Samsung Galaxy M31 Mobile Phone; Sim Free Smartphone - Blue [Amazon Exclusive], (UK Version)

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Much like the A series, Samsung’s marketing for the M range has focussed on three core features: the screen, the camera and the battery life. While we’ll get to the latter two in just a moment, I’m happy to report that Samsung’s nailed it with the screen on the M31, arguably being the phone’s best feature (aside from the price).

At 159.2 x 75.1 x 8.9mm and 191g, the Galaxy M31 is a hefty phone by modern standards. Having been recently accustomed to the lightweight nature of the Pixel 3a XL, the M31 felt like a mammoth by comparison. But with that extra weight comes a feeling of heft, letting you know that this is still a solid product, even if it is at the affordable end of the spectrum. The noticeable yet random lag in the camera app was also a tad disturbing. There were quite a few instances when the camera captured the image a fraction of a second later, which is often what differentiates between a good shot and a great one. The perfect bird formation or your pet's expression could just pass by without getting framed. The Galaxy M31 proves that having a multi-day battery life doesn’t cost the Earth, and if you were planning on using the M31 as your main media device of choice, this unbelievable battery life paired with the phone’s AMOLED screen makes for a match-made in heaven. You could binge content for hours on this thing. On the rear, Samsung has gone for a minimalist design, which is something that I liked given the heavy-duty stuff that's par for the course these days. All you have is the quad-camera setup and LED flash housed in a rectangular camera module and the Samsung branding.

Of course, even with that high-end FHD+ resolution, there’s no getting around the fact that if you want to dive into the full-screen experience, you’re going to have to deal with the notch cutting into the action. Granted, it’s minuscule compared to the likes of Apple’s now seriously outdated shelf, but it’s still there. For example, if you didn’t use a Samsung Galaxy M31 cover when the damage occurred, there is a high chance that some internal parts are damaged. On the other hand, if the phone wasn’t equipped with a Samsung M31 screen protector, you probably might need a screen repair. The 25W charger supplied with the device looks sturdy and can top up your smartphone in just over an hour and in almost half an hour you get around 50% of battery that is good enough to last for a day in most cases. Final verdict

Keep in mind that as a member of our Club Trendy, you get a 7% discount on all our accessories which are not already on sale. If you’re looking for an affordable smartphone, chances are you’ve been eyeing up the likes of the Moto G8 or the Moto G8 Pro, but the Samsung Galaxy has them both beat on two crucial factors: battery life and the display. I played various games on the phone, like PUBG, Asphalt 9, NFS No Limits and could experience the same slight stutter and occasional frame drops. After a PUBG session of around 30 minutes, the rear panel started warming up, though it never went to the level of being uncomfortable. For regular games and media consumption, this phone is just perfect thanks to the large and bright display coupled with a huge battery. The Galaxy M series has proved extremely popular around the world and its newest addition, Galaxy M31, is set to continue that success” said Conor Pierce, Corporate Vice-President of Samsung UK & Ireland. “The M31 brings innovation to where people want it most; a beautiful display, powerful camera and huge battery life; and all this at a very accessible price point.” For more information about the Galaxy M31, visit: https://news.samsung.com/uk/; www.samsungmobilepress.com, news.samsung.com/galaxy.Video is also a bit of a mixed bag. Amazingly, the Galaxy M31 can shoot in 4K, but the 4K mode is incompatible with the camera’s in-built stabilisation, so you really need a gimbal to get the most out of it. While video stabilisation is available when shooting in HD, the process seemed to bring the fps rate down to a screeching halt, so it’s best avoided here. Should you buy the Samsung Galaxy M31? In addition, the 6.4” Infinity-U super AMOLED display combined with Dolby Atmos sound makes for an immersive and cinematic viewing experience. something covered by our warranty (an "in warranty repair") or something not covered by our warranty For instance, there’s very little bloatware with the exception of Samsung’s own variety of apps which tend to have their uses, although why I’d ever need to use the Galaxy Store when Google’s App Store is right there, is beyond me.

I kid of course, I don’t happen to share the same disdain for the inclusion of macro cameras on smartphones that other critics do, and it’s fun to snap an artsy shot of a bug or a flower every now and then, but let’s face it, the real meat and potatoes are the ultra-wide and main cameras. That’s miles better than any phone we’ve previously tested, lasting 90 minutes longer than our previous winner, the Lenovo P2, which reached 28hrs 50mins under the same conditions.The chipset does not appear capable of handling heavy-duty tasks and is not ideal for graphic-intensive games. My attempt to multi-task on the device while editing a small video clip appeared tough to handle for the phone, which went into a bit of a drag and performed inconsistently. What does this mean for real-world battery life? Well, you should comfortably hit two days of use on a single charge, with perhaps a little bit of wiggle room on day three, too. On a personal note, I accidentally left it switched on in my desk drawer for an entire weekend, and it only dropped 2% of its total charge (without a SIM card inside). Samsung Galaxy M31 review: Cameras

Having gotten accustomed to using the Pixel 3a XL’s streamlined and near flawless version of Android 10. Samsung’s custom skin feels very clunky, even if it’s not the worst out there. Galaxy M31 is just as capable when it comes to video, with 4K video recording, hyperlapse, slow-mo and super-steady modes. In addition, it has a dedicated Night Mode for stunning low light photography. The 32MP front camera also supports 4k video recording and slow-mo selfies.All functionality, features, specifications and other product information provided in this document including, but not limited to, the benefits, design, pricing, components, performance, availability, and capabilities of the product are subject to change without notice. Since this is how a regular user would use the phone, you can expect a similar experience. Apart from keeping itself charged for longer durations, the massive battery can power other gadgets on the go. The Type-C to USB Type-C cable that is shipped with the phone comes in handy for charging other gadgets in case required.