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The Samsung Galaxy S8 and S8+ were unveiled on 29 March 2017, with pre-orders in Australia opening on 31 March and concluding on 27 April 2017. The devices were officially released in Australia on 28 April 2017. The Galaxy S8 was one of Samsung's most expensive smartphones at the time, with a price tag of $1,199 for the 5.8 model and $1,349 for the 6.2 model.
| Characteristics | Values |
|---|---|
| Release date in Australia | 28 April 2017 |
| Pre-order dates in Australia | 31 March 2017 to 27 April 2017 |
| Price in Australia | AUD 1,199 for the S8 and AUD 1,349 for the S8+ |
| Screen size | 5.8 inches for the S8 and 6.2 inches for the S8+ |
| Colours available in Australia | Midnight Black, Orchid Grey, and Maple Gold |
| Processor | Qualcomm MSM 8998 Snapdragon 835 octa-core |
| Camera | 12 MP HD rear camera and 8 MP front camera |
| Operating System | Android v7.0 Nougat |
| Features | Iris and face recognition, Bixby voice assistant, Samsung DeX docking station |
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What You'll Learn
- The Samsung Galaxy S8 was released in Australia on 28 April 2017
- The S8 and S8+ were unveiled on 29 March 2017
- Pre-orders in Australia opened on 31 March 2017
- The S8 and S8+ were priced at $1,199 and $1,349 AUD, respectively
- The S8 was available in Midnight Black, Orchid Grey, and Maple Gold in Australia
The Samsung Galaxy S8 was released in Australia on 28 April 2017
The Samsung Galaxy S8 was released with a 5.8" screen and a AUD 1,199 price tag. The S8+ model was also released, featuring a 6.2" screen and a AUD 1,349 price tag. The smartphones were available in Australia in Midnight Black, Orchid Grey, and Maple Gold.
The Samsung Galaxy S8 was the eighth generation of the Samsung Galaxy S series, succeeding the Samsung Galaxy S7 and S7 Edge. The S8 featured upgraded hardware and major design changes, including a taller screen with curved sides, iris and face recognition, and a shift from Micro-USB to USB-C charging. The smartphone was one of the first Android phones to support ARCore, Google's augmented reality engine.
The Samsung Galaxy S8 was well-received by critics, with The Verge praising its "cutting-edge features and design with fewer issues than other Android phones." The smartphone was also praised for its "optimal viewing experience" and innovative features such as Bixby and DeX. However, some critics noted that the placement of the fingerprint sensor was perplexing, and that the phone's performance was not noticeably faster than other premium phones on the market.
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The S8 and S8+ were unveiled on 29 March 2017
The Samsung Galaxy S8 and S8+ were unveiled on 29 March 2017, with pre-orders in Australia beginning on 31 March. The S8 and S8+ were Samsung's latest flagship devices at the time, offering a 5.8-inch or 6.2-inch 'infinity display' that wrapped from edge to edge. The home button was replaced with a touch-sensitive 'digital home key', and the phone featured a USB-C port for superfast charging.
The S8 and S8+ were released in Australia on 28 April 2017, with a recommended retail price of $1,199 for the S8 and $1,349 for the S8+. The phones were available in three colours in Australia: Midnight Black, Orchid Grey, and Maple Gold.
The S8 and S8+ featured upgraded hardware and major design changes compared to their predecessors, the S7 and S7 Edge. These changes included larger screens with curved sides, iris and face recognition, and a new virtual assistant, Bixby. The phones also introduced Samsung DeX, a docking station that allowed users to connect a keyboard, mouse, and monitor to use their phone as an Android-based computer.
The Samsung Galaxy S8 and S8+ were well-received, with praise for their design, performance, and features. They were considered fast and responsive, with cutting-edge features and fewer issues than other Android phones on the market at the time. The S8 and S8+ received software updates throughout their lifecycle, including support for Google's Daydream virtual reality platform and the Android 8.0 "Oreo" update.
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Pre-orders in Australia opened on 31 March 2017
Pre-orders for the Samsung Galaxy S8 and S8+ opened in Australia on 31 March 2017. The Galaxy S8 was unveiled on 29 March 2017, with pre-orders beginning the following day in the US. The Australian pre-orders closed on 27 April 2017.
The Samsung Galaxy S8 and S8+ were available to pre-order from Samsung Electronics Australia and its operator or retail partners. The RRP for the Galaxy S8 was $1,199, and $1,349 for the S8+. Those who pre-ordered received a free Gear VR with a motion-sensing wireless controller (RRP $199) and a $50 Oculus content voucher.
The Samsung Galaxy S8 and S8+ were released in Australia on 28 April 2017. The devices were first launched in New York and were available with a 5.8-inch or 6.2-inch screen. The S8 and S8+ were an upgrade on the S7 line, with larger screens, curved sides, and new virtual assistant features.
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The S8 and S8+ were priced at $1,199 and $1,349 AUD, respectively
The Samsung Galaxy S8 and S8+ were officially unveiled on 29 March 2017, with pre-orders in Australia beginning on 31 March and concluding on 27 April 2017. The devices were then released in Australia on 28 April 2017.
In terms of design, the S8 and S8+ featured an 'infinity display', with a digital home button and an edge-to-edge screen, maximising screen real estate. The Australian colour options for the S8 included Midnight Black, Orchid Grey, and Maple Gold.
The S8 and S8+ also introduced new features such as iris and face recognition, the virtual assistant Bixby, and Samsung DeX, a docking station that enabled a 'desktop experience' for Android. Additionally, the shift from Micro-USB to USB-C charging offered advanced capabilities like superfast charging.
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The S8 was available in Midnight Black, Orchid Grey, and Maple Gold in Australia
The Samsung Galaxy S8 and S8+ were officially unveiled on 29 March 2017, with pre-orders in Australia beginning on 30 March and concluding on 27 April 2017. The devices were then released in Australia on 28 April 2017.
The S8 was available in three colours in Australia: Midnight Black, Orchid Grey, and Maple Gold. These colours were part of Samsung's play for the fashion-forward market, with blue and silver colour options also available outside of Australia.
The S8 and S8+ featured upgraded hardware and major design changes compared to their predecessors, including larger screens with a taller aspect ratio and curved sides. The home button was replaced with a touch-sensitive 'digital home key', and the devices featured edge-to-edge displays, with the screen stretching to the edges in a 'liquid' fashion.
The S8 and S8+ also introduced new features such as iris and face recognition, a virtual assistant called Bixby, and a shift from Micro-USB to USB-C charging, enabling superfast charging of the S8's batteries.
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Frequently asked questions
The Samsung Galaxy S8 was released in Australia on 28 April 2017.
The Samsung Galaxy S8 had a retail price of AUD 1,199, while the Samsung Galaxy S8+ was priced at AUD 1,349.
Pre-orders for the Samsung Galaxy S8 and S8+ in Australia started on 31 March 2017 and ended at midnight on 27 April 2017.
Customers who pre-ordered the Samsung Galaxy S8 or S8+ received a free Gear VR with a motion-sensing wireless controller (worth AUD 199) and a AUD 50 Oculus content voucher.
