As you all know by now, our family has grown. Which is why it is more important than ever to be organized and stay on top of everything. Think along the lines of daily chores, grocery runs, pediatrician visits, keeping tabs on immunizations, and making sure not to miss out any of our little one’s milestones! After all, he’d only be this little for a short while. But as a busy new mom, it can get quite challenging to capture Josiah’s memories.
Now that he is almost 5 months old, I need to be speedy when it comes to snapping all the cute things that he does so I would not miss out on anything. Trust me, one minute he is camera ready, the next he isn’t. My mommy friends are already warning me that I need to take advantage of this stage. As he gets heavier and bigger, not only will he not be able to sit or stay still, I won’t have the luxury to carry heavy camera equipment that I usually use. Plus the fact that whenever I leave hubby in charge to take pictures, he easily gets “pictured out.” his term for saying I’ve taken enough pictures and I’m done. Here’s the thing though, you can take 10, 15, or even more and often times you only end up with 1 or 2 good shots. The rest either comes out blurry or out of focus.
What’s left for this mama to do? Fortunately for me, Samsung has just released their new phone-the Samsung Galaxy S9+! Which I think is the perfect solution for everything that our family needs. So as soon as it became available, hubby and I went to our local Target which is in Burlington NJ to purchase the phone. Since I already have an existing wireless carrier (doesn’t matter what network), the transaction was speedy and in no time, my new phone is up and running!
Samsung Galaxy S9+
This phone packs all the amazing features of a professional camera in one handy device! Everything that I love about my DSLR camera can be found on this phone. No need to switch out lenses or lug around heavy equipment. Everything on this phone is a MAJOR enhancement for the Samsung Galaxy S6 and S7 users.
The feature that I love most with the Samsung Galaxy S9+ camera is the optical image stabilization (OIS). The pictures come out crystal clear despite our little one not wanting to sit still! Also the PRO mode where I can literally adjust all of the settings to my liking and The ISO, focus, brightness, and my favorite of all –the background blur! It’s not called PRO for nothing.
Actual Photo From The Samsung Galaxy S9+
Oh and let me add that it has a mechanical dual aperture to help take high-quality photos in different kinds of light-even during low light so I can capture Josiah’s sweet sleeping poses without turning on the light! I am also in awe of its super slow-mo feature because it captures everything literally down to the smallest details!
When it comes to creating fun memories, the action doesn’t stop with Super Slow-mo! Josiah and I enjoy using and playing with the AR (Augmented Reality) Emoji. This latest feature allows users to create an animated version of their faces. You wouldn’t believe how entertained Josiah is, seeing a digital version of my face on the screen! Big PLUS that I can also send emoji reactions to my family friends through text messaging, facebook post, and messenger! My best friend and I would exchange AR Emoji expressions as a way to “express” our feelings or reaction.
AR Emoji
But more importantly than the camera features, this phone is a must-have for me because it is designed to help keep up with busy moms like me to multi-task and manage hectic schedules. It allows me to keep track of LIFE! No more second guessing when is our little one’s doctor’s appointment, do we have any playdates coming up? How about deadlines for work? Now I no longer have to cram!
Overall, I can honestly say that I love the Samsung Galaxy S9+! If you’re looking for ways to keep up with a busy lifestyle, I highly recommend this phone. Want more details? I recommend checking out the Target Samsung Page. Let me know your thoughts!
Our Family World
March 26, 2018the Samsung Galaxy S9 plus looks like a really neat phone to have. The camera is fantastic, and the calendar is full screen and large enough for me. I will check this phone out. I need a new one anyway. Thanks for your honest review. .
Rabindro
March 26, 2018Hearing much of Samsung S9. Hope it is going to meet our expectations..
Bethany
March 26, 2018I’ve never really been a fan of the Samsung, always Apple. Great photo you took with your family, really cute.
Amber Myers
March 26, 2018This sounds like a fabulous phone! The camera would be helpful! I’ve always been a fan of Samsung. Plus I’m a huge fan of Target.
Karen Morse
March 26, 2018Sounds like the kind of phone that’s perfect for bloggers. I love that it has awesome camera features, it’s definitely going to make life easier especially since you don’t always need to bring a camera!
Cristina Coroiu
March 26, 2018Whenever I want to change my phone I’m looking to its camera proprieties. I think is the most important thing in a phone for me, and the overall design as well. This phone looks amazing. And the specs sounds good as well. I think is going to be my next phone.
valmg @ Mom Knows It All
March 26, 2018I had a Samsung years ago and it’s camera quality qas advanced for its time. I’ve heard great things about the display and camera on this one, enjoyit.
Candy
March 26, 2018They really have improved the camera on the phones. What most use all the time now. Great over all phone to use
Jessica Taylor
March 26, 2018I actually have the Galaxy s9 and LOVE it! So many great features. I moved from the s7 to the s9, so a lot is different for me.
Evelyn, PathofPresence
March 26, 2018Nice phone! Really appreciate all the functions – and the photos came out great! it is awesome that the phone is conveniently available at Target. Thanks! Xo, Evelyn, Path of Presence
Caitlin + Dani
March 26, 2018These photos look great! A good camera phone is essential.
Debbie Savage
March 26, 2018What a great post about the new Samsung Galaxy S9! I have one two and there are so many features that I absolutely love! You have a beautiful family!
xo Debbie
Tomi C
March 26, 2018Love the commercials for the Samsung Galaxy 9. Looks like it offers so many features and an amazing camera. Funny isn’t it how we don’t lug around cameras anymore. Most of us are snapping fab pics using our phones.
Yeah Lifestyle
March 26, 2018I love the Samsung phones and can’t wait to get my hands on the S9+ version. I am loving your emoji, you look super cute.
Nichola - Globalmouse
March 26, 2018I’ve heard amazing things about the camera of the Samsung S9, I love the Augmented Reality Emoji app too.
Sarah Bailey
March 26, 2018OK how amazing does this phone sound! I am loving the emojis as well how cool is it, it includes those!
Shannon Olsen
March 26, 2018Camera features are always a number one selling point for me when I purchase a new phone. Thank you for this informative review!
Vian
March 26, 2018I’m a fan of Samsung products and I think I needed an upgrade – a Samsung galaxy Sg+ is great. Thanks for this wonderful review..
chubskulit rose
March 26, 2018Your little one is so handsome! Hubby and I just got our new phones and this was one of our choices.
Joanna @ Everyday Made Fresh
March 26, 2018Looks like it’s a great phone for this baby stage. He’s so adorable!
Alison Rost
March 26, 2018Sounds like another amazing phone from Samsung. I’ve been hearing a lot of good things about this one. Love the camera!
Andrea
March 26, 2018What a fun post about the new Samsung Galaxy S9, I’ve been hearing much of Samsung S9.
Anosa Malanga
March 26, 2018wow, I never see this yet in actual and just learned about it’s new release from Samsung. Seems like a very promising smartphone indeed. I’ll be changing my phone soon and I guess this is a good one.
Marysa
March 26, 2018It’s so important to have a phone that has great photos, especially when you have kids. Sounds like this has so many great features!
Mimi Green
March 26, 2018I’m an Apple user, but everyone else in my home are Samsung users. I’m a phone addict so I believe in having the latest, greatest and fastest.
Kelly @ XterraWeb
March 26, 2018Wow. The S9 has many new features. Is it much bigger than the S7 or S8? I hope it has a memory card slot since everyone will be taking more pictures with the amazing camera.
Tasheena @ SimplyTasheena.com
March 26, 2018Thanks for sharing ! This looks like a pretty cool phone to have. I love the picture quality.
tara pittman
March 26, 2018Sounds like a great phone. I like the calendar set up the best.
Adriana
March 27, 2018Wow, the photo quality on that phone is amazing.
Rhian Westbury
March 27, 2018The s9 looks really good although I don’t feel like I could come back from changing to an iPhone x
Dee at My Dee Dees Diary
March 27, 2018I currently have a samsung device now and love it. This SP looks absolutely amazing
Samantha
March 27, 2018Wow! These photos don’t look like they come from a phone. They look really professional. That’s great that it has the same features as your DLSR.
Michelle Leslie
March 27, 2018Whoop, whoop guess who’s due for an upgrade this month and I’ve been eyeing out the S9 for a bit already. So glad you shared this review Angela, I know exactly What my new phone will be. No more looking 😉
Emma
March 27, 2018Wow! I’ve always had iPhones but the Samsung Galaxy S9 looks like a great phone. I’m sure this review will be helpful to anyone who’s thinking of buying it.
Ricci
March 27, 2018I am an iPhone girl through and through but some of my friends are Samsung fans and I will def pass this post on to them!!
kumamonjeng
March 27, 2018I am currently using samsung so I would really love to change to the newest version. Glad to learn so many features for S9.
Eva Katona
March 27, 2018I have only heard good things about this phone, and really makes me think about what smart phone should I get next.
Deborah Nicholas
March 27, 2018This looks great – ive always stuck to apple but would be willing to switch after seeing those crystal clear images!
Pooja Kawatra
March 27, 2018Got to hear from many of friends using Samsung S9 and love the clarity and quality of photos. Thoguh I havent tried my hands yet.
Pooja Kawatra
March 27, 2018Got to hear from many of friends using Samsung S9 and love the clarity and quality of photos. Though I havent tried my hands yet.
Ithfifi
March 27, 2018Oh wow! Now I really want this phone. I’ll have to wait a fair while though.. I had no idea the camera was so good, the fact you are comparing it to your DLSR has me very intertested!
Amy-Lynn Vautour
March 27, 2018I used to be a big samsung fan but kind of fell off the bandwagon after purchasing a few lemons – i hold my cell phone provider responsible more than anyone though. thanks for sharing some of the features of the s9+ I look forward to hearing about more of them.
Wanda Lopez
March 27, 2018My husband changed to Galaxy not long ago and he’s been loving it. I’ve heard so many great things about the camera.
Terri Beavers
March 27, 2018This is my next phone, I’ve already made up my mind when I saw they were coming out with them. I love Samsung brand and I keep hearing great things about this one.
Anosa
March 27, 2018I am an Iphone lover but of late I have been loving Samsung’s latest phone and switching over at the end of April, love all the cool features, emojis and camera quality
Akamatra
March 27, 2018I was a huge Samsung fan up until recently. They got to be too expensive for me unfortunate.
kim
March 27, 2018Great review! The Samsung looks like a great phone. I’ll definitely have to check it out.
Hannah
March 27, 2018I do like the camera on Samsung. Sometimes i prefer it to my actual camera
Shoshana Sue
March 27, 2018Samsung nailed it with the background blur as most of us who couldn’t afford proper cameras that have that feature used to turn to apps. I wish I could try it out but right now I cant afford this beautiful phone.
Becky Willis
March 27, 2018First off I can’t believe you just had a baby 5 months ago! You look fantastic. Now about that phone! It takes awesome photos! I love how clear the picture is of your husband and baby!. Although I am in love with my iPhone, after reading and seeing your post about the Samsung, I might actually consider it.
Michelle Goth
March 27, 2018I have a friend who just got this phone. I AM super jealous, especially with the slow mo video. SO COOL!
Tiffany
March 27, 2018The camera looks awesome! Thank you for your review. My mom is in need of a new phone and I think this would be perfect for her.
Kate Andrews
March 27, 2018I’ve always been more of a iphone gal but that camera is incredible! I might have to make the switch.
Tina Hogan Grant
March 27, 2018I’ve always had an iPhone but I hear great things about Samsung. It looks like they take great photos. My son loves these phones.
Ada
March 27, 2018This looks like such a great phone. I don’t know if I could every come back from an iPhone though if we’re being honest.
WaRen jean
March 27, 2018Thanks for this review. Now that my conyract is over I am thinking of getting a new phone and my option is iPhone 8+ but will surely consider this phone since specs is also good.
Shahla
March 27, 2018The photo quality is so impressive! And I love that you can see the calendar and your appointments at a glance. I don’t love how I need a secondary app for that on my non-samsung. I’ll have to check them out next time I am in Target.
Carol Cassara
March 27, 2018Everyone’s been raving about this new phone from Samsung and I must say, it’s tough not to fall in love with it! I think it has the best features and it’s definitely good to have!
Sara Welch
March 27, 2018This phone really has some killer features. I wish I had one already!
Kita Bryant
March 27, 2018Now that is one killer mobile device. After seeing reviews of this phone I am surely in for a new upgrade.
Kara
March 28, 2018My daughter has this phone and loves it. I am afraid I am an apple girl though, I just cannot fathom her phone
Elizabeth O
March 28, 2018Samsung is a great brand, it tends to be my go-to for phones as the technology is so good. I am glad you are enjoying your S9!
Amy
March 28, 2018I usually go for iPhones but this Samsung Galaxy S9 sounds and looks fab! I really need a phone with a decent camera so this looks perfect. x
Tanvi Rastogi
March 28, 2018Looks like a great phone. Love the feature your described. Especially the camera. Love the photos you took.
❥ tanvii
Candice Nikeia
March 28, 2018Those photos turned out so well! I love that features the phone has! Plus it keeps you organized! I might have to switch to Samsung ASAP!
Angela Milnes
March 28, 2018Oh I am so jealous right now. I have wanted a new Galaxy for the longest time now.
Julie Harbour
March 28, 2018Wow, spunds like a great smart phone! I recently made the switch from an android (Galaxy) to the iPhone. So are you telling me with all these amazing features, I need to switch back? Lol! Thanks for the post!
Lauretta at Home and Horizon
March 29, 2018It’s an overall great phone. It’s like the iphone of android phones. He he The camera has always been great for Samsung phones and I’m sure the Samsung S9 won’t disappoint.
LavandaMichelle
March 29, 2018My daughter is an aspiring photographer. So anytime I get a new phone for anyone she always checks camera quality. I think she would love this phone. Thanks for sharing!
Nati
March 29, 2018That phone sounds so good! I am pretty happy with the camera in my phone, but it is already 4 years old, so an upgrade wouldn’t hurt!
bryanna skye
March 29, 2018I didn’t realize the s9 was even out — that’s how behind I am I guess! I had the same mobile for ages before finally upgrading, but will probably always stick with the galaxy as it’s so good 🙂
Joanna
March 29, 2018I almost bought this phone a couple of days ago, but because they couldn’t deliver before I left for a holiday, I had to postpone it. I will definitely buy it though, the camera looks amazing and I had my current Samsung S7 edge for 2 years already. Time for a new one.
WhatLauraLoves
March 29, 2018Aw its so great that you got to try out the new S9 Plus! I haven’t had a Samsung for years so its great to see how well their phones are doing xxx
Journa Ramirez
March 30, 2018I’m thinking if I will buy a new phone and this phone seems like a good choice!
Toughcookiemommy
April 3, 2018My husband has the S8 and he loves it. I imagine that the new S9 has even better features and takes even better photos.