The GSMA has recognized the Samsung Galaxy S7 as the best smartphone of 2016 at MWC.

The S7 Edge got this award in the Best Mobile Handsets and Devices category at the annual Global Mobile Awards at Mobile World Congress 2017. The award takes into account a range of factors, including outright prettiness and performance.

This is a relief to Samsung after the Note 7 exploded in their face, blowing away some reputation for the company. If it were around, it would certainly be holding the spot instead. It was everything that could improve on the S7, and a pen. The folks at Samsung really needed something positive for their reputation, and this is one.

The Edge features some sleek curves on either side of the display. Samsung is making the edges a standard feature in the next flagship. And the Note 7 did not offer a version without curves. So beautiful is the Galaxy S7 Edge that Apple is reportedly adopting the same display in at least one of the 2017 iPhones. Same, as in curved sAmoled made by Samsung display.

VP of Global Product Strategy, Mobile Communications Business at Samsung Electronics had this to say:

“We are honored to be recognized for our craftsmanship in design and innovation with the Galaxy S7 edge. This award is a testament to our constant pursuit of excellence as we continue to exceed consumers’ expectations through revolutionary mobile technology.”

Source: Blog post on Samsung | GSMA Awards

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