Samsung has released its new S23 series of phones, which includes the S23, S23 Plus and S23 Ultra, on February 1st, 2023. These phones have a similar design and shape to last year’s models, but with a few updates. The color options for these phones are phantom black, green, lavender, and cream.
The S23 and S23 Plus are identical in shape and design, with the main differences being their size and battery size. The S23 has a 6.1-inch 1080p OLED display and a 3900mAh battery, while the S23 Plus has a 6.6-inch 1080p OLED display and a 4700mAh battery. The S23 Plus also has faster wired charging and higher base storage, with 256GB compared to 128GB on the S23.
The chip in these phones has been updated to the Snapdragon 8 Gen 2, which Samsung is calling the Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 for Galaxy. However, this chip is not expected to be much different from other phones with the Snapdragon 8 Gen 2, as it only has a slightly higher max clock speed.
The camera systems in these phones have also been refreshed, with a 50 megapixel main camera, a 12 megapixel ultra-wide camera, and a 3X telephoto camera. The images taken with these cameras look promising in bright lighting, but there is some shutter lag present, which may be an issue for fast-moving objects. The selfie camera has also been updated to 12 megapixels.
The Galaxy S23 Ultra boasts a 6.8 inch screen and a mostly rectangular design. The screen’s sides are slightly less curved compared to the previous ultra model, but Samsung says this change has been made to give users a more usable screen space. The device is covered in Invictus 2 Gorilla Glass, a durable material that is also environmentally friendly as it includes recycled materials. The S23 Ultra comes in four color options, Phantom Black, Cream Lavender, Green, and Green is the new signature color.
The device has a 120 Hertz refresh rate and QHD resolution, as well as an improved peak brightness of up to 1750 nits. The front-facing camera has been updated to a 12-megapixel camera, which uses a larger sensor to produce clearer and brighter pictures. The main rear camera of the S23 Ultra has been the highlight of the launch and it is capable of taking super sharp pictures thanks to a new ISO cell sensor. The device defaults to shooting 12-megapixel pictures but is capable of shooting up to 200 megapixels. The best and most clear images were seen when shooting in 12-megapixels.
Overall, the S23 line represents an incremental upgrade from its predecessor, featuring upgraded chips and cameras. The phones can be pre-ordered through major carriers and directly through Samsung’s website.
