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Wade from TechDaily discusses the perception versus reality of Samsung's smartphone sales, noting that while the flagship S23 is highly advanced, it is the A series budget and mid-tier devices that dominate global sales. The S23, despite its impressive specs like the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 processor and 8GB of RAM, faces criticism for its high cost and minimal annual updates. Noteworthy features include its compact 6.1-inch Dynamic AMOLED display, dual speakers, superior battery optimization, and camera setup, although most of these have seen only modest improvements from the S22. The lack of extended software support compared to competitors like Apple and limited rapid charging capabilities also detract from its appeal. Wade points out that AI enhancements, such as in moon shot photography, are interesting but not groundbreaking enough to justify an upgrade from the S22. The video concludes with Wade promoting the budget-friendly carrier Tello, highlighting its various features and high customer satisfaction.
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In this part of the video, Wade from TechDaily explores the misconception that Samsung’s latest flagship, the S23, is the best-selling phone. Contrary to popular belief, the regular S series smartphones haven’t made it to the top-10 best-selling list, whereas Samsung’s A series budget and mid-tier devices are consistently top-sellers globally. Wade discusses why the S23 might be less popular, suggesting that its high price and minimal changes in recent years could be factors, despite it being a device with great features. He invites viewers to share their recent Samsung purchases in the comments. Additionally, Wade promotes Tello, a wireless carrier offering flexible and affordable phone plans, highlighting its benefits such as nationwide 4G LTE and 5G coverage, free hotspot, Wi-Fi calling, and international calls without extra fees or commitments. He mentions Tello’s high customer satisfaction and compatibility with most GSM or unlocked devices.
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In this part of the video, the speaker reviews a 6.1-inch smartphone model by discussing its compact size and ease of use, contrasting it with larger devices. The design closely resembles previous models with slight refinements, featuring a clean look, frosted glass back, and aluminum frame. The phone offers limited color choices, and retains traditional features like a SIM card tray, lacking a headphone jack and expandable storage. The display, a 6.1-inch Dynamic AMOLED, boasts improved brightness but maintains a 1080p resolution and 120Hz refresh rate, providing a sharp and vibrant viewing experience. Despite iterative updates, the phone remains fast and responsive, though other devices offer higher specs and resolutions.
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In this part of the video, the presenter discusses the Samsung S23’s dual speaker setup and wishes Samsung would commit to two full-sized dedicated speakers. They move on to specs and performance, highlighting the fast speeds due to the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 processor and 8GB of RAM. They praise the phone’s responsiveness and optimization, attributing part of this to Android 13 and Samsung’s One UI 5.1. The presenter notes that Samsung’s software has become more streamlined, comparable to Google’s Pixel software. The primary concern raised is the longevity of support, with Samsung offering 4 major updates and an additional year of security patches. However, this still pales in comparison to Apple’s long-term support. The lack of extended support is cited as a reason Samsung struggles to retain customers, as people are keeping their phones longer and would prefer better support for older devices.
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In this part of the video, the speaker discusses the battery and camera performance of the Samsung S23. The S23’s battery, slightly larger at 3900mAh, offers notable improvements in screen-on time thanks to better optimization by OneUi and Android, despite having a smaller size battery typical for small phones. However, the phone supports only up to 25W wired charging, unlike its Plus and Ultra variants which support 45W, and Samsung does not include a charging brick in the box or provide adequate charging information to users.
Regarding cameras, the S23 retains almost the same camera hardware as the S22, including a 50MP main lens, a 10MP telephoto lens, and a 12MP ultra-wide lens, with only minor improvements in image quality, particularly in low light situations due to the Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 chip. The speaker notes that owners of the S22 are not missing out on much in terms of camera upgrades if they do not switch to the S23. Additionally, there is a brief mention of Samsung’s controversial moon photos, suggesting the S23 Ultra may also use AI enhancements for these images.
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In this part of the video, the speaker critiques the Samsung S23’s camera functionality, particularly the moon shot feature, suggesting that the phone uses image masking to enhance photos artificially. The speaker describes the S23 as a solid device with a sleek design, powerful performance, and an impressive display but notes that it offers minimal improvements over the previous year’s model. The high price point, especially compared to last year’s model and more affordable A-series options, makes the S23 a tough sell. The speaker concludes by inviting viewers to share their opinions in the comments and encourages them to follow and subscribe to their TechDaily channels.