Our heads are still spinning slightly from all the camera jargon explained during the Galaxy S23 unveiling. I don’t blameBut now that the dust has started to settle, there are some things Samsung can do did not do it Announce to mention during the latest events.
Samsung cuts the curve
There was a time when a smartphone’s curved display was seen as a benefit of owning one smartphone over another. But over the years, Samsung (and others) curved too much to make the user experience less enjoyable, especially with his giant 6.7-inch phone.
Samsung finally listened to the complaints and reduced the curve (significantly) on the Galaxy S23 Ultra, reducing it by a whopping 30% compared to the Galaxy S22 Ultra. , with the curve reduced it should actually be much easier to use the S Pen across the display. I hope that
No 128GB Galaxy S23
On the surface, Samsung is offering a free storage upgrade, offering 256GB of storage for the same price as the 128GB model, so it looks like a big win for those interested in pre-ordering the Galaxy S23. In fact, if you want the 128GB model, you won’t be able to add it to your cart if you pre-order directly from Samsung’s website. There’s a bigger story here, though, because there’s actually a big difference between the 128GB and 256GB versions.
Samsung’s entry-level Galaxy S23 relies on the now outdated UFS 3.1 storage technology, while the 256GB version and all other S23 models use UFS 4.0 storage.This may not seem like a big deal, but as SamMobile (opens in new tab) The read and write speeds of UFS 3.1 and UFS 4.0 are completely different.
| Header Cell – Column 0 | UFS3.1 | UFS4.0 |
|---|---|---|
| Sequential read rate | 2,100Mbps | 4,200Mbps |
| Sequential write speed | 1,200Mbps | 2,800Mbps |
With doubled read and write speeds, UFS 4.0 opens apps faster while providing an overall more stable experience compared to UFS 3.1. This might feel like a “bait and switch” scenario for those who ended up getting his S23 after pre-orders ended.
Not really, as reports say no company is making a UFS 4.0 chip with 128 GB of storage suitable for mass production. Instead, Samsung has opted to use his UFS 3.1 on the base model. Maybe it’s time for smartphones to ditch the 128GB base storage configuration for flagship devices altogether, but we doubt that will happen any time soon.
Lightroom = RAW
For much of the Galaxy Unpacked event, Samsung naturally focused on the new camera system integrated into the Galaxy S23 Ultra. With a 200MP main his camera, Samsung is trying to reclaim the top spot for “best smartphone camera” from the Pixel 7 Pro and iPhone 14 Pro Max. Along with this, Samsung has enhanced the experience in several other ways, such as integrating the Expert RAW app into the main camera app rather than downloading it separately from the Galaxy Store.
During the event, Samsung also confirmed Adobe Lightroom. (opens in new tab) It is now the default photo editor for images taken with Expert RAW on Galaxy S23. The traditional gallery app is still available and features its own suite of photo editing tools, but instead of trying to redesign the wheel for editing RAW images, Samsung decided to rely on Adobe’s prowess instead. I am choosing.
rich accessories
Whenever Samsung launches a new flagship phone, you’ll see the usual options when it comes to cases and other accessories. All come back. But there were a few additions to the lineup that really intrigued us: Clear and Rugged Gadget Cases.
This looks like a way for Samsung to open the door to its accessory ecosystem, similar to what Apple did with MagSafe. His two gadget case options now have an attached ring that either enhances the grip or doubles as a kickstand. It also looks like you have a wallet accessory that snaps into place depending on which gadget case you own. Unlike MagSafe, Gadget Case does not rely on magnets, instead using its own connector. This could be a roadblock if Samsung hopes for mass adoption.
Going further down the accessory rabbit hole, Samsung surprised many of us by making a replacement S Pen available for purchase on the Galaxy S23 Ultra. Losing or breaking the S Pen on the Galaxy Note wasn’t too much of an issue, as it’s available from Amazon or your local big box store.
But when the Galaxy S22 Ultra brought back the built-in S Pen, it wasn’t easy to get a replacement — you’ll be able to get your hands on an additional S Pen once the S23 Ultra is released. You can even mix and match colors if you want your lavender S Pen to match your green phone.
Samsung says ‘yet’ to satellite connectivity
After Qualcomm announced a partnership with Iridium to bring satellite connectivity to the Snapdragon 8 Gen 2, many expected Samsung to follow in Apple’s footsteps by offering this feature in the Galaxy S23 series. was However, the hour-long event went back and forth with absolutely no mention of being able to use your phone to contact emergency services, even if you were stuck in an area with no cell phone coverage, in an interview with CNET. , Samsung president TM Roh confirmed that this was intentional while offering a little insight as to why it’s not available.
“If you have the right timing, infrastructure and technology [is] Of course, we will actively consider adopting this feature for Samsung Galaxy and our mobile division as well. ”
Roh added, “I don’t think it’s the final or definitive solution to ensuring peace of mind between users.” But Samsung may be looking for another solution.
If you want to learn more about why satellite connectivity is good for the future of smartphones, check out Jerry Hildenbrand’s excellent explanation.
the successor has arrived
Samsung’s Galaxy S22 Ultra is still widely considered the best phone of 2022. But there’s a new sheriff in town as the Galaxy S23 Ultra looks to take over the top spot.
