/ 28 April 2015

Because some rules were meant to be broken

Because Some Rules Were Meant To Be Broken

Samsung’s revolutionary Galaxy S6 and Galaxy S6 edge are being described as the smartphone giant’s best phones yet. And that’s saying something, considering Samsung’s rise through the ranks to lead the smartphone market globally, thanks in part to the massive success of the Galaxy S4 and Galaxy S5. Just when it seemed the revolutionary designs, user interfaces and features of the Galaxy range could not be topped, Samsung has announced that its latest flagship handsets make the future of smartphones a reality today. The company says with the Galaxy S6 and Galaxy S6 edge that “next is now”.

The good news for South Africans is that the Galaxy S6 and the Galaxy S6 edge are available from Vodacom as contract and pre-paid options. Vodacom is also throwing in a free wireless charger and back cover with both models.

Samsung’s relentless quest to innovate and improve brings to the market revolutionary technology that addresses every wish smartphone users did not realise they even had: sleek, premium quality and style with sophisticated, aeroplane-grade aluminium trim; unique depth definition in a dynamically reflective screen that delivers vivid colours, dramatic contrast and unprecedented outdoor viewing; 10-minute charging capability and wireless charging features; instant-on intuitive front and rear cameras delivering exceptional clarity, and unique colour expression on the back.

Unveiled to critical acclaim at the Mobile World Congress in Barcelona last month, with the Galaxy S6 edge winning Handset of the Event, the two new models have already recorded over 20 million pre-orders, breaking all previous records.

Next level performance

The Samsung Galaxy S6 and Galaxy S6 edge deliver desktop-quality performance in your hand, thanks to a lightning-fast, 64-bit octa-core processor with the world’s first 14nm FinFET semiconductor used in a smartphone, featuring an enhanced GPU and LPDDR4 memory system.  

Next level display

The Galaxy S6 and Galaxy S6 edge 5.1” Quad HD Super AMOLED display delivers Samsung’s brightest, most vibrant colours and dramatic contrast ever.

Next level curves

The Samsung Galaxy S6 edge display, crafted from 2.5D Gorilla Glass 4, is thermoformed into an integrated dual curve screen — a world first — that provides better grip and a viewing experience akin to that delivered by a widescreen TV. The intuitive Edge glow feature tells you who is calling while the phone is face down, and allows you to check messages even when the screen is off; and the dim Night Clock Edge display allows you to set your alarm and see the time without having to power up the display.

Next level photography

Samsung’s Galaxy S6 and Galaxy S6 edge takes mobile photography to the next level with f1.9 lenses on both the 5MP front-facing wide angle “selfie camera” and 16MP rear-facing camera, which also feature Optical Image Stabilization (OIS), allowing for crystal-clear shots in extremely low light. Real-time HDR adds clarity and detail to photographs even in the lowest light, while the advanced Tracking AF capability keeps fast-moving subjects in focus for photos and video to ensure perfect shots and footage.

Next level super charging

Charging time on the Galaxy S6 and Galaxy S6 edge is now 1.5 times faster than that of the Galaxy S5: only 80 to 85 minutes should fully charge the battery. But for added convenience, Samsung also incorporates its revolutionary fast-charging feature, allowing a charge of just 10 minutes to power the Galaxy S6 for up to four hours. Samsung’s state-of-the-art built-in wireless charging technology, certified to both PMA and Qi standards, means charging ability is with you wherever you go.

Next level convergence

The Samsung Galaxy S6 or Galaxy S6 edge will automatically connect to nearby screens for wireless content sharing.

The 32GB Samsung Galaxy S6 and Galaxy S6 edge are available in South Africa in sophisticated White Pearl, Gold Platinum and Black Sapphire from Vodacom. For more details visit: vodacom.co.za/vodacom/shopping/samsungs6