Samsung Galaxy S6 hype thread

[lxskllr]

And how many people actually buy a good mSD from Sandisk, Samsung, etc with the right class speed?

Why does it have to be a good card? I have a crappy one in my phone, and it works just fine for storing bulk data. Plenty of people want more storage, and would love to buy it for 50¢/GB. Some don't know better, and some are frivolous balls of fluff that value looks over features.

I don't care how many times companies try to tell me, removing features will never be a feature. That's doublespeak.

 

[npaladin-2000]

What if removing the SD controller increased battery life?

 

[dawheat]

Does it matter? Will I find it less useful the less people know about it?

I think the point is that 3 other "normal" buyers may be more likely to buy the S6 at the loss of every customer with your needs. That's the reasonable gamble Samsung is taking. Flagship sales in both the US and China seem pretty clear on this.

There clearly is a demographic that Samsung is leaving with the S6. Again I think a smaller Note with a similar metal frame and removable back would be killer for Samsung, and no longer collide with the S-series and be a smart addition to Samsung's flagship line along with the normal sized Note.

 

[Oyeve]

What if removing the SD controller increased battery life?

If this is even remotely true, how much power can the controller actually use up? I'm willing to bet not much at all.

IMO, I think samsung went the sealed route to woo iphone users to them. I see no practical reason for this, other than cutting minimal cost and to shave a couple of mm off the size.

 

[ZGR]

I'm hoping to see an S6 Active released with a replaceable battery, an sd card slot, along with waterproof spec.

 

[npaladin-2000]

I'm hoping to see an S6 Active released with a replaceable battery, an sd card slot, along with waterproof spec.

I'm thinking it wont have either a replaceable battery or SD slot. Both of those elements make it much harder to comply with IP67 and MILSPEC 810G. Remember, the Active line isn't just the waterproof line, it's the rugged line.

Personally I'd love a version of the GS6 that I can take to the beach, but there's always the Lifeproof Fre case for that eventuality.

 

[touchstone]

IMO, I think samsung went the sealed route to woo iphone users to them. I see no practical reason for this, other than cutting minimal cost and to shave a couple of mm off the size.

100% this. they lost a bunch of people with the 6 plus, so they will win them back by building a phone that appeals to their tastes.


doesn't mean the phone isn't awesome. it would be nice to have expandable storage but with microsd being so slow, it would only slow the s6 down.

 

[blairharrington]

Reading this thread I learned that I bought my iPhone to use it as a status symbol and/or blind allegiance to Apple.

It's really amazing that some of you believe this to be true of all iPhone users.

I left the iPhone 5 for the S4 Active because I wanted to try a bigger screen. I used half a dozen Android phones in 18 months and now I see myself sticking with my iPhone 6 Plus for at least two years. Maybe longer.

It has nothing to do with status symbols or allegiance. I have to think that most of you taking this stance just to be snarky when you consider how many people in this world bought the 6 and 6 Plus. At this point there is only one thing I miss about Android and that is the notification system, which I do think is superior to Apple's. Otherwise I think iOS has better looking and performing apps, and the best all around camera in the 6/6 Plus. I'm very happy with my return to iOS.

As for the S6, the nerd rage about the battery/SD slot is to be expected, but I don't think it will affect overall sales. I see the S6 selling much stronger than the S5, and that's all Samsung cares about.

 

[Zaap]

The greater separation between the S-series and Note was actually long overdue. The Note has always been about functionality and productivity. Let the S-series be the mainstream consumer focused device and the Note remain all about function. Hell I'd love to see a 5.3" and 5.9" version of the Note for the hardcore fans. And yes, I'll have a cow if the Note 5 loses the mSD slot.

Good points. On further thought, I see that you're probably right about the separation between the S and Note lines. As long as they don't ruin the Note, (strip features, that godawful throwback/retro/dated rounded look) then all is well. It still sucks for those who liked the combo of those features and a phone smaller than the Note.

It'll also be interesting to see what happens with the edge model. I still havent seen a soul with a Note Edge. I can't imagine why such a gimmick would appeal to general users who wouldn't appreciate features like removable batteries and SD storage.

In general: the thinnness arguments for removing features like rem battery- I personally just don't see that design as any big whoop "OMG its so much radically thinner!!" to justify removing so much function. But hey, whatever. As long as they don't screw up the Note.

 

[cmdrdredd]

I switched from an s5 to an iPhone 6+ because I was sick of having to root and debloat android every time, sick of waiting for the newest update that is supposed to revolutionize the way android works, and all the stock android phones that came out before I switched ended up pretty poor IMO like the nexus 6. I don't have to debloat iOS for it to feel smooth and I don't have to hunt for apps that work on my device and don't crash. It seems I am the person Samsung is targeting with the s6 perhaps? The people who recently switched to iPhone.

 

[lopri]

I don't doubt that group exists, but it's not 99%. Apple rarely makes products that aren't high build quality - though the -gate issues are always widely reported with every new gen - but if they start to I'm sure plenty of people will jump ship. The 5c was the last product Apple made that was a little cheap looking, though build quality was still high. It wasn't a massive success.

Not that I care about either corporation, but yah there are a few groups of people who seem obsessed with Apple.

1. Exotic dancers: Literally every single one of them I know/met carry some kind of iPhone. If you are an aspiring dancer who wants to belong in this exclusive circle, you'd better grab yourself an iPhone. Gold preferred.

2. Tech bloggers: This group suffer inferiority complex, typical of any group that came under spotlight inadvertently and seemingly overnight. They have to have an iMac in the background to feel secure while doing multi-GPU review on YouTube, for example. Excitements over iPhone 5C ("Plastic done right") by Anand lal Shimpi and Brian Klug also make you wonder what universe they live in.



Anyhow, even assuming, arguendo, there is a role smartphones play in proving a person's social status, I do not know why there cannot be more than one brand that can fulfill that role for the poor souls? Many industries consist of multiple luxury brands, and they push each other to improve their products and to attract consumers. As long as they play fair and bring me quality goods, I won't mind whether someone believes a smartphone proves her/his status.

 

[frowertr]

I have never once even taken out the sd card in my SG3. Why would you want to?? I don't even know it's capacity.

 

[lopri]

There is little to no justification for taking out SD card slot but corporate greed. Only justification they can offer is a paternalistic one which is laughable in reality. Unlike removable battery, an SD card slot should not hinder the phone's construction and Samsung surely has the expertise. It is clear that Samsung wanted to jack up the prices, Apple-style, and carriers probably liked that idea, too.

Talking about carriers, it is dreadful to think about bloats they might add on this first-ever relatively clean Touchwiz.

 

[LongeCrK]

Good points. On further thought, I see that you're probably right about the separation between the S and Note lines. As long as they don't ruin the Note, (strip features, that godawful throwback/retro/dated rounded look) then all is well. It still sucks for those who liked the combo of those features and a phone smaller than the Note.

It'll also be interesting to see what happens with the edge model. I still havent seen a soul with a Note Edge. I can't imagine why such a gimmick would appeal to general users who wouldn't appreciate features like removable batteries and SD storage.

In general: the thinnness arguments for removing features like rem battery- I personally just don't see that design as any big whoop "OMG its so much radically thinner!!" to justify removing so much function. But hey, whatever. As long as they don't screw up the Note.

I'm really excited to see what the new Note will offer, and if everything goes well, that would make me switch to Android forever

 

[leilah]

Since I've seen it coming. I'll definitely be purchasing the S6 regardless of no SD card or non-removable battery. I wander what suitable screen protector will work with S6 Edge given the double edge features. I've literally think film protector will be better than glass protector. Time to hunt for the one that would fit. Hmm, the current one on my S4 is from iLLumiShield.

 

[Skurge]

There is little to no justification for taking out SD card slot but corporate greed. Only justification they can offer is a paternalistic one which is laughable in reality. Unlike removable battery, an SD card slot should not hinder the phone's construction and Samsung surely has the expertise. It is clear that Samsung wanted to jack up the prices, Apple-style, and carriers probably liked that idea, too.

Talking about carriers, it is dreadful to think about bloats they might add on this first-ever relatively clean Touchwiz.

Slow speeds? I would never want to put my Apps on an SD card when the phone's storage is 10x faster

Charging U$100 for more storage is the crime here, but Apple has been able to get away so we shall see how that goes.

 

[Oyeve]

Since I've seen it coming. I'll definitely be purchasing the S6 regardless of no SD card or non-removable battery. I wander what suitable screen protector will work with S6 Edge given the double edge features. I've literally think film protector will be better than glass protector. Time to hunt for the one that would fit. Hmm, the current one on my S4 is from iLLumiShield.

I'll wait and see the reports on gorilla glass 4. I have never used a screen protector on any of my phones, only for my Gear 2, for obvious reasons.

 

[Snappysneaky]

If the specs are really good that it can handle the weight of extra apps, then I think it's fine not to have an SD Card.

 

[Strk]

If the specs are really good that it can handle the weight of extra apps, then I think it's fine not to have an SD Card.

I think it also depends on the pricing. They at least have reasonable storage options (32, 64 & 128). However, if it just costs a lot more because of it, well...... I read that it is starting at $699, which is kind of bull if that is the 32gb version.

 

[touchstone]

so now apple fans are claiming the s6 is just a copy of the iphone 6. such total bs, it looks absolutely nothing like an iphone. the only part that maybe looks kinda a bit like it is the grill at the bottom.

http://www.phonecruncher.com/featur...arent_all_the_tech_sites_pointing_it_out.html


they will claim anything as their idea. next year they will be suing huawei and claiming apple invented the phablet.

 

[WelshBloke]

so now apple fans are claiming the s6 is just a copy of the iphone 6. such total bs, it looks absolutely nothing like an iphone.

This happens EVERY FUCKING TIME a non Apple phone is released that Apple worries is going to sell well.

Best just to play the Crapple drinking game.

One shot for 'sue'.
One shot for any mention of sales figures.
Three shots for any mention of 'Samesung'.

I'm sure you can think of a few more rules.

 

[Crono]

so now apple fans are claiming the s6 is just a copy of the iphone 6. such total bs, it looks absolutely nothing like an iphone. the only part that maybe looks kinda a bit like it is the grill at the bottom.

http://www.phonecruncher.com/featur...arent_all_the_tech_sites_pointing_it_out.html


they will claim anything as their idea. next year they will be suing huawei and claiming apple invented the phablet.

It does look a lot like an iPhone, but most of it is from features of the design that Samsung copied generations ago and most of us are just used to it being the general Galaxy look now.

Not that it matters. Apple copied a lot of it's newer software features from Android, and the iPhone 6 and 6 Plus were grudging acknowledgements that "the market" (basically all the other manufacturers) was headed toward larger displays, and that it's what many or most consumers want.

There isn't really a good reason to be overly defensive of these companies. It's pretty obvious they learn and/or outright "steal" ideas from each other all the time. Whether patent infringing and provable in court is a different matter, and not really something I care about a lot (though sometimes it is interesting news).

The Chinese manufacturers are copying both Apple and Samsung now, too.

 

[WelshBloke]

It does look a lot like an iPhone,

Really?

It looks exactly like a Samsung phone from the front and back.

You'd confuse it with an iphone?

 

[lxskllr]

Really?

It looks exactly like a Samsung phone from the front and back.

You'd confuse it with an iphone?

All phones look alike. It's mandated by design constraints. To make them look different, you'd have to make them less usable.

 

[Crono]

Really?

It looks exactly like a Samsung phone from the front and back.

You'd confuse it with an iphone?

Being able to distinguish two things does not mean they don't look like each other. You left out the rest of my sentence in your quote; what makes a Samsung phone look "like a Samsung phone" is the fact that they copied a lot of their design language from Apple early on. This isn't surprising - the S series was always meant to be an alternative to the iPhone in the Android space, and sometimes competition means borrowing ideas from your competitors. It would be naive to think otherwise.

If you want to see a phone that looks much less like an iPhone, take a look at the Lumias.

Samsung gets credit for the new Edge design. That's one feature that clearly sets them apart in the right way, rather than falling back on lazy design (whether you personally like it is another issue, but at least it's innovation).

The Note line also is less like an iPhone because of the stitched back (which they changed with the Note 4) and the S-Pen.