[Smartphone] Samsung Galaxy S6 and Galaxy S6 Edge launched in India

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Samsung today unveiled its most-awaited smartphones, Galaxy S6 and Galaxy S6 Edge, in India. Earlier during the month, they were announced at the Mobile World Congress held at Barcelona, Spain. Beautifully crafted from metal and glass, and a bouquet of first-of-its-kind technology, these devices define the future of mobility.

Samsung Galaxy S6

The launch of the new phones offers consumers in India the ultimate smartphone experience with a new standard that will drive the global mobile agenda, with cutting-edge design, robust partner network and novel services.

The Galaxy S6 Edge shows unique and outstanding beauty while providing a solid grip and an immersive viewing experience with the world's first curved display on both sides. Ushering in the next era of connected mobility, the two devices offer a re-imagined user experience, the fastest charging technology, intuitive features, defense grade mobile security, touch fingerprint scanner and data protection through an upgraded Samsung KNOX security system.

It is important to note that the Indian R&D team has been involved in the development of these devices with many engineers involved in the application and modem processor software development that has made these devices the most powerful smartphones in the world. Expert engineers in multimedia have enhanced the camera experience with HDR and Virtual Shot. In addition, a large part of internet browser, personalized themes and fast speeds with download booster that combine LTE and WiFi data for apps has been developed and built by the Indian R&D team.



Carefully crafted from metal and glass, these smartphones blend purposeful design with powerful features. The Galaxy S6 Edge particularly, shows unique and outstanding beauty while also providing a solid grip and an immersive viewing experience with 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 colorful jewel tones, including White Pearl, Black Sapphire, Gold Platinum, Blue Topaz (Galaxy S6) and Green Emerald (Galaxy S6 Edge), which elicit a unique visual texture as it reflects natural light. This timeless design required the first-of-its-kind glass crafting technology and unmatched quality control, setting them apart from every other mobile device on the market. The premium device aesthetics deliver true value and are complemented by a totally new and lighter interface that greatly enhances usability and functionality. A refined and fully optimized user experience simplifies applications and offers features and settings in a more intuitive way.


These devices are equipped with an incredibly vivid, bright and fast front and rear camera. The F1.9 lenses and high resolution sensors on both front (5 MP) and rear (16 MP) 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 give 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, these smartphones 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 Samsung Galaxy S5, providing about 4 hours of usage after only 10 minutes of charging.

These thin (6.8 mm/7.0mm Edge) and lightweight (138g /132g Edge) devices integrate the most advanced, cutting-edge, Samsung core technology available today. The world's first 14 nm mobile processor with 64-bit platform, 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 1440P/VP9 hardware based codec 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 577 ppi. Enhanced outdoor visibility with a brighter display of 600 cd/m(square) lets consumers experience content without compromise – anywhere, at any time.


These smartphones are built on the upgraded Samsung KNOX, end-to-end secure mobile platform, offering defense-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 priced at INR 49,900 (32 GB), INR 55,900 (64 GB) and INR 61,900 (128 GB), while Galaxy S6 Edge is available at a price of INR 58,900 (32 GB), INR 64,900 (64 GB) and INR 70,900 (128 GB).

These devices will be available in India starting from April 10, 2015 with 32/64/128 GB storage options available in White Pearl, Black Sapphire, Gold Platinum, Blue Topaz (Galaxy S6 only) and Green Emerald (Galaxy S6 Edge only).



Samsung Galaxy S6 Edge Green Emerald


Samsung has partnered with Bharti Airtel which will offer double data benefit to its users on select prepaid and postpaid data pack/plan subscription. While users on Airtel 4G will be able to enjoy double data benefit for a period of 6 months, 3G users can avail it for 2 months. Specific details of this offer will be announced once the devices are available.



Samsung Galaxy S6 specifications


Operating System: Android 5.0 (Lollipop)

Processor: 2.1 GHz + 1.5 GHz octa-core

Memory: 3 GB RAM

Storage: 32/64/128 GB internal

Display: 5.1 inch quad HD Super AMOLED

Resolution (pixels): 2560x1440

File formats: MP4, M4V, 3GP, 3G2, WMV, ASF, AVI, FLV, MKV, WEBM, VP9, MP3, M4A, 3GA, AAC, OGG, OGA, WAV, WMA, AMR, AWB, FLAC, MID, MIDI, XMF, MXMF, IMY, RTTTL, RTX, OTA

Primary camera: 16 megapixel

Secondary camera: 5 megapixel

Interface: WiFi, Bluetooth, USB, NFC, IR

Battery: 2,550 mAh

Dimensions (WidthxHeightxDepth): 70.5x143.4x6.8 mm

Weight: 138 g

Price: Get a price on the Samsung Galaxy S6

Samsung Galaxy S6 Edge specifications


Operating System: Android 5.0 (Lollipop)

Processor: 2.1 GHz + 1.5 GHz octa-core

Memory: 3 GB RAM

Storage: 32/64/128 GB internal

Display: 5.1 inch quad HD Super AMOLED dual edge

Resolution (pixels): 2560x1440

File formats: MP4, M4V, 3GP, 3G2, WMV, ASF, AVI, FLV, MKV, WEBM, VP9, MP3, M4A, 3GA, AAC, OGG, OGA, WAV, WMA, AMR, AWB, FLAC, MID, MIDI, XMF, MXMF, IMY, RTTTL, RTX, OTA

Primary camera: 16 megapixel

Secondary camera: 5 megapixel

Interface: WiFi, Bluetooth, USB, NFC, IR

Battery: 2,600 mAh

Dimensions (WidthxHeightxDepth): 70.1x142.1x7.0 mm

Weight: 132 g

Price: Get a price on the Samsung Galaxy S6 Edge

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