Samsung Galaxy Camera as Daily Driver: An Experiment | Pocketnow

[@overprice7802]

It is almost 2018 but I kinda interested on this camera.. You can edit your pictures on your camera using many Android photo edit app without the need to transfer the photo to pc or smartphone first.. The picture quality is good, the optical zoom is a nice feature that many smartphone did not have, and also it's a lot cheaper right now

[@funey9541]

gonna buy this phonecam

[@BlaznAngel01]

it should, i made calls using google voice. he held it wrong for calling, he had the lens near his face, if you're lefty, you can hold the screen near your face, and the speaker is by your ear, and mic is by your mouth near the shutter button. i used a bluetooth on this as well for easier calling.

[@J5CHAN168]

First video for 2013. Keep it up!

[@BustedRC1]

Thanks and Happy new Year!

[@lcrazy8l]

A big plus this video just showed me is having Bluetooth on board. I know you'd expect any android device these days to have such a thing but no where I searched for the details of the galaxy camera mentioned more than cell and WiFi radios. My point? I'd be plenty content using a bt ear piece to make up for lack of normal ear piece and mic placements. Just needs VoIP and it's good.

[@MCJAILBREAKER]

I love your pocketnowweeklys

[@KramSacul]

This was a very interesting experiment. Well done ,Mr. Fisher.

[@TrippleZ3D]

Hahaha thats cool;Mr mobile beginings!

[@AC444_]

I need this! The Samsung Galaxy Camera would be nice to use in sunny Florida with its 16 megapixel and 21x optical zoom, as well as 120fps slow motion option.

[@MarinusVesseur]

Got a used version 2 of this camera and I am impressed. They did do something about the battery life and the housing is slimmer, the memory larger and Android one version newer. If you happen to be where Wifi is readily available, you could make this your phone with Skype - well, almost. Pretty happy with it so far, but I am keeping my smartphone.

[@jamalkhalifa9707]

Lumia 1020 rules

[@eriswa]

I'd like to see that comparison!

[@quigon87yt]

If it's an important event? Then the answer is yes I do. For time I don't have my D5200 then I still have my Panasonic LX series which I do carry Everywhere! It all depends on how serious you are about photography. I for one take my photography seriously because a good glass lens does make a difference.

[@esaedvik]

Because calls are generally to and from mobile or land lines, calls that this isn't capable of doing without Skype or Gvoice. Having data constantly on, would burn thru the battery very fast even with all the power saving features on. If that ok with you, then it's a totally capable device. I havent tested the battery life with calls since I don't make too many myself and it's naturally very dependant on use scenarios.

[@fulviauno1]

Very slick and informative presentation. Even an elderly chap understood it, thanks!

[@BlaznAngel01]

well yea, but i dont see much difference between using a native phone app over Gvoice.. Call goes through and works. Texting works the same too. When i found that out, i cut my Talk and Text plans since they're basically a rip off.. but yea those are the only two things i wish it had to be honest, bigger battery and that Photosphere feature the nexus 4 has.. other than that, great device..

[@zeighy]

Not surprised with the result! However, I definitely agree that we should wait for the next generation of the hardware... But as is, it does look very enticing!

[@RepublicMobile]

hey michael for one of your video reviews can you use the galaxy camera to record it. I would like to see what it looks like plz and thx:)

[@ACOJV214TX]

Do you know if Samsung is actually going to continue the line of galaxy camera? or was it more like a project?

[@esaedvik]

This is actually very nice for "office" calling (the speaker has more room than in a phone and the quality is really good and the mic is on top of the device), but on the go it's better if you have a headset. I couldn't get my Nokia J bluetooth headset to work for some reason and I'm testing a wired headset tomorrow. No idea why this wouldn't detect it, since my SGS3 does just fine.

[@JSantana319]

Can you install Talkatone on the Galaxy Camera? Talkatone is awesome for making calls over Wifi and cellular network.

[@hyperthred]

I have a Samsung Galaxy Note2 and I bought this camera for the actual camera itself and to have the android OS as well. I bought the Wifi model of this. I get great battery life, but I presume that is because it's not always connected to a wifi, so I turn it off. I can tether it to my note 2's wifi hotspot if needed, but that is rare. great video, but I like the size of this, and it's functionality. I'm prob a rare case though. =)

[@zaldy25]

It helps a lot during my travel escapades

[@esaedvik]

If it's a VOIP app, it'll work just fine. Viber etc. will work also. Only ones that are capable of calling real cell numbers as well as receiving calls from cell and landlines are Skype and Google voice afaik.

[@513chai]

thanks alot...that's a big help....it clear my thought....that cost P23,000 here at philippines.... I thought that was reallly so cool to have a camera at the same time a phone...but as for being a CAMERA that's awsomeat least....

[@afie83]

looking forward for the 2nd Gen of this nicely done device! Thank you for the review.

[@collindennis9500]

Great video tony

[@bluevmax92]

i like it but i think its a little too late to back up and recreate the mouse trap... camera phone sounds much better than phone camera...... by the way @captaintwophones, when are you guys gonna create a pocketnow android app? kinda like pulse or flipboard !!!

[@DainMex]

Lol it's funny I was just watching review videos about this camera and I was thinking if there was anyone out there crazy enough to try it. Love the fact you tried it. And yes it does not make phone calls. But there is Skype and viber. I believe with the better battery I can get away with it being a: music player, phone/tab, camera and GPS. awesome! Does it also have NFC? that's something I have not heard mentioned.

[@BenjaminBebop]

Michael has come out of nowhere to be my favourite tech reviewer. I still love Brandon and his happy face. John Retinnger is cool. Aaron Baker can be annoying but its oddly entertaining and Josh T the Verge's hipsters are okay I guess but only when their heads aren't up their own assess

[@VipulJain]

oh, poor you! I can imagine you using this in the subway or bus while everyone looks up like "who's that 1990's huge phone guy".. :P

[@esaedvik]

Me too. I hate the camera on my SGS3 and this has yielded much better pics. You can make and receive calls via Skype number service or Gvoice (it's a bit limited in Europe afaik).

[@quigon87yt]

Can't really use it as a phone but you can use it as a camera thus requiring a separate phone device to go with this camera. The cell phone? camera is on the large side & costs $499.99 aprox. In that case I would just keep my current cell phone and purchase compact or full size DSLR only. You can get a full size DSLR Nikon D3100 for the Same price and still get better pictures. Well that's how I would play it, since I already own a Nikon D5100 & a Samsung Galaxy S III & this works for me.

[@JCAMAR0]

I think this is definitely the future of cameras

[@finishers29]

Interesting experiment.

[@esaedvik]

I meant every day, everywhere, all the time. That is the kinda camera this is and an SLR is not. No comparison what so ever. I've been a photographer for over 10 years and I hate lugging an SLR with me. For everyday shots I'd rather use my phone since it really isn't about the quality of the shot, but the shot itself. There's nothing to a photo that was never taken, but if you take it, it always creates a reaction, no matter what it was shot with. That's the essence of photography for me.

[@BlaznAngel01]

it DOES.. idunno why every "Rep" of companies keeps saying you can't make calls on it, i made 5 calls right from the samsung demo unit right in front of them lol.. Any VOIP app works on it just like on the tablets. I was gonna buy this next as my phone since i cut my cell contract and now use a mobile hotspot from Verizon. But then i won a raffle at the mall and won a Note II.. So i've been playing with that for now.. I hope they make a second gen of this cam, bigger battery is a must.

[@BOSSYtexasCHICK]

great video...i was actually thinking of doing this for about 5 seconds, so thanks for reminding me why i dismissed the idea...lol

[@SciTech09]

Thank you for doing this test.

[@archerrobinhood]

but can it replace a phone in the traditional sense? there is no simcard slot right?

[@CezarCociorba]

i was waiting for this :D nice info

[@96FROZEN]

you and Jaime Rivera are what's keeping phone dog alive

[@grandcherokee1122]

great review

[@icu___]

Does it have Bluetooth - could it be used with a headset?

[@hootaragis8971]

nice review.

[@axne12]

Awesome try I must say! But as a photographer I must say the camera is a fail... I agree that the next Sam Cam could be much better.

[@Whiterin]

It does have a SIM card, but it's not made for taking/making calls. I wonder though, if you could download a third party dialer and use a Bluetooth headset to make calls with it...

[@Floydarn]

Don't think so. Get a nexus 7 or 10 instead tho. The nexus 10 got a better screen than ipad.

[@MrPatrick891]

I want the flip clock!!! Which one is it in the playstore?

[@arthursutton2492]

It would be so dope if they redid this in 2021

[@simonjose79]

Did you try textplus to call?

[@quigon87yt]

As I stated above I do carry my Panasonic LX Everywhere! and actually I just leave it in the car. I've been taking pictures for over 30 years now [NO! I'm not a photographer] and having a decent camera matters more then a convenience camera. Then again I'm not crazy about sticking a camera/phone thingy to more ears anyway. So I always have my Galaxy S3 & my Panasonic with me at all times! but that's the way I roll and that's what works for me. Your mileage may vary. [Umm that was a joke BTW]

[@anhtran1573]

The video sound is pretty good, beyond my imagination

[@Myst3queBellaDreadz]

Rather strange but very fascinating...

[@JaimeRivera.]

Thanks Pedro, Really appreciate that you follow our videos. I don't know about Phone Dog though.. LOL.

[@TheAdventuresOfMrHat]

Good vid, thanks for this.

[@manolis1080]

I agree it must be made with better battery life. and 3g with bigger screen and with faster processor with phone calling capabilities accurate GPS like "compact camera grade superior camera -smartphone" even if its bulky it will be usefull then on later versions it could become slimer and thus more comfortable to carry but retaining its superior camera function

[@esaedvik]

There isn't any difference, other than most people don't have Gvoice (it's US/UK only) or any VOIP for that matter. So there's that. When Facebook comes up with one on their Messenger, it'll get quite a boost though.

[@Nabeeln99]

Can we use it as a mobilephone ?

[@kiwnk]

I would love to see Sony try something wit their nex branded cameras and using Android OS or even Nikon to give it a try with their line.

[@esaedvik]

You're totally missing the point. The camera in this is worth around $300 alone (the sensor is twice the size of an other Android device+it has a 21x zoom and optical image stabilization), the rest is basically a SGS3 bringing it all the utility of an Android device.

[@BlaznAngel01]

Yea i ported my number to Google Voice, so it forwards to all my devices and I call out and text and people had no idea i made the switch.. Which is great so its not like a mandatory skype to skype or something like that.. It can be any number.. Instead of paying tmobile $110, i only pay $50 now using Verizons hotspot. One of the best moves i've done lol.. Yea i gotta look into that FB feature, haven't read up on it yet..

[@xfunny5614]

Tell me this camera is good and Samsung s9 plus please tell me

[@RadiantMeteor]

OMG you have the best hair in the world.. But cant you explain how to make it work as a phone in more detail?

[@BAHRAMCR]

The one I have does not allow a sim card to be inserted. It has the slot but the slot has been blocked by a permanent insert. I can not remove it. Any ideas why?

[@LuigiVelasco]

With the price.. its better to get a dlsr... it has share functions too and way much better cam.

[@KAMRANTANWIR]

what is that clock widget at 1:32 ... plz plz i've been looking for it for a while

[@ethandonald2538]

can i edit with this camera that is take a picture and just pic out the face and drop to another image

[@Somethinsexy327]

Yeah I've gone a week or so with my SIII on power saving mode. It really confused me as to why it was suddenly so slow.

[@esaedvik]

Samsung did include a lot more power saving features instead of a larger camera. Some features that aren't in their phones.

[@gyanandrew7682]

i just bought one for my self and i will like to know if its possible to download a dialer to be able to make calls?

[@salmankun842]

U need to have a Google voice account and,Download Talkatone on playstore...

[@Bhanji888]

this guy has the voice of the gods

[@alcnn8299]

How many mega pixel is the galaxy camera.

[@96FROZEN]

Oh god, it was 3:00 when I posted this. School just started. I'm sorry bro xD There are so many tech reviewers out there that mess them up xD. I was probably thinking that Aaron Baker was on PocketNow... lol

[@dharpoon]

Me too. I like his voice.

[@spacyorspicy]

Love it soooo much good on u Samsung that's what thy called technology

[@DAGATHire]

WHy are you calling it a "Daily Driver" Is this some new term? Genuine question. Because it seems pretty unrelated to any of the features of an android device.

[@MrBaised]

Any word on the unveiling of the Samsung Galaxy CAR?

[@Huraizalgaoud]

I have this camera and it is amazing but the battery drains out really fast if you used it as a smartphone replacement.

[@TheAlexHideo]

1:21 his ear going down like a dog's ear. lmao!

[@Fruitarian.]

ill wait for galaxy camera 2

[@BlaznAngel01]

umm, its a smartphone with a 16MP camera.. Price is right. IF you know how to use it.. it does need a longer lasting battery though.

[@KiwtGamer]

I thought this device was great... literally its great for capturing photos. Up to 21x zoom. Its bulky yeah.. but lags often when used. Such short battery life...

[@technologyproductions-ye3px]

Shyller Tabares that's the problem with older versions of Android they have terrible battery management

[@KiwtGamer]

yeah. had to buy extra battery for every events.. but i still have this now on for four years...

[@xkonstantin5]

Note 8 is my daily driver. This is the most horrible battery in modern smartphone, trust me

[@dumagmelbie]

Sometimes im not at home and using 3g via prepaid the problem is i cant find where to save numbers or dial it. Im using viber for these but i let friends to send me msga first so i can save their number Plz help me.

[@Charlesbrown1979]

Great voice

[@HHamza]

It's good to see you again Tony Stark

[@germ321]

He has the perfect voice for a man.

[@ZabedHossain4162]

Sd micro 32 gb do not support. why I can not understand.

[@XOQOQX]

Thanks

[@ShannaFromLouisiana]

Help, I use this camera to make short videos for work - but I can't find an app that will allow me to edit with a title page (just a simple ending page with text). Does anyone know one? I currently use Video Editor and Andro Vid Pro and I don't think either of them do it.

[@clarkjerichojamora]

a great help

[@CNovz]

How so?

[@cuddles6938]

He seems like the type who admires his appendage quite often, haha. Poor poor kid.

[@KrastanovOfficial]

Does Viber work on it?

[@greentvshow]

U r the best !

[@bobitu87]

thank you :)

[@bocevus]

Liked the review but I lost interest in the camera once I heard the price. Pity.

[@kadeneharvey7292]

3 years later...

[@omartiz95]

What is comming? Galaxy Fridge that notice u when the milk isn't??

[@dom54100]

I have a galaxy player 5.0 which didn't have a phone but it's so much thinner than the camera

[@JosephAKASkye]

*Imagining his voice all echoed and earthquake inducing*