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5.0" TFT 540x960
Exynos 7570
1GB RAM / 8GB Storage
8MP Rear
5MP Front
2600mAh
Wi-Fi b/g/n + BT 4.2
Dual SIM (DS models)
143.4 x 72.1 x 8.9 mm
154g
Android Oreo (Go edition)
Accelerometer, Proximity

5.0" TFT Display

540 x 960 pixels

16M colors

Exynos 7570

Quad-core 1.4 GHz

Android Oreo (Go edition)

8MP Rear / 5MP Front

Rear: 8MP F2.2 with flash

Front: 5MP F2.2, Beauty Mode

2600mAh Battery

Non-removable

Source does not state charging speeds

2G / 3G / 4G LTE

Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n (2.4 GHz)

Bluetooth v4.2, USB 2.0, GPS/Glonass/BeiDou

1GB RAM + 8GB Storage

Android Go edition reduces pre-loaded apps

Up to 1.5x available storage vs. previous devices (per Samsung)

The Samsung Galaxy J2 Core was announced on 24 August 2018 and initially became available in Malaysia and India on the same day. It was positioned as Samsung’s first Android Go smartphone, targeting first-time owners and budget-conscious users. The source bundle does not provide a launch price or broader market availability dates.

  • Canonical model family: SM-J260G/DS, SM-J260F/DS, SM-J260M/DS
  • Regional variants / SKU codes listed in source: SM-J260GZDDTHL, SM-J260GZKDXID, SM-J260FAVDPAK, SM-J260MZKDTPA
  • Announcement date: 24 August 2018
  • Initial markets: Malaysia, India

The Galaxy J2 Core features a compact plastic body with a removable back cover. Official Samsung specifications list the following physical attributes:

  • Dimensions: 143.4 x 72.1 x 8.9 mm
  • Weight: 154 g
  • SIM: Dual SIM (dual standby) on DS models (SM-J260G/DS, SM-J260F/DS, SM-J260M/DS)
  • Sensors: Accelerometer, Proximity sensor

The device uses a 5.0-inch TFT LCD panel with a resolution of 540 x 960 pixels. This was a typical display for entry-level phones at launch but offers lower pixel density and colour reproduction compared to IPS or AMOLED screens.

  • Type: TFT
  • Size: 5.0 inches
  • Resolution: 540 x 960 (qHD)
  • Color Depth: 16M

The rear camera is an 8-megapixel sensor with F2.2 aperture and an LED flash. The front-facing camera is 5 megapixels with F2.2 aperture. Samsung lists a Beauty Mode feature for the front camera. No optical image stabilization, 4K video, or high-frame-rate recording is mentioned.

  • Rear Camera: 8 MP (F2.2), Flash
  • Front Camera: 5 MP (F2.2), Beauty Mode
  • Video: Source does not list video resolution or frame rate for this model.

The Galaxy J2 Core is powered by the Exynos 7570 quad-core processor and runs Android Oreo (Go edition). This lightweight version of Android is designed for devices with 1GB RAM or less, featuring optimized versions of Google apps:

  • Processor: Exynos 7570 (Quad-core 1.4 GHz)
  • Operating System: Android Oreo (Go edition)
  • Pre-installed Go apps (per Samsung): Google Go, Assistant Go, YouTube Go, Gboard, Chrome, Maps Go, Files Go, Gmail Go, Google Play
  • Ultra Data Saving mode: Listed as a feature for efficient data use

Samsung highlighted the J2 Core as an introductory smartphone that delivers a smooth experience through Android Go optimizations. Key features include:

  • Android Go edition: Up to 1.5x more free storage compared to previous Samsung devices (per official source)
  • Ultra Data Saving mode: Reduces mobile data consumption
  • Dual SIM support: Available on DS model variants
  • Multimedia support: Audio (MP3, M4A, 3GA, AAC, OGG, OGA, WAV, WMA, AMR, FLAC, MID, MIDI, XMF, IMY); Video (MP4, M4V, 3GP, 3G2, WMV, WEBM)

No dedicated AI features or advanced software enhancements are mentioned in the source.

The Galaxy J2 Core is equipped with a 2600mAh non-removable battery. Official sources do not state charging speed or whether a charger is included in the box. As a budget device from 2018, it likely supports standard 5W charging via micro USB (USB 2.0), but this is not confirmed in the source.

  • Capacity: 2600mAh
  • Removable: No
  • Charging details: Source-limited; no specific wattage or fast charging claimed

The phone supports 2G, 3G, and 4G LTE networks (source does not list specific bands). It includes Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n at 2.4 GHz, Bluetooth v4.2, GPS with Glonass and BeiDou (BeiDou coverage may be limited), and a micro USB 2.0 port. A 3.5mm headphone jack is present (not explicitly stated in source but common for the era; implied by audio support).

  • SIM: Dual SIM (Nano-SIM, dual standby on DS models)
  • Wi-Fi: 802.11 b/g/n (2.4 GHz)
  • Bluetooth: v4.2
  • USB: micro USB 2.0
  • Location: GPS, Glonass, BeiDou (limited coverage noted)
  • Sensors: Accelerometer, Proximity

The Samsung Galaxy J2 Core marked Samsung’s entry into the Android Go ecosystem, delivering a basic smartphone experience optimized for low-cost markets. With a 5.0-inch TFT display, Exynos 7570 chipset, 1GB RAM, 8GB storage, 8MP rear camera, and 2600mAh battery, it was designed for first-time smartphone users. Its software includes Google Go apps and an Ultra Data Saving mode. The source bundle does not provide a launch price, and the hardware is severely limited by modern standards. Regional variants include SM-J260G/DS, SM-J260F/DS, and SM-J260M/DS.

Launch Price (MSRP): Current Market Price:
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— views Research contribution by specs.global