Samsung Galaxy A30 Update Brings GPS Improvements, April 2019 Security Patch: Report

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By Tasneem Akolawala | Updated: 26 April 2019 10:46 IST
Highlights
  • Samsung Galaxy A30 update is reportedly 180.49MB in size
  • The update brings improvements in GPS and proximity sensor
  • The update is rolling out via OTA in India, brings April security patch

Samsung Galaxy A30 update changelog has been shared

Photo Credit: TizenHelp

Samsung Galaxy A30 is reportedly receiving an update in India bringing improved GPS performance, proximity sensors, and improved audio quality. The firmware version for the latest update is A305FDDU1ASD5/A305FODM1ASD5/A305FXXU1ASD5 and it is reported to be 180.49MB in size. The update also brings the April 2019 Android Security update. Samsung is rolling out the update via OTA and you can even check the update in Settings to download manually. The Samsung Galaxy A30 was launched last month in India, and its price is set at Rs. 16,990

The latest update for the Samsung Galaxy A30 is recommended to be downloaded over Wi-Fi and while the phone is on charge. As mentioned, the phone is receiving the update via OTA, but you can manually also check for the update in Settings > Software Update. A recent update fixed various security loopholes, and improved earphones sound output on the Galaxy A30.

The changelog, shared by TizenHelp, suggests that the Android security patch has been updated to April 2019. It also brings improved GPS performance, improved stability to the proximity sensor, and improved stability of audio.

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Samsung Galaxy A30 price in India and specifications

Samsung Galaxy A30 price in India is Rs. 16,990. The phone is available in Red, Blue, and Black colour options.

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The dual-SIM (Nano) Samsung Galaxy A30 runs Android Pie with One UI on top. The phone features a 6.4-inch full-HD+ (1080x2340 pixels) Super AMOLED Infinity-U Display and is powered by an octa-core Exynos 7904 SoC, paired with lone 4GB RAM option.

In terms of optics, the Samsung Galaxy A30 sports a dual rear camera setup that comprises a 16-megapixel sensor with an f/1.7 lens and a 5-megapixel sensor with an f/2.2 lens. There is also a 16-megapixel sensor at the front along with a fixed-focus f/2.0 lens.

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The Samsung Galaxy A30 has 64GB of onboard storage that is expandable via microSD card (up to 512GB). There is a fingerprint sensor at the back. Besides, the phone packs a 4,000mAh battery that supports 15W fast charging via USB Type-C port.

 
REVIEW
  • Design
  • Display
  • Software
  • Performance
  • Battery Life
  • Camera
  • Value for Money
  • Good
  • Vivid Super AMOLED display
  • Up-to-date software
  • Solid battery life
  • Built well
  • Bad
  • Weak speaker
  • Fingerprint sensor isn’t easily accessible
  • Underwhelming cameras
  • Processor not competitive enough at the price
  • Sluggish face recognition
 
KEY SPECS
Display 6.40-inch
Front Camera 16-megapixel
Rear Camera 16-megapixel + 5-megapixel
RAM 4GB
Storage 64GB
Battery Capacity 4000mAh
OS Android Pie
Resolution 1080x2340 pixels
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