Samsung Galaxy S9+ review
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Unfortunately this phone may not be receiving security updates for much longer - see ‘Should I buy it’ in the full review for more. There's no bigger event in the Android smartphone world than the unveiling of a new Samsung flagship handset. With every Galaxy S series device comes a bigger brother, and the Samsung Galaxy S9+ is the model for 2018. Behind its massive 6.2-inch, Quad HD+ display sits a top-of-the-line octa-core processor, 6GB of Ram, and one of the most advanced dual-camera setups on the market. Is this the big-screen smartphone to beat? Read our full Samsung Galaxy S9+ review to find out.
What's included:- Pros and cons
- What is it?
- What’s it like to use?
- How long does the battery last?
- How good are the cameras?
- Is there anything I should watch out for?
- Is there anything else I should know?
- Should I buy it?
Last checked by Which?
April 2022
First reviewed by Which?
April 2018
Released
February 2018
Technical specifications
Security
Display
- Screen size6.2 inches
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