Is the Galaxy S7 still in the race

In terms of endurance, the Galaxy S7 is still a good student. The smartphone offers a 3000 mAh battery (as for the Galaxy S8 or S9) but unlike previous generations, the smartphone has a less energy -consuming processor and a smaller screen. Result, the S7 can last a day and a half (or more) without too many problems. With such autonomy, difficult to complain. Especially since the terminal is also compatible with fast recharging. Finally, where you can note its age, it is at the level of its connection. The Galaxy S7 indeed has a micro-USB socket and not of type-C.

Four years after their release, the Samsung Galaxy S7 will no longer be updated

A page turns for the Galaxy S7 and its cousins ​​S7+ and S7 Edge. Four years after their launch, the brand has today withdrawn these models from the list of Samsung smartphones which will receive updates in the future.

The Samsung website dedicated to Android safety updates has been updated, and no longer lists the Galaxy S7, S7+, S7 Edge. Only the Active Galaxy S7 remains supported for possible security updates.

Samsung promises four years of software support on its smartphones

If this news will not fail to grieve the owners of said smartphone, Samsung has held its promise and fills its share with the contract. The South Korean manufacturer indeed guarantees four years of software support on its smartphones. Four years which, in the case of the Galaxy S7, have now expired.

But it must be said that the Galaxy S7 has not already received new versions of Android since 2018. Indeed, only Google and OnePlus update their smartphones to the new major versions of Android for three years. Samsung is limited to two years. There are less regular updates, intended to fill possible security faults or various dysfunctions.

But everything is not lost for users of Galaxy S7. If Samsung will no longer deign in the future to keep them up to date, the Android community will do for him. The XDA forums are packed with alternative rom and, in particular versions of lineageos which can allow you to pass your Galaxy S7 on the latest version of Android.

Samsung Galaxy S7 release date

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Released since April 2016, the Galaxy S7 can display the weight of years … at least on paper, because reality is ultimately any other ! This smartphone is indeed getting well and is so popular (it is the smartphone most used by our readers) that it may even make people happy in the next few. So why such a success ? And why this phone can still be a good investment today ?

A design and a screen still up to date

If the Borderless has definitely appeared on smartphones in 2018, including for mid -range models, the Galaxy S7 retains even more than two years after its release a completely honorable and up -to -date look. Its design is pleasant as much at the sight and to touch, I especially appreciate the easy handling and the format of the fairly compact smartphone. Another notable aspect, no protuberance at the back of the phone because of the camera lens is present. On this model, we also do not find a button dedicated to the virtual assistant Bixby and it is so much the better its utility is questionable. In short, Samsung had achieved a nice pencil stroke that still lasts today.

With the Galaxy S7, Samsung had a nice pencil stroke

Its 5.1 inch Super Amoled screen, with its WQHD definition (2560 x 1440 pixels) is still largely at the level and always surpasses many models, including those recently marketed. Even people who want to use their device for virtual reality can do so, the density of pixels of 570 pixels per inch proving to be sufficiently sufficient.

Good autonomy and fluid software

In terms of endurance, the Galaxy S7 is still a good student. The smartphone offers a 3000 mAh battery (as for the Galaxy S8 or S9) but unlike previous generations, the smartphone has a less energy -consuming processor and a smaller screen. Result, the S7 can last a day and a half (or more) without too many problems. With such autonomy, difficult to complain. Especially since the terminal is also compatible with fast recharging. Finally, where you can note its age, it is at the level of its connection. The Galaxy S7 indeed has a micro-USB socket and not of type-C.

On the software side, the Galaxy S7 also recently benefited from Android Oreo. It is therefore the same version of Android at present that its successors use. Samsung is not the most famous manufacturer for the rapid deployment of Android updates, it is true, but it has at least respected its promise by deploying this update. On the other hand, please forget any update to Android Pie. It is very unlikely that the South Korean manufacturer offers it on its old flagship.

Some interesting functions and an affordable price

In the absence of an iris scanner, the Galaxy S7 has a fingerprint reader. This, unlike the following generations, is on the front and is effective. The smartphone also has a cardiofrequency meter that allows you to take your pulse, which can sometimes be useful for athletes.

Another advantage, its price ! Marketed at its beginnings for 699 euros, the Galaxy S7 is now available around 300 euros. However, pay attention to the sellers who offer it at broken prices because the smartphone is often the target of counterfeits.

Samsung Galaxy S7 – Technical characteristics

Conclusion: still in the race

If you want to offer a high -end Samsung smartphone for Christmas but you cannot (or do not want) to invest a large sum, you can opt for the Galaxy S7 since it is able to compete with many smartphones. Its performance is still up to it and the photo quality remains correct, even in 2018. However, know all the same before cracking that many alternatives are now available for competition for a similar rate. Let us cite in particular the Honor Play or the Xiaomi Pocophone F1.

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