Samsung Electronics, a leading multinational electronics company, recently introduced the new Galaxy S6 and Galaxy S6 edge to the GCC at the World Tour event held in Dubai, UAE.

Dubai is the first city globally to host the Samsung World Tour which will see the launch of the new flagships in different cities around the world.

“When consumers see the Samsung Galaxy S6 and the Galaxy S6 edge, they’ll see the future of mobility. Both are dynamic new additions to Samsung’s portfolio, but they are also powerful performers and intuitive devices that make sharing, exploring and creating more enjoyable and enriching than ever before,” said Hayssam Yassine, head of telecommunications group at Samsung Gulf Electronics. “As the next generation in our Galaxy line, the S6 and the S6 edge are designed to help our customers go beyond convention and create meaningful experiences from the palms of their hands.”

The Galaxy S6 edge shows unique and outstanding beauty while also providing a solid grip and an immersive viewing experience with what the company claims is the world’s first curved display on both sides. Its glass body, made from the toughest glass to date, Corning Gorilla Glass 4, is available in an array of colourful jewel tones, including White Pearl, Black Sapphire, Gold Platinum, Blue Topaz and Green Emerald, which elicit a unique visual texture as it reflects natural light.

The Galaxy S6 and Galaxy S6 edge are equipped with an incredibly vivid, bright and fast front and rear camera. The F1.9 lenses and high resolution sensors on both front (5MP) and rear (16MP) cameras provide the most superior image quality in a smartphone, even in the dark. In addition, Auto Real-time High Dynamic Range (HDR), Smart Optical Image Stabilization (OIS) and IR Detect White Balance provide advanced light sensitivities and crisp camera solutions. Furthermore, a new “Quick Launch” feature gives users fast, direct access to the camera from any screen in just 0.7 seconds by simply double clicking the home key button. These advanced camera functions enable users to capture their most precious and personal moments in uncompromising quality, however and wherever they want.

With fully embedded WPC and PMA certified wireless charging technology, the Galaxy S6 and Galaxy S6 edge are setting a new industry standard for universal wireless charging. The devices work with any wireless pad available in the market that supports WPC and PMA standards. They also sport incredibly fast wired charging - 1.5 times faster than the Galaxy S5 - providing about four hours of usage after only 10 minutes of charging.

The thin (6.8 mm/7.0mm edge) and lightweight (138g /132g edge) Galaxy S6 and Galaxy S6 Edge integrate the most advanced Samsung core technology available today. Claimed as the world’s first 14nm mobile processor with 64-bit platform, the new LPDDR4 memory system and UFS 2.0 flash memory provides higher performance and enhanced memory speed with lower power consumption. Moreover, the world’s first mobile 1440P/VP9 hardware based decoder enables users to enjoy high resolution streaming video while also using less power. In addition, the 5.1-inch Quad HD Super AMOLED screen offers users the highest pixel density of 577ppi.

The Galaxy S6 and Galaxy S6 edge are built on the upgraded Samsung KNOX, end-to-end secure mobile platform, offering defence-grade features for real-time protection from potential malicious attacks. Both of these new devices are also ready for immediate enterprise adoption, with market leading MDMs and KNOX enhancements enabled at launch to simplify and improve mobile device management. Additionally, the Find My Mobile feature secures lost devices and protects personal information through a number of services, including the all new remotely controlled “Reactivation lock.” With an enhanced touch-type fingerprint scanner, it also provides quick authentication and saves encrypted data in secure device storage.

The Samsung Galaxy S6 is currently available for pre-order in four models. The Galaxy S6 32GB retails at BD269 ($709.3) and the Galaxy S6 64GB retails at BD 299 ($788.4). The Galaxy S6 Duos 32GB retails at BD 279 ($735.7) and the Galaxy S6 Duos 64GB retails at BD 309 ($814.8).

The Samsung Galaxy S6 edge is currently available in three models. The Samsung Galaxy S6 edge 32GB retails at BD 319 ($841.2). The Galaxy S6 edge 64GB retails at BD 352 ($928.2) and the Galaxy S6 edge 128GB retails at BD 390 ($1,028.4). - TradeArabia News Service