Samsung's Galaxy A8 and Galaxy A8 Plus are brilliant midrange smartphones. But what's the difference between them and should you upgrade?

Update: Pre-orders have now opened for the Samsung Galaxy A8 in South Korea. Here's what you need to know about Samsung's new mid-range phones, the Galaxy A8 (2018) and Galaxy A8 Plus (2018).

The Samsung Galaxy A8 and A8 Plus will have plenty of premium touches and cost less than a Galaxy S8 or Note 8.

Samsung positions the Tab A8 as both an entertainment and a work device, saying that it’s the perfect tablet for living, learning, and working from home.