The bigger, the better. Many people think so, and we think so too. For some people, a big screen smart phone may be uncomfortable. However, as display gets bigger, so does our viewing experience. Of course, viewing, playing, watching, working on a big screen always feels more satisfying than on a smaller screen. Therefore, Price Pony gives you a list of top 6 popular phablets with 6’’ screen.
Top 5 popular 6” phablets for your enjoyment
Nokia Lumia 1520
Released as a flagship, Nokia Lumia 1520, apart from its 6’’ display, has a lot to offer. Nokia Lumia 1520 camera is a 20MP Pureview sensor. Moreover, with 2GB RAM, quad core Qualcomm Snapdragon 800 and 32GB internal memory, Nokia Lumia 1520 specs can always win your heart. Moreover, Windows 10 will be available on this smart phone, so stay tuned when it becomes more and more appealing. Nokia 1520 Price in the Philippines is about 26k now.
Samsung Galaxy Mega 2
Recently Samsung seems to be more interested in making big devices, such as the rumoured 18.4’’ tablet. Maybe this follow the design of Samsung Galaxy Mega 2, which has 6’’ for its display. Samsung Galaxy Mega 2 specs are : Exynos 4415 quad core processor, 1.5GB RAM and 16GB internal storage. Since this is an affordable phone, we can only expect Samsung Galaxy Mega 2 camera to stay at 8MP / 2MP.
This lovely device from Huawei has a very nice balance for its specs. Huawei Ascend Mate 7 is powered by 3GB RAM and octa core HiSilicon Kirin 925. 32Gb internal storage is what you get.
A device from Google and Motorola, Google Nexus 6 display is 6’’ 2k resolution, hence the name. Nexus 6 is equipped with Qualcomm Snapdragon 805 quad core processor, 3GB Ram and 32/64Gb internal storage. Nexus 6 camera is 13MP, and its battery is 3220mAh.
Google Nexus 6 PH price is 22k for your enjoyment.
Sony Xperia C5 Ultra
The Ultra in its name gives us the hint of Sony Xperia C5 Ultra display. With its 6’’ screen, Sony Xperia C5 Ultra is more amazing with its camera specs. 13MP and led flash is what you get for Sony Xperia C5 Ultra camera.
Sony Xperia C5 Ultra specs also list octa core MediaTek MT6752, 2GB RAM, 16GB internal memory and 2930mAH battery.
Sony Xperia C5 Ultra price in the Philippines is not finalized yet but will be around 20k.
Display density and resolution are part of the criteria listed when one would go for a smart phone. Some time ago, we have published an article about HD, Full HD, QHD & UHD screens on our blog, to provide you some more information. More interestingly, the technology on display does not just stop at what we know, for a new kind of display is out. A brand new UHD display for a smart phone! That is the 4k display from Everdisplay, a manufacturer from mainland China.
Your latest LG G4 flagship handset is probably a 2k display now, but someday it will be 4k!
Everdisplay has just unveil their new 4k AMOLED display, which is the first in this world. As the manufacturer has stated that this display won’t be used on a TV, we can be sure that it will be sported on tablets and mobiles, or other portable devices.
Everdisplay 4k Amoled display is a 6’’ screen with the resolution of 3840 x 2160p, with the great pixel density of 734 ppi. This is a new record for an AMOLED display, since the last record was Samsung Galaxy S6 with 557 ppi.
The prototype made by Everdisplay is said to work fine, but this manufacturer does not state when this kind of 4k display will come into mass production. If this comes true, we will be having 4k smart phones soon, and for a very reasonable price also. However, some researchers and professionals say that this kind of display is more well suited for a virtual reality gear than smart phone. The reason behind this statement is that not many people can regconize the difference between a 4k display and a normal HD display.
This is not the first new 4k display, but it is the first on an AMOLED screen. Therefore, we can hope that this technology will be used widely soon.
The day to the actual unveiling of Samsung Galaxy Note 5 and Samsung Galaxy S6 Edge+ is coming near. Many websites and forums have updated every little detail about the new flagship Samsung Galaxy Note 5, and many people are very interested in this powerful beast. However, as the day comes near, Samsung leaks some information about its new tablet. It seems a new kind of Samsung tablet will be unveiled together with Samsung Galaxy Note 5 and Samsung Galaxy S6 Edge+.
After the release of Samsung Galaxy Tab S2, will this Samsung tablet be a new hot trend?
The tablet display is said to be a 18.4 inch screen, which is a very big size for a normal tablet. What will Samsung want to do with this product?
Though there are no picture of the tablet yet, many guess that Samsung will release it as an Edge tablet, according to the teaser. It seems Samsung will make something new for its tablet brand, further differentiate Samsung from the rest of the world. Whether this will work or not, this move from Samsung certainly caught many attention from technology lovers already.
Moreover, as the picture above has indicated, the new Samsung tablets will be destroyed after testing. Probably they does not want anything to leak yet. Imagine you carry a 18.4 inch tablet in hand and set it up on the couch to watch some 4k movie. What a new experience.
We will likely know more about this Samsung tablet soon
We will not know if this tablet will ever come to the market. However, as Samsung Galaxy Note 5 and Samsung Galaxy S6 Edge+ unveiling day will come soon, let us wait until that day to see if Samsung announces anything about this crazy Samsung tablet.
You can read more about Samsung Galaxy Tab S2 here, or take a look at some information about Samsung Galaxy Note 5 here.
Although Samsung have made their announcement about a Samsung Galaxy Note 5 and S6 Edge Plus official release in August, the dual are still too hot to be waiting for. Netizens and tech geeks still search on internet on a daily basis for further news about these upcoming beasts. Well, we would love to contribute some more to what you love to read. Here is the result of Samsung Galaxy Note 5 scores on Antutu benchmark.
Galaxy Note 5 scores on Antutu – more desirable than EVER
A great news for Samsung lovers! Antutu just unveiled that Samsung Galaxy Note 5 scores appeared on their benchmark with a very good result: 69,702 points to be exact. This is much higher than the currently hot device OnePlus Two, which scored 63,700.
This reminds us of the time in June when Antutu announced a list of top 10 performance smartphones of Q1 2015, with Samsung Galaxy S6 topped the list at 67,520 points. Putting the devices in comparison, it is quite obvious and convincing for us that, with all the Galaxy Note 5 Specswe know for now, the 69,702 Antutu points is totally expected.
Quick review of Samsung Galaxy Note 5 specs
Display: 5.7-inch (2560 x 1440, 515 ppi). 2K display
Chip: Exynos 7420 SoC (some other sources mentioned that it will be the new Exynos 7422 chipset, featuring CPU, GPU, RAM, and ROM in just one unit)
RAM: 4GB of LPDDR4
ROM: 32GB
Camera: 16MP rear and 5MP front
SIM: Dual SIM
OS: Android 5.1.1 Lollipop
Battery: 4,100 mAH (not finalized yet)
With 69,702 Antutu points the Galaxy Note 5 scores, it is very potential to compete with, and capable of beating many other flagships of this H2 2015 like the OnePlus Two.
Antutu also revealed Samsung Galaxy S6 edge Plus scores, which is 68,345. The device is said to be launched together with the Note 5 on August 13, 2015.
Galaxy Note 5: controversies and assurance
We now that the Note 5 is still left with many mysterious specs and controversies. For example, the rumors that the smartphone is coming with no SD card slot made it look more like an imitation to iPhone 6 Plus. And it has not been finalized whether Samsung will feature Exynos 7420 or 7422 for the Note 5. However, the high Antutu Benchmark result that Samsung Galaxy Note 5 scores is making us more excited than ever.
Let’s wait for some more to know about the Galaxy Note 5 Philippines pricing and availability.
Forgot your charger on a trip? You power bank is depleted? Oh and why does your smart phone only stay around 3 hours after your continuous gaming? The problem of smart phone battery life is always as hot as the battery and powers themselves. Moreover, always bringing a charger or power bank with you seems a hassle. Sometimes, you just wish you can charge your phone without them right? So recently, Qualcomm, the famous manufacturer of the Snapdragon chipsets, said that you could charge your phone wirelessly soon.
Qualcomm Technology, a subsidiary of Qualcomm Inc, announced that they have found their way to lack of power on your phones. Instead of having to plug in your phone every time the battery gets low, now you will just have to wirelessly charge it through the phone’s metal case. Qualcomm WiPower technology is the savior, and it seems many people will celebrate this new technology on their phone soon. Smart phone battery saver, here it is!
It supports wireless charging already, but your LG G4 battery can be fully charged faster!
The technology based on a wireless charging standard named Rezen, which many known smart phone manufacturers like Samsung, Microsoft, LG, Lenovo, … are members. The technology allows your smart phones, which have metal exteriors, to charge at full speed or faster than non-metal device or other wireless smart phone battery charging. Additionally, WiPower does not need your device to be in direct contact with the power source.
It seems that WiPower allow allow multiple charging at the same time. For example, your Nexus 7, Sony Xperia Z3 or your friend’s Meizu M2 Note can be charge on the same power source. No more worry about battery life lacking or smart phone battery charger. Just enjoy your trip, and enjoy using your phone.
Cameras on smart phones are more and more advanced, to the level that it could rival the best of those professional cameras. The resolution of a smart phone camera is always higher and higher as each year passes. Nokia 1020, for example, has the highest resolution for its camera – 41MP. The bar keeps getting raised for other smart phones as well. A few years ago, 13MP is some amazing thing, but right now 16MP could be considered a normal specs for smart phone camera.
Samsung Galaxy S5 camera can reduce the focus time on an animated object to 0.3 second
LG G Pro 2 can blur and sharpen an area on your photo with just a single tap
Not only that, many smart phones nowadays offer the option of 4k video recording, something even a professional camera has difficulties shooting. This also means that a range of professional DSLR cameras will not seem to be that much more amazing than the cameras built on high end smart phones.
4k video on a smart phone, for example taken by Sony Xperia Z3+ camera, can almost be as good as a DSLR
If we only look at video recording, a lot of smart phones are doing the job very well. The highest end one can even rival cheaper professional cameras. However, it is hard for smart phone camera to completely overpower professional ones, since the larger the sensor is, the better the image it produces. Professional cameras can be bigger,yes, but nobody would want a huge smart phone over them.
However, the situation is changing. Samsung announced a super thin smart phone camera module lately, and it means an even brighter future for smart phone camera. A super thin module means a smart phone does not have to be bigger to have higher quality cameras. It seems that the day when we choose a smart phone over a DSLR camera is very, very near. Who knows Samsung Galaxy Note 5 camera will be the first one to make you so?
After the OnePlus Two launch event two days ago, there are a lot of articles about its features, comparing it and other flagship smart phones of 2015, and many other topics. We even wrote two articles about Oneplus Two design and Oneplus Two top features. However, it seems the hot trend Oneplus Two created is not over yet. Having 4GB RAM, elegant body design, 13MP camera sure keep Oneplus Two on top of any websites’ hottest topics. Today, we bring you a closer look about how Oneplus Two will fare when it is placed next to another flagship, Samsung Galaxy Note 5.
Oneplus Two unveiled 2 days ago
Samsung Galaxy Note 5 is expected to launch on August 13
Oneplus Two vs Samsung Galaxy Note 5 specs
Oneplus Two
Samsung Galaxy Note 5
Dimensions
151.8 x 74.9 x 9.9 mm (5.98 x 2.95 x 0.39 in)
– to be confirmed
Weight
175 g
– to be confirmed
Size
5.5 inch, 1080 x 1920 pixels (~401 ppi pixel density)
Corning Gorilla Glass 4
5.7 inches, 1440 x 2560 pixels (~515 ppi pixel density)
Corning Gorilla Glass 4
13 MP, 4128 x 3096 pixels, autofocus, dual LED flashGeo-tagging, touch focus, face detection, panorama, HDR
16 MP, 5312 x 2988 pixels, optical image stabilization, autofocus, LED flash
Dual Shot, Simultaneous HD video and image recording, geo-tagging, touch focus, face/smile detection, panorama, HDR
Front: 5MP
Front: 5 MP
Battery
Non-removable Li-Po 3300 mAh battery
Non-removable Li-Po 4100 mAh battery
Oneplus Two vs Samsung Galaxy Note 5 Design
As we stated in the article here, Oneplus Two has a beautiful design. The metal frame around its body and stainless steel gives a more luxury touch and feeling to Oneplus Two design. On the other hand, Samsung Galaxy Note 5 also sports aluminum edges. Oneplus Two display is a 5.5 inch screen with the resolution of 1080 x 1920 pixels (~401 ppi pixel density), which is a bit smaller than that of Samsung Galaxy Note 5. On Note 5 screen, the resolution is a Quad HD :1440 x 2560 pixels (~515 ppi pixel density). It seems that Note 5 wins this display battle.
One of the many Galaxy Note 5 renders
Moreover, Corning Gorilla Glass 4 is on both devices. Android Lollipop is the base OS, with the TouchWiz UI on Samsung Galaxy Note 5 and Oxygen UI on Oneplus Two.
Oneplus Two vs Samsung Galaxy Note 5 Hardware
This is rather an amusing battle. If you look at the table above, Oneplus 2 specs shows that it sports a Snapdragon 810 octa core 1.8Ghz processor and 4GB, while Samsung Galaxy Note 5 shows that it will be equipped with Exynos 7422 and 4GB RAM. Both devices have large 4GB RAM, however, it seems that the new Exynos from Samsung will help the phone execute high speed performance. Therefore, this battle is almost a tie right now.
Talking about OnePlus 2 internal storage, it comes in 16GB and 64Gb variants. Meanwhile, Samsung Galaxy Note 5, in a tested version, seems to have a 32GB variant and another 64GB one. There is no microSD slot on Oneplus 2 though, while rumors say that Note 5 will support one.
Oneplus Two vs Samsung Galaxy Note 5 Camera
As cameras on smart phones get updated time after time, 13MP seems not very amazing for Oneplus Two camera. With Samsung Galaxy Note 5, the camera is 16MP main. However, with dual led flash, it seems Oneplus two camera still gets some attention. Both devices sports a 5MP front camera.
For Oneplus Two vs Samsung Galaxy Note 5 battery life, the Samsung Galaxy Note 5 battery is 4100mAh. Oneplus Two battery is a bit smaller, 3300mAh. With this specs, Note 5 beats Oneplus Two in terms of endurance.
Oneplus Two Price is $329 for the 16Gb version and $389 for the 64Gb version. We still do not know Samsung Galaxy Note 5 price yet, but we should know soon since August 13 is coming.
With the unleash ofOneplus Two and soon to be Samsung Galaxy Note 5, we can find that higher end smart phones are more likely to be equipped with larger RAM. Moreover, nowadays it seems that more and more smart phones are likely to sport a QHD display. For example, even Sony unveiled its Sony Xperia Z4v on a Quad HD screen. Below we introduce our list of smart phones that have both 4GB RAM and a Quad HD screen for your preference.
Popular phones that sports a 4GB RAM & Quad HD display
This 5.7 inch smart phone is a product from Xiaomi. Xiaomi Mi Note Pro display is a Quad HD with the resolution of
1440 x 2560 pixels ( which is around 515 ppi pixel density). Apart from that, Xiaomi Mi Note Pro specs are awesome with not only its 4GB RAM, but an amazing 64GB internal memory. No microSD card slot though.
ZTE has just announced the Axon recently and it is a good phone considering its specs. ZTE Axon display is 5.5 inch Quad HD, and it has great statistics for its hardware. The Pro version has Snapdragon 810 chipset, 32GB internal storage along with 4GB RAM.
3. Samsung Galaxy Note 5
And here comes the big Note 5. Creating a lot of hot discussion recently, Samsung Galaxy Note 5 runs on a new Exynos 7422 chipset and sport 4GB RAM. Together with its 5.7 inch Quad HD, Samsung Galaxy Note 5 specs can help it be on top of any list.
Another rumoured smart phone that is expected to be announced this Q3, LG G4 Pro display is said to be a Quad HD 5.8 inch screen. Moreover, information circulating the internet suggests that it will sport 4GB RAM on two variants : 32/64 GB. However, the most interesting specs may be LG G4 Pro camera, since it is said to be 27MP.
Price Pony readers, these are all great phones with good specs. Which one will you choose?
Samsung Galaxy Note 5 and Samsung Galaxy S6 Edge + have been trending lately as two of the hottest devices lately. Although there are a lot of specs info on Note 5 circulating the internet ever since we heard about it, it seems that many people are still very concerned about Note 5. Instead of waiting until August 13, let us take a look at how it will be under some benchmark points.
Samsung invitation to an event on August 13, when Note 5 and S6 Edge + will probably be unveiled.
Note 5 and S6 Edge + live images with a working screen can be seen here, while below are some leaked photos from an accessory manufacturer in Japan for the Galaxy Note 5.
The leaks before the actual unveiling of Samsung Galaxy Note 5
The benchmark screenshot confirms some information (at least, right now) about the Note 5. As we have known for some time, Samsung Galaxy Note 5 will likely be equipped with an Exynos 7422 chipset. Some more info we can get about Note 5 is shown in the screenshot below.
The benchmark screenshot that shows a part of Samsung Galaxy Note 5 specs
As we can see, CPU-Z shows some detailed information on some of the main devices sported on the Note 5. According to the prototype phone, 4GB RAM is also confirmed for Note 5. The device tested is a 32Gb version, though we will not know if there are any other variants. Also, let us hope that it will have a microSD slot.
Android 5.1.1 Lollipop will be the Operating System, of course. Samsung’s TouchWiz UI will be running on it and provided the interacting environment. Moreover, Samsung Galaxy Note 5 will have a 5.7-inch display with the resolution of 2560 x 1440p, thus the pixel density of 480dpi. As Samsung does upgrade its screen tech over time, it seems Note 5 will have better screen even after release too.
Although this is 90% confirmed, let us see how Samsung will unveil their phones on August 13.
Samsung has just unveiled a new tablet – Samsung Galaxy Tab S2, which is an upgrade from its previous Galaxy Tab. There are two versions released this time, with each being different in screen size. The most notable feature is that Samsung has used 4:3 ratio aspect to build these tablets.
The new tablet has elegant metal frame and being only 5.6 mm thick. Moreover, the tablet only weighs 265g for both 9.7’’ and 8’’ versions. This light and thin design helps using the tablet easier in many ways.
Additionally, Samsung’s Super Amoled screen with the resolution of 2048 x 1536 p on both versions gives better viewing experience for users by delivering 94% of true-to-life colors. Samsung Galaxy Tab S2 also sports a fingerprint sensor, a feature carried over from Samsung phones.
For its hardware, Samsung Galaxy Tab S2 is equipped with Exynos 5433 like what is built on Note 4. Octa-core processor consisting of octa-core 1.9GHz and octa-core 1.3GHz ones power up the device together with 3GB RAM. Internal storage of 32/ 64GB is available from the stat. However, users are offered 100GB on Microsoft OneDrive for extra use in 2 years.
The main camera has the resolution of 8MP without led flash, while the front camera is an 2.1MP one. Autofocus, UHD video recording at 30fps is supported. Moreover, both 4G LTE and Wifi-only versions will be available, with the former being higher in price.
Samsung and LG are two big Korean names in the technology market. Having marketing their brand for so many years, their products are popular and the two company have many loyal fans. Recently, both Samsung and LG released their respective flagships of 2015, resulting in many comparisons between the two products. Those two products are Samsung Galaxy S6 vs LG G4.
16 MP, 5312 x 2988 pixels, laser autofocus, optical image stabilization, LED flash
16 MP, 2988 x 5312 pixels, optical image stabilization, autofocus, LED flash
Front: 8 MP, 1080p@30fps
Front: 5 MP, 1440p@30fps
Battery
removable Li-Ion 3000 mAh
Non-removable Li-Ion 2600 mAh
Design and dimensions
Both smart phones have nearly the same dimensions, with LG G4 being 148.9 x 76.1 x 6.3 – 9.8 mm and Samsung Galaxy S6 being 143.4 x 70.5 x 6.8 mm. Weighing 155g, LG G4 is a bit heavier than the S6.
The display of Samsung Galaxy S6 is 5.1’’, while LG G4 is 5.5’’ with both phones having the same resolution of 1440 x 2560 pixel. However, since S6 has smaller screen size, its pixel density is higher (577 ppi > 533 ppi). Both have Corning Gorilla Glass for protection, and Samsung has the updated version for its flagship. In these aspects, it seems Samsung wins as Galaxy S6 seems to have better features.
Power and performance
LG G4 has a Quad-core 1.44 GHz Cortex-A53 & dual-core 1.82 GHz Cortex-A57, while Samsung Galaxy S6 has a Quad-core 1.5 GHz Cortex-A53 & Quad-core 2.1 GHz Cortex-A57. It seems Samsung has better power than LG G4. Moreover, as both have 3GB RAM and 32GB of internal storage (for the standard versions), Samsung wins over. However, if one considers having microSd support as an important feature, then LG G4 will win. S6 offers a variety of versions depending on internal storage though. Therefore, this is a tie between the two, with Samsung being the better choice.
Samsung Galaxy S6 vs LG G4 Camera
The cameras on both phones are 16MP with 4k video recording supported. Features such as laser autofocus, optical image stabilization, LED flash appear on both. However, LG G4 seems to have better shock proof and focus feature. S6 has many effects that can be integrated into the camera before shooting, while LG G4 has many manual modes which allows users to alter the speed of the shutter. Many camera tests shows that G4 produces more detailed photos. Additionally, the front camera of G4 is an 8MP one, while Samsung is just a 5Mp one. LG G4 wins this round with its great camera. It really deserves the top position for camera within the list of recent flagship.
Samsung Galaxy S6 vs LG G4 Battery
The battery of LG G4 is 3000mAh removable, while S6’s is 2600mAh and non-removable. It seems like a tie again between the two. G4 has more endurance, but the non-removable battery means a tougher phone. However, the cons of the non-removable battery seems to outweight its pros, that’s why LG G4 wins again this round.
In conclusion
LG G4 beats Samsung Galaxy S6 in camera, while Samsung Galaxy S6 wins for its performance. However, the brand names can also make a lot of different. It seems that LG does not do well with G4 ever since its release according to the news, however good it is. PricePony’s readers, how about your choice? Will it be LG G4 for better camera and battery, or Samsung Galaxy S6 for better performance?
As a tradition found in previous years, Samsung usually launched there Note series during IFA event in early September. However, since the iPhone 6S has been announced and is receiving a lot of attention, Samsung seem to want an early start in sales for their upcoming flagships: the Galaxy Note 5 and Galaxy S6 Edge+. Both devices are said to be launch in an event on August 12 and go straight on sale before the end of the month.
To prepare for the important release, both smartphones have just went through certification process in Singapore’s IDA database. Completing that, the Galaxy Note 5 and Galaxy S6 Edge+ carry model number SM-N920I and SM-G928I respectively.
Let us talk a bit about the Galaxy Note 5 and Galaxy S6 Edge+ design. Both devices are confirmed to carry a metal unibody with premium glass like the popular Galaxy S6/S6 Edge. This also implies that their batteries will be non-removable and they may not have expandable mircoSD card slots.
Briefing in terms of Galaxy Note 5 specs, the smartphone features a 5.7” with beautiful Quad HD display. The Note 5 will also run Samsung Exynos chipset with octa-core processor. Other specs like RAM and battery are not finalized yet, but we really expect the device to come with 4GB RAM and a huge 4,100 mAH.
One of the many Galaxy Note 5 renders.
Now it’s Galaxy S6 Edge+ turn for some specs reveal. The flagship will be carrying a Qualcomm Snapdragon 808 processor just like the LG G4 with Exynos 7420 chipset and 3GB of RAM. For now, you maybe wondering what are the differences between the S6 Edge+ and its predecessor standard S6 Edge. What we know so far is that, the Plus version will have a slightly larger screen (5.4” compared to 5.3”) and a bigger battery (3,000 mAH).
Will the S6 Edge Plus version look any different from the original one?
Philippines is a good market of Samsung. And because of that, we can totally expect the couple flagship to arrive locally in around September, after they hit the shelves in their hometown Korea. We will surely keep you updated with any further news about the Galaxy Note 5 and Galaxy S6 Edge+ since there is no track about their pricing as well as availability yet.
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