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Samsung Brings $199 Galaxy A17 5G and $249 Tab A11+ to the U.S. in Early January

Samsung extends long-term software support alongside AI features to its budget lineup.

Overview

  • Galaxy A17 5G goes on sale January 7 for $199.99 with an Exynos 1330, 4GB RAM, 128GB storage, a 6.7-inch 90Hz Super AMOLED display, and a 5,000 mAh battery with 25W charging.
  • The phone adds durability and camera upgrades for its class, including Gorilla Glass Victus, an IP54 rating, and a 50MP main camera with optical image stabilization.
  • Samsung guarantees six generations of Android OS upgrades and six years of security updates for the A17 5G.
  • Galaxy Tab A11+ arrives January 8 for about $249 with an 11-inch 90Hz LCD, 7,040 mAh battery with 25W charging, microSD expansion, a 3.5mm headphone jack, DeX Standalone, and new AI tools like Circle to Search and easy access to Gemini.
  • Carriers and retailers plan broad availability, though reports conflict on the Tab A11+ chipset and update commitment, which await clarification on final U.S. spec sheets.