SAMSUNG GALAXY A02S 3GB / 32GB | SM-A025G/DSN

Pros

• Long battery life: Overwhelmingly praised; reports range from two to seven days depending on usage. Multiple users report 3+ days of use on a single charge. One user reports 8 hours of daily use (YouTube and Netflix) with charging every 3 days. Described as very good, excellent, and long-lasting. Multiple reviews highlight the long battery life as a significant advantage.
• Ease of use/Intuitive interface: Frequently praised for user-friendliness, even for iPhone users. Settings are described as intuitive. Many find it easy to use, especially for older users. Described as simple and easy to use.
• Good value for money: Frequently highlighted as offering excellent value for the price. Described as "super for little money," and a "price/quality monster". Several reviews emphasize the phone''s affordability and excellent value.
• Fast performance (for basic tasks): Fast and responsive for basic tasks. Several reviews mention the fast processor and quick execution of tasks.
• Good screen: Clear, easy to read, even in bright sunlight. Large screen size is mentioned as a positive, useful for watching videos. Good screen visibility and quality are mentioned. Described as large and easy to use; the screen is described as good quality, clear, sharp, and beautiful. Multiple reviews praise the large and clear screen.
• Dual SIM capability: Mentioned as a positive feature.
• SD card support: Implied by reviews mentioning sufficient storage.
• Durable: At least one user reports it withstanding drops without damage. The phone is described as lightweight and having a rough casing which prevents it from dropping easily.
• Good camera (some users): Mixed feedback; some praise the quality, others find it lacking. Several reviews mention good or even excellent photo quality; others report poor quality, pixelated, or blurry photos, with issues in low light. Some users report good picture quality, and describe the photos as beautiful or sharp. Several recent reviews specifically praise the camera quality as amazing.
• Good sound quality: Mentioned in multiple reviews, including praise for excellent sound quality and good bass. The sound is described as good and clear in multiple reviews.
• Large screen: Frequently cited as a positive feature, especially beneficial for older users and for video consumption. The screen size is often praised as large and easy to see.

Cons

• Performance limitations: While fast for basic tasks, struggles with demanding apps and multitasking, leading to lag. Several users report slow performance, including descriptions of it as "very slow" and experiencing lag. Apps frequently crash or stop working.
• Storage capacity: Limited storage space mentioned by several users. One user wishes for 64 GB of storage.
• Size: Described as large or very large by some users, making it difficult to find suitable cases. One user reports it as too large to fit in their pocket.
• Restart issues: One user reports constant restarting.
• Call drop issues: Frequent call drops experienced by one user.
• Camera quality: Frequently criticized for producing poor-quality, pixelated, or blurry photos. Color accuracy is also criticized; motion blur is mentioned as a significant problem. One user notes less saturated colors compared to an older model. This contrasts with several recent reviews praising the camera.
• Speaker issues: One user reports the speaker not always working at 100%.
• Screen issues: One user reports flickering/glitching and instability. Another mentions the screen being too small (contradicting other reviews). One user reports a fragile screen.
• Connectivity issues: One user reports an inability to connect to a car, even via Bluetooth. Another user reports audio system malfunction. Another user notes issues with SMS messaging.
• Lack of documentation: One user reports a lack of documentation.
• Lack of features (one user): One user mentions several missing features in the ONE UI 3.1 version.
• Fragile glass: One user reports the glass being easily broken.
• NFC support: One user specifically asks about NFC compatibility in their region. One user notes NFC as a positive feature.
• Slow charging: One user reports that the battery drains faster than an older Samsung S5.
• Contactless payment: One user notes their previous phone (A6) supported contactless payment, while the A02s does not.
• No fingerprint sensor: One user wishes for the addition of a fingerprint sensor. One user mentions the lack of a fingerprint sensor as a negative.
• USB 2.0 cable: One user expresses disappointment with the included USB 2.0 cable, instead of the advertised USB 3.0.
• USB OTG limitations: One user reports inability to connect a USB-C to VGA adapter, despite OTG support.
• Poor notification LED: One user criticizes the notification LED''s weak light and broad beam.
• Missing compass: One user mentions a lack of a compass, leading to issues with Google Maps.
• Slow update rate for missed calls/SMS: One user reports slow updates for missed calls and SMS.
• Battery drain: One review notes the battery draining quickly, particularly when compared to an older phone.
• Touchscreen issues: One user reports the touchscreen sticking and spontaneously pressing the home button.
• Power button issues: One user reports a slightly defective power button.
• Volume issues: One user reports the volume is not satisfactory.
• Front camera pixel count: One user complains about insufficient pixels in the front-facing camera.
• Internal memory: One user expresses a desire for more internal memory.

Comments

The Samsung Galaxy A02s receives mixed reviews. Its long battery life and ease of use are consistently praised, along with its affordability. However, performance limitations, particularly with demanding applications, camera inconsistency, and software glitches are recurring concerns. The large screen size is a point of contention, appreciated by some but considered too large by others. The lack of certain features, like NFC and a fingerprint sensor, also draws criticism. The significant disparity in camera quality feedback is notable. The positive aspects are often emphasized in conjunction with the phone''s low price point, but the number of performance and software issues should be carefully considered.