Galaxy S23 and iPhone 15: Is Samsung being too generous, or is Apple too smart?
Saying Samsung's Galaxy S23 series and Apple's iPhone 15 series are going to be the most popular smartphone releases of 2023 is like saying water is wet. We may be surprised with a Pixel Foldable here, Apple AR Glasses there, among other things, but generally, the mainstream starts and ends with Samsung and Apple.
And if there's one thing I've noticed painfully clearly by keeping up closely with all the leaks and expectations for those two giants' upcoming smartphones, is how different each of them treats their users.
That's not to say one company is objectively more wrong, or more correct, than the other. It's just that Samsung and Apple are more different than one might think. Beyond the fact that their phones run different operating systems and they're in constant, occasionally bitter competition.
Galaxy S23: Samsung gives you everything
The much-anticipated Galaxy S23 series are right around the corner! We know there's a Samsung Unpacked event on February 1st, where the phones will get officially unveiled, and their release will follow shortly, likely around February 17. In fact, you can already make a reservation for your Galaxy S23 pre-order, and even get it with a discount:But if you're in the dark about these phones – they're three models – the base one is aptly named Galaxy S23, then there's the larger Galaxy S23 Plus, and last but not even remotely least, the stylus-packing, 200MP camera-boasting Galaxy S23 Ultra.
It's Samsung's flagship series, after all, that the Korean giant upgrades upon each year.
One of the main selling points of the Galaxy S23 Ultra, of which there are many, are the Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 processor that's going to power it. A new, cutting-edge, powerhouse.
But here's a plot twist – the cheaper Galaxy S22 Plus, and the even cheaper Galaxy S22 are also getting the exact same processor as the top-of-the-line S22 Ultra. Your experience will not be nerfed if you choose to buy a smaller, cheaper Galaxy S23 model. And keep that in mind, because it matters a lot, and we'll get back to it.
Something else that's worth noting is that the Galaxy S23 Ultra will pack a gorgeous, AMOLED, 120Hz display. 120Hz is twice the refresh rate of your average phone, and makes everything appear much smoother. AMOLED is a better screen technology than your average LCD-screen phone, as it offers pitch blacks, vibrant colors, and way better contrast.
Galaxy S23 and iPhone 15: Is Samsung being too generous, or is Apple too smart?
Now, double-plot twist – Samsung is actually giving the S23 Plus and base S23 exactly the same display specs. Again, the company is not lessening your experience if you choose to buy a cheaper modelBut if you're in the dark about these phones – they're three models – the base one is aptly named Galaxy S23, then there's the larger Galaxy S23 Plus, and last but not even remotely least, the stylus-packing, 200MP camera-boasting Galaxy S23 Ultra.
It's Samsung's flagship series, after all, that the Korean giant upgrades upon each year.
One of the main selling points of the Galaxy S23 Ultra, of which there are many, are the Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 processor that's going to power it. A new, cutting-edge, powerhouse.
But here's a plot twist – the cheaper Galaxy S22 Plus, and the even cheaper Galaxy S22 are also getting the exact same processor as the top-of-the-line S22 Ultra. Your experience will not be nerfed if you choose to buy a smaller, cheaper Galaxy S23 model. And keep that in mind, because it matters a lot, and we'll get back to it.
Something else that's worth noting is that the Galaxy S23 Ultra will pack a gorgeous, AMOLED, 120Hz display. 120Hz is twice the refresh rate of your average phone, and makes everything appear much smoother. AMOLED is a better screen technology than your average LCD-screen phone, as it offers pitch blacks, vibrant colors, and way better contrast.
Galaxy S23 and iPhone 15: Is Samsung being too generous, or is Apple too smart?
Now, double-plot twist – Samsung is actually giving the S23 Plus and base S23 exactly the same display specs. Again, the company is not lessening your experience if you choose to buy a cheaper model..
