I could have gotten the S6, but sadly that one doesn't have the water resistance of the S5. As it is I am still finding features of the S5 that I didn't even think of, so I probably wouldn't notice whatever features were either there or not for the new S6. But this isn't a review of the S6 or what's different.
The S5 as I have it works great for me, I go boating and once in a while I may have my phone in my pocket when I head overboard. With a quick, "Oops" I realize I need to take my phone out of my pocket but no damage is done. It works wonderfully for all the applications I need it for. It's quick and very friendly. I do miss the menu of prior versions, and honestly wish they had left it in place. I love the fingerprint scanner, as it allows me to leave my phone protected for work, but I can unlock it with a swipe. The camera could be better, but I suppose if I really need a good camera, I can use the DSLR we have. It works for the small stuff though. And really, it has taken some very nice pictures already.
Pros: Bright display, Inexpensive, Lightweight
Cons: no keyboard.
I would recommend this to a friend!
Features
5
Performance
4
Design
4
Value
4
Written by a customer while visiting Samsung US
Customer Rating
4
This product has very few glitches
on June 3, 2015
Posted by: Player69
from Texas, USA
Expertise:Intermediate
I really enjoy my new Galaxy S5. The only problem I had was a bad sad card causing an antina issue with people on the other end hearing me clearly but when I took it to the service department they were happy to give me a new phone at no charge and haven't had any problems sense.
I love my phone and now that I have a Galaxy tablet, I can integrate them to work together. I have love the Galaxy line ever since I got my Galaxy S2 a few years ago. I will continue to use Samsung devices and I plan to buy a smart TV soon.
My S3 screen quit working and I received the S5 as a replacement. I really like the new phone more.
on June 3, 2015
Posted by: Pawpaw1301
from Austin, Texas
Expertise:Intermediate
It is a great tool for me. I use it more than my laptop. It is faster.
Pros: Bright display, Durable
I would recommend this to a friend!
Features
5
Performance
5
Design
5
Value
5
Written by a customer while visiting Samsung US
Customer Rating
5
It has awesome features
on June 3, 2015
Posted by: Gothicgirl
The camera takes amazing pictures.! I love the new design. It's an all around great phone! The apps are awesome!
Pros: Built-in speakers, Bright display, Durable, Realistic color, Lightweight, great camera
I would recommend this to a friend!
Features
5
Performance
5
Design
5
Value
5
Written by a customer while visiting Samsung US
Customer Rating
5
In Love!
on June 3, 2015
Posted by: Titaxoxo
from Chicago, IL
Expertise:Intermediate
I am so in love with my Galaxy S5. I would not trade it for any other phone. I have had it for about 1 year and one month and it still works like the first day. I am a very satified customer.