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.
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.
Samsung is set to release the Galaxy S23 FE, showcasing its design, specifications, and leaked pricing, including a 6.4-inch Super AMOLED screen, a 50MP primary camera, an Exynos 2200 or Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 processor, and a 4,500mAh battery, with an expected price of around $600 in the US.
Samsung has released two new versions of its smartphones, the Galaxy S23 Tactical Edition and Galaxy XCover6 Pro Tactical Edition, specifically designed for military, first responders, and certain physical jobs, featuring enhanced security measures and rugged capabilities.
Samsung Argentina has released a marketing image revealing the upcoming Galaxy S23 FE, Galaxy Tab S9 FE, and Galaxy Buds FE, indicating that their official launch is imminent.
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.
Samsung may launch its Galaxy S24 series around January 18, 2024, as the company aims to compete with the iPhone 15 series, starting mass production of the new flagship phones in November.
Samsung is rumored to unveil the Galaxy S23 series and possibly introduce the Galaxy Ring on January 18, earlier than the usual February release date for Galaxy S phones.
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 leaked renders of the Samsung Galaxy S24 suggest that the upcoming phone will have a flat-edged design, similar to recent iPhones, with a few minor changes in dimensions and features compared to its predecessor, the Galaxy S23.
The Samsung Galaxy S23 FE will be launched in India on October 4, featuring the Exynos 2200 variant, although it remains to be seen if the Snapdragon variant will also be available in the country.
Rumors suggest that the upcoming Samsung Galaxy S24 series may be available in colors such as Phantom White, Phantom Purple, Phantom Black, Gold, and potentially exclusive green and red shades.
The Galaxy S23 Ultra, Samsung's flagship phone, is currently on sale on Amazon, offering a 12% discount on the black variant and a 14% discount on the Cream variant, saving customers $165 or $190 respectively, and with its powerful performance, incredible cameras, and built-in S Pen, it is an irresistible option for smartphone enthusiasts.
Amazon's October Prime Day event is offering significant discounts on Samsung Galaxy S23 devices, with the Galaxy S23 Ultra dropping to its lowest price of $950 for a version with 256GB of storage, the Galaxy S23+ dropping from $1,000 to $800, and the base S23 dropping from $800 to $650.
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.
