New Samsung Galaxy Note 7. Samsung Galaxy Note7 Exynos - Specifications

After reading our Samsung galaxy note 7 64 GB review, you will find out what the sensational new product from the famous brand is. The diagonal of the smartphone is quite large - 5.7 inches, but at the same time it fits well in the hand. Large devices rarely boast of this; they can easily be dropped from your hands. In addition, today the Samsung Galaxy Note 7 is considered one of the most powerful smartphones around the world, but its disadvantages include its high cost.

The new model feels even more comfortable in the hand than the Galaxy S7 edge, and all because the curved parts of the display have become much narrower. Also, additional bends on the back side had a positive effect on ergonomics. The dimensions of the device are optimal, it is convenient to perform any tasks. The body is protected from water, so it can be safely submerged to shallow depths for underwater photography.

The smartphone has few disadvantages, but they do exist. First of all, this is the soiling of the case, which quickly becomes covered with fingerprints. It is also not recommended to drop it, because repairing the back panel will deprive you of 4,000 rubles, and the display costs 23-25 ​​thousand rubles, and this does not include work. Samsung galaxy note 7 price in Russia is about 60,000 rubles. If you want to become the owner of the most powerful mobile device today, you will have to allocate a large budget for its purchase.

Fingerprint scanner

As before, it is integrated into the Home key located below the display. Operation occurs quickly, and most importantly, without errors. The scanner is convenient to use even in a car holder or when the device is lying on the table. If the sensor were installed at the back, it would not be so convenient to use.

Stylus

After reading the Samsung galaxy note 7 review in Russian, you will understand that a lot of work was done on the stylus. The manufacturer has equipped it with new features and characteristics. For example, it has become much thinner. If in Note 5 its thickness at the end was 1.5, then in the new version it is only 0.7 mm. Sensitivity has increased to 4096 degrees, which is double the previous figure. As a result, it has become easier to create pictures, as well as work with texts and applications. The stylus is stored in the phone compartment provided for this purpose, which is very convenient.

Samsung Galaxy Note 7 smartphone design

The design has remained virtually unchanged compared to other seventh-generation models: the manufacturer used glass on the front and back, and the frame is made of high-quality metal. The glasses are bent equally in relation to the metal frame, and therefore the device turned out to be symmetrical. The IP68 water protection class allows you to lower the device for 30 minutes into water to a depth of no more than 1.5 meters without any consequences. The stylus will allow you to control the device when it is underwater.

While reviewing the Samsung Galaxy Note 7 smartphone, we noticed that the manufacturer went for innovation. This model uses a USB Type-C connector, which will be installed on most smartphones in 2017. The layout of the main keys is approximately the same as in the S7 Edge. The only thing that is additionally present is the S-Pen stylus. The Home key has undergone changes, which is now set deeper in the frame and almost does not protrude from the body. This minimizes the chance of damage to the scanner. If you look at the top panel, you will find a new window - an iris scanner.

This is a new level of protection that significantly increases the security of the gadget and the data stored on it. The user only needs to add his eyes in the parameters once, and upon subsequent use, the device will be unlocked by scanning them, which it can perform even in pitch darkness. The response is especially fast if you look directly at the sensor. This is an interesting solution, but it is unlikely to become very popular, because most users only need a fingerprint scanner.

Samsung Galaxy Note 7 screen

The Samsung galaxy note 7 phone is designed using the new Gorilla Glass 5 and a different shape of curves on the sides. This is the main difference from previous models, due to which the smartphone has become much more comfortable to use than the S7. There are practically no false clicks, the device is comfortable to hold even in one hand. Other characteristics of the Samsung Galaxy Note 7 have remained almost unchanged: the display resolution is Quad HD and a high-quality Super AMOLED matrix. The image is clearly readable in the sun if you set the optimal brightness settings or activate auto-tuning. Using a smartphone produces only positive impressions. It's safe to say that this is one of the best screens on modern technology.

Cameras Samsung Galaxy Note 7

The cameras remain the same - this is the main 12 megapixel (f1.7), optical image stabilization function and shooting in 4k resolution, as well as an additional 5 megapixel, supporting the ability to shoot videos in 1440p. The quality of photographs is no different from other new products from the manufacturer. Example You can see the photos below. The changes affected the standard camera application itself, as a result it has become one of the best among all modern gadgets.

There are a large number of parameters that can be adjusted manually to improve the quality of your pictures. The new application is the closest thing to anything like this in the Huawei P9. Tapping the left side of the display displays the available shooting modes, and tapping the right side displays a variety of filters. Settings are called up by clicking on the corresponding icon. The bottom swipe switches between the main and secondary cameras.

Specifications Samsung Galaxy Note 7

The battery capacity remained unchanged - 3500 mAh, and therefore you can expect a slight decrease in autonomy, because the display has become larger than in other models in the series. On board the smartphone is an Exynos 8890 processor or Snapdragon 820, 4 GB of RAM, and 64 GB of internal memory. Flash drives can be installed with a capacity of up to 2 TB, although such ones are not even produced at the moment. There are no problems with performance, everything works smoothly and without the slightest hint of brakes.

The battery will last for a day of use. Among the interesting features, it is worth noting the presence of a protected folder in which you can hide confidential data that other users should not see. And in the settings there is now an optimization item. In the top curtain, clicking on each item brings up a drop-down menu. An excellent job was done, making the smartphone one of the most technologically advanced on the market.

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One of the interesting changes is the creation of a protected folder into which you can transfer content that is not subject to public viewing; for this purpose, the functionality of the KNOX system has been expanded. One of the interesting features is the ability to install any duplicate application, for example, a second VKontakte or Telegram, into such a protected folder. The use of such technology is quite simple to come up with, and it will certainly find its fans.

Fires

The number of explosive jokes about the Note 7 has bothered even meme lovers, and this requires a lot of effort. Almost all YouTubers joked about how hot the Note 7 is. And this is certainly not to Samsung's advantage. Of course, there were cases of phone fires before, but in Note 7 they became widespread, albeit not large.

What is known now?

• There is a small batch of devices, up to 5000 pieces, that have a battery defect.
• The batch of devices and their serial numbers are known, but Samsung is recalling all devices worldwide.

This situation happens quite often in the world of auto manufacturers: for example, technician Vasya spent a week assembling a car and installed the brakes incorrectly, which stopped braking after a thousand pedal presses. Don't even go too far from batteries, one of TESLA's first batches had cars that could catch fire due to battery problems, but who remembers that now?

This is the first time such a major situation has occurred with smartphones; Samsung's PR service initially reported that sales had been stopped due to the incredible number of pre-orders. A day later, another release came out: sales stopped due to problems with the battery and fire cases.

But is what is happening now so critical?
Fire incidents occur only in the United States and South Korea and do not affect the rest of the world.
There have been problems with smartphones before: smartphones did not connect to the network and were easily bent.
Smartphones do not explode, but rather become very hot and begin to smoke, this can be seen in videos from surveillance cameras of cases, of course, in some cases this can lead to a fire.

History, like any news story, will soon be forgotten. The main thing now is not to repeat the mistakes and not allow anything bad to happen. Of course, the reputation is damaged, there is a loss in the value of the shares and money will have to be spent on returns and overproduction, but do not forget that Samsung is a giant corporation that can afford to produce smartphones that light up at least every six months.

Samsung caused the main headache for themselves - for some reason they decided to recall all smartphones. Although the problem occurs with 0.3% of devices. They did not immediately admit the problem and tried to twist the situation into their own hands. They have been releasing firmware for a long time with a limit on the charging percentage. Knowing a specific batch, they do not update the firmware and do not remotely turn off devices that could be harmful to health.

This is probably a problem for a large corporation - the management vertical simply does not allow for a quick response to such situations. Let's hope that the incident will force management to think about solving such rapidly emerging problems. Otherwise, the company is doing well and they know how to make smartphones.

Turn it off and don't use it anymore. Moreover, the advice is addressed to all owners of this model: both those who are still using a fire-hazardous option, and those who bought a smartphone from conditionally safe lots or exchanged an old device for a new one. The reason is that in the USA at least 4 cases of fire of these very conditionally safe specimens have been recorded. In addition, one such smartphone caught fire in Korea, which was even recorded on video:

There is reason to believe that this move from Samsung is a sign of the end of history. Well, that is, the Galaxy Note 7 may finally disappear from the market. Let's see how this story developed.

This car burned down because of the Galaxy Note 7

However, it is difficult to name the exact number of episodes, since it turned out that in a number of cases we were talking about other Samsung models, and sometimes the devices caught fire due to the fault of the users. For example, a 6-year-old child was not injured at all because of the Galaxy Note 7, and the very appropriate story about a Samsung tablet that caught fire on an airplane was not worth a damn: the device was simply crushed while adjusting the seat, as a result of which it caught fire. In its place there could be a tablet or smartphone from any manufacturer - Apple, Lenovo, Microsoft, LG, and so on. The outcome would have been exactly the same.

Meanwhile, airlines and aviation authorities in various countries got down to business. For example, Australian carriers Qantas, Jetstar and Virgin Australia allow Samsung Galaxy Note 7 to be used on flights: it was prohibited from being turned on and recharged on planes. Later, similar advice was given to passengers by the US Federal Aviation Administration and. However, no one really monitored compliance with these requirements: the Galaxy Note 7 is similar in design to a good dozen Samsung smartphones, and it is almost impossible to check which device the user is holding.

In countries where the Galaxy Note 7 was officially sold, programs were launched to replace copies with new, safe ones. Somewhere with smartphones from new batches they gave gift cards for receiving applications, somewhere other bonuses. The safe version received a green battery indicator on the display (instead of white) and a special note on a sticker attached to the box. To force Galaxy Note 7 owners to quickly return/exchange fire-hazardous copies, Samsung released a firmware update that prevents batteries from charging more than 60%.

In Korea, Galaxy Note 7 sales are on October 1 (originally September 28), in the US around the same days, sales restart in Europe on October 28.

However, now the cards are completely mixed: as we said at the very beginning, Samsung asked users to turn off their smartphones, production of the model was suspended, and all retailers and operators were ordered to stop sales. How all this will end - God knows. Even if Samsung decides to start sales for the third time, it’s unlikely that anything good will come of it: the image losses of the Galaxy Note 7 are colossal, and they - what can we hide - concern not only the model itself, but also the brand as a whole. With money, everything is also difficult: despite the fact that according to Samsung’s preliminary report for the third quarter (the whole story with the recall and replacement of devices fell on it), the company received an operating profit of $ 7 billion, which is 5.5% more than in last year, as of September 14 alone, Samsung’s capitalization collapsed by $26 billion. And the story is not over yet...

P.S. The Internet is to blame for everything. They say the Koreans were in such a hurry that they did not have time to thoroughly test the Galaxy Note 7 before launching it on the market. Who knows - perhaps there is some truth in this assumption. Well, for dessert: the developer of modifications for the games HitmanNiko used explosives in the game GTA 5 with Samsung Galaxy Note 7 smartphones. This cute joke suggests that flammable “sevens” have already fit very tightly into Internet folklore. And there is a suspicion that they will remain there, but they will soon not be found in the hands of users.

UPDATE: that's it, the patient suffered and passed on to another world. Samsung has officially announced the complete cessation of production of the Galaxy Note 7. This model will no longer be on the market.

Information about the make, model, and alternative names of the specific device, if available.

Design

Information about the dimensions and weight of the device, presented in different units of measurement. Materials used, colors offered, certificates.

Width Width information - refers to the horizontal side of the device in its standard orientation during use.	73.9 mm (millimeters) 7.39 cm (centimeters) 0.24 ft (feet) 2.91 in (inches)
Height Height information - refers to the vertical side of the device in its standard orientation during use.	153.5 mm (millimeters) 15.35 cm (centimeters) 0.5 ft (feet) 6.04 in (inches)
Thickness Information about the thickness of the device in different units of measurement.	7.9 mm (millimeters) 0.79 cm (centimeters) 0.03 ft (feet) 0.31 in (inches)
Weight Information about the weight of the device in different units of measurement.	169 g (grams) 0.37 lbs 5.96 oz (ounces)
Volume The approximate volume of the device, calculated based on the dimensions provided by the manufacturer. Refers to devices with the shape of a rectangular parallelepiped.	89.61 cm³ (cubic centimeters) 5.44 in³ (cubic inches)
Colors Information about the colors in which this device is offered for sale.	Black Blue Silver Golden
Materials for making the case Materials used to make the device body.	Metal Glass
Certification Information about the standards to which this device is certified.	IP68

SIM card

The SIM card is used in mobile devices to store data that certifies the authenticity of mobile service subscribers.

Mobile networks

A mobile network is a radio system that allows multiple mobile devices to communicate with each other.

GSM GSM (Global System for Mobile Communications) is designed to replace the analogue mobile network (1G). For this reason, GSM is often called a 2G mobile network. It is improved by the addition of GPRS (General Packet Radio Services), and later EDGE (Enhanced Data rates for GSM Evolution) technologies.	GSM 850 MHz GSM 900 MHz GSM 1800 MHz GSM 1900 MHz
TD-SCDMA TD-SCDMA (Time Division Synchronous Code Division Multiple Access) is a 3G mobile network standard. It is also called UTRA/UMTS-TDD LCR. It was developed as an alternative to the W-CDMA standard in China by the Chinese Academy of Telecommunications Technology, Datang Telecom and Siemens. TD-SCDMA combines TDMA and CDMA.	TD-SCDMA 1880-1920 MHz (SM-N930S) TD-SCDMA 2010-2025 MHz (SM-N930S)
UMTS UMTS is an abbreviation for Universal Mobile Telecommunications System. It is based on the GSM standard and belongs to 3G mobile networks. Developed by 3GPP and its biggest advantage is providing greater speed and spectral efficiency thanks to W-CDMA technology.	UMTS 850 MHz UMTS 900 MHz UMTS 1700/2100 MHz UMTS 1900 MHz UMTS 2100 MHz
LTE LTE (Long Term Evolution) is defined as a fourth generation (4G) technology. It is developed by 3GPP based on GSM/EDGE and UMTS/HSPA to increase the capacity and speed of wireless mobile networks. The subsequent technology development is called LTE Advanced.	LTE 700 MHz Class 13 LTE 700 MHz Class 17 LTE 800 MHz LTE 900 MHz LTE 1700/2100 MHz LTE 1800 MHz LTE 1900 MHz LTE 2100 MHz LTE 2600 MHz LTE-TDD 1900 MHz (B39) LTE-TDD 2300 MHz (B40) LTE-TDD 2500 MHz (B41) LTE-TDD 2600 MHz (B38) LTE 700 MHz (B28)

Mobile communication technologies and data transfer speeds

Communication between devices on mobile networks is carried out using technologies that provide different data transfer rates.

Operating system

An operating system is a system software that manages and coordinates the operation of hardware components in a device.

SoC (System on Chip)

A system on a chip (SoC) includes all the most important hardware components of a mobile device on one chip.

SoC (System on Chip) A system on a chip (SoC) integrates various hardware components, such as a processor, graphics processor, memory, peripherals, interfaces, etc., as well as the software necessary for their operation.	Samsung Exynos 8 Octa 8890
Technological process Information about the technological process by which the chip is manufactured. Nanometers measure half the distance between elements in the processor.	14 nm (nanometers)
Processor (CPU) The primary function of a mobile device's processor (CPU) is to interpret and execute instructions contained in software applications.	4x 2.3 GHz Exynos M1 Mongoose, 4x 1.6 GHz ARM Cortex-A53
Processor size The size (in bits) of a processor is determined by the size (in bits) of the registers, address buses, and data buses. 64-bit processors have higher performance compared to 32-bit processors, which in turn are more powerful than 16-bit processors.	64 bit
Instruction Set Architecture Instructions are commands with which the software sets/controls the operation of the processor. Information about the instruction set (ISA) that the processor can execute.	ARMv8-A
Number of processor cores The processor core executes software instructions. There are processors with one, two or more cores. Having more cores increases performance by allowing multiple instructions to be executed in parallel.	8
CPU clock speed The clock speed of a processor describes its speed in terms of cycles per second. It is measured in megahertz (MHz) or gigahertz (GHz).	2300 MHz (megahertz)
Graphics Processing Unit (GPU) The Graphics Processing Unit (GPU) handles calculations for various 2D/3D graphics applications. In mobile devices, it is most often used by games, consumer interfaces, video applications, etc.	ARM Mali-T880 MP12
Number of GPU cores Like a CPU, a GPU is made up of several working parts called cores. They handle graphics calculations for various applications.	12
GPU clock speed Running speed is the clock speed of the GPU, measured in megahertz (MHz) or gigahertz (GHz).	650 MHz (megahertz)
Amount of random access memory (RAM) Random access memory (RAM) is used by the operating system and all installed applications. Data stored in RAM is lost after the device is turned off or restarted.	4 GB (gigabytes)
Type of random access memory (RAM) Information about the type of random access memory (RAM) used by the device.	LPDDR4
Number of RAM channels Information about the number of RAM channels that are integrated into the SoC. More channels mean higher data rates.	Dual channel
RAM frequency The frequency of RAM determines its operating speed, more specifically, the speed of reading/writing data.	1794 MHz (megahertz)

Built-in memory

Each mobile device has built-in (non-removable) memory with a fixed capacity.

Memory cards

Memory cards are used in mobile devices to increase the storage capacity for storing data.

Screen

The screen of a mobile device is characterized by its technology, resolution, pixel density, diagonal length, color depth, etc.

Type/technology One of the main characteristics of the screen is the technology by which it is made and on which the quality of the information image directly depends.	Super AMOLED
Diagonal For mobile devices, screen size is expressed by the length of its diagonal, measured in inches.	5.7 in (inches) 144.78 mm (millimeters) 14.48 cm (centimeters)
Width Approximate screen width	2.79 in (inches) 70.98 mm (millimeters) 7.1 cm (centimeters)
Height Approximate screen height	4.97 in (inches) 126.19 mm (millimeters) 12.62 cm (centimeters)
Aspect Ratio The ratio of the dimensions of the long side of the screen to its short side	1.778:1 16:9
Permission Screen resolution shows the number of pixels vertically and horizontally on the screen. Higher resolution means clearer image detail.	1440 x 2560 pixels
Pixel Density Information about the number of pixels per centimeter or inch of the screen. Higher density allows information to be displayed on the screen with clearer detail.	515 ppi (pixels per inch) 202ppcm (pixels per centimeter)
Color depth Screen color depth reflects the total number of bits used for color components in one pixel. Information about the maximum number of colors that the screen can display.	24 bit 16777216 flowers
Screen area Approximate percentage of screen area occupied by the screen on the front of the device.	79.21% (percent)
Other characteristics Information about other screen features and characteristics.	Capacitive Multi-touch Scratch resistance
	Corning Gorilla Glass 5 Dual Edge display Always-On Display VR headset support

Sensors

Different sensors perform different quantitative measurements and convert physical indicators into signals that a mobile device can recognize.

Main camera

The main camera of a mobile device is usually located on the back of the body and is used for taking photos and videos.

Sensor model	Sony IMX260 Exmor RS
Sensor type	CMOS (complementary metal-oxide semiconductor)
Diaphragm	f/1.7
Focal length	4.2 mm (millimeters)
Flash type The most common types of flashes in mobile device cameras are LED and xenon flashes. LED flashes produce softer light and, unlike brighter xenon flashes, are also used for video shooting.	Double LED
Image Resolution One of the main characteristics of mobile device cameras is their resolution, which shows the number of horizontal and vertical pixels in the image.	4032 x 3024 pixels 12.19 MP (megapixels)
Video resolution Information about the maximum supported resolution when shooting video with the device.	3840 x 2160 pixels 8.29 MP (megapixels)
Information about the maximum number of frames per second (fps) supported by the device when shooting video at the maximum resolution. Some of the main standard video shooting and playback speeds are 24p, 25p, 30p, 60p.	30fps (frames per second)
Characteristics Information about other software and hardware features related to the main camera and improving its functionality.	Autofocus Continuous shooting Digital zoom Optical image stabilization Geographical tags Panoramic photography HDR shooting Touch Focus Face recognition White Balance Adjustment ISO Setting Exposure compensation Self-timer Scene Selection Mode
	Available also with Samsung S5K2L1 (ISOCELL) Phase detection with Dual Pixel Object tracking AF Smart OIS 1080p @ 60 fps 720p@120fps

Additional camera

Additional cameras are usually mounted above the device screen and are used mainly for video conversations, gesture recognition, etc.

Sensor model Information about the manufacturer and model of the photo sensor used in the device's camera.	Samsung S5K4E6
Sensor type Digital cameras use photo sensors to take photographs. The sensor, as well as optics, are one of the main factors in the quality of the camera in a mobile device.	ISOCELL
Sensor size Information about the dimensions of the photosensor used in the device. Typically, cameras with larger sensors and lower pixel densities offer higher image quality despite the lower resolution.	3.6 x 2.7 mm (millimeters) 0.18 in (inches)
Pixel size The smaller pixel size of the photosensor allows more pixels per unit area, thereby increasing resolution. On the other hand, a smaller pixel size can have a negative impact on image quality at high ISO levels.	1.389 µm (micrometers) 0.001389 mm (millimeters)
Crop factor The crop factor is the ratio between the dimensions of the full-frame sensor (36 x 24 mm, equivalent to a frame of standard 35 mm film) and the dimensions of the device's photosensor. The indicated number represents the ratio of the diagonals of the full-frame sensor (43.3 mm) and the photosensor of a particular device.	9.61
Diaphragm Aperture (f-number) is the size of the aperture opening that controls the amount of light reaching the photosensor. A lower f-number means the aperture opening is larger.	f/1.7
Focal length Focal length is the distance in millimeters from the photosensor to the optical center of the lens. The equivalent focal length is also indicated, providing the same field of view with a full frame camera.	2.1 mm (millimeters) 20.19 mm (millimeters) *(35 mm / full frame)
Image Resolution Information about the maximum resolution of the additional camera when shooting. In most cases, the resolution of the secondary camera is lower than that of the main camera.	2592 x 1944 pixels 5.04 MP (megapixels)
Video resolution Information about the maximum supported resolution when shooting video with an additional camera.	1920 x 1080 pixels 2.07 MP (megapixels)
Video - frame rate/frames per second. Information about the maximum number of frames per second (fps) supported by the secondary camera when shooting video at the maximum resolution.	30fps (frames per second)
	Auto HDR

Audio

Information about the type of speakers and audio technologies supported by the device.

Radio

The radio of the mobile device is a built-in FM receiver.

Location determination

Information about the navigation and location technologies supported by your device.

WiFi

Wi-Fi is a technology that provides wireless communication for transmitting data over close distances between various devices.

Bluetooth

Bluetooth is a standard for secure wireless data transfer between various devices of different types over short distances.

Version There are several versions of Bluetooth, with each subsequent one improving communication speed, coverage, and making devices easier to discover and connect. Information about the Bluetooth version of the device.	4.2
Characteristics Bluetooth uses different profiles and protocols that provide faster data transfer, energy savings, improved device discovery, etc. Some of these profiles and protocols that the device supports are shown here.	A2DP (Advanced Audio Distribution Profile) AVRCP (Audio/Visual Remote Control Profile) DIP (Device ID Profile) HFP (Hands-Free Profile) HID (Human Interface Profile) HSP (Headset Profile) LE (Low Energy) MAP (Message Access Profile) OPP (Object Push Profile) PAN (Personal Area Networking Profile) PBAP/PAB (Phone Book Access Profile)

USB

USB (Universal Serial Bus) is an industry standard that allows different electronic devices to exchange data.

Headphone jack

This is an audio connector, also called an audio jack. The most widely used standard in mobile devices is the 3.5mm headphone jack.

Connecting devices

Information about other important connection technologies supported by your device.

Browser

A web browser is a software application for accessing and viewing information on the Internet.

Browser Information about some of the main characteristics and standards supported by the device's browser.

HTML HTML5 CSS 3

Audio file formats/codecs

Mobile devices support different audio file formats and codecs, which respectively store and encode/decode digital audio data.

Video file formats/codecs

Mobile devices support different video file formats and codecs, which respectively store and encode/decode digital video data.

Battery

Mobile device batteries differ from each other in their capacity and technology. They provide the electrical charge necessary for their functioning.

Capacity A battery's capacity indicates the maximum charge it can hold, measured in milliamp-hours.	3500 mAh (milliamp-hours)
Type The type of battery is determined by its structure and, more precisely, the chemicals used. There are different types of batteries, with lithium-ion and lithium-ion polymer batteries being the most commonly used batteries in mobile devices.	Li-polymer
2G talk time 2G talk time is the period of time during which the battery charge is completely discharged during a continuous conversation on a 2G network.	26 h (hours) 1560 min (minutes) 1.1 days
3G talk time 3G talk time is the period of time during which the battery charge is completely discharged during a continuous conversation on a 3G network.	26 h (hours) 1560 min (minutes) 1.1 days
Adapter output power Information about the electrical current (measured in amperes) and electrical voltage (measured in volts) that the charger supplies (power output). Higher power output ensures faster battery charging.	9 V (volts) / 1.67 A (amps)
Characteristics Information about some additional characteristics of the device's battery.	Wireless charger Fast charging Fixed
	Qi/PMA wireless charging

Specific Absorption Rate (SAR)

The SAR level refers to the amount of electromagnetic radiation absorbed by the human body while using a mobile device.

Head SAR level (EU) The SAR level indicates the maximum amount of electromagnetic radiation that the human body is exposed to when holding a mobile device close to the ear in a conversation position. In Europe, the maximum permissible SAR value for mobile devices is limited to 2 W/kg per 10 grams of human tissue. This standard has been established by CENELEC in accordance with IEC standards, subject to the guidelines of ICNIRP 1998.	0.249 W/kg (Watt per kilogram)
Body SAR level (EU) The SAR level indicates the maximum amount of electromagnetic radiation to which the human body is exposed when holding a mobile device at hip level. The maximum permissible SAR value for mobile devices in Europe is 2 W/kg per 10 grams of human tissue. This standard has been established by the CENELEC Committee in compliance with the ICNIRP 1998 guidelines and IEC standards.	1.28 W/kg (Watt per kilogram)
Head SAR level (US) The SAR level indicates the maximum amount of electromagnetic radiation that the human body is exposed to when holding a mobile device near the ear. The maximum value used in the USA is 1.6 W/kg per 1 gram of human tissue. Mobile devices in the US are regulated by the CTIA, and the FCC conducts tests and sets their SAR values.	0.55 W/kg (Watt per kilogram)
Body SAR level (US) The SAR level indicates the maximum amount of electromagnetic radiation to which the human body is exposed when holding a mobile device at hip level. The highest permissible SAR value in the USA is 1.6 W/kg per 1 gram of human tissue. This value is set by the FCC, and the CTIA monitors mobile devices' compliance with this standard.	0.67 W/kg (Watt per kilogram)

Specifications

• Android 6.0.1, Grace UI
• Display 5.7 inches, QHD resolution 2560x1440 pixels (518 ppi), SuperAMOLED, automatic backlight adjustment, Always On function, different operating modes, Corning Gorilla Glass 5
• 4 GB RAM, 64 GB internal memory, memory card up to 256 GB
• nanoSIM (there will be options for 2 SIM cards, then the memory card in the combined slot will not be available)
• Exynos 8890 chipset, 8 cores up to 1.8 GHz per core, MALI T880 MP12 graphics coprocessor (in some countries there is an option for Qualcomm Snapdragon 820), 14 nm
• LTE cat12/13 support with software update, operator support is also required, default LTE cat.9
• Front camera 5 megapixels, flash (screen), BRITECELL main camera, 12 megapixels, time-lapse shooting, slow-motion, video effects, 4K video
• IP68 dust and water protection
• Latest generation fingerprint sensor
• Wi-Fi: 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac (2.4/5GHz), HT80 MIMO(2x2) 620Mbps, Dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct, Mobile hotspot, Bluetooth®: v4.2, A2DP, LE, apt-X, ANT+, USB 3.1, NFC
• Wireless charging built into case (WPC1.1(4.6W Output) & PMA 1.0(4.2W)
• Li-Ion 3500 mAh battery, extreme power saving mode, fast charging in one hour up to 70 percent
• Dimensions – 153.5x73.9x7.9 mm, weight – 169 grams

Contents of delivery

• Smartphone
• Wired stereo headset
• USB Type C to microUSB adapter
• Charger (Fast Adaptive Charge) with USB Type C cable
• USB Type C to USB adapter
• Instructions
• SIM tray clip

Positioning

The attentive reader must wonder where the sixth generation of Note went, because a year ago in August we discussed the Note 5, and now there is an unexpected jump to number seven. There are two reasons for this decision; it is difficult to say which of them prevailed; I think their contribution is equal. Firstly, the Galaxy line has always been one generation ahead of the Note, since they did not appear at the same time. These models are released with a difference of six months, usually the Galaxy appears in March-April, the Note in late summer-early autumn. And it turns out that there is a significant gap between them. But the main thing is that the later Note model has an index one less. For example, after the appearance and start of sales of the Galaxy S6 of all variants, Note 5 was released six months later, which for some buyers created confusion and created the perception of this model as something “old” that did not correspond to a flagship. The market for the Note line has long gone beyond the circle of technology enthusiasts, so, oddly enough, this factor plays a role. It would not be amiss to recall that technologically the Note has always been superior to the Galaxy line, and for at least six months it remained the most powerful smartphone from Samsung.

Since 2016, both Samsung lines have become the same in numbers, now the models will be released with the same index, for example, the Galaxy S8 will appear in 2017, and later the Note 8 will be released. And if for the Galaxy this will be the eighth generation of the device, then for the Note only the seventh, but consumers will not be very concerned about this issue.

The second reason is indirect, but it plays a role for marketers. Apple is releasing the seventh generation iPhone on the market in September, which means Samsung is also leveling out the difference in perception; both companies now have the “identical” generations of devices. Is it good? In principle, this does not matter for the majority; this is again a nod to part of the audience who understands absolutely nothing about phones, but judges who is cooler by the numbers. There are quite a lot of such people on the market, this is especially true in Latin America, Mexico and countries in that part of the world, partly in the USA.

In August 2015, when Samsung showed off the Note 5, it became clear that the future of the Note line was in doubt; the company decided to make the S6 EDGE+ the main device, and sell and promote the Note on a residual basis in most markets. It came out at the end of the year, that is, with a delay of several months, did not have the same support, it seemed that they wanted to quietly get rid of the Note line. Already in January, it became clear that such steps by Samsung caused a very sharp reaction from buyers; they did not want the Note line to disappear and demanded that, as before, this line not only exist, but provide devices with the best engineering solutions. By the time the Galaxy S7/S7 EDGE was announced, Samsung had already decided that they would return everything to its previous place and the next Note would become one of the key models for the company.

The positioning of this device looks simple - it is the most powerful model from an engineering point of view, which has a large margin of safety. It is curious that various forums are still discussing the issue that the Note 3 is so good that there is no point in replacing it with older models. It is clear that this is not entirely true, but in the perception of a significant number of people, the previous models of the Note line are not at all outdated and are in demand. For example, when traveling I often use Note 4 without experiencing any problems; it is a completely modern smartphone both in terms of operating speed and Android version (it costs 6.0.1). Over the past two years, this model has not deteriorated much; it may well survive for at least another year, providing comfortable work. There are almost no models on the market with such a long life cycle that would not become obsolete.

For those who are looking for the very best device, devoid of compromises, this model offers just such an option. But, again, unlike previous years, the difference in technology with the same Galaxy S7 EDGE is uncritical or unnoticeable for most buyers; many perceive the changes as cosmetic and not worthy of special attention. In some ways this is true, in others it is not.

Like any flagship from an A-brand, Note 7 is priced accordingly, however, we’ll talk about this separately at the end of the material. Let's first look at the main points associated with this device and talk about impressions from long-term use.

Design, dimensions, control elements

With comparable sizes, the differences in the ergonomics of the S6 and S7 were striking, the second fit into the hand like a glove, and the first, compared to its background, was perceived as a half-finished prototype. Having mastered this trick, Samsung engineers were able to repeat it in the Note line; the new flagship fits perfectly in the hand, although I didn’t have any particular complaints about the previous one. But the body was narrowed, and due to this and the beveled edges, it fits better in the hand. Many people who criticized the Note line for its size, having tried the S7 EDGE, somehow became attached to it, saying that this device is excellent in ergonomics. It was this that was used as a prototype when creating the Note 7. The dimensions of the Note 5 are 153.2x76.1x7.6 mm, the Note 7 is 153.5x73.9x7.9 mm. The different thickness of the case is not felt, but the fact that it is narrower is immediately clear. At the same time, a slightly smaller size does not cause any loss in performance.

Compared to Galaxy Note 5

Very often I hear that people consider certain phones to be slippery. With Note 7 there is no such problem anywhere, except for water. Climbing into the Atlantic Ocean to photograph the swirling waves, I got some great photos, but the wave easily knocked the phone out of my hands, sending it on its final voyage. It is interesting that for a day and a half it was possible to observe on the map how the device moved along the coast, the signal from it passed through from time to time. I assume that sometimes he was lifted from the bottom by a wave, and then he managed to transmit his coordinates. But it was not possible to find him in the water. The conclusion is simple - when going into the water with Note 7, hold it tightly or use a case so that the device does not drown.

Compared to iPhone 6S Plus

Compared to Moto Z

One of the key features of all Notes up to five were collapsible cases and the ability to change the battery yourself. Unfortunately, this device has a monolithic body, the battery can only be replaced at a service center, which, however, is not a problem, the procedure is standard and takes a few minutes. Of course, if there is a service center near you. We’ll talk about the battery separately, I won’t get ahead of ourselves here, although for many the phrase “battery in Note 7” already evokes a certain associative series.

Just like the S7/S7 EDGE, water protection has been added and the IP68 standard is supported. You can take your phone for a swim, drop it in water, and in most situations it won’t hurt. Watch the video to see how the S7 behaves in a tank of water.

Just like for the S7/S7 EDGE, they used advanced protection technology when the connectors detect whether there is water in them and refuse to charge when it is detected. But, unlike the S7/S7 EDGE, the screen coating has been redesigned (the glass is the same Corning Gorilla Glass 4+, also called Gorilla Glass 5 for the rest of the market), and now presses are more accurately recognized when the screen is wet.

But that’s not all, the S Pen has become smaller, but now it can work both in water and under water (why the second is needed is a big question for me, but perhaps someone will find a use for this technology).

The slot is retractable, there is space for a microSD memory card, and a combined slot (either two SIM cards or a memory card). It is possible that in some markets Note 7 will be promoted as DUOS, then the inscription on the case will say so. But structurally these devices do not differ in any way, they are the same.

Four body colors, a familiar design that doesn’t surprise you in any way. Blue devices are not supplied to Russia.

The most popular color is black (Black Onyx), it accounts for the majority of sales in all countries of the world, it also led in pre-orders in Russia, which is approximately 80% of the total volume. I also like this color and chose it. The gold color (Gold Platinum) is easily soiled, hand marks remain on it, and they are clearly visible indoors. Silver (Silver Titanium) is not so easily soiled, but it is unique and will not suit everyone. Oddly enough, the blue device looks good, it is a little livelier than the similar color in the Note 5.

Among the external changes is the replacement of the microUSB connector with USB Type C. The S7 EDGE prototypes were equipped with the same connector, but at the last moment they abandoned it, considering that no benefits could be obtained from its use. In this model it is installed, it is USB 3.1 (not 2.0), that is, the data transfer speed will be maximum.

Among the minuses that migrated from the previous generation to Note 7, I would like to note the painting of the metal mesh of the speaker; over time (about six months of completely careless treatment) it will begin to peel off. In the photo you can see my S7 EDGE.

The same thing awaits Note 7, the process has not been changed in any way, although the company knows that this problem exists. The second weak point is the fingerprint sensor, which is covered not even with Corning Gorilla Glass, but with plastic. After 4-5 months, the plastic wears off and an ugly stain appears, like the one on my S7 EDGE. The same thing awaits Note 7.

These two shortcomings are very frustrating, as they age the device and make it a little sloppy after six months, especially if you look closely and not just glance at it. In the same Apple iPhone, the button with the sensor is covered with sapphire, which guarantees that the appearance will be preserved. Why Samsung can’t do exactly the same is beyond me.

Compared to Galaxy S7 Edge

Unlike Note 4, which uses a system of three microphones, this device has only two of them, they are located at the ends. The noise reduction system works perfectly during a conversation, the missing third microphone removed from the recorder the ability to record a conversation at a round table when there are several interlocutors, but the “Interview” mode remains, it works decently.

On the front side there is a proximity sensor, light sensor, iris scanner, as well as a 5-megapixel selfie camera, all above the screen. The central key is mechanical, with a fingerprint sensor, it works by touch. For some reason this key is often pressed in a pocket; its size has been changed compared to the S7 EDGE. Although this does not always happen and does not happen to everyone, it has happened to me in certain situations. But in general this does not create a noticeable problem.

Display

The display has a diagonal of 5.7 inches, QHD resolution 2560x1440 pixels (518 ppi), this is the latest generation SuperAMOLED. Back in the days of the S6, it seemed to me that it would be difficult to improve much in screens, but Samsung defies these expectations every time. So, just like in the S7/S7 EDGE, an Always On mode has appeared, when a clock and icons about missed events are shown on the screen. The logic has been slightly changed; now, in addition to notifications about calls and SMS, you can see icons of various applications, including colored icons. Another point is that if you write a note on the screen, then by clicking on its icon on the Always On display, you will see this note, which is convenient.

The algorithm for working in the sun has been changed; the device produces more natural colors. In general, we can say that Samsung took its ideal screen of the previous generation and made it even more colorful and better. Plus, you can change the color scheme as you wish, giving you a wide range of colors. Or adapt the screen automatically. The algorithm for learning your preferences has become a little more intelligent; it learns faster what kind of backlight and in what situations and programs you prefer.

Display Mate tested the Note 7 screen and called it a work of art and the best screen among all mobile devices, you can read their full debriefing.

And I would like to dwell on a few points. Firstly, the brightness of the backlight when automatically adjusted has increased to 1000 nits, which gives a very bright and clear picture in the sun, no other phone can do this, including the S7/S7 EDGE. In bright sunshine in camera mode this is clearly visible.

Secondly, a video enhancement mode has appeared, in fact it is an HDR mode for videos where this option is not initially available. But if you want to watch HDR-encoded videos on your phone (HDR mode from 4K TVs), then you can do this; this option is supported for the first time on a mobile device. Of course, for most, this will be another feature that they will never get acquainted with, and here Samsung is running ahead of the steam locomotive. But we can say for sure that in the future other companies will use the same approach. At the moment, there is practically no content that can be viewed using this option.

From the point of view of the quality of the screen and picture, the ability to customize it for each specific person, this is the best device on the market, which has no direct competitors. The flagships of other companies are good, but they do not perform equally in all lighting conditions, but here you get the maximum possible both in the sun and indoors. In a word, this is truly a work of art.

Now a few words about the side faces; the curvature of the bend was changed for them, and this made it possible to ensure that there were noticeably fewer false positives. They didn’t bother me on the S7 EDGE, but sometimes they happened; there are an order of magnitude fewer of them here.

You can find out how the side edge works, what you can do with it and what applications to install.

Now let's look at the new generation of protective glass - Corning Gorilla Glass 5. A video has appeared online in which, using tools calibrated to the Mohs scale, a person showed that at level 3 you can scratch the new glass from Corning, while the fourth generation It was scratched only at level 5-6.

Corning refuted these words, pointing out that the scratch resistance of the glass remained at the same level as the previous generation; its resistance to falls was changed (survival in 80% of cases when falling from 1 meter 60 centimeters). This is true, and it is extremely difficult to break the device, but it is possible if desired. This device crashed after a dozen falls from such a height.

There is no reason not to believe Corning or the author of the video, but it turns out to be a very contradictory situation. Is the screen scratched or not? In our video, for comparison, I scratched both the S7 EDGE and Note 7 with a knife, and in the end I scratched the S7 EDGE. Does this prove anything? Absolutely nothing. For example, in a pocket with sand, both the first and second ones are guaranteed to be scratched.

In more than a month with my device, and handling it very carelessly (carrying it with keys, throwing it in the sand, and so on), it received small, unnoticeable scratches on the screen, and this only happened after spending time at the beach. In all other situations, the screen performed no worse than that of the previous model. People who worry about the appearance of small scratches that are visible only close up, cannot be felt with a finger, and do not in any way affect the quality of the picture display, surprise me. I'm sure that they try to pay for insurance to replace the bumpers on their cars if there is a small, barely visible scratch. Forgetting that the bumper is designed to be covered with scratches and serve as protection. I don’t want to convince anyone, but I’m sure that after two or three years of using the phone, no serious problems with its screen in terms of scratches will appear. The problem is very far-fetched and akin to iPhones bending in their back pockets; there is no practical sense for consumers. For those who worry and shake about their screen, there are mineral glass stickers that will protect the display. But I think that gluing protection on protection is stupid, it’s the same as wrapping a suitcase at the airport in film in order to preserve its appearance. The only task of the film is to prevent thieves from getting into your suitcase, but preserving the appearance of the suitcase is a utopia. Although different people have different views on this issue.

Memory, RAM, memory cards, chipset, performance

Initially it was assumed that this device would receive 6 GB of RAM and a new memory distribution mechanism would be used depending on the load. But it was decided to abandon this and leave this technology for the 8th or even 9th generation of devices. At the request of Google, since the company did not have time to make the necessary add-ons in Android and wants all flagships to receive this opportunity within one year.

The total amount of RAM is 4 GB. This is enough for all tasks. The memory type has not changed, it is LPDDR4 (10 nm process technology). Very often, people complain that after booting up the smartphone, a small amount of RAM is available, which shows a complete ignorance of the issue and how memory is distributed in Android. Occupied memory does not in any way affect system performance or the ability to perform certain tasks. Therefore, the very parameter of how much memory is occupied is useless for assessing anything; it says absolutely nothing.

The minimum amount of preinstalled memory becomes 64 GB, plus microSD memory cards of any size are available (Samsung guarantees memory cards up to 256 GB). They say that some operators will sell 128 GB versions, but this is exotic; the vast majority of devices will be 64 GB.

Now a few words about chipsets. The device comes in two versions, for the American market and a couple of operators outside it - on Qualcomm Snapdragon 821 (maximum frequency - 2.3 GHz, a bunch of virtual parrots in Antutu). For most of the world, the device will be released on the Exynos 8893, the frequency here is up to 2.7 GHz, with less heating and longer operating time, plus better implemented camera and energy saving algorithms. The difference in operating time between these chipsets under the same load can reach 20-25 percent. Of course, it all depends on your scenarios for using the device, but, nevertheless, this is a fairly noticeable difference. The presence of a version from Qualcomm is a tribute to the American market and the choice of operators.

The performance of the solution remains high; this is one of the most powerful smartphones, as you can see if you look at the results of synthetic tests. They do not reflect real productivity in life, and that is enough for anyone to see. No slowdowns, slow work or anything like that.

Battery

Battery capacity – 3500 mAh. It was assumed that the Note 7 will receive a new type of battery, the same as in the J7 2016, but at the last moment the company turned everything back; it uses the same battery as the Galaxy S7 EDGE, albeit with a slightly smaller capacity. Apparently, the rejection of new technologies is due to the fact that the Note 7 as a whole decided not to stuff them with them, but to save them for subsequent devices. However, the Note 7 still has some technical solutions that have not been seen before.

So, in energy saving mode, for the first time you can change the screen resolution, for example, switch from QHD to FullHD, which will reduce the load on the graphics subsystem and give you a plus of 15-20% of operating time with the same characteristics (screen brightness, all programs running, etc.). d.).

If you look at the performance of the device in this mode, it will increase slightly.

This is an interesting way to extend the operating time of your phone, and at the same time choose the screen resolution that you are comfortable with and that you consider sufficient. In my opinion, most consumers will stick with the native QHD resolution, but some may choose something else. Other manufacturers do not yet have this option, as it requires complex integration of OS software and display.

Now let's look at the operating time of commercial devices. Everything here has not changed in any way compared to Note 5, this is a day of work, in the same modes and under the same load. It turns out that with average backlight you will get (automatic adjustment) 3.5-4 hours of screen operation and a full day of work. Video playback at maximum brightness is about 13 hours.

It's a pity, but a miracle did not happen, and the device is quite comparable to the same S7 EDGE, this is a confident day of work under load. If we talk about those who save money and squeeze everything possible out of the phone, use a not very bright backlight, then you can achieve two days of reliable work in mixed mode.

Just like before, there is fast charging, it has become a little faster (half charge in 25 minutes). Wireless fast charging (WPC/PMA) is supported.

Battery fire, Note 7 replacement and worldwide recall

I'm sure you've heard many times about Note 7s exploding. A separate material is devoted to this, which describes the causes and consequences, as well as the company’s actions to replace devices free of charge.

The situation with the defect is unprecedented, and Samsung did not waste time on trifles, but stopped sales of the device around the world, and those who had already bought the phone were offered a free replacement with devices from the new batch, with a different marking. Moreover, if we talk about Russia, then all those who bought gray devices can exchange them for PCT for free, the company will do this starting from the second half of September.

Devices from the batch with potential defects were not delivered to Russia, so those who received their phones as pre-orders can use them. Or they can replace them with new ones starting next week. All new batches are released with updated labeling, devices from the first batches have been withdrawn, and they will not be on the market in any form. The media story around the flammable Note 7 is greatly inflated, while this problem can only be encountered in the USA or South Korea and with a certain procedure (first you need to burn the charge controller with a non-original charger). Considering that only updated devices will go on sale, there is no particular problem; it concerns only the first batches. Surveys show that there are no mass refusals to purchase Note 7; moreover, less than 2% of buyers refused pre-orders in Russia, which speaks for itself. Another thing is that in Russia, as an apology for postponing delivery dates with the phone, they give a set of accessories in addition to Gear Fit 2.

The trail of media history will continue to follow the Note 7 for a long time, but it is unlikely to have a significant impact on the sales of the device. Only a month and a half was lost, which was spent on the exchange; then sales will proceed as usual.

Iris scanner

One of the key changes is the iris scanner; this method allows you to unlock the device without touching it. The operation of the scanner reminded me in ideology of what we saw on the Lumia 950/950 XL. Whether you are wearing glasses or not, there is no difference, look at the device, and it recognizes your iris and unlocks. This takes less than a second. This method is error-free and works very quickly, it can compete with a fingerprint. The downside is slightly higher energy consumption, but you have to pay for convenience, right?

If testing this technology in Note 7 shows that it is interesting to the public and in demand, then it may appear in the S8/S8 EDGE. Although it is possible that this will be one device, and not two models.

S Pen - pen capabilities, new programs and styles

At the Note 7 presentation they talked a lot and in detail about the updated S Pen, I’ll try to highlight the most important points. Let me start with the fact that most people consider the S Pen to be an additional and practically unnecessary thing; they very rarely use the stylus built into the body. On the other hand, there is a creative minority that is accustomed to pens, loves to draw, and they, on the contrary, do not let go of the S Pen, create beautiful drawings, sketches, in a word, constantly use the stylus. These two categories of people will never be able to understand each other; they have too different tasks and needs. Unfortunately, I never learned to draw something other than stick-stick-circle, and ultimately a little man, so I consider myself to be among the majority without any special artistic talents.

For me, the S Pen is the ability to leave a quick note, write on the screen, without even unlocking the phone. This is very useful in meetings when you need to remember something and don't need to write it down in a notebook. Short notes on the run, which are also synchronized with the cloud.

But perhaps the most important thing is the ability to take a screenshot of a page that does not fit on the entire screen. The function appeared in Note 5; it has come in handy more than once for me to show certain things and instantly send them as one file, rather than torn pages.

Another important point is the ability to take a screenshot anywhere on the screen and immediately draw something on it, cut out a piece. It's also interesting for those who work with graphics and the like.

Something useful will also tell you about the ability to recognize text in pictures, that is, you save everything that you photographed or took a screenshot of, not just as graphics, you can extract text from there. This is an indispensable tool in my work.

A new feature is the translation of individual words; in this mode, you set the direction of translation and you can spy on any words that will be immediately shown. The engine from Google is used, the function is pleasant for those who study or constantly correspond in different languages, not always having a dictionary at hand.

The fact that the S Pen began to work underwater, in my opinion, is nonsense. It is unlikely that scuba divers will use a phone while diving, and even at a depth of two meters it will simply leak. But the fact that you can write in the rain is a real application scenario that is easy to imagine.

The pen has physically become a little smaller, the recognition accuracy has increased, as before, 2048 degrees of pressure are taken into account. The S Note app now has a drawing mode where you can mix colors, something that wasn't there before.

In the first batches of Note 5, out of the blue, bloggers created problems that the stylus could be inserted with the wrong end into the connector. It is unclear how drunk you need to be to do this, but then the design was changed. In Note 7, trying to insert the wrong end of the S Pen will do nothing; the pen simply will not fit into the slot.

I can’t say that I use the S Pen very actively, sometimes it happens that I don’t take it out for several days, sometimes a couple of times a day I draw something on screenshots, cut out pictures. But I can say for sure that it helps me quickly complete routine tasks that I encounter from time to time. There is simply nothing like this in other phones. Handwritten text recognition has become noticeably better, but, in my opinion, this is not as convenient as simply typing text on the keyboard, although perhaps someone thinks the opposite. I am sure that there are fewer and fewer people writing every year. And therefore, the S Pen is not so much for writing as for performing tasks in which the stylus is difficult to replace with a finger.

Camera

Formally, these are the same cameras that we saw in the S7/S7 EDGE; in fact, the image processing algorithm has been improved; the difference is not dramatic, but it is there. Autofocus works instantly, however, it was like that on the S7 too. Due to increased productivity, image and video processing is many times faster. Just as the image stabilization algorithm has changed, it is sharper when shaking. This is one of the best cameras on the market, I would like to compare it separately with the iPhone 7 Plus, but we will do that in October. In the meantime, you can see examples of photos and videos from the device. Due to the updated screen, photos on it look noticeably better than on the S7 EDGE, but this is precisely the effect of the image on the display; on a PC you will not find the difference, or it will be minimal.

The front camera has a resolution of 5 megapixels, and light sensitivity has been slightly increased. The screen itself can act as a flash. It is possible to improve complexion, remove artifacts on the skin, and at the same time correct facial geometry. Girls will definitely like these facial enhancements.

Sample photos

I think that the photographs speak for themselves; in terms of camera quality, the Note 7 is in no way inferior to the best solutions on the market, and in many ways surpasses them.

USB, Bluetooth, communication capabilities

Version Bluetooth 4.2, it was created for the Internet of Things and works great with various sensors. Otherwise, there are no significant changes; new profiles have appeared and power consumption has improved. Let me remind you that there are some interesting things in the new standard.

Firstly, this is an extended range, which can reach several tens of meters, depending on the device settings and how the manufacturer configured this option. Secondly, the IP protocol is used for addressing, that is, devices now have their own unique addresses and communication with many such devices is supported.

From technical points, the interaction between Bluetooth and LTE has been improved; now the operation of these technologies is synchronized within one device, and mutual interference is not created (LTE is not relevant for our frequencies). Plus, Bluetooth devices can now access the cloud and transmit their results directly, bypassing the companion device, as was previously necessary.

USB connection. USB 3.1 is used here.

WiFi. The 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac standard is supported, the operation wizard is similar to that for Bluetooth. You can remember selected networks and automatically connect to them. It is possible to set up a connection to the router in one touch; to do this, you need to press a key on the router, and also activate a similar button in the device menu (WPA SecureEasySetup). Among the additional options, it is worth noting the setup wizard; it appears when the signal is weak or disappearing. You can also set up Wi-Fi on a schedule.

802.11n supports HT40 mode, allowing you to double your Wi-Fi throughput (requires support from another device).

Wi-Fi Direct. A protocol that is intended to replace Bluetooth or begin to compete with its third version (which also uses Wi-Fi version n to transfer large files). In the Wi-Fi settings menu, select the Wi-Fi Direct section, the phone begins to search for devices around. We select the desired device, activate the connection on it, and voila. Now in the file manager you can view files on another device, as well as transfer them. Another option is to simply find devices connected to your router and transfer the necessary files to them; this can be done from the gallery or other sections of the phone. The main thing is that the device supports Wi-Fi Direct.

Wi-Fi repeater. Usually, when you turn on an access point on your phone, it immediately turns off Wi-Fi; you cannot use both at the same time. Here, as in the S7/S7 EDGE, it is possible to distribute your Wi-Fi to other devices, look at this in the video.

NFC. The device has NFC technology, it can be used with various additional applications.

S Beam. A technology that allows you to transfer a file of several gigabytes in size to another phone in a few minutes. In fact, we see in S Beam a combination of two technologies - NFC and Wi-Fi Direct. The first technology is used to bring up and authorize phones, but the second is used to transfer the files themselves. The creatively redesigned way to use Wi-Fi Direct is much simpler than sharing a connection on two devices, selecting files, and so on.

Grace UI and Note 7 interface features

Starting with Note 7, Samsung switches to an updated Android interface, called Grace UI. The ideology remains the same - to provide the simplest and easiest interface possible, which will be similar to regular Android on the one hand, but will provide many improvements on the other hand. Unlike the previous year, many of the changes are directly related to the hardware capabilities of the devices, which makes them interesting. Let's take a closer look at what has changed, what the system looks like and what it allows the user to do.

Main screen, curtain and settings

At first glance, nothing has changed except for the rendering of icons, the drop-down curtain and other small elements. Many people perceive these changes as cosmetic, although they are not, and they are more serious in nature.

The first thing that catches your eye in the settings menu is the delicacy of the fonts and the larger amount of information that fits on the screen. If in the previous version of the interface large, bright icons were considered simplicity, then here functionality and the ability to show more information were put at the forefront. Those who advocate simplicity will be unhappy, but in fact this approach is more convenient; you don’t need to scroll through screens to open the necessary menu items.

At the top of the list we put “connections”; in this section you can manage all the wireless interfaces of the phone, for example, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, NFC. If previously it was possible to set the visibility of a device to others only when one or another function was activated, now there is a general switch, you can activate it, and then the smartphone will always be visible in searches. Please note that switches become the main element in the list, and tooltips also appear that describe each menu item. This is very convenient and makes working with the phone easier.

Among the features of the device, I would like to note the combined downloading of large files via both a cellular network (LTE) and Wi-Fi. The file is split into parts and loading is faster. You can also find MirrorLink here, where you can cast your phone's screen to other devices.

When using two SIM cards, you have the opportunity to choose the main one for calls and also which card the Internet will be used from. On the other hand, when making calls you can select the card from which you are calling, the interface is very simple and clear.

In the Sounds section, you set up vibrations and ringtones for various events. There are also sound effects and equalizers, they work for any application on the phone. That is, you can customize everything as much as possible for yourself.

In the “Notifications” section, you select programs that can update their statuses in the curtain or send messages about events; you can immediately turn them on or off, and customize their behavior.

The “Display” section allows you to select the screen operation mode, this is the color scheme, which is adjusted according to four options, night reading mode, when the blue color changes so that your eyes don’t get tired. Traditionally, you can select the font size, its style for system menus, and also download new fonts. There are settings for a curved screen.

Icon frames, main menu presentation, and much more can be customized here. In practice, most of the settings are carried out once, and many do not even change anything, since everything suits them.

It is worth paying attention to the fact that you cannot take screenshots in the “Themes and Wallpaper” section, now there is such a security policy. The company is trying to protect the developers of this content. You can install both themes and separate icon sets for all applications, which allows you to change the look of your phone as you please.

Watch the video about Grace UI, which discusses in detail all the features of the updated interface.

Gaming component, Vulkan API

At the presentation of Note 7, special attention was paid to the gaming component and they repeated, like a mantra, the words about the Vulkan API, which improves graphics in toys. Since the S7/S7 EDGE demo, Need for Speed: No Limits, Vainglory has been used to reinforce these words. This game demonstrates the difference in graphics from the regular version. Unfortunately, we can stop at this game; at the moment, game developers have not yet created their masterpieces for the cross-platform Vulkan engine, this will take time. By the time such games appear, and this will take a year or two, or even three, there will be no need for a phone. Therefore, it is impossible to consider the Vulkan API as a certain advantage, it does not exist or it exists only on paper. In real life, you gain nothing from the fact that this API is supported.

Samsung Cloud – cloud storage from the company

Let me remind you that along with Note 7, the Samsung Cloud service was born, you are given 15 GB in the cloud, and photos, videos, contacts and SMS are automatically uploaded there, everything is synchronized between your different devices. You can choose to sync over Wi-Fi only. Unfortunately, there is no client for the web; you can only view photos from supported devices. Firmware has recently been released for S7/S7 EDGE with support for the updated gallery and thus Samsung Cloud.

After the files are downloaded, for some reason they are shown in the gallery albums at the very beginning, sometimes they start to double. Crooked and crooked again. I had to go to the file manager and simply transfer the downloaded files to another location in order to save them.

Another point that caught my attention. When you upload your photos to the cloud, their quality deteriorates, but this is not shown to you. That is, in the information they show you that the photo file weighs 4 MB, in reality it can be half that size! This is a compressed copy that has the full version on the server, but this is not shown or warned to you. If you have an Internet connection and for a small number of pictures this is not a problem, they are quickly downloaded from the cloud, and it seems that they are on your device as they were originally. But when there are a lot of photos, there is a long wait.

As much as I like the idea of ​​a cloud service, I don’t like the implementation of Samsung Cloud; at the moment it is very crooked, poorly described at the level of ideology and what happens to files, and is clearly inferior to solutions from other companies. The only plus is the initial integration into the phone software. Having inquired about the plans for the development of this service, I heard a lot of interesting things, they know about the errors and plan to gradually correct them, but no one knows how quickly this will happen.

Impression

In terms of speaker volume, the Samsung Galaxy Note 7 is on par with the S7/S7 EDGE, there is only one speaker and it is located at the end - it is very clear and loud, the device is clearly audible in different conditions. We can say that the sound is one of the loudest and most pleasant devices from the company. The vibration alert is average in strength, there are no achievements here. The quality of speech transmission during a conversation in different conditions is excellent; in difficult areas where the signal is weak, the device copes well with this, there is a noticeable improvement in this parameter compared to the S7 EDGE.

Samsung has created a flagship for the phablet market, and as such, Note 7 is one of the best devices. The previous generation Note 5 put many off due to the lack of memory cards and, to a lesser extent, the non-separable case. In the current Note 7, memory cards have returned, which means people have switched from previous models, for example, Note 3/4, to this device. To a lesser extent, they will switch from Note 5, since the model is still relevant and its users will obviously wait for a reduction in prices for Note 7, and will not buy it at the start of sales.

There are actually two devices on the market that can and should be compared, these are the iPhone 7 Plus and Note 7. They are very similar in form factor, metal chassis design and selected body materials. A comparison of the two flagships deserves a separate, large material, so I’ll focus here on the advantages of the iPhone 7 Plus that can attract consumers:

• A new two-camera system, which in theory improves pictures (which needs to be tested in practice, but in advertising it sounds very cool, we’ll have to see how it turns out in reality);
• Design, image component of the iPhone.

Among the relative disadvantages is the lack of a 3.5 mm jack in the iPhone, the need to buy adapters if you want to listen to music and charge the phone at the same time. I am sure that such people will be a minority - those who feel the need for this.

Traditionally, the Note line has an advantage over all in having the S Pen. If you understand how to use this pen, then you have the greatest opportunities for both creativity and work. She's comfortable. Another thing is that many people do not need it due to the absence of such a need. Therefore, realistically assess how important this factor is to you.

Both devices are protected from water (IP68 in Note, IP67 in iPhone), the Note's display is noticeably better for different situations, but the iPhone also has an excellent matrix, which looks no worse indoors, gives a comparable picture, which is, of course, subjective, and someone may disagree with this. For me, the lack of fast charging in the iPhone is critical; it ties my hands. As well as the lack of wireless charging, which can be convenient in different situations. To some extent, the iPhone acts as a catch-up to the Galaxy/Note line, adopting many of the features of these devices, which is normal. If you go over the top without going into details, you will get, plus or minus, the same impressions from these two devices, but digging into the details, you can find out a lot of interesting things. This includes the number of branded accessories for each model, and other aspects. Everyone will choose based on their preferences, I like the Note line, since in practice it has been proven from previous generations that the camera is better in most situations, all settings and capabilities are more flexible, there is more memory out of the box and there are memory cards that give you unlimited space . In a word, this is an eternal struggle between different approaches, I choose freedom in everything, in particular, I don’t need a computer at all to work with Note, as well as with any other Android smartphone.

With a price of 68 thousand for the iPhone 7 Plus and 65 thousand for the Note 7, they can be considered the same in this aspect. Complete equality of price and price segment. The first sales of the iPhone 7 Plus will begin on September 23, but the device will be widely available on shelves in mid-October; the Note 7 will be relaunched after the sales halt at approximately the same time. All indications are that both models will sell in comparable volumes in the first quarter of sales, and then, as in the past, the Note line will go up. Unfortunately, all of Apple's Plus models are not in great demand, this has been the case in the past, and there is no indication that this year will change anything.

In the Samsung line, the direct competitor to the Note 7 is the S7 EDGE, released six months ago. The price of this model is 60 thousand rubles (official retail), on the gray market - 48-50 thousand rubles. Almost the same filling, a screen with more rounded edges, a slightly more compact body. The screen is excellent, but inferior to Note 7, the camera is not so different, they are of the same level. Memory capacity in S7 Edge is only 32 GB versus 64 GB in Note 7.

Many, not considering the S Pen important for themselves and choosing a slightly smaller size, after the announcement of Note 7, began to purchase the S7 EDGE, finding it more convenient. As a user of both smartphones, I can say that at first glance this is so. But in reality, the Note 7 is more convenient for me, the grip is better, the screen is not much, but larger, and at the same time it behaves much better in the sun and outdoors. The operating time is approximately comparable, if you do not use any tricks and settings, but use it head-on. If you set up your phone correctly, you will save about 15-20% on the Note 7, but is this necessary? I don't think it's necessary.

People often compare flagships with Chinese ones at two or even three times less price. Don’t deceive yourself, each product has its own price, and even when buying a famous Chinese product, you always do not get this or that opportunity. You choose a worse screen, lack of the same protection against water and much more. There are two top devices on the market today – iPhone 7 Plus and Note 7, you can and should choose from them. Models from other companies lag behind them in many characteristics, and most importantly, in terms of perception, they have little image.

At the end of the review, it is simply necessary to make a remark about flammable batteries, despite the fact that we talked about this above. Since the beginning of October, Note 7 with a different battery design has been going on sale all over the world, so you can safely buy them, they have different markings, and later I will post the corresponding photos here. Is it worth buying the device now? In principle, this can be done if you find where to buy it, since Samsung has suspended sales worldwide. But you definitely shouldn’t take risks and buy devices from the USA, as well as Asia. The media story around the “explosions” is greatly exaggerated and largely distorts the real state of affairs. I’m not sure that rushing to choose a flagship is beneficial; it’s better to wait for the new wave of Note 7 to appear and take the device from there. At the moment, I've been using the Note 7 for more than a month and I can say that this is my main device. The device turned out to be very polished, working well and balanced. However, this can be understood from the review.

 

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