The Seven: Reasons why the Samsung S10e is worth approximately Ksh78,999

Samsung is celebrating 10 years in the cellphone manufacturing industry.

The Korean giant Samsung has released 3 phones, S10, S10+ and S10e with some incredible offerings. Hosting an unpacking event yesterday (20.2.2019) the phone manufacturer is already taking pre- orders for its trio of releases. The Inquirer reports the Samsung S10 is available with 128GB or 512GB storage , while the S10+ is available in 128GB, 512GB and 1TB variants. According to the Samsung website, the most affordable of the trio of new releases, the S10e will be available to consumers for pre-order. Techweez reports the “Galaxy S10e will start at Kshs 78,999. the Galaxy S10 will go for Kshs. 95,999, the base Galaxy S10 Plus model (8GB/128GB) will go for Kshs 105,999 and the 8GB/512GB Galaxy S10 Plus will go for Kshs. 127,999.”

But the high prices have many questioning whether the features are worth the cost. Here are 7 features on the Samsung S10e that might have you considering foregoing your rent to get the latest Samsung release:

1.Revolutionary Display

Screen: Flat, 5.8-inch “Dynamic AMOLED” display, Full HD+ resolution in a 19:9 aspect ratio. According to the Verge, “the resolution is “Full HD+,” which means it’s 1080 pixels wide with a 19:9 aspect ratio.”

2. A selection of cameras

Rear cameras: Wide-angle 12-megapixel (77-degree) and ultra-wide 16-megapixel (123-degree)
Selfie camera: 10 megapixels

3.Handy size

Dimensions: 69.9 x 142.2 x 7.9mm; 150 grams

4.Quick processor

The processor is The resolution is “Full HD+,” which means it’s 1080 pixels wide with a 19:9 aspect ratio 855 (in the US, Exynos in some regions).

5.Lots of storage

Memory: 6GB or 8GB RAM
Storage: 128GB or 256GB, expandable via microSD

6. Better battery life

Battery: 3,100mAh
7.Processing capacity

OS: Android 9 Pie with Samsung One UI

The Samsung S10e also comes complete with Wireless charging capabilities and headphone jack.Despite the hike in costing, the new Samsung S series offers something that any techie would enjoy.

Ivy Mang'eli

Ivy Mang'eli is a content creator and strategist with a special interest in music and education. An MA graduate, she is enthusiastic about the creative renaissance taking over Africa and hopes to use her creative voice to inspire change and hope.