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The latest Samsung flagship has different variants ”” four to be exact ””. The company wanted to play with the possibility of reaching the maximum possible audience; not all users have the same preferences. Hence, the Samsung Galaxy S4 has four versions focused on different types of customers. And we will see what these options, and features, of all versions of this smartphone are .
Samsung Galaxy s4
The original model is the one currently available on the Spanish market. It can be obtained in free format or through the different national operators. This equipment is one of the few that is compatible with the latest mobile networks on the market. We refer to 4G connections that exceed 100 Mbps, although this figure will depend on the coverage of the place where the client is located.
Meanwhile, it is one of the few computers that manages to have a Full HD screen with a diagonal size of five inches. In addition, so that the client does not have to sacrifice space in the pocket either, Samsung has wanted to make this Samsung Galaxy S4 with a fairly tight design and it could be said that its chassis is practically the same length as that of its predecessor, Samsung Galaxy S3. In addition, its thickness is quite restrained getting only 7.9 millimeters.
On the other hand, in Spain you can get the model that has a quad-core processor with a working frequency of 1.9 GHz and will be accompanied by a RAM of two GigaBytes. Meanwhile, in its photographic part its resolution has been increased from the typical eight Megapixels to 13 MPx, with an integrated LED Flash and the possibility of recording Full HD videos.
This model is the top of the range with great detail and is aimed at an audience that wants the latest technology on the market from one of the leading companies in the sector. Above all, speaking in terms of advanced mobiles on the Android platform, which in this case will run Android 4.2 Jelly Bean version with many new features. It can only be said that the user can control this Samsung Galaxy S4 without touching its screen.
Samsung Galaxy S4 mini
Meanwhile, if the customer is not too demanding and does not need the latest technology on the market, Samsung has thought that the best bet is to get the model called Samsung Galaxy S4 mini. This version lowers the screen size to 4.3 inches ”” somewhat larger than what can be seen on the Samsung Galaxy S2 ””.
Likewise, its power is also reduced, although it is still a smartphone capable of moving the operating system with ease. Inside you can see a dual-core processor with a frequency of 1.7 GHz, accompanied by a 1.5 GB RAM, a figure higher than many computers have integrated.
Also, if in the original model the customer can have, at least, an internal space of 16 GB, this Samsung Galaxy S4 mini can have eight GB of internal memory. Although, yes, the compatible MicroSD cards can reach up to 64 GB extra.
As far as connections are concerned, Samsung also includes support for 4G networks in this model; the client will also be able to navigate at high speeds, and it will be more than enough to navigate Internet pages with ease, check e-mail, visit different profiles on social networks or watch streaming videos through the YouTube service. Although this will depend on the market, and Samsung Galaxy S4 mini is not for sale yet.
As for its camera, this model is equipped with an eight mega- pixel sensor , with integrated Flash and capable of capturing videos at maximum resolution; ie Full HD or 1920 x 1080 pixels with a rate of 30 frames per second.
Samsung Galaxy S4 Active
Now, the more adventurous customers will also have their customized version of the company's first sword and it has been dubbed the Samsung Galaxy S4 Active. This model has a chassis prepared to withstand great challenges: it is capable of being submerged under water or withstanding blows and inside it is impossible for even a speck of dust to enter. Of course, its thickness increases to 9.1 millimeters. This version is indicated for those users who want to play sports with their terminal in tow.
Meanwhile, its screen will continue to be five inches with Full HD resolution. As for its processor, it will be the same one that equips the original model sold in Spain, that is: four cores and a frequency of 1.9 GHz. All this accompanied by a RAM of two GB and an internal space of 16 GB.
Also, the version of Google's operating system is Android 4.2 Jelly Bean with the famous custom layer ”” user interface ”” Samsung TouchWiz . And, of course, with all kinds of applications installed as well as access to all the services of the Internet giant. Finally, your camera is eight megapixels and is also capable of video recording in high definition.
Samsung Galaxy S4 Zoom
Its phone part is practically the same as what can be found in the Samsung Galaxy S4 mini. While on the back you can see that it is not a common smartphone . And it is that Samsung has wanted to make a powerful terminal with a conventional digital camera on the back. Hence, they have baptized this version as Samsung Galaxy S4 Zoom, a version focused on those who love photography and who are dedicated to photographing all those moments that they later want to share.
And is that the camera that accompanies this version of the Samsung Galaxy S4 has an optical zoom of up to 10 increases; It achieves a maximum resolution of 16 Megapixels and its Flash is Xenon type. Meanwhile, its interface has been redesigned to give direct access to the main functions of its most outstanding feature: the camera. For example, using the so-called “Zoom Ring” ”” the zoom ring of the lens ”” in addition to focusing and adjusting the magnification to be applied, will also give access to the different functions of the camera.
For the rest, we have a team based on Android 4.2 Jelly Bean, capable of connecting to 4G networks. "" It remains to be confirmed whether this option will be available in the model that arrives in Spain "" dual-core clocked at 1.5 GHz and 1.5 GB RAM. its internal space is eight GigaBytes and it also supports 64 GB MicroSD cards.
On the other hand, it is the thickest model of all. And the culprit is, of course, the powerful rear sensor. Thanks to him, the total thickness of the equipment is 15.4 millimeters. Although be careful, with it the client will forget having to carry a smartphone and camera.