If you don’t fancy an all-screen design and the latest hardware specs of 2017, then the Galaxy S7 could just be the perfect phone for you.
While the rumors surrounding the forthcoming Galaxy S9 STILL going strong; and the Galaxy S8 and Galaxy Note 8 dominating the smartphone market, Samsung‘s 2016 flagship smartphone, Galaxy S7, is still one of the solid handsets that you can get today. Now, if you don’t agree with that, let me tell you this: Snapdragon 835 processor in the Galaxy S8 is only around 25% faster than the Snapdragon 820 processor on the Galaxy S7. Mind you, you wouldn’t even notice the slight speed bump on the former when compared to the latter.
In addition to that, the 2016-Galaxy S7 has the same amount of RAM – 4GB – as its successor, so multi-tasking on the S7 is as good as that of the Galaxy S8. Both the handsets have the same 3000 mAh battery and are available in 64GB internal storage options as well.
Now, if that didn’t convince you into buying a Galaxy S7 in 2017, there is one thing you should know: Both the Galaxy S8 and the Galaxy S7 sports the same rear camera. It’s still the same 12MP, f/1.7 sensor featuring ultra-fast autofocus for quick and sharp pictures. The rear camera on the S7 was already exceptional, and that could have been the exact reason why Samsung didn’t opt for an upgrade.
Samsung Galaxy S7: In a Nutshell
- Display: 5.1-inch Super AMOLED, 1440 x 2560 pixels
- Processor: Snapdragon 820 / Exynos 8890 (depending on your region)
- RAM: 4GB
- Storage: 32/64GB
- Android OS version: Android 6.0 Marshmallow (Nougat, Oreo updates available)
- Rear camera: 12MP, f/1.7 single sensor
- Front camera: 5MP, f/1.7 sensor
- Battery: 3000 mAh, non-removable
- Connectivity: WiFi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.2, NFC, micro USB 2.0
- Features: Quick Charge 2.0, Fingerprint reader, Wireless charging, S-Voice
Why Buy Galaxy S7 in 2017?
Sure, the Galaxy S8 and Note 8 smartphones are far better than the year-old Galaxy S7, and there is no denying that fact. Samsung’s 2017 handsets feature a brand new all-screen design with fewer bezels upfront and have a plethora of features including the new iris scanner, Bixby, and more.
On the flip side, these new handsets also carry a sticker price that is significantly higher than what many of us earn in a month. For instance, the latest Galaxy phablet – Note 8 – will set you back $1,145 which, my friend, is unreasonably high for the features it offers.
However, if you don’t mind spending $1000 on a phone, then we highly recommend you buy the Galaxy Note 8 which, according to me, is the best smartphone of 2017 that your money can buy.
But, if you’re anything like me who don’t want to spend a packet on the next handset, then you wouldn’t regret buying a Galaxy S7. Additionally, you can save heck a lot of money if you are purchasing a refurbished variant of the phone. So, make sure to read until the end of this article to know the best deals you can avail on a refurbished Galaxy S7.
Also, Samsung has confirmed Android 8.0 Oreo update for the Galaxy S7, which according to BGR India, will also bring along Samsung’s new Experience UI user interface onto the 2016 handset. So, you can be pretty sure you’re not missing anything new on the software side of things.
BEST Galaxy S7 Deals in 2017
In case you’ve made up your mind to get a Galaxy S7 in the near future, check out these deals to avail the device for the cheapest price possible.
UK
New Galaxy S7 32GB on Mobiles UK – £22.99 per mo for 2 years, £100 upfront (SIM-free: £489)
- 2GB data
- Unlimited calls
- Unlimited texts
-> Get this deal.
Refurbished Unlocked Galaxy S7 32GB on eBay UK – £339.98
US
The bigger variant of the S7 – Galaxy S7 Edge – with slightly larger screen and curved edges is currently available for a highly discounted price on Sam’s Club (Via: SlickDeals). Speaking of, the retailer is currently selling the device for just $11.98 per mo for 24 months. So, you’ll end up paying about $288 by the end of 2 years for the S7 Edge which, I would say, is a steal for the price. In addition to that, you can also get $425 Club gift card if you opt to buy a Sprint-locked Galaxy S7 Edge.
