Apple has gone for a four-inch screen again, and that could make the market change a lot even if it doesn't seem like it. They still think that five inches is not useful for a phone, and in fact there are many who do. It would not be uncommon to see new smartphones with screens smaller than five inches. The Samsung Tizen, for example, it would have a 4,8-inch screen.
And what would be even less strange is that this type of size became the standard. A size that is not an exaggeration of five inches, but is still large and useful. The new Samsung Tizen, about which we still know very little, is destined to become "the best" smartphone, according to the CEO of the South Korean company itself. In fact, this was the reason why the launch was postponedForecasts pointed to a smartphone with a high-definition display that wouldn't reach Full HD. This is typical of the mid-range, and it's obvious that a device that aims to be the best can't have a screen of this type.
However, new news could indicate that this is indeed one of the company's best smartphones. Until now, everything we knew about it was based on the internal name that already appeared regarding this device. It is called SM-Z9005, and now has reappeared in a document which shows which smartphones and tablets Samsung has sent for testing. Specifically, it has sent 35 units of this smartphone. But what matters is that the details of the same indicate that it would have a 4,8-inch screen. This is no longer a 4,3-inch screen, more typical of the mid-range, but a display that could perfectly be from a high-end one. It remains to be seen, however, if it will finally be Full HD. The data says that the resolution will be 720p, although everything will be visible, since this would not be typical of what the CEO of Samsung called "the best" smartphone. What we already know is that the Samsung Tizen It is in the testing phase, and we could have more news about its official launch soon.
Expected technical specifications of the first Samsung with Tizen
Beyond the initial leaks, various official communications have outlined a very complete device to launch the platform. The screen would be HD Super AMOLED de 4,8 inches with resolution of 1280 x 720, an ideal balance between sharpness and energy efficiency to avoid skyrocketing consumption.
- Processor: quad-core a 2,3 GHz.
- Memory: 2 GB of RAM y 16 GB storage, expandable with microSD up to 64 GB.
- Connectivity: LTE (Cat.4), Wi-Fi, Bluetooth 4.0 BLE, NFC, infrared, GPS with GLONASS.
- Chambers: back of 8 SM and front of 2,1 SM.
- Battery: 2.600 mAh with advanced energy saving modes.
- Biometrics: fingerprint reader y heart rate sensor.
- Dimensions and weight: 138,2 x 69,8 x 8,5 mm and 136 g.
- Software: Tizen 2.2.1, with customizable interface and theme manager.
The set aims at a phone halfway between the mid-range and the high-end, with solvent hardware and a clear focus on the fluency. The Super AMOLED panel, the support for LTE and biometric sensors replicate functions that Samsung already integrates into its higher ranges.
Tizen OS: Philosophy, Apps, and Key Features
This phone is expected to offer a familiar experience for Samsung users: interface close to TouchWiz, theme manager, and utilities such as With Health 3.0In the field of efficiency, the following stand out: Ultra Power Saving to stretch the autonomy and Download Booster to combine Wi‑Fi and mobile data on compatible downloads.
To strengthen the ecosystem, Samsung has promoted initiatives for developers such as competitions Tizen apps and technical conferences. The result is a growing catalog that prioritizes fluency’s most emblematic landmarks, the low consumption and integration with the brand's services.
Availability and launch strategy
Samsung prioritized a phased exit: start in Russia in the third quarter and subsequent expansion to more countries. Prior to commercialization, the company postponed the launch to better consolidate the application ecosystemIn parallel, the sending of 35 units from the test model SM‑Z9005 to laboratories, a logical step to certify networks, cameras, sensors and autonomy.
This gradual approach seeks to ensure a stable experience from day one and measure user response in key markets, with room to iterate software and services.
Why 4,8 inches can be the sweet spot
The diagonal of 4,8 inches balances one-handed usability and space for content. It doesn't reach the nearly five-inch formats that some consider excessive, but it offers a comfortable multimedia experience, with good reading and navigation. With resolution HD, power consumption is moderate and graphics performance remains fluid, two important advantages in everyday use.
The strategy of other manufacturers betting on content formats It demonstrates that there's demand for displays smaller than five inches. In this context, a 4,8-inch Tizen could set a practical standard if combined with optimized software and competitive battery life.
With well-balanced hardware, high-end features like footprint y pulsometer, and a proposed system more open And efficient, the Samsung with Tizen and a 4,8-inch display is positioned as a real alternative. If availability and the ecosystem support it, it could become the benchmark the brand was looking for for its platform.
