The Samsung I8530 Galaxy Beam was a smartphone released in 2012 that featured a 4 inch display with a resolution of 480x800 pixels. It was powered by a 1 GHz dual-core processor and had a 5MP rear camera and a 0.3MP front-facing camera.
Samsung I8530 Galaxy Beam Price
At the time of it's release in 2012, July, the manufacturer's retail price for a new Samsung I8530 Galaxy Beam was about 240 EUR.
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Frequently Asked Questions(FAQs)
What is the screen size of Samsung I8530 Galaxy Beam?
4.0 inches
What is the battery capacity of Samsung I8530 Galaxy Beam?
2000 mAh
How to reset or factory restore Samsung I8530 Galaxy Beam device?
If you want to reset or factory restore your Samsung I8530 Galaxy Beam, you have a variety of options available to you, including using the built-in recovery menu, using the Samsung Kies software, and using the Samsung Smart Switch app. Here are the steps to factory reset your device using each method: 1. Using the Built-in Recovery Menu: a. Turn off your device. b. Press and hold the power key and the volume up button together until the Samsung Galaxy logo appears. c. Release the power key, but continue to hold the volume up button. d. Wait for the "Android System Recovery" menu to appear. e. Highlight "Wipe data/factory reset" using the volume keys and press the power key to confirm. f. Wait for the recovery process to complete, which may take several minutes. g. Reboot your device. 2. Using the Samsung Kies Software: a. Connect your device to your computer using a USB cable. b. Open the Samsung Kies software on your computer and select "Backup and Restore мобіль". c. Click on the "Backup" option to create a backup of your device. d. Disconnect your device from your computer and remove the USB cable. e. Turn off your device. f. Press and hold the power key and the volume up button together until the Samsung Galaxy logo appears. g. Release the power key, but continue to hold the volume up button. h. Wait for the "Android System Recovery" menu to appear. i. Highlight "Wipe data/factory reset" using the volume keys and press the power key to confirm. j. Reboot your device. 3. Using the Samsung Smart Switch App: a. Open the Samsung Smart Switch app on your device. b. Login to your Samsung account. c. Tap on the "Backup" option. d. Select "Backup Now". e. Follow the prompts to backup your device. f. Disconnect your device from your account. g. Turn off your device. h. Press and hold the power key and the volume up button together until the Samsung Galaxy logo appears. i. Release the power key, but continue to hold the volume up button. j. Wait for the "Android System Recovery" menu to appear. k. Highlight "Wipe data/factory reset" using the volume keys and press the power key to confirm. l. Reboot your device. It is recommended to create a backup of your device before factory resetting to prevent any loss of data. Additionally, it is important to note that factory resetting your device will erase all user data and settings, so it is not recommended if you have important information on your device that you do not want to lose.
What is the operating system of Samsung I8530 Galaxy Beam?
Android 2.3 (Gingerbread)
Specifications
Network
| Technology | GSM / HSPA |
|---|---|
| 2G bands | GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900 |
| 3G bands | HSDPA 850 / 900 / 1900 / 2100 |
| Speed | HSPA 14.4/5.76 Mbps |
Launch
| Announced | 2012, February. Released 2012, July |
|---|---|
| Status | Discontinued |
Body
| Dimensions | 124 x 64.2 x 12.5 mm (4.88 x 2.53 x 0.49 in) |
|---|---|
| Weight | 145.3 g (5.11 oz) |
| SIM | Mini-SIM |
| Built-in nHD projector | |
Display
| Type | TFT |
|---|---|
| Size | 4.0 inches, 45.5 cm2 (~57.2% screen-to-body ratio) |
| Resolution | 480 x 800 pixels, 5:3 ratio (~233 ppi density) |
Platform
| OS | Android 2.3.6 (Gingerbread), upgradable to 4.1 (Jelly Bean), TouchWiz UI 4 |
|---|---|
| Chipset | NovaThor U8500 |
| CPU | Dual-core 1.0 GHz Cortex-A9 |
| GPU | Mali-400 |
Memory
| Card slot | microSDHC (dedicated slot) |
|---|---|
| Internal | 8GB 768MB RAM |
Main Camera
| Single | 5 MP, AF |
|---|---|
| Features | LED flash |
| Video | 720p@30fps |
Selfie camera
| Single | 1.3 MP |
|---|---|
| Video |
Sound
| Loudspeaker | Yes |
|---|---|
| 3.5mm jack | Yes |
Comms
| WLAN | Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, DLNA, hotspot |
|---|---|
| Bluetooth | 3.0, A2DP |
| Positioning | GPS, A-GPS |
| Radio | Stereo FM radio, RDS |
| USB | microUSB 2.0 |
Features
| Sensors | Accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass |
|---|
Battery
| Type | Removable Li-Ion 2000 mAh battery |
|---|---|
| Stand-by | Up to 760 h (2G) / Up to 760 h (3G) |
| Talk time | Up to 20 h (2G) / Up to 9 h 40 min (3G) |
Misc
| Colors | Black |
|---|---|
| Models | GT-I8530 |
| SAR | 0.36 W/kg (head) 0.78 W/kg (body) |
| SAR EU | 0.28 W/kg (head) |
| Price | About 240 EUR |
Tests
| Display | Contrast ratio: 1048 (nominal) / 1.315:1 (sunlight) |
|---|---|
| Camera | Photo / Video |
| Loudspeaker | Voice 65dB / Noise 64dB / Ring 66dB |
| Audio quality | Noise -88.6dB / Crosstalk -89.1dB |
| Battery life | Endurance rating 52h |
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