Hangul is the Korean alphabet as it is now known. And, both in the north and south, a party is held to commemorate its creation by the king. Sejong the GreatThe holiday, specifically, is celebrated on October 9 in South Korea (January 15 in North Korea) and its name is Hummin Jeongeum (also known as Hunminjeongeum).
Coinciding with this holiday, Samsung had the idea of launching a collector's edition from your phablet Samsung Galaxy Note 2 for this reason. Therefore, in addition to the terminal, a Flip type lid, one of the best-selling Galaxy S3 models, with printed glyphs. A very interesting move that's sure to catch the attention of more than one buyer in the Asian country.
Why this edition is special
Beyond the cultural nod, the protagonist is a device that marked an era among the so-called phabletsThe Galaxy Note 2 combined a large screen with the S Pen, bringing the use of a digital notebook closer to the mobile: writing, cutting content with EasyClip, launch Quick command, use Popup Notes during calls or add annotations with photo noteThe Hangul edition celebrates this approach in the creative productivity and dressed it in a commemorative design.
Intended for collectors
To make the purchase much more attractive, the company has announced that the number of devices that 1.009 units… Which, as you can see, makes a clear reference to the day on which the birth of Hangul is celebrated. Therefore, getting one of these terminals is almost more an act of collecting than a search for technology and utility.
What's included in the commemorative pack?
- Galaxy Note 2 with S Pen-optimized software and productivity features.
- Flip cover with Hangul glyphs printed, which protects the screen and provides a distinctive finish.
- Exclusive aesthetic details associated with the holiday, designed to distinguish the unit from the standard version.
To offer the best possible design on the Flip cover and on the printed glyphs, Samsung has enlisted the help of the Korean designer Geon Maan, which ensures a highly attractive and innovative appearance. In addition, it has been ensured that the creativity and innovation are an essential part of the creation that has been made.
Galaxy Note 2 features that shine in this edition
The Note 2 brings together a screen 5,55-inch HD Super AMOLED (16:9 format) ideal for writing and drawing with the S Pen. Its processor 1,6 GHz Quad Core Exynos and 2 GB of RAM They offer fluidity in multitasking, something that is noticeable with functions such as Multiview (Multi Window) to split the screen and run two apps at the same time. The storage 16 / 32 / 64 GB, expandable via microSD, allows you to save notes, screenshots and projects without any hassle.
In photography, it integrates a main camera of 8 MP with 1080p recording and a 1,9 MP front camera designed for video calls. In terms of usability, it adds smart gestures such as Smart Stay, quick accesses such as Direct Call, or floating playback with Pop Up Play. All of this is supported by a battery of 3.100 mAh which allows for an intense day of creative use.
- S Pen and apps: S Note, templates, improved brushes, and gesture access.
- Preview when you zoom in on the pen: very useful for consulting content without changing screens.
- Smart crop with Easy Clip: capture, outline and share in seconds.
The price of the device has not been indicated, but it will obviously be higher than the usual version (it must be remembered that in the free market costs about € 700) and what has been confirmed is that this Samsung Galaxy Note 2 you will have the Multiview option from the day it goes on sale. Will Samsung do the same for other celebrations in other countries?
On the Flip cover with Hangul glyphs
The star accessory of the pack is the Flip type cover with Hangul characters engravings. In addition to protecting, it functions as a statement of intent: a product that celebrates the deed and the act of taking notes. The choice of a typographic pattern reinforces the message of the Note range and its alliance with the S Pen to take natural notes, draw or edit documents on the go.
Availability, units and recommendations
With 1.009 unitsThe Hangul edition is clearly aimed at fans of the brand and design lovers. If you get one, keep the box and documentation to maintain the value of collector, protects the Flip cover to avoid scratches, and activates functions as soon as possible such as Multiview, Popup Notes y Quick command to squeeze the whole thing from day one.
In a landscape where there are more and more large diagonal mobiles, this edition demonstrates why the Note 2 remains a icon mobile productivity: a stylish phablet with a precise stylus and careful editing that pays homage to the Korean alphabet in a way that is consistent with its spirit.
