Samsung Galaxy S6, Galaxy S Edge prices leak; starting at 749 euros

Those still wondering whether Samsung will launch two handsets at the MWC on March 1, here’s some tidbit that adds fuel to fire. A new report by The Times of India hints at two variants - Galaxy S6 and S Edge - and also shows prices for both. Citing AndroidPit, the report says the 32GB Galaxy S6 variant is likely to be priced at 749 euros that is approximately Rs 53,000, 64GB at 849 euros translating to approximately Rs 62,000 and and 128GB version will cost 949 euros (approx. Rs 69,300). The 32GB Galaxy S Edge is likely to be priced at 849 euros ​that is about Rs 59,500, 64GB version at 949 euros (approx. Rs 66,400) and 128GB variant at 1049 euros translating to Rs 73,300. The Galaxy S6 is said to feature a metallic design and come with a 2K (1440x2560p) screen. Moreover, the S Edge variant is said to come with the Galaxy Note Edge-like design along with curved screens on both edges. This could possibly mean the Galaxy S Edge is real, after all. The naming convention seems logical considering Samsung’s first curved edge phone was called the Samsung Galaxy Note Edge, instead of the Note 4 Edge – even though the specs of the Note Edge and Note 4 are similar. Samsung has reportedly started sending out invites for the March 1 event and clearly hints at a more curvy design. In terms of specs , the Galaxy S6 may feature an Ultra HD 4k display, 4GB RAM and a 20MP camera. An initial specs list for S6 shows 5.3-inch 4K AMOLED display, a 64-bit Exynos 7420 or Snapdragon 810 processor depending on the country, 5 megapixel front camera, and Broadcom’s new sensor chip. Samsung is now believed to release the Galaxy S6 with Exynos 7 and LTE.  Initially, Samsung was testing the Qualcomm Snapdragon 810 chipset, but it was found to cause over heating, which made Samsung drop the idea of using the Snapdragon 810 SoC . Qualcomm has agreed to rework the Snapdragon 810 SoC for Samsung’s flagship device. According to analysts , the Exynos 7 should enable Samsung to gain a good market share in the mobile applications processor business, which is currently ruled by Qualcomm.