- 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 is set to release the Galaxy Buds FE, a more affordable option in their Galaxy Buds lineup, featuring a design similar to the original Galaxy Buds and potentially incorporating improvements from recent models, with a speculated price of around $100 or less.
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 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.
TechRadar readers have exclusive early access to the Samsung Discover event, including a great deal on the Galaxy S23 Ultra with an enhanced trade-in rebate of up to $880 and a free 512GB memory upgrade, offering a total saving of up to $980.
The Samsung Galaxy Tab S7 FE offers good performance, a large display, and a free stylus, making it a great tablet with a budget-friendly price.
Samsung is currently offering a wild discount on its camera phone, with up to $980 off when you trade in an eligible device.
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's new Smart Monitor M8 is available at record low prices during the "Discover Samsung" fall sale, with the 27-inch model priced at $549.99 ($100 off) and the 32-inch model priced at $579.99 ($120 off).
Samsung has released the third One UI 6.0 beta update for the Galaxy S23 series in the USA and India, featuring bug fixes and new video player features.
The upcoming Samsung Galaxy S23 FE is expected to launch in four colors and will have a similar design to the Galaxy S23, according to leaked renders.
The Samsung Galaxy S23 FE has been shown in a leaked render, confirming its existence and design similarity to the Galaxy S23, with rumors suggesting it will feature the Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 chip but slow wireless charging.
The Samsung Galaxy S23 Fan Edition, with a design inspired by the Galaxy S23 and Galaxy A54 5G, is expected to have a compact body, a centered hole punch display, and three cameras on the back, offering improved camera capabilities compared to its predecessor. It is anticipated to run on Android 13 and receive long-term software support. The release date and pricing details are yet to be confirmed.
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 expanding its Android 14 beta program to include the Galaxy S22 lineup, offering new features such as a revamped Quick Settings panel and improvements to the Camera app, with the beta currently available in South Korea and expected to expand to other countries soon.
Samsung is set to launch affordable smartphones, including the Galaxy A05, which features a 6.7-inch screen, a 50MP primary camera, and 25W fast charging capabilities.
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 is set to release the Galaxy Tab S9 FE and Galaxy Tab S9 FE+ tablets, which are more affordable versions of their flagship Galaxy Tab S9 series, featuring Exynos 1380 octa-core chipset, metal casing, and prices starting at 529 euro and 699 euro respectively.
Samsung has accidentally leaked its latest Fan Edition devices, including the Galaxy S23 FE smartphone and Galaxy Tab S9 FE tablet, on its Argentinian website, hinting at a possible announcement on October 4.
