The Samsung Galaxy S7 will be the most relevant smartphone of the first half of next year, at least if no other smartphone manages to improve upon the features of Samsung's mobile. We gather prices and versions and key details of Samsung's new flagship, along with practical extras that will help you choose and get the most out of it.
The versions of the Samsung Galaxy S7
The information comes from SamMobile, and is presented as an exclusive, so we can almost assume it is real information. The pair of sizes is noteworthy.It will have a 5,1-inch screen and a 5,5-inch screen, the latter being the same size as the iPhone 6s Plus. The aim of this phone is likely to compete with Apple's smartphone. Furthermore, there will be two versions of each model, with a curved screen, for a total of four versions: Samsung Galaxy S7, Samsung Galaxy Edge S7, Samsung Galaxy S7 Edge + y Samsung Galaxy S7 +, with 5,1-inch and 5,5-inch screens and versions with curved and standard screens.
Beyond size, They all share a Super AMOLED panel with QHD resolution., very high frontal utilization and features such as Always On Display. The certification IP68 It guarantees water and dust resistance, and the The design combines glass and aluminum. for a similar premium feel across variants, with greater comfort in the 5,1-inch model.
Pricing
Regarding prices, the most basic versionThe Samsung Galaxy S7 with 32GB of internal storage would be priced at €700. The Samsung Galaxy S7 Edge with 32GB of internal storage would be priced at €800. Officially, the launch prices were around 719 and 819 euros respectively, always for 32 GB and with microSD slot up to 200 GBThe versions with 64 GB of internal memory would be more expensive, about 70-80 euros more than the 32 GB versions.
And we would also have to take into account the Plus versionsThese would be more expensive, although their price is unclear. It's possible the Samsung Galaxy S7+ will be priced at €800, and the Samsung Galaxy S7 Edge+ at €900. In stores and distributors, Offers often appear below the official prices.and the operators adjust the cost with their contract rates.
Key Features and Specifications
- Unlimited: Octa 8 Exynos 8890 (or Snapdragon 820 depending on the market) with Mali-T880/Adreno GPU and 4 GB of LPDDR4 RAM for remarkable fluidity.
- Storage: UFS 2.0 of 32 / 64 GB expandable with microSD (up to 200 GB). There is an advanced trick to make the microSD card be treated as internal memory.
- Screen: 5,1″ QHD or 5,5″ QHD, Super AMOLEDHigh pixel density and Always On mode. On the Edge, curved edges with contextual functions.
- CamerasRear of 12 MP f / 1.7 with Dual Pixel, OIS and 4K video; front camera 5 MP f / 1.7 for bright selfies.
- battery and charging: 3.000 mAh Qi fast wireless chargingSolid autonomy for a busy day.
- Connectivity4G LTE, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth 4.2NFC, GPS with A-GPS/GLONASS/BeiDou, jack 3,5 mm, fingerprint reader and Micro USB (without USB-C).
- Finished: glass and aluminumIP68 protection, weight close to 152 g and compact dimensions in the 5,1″ version.
- SoftwareAndroid with Samsung's skin, optimized for speed, and added features such as Always On Display.
Tips and storage
Although the microSD card is used by default as external storage, it is possible to enable the system to do so. interpret the card as internal memory using advanced commands. This allows you to install apps and move data to the SD card as an extension of the 32GB, ideal if you opt for the base model. It's advisable to use fast cards and make a backup before making major changes.
Energy efficiency and responsible purchasing
In some stores you'll see programs like Climate Pledge Friendly and EU/UK Energy Labelwhich help to identify more efficient products (classes A, B or C on the A-G scale) and to know data such as noise consumption or emissionsAlthough this label applies mainly to household appliances, its presence encourages more sustainable purchases and can help reduce energy consumption in the home.
Points for and against
- BestExcellent camera, very high performance, high-quality screen and compact size at 5,1″.
- To improve: absence of FM radio, somewhat unusual design slippery, a speaker that could be placed in a more favorable area, and a micro USB port instead of USB-C.
The Samsung Galaxy S7, as well as its various versions, will likely be unveiled on February 20th, and it appears they will go on sale the same month. With its range of sizes, memory options, IP68 water and dust resistance, and extras like Always On Display, It remains competitive against direct rivalsIf you take advantage of offers from distributors or operators, you can get very attractive prices without sacrificing high-end features.
