Samsung and AT&T in early June announced It is a completely new version of Galaxy S7 known as Galaxy S7 Active. Now that the Samsung Galaxy S7 and S7 Edge have been around for a few months, a more robust version is coming just in time for summer with a massive 4,000mAh battery and shatterproof display. Here’s what potential buyers need to know.
When the new Galaxy S7 came with a more durable design and waterproof IP68 rating, many thought the popular “Active” model was a thing of the past. But as they have been doing for the past few years, AT&T introduced the Galaxy S7 Active with some extremely impressive features. So much in fact that many buyers might consider buying the original.
Basically the Galaxy S7 Active is the same great smartphone as the original. Boasting a great design, a beautiful display, waterproofing, a powerful processor and a great 12 Dual Pixel camera, this new model has garnered a bit more attention in terms of design and durability. It’s the most durable smartphone Samsung has ever released, and here are the details.
In late April and early May, our first details about Samsung’s new phone in partnership with AT&T emerged. Confirming that the two are once again working on a durable phone for summer ready, adventure lovers or just need a slightly more durable and reliable phone.
Galaxy S7 Active available starting June 10 today only from AT&T $26.50 per month or $794 outright. More information can be found below.
Galaxy S7 Active Release Date
We knew it would come, it was only a matter of time. It arrived on June 12 last year and we’ve heard that the same will be true this year. Like all Samsung phones lately, this one arrives a little earlier than expected.
Customers at AT&T will be able to pick up the new “Unbreakable” Galaxy S7 Active on Friday, June 10 in three different color options and in two installments. AT&T is also offering buyers a completely free Gear S2 smartwatch. AT&T is also offering the Galaxy Tab E for $0.99 with the purchase of the S7 Active.
The quick video above highlights some of the most important features and aspects of this phone, as well as reveals what makes it different from the Galaxy S7 that was released and ready to go in March.
Galaxy S7 Active Pricing and Availability
As we mentioned above, the new Galaxy S7 Active, Available from 10 June, and will be available in three different color options. Buyers can choose between Camo Green, Sandy Gold, or Titanium Gray for just $26.50 per month for 30 months or $33.13 per month for 24 months on AT&T Next. Two-year contracts are a thing of the past, and these monthly payment plans are the only option.
It was $199 last year with a new 2-year contract, but AT&T no longer offers them. So users can buy directly from June 10 or make monthly payments to get the latest and greatest.
Galaxy S7 Active Features and Features
The Samsung Galaxy S7 Active is essentially the same great phone as the Galaxy S7, but with a few notable additions. Of course the phone doesn’t look all that sleek or premium, but it’s built to last with Samsung’s first Shatter-resistant display similar to the DROID Turbo 2.
On the front of the Active are three dedicated hardware buttons compared to the home button and touch keys found on other Galaxy smartphones. This time, users get the same fingerprint scanner for added security as well as the durability the Active series is known for. It’s a little longer than the regular Galaxy S7 and a little thicker to fit that huge battery inside.
With a 4,000mAh battery, this phone can outlast any Galaxy smartphone to date, and can be fully charged in less than 2 hours using Quick Charge 2.0 technology, getting to 0-50% in just 30-35 minutes.
Galaxy S7 Active Waterproof and Unbreakable Display
The Galaxy S7 “Active” is built around the idea of being extremely durable or rugged. Most phones that claim to be water resistant have an IP67 rating; this basically means it can withstand being submerged in several feet of water for up to 10 minutes, but it is often water-damaged. This is not the case here.
Like the regular S7, AT&T’s Galaxy S7 Active can be fully submerged in approximately 5 feet of water for 30 minutes. It is fully IP68 certified for dust, water and drop protection. There’s also an additional aluminum ring around the bezel and a new display technology to provide drop protection.
Samsung and AT&T claim this is Samsung’s first phone with an “unbreakable” display. So no matter how hard or dropped from a height, it will not break. However, the screen can be scratched more easily than some, as the screen is most likely made of some type of plastic, rather than the Gorilla Glass 4 found on the original model released earlier this year.
The company claims it can be dropped from about 5 feet and won’t break or shatter. This is a big plus, considering all the reports of broken Galaxy S7 and S7 Edge smartphones.
Event Area Shortcut Button
As with all new Samsung smartphones, this device has a power button on the right side and the volume keys are located on the left edge of the device. However, similar to last year, Samsung has included a customizable “Activity Zone” button on the left above the volume controls.
A single tap of the Activity Zone buttons launches what the company calls your outdoor companion. It launches the custom Activity Zone app by default, but can be customized to do a wide variety of different things as the user sees fit.
The Activity Area essentially makes it easier than ever to go out or do something. Complete with a compass, flashlight, stopwatch, weather, barometer and all the usual Samsung S-Health fitness gadgets. Activity Zone tracks steps, run, distance traveled and calories lost. Not to mention using the heart rate sensor on the back of the camera to check your pulse, heart rate, stress level, blood pressure and much more.
All said and done Exclusive to AT&T, the Galaxy S7 Active delivers the same great Samsung Galaxy experience everyone knows and loves, just more durable, much longer lasting and with a bit of customization for those who need it. It’s available starting today, so grab one from almost any AT&T store and enjoy.
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