Samsung Galaxy Note 5

The video kicks off with a candid reintroduction to the Galaxy Note line, noting the massive footprint that initially put Linus off in earlier years. The host soon shifts to a physical tour of the Note 5, describing its leather skin finish from Dbrand, the camera module, and the rear hardware details such as the lock button on the right and the volume rockers on the left. He highlights the 5.7 inch 1440p AMOLED display with its extremely slim bezels and praises the screen quality, color accuracy, and deep blacks while admitting a preference for onscreen navigation buttons over the capacitive ones for video watching. The Notes’ S Pen is introduced as a feature that, while useful for some, may not be essential for everyone, and the video notes how the stylus is powered by a retractable housing and is largely battery free, with palm rejection performing well in practice. The host also riffs on the device’s high-end finish and ergonomic feel, acknowledging that despite its size it remains more manageable than other phablets he has handled, like the One Max or iPhone 6 Plus. The discussion then pivots to a broader hardware overview, comparing the Note 5 to the S6, noting that almost all capabilities are present, but with a lighter emphasis on the old removable battery and expandable storage. The review teases a balanced verdict: the Note 5 looks, feels, and performs well, yet it sacrifices some of the long-term customization and upgradeability that powered the Note line in the past, setting up a nuanced conclusion about its place in Samsung’s lineup.

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