The Samsung Galaxy S7 Edge was a flagship smartphone released by Samsung in March 2016.It was highly regarded for its innovative dual-curved edge display and premium features. Here's a detailed overview:
Key Features and Specifications:
Release Date:March 11, 2016 (Europe and North America).
Display:5.5-inch Quad HD Super AMOLED dual-edge display with a resolution of 2560 x 1440 pixels (~534 ppi density), protected by Corning Gorilla Glass 4.The curved edges provided additional functionality and unique aesthetics.
Storage: Offered in 32 GB, 64 GB, and 128 GB UFS 2.0 internal storage options. It also featured a microSDXC card slot for expandable storage up to 256 GB (using a shared SIM slot in dual-SIM models).
Camera:
Rear: 12 MP Dual Pixel with f/1.7 aperture, 26mm wide lens, 1/2.55" sensor size, 1.4µm pixel size, phase detection autofocus (PDAF), and optical image stabilization (OIS).It also had an LED flash, auto-HDR, and panorama capabilities. Video recording could go up to UHD 4K (3840 x 2160) at 30fps, with options for 1080p at 30/60fps and 720p at 240fps for slow-motion.
Front: 5 MP with f/1.7 aperture, 22mm wide lens, 1/4.1" sensor size, and 1.34µm pixel size, with HDR.
Battery: 3600 mAh non-removable Li-Ion battery with 15W wired (Qualcomm Quick Charge 2.0) and wireless (Qi and PMA) fast charging.
Operating System: Initially launched with Android 6.0 Marshmallow with Samsung's TouchWiz UI, and later upgradable to Android 8.0 Oreo with Samsung Experience 9.0.
Connectivity: Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac (dual-band), Wi-Fi Direct, Bluetooth v4.2 (A2DP, LE, aptX), GPS, GLONASS, BDS, NFC, and microUSB 2.0 with OTG support.It also had a 3.5mm headphone jack.
Sensors: Fingerprint (front-mounted), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass, barometer, heart rate, SpO2, and Hall sensor.
Build:Glass front (Gorilla Glass 4), glass back (Gorilla Glass 4), and aluminum frame.It was also IP68 certified for dust and water resistance (up to 1.5m for 30 minutes).
SIM:Nano-SIM; Hybrid Dual SIM (Nano-SIM, dual stand-by) available in some regions.
General Information:
The Samsung Galaxy S7 Edge was praised for its design, particularly the curved screen which wasn't just for aesthetics but also offered features like Edge Panels for quick access to apps, contacts, and notifications. Its camera was considered one of the best at the time, especially in low-light conditions due to its bright aperture and large pixels. The return of microSD card support and water resistance were also significant improvements over its predecessor, the Galaxy S6 Edge.
Despite being an older model now, the S7 Edge remains a notable device in Samsung's history for its innovative design and strong performance at the time of its release. It solidified Samsung's position as a leader in smartphone technology.
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