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Full hardware specifications for Samsung’s Galaxy S8

Samsung has officially unveiled the Galaxy S8, the successor to last year’s S7. Unlike last year’s model, the Galaxy S8 features a “bezel-less” screen that the company is calling an “Infinity Display.” On top of this, Samsung has unveiled its virtual assistant called Bixby which can be activated by holding down on a brand new physical button, located just below the volume rocker.

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Galaxy S8	Specification
Android version	Android 7.0 Nougat
Screen size	5.8″ Quad HD+ Super AMOLED
Resolution	2960×1440 pixels
PPI	570 ppi
Primary camera	12MP, OIS, F1.7
Front camera	8 MP, AF, F1.7
Processor	Qualcomm Snapdragon 835 or Samsung Exynos 8895 (international)
Storage	64GB (UFS 2.1)
Expandable storage up to	256GB
RAM	4GB
Battery	3000mAh (nonremovable)
Ports	USB Type-C, headphone jack
Weight	195 g
Dimensions	162.5 x 74.8 x 8.6 mm
Other features	IP68 water and dust resistant, IRIS scanner, rear-facing fingerprint sensor, Samsung KNOX
Color options	Midnight Black, Orchid Gray, Coral Blue, Arctic Silver, Maple Gold, Rose Pink
Carrier availability	AT&T, Sprint, T-Mobile, Verizon
Base price off-contract	~$725
In-box accessories	USB Cable, Earphone, Ejection pin, USB power adaptor, USB connector (USB type-C), Micro USB connector

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Samsung will bring One UI to Galaxy S8, Note 8

Ben Schoon Nov 12 2018 - 7:31 am PT

Last week at its annual developer conference, Samsung officially revealed its latest design change, Samsung One UI. The updated interface makes a lot of changes, arguably for the better, and will hit recent releases in a couple of months. Samsung has also confirmed that the Galaxy S8, S8+, and Note 8 will also get this update.

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Samsung brings AR Emojis and Super Slow-Motion video to Galaxy S8 and Galaxy Note 8

Ben Schoon Sep 17 2018 - 9:02 am PT

Samsung’s Galaxy S9 and Galaxy Note 9 offer some fun software features, but those weren’t available on older hardware for a while. This week, Samsung has updated both its Galaxy S8 and Galaxy Note 8 with AR Emojis and Super Slow-Motion video…

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Samsung Experience update brings homescreen rotation to Galaxy S8, S8+, Note 8

Justin Duino Jul 9 2018 - 9:40 am PT

Most of today’s flagship Android phones allow you to rotate the homescreen when using them in landscape mode. After a recent Samsung Experience update, this is now also possible on the Galaxy S8, S8+ and Note 8.
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Samsung brings ‘video lockscreen’ feature to Galaxy Note 8 and S8 from Galaxy S9

Ben Schoon Jul 2 2018 - 8:38 am PT

Samsung hasn’t made any drastic changes to its hardware or software for the past year or so, but the company has been doing great with bringing new features to older devices. Recently, the company quietly brought its “video lockscreen” from the S9 to last year’s crop of devices.

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Samsung adds nearly 30 new clockfaces to ‘Always-On Display’ on S8, S9, Note 8 w/ app

Ben Schoon Jun 26 2018 - 6:51 am PT

Samsung packs its devices full of features, some useful, some not. One of my personal favorites for the past few years has been the “Always-On Display” which debuted on the Galaxy S7. In recent releases and updates, Samsung has continually improved the feature. Now, Samsung is adding quite a few new customizations.

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May security patch rolling out now to Samsung Galaxy S8, S8+, Note 8 users on T-Mobile, Verizon [Update]

Ben Schoon May 23 2018 - 4:07 pm PT

Android’s monthly security updates have done a great job in helping keep devices secure from the plethora of bugs that pop up from time to time. However, some are pretty slow about rolling them out. Today, T-Mobile and Samsung are rolling out May’s security patch to some devices.

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How to add an animated GIF to the Galaxy S9, S8, and Note 8’s ‘Always-on Display’

Justin Duino Apr 2 2018 - 9:28 am PT

Out of the box, the Galaxy S9 and S9+ were able to show an image of the user’s choosing on the Always-on Display. Now, any Samsung phone running Oreo including the S9, S8, and Note 8 can add a GIF to the lockscreen. Here’s how…

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Samsung’s ‘Always-On Display’ can show animated GIFs on the Galaxy S9, S8, and Note 8

Ben Schoon Apr 2 2018 - 8:55 am PT

While Samsung wasn’t the first to deliver an ambient display function on its smartphones, it may very well have the most feature-rich one on the market with its “Always-On Display.” Now, it’s picking up a new feature that displays GIFs…

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Unlocked Galaxy S8 & Note 8 devices to get Android Oreo in ‘2-3 weeks’ as Samsung explains delay from carrier models

Ben Schoon Mar 26 2018 - 8:05 am PT

Samsung has slowly been rolling out Android Oreo to its flagship devices from last year, and last week we saw the S8 complete its rollout to major carrier variants. However, unlocked users have been left in the dark when it comes to that update, with Note 8 owners in the same boat. Thankfully, Samsung is finally acknowledging that and giving answers.

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Android Oreo now available for Galaxy S8 users on AT&T

Ben Schoon Mar 21 2018 - 6:41 am PT

Samsung kicked off its Android Oreo rollout for the Galaxy S8 earlier this year, but until last week it was available in the States. Now, AT&T users are getting in on the fun…

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Android Oreo now rolling out to the Galaxy S8/S8+ on T-Mobile and Sprint

Ben Schoon Mar 19 2018 - 7:01 am PT

Samsung has slowly been rolling out Android Oreo to its first flagship from 2017, the Galaxy S8. Last week, that rollout finally expanded to the United States with the Verizon variant, and over the weekend two more carriers started pushing out that same update…

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Samsung Galaxy S8/S8+ starting to pick up Android Oreo in the US, starting w/ Verizon

Ben Schoon Mar 15 2018 - 3:16 pm PT

Samsung kicked off its Android Oreo rollout for the Galaxy S8 internationally earlier this year, but it gave no word on when that update would land in the United States. Now, out of nowhere, the update is starting to roll out…

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Here’s the official changelog for Samsung’s Android Oreo update on the Galaxy S8

Ben Schoon Mar 1 2018 - 12:48 pm PT

After beta programs and regional rollouts, Samsung has finally given us more information on its Android Oreo update for the Galaxy S8 with an official changelog.

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Samsung appears to have resumed its Android Oreo rollout for the Galaxy S8/S8+

Ben Schoon Feb 22 2018 - 9:46 am PT

Android Oreo hasn’t quite taken the foothold that Google wants it to in regards the Android market as a whole. The main reason for that is easily OEMs who have yet to update their devices to the latest OS. Samsung is the biggest Android OEM, so any steps it makes in this area make a difference. Now, the company is resuming its Android Oreo rollout to the Galaxy S8 after halting it earlier this month.

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Samsung including a pair of Gear IconX (2018) earbuds w/ Galaxy S8 or Note 8 purchases

Ben Schoon Feb 19 2018 - 10:11 am PT

Truly wireless earbuds are becoming very popular thanks to Apple’s AirPods, and competitors are getting better and better. Samsung’s Gear IconX wireless earbuds are pretty fantastic, and now the $200 earbuds come free with the S8 or Note 8 for a limited time.

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Samsung halts Android Oreo rollout to Galaxy S8 w/ new version in development [Update]

Ben Schoon Feb 14 2018 - 7:42 am PT

After a successful beta program over the past several months, Samsung officially released Android Oreo for its Galaxy S8 in several regions earlier this month. Now, though, that rollout has been halted.

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Samsung’s Android Oreo rollout expands to three more countries, still no ETA for US

Ben Schoon Feb 9 2018 - 8:01 am PT

After kicking off its rollout yesterday, Samsung is now expanding the Android Oreo rollout to the Galaxy S8 in three more countries.

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Samsung kicks off Android Oreo rollout for Galaxy S8, available now in Germany

Ben Schoon Feb 8 2018 - 6:20 am PT

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Android Oreo is slowly gaining market share, but it’s taking quite a while since no major players have jumped on board. However, after finishing up its beta program, it seems Samsung is starting to roll out Oreo to its Galaxy S8 flagship.

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Samsung closing off Oreo beta for Galaxy S8 today, public release expected soon

Ben Schoon Jan 26 2018 - 6:05 am PT

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Android Oreo has been available in beta for the Galaxy S8 for a fair while now, but the company has been quiet on when the public release would kick off. However, now the beta has ended, and the next release will be the final build…

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Samsung is now including wireless AKG headphones with a Galaxy S8 or Galaxy Note 8

Ben Schoon Jan 17 2018 - 5:18 am PT

Samsung’s Galaxy S8 and Galaxy Note 8 are two of the best phones on the market right now, and they include a ton of great features. One nice perk is the included set of headphones from AKG, and now, Samsung is upping the ante on those.

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A recent Samsung Galaxy S8 update seemingly broke fast charging for some users

Ben Schoon Nov 30 2017 - 6:11 am PT

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Samsung has never been known for providing quick updates, but it’s been getting better over the years. However, one of Samsung’s recent monthly security patch rollouts to the Galaxy S8 and S8+ has seemingly broken fast charging for some users.

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Samsung’s Galaxy S8/S8+ get third Android Oreo beta to fix lag and squash bugs

Ben Schoon Nov 29 2017 - 6:50 am PT

Android Oreo has had a slow rollout so far, but its arrival on popular devices is sure to help out with that. Lately, Samsung has been beta testing Oreo on the Galaxy S8, and today, the third update to that beta is available in the United States.

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Samsung just unveiled a gorgeous new ‘Burgundy Red’ Galaxy S8 [Video]

Ben Schoon Nov 8 2017 - 6:32 am PT

Fall is here and it’s time for cold days, Pumpkin Spice Lattes, and the beautiful scenery that comes with the leaves changing. To celebrate, Samsung has a new color for one of its flagship phones, the Galaxy S8 in “Burgundy Red.”

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Samsung Experience 9.0 brings Android Oreo beta to the Galaxy S8 & S8+

Justin Duino Nov 1 2017 - 9:03 pm PT

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After several days of quiet chatter about Samsung potentially beta testing Android Oreo on some of its hardware, the South Korean company has officially announced Experience 9.0. What this means is that if you own either a Samsung Galaxy S8 or S8+, you can sign up to test out Oreo before any other Galaxy owner…

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