Rating 4.2 107 reviews

The Samsung Galaxy S9, like all the new Samsung smartphones, is winning rave reviews, and rightly so! Some of the key features include:


Fantastic Low-light Photos

All of those rave reviews mention the S9's camera, particularly its ability to capture great low-light photos. This is thanks to the F1.5 aperture mode and multi frame noise reduction, so photos taken in a darker light come out bright and detailed. Another game-changing feature is the Dual Aperture lens which adapts, according to Samsung, like the human eye. This means the lens adjusts to various light levels and delivers optimum results in full sunshine or in the shadows of the evening. 


A Big Screen In Your Hand

The 6.2-inch screen of the Samsung Galaxy S9 appears bigger than it really is, thanks to its Infinity Display. Your content, including photos and videos, are taken to the limits of the phone. It's an edge-to-edge display that brings a touch of big screen, cinematic quality to the palm of your hand.   


Surrounded By Sound

The S9 offers another cinematic experience beyond the visual realm. Dolby Atmos delivers three-dimensional sound, while the stereo speakers tuned by AKG further enhances the audio capabilities of this smartphone. The new speakers generate 40% higher volume than S8's speakers.


Ready For All Weathers

Unlike many smartphones, the Galaxy S9 can be used effectively and safely in less than ideal weather, thanks to its high IP68 rating so you can continue to send texts or take photos on that ground-breaking camera. 


Smart Unlocking

Intelligent Scan is new to the Galaxy S9, combining face recognition and an iris scan for easy unlocking, even in low light.


Interior improvements

Samsung Galaxy S9 looks like the predecessor S8 from the outside except that the fingerprint sensor now resides below the camera. However, there are many improvements inside the shell. New features include cool new AI Emojis and a live translator (just point the camera at a sign or text and it translates the content instantly).

 

There are four colours to choose from: coral blue, midnight black, lilac purple and titanium grey. The Galaxy S9+ complements S9.

A newer model Samsung Galaxy S10 8GB 128GB was released in November 2018.

Manufacturer: Samsung
price $182.58 - $412.00
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AVForums
8 years ago

Samsung Galaxy S9 and S9 Plus Smartphone

Unless you have the S8 and S9 side by side, you won't see much of a difference between them, at least while you're looking at them from the front.
Pros:
  • Beautiful design
  • Superb screen
  • Great cameras
  • Feature packed
  • Impressive performance
Cons:
  • Some features could be slicker
  • It's pricey
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htxt.co.za
8 years ago

Samsung's latest flagship is really good if you spend most of your time in Instagram feeds or creating content for the internet. For everything else the handset is just a marginal upgrade on last year's Galaxy S8 but you'll be pleased to know that the experience has been refined somewhat in a number...
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Phone Arena
7 years ago

Great Successor to the S8

I had the Galaxy S8 and the I-Phone 8 Plus and this phone is excellent for the most part. The battery life is good given I keep the display set on QHD. Why keep it on HD or FHD if the screen resolution is QHD I find that a charge does last me the day with adjustments to increase battery life.
Pros:
  • QHD+ Display
  • Good Battery Life
  • on Standby
  • Keyboard input is fast
  • Dolby Atmos is Great sounding
  • AKG Earphones
  • Fingerprint Sensor Good
  • Camera is Great
  • Photos come out well
Cons:
  • Speakerphone a bit low
  • Some Ringers are low in volume
  • Battery drains fast if screen stays on
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ZDNet
8 years ago

Samsung Galaxy S9 (64GB, Black) - Excellent review

Samsung's Galaxy S9 and Galaxy S9 Plus were announced in late February and went on sale in the middle of March. Since that time, ZDNet's Matthew Miller reviewed the bigger Galaxy S9 Plus, proclaiming the device is "Android perfection achieved."
Pros:
  • Fast, reliable performance, It has a headphone jack!, Reliable camera
Cons:
  • Battery life, Super Slo-Mo is good, but not great
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fortressofsolitude.co.za
8 years ago

A little over a week ago, Samsung ushered in their new line of Galaxy S devices in the form of the Galaxy S9 and Galaxy S9 Plus. The S range has long been the pinnacle of the Android OS ecosystem but saw their lead at the top slowly eroding in recent years until the S8 overturned any of the loses in...
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ZDNet
8 years ago

Samsung Galaxy S9 review: Not perfect, but still a stellar phone

Samsung's Galaxy S9 and Galaxy S9 Plus were announced in late February and went on sale in the middle of March. Since that time, ZDNet's Matthew Miller reviewed the bigger Galaxy S9 Plus, proclaiming the device is "Android perfection achieved."
Pros:
  • Fast
  • reliable performance
  • It has a headphone jack
  • Reliable camera
Cons:
  • Battery life
  • Super Slo-Mo is good
  • but not great
Read more on ZDNet
CoolSmartPhone
8 years ago

Samsung Galaxy S9 – Review

After my time with the S9 I have to admit there is a lot to like, and a few things that could use a little improvement here or there. From the front, this looks exactly like the older model the S8, and some people will not like the fact their expensive new smartphone looks the same as their friends...
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smartprix.com
9 years ago

Samsung Galaxy S9

8.0 OREO ANDROID IS NEW OTHERWISE NOTHING NEW
Pros:
  • Octacore
  • 6 GB ram
  • 128 GB ROM
  • 8.0 OREO
Cons:
  • 3500 mah battery is little bit small
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CNET
8 years ago

Samsung Galaxy S9

The Galaxy S9 is a nice incremental upgrade, but its low-light camera isn't a game changer and some new features fall far behind the iPhone X. S8 owners can skip, but it's a good upgrade from older Androids.
Pros:
  • The Galaxy S9 once again proves Samsung's formula of a gorgeous 5.8-inch screen, sexy dual-curved design and terrific camera for well-lit shots can't go wrong
  • Whiplash-fast speeds, wireless charging and water-resistance complete the package
  • And it looks stunning in purple and blue
Cons:
  • Low-light photos often look blurry and lack the fine texture and contrast of competing phone cameras
  • The Galaxy S9's camera frequently, accidentally switches between modes
  • 3D avatar software is tragically bad and a new face-unlock tool is inherently insecure.
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Notebookcheck
8 years ago

Samsung Galaxy S9 Smartphone Review

We prefer the Samsung Galaxy S9 over its larger sibling S9+. It is not as bulky and the dual-camera is not worth the additional price. The Korean manufacturer once again delivers a really great smartphone, but it is more of a facelift of last year's Galaxy S8 and there are still some bugs, and some...
Pros:
  • appealing design, great display, fast SoC, LTE Cat
  • 18, protected against water and dust, expandable storage, Dual-SIM SKU available (Duos, good sensor equipment, USB 3.1 with DP, HDMI, and OTG, great camera, wireless charging, Ultra HD videos at 60 FPS
Cons:
  • can overheat under load
  • videos at 60 FPS with a limited runtime
  • no Dual-VoLTE
  • long charging time
  • warranty excludes damages caused by liquids
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