The feature, which is now available on the Galaxy S25, A56, A36, and A26 devices, reaffirms Samsung’s commitment to delivering innovative technology that speaks the language of its users.

With this groundbreaking update, Samsung users across Nigeria can now navigate their smartphones in their preferred local language, making technology more accessible, while also upholding our cultural heritage.

A Celebration of Culture and Technology

To mark the launch, Samsung hosted a cultural-themed press briefing featuring traditional music, local cuisine, and a showcase of the new language feature. Employees and guests attended in traditional Yoruba, Igbo, and Hausa attires, celebrating Nigeria’s rich cultural diversity.

Samsung also announced plans to expand local language support to more devices in the near future, reinforcing its dedication to making technology more inclusive for African users.

Empowering Users Through Language

The integration of Hausa, Igbo and Yoruba on Samsung devices reflects the brand’s mission to bridge the digital gap and enhance user engagement. Speaking at the press conference, Oge Maduagwu, Head of Marketing, Samsung Electronics West Africa, said,

“At Samsung, we understand that technology is most powerful when it is accessible to all. By incorporating our local Nigerian languages, we are making our devices more intuitive and relatable, ensuring that millions of Nigerians can interact with their smartphones in the language they love and understand best”. 

Seamless Language Transition on Galaxy Devices

Stephen Okwara, Head of Product Management, Samsung Electronics West Africa added, “The new local language feature is designed to deliver a seamless user experience, allowing customers to easily switch between languages. Users can activate Hausa, Igbo, or Yoruba on the Galaxy S25, A26, A36, and A56 by navigating to:

Settings > Language & Input > Select Language

“This update enhances smartphone usability, particularly for those who prefer their native language over English, ensuring greater digital inclusivity, enhancing digital literacy and encouraging more users to engage with technology in their native tongues” He concluded.

Availability

Customers can visit all Samsung Experience Stores or authorized retailers in Nigeria to learn more and experience the feature firsthand.

Packed with cutting-edge features and a sleek design, the Samsung Galaxy A05 aims to redefine user expectations in its class.

The Galaxy A05 boasts a vibrant 6.7-inch HD+ display, delivering stunning visuals with vivid colours and crisp details.

The device is powered by a robust Octa-core processor, ensuring smooth multitasking and efficient performance. The device comes in multiple storage configurations, including an expandable option, catering to users with diverse storage needs.

This combination allows Galaxy A05 users to capture moments with striking clarity and versatility. The front-facing camera, embedded within a subtle notch, enhances selfies and video calls, elevating the overall user experience.

One of the standout features of the Galaxy A05 is its long-lasting battery life. With a sizable battery capacity and optimized power management, users can confidently go through their day without worrying about running out of charge. Additionally, the device supports fast charging technology, providing a quick boost when needed.

Samsung has not only focused on performance but also on user convenience. The Galaxy A05 comes equipped with the latest One UI, offering an intuitive and streamlined user interface.

There’s no need to sacrifice camera quality when investing in a mid-range device like the Samsung Galaxy A05. It sports an outstanding 50mp main camera, expertly created to capture defined, detailed shots full of colour even in low light conditions.

Flaw Detection is another of Samsung’s on-board photography features, and a handy one at that. It automatically alerts you if the photo you’ve just taken has issues with blurring, backlighting or someone blinking – prompting you to snap another before the moment is over.

“We are thrilled to introduce the Galaxy A05 to our fans in Nigeria. This is a device that embodies our commitment to delivering innovative technology to a wider audience,” said Olaoluwa Olayera, Head of Retail for Mobile Division, Samsung Nigeria. “With its impressive display, powerful performance, and clear camera system, the Galaxy A05 sets a new benchmark for what users can expect from a mid-range smartphone.”

Speaking about device specifications, Stephen Okwara, Product Manager, said “Galaxy A05 with its amazing camera, colourful display, enhanced durability and facial recognition to name just a few of its best features, is certainly a device Android fans will love”.

In addressing the current economic situation, Chika Nnadozie – Head Of Marketing – Samsung Electronics West Africa, added that Samsung has provided a pay small small scheme called Flex Pay which affords consumers the opportunity to buy the device and pay in 3-12 months’ installment. And that is not all, customers can also repair their screens for as low as N9,000 twice within the limit of 2 years.”

The Samsung Galaxy A05 is now available for purchase nationwide, marking a significant step forward in Samsung’s mission to make cutting-edge technology accessible to all.

Price of Galaxy A05 in Nigeria

Samsung Galaxy A05 comes in two variants. The Recommended Retail Price (RRP):

1. 64GB 4GB RAM at N95,500 and

2. 128GB 4GB RAM at N114,900.

FULL SPECS

Physical specification

• Dimension (H x W x D, mm)- 168.8 x 78.2 x 8.8
• Weight (g)- 195

Processor

• CPU Speed- 2GHz, 1.8GHz
• CPU Type- Octa-Core

Display

• Size (Main Display)- 171.3mm (6.7″)
• Resolution (Main Display)- 720 x 1600 (HD+)
• Technology (Main Display)- PLS LCD
• Color Depth (Main Display)- 16M

Camera

• Rear Camera Resolution (Multiple)- 50.0 MP + 2.0 MP
• Rear Camera F Number (Multiple)- F1.8 , F2.4
• Rear Camera – Auto Focus- Yes
• Rear Camera Zoom- Digital Zoom up to 10x
• Front Camera Resolution- 8.0 MP
• Front Camera F Number- F2.0
• Video Recording Resolution- FHD (1920 x 1080)@60fps
• Slow Motion- 120fps @HD

Storage/Memory

• Memory- 4GB
• Storage- 64GB/ 128GB
• Available Storage (GB)102.1
• External Storage Support- Micro SD (Up to 1TB)

Network/Bearer

• Number of SIM- Dual-SIM
• SIM size- Nano-SIM (4FF)
• Infra- 2G GSM, 3G WCDMA, 4G LTE FDD, 4G LTE TDD
• 2G GSM -GSM850, GSM900, DCS1800
• 3G UMTS- B1(2100), B5(850), B8(900)
• 4G FDD LTE- B1(2100), B3(1800), B5(850), B7(2600), B8(900), B20(800), B28(700)
• 4G TDD LTE- B38(2600), B40(2300), B41(2500)

Connectivity

• USB Interface- USB Type-C
• USB Version- USB 2.0
• Location Technology- GPS, Glonass, Beidou, Galileo
• Earjack- 3.5mm Stereo
• Wi-Fi – 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac 2.4G+5GHz, VHT80
• Wi-Fi Direct- Yes
• Bluetooth Version- Bluetooth v5.3
• PC Sync – Smart Switch (PC version)

OS

• Android 14 (Upside Down Cake)

Sensors

• Accelerometer, Light Sensor, Proximity Sensor

Battery

• Battery Capacity (mAh)- 5000
• Removable- No

Audio and Video

• Video Playing Format- MP4, M4V, 3GP, 3G2, AVI, FLV, MKV, WEBM
• Video Playing Resolution- FHD (1920 x 1080) @60fps
• Audio Playing Format – MP3, M4A, 3GA, AAC, OGG, OGA, WAV, AMR, AWB, FLAC, MID, MIDI, XMF, MXMF, IMY, RTTTL, RTX, OTA

Services and Applications

• Gear Support- Galaxy Buds2 Pro, Galaxy Buds Pro, Galaxy Buds Live, Galaxy Buds+, Galaxy Buds2, Galaxy Buds, Galaxy Fit2, Galaxy Fit e, Galaxy Fit, Galaxy Watch6, Galaxy Watch5, Galaxy Watch4, Galaxy Watch3, Galaxy Watch, Galaxy Watch Active2, Galaxy Watch Active, Gear Fit2 Pro, Gear Fit2, Gear Sport, Gear S3, Gear S2