Samsung Galaxy A53 5G Review | The best Sammy mid-ranger?

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Reviewing the Samsung Galaxy A53 5G after one week of using it as my personal phone, for mobile gaming, shooting photos and home movies with the camera, and everything else. Here's my thoughts on the Samsung A53 5G vs last year's A52 and A52s, some of the best mid-range smartphones you can still get in 2022.
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Gamers will likely want to look elsewhere like the OnePlus Nord 2, unless you're happy enough with PubG and CoDM. Genshin Impact is a juddery experience on the Galaxy A53, even with detail settings on low. Likewise, the headphone jack has been culled for Samsung's latest model.
However, those grumbles aside, this is still a fantastic mid-range phone in many ways. For one, the camera can handle a wide variety of scenarios, with respectable portrait smarts and Single Take mode on board. The Samsung Galaxy A53 5G can shoot good looking 4K video as well, if lighting isn't too rubbish.
Battery life is better than ever with a bigger 5000mAh cell on board, while the media chops are still strong. You have expandable storage, a gorgeous Super AMOLED screen, Dolby Atmos support and more.
Have you been using this blower as your smartphone? Let us know your own thoughts below and check out my OneUI 4 video for more on the software side!
Samsung Galaxy A53 5G Review Chapters:
0:00 - At least it's short
0:36 - Design
2:18 - Features & OneUI 4.1
3:58 - Display & audio
4:58 - Performance & gaming
6:17 - Battery life
7:29 - Cameras
9:59 - Verdict

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@pedroalbuquerquebs 2 жыл бұрын

One of my favorite things about modern Samsung phones is the promise of longer software support.

@varun1036 2 жыл бұрын

Fair point. Even the Pixel phones don't get that kinda software support from Google lol!

@pedroalbuquerquebs 2 жыл бұрын

@@varun1036 Exactly

@kierenkd 2 жыл бұрын

How long now? 4 years?

@yogiealfin3679 2 жыл бұрын

@@kierenkd 4 major os update plus 5 year of security

@nomenbanda 2 жыл бұрын

Better then Xiaomi

@razztech3659 2 жыл бұрын

Definitely love all you’re reviews and unboxing videos, I always get a hearty chuckle as well , keep up the great work!

@DJKennyMan 2 жыл бұрын

Another great informative video sir. Thanks for the hard work producing it.

@jamesrichards161 2 жыл бұрын

Basically same but with bigger battery which is the selling point. I'm still happy with my a52 and the latest update to UI4.1 has helped alot at UI4.0 wasn't great on battery life. Great work as always uncle spurt!

@robertrenken9774 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for your review of this, and others, mid-range phone. With the rising cost of living many of us will have to opt for one of these instead of a flagship.

@irfanm5892 2 жыл бұрын

The normal population doesnt even need a flagship device.

@wizzgamer 2 жыл бұрын

Dam right

@MRJLS15 2 жыл бұрын

your video is so great thank you so much for making this video and giving me an in-depth review because I have been totally thinking about getting this phone

@Apexmind68 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you for keeping us updated sir, We are arriving 1 million very soon.

@wendyjagrup998 Жыл бұрын

I love you for reviewing mid range phones, thank you so much

@aa-sto 2 жыл бұрын

I've had my A53 since 31st March now and I agree it's a good mid range phone. However I've noticed it does stutter, the 120hz refresh rate particularly struggles. Apps like messenger etc are fine but Spotify seems to take its time to open. No issues with gaming. I've been a avid iphone fan for years, however ive just got rid of the iphone 13 mini (battery was poor). This is my first personal android phone and I'm pleasantly surprised! Screen and photos particularly impressive. I've no regrets swaping👍

@Oyzatt Жыл бұрын

I've the iPhone 12 and I'm considering getting the same device as well. So how's the battery life so far?

@1966wilky Жыл бұрын

I have an iPhone 6s Plus and when I’m out and about I get a paltry 30 mins of battery life. Nice to know this Galaxy model is a bit sturdy and can cope with being dropped. I had an a12 model for less than a month and it slipped from my lap to the concrete ground very gently but that was enough to shatter the screen.

@1966wilky Жыл бұрын

@J L I have now! And a tempered glass screen protector. But not before I’d paid fifty quid to get it fixed and then dropping it again! 🤦‍♀️

@1966wilky Жыл бұрын

@J L Thanks but it’s only a mobile phone. I was laughing at my own stupidity in my last comment and I have it protected now 🙂

@6cufc Жыл бұрын

I have the 12 mini right now and thinking of getting this instead! Seeing your experience makes me want to go ahead cheers

@DilanSnape 2 жыл бұрын

Awesome presentation 👏🏻 keep it up. An one of my favourite channels all the time. 🔥💯🤘🏻🙂

@rynrbe3066 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks, great phone and according to other reviews, the software might be the main thing keeping this phone back from a better performance. Hope that the OS from Samsung will improve with future updates.

@topmech71 2 жыл бұрын

I got one and switched to nova launcher 7....seemed to make things snappier to me. Not a big fan of the one UI....and the baked in KZfaq app doesn't videos very well, software update maybe.

@kyleledotnet Жыл бұрын

just bought one a 256gb one for 319 euros in Samsung's Germany. Thank you for the review. Love the blue color.

@stevedowns1001 2 жыл бұрын

You had me with those craft beer pics❤️

@jaouadsemmatou5939 2 жыл бұрын

As always a great video,informative as usual,hilarious at times 🤣..send my regards to the good ol' united kingdom ❤

@rahalsoufiane2978 Жыл бұрын

Man your work is the best I see ❤

@martindicken5286 2 жыл бұрын

Marti from Birmingham UK here After watching this video I ended up buying this phone, despite its flaws it's perfect for me both in price and performance I'm not a heavy user so not noticed any struggle's as of yet, love the show keep it up

@arnasmiliauskas5592 Жыл бұрын

I love your videos.❤️ They are very helpful when choosing new phone. I can't decide should I get a52s that has better processor and headphone jack or a53 that has better battery and will be newer. I am actually linking more towards a52s. But I don't know 😭

@jeremycagle19 2 жыл бұрын

Great phone and a great review! Love that color.

@flicka25 2 жыл бұрын

Love your videos Chris....I have one of the big guys, the S21 Ultra BUT you never kow...some friends might need advice on what to buy...cheers....your kid is growing up fast bless.

@samgaffney2465 2 жыл бұрын

"David Lynchian nightmare", love it. Thanks for the review, might get one.

@K.Karlo01 2 жыл бұрын

Great review, thanks a lot!

@MrTommyRuane 5 ай бұрын

Great review.. Just picked up one yesterday after my ZFLIP 3 developed the black line of death.. Didn't fancy forking out €400...for a new screen do went with this. I'd say it's equally as good if not slightly better in the speed performance area, so I'm really happy with it. No more €1000 phones for me...

@jamesklusener 2 жыл бұрын

Tech spurt gives us a slice of life in every video Luv ya uncle spurt!

@jackhodgson6520 Жыл бұрын

I've currently got the a52s 5g so probably will be upgrading to the a53 in the near future great video 👍

@OlaJustin 2 жыл бұрын

Just letting your sponsors know that you are important by saying that this review made me pick up the A53 as my work phone solely because of the screen, water protection (No need for a headphone jack) and batteri life. 👌

@thesecretch1ldren471 Жыл бұрын

I've had my A53 for about 8 months now. It's a great phone - certainly compared to my S8 which had some awful battery - the display is phenomenal value, great battery life, Bluetooth works well with my headphones. Performance is something you notice day-to-day but definitely not something you should switch phones for so long as you're not a power user. Would definitely recommend 👌

@PeterHughes 2 жыл бұрын

After watching this review I bought the phone! I needed a reserve phone incase I dropped my S20 Ultra. I've been getting a bit annoyed with the Ultra since the last update were the camera seems to have been ruined. It won't focus properly and was really good before the update. Coming back to this A53. Put my SIM in it after buying it from Argos (here in the UK), and I'm gobsmacked, after having the flagship phones for years! It is shockingly good for its price point. I don't think I'll ever buy high end again.

@Imstarshine Жыл бұрын

How about now, how's the battery holding up, any gripes?

@PeterHughes Жыл бұрын

@STARSHINE No regrets at all. The A53 5G is a superb phone. Battery is still as great as ever. Just had the Android 13, 5.0 update yesterday, phone still running super smooth. The update was very large, here in the UK. Over 2 GB, but I think it looks great. The visual touches to it are awesome too.

@Imstarshine Жыл бұрын

@@PeterHughes thank you 😃

@shanepatrick641 Жыл бұрын

@@PeterHughes I have a refurbished Samsung galaxy S7, but the cameras are grainy which is really annoying. I might get the A53, would it be for me?? Would be an upgrade??

@vickjr98 Жыл бұрын

@@shanepatrick641 in my opinion, definitely an upgrade

@aryabastani 2 жыл бұрын

Had this phone for 2 weeks now. The performance was noticeably sluggish at the outset, but with time (and for reasons unknown) it seems to have settled down and it's as snappy as hell now. I'm very pleased with it.

@PyroFeenix 2 жыл бұрын

@@EatMyBacon000 I want to buy a new phone, is this phone snappy now?

@didyouvent8068 2 жыл бұрын

This is amazing bro ✌

@aryabastani 2 жыл бұрын

@@PyroFeenix I'm happy with the performance. It's not laggy.

@sirensong777 2 жыл бұрын

I see the camera is supposed to have high mp pictures, however mine are only 1-2 and some are grainy. I can't find a place to change the resolution in settings like usual.

@shanepatrick641 Жыл бұрын

@@sirensong777 try using an app called open camera. Makes my Samung S7's pictures look quite a bit better. I bought mine refurbished but the cameras are grainy. Open camera has helped.

@qasually 2 жыл бұрын

fire wallpapers as always. great video

@rikizin1732 2 жыл бұрын

Great review as always 💜 Now i have to decide between the xiaomi 12x or this competitive mid-ranger 😅

@The_Arby 2 жыл бұрын

Good Review Chris...Kinda funny Samsung wants more for the older A52s...When you getting in the A33 5G for review mate :-)

@jasontcp5757 2 жыл бұрын

A lot people think that the A52s is overall better phone, I just bought one despite the A53 being available

@bojantenja 2 жыл бұрын

It is....it have better SoC, it have an audio jack and it comes with charger in the box. Everything else is the same, just the price is 20% higher for a53.

@alexsmith1207 2 жыл бұрын

@@jasontcp5757 my dad brought a53 and it's the first mid range phone we brought for him and i had hands on since I'm with Samsung flagships (Note 20 ultra) and let me tell you I'm impressed with that A series. It's so fluid and that 120 hz on a midrange is insane.

@ogochukwuogbonna635 2 жыл бұрын

This was very helpful. Please do the A73 5g.

@seapanda-117 2 жыл бұрын

I really like that so many Samsung phones still use LCD screens. I honest would love to have an iPhone pro model that uses LCD and still packs in a great ppi.

@seapanda-117 2 жыл бұрын

@@Raiko05 I mean, yeah, I know Samsung has phones with amoled screens. I prefer lcd, and that’s why I’m glad they have a lot of phone with lcd screens.

@Giardintek 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for confirming, My next phone will be the A52s 5G, My Brother has the A52-5G, still rocking a Qualcomm chip and has all the bells and whistles this one has.

@TechNomadUK1 2 жыл бұрын

Is it true that the Galaxy A53 5G's front and rear cameras have better colours and dynamic range compared to the older A52s 5G? Or has the A52s had updates to its cameras?

@kushal809 2 жыл бұрын

Awesome video 🔥🔥👍

@quarq111 2 жыл бұрын

A cosy Streets of Rage session with a beer on the couch at 8:03? Subscribed

@ishinsoku3572 2 жыл бұрын

the review is as perfect as always but please tell us where do u get these anime wallpapers from so awesome 😂

@DM-jb9qn 2 жыл бұрын

Shalom Awesome work as always Love her attitude in the pics Dhanyavaad

@davidjohntough9115 2 жыл бұрын

I own a Samsung S22 Ultra and now my second phone is the A53 . Excellent mid ranger without the annoying ads of Xiaomi phones

@lescockerton7962 2 жыл бұрын

Would you recommend this phone over the OnePlus Nord 2T? Same dosh, but which is the better option?

@keyvanmehdipour143 2 жыл бұрын

I think who wants to play games, editing videos or something like these wich take the chipset on a heavy pressure should go for the A52s . But someone who wants to do other things on a smartphone should go for the a53. cause the better battery life , camera experience and longer software supporting.

@grapitho 2 жыл бұрын

Nice review! Really looking forward to this phone. Does it have the Protect Battery feature which limits the charge to 85%?

@carlcaspersen123 2 жыл бұрын

A52s has it, so I think A53 also have it

@grapitho 2 жыл бұрын

@@carlcaspersen123 got it. Thanks!

@aa-sto 2 жыл бұрын

Yes it does

@adnankamal9 2 жыл бұрын

Hi. Nice video and very nice wallpapers. Can you share link for your wallpaper collection ?

@jazztwix236 2 жыл бұрын

Loving the Komi backgrounds lol

@bromptinowner763 11 ай бұрын

I bought one April, brilliant mid range phone I love it ! Battery life is good too !

@pechycheeks9328 Жыл бұрын

Thank you for this detailed review... I was planning to buy this phone for my mom as a Lunar New Year gift. After watching this, I will buy for my mom.

@lukasblur3500 Жыл бұрын

I just bought this today and was prepared to be underwhelmed due to the reports of lag and stutter. But I have not noticed any problems and all the apps I use run really smoothly.

@NiNGalaxU2 Жыл бұрын

We got this my sister for Christmas. Hope she’ll be happy about it

@OriginalOwner777 Жыл бұрын

I have moved on to this phone from my last mobile. Still waiting for it to arrive and although its not the best it will be substantially better than my now way out of date sony xperia 10ii :)

@jasontreagust6211 2 жыл бұрын

Can't decide between this phone, Honor 50 or Moto Edge 20 pro. Which do you think is the best option?

@TerryThornton Жыл бұрын

Always a good review.

@princeampadu8739 2 жыл бұрын

Can you do an A52 and A53 comparison video?

@elzmur7369 2 жыл бұрын

what is better to choose a52 or a53, who holds the charge better and is fast enough??? I don’t play any games, I only need instant messengers, social networks and a camera.

@yaboipanda5169 2 жыл бұрын

The burning question is where do you find the anime wallpapers!!! Plz tell us mate, other than that banger as always!

@TheLifetraveler1 2 жыл бұрын

I purchased this phone last week. Inserted a 400gb card in it. The 5000ma battery still doesn't compare to the batteries in the Moto G Power series of phones. I was spoiled by their 3 day longevity with a 5000ma battery. Even my Nord 10, or my previous Moto G 5g phones, don't give me the battery endurance I want. I purchased the Samsung a52s, a few weeks earlier. But sent it back when I knew this phone was coming out. But based on geekbench scores the A52s was faster, too. I'm a little disappointed. But the one reason I keep this phone. Is it gets much faster download speeds from T-Mobile cellular network, then the Moto G5 G did or even better than my Nord 10 phone. They were getting 15 to 50mb download speeds from 5G antennas that I knew were nearby. This phone is getting download speeds between 250 and 350mn from the same antennas. That is the reason I'm keeping it. Lastly, I quickly change the screen refresh rate to 60 MHz to preserve the battery and make it last at least through the end of the day.

@octopusman8188 Жыл бұрын

Just subscribed only because you refer to yourself as a Bald git :D Love it, great review too. I am getting this phone soon!

@alaorilla9716 2 жыл бұрын

Is good lock available thru thru the Galaxy store ? If so, d you think exynos can handle the customization of it? Seeing how it sometimes struggles/lags with basic functions?

@markbowen261 2 жыл бұрын

I've had mine 3 weeks now and I'm pretty impressed by it. I certainly don't regret purchasing it.

@dustinserrette1051 Жыл бұрын

Any day to day lag with os? Looking at this as a hold over for another S next year.

@shanepatrick641 Жыл бұрын

How is it now bro??

@iamthenewblxck 2 жыл бұрын

I absolutely love this phone , i had the chance to buy it before the launch date. It's pretty good , i think. It has lots of impressive features. And i believe it will keep on getting better and better since not all the apps are yet optimized for exynos so upcoming updates will fix lots of stuff. And tbh i was waiting for years for a samsung device that has a flat back. I just love it

@alanMeplusYou 2 жыл бұрын

I'm just praying they optimize the gaming aspects too ......... I'm using the device too and just like you I'm happy withi it🥰

@iamthenewblxck 2 жыл бұрын

@@alanMeplusYou i think they will , most of the games are fine except genshin , it's a pc game not a mobile game. So i play it on my pc. Also honkai it runs well and the device optimized it well with high graphics. Even for wildrift it's nearly perfect. But the device heats abit which is normal i believe. Keep in mind they'll optimize them more later on

@michaelwilds7940 2 жыл бұрын

I wish It had fast processer

@leonchan5108 2 жыл бұрын

Hows the battery life like ?

@michaelwilds7940 2 жыл бұрын

@@leonchan5108 I don't have this phone battery is 5000 gonna last u

@TheWolfDogMoon 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the review; we now have this phone. Where do you get the cool anime screens from?

@achievelegalservices2898 Жыл бұрын

Wow - great vid find this. Easily explained in a Gerodie-esque accent. I get it, but others may not fathom the language barrier. Independence for the North!

@comicbookguy1 2 жыл бұрын

Hi. Would you recommend buying this over S20 4G FE which is slightly more expensive than the A53 5G? Thanks

@Razaq77 2 жыл бұрын

Cuk ada Kobo wkkwkwwk, what a culture man👍 Great review btw, still enjoy my A51 but I'm really glad that the quality of the A5x series is still great.

@konradc12 2 жыл бұрын

As a S20FE 5G user, this A53 has the same size screen. It has a few advantages - bigger battery and couple of years support, being that it starts 1.5 years later. As Chris mentioned, the processor is a bit of a step back. My SD865 is snappy, with the camera being responsive. Talking of cameras, no telephoto is a negative for me. I have used the wireless and reverse wireless charging, but I could charge my Galaxy Buds using a USB-C to USB-C cable. If I had to replace my S20FE right now, then I would consider the A53.

@camotech1314 2 жыл бұрын

I would advise to consider the A52s instead.

@fergiet18 Жыл бұрын

@Iam_ Heraldo s20fe has poor battery. After only 7 months it's not lasting a full day.

@premierdeal Жыл бұрын

And let's not forget Androids to 16 /security to 2027. For those who cost out per year their mobile 'investment' this can't be beat!

@fayzofaycal5310 2 жыл бұрын

I am a big fan , kindly advise BTW a53 or redmi note 11 pro + 5g ? I am still hesitant

@Ravens_9 6 ай бұрын

I'm getting closer to the s series, I'm stepping up my game.

@kianslife_7985 6 ай бұрын

I've had my A53 since Christmas day 2022 and its been great ever since I got it in the white colour as it was on a deal and it was the only colour in that deal but on the plus side it case with an official Samsung cover case and some galaxy tags. earlier this year I got it on android 14 and one UI 6.0 and it has handled it very well but I would say that other Samsung mid range phones may just be as good although I haven't tested that theory for myself.

@arsyapermana1 2 жыл бұрын

Great review, also there is kobo

@adrianbaldwin8832 2 жыл бұрын

I have a honor 10 lite think I need an update phone budget 300 to 400 max what do you recommend not a gamer just need speed and guess more ram thanks

@shaqwong 2 жыл бұрын

Hey @Tech Spurt, does the A53 comes with an Orange tinged Torchlight? Because mine seems to be that way. I was expecting it to be like white-ish. Would appreciate if you could shed some light to this. Thank you.

@titojesusdesousa3014 2 жыл бұрын

Hi does it have hdr display??does exonus1280 support hdr play back?Also is this phone better than the Sony xa2 ultra?can i watch u tube in 2160 resolution? Thanks!

@carolvile5584 2 жыл бұрын

Would it be a really bad idea to buy an Oppo Find X2 pro this year as far as upgrades go? Because it sounds like a good camera phone with telephoto, which you didn't mention today so I assume the A53 doesn't have. The X2 Pro is still nearly £1,000, I could hold on for Prime day or Black Friday to see if there are any bargains. My Reno2 is still working, just has a cracked back.

@AlexAugustinex 2 жыл бұрын

Hi, What will you choose if you get the Mi 11 Tpro and this A53 at the same price?

@skumar01_ Жыл бұрын

Superb review. Im getting it

@shade1264 2 жыл бұрын

where do you get your wallpapers

@creativemass9490 2 жыл бұрын

Could you do comparison to Pixel 6 (not Pro)?

@neezduts1536 2 жыл бұрын

I have to know, where do you get your wallpapers?! They amaze me in every video and I can't seem to find a service that offers them haha

@poggiali54 2 жыл бұрын

when's the A73 5G coming to the UK ???

@user-ye7sm8kb6g 2 жыл бұрын

How good is the reception with the mobile radio connection my true with oppo unfortunately usually better.

@Dplaysitcool 2 жыл бұрын

I haven't upgraded since owning my S10+. Which I still use. How does this stack up against that? Am I actually downgrading, or upgrading ..... Thanks.

@DD-yh6rb 2 жыл бұрын

Do you know if the a73 is coming to Europe? Live the channel ☺️

@davidz3497 2 жыл бұрын

You can get the Xiaomi mi11t for 299€ Far stronger CPU, nice display, similar front. If ur okay with MIUI and fewer software upgrades it's the better choice

@sebz8362 Жыл бұрын

where do i download your wallpapers?

@fretziedeliva1598 Жыл бұрын

Where do you get your anime wallpapers?! They look awesome

@overhaulnightowl8790 2 жыл бұрын

Where do you find your wallpapers?

@philipmarlowe4682 Жыл бұрын

Are the pixels any good as my pixel 5 drops calls, mute calls for no reason, struggles to find signal

@amybrownless6787 Жыл бұрын

Would you pick the Samsung A53 5g or the Samsung s20 FE 5g in 2022?

@MPsNewswatch Жыл бұрын

I found using 120Hz drained the battery pretty quickly. As I don't play games and only use the A53 5G for browsing, streaming music and video 60Hz is perfectly fine even if it means it's a tad slower when using it.

@loyal4theway159 Жыл бұрын

you don't need 120HZ it's a gimmick

@vickjr98 Жыл бұрын

@@loyal4theway159 90 is enough tbh

@loyal4theway159 Жыл бұрын

@@vickjr98 120hrz kills your battery life

@vickjr98 Жыл бұрын

@@loyal4theway159 so I've heard but why do most tech people like it so much lol

@Ash_G 2 жыл бұрын

I bought the A52 because my local country dealer was selling it £100 cheaper. So I decided that having a free case, free charger, 3.5mm jack for radio, 500mAh smaller battery and a processor with fewer power cores was OK because I don't play games at all. Weirdly, CPU-Z says my A52 has a 732G Snapdragon in it and that its battery is LiOn instead of LiPo. Must be an error? I also have impression my A52 came with Android 12 pre-installed. There was a 3h gap that I left the phone unattended and it had all its automatic update on. The GPS is very snappy even from cold and no WiFi. The magnetometer was a nightmare to recalibrate but GPS Test reports it is "high" accuracy now. The battery experience is very good. For a non-gamer like myself, i.e. web, YT, twitter and VLC, the battery lasted a long time even in less than 14% stage. I use the 85% battery protection mode and am happy with battery life so Imagine what 5000mAh of A53 would do. Even S22 or S22+ don't have that much non-removeabke power plus they have huge screens. The A52 has a horrible fingerprint scanner compared to a physical one. But you will get used to it fast. Let's hope that A53 has a faster under-display scanner and 5nm Exynos CPU doesn't get too toasty.

@chidiebereoradiegwu3805 2 жыл бұрын

Hello Sir. In your future videos, kindly share wallpapers used on phones you review via unprotected Google drive link. Thank you.

@tobi8445 2 жыл бұрын

Where can I download that Komi can't communicate wallpaper please 🙁

@jaimecosta2966 Жыл бұрын

Just bought A53 5G with 8gb ram and 256 storage it came with android 13 price just under 450 and I decided to get Samsung original flip case its seams a good phone .. Wish you well I have subscribed

@Kade_100 2 жыл бұрын

Please what wallpaper app do you use?!!!

@akirayamada811 2 жыл бұрын

Link of Wallpaper 🥺

@alpacamix 2 жыл бұрын

the things is this is first year they implement amd eclipse egpu.I think this year is will be experimental year for them to stabilise the apu.I will give sammy times to see how it will progress