Networking
| 2G standards |
GSM |
| 3G standards |
UMTS |
| SIM card capability |
Single SIM |
| Tethering (modem-mode) |
Y |
| 3G |
Y |
| Bluetooth |
Y |
| Wi-Fi |
Y |
| 4G |
Y |
| Near Field Communication (NFC) |
Y |
Camera
| Front camera resolution (numeric) |
2.1 MP |
| Front camera |
Y |
| Rear camera resolution (numeric) |
12 MP |
| Built-in flash |
Y |
| Video capture resolution (max) |
3840 x 2160 pixels |
| Auto focus |
Y |
| Maximum frame rate |
30 fps |
| Video recording |
Y |
Messaging
| E-mail |
Y |
| Chat |
Y |
| MMS (Multimedia Messaging Service) |
Y |
| Instant messaging (IM) |
Y |
| Short Message Service (SMS) |
Y |
Processor
| Coprocessor cores |
4 |
| Coprocessor frequency |
1.3 GHz |
| Coprocessor |
Y |
| Processor cores |
4 |
| Processor frequency |
1.8 GHz |
Call management
| Call timer |
Y |
| Call divert |
Y |
| Call hold |
Y |
| Conference call |
Y |
| Speed dialing |
Y |
| Vibrating alert |
Y |
| Call waiting |
Y |
| Caller ID |
Y |
| Speakerphone |
Y |
Subscription
| Subscription type |
No subscription |
Performance
| Flight mode |
Y |
| Video call |
Y |
| Personal info management (PIM) |
Alarm clock, Calculator, Calendar, Events reminder, Notes, To-do list |
Display
| Orientation sensor |
Y |
| Touch technology |
Multi-touch |
Ergonomics
| Proximity sensor |
Y |
| Accelerometer |
Y |
| Ambient light sensor |
Y |
Navigation
| Position location |
Y |
| GLONASS |
Y |
| Wi-Fi positioning |
Y |
| GPS (satellite) |
Y |
Design
| Fingerprint reader |
Y |
| Form factor |
Bar |
Ports & interfaces
| USB connector type |
Micro-USB B |
| USB version |
2.0 |
| USB port |
Y |
Storage
| Internal storage capacity |
32 GB |
Software
| Operating system version |
4.4.4 |
Additionally
| Internal RAM |
2 GB |
| Battery performance |
1860 mAh |
11.938 cm (4.7 ") AMOLED 1280x720, 4G, Quad-core 1.8GHz, 12MP, 802.11a/ac/b/g/n, Bluetooth 4.0, Android 4.4.4, 115g, Silver
Premium metal frame
The first Samsung GALAXY smartphone with a genuine metal frame, the GALAXY ALPHA exudes luxury and sophistication. Fine crafting accentuates the premium look and feel of the metal frame.
Super slim
Slimmed down to only 6.7 mm, the GALAXY ALPHA features all the advanced technology of Samsung GALAXY phones and offers an excellent grip. Enjoy a sleek design and impressive capabilities all in one hand.
<b>Flagship experience</b>
Powered by new big. LITTLE multi processing technology, the GALAXY ALPHA offers the essential features of the GALAXY S5 – the HDR equipped camera, the fast autofocus, the fingerprint scanner, and S-health with its heart rate sensor.
<b>Power efficient</b>
Never miss important calls because of a dead battery. Ultra Power Saving mode dramatically reduces battery consumption by shutting down unnecessary functions, ensuring your phone is available when you need it.
<b>Easy web access with fingerprint log-in</b>
Do away with the hassle of memorising website IDs and passwords! Fingerprint Web Sign-in let you log in to password-protected websites with just a swipe of your finger.
<b>Protect your privacy</b>
Private mode keeps the personal information on your GALAXY ALPHA secure, hidden in a secret location that can only be accessed by the swipe of your finger.
