Many have been the leaks that have occurred to date regarding the Samsung Galaxy S4 -and those that remain- but today we have learned news that is not exactly a rumor and that confirms that the material with which this new phone will be made is the plastic. Therefore, speculations about the use of aluminum are not true.
This is what is understood in a statement by the company's executive vice president YH Lee in which he comes to defend the use of this material against others considered more "premium", such as for example aluminum or Cristal. According to Talk Android, one of the most important reasons for choosing is the ease of manufacture, even in large quantities. The executive is right about this, but it's also true that the use of plastic is no longer particularly distinctive these days, and Samsung is looking to refine its offering.
Other reasons that come into play
According to Lee himself, a good quality plastic offers outstanding durability and impact resistance, as has been seen in previous models, so there is no reason to change this in the Samsung Galaxy S4. Of course, with an improvement to offer the best that can be found and with treatments that increase its rigidity and scratch resistance.
This could also mean that, as expected, the device battery is interchangeable…so plastic is a more suitable choice for the manipulation, since aluminum and glass suffer excessively from repeated or aggressive handling. In addition, plastic often offers better energy absorption in minor drops and an easily replaceable back cover if damaged.
No, we are not going to present you leaks about specifications and images, this news is about what the executives of the company itself say. Samsung, and therefore, information to take into account to try to reveal details of the next Galaxy.
Everything points to the Samsung Galaxy S4 It will not have drastic changes in terms of materials, it will follow a line in continuity with previous models. The plastic, strong and light, is a common element in the Galaxy S range, and it seems that it will continue to be so, although some are still waiting for different materials for a high-end product.
Battle comrades do not think the same, there is no need to mention the iPhone in its different versions, and if we go to Android, the HTC One and the Sony Xperia Z have dressed up in their finest finery. Switching to Windows Phone, in Nokia There is already talk of a high-end metal product in development. The perception of “premium” It changes depending on the user: metal and glass attract with their touch, while plastic convinces with its practicality.
We are so sure that plastic will be Samsung's choice because that is how an executive at a company values it. interview with CNETUntil the presentation of the device, plastic was presented as the clearest option, although We can't take it for granted either.Let's look at the interview's arguments and what they imply in everyday use:
Plastic is strong and easy to produce
YH Lee tells us that Samsung loves working with plastic, firstly for reasons of large scale manufacturing, since with it they can make very large runs of phones without having problems with suppliers or with the production yields. Manufacturing is fast and efficient and allows for a better response to global demand.
Beyond the industrial aspect, plastic offers practical advantages: lower weight against metal, better antenna performance by avoiding interference from the housing and a greater impact tolerance compared to glass (which can break). On the other hand, it can scratch more easily, something that Samsung compensates for with coatings and textures to improve grip and surface resistance.
- Repairability: Removable back covers and batteries reduce maintenance times and costs.
- Cost and accessibility: materials and processes less expensive than metal help to contain the price without sacrificing performance.
- Thermoregulation: The internal design manages heat; the plastic Does not interfere with loading coils or antennas.
Looking forward to improving the present
Seeing what Samsung has in the Galaxy S3, we can describe it as a quality plastic, better in appearance than many other competitors that use the same material. For my taste, the polycarbonate used by Nokia gives the impression of a somewhat more expensive product, or at least of higher quality, but more rigid. Samsung, on the other hand, explores reinforced polymers and finishes with microtextures to balance aesthetics and ergonomics.
Likewise, Samsung does not intend to stagnate with what they currently have, so They continue working on better plastic materials, which give the product a higher quality finish, in line with its premium price. There are also advances in UV stabilizers to prevent yellowing, anti-fingerprint treatments and options with recycled content to improve the sustainability.
Accessories and housings: types and advantages
The accessory ecosystem for the Galaxy S4 is broad: there are rigid housings made of polycarbonate for a slim profile, cases of TPU that absorb shocks better, solutions hybrid with reinforced frame and options ruggedized for maximum protection. This variety allows you to prioritize grip, lightness or protection depending on usage, maintaining access to the battery and microSD card when the design allows.
It is clear that it is a very personal decision, and on the one hand we could consider that by paying so much money we want noble materials on the device, and on the other hand, others will want a less fragile product.What do you prefer?? Via | Cnet
The choice of plastic in the Galaxy S4 is a combination of productive efficiency, practical resistance y functionality (replaceable battery and back), versus metal or glass that prioritize hand feel. The key will be the quality of the finish and how each user assesses the balance between aesthetics and durability.
