- 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.
Apple is facing significant production issues with the camera sensors and titanium chassis for the iPhone 15 models, which may impact availability, according to analyst Ming-Chi Kuo. Additionally, the iPhone 15 Pro Max is experiencing delays in manufacturing, potentially causing problems for early upgraders.
The iPhone 15 Pro is rumored to feature a titanium frame, with a brushed finish and reduced weight, as well as improved fingerprint resistance and a new color option called Titanium Gray.
The Samsung Galaxy S24 series has received its 3C certification, indicating support for fast charging and 5G connectivity, with possible variations in chipsets, while the Galaxy S24 Ultra is expected to feature a 200MP primary camera and an improved display brightness.
Samsung is rumored to be adding titanium frames to its upcoming Galaxy S24 handsets, Google's Pixel 8 and Pixel 8 Pro will have improved heat management with the use of Samsung Foundry's FO-WLP packaging process, and HMD Global is set to launch its own HMD-branded devices alongside Nokia-branded handsets.
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 gearing up for the release of the Galaxy S23 FE, which is expected to have similar specs to the Galaxy S23 and Galaxy S22, including an Exynos 2200 chip and a 6.4-inch Super AMOLED display, along with IP67 water and dust resistance, multiple color options, and last year's Android 13 with One UI 5.1.
The new iPhone 15 Pro and Pro Max, which feature Grade 5 titanium frames, may not be as durable as advertised, as initial tests suggest they are still susceptible to damage and may even be more prone to scuffs, scratches, and cracks compared to the previous generation.
The leaked design of the Samsung Galaxy S24 reveals a phone with flat sides, a 6.1-inch screen, and minor changes compared to its predecessor, the Galaxy S23.
Samsung's Galaxy S24 lineup is rumored to feature a flat frame design with rounded edges, potentially resembling the iPhone 15 Pro, and may include a cutout on the right side for an Ultra Wideband antenna, along with faster processors, improved image quality, brighter displays, and slightly larger batteries.
The iPhone 15 Pro Max's titanium build did not offer significant real-world benefits in a drop test comparison with the Galaxy S23 Ultra, despite Apple's implementation of the material.
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.
Samsung is expected to bring back the Exynos chip for the Galaxy S24 lineup, with early testing showing that the Exynos 2400's GPU performance is almost as fast as the Snapdragon 8 Gen 2, although it may not match the GPU performance of the Snapdragon 8 Gen 3.
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.
Samsung is teasing the Exynos 2400 chip for its upcoming Galaxy S24 series, boasting a 1.7x increase in CPU performance and a 14.7x boost in AI performance compared to the previous Exynos 2200 model.
The Samsung Galaxy S24 and S24 Plus are rumored to use either an Exynos 2400 CPU or a Snapdragon 8 Gen 3, depending on the region, while the S24 Ultra will exclusively feature the Snapdragon 8 Gen 3.
Samsung is reportedly planning to use its own Exynos chips for the upcoming Galaxy S24 smartphones, except for the flagship S24 Ultra which will use the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 chipset, suggesting a tacit acknowledgment that Samsung's chips aren't as good as its rival's, although the difference between the two chipsets is not always obvious in day-to-day use.
Samsung's Galaxy S24 smartphones, set to launch in Q1 2024, will feature the Exynos 2400 system on chip, potentially leading to a divisive decision that may anger users, as they may not have a choice between Samsung's own chip and Qualcomm's Snapdragon.
Samsung has unveiled the Exynos 2400 chipset with a significant boost in AI performance, which is expected to debut with the Galaxy S24 series featuring many new AI features and a powerful virtual assistant. The smartphones will also have a new GPU for mobile ray tracing and impressive speed with advanced components.
The Samsung Galaxy S24 is expected to feature the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 chipset, which reportedly offers significant improvements in CPU and GPU performance compared to its predecessor.
The Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra is a top contender for the best phone of the year, offering a perfect score in reviews, impressive camera hardware, an exceptional display, and the unique feature of S Pen functionality.
The Galaxy S24 Ultra is expected to have upgrades in its design, display brightness, processor performance, camera capabilities, and AI features, making it a worthwhile upgrade from the Galaxy S22 Ultra.
Samsung is offering a time-limited enhanced trade-in deal for the Galaxy S23 Ultra, cutting its price by $900 when trading in a select device such as the Galaxy S22 Ultra or iPhone 14 Pro Max.
The Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra is expected to have some notable improvements compared to its predecessor, the Galaxy S23 Ultra, including a potentially lighter titanium frame, a similar design, a 6.8-inch LTPO OLED display with a super-high peak brightness of >2,500 nits, a Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 for Galaxy chipset, and a camera configuration that may feature a new and improved 50MP 5X optical zoom telephoto. However, current Galaxy S23 Ultra users may not find significant reasons to upgrade to the new model.
The Galaxy S24 series from Samsung shares a striking similarity to the previous Galaxy S23 and S22 designs, following a trend reminiscent of Apple's consistent iPhone design updates.
The Galaxy S24 flagship series is set to be unveiled in January 2024, featuring the Exynos 2400 SoC, potential improvements in screen resolution and camera capabilities, and a possible inclusion of two-way satellite communication for emergencies.
The benchmark numbers for the Galaxy S24 Ultra prototype suggest that European owners will have a Snapdragon chipset, but the performance is lower than expected.
