Samsung took to its virtual stage on February 9th to show off its latest flagship devices, including the new Samsung Galaxy S22. The hour-long event shows off three new handsets and a tablet, all built on recycled ocean-bound plastics that fit into the Samsung ecosystem.
- Galaxy S22 & Galaxy S22+
- Galaxy S22 Ultra
- Galaxy Tab S8 Series
Samsung Galaxy S22 & S22+ // Overview
If you missed the surreal amount of leaks in the lead up to this Unpacked event, then you did better than most. Images, specs and accessories were widely available ahead of the launch. However, Samsung has again delivered a spec boosted model compared to last year’s smartphone.
Although, if you watch any of the commercials for the Galaxy S22 & S22+, you’ll think Samsung had just released a new point and shoot camera that makes calls!
Same Outside, Better Inside
The shape and design are very similar to the S21/S21+ handsets, but there are differences, notably smaller displays.
Admittedly, both models have only reduced by 0.1″, but it’s not a direction most manufacturers take with a screen. At 6.1″, the Galaxy S22 is the smallest of the three new handsets in the S22 range but with edge to edge display and the super-thin bezel, users will not be missing that 0.1″.
Samsung is disguising the near-identical shell with some new colourway options. Each model comes in four colours as standard (pictured above) and has four Samsung Online exclusive colours, including Graphite and Sky Blue options.
New Main Camera
Pro-Grade camera quality is the big promise with significant upgrades to the primary rear camera, which now has a triple 12MP Ultra Wide, 50MP Wide, 10MP Telephoto configuration backed up with a 30x Zoom. The 50MP lens will let in more light and offer a better resolution for your images.
Video capturing also improves with better image stabilisation, video digital image stabilisation (VDIS) and Super HDR, all backed up with a new feature called Nightography.
Use the 10MP front camera at night, and Samsung says the S22 and S22+ will deliver clear and bright selfies thanks to Nightography. And, if Snap is your app of choice for social connections, Samsung has teamed up with the app to get the most out of the S22 series when using Snapchat.
Each handset comes in either a 128GB or 256GB option and have 5G as standard.
Samsung Galaxy S22 & S22+ // Specifications
| S22 | S22+ | Ultra | |
| Dimensions | 70.6 x 146 x 7.6mm | 75.8 x 157.4 x 7.6mm | 77.9 x 163.3 x 8.9mm |
| Weight | 168g | 196g | 229g |
| Colour Options | Green Phantom Black Phantom White Pink Online Only Cream Graphite Sky Blue Violet | Green Phantom Black Phantom White Pink Online Only Cream Graphite Sky Blue Violet | Burgundy Green Phantom Black Phantom White Online Only Graphite Red Sky Blue |
| Display | 6.1″ Flat FHD+ 1,300 nits 120Hz Corning® Gorilla® Glass Victus®+ | 6.6″ FHD+ 1,750 nits 120Hz Corning® Gorilla® Glass Victus®+ | 6.8″ Edge Quad HD+ 1,750 nits 120Hz Corning® Gorilla® Glass Victus®+ |
| Rear Camera | 12MP Ultra Wide 50MP Wide 10MP Telephoto 30x Zoom | 12MP Ultra Wide 50MP Wide 10MP Telephoto 30x Zoom | 12MP Ultra Wide 108MP Wide 10MP Telephoto 100x Zoom |
| Front Camera | 10MP | 10MP | 40MP |
| Storage | 128GB 256GB | 128GB 256GB | 128GB 256GB 512GB 1TB |
| Security | Ultrasonic Fingerprint Face recognition | Ultrasonic Fingerprint Face recognition | Ultrasonic Fingerprint Face recognition |
| Waterproof Rating | IP68 | IP68 | IP68 |
| Built-In S Pen | No | No | Yes |
| Battery | 3,700mAh | 4,500mAh | 5,000mAh |
| Charging | 25W Super Fast Charging | 45W Super Fast Charging | 45W Super Fast Charging |
| Operating System | Android 12 | Android 12 | Android 12 |
Samsung Galaxy S22 & S22+ // Pricing
The Samsung Galaxy S22 starts at $799/£769, with the Galaxy S22+ base model beginning at $999/£949.
Samsung is offering some incredible pre-order deals for both the S22 & S22+.
For US customers, there is a $100 credit for the S22 and a $150 credit with the S22+, which can be spent on accessories for your new device.
Nice! Thinking about getting one… Hmmmm…
Early reviews are all very positive. Let me know your thoughts if you do go for one.