“The Samsung Z2 and Z4 brings a simplified mobile experience to first-time smartphone users and represents our ongoing commitment to expanding the Tizen ecosystem,” said Craig Fleischer, Samsung’s Director of Integrated Mobility.

The Samsung Z2 and Z4 devices are equipped with a front and rear camera, which is optimised for social media use, and it also has a wide range of features focused on convenience and productivity, including quick and easy access to the most frequently used functions.

It has a battery management feature, including Battery Notifications and Power Planner, to help users preserve and extend the life of their devices.

By using different combinations of buttons and swiping functionality, users are able to create shortcuts to launch convenient features such as Quick Talk, Quick Torch, Quick Launch of camera, or Quick Switch, without returning to the home screen.

The Z4’s 5-megapixel front camera includes a F2.2 lens, LED flash and a variety of camera modes. The device also has a 5-megapixel rear camera with dual LED flash, which allows users to take crisp photos, even when the subject is far away.

To enter the competition, consumers simply need to purchase the new Z2 or Z4 smartphone and SMS their names, surnames and IMEI numbers to 40489. The IMEI number can be obtained by dialling *#06#, or by looking for the white sticker in the phone for the product information, such as model and serial number. The IMEI is the 15-digit number above the bar code.

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Tizen is made by Samsung, for Samsung, with the intention of making smartphones less complicated and more efficient. Giving an effortless mobile experience, the OS is clutter-free, and boasts an intuitive interface making it easy to understand and use. Because it is lighter than competitor OS’s, it makes for a faster operating time and longer lasting battery. Tizen technology also offers 3D window effects with support for apps and games that require advanced 3D graphics.

“Our affordable Tizen series has been instrumental in catalysing the smartphone upgrade and with Samsung Z4, we will offer yet another compelling product to affordable segment consumers,” said Craige Fleischer, Director: Integrated Mobility, Samsung South Africa. “It comes equipped with ‘double’ the usual benefits in terms of camera, flash and style and sports a 5MP front flash camera for selfies in all-light conditions.”

The dual LED flash on the 5MP rear camera clicks brighter images even in low light conditions and users get editing options within the camera view finder and features like beauty mode, live filters and profile template, ensure social media-ready enhanced images.

Further, the Samsung Z4’s 4.5” screen allows consumers to enjoy games, videos and other multimedia content to the fullest while the 2.5D glass gives the front display a refreshed look and comfortable grip.to maximise the style quotient. An additional black back cover is provided inbox for all users to enjoy both gold and black styles on the same device.

The user interface on Samsung’s Z4 is simple, easy to use and optimised for seamless performance. The smartphone comes with a 1.5 quad core processor, 1 GB RAM and 8 GB internal memory, which is further expandable up to 128 GB. It is fuelled by a 2050 mAh long-lasting battery.

“The Samsung Z4 is a great alternative for our lower-middle income consumers and a gateway to smartphone technology which relies on Samsung’s trusted expensive linked to a deep understanding of what people really want – and innovating accordingly to enrich their lives. My favourite offering of the Samsung Z4 is the ‘Turn up Music’ feature, powered by Tizen, which provides users with unlimited local music content,” concludes Fleischer.