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Rating 4.7 out of 5 stars with 1359 reviews

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    Rating 4.3 out of 5 stars

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96%would recommend to a friend

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Customers have good things to say about the Galaxy S 5 Active 4G Cell Phone's camera quality, ease of use, battery life, and screen size. Many appreciate its water resistance and the range of features it offers. However, some users express dissatisfaction with the pre-installed apps and the charging port cover. The phone's positive aspects appear to outweigh the negative for most customers.

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  • Pros mentioned:
    Battery life

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Fast!

    Posted .
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    have had this for about 5 months and love it. I don't think there is a better phone for the price i paid. I got this when it was $100 minus the $50 reserve reward. So $50 for this phone is amazing! Fast, battery life is surprising pretty good for being a large screen. I've had it on for over 24 hours and still had 20%. I would compare this close to my work iPhone 5s. I think the Samsung S5 is a little better. If only i can get a hang of taking pictures properly... I keep getting blurry pics, but i have 2 kids running around, hard to get that 'good' picture. Just need some practice with settings. CONS: wish it was a little smaller Charger cover, kind of a pain to open. you get used to it though Price is up to $200 now, My wife wants one but not going to pay $200 for it right now. Specially with the new ATT plans, forcing us to lose our 'grandfathered' discounts if we upgrade.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Camera quality

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Fast and Furious

    Posted .
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    I switched from an iPhone 4 to this Galaxy S5 and I think its a huge jump, I like the featured and the size is just right, I takes getting used to it. It is very fast, quality of picture its phenomenal. However, I wish the battery lasted longer but I can live. Overall I think this was a great buy! Thanks BestBuy!!!

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Ease of use

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Still learning

    Posted .
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Upgraded from iPhone 4S. Still learning, but so far - I am very glad I made the switch. Thinking about going to some of the classes at the local Samsung Experience Center.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Love this phone

    Posted .
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    I love everything about this phone. I have no complaints. It's water resistant.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Battery life, Camera quality

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    best package for an android

    Posted .
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    If you want one of the best screens available get this phone. Battery life and the cameras are pretty remarkable also! The build of the phone is a soft touch plastic, which many complain being very sub-par compared to other flagships. I personally like the galaxy s5's build because it keeps the phone from being bulky and heavy.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Processor speed

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    great phone for the price

    Posted .
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    this phone was only 1 dollar and it is worth it since it is fast and the display is really nice

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Battery life

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Good deal

    Posted .
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    bought the phone literally for 1 dollar, and i really like the features and battery life

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Screen size

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Excellent Phone!

    Posted .
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    This is a great phone. The plastic build does not bother me at all and I really like the textured back. It makes the phone easy to grip and very comfortable to hold. I'm not sure why so many people want metal phones - they only end up covering them with plastic anyway! This phone has finally allowed me to migrate away from Apple - I have had every iPhone version including the 5S. It was getting harder for me to navigate and see on a 4" screen. This screen is the perfect size and the display is the best on the market. Overall, a great phone and I'm very happy with the purchase!

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Excellent SmartPhone!

    Posted .
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    I purchased Samsung - Galaxy S 5 -Electric Blue from Best Buy few months back from BestBuy with At&T. I only paid $1 down for the phone and it was a good purchase. Best Buy technicians were very knowledgeable and helpful and completed the phone set up in the store and also answered many other questions I had.The smart phone works great and looks lovely too!

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Camera quality, Ease of use

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    This phone is gorgeous!

    Posted .
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    The color of this phone is gorgeous! The picture doesn't do it justice! I love my samsung phones. The camera is awesome. It is easy to navigate. iPhone is coming out soon and I have no desire to look at it. I won't go into detail because others have covered it all but I highly recommend!

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Screen size

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Excellent Phone, great replacement for my older S3

    Posted .
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Nice overall phone. Lots of new features compared to my previous S3. I like the size also.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Camera quality

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great Phone

    Posted .
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Has a good camera and great sound quality. Easy navigation and good apps.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Camera quality

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    ^__^

    Posted .
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    My favorite thing is taking photos and this phone takes great pics.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Camera quality

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    "Best of the Best"!

    Posted .
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    My long search for the device that not only does it all that I could ever want and need has finally happened! The style, the built, the awesome screen, and all the features Samsung and Androids have really makes this device rock, and rock solid! I feel total comfort now knowing I have a device that not only looks and feels good but knowing it is built rock solid and performs rock solid as well! I love the camo green, reminds me of retro 1960's army camo style! I have to highly recommend the Samsung Galaxy S5 Active Camo Green!

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    great tough phone.

    Posted .
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    very tough phone. has been dropped in the water during a kayak trip. i did the complete freek out...turned it off... waited.. worked great. love the phone. the speaker is a bit off, but over all i love the phone

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Screen size

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    love it

    Posted .
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    love this phone great quality screen resolution. .

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Screen size

    Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    Good

    Posted .
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    right size to hold. the big screen. works good. google voice its better than siri

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Tough built S5 so far

    Posted .
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    I had a choice to make between S5 active or Note 4 (rugged bezel or metal-like bezel). Built-wise S5 active is durable, but Note 4 has the good look. So far S5 active shows it can withstand the most. I am satisfied with my choice.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great phone

    Posted .
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Anything you need in a phone is in here. I've had it a year and a half and no problems what so ever. No case or screen protector needed.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    PHONE

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    THIS WAS A VERY GOOD PHONE AND I JUST PASSED IT DOWN TO MY HUSBAND AS I BOUGHT AN IPHOME

    I would recommend this to a friend