Barely five months ago, Samsung got everyone talking about the launch of its Galaxy S8 and S8 Plus smartphones which had all the latest features that a smartphone could possibly have. However, the company revealed a latest addition to its range of devices about a week ago, the Galaxy Note 8, and this has got people talking and wondering what special, additional features could have been added to this latest device.
Some have even wondered why Samsung would bring out another Note, after the Note 7 was recalled for reported cases of battery explosions.
According to Changwook Lee, Managing Director of Samsung Electronics West Africa, the new Galaxy Note 8 introduces the most refined Note experience to-date by combining the latest technology that users expect from Samsung’s Galaxy series.
The company also stated that the new Note 8 has gone through Samsung’s brand new, super safe, eight step process to keep explosions from happening.
“In 2011, we introduced the original Galaxy Note and launched a whole new smart device category. Its larger screen size and iconic S Pen technology initiated a new standard in smartphone culture. The undeniable success of the category strengthened our conviction that consumers want higher quality features on their devices and they want those new features to positively impact their quality of life. The Samsung Galaxy Note 8 is a powerful, original smartphone that enables its users to tell the stories of their lives through dynamic and seamless expressions of their passions across work, play and life experiences,” he said.
Embracing the legacy of Samsung’s Galaxy Note series, the Galaxy Note 8 boasts a 6.3-inch Quad High Definition (QHD) resolution display that reproduces clearer and more vivid images with better viewing angles, to deliver the ultimate viewing experience to users. Its large screen and refined multi-window feature optimise users’ experience by making multi-tasking easier; users can choose how they access their applications using the device’s full, split or pop-up screen options. They can also easily change the size and positioning of on-screen applications with just one swipe.
The Galaxy Note 8 parades an advanced camera system that generates brighter and clearer images. The device is equipped with two 12MP rear cameras and features a Smart Optical Image Stabiliser that counter-balances camera shake and automatically extends exposure time in poor lighting conditions. In addition, its industry leading 8-megapixel Smart Auto Focus front-facing camera offers users the best experience be it when taking selfies or doing video chats.
Built with 6GB RAM, a 10nm processor, and expandable memory (up to 256GB), Note 8 offers users more flexibility when it comes to browsing, streaming, playing games, and multitasking.
Emmanouil Revmatas, Director of Hand Held Products for Samsung Electronics West Africa described the Galaxy Note 8 as a testament to Samsung’s leadership and innovation in the smartphone market and its commitment to developing best-in-class products to meet the ever-changing needs of its consumers.
“We appreciate the relentless passion of the Note community. They’ve been a constant inspiration to us and we designed the new Note for them. Our consumers do not need to worry about the safety of their devices as Samsung continues to uphold its commitment to lead the industry in battery safety. The Galaxy Note 8’s battery has undergone Samsung’s 8-Point Battery Safety Check—the most rigorous in the industry,” said Revmatas.
The Galaxy Note 8 comes equipped with water and dust resistance (IP684). The device stays with its users through rain or shine. With the advanced S-Pen, users can write on their device, even when the display is wet.
As with all Samsung’s note devices, the Note 8 comes with advanced S Pen features new innovations that reinvent and modernise users’ note-taking experience. The S Pen allows users do what other smartphones can’t, like discreetly taking notes in Screen off memo or quickly annotating documents and photos. Users can enjoy a much more authentic pen experience with a natural brush effect that perfectly emulates writing on paper with a fountain or calligraphy pen.
