Samsung sensor puts 16-megapixel cameras into slim phones
Wondering how Samsung manages to cram a 16-megapixel camera into seemingly wafer-thin phones like the Galaxy A8? By developing a brand-spanking new sensor that fits, that’s how. The Korean company has built an ISOCELL-based CMOS imager that uses extremely tiny 1.0-micron pixels instead of the 1.12-micron units from the previous model. That may not sound like much of a difference, but it amounts to a sensor that’s 20 percent thinner, at a scant 5mm (0.2 inches) deep. In short, you won’t have to accept an unsightly camera hump just to get high-resolution shots.
There’s going to be some compromises with this sensor. While ISOCELL is supposed to help offset the light reception lost by using smaller pixels, the camera just won’t perform as well in dimly-lit environments as bigger sensors from Samsung or its rivals. Still, this is a big deal if you don’t want to settle for low-res pictures in slim devices — and it’s not an exclusive, so you may see it pop up in other companies’ phones before long.
Filed under: Cellphones, Cameras, Mobile, Samsung
Source: Samsung Tomorrow (1), (2)
Motorola Moto X Style versus Samsung Galaxy S6
The Motorola Moto X Style is truly an innovative flagship device for the company, and will possibly be one of the more respected handsets among the flagships that have and will release this year. Many were concerned what the Lenovo acquisition would mean for Motorola’s devices, but it seems to have been a smooth transition with Lenovo not wanting to interfere with Motorola’s big push for the pure Android experience.
The Moto X Style offers the pure Android experience with few modifications, and the device stacks up very well against the OnePlus Two, but just how well does it compete with what is arguable one of the biggest flagships of the year, Samsung’s Galaxy S6?
Design
The Motorola Moto X Style comes in at 153.9 x 76.2 x 11.1 mm and weighs 175 grams. As per the norm, you’ll find volume buttons and power buttons on the sides of the device. It also features a metal frame with a silicone removable back panel, touting Motorola’s signature curved design.
The SIM card slot is placed inside the removable rear panel. Around the front, you have the front-facing camera, LED flash, and a variety of sensors. On the back, you have Motorola’s signature rear camera with flash along a vertical stripe housing the Motorola logo.
The Samsung Galaxy S6 measures in at 143.4 x 70.5 x 6.8 mm and weighs 138 grams. The volume rocker, power button, and SIM card slot are on the two sides of the device, and unlike the Moto X Style, the back is not removable, as it features a metal and glass unibody.
On the front, you have the home button at the bottom, with capacitive recent apps and back buttons to the left and right, respectively. The front-facing camera resides at the top, alongside a variety of sensors. Around the back, there is a rear-facing camera with flash to the right above it. A Samsung logo is placed below the camera utilities.
Verdict: It’s a matter of preference.
Hardware
Samsung’s Galaxy S6 has an Exynos 7420 chipset, featuring a quad-core 1.5GHz Cortex-A53 and quad-core 2.1GHz Cortex-A57 processor. It’s packed with Mali-T760MP8 GPU and a hefty 3GB of RAM. Samsung opted to get rid of a 16GB model, instead offering 32/64/128GB storage options with no microSD card support.
The Galaxy S6 features a gorgeous 16-megapixel rear camera, has a 5-megapixel front-facing camera, and the usual variety of sensors: an accelerometer, gyro, proximity sensor, compass, barometer, and etc. Finally, the Samsung Galaxy S6 employs the microUSB port over recent USB Type-C options we’ve seen.
The Moto X Style sports a premium package, with a Qualcomm Snapdragon 808 chipset and a 1.8GHz dual-core Cortex-A57 and quad-core 1.44GHz Cortex-A53 processor. It has an Adreno 418 GPU, 16/32/64GB storage options, 3GB of RAM, and microSD card support.
It has a 21-megapixel rear camera, and a 5-megapixel front-facing camera. Motorola shied away from the USB Type-C port, opting for the traditional microUSB solution. It also has the standard package of sensors: accelerometer, barometer, and etc.
Verdict: Both the Samsung Galaxy S6 and Moto X Style offer a lot of power, but as far as numbers go, the Galaxy S6 wins.
Display
The Motorola Moto X Style has a 5.7-inch 2560 x 1440 TFT LCD display, with a pixel density of 520ppi. It also sports Corning’s Gorilla Glass 3 protection and has a 74.9% screen-to-body ratio.
The Samsung Galaxy S6 has a 5.1-inch 2560 x 1440 Super AMOLED display, sporting a whopping 571ppi. It has Corning’s Gorilla Glass 4 protection with a 70.7% screen-to-body ratio. As is the norm with Samsung’s AMOLED display, colors are saturated, yet vivid and vibrant.
Verdict: It’s a tie.
Battery
The Motorola Moto X Style features a 3,000mAh battery with TurboCharge technology, allowing you to charge the device faster than any other on the market. Additionally, it boasts lasting through an entire day or more, if you so choose to go out after work.
Samsung’s Galaxy S6 has a much smaller non-removable 2,550mAh battery. The Galaxy S6 features Fast Charging technology, allowing you to get a full charge in a little over an hour. It also has wireless charging capabilities. Unfortunately, the battery doesn’t last that long under regular use, so you may not be able to get a full day or more out of it.
Verdict: Moto X Style wins.
Software
The Motorola Moto X Style will run the stock Android experience atop of Android 5.1.1 Lollipop. Of course, Motorola will include a few of its own signature Moto apps, such as Moto Display, Moto Assist and so on. As is the norm with Motorola, users should be able to get the latest version of Android before many other devices see it.
The Samsung Galaxy is running its own TouchWiz UI atop of Android 5.0 Lollipop, however, it is upgradeable to Android 5.1.1. Unlike the Moto X Style, Samsung’s UI is full of bloatware and modifications that slow down the overall performance. Samsung is also notoriously slow with updates, so it could take some time to see the latest of Android on this flagship.
Verdict: Moto X Style wins.
Price and Availability
The Motorola Moto X Style is truly an innovative flagship device for the company, and will possibly be one of the more respected handsets among the flagships that have and will release this year. Many were concerned what the Lenovo acquisition would mean for Motorola’s devices, but it seems to have been a smooth process, with the Chinese-based company wanting to help Motorola succeed with the pure Android experience.
The Moto X Style offers the pure Android experience with few modifications, and the device stacks up very well against the OnePlus Two, but just how well does it compete with what is arguable one of the biggest flagships of the year, Samsung’s Galaxy S6?
Samsung’s latest camera sensor is thinner, without compromising quality
The camera on the Galaxy Note 5, coming August 13, might protrude a tiny bit less thanks to the use of Samsung’s new 1-micron sensor.
Samsung announced today the availability of a new 16MP camera sensor for smartphones, featuring 1-micron pixels. Dubbed S5K3P3, the new sensor uses ISOCELL technology, which physically separates neighboring pixels, reducing unwanted crosstalk by 30 percent and increasing the chief ray angle by 20 percent. In plain English, that means ISOCELL sensors can capture colors that are more accurate, with less noise, even when the light in the scene is less than ideal.
See also: Samsung Galaxy S5’s ISOCELL image sensor explained
The new sensor’s 1-micron pixels are roughly 10 percent smaller than the previous step (1.12-micron), but the sensor itself is 20 percent thinner than its predecessor. At less than 5 millimeter in thickness, using the sensor could mean that upcoming smartphones can be thinner or feature camera’s that protrude less from the body.
Normally, smaller pixels result in worse images, simply because a small pixel can capture less light from the scene. But Samsung claims that S5K3P3 performs just as well as the previous generation.
On the highly praised Galaxy S6 camera, Samsung used both its own ISOCELL sensor and the MX240 from Sony (the image quality was largely the same though). It’s very likely that the sensor announced today will find its way in the Galaxy Note 5, either in all units or shared with a Sony sensor.
The S5K3P3 is available to manufacturers from today.
See also: Who’s who in the smartphone camera business
Samsung is one of the largest makers of camera sensors, in addition to systems-on-a-chip, RAM and storage modules, and many other semiconductors. However, Sony leads the industry: its Exmor sensors are found in many high-end devices from everyone from Apple to Samsung, to a smattering of Chinese companies, though ironically, Sony’s own devices don’t necessarily use the best Sony sensors on the market.
We will find out if your hunch about the camera sensor in the Galaxy Note 5 is correct on August 13. The Korean giant will hold its Unpacked 2015 event in New York, and we will be there to report on it.
Deal: get a unlocked Galaxy S5 (GSM) for $340 from Target via Ebay
There’s a flurry of attractive devices coming in the $300-$400 price range, with the OnePlus 2, Moto X Style, and ZTE Axon among the latest. But if you can’t wait for these devices to go on sale, or if you just prefer Samsung devices, you can get a very capable Galaxy S5 for just $340 right now.
The deal is run by Target through its eBay presence, and sees the price of an unlocked Galaxy S5 (blue, black, or white) 16GB down to $340, which is $60 less than the current price on Amazon. This is a GSM-only device, so it will only work on AT&T’s, T-Mobile’s and certain MVNOs’ networks.
The Galaxy S5 has been one of the worst sales performers for Samsung (proportions kept), but that’s not because the device itself is bad. If you’re fine with the design, the Full HD AMOLED display, 16MP camera, and Snapdragon 801 processor are still excellent features. Plus you get some things the newer Galaxy S6 doesn’t offer: a large removable battery (2,800 mAh) and a microSD card slot.
Head over to eBay to get the device if you’re interested – quantities are limited.
Samsung possibly bringing mobile image sensors with 1.0μm pixels to the Galaxy Note 5?
Samsung has just announced they have a new image sensor with 1.0μm-pixel-based 16 megapixel CMOS image sensor for mobile devices. Basically it’s a smaller chip. The real question is will it be in the Galaxy Note 5?
The soon to be released Galaxy Note 5 is a larger device, but a smaller image sensor would help to reduce the camera bulge. This new chip, known as S5K3P3, is 20% smaller in height than previous generations. It allows manufactures to develop mobile devices with minimal camera protrusion while still keeping a higher resolution camera.
Kyushik Hong, Vice President and Head of S.LSI Marketing at Samsung Electronics said.
“As a trendsetter in the mobile image sensor business, we are pleased to be the first to deliver the most advanced 1.0μm-pixel imager, which meets both high-resolution and slim design requirements for smartphone cameras.” “Starting with 16Mp sensor, Samsung plans to further expand 1.0μm-pixel product category and lead the image sensor market for high performing slim mobile devices.”
Combining S5K3P3 with Samsung’s ISOCELL technology will work by dramatically reducing color crosstalk of neighboring pixels by adding physical barriers between each pixel. This increases light sensitivity and effectively controls the collection of photons. This makes a much higher color fidelity everywhere, but especially in low light situations.
The new S5K3P3 image sensors are available today.
Source: Businesswire
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Gear A with Samsung Pay capabilities to come alongside Galaxy Note 5 and Galaxy S6 Edge Plus
The Galaxy Note 5 and Galaxy S6 Edge Plus may not be the only new devices debuting on August 13. According to a new report, Samsung is preparing to launch ‘Orbis’, the device that will be marketed as the Gear A smartwatch. The report states the new smartwatch will make a great addition to the official launch of Samsung Pay, which is also likely to make its debut at the upcoming event.
Samsung’s Gear A will reportedly come with Samsung Pay functions built directly into its sensors. The smartwatch will be operated by Tizen and likely feature a round display and cellular connectivity.
The new payment system has been undergoing testing in South Korea on a trial program for some time now, and looks like it’s ready to go full-time. Although the payment system launched with the Galaxy S6 and Galaxy S6 Edge, we are expecting the new flagship’s to come with this compatibility as well.
Samsung lost smartwatch market share in recent quarters to Apple when the Apple Watch launched, and the company is looking to get back on top.
Source: The Wall Street Journal
Via: Ubergizmo
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Samsung unveils the new Android-powered Galaxy Folder flip phone for Korea
Samsung first unveiled the Galaxy Folder clamshell smartphone back in 2013, which aimed to give users all of the benefits of an Android-powered device with the nostalgic feeling of a flip phone. Now that it’s been awhile since we’ve seen the first iteration of this device, the South Korea-based company has decided to launch an updated model for its home region.
The new Galaxy Folder offers up a 3.8-inch touchscreen display, 8GB of on-board storage, microSD expansion up to 128GB, LTE connectivity, an 8MP rear-facing camera and a 2MP front-facing camera. It also packs an 1800mAh removable battery.
This new flip phone will be available in South Korea beginning next month in both Black and White color options for around $250. While this isn’t being marketed as a South Korea-exclusive device, we’re not sure if we’ll ever see it become available outside of the country.
This news comes just one day after LG released its Android Lollipop-powered Gentle flip phone in Korea. This device comes with slightly lower end specifications, but also offers a more affordable price point.
Mid-range smackdown: Oppo R7, Samsung A7, Asus ZenFone 2, and Sony Xperia M4 Aqua
OPPO R7, the company’s mid-range champion.
Not too long ago, it was surprisingly difficult to find an unlocked, capable smartphone for an affordable price point. To get a mobile device that worked properly, it wasn’t uncommon that users would need to spend anywhere around $500-$800. Luckily for everyone, a number of device manufacturers have been releasing smartphones that are capable of handling everyday tasks, but still won’t break the bank.
Specifically, lesser known but rapidly growing smartphone companies such as OPPO and Asus have been releasing some great devices, and so have well-known manufacturers like Samsung and Sony. But how do the most prominent mid-tier smartphones from these companies compare? While this is not a complete list by any means, we decided to pit just a few mid-range handsets against one another to see how they fare.
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Specifications
Today we’ll be comparing the OPPO R7, Samsung Galaxy A7, ASUS ZenFone 2, and the Sony Xperia M4 Aqua. It should be noted early on that we haven’t reviewed the Galaxy A7, though given its comparable specifications to the competition, we thought it to be a good device to add to the comparison. Although these smartphones bring somewhat similar specifications and price points to the table, many of them still differ from one another when it comes to overall user experience. Before we get too far into the details, let’s take a look at the specification list below:
| OPPO R7 | Samsung Galaxy A7 (A700FD) | Sony Xperia M4 Aqua | ASUS ZenFone 2 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Display | 5.0-inch Super AMOLED display with 1080 x 1920 resolution | 5.5-inch Super AMOLED display with 1080 x 1920 resolution | 5.0-inch IPS LCD display with 720 x 1280 resolution | 5.5-inch IPS LCD display with 1080 x 1920 resolution |
| Processor | 1.5 GHz octa-core Qualcomm Snapdragon 615 | Quad-core 1.5 GHz Cortex-A53 & quad-core 1.0 GHz Cortex-A53 Qualcomm Snapdragon 615 | 1.5 GHz octa-core Qualcomm Snapdragon 615 | 2.3GHz quad-core Intel Atom Z3580 (4GB RAM), 1.8GHz quad-core Intel Atom Z3560 (2GB RAM) |
| RAM | 3GB | 2GB | 2GB | 2/4GB |
| Storage | 16GB, expandable up to 128GB | 16GB, expandable up to 64GB | 8/16GB, expandable up to 128GB | 16/32/64GB, expandable up to 64GB |
| GPU | Adreno 305 | Adreno 405 | Adreno 405 | PowerVR G6430 |
| Camera | 13MP rear f/2.2 8MP front-facing f/2.4 |
13MP rear camera 5MP front camera |
13 MP rear camera 5MP front camera |
13MP rear camera 5MP front camera |
| Software | Color OS 2.1, Android 4.4.2 KitKat | Samsung TouchWiz, Android 5.0.2 Lollipop | Android 5.0 Lollipop | Zen UI, Android 5.0 Lollipop |
| Battery | 2,320mAh, non-removable | 2,600mAh, non-removable | 2,400mAh, non-removable | 3,000mAh, non-removable |
| Dimensions | 143 x 71 x 6.3mm, 147g | 151 x 76.2 x 6.3mm, 141g | 145.5 x 72.6 x 7.3mm, 136g | 152.5 x 77.2 x 10.9mm, 170g |
| Fast charging | Yes | No | No | Yes |
Display
Bringing a great price tag and solid specs, the Asus ZenFone 2 is one of the best mid-range options on the market.
To begin, let’s talk about the display. Mid-tier smartphones have come a long way on the display front, with many options now hitting the market with Full HD panels – and that’s true for the ZenFone 2, the Oppo R7 and the Samsung Galaxy A7. The big difference between these displays, however, is that the R7 and A7 both feature Super AMOLED displays instead of an LCD. AMOLED vs. LCD is still an ongoing debate, but much of the time you’ll find more vivid colors with AMOLED technology and there are certainly a number of folks that prefer AMOLED over LCD.
Unfortunately, Sony chose to go with a 5.0-inch 720p panel on their device, which might upset a few users hoping to get the clear 1080p resolution out of their mid-tier smartphone. Even though having a device with a lower resolution display might result in a tad better battery life, we’re sure most users would choose Full HD over this option if given the chance.
Performance
With a Snapdragon 615, the OPPO R7 stands towards the top when it comes to performance.
When it comes to performance, none of these smartphones are particularly poor at handling everyday tasks, though a few still manage to stand out from the rest. The OPPO R7 and ZenFone 2 both performed really well in our full reviews, largely due to their impressive internals.
Featuring 3GB of RAM and a Snapdragon 615 CPU, the R7 is quite the competitor to the ZenFone 2 with 4GB of RAM and Atom Z3580 CPU. Both devices handle gaming quite well, and they do a great job at performing everyday tasks. The Snapdragon 615 found in both the R7 and A7 has proven itself to be quite a capable processor overtime, making both OPPO’s and Samsung’s offerings a great option for those looking for a device with a reliable processor. It should be noted, however, that we have not posted a full review of the A7, so we aren’t as informed on this device as we are with the others. As for the Atom Z3580, while it might perform similarly, Qualcomm processors tend to have better app compatibility and simply have a better rep (810 overheating drama aside).
Last on the list is the Xperia M4 Aqua. While this device features the same 615 processor found in the R7 and A7, our reviews have found that Sony’s offering tends to overheat relatively easily when playing games, which is one of our biggest points of contention with the device.
Camera
The M4 Aqua stands out when it comes to camera performance.
Oddly enough, all four of the devices we’re comparing today feature 13MP rear-facing cameras, though there’s still a big difference when it comes to image quality.
No matter which device you pick out of the lot, you won’t be disappointed in the camera department. But if you want a mid-range smartphone with a camera that stands above the rest, we’d suggest going with the Xperia M4 Aqua. In our full review, Sony’s offering consistently produced shots with great detail and with vivid colors. Sony’s camera app is quite simplistic and doesn’t come with too many features, though more can be downloaded separately.
Next up we have the OPPO R7 and ASUS ZenFone 2, which both produced average shots in our full reviews. Although we haven’t tested the A7’s camera for ourself, Samsung devices in the past have consistently produced well-balanced, accurate photos. Like most other smartphone cameras, these devices perform best in well-lit areas, with a noticeable decline in quality when moved into low-light situations. Ultimately, the R7 struggles in the post-processing department, while the ZenFone 2 fails to provide an acceptable amount of dynamic range.
All of the extras
One of Sony’s signature features is waterproofing, and so it is great to see this present in the Xperia M4 Aqua.
Design and build quality are two big areas where manufacturers are shifting focus in the mid-range market, and all four of these smartphones surely don’t disappoint on that front. Whether you choose to go with the familiar design language of Sony’s Xperia M4 Aqua or the premium-feeling OPPO R7, we’re sure most of you won’t have to sacrifice too much when it comes to overall design.
OEMs are also noticeably focusing on their software experiences, too. All of these devices feature software that’s been toned down significantly throughout the past few months, which has been a big pain point for mid-rangers in the past. OPPO’s simplified ColorOS provides a much smoother overall experience, while the ZenFone 2, Xperia M4 Aqua and Galaxy A7 are much more feature-rich than the others. When it comes to software, it ultimately comes down to which OEM skin you prefer, but you really can’t go wrong with any of these options.
Quick charging? Yes please!
All four of these devices come with non-removable batteries, but that actually may not be a deal breaker. These mid-range offerings can all last around a full day on a single charge, though not much more than that. What’s more, you don’t have to worry about running out of space on your device, because all of them also come with microSD card slots.
The differences begin to really stand out when we take into account other attractive features such as IP68 water and dust resistance or quick charging technology. For instance, I’d much rather recommend the Sony option to anyone who spends the majority of their summer days sitting next to the pool, but I’d rather recommend the OPPO R7 or ZenFone 2 to someone who needs to charge their battery in half the time thanks to integrated quick charging.
Pricing and final thoughts
OPPO R7’s design and performance put it towards the top of the list, though ZenFone 2 and the others follow close behind.
Choosing the right smartphone isn’t always an easy decision, and it can take some time to figure out what best suits your needs. Out of the pack, the OPPO R7 seemingly stands out above the rest if you’re looking for a powerful handset with an ultra-premium build and high-end features like quick charging. The ZenFone 2 certainly follows close behind, though many may be turned off by its choice of an Intel processor and its somewhat less attractive design (though that last point is completely subjective).
The Samsung Galaxy A7 also seems like a capable enough device, though we think it’s price tag may be too high for most users looking for a solid mid-range offering. As for the Sony Xperia M4 Aqua? Special features like waterproofing are great, though we certainly are a bit alarmed by the device’s apparent overheating issues.
Related: Best Android phones (June 2015)
All in all, this post is meant to condense our full reviews down to make it easier for you to decide on which phone is right for you. However, that’s not always the easiest way to get information across, so we’ve also linked our full reviews down below. Feel free to let us know which device you think is worth your hard-earned cash, and why the other smartphones won’t find their way into your pocket anytime soon.
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Galaxy-Sync is a program for keeping your Microsoft Outlook data synced across mobile devices
A new app called Galaxy-Sync that handles syncing Outlook data onto your mobile devices has been announced as one of the most secure ways to keep your Outlook info synced up. It’s unique in that it works by syncing everything locally as a security measure, so your data is never transmitted wirelessly or into any cloud servers where it’s more vulnerable to being breached or attacked. It’s pretty odd to see lack of wireless as a feature in 2015, but in this situation, it makes sense.
The app is optimized for the Galaxy S6 Edge, but it’ll work with many other Android devices. It offers a free trial with limited features with a one-time license fee for the full version.
If you’re looking for a secure way to get your Outlook data onto your phone, this might be worth checking out.
source: Galaxy-Sync
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Moto X Style’s camera is right behind the Galaxy S6 Edge, according to DxOMark
Camera quality has plagued the Moto X line ever since the first device launched back in 2013, and Motorola has since been trying to fix that problem. While the 2014 Moto X’s camera wasn’t anything to write home about, Motorola fans have been patiently waiting for the company to up its camera quality.
Thankfully, the newly-announced Motorola Moto X Style might finally be the camera Moto fans have been waiting for. The new flagship device has already been put to the test by the folks at DxOMark, and the results are actually quite good. The Moto X Style’s 21MP rear-facing camera, complete with dual-LED flash, has earned itself a second place spot on DxOMark’s rankings.
The Samsung Galaxy S6 Edge is sitting in the top spot with an overall score of 86, while the Moto X Style and Samsung Galaxy Note 4 are tied for second place with a score of 83. When it comes to photo-taking abilities, the Moto X Style supposedly does a great job with preserving detail and keeping noise to a minimum, while also offering accurate autofocus, white balance and exposure in all lighting conditions. According to the camera testers, areas that need improvement include: slightly unstable autofocus when using the flash, slightly over-exposed photos when using the flash, and some photos show saturation in areas of blue sky.
Don’t miss: Moto X Style vs Play: what’s the difference?
The Moto X Style won’t be available to the public until September, which means DxOMark has been performing these tests on pre-release software and hardware. These results might be subject to change by the time retail units become available. Even so, it’s still nice to see Motorola’s flagship smartphone take on the best of the best on the camera front. If these rankings change in any way, we’ll be sure to let you know.
Now that you’ve seen what the Moto X Style can offer, do you think you’ll pick one up in September? Be sure to let us know your thoughts in the comments below!
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