Samsung | Galaxy Note 3 - IFA Highlights 2013
The Samsung Galaxy Note 3 has finally arrived and it promises users a better screen and better input capabilities thanks to the improved S Pen. It will also include a slightly larger screen at 5.7 inches, the latest and fastest processor and a longer battery life, all encased in a slimmer and lighter body.
There were several key features introduced to the Galaxy Note 3 during this event. These are highlighted below:
Security KNOX
Samsung promises security, privacy, and safety with the introduction of KNOX security. Now, users won't have to purchase third party anti-virus applications such as Norton.
With KNOX, users are given advanced data protection from hacking, malware, and lost and theft.
It also provides privacy and data leakage protection. With all these features in mind, this makes the Note 3 the optimum bring-your-own-device (BYOD) for enterprise use. (IFA event)
With KNOX, users are given advanced data protection from hacking, malware, and lost and theft.
It also provides privacy and data leakage protection. With all these features in mind, this makes the Note 3 the optimum bring-your-own-device (BYOD) for enterprise use. (IFA event)
Improve S Pen Functionality
The S Pen has been optimised to work perfectly on the bigger screen of the Galaxy Note 3. Samsung has enhanced its multi tasking capabilities which is accessible through the S Pen.
As mention during the IFA event, it is as simple as a dot, circle and a box.
This new function called 'Air command' gives you access to five quick actions such as Action memo, Scrapbook, S finder, S Note and Pen window.
Air command can be accessed anywhere in the display as long as you see the DOT.
Action Memo
Action Memo is a simple note taking application. This is useful for whenever you need to quickly write down phone numbers, names and addresses. Samsung has also added hand written recognition for identifying hand written phone numbers, names and addresses.
Scrapbook
Scrapbook is a cool feature where users can save any page by simply drawing a circle on the display.
What's great about this software is that whenever you save a webpage, it will also save the source link. So, whenever you want to go back to the actual webpage, it is accessible through Scrapbook.
What's great about this software is that whenever you save a webpage, it will also save the source link. So, whenever you want to go back to the actual webpage, it is accessible through Scrapbook.
S Finder
This feature allows you to search any type of file such as memos, videos, music and chats anywhere in your device by simply typing in keywords.
What's great is that it recognises hand written symbols. So for example, you draw a star in a note/memo in order to recall it later. You simply go to S Finder and you're able to search for that note by simply drawing a star symbol.
What's great is that it recognises hand written symbols. So for example, you draw a star in a note/memo in order to recall it later. You simply go to S Finder and you're able to search for that note by simply drawing a star symbol.
S Note
S Note has also been improved with a fresher user interface (UI). Now, Samsung has made file sharing easier between devices such as your computer or other mobile devices. Simply sync your Galaxy Note 3 to a Cloud client such as Evernote.
Multi Window/Pen Window (Box)
As mentioned earlier, Samsung has improved the multi tasking capabilities of the Galaxy Note 3 by improving the multi window function.
But Samsung has also introduced a new feature called pen window. It's very useful whenever you need to quickly access another application whilst using another one.
Simply access the pen window function via air command. Draw a box shape to the size of the application you want to open. Et voila! Two simultaneous applications running at the same time.
Samsung has done well in taking advantage of the large 5.7 inch display of the Galaxy Note 3. This also marks a new way of multitasking not seen in other mobile devices.
But Samsung has also introduced a new feature called pen window. It's very useful whenever you need to quickly access another application whilst using another one.
Simply access the pen window function via air command. Draw a box shape to the size of the application you want to open. Et voila! Two simultaneous applications running at the same time.
Samsung has done well in taking advantage of the large 5.7 inch display of the Galaxy Note 3. This also marks a new way of multitasking not seen in other mobile devices.
My magazine
My magazine is a new feature introduced in the Galaxy Note 3.
It collects all the stuff that you want to follow such as social feeds, news, updates, etc. It is also integrated with a location based service called 'Here and Now', so you can get information around your area (this will be launched in the US first and later available worldwide).
It collects all the stuff that you want to follow such as social feeds, news, updates, etc. It is also integrated with a location based service called 'Here and Now', so you can get information around your area (this will be launched in the US first and later available worldwide).
Multi Vision
Multi vision is another new feature introduce in the Galaxy Note 3 where you can put two or more Galaxy Note 3 devices together to create a bigger screen. It's a very cool new feature but the practicality is questionable.
Improved Camera
The Galaxy Note 3 will include a 13 megapixel back camera and a 1.9 megapixel front facing camera. The Note 3 will now be able to record 4k videos @ 30 fps. However, this feature will only be available in the LTE model. Now, 1080p videos can be recorded @ 60fps.
Other features such as high CRI LED flash and smart stabilizer will also come in the Note 3. This will enhance taking photos in low light conditions.
Other features such as high CRI LED flash and smart stabilizer will also come in the Note 3. This will enhance taking photos in low light conditions.
Enhance Audio Quality
Samsung has improved the audio quality of the Note 3 giving it the ability to play music at 192Hz and 24bit.
Increased Memory
Samsung has increased the RAM of the Galaxy Note 3 from 2Gb (Note 2) to 3Gb. This is a little bit of an overkill but with those cool new multi tasking features, the RAM certainly won't be a bottleneck.
Improved Battery Life
Samsung has also improved the Note 3's battery life by giving users 40% more video playback. This was achieved by increasing the battery capacity to 3200 mAh and optimising software.
Advance Network Capabilities
The Samsung Galaxy Note 3 Supports the latest Wi-Fi 802.11 AC generation and other previous 802.11 generations (802.11 a/b/g/n). It supports both 2.40 GHz and 5.0 GHz frequencies.
Improved Display Quality
The Samsung Galaxy Note 3 now features a full HD Super AMOLED display technology with a pixel per inch (ppi) of 386. This is an improvement over its predecessor which featured a HD (720p) Super AMOLED display with 267 ppi.
Introduction of USB 3.0
The micro USB port has been upgraded to USB 3.0 which means that users can enjoy up to 3x faster file transfers compared to the traditional USB 2.0, as well as (probably) faster charging times. This will be tested further once the Note 3 is available.
Faster Processor
The Note 3 will come with latest Qualcomm Snapdragon 800 processor
clocked at 2.30GHz for the LTE variant and for the 3G version.
It will use the Exynos 5 octa core running at 1.9GHz and 1.6GHz (power saving cores).
It will use the Exynos 5 octa core running at 1.9GHz and 1.6GHz (power saving cores).
Availability
US and Japan:
October 2013
Rest of the World:
Late September 2013
Samsung has made a video showcasing all the features that are found in the upcoming Galaxy Note 3.
Just click on the
link below to watch it :)
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