Wednesday, April 15, 2015

Testing the Samsung Galaxy S6 Edge: the breaking smartphone? – Mensquare

Check out our full review and pictures of the Samsung Galaxy S6 Edge, the latest high-end smartphone from the South Korean manufacturer.

Samsung finally takes a significant turn with its latest Galaxy S6 and S6 Edge. The company has focused its efforts to introduce a high-end smartphone, from its construction to its performance.



Summary

Presentation of the Samsung Galaxy S6 Edge

The Samsung Galaxy S6 and S6 Edge mark a revolution for the firm. After a very disappointing Galaxy S5 Samsung finally gives the plastic in favor of glass and metal. This results in a smartphone with impeccable design, combining technological expertise of Samsung and a construction worthy of the name. The model for this test is the 64GB version of the phone.



is getting serious

On the program for this Samsung Galaxy S6 Edge: A house Exynos processor, a powerful camera, but especially a screen with two curved edges. Samsung also catching up on some points, especially with a high-performance fingerprint reader, and a heart rate sensor on the back of the unit. These new and equip the smartphone concentrate impressive technology, and this one promises to shake the competition

Product information in brief:.

Samsung Galaxy S6 Edge
processor Samsung Exynos 7420 eight-core 64-bit 2.1 GHz
RAM 3 GB
Internal Memory 64 GB / 55 GB real
screen 5.1 inch Super AMOLED / Gorilla Glass 4
Resolution Quad HD (2560 x 1440 pixels) / 577 ppi
Main camera 15.9 megapixel f / 1.9 / 4K video
Front camera 5 megapixel video / 1.080 p
OS Android 5.0 Lollipop / Samsung TouchWiz Nature UX5
Connectivity NFC / Bluetooth / WiFi / DLNA / HDMI MHL 3.0 /
Micro USB 2.0 / 3.5 mm jack Output
SIM Format Nano SIM
Battery 2600 mAh
Size 142.1 x 70.1 x 7 mm
Weight 132 g

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Unique design

Samsung Galaxy S6 Edge design photo

With the Samsung Galaxy S6 Edge, the firm gives a new dimension to high-end smartphones. The doubly curved screen of the device makes its unique design. Before you even take it in hand, the smartphone is a true visual slap. It exudes elegance and quality thanks to the materials used. Metal edges and glass surfaces give an indisputable premium appearance.



Get started almost perfect

Samsung Galaxy S6 Edge slices picture

Once in hand, the Samsung Galaxy S6 Edge is surprisingly light (132 grams) provides a good grip. We appreciate especially the placement of physical buttons. Whether you are right or left handed, the two sides of the unit offer impeccable accessibility. A minor detail, however, is added to the table. When it is placed on the back, the smartphone can be a little harder to catch, curved edges require. We must cling to the unit as it may escape the fingers.



The best display to date?

Samsung Galaxy S6 Edge Photo & # XE9; notch

The peculiarity of the Galaxy S6 Edge course is its curved screen. This offers a new dimension when the multimedia features are exploited in landscape mode. One thinks especially of games and video. These now provide enhanced immersion experience, thanks to the absence of borders on the top and bottom. But that’s not all, the display density of 577 pixels per inch is the highest to date. We are therefore in the presence of a breathtaking definition that actually beautifies everything that appears on the screen.



A bit limited on the edges

Samsung galaxy S6 Edge light XE8 & #; re & # XE9 incurv board;

The screen curved edges allow various functions such as quick access to favorite contacts or the time display and notifications . This latter function, however, demand a move back and forth up and down, which is not very intuitive. It would also have been interesting to be able to assign certain actions on that side screen to certain functions.

Samsung Galaxy S6 Edge Message board

To return to the main function, we appreciate the light emitted by the screen during the receiving a message or an email. This is the color assigned to the contact, and the nature of the notification when swung. It was, however, advisable to open this pane contacts from any screen, if it was configured.



A powerful smartphone

With this new smartphone, Samsung overcomes the Qualcomm Snapdragon processors. One thinks in particular S 810, which equips most upscale of the moment. The Samsung Galaxy S6 Edge integrates a processor Exynos 7420 house very powerful. The unit does not suffer any slowdown and offers impeccable fluidity. Tested and streaming video intensive games (Modern Combat 5, NOVA 3 and Asphalt 8), the smartphone offers very high performance. Only a slight heating is deplorable, which remains at a normal level for intensive use.



The benchmark results

whether in general or in graphical benchmark / Internet test, the Samsung Galaxy S6 Edge proves to be powerful and gets impressive results. The Samsung processor house is ready for all uses and the most heavy and demanding applications.



Benchmark guest
AnTuTu 69,014
GFX Bench Manhattan 15 fps (on) / 25 fps (off)
GFX Bench T-Rex 39 fps (on) / 57 fps (off)
Mozilla Kraken 5.447 ms
Geekbench 3 1497 (single) / 4936 (multi)
3D Mark Ice Storm Unlimited 21873
Basemark OS II 1263 (global)

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The fingerprint reader

From the media to the general interface, various phone functions revolve very quickly. It is the same for the fingerprint reader. It is very reactive and now acts as the iPhone. So just now put your finger on it. To recap, the Samsung Galaxy S5 required to slide his finger on the reader. Although its configuration is somewhat tedious, its use quickly becomes essential

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uncluttered and intuitive interface

The Samsung Galaxy S6 Edge runs Android 5.0 Lollipop. The operating system comes with the TouchWiz overlay Nature UX5 the signed user interface Samsung. This is pretty sleek and is reminiscent of iOS, Apple’s operating system. We think of the shutters navigation and content management. It is far from previous Samsung interfaces often complicated and full of drop-down menus

Another important point. TouchWiz does not impose a slew of Samsung applications. Only a few (S Health and S Voice particular) are present and these can be disabled.



Quick and simple gestures

The possibilities of movements and gestures offered by TouchWiz are rather effective. Some features already on the Samsung Galaxy Note Edge are still in the game, like the screenshot by sliding across the surface. This, however, requires to tame the motion to avoid pressing the back button, or just do not successfully capture. The “Mute” function to cut bell and alarm covering hand screen is also very practical and effective.



A great health Application

Samsung Galaxy S S6 capture Edge Health

We also like Samsung health application, called S Health. Although very refined, this one is not less comprehensive. The interface is very intuitive and offers many tracking information (daily activity, calories burned, number of steps, water consumption, …).

Samsung Galaxy S6 Edge fr & # XE9 sensor, heart frequency

S Health is coupled with a precise accelerometer but especially a high-performance heart rate monitor. The cardiogram is highly reactive and allows to locate the measures according to the situation. The application is open to athletes of all levels to those who simply want to control some data such as heart rate.



Sublime photos

One of the major advantages of the Samsung Galaxy S6 Edge lies in ‘camera. The powerful 16-megapixel sensor makes prowess and compete with its main competitor in the matter: the iPhone 6 More Apple. Design side, we are entitled to cringe about the imposing and projecting sensor for a high-end smartphone. But this aesthetic detail is quickly swept away by the awesome quality of pictures taken.

Samsung Galaxy S6 Edge photo sensor

The Samsung Galaxy S6 Edge of the camera produces excellent pictures in all conditions, the outside on a clear day in low light. The software interface of the camera is also very accessible yet offering a large number of features. It includes various modes such as video-lapse, pan, or the virtual photo, all very efficient and pleasant to use. We also like the ability to save presets manually.



low light Efficient

The smartphone also gives very good results in low light condition. It distinguishes many elements in a dark environment without adding excessive noise in photos. The photos are thus relatively “smooth” and very correct quality. Furthermore, activation of various modes such as the HDR has no impact on the flow rate display. A good point compared to some competing devices

Quick access … very fast!

Double-click on the Home button is one of the key features of the Samsung Galaxy S6, and he has something. While browsing in the phone, double-click launches the camera in 0.7 seconds. It naturally takes a little longer when the device is locked and the screen turns off, but still less than if it is turned to enter the photo mode

Read too.: Samsung Galaxy S6 vs. Edge iPhone 6 Plus – which achieves the best photos

sound quality Correct

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Samsung galaxy S6 Edge speaker

The Samsung Galaxy Audio equipment S6 Edge offers good sound at medium volume. The diffusion of sound is very similar to the iPhone 6, in particular due to the placement of the speaker on the bottom edge of the unit. The sound quickly becomes rough when passing the 80% of volume. Overall, the sound is passable but not really innovative compared to other smartphones of the company. We could expect better from a very high-end smartphone, which nevertheless excels all other fields.



Good audio quality headphones …

From headphones hand, the output jack of smartphone delivers a relatively high volume. It does not saturate and is very well defined. Tested in different styles, the earphones are doing very well in all frequencies. The Adaptive Sound function of the Samsung Galaxy S6 Edge also adjusts an audio profile. Its efficient configuration thus adapts the sound to listen to the user (perception of different frequencies). Finally, surround effect options and tube amp simulation are effective and are very valuable streaming.



… for a total discomfort

Only a negative for these headphones is the lack of comfort. Handsfree Samsung Galaxy S6 Edge is not unlike that of Apple. They have a design very similar, with the difference that they have rubber stoppers. It could be expected that they take up more precisely, but it is unfortunately quite the opposite. It can be quite difficult to place and maintain them effectively when you are moving. The tips are also slightly loose and may fall easily for use (headphones in pockets for example).



A satisfactory autonomy

Samsung Galaxy S6 Edge clock night

The Samsung Galaxy S6 Edge offers a proper autonomy. The battery of 2,600 mAh raised doubts, knowing that his predecessor had a battery of 2800 mAh. The Edge S6 finally satisfactory autonomy and easily fits the day in normal use (calls, messages, music, web browsing). The phone’s performance is all the more energy-suite multimedia use. The device takes just under 4 hours 30 minutes on the game NOVA 3 for example. Streaming video on it consumes nearly 50% battery over the same period.



Wireless Loading optional

Also new on this Samsung Galaxy S6 Edge wireless charging by induction. The charging cradle allows greater freedom of use while the smartphone is charging. This makes it easier to handle the phone as if it were connected. Loading is however longer. While a full charge with the quick charger takes about 1:30, it takes almost twice using wireless charging. It is not necessary, and further intended to remain lying on your desk to accommodate the phone when you do not serve you.



Our conclusion

With this Samsung Galaxy S6 Edge, the firm proposes an explicit renewal of its smartphones. From design to construction, passing through the overall performance, the Edge S6 is a true behemoth in the mobile market. In addition to a real need, it seems that the doubly curved screen is mostly demonstrated technological know-how from Samsung. However, we regret certain choices of the firm, which resemble more and more competitors. Can think in non-removable battery or micro-SD card slot of abandonment.

After these details, the Samsung Galaxy S6 Edge is a jewel of technology that will delight the most demanding users for a long time. One of the most important points remains this: we finally feel the premium appearance by taking a Samsung smartphone in the hands

Highlights.

  • Design and Construction blameless
  • Very powerful all times
  • One of the best cameras of

Weaknesses

  • The curved screen could offer more functions
  • No memory expansion via Micro SD
  • The sensor Photo imposing exceeding
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