While tech geeks have been abuzz about Samsung’s highly anticipated Galaxy S5 for months, Samsung finally gave its keynote speech, Samsung UNPACKED 2014, for the device on Tuesday. The design of the device was leaked online the day before the keynote speech streamed on the web and some were disappointed by how similar the S5 looks to the S4.While aesthetically the device doesn’t seem to have made many changes, here are a few out of this world innovations that will have you looking past the lack of physical changes and into the future.

1. Faster…Everything

A processor improvement is almost always expected when a new mobile device is launched. It’s no secret that as your mobile device ages, it also slows down. So the faster the processor in the beginning, the longer a user can have a satisfactorily quick device. Watch as Jean-Daniel Ayme demonstrates how quickly the 2.5GHz quad-core processor (.6 GHz faster than that S4), combined with the simplified user interface improves user experience. More exciting than the hardware enhancement is Download Booster. The GS5 includes full LTE coverage and enhanced WiFi connectivity that Samsung claims nearly doubles WiFi connection speeds. The Download Booster uses the LTE connection in conjunction with the enhanced WiFi speed to decrease download time. “Imagine a gigabyte in just 30 seconds.”

2. Improved Camera Performance

Fast auto focus,selective focus and High Dynamic Range (Rich tone) are the three main improvements to the GS5’s camera. “For the first time in a smartphone, our new hybrid auto focus combines standard contrast AF with a technology usually found in professional DSLRs called Phase Detection [Auto Focus].” The hybrid auto focus technology, combined with a 16 megapixel camera and the companion chip set, is meant to give users the ability to capture clear shots in as little as 0.3 seconds. “HDR is a good solution for taking good photos when there is too little or too much light.” The new Rich Tone mode instantly processes what you’re seeing and even works for video. Selective focus lets you adjust what is in or out of focus in a photo, similar to professional cameras. I say similar because you’ll notice the blur that’s applied to the background in the sample image is a little overzealous.

3. Water and Dust Resistance

In recent years, the toilet has picked up a second job as a graveyard for mobile devices and finally, Samsung is offering a solution other than expensive Otterboxes and so-called water resistant cases. “Watch a video in the tub, sing along [with] your playlist in the shower, don’t worry about the rain. The S5 is protected for your lifestyle,” Ayme says, “But don’t go too far. Water resistant is not waterproof; so don’t keep it under water. But if it does get wet, it will be good.” Maybe buying an Otterbox wouldn’t hurt then.

4. Ultra Power Saving Mode

According to Jean-Daniel Ayme, “The Galaxy S5 boasts 10 hours of web surfing with an LTE connection and an even longer 12 hours of video playback.” This new mode is reminiscent of older Samsung models that would automatically limit your use of the device when the battery was low. This feature goes even further by turning the display to black and white only. Like the old systems, it shuts down nonessential features and only allows the use of basics like text messaging and calling. The Ultra Power Saver is said to allow a phone to survive 24 hours in standby mode on only 10% battery. There was nothing in the keynote speech about whether or not a user could turn this mode on and off at will.

5. Samsung Gear Fit and Health Features

What is making a lot of tech lists is Samsung’s addition of a Heart Rate Sensor to the back of the device. “We have a built-in heart rate sensor. It is the first of its kind.”, says Samsung President and CEO J.K. Shin. While the sensor may seem like a gimmick, Samsung presented more fitness-related innovation in their accessories the Gear 2 and Gear Fit mobile watches.The Gear 2 was released alongside the Fit, boasting improvements on the original Gear 1 including interchangeable straps, a home button, a customizable UI, 4GB internal memory, enhanced battery, and developer options to increase the already amped up app selection. Likened to a fitness band, the Gear Fit is meant to make exercising with a mobile device even easier. The display is curved, which is unique to wearable devices, and also includes interchangeable straps. The Gear Fit is said to enhance the experience of using the new built-in Heart Rate Sensor technology with Fitness Manager. Fitness Manager coaches users by advising them to slow down or speed up based on their heart rate. On top of that, the Gear Fit still allows users to screen calls and other notifications, use quick message reply and is compatible with 20 Samsung devices.

The S Health fitness management solution, found on the GS5, analyzes your health data. That data includes what is collected by the heart rate sensor (of either your Gear Fit or your phone) and built-in pedometer of the Gear accessories as well as optional, manually entered, information like weight, nutrition and exercise information. The phone also has ANT+ technology that will allow use of the device in conjunction with other existing fitness accessories.

Honorable Mentions

While the above are the five biggest innovations I found in the launch, here a few things that were noteworthy but didn’t make the list:

Finger scanner

While Apple beat Samsung to the punch on the scanner front, Samsung has taken the use of the scanner to another level. Like Apple’s technology, the fingerprint is encrypted on the device and can be used to unlock your phone. The GS5 difference comes in the form of the way the finger print is registered and the ways that it can be used. While Apple devices only accept one fingerprint, Samsung accepts three and the fingerprint registration is swipe based, instead of having the user hold his or her finger down on the scanner. It remains to be seen if this method of registration is any match for the current finger scanner hack that applies to the iPhone. Aside from those differences, the GS5 also allows users to pay via PayPal with their fingerprint and go into what is called Private Mode, where you can secure images, videos and other content.

Kid’s Mode

Pre-installed applications combined with user selected content are made available to children in Kid’s Mode. This isn’t a new idea, as Windows Phone 8 has had Kid’s Corner since 2012, but still something new to celebrate for parents.

How You Can Get It

All three devices will be available Apr. 11, 2014 in nearly 150 countries. While no official statement was made during the keynote speech, they are expected to be available on all four major US carriers.