Samsung launches the new S22 flagship line PC Mag Middle East

Samsung has the Galaxy S22 and S22+ and the S22 Ultra. The devices see a wide variety of changes including its camera especially with low light and image processing. The S22 Ultra however sees the biggest design change.

It merges its best of both worlds from its popular Note series and combines it with the pro-grade camera and performance of the S series to set a new standard for premium smartphones. Featuring a built-in S Pen, advanced low light photography which Samsung is calling Nightography and video capabilities, and battery life that lasts over a day, the Galaxy S22 Ultra is the most powerful Ultra device Samsung has ever created.

Samsung has also stated there’s been a change to make these devices as environmentally conscious as they can be.

“The Galaxy S22 Ultra takes the beloved functionality of the Galaxy Note and the most celebrated aspects of the S series and merges them for a truly unique mobile experience. This is a leap forward for mobile technology, setting a new standard for what a smartphone can be.” Roh added.

Design

The Galaxy S22 and S22+ feature the S series’ iconic, fan-favorite Contour-Cut design that blends the camera into the housing. To create a sleeker and more refined look, Samsung built both devices with a distinctive flat display, complete with a glass and haze finish. Now, the S series camera housing is designed to match the color of the device’s body with a slim and symmetric metal frame that goes for a more seamless look.

The Galaxy S22 is built with what Samsung says is its strongest aluminum frame, Armor Aluminum and it’s the first smartphone this year to feature the new Corning Gorilla Glass Victus+ on the front and back so it should, on paper, be able to withstand accidental drops or scratches to some degree.

Both the Samsung Galaxy S22 and S22+ are available in Phantom Black, Phantom White, Green, and Pink Gold.

For the S22 Ultra, Galaxy Note users who are looking to upgrade will certainly find a reason to now. The favorite built-in S Pen is coming to the ultra-series device — and it’s the fastest, most responsive S Pen With 70% lower latency you can write and draw more naturally on your S22 Ultra’s expansive screen. The pen's responsiveness moves from 9 ms to 2 ms which is a huge leap.

The biggest design change for the Ultra, on the back, shows the camera housing removed and while the lenses do stick out, it gives a floating effect. I’m personally not sure how third-party cases will adapt to this new design but we’ll definitely see some interesting designs, I’m sure.

With glass and haze finishing in a sleek metal frame, the S22 Ultra is one of my favorite designs in a mobile device so far. The S22 Ultra comes in four nature-inspired color options, including Phantom Black, Phantom White, Green, and, new onthe S22 Ultra, Burgundy.

Camera

With the Galaxy S22 series’ new Nightography features – like the 23% larger sensor than S21 and S21+ and Adaptive Pixel technology the camera is designed to let in more light, draw out details, and capture colors that make your content pop, even in the dark.

Both Galaxy S22 and S22+ are built with a 50MP main camera, 10MP tele-lens, and 12MP ultra-wide lens. There’s also a new Auto Framing feature detects and tracks up to 10 people and automatically adjusts the camera’s focus. Both devices are powered by VDIS technology which minimizes vibrations, so you get smooth, sharp footage even when you’re on the move.

The Galaxy S22 and S22+ are also equipped with Samsung’s latest AI technology so it’s easier to take Portrait mode photos with the new AI Stereo Depth Map. It also works with pets so you can take pictures of your furry companion and the mode prevents animal hair from blending into the background.

The Galaxy S22 Ultra sees some major changes. Besides the low light enhancements, the S22 Ultra is built with a 2.4um pixel sensor – Samsung’s largest pixel sensor ever, enabling its camera lenses to capture more light and data. Plus, S22 Ultra’s Super Clear Glass lens is designed to remove flares and artifacts. The auto framing feature also works on video up to ten people. The S22 Ultra also saves in 16 bit RAW.

Software

The Galaxy S22 and S22+ are designed to power you through even the busiest days with the first-ever 4nm processor on a Galaxy smartphone. Using Machine language and AI it focuses on what you’re doing. Network behavior analysis streamlines app performance by automatically detecting which app you’re using and directing the most power there.

The Galaxy S22 is built with a 3,700 mAh battery and 25W fast charging, and the Galaxy S22+ features a bigger 4,500mAh battery that can last even longer than a day on a single charge. The Galaxy S22 Ultra also features Wi-Fi 6E, up to twice as fast as Wi-Fi 6. The S22 Ultra’s battery is the biggest of the lot at 5,000 mAh. The Galaxy S22+ and S22 Ultra also offers 45W super-fast charging, so you don’t have to wait when your power is running low.

The Galaxy S22 Ultra’s immersive 6.8-inch, Dynamic AMOLED 2X display will certainly be a lot brighter and it’s their brightest display ever at 1,750nits. Plus, its Vision Booster technology enables Galaxy S22 Ultra’s screen to intelligently adjust brightness throughout the day, making sure you get the best possible view of your content even in bright sunlight.

The S22 and S22+ devices come equipped with a Dynamic AMOLED 2X display, designed for the best in gaming and watching. The Galaxy S22 has a 6.1-inch display and the Galaxy S22+ comes in at 6.6-inch, both with Vision Booster technology. The S22 has a peak brightness of 1,300nits while S22+ features a peak 1,750nits.

Samsung says the entire Galaxy S22 series will be supported by up to four generations of Android OS upgrades. It’s One UI 4.0 has been updated to make it easier for customization.

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Security

The Galaxy S22 series is secured by Samsung’s Knox Vault security platform, which includes a secure processor and memory that completely isolates sensitive data like your passwords, biometrics, or Blockchain keys from the phone’s main operating system.

One UI's privacy dashboard and Indicator make it easy to see which apps are accessing your data and camera, so you can decide whether to grant or deny permission to each app. The Galaxy S22 series also introduces several new security features, including ARM micro architecture, which helps prevent cyberattacks that target your operating system and memory.

Plus, the Galaxy S22 series brings Samsung Wallet. Samsung Wallet combines digital payment, ID, keys and asset management into one tool to simplify your routines, from showing your student ID to compiling travel documents before a flight.

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Building the Galaxy Ecosystem

Alongside the new S22 series, Samsung is introducing an all-new line of tablets, the Galaxy Tab S8 including Tab S8, Tab S8+ and the 14.6-inch Tab S8 Ultra and they’ll also be updating features for Galaxy Watch4 so that Galaxy users can stay connected in every aspect of their lives.

Sustainability

Samsung says the Galaxy S22 series pioneers mobile technology as well as being more environmentally conscious. By collaborating with leading organizations, Samsung helps recover discarded fishing nets and transforms them into a high-performance material for smartphones. This material – used in the Galaxy S22 series’ component, key bracket – contains 20% recycled ocean-bound plastic from discarded fishing nets. The Galaxy S22 series also incorporates post-consumer recycled material in its speaker module, as well as the inner parts of the power and volume keys. In addition to ocean-bound plastics, Samsung says it uses 100% recycled paper for the Galaxy S22’s packaging and include a protective film made from recycled plastic. Every smartphone case is also designed with UL-certified, eco-conscious materials – such as recycled post-consumer plastics or bio-based substances.

Local Availability

Starting on February 25, 2022, Galaxy S22 Ultra will be widely available in carrier and unlocked by Samsung versions through Samsung.com, carriers and retailers online. The device will be available in the following colors and memory options: Galaxy S22/22+ will be available in Phantom Black, Phantom White, Green, and Pink Gold in 128GB and 256GB models with 8GB RAM and the S22 Ultra Phantom Black, Phantom White, Green, and Burgundy in 128GB, 256GB, 512GB, and 1TB models with 8GB and 12GB RAM. The Middle east will also be getting the Qualcomm variant of the S22 lineup, Samsung has confirmed.

Retail prices for all the regions are listed as follows:

UAE:

• Galaxy S22 Ultra (128 GB): AED 4,699

• Galaxy S22 Ultra (256 GB): AED 5,099

• Galaxy S22 Ultra (512 GB): AED 5,499

• Galaxy S22+ (128 GB): AED 3,799

• Galaxy S22+ (256 GB): AED 3,999

• Galaxy S22 (128 GB): AED 3,199

• Galaxy S22 (256 GB): AED 3,399

Kuwait

• Galaxy S22 Ultra (128 GB): KWD 396

• Galaxy S22 Ultra (256 GB): KWD 430

• Galaxy S22 Ultra (512 GB): KWD 464

• Galaxy S22+ (128 GB): KWD 319

• Galaxy S22+ (256 GB): KWD 339

• Galaxy S22 (128 GB): KWD 269

• Galaxy S22 (256 GB): KWD 289

Qatar

• Galaxy S22 Ultra (128 GB): QAR 4,749

• Galaxy S22 Ultra (256 GB): QAR 5,149

• Galaxy S22 Ultra (512 GB): QAR 5,559

• Galaxy S22+ (128 GB): QAR 3,849

• Galaxy S22+ (256 GB): QAR 4,049

• Galaxy S22 (128 GB): QAR 3,229

• Galaxy S22 (256 GB): QAR 3,429

Oman

• Galaxy S22 Ultra (128 GB): OMR 519

• Galaxy S22 Ultra (256 GB): OMR 559

• Galaxy S22 Ultra (512 GB): OMR 599

• Galaxy S22+ (128 GB): OMR 419

• Galaxy S22+ (256 GB): OMR 439

• Galaxy S22 (128 GB): OMR 376

• Galaxy S22 (256 GB): OMR 356

Bahrain

• Galaxy S22 Ultra (128 GB): BHD 519

• Galaxy S22 Ultra (256 GB): BHD 559

• Galaxy S22 Ultra (512 GB): BHD 599

• Galaxy S22+ (128 GB): BHD 419

• Galaxy S22+ (256 GB): BHD 439

• Galaxy S22 (128 GB): BHD 359

• Galaxy S22 (256 GB): BHD 379

Specs

Galaxy S22 and S22+

Galaxy S22 Ultra