Samsung Galaxy J7 Pro Smart Postpaid Plan Bundles, Now Available

For those who now thinking about getting the fairly powerful Samsung Galaxy J7 Pro to be new mobile companion: You might want to consider grabbing the device via Smart Postpaid Plans so you can maximize the smartphone's features through the MVP-company's leading services and innovations.

Coinciding the nationwide launch of the Korean Giant's new midrange handset here in the Philippines, Smart Communications today unveiled its official Samsung Galaxy J7 Pro Smart Postpaid Bundles, which don't just let you pay the handset via installment but also lets you enjoy Smart's fast and reliable mobile data connection on the go.

To get Samsung Galaxy J7 Pro through Smart Postpaid, simply add Php 600 per month to your preferred Postpaid Plan. This is comes with a 30-month contract and is only applicable to Line-only Postpaid Plans 399 to 2999.

With this deal, the total value for the handset will be Php 18,000, which is Php 2,000 more than its suggested retail price upon launch. But then, you have to consider that the payment will be done in small portions within the contract period and applications that will be approved on or before July 31, 2017 will come with free Samsung Level Active Headset worth Php 3,099, which more than covers the additional amount.

For budget-conscious students and yuppies, I recommend Smart Postpaid Plan 399 which comes with 3GB Data Allocation per month, 20 minutes of all-net calls, Unlimited all-net texts, and Free Facebook Messenger, Whatsapp, and Viber. If you can pay a bit more, go for Smart Postpaid Plan 599 that offers 5GB Data per month, 30 minutes of all-net calls, Unlimited all-net texts, plus Free Facebook Messenger, Whatsapp, and Viber.

Metal-clad Samsung Galaxy J7 Pro is the Korean Giant's answer to popular selfie-centric Android smartphones by leading Chinese handset brands that have taken over the Philippine market. SGJ7Pro features a 5.5-inch Full HD SuperAMOLED display, a 13 MegaPixel PDAF f/1.7 rear camera that's crafted to perform well in low light settings, a 13 MegaPixel f/1.9 front cam with Soft LED flash that delivers clear and crisp selfies in low to zero lighting conditions, Dual SIM Capability, 4G LTE support, and a rather large 3,600 mAh non-removable battery pack.

Inside, this sleek handset runs its TouchWiz-skinned Android 7.0 Nougat operating system with a 64-Bit Octa Core 1.6 GHz ARM Cortex-A53 and Mali-T830 MP2 GPU based Exynos 7870 Octa chipset, has 3GB of RAM for multi-tasking, and comes with 32GB of internal storage that can easily be augmented using the microSD memory expansion slot.

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Samsung Galaxy J7 Pro vs OPPO F3 Specs Comparison Review, Price Fight in the Philippines

The Korean Giant's 2017 mid-level powerhouse release Samsung Galaxy J7 Pro is now up for pre-order in the Philippines and will officially become available in stores across the country come July 15, 2017. Once that model lands, it will go head to head with the very popular OPPO F3 Selfie Expert, which is the best-selling upper midrange smartphone in the Philippines for the first half of 2017.

For those who are currently trying to decide which of these two to get with their Php 15,990, which is the exact official suggested retail price of either models, I made this blog entry for you.

To make it easier for all of us to spot the key differences between these two midrange selfie-centric handsets, let's check out the TechPinas Smartphone Technical Specifications Comparison Table below:

Dimensions

OPPO F3 measures 153.3 x 75.2 x 7.3 mm while Samsung Galaxy J7 Pro has dimensions of 152.4 x 74.7 x 7.9 mm. OPPO's phone is slimmer while the Samsung's offering has a smaller footprint -- both by a bit. I'd say they're pretty even in this department.

Design and Construction

Both handsets flaunt a real metal shell and an overall aesthetic that's frankly reminiscent of the Apple iPhone. Which one looks better? It depends on the user's preference. Though, I want to note that the J7 Pro does have a unique looking U-shape antenna band design at the back, which - for me - makes it appear more interesting.

Display Quality

OPPO F3 and Samsung Galaxy J7 Pro both have similar 5.5-inch screen with Full HD resolution. In terms of size and pixel density (clarity), they're practically the same. Make makes them different is the display type. The Galaxy release feature's Samsung's very own SuperAMOLED display while the OPPO handset has IPS. Both look good in various viewing angles but SuperAMOLED has more vibrant colors with greater saturation while IPS shows more realistic hues, which some consumers might prefer.

Rear Camera

On paper, this is an area where the Galaxy J7 Pro can have clear superiority over its rival largely because of its 13 MegaPixel PDAF camera's very wide f/1.7 aperture, which allows it to perform very well in low light conditions. I'd love to try the camera first, though, to confirm this since software is also essential in boosting a cameraphone's low light capabilities.

Front-Facing Selfie Camera

The key-selling point of the OPPO F3 is its Dual Front-Facing Camera module which is comprised of a 16 MegaPixel autofocus f/2.0 lens plus an 8 MegaPixel fixed focus wide-angle f/2.4 optic; A Set-up that comes in handy for taking both standard selfies and groufies. Samsung Galaxy J7 Pro, on the other hand, has a 13 MegaPixel f/1.9 front cam with Soft LED flash that boosts its performance in low to zero lighting conditions. While I think both phones have stellar Beautification Modes for selfies, I personally believe OPPO F3 would be a finer choice for users who particularly enjoy taking photos of themselves alone or with their friends and loved ones; This is largely because of the Dual Camera module makes the Chinese handset maker's phone more flexible for this purpose. Also, it has bright screen flash which can somehow compensate for a lack of a Soft LED front-flash.

Internal Hardware and Gaming Performance

Apart from the selfie-camera set-up, this is an area where OPPO F3 is obviously superior to the Samsung Galaxy J7 Pro. The Chinese model's innards include the 64-Bit Octa Core ARM Cortex A53 based MediaTek MT6750T processor, 4GB of RAM, and 64GB of expandable storage. In comparison, the Korean release has a 64-Bit Octa Core ARM Cortex A53 based Exynos 7870 Octa chipset and just 3GB of RAM plus 32GB of expandable storage. I don't have to tell you which one would give you smoother multitasking experience and more storage space for your files. Also, OPPO F3 - on paper - should be able to deliver better 3D gaming performance with its more powerful Mali-T860 MP2 GPU versus just Mali-T830 MP2 inside the Samsung Galaxy J7 Pro.

Battery Size

The Samsung Galaxy J7 Pro is the winner in this department - albeit not by much - as it has a 3,600 mAh Li-Ion battery versus just 3,200 mAh powering the OPPO F3. What's interesting to find out, though, is if J7 Pro can indeed last longer with regular use. We have to remember that uptime is also a function of the processor's energy efficiency apart from the battery capacity.

Notable Similar Features

Both handsets are equipped with a Fingerprint Scanner for quickly unlocking the interface with but a touch of a finger, a dedicated microSD card slot so the user won't have to sacrifice Dual SIM capability to get more storage space, Full HD 30fps video recorder, and 4G LTE support.

So based on their specs alone, which handset is a better purchase at Php 15,990?

It's a mixed bag, really. Studying their specs sheets, it would be hard to say which model is clearly superior across the board compared to the other. Samsung Galaxy J7 Pro sports a rear camera with wider aperture that's supposed to perform better in low light plus it has a larger battery pack. On top of that, some users might prefer its brilliant SuperAMOLED display over IPS. But we also have to consider that OPPO F3 has a Dual Front Facing camera, which should be more powerful and flexible in snapping selfies and groufies plus it has a far better set of internal hardware that ensures a butter smooth mobile experience. As a wrap-up, I'd say that it's good that the two phones have their own unique strengths and main selling points so the consumer just needs to weigh which specs and features are more important to him or her when making the big decision.

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Samsung Galaxy J7 Pro Philippines Price, Release Date, Specs, Press Photos

Here's another upcoming Android smartphone that my cousin and I saw at SM Manila CyberZone last Friday - June 23, 2017.

Samsung Galaxy J7 Pro, which is now available for pre-order at Samsung Concept Stores and select partner retailers across the Philippines - is a midrange handset with a svelte real-metal shell and good selfie-centric features.

According to the sales representative that I talked to regarding this model, the SGJ7Pro will sell for Php 15,990, which puts it in direct competition with a handful of mid-level Android releases by Chinese brands, to be specific OPPO and Vivo.

For that amount, consumers can already get a well-designed daily driver with a decent set of technical specifications and fairly reliable imaging capabilities.

Looks-wise, the handset flaunts a design language that's similar to other J-Series models this year. The phone's unibody shell is crafted from anodized aluminum and the face is 2.5D Curved Scratch-Resistant glass. At the back, you'll find U-shaped antenna bands along with the small oblong camera module, which serve as identifying physical characteristics of this line.

As for specs, Samsung Galaxy J7 Pro is equipped with a 5.5-inch Full HD SuperAMOLED display panel, a 13 MegaPixel PDAF f/1.7 rear camera with LED flash, 13 MegaPixel f/1.9 front cam with Soft LED flash and Beautification Mode, Dual SIM Dual Standby capability, 4G LTE support, and a non-removable 3,600 mAh Li-Ion battery pack.

Inside, this device runs its TouchWiz-flavored Android 7.0 Nougat operating system with a 64-Bit Octa Core 1.6 GHz ARM Cortex-A53 and Mali-T830 MP2 GPU based Exynos 7870 Octa chipset, has 3GB of RAM for multi-tasking, and comes with 32GB of internal storage that can easily be augmented using the microSD memory expansion slot.

Just from looking at its technical specifications - to be specific, the SuperAMOLED display, the wide aperture front and back cameras, and the large storage space, Samsung Galaxy J7 Pro - I believe - is a pretty compelling offer at its price point. Of course, you also have to consider how good it looks.

For those who are interested, SGJ7Pro should be up for purchase at online stores and malls across the archipelago starting next month, July 2017. I was told that the smartphone will be out in two colors, namely, Black and Gold.

TechPinas Smartphone Technical Specs Table (TSTST)Name : Samsung Galaxy J7 Pro
Type : Slate Form Factor (Full Touchscreen)
Price Category : Midrange
Dimensions : 152.4 x 74.7 x 7.9 mm
Weight : 169 grams (TBC)
Available Colors : Gold, Black
Operating System : Android 7.0 Nougat with TouchWiz Interface
Display : 5.5 inches (~73.3% screen-to-body ratio), 1080 x 1920 pixels (~401 ppi pixel density), SuperAMOLED Display, capacitive touchscreen, 16M colors
Processor : 64-Bit Octa Core 1.6 GHz ARM Cortex-A53, Mali-T830 MP2 GPU, Exynos 7870 Octa chipset
RAM : 3GB RAM
Internal Storage : 32GB ROM, expandable ~ dedicated microSD card slot supporting up to 256GB
Camera : Back: 13 MegaPixels, f/1.7 aperture, phase detection autofocus (PDAF), LED flash
Front: 13 MegaPixels, f/1.9 aperture, Soft LED flash
Video Capture : Full HD 1080p 30 frames per second
Audio and Video Playback : MP3, WAV, eAAC+, FLAC, MP4, H.264
Ports : microUSB 2.0, USB On-The-Go, 3.5 mm audio jack
Connectivity : Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n, Wi-Fi Direct, DLNA, Wi-Fi hotspot, Bluetooth 4.1 with A2DP, LE, EDR, 3G HSPA+; 4G LTE Cat6
GPS : A-GPS, GLONASS
FM Radio : TBD
Sensors : Accelerometer, Digital Compass, Proximity, Digital Gyroscope, Fingerprint Scanner
Network : 2G bands GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900 - SIM 1 and SIM 2,
3G HSDPA 850 / 900 / 1900 / 2100
4G LTE band TBD
SIM Card Type : Dual nanoSIM
Battery : Non-removable 3,600 mAh Li-Ion battery
Uptime : TBD
Value-Added Features : 13MP Selfie Camera with Soft LED Flash, TouchWiz UI features, Good Design, Wide Aperture Rear Camera with PDAF
Announcement : June 2017
Availability : Philippines - July 2017
Price : Official SRP - Php 15,990