- The main topic is the leaked details of the Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra ahead of its launch.
- Key points include the device having an improved and bigger 50MP telephoto sensor, being powered by Qualcomm's Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 or Exynos 2400 depending on the region, and featuring a 5x zoom button on the camera app.
- Other details mentioned include the weight of the device, an upgraded screen, and the presence of four main cameras and a 12MP selfie shooter.
The main topic is the camera improvements brought by the August 2023 patch for the Samsung Galaxy S23 series.
Key points:
1. The update introduces a new 2x zoom option for photos and videos, providing optical lens-level image quality.
2. The zoom quality has been optimized for the Galaxy S23 devices, resulting in cleaner and better-quality pictures when zoomed in.
3. The update also includes improvements such as optimized file sizes for motion photos and reduced peripheral image blur when shooting close-up subjects.
Samsung has released the September 2023 security update for the Galaxy S23 series, which fixes 62 security flaws but does not bring any new features or performance improvements.
Samsung is offering early access to some of its best deals on smartwatches, monitors, smartphones, and more ahead of the official start of the Discover Samsung event.
Samsung is offering enhanced trade-in deals and free storage upgrades on the Galaxy S23 series and Z Fold 5 for a limited time.
Samsung has launched its "Discover Samsung" sale, featuring discounts on smartphones, monitors, TVs, and audio devices, including $120 off the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5 Smartphone and various markdowns on TVs and monitors.
Samsung is offering a $75 discount on the Galaxy A54 during their Discover Samsung Fall sales event, and with a maximum trade-in amount, you can get the phone for just $100, featuring a powerful chipset, impressive camera capabilities, and a long-lasting battery.
The Samsung Galaxy S23 FE, an affordable flagship phone, has been leaked in real images during its certification process, revealing its design and specifications including a 6.3-inch display, octa-core processor, up to 8GB of RAM, 256GB of storage, 4,370mAh battery, and 5G support, with an expected release in India and a price tag of NR 54,999 (~$663).
The upcoming Samsung Galaxy S23 FE is expected to feature new cameras, more powerful chipsets, a refreshed design, and longer software support, making it a worthy successor to the Galaxy S21 FE, although pricing will ultimately determine its success in the mid-range phone market.
Apple has unveiled the Apple Watch Series 9 and Apple Watch Ultra 2, as well as the iPhone 15, iPhone 15 Pro, and iPhone 15 Pro Max, all featuring advanced features, improved performance, and new designs, with prices starting at $399 for the Apple Watch Series 9 and $799 for the iPhones. Additionally, the iPhone and AirPods will now have USB-C connectors, and iCloud+ will offer new storage options, while iOS 17 will be released as a free software update on September 18.
You have two more opportunities to get the Samsung SmartThings Station for just $1 during the Discover Samsung sale, where promo codes are released daily, but they go fast.
Samsung is currently holding its Discover fall sales event, offering discounts on smartphones, tablets, TVs, and more, making it a great time to purchase their latest devices at a lower price.
Best Buy is currently offering significant discounts on the Samsung Galaxy S23 series, with prices starting at $549.99, but carrier activation is required.
The Samsung Galaxy S23 and iPhone 15 are similarly priced and offer comparable storage options, making the decision between the two difficult, but the Samsung Galaxy S23 has a superior AMOLED display with a faster refresh rate and outperforms the iPhone 15 in graphics testing, while the camera capabilities and battery life are also quite similar between the two devices.
The Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra is rumored to have a flat design, improved display brightness, optimized camera technology, powerful performance enhancements, and faster charging capabilities, making it a strong competitor to the iPhone 15 Pro Max.
The Galaxy S23 Ultra's 10x periscope telephoto camera with 100x digital zoom gives it an advantage over other top camera phones, while the upcoming Galaxy S24 Ultra may be costlier to make due to the Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 chip and increased RAM, potentially leading to corner-cutting measures like a flat screen with thicker bezels and a titanium frame.
Samsung is set to release the Galaxy S23 FE, a relatively basic device that matches the Google Pixel 7 in price, costing $599 in the US market.
The leaked specifications of the Galaxy S23 FE include a 5.4-inch Super AMOLED screen, a 10MP selfie camera, a 50MP primary rear camera with OIS, and stereo speakers, among other features.
The Galaxy S24 Ultra is rumored to have a slightly brighter display compared to its predecessor, the Galaxy S23 Ultra.
The iPhone 15 Pro Max outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra in almost every aspect of its camera system, except for zoom and portrait photos.
The Samsung Galaxy S23 FE offers a lot of great features for its price, but if you want something different, the best alternatives include the Samsung Galaxy S23, Google Pixel 8, Samsung Galaxy S21 FE, Apple iPhone SE 2022, OnePlus 11, and Samsung Galaxy A54 5G.
The Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra and the iPhone 15 Pro Max were compared in a camera shootout, with CNET's professional photographer concluding that while both cameras are excellent, the iPhone 15 Pro Max ultimately wins due to more accurate colors and better zoom capabilities.
Best Buy is hosting a Samsung Savings Event with discounts on phones, tablets, smartwatches, and more, including $500 off the Samsung Galaxy S23 Plus with a trade-in and a free $150 Best Buy gift card.
The Google Pixel 8 Pro and Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra are both powerful flagship smartphones, with the Pixel 8 Pro offering a superior software experience and the Galaxy S23 Ultra boasting a more advanced camera system and stylus support.
