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Sometimes a little bit of waterproofing isn't enough. That's where the Samsung Galaxy S5 Active comes in. Not content to just resist dust and moisture, the S5 Active adds chunky bumpers and reinforced edges for military-grade toughness that laughs in the...

Military-grade 810G durability, User-programmable Active button, Physical buttons for Hom, Back and Menu, Colorful display, Solid battery life...

Bigger and heavier than regular GS5, No fingerprint reader, Audio sounds strained at max volume...

The S5 Active combines flagship power with military-grade durability, giving butter-fingered users and outdoor enthusiasts the best of both worlds. Sometimes a little bit of waterproofing isn't enough. That's where the Samsung Galaxy S5 Active...
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Armor worn and swords swung by actors in ancient and medieval movie adventures are often constructed of plastic, etched and painted to look like the heavy metal ware worn and wielded by the original warriors.Samsung has pulled some similar materials tomfo...

Better drop-protected and easier-to-grip version of the Galaxy S5, Built-in heart-rate monitor, Lighter and smaller than Galaxy S5 in a case...

Appears metal but is all plastic, Not shockproof, as implied, Rear battery cover doesn't form a seamless seal with frame...

The Samsung Galaxy S5 Active is a better-protected and more grippable version of the Galaxy S5, missing only the original's fingerprint scanner, which isn't much of a loss...
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Last year when Samsung came out the the Galaxy S4, they also came out with the Galaxy S4 Active. They did the same this year, when they came out with the Galaxy S5, they came out with the Galaxy S5 Active as well. Since the original Galaxy S5 was water-re...

the experience was very similar to that of the S5. It's actually a little better than the S5 (for me) because it helps with my clumsiness. I still suggest a screen protector in case the phone falls directly on the screen. If you already have AT&T service...
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Think of the Samsung Galaxy S5 Active (released May 2014, listed at $659 without contract by AT&T) as a stronger, tougher cousin of the Galaxy S5 (released April 2014). The Galaxy S5 Active dropped its predecessor S5's fingerprint sensor, a security featu...
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yahoo.com Updated: 2016-11-13 02:06:40
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Like its predecessor, the Galaxy S4 Active, the S5 Active gets a ruggedized body that makes the handset more durable. Its beefier exterior means the Active meets military specifications for everything from extreme temperatures to shocks and vibrations.Tha...
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The Samsung Galaxy S5 Active is exclusive to AT&T in the US, where it sells for $199 on contract, which is the same price as the Galaxy S5. Off contract at full retail it will set you back $30 more...

Same strong specs as standard Galaxy S5, not overly bulky...

Moderately rugged but not invincible (don't drop from a height into water)...

The good news is that the Samsung Galaxy S5 Active isn't a compromised version of the Galaxy S5 as was the GS4 Active compared to the GS4. The just OK news is that though the phone meets some MIL-spec 810G tests (4 foot drop onto flat surface, water resis...
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The Samsung Galaxy S5, with it's IP67 certification, features protection from dust and the occasional splash in the water. But what if that protection isn't enough?Well, the Samsung Galaxy S5 Active could be your solution. It's meant to take a lot more pu...

IP 67 dust and water resistant, Military-grade ruggedness ratings, Great camera, Beautiful display, Solid construction...

Lacks fingerprint scanner, Poor low-light performance, The design isn't for everyone...

9.0 The Galaxy S5 Active is not a watered down (no pun intended) flagship in a rugged body. It IS a flagship. If you loved everything about the Galaxy S5, but you wished it could take more of a beating, than the S5 Active is a perfect solution...
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Every new Samsung flagship is quickly followed by a shotgun blast of variants, in keeping with Samsung's " flood the market " hardware development strategy. Develop a flagship phone to appeal to most people (this year, the Galaxy S5), and then follow it w...

Sturdy casing that's actually pretty nice to hold, Most of the good stuff from the S5, including the bright colorful screen and the fast internals...

Lacks fingerprint scanner and USB 3.0 port. Neither is the vanilla S5's best feature, so the loss isn't debilitating, "Camo green" is not our color...
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We've said it before: durable smartphones shouldn't have to be crappy ones. After all, these things are supposed to be “life companions.” You want a device that can keep up with you no matter how muddy, wet, or bumpy your slog through life becomes – and y...

IP67 and MILSTD810G durability, Beautiful, versatile display, Very little spec compromise for a rugged device...

Not as rugged as it should be, Lowlight photography lags behind competition...

Whatever the paint job, whether a Galaxy S5 Active belongs in your pocket depends on how much meat you really need on your smartphone's bones. Remember, the stock S5 is already immersion-resistant, and while a MIL-STD-810G rating should mean the Active is...
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With additional armor and unique, physical buttons, the waterproof Samsung Galaxy S5 Active targets outdoorsy users. Well, I'm outdoorsy, so I took it outside and beat it up. Does it work?You might be reading this review on Gizmodo, but I'm no phone exper...
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Last year's Galaxy S4$199.88 at Amazon and S4 Active seemed like a natural pairing, but with water-resistance now a standard feature on the Galaxy S5$0.00 at Amazon, you might be wondering why Samsung even bothered with an Active variant this ye...

Spectacular screen. Excellent camera. Drop- and water-resistant. Customizable Active key.

Thick, reinforced corners. Bloatware...

The Samsung Galaxy S5 Active on AT&T is a no-compromise, ruggedized Android smartphone that will appeal to klutzes and adrenaline junkies alike...
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Intro The Samsung Galaxy S5 Active is just what the name implies: It's a variant of Samsung's flagship smartphone that's more able to shrug off the daily bumps and bruises commonly experienced by today's handsets. It offers all the same features as its da...

As far as I am concerned, the Samsung Galaxy S5 Active is better than the standard model. It's a bit thicker and heavier, but the added protection from drops and more-appealing design are worth that small sacrifice. The only major feature missing is the G...
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When Sammy introduced the Samsung Galaxy S4 Active last year, it seemed as though many owners of the beloved Galaxy S4 were suddenly shocked by the revelation – a waterproof version of their existing handset. Naturally, the nature of the phone's arrival...

Tougher construction so it's not as brittle as the Galaxy S5, Most of the specs and features have been left intact, Activity Zone is great for the outdoorsy folks, Similar overall performance to the Galaxy S5...

Slippery feel in the hand, Design language isn't as pleasant, Low lighting camera performance is underwhelming...

One has to give Samsung credit with the Galaxy S5 Active, seeing as though it looks like they've been able to learn from last years' model. However, some folks might still be scratching their heads wondering why come out with this phone knowing that the G...
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While the Samsung Galaxy S5 can shrug off water, the S5 Active is tailor-made for klutzes and outdoorsy types. Not only is this AT&T-exclusive device ($199 with two-year agreement) water resistant, it can withstand drops, sand and dust, and extreme temper...

Dropand waterresistant design; Brilliant and vibrant display; Can shoot photos underwater; Louder speaker than S5; Long battery life...

Bulkier than S5; AT&T bloatware; Lacks fingerprint reader...

The Galaxy S5 Active for AT&T is a durable and water-resistant phone that delivers all the best features of the S5 along with extra protection...
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