SAMSUNG GALAXY NOTE 5 AND S6 EDGE+: EVERYTHING YOU NEED TO KNOW

After weeks and weeks of rumors and leaks, we have the official unveiling of Samsung's newest phablet devices. That's right, early today Samsung took to the stage in New York City to announce not one but two large-and-in-charge smartphones. The CEO of Samsung Mobile JK Shin reminds us that Samsung is single-handedly responsible for creating the phablet category stating that the Galaxy Note 5 and the Galaxy S6 Edge+ are the next step forward of their popular flagships. Here's what we will get with the Note 5:

Samsung Galaxy Note 5

• 5.7” Quad HD Super AMOLED display
• Octa-core (2.1GHz Quad + 1.5GHz Quad), 64 bit process
• 4GB RAM (LPDDR4) , 32/64GB (UFS 2.0)
• Rear : 16MP with Optic Image Stabilization , Front : 5MP
• 3,000mAh Battery, Fast Charging both wired and wireless
• Near Field Communication for payments
• Fingerprint scanner for added security and authorization
• Android 5.1 Lollipop

The S pen which is the included stylus pen of the Galaxy Note 5 has received some new improvements as well. Our favorite has to be the ability to jot down notes even when the display isn't on. This is performed when the phone is idel and the display isn't illuminated. Simply, unsheathe the S pen from the phone and write onto the black screen of the idle phone. This new feature is perfect for any user needing to quickly write something down. What's just as interesting but may be more important to some are the features that are missing from the phone. Here is a list of what we won't receive with the Galaxy Note 5:

• No micro SD card slot
• No USB Type C
• No infrared blaster
• No removable battery

Along the side of an improved Note 5 was the unveiling of the Galaxy S6 Edge+. This is the simply a larger version of the Samsung Galaxy S6 Edge that was released earlier this year. That being said, this version isn't without some perks. The S6 Edge+ sports a larger battery than it's predecessor and it also has improved optical image stabilization for even smoother video recording. The edge display software has received improvement as well with "Apps Edge.” This acts as an area of shortcuts to quickly launch some of your favorite applications.

Samsung Galaxy S6 Edge+

• 5.7" Quad HD Super AMOLED display with curved edges
• Exynos 7420 (64bit, 14nm) Octa core (2.1GHz Quad + 1.5GHz Quad)
• 4GB of LPDDR4 RAM
• 32GB or 64GB  storage, non-expandable
• 16.0MP OIS rear camera, 5.0MP front camera
• 3,000mAh battery with fast charging and fast wireless charging
• NFC for payments, fingerprint scanner for authorization
• Android 5.1 Lollipop operating system

The Samsung Galaxy Note 5 and S6 Edge+ will be available for pre-order starting today and will be officially on sale August 21st. Although, if you want to get your hands on the phone before launch, the phone should be on display at more than 7,000 stores around the US tomorrow, August 14th. Simply ask your local sales representative to take a peak at these new devices.  Now is the perfect time to upgrade. If you are not a fan of these new phones, remember that their previous models will be going be getting a price drop.

ANDROID M DEVELOPER PREVIEW #2

We recently received an over-the-air update for the second preview of Android M on our LG Nexus 5. This is a video of what we received. Enjoy.

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GOOGLE HELPS YOU PICK A NEW PHONE

Shopping online or in a retail store for a new phone may become a little overwhelming when you realize just how many options are available. If you are in the market for a brand new Android smartphone, Google may have a new tool to help you make a decision.
This new tool from Google is simply called Which Phone and it is a website designed to help the user choose the right Android phone based on their personal preferences. The site starts by asking, "what you would like your new phone to be used for?" Options include taking photos, listening to music, being productive, social media and gaming among others. This selection process repeats at least twice more with the option to continue to narrow down the suggestion. Once the user decides to proceed, the "show me phones" icon appears with the ability to choose your wireless carrier.

After doing so Google's new tool provides at least one match for the user. In our testing, we decided to chose what we repeatedly do with our current device which was taking photos, being productive and watching videos. The results were well received with the Nexus 6, LG G4 and the Galaxy Note 4. The Nexus 6 is our current daily driver, while the G4 is our latest favorite device and will soon become our next phone to use and review. Also the Note 4 is one that we recommend often.
While our testing results were favorable, expect most suggestions from Google's tool to vary between the latest flagship devices from the most popular manufacturers. One option we would like Google to add is price. You can't assume everyone has the means to afford the latest and greatest devices.
The results from the Which Phone website from Google may not be accurate for every user but it is very helpful to have one more resource available in your search for a new Android phone.

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WHAT'S AFTER 4G LTE SPEEDS? ENTER 5G.

The Next Generation Mobile Networks Alliance states that, “5G is an end-to-end ecosystem to enable a fully mobile and connected society. It empowers value creation toward customers and partners, through existing and emerging use cases delivered with consistent experience and enabled by sustainable business models.”

Essentially, LTE is the foundation of the 5G radio access network below 6 GHz while the frequencies from 6 GHz to 100 GHz will explore new technologies in parallel. 5G raises the bar to a massive multiple-input multiple-output technology, a large array of radiating elements that extends the antenna matrix to a new level and takes a leap of faith in wireless network speed and coverage.

The overall goals of 5G technology are to increase capacity by a thousand, support more than a hundred billion connections up to 10 GB/s speeds and keep latency below one millisecond.

The early blueprint of 5G pilot networks mostly comprises of beam-forming technology and small cell base stations. Companies like Nokia, Samsung and Ericsson have launched pilot projects and so far the results have been encouraging.

The wireless industry is broadly targeting 2020 for the widespread deployment of 5G networks.

GOOGLE PHOTOS APP REVIEW

Google recently re-released their Google Photos application. They decided to break it away from Google+ and make it a stand alone app with many new features and improvements. 

This new Google photos app offers the user free unlimited storage of all photos and videos. With an auto backup feature from it's Android and now iPhone apps, you don't ever have to worry about saving your photos again. Google is able to provide free unlimited storage through compression. Photos above 16 megapixels or videos over 1080p will be compressed down, although Google states that the visual quality is virtually untouched. Google also gives you the ability to store up to 15GB of your original file resolution for free with the option to purchase more storage. Doing this, Google Photos can help you clear backed up camera content from your device so you never have to worry about deleting to make space.

Visual Search which provides the user the ability to search their photos by people, places or things. For Example, simply search "food" to locate all photos of food even if it doesn't have a description.

Another feature this application provides is called Photos Assistant. This allows the user to create montage movies, interactive stories, collages and more. Transform your photos with simple but powerful photo and video editing tools.

Sum up this new application with the ability to share your photos instantly with shareable links and the usual social media apps. We continue to use this app ourselves and recommend that you try it out for yourself. After short usage of Google Photos, you will find it to become the home for all your organized videos and photos, searchable by the people, places and things that matter to you.


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ANDROID M VS. ANDROID LOLLIPOP COMPARISON

Cody Lopez guides Android users through a side by side comparison between the Android M developer preview and Android Lollipop. Enjoy.


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