SEOUL, Korea – February 2, 2023 – Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd. today
unveiled the Galaxy S23
Ultra, Galaxy S23+,
and Galaxy S23, marking a new era of Samsung Galaxy’s ultimate premium phone experience. Samsung Galaxy's
epic camera gives users
more freedom to explore their creativity, like capturing truly cinematic Nightography
videos with transformative AI. The Snapdragon® 8 Gen 2 Mobile
Platform for Galaxy” unleashes premium experiences, including groundbreaking
AI, future-ready mobile gaming feature and powerfully sustained game play with
the world’s fastest mobile graphics.[1]
On the Galaxy S23 Ultra, an embedded S Pen[2]
that many long-time Samsung Galaxy users know and love offers more
possibilities for productivity, notetaking, hobbies and more. All the Galaxy
S23 series’ new standard-setting innovations are housed within a striking
design that advances the company’s sustainability commitment with more components
made using recycled materials than any other Samsung Galaxy smartphone.3
“The value
of impactful technology is measured, not just by what it enables for people
today, but also how it contributes to a better future,” said TM Roh, President
and Head of Mobile eXperience Business at Samsung Electronics. “The entire
Galaxy S series lineup is the new standard-bearer of trustworthy premium
smartphone experiences. We’re on a mission to redefine peak performance by bringing
together powerful, lasting innovations and sustainability."
A Samsung
Galaxy Camera with More Megapixels and Extensive Creative Controls, From Day to
Night
Galaxy S23
Ultra makes it easier for any level of photographer to capture phenomenal content.
It offers Samsung Galaxy’s most advanced camera system, tailored for nearly any
lighting conditions and engineered to render incredible detail. Improved
Nightography capabilities transform how the Galaxy S series optimizes photos
and videos in a wide range of ambient conditions. Filming a favorite song at a
concert, snapping a selfie at the aquarium, or grabbing a group shot of friends
at dinner — users can get sharper images and videos4. Visual noise that usually ruins
low-light images is corrected by a new AI-powered image signal processing (ISP)
algorithm that
enhances object details and color tone.
In a Samsung Galaxy-first, Galaxy S23 Ultra boasts a new 200MP
Adaptive Pixel sensor that captures epic moments with incredible precision. It
uses pixel binning to support multiple levels of high-resolution processing at
once.5 And because selfie cameras are
more important than ever to how we communicate today, the Galaxy S23 series
introduces fast autofocus and our first Super HDR selfie camera, jumping from 30fps
to 60fps, for noticeably better front-facing images and videos.
For users who want the ultimate creative
control and customization, the Galaxy S23 series offers a suite of tools that differentiate
any photography experience. The Expert RAW app,6 available
exclusively on Samsung Galaxy, enables DSLR-style image shooting and editing in
RAW and JPEG — no bulky camera equipment is required. Users can experiment with
Multiple exposures photo art or capture a clear view of the Milky Way with
Astrophoto settings, and now, after being downloaded on Galaxy S23, Expert RAW
features can be accessed within Samsung’s native Camera app7. Meanwhile, the new zoom capabilities on
Galaxy Watch5 series’ Camera Controller app8
empower users to capture a perfectly framed shot right from their wrist.
Additional camera advancements include:
·Low-light or in situations that would normally create a blur, videos are stable with doubled optical image stabilizer (OIS) angles in all directions on Galaxy S23 Ultra.9
· Recording videos feel more cinematic with enhanced 8K video10 at 30 frames per second with a wider angle.
· Advanced, object-based AI analyzes each detail in the frame, even down to minute facial features such as hair and eyes, to carefully reflect a person's dynamic characteristics.
· For an even more enhanced video experience, the new 360 Audio Recording feature11 on Galaxy Buds2 Pro creates multi-dimensional sound.
On Galaxy S23+ and Galaxy S23, the iconic
Samsung Galaxy camera also gets an upgraded look. The contour housing has been
removed, marking a new era of essential Galaxy design that makes the entire
series stand out.
Premium
Performance Makes Way for the Future of Mobile Gaming
For
creators and gamers alike, the desire to push limits and constantly reimagine
what’s possible requires technology that outpaces expectations. Together,
Samsung and Qualcomm optimized the Samsung Galaxy experience with the brand new
“Snapdragon® 8 Gen 2 Mobile Platform for Galaxy”, the most
powerful and efficient platform ever in a Samsung Galaxy smartphone and the
fastest12 Snapdragon
available today. Meanwhile, on the Galaxy S23 Ultra, a 5000mAh battery13
powers a larger camera than Galaxy S22 Ultra without increasing the device’s
size.
A newly
designed CPU micro architecture boosts the processing abilities of the Galaxy
S23 series by about 30 percent compared to the Galaxy S22 series.18 Capturing stunning photos in low light
requires trillions of calculations per second, so Samsung Galaxy’s highly
efficient NPU architecture has been optimized by 49 percent to balance
performance and power while using an AI algorithm to help users take epic
photos and videos.12 One of the most significant improvements
to the Galaxy S23 series is the optimized GPU, which is approximately 41
percent faster compared to Galaxy 22 series and designed especially for power
users.12
In
anticipation of the future of ultimate digital realism, Galaxy S23 Ultra comes
ready to support real-time ray tracing as it comes to the mobile gaming
mainstream. Users will be able to see noticeably more lifelike renderings of
scenes, thanks to technology that simulates and tracks every ray of light.
Plus, Samsung Galaxy’s vapor chamber, now bigger19 and on every Galaxy
S23 series model, keeps your gaming marathon going.
All this
power underpins Galaxy S23 Ultra’s
expansive 6.8-inch20 edge
display with a reduced curvature to create a larger and flatter surface area21
for the best visual experience on a Samsung Galaxy smartphone. Samsung Galaxy’s
unique Enhanced comfort feature allows users to adjust color tones and contrast
levels, lessening eye strain from screen time at night. Vision booster now
adjusts at three levels of lighting22 instead of two to combat
brightness and glare in daylight.
Designed
with the Planet in Mind
The Galaxy
S23 series raises the bar for premium technology that can enrich people’s lives
and help contribute to a healthier planet. Since the Galaxy S22 series, Samsung
Galaxy increases its use of recycled materials from six internal components in
Galaxy S22 Ultra to 12 internal and external components in Galaxy S23 Ultra.
Galaxy S23 series also has a wider variety of recycled materials than any other
Galaxy smartphone, including pre-consumer recycled aluminum and glass and
post-consumer recycled plastics sourced from discarded fishing nets, PET
bottles and water barrels.
The new S
series is the first to market Corning® Gorilla® Glass Victus® 2, offering
durability for long-term use and consisting of an average of 22 percent
pre-consumer recycled content25. Plus, every
Galaxy S23 smartphone comes in a redesigned packaging box which applied paper made
with 100 percent recycled paper.
With the Galaxy
S23 series, Samsung Galaxy is doing more to minimize its impact on the
environment without compromising quality and aesthetic. The Galaxy S23 series is UL ECOLOGO® certified26,
meaning that the product has been certified for reduced environmental impact.
For users
who want to extend the life of their device, the Galaxy S23 series’ premium
experience can be sustained through the years with four generations of OS
upgrades and five years of security updates27. To enhance
its longevity, users can also leverage programs such as Samsung Care28, a support service for accidental damages,
repairs and more.
User-Friendly
Security and Privacy Enable a Transparent Experience without Compromise
Secure and
private experiences are the foundation of the Galaxy S23 series.
Every smartphone comes with Samsung's end-to-end Samsung Knox protection, which
has received more government and industry certifications than any other mobile
device, platform, or solution on the market. The Security and Privacy Dashboard
on Samsung Galaxy gives users full visibility over who has access to their data
and how it’s being used. With just a glance, it’s easy to see if personal data
is at risk and receive simple prompts to change settings for a more secure
experience. Users can also decide exactly which applications and programs get
access to their data and how it can be used.
For an
added layer of security, Knox Vault, which was first introduced on the Galaxy
S21 series, protects critical information on the Galaxy S23 series by isolating
it from the rest of the device, including the OS, for added protection against
vulnerabilities.
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Freedom and Flexibility for Connected Lifestyles
At the core
of the Samsung Galaxy S series’ premium experience is the uncompromising
innovation of Samsung Galaxy Ultra. But
the power and creative capabilities of Samsung Galaxy Ultra don’t stop at
smartphones. With the brand new, first-ever Galaxy Book3 Ultra, and the Galaxy
Tab S8 Ultra, users can now enjoy an ultimate Samsung Galaxy’s ecosystem.
Across
every Galaxy S series model, connected experiences get added benefits. Samsung Multi
Control29, which connects mouse and
keyboard functionality between a Samsung Galaxy PC and tablet, now extends to Galaxy
S23 Ultra, Galaxy S23+, and Galaxy S23 for the ultimate flexibility between
devices. Plus, enhanced text usability makes it easy
to copy and paste text, like URLs, from one device to another to pick up an
activity on another device. On Galaxy S23 Ultra, Google Meet paired with Samsung Notes and the
embedded S Pen now make video calls even more collaborative. With Google Meet live
sharing, participants can simultaneously co-edit30 a document from
each of their Android devices, rather than viewing a shared screen.31
Pricing and
Availability
The Galaxy
S23 series comes in four nature-inspired matte hues: Phantom Black, Cream,
Green and Lavender32. The
Galaxy S23 retails for PHP 53,990
for the 128GB variant, and PHP 57,990
for the 256GB variant. Meanwhile, the Galaxy S23+ starts at PHP 68,990 for 256GB variant, and PHP 76,990 for the 512GB variant.
Lastly, the Galaxy S23 Ultra is available at PHP 81,990 and PHP 89,990
for the 256GB and 512GB variants respectively. A samsung.com-exclusive 1TB
Galaxy S23 Ultra is also available at
PHP 103,990.
From
February 2 until February 23, 2023, customers who pre-order the
Galaxy S23, Galaxy S23+ , or the Galaxy S23 Ultra through
samsung.com will enjoy discounts of up to PHP 76,000, including a FREE Memory Upgrade worth up to PHP
8,000. They will instantly get the higher memory variant for the price of the
lower variant within the same model lineup. Those who will trade-in their old
devices can also enjoy savings of up to PHP 13,000 on top of their old phone’s
residual value. In addition, they will
get an e-voucher worth up to PHP 5,000,
a 50% discount on the Galaxy Buds2 Pro,
and 30% off on the Galaxy Watch5 Series.
On top of this, they will also get a FREE
1-year Samsung Care+ coverage worth PHP 5,999, and earn double Samsung Rewards points.
As an
exclusive samsung.com offer, the Galaxy S23 Ultra 1TB will be offered as part
of a limited-edition Samsung Galaxy VIP bundle with total savings of PHP 38,000. The
VIP bundle includes the 1TB Galaxy S23 Ultra, Galaxy Watch5 Pro 46mm, Galaxy
Buds 2 Pro, Super Fast Wireless Duo Charger, Galaxy S23 Ultra Leather Cover,
and 1-year Samsung Care+ coverage all for a discounted price of PHP 119,378.
The Galaxy
S23 series is also available for pre-order through Samsung Experience Stores,
Authorized Samsung Stores, Lazada, Shopee, Abenson.com and MemoXpress Online.
Customers who pre-order through these channels from February 2 to 23, 2023 will
enjoy as much as PHP 65,000 worth of discounts. This also includes the FREE
Memory Upgrade, additional savings for traded-in devices, 50% off on the Galaxy
Buds2 Pro, and 30% off on the Galaxy Watch5 Series.
For more
information about Galaxy S23 series, please visit: www.samsung.com/ph/smartphones/galaxy-s23/, https://www.samsung.com/ph/smartphones/galaxy-s23-ultra/,
news.samsung.com/global or www.samsung.com/global/galaxy/.
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