Launch report · Samsung
Galaxy Note Edge: The curved-edge experiment that previewed the Edge era.
SpecEagle Editorial·Nov 2014·$840·Score 70/100
Galaxy Note Edge was Samsung's curved-display proof of concept — a single curved right edge hosting shortcuts and tickers alongside an S Pen. The experiment directly led to the S6 Edge and the dual-curve language that defined Samsung flagships for years.
Key specs at launch
Display
5.6" QHD curved-edge Super AMOLED
Chipset
Snapdragon 805
RAM
3 GB
Storage
32/64 GB + microSD
Battery
3000 mAh removable
Main camera
16 MP, f/2.2, OIS
Weight
174 g
What stands out
- First curved-edge display — previewed the whole Edge line
- S Pen productivity
- Removable battery + microSD
What to watch
- Edge software gimmicky at launch
- Awkward single-edge ergonomics
- Mono speaker
The phone it has to beat
Nexus 5 (LG)
$349 · score 84/100