Samsung Galaxy J6 Plus

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Samsung Galaxy J6 Plus
Display
6.0-inch TFT LCD
720 x 1480 (HD+) resolution
Platform
Qualcomm Snapdragon 425
Quad-core 1.4GHz CPU
Camera
Rear: 13MP (f/1.9) + 5MP (f/2.2)
Front: 8MP (f/1.9)
Battery
3300 mAh capacity
Non-removable Li-Ion
Connectivity
LTE Cat.4, Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n
Bluetooth 4.2, GPS/GLONASS
Memory
3GB / 4GB RAM
MicroSD support up to 512GB
Timeline & Release Details
The Samsung Galaxy J6 Plus was officially announced on September 21, 2018. It was positioned as an entry-level device within the Galaxy J series, focusing on a large display and dual-camera capabilities.
- Announcement: September 21, 2018.
- Canonical Model Family: SM-J610.
- Regional Variants: SM-J610F, SM-J610F/DS, SM-J610FN, SM-J610G, SM-J610G/DS.
Physical Structure
The device features a plastic body with a glossy, glass-like finish and contoured edges designed for a comfortable grip.
- Dimensions: 161.4 x 76.9 x 7.9 mm.
- Weight: 178 g.
- Build Material: Plastic frame and back.
- Colours: Available in various regional options including Black, Red, and Blue.
Display System
The Galaxy J6+ utilises a large "Infinity Display" design, though it relies on TFT technology rather than AMOLED.
- Panel Type: TFT LCD.
- Size: 6.0 inches.
- Resolution: 720 x 1480 pixels (HD+).
- Aspect Ratio: 18.5:9.
- Features: 2.5D curved glass, multi-touch support.
Camera System
The dual-camera system on the rear allows for depth-sensing features, while the front camera is optimised for standard selfies.
- Rear Main: 13 MP, f/1.9 aperture, autofocus.
- Rear Depth: 5 MP, f/2.2 aperture.
- Front Camera: 8 MP, f/1.9 aperture, fixed focus.
- Video: 1080p at 30fps for both front and rear cameras.
- Features: Live Focus (bokeh), floating shutter button, LED flash.
Platform & Software
The device launched with Android 8.1 Oreo and received updates to Android 9.0 Pie.
- Chipset: Qualcomm Snapdragon 425 (28nm).
- CPU: Quad-core 1.4 GHz Cortex-A53.
- GPU: Adreno 308.
- Software Features: Samsung Knox security, App Pair for multitasking, Dual Messenger.
Key Features
- Security: Side-mounted fingerprint sensor and Face Recognition.
- Audio: Dolby Atmos support for headphones.
- Management: Samsung Knox platform for real-time monitoring and device management.
Battery & Charging
- Capacity: 3300 mAh.
- Charging Interface: Micro USB 2.0.
- Battery Life: Rated for up to 13 hours of internet usage (3G) and 15 hours of video playback.
Connectivity & Sensors
- Network: LTE Cat.4, GSM, UMTS.
- Wireless: Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n (2.4GHz), Bluetooth 4.2.
- Sensors: Fingerprint (side), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass.
- Audio: 3.5mm headphone jack.
- Location: GPS, GLONASS, BeiDou.
Summary
The Samsung Galaxy J6 Plus provides a standard entry-level smartphone experience with a focus on display size and basic dual-camera functionality. While it lacks modern features like USB-C and high-resolution AMOLED panels, its inclusion of a side-mounted fingerprint sensor and expandable storage makes it a functional device for basic tasks.
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