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Samsung annually chooses New York to announce the flagship of the Note line; this has become a kind of tradition. This year there is also a small event in London and Rio de Janeiro for local journalists, but the world premiere and broadcast is from the Hammerstein Ballroom in New York. A little more than a thousand journalists from all over the world gathered in this hall to see the company’s new product. In past years, the number of those who watched the presentation online on YouTube was constantly growing, so, on the very first day of the announcement, more than a million people learned about Note 5 only in the official stream, while there were copies of it and original discussions, which indirectly indicates for interest in this product. And on the market, sales of this line only confirm that Samsung positioned the device correctly and, despite the appearance of several dozen competitors, maintains its position, but no one was able to achieve similar success; the same iPhone Plus is sold in most countries noticeably worse than the Note line . What is the highlight of Note, what has the sixth generation, called the seventh, in store and what is worth paying additional attention to? Let's figure it out together.

Positioning

The attentive reader must wonder where the sixth generation of Note went, because a year ago in August we discussed the Note 5, and now there is an unexpected jump to number seven. There are two reasons for this decision; it is difficult to say which of them prevailed; I think their contribution is equal. Firstly, the Galaxy line has always been one generation ahead of the Note, since they did not appear at the same time. These models are released with a difference of six months, usually the Galaxy appears in March-April, the Note in late summer-early autumn. And it turns out that there is a significant gap between them. But the main thing is that the later Note model has an index one less. For example, after the appearance and start of sales of the Galaxy S6 of all variants, Note 5 was released six months later, which for some buyers created confusion and created the perception of this model as something “old” that did not correspond to a flagship. The market for the Note line has long gone beyond the circle of technology enthusiasts, so, oddly enough, this factor plays a role. It would not be amiss to recall that technologically the Note has always been superior to the Galaxy line, and for at least six months it remained the most powerful smartphone from Samsung.

Since 2016, both Samsung lines have become the same in numbers, now the models will be released with the same index, for example, the Galaxy S8 will appear in 2017, and later the Note 8 will be released. And if for the Galaxy this will be the eighth generation of the device, then for the Note only the seventh, but consumers will not be very concerned about this issue.

The second reason is indirect, but it plays a role for marketers. Apple is launching the seventh generation iPhone on the market in September, which means Samsung is also leveling out the difference in perception; both companies now have the “identical” generations of devices. Is it good? In principle, this does not matter for the majority; this is again a nod to part of the audience who understands absolutely nothing about phones, but judges who is cooler by the numbers. There are quite a lot of such people on the market, this is especially true in Latin America, Mexico and countries in that part of the world, partly in the USA.

In August 2015, when Samsung showed the Note 5, it became clear that the future of the Note line was in doubt; the company decided to make the S6 EDGE+ the main device, and sell and promote the Note on a residual basis in most markets. It came out at the end of the year, that is, with a delay of several months, did not have the same support, it seemed that they wanted to quietly get rid of the Note line. Already in January, it became clear that such steps by Samsung caused a very sharp reaction from buyers; they did not want the Note line to disappear and demanded that, as before, this line not only exist, but provide devices with the best engineering solutions. By the time the Galaxy S7/S7 EDGE was announced, Samsung had already decided that they would return everything to its previous place and the next Note would become one of the key models for the company, as before.

The positioning of this device looks simple - this is the most powerful model from an engineering point of view, which has a large margin of safety. It is curious that various forums are still discussing the issue that the Note 3 is so good that there is no point in replacing it with older models. It is clear that this is not entirely true, but in the perception of a significant number of people, the previous models of the Note line are not at all outdated and are in demand. For example, when traveling I often use Note 4 without experiencing any problems; it is a completely modern smartphone both in terms of operating speed and Android version (it costs 6.0.1). Over the past two years, this model has not deteriorated much; it may well survive for at least another year, providing comfortable work. There are almost no models on the market with such a long life cycle that would not become obsolete.

For those who are looking for the very best device without compromises, this model offers just such an option. And, like any flagship from an A-brand, it costs accordingly, however, we’ll talk about this separately at the end of the material. Let's first look at the main points associated with these devices and talk about our impressions of them. How convincing is Samsung and can they be successful with these devices?

Specifications

Design, dimensions, control elements

With comparable sizes, the differences in the ergonomics of the S6 and S7 were striking, the second fit into the hand like a glove, and the first, compared to its background, was perceived as a half-finished prototype. Having mastered this trick, Samsung engineers were able to repeat it in the Note line; the new flagship fits perfectly in the hand, although I didn’t have any particular complaints about the previous one. But the body was made narrower, and due to this and the beveled edges, it fits better in the hand. Many people who criticized the Note line for its size, having tried the S7 EDGE, somehow became attached to it, saying that this device is excellent in ergonomics. It was this that was used as a prototype when creating the Note 7. The dimensions of the Note 5 are 153.2x76.1x7.6 mm, the Note 7 is 153.5x73.9x7.9 mm. The different thickness of the case is not felt, but the fact that it is narrower is immediately clear. At the same time, a slightly smaller size does not cause any loss in performance.

One of the key features of all Notes up to five were collapsible cases and the ability to change the battery yourself. Unfortunately, this device has a monolithic body, the battery can only be replaced at a service center, which, however, is not a problem, the procedure is standard and takes a few minutes. Of course, if there is a service center near you.

Just like the S7/S7 EDGE, water protection has been added and the IP68 standard is supported. You can take your phone for a swim, drop it in water, and in most situations it won’t hurt. Watch the video to see how the S7 behaves in a tank of water.

Just like for the S7/S7 EDGE, they used advanced protection technology when the connectors detect whether there is water in them and refuse to charge when it is detected. But, unlike the S7/S7 EDGE, the screen coating has been redesigned (the glass is the same Corning Gorilla Glass 4+, also called Gorilla Glass 5 for the rest of the market), and now presses are more accurately recognized when the screen is wet.

But that’s not all, the letter E (Enhanced) was added to the name of the S Pen, which means “improved”. The pen has become smaller, but now it can work both in water and under water (why the second is needed is a big question for me, but perhaps someone will find a use for this technology).

A frequently asked question is whether there will be a version only with a curved screen or whether they will also release the usual flat one. Both devices were in development, but it was decided that it was not practical to bring several positions to the market at once; the demand is greater for the EDGE version, so here there will only be such a screen.

The slot is retractable, there is space for a microSD memory card, and a combined slot (either two SIM cards or a memory card). It is possible that in some markets Note 7 will be promoted as DUOS, then the inscription on the case will say so. But structurally these devices do not differ in any way, they are the same.

Three body colors, a familiar design that doesn’t surprise you in any way. Among the external changes is the replacement of the microUSB connector with USB Type C. The S7 EDGE prototypes were equipped with the same connector, but at the last moment they abandoned it, considering that no benefits could be obtained from its use. This model has it installed. It was not possible to check the speed of this connector for various reasons, but presumably it is USB 3.1 (not 2.0), that is, the data transfer speed will be maximum, as well as the charging speed.

Externally, with the screen turned off, the Note 7 is no different from the company’s previous devices; it can be distinguished by details, but from a distance they are not visible.

Display

Discrepancies with the screen diagonal will always haunt this device; the screen diagonal is 5.8 inches, its flat part is 5.7 inches. And how to count here? The resolution remained QHD (2560x1440), they did not increase it, as this would have a negative impact on the operating time, and this is the first device with new battery technology (in fact, the second after J7 2016, but there is a smaller combination of components, here the adaptation is higher).

SuperAMOLED screen technology, this version can be considered a little modified in relation to the S7 EDGE, and that screen is widely recognized as the best on the market among all mobile devices both in terms of color reproduction and brightness, plus energy saving. Already at the time of the S6, it seemed to me that it would be difficult to improve much in screens, but Samsung defies these expectations every time. So, just like in the S7/S7 EDGE, an Always On mode has appeared, when a clock and icons about missed events are shown on the screen. The logic has been slightly changed; additional notification modes should appear in the software.

Once again, power consumption has been reduced, but we’ll talk about this in the section about the battery.

The algorithm for working in the sun has been changed; the device produces more natural colors. In general, we can say that Samsung took its ideal screen of the previous generation and made it even more colorful and better. Plus, you can change the color scheme as you wish, giving you a wide range of colors. Or adapt the screen automatically. The algorithm for learning your preferences has become a little more intelligent; it learns faster what kind of backlight and in what situations and programs you prefer.

Just like in S7/S7 EDGE, the Always On Display mode has appeared, which allows you to constantly display information on the screen, missed calls and other events. This is interesting.

Memory, RAM, memory cards, chipset

Initially it was assumed that this device would receive 6 GB of RAM and a new memory distribution mechanism would be used depending on the load. But it was decided to abandon this and leave this technology for the 8th or even 9th generation of devices. At the request of Google, since the company did not have time to make the necessary add-ons in Android and wants all flagships to receive this opportunity within one year.

The total amount of RAM is 4 GB. This is enough for all tasks. The memory type has not changed, it is LPDDR4 (10 nm process technology). Very often, people complain that after booting the smartphone, a small amount of RAM is available, which shows a complete ignorance of the issue and how memory is distributed in Android. Occupied memory does not in any way affect system performance or the ability to perform certain tasks. Therefore, the very parameter of how much memory is occupied is useless for assessing anything; it says absolutely nothing.

The minimum amount of preinstalled memory becomes 64 GB, plus microSD memory cards of any size are available. They say that some operators will sell 128 GB versions, but this is exotic; the vast majority of devices will be 64 GB.

Now a few words about chipsets. The device comes in two versions, for the American market and a couple of operators outside it - on Qualcomm Snapdragon 821 (maximum frequency - 2.3 GHz, a lot of virtual parrots in Antutu). For most of the world, the device will be released on the Exynos 8893, the frequency here is up to 2.7 GHz, with less heating and longer operating time, plus better implemented camera and energy saving algorithms. The difference in operating time between these chipsets under the same load can reach 20-25 percent. Of course, it all depends on your scenarios for using the device, but, nevertheless, this is a fairly noticeable difference. The presence of a version from Qualcomm is a tribute to the American market and the choice of operators.

Battery

Battery capacity – 3500 mAh. This smartphone uses solutions that the company tested on the Exynos 7000 series and the 2016 Galaxy J7 battery. I was amazed by the operating time of the J7; the device easily lasted 2-3 full days under load, and played video for more than 20 hours at maximum brightness.

Note 7 uses similar solutions, but they are slightly improved. It’s clear that you need to drive the devices in real conditions, try them out, but I can say that Note 5, under the same load and settings, works exactly half as much. In my case, Note 5 works for a day under heavy load (4 hours of screen, 1 GB of data in LTE), in the case of Note 7 it will be about 8 hours of screen and two days.

Video playback time at maximum brightness is about 20 hours. I’ll make a reservation many times that we need to wait for commercial samples and see how everything turns out there, but so far the prerequisites are very good.

Just like before, there is fast charging, it has become a little faster (half the charge in 20 minutes and a penny). Wireless fast charging is supported.

There are both normal and extreme energy saving modes; they increase operating time by disabling certain functions. In these modes, the device writes in the software about some tens of hours of operation at 9-10% charge. This needs to be checked.

In general, we can say that Samsung is setting a new standard for operating time for flagships; they are becoming twice as durable.

Iris scanner

One of the key changes is the iris scanner; this method allows you to unlock the device without touching it. The operation of the scanner reminded me in ideology of what we saw on the Lumia 950/950 XL. Whether you are wearing glasses or not, there is no difference, look at the device, and it recognizes your iris and unlocks. This takes less than a second. This method is error-free and works very quickly, it can compete with a fingerprint. The downside is slightly higher energy consumption, but you have to pay for convenience, right?

If testing this technology in Note 7 shows that it is interesting to the public and in demand, then it may appear in the S8/S8 EDGE. Although it is possible that this will be one device, and not two models.

Camera

Formally, these are the same cameras that we saw in the S7/S7 EDGE; in fact, the image processing algorithm has been improved; the difference is not dramatic, but it is there. Autofocus works instantly, however, it was like that on the S7 too. Due to increased productivity, image and video processing is many times faster. Just as the image stabilization algorithm has changed, it is sharper when shaking.

Grace interface and Android 6

Note 7 is the first to receive Grace UI, followed by previous flagships. I like this version of TouchWiz, everything has become even easier and simpler, and many new features have appeared. Much, but not everything, is covered in this video; in principle, everything is clear there without translation.

Look at the interface photos to understand the differences. We will talk fully about the capabilities in the review of this smartphone in the coming weeks.

Among the innovations of the S Pen, I would like to note the ability to mix different colors on the screen, that is, to overlay one color on another; this is a very good feature for artists. It is possible to highlight any word on the screen with a pen, then it will be recognized, and you can see the translation for this word. The function only works online, but for almost all languages.

A cloud from Samsung has appeared - Samsung Cloud. It gives you 15 GB of free storage for all your data, calendar, notes and contacts.

Samsung Pass is where your banking information is stored, accessed by iris or password. But for now it only works with banks in the USA.

Briefly about impressions and prices

The price of Note 7 in the US will fluctuate around $800-850, and it will go on sale on August 19. In Europe the cost will be about 849 euros, in Russia - 64,990 rubles and sales will begin on August 26. Those who pre-order the device will be given a Gear Fit 2, unlike previous years, 100% prepayment is required.

To understand pricing in official deliveries, I note that the S7 EDGE costs 54,990 rubles from a price level of 60 thousand rubles, just as the Note 5 will also become cheaper. The most expensive device in the line is Note 7 - 64,990 rubles. In a few months the price will drop to 59,990 rubles, but no gifts are planned in the set..

For those who have previous Note line devices, the update offers full water protection (IP68), the availability of memory cards (this will be important for Note 5 owners), an improved S Pen and new modes of working with it. The software update is not essential; all devices will receive it. Maximum technical characteristics, such as the amount of RAM, make this model a long-liver, which is, in principle, typical for the Note line.

A very fast processor and a large amount of RAM together provide an almost instant response when working with a smartphone. You click on the screen and immediately see a pop-up window or interface element called up. The previous Note and Galaxy are already fast, but this one is even faster. I don’t know what to compare it with; there are simply no analogues on Android in terms of speed. And the iPhone, purely visually, is not so fast.

The line of accessories is being updated for Note 7, but we need to talk about this separately. In general, the device turned out as expected - without any flaws, polished even at the prototype stage. This is truly an ultimate device that does not and never has had direct analogues.

Comparison with Note 5

Event goals:
1/ Talk about the addition of the first Airbus A320neo aircraft to the S7 Airlines fleet in Russia and demonstrate the updated livery.
2/ Create an atmospheric and exclusive event to give guests the opportunity to generate quality content, which in turn would communicate an important event for the airline and its customers.
3/ Reveal the brand’s values, show the company’s technology and innovation.

Description of the creative idea of ​​the project:
Summer 2017 marked a new trend in holding iconic Moscow parties: non-standard locations and atmospheric minimalist decorations. For the presentation of the new aircraft in the S7 Airlines fleet, it was decided to surprise even the most sophisticated metropolitan audience with its location. The secret hangar of Domodedovo Airport turned into a futuristic pop-up space “ANGAR320” for just one night. Guests of the presentation - Moscow's top influencers and friends of S7 Airlines - were invited to enjoy a unique audiovisual show, where sound, light and decorations took on a single space as part of a social evening against the backdrop of taking off planes.

A few words about the event:
The secret hangar of Domodedovo Airport turned into a futuristic pop-up space “ANGAR320” for just one night. The hard-to-reach and sensitive facility became the venue for the presentation of a new aircraft in the S7 Airlines fleet - the Airbus A320neo. An exclusive closed event and a hand-selected audience - all this made it possible to gather the top influencers of the Russian capital. The high-tech audiovisual show was the prelude to the giant ship, which immediately became a full-fledged member of one of the most fashionable parties of the summer. The live scenery in the form of planes taking off from the runway left the most incredible impressions on the guests, and the Airbus in its updated lime green livery filled social networks and made the cultural community talk about itself. The event was shortlisted for the BeaWorld Prize.

The target audience:
Celebrities, opinion leaders, media persons, brand-loyal audience, top management of S7 Airlines&Airbus

Number of event guests:
600

Channels and media tools for covering the event and description of the results:
Social media, life style publications

83 043 944 - Media coverage

Technologies and special effects used:
As part of this concept, we decided to take the uniqueness of the space itself as a basis and focus on the use of simple analogue solutions instead of a large number of complex technical innovations.
It was important to preserve the original appearance and atmosphere of a real hangar for repair and parking of aircraft, while favorably emphasizing its features and creating a feeling of coziness and intimacy of the event.
We used a large amount of warm soft light in combination with bright technological ice sticks, LED tickers with simple monotonous content, discus throwers, lasers and creojets.

Achieved effective indicators:
9 282 439 - Coverage from bloggers and celebrities
83 043 944 - Media coverage

Last year, Samsung held a “regional” presentation of its flagship smartphones Galaxy S6 and Galaxy S6 edge in Minsk. In 2016, there was no separate event in Belarus, but a big announcement took place in Moscow, where Belarusian journalists were also invited.

Real and virtual

Samsung Galaxy S7 and Galaxy S7 edge were presented in the very center of Moscow - “Spiridonov’s House”. In addition to the press, Russian stars were also present here - Yegor Creed, Timur Rodriguez and Nastya Zadorozhnaya. The latter, however, did not hesitate to pose for photographers with her iPhone.

The Russian presentation of gadgets was similar to the global one: guests were given Gear VR glasses and the usual announcement was turned into a virtual one - in a few minutes, the main innovations of the Galaxy S7 and Galaxy S7 edge were shown with the help of gadgets. The virtual presentation was led by the head of the Russian division of Samsung, Arkady Graf.

Later, in the showroom, where you could touch new Samsung devices, Arkady told the site that new device models are in much higher demand than their predecessors.

According to him, the number of pre-ordered devices has tripled compared to last year. Moreover, two thirds of all gadgets are Galaxy S7 edge with a curved screen.

Arkady Graf

Let's remind you about new products

Samsung Galaxy S7 is the “main” flagship of the Korean company in 2016. Galaxy S7 edge is a larger version with a curved screen at the edges.

The devices received a design similar to last year’s models. The differences are minimal. The less prominent camera eye immediately catches your eye; the Galaxy S6 and S6 edge had a larger one, however, the new flagships are thicker than the previous ones.

Dimensions of the Samsung Galaxy S7 are 142.4 x 69.6 x 7.9 mm, weight - 152 grams (last year's Galaxy S6 has dimensions of 143.4 x 70.5 x 6.8 mm, weight - 138 grams). Dimensions of the Galaxy S7 edge are 150.9 x 72.6 x 7.7 mm, weight - 157 grams.

The devices received different display diagonals: 5.1 inches for the Galaxy S7 and 5.5 inches for the curved Galaxy S7 edge (resolution in both cases - 2560 × 1440 pixels) - and different battery sizes: 3000 mAh for the Galaxy S7 and 3600 mAh for the Galaxy S7 edge (fast and wireless charging available).

Otherwise, the characteristics of the two smartphones are the same.

The global version, which will be sold in Belarus and Russia, has an Exynos 8 Octa chipset (four cores at 2.3 GHz and four more at 1.6 GHz). There are 4 GB of RAM, 32/64 GB of permanent memory, expandable by another 200 GB. Instead of expanding the memory, you can install a second SIM card.

Samsung promises that compared to the previous generation of flagships, the processor power has increased by 30% and the video accelerator by 60%. Interestingly, the gadget uses a liquid cooling system.

Much emphasis in new products is placed on cameras. The main modules are 12 megapixels with an enlarged matrix (½ inch) and f/1.7 aperture, the front ones are 5 megapixels (f/1.7) which will allow you to take excellent pictures even in poor lighting.

An important innovation is Dual Pixel autofocus technology. Each pixel of the matrix consists of two independent photodiodes, which are simultaneously used for quick focusing and image formation. Samsung promises that focusing time in low light conditions has been reduced from 0.85 seconds (on the Galaxy S6) to 0.2 seconds.

In addition, the Galaxy S7 and Galaxy S7 edge are protected from water and dust (IP68) without any plugs (smartphones can be submerged under water for 30 minutes to a depth of 1.5 meters).

One of the useful innovations is the Always On Display function. It displays the clock, calendar or selected picture and notifications on the switched off screen. Samsung claims that no more than 1% of energy per hour is spent on this.

Let us remind you that in Belarus the Samsung Galaxy S7 costs 16.5 million rubles, the Galaxy S7 edge with a curved screen costs 19 million. Both devices are offered with 32GB of storage in three colors: Dazzling Platinum, Diamond Black and Titanium Silver.

Samsung Electronics held an official presentation of the flagship smartphones Samsung Galaxy S7 and Galaxy S7 edge for the media, Russian show business stars and company partners, presenting to the guests an exciting performance in virtual reality called “Towards Change”. The party, dedicated to the unique new products of the Galaxy S line, was attended by show business stars, including Yegor Creed, Alisa Grebenshchikova, Teona Dolnikova, Nastya Zadorozhnaya, Dmitry Chebotarev, Yegor Konchalovsky, Konstantin Kryukov, Anton Lavrentyev, Anastasia Pronina, Timur Rodriguez, Timofey Kolesnikov , Pavel Tabakov, Maria Fomina, Mikhail Idov and many others. The famous DJ, artist and electronic musician Mujuice was responsible for the musical mood of the evening.

A special feature of the presentation was its unique format - guests were immersed in the world of virtual reality thanks to Samsung Gear VR glasses. Inside this visual performance, the head of Samsung Mobile in Russia, Arkady Graf, spoke about all the unlimited possibilities that open up to users of the new flagships.

The presentation of the Galaxy S7|S7 edge smartphones became the first Samsung event in Russia, where a new milestone in the development of Samsung Mobile was officially announced - the emergence of a whole ecosystem of Samsung devices and services: the latest Galaxy S7|S7 edge, Gear S2 smart watches, Gear 360 panoramic cameras , Gear VR virtual reality glasses and Level On Pro headphones. All these products, including the Gear 360 camera presented for the first time in Russia, could be seen and tested during the event.

Sales of new flagship smartphones will begin on March 18, and already the number of pre-orders for the Samsung Galaxy S7 and Galaxy S7 edge has broken all records of previous models.

Created for people who keep up with the times, the new Samsung Galaxy S7 edge│S7 incorporates the successful experience of its predecessors and the latest Samsung technologies, making them incredibly productive, ergonomic and elegant representatives of the premium segment of mobile gadgets. Stylish, water- and dust-resistant cases made of glass and metal will not leave indifferent even the most demanding connoisseurs of design and luxury, and a rich set of functions and an excellent camera with fast autofocus and Dual Pixel technology turn them into an indispensable tool for work, communication, travel and entertainment.

Samsung Galaxy S7 (5.1 inches) and Galaxy S7 edge (5.5 inches, with a unique curved screen on both sides) are equipped with Quad HD Super AMOLED screens with a resolution of 2560 × 1440 pixels and protected by 3D Corning Gorilla Glass 4 The new Always-On Display feature allows you to check the time, notifications and calendar without activating the screen.

Fast wired and wireless charging technologies built into the Samsung Galaxy S7 and Galaxy S7 edge allow you to fully charge 3000 and 3600 mAh batteries in just 90 minutes and 100 minutes, respectively. A powerful 8-core processor and power-saving features ensure long battery life, while an internal cooling system keeps devices from overheating when running demanding applications.

Sales of Samsung Galaxy S7 and Galaxy S7 edge smartphones will begin on March 18, 2016. Recommended retail prices for the devices: 49,990 and 59,990 rubles. Smartphones on the Russian market are presented in a version with an internal memory of 32 GB and will be available in three body colors: black diamond, dazzling platinum, and titanium silver.

Samsung has just unveiled the new Galaxy S7 and Galaxy S7 Edge smartphones at the Unpacked 2016 event. Thanks to the large number of leaks, almost everything was known about the devices even before the presentation. The new Galaxy S7 and Galaxy S7 Edge have the design of last year's Galaxy S6 and Galaxy S6 Edge, only this time the model with curved display edges has a larger diagonal screen.

Interestingly, the presentation was broadcast in virtual reality not only to ordinary users through a special application, but also to everyone present in the hall at the event. Each of the 3,000 visitors was given a Gear VR headset before the start.

“We believe in a brighter, faster and more convenient world. We are committed to bringing this vision to life with the Galaxy S7 and Galaxy S7 Edge smartphones, which combine elegant design with functionality for an uninterrupted device experience. Through new technologies, we empower consumers, helping them experience more from life, and we intend to continue to push the boundaries of what is possible in the future."

Said Dong Jin Ko, President of Mobile Communications at Samsung Electronics.

There are not many external changes compared to its predecessors, but they still exist. Firstly, the company completely got rid of chrome components, such as the frame of the earpiece, the Home button and the camera. Secondly, the camera now practically does not protrude from the body.

In addition, the back of the Galaxy S7 has curved edges, as was the case with last year's Galaxy Note 5, which makes it more comfortable to hold the device in your hand. The front and back retain tempered Gorilla Glass, and the frame is made of aluminum alloy. Both devices received protection from water and dust according to the IP68 standard. Despite the similarity with last year’s models, the new products received a number of new functions and internal improvements. One of the key changes was the camera. Instead of a 16-megapixel module, the new products use a new 12-megapixel camera with a 1/2.5-inch sensor and an F/1.7 aperture value, which is a record value in the smartphone market. This allows you to take better pictures in low and poor lighting conditions. The company pioneered the use of dual pixel technology, making focusing even faster and more accurate. The new Motion Panorama shooting mode brings traditional panoramic photos to life, completely immersing the user in what's happening on the screen.

Technical characteristics of Galaxy S7/S7 Edge:

		Galaxy S7 Edge
	LTE Cat. 9 (450/50 Mbit/s) *depends on country and telecom operator
	142.4 x 69.6 x 7.9 mm, 152 g	150.9 x 72.6 x 7.7 mm, 157 g
CPU	Octa-core (4 cores x 2.3 GHz + 4 cores x 1.6 GHz), 64-bit, 14 nm
	4 GB RAM (LPDDR4), 32 GB (UFS 2.0) + microSD (up to 200 GB)
	5.1" Quad HD Super AMOLED 2560x1440 (577 ppi)	5.5" Quad HD Super AMOLED 2560x1440 (534 ppi) Curved screen on both sides
	Main: Dual Pixel 12 MP (F1.7), OIS Front: 5 MP (F1.7)
Battery
	Supports fast wired and wireless charging Wireless charging capability compatible with WPC and PMA formats
Payment systems	*Service availability depends on country
Connections	WiFi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac (2.4/5 GHz), MIMO, Bluetooth v 4.2 LE, ANT+, USB 2.0, NFC
	Accelerometer, Geomagnetic Sensor, Gyroscope, RGB Ambient Light Sensor, Proximity Sensor, Barometer, Hall Sensor, Fingerprint Sensor, Heart Rate Sensor
	Water and dust protection (IP68)
	MP3, M4A, 3GA, AAC, OGG, OGA, WAV, WMA, AMR, AWB, FLAC, MID, MIDI, XMF, MXMF, IMY, RTTTL, RTX, OTA
	MP4, M4V, 3GP, 3G2, WMV, ASF, AVI, FLV, MKV, WEBM