It`s new versus still-new in this latest battle. At first blush, it would be difficult to recommend the Galaxy Note 5 of 2015 over Samsung`s brand new 2016 flagship, the Galaxy S7 edge. But when you dig deeper, there are some ways the Note 5 stands out, and not just in the obvious stylus-infused narrative we return to each fall when Samsung releases yet another Note. Though much of the attention right now is on the Galaxy S7 edge, the Note 5 offers a few clear advantages, and still comes off as an incredibly powerful and capable smartphone. Curious to learn how? Read on. Hardware and specs The Note 5 was Samsung`s first device with a curved glass back, making it much easier for people to hold given its 5.7-inch display size. Not only did that curve make it easier to hold, it added a beautiful infinity pool quality to the Note`s rear, distinguishing it from the Galaxy S6 edge+, which was announced at the same time. To many, the Note 5 marked a maturity in Samsung`s design sto...
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