Rumors about the future smartphone market set a pattern on what the high-end will be like, which will already reach five inches without any fear. It seemed that Samsung would wait for the Galaxy S4 to bet on this format, however, it seems that one will arrive much earlier, with that screen size. The Samsung Galaxy Grand it would come with a five-inch panel per flag. And the best thing is that it would arrive at the end of this month, so it seems that we will not have to wait that long.
The Samsung Galaxy Grand would come to be halfway between the Galaxy S3 and the Galaxy Note 2, and would lay the foundations of what would be the smartphones with a five-inch screen in the Android family of the South Korean company. However, there is something that draws our attention about this device, and that is that despite having a large screen size, it has a resolution of only 800 by 480 pixels and use technology LCDThis is very little considering that the Galaxy S3 is 1280 by 720 pixels, which makes us think that it will not be aimed at the most demanding users, but those looking for something cheaper.
However, we were surprised to find that the price it appears to have is $732, about €571 at the current exchange rate, which would be an abusive amount for the components this smartphone has. If we look at the rest, it's not bad at all, with a battery of 2.100 mAh -common among the high-end range-, compatibility with networks LTE, as well as wireless technology NFC, and 4.1.1 Android Jelly Bean as standard. Its processor would be a Quad Core Exynos, with a clock frequency of 1,4 GHz.
All these are data from sources close to the company that have confirmed it to the South Korean publication MT. However, the only thing that squares is that there is an error in the screen resolution. It does not fit that a device with that screen size is put such a low resolution, and if it were, what does not make sense is that it be put such a powerful quad-core processor. And if for some strange reason they had seen fit to create this mix, what is not understandable is that it costs so much. In any case, this Samsung Galaxy Grand, which could change its name before going on the market, has yet to be officially announced, so we may have more data at that time to understand what is happening with it.
Confirmed specifications and approach
With its screen 5 inch TFT and resolution WVGA(480x800), the Galaxy Grand is positioned as a large terminal but mid-rangeInstead of the rumored quad-core chip, the business model opted for a processor 1.2 GHz dual-core accompanied 1 GB of RAM, enough for everyday tasks and popular apps.
In storage, it offers 8 GB internal and groove microSD up to 64 GB, a key combination in this segment. The body is around 9,6 mm of thickness and a weight close to 162‑163 g, maintaining the comfortable, curved design typical of the Galaxy family.
Versions: Dual SIM and connectivity
Samsung marketed two variants: GT‑I9080 (Single SIM) y GT‑I9082 (Dual SIM)The latter is appreciated in markets where personal and work lines alternate. In mobile connectivity it reaches HSPA+ (up to 21/5,76 Mbps), with LTE absent in the original Galaxy Grand family. The presence of NFC may vary by region. Complete the section with Wi‑Fi b/g/n, Bluetooth 4.0, GPS with GLONASS, FM radioconnector microUSB 2.0 y 3,5 mm jack.
Cameras and multimedia
The main module is of 8 SM with recording Full HD 1080p@30fps and sensor BSI to enhance low-light scenes. It incorporates autofocus, face/smile detector, continuous shooting and panoramic (HDR availability may vary by firmware). The front camera is 2 SM with video HD 720p, valid for video calls and basic selfies.
In audio and video it plays the usual formats in Android (MP3, WAV, FLAC, MP4, H.264, among others) with integrated speaker y Noise Cancellation via a dedicated microphone, delivering multimedia performance appropriate for its range.
Software, battery and user experience
Arrives with Android 4.1.x Jelly Bean and the cape TouchWiz from Samsung, with useful features like smart shortcuts and basic multitasking options. The battery removable 2.100 mAh offers typical working hours autonomy in mixed use.
For users who want to go a step further, the community has even offered Custom ROMs that take the device to higher versions of Android, achieving greater fluidity and compatibility with modern apps such as Microsoft OfficeThese advanced practices require knowledge and carry risks, but they illustrate the validity that the Grand can maintain with proper care.
Price and Availability
Although they were considered high initial figures In rumors, the Galaxy Grand was oriented to a competitive price for the mid-range, varying according to markets and versions Single/Dual SIM. It is a phone designed for those who prioritize large screen and overall balance over resolution or raw power.
With this set of specifications, the Samsung Galaxy Grand paved the way for affordable 5-inch phones in the South Korean company, combining a wide format, reliable cameras and Dual SIM options with complete connectivity without LTE, remaining interesting for users who value utility and affordable price.
