The screen of the Galaxy S3 is more accurate than the iPhone 5S and 5C iPhone

A new study shows that the touch screen of the Samsung Galaxy S3 is much more precise than the iPhone 5S or 5C Apple iPhone. It should be noted that the iPhone 5S and 5C iPhone were announced last September, while the Galaxy S3 has been marketed since last year.

For some, it is a point that does not matter, while for other consumers who are looking for absolute satisfaction, that has a great interest. In any case, this is what prompted the testers at OptoFidelity (a Finnish company that specializes in test and measurement automation, especially in machine vision and digital imaging systems, including touch screens ) to compare the two units.

Therefore OptoFidelity tested the performance of the touch screen of the Galaxy S3, the iPhone 5S and the iPhone 5C via a robot arm touching the screen on various specific issues. The results showed that the new Apple smartphone will come out just after the test, stating inter alia that the sides and top of the screen is less responsive to touches. For its part, the Galaxy S3 was doing pretty well, because the result was similar whether in the center or at the ends of the screen. Thus, typing on the virtual keyboard is much more accurate on the Samsung device either in portrait or landscape mode, unlike the new Apple devices.

In any case, we can say that Apple has a way to go to be as responsive as a Samsung screen. However, it is curious qu'OptoFidelity had not compared the new iPhone with the most recent South Korean firm device like the Galaxy S4 or Galaxy Note 3 among others. Perhaps to show that Apple has a delay on Samsung at this level? Because if Apple is late with its new products against former Smartphones of its competitors, you wonder what it is with the latest smartphones released by Samsung for example.

Applications NPC Galaxy Note 3 are available for the Galaxy S4

The Samsung Galaxy Note 3 embeds several applications that are related to the default overlay TouchWizz, so that you can also be found on the latest products from the Korean company, like the Galaxy S4 for example. But that does not mean that the Galaxy Note 3 does not have exclusive features. Speaking of exclusivity, hide the developers at XDA have managed to extract some features related to the implementation of the camera of the Galaxy Note 3 to install on a Galaxy S4.

For example, we observed the functioning of Panorama 360 mode, a mode that is similar to the photosphere available on the stock Android 4.2 Jelly Bean deouis. However, the developer indicates that as these applications are designed to work with version 4.3 Jelly Bean with the latest Samsung overlay, it could be that they have some bugs in version 4.2.2. Moreover, he also said that it is better not to flash the new features on anyone running this version which ROM.

Anyway, if you are disappointed not to have found these features on your Galaxy S4 after it has been updated to Android 4.3, you can install them by going to the forum XDA developers to find different instructions and download files.

It should be noted that if the 360 panorama mode does not work after flashing, you can copy this file in the / system / framework /. Do not forget to give us your opinion via the comments.

Getting Started Samsung Galaxy Round

After the launch of the Galaxy Round Korea, it took only a few days for the curved Samsung Smartphone is available in Hong Kong at a price of 620 euros. Moreover Tofu-Keitai is one of the few stores to offer the device (if you want to have one, you know where you have to watch ...). Therefore, this store has just lucky to make a brief takeover of the device to share their feelings, and Engadget is one of those testers.

I remind you that the Galaxy Round takes more or less the same features as the Galaxy Note 3 both in design at the level of specifications. Indeed, the design of the Galaxy Round looks like a Galaxy Note 3 that was accidentally left in a microwave oven. Face the front of the terminal is bent while the back still has a plastic shell with a textured faux leather. What differentiates the Galaxy Note Galaxy Round 3 is probably the battery capacity is a bit less than the Galaxy Note 3.

Otherwise, we always discover a 800 quad-core Snapdragon Qualcomm processor that is clocked at 2.3 GHz, 3GB RAM and an internal memory of 32 GB or 64 GB which is expandable via micro SD card.

While the curved shape of the screen does not seem to be very practical, one can notice that the navigation in the user interface is not affected. Indeed, we see that the outer curve with our thumb to reach the other end of the screen when your smartphone is used with one hand. Moreover, contrary to expectations, the Galaxy Round will slip into a back pocket of trousers.

Also, the tester at Engadget also appreciated the "Roll Effect" that displays on the screen time and important notifications when rocking the Galaxy Round on one side while the latter is placed on a surface plane.

The fact that the Galaxy Round is distributed in limited quantities will no doubt Samsung sound the ground to improve the use of the flexible screen in any new generations of flexible smartphones. And who knows, maybe in the form of combining Galaxy Round and LG G Flex, we will later Smartphone into a bowl?

Update: Major concerns battery for Galaxy S4?

The Galaxy S4 , in addition to displaying sales figures deca those desired bySamsung , is plagued by serious concerns battery .

Update: France Samsung just contacted us to tell us that the owners of a copy ofGalaxy S4 defective must directly contact the service by the manufacturer, and not go to a Samsung center (this approach for Germany). To do, go here .

Some users of the Samsung Galaxy S4 complain effect of battery problems. Sometimes these will display a paltry autonomy. In other cases, more serious this time, some batteries have "inflated" substantially, clearly pointing to a degree of danger.

Fortunately, Samsung has already noted this problem, and said in a press release:

"We are aware of this problem, which affected a limited number of users. [...] We urge all those affected by this desire to visit their nearest Samsung center, where they can receive a free replacement battery. We remain committed to deliver the best user experience for our customers. "

Obviously, almost 30% of users Galaxy S4 would potentially affected by this concern. This, it must be said, has nothing to do with an isolated problem.

The Galaxy S5 look at you (perhaps) in the eye!

While the next Mobile World Congress to be held from February 24 to 27, 2014 in Barcelona, ​​the first rumors about the big announcements of the event are already known. Including one on the Galaxy S5 .

Moreover, for the moment, they only concern the future Samsung Galaxy S5, especially its user identification system.

If new models of iPhone and HTC integrate fingerprint recognition, the S5 Korean group should pick a technology to scan iris recognition.

No official source has not come yet to confirm this rumor launched by AndroidSAS, but the battle between the mobile players would necessarily push Samsung renchérir deal with recent initiatives by competitors. Open eye to sort fact from fiction

A plastic frame and a shell faux leather for Samsung Galaxy S5?

Warning, this is a rumor , it is therefore essential to take the information that follows with tweezers , tweezers that the big white whale would use if they had arms and hands . Needless to cry foul or the misinformation.

In the past by forcing far, Samsung has been criticism by some users on the choice of certain materials to accompany its range of smartphones Galaxy, unlike some of its competitors who do not hesitant to use materials more 'Premium "as metal or glass.Come immediately in mind the HTC One and the Sony Xperia Z, of course. The latest generations of iphone also, why not.

A previous rumored that Samsung uses a metal frame to the next Galaxy S5. A new rumor comes to surface and announced that the Korean manufacturer would continue to use a plastic frame but would use a rear hull resume a faux leather texture. Given the choice of materials of Samsung in the past (we keep the score 3 to mind), it is plausible.

This is not the plastic that prevents the Galaxy S line to meet a huge success. It would be a surprising side as Samsung starts all of a sudden a change habits. Especially the plastic is cheaper than metal. Why deprive save?

Other rumors see a team Exynos chip 64-bit and an announcement planned for January 2014, possibly at CES (Consumer Electronic Show) retinal sensor on a device.

To be taken with a grain of salt, we remind you.

Test: Samsung Galaxy Note 3, bigger is ...

Samsung pulled off a coup by imposing the format of its Galaxy Note and it would have been a shame not to continue the momentum. After Note 2 to the obvious success, Note 3 is called in the game. But is it at its peers and competitors?

What is it?

A phone! Yes, we do not lack humor. But it is especially a great phone screen, running Android 4.3 and features the Samsung Touch Wiz overlay. It has a Super AMOLED 5.7 "1080p which amounts to a definition of 386 pixels per inch. Adds a built-in stylus (oops, sorry, "S Pen"), to scribble to outdo.

While the Galaxy Note 2 brought some major improvements vis-à-vis the Galaxy Note 1 in terms of speed and ergonomics, the Galaxy Mega was making a huge step backwards. The Galaxy Note 3 seeks to transcend both. And usually it gets there.

Design

"Oh my god! "The response to this phablet is perhaps excessive chouilla but legitimate.Samsung has managed to make a phone without it sticking a foul plastic back shell. The back of Note 3 is covered by a leather case. Besides, it looks like leather and it smells like (enough to fool a lot of people).

On the front of Note 3, there is a beautiful display surrounded by a little invasive and aesthetic context. The terminal retains its central and its acolytes always physical button, the two capacitive buttons back and menu.

The S Pen fits easily into the bottom of the phone and is discreet! In addition, there is a speaker and finally a 13-megapixel camera.

We loved it!

Note 3 shows the high performance, thanks to its 800 Snapdragon processor clocked at 2.3 GHz. And because it's probably not enough, he has also acquired 3 GB of RAM and a storage capacity of 16 GB or 32 GB expandable. Ie the Note 3 is extremely swift.Applications open quickly and pass from one to another without a hitch. From a user perspective, the rating 3 performs almost flawlessly, and torque processor quad-core/RAM wonders. Anyone who is a fan of power will be delighted with the fluidity granted. Its dimensions being what they are (151.2 x 79.2 x 8.3 mm), Note 3 stands out as an ideal device for games, doodles, video or navigation.

Moreover, it is not incorrect to say that Samsung and screens, it is a love story that lasts, and it is not 3 Note that exception to the rule. Its screen is really nice, especially for viewing photos. It offers these perfect black that we love so much on AMOLED screens.Note also that as compared to the Note 2, Note 3 the really offers a more qualitative slab, it's a nice change that should be noted.

Besides that, it says, the back of this phone is fantastic! This is something we have never said a Samsung phone. The leather finish is good, does not retain fingerprints and offers a great quality of grip, safe and enjoyable. The back shell is more removable, which allows access to the battery or to integrate a microSD card to expand the native memory.

On the issue of software, we enjoyed finding a comprehensive update of software dedicated S Pen (stylus). It is an undeniable asset rating of 3 compared to the competition.While it was possible to copy the size of toy, but not the quality of his pen. Defects such as writing engine are corrected and greatly improved. More precise, this stylus will please fans of scribbling. A very simple example of the possibilities offered by the big screen / stylus combo: if you notice a lot of information about a contact in a note and you want to dial a phone number, you simply enclose and click "Link to Action"> "call."

Now turn to the perennial debate of autonomy. Here equips the Samsung Note 3 a battery of 3200mAh. Result: the battery life is more than adequate, and the smartphone will hold more than one without the box recharge day, being optimized. Even being pushed to its limits (Note 3 use as a modem for a few hours), it will keep you company until evening. Try a little do the same with iphone 5/5S and just get back to us!

The 13 megapixel rear camera fitted to the Note 3 is excellent, especially in direct sunlight.Photos and videos are of good quality, and highlight a beautiful color and a decent depth of field. Do not spoil the camera application integrated photo at phablet is complete.General public, it obviously does not offer many opportunities for settings that NokiaLumia last generation, but still: there is plenty to do here very pretty pictures.

Last point: Note 3 is currently one of two devices that works with the Galaxy Gear, watch connected Samsung makes both debate!

We liked least ...

The Note 3 may well be overkill, the Samsung Touch Wiz overlay applied to Android is relatively heavy. Admittedly, this smartphone is fast, but it would have been even much more. Nevertheless, TouchWiz has been optimized, which is not a luxury. It is still confusing and burdensome. Needless to say, we have the wrong overlay, and apart from the HTC Sense solution, few are those who find it through our eyes. Overlays, rhyme, in our opinion, too often with pollution OS bugs repeatedly, inconsistencies and updates.That said, if the TouchWiz has made progress, it is still requires an adjustment period for anyone who has ever practiced. Not everyone will agree, but still lacks Note 3 widgets, and compared to a HTC, you will soon feel frustrated.

Samsung has also borrowed some ideas to its competitors, My Magazine is none other than the HTC BlinkFeed but less complete. It is an application that tries to expose your life in a visually appealing way (information, networks, RSS ...). In the end, it remains somewhat functional.

The audio quality is also slightly disappointing on this phone, which is a shame. Despite its appearance tablet , it's still supposed to be able to receive and make phone calls. The external speaker also lacks punch. In short, in terms of sound quality, it is not a panacea, but it is at least possible to improve this through manual settings available. We say that this is a smartphone, not a stereo and the result is quite audible.

The rating also takes three controls without contact Moto X. This allows you to wake up your phone and make him "do things" without even lay a finger on the screen. A gadget, so not fundamentally necessary. Also, in theory, the S Voice can do virtually anything thatgoogle Now performs in practice it does not work as well. It's awkward, and not as smart as Now or Siri!

And then I buy?

Until the phone is in your hands, the debate about whether it is too big will never end. It is subjective. For example, your obligation has small hands (ok, ok, lowercase ...) and yet swear by the good-sized screens.

Do you really like big phones? So yes! This is the best phone you can find on Android now.You hate the giant phones? So no, you should not buy (because you will drop it on the floor and cry). But it's like to propose an Apple fanboy to be persuaded by the Android that does not make sense, it is a false debate.

In short, apart from the price (about 650 € depending on the offers), you just have to omit the gravitational pull of the Galaxy Mega and if you want a giant phone, darken the Note 3 and pen (uh , Pen S).