Launched just a month ago in India, the Samsung Galaxy A5 and A7 (2017) refresh the A-series with premium touches. The A5's 5.2-inch Super AMOLED display, rounded corners, and full glass back give it a high-end feel.
Contents: 1. Multitasking 2. Always On Display 3. Samsung Pay 4. Secure Folder 5. One-handed mode 6. Camera quick launch 7. Wide angle selfie 8. Notification reminder 9. Smart Stay 10. Find My Mobile 11. Game Tools 12. Easy Mode 13. Themes and wallpapers
Powered by Android Marshmallow with Samsung's TouchWiz interface, these devices pack practical features for everyday use. As someone who's tested them extensively, here are the 13 standout ones.
Android Nougat introduced split-screen multitasking, and while the A5/A7 run Marshmallow, Samsung delivers it seamlessly.
Long-press the Recent Apps button and select your second app. Enjoy Nougat-level productivity without an update.
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The A5's 5.2-inch Full HD Super AMOLED screen features Always On Display (AOD), letting you glance at notifications or time without waking the device.
Customize via Settings: choose clock, calendar, or image layouts, plus backgrounds for a personalized lock screen.
Samsung Pay offers secure, versatile payments on the A5/A7, supporting both NFC and MST for use at nearly any terminal—unlike Apple Pay or Google Pay.
Add cards, tap or swipe at the POS, enter PIN, and pay instantly.
Read also: 5 Samsung Pay facts you need to know before using it in India
Hide sensitive files in a Knox-secured vault. In Advanced Features, create it, then move apps, images, or docs via the three-dot menu.
Lock automatically after inactivity for peace of mind.
The 5.2-inch screen suits most, but one-handed mode shrinks it further. Triple-press the Home button to activate and reposition.
Capture moments instantly: double-tap Home to open the camera. Enable in Camera Settings, plus floating shutter for anywhere access.
Fit larger groups effortlessly. Activate in selfie mode, tap center, and pan left/right for panoramic shots.
Never miss alerts: set reminders for unread notifications per app in Settings > Notifications.
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Front camera detects your gaze to keep the screen on during reading. Works upright in good light.
Enable for remote lock, ring, track, or wipe via web. Like Google's Find My Device, but Samsung-optimized.
Enhance gaming with a floating overlay: record, mute notifications, optimize performance. Access via Game Launcher folder.
Simplify with larger icons/fonts. Toggle in Settings for accessibility, though it alters the sleek design.
Personalize freely: long-press Home > Themes for vibrant options.
These features, paired with the vivid display, make the A5/A7 excellent value. How many did you already know?
