Hi Huneybees,
Samsung Electronics Singapore today showcased the new Galaxy Note7, its latest device to its flagship Galaxy Note line. Building on Samsung’s category-defining leadership in the smartphone market, the Galaxy Note7 sets a new standard for large-screen devices with a premium and refined design, topped with innovative features and top-of-the-line security capabilities. Created for lifestyles striking a balance between work and play, the Galaxy Note7 enables users to achieve more than what they thought possible on a smartphone.
Samsung also showcased the evolution of Samsung Knox, the award winning and defence-grade security platform that is being taken beyond mobile to serve as the backbone of secure enterprise and consumer solutions and services.
Key Product Highlights:
Galaxy Note7 S Pen: Bringing Ideas to Life – The Galaxy Note7 features a new and enhanced S Pen that is more than just a writing tool – it updated design with a smaller pen tip and improvements to pressure sensitivity, offers users a highly accurate and real pen-like experience. The Galaxy Note7 and its S Pen are both equipped with IP682-certified water and dust resistant capabilities, providing users with increased utility where they can jot down their thoughts without interruption anytime.
Advanced Security: With the Blink of an Eye – In addition to fingerprint scanning, the Galaxy Note7 is equipped with new iris recognition3 technology, a highly secure biometric authentication system. Coupled with Samsung Knox, an award-winning defence-grade security platform, the Galaxy Note7 provides a new level of security and convenience.
Best-in-Class Entertainment – Equipped with a 5.7-inch QHD SUPER AMOLED display, the Galaxy Note7 features immersive entertainment capabilities. It is the first smartphone that is High Dynamic Range4 (HDR) video streaming-ready, providing users with a cinema-like experience with brighter colours and a deeper black, ensuring the most fulfilling movie experience.
Galaxy Foundation with Refined Craftsmanship – Featuring a front-to-back 3D dual-edge curve Corning® Gorilla® Glass 5 finishing, the Galaxy Note7 provides users with a firm and comfortable grip with its refined design. It does not compromise on functionality as well, where the simplified and refined user experience also enables users to enjoy seamless interaction with their phone. Users can also capture important memories in true-to-life colours with the Galaxy Note7, where its 1.4μm dual-pixel technology, wide f1.7 aperture and fast auto-focus work together to make sharp and beautiful photography possible even in low-light environments.
Dual SIM Support – The Galaxy Note7 is equipped with Dual SIM capability, offering users added usage flexibility. Equipped with 64GB of internal storage4, and with the additional external memory slot offering expandable storage of up to 256GB, users can enjoy added versatility without worrying about running out of space to store their content on their device.
In celebration of the launch of the Galaxy Note7 in Singapore, Samsung will be hosting its Galaxy
Studio consumer event at Civic Plaza, Ngee Ann City from 7pm to 9pm on 3 August 2016, and 11am
to 9pm from 4 – 28 August 2016.
The Galaxy Studio will comprise specially curated experiential zones and a comprehensive product
showcase area, where visitors can enjoy and try out a slew of fun and immersive activities that
incorporates the features of Galaxy Note7.
At the various zones, consumers can also experience the all-round multimedia features of a connected Galaxy ecosystem.
Activities at the various themed zones include:
The Intelligent S Pen
Visitors can enjoy a hands-on experience and explore what the S Pen can do in this zone. You will be able to learn more and complete the 5-point lesson and stand a chance to win a Galaxy Note7 worth $1,168 every week!
Advanced Security Beyond your Fingerprints
In this zone, you can unlock the Galaxy Note7 using its Iris Scanner, and locate the Secure Folder within to retrieve their lucky number. You can then key in the lucky number into the safebox and stand a chance to walk away with attractive prizes!
Embark on an Interactive Fitness Journey
At the curated experiential zones for the Gear Fit2 and Gear IconX, visitors can get their adrenaline pumping and try out the enhanced fitness features and capabilities, through interactive exercises such as running on a treadmill and mountain biking.
Capture your Travels with Gear 360
In this zone, you will be able to experience different ways of capturing your travel journeys and memories in 360◦ with the Gear 360. Visitors can also participate in the Photo Contest, where you can strike the best pose with the Singapore skyline in the background, and stand a chance to win a Gear 360 worth $498 weekly. Within this zone, you can also check out the new Galaxy Note7 Lens Kit.
Connected Galaxy Experience
Visitors at Galaxy Studio will also have the opportunity to get a hands-on experience of the latest devices and offerings in the Galaxy ecosystem – the Galaxy Note7, Gear 360, Gear Fit2, Gear IconX, at the comprehensive product showcase area.
4D VR and VR Gaming Experience
You can unleash your sporty side and try out Olympic sports such as swimming, diving, fencing, cycling BMX and boxing without losing too much sweat. You can even try out virtual kayaking in 4D, all via the Samsung Gear VR.
Secure and Smart Shopping with Samsung Pay
You will get to experience a whole new and safe way of shopping in this zone. Using Samsung Pay on the Galaxy Note7, and its Iris Scanner for added security, you can enjoy free gelato ice-cream of your choice.
Samsung Knox
Learn about the Samsung Knox security platform and its five key components in this zone! Consumers can build their own Knox castle, and receive a free gift. The individual who takes
the shortest time to build their Knox castle and label correctly its key components will stand a
chance to win a Galaxy Note7 worth $1,168.
BMW ConnectedDrive
BMW ConnectedDrive is an intelligent networking of driver, vehicle and the environment that raises the level of convenience, infotainment and safety. Thanks to a built-in SIM card, each BMW comes fully-equipped with Intelligent Emergency Call, Teleservices, as well as options such as BMW Online, Real Time Traffic Information, Concierge Services and Remote Services.
My BMW Remote App allows visitors to import desired locations from their smartphone and send to the vehicle's navigation system. The "Climate Control" makes it possible to control the interior temperature by adjusting the auxiliary ventilation. Locate its whereabouts in a crowded parking lot by flashing the headlights or sounding off the horn all with a simple tap on the My BMW Remote app. The car can also be locked and unlocked from afar even when you are travelling overseas.
Samsung Service Clinic
Consumers visiting Galaxy Studio on the weekends can head down to the Samsung Service Clinic to
run a quick check on their Samsung Galaxy devices including:
- 5-point diagnostic test to ensure their devices are operating at the optimal level
- Free Battery replacement
- Free Battery Back Cover
- Free Screen Protector
Weekly Galaxy Note7 Giveaway
Consumers visiting Galaxy Studio can also stand a chance to win a Galaxy Note7 worth $1,168 in
the weekly giveaway. 3 winners every week! To be eligible for the draw, you will simply need to
experience and take part in the activities at any three of the experiential zones, where you will also
be entitled to redeem a free gift.
Local Pricing and Availability
The Galaxy Note7 will be available from 20 August 2016 at the recommended retail price of $1,168 (inclusive of GST). Available in colour options of Black Onyx, Gold Platinum and Silver Titanium, the device will be available at all local telecommunication operators, major consumer electronics stores, authorised mobile retailers, Samsung Experience Stores and Lazada Singapore.
Compatible with the Galaxy Note7, the new Galaxy Note7 Lens Kit will also be available at the recommended retail price of $198, where users can pair their Galaxy Note7 with the different lens and take photos in different forms. The Lens Kit includes:
- 1 x Lens Cover
- 1 x Wide-Angle Lens (108° Angle)
- 1 x Telephoto Lens (2x Optical Zoom)
Registration of interest with telecommunication operators for the Samsung Galaxy Note7 will commence from 3 August 2016, Wednesday, 12noon. Consumers can visit the following URLs for more information:
- M1: www.m1.com.sg/galaxynote7
- Singtel: www.singtel.com/galaxynote7
- StarHub: www.starhub.com/galaxynote7
Consumers can also visit the following Samsung Experience Stores from 3 August 2016 during opening hours to pre-order the Galaxy Note7 (without contract) by placing a $50 deposit per device:
- Central: 313@Somerset #B2-24/25/26 Tel: 6836 1809, Bugis Junction #01-54 Tel: 6338 7911, Chinatown Point #01-48 Tel: 6222 7911, Great World City #02-39 Tel: 6235 1134, Paragon #B1-27/27A Tel: 6735 5926, VivoCity #02-28/29 Tel: 6376 9150
- East: Bedok Mall #B1-07 Tel: 6785 1118, Singapore Changi Airport Terminal 3 #02-23 Tel : 6241 4125 (Open to transit and departing passengers only), Parkway Parade #03-30F Tel: 6440 7969, Tampines Mall #02-29 Tel: 6782 9575
- North: AMK Hub #B1-37/38 Tel: 6753 6070, Causeway Point #03-12 Tel: 6891 1011, NEX #04-42 Tel: 6636 7392
- West: Jurong Point #B1-09/10 Tel: 6791 2272, Westgate #01-01 Tel: 6369 9175
Starting from 3 August 2016, 12noon, pre-order for the Galaxy Note7 will also be available online at major consumer electronics stores (Best Denki, Courts, Gain City, Hachi and Harvey Norman) and Lazada Singapore. Consumers can also register their interest to purchase the Galaxy Note7 online at Newstead. More information is available at the following URLs:
- Best Denki: go.bestdenki.com.sg/galaxynote7/
- Hachi: www.hachi.tech/galaxynote7/
- Courts: www.courts.com.sg/galaxynote7/
- Gain City: www.gaincity.com/galaxynote7/
- Harvey Norman: www.harveynorman.com.sg/galaxynote7/
- Newstead: www.newstead.com.sg/galaxynote7/
- Lazada Singapore: www.lazada.sg/samsung-sg/galaxynote7/
Pre-order for the Galaxy Note7 will also be available at Galaxy Studio, and will commence from 3 August 2016, 7pm. To pre-order, consumers simply have to place a $50 deposit and select their choice of collection point from either Galaxy Studio or any Samsung Experience Stores on 19 August 2016.
All successful pre-order customers will receive a complimentary Samsung Galaxy Note7 Lens Kit worth $198 during collection on 19 August 2016.
For more information, go to www.samsung.com.sg.
Stay tuned for a review of the Samsung Note7!
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