Samsung Galaxy A8

The Galaxy A8 is still a good buy if you want an affordable phone with decent specs, and don’t mind it being a little old.  It’s a sort of Galaxy S9 mini so will be attractive to those looking for a cheaper Samsung handset. There are some strong mid-range rivals though.

-- As reviewed by TechAdvisor
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Product details

  • A SCREEN EVERYONE WILL LOVE: Whether your family is streaming or video chatting with friends, the Galaxy Tab A8 tablet brings out the best in every moment on a 10.5" LCD screen
  • POWER AND STORAGE FOR ALL: Get the power, storage and speed your family needs with an upgraded chipset and plenty of room to keep files — up to 128GB of storage; A long-lasting battery lets you go unplugged for hours to keep the family fun going
  • CHARGE FAST, POWER FOR HOURS: Go for hours on a single charge and back to 100% with the fast charging USB C port; Battery life may vary depending on network environment, usage patterns and other factors
  • GALAXY ECOSYSTEM EXPERIENCE: Open up a new world of convenient possibilities with the Galaxy ecosystem experience — your devices, including your phone, laptop computer, and tablet, all automatically talk to one another seamlessly
  • YOUR NOTES, ALL IN ONE PLACE: Do more with your notes with Galaxy connectivity that automatically syncs everything from to-do lists to school work, whether you’re on your tablet, phone or watch
  • KIDS DIGITAL LEARNING: Children can enjoy access to Samsung Kids, a library of safe and fun games, books and videos that are kid friendly and parent approved
  • EASIEST. TRANSFER. EVER: No matter what operating system you're using, Smart Switch makes it a breeze to move your data and favorite files in three easy steps

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Expert reviews and ratings

By TechAdvisor on July 16, 2019
The Galaxy A8 is still a good buy if you want an affordable phone with decent specs, and don’t mind it being a little old.  It’s a sort of Galaxy S9 mini so will be attractive to those looking for a cheaper Samsung handset. There are some strong mid-range rivals though.
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