Samsung Launches Galaxy S23 FE at Higher Price Than Announced, Hurting Value Compared to Pixel and S23

Samsung announced the Galaxy S23 FE for $600, but then launched it for $630 on their website. Retailers are still selling it for $600.

The price increase puts the S23 FE close to the Pixel 8 and regular S23, hurting its value proposition.

Samsung claims the $600 price is for carrier models, while unlocked models are $630, but unlocked models can be found for $600.

If buying from Samsung's site, it's $630. If buying elsewhere, it's $600. The pricing is inconsistent.

Samsung tablets keep falling short compared to iPads in providing a uniform user experience across models. Software is crucial for foldables too.