Samsung Galaxy S8: features and overview of the main technical parameters, reviews

Description Samsung Galaxy S8: size, design and weight

The official date of the Samsung Galaxy S8 output is March 29, 2017, when the brand's new flagship was presented in New York. A feature of the positioning device is not up developments from the main competitor in the face of Apple, and quality development another smartphone that at the time of withdrawal was considered the most technically advanced device running Android system available on the market.

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The company traditionally has decided to release immediately two modifications of the device - the usual Samsung S8 and phone having the prefix Plus is, it represents only the increase in screen size. No more variation exists, which simplifies the user's choice, which do not need to rush between the selection of the optimal values ​​of the operational or permanent memory. The most important thing - to determine for themselves a comfortable size.

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Overview Galaxy S8 should start with the supplied design and model. The handset comes in a beautiful matte box on which are engraved blue letters identifying the letter index model. The most interesting thing for the user is hidden under the hood, which folds in the manner of the box. Options worthy flagship and is quite complete. All components are placed in the own cell.

In addition to its own smartphone lying on a plastic platform inside the box the user will find:

• charger output having a regulated voltage and current level (In 5/9 and 1.67 / A 2);
• USB Type-C connector cable;
• adapter with a micro-USB to USB Type-C;
• adapter USB - USB Type-C;
• clip for extracting a SIM card tray;
• documentation.

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The first thing that attracts anyone who picks up a smartphone, not yet knowing the exact specifications of Samsung Galaxy S8, - is design. The device is an elongate "bar", in which not a drop of plastic. All surfaces are made of glass and metal. Facets give the device a streamlined shape. By perimeter of the housing has a metal frame which tapers symmetrically on the sides and widens at the top and bottom. It is used to connect the two glass panels. Their coating is protected modern glass Gorilla Glass 5.

The rear surface is full of perfectly symmetrical, and all of curvature accurately follows the curve of the front panel. The edges of the glass are bent so much that the connecting seam is almost invisible. That is why critics have dubbed the new product from Samsung «smartphone without borders" of the company.

smartphone screen turned elongated due to the use by a non-standard aspect ratio - 18: 9, as opposed to habitual - 16: 9. The complete absence of frames on each side leading to the attainment of housing is so narrow that even the older model, which has a screen diagonal of 6.2 inches, it is quite convenient and comfortable to hold with one hand. Overall dimensions of the smartphone were as follows: length - 148.9 mm, width - 68.1 mm, height - 8 mm and weighs 155 g

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The device is completely lost physical button "home", which was completely onscreen. One of the interesting "chips" is slightly off key at each activation of the smartphone. This is dictated by the desire to prevent the risk of burn-pixels when displaying static images.

For all the beauty and convenience of the design significant spoon of tar, which overshadows the delight specifications Samsung Galaxy S8, is the unfortunate location of the fingerprint reader. It is located on the rear panel, but sensor size is substantially reduced, compared with accepted standards, and it is oriented vertically. As a result, when you unlock the blind is likely to touch the camera lens with your finger.

According to its specifications Samsung Galaxy S8 is one of the most advanced smartphones on the market. Even out the next model (S9) was not able to shake the popularity of a leader, because, as in the case IPhone 7 and 8, significant changes have occurred, and the cost was increased. Therefore, you can just buy a smartphone Samsung Galaxy S8 and not to pursue a "raw" more "nine".

Main characteristics Samsung Galaxy S8

The table summarizes the main parameters of the model, in terms of technical features.

For completeness, the review should focus on the basic parameters in more detail.

The type of processor and memory options

The company produces two modifications that differ processor type. For Europe and the CIS countries, the device is equipped with a proprietary Samsung - SoC Exynos 8895. This stone is a 9 generation of this type of processors. Its operation is based on the use of the spikes 4 + 4: the first four nuclei - is ARM Cortex-A-53 with sensitivity of 1.7 GHz, which required to perform simple tasks, and the second represented by custom nuclei Exynos M1 clocked 2.3 GHz. They are connected with the need to treat heavy games or solving complex algorithms.

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The results of the passage of basic tests demonstrate that the use of the company's own development of a positive impact on capacity. The results of the testing in the major synthetic benchmarks are as follows:

1. AnTuTu: 174 155.
2. Quadrant Standard: 43 185.
3. PCMark: 5371 (Work 2.0), 6034 (Work 1.0).
4. PCMark Storage: 4 421.
5. 3DMark: 3 159.
6. Vellamo: 7269 (browser), 3324 (Metal graphics), 3621 (multi-core test).
7. Geekbench 4.0: 1974 (single-core), 6339 (multicore).

There is also a modification that uses the most powerful Snapdragon from Qualcomm - 835. These smartphones are available only in the US market. If we talk about memory, it should be noted that the company has given its device is the most advanced volume. RAM is only 4 GB, which is the standard even budget models.

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Permanent storage device in the base - 64 GB. The manufacturer has gone on ways to increase the amount of available space. It is connected with the development of digital technology, as well as with the technical capabilities of the smartphone camera, which allows you to take pictures with a resolution of 4032 × 3024 pixels, which occupy a lot of space. Also there is the possibility of shooting video in Ultra HD format. Such a clip also requires space.

Overview screen Samsung Galaxy S8

The smartphone matrix set from Samsung, having a resolution of 1440 × 2960 pixels. The distinguishing feature is the ability to change the display quality in the settings. You can put the resolution up to 2960 × 1440 or WQHD +. Screen SuperAMOLED a dot density of 570 ppi.

Since the device refers to the leaders, and that, accordingly, it is set in the top version matrix, which provides a maximum viewing angles, good visibility even in bright sunshine rays. There are a variety of settings, including separately can be noted correction blue that reduces eye strain when using your smartphone at night.

Despite the non-standard aspect ratios, which is not always convenient when watching videos or games, the manufacturer has provided the opportunity in settings to adapt the content to the user comfort. When you activate this function, the picture is displayed on the entire screen.

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Communications

Communication features of the smartphone include support for all the major communication formats, even the most advanced LTE Cat.16 technology. According to the developers, the implementation of support for this format has increased the speed of reception / transmission by 20% compared to the previous generation.

Wireless technologies that are implemented in the Samsung Galaxy the S8, include the use of dual-band Wi-Fi-Transmitter and Bluetooth module 5 generations. Built-in navigation module can qualitatively work with the Russian GLONASS system, and Chinese satellites Beidou. cold start speed is only several seconds at maximum sharpness ranking. Also, the device has a built-in magnetic compass.

Overview of multimedia features

The device is equipped with two cameras. The front has a resolution of 8 megapixels and lacks its own flash, but it is equipped with a high-aperture lens with the size of f / 1.7 aperture. it also supports Intelligent AF function that is necessary for the realization of the possibility of face recognition when unlocking the screen, and provides a better quality picture.

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The main chamber (which is only one) has a resolution of 12 MB, the size of the aperture of the same - f / 1.7, a pixel diameter - 1.4 microns. In addition, to obtain a better image, a system of optical stabilization and Dual Pixel Technology, used for ultrafast focusing if necessary imprinting sudden movements under low lighting. The manufacturer has applied in the main chamber of the matrix of the previous model S7 Edge, equipping it a few improvements. As a result, in low light conditions, the built-handling mechanisms that allow you to achieve the best image detail and reduce noise. In general, it should be noted that the pictures are saturated, automatic HDR system does not lead to overexposed areas of the frame.

In the camera settings for available selection of multiple shooting modes with preset parameters. There Food shooting function, animated pan, slow motion and to obtain photos with selective focus.

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In addition, the camera is connected to the assistant Bixby, allowing to determine the shooting place to find information on the Internet about the subject in the photo, or translated into electronic texts to the screen. Not the best way to listen to music device sold. There own player, so all the music content has to listen through service from Google called Google Play Music, which differs not the most convenient and user-friendly interface. There is a possibility of building the sound quality with the help of a powerful set of manual settings and presets.

Battery and power

The device uses the built-in battery 3000 mA / h. Features Samsung Galaxy S8 Plus further characterized using more capacious battery (3500 mA / h). This is due to the greater diagonal display.

Battery supports wireless charging function. Needless charger supports fast charging. The time for a complete recharge the battery at a voltage of 5 V is about 1.5 hours.

Time smartphone life in different usage modes are as follows:

• Reading e-books - 21 hours;
• watching videos - 14.5 hours;
• Games - 5 hours.

In normal use (phone calls, checking email, surfing the internet) smartphone is able to last throughout the day. There is also a performance tuning mode, when using a memory by unloading unused applications, and activate power saving mode.

Software

Firmware Samsung Galaxy S8 out of the box represented by Android 7.0 operating system, which is slightly modified proprietary shell Samsung Experience. In this case, the manufacturer is already engaged in a massive update to Android OS 8.0, which can be obtained "through the air". To honor the manufacturer, it should be noted that the number of pre-installed software is minimal. This is the necessary services from Google, custom Samsung apps (Notes, browser, control system "Smart house" for migration tools from other phones, applications for control over their own health). Office applications are also available (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).

Hardware keys are missing. They are replaced by a central home button, which has a feedback. menu call is swipe down from the top or from the bottom up on the screen.

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Also, one of the software innovations can be considered the emergence of the protected folders, the choice of which should be implemented in the settings menu. This store allows you to safely store any information.

The possibility of contactless payment

The smartphone has NFC module, which makes it possible to carry out contactless payments. You can install Google Pay, or use the built-in system called Samsung Pay. It allows you to register multiple cards at the same time and pick them when paying. Application start-up is carried out, even from the lock screen, and activation of payment carried out using a PIN-code or fingerprint scanner.

additional Features

Of the additional features offered by the smartphone Samsung Galaxy S8, can be identified by means of unlocking FaceID or iris scans. Function, in contrast to the Apple X, implemented at a decent level and prevents false alarms, you can unlock the device even in complete darkness. Problems can arise only when direct sunlight on the screen at the time of activation of the smartphone.

Consumer reviews on Samsung Galaxy S8

It may be noted that, despite some shortcomings, which has flagship, he remains one of the best smart phones, not only in 2017, but continues to remain so in 2018 Now the acquisition device is advantageous because Amid new model Samsung Galaxy S9 costs become significantly lower than RRP.