by Rea Gierran
MANILA – Samsung Electronics Philippines revealed their latest innovation in smartphone technology at the Samsung Hall in SM Aura Premiere: the Galaxy S7 and S7 Edge. Also part of the launch is a sneak peek of Gear S2 smartwatch in platinum and rose gold finish, and the Gear VR.
Samsung Galaxy S7 and S7 Edge defy mobile phone limitations. Through its IP68 certification feature, the new Samsung Gakaxy can withstand being submerged under water. Apart from being water-resistant, Galaxy S7 and S7 Edge phones are cap-less and dust-resistant.
It has also set a new benchmark for smartphone photography. Dual photodiode technology, the same feature available in professional DSLR cameras, was built into a smartphone for the very first time–producing crisp, strikingly clear photos. Memory starts from 32GB and is expandable up to 200GB. S7 also has improved battery life with 300mAH battery while the Galaxy S7 Edge has a 3600 mAH. Both support Ultra Fast Charging as well as built-in wireless charging.
Samsung also introduced Gear VR, its version of a virtual reality headset to the Philippine market. With its accelerometer and gyroscope, the Gear VR promises a 360-degree immersive viewing and gaming experience.
Aside from the Gear VR, Galaxy S7 and S7 Edge can also seamlessly connect with Gear S2, which is perfect for people who are always on the go.
“We are proud to reinforce our status as the leader and driver of mobile innovation by bringing Samsung’s flagship offering to the Philippine market. With Galaxy S7 edge and S7 we enjoin more Filipinos to go beyond their limits and see their Samsung Galaxy smartphones as a hub to a new and exciting experiences through our wearable devices, the Gear VR and the Gear S2, said Digs Dimagiba, Business Unit Head of IT and Mobile Division of Samsung Electronics Philippines.
The Samsung Gear VR is available starting February 26, 2016, while you may pre-view and experience the Galaxy S7 edge and S7 at Samsung Experience Stores from March 14-16.
