Samsung Galaxy S5 facts for kids
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| Manufacturer | Samsung Electronics |
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| Slogan | My Life, powered by Samsung Galaxy S5 |
| Series | Galaxy S |
| Model | SM-G900 |
| Compatible networks | (GSM/GPRS/EDGE) |
| First released | 11 April 2014 |
| Model before | Samsung Galaxy S4 |
| Replacement model | Samsung Galaxy S6 |
| Related | Samsung Galaxy S5 Mini Samsung Galaxy S5 Active Samsung Galaxy S5 Sport |
| Type | Touchscreen smartphone |
| Form factor | Slate phone |
| Size | 142 mm (5.59 in) H 72.5 mm (2.85 in) W 8.1 mm (0.31 in) D. |
| Weight | 145 g (5.11 oz) |
| Operating system | 'Original: Android 4.4.2 "KitKat" Current: Android 5.0 "Lollipop" |
| System on chip | Samsung Exynos 5 Octa 5422 LTE: Qualcomm Snapdragon 801 LTE-A: Qualcomm Snapdragon 805 |
| CPU | 1.9 GHz quad-core Cortex-A15 and 1.3 GHz quad-core Cortex-A7 LTE versions: 2.5 GHz quad-core Krait 400 |
| GPU | ARM Mali T628MP6 LTE versions: Adreno 330 (Snapdragon variant) |
| Memory | 2 GB LPDDR3 RAM |
| Storage | 16 GB, 32 GB |
| Removable storage | microSD up to 128 GB |
| Battery | 2800 mAh Li-ion |
| Data inputs |
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Fingerprint recognition
Heart rate sensor Motion Coprocessor Accelerometer Gesture sensor Gyroscope Proximity sensor Compass Barometer Hall effect sensor Magnetic sensor RGB ambient light Infrared (IR) LED sensor |
| Screen | 5.1 in (130 mm) 1920x1080 Pixels (432 ppi) Full HD Super AMOLED Gorilla Glass 3 |
| Rear camera |
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16 megapixels (5312×2988 px) back-side illuminated sensor
LED flash HD video (1080p) at 30 frames/s (fps) or 60 fps UHD 4K (3840×2160 px) video recording 30 fps Autofocus Zero shutter lag Simultaneous HD video and image recording Selective focus Smile and face detection Image stabilization Exposure compensation White balance presets Digital zoom HDR Panorama Self-timer Voice activation |
| Front camera | 2 megapixels (1080p) High-definition video video recording @ 30 fps back-illuminated sensor |
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| Website | Samsung Mobile |
The Samsung Galaxy S5, often called Galaxy S5 or GS5, is a type of smartphone. It runs on the Android operating system. Samsung Electronics made this phone. It was first released on April 11, 2014, in 150 countries around the world. The Galaxy S5 was the next model after the Samsung Galaxy S4.
Like the S4, the S5 looked similar to the previous year's phone. However, it had a better design and feel. It came with a special textured back cover. It was also made to be tough against dust and water. The phone had new safety features like a fingerprint scanner. It also had a private mode for your files. For health, it included a heart rate scanner. The camera was also improved. The phone that came after the S5 was the Samsung Galaxy S6.
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What Makes the Galaxy S5 Special?
The Galaxy S5 was designed with many cool features. It focused on making the phone easier and safer to use. It also added tools to help you stay healthy.
Design and How Tough It Is
The Galaxy S5 had a new look with a textured back. This made it easier to hold. A big improvement was its IP67 rating. This means the phone was protected from dust. It could also be in water up to 1 meter (about 3 feet) deep for 30 minutes. This made it more durable than many other phones at the time.
Smart Security Features
The Galaxy S5 came with new ways to keep your phone safe.
- Fingerprint Scanner: You could unlock your phone using your fingerprint. This was a quick and secure way to access your device. It also allowed you to make payments safely.
- Private Mode: This feature let you hide personal photos, videos, and documents. Only you could see them using your fingerprint or a password.
Health and Fitness Tools
The Galaxy S5 was one of the first phones to focus on health.
- Heart Rate Sensor: On the back of the phone, near the camera, was a sensor. You could place your finger on it to check your heart rate. This was great for tracking your fitness.
- S Health App: This app worked with the heart rate sensor. It helped you track your steps, calories burned, and other health goals.
Camera Fun and Photos
The camera on the Galaxy S5 was much better than before.
- Main Camera: It had a 16-megapixel camera on the back. This meant it could take very clear and detailed photos. It also had an LED flash for low light.
- Video Recording: You could record videos in high definition (1080p). It could even record super clear 4K videos at 30 frames per second.
- Special Camera Modes:
- Autofocus: The camera focused quickly on what you wanted to shoot.
- Selective Focus: This let you blur the background of your photos. It made your subject stand out.
- HDR: This mode helped take better pictures in bright or dark areas.
- Front Camera: The front camera was 2 megapixels. It was good for video calls and selfies.
How the Phone Works
The Galaxy S5 ran on Android 4.4.2 "KitKat" when it first came out. Later, it could be updated to Android 5.0 "Lollipop". It had a powerful processor to run apps smoothly. It also had 2 gigabytes (GB) of RAM for multitasking. You could choose between 16 GB or 32 GB of storage. If you needed more space, you could add a microSD card up to 128 GB.
The phone had a 5.1-inch screen. This screen used Super AMOLED technology. It showed bright colors and clear images. The screen was protected by Gorilla Glass 3. This helped prevent scratches.
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Images for kids
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Rear of an "Electric Blue" Galaxy S5, showing the textured rear, camera, and heart rate sensor
See also
In Spanish: Samsung Galaxy S5 para niños
