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Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra: Unpacked 2023, Launch Date, Specs, Price and Latest News
2023 has begun, which is going to be another year for Samsung’s dominance in the global smartphone market. Samsung will launch Galaxy S23, S23 Plus, and S23 Ultra on February 1st, 2023, while, we are already getting information about them via leaks and rumors.
Through the Galaxy S23 Ultra leaks, we are sure that the device will be a hit for Samsung this year. The Galaxy S22 Ultra still remains the widely available beast in the Android market, however, its sequel will definitely snatch this crown as soon as it goes official.
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Leaks, rumors & news
In the recent past, tipsters revealed that the Galaxy S23 Ultra will have great night photography capabilities, like night vision. There is still confusion about the edges of the device as two sources are speculating less curved edges and flat panel.
A few days back, the promotional images of the Galaxy S22 Plus and Galaxy S23 Ultra leaked revealing design and key information. The Galaxy S23 Plus will have new camera design, inspired by S22 Ultra along with new signature colors such as Green and Pink.
Renders
Well-known tipster Onleaks revealed the design of Galaxy S23 Ultra along with other two handsets including the standard and Plus. Notably, the company is not bringing major design changes in the Ultra model and it looks quite similar to the Galaxy S22 Ultra.
We can see slight enhancements in the middle frame of S23 Ultra, which could improve the durability and display peak brightness by reducing curved edges. Compared to its predecessor, the Galaxy S23 Ultra has a less curved display and a thicker middle frame.
Specifications
200MP camera sensor will be biggest specs upgrade in Galaxy S23 Ultra, while, it will be equipped with latest hardware elements available in the market such as Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 processor. It will have quad-camera system with 200MP + 12MP + 10MP + 10MP on the back along with a 12MP selfie snapper.
The device will come pre-installed with Android 13-based One UI 5.1 software version and support 4 Android OS + 5 years of security updates. Under the hood, it packs a 5000mAh battery which supports fast charging up to 45W, however, you will be needing to purchase an adapter separately.
Galaxy S23 Ultra’s display is expected to expand to 6.8-inch, the same as its predecessor with features like extra brightness and always-on display. The screen will also support S Pen input alongside interactive functions such as Air Actions. And the storage options could include: 12GB RAM + 256/512/1TB.
Jan. 03// Tipster Ahmed Qwaider revealed the display size and refresh rate of the Galaxy S23 series devices. As per the input, the Galaxy S23 has a 6.1 inch display while the Galaxy S23 Plus display expands 6.6 inch with 48-120Hz refresh rate. The Galaxy S23 Ultra features 6.8-inch screens with 1-120Hz refresh rate.
Release Date
Various South Korean media outlets revealed that the Galaxy S23 series will be introduced in February 2023. Later, prominent leakers claimed that the company will be holding an in-person Galaxy Unpacked event in San Francisco on February 1st to unveil new flagship phones.
Software
Samsung introduced the Android 13-based One UI 5.0 iteration in October 2022, which may be succeeded by the One UI 5.1. The next One UI version will also be based on Android 13, while it could bring additional new features, user interface improvements and exclusive features for S23 series.
Price
The Galaxy S23 Ultra could come with a starting price tag of $1200, the same as its predecessor. However, the company will bring exciting offers, discounts and freebies (Samsung Credit, SmartThings Station, Buds 2 Pro) in initial purchases including pre-reservation and pre-orders.
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Samsung may launch its first tri-fold smartphone in 2025. Following the launch of Huawei Mate XT, industry sources and Korean media outlets reported that Honor will also be entering the tri-fold device market.
Recently, Korean leaker yeux1122 claimed that Samsung is developing the Galaxy Z Fold with a tri-fold screen, which is likely to release the device as early as 2025.
Unlike the Mate XT, Samsung’s tri-fold could use a dual inward-folding hinge. The different design approach will allow for an independent external screen.
This redesign will enhance the phone’s usability and multitasking capabilities. Notably, foldable displays generally work as both the main and cover screen.
This year, Samsung’s phone lineup has been relatively subdued. The company acknowledged that changes to its product lineup are gradual, but it has promised significant changes next year.
Other reports have made similar claims, stating that a three-screen Galaxy Fold is in development, suggesting Samsung is taking its foldable technology in a new direction.
The development of folding panels is advancing rapidly, with more vendors entering the competition. It seems Samsung may be preparing for a big leap forward in the foldable market.
Apart from this, the source pointed out that a Special Edition of the Galaxy Z Fold 7 is in development, and it is expected to launch alongside the standard Galaxy Z Fold 7.
Many significant upgrades from Samsung are anticipated in 2025, as it is also mentioned that the Galaxy Z Flip 7 FE will be released together with the Galaxy Z Flip 7.
Samsung Galaxy S25 will launch in early 2025 with new specifications including an improved display, new display, optimized battery life, new software features, and more. This standard Galaxy S25 offers different capabilities including the following.
Samsung Galaxy S25 Specifications
Design | Frame - Aluminum Front and Rear - Corning Gorilla Glass Victus 2 IP Rating - IP68 |
Dimensions | Height - 147mm Width - 70.6mm Depth - 7.6mm Weight - 168g (mmWave) / 167g (Sub6) |
Software | Android - 15 One UI - One UI 7 Future upgrades - 7 generations of OS upgrades and security updates |
Display | Size - 156.4mm (6.2" full rectangle) / 152.3mm (6.0" rounded corners) PPI - 418 PPI Resolution - 2340 x 1080 (FHD+) Panel - Dynamic AMOLED 2X Refresh rate - 1-120 Hz |
Chipset | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite for Galaxy (3nm) Qualcomm Oryon CPU Qualcomm Hexagon NPU Snapdragon X80 Modem-RF System Adreno GPU |
Memory | 8GB, 12GB RAM 128GB, 256GB, 512GB storage |
Rear Camera | Wide - 50 MP OIS F1.8, Adaptive Pixel, Optical Quality 2x Ultra Wide - 12 MP F2.2 Telephoto - 10 MP OIS F2.4 Flash - Yes Video - 8K at 30fps, 4k at 30/60fps Auto Focus, Optical Image Stabilization (OIS), |
Front Camera | 12MP Front Camera (F2.2, FOV 80-degree) |
Network | 2G GSM - GSM850, GSM900, DCS1800, PCS1900 3G - B1(2100), B2(1900), B4(AWS), B5(850), B8(900) 4G FDD LTE - B1(2100), B2(1900), B3(1800), B4(AWS), B5(850), B7(2600), B8(900), B12(700), B13(700), B14(700), B18(800), B19(800), B20(800), B25(1900), B26(850), B28(700), B29(700), B30(2300), B66(AWS-3), B71(600) 4G TDD LTE - B38(2600), B39(1900), B40(2300), B41(2500), B48(3600) SIM Slot Type - SIM 1 + eSIM / Dual eSIM 5G FDD Sub6 - N1(2100), N7(2600), N25(1900), N28(700), N66(AWS-3), N71(600) 5G TDD Sub6 - N257(28GHz), N258(26GHz), N260(39GHz), N261(28GHz) 5G TDD mmWave - N41(2500), N78(3500) |
Connectivity | Wi-Fi - Wi-Fi 7 USB - 3.2 Bluetooth - v6 Location Technology - GPS, Glonass, Beidou, Galileo Wi-Fi Direct - Yes NFC - Yes PC Sync - Smart Switch USB Interface - Type-C |
Battery | 4000mAh (supports 25W charging) |
Audio | Supported Formats - MP3, M4A, 3GA, AAC, OGG, OGA, WAV, AMR, AWB, FLAC, MID, MIDI, XMF, MXMF, IMY, RTTTL, RTX, OTA, DFF, DSF, APE |
Video | Supported Formats - MP4, M4V, 3GP, 3G2, AVI, FLV, MKV, WEBM Video Playback Resolution - up to UHD 8K at 60fps |
Colors | Moon Night Blue, Silver Shadow, Sparkling Blue, Sparkling Green, Coral Red, Pink Gold, Blue/Black |
Samsung Galaxy S25 CAD Render (Source – Androidheadlines)
Disclaimer: These Samsung Galaxy S25 specifications are gathered from leaks, rumors, and previous flagships. However, none of these cannot be confirmed as 100% accurate.
Samsung Galaxy S25 Price
Samsung Galaxy S25 5G should start at $800 in the United States. The price leaks and rumors aren’t out yet. However, the industry speculates a slight increase due to Qualcomm’s pricey 3nm Snapdragon 8 Elite processor.
Samsung Galaxy S25 Release Date
The Galaxy S25 series could be announced early next year. The company officially confirmed at its earnings call that the new Galaxy S will be released in the second half. You can expect the new flagships to be available by February 2025.
Galaxy S25 Ultra dummy leak reveals the nearly final design of Samsung’s next big flagship. After CAD renders, we now have a closer look at the refined new design of the Ultra flagship, which will give sleepless nights to Apple.
Onleaks posted a set of Galaxy S25 Ultra dummy models. The flagship can be seen with its refined design, which makes the corner slightly rounded. The Z Fold6-inspired camera rings also elevate the rear panel’s appearance, making it appealing.
There are three major changes in the body design of Samsung’s next Ultra flagship. The first is the frame, which is getting flatter like the iPhone. Second is rounded corners, that are not that rounded like S24/S25, and third is textured camera rings.
Notably, the dummy units don’t show a close look at the bezels. However, this aspect is expected to be improved over the previous generations. Minimal symmetrical bezels will present an appealing look on the phone’s front side.
The Galaxy S25 Ultra is slimmer than the Galaxy S24 Ultra. The S Pen compartment resists on the frame’s bottom, accompanied by the primary microphone, USB C-Type port, speaker grille, and SIM card tray.
The right side of the frame features volume adjustment buttons and a side key. The power button can be configured to trigger a digital assistant. The fingerprint scanner will be featured as an in-screen solution with faster and more reliable recognition.
Samsung is expected to unveil the Galaxy S25 series in late January next year.