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Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra uses 12MP selfie camera, your opinion?
Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra reportedly uses a 12MP selfie camera, what is your opinion on it? Last month, it was first reported that the company is ditching its traditional 40MP selfie camera sensor from the Galaxy S23 Ultra. Now, the recent TENAA listing also reveals a 12MP front camera for the S23 Ultra.
Megapixels undoubtedly matter when it comes to the quality of images captured by the camera sensor. No doubt, the Galaxy S22 Ultra produces crispy selfie pictures with great details. Meanwhile, the Galaxy S23 Ultra could lag behind its predecessor in terms of selfies.
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S23 Ultra, not just a simple upgrade
With the Galaxy S23 Ultra, the Korean tech giant is introducing a Galaxy-exclusive 200MP camera sensor, which could be named – ISOCELL HP2. The Galaxy S20 Ultra was the first to debut a 108MP primary and 40MP selfie camera, which is now changing with the next-gen Galaxy S Ultra model.
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Joining the megapixels race, the company is making big changes in the primary camera lens of the Galaxy S23 Ultra, but it’s not happening as simply as everyone wonders. The arrival of a 200MP sensor is apparently bringing a 12MP selfie camera on S23 Ultra, instead of a traditional 40MP or upgraded one.
The Galaxy S22 and S22 Plus use a 10MP selfie camera with Dual Pixel Autofocus, F2.2, and an 80-degree field of view. Years after bringing the 10MP sensor, the Korean tech giant is reportedly upgrading the selfie camera of Galaxy S23 and S23 Plus to 12MP.
Samsung to make selfies better with One UI
The Galaxy S23 series device will come pre-loaded with Android 13-based new One UI 5.1 software system. Every year, Samsung launches new software-derived camera features and improvements with Galaxy S lineup. We hope, the company could fill the megapixel gap of S23 Ultra’s selfie camera.
What do you think, is it the right decision to introduce Galaxy S23 Ultra with a 12MP selfie camera?
Samsung launched Galaxy A16 and Galaxy A16 5G in Vietnam. These devices come with upgraded display, decent photography capabilities, and 6 years of Android updates support.
The Galaxy A16 models feature a 6.7-inch sAMOLED FHD+ display. The sAMOLED screen provides realistic and sharp visuals, making it an ideal choice for gaming and entertainment.
Both new models maintain the signature Galaxy design with sleek, rounded corners and vertically arranged cameras. The devices deliver impressive upgrades in vibrant image quality, eye-catching design, durability, and security, enhancing the overall user experience.
The Galaxy A16 series also improves on design with a slimmer, lighter body at just 7.9mm. The Key Island design gives the A16 a striking look and ensures maximum comfort and convenience.
The Galaxy A16 will receive 6 Android updates, along with Samsung’s enhanced security updates for six years. It will ensure devices stay secure and up-to-date, with Knox Vault also integrated to improve security by protecting personal data.
The camera setup includes a 50MP main camera, a 5MP ultra-wide camera, and a 2MP macro camera. In addition, the 13MP front camera allows users to focus on details, adjust focus, and fine-tune colors.
The Galaxy A16 5G is powered by an advanced octa-core processor, providing smooth performance and decent multitasking. The Galaxy A16 LTE/5G packs a 5000mAh battery and 25W fast charging, ensuring seamless all-day use.
Galaxy A16 LTE/5G Vietnam Availability:
- Galaxy A16 – Black, Gray, and Light Green | VND 5,890,000
- Galaxy A16 5G – Mint, Black, and Gold | VND 6,090,000
Seamless Updates is a long-due feature on Samsung, which could finally arrive with the Galaxy S25 series next year. The company is reportedly considering Seamless Updates support for its next-generation Galaxy S lineup.
Tipster ChunBhai claims that the Galaxy S25 series supports A/B (seamless) updates. Samsung’s Galaxy A55 5G also features A/B partition updates functionality. However, it hasn’t yet arrived on any flagship Galaxy device to date.
Notably, Seamless Updates require hardware-level setup. This means older Galaxy devices will still miss out on the advanced update installation method. If it debuts on the S25 series, future models may continue to feature Seamless Updates.
Google debuted A/B Partition a.k.a. Seamless Updates with Android 10. Virtual A/B updates have replaced Legacy A/B system updates in Android 10. Samsung has been refraining from bringing it to Galaxy flagships despite consumer demand.
Seamless Updates feature is 10x more beneficial than the conventional method. Users can continue to use their devices during an OTA. The only downtime during an update is when the device reboots into the updated disk partition.
Google Pixel phones install update while letting user continue using the phone. When the entire setup finishes, you just need to restart the device to install the new OTA. It takes 10 to 15 seconds to restart the phone and get the latest OTA installed.
Apart from reducing downtime, Seamless Updates also secure your device from software malfunctions. If an OTA fails to apply, the user will not be affected. The user will continue to run the old OS, and the user is free to re-attempt the update.
Exynos 2500 cancellation could lead the Galaxy S25 FE to use the same chip as the Galaxy S24 series. Samsung could use the standard Exynos 2400 in next year’s Fan Edition, potentially canceling the MediaTek Dimensity 9400.
Tipster @chunvn8888 claims that Samsung has canceled the Exynos 2500. The company has been facing yield issues with its 3nm foundry. It has tried to improve the yield rate but didn’t succeed in reaching the production threshold level.
Galaxy S24 FE comes with Exynos 2400e, suggesting that the S25 FE could get Exynos 2500e. As the standard variant canceled itself, the “e” variant is almost unlikely. That said, the Galaxy S25 series will ship with Snapdragon 8 Elite globally.
Samsung has recently released the Galaxy S24 FE. The phone packs the Exynos 2400e, which is a slightly underclocked variant of the Exynos 2400. As the device’s launch is nearly a year away, things may change as the story progresses.
This year’s Fan Edition brought key upgrades such as a larger and brighter display, a bigger battery, and the latest processor. Next year’s FE will not come with the newest chip as 3nm Snapdragon is quite expensive and Exynos 2500 is canceled.
Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra Release Date
Samsung could launch the Galaxy S25 series in January 2025. The company will only drop confirmation about two weeks before Unpacked. The January release window aligns with this year’s Galaxy S launch timeframe.
The Galaxy S25 Ultra could debut a significantly refined design, consisting of slightly rounded corners, thin symmetrical bezels, and a flat frame. The display and camera aspects would not get any notable upgrades.
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