{"id":12887,"date":"2014-04-30T01:40:03","date_gmt":"2014-04-29T18:40:03","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/wellconnectedmom.com\/blog\/?p=12887"},"modified":"2014-04-30T02:16:17","modified_gmt":"2014-04-29T19:16:17","slug":"considering-the-samsung-galaxy-s5","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/wellconnectedmom.com\/blog\/considering-the-samsung-galaxy-s5\/","title":{"rendered":"6 Cool Features in Considering the Samsung Galaxy S5"},"content":{"rendered":"

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Considering the Samsung Galaxy S5? \u00a0We often get asked, is it worth it to upgrade to the latest and greatest phone on the market. \u00a0Our answer? It depends. \u00a0First of all, it depends how old your phone is. \u00a0If it’s a couple of Android generations back, it may be time to upgrade to benefit from the latest Android and Bluetooth features.<\/p>\n

If you have last year’s model, well, waiting another year might be in order…unless the new features would totally benefit you. \u00a0For example, if you’ve dropped your phone in water a couple of times, a water resistant phone will save you more money in the long-term.<\/p>\n

In considring the Samsung Galaxy S5, there are a lot of features we like about the smartphone, like it’s increased 4 quad-core processor for super fast movements and its\u00a02,800 mAh battery, which is slightly better than it’s S4 2,600 mAh battery predecessor in the Galaxy S4. \u00a0Samsung has improved the Galaxy in a number of areas. \u00a0In addition to increasing the camera quality, here are 5 more features to keep in mind when considering the\u00a0<\/span>Samsung\u00a0Galaxy S5…<\/span><\/p>\n

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Considering the Samsung Galaxy S5 New Features\u00a0<\/span><\/h2>\n

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1. \u00a016 Megapixel Camera<\/span><\/h2>\n

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Provides rich colors and choice of what object is the focus of the picture.<\/p><\/div><\/p>\n

The Galaxy S5’s 5.1 HD Super AMOLED screen makes taking and viewing pictures a delight! \u00a0Right away you’ll notice it’s phase detection autofocus which makes it faster to get your shot in focus. \u00a0Interestingly enough, the Galaxy S5 has a true 16:9 aspect sensor, which means you photos will finally fill your entire 16:9 ratio TV screen without distortion. \u00a0And guess what? \u00a0the GS5 also shoots video in 4K resolution. \u00a0This is the highest intensity of colors and detail available on the market today.<\/p>\n

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2. \u00a0Heart Rate Sensor<\/span><\/h2>\n

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Samsung created a built-in heart rate sensor…right into the phone. \u00a0It’s located on the back of the phone, just below the camera lens and next to the phone’s flash. \u00a0Just press your finger lightly onto this space and a red light turns on to sense your heartbeat through the pumping of the blood in your finger. \u00a0You get to the app through Samsung’s own app, S Health. \u00a0Within this app you can get a list of all your readings or see them on a chart graphically. \u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n

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3. \u00a0Finger Swipe Security<\/span><\/h2>\n

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Not to be outdone by the fingerprint scanner on the iPhone 5S, Samsung has now included one on the GS 5, only with the iPhone 5S you hold your finger there to activate and with the GS5, you need to swipe your finger over the sensor. \u00a0Samsung anticipates there will be many apps down the road, utilizing this fingerprint authentication for their security and authorizations. The finger swipe security works pretty well. \u00a0At times I have difficulty with it, but if it doesn’t work, you can enter a typed in password that you predetermine ahead of time. \u00a0I also like that you can instantly take pictures, even if you haven’t swiped your finger to gain access into the phone.<\/p>\n

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4. \u00a0Waterproof<\/span><\/h2>\n

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Although Samsung doesn’t come out and call the \u00a0Galaxy S5 waterproof, it’s pretty much is. \u00a0Samsung received IP67 certification for the GS5, which means it’s water and dust resistant. \u00a0The micro charging input port comes with a swivel cover that you’re supposed to close after releasing the charging cord. \u00a0It’s a little annoying, but I see how this helps protect the phone from water situations. \u00a0 If you lift of the back cover of the phone, you see a rubber seal that protects the innards from water.<\/span><\/p>\n

Although I have not been gutsy enough to try my own tests of submerging the GS5 in water, I have watched a number of videos that show it can be submerged for several minutes and still work fine. \u00a0It’s really amazing. \u00a0Here’s a video I found online to show you…
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