The Samsung Galaxy S6 Edge+ is a great feat of engineering. This is one of the only phones out there that has the cool feature that stands out from the crowd. Even with a case on it, it truly looks, and feels, different. It reminds me of the difference from a regular swimming pool and an infinity pool. It seems like the screen keeps on going and never ends. It has amazing color, clarity, and depth. And I got the gold color phone. It isn't too gold that makes you feel like a '90's rapper or a NY real estate developer to be left un-named. It is just cool enough.
It feels amazing in your hand, even though it is still a nice large screen. The slim edge makes it fit much better in the hand that other similar size devices. There is less of a frame to wrap your hands around. And the back is also a cool glass that also creates a nice grip in your hand. It doesn't slip like some other devices out there.
The additional functionality with the edge is very smart and intuitive. It is nice to have the ticker functionality, and the alarm clock function is pretty nice too. It also seems to run much faster than I expected. It seems like more than just 1 step up from last year's model I had. I was a little concerned about having the back sealed, but the battery life has been beyond expectations - I haven't needed a second battery.
On top of everything else, the actual phone reception is much better than my previous phone - which was last year's top model from another mfg. This is a much welcomed surprise. Sometimes I forget how important the actual phone reception is, but it is truly an amazing upgrade. I don't know how they did it. I live in the mountains of NC, and there were several places where I would drop a call on my 1 hr drive home. Now, I can drive the entire distance on the phone without dropping the call.
There are so many other great features to mention. The camera is amazing. I am a photographer by trade. I usually don't use the phone camera for anything serious, but this phone does a great job. There is a pro mode that lets you adjust ISO, white balance, saturation, shutter speed, zoom, and even a manual focus. I have never experienced this level of functionality with a cell phone camera.
All of the other functions are top notch as well. I don't have enough time to dive into detail on all of the great features. The speaker come out of the bottom, so it does well in your hand, on a table, and anywhere else. But everything else is top of the line, as you would expect from this level of phone.
Oh, the last thing I want to mention is the wireless charger. It is awesome to be able to plop it down without having to plug anything in. When you put it on the base, it has a feature that tells you it is charging. They haven't left any feature untouched without adding the "cool."
Pros: Realistic color, Bright display, Built-in speakers, Lightweight, cool factor, unique, accessory integration, pro level camera functionality, upgraded phone reception
I would recommend this to a friend!
Features
5
Performance
5
Design
5
Value
4
Written by a customer while visiting Samsung US
Customer Rating
5
A Great Phone - Even for a Person Who is Old Enough to Remember the 70's
on December 2, 2015
Posted by: TheHonestScoop
from Chapel Hill, NC USA
I had a Galaxy S-3 and finally decided that it was time for an upgrade. I had admired the S-6 Edge while strolling through the store, and decided that it offered much more attractive styling than the regular Galaxy and was also bigger - a relevant factor as those years march on. Don't laugh, you'll get there one day. It had a very nice camera, and I LOVE the way you can put your favorite apps and frequently contacted people over on the edge and just roll them over when needed. So convenient. This phone also has a much faster video process than the older Galaxies. Only one button to push - so you can get those oh-so-funny moments to post on YouTube. The difference in the battery life is spectacular. This phone is often still at 70% at the end of the day, where my old one was on life support by 2:00 in the afternoon. I got a nice leather case for it, and have proceeded to drop it on wood floors, parking lots, and bathroom floors to no ill effect. I does NOT fit nicely into a pocket, as it is biggish and pockets are getting smaller all the time. Don't those clothing manufacturers get it? I have no bad things to say about this phone, and have been most pleased with it. The best thing is that my friends all think it looks much spiffier than their phones.
Pros: looks much cooler
Cons: none
I would recommend this to a friend!
Features
5
Performance
5
Design
5
Value
4
Written by a customer while visiting Samsung US
Customer Rating
5
#Love #Love
on December 3, 2015
Posted by: 2Pink4Me
from New Jersey
Expertise:Intermediate
Size: if you are worried about size... Worry no more, its a tad bit bigger than Samsung 5/6. I love it!
features: I am still learning but I love the side view of the time/ alarm clock/ weather etc, I also love the themed that I can apply.
Performance: much faster than my previous phone (samsung 5) Design: beautiful and perfect!!
I've always been a fan of Samsung devices, all the way back to the s3. They never fail to impress me when I purchase a new device from them. This phone is sleek, beautiful, and does just what you need it to. Plus, I love the themes that are preloaded onto it. No more having to download different launchers that lag my phone to personalize! Its fast, takes amazing pictures, and has great sound. I'd recommend it to anyone.