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Samsung Galaxy A52s 5G - User Manual

Samsung Galaxy A52s 5G
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USER MANUAL
English. 08/2021. Rev.1.0
SM-A528B
SM-A528B/DS

Table of Contents

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Samsung Galaxy A52s 5G Specifications

General IconGeneral
Screen shapeFlat
Pixel density407 ppi
Display diagonal6.5 \
Touchscreen typeCapacitive
Display resolution1080 x 2400 pixels
Maximum refresh rate120 Hz
Display number of colors16 million colors
High Dynamic Range (HDR) supportedYes
Form factorBar
Product colorWhite
International Protection (IP) codeIP67
Processor cores8
Processor familyQualcomm Snapdragon
Processor frequency1.8 GHz
Processor boost frequency2.4 GHz
User memory101.5 GB
RAM capacity6 GB
Compatible memory cardsMicroSD (TransFlash)
Maximum memory card size1000 GB
Internal storage capacity128 GB
PlatformAndroid
App distribution platformGoogle Play
Operating system installedAndroid 11
Rear camera typeQuad camera
Front camera typeSingle camera
Maximum frame rate240 fps
Video recording modes2160p
Rear camera aperture number1.8
Resolution at capture speed3840x2160@30fps
Video capture resolution (max)3840 x 2160 pixels
Rear camera resolution (numeric)64 MP
Front camera resolution (numeric)32 MP
Third rear camera aperture number2.4
Second rear camera aperture number2.2
Third rear camera resolution (numeric)5 MP
Second rear camera resolution (numeric)12 MP
Second rear camera field of view (FOV) angle123 °
Talk time (3G)- h
Battery capacity4500 mAh
Browsing time (Wi-Fi)16 h
Continuous audio playback time124 h
4G standardLTE-TDD & LTE-FDD
3G standardsUMTS, WCDMA
SIM card typeNanoSIM
Wi-Fi standards802.11a, 802.11ad, 802.11b, 802.11g, Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n), Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac), Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax), Wi-Fi 6E (802.11ax)
Bluetooth version5.0
3G bands supported850, 900, 1900, 2100 MHz
5G bands supported700, 800, 850, 900, 1800, 2100, 2300, 2600, 3500 MHz
SIM card capabilityDual SIM
Mobile network generation5G
Subscription typeNo subscription
USB version2.0
USB connector typeUSB Type-C
Headphone connectivity3.5 mm
Body SAR (EU)0.842 W/kg
Head SAR (EU)0.878 W/kg
Extremities SAR (EU)2.94 W/kg
Repairability index8.2
Weight and Dimensions IconWeight and Dimensions
Depth8.4 mm
Width75.1 mm
Height159.9 mm
Weight189 g

Summary

Basics

Read me first

Important safety and usage information to ensure proper device operation and prevent potential issues.

Device overheating situations and solutions

Guides on how to handle and prevent the device from overheating during charging and use.

Device layout and functions

Overview of the device's physical components, ports, and buttons for user interaction.

Charging the battery

Instructions and tips for charging the device battery safely and efficiently.

SIM or USIM card (nano-SIM card)

Guide on inserting and managing nano-SIM or USIM cards for network connectivity.

Memory card (microSD card)

Instructions for installing, removing, and formatting microSD cards for storage.

Turning the device on and off

Steps for powering the device on, off, and performing a forced restart.

Initial setup

Guidance for the initial setup process when turning on the device for the first time.

Samsung account

Information on signing in, managing, and using your Samsung account for device services.

Transferring data from your previous device (Smart Switch)

Methods for transferring data from an old device to the new Samsung device using Smart Switch.

Understanding the screen

Explanation of touchscreen gestures and basic screen interaction methods.

Navigation bar (soft buttons)

Details on the function of on-screen navigation buttons and how to hide them.

Home screen and Apps screen

Overview of the Home and Apps screens and how to switch between them.

Editing the Home screen

Instructions for customising the Home screen, including wallpapers, widgets, and themes.

Launching Finder

How to use the Finder feature to quickly search for content on the device.

Creating folders

Steps to create and manage folders for organizing apps on the Home and Apps screens.

Edge panel

Guide to accessing apps and features using the Edge panel on the side of the screen.

Lock screen

Information on setting up and managing the device's lock screen features.

Notification panel

How to view and manage notifications and use quick setting buttons.

Screen capture and screen record

Instructions on how to capture screenshots and record the device screen.

Entering text

Guide to keyboard layout, changing input language, and using additional keyboard functions.

Apps and features

Installing or uninstalling apps

How to download apps from Galaxy Store and Play Store, and manage installed apps.

Setting app permissions

How to manage app permissions for proper device operation and data access.

Phone

Guide to making and receiving calls, using speed dial, and blocking numbers.

Contacts

Instructions for adding, importing, searching, sharing, and managing contacts.

Messages

How to send, view, and sort messages, and change message settings.

Internet

Guide to browsing the web, bookmarking pages, and using secret mode.

Camera

Instructions for taking pictures, using various camera modes, and customising settings.

Gallery

How to view, manage, and edit images and videos stored on the device.

AR Zone

Guide to AR features like AR Emoji Camera, AR Doodle, and Deco Pic.

Bixby

Introduction to Bixby, how to start, use, and wake it up using voice or text.

Bixby Vision

How to use Bixby Vision for image recognition, text translation, and QR code scanning.

Bixby Routines

Guide to creating and managing routines for automating device settings and actions.

Multi window

Instructions for using split screen and pop-up view to run multiple apps simultaneously.

Samsung Pay

How to set up and use Samsung Pay for quick and secure online and offline payments.

Samsung Health

Guide to managing wellness and fitness goals, tracking progress, and viewing health tips.

Samsung Notes

Instructions for creating, editing, and deleting notes with text, images, or voice.

Samsung Members

Information on accessing support, community, news, and tips for Samsung device users.

Galaxy Shop

How to access the Samsung website and view product information in the Galaxy Shop.

Galaxy Wearable

Guide to managing wearable devices, customising settings, and connecting with the smartphone.

Calendar

Instructions for creating and syncing events with your accounts.

Reminder

How to create, complete, restore, and delete reminders and set notifications.

Voice Recorder

Guide to recording and playing voice memos, and changing recording modes.

My Files

How to access and manage files stored on the device.

Clock

Instructions for setting alarms, checking time zones, and timing events.

Calculator

How to perform calculations, view history, and use unit conversion.

Game Launcher

Guide to gathering games and setting the device to game mode for easier play.

Game Booster

How to use Game Booster for an enhanced gaming experience and manage settings.

Samsung Kids

Guide to restricting children's access, setting usage times, and parental controls.

SmartThings

How to control and manage smart appliances and IoT products with your smartphone.

Sharing content

Instructions for sharing content via Quick Share, Link Sharing, and Music Share.

Music Share

Guide to sharing Bluetooth speakers and listening to music together with Galaxy Buds.

Smart View

How to view device content on a large screen using a mirroring-enabled TV or monitor.

Link to Windows

Guide to connecting your device to a Windows PC for data access and notifications.

Samsung Global Goals

Information about the Global Goals and how to learn more through the app.

Samsung TV Plus

How to use Samsung TV Plus to enjoy free video content on your device.

Google apps

Overview of Google apps like Chrome, Gmail, Maps, YouTube, and Photos.

Settings

Samsung account

How to sign in and manage your Samsung account for device services.

Connections

Settings for various connections like Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, NFC, and flight mode.

Wi-Fi

Guide to connecting to Wi-Fi networks, viewing quality, and sharing passwords.

Bluetooth

Instructions for pairing devices, sending/receiving data via Bluetooth.

NFC and contactless payments

How to use NFC for product information and contactless payments.

Data saver

How to reduce mobile data usage by preventing background app data consumption.

Mobile data only apps

Setting apps to use mobile data exclusively, even when connected to Wi-Fi.

Mobile Hotspot

How to use the device as a mobile hotspot to share the data connection.

More connection settings

Customisation for nearby device scanning, printing, VPN, and Ethernet settings.

Sounds and vibration

Settings for sound modes, ringtones, notification sounds, and vibration.

Sound quality and effects

Customisation of sound quality, equaliser, Dolby Atmos, and UHQ Upscaler.

Separate app sound

How to play media sound from specific apps on different Bluetooth devices.

Notifications

Settings for notification pop-up style, recent notifications, and Do Not Disturb mode.

Display

Customising display settings like brightness, dark mode, screen mode, and font.

Motion smoothness

How to adjust screen refresh rate for smoother animations or better battery life.

Changing the screen mode or adjusting the display colour

Guide to changing screen modes (Vivid, Natural) and adjusting colour balance.

Wallpaper

How to change wallpaper settings for the Home and lock screens.

Themes

How to apply themes to change the visual elements of the Home screen and icons.

Home screen

Configuration of Home screen settings, including layout and appearance.

Lock screen

Options for securing the device, including screen lock type and smart lock.

Smart Lock

How to set the device to unlock automatically based on trusted locations or devices.

Always On Display

How to view information and control media playback when the screen is off.

Biometrics and security

Settings for securing the device using face recognition, fingerprints, and other security features.

Face recognition

Instructions for registering and using face recognition to unlock the device securely.

Fingerprint recognition

Guide to registering and using fingerprints for unlocking the device and app authentication.

Samsung Pass

How to register biometric data for easy sign-in to websites and apps.

Secure Folder

Guide to setting up and using Secure Folder for private content and apps protection.

Secure Wi-Fi

How to secure Wi-Fi connections, protect data, and select apps for protection.

Privacy

Settings for managing privacy, permission manager, and Samsung/Google privacy controls.

Location

How to manage location permissions, improve accuracy, and view recent requests.

Google

Configuration for advanced privacy settings provided by Google services.

Accounts and backup

Options for syncing, backing up, and restoring device data using cloud services.

Samsung Cloud

How to back up and restore device data to Samsung Cloud.

Advanced features

Enabling and configuring advanced device features like Call & text on other devices.

Motions and gestures

Activating and configuring motion features like lift to wake and palm swipe to capture.

Dual Messenger

How to install and use a second instance of messenger apps for separate accounts.

Digital Wellbeing and parental controls

Managing device usage, setting parental controls, and using focus/bedtime modes.

Battery and device care

Overview of device status, optimisation, battery, storage, and memory management.

Device protection

Scanning the device for malware and checking its security status.

Ultra data saving

Reducing mobile data usage and compressing internet data for efficiency.

Apps

Managing device apps, changing settings, and uninstalling unnecessary applications.

General management

Customising system settings, managing language, and text-to-speech output.

Accessibility

Configuring settings to improve device accessibility for all users.

Software update

How to check for, download, and install software updates for the device.

About phone

Viewing device information like status, legal details, software version, and battery.

Appendix

Troubleshooting

Solutions for common device issues like password prompts, network errors, and power problems.

The touchscreen responds slowly or improperly

Troubleshooting steps for slow or unresponsive touchscreen performance.

Your device freezes or encounters a fatal error

Solutions for device freezing or fatal errors, including restarting and factory reset.

Calls are not connected

Troubleshooting steps for issues with making or receiving phone calls.

Others cannot hear you speaking on a call

Solutions for microphone issues where others cannot hear you during a call.

A cellular network or the Internet is often disconnected or audio quality is poor

Troubleshooting for connectivity issues and poor audio quality.

The battery does not charge properly (For Samsung-approved chargers)

Steps to resolve issues with the device battery not charging correctly.

The battery depletes faster than when first purchased

Explanation of factors affecting battery life and how it depletes faster.

Error messages appear when launching the camera

Troubleshooting steps for error messages when launching or using the camera app.

Picture quality is poorer than the preview

Tips for improving picture quality when it appears poorer than the preview.

Error messages appear when opening multimedia files

Troubleshooting for error messages or playback issues with multimedia files.

Bluetooth is not working well

Troubleshooting steps for Bluetooth connection problems or performance issues.

The screen brightness adjustment bar does not appear on the notification panel

Fix for the missing screen brightness adjustment bar in the notification panel.

A connection is not established when you connect the device to a computer

Troubleshooting steps for connection issues when linking the device to a computer.

Your device cannot find your current location

Solutions for GPS signal issues and finding location using Wi-Fi or mobile network.

Data stored in the device has been lost

Importance of data backups and Samsung's non-responsibility for data loss.

A small gap appears around the outside of the device case

Explanation of the small gap around the device case as a manufacturing feature.

There is not enough space in the device’s storage

Tips for freeing up storage space by deleting unnecessary data and apps.

The Home button does not appear

Troubleshooting for the disappearance of the Home button and how to reveal the navigation bar.

Removing the battery

Instructions and safety warnings regarding battery removal by authorised service centres.

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