The Samsung Galaxy Note 3 is over, now what matters is the new smartphone, which could relieve you in a matter of weeks, the Samsung Galaxy Note 3 ActiveThis new terminal would have an essential differentiating feature, and that is that its screen would be flexible. In addition, the data indicates that it will be 5,5 inches, and not 5,7 inches, as in the case of the Note 3.
We still don't know when it will be officially launched, and we can't even guarantee that it will ever reach the market, but the Samsung Galaxy Note 3 Active is already a reality for the vast majority of users. Everything seems to indicate that his launch would take place next week, so we won't have to wait too long to confirm that it does indeed exist, as well as its precise technical specifications.
And that is what we know today about this smartphone not very sure. The data seems to make sense, but there is no reliable source to certify this, so it seems that we will have to wait until Samsung's launch to find out what the South Korean company's new smartphone will be like. What we know so far, in addition to the fact that it would have a flexible AMOLED display, is that this screen would be 5,5 inches. The Note 3's screen is 5,7 inches, so there would be a difference that would have a lot to do with the problems involved in manufacturing a flexible screen. On the other hand, since the smartphone has a curved shape, it's likely they opted for a smaller size to avoid it becoming a bulky, space-consuming contraption.
In addition to this, it would take a Qualcomm Snapdragon 800 processor quad-core capable of reaching 2,2 GHz, as well as a Adreno 330 graphics processor, so it would be very similar to the current Samsung Galaxy Note 3. As we've already said, Samsung will have to confirm details about the new device next week.
Variants and sizes considered for the Note family
In the Galaxy Note ecosystem they have been handled three diagonals for the panel: 5,5, 5,7 and 5,99 inches. This strategy fits with the Samsung philosophy to cover different user profiles, as it already did with the Galaxy S family with base, mini, zoom and versions S4 ActiveLogistics leaks have pointed to several Note 3 models that differ not only in chip (Exynos or Snapdragon 800) but also in screen size.
Among the most repeated identifiers are the references SM‑N900 (international base with Exynos) and SM‑N9005 (international with Snapdragon 800), along with carrier-oriented variants: SM‑N900A, SM‑N900T, SM‑N900V, SM‑N900S, SM‑N900R4 y SM‑N900P. Various Note 3 models would reinforce the idea that the alleged Note 3 Active with a 5,5-inch flexible screen would be based on one of these technical bases.
Expected hardware and connectivity in the Note 3 Active
If the Note 3 Active inherits the heart of the Note 3, we can expect a Snapdragon 800 at high frequencies in specific regions and a Exynos Octa in others, always with the Adreno GPU 330 as the protagonist in the Qualcomm variant. This would be added 3 GB of RAM, storage 32 / 64 GB and groove microSD, a balanced combination for multitasking and multimedia content.
The energy section should be up to par with a battery around 3.200-3.300mAh, while the main camera of 13 SM has already proven to be able to record in Ultra HD 4K at 30 fps, plus Full HD to 60 fps y HD to 120 fps for slow motion; audio up to 192 kHz/24 bits would complete the multimedia profile.
In connectivity, nothing less than LTE Advanced, WiFi 802.11ac, Bluetooth 4.0, GPS + GLONASS, infrared for remote control, MHL 2.0 y NFC. Common and added sensors such as gestures, temperature, moisture and the Hall Sensor would round out the experience.
A differentiating point of the Note 3 was the USB 3.0 Micro‑B, the first in its category, with faster transfers and improved charging from PC: from 500 mA of USB 2.0 to 900 mA, significantly shortening the charging time. It's reasonable to think that the Note 3 Active would maintain this advantage.
S Pen and software features
The added value of the Note range is based on the S Pen and applications like Note LST. The menu Air Command provides quick access: Action Memo converts writing to actions (call, save contacts), Scrapbook organizes cuts, S finder search even within handwritten notes and Pen Window opens utilities in floating windows. Write Screen allows you to score on captures with precision.
Multitasking with Multi Window enables two apps at once, even two instances of the same app. Samsung also integrates features such as Smart scroll, Smart Pause o S Health, and reinforces security with Samsung Knox, key in corporate environments.
Flexible screen, resistance and reasonable doubts
One of the promises of flexible displays is their high durability: are virtually unbreakable against blows. That's why they would fit in a active range resistance-oriented. However, technical doubts persist: with touch glass front the resistance of the panel does not prevent the glass from fracturing; with plastic coverThe challenge is the scratches. The final implementation will determine its true value.
In parallel, the industry competes for be the first in bringing this technology to the consumer. Samsung and other manufacturers have shown prototypes, and this Note 3 Active could be the bridge between curved concepts and a realistic 5,5-inch commercial format.
A 5,5-inch alternative in the range: Note 3 Neo
As a reference in that format, Samsung presented the Galaxy Note 3 Neo with 5,5 inch screen and hexa-core processor. Maintains the S Pen experience (with Air Command and its five functions), 32 GB storage, connectivity 4G, 3.200 mAh battery y 13 MP cameraAlthough it's a different model and doesn't belong to the Active line, it proves that 5,5 inches is an optimal size for writing, drawing, and multitasking comfortably.
If the Note 3 Active materializes, everything points to a device that combines the sturdiness of the Active range with the productivity of the Note family, adding a 5,5-inch flexible screen and a top-level hardware which has already proven its solvency in the standard Note 3.
