Samsung Galaxy S6
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| Name | Samsung Galaxy S6 |
| Manufacturer | Samsung Electronics |
| Family | Samsung Galaxy S series |
| Released | 2015 |
| Predecessor | Samsung Galaxy S5 |
| Successor | Samsung Galaxy S7 |
| Type | Smartphone |
| Form | Slate |
| Os | Android |
| Soc | Exynos |
| Cpu | Octa-core |
| Gpu | Mali-T760MP8 |
| Memory | 3 GB RAM |
| Storage | 32/64/128 GB |
| Battery | 2550 mAh (non-removable) |
Samsung Galaxy S6 is a flagship Android smartphone produced by Samsung Electronics and unveiled in 2015 as part of the Galaxy S series. It marked a major design shift for Samsung, moving from removable plastic designs to a metal and glass construction, and introduced changes in chipset, memory, and camera subsystems. The model positioned Samsung against competitors such as Apple Inc., Google LLC, HTC Corporation, and Sony Mobile Communications in the global smartphone market.
Design and build
The device's chassis used an aluminum frame and Gorilla Glass panels, signaling a departure from the polycarbonate shells seen on predecessors like Samsung Galaxy S5 and rivals such as LG Electronics's offerings. Industrial choices echoed trends set by Apple Inc.'s iPhone 6 and influenced aesthetics across manufacturers including Huawei Technologies and OnePlus. Ergonomics drew comparisons to devices from Nokia and HTC Corporation while hardware finish options mirrored premium lines from Motorola Mobility and Sony Mobile Communications. Launch presentations by Samsung Electronics at events like Mobile World Congress and product unveilings at Samsung Galaxy Unpacked emphasized materials and craftsmanship. Industry reviewers from outlets such as The Verge, CNET, Engadget, and Trusted Reviews highlighted the build when juxtaposed with handsets from Microsoft Mobile and BlackBerry Limited.
Hardware
Powered by Samsung's in-house Exynos system-on-chip in international units and a Qualcomm Snapdragon variant for select markets like the United States of America, the phone featured an octa-core CPU cluster and a Mali GPU similar to components used by vendors including Meizu and Xiaomi. Memory configuration matched contemporaries like LG G4 with 3 GB LPDDR4 RAM. Storage options were 32 GB, 64 GB, and 128 GB, foregoing microSD expansion—a controversial decision noted alongside policies at Apple Inc. and Google Nexus. The fixed 2550 mAh non-removable battery contrasted with removable designs from Sony Mobile Communications and Motorola Mobility. Physical inputs included a home button with a built-in fingerprint sensor, aligning with biometric trends initiated by Apple Inc.'s Touch ID. Audio, charging, and accessory ecosystems overlapped with standards promoted by USB Implementers Forum and accessory makers like Anker.
Software
Out of the box the handset ran Android 5.0 Lollipop with Samsung's customized TouchWiz interface, which later evolved into Samsung Experience and then One UI in subsequent models. Samsung bundled services such as Samsung Pay, which integrated with payment networks like Mastercard and Visa and competed with Apple Pay. Software updates and security patches were coordinated with partners including Google LLC and carriers such as Verizon Communications, AT&T, T-Mobile US, and Vodafone Group. The device supported DRM frameworks and media platforms like Netflix, Spotify Technology SA, and YouTube for content playback testing in reviews by Android Police and GSMArena.
Camera
The rear camera employed a 16-megapixel sensor with optical image stabilization, autofocus, and a fast f/1.9 aperture, a configuration compared to sensors used by Sony Corporation's camera division and modules sourced from suppliers like Samsung SDI subsidiaries. The front-facing camera targeted video calling and selfie trends popularized via apps such as Facebook, Instagram, and Snapchat. Imaging performance was assessed by photographers and publications including DXOMARK, National Geographic, and technology writers from Wired who compared low-light and color reproduction to competing models from HTC Corporation and LG Electronics.
Connectivity and sensors
Connectivity features included LTE Advanced cellular radios compliant with standards from 3GPP, Wi‑Fi dual-band compatible with IEEE 802.11 protocols, Bluetooth, NFC for contactless services, and GPS/Galileo/GLONASS positioning used by mapping services from Google Maps and HERE Technologies. Sensors comprised an accelerometer, gyroscope, proximity sensor, ambient light sensor, barometer, and a capacitive fingerprint scanner—components similarly deployed in devices by Apple Inc., Huawei Technologies, and Xiaomi. Wireless charging support followed standards promoted by the Wireless Power Consortium, positioning the device among contemporaries from Nokia and Sony Mobile Communications that offered inductive charging.
Variants and models
Samsung released multiple regional variants optimized for carrier bands and local regulations, with specific SKUs distributed through operators like Verizon Communications, Sprint Corporation, Orange S.A., and Telefónica. A slate of storage and color options paralleled offerings from rivals like Apple Inc. and HTC Corporation. The successor Samsung Galaxy S7 addressed criticisms by restoring microSD support and increasing battery capacity, reflecting market responses observed across companies including LG Electronics and Sony Mobile Communications.
Reception and sales
Critical reception praised the premium construction, display quality, and camera performance while criticizing the sealed battery and lack of expandable storage—comparisons frequently cited competitors Apple Inc.'s iPhone line and Google's Nexus program. Major publications such as The New York Times, Financial Times, Wall Street Journal, and technology blogs like The Verge and Engadget influenced consumer sentiment. Commercially, the model contributed to Samsung Electronics' quarterly smartphone revenue, a performance tracked alongside competitors in reports by IDC, Gartner, Inc., Counterpoint Research, and Strategy Analytics. Sales dynamics were shaped by carrier subsidies from Verizon Communications and retail partnerships with chains like Best Buy and Carphone Warehouse; market share shifts were noted relative to Apple Inc. and emerging manufacturers such as Huawei Technologies and Xiaomi.