Contents:
The glass back is prone to fingerprints. It also has a megapixel front camera with LED flash. This combines four pixels into one pixel in low light conditions, says OnePlus. Since this has dual rear cameras, there is Live Focus that lets you adjust the bokeh effect — the aesthetic quality of the blur produced in the out-of-focus parts of an image — to change the depth of field of a shot. You can control the intensity of the overall blur effect and apply it before taking the image in preview mode, or after capturing the photo in the Gallery app.
There is selfie portrait option for the front camera that uses software to blur the background. It also has AR Emoji that lets you add stickers and create your own Emoji. Coming to the image quality, daylight shots are good and the camera captures a good amount of detail, creates really well exposed photos with good dynamic range and detailing, and dynamic range can further be improved enabling HDR mode.
The autofocus speeds are fast and accurate. Macro shots are good as well. Dual-camera Live focus mode clearly blurs out the background, and the wide-angle lens is useful in several places, however the edges look a bit curved due to the lens. Low-light performance is decent, but the night mode helps. The 24MP front camera with facial recognition technology is good for capturing selfies. Selfie flash helps in low-lighting conditions.
The front camera has beautify features to adjust skin tone, spotlight and more features. It also has selfie portrait, but it is not perfect since it uses software. It can record videos at maximum p resolution at 30 fps, even though it has support for 4K recording. It has slow-motion video recording that can record videos at fps. It also has hyperlapse mode to shoot hyperlapse videos at p resolution.
Video quality is decent, and the audio crisp since it has a secondary microphone. Check out the complete set of camera samples here. Coming to the software, the phone runs on Android 8. Samsung has not announced when the phone will get Android 8.
The drop-down notification shade shows six toggles on the top, and more when you swipe down again. There are brightness control slider and option to choose SIM cards easily. It has vertical swiping interface by default instead of separate apps button, so to navigation between the home screen and app tray you need to swipe up or down. You have option to add apps screen button to the home screen.
You can simultaneously move multiple apps into a folder easily. You can tap and hold an app icon to open a quick options menu that lets you perform tasks such as uninstalling apps or moving them to Secure Folder without having to open the app. App icons and typography have been changed according to the new design language. The advanced features option has Smart stay to keep the screen on while you are looking at it, Games Launcher that gathers your games downloaded from Play Store and Galaxy Apps into one place for easy access and one-handed operation mode that lets you use the phone easily with one hand.
Similar to other Android phones it has Multi Window mode that was first introduced by Samsung several years back. The Samsung Secure Folder that lets you save your personal data and information. You get option to install apps when you are setting up the phone.
It has Bixby Assistant that was first introduced with the S8 series. You can slide to the left to view the Bixby screen or press and hold the dedicated Bixby button to launch it. Out of 64GB of internal storage, 52GB of storage is usable. The fingerprint sensor is present on the right side of the phone, which is not hard to access, but this is suitable only for right-handed users since the thumb rests on the power button only when you hold the phone on the right.
Considering picking up the Huawei P20 Pro on contract or outright? The plus-sized variant of the Galaxy S8 improves battery life and gives you more screen real estate to play with. The Samsung Galaxy Note 8 overcame the disaster that was the Galaxy Note 7, delivering exceptional features and performance you can now get cheaper than ever. The smallest member of the iPhone family is still a serious contender in the premium smartphone space. In the market for a low-cost iPhone 6s? BlackBerry serves its niche well with the upgraded Black variant of the KEYone, but this is still a phone for keyboard fanatics only.
The GR5 offers fine value for money within the low mid-range space, although nothing to get too excited about. We put 13 Galaxy S8 cases through their paces to sort out the style picks from the heavy duty protection options. But is it worth the money with so many new phones incoming? Sony brings the budget back to its smartphone line-up with the Xperia XA, though you might get better bang for your buck elsewhere.
The Huawei P9 is delightful to use and a landmark achievement for the increasingly popular manufacturer. The Oppo R9 promises iPhone-style looks at a much cheaper price point, but with a performance that is generally lacking. Click here to cancel reply. Subscribe to the Finder newsletter for the latest money tips and tricks.
Optional, only if you want us to follow up with you. Our goal is to create the best possible product, and your thoughts, ideas and suggestions play a major role in helping us identify opportunities to improve. We compare from a wide set of banks, insurers and product issuers. We value our editorial independence and follow editorial guidelines. Although we provide information on the products offered by a wide range of issuers, we don't cover every available product or service.
Please note that the information published on our site should not be construed as personal advice and does not consider your personal needs and circumstances. While our site will provide you with factual information and general advice to help you make better decisions, it isn't a substitute for professional advice. You should consider whether the products or services featured on our site are appropriate for your needs. If you're unsure about anything, seek professional advice before you apply for any product or commit to any plan.
Products marked as 'Promoted' or 'Advertisement' are prominently displayed either as a result of a commercial advertising arrangement or to highlight a particular product, provider or feature. Finder may receive remuneration from the Provider if you click on the related link, purchase or enquire about the product. Finder's decision to show a 'promoted' product is neither a recommendation that the product is appropriate for you nor an indication that the product is the best in its category.
We encourage you to use the tools and information we provide to compare your options. Where our site links to particular products or displays 'Go to site' buttons, we may receive a commission, referral fee or payment when you click on those buttons or apply for a product. You can learn more about how we make money here. When products are grouped in a table or list, the order in which they are initially sorted may be influenced by a range of factors including price, fees and discounts; commercial partnerships; product features; and brand popularity. We provide tools so you can sort and filter these lists to highlight features that matter to you.
We try to take an open and transparent approach and provide a broad-based comparison service. However, you should be aware that while we are an independently owned service, our comparison service does not include all providers or all products available in the market. Some product issuers may provide products or offer services through multiple brands, associated companies or different labelling arrangements. This can make it difficult for consumers to compare alternatives or identify the companies behind the products. However, we aim to provide information to enable consumers to understand these issues.
Providing or obtaining an estimated insurance quote through us does not guarantee you can get the insurance.
Acceptance by insurance companies is based on things like occupation, health and lifestyle. By providing you with the ability to apply for a credit card or loan, we are not guaranteeing that your application will be approved. Your application for credit products is subject to the Provider's terms and conditions as well as their application and lending criteria. Please read our website terms of use and privacy policy for more information about our services and our approach to privacy.
The Finder app is here! Learn more. Mobile Phones. Get exclusive tech offers and guides Straight to your inbox. Sign me up! Mobile Phone Reviews Finding the perfect mobile phone for your needs is an important decision. Let us help make the choice easier with our mobile phone reviews. Latest phone reviews. Read more In the busy mid-range space, the Nokia 7.