Hardware Showdown: iPhone 6s vs Samsung Galaxy S6 Edge
Perhaps you’re wondering just how good these new iPhones (iPhone 6S and iPhone 6s Plus) are that were announced earlier this week. Maybe you’re wondering how they stack up against the competition.
We all know about the age-old argument about how the iPhone has “inferior” specs to the Android flagships. We also know about how Apple is behind the times, and needs to catch up to the rest of the world. So what exactly is it about the iPhone that makes it such a heart throb for the Apple-lites around the world? Check out this graphic to see what’s under the hood between these two devices.
In this edition of the AndroidGuys Hardware Showdown, we are pitting the iPhone 6s against the Samsung Galaxy S6 Edge.
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T-Mobile updates latest Galaxy lineup to include video calling feature in advanced messaging
T-Mobile is sending out updates for several Samsung Galaxy phones on its network, covering all the major flagship devices Samsung has released this year. This includes the Galaxy S6, Galaxy S6 Edge, Galaxy S6 Edge+, and Galaxy Note 5.
The update is pretty minor, but it does enable the video calling feature in T-Mobile’s advanced messaging. The S6 Edge+ and Note 5 already have video calling, but they’re getting slight interface tweaks in its place.
Not a major update, but expect it to start rolling out to your phone if you have any of these newer Samsung phones on T-Mobile’s network.
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How to set up the fingerprint scanner on a Samsung device
Most hardware manufacturers are apparently still not sold on the value of fingerprint scanners being included with mobile devices. Only Samsung and Apple have consistently pushed flagship phones and tablets with the technology that enhances security. Samsung started including a fingerprint scanner in 2014 with the Galaxy S5 while Apple has been doing so since the release of the iPhone 5S in 2013. Both companies are seeing users enjoy the component because of the various ways a fingerprint scanner can be used. Want to bypass the lock screen by placing your finger on the home button? Go right ahead. Don’t care for remembering login creditals for every site you visit? Then store them with your fingerprint. Fingerprint scanning is only the beginning of how biometrics is changing the world.
In 2015 alone, Samsung has released five devices that offer a fingerprint scanner — the Galaxy S6, Galaxy S6 Edge, Galaxy Note 5, Galaxy S6 Edge+, and Galaxy Tab S2. Setting up the fingerprint scanner on each of them is the same. So here we are going to show you how to start using your fingerprint as a way to beef up security and get things done quicker.
Hit the break for directions.
- Head to the Settings menu.
- Slide over to the Personal tab.
- Select Lock screen and security.
- Under the “Security” category, choose Fingerprints.
- Adding and/or removing fingerprints and adjusting settings is done from this menu. To get started, select Add fingerprint.
- Now you’ll need to place your finger on the home button of the device and remove it. This is done multiple times so that Samsung can get an understanding of your fingerprint from multiple angles.
Samsung devices allow you to use the fingerprint scanner as a quick web-sign in tool and also to verify your Samsung Account. Instead of constantly logging in to different sites, the device will prompt you to scan place your finger on the home button. Do that and your login credentials will be inputted automatically. The same thing goes for making purchases with a Samsung Account. Then, when Samsung Pay launches in a few weeks, you’ll be able to authorize mobile payments with the fingerprint scanner. Handy, right?
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Review: Incipio Offgrid battery case for the Galaxy S6 and Edge
The Samsung Galaxy S6 and S6 Edge are absolutely beautiful phones. Redesigned from the ground up, Samsung took special care to include premium materials like a glass back and a new stronger aluminum for the frame. Unfortunately what they neglected in this gorgeous high end phone is a micro SD card slot or a battery that will last (most people) all day.
This is where the Incipio Offgrid battery case comes in. The Offgrid includes a 3,700 mAh battery in the case that will charge the 2,500 mAh battery in the S6 and 2,600 mAh battery in the S6 edge once and then some. And this case is compatible with both the S6 and S6 edge too. The case comes in two parts. A back which contains the battery and a really thin and light front that snaps to the back. You get two in the package, one for the S6 and one for the S6 edge.
I’m not entirely in love with the design of the case. While I do love having about two days of battery, it does add some weight and a lot of bulk to a phone designed to be slim and sexy. The battery sticks out about half the size of the sim micro sim card in your phone, which is significant. Incipio says it leads the class with the Offgrid only being 9mm but I’d still like to only use this when I have to because of the bulk.
And that brings me to my second problem. It is not easy to get the phone out of the case quickly. The front snaps to the back of the case and it’s a pain to get your finger in between the cases and unsnap all of the seals. While this is good because your case isn’t going to pop open when it’s dropped, it’s not ideal to get the phone out and if you’re anything like me, you’re only going to use this when you have to.
If you’re not like me and you keep the Offgrid on at all times, Incipio has some really excellent features built into the case. Probably the most headline worthy is that with the flick of a switch, you can read MicroSD cards. There’s a slot on the inside of the back part of the case for you to slip your card into. Again, not easy to get to but unless you’re swapping out micro SD cards a lot, you’re fine here. And it supports up to a 128 GB card so you can keep all of your backed up files with you.
The next group of things I’m going to point out are more like things that the case doesn’t take away from you rather than added features. Normally when you have a case this thick you really have to give up a lot but not in this case. Wireless charging unfortunately doesn’t work in my testing but you will still be able to use Samsung Pay or Google Wallet.
The Offgrid also supports Quick Charge 2.0 charging and passthrough so not only can you charge up the case super fast but also the phone itself at the same time. And speaking of passthrough, when you plug your phone + case into a computer you can also transfer files to both your phone and the micro SD card while it’s still in the case. Very convenient.
The Incipo Offgrid has its downsides. It takes a phone designed to be slim and sexy with a premium design and puts a pretty significant case on it, but the advantages are so good I can forgive them. There are a ton of battery cases out there that do the same thing but the added Micro SD card support in the Offgrid is really excellent. Incipio really made up for where Samsung fell short.
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Samsung Galaxy S6 edge vs S6 edge+ vs Note 5: Which one to choose?
Both Galaxy S6 and S6 edge+ share similar specifications apart from the display size. (Source: Debashis Sarkar)
After the launch of flagship Galaxy S6 edge, Samsung recently introduced the plus version of S6 within five months in India at an almost similar launch price. Wait for it. The Galaxy Note 5 is next in line. The next Note device is expected to arrive soon. Now, if you wish to buy any of these premium devices, which one should it be?
Ask Samsung India the same question. “The Galaxy S6 edge+ is meant for those who would want a large display. The Galaxy S6 edge+ caters to the demand for large screen devices in the market. The Note 5, goes without saying, is aimed at our Note fans who wants to do more with the improved S-Pen,” said Asim Warsi, VP, Marketing, IT & Mobile, Samsung India.
PICTURES: Check out the Samsung Galaxy S6 edge+
WATCH: Samsung Galaxy S6 edge+ first look video (App users click here)
While it may sound simple, this comparison is tricky given all the three devices shares similar specifications.
| Specs | S6 edge | S6 edge+ | Note 5 |
| Price | Rs 49,900 | Rs 57,900 | TBA |
| Display | 5.1-inch Super AMOLED 1440×2560 pixels 577 ppi), Corning Gorilla Glass 4 on both sides, dual curved edge screen | 5.7-inch Super AMOLED 140×2560 pixels (518 ppi), Corning Gorilla Glass 4 on both sides, dual curved edge screen | 5.7-inch Super AMOLED 1440×2560 pixels (518 ppi), Corning Gorilla Glass 4 |
| OS | Android Lollipop | Android Lollipop | Android Lollipop |
| CPU | Exynos 7420 (1.5GHz quad-core CortexA53 + 2.1GHz quad-core Cortex A57) | Exynos 7420 (1.5GHz quad-core CortexA53 + 2.1GHz quad-core Cortex A57) | Exynos 7420 (1.5GHz quad-core CortexA53 + 2.1GHz quad-core Cortex A57) |
| GPU | Mali-T760MP8 | Mali-T760MP8 | Mali-T760MP8 |
| RAM | 3GB | 4GB | 4GB |
| Memory | 32GB/ 64GB options (No microSD card slot) | 32GB (No microSD card slot) | 32GB (No microSD card slot) |
| Camera | 16MP rear and 5MP front | 16MP rear and 5MP front | 16MP rear and 5MP front |
| Battery | 2,600 mAh | 3,000 mAh | 3,000 mAh |
Galaxy S6 edge vs S6 edge+
The Galaxy S6 edge+ is simply the bigger version of Galaxy S6 edge. While the S6 Edge comes with a 5.1-inch screen, the S6 edge+ display measures 5.7-inch. The S6 edge+ is obviously wide and longer than the S6 edge, however, the dual curved screen ensure that 5.7-inch is not too big to use. Both displays are Quad HD with a resolution of 2560×1440 pixels. The quality of both are stunning.
The plus version comes with 4GB RAM while S6 edge has 3GB RAM. It would be hard to differentiate the performance based on the 1GB more RAM only. The bigger S6 edge+ obviously is powered by a bigger 3,000 mAh battery when compared to 2,600 mAh battery of the S6 edge. If you intend to buy a wireless charger, then the S6 edge+ supports fast wireless charging while the S6 edge doesn’t.
The major difference between them is only display sizes. On the software front, thankfully, Samsung has tried to differentiate in the bigger version. The Galaxy S6 edge+ comes with Live YouTube broadcasting, App Edge and Side Sync.
Live YouTube Broadcast: With this feature, you can live stream on your YouTube account directly from the camera app. This feature will make you forget Periscope or Meerkat and will help you focus on your YouTube channel. This feature works even if you have just one subscriber or none on your YouTube channel.
App Edge: In the Galaxy S6 edge, the right edge of the display can used only to showcase five contacts in different colour themes. In the plus version, Samsung now allows you to add five apps which you mostly use. The App Edge simply acts as a shortcut.
Side Sync: This feature helps you to share the screen and data between your PC and S6 edge+ wireless. Side Sync is supported on both Windows and Mac.
Samsung might look at providing these features to the S6 edge as well going forward. However, Samsung did not mention any specific time.
Galaxy Note 5
While the Galaxy S6 edge+ sports a dual curved screen like the earlier Galaxy S6 Edge, the Note 5 has a dual curved back and a flat display. Both share the exact specifications but Note 5 comes with the stylus. The Note 5 allow users to scribble notes with the stylus even when the device is locked. So, who should buy the Note 5? If you really need the S-Pen only then buying the Note 5 makes sense.
The Galaxy S6 edge was launched at Rs 58,900. The market price of it, after five months of its launch, is around Rs 49,900. Now, the Galaxy S6 edge+ will go on sale starting August 28 at Rs 57,900. So, Samsung may have reduce the price of the S6 edge to accommodate the new plus version. Also, the Note 5, following earlier trends, might be launched in the price range of between Rs 58,000 and Rs 60,000.
When asked what is Samsung doing to justify the drastic price drops in a short span of time, Warsi said, “The price keeps on varying due to market conditions. However, we were the first to introduce a unique cover for customers who had pre-ordered the Galaxy S6 and Galaxy S6 edge. Under this, Samsung will cover up to Rs 10,000 in the form of points and freebies equivalent to difference amount, when the price drops.”
Samsung Pay rolling out to Sprint Galaxy S6 and Galaxy S6 Edge owners
Sprint is pushing a new update to Samsung Galaxy S6 and Galaxy S6 Edge owners, bringing with it the much-anticipated Samsung Pay and more.
The new software update will update your software version to G920PVPU2BOH1. Not everyone will get the update right away, as these do take a couple of weeks to get to everyone.
In addition to Samsung Pay, there’s been a myriad of bug fixes, some UI updates, live broadcasting through Yahoo!, and some higher quality audio with compatible Samsung headsets.
Updates will start rolling out today. And it shouldn’t be long before the same devices on other carriers begin to see the new additions.
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