Go BIG with the Samsung Galaxy A9 Pro (2016)

Colossal functionality and supreme performance all packed into one powerful device

Kuala Lumpur, 12 July 2016 – Ever wanted a phone with a giant high-definition screen so you can stream and watch the latest episode of your favourite TV series while on-the-go? How about enough storage to store the whole season for binge-watching during free time or between daily commutes? And wouldn’t it be great if you could power through a couple of episodes and still have enough battery to browse the Internet and then discuss the plot with your friends over social media?

Now you can, as Samsung Malaysia Electronics proudly presents the Samsung Galaxy A9 Pro (2016) which is designed to get more of everything for your ultimate entertainment. A smartphone with practical features that is sure to tickle the fancies of urbanites, the newest edition of the 2016 Galaxy A Series comes with a bigger screen, larger battery capacity, greater storage and better camera – all housed in a stylish sizeable display of pure metal and glass beauty.

“Urban millennials today are a fun-loving, exuberant and practical lot. They keep up with trends, catch the latest entertainment, and constantly seek for bold adventures to create excitement into the usual daily living. That is what our new Galaxy A9 Pro (2016) is here to do – to complement their lifestyles and to make it whole lot more fun by offering them the very essence of what makes a smartphone, life’s best companion,” said Mr Lee Jui Siang, Vice President, IT & Mobile Business Unit, Samsung Malaysia Electronics.

Echoing the brand, users really do get more of everything with the Galaxy A9 Pro (2016). Its sharp and immersive 6-inch Full HD Super AMOLED display with narrow bezel offers better content usage and great viewing experience – ideal for users who frequently watch videos or browse the internet for the hippest cafés for their weekend brunch. For those whose passion is burying oneself in a good story, reading your favourite e-book on a smartphone is now both easy on the eyes and easy to carry around.

For users who store heaps of pictures from that last summer vacation or the latest season of their favourite TV series, the Galaxy A9 Pro also comes with great storage. To celebrate the Galaxy A9 Pro’s arrival in Malaysia, Samsung Malaysia Electronics is throwing in a FREE 64GB microSD card for every purchase, adding massive capacity for up to 16,000 photos*. As if that is not enough for the above average user, fret not as apart from the built-in memory of 32GB, the device is also integrated with a microSD slot that can add up to a staggering 256GB of external memory! Now, there is no need to delete precious memories or funny videos in your WhatsApp conversations every few months!

The large battery capacity comes in handy for those who often use their smartphones to stream the latest TV series or play their favourite mobile games. Its whopping 5,000mAH battery comes equipped with a faster processor and larger 4GB RAM to give heavy users a smoother experience and less worry about the happy green of the battery bar turning into an angry red. Forgot to bring your portable charger? No problem, because your Galaxy A9 Pro (2016) will do just fine!

Another cool feature to expect is the Galaxy A9 Pro (2016)’s new and better camera. Its 16MP f1.9 rear camera can now take clearer and sharper images, and its ability to take great pictures even in low light environment also means that the quality of sunset or indoor pictures will not be compromised. Selfie-takers will additionally find this smartphone a fascinating one as the Galaxy A9 Pro (2016) comes with an 8MP f1.9 front camera. Say goodbye grainy pictures and hello to your perfect selfie!

With all these BIG practical features and more, indulging oneself in all-round entertainment now comes easy and in style as Samsung introduces the perfect smartphone for the young and young-at-heart consumers. Available in Black, White and Gold colour options, living BIG is only a smartphone change away!

The Samsung Galaxy A9 Pro (2016) will be officially available in all Samsung Experience Stores and authorised dealers beginning today, at a recommended retail price of RM 1,999 (inclusive of 6% GST).

For more product information, please visit www.samsung.com/my/A9pro.

*storage of up to 16,000 pictures is based on average size of 4MB per picture.