Samsung Galaxy S7 and larger S7 Edge dimensions compared against the S6

Earlier today, we told you guys all about rumors of this year�s Samsung Galaxy S7 being joined by a larger sized Samsung Galaxy S7 Edge model. We know the regular S7 would feature a slighter larger 5.2-inch display, while the S7 Edge would be a 5.5-inch curved AMOLED display.
If you�re anything like us, you�re probably wondering how this will translate into the overall dimensions of each these device and how much larger the S7 might be when compared to last year�s Samsung Galaxy S6, one of our favorite petite-sized Androids.

In a new leak tipped by Shai Mizrachi for Android Authority, alleged dimensions for both these devices appear to have been leaked, taken from what appears to be a 3D CAD render used by 3rd party case manufacturers. The best part about the leak is we get a look at the front and tops of the phones as compared against last year�s S6. This gives us a great idea of what to possibly expect when the pair of new Galaxy devices are announced in February of next year.

As you can see (and seemingly confirmed by other leaks), both the Galaxy S7 and S7 Edge will have slightly curved backs, similar to the Galaxy Samsung Note 5, only much less prominent. We�ll keep our fingers crossed that Samsung had the sense to include a bigger battery in what appears to be a slightly thicker form factor, but we�ll have to wait and see. The camera also seems to less pronounced, a feature of Samsung�s newly announced BRITECELL camera tech.

Our favorite part is that the regular S7 and S6 are both reportedly the same height, with a slightly smaller bottom bezel coming on the S7. With most Android flagships unapologetically growing taller each year, it�s nice Samsung isn�t sipping that Kool-Aid � at least not with their staple. You�ll also noticed the absence of an IR blaster along the top, something we really hope doesn�t come to pass (we love universal remote functionality).

Despite telling myself that I would calm my mammaries for next year�s Galaxy device, I�m already feeling the hype take hold. Anyone else excited for next year�s new Samsung releases?

New alleged Samsung Galaxy S7 case renders give us a closer look at the thing

GSMArena and case manufacturer ITSKINS have teamed up again to provide another set of case renders for an upcoming phone. 2016�s top challenger � otherwise known as the Samsung Galaxy S7 � is the device being paraded this time.

The renders are quite interesting a couple of different ways. For starters, they seemingly confirm that the Samsung Galaxy S7 will have an overall shape and size similar to this year�s Galaxy S6. There are a couple of subtlties worth noting, namely that the curve on the rear of the regular Galaxy S7 will be more profound, while the Galaxy S7 Edge won�t have a rear curve ( which makes sense as it�ll have a curved display).


The renders also show a different home button compared to what previous CAD renders told us to expect. While the home button on those renders were wider and squared off, Samsung seems to have simply made a bigger version of the Samsung Galaxy S6�s home button.

But there�s reason to hold off on believing that either set of the leaked renders are telling the truth. Case manufacturers typically only get dimensions for depth, width, and height of the device, but don�t always necessarily have access to intricate details about other external quirks.

The biggest evidence of this was seen with the Nexus 6P�s leaked cases � manufacturers� early renders covered up the device�s rear panel which houses sensors, and it was only after the device was made official that the renders were tweaked to reflect that. That said, we�d imagine something like the home button�s exact shape is something case manufacturers would need in case they are looking to create full body cases (like the Otterbox Defender) so it�s possible ITSKINS does have access to that info.

All that aside, it�s still important to remember that case renders are not to be taken as gospel. We�ve seen some case manufacturers use fan-made renders to show off their cases early, and it wouldn�t surprise us if this Galaxy S7 render was simply a modified Samsung Galaxy S6 as rumors say to expect a near-identical design. Take it for what you will.

Rumor: Samsung Galaxy S7 will cost you more money, but comes with an iris scanner

According to a report out of Poland, you might want to start saving up for the Samsung Galaxy S7 you plan on buying next year. If this report is legit, Samsung plans on hiking the price for the Galaxy S7 series. According to Evan Blass (who once upon a time was well-known by his @evleaks Twitter handle), we will see four variations of the manufacturer's flagship model in 2016. They include the Samsung Galaxy S7, Samsung Galaxy S7 Edge, Samsung Galaxy S7 Edge Plus and the Samsung Galaxy S7 Plus.

Today's report states that one reason for the price hike could be the new iris scanner that Sammy plans on stuffing into the entire Galaxy S7 line. With the iris scanner on board, a steely stare at your Samsung Galaxy S7 should be able to unlock the handset, verify your identity, and basically do all of the things that a fingerprint scanner can do. Because everyone has unique patterns in their eyes, the iris scanner is the most precise type of biometrics available

Recently, we passed along to you images of some new cases said to be made for both the Samsung Galaxy S7 and the Samsung Galaxy S7 Plus. One of the photos contained an image that was claimed to be that of the Galaxy S7, which will apparently include a rectangular home button. The Galaxy S7 should be unveiled on February 21st, the day before MWC opens in Barcelona, during the Samsung Unpacked 2016 event. And a leaked road map showing China Mobile's upcoming handset launches reveals a March release for the Galaxy S7.

With this report in mind, we could see the Samsung Galaxy S7 carry a retail price above $700 at the time it is released in the U.S.

Samsung Galaxy S7 & S7 Plus Cases Leaked

Just over a couple of weeks after we brought you exclusive Samsung Galaxy S7 and Galaxy S7 Plus renders, images showing protective covers for the yet-to-be announced flagship smartphones have leaked online.


The images reveal things like a rectangular home button, a bulging out rear camera unit, volume buttons on the left, and power button on the right. A quick comparison reveals that all this is inline with what the renders had revealed.

The Galaxy S7 Plus case (shown above) suggests a design similar to the S7, although it does indicate a huge display - the Plus variant is expected to be a 6.0-inch device. Micro USB and headphone ports, as well as speaker grill are all at the bottom of the devices.

For those who aren't already aware, aside from the Galaxy S7 and S7 Plus, the flagship is said to have two more variants: the S7 edge, and S7 edge Plus.

China Mobile lets loose March arrival expectations for the Samsung Galaxy S7

The Wall Street Journal told us to expect a Samsung Galaxy S7 launch to happen in March 2016, and considering their information is rarely incorrect we�d say it was worth believing. But if you aren�t as trusting, maybe word from one of the carriers who will sell this thing will make you a believer.

China Mobile recently held a presentation showing their launch plans for the earlier parts of 2016. Alongside a hodgepodge of devices planned from local talent, Samsung�s Galaxy S7 had a spot of its own on the March column of the presentation slide. This would appear to line up with earlier rumors of a February announcement, as Samsung typically doesn�t like to wait longer than a month before delivering announced flagships.

There weren�t any other details to be had from China Mobile, but let�s recap what we know about the device.
It�ll look like the Samsung Galaxy S6 in terms of design.
It�s likely to use Qualcomm�s Snapdragon 820 and their in-house Exynos 8890, depending on region.
Samsung is said to be using a pressure sensitive display.
There will be no microSD slot or removable battery, just like last year�s models.
It will have USB Type-C.
There will be 4 different modes: S7, S7 Edge, S7 Edge Plus, S7 Plus, with the main difference being in size.

We�ll have to await more concrete details to make their way through the rumor mill before knowing exactly what�s in store, but one thing we�re sure about is that the Samsung Galaxy S7 � like all previous devices in the lineup � will look to push the bar for high-end flagship devices in more ways than one.

Samsung Galaxy S7 to have pressure sensitive display, USB Type-C, 4 different variants at launch [RUMORS]

New Samsung Galaxy S7 rumors are always interesting, and today brings forth some very big expectations. The first comes out of the Wall Street Journal, who has heard from sources that Samsung is looking to go with pressure sensitive displays for their 2016 flagship.

We�re not all too surprised Samsung was considering the move after Apple introduced it in the iPhone 6S and 6S Plus, but there wasn�t anything solid to cling on when it came to affirmation. While Samsung won�t be considered the innovator in this case, they�ll certainly maintain their status quo of pushing exciting new technology and standards whenever and wherever available. Samsung�s also said to be exploring USB Type-C which would improve not only data transfer rates, but also offer natural fast charging (though Samsung�s 2015 phones already charge nearly as fast as USB Type-C devices).

Moving on, another solid source � @evleaks � has caught glimpse of a product database which tells of not 1 or even 2 variant, but 4 different Samsung Galaxy S7 variants. Here�s what we�re told to expect from Samsung in the early parts of 2016:
Samsung Galaxy S7
Samsung Galaxy S7 Edge
Samsung Galaxy S7 Edge Plus
Samsung Galaxy S7 Plus

That�s a whole lot of variation, we�d say. The Plus variants are sure to be big-sized models of the other two and we wouldn�t expect much difference otherwise. This launch strategy by Samsung could be risky, but it allows them to cover all their bases in a market where Apple has made an increased demand in bigger phones.

It�s wise for the company to launch their phablets alongside the standard models to keep pace with the bitten fruit company, but whether it will help their financial performance improve remains to be seen.Recent rumors suggest the Samsung Galaxy S7 lineup won�t be all that different from the lineup preceding it, though that�s mostly in the areas of looks and there are still other tricks (like the aforementioned pressure sensitive displays) Samsung could have up its sleeve to make it a worthy upgrade.

Here�s a clearer idea of what the Samsung Galaxy S7 is said to look like, complete with case renders [VIDEO]

The Samsung Galaxy S7 is right around the corner, apparently, so you can expect the leaks to keep flowing in. Uswitch and Onleaks are the benefactors this time, with the duo putting together some clear renders of what they believe the Samsung Galaxy S7 will look like based on the specifications sent to case manufacturers.

Not much has changed from the earlier rough CAD drawings we were treated to. It still looks like a Samsung Galaxy S6, so don�t expect any huge design overhaul (which earlier rumors advised). The one notable difference is that the home button appears to be more rectangular and squared off at the corners, as well as a tad wider overall. It�s not a big change, but certainly noticeable to those who use Samsung phones daily.

The �Plus� variant of the Galaxy S7 also apparently comes with a more �rounded� frame than the original. We�re not sure how big the difference will be when we get the actual device in our hands, but it shouldn�t be off-putting to those who prefer their devices to be more squared off. The renders also corroborate the notion that the microSD slot we once hoped to return is nowhere to be found.

We obviously can�t pass full judgment on leaked CAD renders alone, but what are you feeling so far? Are you OK with the fact that Samsung is going with a more iterative design this time over something more evolutionary? Be sure to sound off straight ahead!

Newly-leaked Samsung Galaxy S7 renders suggest the Plus variant will be 6 inches

We�ve heard many details about the Samsung Galaxy S7 to now, and the information train won�t be slowing down now that we�re right around the corner from 2016. While we haven�t seen anything tangible in regards to the device�s existence just yet, that changes with GSM Arena�s latest leak.

These are the first known renders of the device. They�re not fancy product renders, mind you, but these CAD drawings give us a good idea of what to expect from its overall shape and look. It�s important to note that the renders originate from a case manufacturer, who are given advance access to rough dimensions ahead of the product�s unveiling. As such, some of these details may not be 100% accurate.

With that disclaimer out of the way, let�s talk about this thing as if it�s close to the real deal. As previous rumors suggested, Samsung doesn�t seem to be trying to reinvent the wheel this go around. The device seems to have a shape and design similar to the Samsung Galaxy S6.

These renders don�t show any potential build materials so there�s a chance there are subtle differences that can�t be perceived, however we�re expecting Samsung to forge on with the metal and glass combo that everyone loves. Unfortunately we can�t see a second slot for a microSD card, so unless Samsung has found a way to jam two chips inside that SIM card slot sitting on the side then it�s probably safe to assume that the Samsung Galaxy S7 won�t support expandable memory (despite rumors to the contrary).

One big (figuratively and literally) detail that this leak brings to light is device size. While the standard-sized Samsung Galaxy S7 is nearly identical in dimensions 143.37 x 70.8 x 6.94 mm) to the Samsung Galaxy S6, the Samsung Galaxy S7 Plus has dimensions (163.32 x 82.01 x 7.82mm) more along the lines of the Samsung Galaxy Mega 2 � and that device is 6 inches large.

This is a pretty significant detail, if true. Samsung typically doesn�t make any of their flagships larger than the Galaxy Note entrants, so this would be the first time we see that happen. That said, we aren�t all too surprised that Samsung is looking to offer up two different sizes for 2016�s lineup.

People like choice, for starters. Those who prefer larger devices often have to wait until the Samsung Galaxy Note arrives later in the year, and Samsung might lose sales as competitors look to fill that space. On the flip side, keeping a more pocketable option for folks who prefer those is always the right move. This should help the company fill any demand gaps they�ll have as they look to get their mobile division moving back in the right direction after a series of declines.

And, well, Apple has done it. Look, we�re not saying Apple sets the trail for everything Samsung does, but we imagine it�d be hard for them to ignore the company�s record-breaking revenue and profitachieved after launching this dual-pronged strategy. The only question will be whether 6 inches is a bit too much for folks� taste, and that question�s answer will only become more apparent with time.

The Samsung Galaxy S7 might bring back the microSD slot

Samsung�s decision to exclude microSD slots from their 2015 flagships proved to be a very unpopular move, but the company could be looking to dodge that fire for their 2016 efforts. According to a newreport by HDBlog.It, Samsung is mulling over the possibility of reintroducing a microSD card slot for theSamsung Galaxy S7.

While the lack of the slot in the Samsung Galaxy S6, Samsung Galaxy S6 Edge, Samsung Galaxy S6 Edge Plus and Samsung Galaxy Note 5 didn�t completely doom the line as some had anticipated, we�re sure Samsung lost quite a few sales over its absence. Whether those lost sales are to blame for the overall downturn in Samsung�s smartphone shipments remains to be determined, but if they�re looking to repeat past successes then we�re sure their first consideration was to bring back some of the features they were once loved for.

We still don�t have a clear idea why Samsung ever took the microSD card slot out of the lineup in the first place. Some will be quick to point to monetary incentive � if you want more storage, you�ll have to pay Samsung a premium to get it. That�s one way to look at things, though there could be other factors � like engineering challenges � in play. This was one of Samsung�s first line of smartphones that featured a prominent block of metal, after all. It�s worth noting that Samsung�s first metal-doused phone, the Galaxy A7, had a microSD slot, so we understand if you aren�t willing to buy that story.

But the past is the past. We hope whatever reason Samsung had to exclude microSD support from their 2015 flagships will be wiped away for 2016�s expectations. As for that removable battery? We wouldn�t bet on that making a return unless Samsung suddenly falls out of love with their new premium engineering.

Samsung's own 3D Touch interpretation revealed in patent filing

Ever since Apple launched the iPhone 6s and iPhone 6s Plus with 3D Touch, a lot of the talk in the mobile world has been focused on this feature. Alternatively called Force Touch in Apple's MacBooks, it lets different pressure levels applied to a touchscreen (or trackpad) correspond to different software actions. We've recently heard that Synaptics is working on brining just such a feature to Android, and that Samsung could be using that solution itself for the Galaxy S7.

Now though a patent application that's just been made public by the Korean Intellectual Property Office reveals that Samsung has at least been considering such an idea since April 2014. That's when this filing was registered, and it basically describes a way to have different software outcomes depending on how hard a user is pressing down the screen.

The pressure is measured through the corresponding voltage. So up until a certain threshold, if you touch the "a" key on the software keyboard, you'll get the lowercase letter, while if you press harder on the same key you'll see the uppercase "A" pop up. Another example has one key act as a space bar if it's pressed lightly, or Tab if it's pressed more vigorously. Copying text could be just a matter of pressing hard on the "c" key on the keyboard too, Samsung thinks.

What's unclear is whether Samsung's gone past the theoretical realm and actually worked on developing its own Force Touch solution since this patent application has been filed. Yet even if it hasn't, it can undoubtedly make use of Synaptics' implementation if it really wants something like this to be inside the Galaxy S7.

Samsung Galaxy S7 to have versions with curved and flat displays

In case you haven't noticed, Samsung's Galaxy S6 and S6 edge are now 6 months old, which means that, in about another 6 months from now, their successors - most probably included in the Galaxy S7 series - will likely be ready to hit the market.


Not long ago, we heard that Samsung could launch a 5.2-inch S7, as well as a 5.8-inch variant. Now, SamMobile is reportedly "confirming" that the Galaxy S7 will indeed have two versions, though it's not clear if their screens will differ in size. What SamMobile notes is that the two S7 variants (model numbers SM-G930 and the SM-G935) will resemble the Galaxy S6 and Galaxy S6 edge in one regard: the SM-G930 will have a regular screen, while the SM-G935 should sport a dual-curve one.

It's said that, internally, Samsung is referring to the SM-G930 as the "Hero", while the SM-G935 is being called "Hero2". The entire Galaxy S7 project is known internally as Project Lucky. Depending on market, the two S7 smartphones should be powered by either Samsung's Exynos 8890 processor, or Qualcomm's Snapdragon 820.

According to SamMobile, the two Galaxy S7 handsets will be available in the US, Canada, Europe, China, and South Korea (though this doesn't mean we won't see them in other markets, too). All relevant US carriers are expected to offer the new Galaxies.

Of course, for now we can't be sure of anything regarding Samsung's next-gen Galaxy flagship series.

Galaxy S7 again rumored to come with a larger screen and dual camera setup

It's already Galaxy S7 rumor mill time, indicating that Samsung might have indeed succeeded to shorten the development timeframe for its flagship through a more robust project management techniques, as rumored.
In fact, the newest type from the swaths of Korean media claims that the Galaxy S7 production will start ramping up in January, with the grand unveiling expected at the end of February. That's going to be out of whack, though, as the Galaxy S6 was announced in the beginning of March, so there will still be about a year between the two, if this pans out.

Moreover, we've already heard that the Galaxy S7 might employ two chipsets - Snapdragon 820, and Samsung's upcoming Exynos M1 project - but today's report claims that the share of Exynos-powered S7 handsets will be much higher than that of the 820-laden units, the source also reiterates that the Galaxy S7 may come with a significantly larger display than what we have now - a 5.7 "panel - and that seems to be a derivative of the rumor that it might have two versions - one with 5.2" and another with a 5.8 "screen. These sound like totally different phones, however, so we'd take the larger screen with a grain of salt.

The most interesting new rumor that the publication speculates on, however, is that amongst the final specs considered for the Galaxy S7, is a dual camera setup, like on the HTC One M8, or the Huawei Honor 6 Plus. We'd have to see that to believe it, but this speculation has been bandied about before. Reportedly, both Apple and Samsung are looking into the advantages of a dual camera tech, and Samsung may have even Monday started testing prototypes to go into devices next year, so who knows what the S7 will bring.