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Samsung Galaxy S23 launched: Tiny flagship got some Ultra stuff!
The wait of finally over! Samsung has officially unveiled the Galaxy S23 series today. The company introduced three flagship smartphones while the standard model gets the most notable changes and upgrades in almost every aspect.
Samsung Galaxy S23 5G brings a major design overhaul, which looks even better with the new elegant color shades. It features the fastest Qualcomm processor worldwide, a larger battery, a brighter display, and the latest software to compete with other 2023’s flagship smartphones.
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| Specifications of Samsung Galaxy S23 | |
|---|---|
| Software | Google Android 13 with Samsung One UI 5.1 |
| Chip | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 for Galaxy (4nm) |
| Display | 6.1-inch Dynamic AMOLED 2X, 1080×2340 pixels, Infinity-O Edge display, 120 Hz, Gorilla Glass Victus 2, HDR10+, 422 ppi |
| RAM | 8GB RAM LPDDR5X |
| Storage | UFS 4.0 – 128GB / 256GB / 512GB |
| Rear Camera | Triple camera: 50 MP (main camera, f/1.8, 24mm, Dual Pixel PDAF, OIS); 12 MP (ultra wide angle, 120˚, f/2.4, 13mm, Super Steady video, OIS); 10 MP (telephoto, f/2.4, 70mm, PDAF, 3x optical zoom) |
| Front Camera | 12MP (f/2.2, 80°, 26mm, HDR10+) |
| Sensors | In-Display Fingerprint Sensor, Accelerometer, Barometer, Gyro Sensor, Proximity Sensor |
| Connectivity | Bluetooth 5.3, USB Type-C, NFC, Wi-Fi 6e |
| Cellular | 2G (GPRS/EDGE), 3G (UMTS), 4G (LTE), 5G |
| Satellites | GPS, GLONASS, Beidou, Galileo |
| Colors | Black, Cream, Green, Purple |
| Dimensions | 146.3 x 70.9 x 7.6 mm |
| Weight | 168 grams |
| Additional | IP68 rating, dual SIM (2x Nano + E-SIM), GPS, face recognition, stereo speakers, Dolby Atmos, Wireless PowerShare, DeX, child mode, data security: KNOX, ODE, EAS, MDM, VPN |
| Battery | 3900 mAh, 25 watts fast charging, 10 watts wireless |
| Availability | Pre-order starts today |
| Price | Price starts at $799.99 |
Most noteworthy upgrades
- Design
- Display
- Camera
- Custom Processor
- Battery and charging
- Software features and support
Design
Samsung has introduced a completely new design for the standard Galaxy S23 smartphone as it has removed the camera island we saw on the Galaxy S21 and Galaxy S22. The design now matches the Ultra model, featuring individual camera rings on the rear.
Display
The Galaxy S23 equips the same 6.1-inch Dynamic AMOLED 2X with a 120Hz refresh rate but the display is now brighter as it offers a peak brightness of 1750 nits, which is much higher compared to the S22’s 1300 nits.
On the other hand, this display is protected with the new Gorilla Glass Victus 2 which offers improved drop performance and durability on rough surfaces.
Camera
Samsung Galaxy S23 smartphone features a triple rear camera setup that includes a 50Mp Primary camera a 12MP Ultra wide-angle camera, and a 10MP 3x telephoto camera. Whereas, the front side has an upgraded 12MP shooter for selfies and video calls.
It is noteworthy that the company has significantly improved the Nightography of new Galaxy devices so that customers will not have to compromise even in a dark environment.
Custom Processor
The new flagship phone features Qualcomm’s fastest Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 processor. But it is not the usual processor! It is Galaxy S23 specific and is much better than the regular one. Also, the company has ditched Exynox this year, which means S23 buyers will be able to take advantage of the Snapdragon’s performance all over the globe.
Battery and charging
Battery and charging are other aspects the company has focused on while creating the standard Galaxy S23 smartphone. It equips a larger 3900 mAh that supports 25W wired fast charging and 15W wireless fast charging.
Software features and support
Samsung Galaxy S23 smartphone drives the Android 13-based One UI 5.1 software out of the box. The company ensures four major Android upgrades for the device in addition to five years of regular security patches.
Samsung revealed its Project Infinity, which aims to make your Galaxy devices safer against cyber threats. Android is vulnerable due to its open-source nature, making regular security updates necessary for your Galaxy phone’s security.
Project Infinity of Samsung is a classified operation, working on safeguarding Galaxy devices and users around the clock for safer operations. Samsung Newsroom has recently published a blog post, revealing insights from specialist meetings.
Cyber Threat Intelligence
Samsung’s Cyber Threat Intelligence (CTI) taskforce is a reconnaissance unit within Project Infinity along with the Red (RED), Blue (BLUE), and Purple (PURPLE) Teams, which go beyond lab conditions to identify real-world dangers.
- RED and BLUE perform proactive attack and defense functions, seeking out vulnerabilities and taking measures against them.
- PURPLE is a special operations unit that acts as both a sword and shield for specific critical areas.
It’s worth noting that Samsung has deployed RED, BLUE, and PURPLE teams in various countries including Vietnam, Poland, Ukraine and Brazil. CTI is dedicated to identifying potential threats and stopping hackers from taking control of your device.
“Once we spot these kinds of threats, we collaborate with developers and operators to lock everything down for preventing attacks,” said Ranger, a CTI member.
Samsung Security Updates
Earlier this year, Samsung announced it to support flagship Galaxy devices for seven years. The new policy applies to all flagship Galaxy devices launched after the Galaxy S24 series. It’s the longest software support offered by any mobile brand.
These updates mean customers can safely use their phones for longer. As cyber threats become more common than you think, security updates are much more crucial to safeguard your Galaxy from any potential threat of vulnerability.
Owners of select Samsung Smart TVs, monitors, The Premiere 7 & 9 projectors, or The Freestyle 2nd Gen can stream Call of Duty: Black Ops 6, Flight Simulator 2024 and hundreds of other games with Gaming Hub Xbox Game Pass.
Call of Duty: Black Ops 6 and Flight Simulator 2024 are two of the most popular games of 2024. Thanks to Samsung Gaming Hub, you don’t need to download any of the Xbox Game Pass titles, no meaning no storage required – just jump in and play.
The company has also built an engaging gameplay experience designed by fans, for fans through The Six, challenging players’ knowledge and providing another way to interact with the world of Call of Duty: Black Ops 6.
Notably, Samsung’s Gaming Hub is available on a variety of Samsung screens. It includes the AI-powered 2024 TV lineup, monitors, projectors, The Premiere, and The Freestyle 2nd Gen projector, offering instant access to console-free gaming.
Anyone with a Samsung Smart TV will be able to use their remote to jump in and play. This way, Gaming Hub provides a co-branded experience, giving Call of Duty fans another way to engage with the franchise they love.
For starters: The Six offers daily trivia where players can answer a series of six questions in competition with other players around the world. Correct answers with the fastest response time will achieve higher scores.
Samsung could launch the Galaxy ixi-O AI Phone next year. The company has collaborated with LG Uplus to develop a custom smartphone. The device is said to feature Galaxy AI and LG Uplus’s AI call assistant ixi-O.
Sources citing KEDGlobal revealed that Samsung and LG Uplus working together to develop the Galaxy ixi-O AI Phone. It’s a big development in the smartphone industry, while the handset is highly likely to be Korea-limited.
Samsung fans are well aware of the Galaxy AI feature suite. ixi-O is an AI-powered digital assistant developed by Korean carrier LG Uplus. The company plans to enter the smartphone market, featuring its own-developed AI assistant.
The report indicates that Samsung and LG Uplus’ ixi-O AI Phone will launch as early as next year. The development project focuses on crafting a “real AI phone” that goes beyond simply integrating AI assistant services into a smartphone.
ixi-O comes with useful features such as AI call answering, detecting voice phishing in real-time, recording and summarizing phone calls and converting voice conversation into text – all within an on-device environment.
Image: ixi-O AI | LG Uplus Newsroom
Based on specifications, the Galaxy ixi-O AI Phone will be based on a Galaxy phone available globally. The design will match with a global Galaxy smartphone, but the software may be tweaked as per the carrier’s requirements.
A custom Galaxy phone isn’t shocking or impossible in South Korea. Samsung releases Quantum, Buddy, and Jump-branded phones in the market. The company collaborates with Korean carriers to bring these devices to mainland Korea.
The carrier introduced an on-device AI-powered ixi-O assistant earlier this month. LG Uplus will initially target its consumer base for the new AI Phone. However, the AI Assistant may be expanded to a broader audience across Korea.