The Samsung Galaxy S9 and S9+ fuel new discoveries with Super Slow-mo video, best-in-class low light camera and AR Emoji for a more personalized way to express yourself
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I can’t keep up with the advances of mobile phone technology. Samsung is going to release the Galaxy S9 and S9+ which promises to deliver an enhanced entertainment experience with powerful stereo speakers tuned by AKG, surround sound supported by Dolby Atmos and a refined edge-to-edge Infinity Display – a key staple in Samsung’s design heritage. That’s a lot to take in. The thing is the Galaxy S9 and S9+ will come with the new SmartThings app, which unites Samsung’s existing IoT services into one single, smart experience.
What can we look forward with the Galaxy S9 and S9+?
Let me share the features that Samsung shared with me. I have yet to get hold of a review unit but I will keep you updated on this.
- The cameras are built with a Super Speed Dual Pixel sensor with dedicated processing power and memory that can combine up to 12 frames into one amazing shot for the highest photo quality possible. The Galaxy S9 and S9+’s camera features include:
- The slow-motion video captures 960 frames per second. The Galaxy S9 and S9+ also offers automatic Motion Detection, an intelligent feature that detects movement in the frame and automatically begins to record – all users have to do is set up the shot. After capturing the Super Slow-mo video, users can select background music from 35 different options or add a tune from their favorite playlist. Users can also easily create, edit and share GIF files with a simple tap in three playful styles of looping to watch the action over and over.
- Good lighting is the secret to any great photo. But often, photos are taken in less-than-ideal lighting conditions and most smartphone cameras have a fixed aperture that can’t adjust to low or bright lighting environments resulting in grainy or washed out pictures. Similar to the way the iris of a human eye expands and contracts, Samsung’s Dual Aperture[1] (F1.5 – F2.4) automatically lets in more light when it’s dark and less light when it’s too bright, taking photos that are crisp and clear anytime, anywhere.
- Creating an emoji that looks, sounds and acts just like them. AR Emoji uses a data-based machine learning algorithm, which analyzes a 2D image of the user and maps out more than 100 facial features to create a 3D model that reflects and imitates expressions, like winks and nods, for true personalization. AR Emoji shares your real-life feelings not only in video but also with a range of stickers in uses a standard AGIF file format so users can share their emojis across most third-party messaging platforms.
- Samsung’s intelligence platform, integrated into the camera, uses augmented reality and deep learning technologies to provide helpful information about a user’s surroundings.[2] With real-time object detection and recognition, Bixby instantly generates information directly on top of the image that the camera is pointing at. Users can translate foreign languages and currency in real time with Live Translation, learn about their surroundings.
6. The Galaxy S9 and S9+ audio experience is complemented by Samsung’s Infinity Display. First introduced on the Galaxy S8, the bold, bright Super AMOLED Infinity Display blends right into the phone with virtually no distracting bezels. With adaptive contrast enhancement, users can use their device even in direct sunlight.
7. With DeX Pad, a new docking system, users can easily connect the Galaxy S9 and S9+ to a larger monitor, keyboard and mouse to expand the mobile experience with enhanced document editing or even full-screen gaming.[3] Users can also transform the Galaxy S9 and S9+ into a Touch Keyboard[4] and Touch Pad with the DeX Pad.[5]
8. The devices now support expandable memory of up to 400GB and are equipped with the latest premium application processors offering powerful performance and sophisticated image processing.
9. The phone is protected by Knox 3.1, Samsung’s latest defense-grade security platform. The Galaxy S9 and S9+ support three different biometric authentication options – iris, fingerprint, and facial recognition – so users can choose the best way to protect their device and applications. The devices support Intelligent Scan, a new verification that intelligently uses the collective strength of iris scanning and facial recognition technology to quickly and conveniently unlock a user’s phone in any environment. The Galaxy S9 and S9+ also introduce Dedicated Fingerprint, giving users the option to use a different fingerprint to access Secure Folder than the one used to unlock the phone.
10. Health is taken to the next level with an improved optical sensor built directly into the device, providing richer, more accurate information on user’s health status. This sensor allows the Galaxy S9 and S9+ to keep track of users’ Heart Load Factor, a new measurement of the real-time demand placed on your heart.
To know more about the newest Samsung Galaxy S9 and S9+, visit samsung.com.ph or visit our Facebook page, facebook.com/SamsungPH .
The Galaxy S9 and S9+ will be available starting in March 16, 2018 and will be offered in Midnight Black, Coral Blue, and a new hue, Lilac Purple.
Here are the specifications of the Galaxy S9 and S9+
GALAXY S9 |
|
Display |
5.8“ (18.5:9) |
2960×1440 WQHD+ (570 ppi) | |
Super AMOLED | |
Rear Camera |
12 MP F1.5 – F2.4 (dual aperture) |
1.4 um pixels | |
AF: Dual Pixel | |
OIS |
|
Front Camera |
8 MP F1.7 |
Auto Focus | |
Water & Dust Resistance |
IP68 (1.5 m & 30 min) |
Security | Intelligent Scan (Iris + Face), Fingerprint Scanner |
Processor |
Octa-core Snapdragon 845 |
Octa-core Exynos 9810 | |
Internal Storage |
64 GB |
microSD |
up to 400 GB |
RAM |
4 GB |
Battery |
3000 mAh (fixed) |
Charging |
USB Type-C |
Wireless Charging | |
Special Interface | DeX (w/ Dock) |
Video Enhancement |
Mobile HDR, Video Enhancer |
Audio Enhancement |
Stereo Speakers tuned by AKG,
Dolby Atmos, 32bit/384K, DSD support |
Headphone Jack | |
Dimensions |
147.7 x 68.7 x 8.5 mm |
Weight |
163 g |
GALAXY S9+ |
|
Display |
6.2“ (18.5:9) |
2960×1440 WQHD+ (529 ppi) | |
Super AMOLED | |
Rear Camera |
12 MP F1.5 – F2.4 (dual aperture) +
12 MP F2.4 (2x Zoom) |
1.4 um pixels (Wide-angle lens) | |
AF: Dual Pixel
(Wide-angle lens) |
|
Dual OIS |
|
Front Camera |
8 MP F1.7 |
Auto Focus | |
Water & Dust Resistance |
IP68 (1.5 m & 30 min) |
Security | Intelligent Scan (Iris + Face), Fingerprint Scanner |
Processor |
Octa-core Snapdragon 845 |
Octa-core Exynos 9810 | |
Internal Storage |
64 GB / 128GB / 256GB |
microSD |
up to 400 GB |
RAM |
6 GB |
Battery |
3500 mAh (fixed) |
Charging |
USB Type-C |
Wireless Charging | |
Special Interface | DeX (w/ Dock) |
Video Enhancement |
Mobile HDR, Video Enhancer |
Audio Enhancement |
Stereo Speakers tuned by AKG,
Dolby Atmos, 32bit/384K, DSD support |
Headphone Jack | |
Dimensions |
158.1 x 73.8. x 8.5 mm |
Weight |
189 g |
[1] The Dual Aperture supports F1.5 mode and F2.4 mode. Dual Aperture is installed on the rear camera (Galaxy S9) and rear wide-camera (Galaxy S9+)
[2] Bixby service ability may vary by country. Voice Command recognizes English (U.S.), Mandarin Chinese and Korean. Not all accents, dialects and expressions are recognized. Service ability may vary by country or carrier. Voice command works with a select, growing list of Samsung and third-party apps. See “Apps with Voice” in Bixby for a list of compatible apps.
[3] Available on select Samsung smartphones running Android 8.0+.
[4] Touch Keyboard function to be included in the upcoming software update.
[5] DeX Pad comes with HDMI cable, wall charger and data cable. Accessories including monitor sold separately. Use of original HDMI cable and charger included with DeX Pad is recommended. Dex Pad also supports Galaxy S8, S8+ and Note8.