{"id":487,"date":"2015-08-13T20:31:02","date_gmt":"2015-08-14T01:31:02","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/samsungnewsroom-staging.elasticbeanstalk.com\/us\/?p=487"},"modified":"2019-06-18T22:30:01","modified_gmt":"2019-06-19T02:30:01","slug":"samsung-remains-ahead-of-the-curve-with-bold-big-screen-smartphones","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/samsung-newsroom-production.barbariangroup.com\/us\/samsung-remains-ahead-of-the-curve-with-bold-big-screen-smartphones\/","title":{"rendered":"SAMSUNG Remains Ahead of the Curve with Bold, Big Screen Smartphones"},"content":{"rendered":"

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NEW YORK, August 13, 2015<\/span> – Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd.,<\/span>\u00a0announced today the global launch of the Samsung <\/span>Galaxy S6 edge+ and Galaxy Note5. Both devices represent Samsung\u2019s commitment to the big screen smartphone <\/span>market, which Samsung boldly pioneered in 2011 with the original Galaxy Note.<\/span><\/p>\n

The Galaxy S6 edge+ and Galaxy Note5 blend form and function with industry leading features, including: <\/span>Samsung\u2019s best screen technology, Samsung\u2019s most advanced camera for high quality photos and videos, fast <\/span>wireless and wired charging, and an incredibly powerful processor. With increased 4GB RAM, both phones enable <\/span>users to enjoy more seamless multi-tasking. \u00a0 <\/span><\/p>\n

With its curved 5.7-inch Quad HD Super AMOLED screen, the Galaxy S6 edge+ makes the edge experience even <\/span>better and provides a more immersive multimedia experience. The thinner, slimmer and newly-designed Galaxy <\/span>Note5 has a refined, next generation S Pen and multi window capabilities for a more productive smartphone <\/span>experience. <\/span><\/p>\n

Samsung Pay<\/span><\/strong>, Samsung\u2019s simple and safe mobile payment service, will launch in the U.S. in September and will be <\/span>available virtually anywhere you can swipe your card<\/span>1<\/sup><\/span>. Protected by Samsung KNOX, fingerprint verification and <\/span>digital tokenization, Samsung Pay works with both MST (Magnetic Secure Transmission) and NFC (Near Field <\/span>Communication) technologies, bringing consumers closer than ever to a world without wallets. <\/span><\/p>\n

\u201cAt Samsung, we believed in the promise that big screen smartphones could actively address some major <\/span>consumers pain points by providing users with a better viewing experience and more productivity on-the-go,\u201d said <\/span>JK Shin, CEO and President of IT & Mobile Division, Samsung Electronics<\/strong>. \u201cWith the launch of the Galaxy S6 edge+ <\/span>and Note5, we\u2019re reemphasizing our commitment to bold, fearless innovation that meets the needs of our <\/span>consumers.\u201d <\/span><\/p>\n

Galaxy S6 edge+ \u2013 best for multimedia<\/span><\/h4>\n

With the Galaxy S6 edge+, Samsung is bringing everything consumers love about the S6 edge to a bigger screen in <\/span>a slim and thin form factor. Beautiful and intuitive, it uses the dual edges as a shortcut from any screen to users\u2019 <\/span>top contacts and apps. \u2018Apps edge\u2019 allows users to access their favorite apps by just swiping the edge display. <\/span>\u2018People edge\u2019 helps users quickly find their favorite contacts and send messages, or give a call directly from any <\/span>screen.<\/span><\/p>\n

Galaxy Note5 \u2013 perfect for multitaskers <\/span><\/h4>\n

The Galaxy Note5 is a stunning upgrade to Samsung\u2019s flagship Galaxy Note line \u2013 more powerful than ever. <\/span>Inspired by the design legacy of the Galaxy S6, it ergonomically fits in one hand with a narrower bezel and curved <\/span>back which makes it easier to use the phone with one hand.\u00a0 <\/span><\/p>\n

Engineered to help people get more done, faster, the Galaxy Note5 includes an all new S Pen that feels more solid <\/span>and balanced in the user\u2019s hand, offering improved writing capabilities and a variety of practical tools. A unique <\/span>clicking mechanism pops the S Pen out with just one quick click. Users can now quickly jot down ideas or <\/span>information even when the screen is off. The \u2018Air Command\u2019 feature gets more intuitive and practical as well; now <\/span>the icon hovers for instant access to all of S Pen tools from any screen at any time. Users can also annotate on PDF <\/span>files or capture a whole website from top to bottom with Scroll Capture. <\/span><\/p>\n

Powerful Core Galaxy Features<\/span><\/h4>\n

Both the Galaxy S6 edge+ and Note5 feature unprecedented multimedia capabilities through Samsung\u2019s industry-<\/span>leading\u00a0<\/span>5.7-inch Quad HD Super AMOLED display<\/span>. <\/span><\/p>\n

As social networking becomes more ubiquitous, consumers expect to share the moments of their lives through <\/span>video. On both the front-facing and rear-facing cameras your videos will be steadier and smoother with the added <\/span>Video Digital Image Stabilization. Video Collage Mode allows users to record and edit short videos easily in various <\/span>frames and effects. The Galaxy S6 edge+ and Note5 also feature 4K Video filming which can be displayed on a 4K <\/span>TV, as well as full HD\u00a0<\/span>Live Broadcast<\/span>, which lets users instantly stream video straight from the phone to any <\/span>individual, group of contacts, or even the public through YouTube Live. Anyone who receives the YouTube link <\/span>from a Galaxy S6 edge+ or Note5 user is able to enjoy live broadcast from his or her smartphone, tablet, PC or <\/span>Smart TV. <\/span><\/p>\n

Galaxy S6 edge+ and Galaxy Note5 users will also benefit from Samsung\u2019s\u00a0<\/span>advanced camera system<\/span>, including <\/span>Quick launch (double-click the home button to launch the camera from any screen), Auto Real-time High Dynamic <\/span>Range (HDR), and Optical Image Stabilization (OIS) and brand-new filters. Both devices feature\u00a0<\/span>Ultra High Quality <\/span>Audio<\/span>\u00a0(UHQA) to upscale audio streams and files for richer, high-quality sound. UHQA is supported over Bluetooth <\/span>on Samsung\u2019s next generation wireless audio accessories, including the Level On Wireless Pro. <\/span><\/p>\n

The Galaxy S6 edge+ and Note5 feature Samsung\u2019s built in, fast wired and wireless charging technology which is <\/span>compatible with virtually any wireless charging pad available today. <\/span> Samsung\u2019s newest devices are further upgraded to support\u00a0<\/span>SideSync 4.0<\/span>, which offers both wireless and wired PC-<\/span>smartphone integration for seamless connection across devices<\/span>2<\/sup><\/span>. Thanks to auto-detection and an ultra-quick <\/span>setup, users can instantly connect their Samsung device to their PC or tablet to easily respond to text messages, <\/span>answer phone calls or access and share files and data. <\/span><\/p>\n

The Galaxy S6 edge+ and Galaxy Note5 are built on the upgraded Samsung KNOX, end-to-end secure mobile <\/span>platform, offering defense-grade features for real-time protection from potential malicious attacks. Both devices <\/span>are also ready for immediate enterprise adoption, with market-leading MDMs and KNOX enhancements. Right out <\/span>of the box, Samsung KNOX takes security to the next level. <\/span> In the U.S., the Galaxy S6 edge+ will be available in Black Sapphire and Gold Platinum, and the Galaxy Note5 will be <\/span>available in Black Sapphire and White Pearl \u2013 in 32GB and 64GB memory options<\/span>3<\/sup><\/span>. \u00a0AT&T, Sprint, T-Mobile, U.S. <\/span>Cellular and Verizon Wireless will carry the Galaxy S6 edge+ and Galaxy Note5. \u00a0The devices will also be available at <\/span>Samsung Experience Shops at Best Buy, as well as Amazon.com, BestBuy.com, Costco Wholesale, Inc., Sam\u2019s Club, <\/span>Target and select Walmart stores. Carriers and retailers will confirm specific pricing and availability. <\/span> Consumers can get an exclusive first look at both devices at more than 7,000 participating AT&T, Sprint, T-Mobile, <\/span>Verizon Wireless and Samsung Experience Shops at Best Buy locations across the U.S. starting tomorrow, August <\/span>14. The full list of participating locations is available at\u00a0<\/span>www.samsung.com\/onebigdecision<\/a><\/span>. <\/span>\u00a0\u00a0 <\/span><\/p>\n

About Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd.<\/strong> <\/span><\/span><\/h4>\n
Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd. inspires the world and shapes the future with transformative ideas and technologies, <\/span>redefining the worlds of TVs, smartphones, wearable devices, tablets, cameras, digital appliances, printers, medical <\/span>equipment, network systems, and semiconductor and LED solutions. We are also leading in the Internet of Things <\/span>space through, among others, our Smart Home and Digital Health initiatives. We employ 307,000 people across 84 <\/span>countries with annual sales of US $196 billion. To discover more, please visit our official website at <\/span>www.samsung.com<\/a><\/span>\u00a0and our official blog at global.samsungtomorrow.com<\/a> <\/span><\/div>\n

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Samsung Galaxy S6 edge+ and Galaxy Note5 Product Specification <\/span><\/h4>\n
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*All functionality, features, specifications and other product information provided in this document including, but not limited to, the benefits, <\/span><\/em>design, pricing, components, performance, availability, and capabilities of the product are subject to change without notice or obligation.<\/em><\/span><\/h6>\n
1<\/sup><\/span>Only compatible with select cards and Samsung devices; see\u00a0<\/span>www.samsung.com\/pay<\/span>\u00a0for compatibility. <\/span><\/em><\/h6>\n
2<\/sup>\u00a0<\/span>For supported devices, please visit www.samsung.com\/us\/sidesync <\/span><\/em><\/h6>\n
3<\/sup><\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/em>Portion of memory occupied by existing content<\/em> <\/span><\/h6>\n
\u00a0*Samsung, Galaxy S, Galaxy Note, Super AMOLED, Knox, SideSync and Samsung Pay are all trademarks of Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd. \u00a0Google, <\/span>Google Drive, Gmail, Google+, Hangouts, Google Maps, and other marks are trademarks of Google Inc. \u00a0Other company names, product names <\/span>and marks mentioned herein are the property of their respective owners and may be trademarks or registered trademarks. <\/span><\/h6>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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