Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra - 1 Week REVIEW!
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- čas přidán 31. 05. 2024
- Is the Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra worth buying? I test the camera, AI, gaming & more to find out!
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00:00 72 Hours Later...
00:25 Same Old Design?
01:37 Outdoor Screen Test
02:30 Is it Faster?
03:26 Selfie Video
04:20 Camera & Zoom
06:45 Video
09:02 Shutter Speeeeed!
09:56 Ai Ai Ai
12:44 My Thoughts...
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Hey Chaps! Are you tempted to upgrade?
CORRECTION 1: Sony Xperia offered 4k120 first
CORRECTION 2: I missed that I had scene optimizer on for the S23. I re-tested today, the S24 is still noticeably faster.
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Nice and good quality of Samsung S24 Ultra
Yep just ordered the s24 ultra which has great trade in free galaxy watch 6 and double memory for free,what's not to like 👍
Hi Tom! Please help me out. Can you shoot at 4k 60fps 10 bit/hdr with switching between all the rear lenses or is it just a feature for the iphone 15 pro? I know about the google pixel 7 and 7 pro could do it in 4k 60p 8bit with lens switching but not in hdr or 10 bit. Can the new google pixel 8 pro do it and also the s24 ultra and s24 range like the newest pro iphones? And is the new s24 ultras screen 10bit, couse ive read only the iphones had 10 bit displays, neither the pixel 8 and 8 pro. Which is true from these all? Thanks in advance!
Hi Tom, just would like to point out that @8:58 Sony Xperia 1V was the first phone to have 4K HDR 120fps (and is still the only phone that can play it back in native resolution).
You're a UK CZcamsr, why not provide a buying link to the UK site?
Why is no one talking about the screen reflections being basically gone? It is insane.
Yeah, that is one of the most noticeable differences. Massive step forward there.
True to this but display vibrancy tuned down as well
what about PWM? has it gone down too?@@bacsrm6897
He did speak about it?
he talked about it at 1:05 and 1:48
I've placed an order for the S24 Ultra 512GB; this will be my first Samsung device since the S7 Edge in 2015. Since then, I've used the Nexus 6P, OnePlus 5, 7 Pro and 9ro till now. Recently, I decided to leave OnePlus because they have been banned from Germany due to a patent conflict with Nokia. I briefly owned the Pixel 8 Pro but returned it due to poor battery performance. After nearly 9 years, I am thrilled to be getting my hands on a Samsung phone again.
I appreciate the freedom Android offers.
Crazy, same, except i owned Oppo
S24 ultra having lumia style
Haha same here, I'm fully happy with Huawei but due to the Google service restrictions I'm now pending between the Glaxy S24+/ultra or the dark side: Iphone 15 pro 😂
I wish that they just release the S24+ with SD8 and don't force us to buy the ultra for it, at least in Germany...
@@mauriceniemann228just wait for the reviews of Exynos 2400, maybe they can get closer this time.
Great but why do you write this under every review?
Selfie camera noticably better. Less blown out and seems to do a much better job overall with the light. Also the microphone seems better at picking up the sound.
Ikr, it's quite detailed too. The s24U seems to generally be less exposed and more balanced so that's nice to see. Love the portrait shots & lowlight too
You will realise the Samsung selfie is poor. When you compare it to a better selfie camera phone iPhone 15. On Samsung removes the reds and makes you more yellow and sickly.
@tmifb9926 It really doesn't look poor like AT ALL and most of us don't really care about iPhones anyway bc we're not in the market for one. The day I get locked on iOS is the day I become a flying witch or something. So probably never.
Does the natural display setting give an accurate color rendition as opposed to vivid mode?
@@tmifb9926 to me, the selfie photos have been better on the Samsung, it marginally preserves better detail and a slightly shallower depth of field
I've had my Galaxy S20 since release. No scratches, niches, or cracks (probably thanks to the Slim Otterbox case). Battery life still going strong. I've had no reason to upgrade until now. I'm in love with the new the design. Really like the flat trim to trim glass design. It is very aesthetic. I'm also excited to try the new cameras with the new AI technology. I've probably taken thousands of photos for drawing references with my S20, so upgraded camera is huge plus for me.
welcome to the club, I'm also switching over from the regular S20!
Old boy did its job long enough haha
I have over 47'000 Nature Pictures on my Note 10plus that I edit in Lightroom😅😁
I wish I could buy a 2TB option or one with SD-Card Upgrade.
Also still on S20 but battery life is shot. 2-3 battery cycles everyday now. All good otherwise!
Exynos or snapdragon?
@blizzardstone7803 the S24 Ultra? I belive they come with the Snapdragon only worldwide
The curved display does look better from the front, but there is something about seeing thin bezels the same all the way across that hits better.
i am in the other camp i always thought the flat screens looked better and more slick then any of the curved screens on phones from a pure ascetic stand point
“Titanium is only applied on the device frame. Frame does not include volume and side keys.” 😂
Not to me. Too much bezel on the new one
@@deanta14yes, it looked more visible than the s22. Shame tho because those chinese phone already had edge to edge display
I check the S24 Ultra earlier today and didn't like it. The bezels are something you can't get behind. The S23 Ultra is better looking
I pre ordered the unlocked 1tb titanium black. I'm still using my S21 Ultra 512 because I didn't feel the 22 and 23 were a big enough upgrade. After working as a tech in the mobile phone industry for almost 30 years I have become rather jaded with the new "upgrades" coming out every year.
I hear you. The "upgrades" are usually almost impossible to even notice in real world. I have the S22+ and was fine with it until I tripped on a cobblestone Boston street last week, phone went flying and managed to crack upper right corner of screen even with case on. So did research and pre ordered S24 Ultra black. Was a little concerned about it being too big and I'm not a huge fan of the squared off sharp corners, but held S23 Ultra and didn't seem overly huge, and hopefully a case will smooth out those sharp right angle corners.
Wait another 3 years for a worthwhile upgrade
@@JimmyJenkinJohnson possibly 4
The S23 was night and day difference, what do you mean 🙃
I ordered the same black 1TB S24U. I'm coming from a Note 20U. I know it should be a huge upgrade. No SD card slot but I'm ready to move on.
Yes, I did enjoy your review. Good comparisons, giving honest opinions, and doing it efficiently. All reviewers can learn from you.
Glad it was helpful!
The BEST review so far! Thanks! Pre-ordered S24U Titanium Grey 1TB :)
Thanks for confirming the less vibrant display of the S24 Ultra, old man @BooredAtWork needs an eye test 😂
It is subtle - but good eye 😉
yes, even when I went to get a hands on here at Samsung Opera House, I felt it was less vibrant even compared to my s21 fe..i was checking whether vivid mode was on or off, but now I know it for sure atleast😅
The white balance wasn't equal on both devices
@@ThetechchapI also noticed
is this fixable from software update?
Coming from the old Note 20 ultra i am excited for this upgrade. Looks like a great phone! Ive read online that the battery on the s24 ultra is way better too!! Even lasts longer than the latest iPhones! Im excited!
🤣🤣
That is a huge upgrade. You will notice a huge improvement to the S24U (or even the S23U).
For me upgrade from Note 8. Hopefully I will not regret
@@Gurenn83 awesome yes I'm assuming so for sure. I generally loved the note 20 ultra except the battery life wasn't as good as it could be and it's sometimes slugging and not as bright outdoors when im driving (use it often for gps). So yeah hence I'm REALLY looking forward to the S24 utlra. I almost at one point was gonna go for s23 ultra but now I'm REALLY glad I waited to get an even much BETTER and IMPROVED S model. Yay!
Yeah my note 20 ultra is shot, have to charge a specific way, is broke because otterbox sucks... phone is strong, but starting to feel dated... paid off what I owed on it and upgraded, super excited
I'm upgrading from an S10+... I went to one of the launch events and I'm very excited to be making the leap.
me too,,,preorder it already
Same here, I have the s10 currently
I just preordered and upgrading from an S10+ as well! 5 generation leap! Can't wait to get it
Same here. Still have the Galaxy 10+
Hope to see big difference in the camera using social media.
S9 still rocking!
Wow soon as your video started I can actually see the difference in the bezel only for the bottom of the phones😯 they actually made it even smaller
I have it pre ordered, upgrading from an S20 Ultra. My S20 Ultra camera depth sensor is having problems. Probably 70% of my pictures are now blurred. Originally the pictures were fantastic, retired my DSLR. However, I've broken back out the DLSR to capture pivotal moments in our lives. So the update was due. I preferred to have my phone for 1 more year, but it's been almost 4 years, and I've gotten my money worth. I would probably say skip I you're upgrading from a S22 or newer.
I ordered the S4 ultra in titanium violent 💜 which arrives on Wednesday. I felt it was worth the upgrade for me as I'm upgrading from the S20 ultra. So far I'm impressed and I feel that I'll be very happy with this phone. I have reasonable expectations of its capabilities so don't think I'll be disappointed.
💜
Where'd you order from that you're getting it so fast? 😮
Titanium Violent will be epic
Cooool💪🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥
@@misterjsgirl1031samsung but I think it's to late now
The one thing that stood out to me in this video is, my goodness, that Guinness looks damn amazing. What a perfect pour that is. Man I miss Europe and Asia -- yes even Asia had outstanding Guinness (specifically Japan). Here in the states, it's just not the same. Great video, Tom. This was a helpful comparison with the old phone.
Amazing and thorough video as always - basically all you need to know in order to decide whether or not to buy. Thank you! Looking forward for the next ones to come.
Great review. Wish other were as detailed about the camera as you
The video on front and back look REALLY GOOD!!🔥 Samsung really improved!
Looks like a decent device with a few nice upgrades. I obviously won't be upgrading from my S23 Ultra, especially as most of the AI features are supposed to be coming to it, but for someone with a 2 or 3 year old phone it's worth considering
4k 60 fps u can't zoom in with the s23 ultra u gotta bum phone bro upgrade
Dp not uppgrade. S23 is the same.. dont be brainwashed
@@michaelbmw1931 s 23 is NOT the same dweeb, your the one whose brainwashing into keeping old products cuz ur too POOR to buy the new ones
The s24 has a better selfie camera
Can zoom in and out of 4k 60fps video
Better battery life
Better display
NO REFLECTIVE SCREEN
flat screen
Better chip
Better CPU
Better audio
0 SHUTTER LAG like come on dude I could go on and on why the s24 a worthy upgrade to the 23 broke 🤡 next 😈💅
Let people do what they want. Pretty cringe people saying don't upgrade, it's your money
Yeap, me too I ain't upgrading from my S23 Ultra to the S24 ultra, I will wait for next year.
Getting mine in 4 days. Looking forward to do my real world camera test ❤
That 5x zoom is doing pretty well. And the processing seems good. I'm really tempted because it's 100% flat now (i'm on S22U) and the chin bezel is finally symmetrical with the others. Also, it seems they copied iPhone AOD but made it even better. Would be nice if you could cover that since i saw it on a Korean review.
When the software update pushes out on Tuesday,would love to see the improvements!
So glad you looked at the shutter lag specifically and in such detail! Thanks 🙏
Thanks for the detailed and real-time hands on review, definitely most helpful! We get to see it and the comparison does indeed give us some ideas and differences of improvements or changes.
I do wonder about the Live Assist, I already heard a few things about it but wonder how accurate or good it can withstand on chip vs on chip and cloud support. I think it is a game changer if the basics are done right, especially with so many tourists in London, can definitely see results if it really worked well (I.e interpreter)
Thanks again for sharing this detailed video and review
Love your videos CHAP😊
I have the S21 Ultra. My only ... only issue is the curve screen. A dome glass and a otterbox doesn't prevent the screen from getting cracked on minor drops. I dropped it on tile floor ~4 ft drop. Have a dark crack along the bottom corner of the S21 ultra.
My Galaxy S21 Ultra has always had a Supcase UB Pro case. I've dropped it several times/year! No damage ever! Best phone and case combo! I've ordered (2) new cases for my Galaxy S24 Ultra in Jade Green. (1) case is a darker Guldan color and (1) is crystal clear (to show off the exclusive color). Check them out! 😉👌
Thank you! My S9 is still going strong. This however is great information to consider especially as I use my phone for work
Great review. Just preordered one today. I’m excited to get my hands on it!
Excellent video. Thanks for the detail. Never liked curved screens so I've made the jump. The pre order price in the UK was good or at least I thought it was. £600 for the s23 ultra. Free watch 6 and strap. Free case and screen protector and another £50 off. So £411 for the 512gb version.
Hi how did you get the free screen protector and the case with this?
@@harshavardhansingh9936 you had to pre register for the launch event. They emailed a code £50 off, free case and screen protector. If you go to Hotukdeals and search for s24 ultra you might find someone giving one away they don't want
I'm interested to know too 🤔😅 @markmahood3093 @@harshavardhansingh9936
@harshavardhansingh9936 they were only available with the discount codes (the £50 ones if you signed for it beforehand). I got the same. They had really good discounts this year to be honest (UK)
Yh I'm in the UK too and also signed up a few weeks back. I received the code but I don't see anything about free cases or screen protectors! 🤔
Thanks so much for the video. With all do respect, when you were using the phones front facing camera and stated that you could not see much of a difference, I was very surprised, because the difference is visible especially when you heard the bell ring and moved the phone towards the bell tower. The photo/ video of S24 Ultra is much more clean, crisp, clear and the lines of the object(s) are more detailed, visible and more defined, and just in case anyone claims I am biased I own an iPhone 15 pro.
Well he was dual wielding phones while actually turning in that moment. Note that the comment about not seeing the differences was real time while he was looking at 2 (small) screens and Big Ben at the same time lol. I'm sure he like everyone else noticed the difference in post
Awesome as always. Is there any chance you put screen protector and give us an update if reflection get worst? I wanna know if anti reflection works with screen protectors? Thanks in advance
Great , great videos! I had to subscribe ❤
Preordered the titanium green 1tb. Cant wait
Wow that zoom lens transitions are smoooth
That’s what sold me, I have the S22U and the transitions are so choppy.
Awesome review! fun, direct and professional! Now I want to visit London!
Do you have also graphic issues in the samsung weather app? Especially when it shows the weather in the night and you look closely while scrolling the display shows kind of squares. Do you have the same thing? I think it's a software problem. And how about the power button is it tight at your device or does it have play and shakes a bit by touching? Thank you very much. Greetings Mark
Well, I'm currently using a Note 20 Ultra and after watching this video I'm convinced that the S24 is my next phone, whenever I'm planning to change. The Note is still super fast and fluid and is showing no signs of ageing so I'm gonna stick with it for another year or two. But the S24 seems like a huge upgrade over the Note, especially when it comes to zoom shots. Man, those zoom shots are simply the best in the entire mobile phone industry! But for someone who is using an S23, they should probably wait for the S25 or something.
Say goodbye to the sd card slot.. :')
I'm in the same boat, but I'm keeping my n20u for some more time.
I'm letting go my Note 20 ultra, everything is great but my battery isn't lasting how it did which it is normal
Someone who’s using S22 or S23 should still be good. Most of these yearly updates are incremental. The Note 20 Ultra will only get security patches until some time in 2025. Right now, the trade-in deal is really enticing: $600 trade-in, discounted price, free storage upgrade, and $150 credit. Even though I will miss the SD card slot, 512GB will be enough for a while. Also, my battery doesn’t seem great. Switching over from 4500 mAh battery to the S24 Ultra 5,000 mAh will extend my use.
@@Sneaks-Geek just replace the battery for 50$...
I'm currently using n20u too. It's still very good but the camera is poor compare to the newest model. I just pre ordered the s24u. But definitely won't get rid of my beloved n20u. I will be using this as my 2nd phone.
I'm on the s22 ultra and I've been waiting for an upgrade with a flat screen, so this looks nice. I pre ordered with Samsung and they are giving me $850 for a trade in value, which is almost half off, so it's an easy choice for me.
850$ for your s22U ?
You are lucky
In Belgium they are taking the S23U with 1To for 463€ 🥹
Excellent review!
Thank you very much for this honest and fair video. The comparisons are very well done, and they are true. You are great :)
My observations are: selfie camera is better it's not blown out. The 5x is a lot better than the 10x that we have before not overexposed and not shaky when zooming in. And the zooming in and out on 4k60 is super smooth! The shutter lag is gone now, and I love the 4k120 option finally a better slow motion!! Also it helps shooting outdoors with a 2600 peak brightness and the anti reflective coating on the glass! And its a lot better editing now with the flat display. We can also do a dual recording on the back camera which wasn't show BTW and not just the directors view which is front and back. Only people who will say that nothing changed is the people who thinks a newer look is CHANGE. Lol. The phone already looks amazing it's what's under the hood that's Important.
Yes, agree. When zooming in on the clock in video mode you can see much better the stabilization is on the S24, S23 much shaker. I have a S22 U & always note it's difficult to keep the camera steady when zooming way in. The S24 seems to improve greatly. And my biggest complaint about S22 is the camera over exposes photos, esp. at night and this seems to have much better color and doesn't brighten as much, (even if video is against S23 U).
Between camera updates, brighter less reflective screen, more durable titanium frame, it seems like a good update. Also, the processor seems like a big leap not many are talking about. Seems like it can finally go toe to toe with Apple & even out speeds in some real life usage videos I see. Not to mention big improvement in battery life & efficiency which should improve in a week or so. I only hope the speaker has improved as well. But I'm pre-ordering an S24, looking forward to it. Sick of all the S23 users bitching, phones are incremental updates now.
They changed the 512 GB s24u from last version's 12GB of RAM to 8 GB of RAM😂
The 5X definitely seems more capable than the previous 10x on S23U. I was also very impressed at the zooming in with no shaking. Honestly it's quite wild how good phones got these days with their camera. For everyday stuff and even amateur this is perfect
@@77surefire I'm an s23 ultra user and I can see all the s23 ultra users complaining lol they don't realize that this is a huge upgrade lol. The new titanium frame, the flat display, the smaller selfie ring, the 2600 peak brightness, the anti reflective coating, the better microphone, better battery life, newer and more powerful/efficient chip, faster read/write speed, the newer isp, the 5x lens that can take portrait photos as opposed to the old 10x lens, the 5x is more stable, less shaky, not so noisy, can shoot 8k and portrait mode which the old 10x does not. The 4k120 for slow motion, the ai features like call assist, filling in crops, removing and moving people etc. And a lot more! And it's just the pre release software! It's a huge upgrade the problem is the reviewers aren't doing a better job reviewing. I research a lot and watch a lot of reviews and most of them are heavy on apple.
Yea I often use the S-Pen to Edit Photos in Lightroom and always have to turn the phone or zoom out if I edit on the edge of the Picture/Phone Screen :P
If ever S23 Ultra later gets many of the AI functions that the s24 has then i don't really see any point to upgrade from an S23 Ultra. It's still a great mobile.
I admit 23 ultra is really good phone, but i don't think samsung will push those ai features on 23ultra
@takii_kun they confirmed they're bringing AI to older phones
@@Ridku13when ? Because I have S23 Ultra.
@@Ridku13 if that happens, s23 ultra after price cut will better a option
@@andywidyapratamasantoso they said it on their conference. It's coming in the first half of 2024 to S23 devices, the Flip and Fold 5
I think I saw you around Big Ben last week! You seemed so busy too:))
Thanks for the great info in your review. I have an S21 Ultra and bought a Nothing Phone2 6 months ago but I decided to go for the S24 Ultra 1TB which hopefully will arrive this week on Thursday or Friday. I like to take pictures with my phone and a lot of the AI features look interesting but with the S24 I can finally do a lot more with regard to productivity for my job, things that with the S21 Ultra or with the Nothing Phone2 you can do but you have to do it through third party apps while here it is all included under the umbrella of the Samsung AI. I think this smartphone will be a lot of fun!
Just ordered my upgrade to the 24U coming from the S21U. Can't wait for its arrival!
Me too❤so much people come from s21 ultra......now is big chances...and i hate the curved for years
S21U here too. Can't wait@@afrostylarin4590
ive had the s20 for 3 years now, i think its time for a upgrade and s24 ultra looks lovely😍❤
Definitely 3 years minimum to upgrade, you will see more of a dramatic upgrade
My S24U arrives today. A lot seems to be made of the RRP but I've never seen Samsung sell anything at RRP. We got two S24U for £1650 total after trading in two old phones and applying all the discounts. For that money, for a 7 year phone, it's a no brainer.
I've gone from the S10+ to the S24 Ultra. I love my S10+ a lot, it's mainly due to the security updates stopping that ive finally had to upgrade but I'm looking forward to it !
Me too. My s10+ still in good condition but I the updates look to be stopping soon so upgrade!
I enjoyed your first review
I had lost my taste to Samsung since S21 series but man the S24 series is really tempting and mind changing. 7 OS updates is magical. 4K 60fps switching between all lenses is just wow!! If you buy this phone in monthly payments for 2 years is just nothing for a 7 year smartphone!!! The S24 Ultra is the perfection of what Samsung could possibly do with their flagship
Lets be real. Very few people will keep their phone for 7 years. If in 2 or 3 years time, Samsung releases their new Ultra phone with 25x Optical Zoom, crazy new Ai features, amazing night time video recording, much better battery life etc, you would want to upgrade from your S24 ultra. The average person upgrades every 2 years sometimes 3 years.
@@Rob__Jamesmy s10+ is already 4 years old and still going strong. 3-4 years seems normal for a flagship phone especially the ultra/note of samsung and now it being more durable ik can def see it last 7 years. Its future proof, has wifi7 already, most people still on wifi5
I have kept my note 10+ since launch. some great features on the s24ultra but main reason im switching is the long support. as power user longevity is important
Im still on my s21 ultra 512 gb with 16 gb ram. From a daily use pov. Im waiting...
😂😂 don't switch there is no difference
subscribing. good work. already pre ordered my s24.
Great Show! My S21 seems every bit as goof for my use. I however would like to upgrade and get the slightly larger screen. I cannot get AT&T to ship the phone to my PO BOX and Best Buy cannot lock in my trade in value. So the real JOY of my S21 continues.
In the shutter speed test scene optimizer is on for the s23u, while it's off on the s24u. Apparently that's one of the things that makes the shutter speed slower. I think for a fair comparison they should be both set to on.
I was wondering the same thing, causes a big difference in performance
I know some folks are disappointed but as a iPhone 15 pro max user I’m pretty impressed. Honestly I’ll never switch to Android, but this is killer. I love the AI features. Apple better show out big with AI this year. The camera features look pretty cool. I still think raw camera performance is still going to the iPhone, but I like what Samsung is trying to do. Outside of first party feature Google or Samsung features, I don’t care for android. But, this is pretty slick.
I was the same as you but ever since i switched to Samsung. I forgot about apple. This phone is much better and the features are beyond what apple could achieve
@@Milu2786 I’ve flirted with Samsung for a lot of years. Had the S3 back in the day. Multiple notes. Even had the S10 and s23 ultra as second phones. I’ve always given them a fair shake. But the upsides in the first party apps don’t make up for the downsides. I’m deep in the Apple ecosystem. Use multiple M powered devices at home. If I was to use a second phone maybe but since I’ve gone down to one phone for both work and business, it will always be an iPhone.
@@TheSonyExperience hmm it finally comes to Personal preference I see. Samsung Works for me i guess
business user + apple ecosystem, yes apple is your great choice indeed, but for a nerd or your typical user android is much better indeed@@TheSonyExperience
I Have a iPhone 14 pm and want to switch back for this 😂
this video is the best one ive seen so far for the 10x comparison, I rarely used it on my s23 ultra to be honest but this confirmed the s24U is still brilliant at 10x, thanks mate :) looking forward to my s24u this week :)
Excellent video. I have an S22ultra ultra, and I will definitely be upgrading to the s24 ultra. Thanks for all the information 😊
For photos, the S24 largely looks better here but on the photos you posted on Instagram, I thought the S23 was far more naturalistic and less washed out.
Could hear the zoom mic in play 😅 when the clock tower was being zoomed in and zoomed out
Bro I'm a big fan of your phone reviews! Am always psyched for your videos!❤
One of the fascinating feature of Galaxy is Audio zoom when recording a video. It feels dramatic and magical when you zoom in and it picks the audio from that source !
Im dropping my iphone 15 pro and getting S24ultra
You crazy!😝
the speed improvement between S22U and S23u was very noticeable, also feel wise. I guess the difference with S24U will be a bit less?
Snapdragon 8gen 2 was an absolute banger of a chip. Don't think you'll notice as much of a difference with the new gen3
Thanks for the video! Coming from a note20U, I'm pretty excited for this much needed upgrade...
Absolutely love the looks of this phone, I've just pre ordered mine 😊 thanks for the review 😀
Best thing i done was change from s21 ultra to s23 ultra based on getting a snapdragon and 512gig ... no regrets at all its been and is fantastic but i now feel my 23 ultra is a keeper for 4 years as these jumps in technology arent big enough, we have peaked imo
Are you UK based? What were the battery life and performance changes like? I'm in the same boat only with this phone.
@BladeV8 yeah I'm from Scotland, I changed from 21 ultra to 23 ultra last year and no regrets, it's very very snappy and battery has been fantastic.. all down to ditching the exynos
@@dtollan1985 thanks pal, looks like it might be an upgrade year for me too then!
@BladeV8 I think once most people have a 23 or 24 ultra in the UK they won't need another phone for 4 years plus, hope you enjoy which ever one you go for
Don’t know about 4 years but definitely it switching to s24 ultra from s23 ultra!
still going to keep my S23 Ultra still a great phone, got it the day it came out and will probably keep till the s26 ultra
Me too I have s23 ultra. I love my phone may be next year I can change to s25 ultra
@@sakastarry1096 probably wont be a big change on the s25 also. best to wait for s26 or s27.
@Mr.Coffee117 I think you right
Great video! Will you do a battery test with the s24 plus?
Best review ever🎉🎉 can't wait ro have my hands on this ..just so expensive in my country
London is beautiful on sunny days like this.
not very often then
How much of a difference is it between the S24 Ultra and the S24+ when it comes to camera features? Not really interested in the Stylus at all, but the camera on the Ultra looks insane.
The Ultra has a 200MP and 50MP telephoto that the lesser models don't have.
@00:29 The bottom bezel on the S24U is skimmer but I can't tell if the rest are as well. At the intro, it looked like the side bezels were thinner on the S23U.
That's for the comparison. I have been trying to figure out if I should trad my s23 ultra or not
Given the camera lenses are the same (apart from the 5x and 10x lens swap), I would imagine the One UI 6.1 update on the S23 Ultra will make the cameras the same, there is no reason for them to be any different. 4K 60 lens switching likely won't come to the S23 Ultra either.
The chip processor does make a slight difference so 23 ultra being on the same software as the s24 ultra will not make the cameras even.
Yup just as the other guy said it is a new sensor
12:31 That's the deal breaker! 😂😂 Guys don't buy it!
Awesome review!! Thanks so much for making me want to upgrade my S23 Ultra!
Pre ordered one. Coming from the s22 ultra. My contract was coming to an end and it has somehow worked out cheaper so well worth it. Excited for the flat screen most of all i think.
Me too. New upgraded phone, lower bill. What's not to like!
Same here🙋🏼♀️
So you jumped into another long term contract, what is your monthly bill? I pay $29 with Spectrum
@@fzr1000981 i had several discounts on my monthly bill that would've expired at the end of the contract so it would have gone from £30 for airtime to like £50. I also just wanted the s24 ultra so ive only gained from this. is the $29 dollars you are paying for the phone, airtime or both and for how long because this is all important when comparing these things. (In the uk at least) its quite common to upgrade when your contract is ending its something people look forward to often times especially when you have a phone You're a bit fed up i was when i had an s20 Ultra. Theyre 24 month which to me is a fine Amount of time
4k 120 was already done by Sony with 8 gen 2. Also there should no reason why switching between lenses on 4k60 was not possible on 8 gen 2 s23. I hope they add this via update.
4k 120 has been done by Sony ever since 2020.
Great video, upgrading from a google pro 6 - camera looks amazing
Going to upgrade from my s20Fe to s24 ultra 512gbs pre order already. Nice review
Would love to know if there's been any improvement on the constant motion blur when shooting kids / pets (or fidgety adults 😅 ) in less than ideal light. Pixel always nails that, iPhone is consistently good, but s23 ultra defaults to too slow a shutter speed.
I saw a CNET article basically complaining about the fact that it's not. Odd, given his demonstration of the faster shutter speed here.
@@Gravage He showed that the shutter fires faster than before (time between pressing the button and the shutter opening), but not that the shutter speed (amount of time the shutter is left "open" before closing) is increased.
It would nice if Samsung would care more about their products - list of issues of One UI 6.0 on 23 series is pretty long, as it is possible to check on the Samsung community forum. But for them it is easier to sell the same phone next year than to fix the problems with existing ones.
Samsung have the best Android support beside Google. The S23 series will have 4 upgrades and 5 years of security patches. The S24 series is even better with 7 years of upgrades.
What are the list of issues on One UI 6.0? It's been fine for me. And NEVER use a companies community forums to ascertain whether a product has issues (ever heard of selection bias). You need to look at reviews from other sources. Also what does this have to do with THIS phone? This phone runs One UI 6.1 not One UI 6.0. Probably best to complain elsewhere about One UI 6.0. I'd suggest complaining to Samsung directly rather than here. Because this isn't a good look for you...
@@franklingoodwin It has to do with this phone that there is almost not any improvement to previous one which has problems. Community forums are not good to see if the product has issues? What? Reviews base on a new products, and mostly not on real life experiences. Because it isn't good look for me? Second: what?
@@MolpMC You're just complaining for the sake of it. That's why it's not a good look, It just makes you look bitter. If you have an issue with Samsung - complain to THEM. Learn to read the room FFS. This isn't the time or place to complain about One UI 6.0. Because as I've already said this phone runs One UI 6.1. Notice how despite me asking you what the issues are in One UI 6.0, that you didn't give me any answers. Interesting...
I was pointing out the problem with samsung phones - that they release a phone which changes almost nothing comparing to the previous ones, and the previous series have problems not solved by them. So first - you should start to understand what you read. Yes, I did not give you answer because you can find it by yourself within 3s by typing into google "S23 6.0 issues", and you would have an answer. I'm happy to hear that you are a fan of samsung and have only good experiences - good for you. Discussion with you have no point so - have a nice day @@franklingoodwin
How useful is the S pen feature? Do people really use that and if so what do they use it for? I'm looking to get either a OnePlus 12 or the Galaxy ultra 24. Thanks
Good review - wish this device every success as it’s a great bit of kit.. but I love my iPhone 15 Pro Max and iOS to ever consider a switch.
The big (camera) software update is Tuesday.
Yep - waiting for that before I start on my iPhone/Pixel comparisons
They have to downgrade camera performance of S23 ultra to make S24 ultra meaningful.😂😂
@@Thetechchapsmart man ,not rushing the test
Oo wonder what that will bring?
Sad to see edge screen is gone, I've always preferd it over flat screens. It looks good and premium...
Amazing review mr chap using my s24 ultra right now i got the titanium violet colour which is the most gorgeous one out there but so far the phone is a beast for me samsung did an amazing job on the anti reflective glass and yet the display looks good the oled technology on this phone is amazing and the colors are tuned up very well samsung makes one of the most fastest android smartphones in the market and yet the s24 ultra is yet the fastest out there the cameras for me are just like dslr quality the pictures turned to be beautiful and yet crispy overall great phone and solid 10/10 for me
Great first review keep it up as always bro
The S23 U has had numerous software updates to fix problems. The S24 U has had none. Brand new chip set will probably take a month or two to be optimized.
Please do a social media camera test
yes, much needed
Will stabilization on the S24u come to the S23U? Same with A.I? Seems to me the major differences.
Are the phones new photo editing features calculated in the "cloud"? Like the google pixel series - or on the phone?
Always look forward to your reviews out of all the tech reviewers, I feel you're far more honest on what you feel about the product, rather than just completely disregard last year's flagship.
I have the S23 Ultra and i definitely dont believe the S24 Ultra is worth upgrading to. I feel this is more for people who are coming from the S21 Ultra or are stepping onto a new Samsung flagship.
i traded in my s23 ultra, I paid 570€ for s24 ultra :D
selfie camera is better it's not blown out. The 5x is a lot better than the 10x that we have before not overexposed and not shaky when zooming in. And the zooming in and out on 4k60 is super smooth! The shutter lag is gone now, and I love the 4k120 option finally a better slow motion!! Also it helps shooting outdoors with a 2600 peak brightness and the anti reflective coating on the glass! And its a lot better editing now with the flat display. We can also do a dual recording on the back camera which wasn't show BTW and not just the directors view which is front and back. Only people who will say that nothing changed is the people who thinks a newer look is CHANGE. Lol. The phone already looks amazing it's what's under the hood that's Important.
@@BLAKEEATS1988 Although the camera has improved a little bit, it's certainly not worth paying £400-500 to upgrade from the S23 Ultra. From all the videos I've seen comparing the cameras, not one of them is showing me there is a big difference in the cameras. In fact, some shots and filming actually looks better on the previous model.
Every year a new phone will come out and will say it's a massive upgrade. But the truth is the previous year's model is still more than good enough on most instances.
I'm glad you like the upgrades. There is no way I'd upgrade from the S23 Ultra to the S24 Ultra.
@@drblank6286 to be honest, that's a lot of money to upgrade for small changes. However, if you're happy, then that's the important thing mate.
@@MystiKal76 I think the thing is will the A.I ( the removal of background ) comes to the S23U. Also, the stabilization in the S24 is superior, but will that come to the S23U. If they both do, there is literally no point in upgrading. I have a s10 and am thinking about buying the S23U on the cheaper side. However, the main two factors are what I mentioned. I can toss in the video editing as well, if that will hit the S23U.
Absolutely, the only difference I can tell between both cameras is the more contrasty, less washed-out colors of the S24! I like it!
YES FINALLY, LESS SHUTTER LAG! 🔥🙌🏻 (I also love how you can choose the ammount of processing in the photo!)
YES! Shutter lag always a problem before.
Thanks for the Hands on Review, i preordered the Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra, cant wait to use the phone
Mine just arrived today after reverting back to slabs from the z fold series. And im happier to have a great camera once again. Can't see much different to my friends s23 ultra, some AI features will see how much I use those. But so happy to say goodbye to my zfold and it's screen protector nightmare for a phone which feels premium and durable.
Absolutely love this phone and also these fancy AI features but I am wondering what will happen after the end of 2025... It would be silly to see them locked behind a paywall all of a sudden, especially after being able to use them for 2 years...
Especially consideing the absurd costs...
If anything, there will be other AI services you could use or connect to. I assume that many companies are trying to sell AI services or make money out of it. AI services usually cost money unless they find a way to make money by providing a free service. Most Google services are free, but they generate revenue through advertisements. They could do the same thing with AI. Some features might be locked out for paying clients.
Out of the 256GB storage, how much is left after initial setup ?
Good question. I wish I didn't get only 128gb for s22
Pre order and you get the 512gb for the price of the 256gb (or the 1tb for the price of the 512gb) so if you want one get it ordered and then you’ll her the 512gb anyway
With the s23Ultra, 256GB storage but usable is around 230gb as the system eats 20gb.
A dilemma I guess is reviewing key software features like camera software before it's officially released.. And I heard most of the AI features is not properly released yet. Anyway, I'm going from a Note 20 Ultra (which I'm ironically still happy with) to a S24 Ultra (preordered with 512GB storage "for free"), so I for one just cannot wait.
I love the way you review the phones. Very good job man