Samsung rolls out the metallic-laden Galaxy Alpha Smartphone at Rs 39,990

We’ve all cribbed about how Samsung has stayed away from offering any kind of metal-element on its devices but now things are changing (they have to) and with Alpha, you get first ever instances of metal finishing on a Samsung Galaxy phone. Alpha is Samsung’s effort to move away from the mundane and try out something different, at a time when the numbers aren’t really crunching up for the Korean major. The phone’s back side finishing is more reminiscent to the perforated body on the Galaxy S5. Nothing new about then eh? Here’s what you’ll find with the Alpha.

Galaxy Alpha sports a 4.7 inch Super AMOLED HD display, running on Android 4.4 KitKat version that’s seen on the phone in the form of TouchWiz interface. From power standpoint, the Alpha packs an octa-core Exynos 5 chipset paired with 2 GB RAM and offering 32 GB internal storage only with no expandable option in tow. It comes fitted with a 12 MP rear snapper with LED flash and 2.1 MP front shooter for selfies. Weighing at a mere 115 grams and 6.7 slim form figure, Alpha benefits from having the fingerprint scanner for those looking for added data protection. It’s loaded with an 1860 mAh battery that’s going to last for a day, or may be even more than that.

Samsung Galaxy Alpha comes in Dazzling White, Charcoal Black and Frosted Golden color variants and will be available on stores from next week onwards, right in time for busy festive period in the country.