This phone is designed to work on select GSM networks and is 4G LTE capable. LTE is an advanced cellular network data protocol capable of data speeds so fast that they compete with wired broadband Internet providers. With an LTE connection, this phone should have no problem streaming HD video, downloading apps, uploading photos, or anything else that requires a high-speed data connection. The phone is also backwards compatible with 3G and 2G data for instances when you can’t get LTE. In addition to cellular wireless, this phone also features Bluetooth and Wi-Fi connectivity. The full list of compatible carrier frequencies can be found here, the frequencies this phone supports can be found in the product specs.

Note: Not compatible with all cellular networks. Please make sure your provider uses a frequency or band that this phone supports. You can check which bands this phone works with in the Specifications.

The A710M is an international variant of the 2nd Gen Galaxy A7 Duos. The A710M’s LTE radio is tuned to frequencies that are most often used in the United States and North America, as well as Europe and elsewhere. To ensure this phone will work with your carrier, please check to make sure the frequencies your carrier uses are supported by this phone.

Because the A710M is an international variant, the language of the box and the default language of the phone may not be in English. Also, an international AC to USB adapter may be included.

Dual SIM Dual Standby (DSDS) Dual SIM Dual Standby (DSDS) allows you to lower your mobile costs when traveling while staying connected. Once your SIM cards are installed, you will be able to receive phone calls and text messages from either without needing to manually choose which one is active. When you want to make a call or send an SMS message, you can select the correct SIM card. When one SIM card is being used for a phone call, the other will not be active until you hang up. Operator charges may apply.

Note: Second SIM card slot is shared with the microSDXC slot. If using two SIM cards in the device, you may not insert a microSD card.

The Android operating system integrates heavily with Google’s services. Using the card-based Google Now, Android quickly surfaces information for you whenever you need it, powered by the same Knowledge Engine that runs Google’s web search. It’s a personalized and customizable OS, allowing you to add your favorite apps or widgets to your homescreen. You can even download new themes using the Google Play Store, which offers access to more than one million apps, games, books, music, movies, and more. Android 5.1 is the second version of the OS known as Lollipop. It takes the myriad improvements from Android 5.0-the “Material Design” visual overhaul, revamped multitasking, and multi-user support-and goes even further, adding official support for HD Voice, added security features such as Device Protection, and more.

• 802.11 a/b/g/n Wi-Fi
• Wi-Fi Direct, hotspot
• Bluetooth 4.1 + EDR
• NFC
• ANT+
• A-GPS with GLONASS/BDS
• FM radio