Mobile World Congress this year was a hotbed for groundbreaking announcements, even more so from Korean giant Samsung on their project zero, a complete grounds up development of their flagship Galaxy S6. The result was a stunning device that was on a class of it own. Keeping everyone waiting for about a month Samsung Malaysia Electronics has finally announced the arrival of the highly anticipated Galaxy S6 and Galaxy S6 edge in Malaysia. Exquisitely designed and beautifully crafted from metal and glass, Samsung has once again showed incredible ability to produce this amazing device that will now set the standards for the Galaxy portfolio.
“Samsung’s relentless innovation offers what’s next in mobility today – the Samsung Galaxy S6 and S6 edge set the bar for design, craftsmanship and performance,” said Lee Sang Hoon, President of Samsung Malaysia Electronics. We are pleased to include Malaysia as one of the first few countries in Southeast Asia to witness the official arrival of two powerful smartphones with capabilities no other phone can match. With its reimagined design supported by robust partner network and novel services, consumers are given ultimate experience in a smartphone.”
Sexy Body
Crafted from metal and glass, the Galaxy S6 and Galaxy S6 edge blend purposeful design with powerful features. The Galaxy S6 edge, particularly, shows unique and outstanding beauty while also provides a solid grip and an immersive viewing experience with the world’s first curved display on both sides. Its glass body, made from the toughest glass to date, Corning Gorilla Glass 4, is available in an array of colorful jewel tones, including White Pearl, Black Sapphire, Gold Platinum, Blue Topaz (Galaxy S6 only) and Green Emerald (Galaxy S6 edge only) that sometime appear to be in a different tone. Attaining the curved edge on the S6 requires the glass to be heated up to 800 degrees celsius before it can be shaped that way. The metal frame is as rigid and offers sturdiness to the device, keeping the glass sides intact.
Best Camera In The Market
The Galaxy S6 and Galaxy S6 edge are equipped with an incredibly vivid, bright and fast front and rear camera. The f1.9 aperture and high resolution sensors on both front (5MP) and rear (16MP) cameras provide the most superior image quality in a smartphone, even in the dark. In addition, Auto Real-time High Dynamic Range (HDR), Smart Optical Image Stabilization (OIS) and IR Detect White Balance provide advanced light sensitivities and crisp camera solutions. Furthermore, a new “Quick Launch” feature gives users fast, direct access to the camera from any screen in just 0.7 seconds* by simply double clicking the home key button. Taking a stab at rival smartphones, VP for Mobile IT and Digital Solutions Lee Jui Siang demonstrated the superiority of GS6 camera and video quality against a particular brand that has taken billboard space all over town on its camera performance.
With fully embedded WPC and PMA certified wireless charging standard, the Galaxy S6 and Galaxy S6 edge is setting a new industry standard for universal wireless charging. The devices work with any wireless charging pad available in the market that supports WPC and PMA standards. They also sport incredibly fast wired charging, 1.5 times faster than the Galaxy S5, providing up to 4 hours of usage after only 10 minutes of charging.* Chargers are sold separately and not included in the box.
Under The Hood
The thin (6.8 mm/7.0mm edge) and lightweight (138g /132g edge) Galaxy S6 and Galaxy S6 edge integrate the most advanced, cutting-edge, Samsung core technology available today. The world’s first 14nm mobile processor with 64-bit platform, new LPDDR4 RAM and UFS 2.0 flash memory provide higher performance and enhanced memory speed with lower power consumption. Moreover, the world’s first 1440P/VP9 hardware based codec enables users to enjoy high resolution streaming video while also using less power. In addition, the 5.1-inch Quad HD Super AMOLED screen offers users the highest pixel density of 577ppi. Enhanced outdoor visibility with a brighter display (600cd/m).
KNOX Your Average Security
The Galaxy S6 and Galaxy S6 edge is built on the upgraded Samsung KNOX, end-to-end secure mobile platform, which offers defense-grade features and real-time protection from potential malicious attacks. These new devices are ready for immediate enterprise adoption, with market leading MDMs and KNOX enhancements enabled at launch to simplify and improve mobile device management. Additionally, the Find My Mobile feature secures lost devices and protects personal information through a number of services, including the all new remotely controlled “Reactivation lock.” With an enhanced touch-type fingerprint scanner, it also provides quick authentication and saves encrypted data in secure device storage.
Price And Availability
The Galaxy S6 and Galaxy S6 edge will be retailing at RM2,599 and RM3,099 (prices are inclusive of 6% GST) respectively and available in Malaysia from 17 April 2015 onwards with 32GB storage option. Choose from a beautiful range of colours such as the White Pearl, Black Sapphire, Gold Platinum, Blue Topaz (Galaxy S6 only) and Green Emerald (Galaxy S6 edge only). If you want to know what you’re gonna get for the price you can jump over to our unboxing video posted earlier.
Malaysians can pre-order their Galaxy S6 and Galaxy S6 edge from the 3rd to the 12th of April through the Samsung Malaysia webpage www.samsung.com/my. or from your favourite mobile operators. For those who pre order the Galaxy S6 and Galaxy S6 edge will receive a free wireless charger*.
Whats This There’s Some More?
Customers of the GS6 will also have the privilege of enjoying a special access to the VIP Hotline under the Samsung Smart Service. Apart from that owners can also take advantage of the onsite pick up and return service for those who are constantly on the go and cannot afford time wasted waiting in line. The Samsung Smart Service locations are available nationwide and offers a 24/7 Careline with professional call agents on standby to assist in any queries. Samsung owners can drop by any of the centers to have their smartphones check under the 7 service checkpoint to ensure their smartphones to continue running smoothly at an optimum level.
Stay tuned: PC.com will be posting the full review of the Galaxy S6 and Edge in coming days.
