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Samsung Galaxy Note 6 rumors are starting to surface more and more now that the Galaxy S7 is available. And while a Galaxy Note 6 release is likely still months away, it should be earlier than any year prior. With that in mind, here we want to share a few things users need to know, right now, about the Galaxy Note 6.
The Galaxy Note 5 was one of Samsung’s best smartphones in 2015. With plenty to offer, a great design, and lots of features. However, the new Galaxy S7 lineup is even better, and returned many key features users want in a phone. Many of which will likely accompany the new Galaxy Note 6 later this year.
Read: Galaxy Note 6 Release Rumors Surface
In August of 2015 the Galaxy Note 5 was announced and released, which was nearly two months earlier than prior models. Then, earlier this year Samsung unveiled the Galaxy S7 in February, and released it in March. A full month ahead of expectations. Below is what we know right now, and what the Galaxy S7 release tells us about the Note 6.
Given what we’ve seen from Samsung over the past couple of years combined with the new Galaxy S7, and we have a pretty clear idea of what to expect. And while things are subject to change, and nothing is remotely official yet, it’s safe to assume most of what is detailed below.
Many Samsung users have already started assuming what will complete the Galaxy Note 6. Key features that returned with the Galaxy S7 like the micro-SD slot, IP68 dust and water resistance, a bigger battery, and a similar overall design as last year. It’s highly plausible that this is exactly what will happen, and lately more and more rumors are surfacing suggesting exactly that, and more. Here’s what buyers need to know.
Similar Design & IP68 Water Resistant
The same approach Samsung took to the Galaxy S7 design will probably roll over to the Galaxy Note 6. There could be subtle changes to how it looks, a different S-Pen stylus like earlier reports, or other things, but overall the Note 6 should be very similar to the Note 5.
That being an all aluminum and glass design, although we’re hoping it’s only aluminum on the back for added durability. Not the glass back that’s more fragile like the Galaxy S7. A thinner design with less of a camera bulge, and more. Samsung could again stick to a familiar design, which will allow for improvements to the software, stylus, camera, battery, add IP68 dust and water resistance, and possible other things.
Recently a big leak has reportedly “confirmed” the Galaxy Note 6 will be IP68 dust and water resistant up to 5ft for over 30 minutes, similar to the Galaxy S7. It makes a lot of sense that Samsung would move all the key changes that’s seeing success with the S7 to the Note 6. Samsung can do this without covering ports with flaps, or sealing things off, but there may need to be a redesign of the stylus.
Speaking of which, a photo earlier this year suggested Samsung could make one big change to the stylus, and have it be on the outer edge of the device. This would allow for the bigger battery, IP68 water resistance, and add a new feature. The S-Pen stylus will double as a kickstand. This isn’t confirmed, but would be a nice addition.
For now we don’t know too much, but it’s safe to say the Galaxy Note 6 will look extremely similar to last years Note 5, but be better in every way. Just as the company did with the S6 and S7 release.
Reports suggest there will not be a successor to the Galaxy S6 Edge+. The Galaxy S7 Edge is almost the same size. Instead, we are hearing Samsung has yet to decide what to offer. Two Galaxy Note 6 variants are being tested. One with a flat 5.8-inch screen, and another model with a curved 5.8-inch display.
Bigger Quad-HD Display
Last year the Galaxy S6 was 5.1-inches, and the Note 5 (and S6 Edge+) were 5.7-inches, a clear difference in size. For 2016 though, we have a 5.5-inch Galaxy S7 Edge, so the typical screen size for the Note 6 doesn’t make sense. Instead, rumor has it Samsung will offer a 5.8-inch display with smaller bezels, keeping the device the same physical size. Reports are back and forth on if the screen will be curved or not.
Earlier in February a report claimed the Note 6 would be 5.8-inches, and now that’s been somewhat confirmed by anonymous sources. All said and done, with a 5.5-inch Galaxy S7 Edge, Samsung needs to offer something slightly bigger in the Note 6 to appeal to buyers, or those seeking an upgrade. If Samsung can keep the design nearly identical, slim out the bezels, and add a bigger screen, the Note 6 will be one excellent smartphone.
Note 6 Iris (Eye) Scanner
Over the course of the past few years we’ve heard multiple reports, leaks and rumors that Samsung is working on a brand new technology for smartphones. A Retina or Iris scanner to replace the fingerprint scanner technology. Simply looking at the phone will unlock it, once it scans and confirms a users Retina or Iris.
It sounds like something out of a James Bond or mission impossible movie, but it could finally be coming. We heard it would debut on the Galaxy S7, but obviously didn’t. It makes sense for Samsung more business focused, high end Note 6 to showcase the technology instead. Adding extra features and security to the phablet.
Above is an image reported by SamMobile, which reportedly confirms the Iris Eye Scanner is in the works. It shows that Samsung has ordered “Iris Cam” parts for an upcoming device. There’s no specific mention of the Note 6, but obviously that makes the most sense right now. The company could be testing this before deciding 100% that it’s ready for prime-time.
The Galaxy Note 6 will probably be very similar to the model released last year, but better. Adding water resistance, more features, a bigger screen and other things we’ll detail below. The leak above states that the Iris scanner wasn’t confirmed, but not ruled out either.
Micro-SD Slot
Just like the Galaxy S6 the Galaxy Note 5 didn’t have a micro-SD slot to expand storage, or a removable battery. Two features everyone loved from the S5 and Galaxy Note 4. Samsung quickly learned that buyers want expandable storage, and returned it on the Galaxy S7 and S7 Edge earlier this year. It’s inside the SIM card tray.
It’s fair to assume the Note 6 will have a micro-SD card for storage expansion, and possibly even more than 32GB of internal storage. Samsung recently started mass producing 256GB internal storage chips, which could debut on the Galaxy Note 6. That would be impressive, but also do away with the need for a micro-SD slot. We’ll either see a Galaxy Note 6 with tons of storage, or a base model offering a micro-SD slot so owners can choose to expand storage if needed. Making it more feature-complete than last years Note 5.
Galaxy Note 6 Specs
The Galaxy Note lineup is know for being the best of Samsung. Big screens, powerful processors, and it’s released further in the year with the latest cutting edge technology. Even if it arrives early this year, the Note 6 will be very powerful. With that in mind, below is what we could see from the Galaxy Note 6 based on previous phones and upgrade cycles, what’s available now, rumors, and what rumors suggest.
Galaxy Note 6 Specs (Speculation & Rumors)
- 5.8-inch 2560 x 1440 Quad-HD Display (Might be curved)
- Samsung Exynos 8-core Processor with 6GB of RAM (US may have Snapdragon 823)
- 36/64GB Storage with micro-SD support to expand storage
- Android N (will launch with Android 6.1 or 7.0 “N”)
- 12 DualPixel Camera with IOS (improved software, features)
- 5-8 MP Front Camera with f/1.7 aperture
- Premium all metal design
- Fingerprint Scanner, Samsung Pay, USB Type-C (maybe)
- Iris Eye Scanner technology
- Fold-out S-Pen stylus that doubles as a kickstand (Rumored)
- 4,000 mAh Battery with Fast Charge, Fast Wireless Charging
- IP68 dust and water resistant
- more
It’s quite the list, but everything mentioned above is highly possible for the Galaxy Note 6. Samsung typically uses its own processors, adds more RAM, the latest tech, and its slightly better than the Galaxy S7 in most areas.
The Galaxy S7 has a new 12 “Dual Pixel” camera, and it was extremely impressive in our full review. Using a new Dual Pixel technology for fast auto-focus, improved low light, and a fast f/1.7 aperture. A big leak from GSMHelpDesk claims it will be 12 DualPixels again, but better than the S7 with more features, options and advanced controls.
For now nothing is “confirmed” but the list above could be close to accurate. The GSM leak states that there will indeed be a 4,000 mAh battery, which is extremely exciting. Samsung increased the Galaxy S7 from 2,550 (on S6) to 3,000 mAh and 3,600 mAh in the Galaxy S7 Edge. Comparing that to the 3,000 mAh in the Note 5, we could see something much bigger later this year in the Note 6. We’re hearing it will be a 4,000 mAh battery with fast and wireless charging.
Galaxy Note 6 Release Date
The Galaxy Note 5 was released two months earlier than the model before it, and now in 2016 the Galaxy S7 arrived a month faster than last year. If that track record tells us anything, Samsung will deliver the Galaxy Note 6 earlier this year than ever before. In fact, earlier this month an analyst predicted the Note 6 would be announced and released in July, beating Apple to market, and follow the trend of an earlier release than the year before. Other sources are claiming something similar. It will arrive shortly after Google releases Android N to the public.
Samsung will want to beat the new iPhone 7 to market, which usually arrives in September, although we’re hearing this year Apple could release it earlier too. Even if they do, Samsung should be on track to release the Note 6 before August, or within the first week or so of the month.
A report out of Korea isn’t the only one saying the Note 6 will be released in July, so that’s good news. Again, nothing is remotely official yet, but given everything we’ve seen from Samsung over the past few years suggests the above information is rather accurate. An improved yet similar design, big display, water resistance, micro-SD slot, a bigger battery, and running the latest version of Android. Google’s already confirmed Android N will be released this summer, and the Samsung Galaxy Note 6 could be the first non-Nexus smartphone to be released running Google’s latest. Interested yet? Stay tuned for more details.
Source : http://www.gottabemobile.com
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