The Galaxy S7 Edge is a very capable phone. it's a good iteration from the S6 and is a major step up from the S5. I usually purchase the odd number Samsung S series phones so I was coming from the S5 to the S7. With that said I do have experience using an S6 for a time to compare. Coming from the S5 is almost an upgrade in all way except the change of a few features. The removal of the IR Blaster is a shame. It was handy universal remote that I found myself using a lot when traveling. While not something I used frequently the removable battery was a quick way to reset the device. The plastic housing of the S5 had a better grip in the hand. The S7 is a bit slick and if you don't have positive grip on the phone it could slip from your grasp. Now with that said the things I do find great. The increased battery, and better power management in Android 6, are a significant improvement over the previous generations. The overall build quality is great. On par with the S6 but much better than the s5. It feels solid in the hand. The camera is just amazing. It's quick to focus and so far I've noticed great color reproduction and detail in the photos. The pro mode is a nice touch with the ability to save Adobe DNG raw files. Although these save to the on board memory so I could see that filling up if you don't copy the raw files off the phone.
This is more of a first impression with the phone as I've only used it for a few weeks since it's launch. Overall I'm happy with the S7 edge. It's met and in some ways surpassed my expectations as an upgrade to my older S5.
Pros: Bright display, sd card, waterproof, battery life, camera
Cons: missing ir blaster, not usb c
Features
4
Performance
5
Design
5
Value
4
Written by a customer while visiting Samsung US
Customer Rating
5
Super Fast
on March 23, 2016
Posted by: UBERGALAXY
from Chicago
Expertise:Intermediate
Great for your everyday tech needs from texting to streaming this phone can do it all and it's super fast clear calls fabulous pictures. Couldn't expect less from a Galaxy!
Pros: Realistic color, Bright display
Cons: the hold call icon is right on top during calls.
I would recommend this to a friend!
Features
5
Performance
5
Design
5
Value
5
Written by a customer while visiting Samsung US
Customer Rating
5
Great Sized, Beautiful Powerhouse
on March 23, 2016
Posted by: MikiBee
from Cedar Park, TX
Expertise:Intermediate
I love the look and feel of this phone. It's lightweight, yet substantial. So many great features, speedy, has a great camera, great sound quality.... So much more. I love this phone more than any other I've owned.
This is w wonderful device. I am having battery issues and it could be Carrier related along with Samsung unnecessary apps that I don't use. Also having Google apps I don't use and these apps can't be removed. Other than that I'm loving the device.
Pros: Bright display, Lightweight
I would recommend this to a friend!
Features
5
Performance
4
Design
5
Value
4
Written by a customer while visiting Samsung US
Customer Rating
5
Amazing
on March 23, 2016
Posted by: Smoke62
from Crowley, LA
For a guy who is not so tech savvy. the Samsung Galaxy S7 makes my job even easier. I absolutely love the display, the true to life colors are amazing. The picture quality from either camera is outstanding. Took some pictures last night of a full moon and a cloudy sky, let's just say breath taking. The Samsung Galaxy S7 is even better than advertised. Oh wasn't going to mention this but...dropped it in the wash basin, completely submerged, no problem here. I love my Samsung Galaxy S7. Get yours today!
I have been using Samsung Galaxy phones since they were introduced. I usually get a new phone every other year. Moving from the Galaxy 5 to the 7 Edge is unbelievable. The phone is very easy to use and the features blow away anything that is on the market. This is without a doubt the best phone I have used and will continue to use Samsung phones.