Samsung Galaxy Note 5 Impressions! (& GS6 Edge+)
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Galaxy Note 5 and Galaxy S6 Edge Plus! Hands on and first impressions of Samsung's 2 BIG new Android flagships. Video Gear I use: amzn.com Intro Track: Deadmau5 - Slow Down, Start Over ~ twitter.com google.com @MarquesBrownlee @MKBHD @MKBHD
Marques Brownlee begins with a quick hands-on of Samsung's two big new flagships, the Galaxy Note 5 and the Galaxy S6 Edge Plus. He breaks down the high-level specs on paper, highlighting the octa-core Exynos/Qualcomm-like performance, 4 GB of RAM, a 5.7-inch quad HD Super AMOLED display, a 16-megapixel camera with optical image stabilization, and the shaping of the device into a premium all-metal and glass chassis. He notes the note is sleeker with thinner bezels and a redesigned back that curves to fit a touch better in one hand, but cautions that the body remains slippery and that internal changes come with the trade-offs of no removable battery and no expandable storage. The S Pen is revisited with an improved metal build, a stronger tip, and stronger tactile feedback, including the ability to eject the pen from the phone with a back button and to write with the display off for quick memos. Brownlee also discusses the battery situation, acknowledging the smaller 3,000 mAh cell and the new fast wireless charging that aims to mimic wired speeds, while skeptically weighing real-world longevity against the quad HD display. Throughout, he emphasizes that his initial take is cautious optimism: the devices look promising, but practical use and battery life will determine their real-world value when he can test them more extensively in a full review. In addition to the Note 5, he covers the Galaxy S6 Edge Plus, describing it as a larger version with curved edges and a flexible home-screen edge app launcher, noting the potential convenience for accessing favorite apps and contacts. He concludes with an intent to pursue in-depth testing to judge performance, camera quality, and new features such as enhanced live streaming from the camera and overall daily usability. The video ends with a promise to follow up with a complete review and impressions after more hands-on time, inviting viewers to share thoughts about Samsung’s flagship strategy.
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Questions answered
- What are the key hardware updates in the Galaxy Note 5 compared to its predecessor?
- Key updates include the all-metal and glass design, a thinner body with slimmer bezels, a 5.7-inch quad HD display, 4 GB of RAM, and the upgraded S Pen with improved sensitivity and a more substantial metal build.
- What trade-offs does the Note 5 make regarding durability and storage?
- The Note 5 uses a non-removable battery and does not support expandable storage, which are the main trade-offs highlighted.