The rumors that Samsung will bring the announcement of the next generation of Galaxy Note in the earlier period, went a long time. Some sources as a possible date of the announcement referred to even in July of this year. But wait Galaxy Note 5 had until August 13, and at the same time with him as part of the event Galaxy Unpacked were presented increased in size version of the current flagship Galaxy S6 edge +, payment system Samsung Pay and said a few words about smart watch with a round display Gear S2.
We are accustomed to the fact that the traditional time of the announcement of the devices range Samsung Galaxy Note – September . Thus, between the release of new PHABLET from Samsung and the announcement of the next-generation iPhone the time gap was very small. In previous years, the company Samsung did not care, because the iPhone and Samsung Galaxy Note were aimed at a completely different category of buyers. The first of these devices was a compact smartphone, the second – much larger and is equipped with brand S Pen stylus with a set-oriented applications.
Let me remind you, Samsung Galaxy Note first generation, introduced in 2011, was equipped with a 5.3-inch display resolution WXGA (1280×800 pixels, 285 ppi), 2-core processor Exynos (1.4 GHz, Mali-400MP GPU), 1GB of RAM, 8 megapixel rear and 2 megapixel front camera with support for recording 1080p, as well as the battery capacity of 2500 mAh. For the 2011 release of such a device was quite a bold experiment, which proved to be successful. The result is a whole class of devices and the new trend of development of the mobile industry. In addition, Samsung Galaxy Note was fixed the title of technological leader lineup of products.
But last year, Apple has decided to play on the traditional field and Samsung released the iPhone 6 Plus, equipped with a screen diagonal of 5.5 inches. Of course, iPhone stylus 6 Plus is not received, but the competition Samsung Galaxy Note 4 certainly was also adversely affected the financial performance of Samsung.
From January to March 2013 the net profit of the company Samsung in annual terms decreased by 39%, amounting to 4.63 trillion won ($ 4 , 3 billion). And the result was even worse than market expectations. Samsung Galaxy Note Edge with a curved display has not corrected the situation – a smartphone will be too expensive. Especially with the exception of the curved display device it was a complete analog Samsung Galaxy Note 4 chipset Qualcomm.
In the Russian market in November last year, the smartphone Samsung Galaxy Note Edge was estimated at 50 thousand rubles, while the Galaxy Note 4 could be bought for 35 thousand. Surcharge of 15 thousand rubles for a curved display for customers was too high. However, Samsung Galaxy Note Edge was initially established as a niche offer. And, indeed, it still is. It was an experiment that, according to the latest announcement, acknowledged failure.
The company Samsung has always been able to do high-margin devices, and the flagship devices fit this definition perfectly. At the same time in the pursuit of margins can not forget about the relationship with reality, knowing how much money people are willing to pay for a new gadget. And based on these two factors to optimize the cost of the device to obtain a desired profit. It did so while working on Samsung Galaxy Note 5 and Galaxy S6 edge +.
The first of these devices was stylus S Pen (with advanced features), and the second – a curved display, but without a stylus. This move has allowed not only to optimize the cost of the device, but also to release the gadgets reach a wider audience. It is no secret that the digital pen, though convenient, but demand is not all.
The more that the basic specifications of both devices are similar. “Heart» Samsung Galaxy S6 edge + 5 and Galaxy Note is Samsung Exynos 7420 chipset (8 cores: 4 Cortex A57 2,1 GHz + 4 Cortex A53 1,5 GHz, graphics Mali T760, memory LPDDR4). I recall the same chipset used in Samsung Galaxy S6. Currently, Samsung Exynos 7420 processor is the most productive mobile (Qualcomm Snapdragon 820 not take into account, the first phones based on this chip we are waiting until next year).
In addition, note that the Samsung Exynos 7420 – the first mobile processor, made on 14-nm process technology. Thus, Samsung Exynos 7420 on the part of energy consumption shows a better result than the Exynos 5433, uses a similar core, but made of a thicker process technology. RAM novelties – 4 GB built-in memory – 32 or 64 GB. However, from the microSD slot manufacturer refused.
Display size 5.7 inches of new products, the resolution of QHD, which gives the image density at 518 ppi. The standard solution for flagship smartphones. Technology – familiar to Samsung Super AMOLED. No less typical and excellent viewing angles, good contrast, protective glass Corning Gorilla Glass 4. Screen Samsung Galaxy S6 edge + rounded on both sides.
At the same time, we note that the ability of the curved edges of the display at Galaxy S6 edge + – extended. In particular, several new features and Apps Edge People Edge. Their appointment can guess from the title – the first of which opens up access to your favorite applications by swipe on the side face, and the second – to the contacts.
As the main camera Galaxy S6 edge + and Galaxy Note 5 uses 16 megapixel module Samsung, similar to that used in other flagship smartphones. Because of the camera settings can be noted aperture f / 1.9, 6-lens lens optical image stabilization mode AutoHDR and infrared sensor is used to more accurately determine the white balance. Naturally it supports to record 4K video. In addition, we note that double-clicking the mechanical buttons below the screen to activate the camera and the display is locked. Start time camera – 0.6 seconds. Front camera – 5 megapixel, its aperture – f / 1.9.
Examples of photos main camera Galaxy Note 5:
Source: gsmarena.com
Batteries novelties non-removable, capacity – 3000 mAh, with support fast charge and wireless charging standards Qi (WPC) and the PMA. By modern standards, the battery capacity of 3000 mAh is far from record levels. Especially since the battery of new products less than Galaxy Note 4, where it was 3220 mAh. However, the conclusions of the autonomy Galaxy S6 edge + 5 and Galaxy Note will be done only after there will be data on the use of devices in real-world conditions. Still, do not forget about the more recent hardware platform and software power optimization possible.
A set of communications capabilities are standard:
- Cat. 6 LTE
- WiFi 802.11 a / b / g / n / ac (2.4 / 5GHz)
- GPS / GLONASS / Beidou
- Bluetooth 4.2
- NFC
- USB 2.0
Is it possible to note the use of standard connector microUSB, rather than starting to gain popularity USB Type C. Supports USB 3.0 in Samsung Galaxy S6 edge + 5 and Galaxy Note are not provided. But in its place a fingerprint scanner and the corresponding functionality.
The design of the Galaxy S6 edge + Galaxy Note and 5 are similar to the Galaxy S6: metal frame, glass Gorilla Glass 4 on both sides. Dimensions of new products differ slightly. Dimensions Galaxy Note 5 – 153,2h76,1h7,6 mm and weighs 171 g, while the dimensions of the Galaxy S6 edge + – 154,4 x 75,8 x 6,9 mm. At the same time Galaxy S6 edge + 18 grams (153 g) lighter than the Galaxy Note 5.
If we talk about every new product separately , then the Galaxy Note 5 is worth noting the improvements associated with the electronic pen. According to Samsung’s new Samsung Galaxy Note stylus 5 has become more balanced, but at the expense of the new mechanism clicks pull it became more convenient. It is unfortunate that the new mechanism did not receive an automatic extension of the stylus, which there were a lot of rumors. Of special mention is the possibility of using the stylus when the screen is locked.
Interestingly, even now lock the screen of the smartphone reacts to electronic pen, and the symbol S Pen is always on the screen. Another interesting feature – Scroll capture, using which you can take screenshots of objects beyond the screen.
The glass rear panel Galaxy Note 5 in accordance with the latest fashion – rounded.
On paper, in terms of performance relative to the previous generation of Galaxy Note, you can watch some setbacks – a decrease of battery capacity, removable battery, no memory card slot. Of course, most of these comments are not critical. But the new Galaxy Note became more beautiful, let his body, and require more careful handling. In any case, the Russian market, this smartphone in the near future will not appear. The main target audience outside of Korea – the United States and Canada, where the Galaxy Note 5 will be available starting from August 21. Price, respectively, will be $ 840 and $ 915 for the 32 and 64 GB versions of the device.
The audience Samsung Galaxy S6 Edge + more global. In September, this smartphone will be available in a number of countries, including Russia. Official pre-order price for the domestic market – 55 thousand rubles (US – $ 815). However, do not forget about the instability of the exchange rate, so by 19:00 on September 4 (at this time scheduled start selling Samsung Galaxy S6 Edge +) the situation may change. Especially as we have already witnessed a similar scenario for Samsung Galaxy S6 / S6 Edge.
As for the specifications, then the Samsung Galaxy Edge +, the main differences between this smartphone Galaxy Note 5 can be described by the formula “- Stylus + curved screen.” Moreover, as already mentioned, this metamorphosis will positively affect the weight and thickness of the device.
It is unlikely anyone would argue with the fact that the news from Samsung will be popular. Judging from the first impressions from 5 Galaxy Note and Galaxy S6 Edge + no obvious flaws, they are balanced and in everyday use are more likely to delight a positive user experience. It is logical and separation fabletnoy line Samsung’s Galaxy Note and 5 Galaxy S6 Edge +, which will engage the large audience. However, among it is unlikely to be many users Galaxy Note 4. Of course, the design of Galaxy Note 5 updated and this is an argument in favor of this unit. But the smartphone is clearly not cheap, but such things are rarely spontaneous purchase. Maybe that’s why Galaxy Note 5 appear only in individual markets?
With the Galaxy S6 Edge + situation is much clearer. It is a versatile machine for those who want to buy a device with a large screen from the market leader. But in Russia, the price may well be a stop-factor, yet not everyone is willing to pay 55 thousand for the phone. The more that the usual Galaxy S6 Edge in the official retail you can buy almost 12 thousand less. Well, if not attractive curved screen, the savings will be even more.
© Anton Pecherovy, , according gsmarena.com, anandtech.com
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