With the screen off, the Galaxy S10+ is practically indistinguishable from the Galaxy S9+. Of course, it is difficult to immediately notice the difference even when the screen is turned on.


As is already known, Samsung made a hole for the camera in the Infinity-O display as an answer to the notch. This is the part that may feel awkward for some people. The rest of the sensors are hidden under the screen, but it is true that the camera is difficult to hide. Because of this, the camera was left with an obtrusive imbalance in the upper-right corner of the screen, like a bunch of dead pixels.

The Galaxy S10+ in particular stands out because it needs two camera holes, which adds a 3D depth-aware lens to aid in background blur and lighting for portraits.



And in fact, the front dual camera is the biggest difference between the two. The Galaxy S10 and S10+ are so similar that it took me a while to identify which one I had in my hand during the trial review period.

Of course, it won't be a problem for users who have purchased either product, but the overlap between the two models is worth mentioning. The Galaxy S10 and S10+ are equipped with the same quad HD display, the same rear triple camera system with a rear 16-megapixel ultra-wide-angle lens, 8GB RAM, 128GB storage, and the same Snapdragon 855 processor.

The biggest difference seems to be the double front camera and the larger hole to hold it, until you feel the difference in functionality between the two products while using it over time because the size and performance are similar than ever before.
 

shiny new color

The 5.8-inch iPhone XS and 6.5-inch XS MAX, even the Galaxy S9 and S9+, show a clear difference in portability. However, the Galaxy S10 has a larger screen of 6.1 inches, reducing the difference to 0.3 inches, and the 6.4-inch Galaxy S10+ does not significantly affect portability.



It is easy to misunderstand that the new Galaxy S10 and S10+ did not make a strong first impression, but this is not the case. The infinity style that Samsung introduced with the Galaxy S8 has become increasingly sophisticated and is now nearing completion. The unbalanced forehead and chin remain, but it is the smallest ever, and the screen-to-body ratio exceeds 90%, as if holding an all-glass object.

Both models come in three prism colors: white, black and blue, which is a nice rainbow. In addition, the flamingo pink color, which is not too excessive, attracts attention. If you choose the 512GB or 1TB S10+, you can choose a white or black model with a ceramic finish for added elegance. 

There aren't many eye-catching elements on the back of the Galaxy S10, which is why color choice is by far the most important of the Galaxy S. There is a possibility that a large number of transparent case products that support these characteristics of the new product will be released. The horizontal camera arrangement has three lenses, but gives it a concise feel. Samsung's decision to get rid of the fingerprint sensor on the back also played a part.



The old fingerprint sensor is replaced by an ultrasonic sensor built into the display, which works like the optical sensor of the OnePlo 6T or Huawei Mate 20 Pro. Because it uses sound waves, the authentication process is faster and more stable even in dark places, but in the demonstration, it operated as quickly as the physical sensor of the Galaxy S9. However, it also means that some screensavers cannot be used. A screen protection film with a hole in the middle is also expected to appear for smooth operation of the ultrasonic sensor.

In terms of awkwardness, the front camera hole takes the most. The S10's front camera hole is negligible, but it's large enough to affect the S10+'s status bar, pushing the content on the screen 2mm below that of the Galaxy S9+, and the proportions of movies and videos are less optimized. For this reason, even though the Galaxy S10+ is the fastest, brightest and most powerful Android phone, it is likely that people will like it when it is released.
 

Entry-level Galaxy S10e

A new model appeared at the bottom of the Galaxy S10 family, the Galaxy S10e being the main character. It corresponds to the iPhone XR, and the price is similar at $750. Instead, the screen resolution drops considerably. The display specifications are as follows.

S10e: 5.8 inches, 2280×1080 HD, 19:9, 438 ppi 
S10: 6.1 inches, 3040×1440 WQHD, 19:9, 550 ppi
S10+: 6.4 inches, 3040×1440 WQHD, 19:9,

other models with 522 ppi specifications Although it seems to drop a lot compared to , it is difficult for users to actually feel the difference because of the pixel density. But the design is very different. When placed next to other Galaxy S10 models, the Galaxy S10e appears to be one of many obscure products. The 142.2×69.9×7.9mm body also looks duller than the Galaxy S9. 



Other differences are the camera and fingerprint sensor. The fingerprint sensor is integrated into the power button like the older Sony Xperia, but it feels a bit behind for 2019 Galaxy models. 

These differences are likely to have a significant impact on purchasing decisions. The Galaxy S10e is $150 and $250 cheaper than other models, but it uses the same Snapdragon 855 processor. The memory is 6GB, 128GB storage, and the battery capacity is 3,100mAh. It also supports PowerShare, a new wireless charging function. It remains to be seen whether this product will struggle like the iPhone XR, but Samsung has adopted a similar strategy to create a third tier in the high-end smartphone realm.
 

confused ranking

At the end of my brief Galaxy S10 experience, I was a bit confused. On the one hand, it launches the Galaxy S10e, which falls into the high-performance category and is inexpensive, but on the other hand, the Galaxy S10 and S10+ have a higher starting price than the existing Galaxy S9 family. And with the ever-increasing screen size, having both models is a headache in itself.



Users now have to choose between the much less luxurious looking Galaxy S10e and the Galaxy S10/S10+, which overlaps significantly. The Galaxy S10, which has no curved edges, looks more like an A9 than the Galaxy S10, and the $1,000 Galaxy S10+ is likely to struggle with sales.