IFA 2014: Samsung announces Galaxy Note 4 and Galaxy Note Edge

Samsung Galaxy Note 4After all the rumours over the past few weeks and months, it should come as no surprise that Samsung today unveiled the Samsung Galaxy Note 4. It was introduced alongside the Galaxy Note Edge which introduces the curved Edge screen which wraps around to the side to provide easy access to “frequently used apps, alerts and device functionality – even when the cover is closed – all with the swipe of a thumb.”

As expected, the Samsung Galaxy Note 4 improves upon its predecessor in a number of ways, including upgrading the 5.7-inch display to WQHD resolution. The cameras have been improved as well. For example, the rear camera now comes with a Smart Optical Image Stabilizer that can counter-balance camera shake and automatically extend exposure time in dark settings. it is also the first mobile device to incorporate a UV sensor. It also sports a metal frame.

On the software side, there are a number of improvements as well. For example, Multi Window has been enhanced and now offers full, split or pop-up screens wjich can be moved and resized.

Samsung has also made further improvements to its S Pen technology which promises a “much more authentic pen experience, with a more natural brush effect that perfectly emulates writing on paper with a fountain or calligraphy pen.”

Samsung Galaxy Note 4 specifications:

  • Processor: 2.7GHz quad-core or octa-core (4×1.9GHz & 4×1.3GHz)
  • Operating system: Google Android 4.4 KitKat
  • Cellular connectivity: LTE/HSPA+ 42Mbps/GPRS/EDGE
  • Other connectivity: GPS/GLONASS, dual-band 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac Wi-Fi, Bluetooth 4.1, NFC
  • Display: 5.7-inch QHD (2560×1440) Super AMOLED
  • RAM: 3GB
  • Internal storage: 32GB
  • External storage: MicroSD cards up to 64GB
  • Rear-facing camera: 16MP AF with OIS
  • Front-facing camera: 3.7MP
  • Ports: USB 2.0, MHL 3.0
  • Sensors: UV sensor
  • Battery: 3,220mAh
  • Dimensions: 153.5 × 78.6 × 8.5 millimeters
  • Weight: 176 grams
  • Colours: Charcoal Black, Frost White, Bronze Gold, Blossom Pink
  • Other: IR remote control

The Samsung Galaxy Note Edge promises to take the Galaxy Note experience to the next level thanks to its curved display. As you would expect from a Galaxy Note device, it comes with an S Pen.

Samsung Galaxy Note Edge

Samsung Galaxy Note Edge specifications:

  • Processor: 2.7GHz quad-core
  • Operating system: Google Android 4.4 KitKat
  • Cellular connectivity: LTE/HSPA+ 42Mbps/GPRS/EDGE
  • Other connectivity: GPS/GLONASS, dual-band 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac Wi-Fi, Bluetooth 4.1, NFC
  • Display: 5.6-inch QHD (2560×1440) Super AMOLED with 160 pixel Edge display
  • RAM: 3GB
  • Internal storage: 32GB/64GB
  • External storage: MicroSD cards up to 64GB
  • Rear-facing camera: 16MP AF with OIS
  • Front-facing camera: 3.7MP
  • Ports: USB 2.0, MHL 3.0
  • Battery: 3,000mAh Li-ion
  • Dimensions: 151.3 × 82.4 × 8.3 millimeters
  • Weight: 174 grams
  • Colours: Charcoal Black, Frost White
  • Other: IR remote control

The Samsung Galaxy Note 4 will launch globally in October. The Samsung Galaxy Note Edge will follow later this year but will only hit unspecified “select markets.”



Source : Samsung Tomorrow