Xperia Z3 & Galaxy Note 4 – The Two Front-runners

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With almost a simultaneous launch, both the Sony Xperia Z3 and the Samsung Galaxy Note 4 are the top of the line devices from their respective lineup. We take a quick look at both of their specs and see where each company is targeting their current front-runners.

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Sony Xperia Z3
Samsung Galaxy Note 4
5.2-inch Triluminous display (1920 x 1080)5.7-inch Quad HD Super AMOLED display (2560 x 1440)
424ppi513ppi
Corning Gorilla Glass 3
2.5GHz Qualcomm Snapdragon 801 quad-core processor2.7GHz Qualcomm Snapdragon 805 quad-core processor
1.9GHz Exynos 5433 octa-core (1.9GHz quad + 1.3GHz quad-core) processor
Adreno 330 GPUAdreno 420 GPU / Mali-T760 GPU
3GB RAM3GB RAM
16GB/32GB internal storage32GB internal storage
up to 128GB via microSDup to 64GB via microSD
20.7-megapixel rear camera w/ f/2.0, 1/2.3-type Exmor RS sensor at ISO 1280016-megapixel rear camera w/ OIS & LED flash
2.2-megapixel front camera3.7-megapixel front camera, f/1.9 aperture
4G LTE, HSPA+4G LTE, HSPA+
Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/acWi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac
NFCNFC
Bluetooth 4.1, A2DPBluetooth 4.1, A2DP, EDR, LE
IR LED
GPS, GLONASSGPS, A-GPS, GLONASS
USB 2.0, MHL 3, USB OTGUSB 2.0, MHL
S Pen stylus
water- and dust-proofFingerprint sensor, heart rate monitor
3,100mAh battery3,220mAh battery
Android 4.4 KitKatAndroid 4.4.4 KitKat
146 x 72 x 7.3 mm153.5 x 78.6 x 8.5 mm
163 grams176 grams

Sony’s Xperia Z3 is more of an improvement to the Z2 rather than an entirely new and better handset. It’s got a faster processor, better camera (wider angle), and an overall lighter form factor. Although that may be the case, the Xperia lineup has always been an impressive device to begin with – you have NFC connectivity, a very capable 20.7-megapixel camera with proprietary lens technology, and most importantly a body able to withstand water and dust for the active individuals (or clumsy).

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We still think a significant number of consumers looking for a hardy phablet will consider buying the Xperia Z3 if they plan to upgrade.

The Samsung Galaxy Note 4, however, introduces something new to the table. It now touts a Quad HD display with a resolution of 2560 x 1440 compared to its predecessor with 1920 x 1080 pixels. As of now, the Note 4 is the only device that can be used with the company’s Gear VR which functions somewhat like an Oculus Rift but with Samsung’s phablet. There’s also the fingerprint scanner and heart rate monitor for the health-conscious.

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In addition, its multi-window feature speeds tasks while its proprietary S Pen also promises better performance — perfect for multi-taskers that are always on-the-go.

Want more of this phablet? Check out The Evolution of the Galaxy Note!

 

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Samsung Galaxy Note 4 specs revealed

Someone got excited and went ahead to publish the official hardware specs of the Galaxy Note 4.

An online retailer posted details of the Galaxy phone which is set to be launched in September 3 just in time for IFA in Berlin.

Samsung Galaxy Note 4 specs:
5.4-inch Super AMOLED display @ 2560×1440, 551ppi
Qualcomm Snapdragon 805 2.5GHz quad-core
Exynos 5433 Octa-core (4 x 1.3GHz Cortex A53, 4 Cortex A57)
4GB RAM
16GB, 32GB, 64GB internal storage
Up to 128GB via microSD
LTE 150Mbps
WiFi 802.11 a/c
Bluetooth 4.0
GPS with aGPS support
16MP OIS rear camera, dual LED flash
Android 4.4.3 Kitkat

Images of the Galaxy Note 4 appeared online just several days ago (see photo here).

{ via hothardware.com}

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Samsung Galaxy Note 4 specs revealed

Someone got excited and went ahead to publish the official hardware specs of the Galaxy Note 4.

An online retailer posted details of the Galaxy phone which is set to be launched in September 3 just in time for IFA in Berlin.

Samsung Galaxy Note 4 specs:
5.4-inch Super AMOLED display @ 2560×1440, 551ppi
Qualcomm Snapdragon 805 2.5GHz quad-core
Exynos 5433 Octa-core (4 x 1.3GHz Cortex A53, 4 Cortex A57)
4GB RAM
16GB, 32GB, 64GB internal storage
Up to 128GB via microSD
LTE 150Mbps
WiFi 802.11 a/c
Bluetooth 4.0
GPS with aGPS support
16MP OIS rear camera, dual LED flash
Android 4.4.3 Kitkat

Images of the Galaxy Note 4 appeared online just several days ago (see photo here).

{ via hothardware.com}

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Samsung Galaxy Note 4 announcement confirmed?

An executive from Samsung’s top-tier display supplier confirms the date of introduction of the anticipated Galaxy Note 4. According to him, it will be on early September which is aimed to go up against Apple’s 5.5-inch iPhone 6.

Concept image from note4galaxy.com

Concept image from note4galaxy.com

“Samsung will hold an event to announce the Note 4 on Sept. 3, just few days before this year’s IFA trade fair in Berlin, Germany ? Europe’s biggest technology exhibition,” said an executive from Samsung’s top-tier display supplier.

Previous rumors suggest that there will be two variants of the Galaxy Note 4 – one with 1.3GHz octa-core Exynos 4533 processor and ARM Mali-T760 GPU; while the other with 2.5GHz Snapdragon 805 CPU and Adreno 420 GPU. Other specs include 3GB RAM, 2K display, 16MP camera with 4K video, 32GB internal storage, ultraviolet sensor, and LTE.

The report also confirms that there will be a version with a flexible OLED display other than the 5.7-inch flat screen during the exhibit so that’s one more thing to look forward to. With these specs, Samsung is determined to take on Apple’s phablet iPhone6.

If you were to choose, would you opt for a Galaxy Note 4 or would you still rather have the iPhone 6?

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