Samsung Galaxy Note9 Phone Has an Intelligent Camera: Scene Optimizer Uses A.I. to Identify the Type of Scene You’re About to Photograph; Flaw Detection Instantly Notifies You of Flaws So You Can Take Another Photo; Dual Aperture Lens for Shooting in Any Lighting; Super Slow-mo

The following video presents Galaxy Note9’s Intelligent Camera:
“The Galaxy Note9 builds on Samsung’s industry-leading camera technologies with new capabilities that take the work out of capturing the perfect photo.“

Samsung released the Galaxy Note9 with its accompanying Remote Control S Pen, and the Galaxy Watch.

Samsung Galaxy Note9’s Intelligent Camera includes the following highlights:

• The Scene Optimizer uses artificial intelligence (A.I.) via deep-learning technology to analyze objects, scenery and time elements in the camera’s frame in order to identify exactly which type of scene you’re about to photograph. The function recognizes 20 types of scenes—including ‘Food’, ‘Flowers’, ‘Indoor scenes’ and ‘Landscapes’— and automatically adjusts the color tone based on how the scene is classified[1]. It corrects the saturation, white balance, brightness and contrast in order to provide the best possible image. And because it does not require a network connection, it’s always available to help make your photos look great.

• With Flaw Detection, once a photo has been snapped, if the subject’s eyes are closed, the image is blurry, or there is a smudge on the lens, the feature automatically scans it for flaws and notifies you if any are found[2]. That way, you can take another picture before you lose the moment.

• Rear Dual Camera: Combining an F2.4 aperture lens with an F1.5, the Dual Aperture lens automatically adjusts to light, letting in more light when it’s dark and less when it’s bright to produce images that are crisp and clear.” The Galaxy Note9’s multi-frame processing technology, which combines several photos into one to create an optimal image, allows the camera to provide better HDR at night, and enriches the Live Focus feature with improved brightness and noise when taking pictures in low-light environments.
• Front Camera:
  • 8MP AF sensor
  • FOV: 80˚
  • F1.7 aperture
  • Selfie focus
  • Selfie
  • Wide selfie
• Four times slower than traditional slow-motion video, Super Slow-mo is powered by the camera’s Super Speed Dual Pixel image sensor, which supports much faster image processing thanks in part to its integrated DRAM memory chip. The feature also includes an automatic Motion Detection function that instantly starts recording as soon as it detects movement. You can transform 0.4 seconds of footage into approximately 12 seconds of Super Slow-mo video when taken in single shot mode[3]. Once a video is recorded, the feature automatically “adds appropriate background music that makes the recorded moment even more epic.”

[1] Accuracy may differ by settings and surrounding conditions.
[2] Accuracy of Flaw Detection function may differ depending on surrounding conditions or subject. Blink detection works within 1.5 meters and a maximum of 3 people are detectable at the same time. Blur detection feature senses when the camera shakes, and recognizes face blur in the photo.
[3] Video is initially recorded at 480fps and digitally converted into 960fps footage.

The Samsung S Pen includes the following highlights:

• The S Pen is now a remote for your Note9.
• With the press of a button, you can snap photos, change slides, and pause YouTube—or set custom controls.¹
• Slip it back into the Note9 for 30 more minutes of power with just 40 seconds of charging.²
• Pop out the S Pen to turn on the Screen off memo notepad—all without unlocking your phone.
• From to-do lists to notes, write and pin them to the Always On Display for easy access or find it later in the Samsung Notes app.
• With its open SDK (software development kit) later this year, developers will be able to integrate the S Pen’s intuitive controls into a wide range of apps that will allow you to streamline more tasks with a simple click.

¹  S Pen remote function reaches up to 30 feet in an open space. Performance subject to circumstances.
² S Pen battery life may vary based on usage. 30-minute measurement is based on average Bluetooth use.

Fortnite Galaxy Skin redemption
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Hey Fortnite fans!

Galaxy Note9 and the Galaxy Tab S4 users are eligible to redeem the Galaxy skin after playing three matches of Fortnite on their device. Users should allow 24-48 hours for processing. Once the user’s Galaxy skin is available, the user will receive a gift box in Fortnite containing the outfit. For more information about redeeming the Galaxy skin, please refer to the instructions within Fortnite or www.samsung.com/us/galaxyskin.

https://us.community.samsung.com/t5/Galaxy-Note-9-Questions-and/Fortnite-Galaxy-Skin-redemption/td-p/380190

The following video presents Galaxy Note9’s High-Performance Features:
“The Galaxy Note9 offers users the very best in terms of battery life, speed and storage with an all-day, 4,000mAh battery, support for mobile carriers’ fastest network speeds, and a choice of either 128GB or 512GB of memory.“

The Galaxy Watch highlights include:

• New stress management tracker provides breathing exercises to help you stay focused, and new advanced sleep tracking that monitors quality of sleep.
• You can also manually track 39 activities.
• Certified military-level durability with Corning® Gorilla® Glass DX+ and 5 ATM water resistance, so it can go from the swimming pool to the shower without leaving your wrist.
• You can make and receive calls, respond to messages, stream music offline with Spotify[6] and more, all right from your wrist.
• Improved battery life.

*From 8/24/18 – 9/8/18, buy a Galaxy Watch, and receive a select band. If you return qualifying purchase, you may be charged full retail value of gift. One gift per qualifying purchase. Cannot be combined with other offers. Offer valid 8/24/18 – 9/8/18 only, or while supplies last, whichever is sooner.

The following video presents Galaxy Note9’s High-Performance Features:
“The Galaxy Note9 offers users the very best in terms of battery life, speed and storage with an all-day, 4,000mAh battery, support for mobile carriers’ fastest network speeds, and a choice of either 128GB or 512GB of memory.“

PRESS RELEASE

Samsung Galaxy Note9: An Award-Winning Phone for Those Who Want It All Arrives In Stores In The U.S. Today

Samsung Newsroom (with U.S. Specific News Release) 08.24.18

Note9 delivers all-day performance, a remote control S Pen, an intelligent camera and exclusive access to the Galaxy skin within Fortnite

Also available today: the new Galaxy Watch, a premium, powerful smartwatch that allows users to stay connected longer

RIDGEFIELD PARK, NJ – August 24, 2018 – Samsung Electronics America, Inc. announced that the super powerful Galaxy Note9—recognized for its immersive display, all-day battery, and intelligent camera—is now available for purchase online and in-store across the U.S. The phones come in two colors: Ocean Blue with a Yellow S Pen and Lavender Purple with matching S Pen.

The Galaxy Watch, which has a long-lasting battery and wellness capabilities, is also available starting today. The premium smartwatch comes in two sizes of 46mm, available in Silver, and 42mm, available in Midnight Black and Rose Gold, with a variety of watch bands and style options. 

The Super Powerful Galaxy Note9

 Performance is top of mind for smartphone users, and Galaxy Note9 is designed to keep up with you all day[1], every day.

• Battery: With a 4,000mAh battery in the Galaxy Note9, you get long-lasting all day power to watch movies, play games, listen to music and more.
• Storage: Store more and delete less with 128 and 512GB storage options. And with a microSD card (sold separately) slot, Galaxy Note9 is 1TB-ready[2]—so you’ll have room to add to your favorite photos, videos and apps.
• Infinity Display: The 6.4” Quad HD Super AMOLED Infinity Display received a record-setting A+ rating from DisplayMate, which called the Galaxy Note9 “the most innovative and high-performance smartphone display that we have ever lab tested.” http://www.displaymate.com/Galaxy_Note9_ShootOut_44N9.htm
• Speed and Power: Galaxy Note9 is a super powerful smartphone with cutting-edge 10nm processor and support for the fastest network speeds available (up to 1.2 gigabits per second), so you can stream and download without slowing down.
• Gaming: Galaxy Note9 features an innovative Water Carbon Cooling system, and on-device AI-based performance adjustment algorithm, so you can play graphics-rich games and still get stable performance. In all, the power, performance, vivid display and stereo speakers make the Galaxy Note9 ideal for mobile gaming. And for fans of Fortnite, one of the hottest mobile games, the Galaxy Note9 and the Galaxy Tab S4 offer special access to an exclusive Galaxy skin designed just for them.

Remote Control S Pen

Since the beginning, the S Pen—an essential productivity and creativity tool—has separated the Note from other premium devices. Now, with Bluetooth (BLE) connectivity, the S Pen becomes a powerful remote control. Use it to take, and be in, group selfies, or present slides and control playlists. The S Pen charges in the phone in under a minute, so it’s ready for you in a matter of moments. Developers can even bring the functionality of the S Pen to their apps later this year.

Intelligent Camera

Users want to take the best pictures possible, but they don’t want to have to search through their smartphone’s camera settings do it. To make it easier to take a great photo, the Galaxy Note9 introduces Scene Optimizer, which uses intelligence to identify the subject of the shot, automatically classify it into one of 20 categories, and adjust the settings accordingly. The result is an effortless, stunning shot. With Flaw Detection, if the subject’s eyes are closed, the image is blurry, or there is a smudge on the lens, the Galaxy Note9 will instantly notify you. That way, you can take another picture before you lose the moment.

In addition, the Galaxy Note9 features advanced noise reduction technology, and a Dual Aperture lens, which adjusts to light just like the human eye. No matter the lighting conditions, the top-tier camera delivers a crystal clear shot.

For more information on the Galaxy Note9, visit https://www.samsung.com/us/mobile/galaxy-note9/.

Stay Connected with the Galaxy Watch
In addition to the Galaxy Note9, the Galaxy Watch—a premium, powerful new wearable—is also available starting today and is compatible with Android and iOS[3] smartphones.

• Connected Health: The Galaxy Watch helps you keep up with your health and wellness goals thanks to a new stress management tracker that provides breathing exercises to help you stay focused, and new advanced sleep tracking that monitors quality of sleep. Galaxy Watch automatically tracks six of the most popular exercises — walking, running, cycling, elliptical, training, rowing, and dynamic workouts. With 21 new indoor exercises, the user can also manually track 39 activities.

• Personalization: With three watch finishes in Silver, Midnight Black and Rose Gold, in addition to a variety of watch faces and bands to choose from, the Galaxy Watch fits any lifestyle and is ready to go where you go.

• Made to Last: Galaxy Watch is certified military-level durability with Corning® Gorilla® Glass DX+ and 5 ATM water resistance, so it can go from the swimming pool to the shower without leaving your wrist.

• Standalone Experience: Galaxy Watch has an improved battery life that gets days of power on a single charge so you can stay connected longer[4]. With LTE connectivity[5], you can enjoy a true standalone experience. You can make and receive calls, respond to messages, stream music offline with Spotify[6] and more, all right from your wrist.

For more information on the Galaxy Watch, visit https://www.samsung.com/us/explore/galaxy-watch/.

Availability

AT&T, Sprint, T-Mobile, U.S. Cellular, Verizon Wireless and Xfinity now carry the 128GB Galaxy Note9 in stores and online starting today for $999.99. The 128GB Galaxy Note9 is also available at Amazon, Best Buy, Costco, Sam’s Club, Straight Talk Wireless, Target and Walmart as well as Samsung.com and the ShopSamsung app. The 512GB Galaxy Note9 is now available at select retail locations and online at AT&T, T-Mobile, Verizon, U.S. Cellular and Samsung.com for $1,249.99. Consumers can save up to $300 when they trade-in an eligible phone for a Galaxy Note9 on Samsung.com⁷.

The Galaxy Watch Bluetooth version, starting at $329.99 for the 42mm and $349.99 for the 46mm, is now available at Amazon, Best Buy and Samsung.com in the U.S. The Galaxy Watch LTE version is also available today, at Samsung.com and T-Mobile starting at $379.99 for the 42mm, and $399.99 for the 46mm.

Samsung Premium Care

With Samsung Premium Care, you get more than just protection for your device, you get a team of Samsung pros ready to come to you. Just pick the time and place, and they’ll provide one-on-one technical support and assistance for everything from the setup of your device, to troubleshooting, to hand delivery of a replacement should anything happen to your phone. Premium Care is part of Samsung’s commitment to ensure that your location is our location, anywhere in the U.S. Enroll your Galaxy Note9 in Premium Care for $11.99 a month when you purchase it on Samsung.com.

For more information, please visit: http://www.samsung.com/us/support/premium-care/.

[1] Based on average battery life under typical usage conditions. Average expected performance based on typical use. Actual battery life depends on factors such as network, features selected, frequency of calls, and voice, data, and other application-usage patterns. Results may vary.

[2] 1TB requires compatible 512GB SD card (sold separately). Compatible 512GB SD card expected fall 2018; availability may vary by country. Actual storage space availability may vary depending on pre-installed software.

[3] Available on Android 5.0 or later and iOS 9.0 and above.

[4] Battery life varies by device and usage: Galaxy Watch 46mm (80+ hours with typical usage; up to 168 hours with low usage) and Galaxy Watch 42mm (45+ hours with typical usage; up to 120 hours with low usage). The actual time of battery life may vary depending on the network connection, component, setting, signal strength, noise and many other elements.

[5] 4G LTE standalone connectivity only available on Samsung Galaxy Watch LTE version. Standalone voice calling on LTE version requires initial pairing with eligible Samsung Galaxy device and separate qualifying wireless plan. Your carrier may not support standalone voice calling, or support may be available only in certain areas. Please check with your carrier for more information. Standalone functionality is limited if paired phone is not powered on or connected to a wireless network.

[6] Requires a Spotify Premium Membership (For more details, please visit www.spotify.com).

7 Terms and conditions apply, visit https://www.samsung.com/us/trade-in/terms-and-conditions/.

The following video presents Galaxy Watch Official TVC: Stay Connected Longer:
“With standalone LTE and long-lasting battery, stay connected longer with the new Galaxy Watch.“

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