Samsung's new phone S4 includes a huge array of new and exciting features in the phone such as Smart Scroll, Sound and Shot, Group Play etc but recently Samsung also released an infographic detailing the Hidden Innovation it has added into its phone by using 9 separate sensors to add to the functionality of the S4 flagship smartphone.
While some may be concerned that the multiple sensors staying on all time might affect the battery life of the phone Samsung says the battery-backup pf the phone does not get affected due to a Micro Controller Unit (MCU) present on the phone that makes it possible to control the sensors efficiently thus optimizing the battery consumption.
Proximity Sensor, which is used in the Direct Call feature, recognizes whether the mobile phone is located near the user by using infrared rays. Direct Call allows users to call a contact by raising their handset to their ear while reading or constructing a message from that contact.
Gyro Sensor, which is used in the Smart Rotation feature, detects the mobile phone rotation state based on three axes. It is used to rotate the users screen according to their angle of sight.
Accelerometer, which is used in the S Health: Walking Mate feature, detects the mobile phone movement state based on three axes. S Health is comprised of several features that allow users to track and manage their health statistics though their Galaxy S4 handset, such as Walking Mate, which counts user’s steps and also allows them to track their fitness by counting calories they burn while walking.
Geomagnetic Sensor, which is used in the Digital Compass MAP feature, detects magnetic field intensity based on three axes and their positioning. Digital Compass MAP is exactly that, a digital compass on the Galaxy S4 handset.
Temperature / Humidity Sensor, which is used in the S Health: Comfort Level feature, checks temperature and humidity levels. Comfort level uses temperature and humidity measurements to assess the user’s overall level of comfort.
Barometer, which is used in the S Health: Walking Mate feature, identifies the atmospheric pressure at the user’s current location.
Hall Sensor, which operates according the S View Cover accessory, recognizes whether the cover is open or closed. With the S View Cover, users can still view the time and date, missed calls, new emails and messages or current song playing on the Music player while the cover is still closed. Users can also accept or reject calls without having to open the cover.
RGB Light Sensor, which is used in the Samsung Adapt Display feature, measures the red, green, blue and white intensity of the light source. Adapt Display adjusts brightness automatically, saturation and contrast according to what the user is doing on their handset.
What do you think of the Samsung S4? Do you think These new features Samsung is advertising counts as 'Hidden Innovation' or are they something that most phones already include but don't advertise. Let us know in the comments.
While some may be concerned that the multiple sensors staying on all time might affect the battery life of the phone Samsung says the battery-backup pf the phone does not get affected due to a Micro Controller Unit (MCU) present on the phone that makes it possible to control the sensors efficiently thus optimizing the battery consumption.
List of Sensors and their features in Galaxy S4
Gesture Sensor,which is used in the Air Gesture function, recognizes the user’s gesture movements using infrared rays. Air Gesture allows users to execute functions like accepting a call or changing a song by waving their hand across the screen.Proximity Sensor, which is used in the Direct Call feature, recognizes whether the mobile phone is located near the user by using infrared rays. Direct Call allows users to call a contact by raising their handset to their ear while reading or constructing a message from that contact.
Gyro Sensor, which is used in the Smart Rotation feature, detects the mobile phone rotation state based on three axes. It is used to rotate the users screen according to their angle of sight.
Accelerometer, which is used in the S Health: Walking Mate feature, detects the mobile phone movement state based on three axes. S Health is comprised of several features that allow users to track and manage their health statistics though their Galaxy S4 handset, such as Walking Mate, which counts user’s steps and also allows them to track their fitness by counting calories they burn while walking.
Geomagnetic Sensor, which is used in the Digital Compass MAP feature, detects magnetic field intensity based on three axes and their positioning. Digital Compass MAP is exactly that, a digital compass on the Galaxy S4 handset.
Temperature / Humidity Sensor, which is used in the S Health: Comfort Level feature, checks temperature and humidity levels. Comfort level uses temperature and humidity measurements to assess the user’s overall level of comfort.
Barometer, which is used in the S Health: Walking Mate feature, identifies the atmospheric pressure at the user’s current location.
Hall Sensor, which operates according the S View Cover accessory, recognizes whether the cover is open or closed. With the S View Cover, users can still view the time and date, missed calls, new emails and messages or current song playing on the Music player while the cover is still closed. Users can also accept or reject calls without having to open the cover.
RGB Light Sensor, which is used in the Samsung Adapt Display feature, measures the red, green, blue and white intensity of the light source. Adapt Display adjusts brightness automatically, saturation and contrast according to what the user is doing on their handset.
What do you think of the Samsung S4? Do you think These new features Samsung is advertising counts as 'Hidden Innovation' or are they something that most phones already include but don't advertise. Let us know in the comments.
Samsung's new phone S4 includes a huge array of new and exciting features in the phone such as Smart Scroll, Sound and Shot, Group Play etc but recently Samsung also released an infographic detailing the Hidden Innovation it has added into its phone by using 9 separate sensors to add to the functionality of the S4 flagship smartphone.
While some may be concerned that the multiple sensors staying on all time might affect the battery life of the phone Samsung says the battery-backup pf the phone does not get affected due to a Micro Controller Unit (MCU) present on the phone that makes it possible to control the sensors efficiently thus optimizing the battery consumption.
Proximity Sensor, which is used in the Direct Call feature, recognizes whether the mobile phone is located near the user by using infrared rays. Direct Call allows users to call a contact by raising their handset to their ear while reading or constructing a message from that contact.
Gyro Sensor, which is used in the Smart Rotation feature, detects the mobile phone rotation state based on three axes. It is used to rotate the users screen according to their angle of sight.
Accelerometer, which is used in the S Health: Walking Mate feature, detects the mobile phone movement state based on three axes. S Health is comprised of several features that allow users to track and manage their health statistics though their Galaxy S4 handset, such as Walking Mate, which counts user’s steps and also allows them to track their fitness by counting calories they burn while walking.
Geomagnetic Sensor, which is used in the Digital Compass MAP feature, detects magnetic field intensity based on three axes and their positioning. Digital Compass MAP is exactly that, a digital compass on the Galaxy S4 handset.
Temperature / Humidity Sensor, which is used in the S Health: Comfort Level feature, checks temperature and humidity levels. Comfort level uses temperature and humidity measurements to assess the user’s overall level of comfort.
Barometer, which is used in the S Health: Walking Mate feature, identifies the atmospheric pressure at the user’s current location.
Hall Sensor, which operates according the S View Cover accessory, recognizes whether the cover is open or closed. With the S View Cover, users can still view the time and date, missed calls, new emails and messages or current song playing on the Music player while the cover is still closed. Users can also accept or reject calls without having to open the cover.
RGB Light Sensor, which is used in the Samsung Adapt Display feature, measures the red, green, blue and white intensity of the light source. Adapt Display adjusts brightness automatically, saturation and contrast according to what the user is doing on their handset.
What do you think of the Samsung S4? Do you think These new features Samsung is advertising counts as 'Hidden Innovation' or are they something that most phones already include but don't advertise. Let us know in the comments.
While some may be concerned that the multiple sensors staying on all time might affect the battery life of the phone Samsung says the battery-backup pf the phone does not get affected due to a Micro Controller Unit (MCU) present on the phone that makes it possible to control the sensors efficiently thus optimizing the battery consumption.
List of Sensors and their features in Galaxy S4
Gesture Sensor,which is used in the Air Gesture function, recognizes the user’s gesture movements using infrared rays. Air Gesture allows users to execute functions like accepting a call or changing a song by waving their hand across the screen.Proximity Sensor, which is used in the Direct Call feature, recognizes whether the mobile phone is located near the user by using infrared rays. Direct Call allows users to call a contact by raising their handset to their ear while reading or constructing a message from that contact.
Gyro Sensor, which is used in the Smart Rotation feature, detects the mobile phone rotation state based on three axes. It is used to rotate the users screen according to their angle of sight.
Accelerometer, which is used in the S Health: Walking Mate feature, detects the mobile phone movement state based on three axes. S Health is comprised of several features that allow users to track and manage their health statistics though their Galaxy S4 handset, such as Walking Mate, which counts user’s steps and also allows them to track their fitness by counting calories they burn while walking.
Geomagnetic Sensor, which is used in the Digital Compass MAP feature, detects magnetic field intensity based on three axes and their positioning. Digital Compass MAP is exactly that, a digital compass on the Galaxy S4 handset.
Temperature / Humidity Sensor, which is used in the S Health: Comfort Level feature, checks temperature and humidity levels. Comfort level uses temperature and humidity measurements to assess the user’s overall level of comfort.
Barometer, which is used in the S Health: Walking Mate feature, identifies the atmospheric pressure at the user’s current location.
Hall Sensor, which operates according the S View Cover accessory, recognizes whether the cover is open or closed. With the S View Cover, users can still view the time and date, missed calls, new emails and messages or current song playing on the Music player while the cover is still closed. Users can also accept or reject calls without having to open the cover.
RGB Light Sensor, which is used in the Samsung Adapt Display feature, measures the red, green, blue and white intensity of the light source. Adapt Display adjusts brightness automatically, saturation and contrast according to what the user is doing on their handset.
What do you think of the Samsung S4? Do you think These new features Samsung is advertising counts as 'Hidden Innovation' or are they something that most phones already include but don't advertise. Let us know in the comments.
