According to a recent report, Samsung has started rolling out a September security update for Galaxy A13, Galaxy A21s, and Galaxy M02.

For those unaware, Samsung released this security patch for its major mid-range smartphones last month. However, a few affordable smartphones did not receive the update. It is worth mentioning the patch is currently available to download in selected countries. Those who wish to know about the update and the availability can check the details below.

Update build version and availability

The September security patch arrives on Galaxy A13 with the build version ending in CWI3. It is currently available in Afghanistan, Egypt, Iraq, Israel, Lebanon, Morocco, Pakistan, Saudi Arabia, the UAE, Tunisia, and Turkey. On the other hand, the Galaxy A21s is receiving the update with the build version ending in DWI1, and it is available to download in Australia, Austria, Cambodia, Caucasus Countries, Fiji, Kazakhstan, Malaysia, New Zealand, Papua New Guinea, Russia, Thailand, Netherlands, Philippines, Ukraine, Uzbekistan, and Vietnam.

Lastly, the Galaxy M02 has received the update with the build version ending in BWH1. It is available to download in Indonesia, Malaysia, the Philippines, Thailand, and Vietnam.

Furthermore, the update fixes more than 60 security vulnerabilities found in the previous version of the update. This patch is majorly focused on the device’s security and stability. It is worth noting that the patch does not bring any new features or UI improvements. If you wish to upgrade the device to the latest version, you can head over to Settings > Software Update > Download and Install.

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Samsung is busy updating its vast portfolio of smartphones and tablets to Android 13. The brand has already released a stable version of Android-based One UI 5 to a sizable number of its mid-range, flagship, and budget devices. In the latest development, the Korean OEM is extending the Android 13 update to the Galaxy A13. This will be the first major software update for the affordable smartphone. Let’s look at the details.

The One UI 5 update for the Galaxy A13 is rolling out with the firmware version A135FXXU2BVL2. It includes all the new Android 13 features as well as the November 2022 patch that fixes many security vulnerabilities. As of writing this, the software is being seeded in multiple Asian and European countries, including Armenia, Azerbaijan, Croatia, France, Georgia, Germany, Ireland, Italy, Kazakhstan, Poland, Portugal, Serbia, Slovenia, Ukraine, the Czech Republic, and the UK.

As usual, Samsung is pushing the updates in batches, so it might take a couple of days before the update reaches every unit. If you own the Galaxy A13 and reside in the above-mentioned countries, you can manually check for the update by going to Settings, and selecting Software Update.

The Android 13-based update brings loads of new features and improvements with itself. There are some minor changes to the UI, including an expanded color Palette feature, bigger notifications icons, and better blur effects in the notifications area. The software also includes more quick setting toggles, Stacked Widgets, and improved lock screen customization.

To recall, the Galaxy A13 was launched earlier this year in March with an octa-core Exynos 850 processor. It sports a 6.6-inch LCD display with Corning Gorilla glass 5 protection. The handset features a quad camera setup on the back with a 50MP primary sensor, 5MP ultrawide lens, and 2MP macro and depth sensors.

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Samsung has been aggressively rolling out the Android 13 update for a number of its smartphone models. The company first began releasing the major update with its flagship phones and now two new affordable models have received this update. So here are all the details.

The South Korean tech giant is rolling out the update for the Galaxy M12 and the US variant of the Galaxy A13 5G model. For those unaware, the company had already rolled out the major Android software upgrade for the Galaxy A13 5G model in Europe, but now the model in the US is also receiving this update. On the other hand, the Galaxy M12 is also receiving the Android 13 OS update, but this roll out is strictly limited to Russia as of right now.

For the Galaxy A13 5G US variant, the company is bringing the new firmware version A136USQU3CVK9. This update also arrives with the November 2022 security patch as well. Although, it is unclear whether Samsung will expand expand the availability of this update to other carries as well by the end of the year since it is limited to the US cellular locked versions of the Galaxy A13 5G.

Meanwhile, the Galaxy M12 model is getting the firmware version up to M127FXXU3CVL2 along with the November 2022 security patch as well. So for those that own the two models in the US and Russia respectively, can head to Settings > Software update menu to manually check for the new major software update.

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Samsung announced the Galaxy A13 alongside the Galaxy A23 in March. The company is expected to debut a 5G variant of this phone called Galaxy A13 5G very soon. Also, a new variant of the original Galaxy A13 from a couple of months back is also in the news. Today, we get to learn the chipset that will be powering this version of the handset.

According to a retail source of GizPaw, the new variant of Galaxy A13 with model number SM-A137F will house a Mediatek Helio G80 chip. For the unaware, the original Galaxy A13 carrying model number SM-A137F comes powered by an Exynos 850 SoC.

This is not the first time Samsung will be re-releasing a smartphone with a different chipset. Galaxy A12, the predecessor of Galaxy A13, also went through a similar process last year.

The original Galaxy A12 debuted with a MediaTek Helio P35 SoC. But later, the South Korean tech giant introduced another version with an Exynos 850 chip.

Apart from the change in the chipset, the two variants of Galaxy A12 are identical. We expect the same for the Galaxy A13.

The new Galaxy A13 could be first announced in Europe alongside the Galaxy A13 5G. Unfortunately, it’s not known when that will happen but it should be sooner than later.

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Samsung is apparently planning on launching another smartphone from its Galaxy A series. The company had recently launched the Galaxy A13 and the Galaxy A23, but now, a new variant of the Galaxy A13 was listed on a certification site hinting at another model launching soon.

According to a MySmartPrice report, a new variant of the handset was spotted on Bluetooth SIG certification website. This device carries the model number SM-A137F, which means that its a new version of the Galaxy A13. As of right now, the South Korean tech giant’s has already released the Galaxy A13 5G and the Galaxy A13 4G as well. Unfortunately, we have no idea how the upcoming model will be different from the previously launched two devices.

Talking about the Galaxy A13, it sports a 6.6 inch Full HD+ IPS LCD panel that has a waterdrop notch on the front, with support for 90Hz refresh rate. Under the hood, the 4G model is equipped with a Exynos 850 SoC while the 5G variant arrives with a MediaTek Dimensity 700 processor. This chipset is paired with 6GB of RAM and up to 128GB of internal storage. The Galaxy A13 runs on Android 12 OS based One UI 4.1 out of the box.

On the rear, the smartphone features a 50 megapixel quad camera setup, while the rear houses a 5 megapixel selfie shooter. A large 5,000mAh battery pack powers the device, which also supports 15W fast charging as well. At the moment, it is unclear what new features the latest Galaxy A13 version may launch with, so stick around for more updates.

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The mid-range smartphone category in India is going through a growth phase. This segment in the country covers the phones selling in the range of ₹20,000-₹45,000. Therefore, earlier this week, Samsung announced its plans to conquer almost half of the mid-range smartphone market in the region.

A few days back, Samsung took wraps off five new Galaxy A series models for India. At the launch event in Bengaluru, Aditya Babbar, Senior Director and Marketing Head for Samsung India, revealed to the Deccan Herald (via SamMobile) that the South Korean electronics is hoping to capture 40% of the mid-range smartphone segment (₹20,000-₹45,000) in the country with the help of its new handsets.

According to Counterpoint Research, Samsung’s market share in India’s mid-range smartphone category stood at 28% in 2021. The company registered a growth of 87% YoY in this segment.

Since India is a price-sensitive market, brands have been pushing various financing options to attract consumers. Samsung introduced its own lending platform dubbed ‘Samsung Finance Plus’ three years ago. It is currently available in over 50,000 stores across India. Babbar disclosed that over 50% of this platform’s users are new to credit as they have never availed loans in their life.

The average selling price of smartphones in India increased in 2021 due to supply issues. At the same time, mid-range phones now offer more as well as diversified features targeting multiple audiences. This has resulted in the growth trajectory for the mid-range smartphone category in the region, and hence, every OEM wants a pie of it.

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After announcing the Galaxy S22 series of flagship phones, Samsung India is working on releasing its A-series of smartphones in the country. The company recently unveiled the Galaxy A53 5G. Fresh information shared by tipster Mukul Sharma reveals that the South Korean company will soon release the Galaxy A23 and Galaxy A13. Here’s what to expect from the two smartphones.

Samsung Galaxy A23 specifications for India

Sharma claimed that the Galaxy A23’s Indian variant will feature a 6.6-inch FHD+ display (LCD), Snapdragon 680 chipset, a 5,000mAh battery that supports 25W fast charging. It will come with an 8-megapixel front camera and a 50-megapixel + 5-megapixel + 2-megapixel + 2-megapixel quad-camera unit.

The device will come in variants such as 6 GB RAM + 128 GB storage and 8 GB RAM + 128 GB storage. It will be equipped with up to 8 GB of RAM+ (virtual RAM). The device measures 165.3 x 76.9 x 8.4mm and weighs 194 grams.

Samsung Galaxy A13 specifications for India

The Galaxy A13 heading to India will be equipped with a 6.6-inch FHD+ screen (LCD) and is powered by the Exynos 850 chipset. It will draw power from a 5,000mAh battery with 15W charging support. It will feature an 8-megapixel selfie camera and a 50-megapixel + 5-megapixel + 2-megapixel + 2-megapixel quad-camera setup.

The A13 will arrive in three configurations like 4 GB RAM + 64 GB storage, 4 GB RAM + 128 GB storage, and 6 GB RAM + 128 GB storage. It will also offer up to 6 GB of RAM+ and a 3.5mm audio jack. The device measures 165.1 x 76.1 x 8.8mm and weighs 195 grams. It will be available in four colors, such as black, white, blue, and peach.

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Yesterday, Samsung announced the Galaxy A53 5G in India. It appears that the company could be planning to announce the Galaxy A13 4G could be heading soon to the country. Ahead of the announcement, Pricebaba has teamed up with well-known tipster Mukul Sharma to reveal the Galaxy A13 4G’s variants and pricing.

Samsung Galaxy A13 price in India (rumored)

The new leak reveals that the Galaxy A13 4G will be arriving in three options in India, such as 4 GB RAM + 64 GB storage, 4 GB RAM + 128 GB storage, and 6 GB RAM + 128 GB storage. These models are likely to be priced at Rs 14,999 (~$196), Rs 15,999 (~$209), and Rs 17,499 (~$229), respectively, in the offline markets of India.

Samsung Galaxy A13 specifications

The Galaxy A13 has a 6.6-inch TFT screen with a teardrop notch. The screen offers a Full HD+ resolution of 1080 x 2408 pixels and comes with Gorilla Glass 5 protection. The smartphone runs on the latest Android 12 OS, which is overlaid with One UI 4.1.

The Exynos 850 chipset is present under the hood of the Galaxy A13 4G. As mentioned above, the A13 will come with 4 GB / 6 GB of RAM and 64 GB / 128 GB storage. For additional storage, the handset will offer users a dedicated microSD card slot. The device is backed by a 5,000mAh battery that supports 25W fast charging.

The A13 has an 8-megapixel camera for capturing selfies. The rear panel of the device has a 50-megapixel primary camera, a 5-megapixel ultrawide lens, a 2-megapixel depth sensor, and a 2-megapixel macro camera. For security, it has a side-facing fingerprint scanner and face unlock support. In global markets, the handset comes in four colors such as blue, peach, white, and black.

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Although Samsung’s Galaxy S series has the most marketing promo throughout the year, Samsung’s true bestsellers of the year have always been its budget and mid-range Galaxy A series. Leaks, rumours and electronics safety certifications of the upcoming Samsung Galaxy A33, A53 and A73 devices have been spotted in the wild for the past few weeks, hinting at an imminent launch, and today one leak finally revealed when we will finally see the 2022 Samsung Galaxy A series come to market.

The leak comes from the industry-famous leakster, evleaks on Twitter, sharing a promo poster for upcoming Samsung’s Galaxy A event. It seems that Samsung is planning to debut its latest 2022 Samsung Galaxy A series smartphone lineup on March 17, 2022, which is next Thursday, via Samsung.com. For context, last year’s Samsung Galaxy A52 and A72 were also launched globally on March 17 as well.

The poster does not mention or address any highlights of the 2022 Samsung Galaxy A series directly, but instead through the subtle means of graphic design. From the clipart teasers on the poster, we can deduce that several highlights of the Samsung Galaxy A series include an improved screen and camera from its predecessor, improved low-light photography capabilities and water resistance for the 2022 Galaxy A lineup.

As the highlight of the event this year would be the Samsung Galaxy A33, A53 and A73, Samsung actually decided to quietly launch the entry-level Samsung A series devices, the Samsung Galaxy A13 and A23 last week. Despite being entry-level smartphones, these 2 devices actually have a lot to offer for buyers who aren’t willing to break the bank.

Both the Samsung Galaxy A13 and A23 feature enhanced durability with Corning Gorilla Glass 5 protection for the front display(the same one used on the Galaxy Note 9), a long-lasting 5000mAh battery, faster 25W charging support(same as the standard flagship Galaxy S22) compared to last year’s 15W found on the Galaxy A12 and A22, and upgraded cameras. If Samsung’s entry-level devices this year already have this much to offer, it would be interesting to see what the company has to offer in its 2022 mid-range offerings.

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As the hype for the latest Samsung Galaxy S22 flagship series cools down, Samsung is right on schedule to release its best-selling Galaxy A series to the market in 2022 as well. Today, Samsung officially unveiled its brand new entry-level smartphones, the Samsung Galaxy A13 4G and A23 4G to the public.

Let’s start with the highlights. Both the Samsung Galaxy A13 4G and A23 4G feature enhanced durability with Corning Gorilla Glass 5 protection for the front display(the same one used on the Galaxy Note 9), a long-lasting 5000mAh battery, faster 25W charging support compared to last year’s 15W, and upgraded cameras.

Samsung Galaxy A13 4G

Despite bearing a similar name to the Samsung Galaxy A13 5G launched last year, besides the connectivity, the Samsung Galaxy A13 4G actually has upgraded internals compared to the A13 5G.

The Samsung Galaxy A13 features a 6.6” FHD+ TFT LCD display with a refresh rate of 60Hz. Powering the phone is a 5000mAh battery with 25W fast charging support and an unnamed octa-core processor (2.2GHz + 2GHz) under the hood(though previous Geekbench listings showed that the device was running on an Exynos 850). The device runs on Samsung’s latest One UI 4.1 based on Android 12.

For the back, the Samsung Galaxy A13 features a quad-camera setup with a 50MP f/1.8 main sensor, 8MP ultra-wide, and 2MP macro and depth sensors. The selfie camera houses an 8MP f/2.2 unit. 

The device weighs 195g, with dimensions of 165.1 x 76.4 x 8.8 mm and its housing is made of Samsung’s polycarbonate “glasstic” material. The phone comes in 4 pastel colours which are blue, peach, white and black.

It is available to be purchased in 3/4/6GB RAM + 32/64/128GB configurations.

Samsung Galaxy A23 4G

The Samsung Galaxy A23 is the successor to last year’s Samsung Galaxy A22. The big difference between it and its predecessor is the screen. Where the Samsung Galaxy A22 featured a 6.4” 60Hz HD+ AMOLED panel, the Samsung Galaxy A23 comes with a 6.6” 60Hz FHD+ TFT LCD panel. 

Under the hood, the device runs on an unnamed octa-core processor with a base clock of 1.9GHz and a boost clock of 2.4GHz(Recent certifications mention the device running a Snapdragon 680). Keeping the lights on are its 5000mAh with upgraded 25W USB-C super fast charging support. The device runs on Samsung’s latest One UI 4.1 based on Android 12.

The device sports a quad-camera setup with a 50MP f/1.8 main sensor, 8MP ultra-wide, and 2MP macro and depth sensors. The selfie camera houses an 8MP f/2.2 unit. You’ll find the fingerprint scanner on the power button to your right and a microSD card slot for expandable storage.

The device weighs 195g, with dimensions of 165.4 x 76.9 x 8.44 mm and its housing is made of Samsung’s polycarbonate “glasstic” material. The Galaxy A23 also features Gorilla Glass 5 at the front for enhanced durability. The phone comes in 4 pastel colours which are blue, peach, white and black.

It is available to be purchased in 4/6/8GB RAM + 64/128GB configurations.

Samsung mentions that the availability of both the Samsung Galaxy A13 and A23 devices will be rolled out gradually across global markets in 2022, and RAM and storage configurations may differ between countries and regions across the globe.

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Samsung is reportedly working on a couple of new A-series of smartphones such as Galaxy A13 4G, Galaxy A23 5G, Galaxy A33 5G, Galaxy A53 5G, and Galaxy A73 5G. Tipster Techinsider Blog has claimed that the South Korean tech giant will hold a launch event this month to announce a new A-series of smartphones. It is unclear whether all the above-mentioned phones will debut this month. Winfuture.de has shared the leaked press renders of the Galaxy A13 and Galaxy A33 to showcase their design.

Samsung Galaxy A13 4G design, specifications

The Galaxy A13 4G will feature a 6.6-inch PLS LCD panel that offers an FHD+ resolution of 1080 x 2408 pixels and a refresh rate of 90Hz. The display notch accommodates an 8-megapixel selfie camera. Its rear camera setup has a 48-megapixel primary camera, 5-megapixel ultrawide lens, and a pair of 2-megapixel cameras for depth and macro shots.

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The Exynos 850 will power the A134G with 4 GB of RAM. It will come with 64 GB of native storage and a microSD card slot. The device will house a 5,000mAh battery that supports 15W charging. It will be priced at 200 euros. In the leaked renders, it can be seen in back, white, and blue colors.

Samsung Galaxy A33 5G design, specifications

The Galaxy A33 5G appears to be an inferior version of the Galaxy A53 5G. It has a 6.4-inch OLED FHD+ 90Hz display and it is powered by the upcoming Exynos 1200 chip. It has 6 GB of RAM and 128 GB of built-in storage.

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The device houses a 5,000mAh battery. The report has no information on the front and rear cameras of the device. It may cost under 400 euros. The renders show that it may come in black, white, blue, and orange colors.

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Samsung is reportedly working on the launch of the Galaxy A13 4G. To recall, the company unveiled the Galaxy A13 5G in December 2021 and now its 4G variant is expected to launch soon. A fresh leak by Appuals has leaked key details like variants, color options, and pricing of the Galaxy A13 4G.

The new leak reveals that the Galaxy A13 4G will be arriving in three variants such as 3 GB RAM + 32 GB storage, 4 GB RAM + 64 Gb storage, and 4 GB RAM + 128 GB storage. These variants are likely to cost 180 euros (~$204), 200 euros (~$227), and 220 euros (~$250), respectively. The handset will come in colors such as black, white, and light blue.

Samsung Galaxy A13 4G specifications (rumored)

The Galaxy A13 4G has bagged multiple certifications such as FCC, BIS, and Bluetooth SIG. It has also appeared at the Geekbench benchmarking site. These findings have revealed that the Galaxy A13 4G will be equipped with Exynos 850, 3 GB of RAM, and the latest Android 12 OS. It is likely to house a 5,000mAh battery, which may carry support for a 15W charger.

It will come equipped with dual-band Wi-Fi and Bluetooth 5.0. A leaked image of its back panel that had surfaced recently revealed that it will be equipped with a quad-camera setup, a USB-C port, and a 3.5mm audio jack. The other phones of the phone are yet to be confirmed.

Samsung Galaxy A13 5G specifications

The Galaxy A13 5G offers a 6.5-inc HD+ LCD screen that offers a 90Hz refresh. It has a 5-megapixel front camera and a 50-megapixel (main) + 2-megapixel (depth) + 2-megapixel (macro) triple camera unit. The Dimensity 700 powered device comes with 4 GB of RAM, 64 GB of storage, and a 5,000mAh battery with 15W charging. It has a side-facing fingerprint scanner.

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Samsung is apparently gearing up to launch a number of smartphones in India. A new certification listing has revealed that the new models will be from the company’s mid range of Galaxy A and M series of devices.

The news was shared by @i_hsay on Twitter who shared a BIS certification list of all the smartphones’ model numbers. Looking at this list, we can we model numbers of the Galaxy A13 (SM-A135F/DS), Galaxy A53 5G (SM-A536E/DS), Galaxy A33 5G (SM-A336E/DS), and even Galaxy M33 5G (SM-M336BU/DS) as well. Furthermore, another Twitter user revealed that the South Korean tech giant has also started the firmware development of the Galaxy M33 5G.

In other words, the Indian launch of the above mentioned devices is near, especially considering that they have received BIS certification. Unfortunately, the BIS listing doesn’t reveal any launch details regarding the upcoming smartphones. But previously, we had covered a report that claimed that the Samsung Galaxy A33 and Galaxy A13 will launch in India sometime in February 2022. Meanwhile, it is believed that the Galaxy A53 will also launch in the first quarter of this year as well.

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Recently, Samsung announced the Galaxy A13 5G in the US as its most affordable 5G smartphone in the country. There’s also a 4G variant of this device, which is expected to go official very soon. Ahead of that, we get to learn about its chipset.

According to Geekbench (via SamMobile), the upcoming 4G version of Samsung Galaxy A13 with model number SM-A135F will be powered by an in-house Exynos 850 SoC. The listing shows the device with 3GB RAM but there could be other memory variants as well.

For the unaware, the Galaxy A12 initially debuted with a MediaTek Helio P35 chipset. However, due to the ongoing global semiconductor shortage, Samsung re-released the phone with an Exynos 850 chip in some markets.

Hence, the Galaxy A13 will not be an upgrade over its predecessor in terms of performance. Anyway, it will ship with Android 12 (most likely One UI Core 4.0), unlike the Galaxy A13 5G that runs Android 11.

Unfortunately, we don’t have any further details about this handset, except that it is currently under production in India. We cannot speculate the features of the 4G model based on the 5G version as Samsung is known for offering a different set of specs on the two.

Having said that, we expect to learn more about the 4G variant of Galaxy A13 before its official announcement in the coming days.

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Samsung has quietly unveiled the Galaxy A13 5G in the US. The device is currently the most affordable 5G smartphone from the South Korean tech giant in the country. It is the successor to Galaxy A12, which is limited to 4G connectivity.

Samsung Galaxy A13 5G Specifications and Features

The newly announced Galaxy A13 5G looks like the Galaxy A32. It measures 164.5 x 76.5 x 8.8mm in dimensions and weighs 195g.

The handset sports a 6.5-inch LCD panel on the front with a resolution of 1600 x 720 pixels and a 90Hz refresh rate. The dewdrop notch (Infinity-V) on the top houses a 5MP camera for selfies and video calls. Whereas, on the back, it houses a triple camera setup consisting of a 50MP primary sensor, 2MP macro snapper, and a 2MP depth sensor.

The variant for the US is powered by a MediaTek Dimensity 700 SoC paired with 4GB RAM and 64GB storage with support for MicroSD card expansion. There’s also NFC to utilize Samsung Pay. These features will differ by country.

Connectivity options on the phone include sub-6GHz 5G, dual-band WiFi, Bluetooth, USB Type-C port, and a 3.5mm headphone jack. The remaining specs comprise a side-mounted fingerprint sensor, single speaker, Android 11, 5,000mAh battery, and 15W charging.

Samsung Galaxy A13 5G Price and Availability

The Samsung Galaxy A13 5G is priced at $249.99 in the US. It will be sold online by AT&T and Samsung.com starting December 3. The handset will be also available through T-Mobile from January 2022.

Interestingly, the smartphone does not ship with a wall charger and a pair of earphones in the US.

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Samsung is expected to launch the Galaxy A13 5G soon as it has already passed multiple certifications. Now, news broke that the 4G variant of the same device may also launch soon as the company has started the initial production for the phone. In fact, a piece of news touts that Samsung has started the production for the Samsung Galaxy A13 4G in India itself.

According to 91Mobiles, Samsung has begun the production of the 4G units in its Greater Noida factory in India. Rumors are rife that the phone will come with a plastic body featuring a glossy finish. Unlike the upcoming 5G version, the 4G version will have a quadruple camera system placed vertically at the back.

The smartphone will come with a USB Type-C port for charging, which hints for a fast charging support on the phone. And, it will have a 3.5mm headphone jack and a speaker grille at the bottom. It will have the power button and the volume rocker on the right spine.

Apart from this, there’s no other information about the device but since the device has made it to the leaks, we expect the renders of the 4G version to appear soon.

Samsung Galaxy A13 5G Specifications(Expected)

In related news, the Samsung Galaxy A13 5G is slated to launch soon in select markets. Recently the smartphone passed multiple certifications andit was learned that it will be come powered by the MediaTek Dimensity 700 SoC. It will be pairedwith a 4GB or 6GB of RAM and 64GB or 128GB of onboard storage.

The device is expected to feature a 6.48-inch LCD display with an FHD+ resolution. It will come equipped with a triple camera system with a 50MP primary lens, a 5MP ultra-wide sensor, and a 2MP depth sensing lens. Under the roof, it will house a 5,000mAh battery with a support for 25W fast charging technology.

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Samsung Galaxy A13 launch date may not be far away. The recent reports have spilt a lot of information about the successor device for the Galaxy A12, which went official in November 2020. Now, GizNext has leaked the official renders of the A13 to reveal its design.

The Galaxy A12 sported a waterdrop notch display, a side-facing fingerprint scanner, and a square-shaped camera module. The Galaxy A13 renders show that it will retain the front design but sport a vertical triple camera unit.

The left edge of the device is fitted with a SIM tray slot, whereas its opposite side has a volume rocker and a power button, which is integrated with a fingerprint sensor. As per reports, the smartphone will come in multiple hues such as black, white, blue, and orange.

Samsung Galaxy A13 specifications (Rumored)

The Galaxy A13 5G will sport a 6.48-inch IPS LCD panel that produces an FHD+ resolution. It is unclear whether the device will support a high refresh rate. For selfies, it will offer an 8-megapixel front camera, and its back panel will a 50-megapixel primary camera, a 2-megapixel depth sensor, and a 2-megapixel macro shooter.

The A13 will be driven by the Dimensity 700. It is speculated that the company may also introduce a 4G variant of the device. The 5G edition is expected to arrive in options like 4 GB RAM + 64 GB storage, 6 GB RAM + 128 GB storage, and 8 GB RAM + 128 GB storage. It will run on One UI 3.1 based Android 11. The handset may draw power from a 5,000mAh battery that supports 15W fast charging.

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Samsung Galaxy A13 is likely to launch soon. The reason behind it is that it has bagged approval from the FCC authority in the US. The FCC listing confirms its marketing name, and it also reveals its charging capabilities.

The below-shown image found in the FCC listing shows that the Samsung phone with Galaxy A13 5G has an SM-A136U model number. The SM-A136U1 and SM-A136DL are some additional model numbers that are associated with the phone.

Other documents from the FCC listing also reveals that it will carry support for 15W fast charging. The handset measures 164.5 x 76.5 x 8.9mm.

Past reports have revealed that the Galaxy A13 5G will feature a 6.48-inch IPS LCD display that produces a Full HD+ resolution. It could be powered by the Dimensity 700 chipset. It is likely to arrive in multiple variants such as 4 GB RAM + 64 GB storage, 6 GB RAM + 128 GB storage, and 8 GB RAM + 128 GB storage.

The device will come preinstalled with Android 11 OS and One UI 3.1. For selfies, it may feature an 8-megapixel front camera. The rear camera setup of the phone may house a 50-megapixel primary camera, a 2-megapixel depth sensor, and a 2-megapixel macro sensor. For security, it could be fitted with a fingerprint scanner.

The Galaxy A13 5G is likely to house a 5,000mAh battery. It may come in colors like black, white, blue, and orange. It is likely to be priced at around $250. Since the Galaxy A12 debuted this month last year, it is likely that the South Korean brand may unleash the A13 later this month.

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Samsung is working on a device called Galaxy A13 5G It is expected to be the company’s most affordable 5G smartphone to date. In the past few days, we learned about the existence of this handset along with some of its features. Today, the phone appears on Geekbench confirming the chipset powering it.

The upcoming Samsung Galaxy A13 5G with model number SM-A136U has been listed on Geekbench. According to it, the device will house a MediaTek Dimensity 700 SoC.

Further, the variant that got benchmarked has 4GB RAM. However, we can expect versions with more RAM. Lastly, the listing confirms that the handset will arrive with Android 11.

As per previous reports, the Galaxy A13 5G will sport a 50MP primary camera. It could come with a 50 Samsung ISOCELL JN1 sensor, which is found on Redmi 10 (aka Redmi 10 Prime).

Apart from that, the phone is said to draw energy from a 5,000mAh battery. Although its charging speed is not known, we can expect it to support 15W like most Samsung budget smartphones.

The South Korean tech giant may announce the Galaxy A13 5G before the end of 2021. However, the device will most likely see a wider availability in early 2022.

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The Galaxy A22 5G is currently the most affordable 5G smartphone from Samsung. At the end of August, news broke out that the upcoming Galaxy A13 5G will soon take on this mantle. The source that shared this information is now back again with more details about the successor of Galaxy A12.

The existence of Galaxy A13 5G was revealed by GalaxyClub. According to the publication, this handset will bear the model number SM-A136B. A new report by the same publication has now revealed the camera and battery specs of the phone.

According to the latest report by GalayClub, the forthcoming Galaxy A13 5G will arrive with a 50MP primary camera. Unfortunately, the exact sensor is not known.  Anyway, going by the recent budget smartphones like Redmi 10 with a 50MP Samsung ISOCELL JN1 sensor, the Galaxy A13 5G may also have the same sensor.

Further, the device is said to be backed by a 5,000mAh battery. It is common for budget smartphones to feature a larger battery. Even the Galaxy A12 had the same amount of battery.

Apart from these two specifics, we know nothing about the Galaxy A13 5G at the moment. However, we expect to learn more about this handset in the coming days.

Samsung may unveil the Galaxy A13 5G before the end of 2021. But the phone will most likely hit the shelves in early 2022.

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At present, the Galaxy A22 5G is the cheapest 5G phone from the brand. Fresh information shared by GalaxyClub.nl reveals that Samsung is now working on a new A-series smartphone called the Galaxy A13 5G, which will be succeeding the Galaxy A12 from last year. The publication claims that it will be debuting as the most affordable 5G phone from Samsung.

Nothing much is known on the specifications of the Galaxy A13 5G. The publication has revealed that its model number is SM-A136B. The A22 5G was introduced with a pricing of 229 euros. Hence, there is a possibility that the A13 5G could be priced under 200 euros (~$236).

The Galaxy A12 was announced in December 2020. Hence, it is likely that its successor will be breaking cover by the end of this year or early 2022. Hopefully, the rumor mill will spill more information on the device in the coming weeks.

Samsung Galaxy A12 specifications

The Galaxy A12 has a 6.5-inch LCD panel that offers an HD+ resolution. It is powered by the Helio P35 chipset and up to 6 GB of RAM. The device offers up to 128 GB of internal storage. It is backed by a 5,000mAh battery that supports 15W fast charging.

The A12 has a front camera of 8-megapixel. Its rear shell has a 48-megapixel primary camera, a 5-megapixel ultrawide lens, a 2-megapixel macro camera, and a 2-megapixel depth assist lens.

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