Samsung Galaxy S21 series officially launched with Snapdragon 888, S Pen, One UI 3.1, and less price
Samsung Galaxy S21 series officially launched with Snapdragon 888, S Pen, One UI 3.1, and less price
Samsung is taking a major step in the right direction in 2021, and the new Galaxy S21 will cost $200 less. The original model of the Galaxy S21 series is the Galaxy S21, starting price is $799, down from last year’s $999.
Despite the price reduction, it still provides a very complete product package. It is equipped with Snapdragon 888 processor, three rear cameras, and 5G, this time the smallest phone also includes mmWave.
The Galaxy S21+ has almost the same design, except for the larger display, which starts at $999. However, there is a big difference between these two phones. The S21+ has Samsung’s regular glass back cover, while the normal Galaxy S21 has matte plastic similar to the Galaxy S20 FE.
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Both phones are downgraded to 1080p displays – the S21 is 6.2 inches and the S21 + 6.7 inches, but with Samsung’s adaptive 120Hz display, the refresh rate can be adjusted to better suit the content and save battery. Both phones come with 8GB of RAM and lack microSD expansion. You will also see an IP68 waterproof performance, Qi wireless charging, Android 11 / One UI 3.1, and a larger battery.
In the camera department, Samsung Galaxy S21 and S21+ come with a 12MP sensor for the main wide-angle camera and auxiliary ultra-wide-angle camera, with a 120-degree field of view. However, the telephoto camera uses 64MP to create a 3x hybrid zoom. Samsung also offers 30x space zoom on both devices and has a 10MP selfie shooter in a punch-hole display.
On the other hand, Samsung also has the Galaxy S21 Ultra, which is the top flagship of this year. It has the same key specifications, the Snapdragon 888, no microSD slot, adaptive 120Hz, and ultrasonic fingerprint scanner. The S21 Ultra has 12GB of RAM, as well as a top model with 16GB of RAM and 512GB of storage space.
The Galaxy S21 Ultra features a 6.8-inch QHD + curved display, which uses the new Eye Comfort Shield like the S21 and S21+. This new technology is designed to reduce harmful blue light at any time (not only at night) without damaging your eyes.
Samsung’s display on the Galaxy S21 Ultra can also reach a peak brightness of 1,500 nits. The center punch-hole display features a 40MP selfie camera upgrade.
Talking about cameras, the main camera of the Galaxy S21 Ultra is a 108MP sensor with the same laser autofocus system that we found on the Galaxy Note 20 Ultra. There is a 12MP camera for ultra-wide-angle shooting and two 10MP sensors for zooming. The first is a 3x optical zoom lens, and the second is a 10x zoom.
In combination, Samsung can use them to achieve 100x “space zoom”, which should be able to see the higher quality this time than last year’s S20 Ultra mid-level display. Samsung reported that users can shoot at 4k/60fps on the Galaxy S21 Ultra for every lens (even a selfie camera). In professional mode, photos also have a new 12-bit RAW option.
Samsung also gave S Pen support to the Galaxy S21 Ultra, the first support of the Galaxy S series. However, unlike the Galaxy Note series, the Ultra does not have a dedicated slot to store the S Pen in the phone. Samsung will sell the stylus pen with cases that can store the stylus.
The regular Galaxy S21 will come in Phantom Violet, Phantom Gray, Phantom Pink, and Phantom White, while the Galaxy S 21+ will come in Phantom Violet, Phantom Black, and Phantom Silver. The Galaxy S21 Ultra will use Phantom Silver and Phantom Black.
The Samsung Galaxy S21 series will be launched in the US on 29 January, pre-orders will start on 14 January. The basic model is priced at $799, while the S21+ is priced at $999, and the S21 Ultra is priced at $1,199.
Pre-order offers include Samsung.com’s $100, $150, or $200 credit and free Galaxy Smart tag. Trade discounts can also save up to $700.
Huawei is going to bring the world’s first smartwatch with a satellite network feature on March 23. Reliable Huawei blog Huawei Central reports that the Huawei Watch Ultimate introduces the satellite SMS feature, while Samsung is waiting until it gets mature.
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The Chinese phone maker first introduced the Mate 50 with satellite connectivity feature. With its next flagship products, the company is reportedly bringing the 2nd iteration of satellite SMS feature with further refinements and upgraded capabilities.
The Galaxy S23 series lacks satellite connectivity feature and Samsung CEO said that the company believes it’s not a demanding feature. The technology is in its initial stage, and we will wait until it gets mature before pumping into Galaxy products.
On the flip side, Huawei just kills Samsung with brigning the world’s first smartwatch that talks to satellites in the space. As the tech is in developing stage, it’s expected that the Watch Ultimate could let users send and recieve SMS through satellite network.
In reality, satellite network is not an important feature, but it already saved life of consumers in emergency situations. In case your device is not connected to internet services, satellite network would become a life saving feature for yourself.
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Chinese vendors are expanding their footsteps in technolgy, while Samsung is still confused finalyzing its products portfolio. The Galaxy Watch 4’s Classic branding was replaced with Galaxy Watch 5’s Pro branding and Samsung is bringing back the Classic name tag and physical rotating bezel with Watch 6.
Samsung brings premium smartwatches with futuristic features and health tracking functions in both Bluetooth and LTE connectivity. However, Huawei is going to set example in the wearable market with bringing satellite support on a tiny smartwatch. Rumors are there that Huawei is woking on Watch 4 as well.
Samsung India officially launched two new mid-range smartphones – Galaxy A54 and Galaxy A34 and revealed their price and availability in the country. The devices were originally introduced in global markets on March 15.
Price and availability –
The company is offering Graphite, Lime, Violet, and White color options for Galaxy A54 and Graphite, Lime, Violet, and Silver color options for Galaxy A34.
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Interested customers can purchase new smartphones from Samsung’s official website, Amazon, Flipkart, and other authorized retailers starting March 28. You can also pre-reserve them starting today to March 27 and get special offers.
The company is giving INR 3,000 cashback when purchasing phones through eligible bank debit and credit cards. Also, you can get the Galaxy Buds Live worth INR 5,999 for just INR 999 while buying any of the Galaxy A34 or A54 models in India.
The original price of Samsung Galaxy A34 and Galaxy A54 in India is –
Galaxy A54
- 8GB + 128GB – INR 38,999
- 8GB + 256GB – INR 40,999
Galaxy A34
- 8GB + 128GB – INR 30,999
- 8GB + 256GB – INR 32,999
Galaxy A54 Specs:
The all-new Samsung Galaxy A54 5G offers a 6.4-inch FHD+ Super AMOLED Display with a 120Hz refresh rate and Vision booster feature. It equips an octa-core Exynos 1380 chipset and a massive 5000 mAh battery with 25W fast charging support.
Samsung says that the Galaxy A54 offers stunning day and night photography. It features a 50MP Main Camera (F1.8, AF, OIS), a 12MP Ultra-Wide Camera (F2.2, FF), and 5MP Macro Camera (F2.4, FF). On the front, it has a 32MP Selfie Camera (F2.2).
Moreover, the device runs the latest Android 13-based One UI 5.1 software and offers four major Android OS and five years of security updates support. Know more about Galaxy A54.
Galaxy A34 Specs:
The Samsung Galaxy A34 5G is a slightly cheaper model of the series. It sports a larger 6.6-inch Super AMOLED 120Hz display with Full HD+ resolution and supports the Vision booster feature. Under the hood, it has a 6nm MediaTek Dimensity 1080 processor and a 5000 mAh battery that supports 25W fast charging.
For photography, the company has installed a triple rear camera setup including 48MP primary camera (F1.8, AF, OIS), an 8MP ultra-wide angle camera (F2.2, FF), and a 5MP macro camera (F2.4, FF). The other side has a 13MP selfie shooter (F2.2, FF).
Furthermore, Galaxy A34 comes pre-installed with Android 13-based One UI 5.1 software. Similar to the A54, it will also provide 4 major Android OS upgrades and 5 years of security patches. Know more about Galaxy A34.
Amid “fake” Moon controversy, Samsung shared an explanation of the AI-powered Moon photo detection system it has used since the Galaxy S21. The company also revealed that users can take a natural shot of the Moon by turning off the Scene Optimizer feature.
Starting the Galaxy S21 series, Samsung applied the AI-based Scene Optimizer feature in the Galaxy Camera app. Using deep learning and AI, this feature upscales the Moon shot and adds further details with processing to deliver a crispy and vibrant shot in Space Zoom.
“Samsung continues to improve Scene Optimizer to reduce any potential confusion that may occur between the act of taking a picture of the real moon and an image of the moon.” Said Samsung.
The Korean tech giant explains, if you have Scene Optimizer turned on, AI detects when you’re taking a clear photo of the Moon at 25X zoom or above. As soon as the camera detects the Moon, the technology lowers the brightness, and captures multiple frames (to produce a bright, low-noise picture).
Later, the AI-based feature uses a neural network to enhance the detail using a high-resolution reference image for comparison. The company also cited that the feature will not work if you either take a snapshot of the obscured Moon or use an image that clearly wasn’t taken on Earth.
“If users wish to take a picture without the support of AI, users can easily deactivate Scene Optimizer by heading to: Camera → Camera Settings → Scene Optimizer → Off“
Samsung may have felt explanation necessary during huge fake criticism of its pro-grade camera technology. A Reddit user shared his experience of experimenting with Moon shot using a Galaxy smartphone, which created critical controversy against Samsung.
With Scene Optimizer turned on, the Reddit user took a shot of a download and blurred image of the Moon, displayed on the monitor. The feature detected the appearance of the Moon and added details and sharpness to the shot to make it crispy as it does in real shots.
Naturally, anyone will call this kind of experience cheating but the reality is that Samsung revealed this technology after the release of the Galaxy S21 series. AI and machine learning technologies are being used in almost all aspects of the tech industry, and if a camera using it, it should not be any controversy.
Samsung AI deep learning for Moon detection:
The Brightness Control Process:
