank of four 1.8 GHz Cortex-A15 cores, and four 1.3 GHz Cortex-A7 cores. The Exynos 5430 is the first ever mobile system-on-chip to use a 20 nanometer HKMG manufacturing process.[1][16][17] The international model will also be the first device to incorporate Intel's XMM7260 modem for category 6 LTE Advanced support.[18] U.S. models will include a 2.5 GHz Snapdragon 801 processor instead; both models will include 2 GB of RAM.[18]

The Galaxy Alpha features a 720p 4.7 in (120 mm) Super AMOLED display, and also incorporates a 12 megapixel rear-facing camera, fingerprint and heart rate sensors, and a removable 1860 mAh battery. The device includes 32 GB of non-expandable storage, and runs Android 4.4.4 "KitKat" with Samsung's TouchWiz software suite.[1][18]

Reception

While praising Samsung's decision to begin manufacturing a smartphone that incorporates actual metal in its design, critics noted that despite its "premium" appearance, the internal specifications of the Galaxy Alpha were "mid-range" in comparison to the S5, with particular emphasis placed on the device's smaller, lower-resolution screen, the replacement of its USB 3.0 port with a USB 2.0 port, and its smaller battery. However, Ars Technica noted that the lower screen resolution could offset the lower capacity of the device's battery, and ExtremeTech also noted that the smaller battery would make the device lighter, and the lower resolution of the display could improve the responsiveness of Samsung's Android distribution.[1][14] In conclusion, the Alpha was considered by ExtremeTech to be "a hedge against several troubling trends for the world’s largest smartphone maker", believing that its slimmer build and higher quality design were an attempt to compete against the then-upcoming iPhone 6, which features a 4.7 inch display.[14]


Metal body Samsung Galaxy Alpha smartphone launched & available in India

References

  1. ^ a b c d e f g "Samsung announces Galaxy Alpha—built with metal, but on a budget". Ars Technica. 16 August 2014. Retrieved 16 August 2014.
  2. ^ "Why the plastic body of the Samsung Galaxy S5 is its secret weapon". CNET. 8 April 2014. Retrieved 15 August 2014.
  3. ^ "Samsung's devices are for those who want cheap plastic, says HTC's Mackenzie". PhoneArena. 27 March 2014. Retrieved 15 August 2014.
  4. ^ a b "Samsung profits decline as other OEMs eat its lunch". ExtremeTech. Retrieved 16 August 2014.
  5. ^ "Samsung's phone market share takes a bruising as Chinese rivals surge". Engadget. AOL. Retrieved 16 August 2014.
  6. ^ a b "Samsung Galaxy F images allegedly leak, metal body in tow". PocketNow. Retrieved 15 August 2014.
  7. ^ "Metal Samsung Galaxy F gets snapped next to the Galaxy S5, boasts LG G3-like slim bezels". PhoneArena. 12 June 2014. Retrieved 15 August 2014.
  8. ^ "Samsung has no plans to launch the Quad HD Galaxy S5 LTE-A in the US (or in any other market except Korea)". PhoneArena. 18 June 2014. Retrieved 15 August 2014.
  9. ^ "Samsung Galaxy Alpha gets snapped looking like the Galaxy S2". TechRadar. 24 July 2014. Retrieved 15 August 2014.
  10. ^ "Samsung Galaxy Alpha shows its metal trim". PocketNow. Retrieved 15 August 2014.
  11. ^ "Samsung promises to release a non-plastic phone this year". The Verge. 31 July 2014. Retrieved 15 August 2014.
  12. ^ "Samsung will ditch plastic for 'new materials' on a 2014 phone". TechRadar. 31 July 2014. Retrieved 15 August 2014.
  13. ^ a b "Samsung ditches all-plastic design with metal Galaxy Alpha". The Verge. 13 August 2014. Retrieved 16 August 2014.
  14. ^ a b c "Samsung announces the metal-frame Galaxy Alpha to compete with the 4.7-inch iPhone 6". ExtremeTech. Retrieved 16 August 2014.
  15. ^ "Samsung Galaxy Alpha is now official: metal-made and the thinnest Galaxy yet". PhoneArena. Retrieved 16 August 2014.
  16. ^ "Samsung's Galaxy Alpha comes with Exynos 5430, the world's first 20nm HKMG based chip". PhoneArena. 14 August 2014. Retrieved 16 August 2014.
  17. ^ "Samsung Announces Exynos 5430: First 20nm Samsung SoC". Anandtech. Retrieved 16 August 2014.
  18. ^ a b c "Samsung launches the Galaxy Alpha". Anandtech. Retrieved 16 August 2014.

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