Samsung Electronics West Africa has confirmed that pre- registration for its latest smartphone devices, Galaxy S8 and S8+ commenced on Monday, April 10, 2917, prior to its availability in the Nigerian market.
Although these devices will not be available until May 5, 2017, Samsung loyalists and Smartphone enthusiasts have been given the opportunity to pre-order and be the first to get their hands on the 8th generation Galaxy S series.
In a press statement made available to BusinessDay, Samsung stated that customers who pre-register between April 10 and May 4, 2017, will get a free starter kit consisting of accessories for the S8 and S8+ “The starter kit will also be available to customers who purchase the smartphones between 5th and 7th of May.”
Successors to the S7 and S7 Edge, Samsung S8 and S8+ come with the most advanced Samsung technology, pushing the boundaries of traditional smartphones with seamless hardware design and a variety of new service offerings.
Paul Lee, Managing Director, Samsung Electronics West Africa, said that the new Galaxy S8 and S8+ are packed with the most refined experience to-date by combining the latest technology to deliver world-class quality and user experience.
“The new Samsung S8 and S8+are packed with a plethora of features that have set a new standard for the Samsung Galaxy series. The Infinity Display and bezel-less design form a smooth, continuous surface with no buttons or harsh angles. The result is a truly immersive viewing experience without distractions and makes multi-tasking more convenient”, Lee said.
According to him, “Samsung places a high premium on security in order to protect content in the devices. The Galaxy S8 and S8+ provide heightened security and privacy, with biometric authentication, including fingerprint scanner, iris scanning technology and facial recognition so users can quickly and effortlessly unlock their Galaxy S8 or S8+, offering users more authentication options that can be used interchangeably.”
The Galaxy S8 has a 5.8-inch display screen, while the Galaxy S8+ has a 6.2-inch screen. They also both feature Super AMOLED display, allowing for clearer videos and images with a resolution of 2960 x 1440 (Quad HD). Both devices are also water and dust (IP68)-resistant. Users do not have to worry about getting the device damaged when dropped in water, as deep as 1.5 metres, for up to 30 minutes.
The Samsung S8 and S8+ are equipped with an advanced8MP F1.7 Smart auto-focus front camera and 12MP F1.7 Dual Pixel rear camera for the best low-light, zoom and anti-blur photos with enhanced image processing. The camera sensor is refined for better image processing, which enables users to capture photographs and videos.
The devices are available in Midnight Black, Orchid Gray, and Maple Gold colours. To Pre-register for either of the devices; customers can visit galaxys8.ng and or select stores nationwide.
Jumoke Akiyode
