Samsung galaxy ji 9. Samsung Galaxy S9 - review from all sides

So the long-awaited, from the point of view of fans of Samsung products, event took place. We are talking about the release of a new generation of flagships, this time already the ninth. And the most interesting Samsung Galaxy S9 Plus. Yes, who does not know: the company decided to follow the path of many competitors and divide the only unique flagship into a basic modification, as well as a plus version, which will be discussed. What happened?

Design

It is clear that we will not see a fundamental difference with its predecessors, but some subtle zest is visible in this smartphone. The device still has:

• Curved edges of the display, which began with the sixth EDGE-series;
• Curved display corners, which were used in the previous, eighth generation;
• Protective standard.

Anyway, the gadget is very similar to its predecessor. But the Samsung Galaxy S8+ looks a bit stricter. Here, the corners are rounded steeper and restraint can no longer be seen. The design changes also include a new coating of the metal chassis, which has become more resistant to scratches and a better oleophobic coating. But the most interesting thing is that samsung galaxy s9 plus received a fingerprint sensor located not under the display, but under the camera, which has long been supported by numerous reviews of those who prefer competing Chinese smartphones.

Options

When it comes to flagships, it is the technical component that interests people who follow the development of the mobile industry. In this case, used Exynos 9810, working in conjunction with 6GB of RAM. And although we do not see a cardinal increase in performance, it is worth highlighting the improvement in power consumption, both when processing resource-intensive tasks and in the operation of the modem. It is also worth adding to the interesting features that this is the first model ready for LTE cat 18. As for the camera, it is quite advanced: due to the second module, you can change the aperture and create various effects.

Conclusion

Many lovers of high-tech technologies could state that time flies quickly and the ninth generation came out somehow too early. In fact, the release is indeed relatively early. Most likely, this is due to the fact that the company is preparing a "window" for some new product. Moreover, we are talking about a new series, which, in general, is expected, given the release of the Apple iPhone X. In any case, the hero of this review will be able to satisfy any need, so if you are not a fan of new untested concepts, the choice is quite obvious. Afflicts only a slight increase in prices, which, however, is observed in many competitors.

We all expected the release of the Samsung Galaxy S9 smartphone and now, its review is already on our website, but has the gadget changed so much and is it worth switching to it if you have it or not? First of all, the innovative camera attracts attention - the first on the mobile market with the ability to adjust the aperture ratio. Thanks to this feature, the smartphone shoots well both day and night, choosing the optimal parameters depending on the shooting conditions. The performance has also grown, for which the manufacturer used its new processor. In general, a lot of changes have been made, but they are not so significant in comparison with last year's flagship. Let's review the Samsung Galaxy S9 and see what the main flagship of 2018 turned out to be.

Specifications:

• SIM card: 2 SIM cards / Nano-SIM
• Case: metal and 3D glass
• Water and dust protection: according to IP68 standard
• Operating system: Android 8.0 Oreo
• Processor: 8-core 2.9 GHz / Samsung Exynos 9810
• Video Processor: Mali-G71 MP20
• Screen: 5.8" diagonal / Super AMOLED / resolution 2960 x 1440 pixels / Gorilla Glass 5 / 570 ppi display
• Battery: 3000 mAh capacity / non-removable / fast charging function / wireless charging support
• Primary camera: 12 MP / dual-color LED flash / digital zoom 8X / autofocus / camera aperture variable F / 1.5 - F / 2.4
• Front camera: 8 MP / Full HD video recording
• Camcorder: 4K video recording with a resolution of 3840 x 2160 pixels
• Built-in memory: 64 GB
• RAM: 4 GB
• Memory card: MicroSD up to 256 GB
• 3G support: yes
• 4G LTE support: yes
• WiFi: WiFi 802.11 a/b/g/n
• WiFi Direct: Supports
• WiFi Hotspot: Supports
• Bluetooth: Version 5.0LE
• NFC: supports
• USB: USB Type C
• 3.5 mm headphone jack: yes
• Navigation: GPS/ A-GPS/ GLONASS
• Fingerprint scanner: yes
• Iris scanner: yes

How is the Samsung Galaxy S9 different from the S8?

Previously, the S series phones were very different from each other. Yes, the appearance did not change much, but in terms of technical characteristics, the changes were clearly visible and served as a good reason to change the smartphone to a new one. In the case of the Galaxy S9, finding the differences is not so easy, but they are there.

Let's start with the design:

• The side frame has become matte, which improves the practicality of the device. It will collect less fingerprints and dirt on itself;
• Changed the location of the fingerprint sensor. Now it is from below and the finger definitely rests on it, and does not slam the camera, as it was before;
• The volume rocker and Bixby virtual assistant call button have moved a little higher, making them easier to use.

Galaxy S9 display

• The black color has become even deeper and now, with the Always-On function active, the frames are not noticeable at all, they merge with the black color of the display itself;
• Samsung Galaxy S9 review in Russian showed that the increased sensitivity mode was returned. This will be appreciated by residents of cold regions, where you often have to operate the phone with gloves on.

Interface

• In Samsung Galaxy S9, you can create a copy of the application and log into it under a different account (as implemented in MIUI);
• Landscape orientation of the shell is supported;
• During the initial setup of the phone, you can refuse most of the pre-installed programs, freeing up space and getting rid of the excess;
• In the standard keyboard, “selfiemoji” appeared, as well as the original catalog of animations.

Iron

• A new processor of our own design, built on a 10-nm process technology;
• Dolby Atmos-enabled stereo speakers are now used;
• A new way to identify the user - smart scanning.

What has changed in the Galaxy S9 camera?

• For the first time in the mobile market, a variable aperture (f / 1.5 and f / 2.4) appeared;
• Slow motion mode with 960 FPS, than only smartphones used to be famous for.

With f / 2.4 aperture
With f / 1.5 aperture

These are the main changes, and now let's take a full review of the Samsung Galaxy S9 and understand in more detail.

For the past few years, the manufacturer has been in no hurry to change the packaging design of its flagships. This is a black cardboard box with a strict design and without any frills. The packaging of the Samsung Galaxy S9 has also remained unchanged, including a paper clip, documentation in a separate envelope, a high-quality headset from AKG, a power adapter (of course with fast charging), a USB Type-A to USB-C cable, an adapter from USB-C to microUSB, as well as an OTG adapter.

If you do not delve into the details, then outwardly the novelty will be difficult to distinguish from last year. The only thing that immediately catches your eye is the location of the fingerprint scanner. He moved down, which made it more convenient to use. Although the first time out of habit, you can still slap the camera lens. The dimensions of the case, albeit slightly, have changed, and therefore cases from the S8 will not be used.

The monolithic body is covered with Gorilla Glass 5 glass on each side, and the side frame is constructed of metal with a matte effect. This design is still relevant and looks very attractive. This time, the manufacturer has revised its approach to case color options - instead of the usual golden hue, we are offered lilac and blue, as well as more classic black and silver.

The Samsung Galaxy S9 smartphone review confirms that, to the delight of the fans, it retained a 3.5 mm audio jack, which many worried about until the very release of the new product. It is located at the bottom next to the main speaker, microphone and USB Type-C 3.1.

The keys are located in the usual places, in this regard, nothing has changed. The right side of the case is occupied by the power button.

On the left is the volume rocker and the Bixby virtual assistant button.

Navigation keys are built into the display and their functionality can be customized in the parameters. Of course, it was not without a well-thought-out gesture control system, which increases the comfort of working with the Galaxy S9 phone.

Above the display, they placed an event indicator light, a conversational speaker, a front-facing camera, an Iris sensor required for face unlock, as well as standard light and proximity sensors.

The Samsung Galaxy S9 64gb review acquaints with the fact that the IP68 waterproof case has also been preserved, which means that it will survive immersion under the water surface without any consequences.

A single main camera module was placed at the back (in the case of the Galaxy S9 Plus, it is double). A bright flash is located to the right of it, and a fingerprint scanner was installed under the camera unit, for which the previous model was so criticized. We did not forget about the corporate logo, located closer to the center.

In terms of ergonomics, the Samsung Galaxy S9 smartphone is close to ideal, there is no reason to criticize it. With each new model, the manufacturer improved the shape of the case and brought it to the ideal. The monolithic body with rounded edges fits well in the hand, and the curved edges of the screen give the impression of bezel-less. However, they do not lead to accidental clicks and do not cause any inconvenience. Another important change was the fingerprint sensor, which all the fans asked to be moved down and it finally happened. We can say that the work on the bugs was successful. Obviously, the company has not yet succeeded in embedding it into the display. Most likely, a similar decision awaits us in the next flagship.

Display Samsung Galaxy S9

For the first time in a long time, the manufacturer has released its main flagship without any changes in terms of the screen. It uses exactly the same AMOLED-matrix with a high resolution of 2960x1440 pixels and a diagonal of 5.8 inches. This approach has its advantages, because we get a high pixel density per inch of 570 ppi. As a result, the image looks clear even with such a large diagonal. But as you know, such a resolution also has its drawbacks, which are to reduce autonomy and performance. The screen occupies 88% of the front panel area - not a record, but close to it.

To avoid this, you can set a lower resolution in the settings - a simple and effective way to solve the problem. The rest of the goodies inherent in the Galaxy S8 display have been preserved - a blue filter, support for HDR10 and Always-On functions, as well as automatic color reproduction.

When conducting a review of the Samsung Galaxy S9, I noticed that the manufacturer has hit the ceiling so far, because there is simply nothing to improve in the display. Image quality and color reproduction have been at the highest level for the past few years, there is not even a need for such a high resolution. It is only useful for working with virtual reality helmets, in other cases it is better to set it to FullHD +. By the way, it's already installed.

Viewing angles and a margin of brightness are excellent, working with the screen is pleasant under any conditions. Compared to the previous flagship, the black has become a little deeper, this is the only change that I managed to notice. Otherwise, the displays are identical, apart from the fact that the increased sensitivity mode has returned.

Samsung Galaxy S9 performance and specifications

As before, two versions of the smartphone go on sale - on its own Exynos 9810 Octa processor, which will be officially available in Russia and Europe, as well as on the flagship Snapdragon 845, designed for China and America. The Exynos 9810 is one of the first chips from the manufacturer to be made using a 10nm process, which offers huge advantages in terms of heat dissipation and battery consumption. Samsung Galaxy S9 technical specifications suggest the presence of 8 cores, 4 of which operate at a frequency of up to 2.7 GHz (high-performance) and the same number up to 1.5 GHz (energy efficient, used in everyday tasks to save battery). The video accelerator Mali-G72 MP18 is responsible for processing graphics in games. Undoubtedly, it turned out to be a powerful bunch, which should show itself well under any conditions, but nevertheless, no one could surpass the Snapdragon 845.

Galaxy S9 test in Antutu

Samsung Galaxy S9 specifications in terms of memory capacity have not changed. The buyer has to choose between 64, 128 or 256 GB of internal memory. In any case, there will be 4 GB of RAM, and surprisingly this is enough, although even in inexpensive Chinese flagships there will be more of it. By the way, it works quickly, because it is made according to the LPDDR4x standard. In the younger version, 51 GB of free space remains for use, if this is not enough, then you will have to sacrifice one SIM card to expand the volume. Instead, you can put a microSD card with a capacity of up to 400 GB.

Smartphone Samsung Galaxy S9 64gb review makes it clear that the performance margin is enough for at least the next few years. I conducted all tests at the maximum screen resolution, you can see the results below. All games fly, even during moments of dynamic scenes, the load on the processor and graphics chip does not exceed 50%. In most top games, like Tanks, we see a stable 60 fps on maximum graphics, but in Injustice 2, the number of frames per second reaches 30. This is the maximum for today, this game is too demanding.

New user identification method

When reviewing the Samsung G960 Galaxy S9, we cannot fail to mention the new user identification method, which is based on smart scanning technology. Its key feature is the combination of face recognition and iris recognition, which allows quick and hassle-free smartphone access in challenging environments. Unlocking works quickly under any conditions, although there is a slight delay when compared with a fingerprint scanner. It takes about a second from the moment the user is recognized to the moment the screen is unlocked. You can use the technology in conjunction with a fingerprint scanner, choosing what is more convenient at the moment. For example, if the smartphone is on its back, then it will be much faster and more convenient to unlock it in the face.

Sound

A review of the Samsung Galaxy S9 64 GB revealed positive changes in terms of sound. Pleasantly surprised by the effect of stereo sound, for which the main speaker sounds paired with conversational. Thus, a full-fledged stereo effect is formed with support for Dolby Atmos technology. The speakers are very loud, and last but not least, the sound is clear. This makes it enjoyable to listen to music with friends. The bundled AKG EO-IG955 headphones, which the manufacturer is so proud of, are also pleasing. They sound great and will please even music lovers.

If in terms of design, the smartphone has practically not changed, then a lot of work has been done on its interface and functionality. Out of the box, the phone runs on the Samsung Experience 9.0 shell, based on the 8th generation of Android. This gives you access to interesting features, the first of which catches your eye when you turn it on - the ability to select pre-installed applications, most of which you can refuse. Thanks to this, the user has the opportunity to leave only what he needs and what he will use.

Samsung Galaxy S9 review in Russian 2018 showed that now you can create copies of applications, which allows you to log into them from different accounts at the same time. To do this, the Dual Messenger system utility was added. Cloned apps are marked with a special icon in the bottom corner so you can easily identify them.

But this is not all the features of the Samsung Galaxy S9. Now its shell supports landscape orientation, which is especially useful for motorists. Other changes concern only the appearance of some elements.

Using the keyboard, in just a couple of clicks, you can send GIFs and AR emojis that you created earlier. They are also available in the online catalog, where they can be conveniently searched for by tags.

A review of the Samsung Galaxy S9 64gb in Russian showed that the Bixby virtual assistant is almost completely translated into Russian, but it is almost impossible to use it, since it has not yet learned to support voice and text commands in Russian. If you speak English well, then consider yourself very lucky. To activate the assistant, just say “Hi, Bixby” (even if the smartphone is in a locked state) or by pressing the corresponding key. The assistant's capabilities are very great, he can manage any system functions, but they are not yet available in Russian.

To the left of the home screen is the Bixby Hello panel, where you can check out a selection of cards from third-party apps - a good way to keep up to date with the latest news. Having spent a little time setting up, you will receive only the information of interest.

Samsung Galaxy S9 review and testing show that experience points and levels are now awarded for using Bixby. Points are given both for working with the assistant and for improving the quality of its functioning - correcting incorrect commands and making suggestions for its further development. This gives a certain competitive spirit and contributes to the active development of the assistant by the efforts of the users themselves - a cunning move by the manufacturer.

Wireless communications

The smartphone definitely has no problems with this, the Samsung Galaxy S9 review showed that it supports all modern communications. Among them are LTE-A Cat18 (1200/200 Mbps), Wi-Fi of all bands and frequencies with support for MIMO 2x2 technology, as well as Bluetooth of the 5th generation with the ability to connect two devices simultaneously. Two modifications of the device are on sale - the Galaxy S9 with two SIM cards will be officially sold in our country, but you can also find a single-sim device. To use Samsung Pay, NFC and MST are intended, where without them in one of the main flagships of 2018. Navigation systems include GPS, GLONASS, Galileo and BDS. Everything works quickly and stably, as befits a flagship from one of the leading brands.

The Samsung Galaxy S9 review in Russian showed that when developing its new model, the manufacturer retained the same battery capacity - 3000 mAh, which, taking into account other characteristics, will not be enough. But thanks to the improved technical process, the smartphone works as long as its predecessor, despite the fact that it has become a little more powerful. On average, the battery is discharged with 5-6 hours of display activity. In games at 50% brightness, it lasted about 5.5 hours, and in FullHD video playback mode at the same brightness, it lasted 12.5 hours. For such a battery capacity, this is an excellent result, good system optimization is visible.

Supports fast (full charge takes 1 hour 47 minutes) and wireless charging.

Samsung Galaxy S9 camera review

The camera in the flagship has changed the most - this is what is now being emphasized in the mobile segment and often it makes users pay attention to expensive devices. Among the highlights of the Galaxy S9's camera is a dedicated DRAM memory that allows you to record spectacular slow-mo at 960 FPS. The smartphone also highlights a customizable aperture, which can operate in one of two modes - f / 1.5 and f / 2.4. There is a Dual Pixel focusing system and optical image stabilization.

When switching to manual shooting mode, you can set your own shutter speed, ISO, white balance, use manual focus, adjust aperture and save frames in RAW format for further processing.

When you shoot during the day, you can't stop enjoying the excellent sharpness throughout the picture and the wide dynamic range. Traces of aggressive processing of frames are no longer visible, small objects are perfectly drawn, all gradients and light transitions are clearly visible. The only thing is that with automatic settings, sometimes the white balance is closer to cold and the saturation of the shades increases. This makes the photos more beautiful, but less realistic. An aperture of f/2.4 improves sharpness in good light conditions, but when shooting in difficult conditions, this advantage is offset by a higher ISO. Therefore, it is better to rely on the automatic mode, which selects the best aperture depending on the current conditions in front of the lens, as the Samsung Galaxy S9 camera review showed.

HDR renders objects located in the shadows better and prevents glare.

Panoramic shots are saved with a resolution of 39.7 megapixels and delight with the quality of drawing objects and smooth gluing, which is completely invisible.

A review of the Samsung Galaxy S9 phone showed that the front camera with a resolution of 8 megapixels shoots with high quality under any conditions thanks to the increased aperture of f / 1.7 and the presence of autofocus. At the same time, she can record videos in 2K.

Among the interesting features - AR-moji (animated emoji created by the owner's face, as was implemented in the iPhone X). They are saved in Gif format and can be sent using any messenger or social network that supports this format.

Photos in the room are obtained with a minimum of noise. The Samsung Galaxy S9 review showed that the smartphone does an excellent job with night shooting, for which it uses a record f / 1.5 aperture, and the pixel size is 1.4 microns. The quality is also positively affected by optical stabilization, which compensates for the shaking of the operator's hands. Autofocus works instantly and accurately, no matter how difficult the shooting conditions are. As a result, we get sharp frames with a minimum of noise, which we will not be ashamed to publish on social networks and show our friends the brightest moments of our lives.

A detailed review of the Samsung Galaxy S9 introduces the fact that the flagship uses a bright single-color flash. Photos with its help are obtained without glare. but the color balance leans towards white.

The smartphone copes with shooting text perfectly, and a lower aperture allows you to get excellent sharpness in the corners of the picture.

Samsung covers all market segments, because putting all your eggs in one basket is reckless. Koreans understand this well, so they annually replenish their product line not only with flagships, but also with affordable devices.

A mid-ranger was recently released with modest parameters by today's standards, but with a fashionable widescreen. However, its manufacturer decided to simplify it by installing a worse camera and replacing the metal case with a plastic one, the size of the AMOLED display and its format remained the same, the processor and battery were also not touched.

As a result of small transformations, we got the budget Galaxy J6 with a price that has decreased by one and a half times. Attractive option, you will agree. Let's find out more about this device to find out if it's worth buying for $230.

Specifications

Equipment

In a box with a blue lid and model designation, they put a typical set of accessories for Samsung state employees. Unfortunately, the cover was not found inside the package, you will have to buy more. The package list is as follows:

• charger for 5V/1A;
• microUSB cable;
• headset;
• paperclip;
• documentation.

Design, ergonomics and materials

Visually, the similarity of the Samsung Galaxy J6 with the Galaxy A6 is clearly visible. This, let's say, is unexpected, given the fundamental differences in the case materials.

What is immediately noticeable is the absence of curly antenna output strips in the state employee, since a plastic smartphone does not need this. And so everything is quite decent, the device looks nice and expensive. If you place the device in a purchased case, you can completely forget that the case is plastic.

In the hand, the widescreen J-series is great, because the width is very small. The back cover is tight. For the device to fall out of the palm of your hand, you have to try hard. There is no metal frame here, however, the body feels solid and solid. The phone is inexpensive, but has a high-quality assembly, there are no crunches, creaks or loose components. Three color options - gray, black and gold. The device weighs 153 grams, and has the following proportions - 149.3 × 70.2 × 8.2 mm.

Above the display, under which 76 percent of the front 2.5 D-glass was taken, traditional elements found a place - an auditory speaker, a front camera with a flash and sensors. There is not much space left at the bottom, there are no physical buttons and no company logo, which is good.

The left side is occupied by the volume control and two trays, the first is a memory card, and the other is a pair of nanoSIM cards. The power button and the main speaker slot are located on the right edge. The 3.5 mm jack, microUSB port and microphone are placed on the bottom edge. Nothing else was found for the upper end, it is empty. The camera and fingerprint scanner on the back are not combined into one block, as in the Galaxy A6, but are separated.

Screen

I was pleased with the company's decision not to save on the display in a budget smartphone. The SuperAMOLED matrix is ​​juicy, contrasting and bright. The resolution of the 5.6-inch 18.5:9 screen has also not changed - 1480 × 720 pixels.

The picture is clear and does not change its properties from any angle. White and black shades are traditionally very deep. The visibility of the data in the sun raises no objections. If the high saturation of the Adaptive color mode is not for you, you can use the Basic mode with more subdued tones. In general, the display of the Galaxy J6 is in full order, which cannot be said about the internal filling, but more on that later.

Technical parameters and performance

Samsung's low-cost novelty is based on the 8-core Exynos 7870 platform. Exactly the same processor is found in the Galaxy A6. Therefore, in terms of hardware power, both phones are identical. The performance of the device causes conflicting feelings.

Benchmarks evaluate the filling adequately, in the same AnTuTu state employee is gaining a decent 60 thousand points. But the smartphone is not very friendly with demanding games, its maximum is medium, but more often the minimum graphics settings. But even at the same time, twitches cannot be avoided, because the weak link in the technical equipment is rather not the processor, but the weak Mali-T830 MP1 accelerator embedded in it. However, the chipset has a modern 14 Nm process technology, which is a plus for autonomy.

If you are not a gamer, the specifications of the Galaxy J6 will be enough for you. With ordinary tasks, everything is fine here, because the amount of RAM is as much as 3 GB LPDDR3. With a flash drive, things are also excellent, its capacity is 32 GB, of which almost 10 GB goes to the system.

autonomy

The thin manufacturing process paired with a 3000 mAh battery gives good results in terms of battery life. Having charged the smartphone once, you can hope for 2 days of work if the loads are small. A more active usage scenario will result in the phone needing to be charged every day. However, from morning to evening, he will live in any case. The battery is filled with energy up to 100 percent in 2.5 hours with the included AC adapter.

Communications, sensors and sound

The Korean state employee is equipped with the necessary minimum means of wireless connection, we get Bluetooth 4.2, Wi-Fi and GPS and GLONASS signal receivers. Alas, there is no NFC sensor, so contactless payments will have to be forgotten, this is the price for savings.

All LTE bands are available for operation within our country, as well as FM radio. The list of sensors is extensive - a finger scanner, a Hall sensor, proximity and illumination, a compass and an accelerometer.

The fingerprint area is narrow, but still the print is read almost always the first time. Not without the now trendy face scanning function to unlock, it takes 3 seconds to recognize the face.

The call speaker is loud, has excellent audibility even in noisy environments. But it cannot boast of special quality, you will hardly enjoy the abundance of high frequencies and distortions at high volume. Dolby Atmos technology is supported. The review hero sounds good in headphones. By playing with the equalizers, you can achieve a pleasant sound.

Software equipment

The system interface is familiar to users of Samsung phones. We are dealing with a proprietary shell Experience 9.0, which is based on Android 8.0 Oreo. In this regard, it is completely similar to the more expensive Galaxy A6 model. Accordingly, the operation of the system and its functionality are at the same level. The speed is not bad, but by no means ideal. There is customization and a wide range of settings.

cameras

The device is equipped with a 13MP single rear camera with f/1.9 aperture. Applied proprietary matrix S5K3L2. The photomodule is supplemented with LED flash and phase detection autofocus. The sensor is budget, so the image quality is appropriate. However, their quality, as for the price of the device, is quite good with sufficient detail, especially on a sunny day.

With a lack of light, photos are obtained with not quite natural colors and with noticeable noise, the dynamic range also narrows, well, this is expected. The camera is endowed with RAW support and the ability to manually adjust the white balance, sensitivity level and other parameters. You can shoot a simple video in 1080p.

The selfie camera comes with an 8MP resolution and f/1.9 aperture. Pictures are of average quality. There is software blurring of the background, but in fact this is nothing more than a hint of the bokeh effect.

Conclusion

Is the Samsung Galaxy J6 Worth the Money? It's hard to say, but those who fundamentally do not look towards Chinese smartphones will surely like the Korean state employee. A chic display, separate trays, a powerful shell and a global brand can be a good argument.

• excellent display;
• autonomy;
• memory card + two sim cards;
• nice design;
• face unlock.

• heavy games don't go well;
• medium chambers;
• micro USB
• external speaker;
• body material.

Short video review:

Eight years have passed since the first smartphone of the Samsung Galaxy S line was presented to a wide audience. Then it made an unprecedented sensation, because it combined unprecedented performance for its time with reliability, thoughtful ergonomics and a convenient interface. Until now, the S-series gadgets remain the flagship in the lineup of Samsung Corporation and continue to amaze fans of the brand with hardware capabilities, technological innovations and original design. The trend of 2018 was the Galaxy S9, which, along with its “big brother” S9 +, leads all the recent Tops and ratings. We invite you to learn more about the characteristics of the model, its advantages and disadvantages, get acquainted with the design features and nuances of using a smartphone.

The appearance of Samsung Galaxy S9 in Russia

The novelty from Samsung was first shown to the public on February 25, 2018. Sales in Russia, as in most other countries, started on March 16. On the official website of the company, the price of Galaxy S9 was 59,990 rubles, Galaxy S9 + 66,990 rubles.

At first, the "nine" received extremely conflicting reviews from critics - some considered it interesting and promising, while others pointed to too obvious a resemblance to the S8 at a much higher price. We suggest you compare the main parameters of these models.

Comparison of S9 and S9 +: table

The main differences between the Galaxy S9 smartphone and its predecessor are a new, more powerful processor and an improved main camera. True, the matrix of the latter remained old, but automatic aperture adjustment was added, which expanded the possibilities of photo and video shooting in low light conditions.

Minor changes have affected the design and arrangement of body elements. So, the fingerprint scanner is no longer on the side of the camera module, but under it. The thickness of the phone has increased from 8 to 8.5 mm, weight - from 155 to 163 g. But the height of the novelty has slightly decreased. There are some other interesting developments in the S9, which we will discuss in detail below.

Sizes, colors and configurations: an overview of the exterior

The color range is represented by three colors

The front size of the S9 case in the length-to-width ratio was 148×69 mm, the S9+ case is slightly larger - 158×74 mm. The thickness of both gadgets is the same - 8.5 mm. In general, smartphones can be described as quite compact, given the large diagonal of their screens and top-end hardware. The almost frameless design of the front panel and the non-removable battery, which has become a classic over the past two years, helped save precious millimeters.

The novelty is presented in three main colors, which Samsung marketers have given the names "black diamond", "titanium" and "ultraviolet". In a more familiar language, these are black, gray and dark pink (purple) colors. Less common are models of turquoise and blue colors. It is worth noting that in all colors the phone looks quite stylish and elegant. The black body has a matte finish, gray and pink - a metallic finish.

Stylish colors of the case and screen do not leave indifferent fans of the Galaxy line

Only one hardware package is available - 4/64 GB, unlike the vast majority of Chinese smartphones that come with 2-3 storage capacities. As for SIM and microSD, in the official international version with the G960 index, only one SIM card and one memory card can be installed. At the same time, smartphones with G960F universal trays are supplied to the domestic markets of many countries, including Russia, in which you can install either two SIM cards, or one SIM and one microSD.

In the factory box, in addition to the smartphone, you should find a network charger with a MicroUSB cable, a headset (headphones) with a set of interchangeable ear pads, a SIM / microSD tray eject key, a USB Type-C adapter, user documentation and a warranty card. Buying a "nine" from an authorized Samsung dealer, you will receive a 12-month warranty.

Detailed Specifications

We have already mentioned in passing the main parameters of the Samsung Galaxy S9 smartphone, so this section is intended primarily for those who want to study in detail all the technical nuances of the gadget. For your convenience, they are grouped into several groups.

Data from the official site samsung.com

This is not to say that everything in the S9 is perfect - there will always be a smartphone with a higher screen resolution, a better camera matrix, more RAM or permanent memory. Nevertheless, in S9 everything is kept at the same high level, every detail is distinguished by reliability, durability, stable and uninterrupted operation. Let's dwell on some key components of the gadget.

Screen and audio features

The screen of the Samsung Galaxy S9 does not cause any complaints, but also delights

Super AMOLED displays were already used in the first S-series models, and the same technology is used today. It has been around for almost a decade and still remains unsurpassed. Among the main advantages of the technology:

• saturation and contrast of colors;
• viewing angle width;
• legibility in direct sunlight;
• relatively low power consumption;
• fade resistance, durability.

If you've ever used a smartphone or tablet with a cheap TN panel, you'll feel the difference as soon as you look at the Galaxy S9's screen. And its resolution, conditionally equal to the 2K standard, provides the highest degree of detail in the picture. "Native" glass is sufficiently resistant to cracks and scratches, so it hardly makes sense to cover it with other protective materials.

Compared to the S8, the sound of the S9 seems to be fuller and more balanced.

The gadget is equipped with high-quality stereo speakers, the responsibility for the quality of which lies with the famous Austrian company AKG. They are ideal for watching movies and listening to light music, but the "bottom" is not enough. However, no phone will be able to produce sufficiently high-quality low frequencies due to its design features.

CPU

The Samsung Exynos 9810 proprietary processor has become the heart of the hardware of the new Galaxy. It has a 64-bit architecture and includes eight cores, four of which are energy efficient (operating at a frequency of up to 1.7 GHz), and four more are productive (up to 2.8 GHz). ). The integrated ARM Mali-G72 GPU is responsible for processing the graphics stream, which has become 25% more economical and 20% more powerful than its predecessor. At the moment it is the most perfect mobile video chip.

Samsung Exynos 9810 is often compared with Snapdragon 845 and the victory is clearly on the side of the former

Galaxy S9 demonstrates excellent performance even in heavy applications and under serious multimedia loads, for example, during playback of 4K video files. When running a large number of resource-intensive programs at the same time, there may be a lack of RAM (this problem is solved in S9 +), but the processor has never caused any complaints.

Autonomy of work

Removing the battery from the S9 is not easy, and we do not recommend it. A categorical "no"!

The battery remains the Achilles' heel of Samsung's S-series. Even buyers of the Model S III complained about the low battery life, overheating of the battery and not always the correct estimate of the residual charge. The S7 and S8 partly solved this problem, but the line still loses to products from other brands in terms of battery capacity and efficiency in using its charge. Most users of the "nine" noted that it is enough for 10-12 hours of active use.

The smartphone can be charged using a wireless charger, but it will have to be purchased separately. The factory kit includes a standard power adapter 220V-5V.

Memory

Developments to increase the memory capacity of the device continue to this day.

The configuration of the hardware with data drives is very unusual - with 64 GB of permanent memory (which can be expanded by another 400 GB), the smartphone received only 4 GB of “RAM”. The reason for this remains unknown. Perhaps the manufacturers relied on the space characteristics of the processor and decided that it would work with data faster than they would accumulate in RAM; and perhaps in this way they want to increase sales of the S9 + model, which has 6 GB of RAM.

Persistent storage is large enough for Android 8.0 Oreo, pre-installed apps, custom apps, and average media. If you want to turn your smartphone into a Full HD cinema, you can't do without a microSD card. On the official website of Samsung, draws of branded 256 GB memory cards are periodically held for Galaxy S9 buyers.

Photo and video capabilities

The camera is the main feature of the Samsung Galaxy S9

If you have ever seen an advertisement for the Samsung Galaxy S9 smartphone, you probably noticed that almost all of the airtime is occupied by the description of the gadget's cameras. Indeed, there is something to talk about. Let's start with the front. Technically, it is the same as on the S8, but with an updated software shell that allows you to shoot beauty selfies with a bokeh effect. An 8-megapixel 1/3.6-inch sensor provides a large pixel size (about 1.22 microns), hence a clear and high-quality image. The aperture of the lens was 1.7, which guarantees a low level of digital noise even in poor lighting conditions.

But all this pales before the capabilities of the main camera. And let its 12 megapixels not bother you, believe me, it is able to give odds to many 24-megapixel "Chinese". The point is, firstly, in a large matrix of the same format as in compact cameras and superzooms, and secondly, in a very large pixel (about 1.4 microns). The aperture of the lens is now controlled by software and is able to work out values ​​in the range of 1.5–2.4, which is comparable to the aperture ratio of the lenses of the best SLRs. In video shooting mode, stream recording with HD, Full HD, 4K resolution is available. At the same time, high-speed shooting at a frequency of up to 960 frames per second is possible in HD. The Galaxy S9 is a real camera phone, in no way inferior to the legendary Nokia with Carl Zeiss lenses.

Other features and chips S9

Versions S9 and S9 plus have something to surprise and besides the camera

For those who have not yet been impressed by the capabilities of the "nine", the flagship has a few more surprises in store. First of all, we are talking about innovative security systems. In addition to the fingerprint scanner and archaic pin codes that have become commonplace, the S9 can offer identification of the owner by the shape of the face or even the iris of the eye. Depending on the level of illumination, the scanning time will be 0.5–2 seconds, while the owner will only need to look at the smartphone screen.

In addition, despite the elegance and apparent fragility of the novelty, it meets the IP68 dust and moisture protection standard, therefore, it can withstand immersion in water to a depth of more than a meter for half an hour. And yet you should not go swimming in the company with your favorite smartphone. But you can dial SMS in rainy weather.

Using the DeX set-top box and an HDMI cable, you can connect the Galaxy S9 to a PC monitor or TV. In this mode, the gadget can serve as a multimedia station or workplace. The official slogans even included the phrase "your portable office." In addition, an augmented reality assistant is available, but so far, correct work can only be achieved from the English version of the program.

Test Data

According to Antutu, nine has done iPhones in terms of parameters

Amateur tests, the purpose of which was to assess CPU and battery overheating under system loads, determine battery life, check the quality of exposure assessment during photography, and even crash tests, the model withstood adequately.

Issues reported by users

Not everyone will like selfies on the S9, but there is a solution quickly!

The most significant drawback, which almost caused a scandal at the beginning of Galaxy S9 sales, was an incorrect or untimely touchscreen response. Dozens of buyers from different countries faced the problem. It soon became clear that system errors in the software served as the cause of the failures. Now the problem is completely solved.

Another common “complaint” is a pinkish or yellow skin tone in selfies taken with the front camera. Everything is even simpler here - it's just a matter of lighting, the color of which can be compensated through the "White Balance" item in the camera settings. Markedness of the body and display, low battery life, which we already wrote about above, were noted. But the main complaints, as you might guess, were caused by the almost indecent price of the gadget.

Overview of all the subtleties on the video

Now, Samsung is going to launch Galaxy J9 Plus. The phone is set to debut in India in 2019, the full specifications of the upcoming handset have now surfaced through a sales pitch note. J9 Plus is one one of the awaited Android smartphone of Samsung’s J series having a thin-bezel display that offers an 87.8 percent screen-to-body ratio. The mobile is powered by a Qualcomm Snapdragon 845 SoC and comes with two different RAM options. Now let us talk about some other key specs of this phone.

The dual-SIM (Nano) Galaxy J9 Plus runs on Android 9.0 and features a 6.0-inch full-HD+ (1440x 2560 Pixels) LTPS TFT display with an 18.5:9 aspect ratio. There is a Snapdragon 845 SoC under the hood, coupled with Adreno 630 GPU and 4 GB as well as 6GB RAM options. For capturing photos and shooting videos, the phone will have a dual primary camera which 13.0 MP f/1.7, LED Flash and HD Recording primary sensor along with a f/1.7 aperture and a 13.0 MP secondary sensor paired with a f/1.4 aperture, alongside an LED flash. While the secondary camera is of 8.0MP+13 MP sensor.

Samsung Galaxy J9 Plus (2019) Key Specifications

The company has provided 64GB total internal storage which can be further expanded upto 256GB via using a micro SD card. On the connectivity front it has 4G VoLTE, Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth v5.1, GPS/ A-GPS, Micro-USB, and a 3.5mm headphone jack. Sensors on board include an accelerometer, fingerprint sensor, gyro, ambient light sensor, e-compass, and a proximity sensor. The 6 inches HD display is backed by 4,000 mAh battery.

samsung galaxy j9 plus price
The Galaxy J9 Plus (2019) price in Vietnam is set at VND 11,690,000 (roughly Rs. 35,400) for the 4GB RAM and 64 GB internal storage variant, while the price for the 6GB RAM variant is around Rs. 42,000 in India.