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Samsung overhauled its flagship Galaxy S smartphone series with a premium design in 2015. This came with some tough decisions, however, and microSD card support and water resistance were both dropped. Still, the Galaxy S6 and the Galaxy S6 Edge+ were high performers last year. Now in 2016, Samsung has stepped back in time to re-introduce memory expansion and water resistance with the Galaxy S7 and Galaxy S7 Edge.
In this Galaxy S7 Edge review, we’ll take a look at how this year is the one in which the Galaxy S evolved into its most perfect state yet.
Samsung Galaxy S7 review
Samsung Galaxy S6 vs Galaxy S7 comparison
Samsung Galaxy S7 vs Galaxy S7 Edge comparison
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10 Min.
As an AndroidPIT editor, you get to know all the best Android devices. But at some point, you have to try the new iPhone 7, just to see what it’s like for an Android user. This review will show you what it’s like to switch and we’ll guide you through the advantages and disadvantages of the Apple ecosystem with a focus on the iPhone 7.
Pixel vs iPhone 7: Google takes on Apple
How to move Google Play Music to iTunes
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3 Min.
When WhatsApp finally got a voice calling feature last year it left us with just one question: when do we get video? Well, now it’s underway. According to the WhatsApp blog, the feature is gradually rolling out for all users across the various platforms in the coming days. Read on for more on how to make WhatsApp video calls.
WhatsApp tips and tricks
WhatsApp problems and solutions
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14 Min.
In 2016, LG has made a special effort to distinguish itself from its competitors. After launching its first modular smartphone in March, the G5, the South Korean manufacturer is back this Fall with a unique phablet. The LG V20, with its dual screen and removable battery certainly stands apart from the current crowd of smartphones. But, does it deserve to be counted among the best smartphones of the moment? The answer is in our review.
LG G5 review: the modulator
LG V10 review: a bigger G4
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12 Min.
Huawei has taken advantage of the IFA 2016 in Berlin to introduce two new smartphones the mid-range device market: the Nova and the Nova Plus. Characterized by a premium design, the Nova Plus promises excellent performance especially with its battery and photo quality. Find out in our review if the Chinese brand has been able to keep the promises it made during its presentation event!
Huawei P9 two months later, am I still in love?
Will the Nova and Nova Plus brighten Huawei’s future?
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10 Min.
Google has built a successful, low-cost platform for Virtual Reality with Cardboard. Daydream is the logical successor: Google has stepped out of cheap territory and into high-end hardware on a specified platform. We have Google’s own VR headset Daydream View with the Pixel XL – here’s our review.
Google Pixel XL review
The best VR games for Android
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6 Min.
In reviewing Android Nougat, it became distinctly clear that many of the features are reserved for users of new devices. Initially, it should be considered as a limited update but to be honest, it is by no means the update we’ve been waiting for. The good features are only available on new smartphones and the best ones only on the Pixel.
Android 7.0 Nougat update: Overview for smartphones and tablets
Android Nougat tips and tricks
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8 Min.
Xiaomi is known for selling smartphones with top hardware at a bargain price. Although Xiaomi smartphones are not officially available in the US, they can be bought through importers. We have a 5.7-inch Xiaomi Mi 5s Plus and can show you in this first hands-on look at what the Chinese smartphone can offer, and whether it might be an alternative to the Google Pixel XL.
Google Pixel XL review: A top smartphone for an iPhone price
Xiaomi Mi Note 2: price, release and specs
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12 Min.
Every few months, Sony presents a new top smartphone – in autumn 2016, it’s the Xperia XZ. In our test, it faces a tough rivalry because Google and Samsung are also offering some strong competition. In our detailed test, we look at whether Sony has not only revived the Z, but also whether it has become a worthy successor to the X Performance.
Sony Xperia X Performance review: a luxury let-down
Goodbye Sony mobile: here’s why Xperia is facing extinction
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Will your smartphone or tablet get the Android update to Android 6 Marshmallow? Despite Android 7 Nougat having been officially released in mid 2016, smartphone manufacturers are still pushing out Android Marshmallow updates. We’ve created a helpful overview for the most popular and most used Android devices to let you know if and when your smartphone will get the next Android update.
Android Marshmallow problems and solutions
Android Nougat update overview