Samsung Announces U.S. Availability of Galaxy A16 5G Smartphone and Galaxy Fit3 Smartwatch

(PR) Samsung Electronics America announced availability for the latest additions to its mobile portfolio in the U.S. including Galaxy A16 5G¹ smartphone and Galaxy Fit3 fitness tracker.

As the latest addition to the A series lineup in the U.S., Galaxy A16 5G offers a powerful and reliable entry point into the Galaxy smartphone experience. Galaxy A16 5G brings significant improvements to A series, combining immersive visuals, sleek designs, and more security to elevate everyday experiences.

With a slim and sporty design, Galaxy Fit3 provides the basics you need to track your wellness journey —including daily steps, heart rate,² and more.

Galaxy A16 5G: Immersive Display, High Resolution Cameras, and Enhanced Performance

Galaxy A16 5G carries forward Samsung’s distinctive Galaxy design language while offering improvements over its predecessor with slimmer bezels, a thinner body, and redesigned side frames for a refined look and feel.

Its 6.7″ FHD+ Super AMOLED display³ offers scenes with true-to-life colors and clarity. With up to a 90Hz refresh rate and 800nit peak brightness, the display is ideal for staying connected, watching videos, or gaming in any environment.

Galaxy A16 5G comes equipped with a versatile camera system including a 50MP main sensor that captures stunning photos in a wide range of conditions. It’s accompanied by a 5MP ultra-wide, 2MP macro lens, and a 13MP front camera — enabling Galaxy A16 5G to capture detailed and vibrant photos and images. Plus, with Edit Suggestions⁴ you can instantly tweak your shots with fast and fun edits right on the device.

Galaxy A16 5G features an advanced Exynos 1330 processor, ensuring smooth and powerful performance for high-quality videos, games, and multitasking. A long-lasting 5000mAh battery with 25W Super-Fast Charging capability enables you to stay connected throughout the day.⁵

Galaxy A16 5G uses Samsung Knox Vault to protect personal information, ensuring it stays safe from potential threats. For added peace of mind against physical damage, the device is IP54-rated for dust resistance and protection from splashed water.⁶ Galaxy A16 5G will also receive 6 generations of One UI and Android OS upgrades, as well as 6 years of security updates, keeping the device secure and up to date for years to come.

Galaxy Fit3: Simple and Powerful Health Tracking with the Connected Galaxy Ecosystem Experience

Galaxy Fit3 is designed with an aluminum body and 1.6-inch display, 45% wider than the previous model, making it easier to check detailed insights right from your wrist. It’s lightweight and comfortable with battery life up to 13 days⁷ making it perfect for daily, around-the-clock use.

Comfortably wear Galaxy Fit3 throughout the night to track your sleep patterns,⁸ detect snoring,⁹ and monitor blood oxygen levels. Based on individual sleep patterns, Galaxy Fit3 provides personalized Sleep Coaching and meaningful insights to help you better understand your sleep habits.

Track more than 100 types of workouts anytime, anywhere and easily review your exercise data to measure progress and achieve your goals. Galaxy Fit3 also gives users a deeper understanding of their overall health, by offering in-depth health metrics including heart rate and stress levels. You can also download and access the free Samsung Health app on your Galaxy A16 5G, or other compatible Galaxy smartphone, to gain deeper insights on your daily movement and more.

Galaxy Fit3 features a 5ATM rating and IP68-rated water and dust resistance,¹⁰ so you can enjoy outdoor activities in a variety of environments. Galaxy Fit3 also features Fall Detection.¹¹ When an abnormal fall is detected, Galaxy Fit3 gives you the option to call emergency services on your nearby phone. You can also send an Emergency SOS immediately by pressing the side button five times if your phone is close by.

Galaxy Fit3 offers access to a range of capabilities within the connected Samsung Galaxy ecosystem. Use Galaxy Fit3 to remotely control your Galaxy A16 5G or other Galaxy smartphone camera when taking photos and setting timers, or easily control media on your compatible connected device. You can also automatically sync modes between your Galaxy Fit3 and paired smartphone or get help finding your smartphone with the Find My Phone feature on Galaxy Fit3, which sounds an alarm for easy detection.

You can personalize your tracker with over 100 preset watch faces or set your own photos as the background. For even more control, you can easily switch your watch band with the one-click button to complement your outfit and daily routine.

Pricing and Availability

Galaxy A16 5G and Fit3 are both available at national retailers, carriers, and Samsung.com beginning January 9, 2025, in the U.S.

Galaxy A16 5G starts at $199.99 in Blue Black and Light Gray color options.

Galaxy Fit3 starts at $59.99 and comes in three case color options including Gray, Silver, and Pink Gold.

Purchase Galaxy A16 5G and receive 50% off Galaxy Fit3 on Samsung.com.¹²

To learn more about Galaxy A16 5G visit https://www.samsung.com/us/smartphones/galaxy-a16-5g/. To learn more about Galaxy Fit3 visit https://www.samsung.com/us/watches/galaxy-fit3/

Footnotes

¹Terms and conditions; 1/9/25 – 2/9/25, while supplies last, on samsung.com or in the Samsung Shop App. Must purchase a Galaxy A16 5G (“Qualifying Purchase”) and Galaxy Fit3 (“Promotional Product(s)”) in the same transaction through the Qualifying Purchase buy/add-on page. Discount automatically reflected at checkout. If you return or cancel your Qualifying Purchase, you must return the Promotional Product with your Qualifying Purchase or pay for the Promotional Product in full. This offer is non-transferable and limited to 1 per Qualifying Purchase. Void where prohibited or restricted by law.

² Requires optimal 5G network connection, available in select markets. Check with your carrier for availability

and details. Download and streaming speeds may vary based on content provider, server connection and other

factors.

³ Heart rate software functions are not intended for medical use.

⁴ Measured diagonally, the screen size is 6.7″ in the full rectangle and 6.5″ accounting for the rounded corners. Actual viewable area is less due to the rounded corners and the camera cutout.

5 Edit Suggestion is compatible with JPG, PNG, GIF and MP4 formats. Edit results and quality may vary depending on the photography or filming condition. Accuracy of results is not guaranteed.

⁶ 25W Super Fast Charger sold separately. Super Fast Charging speed depends on battery level and other factors; use only Samsung-approved chargers and cables; do not use any worn or damaged chargers or cables; incompatible charger or cable can cause serious injuries or damage to your device.

⁷ IP54 rating for water and dust resistance. Water resistance based on laboratory test conditions for exposure to splashes of fresh water. Not advised for beach or pool use. Dust resistance based on laboratory test conditions, with limited protection against dust ingress.

⁸ Based on typical use with Always On Display turned off (default setting); results may vary.

⁹ Galaxy Fit3 must be paired with a compatible smartphone, and requires Samsung Health app and Samsung account.

¹⁰ Not intended for use in the diagnosis of disease or other conditions, or in the cure, mitigation, treatment or prevention of disease. Galaxy Fit3 must be paired with a compatible smartphone within 2 feet of user, with snore detection enabled through Samsung Health app.

¹¹ Consistent with 5 ATM water-resistance classification (up to 50m of water for up to 10 minutes) and IP68 rating (up to 6 feet of water for up to 30 minutes). Rinse residue / dry after wet.

¹² Fall detection is not intended to diagnose, cure, mitigate, treat or prevent disease or other conditions. Requires network connection to notify emergency contact. GPS accuracy may be affected by obstructions to satellite signal such as buildings.

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