Samsung Announces Galaxy S4 LTE-A

Samsung Galaxy S4Samsung today unveiled the Galaxy S4 LTE-A, a variant of its flagship device that supports LTE-Advanced (LTE-A) and billed as the “world’s first commercially available LTE-Advanced (LTE-A) smartphone.” Aside from supporting the much faster LTE-A connectivity, it is nearly identical to the Galaxy S4 except that it also packs a Qualcomm Snapdragon 800 processor that promises better performance than the 1.9GHz quad-core Qualcomm Snapdragon 600 or 1.6GHz octa-core Samsung Exynos processors found in the LTE models.

As the name implies, LTE-Advanced is an evolution of the current LTE (Long Term Evolution) technology. It promises data transmission rates twice those of LTE by leveraging carrier aggregation, an approach that combines different frequencies and uses them as one.

“Samsung maintains a unique position for delivering LTE innovations as a provider of the parts, devices and equipment required to deliver next generation 4G LTE services,” said JK Shin, CEO and President of IT & Mobile Communications Division at Samsung Electronics. “The introduction of the GALAXY S4 LTE-A demonstrates Samsung’s desire and ability to provide consumers with technological innovations that take advantage of increased network speeds to deliver richer and fuller experiences.”

Samsung GALAXY S4 LTE-A specifications:

  • Processor: 2.3GHz quad-core Qualcomm Snapdragon 800
  • Operating system: Google Android 4.2.2 Jelly Bean
  • Cellular connectivity: LTE-A
  • Other connectivity: GPS/GLONASS, 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac Wi-Fi, Bluetooth 4.0, NFC
  • Display: 5-inch Full HD (1080×1920/441PPI)
  • RAM: 2GB
  • Internal storage: 32GB
  • External storage: MicroSD cards up to 64GB
  • Rear-facing camera: 13MP AF with flash and zero shutter lag, BIS
  • Front-facing camera: 2MP with zero shutter lag, BIS
  • Connectors: 3.5mm audio jack, MHL 2.0
  • Battery: 2,600mAh
  • Dimensions: 136.6 × 69.8 × 7.9 millimeters
  • Weight: 131 grams
  • Colors: Blue Arctic and Red Aurora

The Samsung Galaxy S4 LTE-A will launch later this summer in Korea where networks already support LTE-A.

 

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Samsung LTE Leadership and Future-Focused Innovation Produces World’s First LTE-Advanced Smartphone

June 26, 2013

Breakthrough GALAXY S4 LTE-A doubles network connection speeds and reimagines the smartphone multimedia experience

SEOUL, Korea – June 26th, 2013 – Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd., a leader in mobile technology and digital solutions, today announced the GALAXY S4 LTE-A, accelerating smartphone expectations with advanced multimedia experiences and the fastest downloads, web browsing, multimedia streaming and applications loading. The world’s first commercially available LTE-Advanced (LTE-A) smartphone, Samsung’s GALAXY S4 LTE-A, combines technology innovations included in the highly acclaimed GALAXY S4 with new advanced features and twice-as-fast network speeds to produce an unparalleled multimedia experience.
“Samsung maintains a unique position for delivering LTE innovations as a provider of the parts, devices and equipment required to deliver next generation 4G LTE services,” said JK Shin, CEO and President of IT & Mobile Communications Division at Samsung Electronics. “The introduction of the GALAXY S4 LTE-A demonstrates Samsung’s desire and ability to provide consumers with technological innovations that take advantage of increased network speeds to deliver richer and fuller experiences.”
World’s First LTE-A Smartphone 
Samsung’s introduction of the GALAXY S4 LTE-A, the world’s first LTE Advanced-capable smartphone, is the latest expression of the company’s efforts in leading LTE technology. Samsung’s commitment to driving LTE adoption achieved its first milestone in 2010 with the launch of the Craft, the world’s first LTE feature phone, and continued in 2011 with the delivery of the Indulge, the world’s first LTE smartphone. In the last year, Samsung has also pioneered efforts to bring VoLTE network capabilities to users with the launch of the GALAXY S III LTE.
Doubled Network Speeds 
The GALAXY S4 LTE-A’s advanced network enables users to experience substantially faster speeds – double today’s LTE speeds – by leveraging carrier aggregation, an approach that combines different frequencies and uses them as one. With this groundbreaking technology, users can enjoy uninterrupted high-resolution streaming of their favorite shows and stronger, faster speeds when playing games, browsing the internet, and downloading files and applications.
Unmatched Multimedia Experience 
Featuring a powerful 2.3GHz quad core processor and a long-lasting 2,600mAh battery, and capable of accessing significantly faster network speeds, the GALAXY S4 LTE-A delivers an enriched multimedia experience to users. New features such as ImageON＊ – which analyzes images that users view, then identifies and plays videos related to the image with just one click – extend access to relevant content on the internet and create new ways to experience and interact with multimedia resources. A high resolution Digital Media Broadcasting＊ service delivers unparalleled clarity and viewing experiences for on-the-go consumption of live television programs or sporting events. In addition, the GALAXY S4 LTE-A is equipped with the same innovative features of the GALAXY S4 that help make daily life richer, simpler and more fun.
＊ImageON and a high resolution DMB are only available for the Korean version.
The GALAXY S4 LTE-A will be available this summer starting in Korea in two colors: Blue Arctic and Red Aurora. More color options will be available at a later date.
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