Manila Standard

A smartphone tailormade for your passion

- Nickie Wang

SAMSUNG Mobile, being a leading global innovator, has a keen understand­ing of its users’ needs and strives to deliver accordingl­y. In line with this philosophy, Samsung launched its latest flagship Galaxy S23 smartphone lineup on February 1, at the highly anticipate­d Galaxy Unpacked event of 2023.

The Samsung S23 series features three models - S23, S23 Plus, and S23 Ultra, loaded with premium features. Is it worth upgrading to this latest offering? Let’s explore its capabiliti­es. The S23 Ultra stands out with its boxy aesthetic, matte glass back, and weight of 233g, conveying durability and luxury.

The S23 Ultra features Gorilla Glass Victus 2, providing improved durability, and can withstand drops onto concrete and asphalt. The S23 and S23 Plus have curved sides and are comfortabl­e to hold, making them ideal for those with smaller hands.

All three models are available in Phantom Black, Cream, Green, and Lavender. The S23 series is powered by the new Snapdragon 8 Gen2 for Galaxy, which offers a clock speed of up to 3.36 GHz, providing a fast and seamless user experience.

The Samsung S23 Ultra features a magnificen­t 6.8-inch 120Hz adaptive screen, boasting a resolution of 3,088 x 1,440 pixels at 500ppi. This display makes it a top-notch entertainm­ent powerhouse and an unparallel­ed business tool.

The screen elevates the user’s experience of watching shows, browsing, using social media, and gaming. With the S23 Ultra’s advanced camera system, powerful Snapdragon 8 Gen 2, and 5000 mAh battery, it is possible to take work calls and meetings anywhere. The S23 base model and S23 Plus are also excellent workhorses, with adaptive refresh rates of 120Hz and resolution­s of 425ppi and 393ppi, respective­ly.

The S23 Ultra has a 200MP camera, a significan­t upgrade from the S22 Ultra’s 108MP, allowing users to capture better-quality images. The phone has a 200-megapixel sensor with Super Quad Pixel autofocus and can shoot 8K video at 30FPS and zoom in up to 100x. The S23 and S23 Plus have a maximum camera resolution of 50MP, with a default resolution of 12.5MP, sufficient for social media and casual photo-taking.

The front cameras on all S23 models are 12MP, with up to 12x zoom magnificat­ion, making it easy to take high-quality selfies and videos for social media platforms like TikTok.

Focusing on what the consumers need makes a big difference. Make the Smart choice and upgrade to the Samsung S23 series through the Smart Postpaid website or visit a Smart Store near you.

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