Samsung launches the budget Galaxy J2 Core with 4G LTE in the Philippines

In partnership with Smart, Samsung launched the Galaxy J2 Core in the Philippines. It's the company's first Android Oreo (Go edition) smartphone with 4G LTE connectivity.

Meet Galaxy J2 Core

Budget 4G Samsung phone

The Samsung Galaxy J2 Core is one of the few Android Oreo (Go edition) smartphone with 4G LTE connectivity. The Exynos 7570 quad-core processor of Samsung is a 4G ready chipset. As we all know, 4G LTE is faster than 3G. It will allow you to experience faster mobile internet speeds.

Moreover, the J2 Core is bundled with a Smart SIM with FREE 1GB of data for 3 days after SIM activation. You can also redeem another 1GB of FREE data after loading at least PHP 100 within a three days after activating your SIM.

The features of J2 Core

The J2 Core also has a 5-inch TFT LCD with qHD resolution, 1GB RAM, 8GB expandable storage, and 2,600mAh battery. This device also has an 8MP f/2.2 sensor with LED flash and a 5MP selfie shooter.

Like what we stated earlier, it loads with the optimized Android 8.1 Oreo (Go edition), users can experience smooth performance and the lightweight Android Go apps.

Samsung Galaxy J2 Core Specs

Display: 5-inch TFT screen w/ qHD 960 x 540 resolution at 220 ppi

CPU: 1.4GHz 64-bit Exynos 7570 quad-core processor

GPU: Mali-T720 MP1

RAM: 1GB

ROM: 8GB expandable via microSD card slot

Main Camera: 8MP f/2.2 w/ AF and LED flash

Selfie Camera: 5MP f/2.2

Battery: 2,600mAh

OS: Android 8.1 Oreo (Go edition)

Connectivity: WiFi b/g/n, 700MHz 4G LTE, Bluetooth 4.2 LE, FM Radio, GPS, GLONASS, BeiDou, dual SIM

Sensors: Accelerometer, proximity

Others: Colors: gold

Dimensions: 143.4 x 72.1 x 8.9 mm

Weight: 154 g

Price: PHP 4,990

Price and availability

The Samsung Galaxy J2 Core is priced at just PHP 4,990. It is available at your nearest Smart provider and Memoxpress stores.

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