I'll trade the plastic back for the incredibly lightweight feel of the phone in the pocket. It's just brilliant not to have some heavy thing in your pocket, and really the rest of the build quality is really good.
Hmm...I see what you mean. I'm still amazed though by how well crafted the S4 is for such a powerful device. To me the plastic is a design decision which makes sense. It may not be aesthetically pleasing, but it's very functional.
everyone complains about the back and how it's plastic, but it's worth noting that that also allows you to remove it to change batteries, add/swap sd cards etc. just something to think about.
Thanks. :) The improved speeds happen automatically, all you need is a compatible AC router and you're set to go. It should improve the range of the WiFi as well.
I thought the battery was fine, I wonder if you got a bad batch? Yeah some countries get the optical reader and some don't, but you may be able to pick it up on the Samsung App Store.
When will people just understand that the s4 is the best dam phone around? I know this can be upsetting for Idroids who wasted big bucks following the crowd being told that I phones are ze best. Great video bud by the way. Ignore these haters.
phone is shit its offical. Phone was in my back pocket when i sat on it in my car and the thing smashed to bits?? two days before i had big fight with my GF about other girls texting me on my old galaxy ace so i threw it out of a 2nd floor window onto concrete and it still works fine no crack just a scratch on the corner?? wtf? s4 is made of paper?? and gonna cost me £150 excess to get my insurence to send me a new one as"once you open the phone to repair its never the same" WTF? WTF?
Hello! You mentioned WiFi AC. Color me blond ( lol ) but does this improived WiFi signal happen automatically or is there something I need to do? You were talking about it then the video flipped to the browser thingy..... Great vid btw
I agree that the build quality isn't bad. I'm not a fanboy, but I have to bring the iPhone example. It's metal and still very lightweight. It doesn't have to be plastic. I've had the S III in my hands and I think I could bend it if I really wanted to. It's an excellent phone, of course, but that bugs me. I mean, something like the HTC One X is still plastic, but it just feels better and looks better...
Glad we could help. The name? I wanted something visual as a name, and Ferret's are very visual. :) At one time I did think about calling it The Reckless Ferret.
Video helped me make my decision. Was torn between a HTC one and this phone. Coming from the HTC EVO 4g LTE I felt a little brand loyal but I've made up my mind
Thanks for video , I just got this phone I didn't know about the easer and the animation feature on the camera, very cool. I don't care for the battery on this phone though or the sound when your on the phone with someone, its kinda hard to hear. I don't have the optical reader app on mine!
Everything about the S4 criticized is the plastic and gimmicky.. But they failed or just refuse to acknowledge that it is indeed a lightweight phone that fits so comfortably in your pocket. The gimmickies have become an extra to what the others offer hence it shouldn't be a problem. Samsung has most if not all, in term of what other features the competitors are offering.
I bought the s4 just yesterday. I couldn't wait for the s5. I've got a I ohone 4s but contract is near the end, & I phone doesn't do it for me any more.
I think the point here is that you buy the phone as a phone and get the remote control for free. Rather like getting a camera for free. Or a GPS satnav for free. The real purpose of a smartphone is to make calls and text maybe? And why are you changing channels every 3 minutes anyway? :) Sit back, grab a drink and enjoy the program, it's a great one. :)
By the way you didn't have the camera set to 13 megapixels. I think it was on 9.6mp. To change it you have to go to settings and click on photo size and choose 13m 4128x3096 (4:30) Then you will have the full detail of 13 megapixels.
I was thinking of getting s4 but s5 will be out soon. So I'm better off waiting and so should everyone else. Don't want to upgrade now when s5 around the corner.
First of all, I don't understand why you bring those topics to the table. I was talking about design and only design. The point that I mentioned the iPhone's construction doesn't make me an iSheep, does it? And there's absolutely no necessity for you to curse. Go talk like that to a friend, if you want. Many phones are prohibited from removing certain parts, not only Apple's. We're talking about possible improvements. I think this discussion could be more constructive.
i know this is an old vid but i started streaming from my xbox one to twitch tv,anyway when doing speed tests im getting better results on my phone so how can the s4 help me with streaming from my xboxone? if it can at all? thanks for any help/advice cheers Andy P.S yeah the S4 is a monster only had it 2 weeks
Hmm...I'm not sure it can help you. They're two different platforms, so unless you can find some software to link the two I suspect you may be out of luck. Try an Xbox forum maybe?
Samsung puts a lot of features int heir phones some not useful and just take up space but a lot of the small features that you pointed out and smart stay and all of that are cool and i like
Great help and info, and what a "terribly English voice" (that's a POSITIVE, I didn't mean in a negative fashion) ;-) (although I guess you're Asian?) Well done sir. :-)
I wouldn't use the remote control feature as I have my TV remote next to me. Could use it when I'm out and see a TV, muck about with it, making people watching what's happening, lol
Great video very helpful and thank you for your time ...The Gs4 and the Note are the only phone I'll put the iPhone down for (" I have the Gs4 the wifey has the Note ll
Thanks for the feedback David, I'll try and slow up in future. :) I think the security thing is only available depending on your mobile service provider?
Heh, I assure you this is the real deal. It came straight from the Samsung press office, so unless they're now dealing with fake phones, I suspect it's actually the real phone. But thanks for the laugh. :)
Unless you're a criminal that shouldn't matter.. Btw what if you're kidnapped and the only way of finding you is someone tracking you on your phone? I'd rather be tracked thank you.
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Yeah some regions don't seem to have it. You may be able to install it from the Samsung App Store if you have access to that.
I'll trade the plastic back for the incredibly lightweight feel of the phone in the pocket. It's just brilliant not to have some heavy thing in your pocket, and really the rest of the build quality is really good.
Try looking directly on the Samsung App Store?
Was going to make the same comment, the translator even got the dative case correct which is really impressive.
Hmm...I see what you mean. I'm still amazed though by how well crafted the S4 is for such a powerful device. To me the plastic is a design decision which makes sense. It may not be aesthetically pleasing, but it's very functional.
everyone complains about the back and how it's plastic, but it's worth noting that that also allows you to remove it to change batteries, add/swap sd cards etc. just something to think about.
Thanks. :) The improved speeds happen automatically, all you need is a compatible AC router and you're set to go. It should improve the range of the WiFi as well.
I thought the battery was fine, I wonder if you got a bad batch? Yeah some countries get the optical reader and some don't, but you may be able to pick it up on the Samsung App Store.
When will people just understand that the s4 is the best dam phone around? I know this can be upsetting for Idroids who wasted big bucks following the crowd being told that I phones are ze best. Great video bud by the way. Ignore these haters.
Thanks Jason. :)
Yea, that Comic Sans styled font is so sexy. And circa Windows 95 window objects! Mmm, fat white text on black backgrounds and muddy blue.
phone is shit its offical. Phone was in my back pocket when i sat on it in my car and the thing smashed to bits?? two days before i had big fight with my GF about other girls texting me on my old galaxy ace so i threw it out of a 2nd floor window onto concrete and it still works fine no crack just a scratch on the corner?? wtf? s4 is made of paper?? and gonna cost me £150 excess to get my insurence to send me a new one as"once you open the phone to repair its never the same" WTF? WTF?
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Sorry, in what way...? Visual, audio or message?
what song plays at the end? i am an acoustic musician and it has a really nice sound! please get back to me!
Good video. just would like to say to try and keep it in focus as the blurriness at the end really hurts the eyes.
Oh thanks for the heads up. Useful tip.
My Galaxy S4 doesn't have safety assistance, is there any reason why or anyway I can enable it?
does watch on have to be on a samsung TV
how about the battery life ?
usually these kind of "jampacked features" phone have a really low battery life...
Thanks (I think). I'll try and improve. :)
Hello! You mentioned WiFi AC. Color me blond ( lol ) but does this improived WiFi signal happen automatically or is there something I need to do? You were talking about it then the video flipped to the browser thingy.....
Great vid btw
Glad we've helped. Hope you enjoy your new phone.
I agree that the build quality isn't bad. I'm not a fanboy, but I have to bring the iPhone example. It's metal and still very lightweight. It doesn't have to be plastic. I've had the S III in my hands and I think I could bend it if I really wanted to. It's an excellent phone, of course, but that bugs me. I mean, something like the HTC One X is still plastic, but it just feels better and looks better...
I luv your accent. Great video by the way!
Oh no, so sorry. I filmed it to make it easier to view on a listing ship. I'll need to sort that out for future reviews. :)
Adam Powell - Swan. Not released as yet.
I got a S4 a couple of days ago and I love this phone
I don't have or see the Safety Assistance on my phone?
i cant fine optical reader stock on the phone or google play
Mine doesn't have the Safety Assistance page!
My application back ground screen is black as yours and I didn't like it so how can you change it to white?
no its any TV brand that exists more or less, it even works for sound systems or anything with a ir receiver.
First you didn't correctly line up the s4 with the note 3. Then the scrolling feature doesn't scroll with the eyes but face or head movement.
Glad we could help. The name? I wanted something visual as a name, and Ferret's are very visual. :) At one time I did think about calling it The Reckless Ferret.
Video helped me make my decision. Was torn between a HTC one and this phone. Coming from the HTC EVO 4g LTE I felt a little brand loyal but I've made up my mind
Nice review
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you have a voice that is great to narrate the tv show national geographic.
Thanks for video , I just got this phone I didn't know about the easer and the animation feature on the camera, very cool. I don't care for the battery on this phone though or the sound when your on the phone with someone, its kinda hard to hear. I don't have the optical reader app on mine!
I'm glad that you tell us everything that we users don't know
Plus the removable battery.. Apple users miss out on it but I love it
Yes, I deliberately left it out because I felt it was very much a Samsung to Samsung feature and therefore not 'slick' or key to the phone.
You think you've got troubles? I had to spend hours filming it sideways. :)
No 'Safety Assistance' on mine. Must only be on the international version.
Everything about the S4 criticized is the plastic and gimmicky.. But they failed or just refuse to acknowledge that it is indeed a lightweight phone that fits so comfortably in your pocket. The gimmickies have become an extra to what the others offer hence it shouldn't be a problem. Samsung has most if not all, in term of what other features the competitors are offering.
For you guys saying you don't see safety assistance, you won't have it unless you have the international (Exynos, I95i
Nice review but I don't understand why phone companies don't put the headphone jack at the bottom of the device.
Just got the s4 today & I gota say it's amazing ;D
Wonder if the S5 will be worth upgrading? :)
Red Ferret Galaxy s5 =Galaxy s4+heartbeat sensor+selective focus camera
Evolution, not revolution then.
SIDE WINDER waterproof and dust proof too IP67 standard
+Vixuhs™ Lol im from the future we have Galaxy s7 guys xD
Yep, it's real. I bought and reviewed mine too. Like the accent too.
use your index and middle finger to press both ends of the volume button, works better than 1 finger on the middle (for emergency messaging)
Great information
I bought the s4 just yesterday. I couldn't wait for the s5. I've got a I ohone 4s but contract is near the end, & I phone doesn't do it for me any more.
Great video very useful as I own a galaxy s4 which is running the leaked version of the 4.4.2 update coming soon.
I think the point here is that you buy the phone as a phone and get the remote control for free. Rather like getting a camera for free. Or a GPS satnav for free. The real purpose of a smartphone is to make calls and text maybe?
And why are you changing channels every 3 minutes anyway? :) Sit back, grab a drink and enjoy the program, it's a great one. :)
I bought my S4 advance.... awesome !
also i think it doesnt get as hot as metal phones (iphone, htc one, etc)
By the way you didn't have the camera set to 13 megapixels. I think it was on 9.6mp. To change it you have to go to settings and click on photo size and choose 13m 4128x3096 (4:30)
Then you will have the full detail of 13 megapixels.
You're welcome haha
I was thinking of getting s4 but s5 will be out soon. So I'm better off waiting and so should everyone else. Don't want to upgrade now when s5 around the corner.
Thanks. :)
I LOVE THE FEEL OF THE S4. the plastic makes it better.
Ermmmm... Great video!
Thanks :)
First of all, I don't understand why you bring those topics to the table. I was talking about design and only design. The point that I mentioned the iPhone's construction doesn't make me an iSheep, does it? And there's absolutely no necessity for you to curse. Go talk like that to a friend, if you want. Many phones are prohibited from removing certain parts, not only Apple's. We're talking about possible improvements.
I think this discussion could be more constructive.
Thank you for this video. I'm getting my S4 soon. :)
Cool. Enjoy. :)
Oh really? That's interesting to know. I guess I didn't have the patience to practice until I got it right.
I find it funny, how you were saying "You don't care if it's gold or whatever" and now Apple has a champagne gold iPhone color :P
U forgot to mention s beam!
love my galaxy s4 I was on the iphone but then I switched
i know this is an old vid but i started streaming from my xbox one to twitch tv,anyway when doing speed tests im getting better results on my phone so how can the s4 help me with streaming from my xboxone? if it can at all? thanks for any help/advice cheers Andy P.S yeah the S4 is a monster only had it 2 weeks
Hmm...I'm not sure it can help you. They're two different platforms, so unless you can find some software to link the two I suspect you may be out of luck. Try an Xbox forum maybe?
Red Ferret
Watching this from my galaxy s4!! :)
very nice info made my choice for this instead of the iphone a lot easier XD btw quick question....why the name "the red ferret" ? just curious lol
Samsung puts a lot of features int heir phones some not useful and just take up space but a lot of the small features that you pointed out and smart stay and all of that are cool and i like
Bluetooth feature is niceeee
cheers mate...
Agree totally. :)
Thank you very much, and pip pip! :)
the air wave is for if your eating food or something and don't want to dirty your phone (i know from experience)
Great help and info, and what a "terribly English voice" (that's a POSITIVE, I didn't mean in a negative fashion) ;-) (although I guess you're Asian?)
Well done sir. :-)
you can get the remote control on the lock screen, and he is not saying buy a phone just for the remote he is saying that is a cool feature.
Got a major neck ache tilting my head to the side to see the phone, LOL!
how is it fake?
Thanks, I like your accent too. :)
(by the way, the phone is real)
why does that matter?
Harrumph...thanks. :)
i see no safety assist
Perfect for watching movies, superbowl etc. when you're too far away from the tv.
I wouldn't use the remote control feature as I have my TV remote next to me. Could use it when I'm out and see a TV, muck about with it, making people watching what's happening, lol
I think your right shouldnt there be galaxy s 4 written on the back
Heh, thanks. :)
I'll love the day when Samsung decides to build a new Galaxy S that is not all plasticky.
(I9500, octa-core).
The back of the phone isnt great but it didnt bother me because I knew the phone was going in a super protective case asap.
Hah, win-win!
Great video very helpful and thank you for your time ...The Gs4 and the Note are the only phone I'll put the iPhone down for (" I have the Gs4 the wifey has the Note ll
Thanks very much. :) Yes I have a lot of respect for the Note handsets, great product all round. :)
Red Ferret
Great job mate from the USA just need to go a bit slower,lol. I didn't see the security thing on my phone though?the sos thing
Thanks for the feedback David, I'll try and slow up in future. :) I think the security thing is only available depending on your mobile service provider?
Safety Assistance is not available on U.S. models.
Heh, I assure you this is the real deal. It came straight from the Samsung press office, so unless they're now dealing with fake phones, I suspect it's actually the real phone. But thanks for the laugh. :)
God this guy waffles on. GET TO THE POINT!
Thanks for the comment, I'll try and improve.
Red Ferret I disagree, I thought this was very informative and you held my attention throughout the entire video.
Thanks Callum, kind of you to say. :)
its 12 mp, not 13.
True Samsung is the best and they have proved properly
Biggup big screen
IPhone fans hating
Good
At least a day's worth of battery life..
you have the fake version. because flash is too much yellow. no samsung galaxy logo on the bottom of the back and sides are to dark.
Unless you're a criminal that shouldn't matter..
Btw what if you're kidnapped and the only way of finding you is someone tracking you on your phone? I'd rather be tracked thank you.
Hah, never thought of that. :)
UK version just says Samsung