The latest Samsung Galaxy smartphones are here! Dave Rees and I have each been lucky enough to score eval units of the S7 Edge and the Gear VR headset (we’ll post a separate review of the VR headset soon) from Verizon Wireless. After a couple weeks with these devices it’s time to let you know our thoughts. Are we ready to put our Nexus 6Ps in a drawer and plunk down cash on these shiny new phones? Keep reading to find out.
Dave: It has been nearly 6 months since I switched from my Galaxy Note 4 to the Nexus 6p. Getting the chance to put the S7 Edge through its paces is a good reminder of several features that are sadly missing from the 6p that I occasionally still long for. Plus getting to play with the latest and greatest tech is always a perk.
Hardware specifications
Processor: Qualcomm® Snapdragon™ 820 Quad Core processor (MSM8996, Quad-Core, 2.15GHz + 1.6GHz)
Operating System: Android Marshmallow (6.0.1)
Memory: 32GB on board memory + 4GB RAM
Network: CDMA 1X and EvDO Rev 0/RevA; LTE (Domestic) B13, B4, B2, B5; Global Network: LTE (Global) B3, B7, B20; GSM Quad B5, B8, B3, B2 (850/900/1800/1900Mhz) UMTS Quad B5, B8, B2, B1 (850, 900, 1900, 2100 MHz); TDS CDMA 34, 39 TDD LTE 38, 39, 40, CAT 4 / CAT 6 / (CAT 9 capable)
Display: 5.5” Quad HD, Super Amoled, 535 PPI
Camera rear): 12MP
Camera (front): 5MP
Wi-Fi, Bluetooth 4.2, NFC, Fingerprint sensor
Expandable Memory: Removable microSD up to 200GB (sold separately)
Headset: 3.5mm Audio Jack
Wireless charging capable
Battery: 3,600mAH, Non-removable
Dimensions: 5.94″ (H) x 2.85″ (W) x 0.30″ (D) inches
Weight: 5.94 oz
Operating System: Android Marshmallow (6.0.1)
Memory: 32GB on board memory + 4GB RAM
Network: CDMA 1X and EvDO Rev 0/RevA; LTE (Domestic) B13, B4, B2, B5; Global Network: LTE (Global) B3, B7, B20; GSM Quad B5, B8, B3, B2 (850/900/1800/1900Mhz) UMTS Quad B5, B8, B2, B1 (850, 900, 1900, 2100 MHz); TDS CDMA 34, 39 TDD LTE 38, 39, 40, CAT 4 / CAT 6 / (CAT 9 capable)
Display: 5.5” Quad HD, Super Amoled, 535 PPI
Camera rear): 12MP
Camera (front): 5MP
Wi-Fi, Bluetooth 4.2, NFC, Fingerprint sensor
Expandable Memory: Removable microSD up to 200GB (sold separately)
Headset: 3.5mm Audio Jack
Wireless charging capable
Battery: 3,600mAH, Non-removable
Dimensions: 5.94″ (H) x 2.85″ (W) x 0.30″ (D) inches
Weight: 5.94 oz
In the box
Samsung Galaxy S7 Edge
Pre-installed SIM Card (4FF)
SIM Removal tool
USB Cable
Quick Reference Guide
Pre-installed SIM Card (4FF)
SIM Removal tool
USB Cable
Quick Reference Guide
