Samsung galaxy s5 - The Samsung Galaxy S4 has hardly sprouted any grey hairs and yet the world is already eagerly awaiting the Galaxy S5. New tech, it might seem, will be the catalyst that keeps bringing us the long run we so constantly consider. The anticipation will not be without reason though. After some disappointment with all the played by helping cover their the Galaxy S4, Samsung desires to respond a little sooner this season making use of their next flagship.
Samsung galaxy s5 - Tales of any new Galaxy S5 was doing rounds online, and all of speculations pointed towards the flagship making its debut on the 2014 Mobile World Congress. And true to that, the following heir towards the throne showed up, and it was a marvel of sorts.
Specifications
The Galaxy S5 doesn't deviate a great deal from the classic design signature, with the most known change being the rectangular edges as well as the leather-like plastic back. It arrives with the IP67 credentials, meaning its dust and waterproof.
The display is a 5.1" Full HD SuperAMOLED unit with 432ppi. While it's not the QHD that was expected, it is actually still very magnificent.
Among the pleasant surprises was with the Home button which now has a fingerprint scanner. It really is a security boost that's activated by swiping your finger over it.
Inside the Galaxy S5 is a Snapdragon 801 chipset, with a 2.5GHz Krait 400 CPU as well as an Adreno 330 graphics unit. There's 2GB of RAM, which ought to suffice. Onboard memory exists in 16/32 GB versions. Measly, yes, but any extra memory needs ought to be satisfied from the microSD slot which supports 128GB cards.
It launches with Android 4.4.2 KitKat. Perhaps the more interesting bit will be the TouchWiz interface. The subtle alterations in the notification area and settings screen are very pleasant, even though it doesn't provide an overhauled design.
The primary camera includes a 16MP sensor whose absence of OIS, Samsung asserts, will be offset by its Phase Detection Auto Focus. It can do 4K UHD video recording. Under this is the flash, and two sensors for monitoring the heart rate.
The smartphone will be sustained with a 2,800mAH battery, accessed by taking out the back cover. It will likely be offered in four color options- Copper, White, Arctic and Black Blue.
Final Words
The Samsung Galaxy S5 could have fallen short of expectations, however, there is much to love within this would-be king. The somewhat refreshed design and new UI, abundance of sensors, fast LTE connectivity, health consciousness and plethora of accessories- Galaxy Gear 2, Galaxy 2 Neo and Galaxy Fit make it the best smartphone offering available in the market to date.
