Let your style show
Accentuate your style and individuality
Take your pick of classically stylish colours* on the Galaxy A8. And with smooth curves creating a comfortable, ergonomic grip, you’ll have yourself a beautiful phone you’ll find hard to put down.
*Availability of colors may vary by country and region.
key features
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Dual Front Camera
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IP68
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Expandable Memory
A visual experience beyond the bezel
Bring your digital world to life and immerse yourself in a stunning cinematic experience thanks to the infinity display's* 18.5:9 ratio. The biggest display for Galaxy A Series smartphones to date, it offers a wide horizontal perspective, providing you with a stunning cinematic experience.
*A near bezel-less, full frontal glass, edge-to-edge screen
See more at once
The infinity display* is also longer than the screen on previous A Series smartphones, so you’ll be able to read and browse with less scrolling and more ease. From checking your social media feeds or perusing through news articles, your horizons will be broadened that much more.
*A near bezel-less, full frontal glass, edge-to-edge screen
*A near bezel-less, full frontal glass, edge-to-edge screen
Masterpieces created in a snap
Taking stunning photos on the Galaxy A8 is as easy as tapping the shutter. The Dual Front Camera redefines selfies and wefies, putting precise focus on you and your friends so you can capture moments in ways that reveal your unique quirks. And with the superb 16MP rear camera, you’ll be able to seize the night with impressive low-light snapshots.
Bold and brilliant selfies
With Samsung’s first-ever dual front camera, take bold selfies that capture the essence of your individuality, and add flair and fun to them using Live Focus mode to blur the background and create bokeh effects so you and your friends stand out in style. For that extra flexibility, you can adjust the focus as you please when you take the photo and also after.
Focus on the fun
Customise your pictures with an array of snazzy filters*. You’ll also be able to decorate selfies effortlessly with stickers using face-recognition technology. For an even more impressive outcome, enhance your favourite snapshots by shooting in various modes, such as Food, Beauty, or Sports.** With the Galaxy A8, you’ll be the life of every party!
* Effect of filters is dependent on quality of original image; individual results may vary.
**Beauty effect can only be applied when using the front camera. Beauty and Sports effects cannot be adjusted during video recording.
Dazzle in the dark
Whether you’re basking under the lustre of moonlight or in the glow of a flickering candle, you'll be able to shoot the scene clearly with the improved low-light capability of the Galaxy A8's rear camera. Its remarkable F1.7 lens, large 1.12㎛ pixels, and 1/2.8” sensor captures light from the environment to produce crisp and detailed images.
Your gallery, sorted
Easily find any image you want in your photo gallery by typing keywords into the search bar within the gallery. As you search, the gallery analyses your photos and extracts relevant pictures for your convenience, even displaying them by category.
*Accuracy of search function is dependent on the clarity of the subject image.
*Accuracy of search function is dependent on the clarity of the subject image.
Weathers more experiences with you
You’ll want a phone that will work wherever life takes you. The Galaxy A8 has an IP68 rating* for dust and water resistance, meaning neither rain nor dirt will get in your way**.
*IP68 rating (Dust and Water Resistant) means that the device is protected against ingress of dust, and ingress of static fresh water at up to 1.5 metres for up to 30 minutes, under certain defined test conditions. According to accredited test results; individual results may vary. Note: IP68 rating does not mean that the device is waterproof. To prolong the life of your device, after submersion or spillage, rinse it with clean water and dry with a microfiber cloth.Puts the smart in smartphone
Get information about your surroundings via your camera, stay organised, and interact more seamlessly with your smartphone using Bixby. Bixby is a virtual assistant that works via text and touch, and adapts to your habits. Bring your phone to life with Bixby Home, Bixby Vision, and Bixby Reminder*, and enjoy a smarter way to use your Galaxy A8.
*Bixby service availability requires Samsung Account login and internet connection. Some Bixby features may not be available depending on country, region, or language. Bixby Vision feature is supported on pre-installed Samsung Camera, Internet and Gallery apps.Details gleaned at a glance
Stay informed without having to wake up your phone. View important information like the date, time, app notifications, and even control your music player via the Always-On-Display.
Pay with your phone
Leave your cards at home — all you need is your Galaxy A8 and Samsung Pay. With Samsung Pay, you can make payments virtually anywhere you would tap or swipe your credit card in a simple and secure way.*
*Availability almost anywhere is based on compatibility of Samsung Pay on MST and/or NFC payment terminals, with some supported for use only after software upgrades. Samsung Pay is exclusive to selected Samsung Galaxy smartphones and smartwatches only, and available across all participating payment networks, banks, and merchants. Availability may vary, please check www.samsung.com/sg/samsungpay for updates.
Balance work and life
Partition your work messages and personal chats with ease. Using Dual Messenger, you can connect to two different accounts for the same social or instant messaging app.* You won’t have to mix business with pleasure with this feature!
*The availability of app services may vary by country and region. The Dual Messenger feature may not be supported on apps that do not recognise multiple user log-in IDs per account.
Safeguard your data
Protect personal information with the Secure Folder* on the Galaxy A8. It creates a separate space within the device** to store sensitive and personal data and make sure it's only accessible to you.
*The availability of this service will vary according to the nature of the content being encrypted. **Secure Folder separates storage at the software level without taking up additional space.
*The availability of this service will vary according to the nature of the content being encrypted. **Secure Folder separates storage at the software level without taking up additional space.
Intuitive Wi-Fi® control
Effortlessly conserve mobile data and battery life with adaptive Wi-Fi® control on the Galaxy A8. It remembers where you've previously connected to a Wi-Fi® network, and turns on to instantly reconnect when you're in range. And when you leave the service range, the Wi-Fi® shuts off to prevent your battery from draining.*
*Wi-Fi® connection and speed may vary depending on the usage environment.
Swift and simple unlocking
Unlocking your device can be just as fuss-free as taking a selfie or tapping a button. With face recognition* and fingerprint scanning, accessing the contents of your phone will be quicker and more convenient than before.
*Face recognition is less secure than pattern, PIN, or password, and is not recommended to be used as a security feature
Do and store more
Whether you’re multitasking or gaming, you’ll be treated to a smooth and seamless experience with 4GB RAM* on the Galaxy A8. And you can keep your files and memories on hand with an expandable microSD storage of up to 512GB**. Moreover, if you travel a lot or have two separate numbers, you’ll also have the option to utilise the Dual SIM*** feature of the Galaxy A8 at the same time to stay connected as you choose.
*Available RAM may vary by country and region.
**microSD card sold separately.
***Only one SIM supports 4G+ LTE Cat 11 (up to 600Mbps) connectivity at any one time. Availability of dual SIM may vary by country and/or carrier.
Connect to all that matters
Change how you share your life and enrich your digital existence with Samsung accessories and apps. Track your workouts with wearables such as the Gear Fit2 Pro and Gear S3, explore virtual worlds with the Samsung Gear VR, and control your smart home with Samsung Connect. Whether at home or on the go, your life will be enhanced by a rich ecosystem of Samsung products and services alongside the Galaxy A8.
Specifications
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CPU Speed 2.2GHz, 1.6GHz
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Rear Camera - Resolution 16.0 MP
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Weight (g) 172
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Standard Battery Capacity (mAh) 3000
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Audio Playback Time (Hours) Up to 43
Support
Find answers to the questions you have about the product
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Safety Guide
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- Apr 11. 2019
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User Manual (Oreo)
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- Jul 24. 2018
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