This archive report was first published on 4 July 2019.
On July 4, 2019, Samsung Electronics launched the Galaxy A80 in Kenya, marking a significant milestone in the country's smartphone market.
The Galaxy A80 boasts a 6.7-inch FHD+ Super AMOLED screen, making it an ideal device for immersive gaming and video streaming experiences.
The smartphone's rotating camera is a game-changer, allowing users to seamlessly capture the world around them. When users select the selfie mode in the camera app, the three cameras automatically pop-up from the back of the phone and rotate.
The Galaxy A80 also features an intelligent battery that learns the user's daily routine and app usage patterns to optimize the phone's power consumption.
“Consumers are at the centre of everything we do and they search for devices personalized to their specific lifestyle. Armed with our expertise, global capabilities and rich consumer insights, Samsung is uniquely positioned to provide innovations for everyone,” said Charles Kimari, the head of Mobile Communications Division, Samsung Electronics East Africa.
The Galaxy A80 will retail at Kes.64,999/-, making it an affordable option for digital natives who want to fully engage in the Era of Live.