Samsung Unveils Galaxy A17 5G and Tab A11

Samsung unveiled the Galaxy A17 5G smartphone and the Galaxy Tab A11 tablet on Tuesday, bringing both devices to the United States market next month as affordable options with enhanced software support and artificial intelligence features.

The Galaxy A17 5G, successor to the Galaxy A16 5G that led Android smartphone sales in the final quarter of 2025, will go on sale January 7 for $199.99. It will be available through carriers including AT&T, T-Mobile, Metro by T-Mobile and Verizon, as well as Samsung Experience Stores and major retailers. The phone comes in black, blue and gray color options and features a single configuration with 4GB of RAM and 128GB of internal storage, expandable up to 2TB via microSD card.

Key specifications include a 6.7-inch FHD Super AMOLED display with a 90Hz refresh rate for smooth scrolling, protected by Gorilla Glass Victus. The device is powered by Samsung's Exynos 1330 processor and includes a 5,000mAh battery that supports 25W wired fast charging, reaching 50 percent capacity in 30 minutes according to Samsung. It also carries an IP54 rating for dust and water resistance.

The camera system comprises a 50-megapixel main rear sensor with optical...