Samsung Galaxy XCover 5 4GB 64GB

Processor

This Samsung is powered by a Samsung Exynos 850 S5E3830 64-bit chip with a 2,0 GHz Quad-Core processor. With a thickness of 9.2 millimeters, the device is not too thick. This phone only weighs 0 grams.

IP68

An IP68 rating means that a phone is dust tight and can be submerged in water for extended periods of time without damage. This rating is determined by the International Electrotechnical Commission (IEC), which is an independent organization that sets standards for electrical and electronic technologies. The "6" in the IP68 rating indicates that the phone is completely dust tight, while the "8" indicates that it can be submerged in water for up to 30 minutes at a depth of 1.5 meters without any damage.

Camera

The Galaxy XCover 5 4GB 64GB has a 15,9 megapixel camera, it means that the camera is capable of capturing detailed images without the added cost and complexity of a higher megapixel count. This can be useful if you want to take high-resolution photos that you can zoom in on or crop without losing too much detail, but you don't need the very highest level of image quality. In general, having this amount of megapixels can provide a good balance of image quality and affordability. You can also use the 13 megapixel selfie camera for video calling, for example.

Pros

• 15,9 megapixel camera
• Not too thick with 9.2 millimeters
• One of the newest operating systems: Android 11
• HSDPA, LTE-A support for super fast internet
• A nice amount of RAM (4GB)
• IP68 certification
• Dust-proof and protected against submersion indefinitely
• MIL810G-certified: drop test consists in testing the resistance to shock of all the equipment surface: all faces, edges, and corners
• Dual SIM

Negatives

Call & data functions

The Samsung Galaxy XCover 5 4GB 64GB supports frequencies from international networks with which you can use the fastest LTE-A network. The speed of LTE-A is perfect for watching video on the go via your mobile network, where the speed is often even higher than the WiFi connection at home. Choose a large data package with this device. You can also connect via WiFi at home or at the office.

Dual-sim

A dual-SIM phone is a type of mobile device that has the ability to use two separate SIM cards. This allows the phone to be connected to two different mobile networks at the same time, which can be useful for a variety of reasons. For example, a dual-SIM phone can be used to have two different phone numbers on the same device, or to have a separate work and personal phone number. Dual-SIM phones can also be useful for people who travel frequently and need to use local SIM cards in different countries. Some dual-SIM phones have a physical slot for the second SIM card, while others use a virtual or eSIM.

Memory and connection options

The Samsung Galaxy XCover 5 4GB 64GB has 4096 MB of RAM (4 GB) and 64 GB internal storage . Expandable memory: MicroSD up to 256GB. There is a USB connection, you can use this to exchange data with your laptop or to charge your device. Connecting Bluetooth headsets or car kits is no problem.

With a storage of 64 GB you can go a bit ahead. You may need to clean your phone after a while. Furthermore, there are of course possibilities to expand storage in the cloud, such as with Google Drive or Dropbox.

Screen & operation

The phone is operated via the large 5,3 inch touchscreen.The Samsung Galaxy XCover 5 4GB 64GB can display up to a 16 millions colors. This screen has a resolution of 720 x 1600 pixels. With 331 pixels per inch, this Full HD screen is sharp and easy to read at a distance of 30 cm. It also takes less effort to look at it for a long time.

Operating system

Android 11 is a version of the Android operating system that was released in 2020. It includes a variety of new features and improvements, such as enhanced privacy and security, support for conversation bubbles, and new media controls.

Some of the key new features of Android 11 include:

• Improved privacy and security: Android 11 introduces new controls and features to help users manage their privacy and security. These include the ability to grant apps temporary access to sensitive data, such as location and microphone data, and a new "one-time permission" feature that allows users to grant apps access to sensitive data only once.
• Conversation bubbles: Android 11 introduces a new feature called "conversation bubbles" that allows users to keep their messaging apps visible and accessible while using other apps. This allows users to continue their conversations without switching between apps.
• Media controls: Android 11 includes new media controls that allow users to easily switch between different audio and video sources, such as headphones and speakers. The media controls appear in the quick settings panel, making it easy to access and control playback.
• Improved notifications: Android 11 introduces a new system for managing notifications, allowing users to group similar notifications together and prioritize important notifications. It also includes a new "conversation" section that shows all messaging notifications in one place.