In Depth explanation of Galaxy Alpha’s Design

There’s been quite a bit of buzz recently about the metal-framed Galaxy Alpha, and for good reason. Metal is a material seemingly left behind by Samsung in recent years, both for cost-related reasons, and the general design direction moving toward polycarbonate materials. The Alpha aims to end Samsung’s hiatus from metal by being the first device to feature a prominent metal flair from Samsung for a long while. But the design details that should make the Alpha stand out upon release go far beyond the premium metal frame.

Samsung designed its new phone to not only be attractive to the eye, but sturdy against the ground. Curved corners on the device serve to meet both goals. While everyone knows that smooth, refined corners give the device a sophisticated, premium look, you may not realize that traditionally the weakest part of a phone is the corner. When your treasured smartphone slips from your hand and falls, tumbling sickeningly through the air, the corner is going to be the spot to catch the brunt of the force. A curved corner is wider, and the extra surface area spreads the impact out further along the frame of the phone, potentially saving the internals from damage.

Lastly, the Alpha is coated around popular gripping points to prevent slipping and give the device a warmer feel to contrast the cool, metal frame.

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Source: Samsung Tomorrow  Blog

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In Depth explanation of Galaxy Alpha’s Design