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The Samsung Galaxy S8 official announcement is today - TechAmok
The Samsung Galaxy S8 official announcement is today - [mobile] 07:16 AM EDT - Mar,29 2017 - post a comment The Samsung Galaxy S8 is set to be launched today at an event in New York at 10am EDT (8am PT, 4pm BST). The redesigned Galaxy looks more svelte than its well-regarded predecessor. There is no physical home button, and the whole front is wrapped around in glass with minimal bezels at the top and bottom. Depending on your location the Galaxy S8/S8+ will be powered by Samsung's own Exynos processor or the new Qualcomm Snapdragon 835 SoC. The Galaxy S8 will be 5.8-inch while the Plus is expected to come in at 6.2-inch, both Super AMOLED with QHD+ display resolutions (2400 x 2960) and 18:9 aspect ratio. Other specs include 4GB or 6GB of RAM, a 12-megapixel dual pixel rear camera, and an 8-megapixel front camera, IP68 waterproofing, wireless charging, and 3000mAh / 3500mAh batteries. The devices will run Android 7.0 Nougat. Just yesterday Samsung accidentally leaked the Galaxy S8 user guide,
which lists many of the phone's key features. It's taken down since,
but not before someone saved a copy, here it is courtesy of Phandroid:
INFINITY DISPLAY
Always On display View various information, such
as a clock or calendar, even when the screen is off.
Multi window You can run two apps simultaneously
without changing the screen. If you use the snap window feature, you
can select an area and pin it to the top of the screen and use other
apps or features in the lower window.
Edge screen With various Edge panels, you can
access frequently used features quickly and easily. You can also
capture an area of content and share it with others.
INTELLIGENT LIFE
Hello Bixby View frequently updated content, such
as the weather, reminders, and alarms, in one place. Hello Bixby
analyses your usage patterns and provides suggested information, apps,
and functions based on your routine.
Bixby Vision (image search) Bixby Vision is an
image search feature that lets you search for relevant information
conveniently. Activate Bixby Vision and scan objects or locations with
the camera to search for products online or nearby places. You can also
translate detected text.
Reminder Schedule notifications and to-do items or
use location reminders. You can also create reminders from videos,
images, or websites to view them later.
Bixby (intelligent voice assistant) Bixby is an
intelligent voice assistant that helps you use the device more
conveniently. Press the Bixby key or say Bixby. Bixby will respond to
you. Start a conversation by talking or typing. Bixby will launch a
function you request or show the information you want.
SECURITY
Iris recognition The iris recognition feature uses
the unique characteristics of your irises, such as their shape and
patten, to strengthen the security of your device. You can use your
iris data to quickly unlock your screen, verify your Samsung account,
and sign into webpages and more.
Fingerprint recognition A built-in capacitive
sensor reads your fingerprint when you touch it from any direction. Use
your fingerprint to unlock your smartphone and pay with Samsung Pay.
Face recognition Unlock the screen using facial
recognition instead of drawing a pattern or entering a PIN or password.
Secure Folder Protect your private content and
apps in Secure Folder. Photos, memos, and apps in Secure Folder cannot
by accessed by others. You can also keep your private content and apps
secure by hiding Secure Folder when the device is unlocked.
Samsung Pass Register your IDs and passwords for
websites to Samsung Pass and verify your identity securely via your
biometric data, rather than entering your login information.
CAMERA
Experience the improved camera for taking photos.
You can either take clear selfies with the front camera's smart Auto
Focus (AF) feature and create various scenes with the various shooting
modes and optimized filters.
MORE
Samsung Pay Register your frequently used credit
or debit cards to make quick and secure payments. Purchase items by
simply touching your smartphone to any standard credit card reader.
Samsung DeX Samsung DeX is a service that allows
you to use your smartphone like a computer by connecting a smartphone
to an external display, such as a TV monitor. You can your smartphone's
features on a large screen conveniently by connecting an external
display, keyboard, and mouse.
Samsung Connect Connect to nearby devices, such as
Bluetooth headsets or other smartphones, easily and quickly. You can
also control and manage TVs, home appliances, and Internet of Things
(IoT) products with your smartphone.
Samsung Cloud Store important data such as images,
videos, and apps, securely in Samsung Cloud and view it on other
devices.
Bluetooth Dual audio Stream audio from one
smartphone to up to two Bluetooth headsets or speakers simultaneously.
You can adjust the volume levels for each device independently,
allowing users to listen comfortably.
An external memory card (microSD card) A micro SD
card allows you to expand your device's storage and lets you store more
content, such as photos and videos.
Water resistant The Galaxy S8 meets IP68 standards
to ensure that it is water resistant. Now, you can use your smartphone
in wet environments. You can your smartphone freely in various
situations.
Connection with Gear You can quickly connect your
smartphone and Gear by using the Samsung Gear app. You can answer
calls, receive messages, record your walking steps, or workout, measure
your heart rate, play music, and more on the Gear.
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