Review | Tech Analyst Jeff Kagan on Samsung Galaxy S4 Active Smartphone
Atlanta, GA (PRWEB) July 02, 2013 -- AT&T Mobility sent Wireless analyst Jeff Kagan a new Samsung Galaxy S4 Active to compare to the also new Samsung Galaxy S4. The following are a few thoughts from Jeff Kagan on these two devices.
Samsung Galaxy S4 is a growing family of smartphones. Each has different strengths and weaknesses. Both are Google Android devices. The phones are very similar with a few key differences.
Think of the Galaxy S4 Active as a ruggedized and waterproof version.
Here are a few key feature trade offs to help the customer choose carefully.
- The S4 Active camera is 8 megapixel compared to the S4 which is 13 megapixel.
- The S4 Active feels a bit thicker and heavier in the hand. This is the built in protection and water resistance. However it is basically the same size and weight.
“That means if you are around water for work or play, and fear for the safety of your smartphone, the S4 Active is a great device for you. In fact you can drop the Galaxy S4 Active in water and it’s waterproof,” says Kagan.
It has a feature called Aqua mode, which let you take better pictures or video with the camera while under water. The screens are also different. The S4 has an AMOLED display, which is a bit sharper and brighter.
“Now if we could only learn to talk under water. So take your S4 Active to the beach or pool and it will stay safe. In fact you can even go for a swim and you're still good to go. And in fact you can even take pictures under water,” says Kagan.
There are a few actual buttons on the front of the S4 Active so you can use it while under water to take pictures since the screen buttons don’t work there.
So as you can see, the Samsung Galaxy S4 and S4 Active each have different strengths and weaknesses. So it’s the customer’s choice.
“These two devices are basically the same, but the few differences make them really created for two different types of people. And of course, it’s all your choice,” says Kagan.
Visit AT&T Mobility for more information http://www.att.com/shop/wireless/devices/samsung/galaxy-s-4-active-urban-gray.html
YouTube television commercial http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HEGGqW3ruk4
About Jeff Kagan
Jeff Kagan is a Technology Industry Analyst and consultant who is regularly quoted by the media over 25 years. He offers comment on wireless, telecom and tech news stories to reporters and journalists.
He is also known as a Tech Analyst, Wireless Analyst, Telecom Analyst and Principal Analyst depending on the focus of the story.
He follows wireless, telecom, Internet, cable television and IPTV. He also follows the wide consumer electronics and technology space.
Reporters: Jeff Kagan sends comments by email to reporters and the media. If you would like to be added to this email list please send request by email.
Clients: Call or email Jeff Kagan to discuss becoming a client. Kagan has worked with many companies over 25 years as consulting clients.
Contact: Jeff Kagan by email at jeff(at)jeffKAGAN(dot)com or by phone at 770-579-5810.
Visit his website: at jeffKAGAN.com to learn more and for disclosures.
Kagan is an analyst, consultant, columnist and speaker.
Twitter: @jeffkagan
Jeff Kagan, Tech Analyst, Industry Analyst, Jeff Kagan, Tech Anaylyst, http://www.jeffKAGAN.com, 770-579-5810, [email protected]
Share this article