Samsung Galaxy S5 - user opinions and reviews
- AnonD-195731
- tVv
Hello guys, hi all S5 users...i am new with this phone...i swap my Oppo N3 with this S5..so, i'm a bit newbie with this Samsung S5 interface and system..anyway, may i know how much hours on screen that you get when you use it daily ???...because i noticed my S5 battery draining to fast...
- AnonD-1385
- ri0
AnonD-265743, 05 May 2017Hi jamaican
I would i know if my S5 is using isocell or sony camera?To KATANADVO:
AIDA64 is the golden diagnostic software in letting you know what camera sensor you have. I just found out about it. I downloaded it from the Playstore and ran it. It works perfectly.
Once you download and run it open the 'Devices' category. At the very top it will tell you what sensor you have. If the camera ID begins with SLSI then you have the ISOCELL sensor. If not you should see something like SONY_IMX240. If it's not ISOCELL the camera ID line will begin with SONY for sure.
For the record mine says SLSI_S5K2P2_FIMC_IS
My theory is that the S5 part of the ID is in recognition of the Galaxy S5 being the first smartphone to use the ISOCELL sensor. Even the S6 with ISOCELL have the S5 in the ID string as well. The S5 is simply the best.
- MdN8
- 3Lg
AnonD-1385, 05 May 2017To MDN8: The S5 is a masterpiece of a phone.Agreed. It's like they simply wanted to make the best *phone* not a fashion statement or a trend setter. Battery can be removed, it's reasonably water resistant, supports everything from memory cards to infrared, NFC or USB on the go, and it's not entirely made of glass. The more I use it, the more I like it.
- AnonD-1385
- ri0
To KATANADVO:
The G900F is the international Snapdragon version. The fact that you have that model doesn't mean you have the Sony sensor because GSMArena reviewed the G900F and their unit had a ISOCELL sensor. It's just that the easier way to get the ISOCELL sensor is with the G900H...as far as I know. Try the code I gave you and see what happens. Otherwise you will have to get a diagnostic software from the Playstore and see if it reveals it. Try CPUZ as that was a very good diagnostic software for computers and it should also be as good for mobiles. After CPUZ shows up after searching for it the Playstore should list similar diagnostic apps. You can try them all if you can.
- S5 LOVER
- sXs
AnonD-1385, 05 May 2017The last Galaxy S with a removable battery and a myriad of features or better yet a complete r... moretell me about it, I cant even seem to find a good replacement for this phone and have just got a sim only contract because there is nothing out there in the market that resembles this.
- AnonD-265743
- v0q
AnonD-1385, 05 May 2017To KATANADVO:
I should have told you that the Exynos version of the S5 usually comes with I... moreOriginal jaimaican
I have G900F so it means my sensor is sony?
- AnonD-1385
- ri0
AnonD-265743, 05 May 2017Hi jamaican
I would i know if my S5 is using isocell or sony camera?To KATANADVO:
I should have told you that the Exynos version of the S5 usually comes with ISOCELL. To check if you have the Exynos version go to SETTINGS, ABOUT PHONE then look for MODEL. If you see G900H then you have the Exynos version. Anything else is the Snapdragon version.
- AnonD-1385
- ri0
The last Galaxy S with a removable battery and a myriad of features or better yet a complete rich list of features.
- AnonD-1385
- ri0
MdN8, 05 May 2017I finally decided to upgrade from my old N8 and since I don't have much money right now I look... moreTo MDN8:
The S5 is a masterpiece of a phone.
- AnonD-1385
- ri0
AnonD-265743, 05 May 2017Hi jamaican
I would i know if my S5 is using isocell or sony camera?To KATANADVO
XDA forums have a topic about the S6 using both Samsung's ISOCELL and Sony's imaging sensor. It really started since the S5 but it's rarely mentioned in the news. The ISOCELL is said to be the best overall but there was a shortage which is why Samsung used the Sony sensor as a substitute.
According to Samsung both sensors yield similar results:
Official statement Samsung Benelux.
“The Galaxy S6 and S6 edge utilize camera sensors from several different vendors. Like all of the technology used in our products, they meet our strict global quality and performance standards.”
As I said it started with the S5 but it wasn't a highlight reel during the S5 era so everything discussed about the S6's camera sensor just apply it to the S5 as well.
Nevertheless, you can dial this code to see which sensor you have
*#34971539#
Apparently it doesn't work for everybody based on region, carrier etc. It's worth a try though.
Please let me know the outcome.
- MdN8
- 3Lg
I finally decided to upgrade from my old N8 and since I don't have much money right now I looked at the classifieds for something second-hand, good and affordable. So after I spent some time searching and looking for "the right one" I bought a Galaxy S5. It's in almost perfect condition, 2 years old, the battery was replaced this year, and it has the S-View cover and a tempered glass protection. The guy upgraded to the S6 and sold this one to recover some costs, and he was really taking good care of it. I've been playing with it for a week now, trying and testing everything, and I'm really satisfied. :-) The only downside is that the USB port cover fell off, but I ordered one off eBay already. Seems to be a common problem, and I got it cheaper because of that, so I'm not complaining. :-)
- AnonD-265743
- v0q
AnonD-1385, 04 May 2017To HARRY:
What many persons tend to forget (and I suspect you may be one such person) is th... moreHi jamaican
I would i know if my S5 is using isocell or sony camera?
- AnonD-1385
- ri0
AnonD-666850, 04 May 2017Nice Phone. But tends to damage easily the charger, the camera, battery goes fast.
the bes... moreTo AIMANA74:
I have my S5 for 2 years and 6 months. After two and a half years my battery still holds up. I am still able to get *5 hours On Screen Time* with my multiple year old battery.
My camera is still working perfectly and working even better with Marshmallow.
The charger works on and off these days but I still got a little over two years before it started giving problems. However, I was able to do better than the charger that came in the box. The original charger that came with my S5 is a USB 2.0 version...I purchased a USB 3.0 charger last month. So I'm back in business again and with greater speeds when I'm ready to transfer data via my desktop computer.
The S5 is not problematic as you make it seem.
I have never regretted owning my S5 and may even get another one when mine does it time.
- AnonD-1385
- ri0
Harry, 03 May 2017Great phone, but if you are one of the unlucky ones, it has an absolutely terrible camera due ... moreTo HARRY:
What many persons tend to forget (and I suspect you may be one such person) is that there are two variants of the S5 camera. One is the ISOCELL version and one is the SONY version. I have the version with the ISOCELL sensor. There's a vast difference in image quality between the two.
A friend of mine was inspired to get an S5 due to the high image qualities of my photos. They got one but their S5 image didn't came out as clear as mine. I realise they got the version with the SONY image sensor.
I don't have blurriness problems with my S5 whether I focus manually or let it automatically focus for me. To be fair, there are a few times an image may bot be focused but it's not a common affair...and every camera have their times...even standalone dedicated cameras. 3/4 of the time my camera take excellent photos.
- AnonD-1385
- ri0
AnonD-649787, 03 May 2017That's sounds nice but i heard it takes a lot of time to charge and A series have better batte... moreTo DANY16:
It takes 1hr. 55mins. to charge the S5 from 0-100%. That's not too long if you ask me.
I had a S2 which came with a 1650 mAh battery and that took 3hr. 10mins. to charge.
The S5 comes with a 2800 mAh battery and charges under 2 hours. That's not bad if you ask me.
Based on the endurance review from GSMArena, yes both the A5 (2016) and A3 (2017) has a longer battery endurance, but in life you give and take. You will have to measure it all up and decide which of the three phones suits your needs best. It's as simple as that. Keep us posted in letting us know which phone you went for and how the experience is going for you.
- anonymous
- ucq
AnonD-265743, 04 May 2017No i have this phone for 3yrs.now all in stock the batt charger and specially the camera still... moreyes i agree with you no problem with this phone at all
- AnonD-265743
- v0q
AnonD-666850, 04 May 2017Nice Phone. But tends to damage easily the charger, the camera, battery goes fast. the bes... moreNo i have this phone for 3yrs.now all in stock the batt charger and specially the camera still captures amazing photo..
- AnonD-666850
- K36
Nice Phone. But tends to damage easily the charger, the camera, battery goes fast.
the best thing of this phone its the camera and screen. Enjoy this phone while it last.
- AnonD-649787
- ITJ
AnonD-1385, 03 May 2017To DANY16:
The S5 all the way. It's still a flagship with premium specifications. Compared ... moreThat's sounds nice but i heard it takes a lot of time to charge and A series have better battery life. Also, the A3(2017) also has water resistance.
- ABC
- 64y
Harry, 03 May 2017Great phone, but if you are one of the unlucky ones, it has an absolutely terrible camera due ... moreWorse than S3 and S4?
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