South Korean-based company Samsung released two new phones during the Mobile World Congress in Spain, according to CNET. The two phones, the Samsung Galaxy S6 and Samsung Galaxy S6 Edge bare a similar resemblance – both run Android 5.0 Lollipop, but the Galaxy S6 Edge brings something unique to the mobile phone world. The S6 Edge’s display cascades slightly over the edge around the long sides of the phone, which allows users to see who is calling them if the phone is face-down through color-coding contacts. “The new phones look awesome. I’m sure Samsung is giving other competitors a run for their money with this unveiling,” said Jeffrey Whiting, a sophomore from Arizona studying exercise and sport science. Samsung plans on using the “edges” for a variety of new features. However, one feature that has been talked a lot about is called “People Edge,” according to Android Authority, an online website devoted to all things Android. People Edge allows you to access five of your favorite contacts from the edge and allows you to call, message, or receive notifications from them without unlocking the phone, Android Authority continued.“I think the Edge brings something unique to the table. It may not be what we need, but people will learn to adjust to it,” said Ethan Secrist, a junior from Idaho studying political science. Additionally, the devices both hold an array of features under the surface. The spec sheets read 64-bit, octa-core Exynos 7420 processors lining up alongside 16-megapixel, OIS-enhanced rear-mounted cameras, and a 5.1 inch, 2k display, according to Samsung. Samsung boasted it would have the “fastest, brightest camera on the market” and showed how it was able to illuminate a night scene, according to ABC News. On top of the already mentioned features, both the Samsung Galaxy S6 and Samsung Galaxy S6 Edge are outfitted with wireless charging, according to ABC News. Samsung says the devices can get enough charge for four hours of everyday use.“Wireless charging is something that Samsung is probably going to lead in. I’m impressed with all the features. Technology never ceases to amaze,” said Lauren Anderson, a sophomore from Arizona who is undeclared. Although a variety of new features were revealed, Samsung also removed some key features that set Samsung phones apart of the rest of the mobile phone world. According to CNET, the S6 and S6 Edge lack a removable battery and additional storage via microSD. The two also lack the waterproofing that the S5 came with. Both phones are Samsung’s newest mobile innovations featuring a gorilla glass build with metal borders, as opposed to the plastic build previous Samsung Galaxy phones used. Both devices will be available on April 10 in 20 countries. Uploaded March 11, 2015
Writer: Jared Roberts
