Samsung Galaxy S24 5G (512GB, Onyx Black)
The Galaxy S24 in Onyx Black, featuring AI advancements, shrunken bezels, and a satin-finished aluminum design. Enjoy Space Zoom for portraits, Live Translate for communication, and AI-enhanced photo editing. It boasts a stunning QHD+ display, all-day battery life, and superior camera.
The Galaxy S24 in Onyx Black, featuring AI advancements, shrunken bezels, and a satin-finished aluminum design. Enjoy Space Zoom for portraits, Live Translate for communication, and AI-enhanced photo editing. It boasts a stunning QHD+ display, all-day battery life, and superior camera.
The Galaxy S24 in Onyx Black, featuring AI advancements, shrunken bezels, and a satin-finished aluminum design. Enjoy Space Zoom for portraits, Live Translate for communication, and AI-enhanced photo editing. It boasts a stunning QHD+ display, all-day battery life, and superior camera.
The Galaxy S24 in Onyx Black, featuring AI advancements, shrunken bezels, and a satin-finished aluminum design. Enjoy Space Zoom for portraits, Live Translate for communication, and AI-enhanced photo editing. It boasts a stunning QHD+ display, all-day battery life, and superior camera.
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First impressions of the phone when unboxing, it feels like a quality product with a decent weight and feel without seeming to be too heavy. As soon as you turn it on it's clear that the screen on this is great. Having used it for more than a week now, the quality of the screen makes a huge difference when using this phone and is better than any other I've used so far. Inside or outside there's never any issue of being able to see the screen clearly.Set up from my old phone was very fast and easy, hardly had to do anything other than open up my old phone and set the link, everything I needed was ready to go very soon. The phone itself is fast and very responsive, a very smooth experience whether texting but also gaming something like COD is a very nice ... MoreFirst impressions of the phone when unboxing, it feels like a quality product with a decent weight and feel without seeming to be too heavy. As soon as you turn it on it's clear that the screen on this is great. Having used it for more than a week now, the quality of the screen makes a huge difference when using this phone and is better than any other I've used so far. Inside or outside there's never any issue of being able to see the screen clearly.Set up from my old phone was very fast and easy, hardly had to do anything other than open up my old phone and set the link, everything I needed was ready to go very soon. The phone itself is fast and very responsive, a very smooth experience whether texting but also gaming something like COD is a very nice experience.The new AI features have been very cool to use, and work very well. Day to day the ones I find most useful are the ones to recommend tones for your text messages depending on the scenario, and the summary of reading a website and getting a snapshot of the key info, have been so useful to use. The others could be useful for specific use cases but not ones I've needed so far, random tests have shown they've worked as expected.Battery life has been way beyond expectations, I have needed to charge it once every two days so far and always confident it will last me all day so I haven't needed to travel with my battery pack anymore. Also, with a suitable charger it gets to 100% very quickly, or if I need a top out before heading out on short notice I've been able to in only 10 minutes or so.Camera is great, has also been great in the past so nothing else really to say beyond that.I do wish however, that long pressing the power button let you turn it off rather than Bixby without needing to change settings, I've never really been a fan of Bixby compared to other options.Also a shame there is no sd card slot again, although there hasn't been one in other models previously either. For a phone with a great camera and ability to edit and save different versions this would make a difference in both taking and maintaining edited versions of photos all on the phone with confidence of never running out of space.Overall I absolutely would recommend this phone.
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I have used the S24+ for over 2 weeks now, overall it meets me expectation, the exynos performance is more than capable. Before purchase I was left with disappointment with the return of exynos chipset on the S24 and S24+, after using for couple of weeks I am happy with the performance so far.Unboxing of the new S24+ just like other flagship you get nowadays, some paperwork and a USB type C to C cable and sim card ejection tools. It is a shame that now they do not comes with charger as I had to purchase a charger for it as my previous phone it only support up to 23W charging and with a 30W charger. S24+ support 45W charging so purchased a new charger to take full advantage of the charging speed.On the charging subject, I have had issue with the adaptive charging, ... MoreI have used the S24+ for over 2 weeks now, overall it meets me expectation, the exynos performance is more than capable. Before purchase I was left with disappointment with the return of exynos chipset on the S24 and S24+, after using for couple of weeks I am happy with the performance so far.Unboxing of the new S24+ just like other flagship you get nowadays, some paperwork and a USB type C to C cable and sim card ejection tools. It is a shame that now they do not comes with charger as I had to purchase a charger for it as my previous phone it only support up to 23W charging and with a 30W charger. S24+ support 45W charging so purchased a new charger to take full advantage of the charging speed.On the charging subject, I have had issue with the adaptive charging, as it will not hold the charge at 80% and top up to 100% at the final hour, instead it was fully charge immediately, but I was able to work around it by setting routine. It is slightly disappointing that after 2 weeks the adaptive charging still do not learn my pattern even I pick up the phone every morning around the same time.Performance is the reason I purchased the new phone, the Exynos 2400 is more than capable when compare to Snapdragon 8 gen 2. Playing on Genshin impact and other high demand resource hungry game, it performs well with little frame drop, temperature do heat up to around 40 degree. Its winter at the moment so will be interesting to see how it will hold up during the summer. However i do experience shutter lag when switching between game and apps. improvement required.Camera is fast and picture quality is good with good light, low light photo have more noise but it is more than capable for most user. AI slow motion is very good feature when you shot a video and wanted it in slow motion, as you want to capture the moment and without the need to change it a different mode.Circle to search function is underrated, it is the most used feature since I own the phone, it's simple and way more convenient than google lens, as it allow you to search the screen you are looking at now.This is a very good phone, with the exynos 2400 so far seems a good chipset. I would recommend anyone who wants a phone that's capable of doing anything you name
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Upon receipt of my new Samsung S24 Ultra I was impressed. First of all, the packaging was very impressive. Environmentally friendly, no excessive materials used, simply a box that contains the phone and a charging cable.First impressions upon unboxing were definitely ‘wow, I love the screen, the feel and the shape of this!’.Set up was super simple, had the option to move over my information and apps from any other device but I chose ti set it up brand new!I began testing the camera and was very impressed with the zoom capabilities, the settings and options for the camera itself, the ability to alter the appearance and much more. I then discovered the stylus pen and enjoyed scribbling about whilst getting to know the device. Very good weight, well built mobile ... MoreUpon receipt of my new Samsung S24 Ultra I was impressed. First of all, the packaging was very impressive. Environmentally friendly, no excessive materials used, simply a box that contains the phone and a charging cable.First impressions upon unboxing were definitely ‘wow, I love the screen, the feel and the shape of this!’.Set up was super simple, had the option to move over my information and apps from any other device but I chose ti set it up brand new!I began testing the camera and was very impressed with the zoom capabilities, the settings and options for the camera itself, the ability to alter the appearance and much more. I then discovered the stylus pen and enjoyed scribbling about whilst getting to know the device. Very good weight, well built mobile phone, you know you’re holding something great in your hand from the offset.I explored all the features and was a big fan of the AI capabilities which Samsung talks about. It felt fun trialing capabilities and pushing the device to its limits through active running of variety of apps simultaneously. I was very impressed, I did not feel any overheating and I did not see any slowing down of the system despite having a game, YouTube, messages etc all running in background.Although I love the device I did think about the shape being quite square so personally I’d have preferred slightly rounder edges but this doesn’t affect my decision to buy. I was very happy with the system and speed of the device. The audio is great, watching a movie and listen to music were very pleasant experiences, with very clear voice audio but also great bass.I did not experience any lags, switching between apps was quick and easy.If I could improve anything it would probably be simply that Samsung include a charging plug with the order because it isn’t always convenient finding alternatives and it would make life easier if it was included.From beginning to end, my experience with this device has been amazing. I can’t quite comprehend how it happened but I fell in love with the Samsung system, ease of operations, solid build, attention to detail and uniqueness of it. The Samsung has gained a super place in my life and I’ve been absolutely loving using it everyday for various reasons, not sure I could go back to anything else I’ve ever know when this seems unbeatable!
| Network | 5G Sub-6 |
| Sim Card Type | Single SIM + eSIM |
| Operating System | Android 14 |
| Display | 6.2 Dynamic Amoled 2X |
| Video Recording | 8K |
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First impressions of the phone when unboxing, it feels like a quality product with a decent weight and feel without seeming to be too heavy. As soon as you turn it on it's clear that the screen on this is great. Having used it for more than a week now, the quality of the screen makes a huge difference when using this phone and is better than any other I've used so far. Inside or outside there's never any issue of being able to see the screen clearly.Set up from my old phone was very fast and easy, hardly had to do anything other than open up my old phone and set the link, everything I needed was ready to go very soon. The phone itself is fast and very responsive, a very smooth experience whether texting but also gaming something like COD is a very nice ... MoreFirst impressions of the phone when unboxing, it feels like a quality product with a decent weight and feel without seeming to be too heavy. As soon as you turn it on it's clear that the screen on this is great. Having used it for more than a week now, the quality of the screen makes a huge difference when using this phone and is better than any other I've used so far. Inside or outside there's never any issue of being able to see the screen clearly.Set up from my old phone was very fast and easy, hardly had to do anything other than open up my old phone and set the link, everything I needed was ready to go very soon. The phone itself is fast and very responsive, a very smooth experience whether texting but also gaming something like COD is a very nice experience.The new AI features have been very cool to use, and work very well. Day to day the ones I find most useful are the ones to recommend tones for your text messages depending on the scenario, and the summary of reading a website and getting a snapshot of the key info, have been so useful to use. The others could be useful for specific use cases but not ones I've needed so far, random tests have shown they've worked as expected.Battery life has been way beyond expectations, I have needed to charge it once every two days so far and always confident it will last me all day so I haven't needed to travel with my battery pack anymore. Also, with a suitable charger it gets to 100% very quickly, or if I need a top out before heading out on short notice I've been able to in only 10 minutes or so.Camera is great, has also been great in the past so nothing else really to say beyond that.I do wish however, that long pressing the power button let you turn it off rather than Bixby without needing to change settings, I've never really been a fan of Bixby compared to other options.Also a shame there is no sd card slot again, although there hasn't been one in other models previously either. For a phone with a great camera and ability to edit and save different versions this would make a difference in both taking and maintaining edited versions of photos all on the phone with confidence of never running out of space.Overall I absolutely would recommend this phone.
I have used the S24+ for over 2 weeks now, overall it meets me expectation, the exynos performance is more than capable. Before purchase I was left with disappointment with the return of exynos chipset on the S24 and S24+, after using for couple of weeks I am happy with the performance so far.Unboxing of the new S24+ just like other flagship you get nowadays, some paperwork and a USB type C to C cable and sim card ejection tools. It is a shame that now they do not comes with charger as I had to purchase a charger for it as my previous phone it only support up to 23W charging and with a 30W charger. S24+ support 45W charging so purchased a new charger to take full advantage of the charging speed.On the charging subject, I have had issue with the adaptive charging, ... MoreI have used the S24+ for over 2 weeks now, overall it meets me expectation, the exynos performance is more than capable. Before purchase I was left with disappointment with the return of exynos chipset on the S24 and S24+, after using for couple of weeks I am happy with the performance so far.Unboxing of the new S24+ just like other flagship you get nowadays, some paperwork and a USB type C to C cable and sim card ejection tools. It is a shame that now they do not comes with charger as I had to purchase a charger for it as my previous phone it only support up to 23W charging and with a 30W charger. S24+ support 45W charging so purchased a new charger to take full advantage of the charging speed.On the charging subject, I have had issue with the adaptive charging, as it will not hold the charge at 80% and top up to 100% at the final hour, instead it was fully charge immediately, but I was able to work around it by setting routine. It is slightly disappointing that after 2 weeks the adaptive charging still do not learn my pattern even I pick up the phone every morning around the same time.Performance is the reason I purchased the new phone, the Exynos 2400 is more than capable when compare to Snapdragon 8 gen 2. Playing on Genshin impact and other high demand resource hungry game, it performs well with little frame drop, temperature do heat up to around 40 degree. Its winter at the moment so will be interesting to see how it will hold up during the summer. However i do experience shutter lag when switching between game and apps. improvement required.Camera is fast and picture quality is good with good light, low light photo have more noise but it is more than capable for most user. AI slow motion is very good feature when you shot a video and wanted it in slow motion, as you want to capture the moment and without the need to change it a different mode.Circle to search function is underrated, it is the most used feature since I own the phone, it's simple and way more convenient than google lens, as it allow you to search the screen you are looking at now.This is a very good phone, with the exynos 2400 so far seems a good chipset. I would recommend anyone who wants a phone that's capable of doing anything you name
Upon receipt of my new Samsung S24 Ultra I was impressed. First of all, the packaging was very impressive. Environmentally friendly, no excessive materials used, simply a box that contains the phone and a charging cable.First impressions upon unboxing were definitely ‘wow, I love the screen, the feel and the shape of this!’.Set up was super simple, had the option to move over my information and apps from any other device but I chose ti set it up brand new!I began testing the camera and was very impressed with the zoom capabilities, the settings and options for the camera itself, the ability to alter the appearance and much more. I then discovered the stylus pen and enjoyed scribbling about whilst getting to know the device. Very good weight, well built mobile ... MoreUpon receipt of my new Samsung S24 Ultra I was impressed. First of all, the packaging was very impressive. Environmentally friendly, no excessive materials used, simply a box that contains the phone and a charging cable.First impressions upon unboxing were definitely ‘wow, I love the screen, the feel and the shape of this!’.Set up was super simple, had the option to move over my information and apps from any other device but I chose ti set it up brand new!I began testing the camera and was very impressed with the zoom capabilities, the settings and options for the camera itself, the ability to alter the appearance and much more. I then discovered the stylus pen and enjoyed scribbling about whilst getting to know the device. Very good weight, well built mobile phone, you know you’re holding something great in your hand from the offset.I explored all the features and was a big fan of the AI capabilities which Samsung talks about. It felt fun trialing capabilities and pushing the device to its limits through active running of variety of apps simultaneously. I was very impressed, I did not feel any overheating and I did not see any slowing down of the system despite having a game, YouTube, messages etc all running in background.Although I love the device I did think about the shape being quite square so personally I’d have preferred slightly rounder edges but this doesn’t affect my decision to buy. I was very happy with the system and speed of the device. The audio is great, watching a movie and listen to music were very pleasant experiences, with very clear voice audio but also great bass.I did not experience any lags, switching between apps was quick and easy.If I could improve anything it would probably be simply that Samsung include a charging plug with the order because it isn’t always convenient finding alternatives and it would make life easier if it was included.From beginning to end, my experience with this device has been amazing. I can’t quite comprehend how it happened but I fell in love with the Samsung system, ease of operations, solid build, attention to detail and uniqueness of it. The Samsung has gained a super place in my life and I’ve been absolutely loving using it everyday for various reasons, not sure I could go back to anything else I’ve ever know when this seems unbeatable!
This is Samsung's first foray into the AI space after another well-known mobile device manufacturer has been creating AI-powered CPUs for their phones for a few years now. I have one of those phones so will be comparing the latest Samsung flagship to this.Visually, the Galaxy S24 packs a punch in a compact form. It's a beautiful combination of flat glass screen (gone are the curved edges of older Galaxy series phones which have always been a frustration rather than a feature) and dark brushed aluminium wrapped around the sides (on the black version). The phone’s sleek design includes minimal bezels around the screen which maximises screen real estate whilst keeping the whole package as nice and small as possible. In an age of ever-expanding and unwieldy phone ... MoreThis is Samsung's first foray into the AI space after another well-known mobile device manufacturer has been creating AI-powered CPUs for their phones for a few years now. I have one of those phones so will be comparing the latest Samsung flagship to this.Visually, the Galaxy S24 packs a punch in a compact form. It's a beautiful combination of flat glass screen (gone are the curved edges of older Galaxy series phones which have always been a frustration rather than a feature) and dark brushed aluminium wrapped around the sides (on the black version). The phone’s sleek design includes minimal bezels around the screen which maximises screen real estate whilst keeping the whole package as nice and small as possible. In an age of ever-expanding and unwieldy phone sizes, the S24 presents as a very conveniently sized package without compromise.As with all Samsung phones, you know it has a fantastic Screen - the sharp and vivid display on the S24 enhances your viewing experience - whether you’re streaming, browsing, or gaming, the vibrant screen won’t disappoint.The S24 boasts all-new Galaxy AI and Google circle-to-search tools. Whether you’re curious about a web page, a YouTube video, or a photo you just took, the Circle to Search feature answers your queries effortlessly. Plus, the AI translation works like magic, bridging language barriers when travelling which is extremely helpful for me as I frequently travel for work!Something that has been becoming more of an important feature on phones these days is the ability to quick charge (especially for me in an airport). The S24’s fast charging supports up to 45W fast chargers which will fully charge the phone in approximately an hour.While the cameras might not outshine some competitors, the S24 offers more zoom features than most and a variety of shooting modes to enhance your photos including AI enhancements. With a promise of seven years of Android updates, this could be Samsung’s best affordable Galaxy S phone yet in the long-term when other phones are only being supported for a few years after which they seem to mysteriously slow down!In summary, the Galaxy S24 is a pocket powerhouse that balances performance, style, and practicality. 📱✨
I've been using my S24+ for a couple of months now. I upgraded from an S20+ which was getting past it's best with regards to battery and processing speed. Instantly, this phone felt like a superior product in my hand, in terms of how it’s built, certainly looking at it from the outside and the materials selection for the casing. The phone is also lighter and slightly different dimensions, it’s shorter and not a long as the S20+ but this is not to its detriment.The screen itself, the image/ graphics are clearer and crisper than the S20+ which I always felt was a bit disappointing. As it moves through the menus, it appears slicker and not as clunky. Setup on the phone was easy, and fast. It worked its way through the many apps I have installed with ease, the ... MoreI've been using my S24+ for a couple of months now. I upgraded from an S20+ which was getting past it's best with regards to battery and processing speed. Instantly, this phone felt like a superior product in my hand, in terms of how it’s built, certainly looking at it from the outside and the materials selection for the casing. The phone is also lighter and slightly different dimensions, it’s shorter and not a long as the S20+ but this is not to its detriment.The screen itself, the image/ graphics are clearer and crisper than the S20+ which I always felt was a bit disappointing. As it moves through the menus, it appears slicker and not as clunky. Setup on the phone was easy, and fast. It worked its way through the many apps I have installed with ease, the processor very up to the job, it wasn’t long before I was up and running. It has even connected simply and easily to all the other Samsung devices we have around the house.The AI features are cool, especially the circle to search which I’ve used many times so far. Some of the other features, like note and chat assist, are immature but will improve as it learns. The cameras far surpass the ones on my old phone, which was a constant disappointment. I was usually reverting to using my husbands S22 Ultra whenever we were out and about, to capture any moments as it would inevitably let me down or not produce a clear picture. The nightography is also significantly improved, I am looking forward to using this when we start doing all our Christmas traditions this year, to capture some stunning photos and memories.The extended performance and larger battery are excellent. I would normally have to charge my phone at work, half way through the day and then again in the evening but now it lasts all day and is still about 40-50% full at bedtime.Overall, I am impressed with this phone and super happy with how it performs, plus the new features which I’ve been able to use in my day-to-day use of the phone, since day one.
The Galaxy S24 is, for me, an upgrade from the Galaxy S22. It has the familiarity and ease-of-use of previous Galaxy phones but has improved and added features that give me the excitement of a new phone.The packaging is minimal, yet sturdy. Contents consist of the phone, a USB C cable, a SIM tool and a quick-start guide. There is no plug, but having owned several Galaxy phones, I had no need for another one.I chose the S24 over the S24+ due to the size and I am not disappointed. The phone has a premium feel, with an aluminium frame, and I like the Sapphire Blue back that I chose, which is only available when ordering from Samsung direct. The S24 has an increased battery size and a 6.2 inch screen but the phone still feels light and easy to hold and work with a ... MoreThe Galaxy S24 is, for me, an upgrade from the Galaxy S22. It has the familiarity and ease-of-use of previous Galaxy phones but has improved and added features that give me the excitement of a new phone.The packaging is minimal, yet sturdy. Contents consist of the phone, a USB C cable, a SIM tool and a quick-start guide. There is no plug, but having owned several Galaxy phones, I had no need for another one.I chose the S24 over the S24+ due to the size and I am not disappointed. The phone has a premium feel, with an aluminium frame, and I like the Sapphire Blue back that I chose, which is only available when ordering from Samsung direct. The S24 has an increased battery size and a 6.2 inch screen but the phone still feels light and easy to hold and work with a single hand. The screen is extremely clear and bright, with a maximum refresh rate of 120Hz.Two things worth mentioning, although neither are an issue for me, are that there is no expandable memory (for my use, the 256 GB should be ample) and there is no headphone socket.It was easy for me to set up the S24 and transfer data from the old phone automatically. This included transferring the apps across, although for security everything needs to be set up with existing passwords before the Fingerprint ID for different apps can be used.One of my favourite new features of the S24 is the AI Circle to Search Feature, which allows you to find out information on whatever is on your screen (whether, photo, video or text) by drawing a circle around the relevant image/text with your finger.I’m still getting used to the cameras on the S24 but the photos I have taken to date have been crisp and bright and the colours in the images are true to life. I like using the object eraser and the background blur features to personalise and improve photos.I have a Galaxy Watch 4 and it was easy to pair this watch with the S24 and I am enjoying using the Health features and tracking my sleep, particularly as I live with a couple of chronic conditions.Although I have only had the phone 10 days, it already feels like my best friend and, two years since I bought my previous Samsung Galaxy, it feels like technology has grown and improved so much in that time.
The Samsung Galaxy S24 is an unremarkable phone at first glance. Its 6.2 inch AMOLED slots neatly within the expectations for an average consumer in 2024, whilst its 256 Gigabytes of base storage is perfectly ample for all but the most demanding of mobile photographers, gamers or videographers. The 4000 mAh battery is dependable, and the colored Aluminium frame and Gorilla Glass back bears what can only be described by as a tired design, adorned by every member of Samsung's line up at every price range. However, look beyond the first glance, and there is absolutely no denying the brilliance of this year's flagship compact phone from Samsung. That display that at first glance seems to just meet expectations? It's a brilliantly bright AMOLED that renders colors with a ... MoreThe Samsung Galaxy S24 is an unremarkable phone at first glance. Its 6.2 inch AMOLED slots neatly within the expectations for an average consumer in 2024, whilst its 256 Gigabytes of base storage is perfectly ample for all but the most demanding of mobile photographers, gamers or videographers. The 4000 mAh battery is dependable, and the colored Aluminium frame and Gorilla Glass back bears what can only be described by as a tired design, adorned by every member of Samsung's line up at every price range. However, look beyond the first glance, and there is absolutely no denying the brilliance of this year's flagship compact phone from Samsung. That display that at first glance seems to just meet expectations? It's a brilliantly bright AMOLED that renders colors with a punch that is almost overwhelming at first glance, and which refreshes at a silken-smooth 120Hz. The panel is bordered with bezels that are so razor-thin that they give the phone an air of refinement and subtle class from the very first glance—the entirety of the gorgeous screen remains completely unadorned with any obnoxious obstructions, save for a tiny hole-punch selfie camera. And whilst the back panel does indeed resemble every single member of Samsung's lineup from the past year, its smooth, satin-touch back exudes a reassuring feel of quality whilst still maintaining a sleek and minimalist profile that renders the device instantly recognisable as a Samsung. Moreover, you can color that back panel in a number of distinctive hues and tones that range from understated and clean to just outright fun—I chose to split the difference with my model with the Cobal Violet finish, which I found to be just the right balance between unique and dressy in every lighting condition. All in all, the phone feels built like a tank, but with all of the grace and composure of a Porche 911—every surface feels meticulously engineered and crafted whilst still being light and dainty enough for me to easily wield the phone with just one hand. Wins for the Samsung come to be far more than just skin deep though—the S24 on Samsung’s OneUI 6.1 is the smoothest I can remember a Galaxy phone being, and it brings all of Samsung’s trademark software customizability and tidy visual design to a platform that feels smooth and fluid at every swipe. The last version of OneUI I had the pleasure of using was OneUI 4 based on Android 12, and whilst OneUI 6.1 still very evidently maintains a distinctive and coherent Galaxy character, the entirety of the experience feels so much more refined—much is made online of the improvements Samsung have brought to the animations, but in my mind the sheer brilliance of OneUI goes much further than just the nice few frames that play when you swipe to close an app. Almost every substantial action you take is rewarded by a reassuring vibration from the phone’s excellent haptic feedback system, whilst the new quick panel and fonts look distinctive without being obnoxious in its branding—everything just feels well-considered, almost articulate. In short, the software just feel deliberate—the entire experience exudes confidence in its identity, and it is executed in a manner so refined and intuitive that it has honestly become my favorite skew of Android. Beyond this, however, it is impossible to ignore the real headline feature of the S24 series this year—Galaxy AI. If, like me, you’ve come to find yourself tired of the word ‘AI’ being plastered on every product you’ve come across over the past few years, I get it—at this point, AI is a somewhat tired trope that has lost its meaning in a sea of marketing buzz and mediocre products. The S24s, however, aren’t quite at that point, though—Circle to Search, for example, is a legitimately well-thought out tool that pairs brilliantly with the replacement of Google Assistant for the ChatGPT-slaying Gemini chatbot on Android phones, and the summarization features on Samsung Internet have legitimately caused me to consciously chose Internet over Google Chrome. Live translation over phone is also a fantastic idea, although it is curtailed by being finnicky to set up and requiring you to select a language in the settings menu of the dialer before initiating a call. I found many features to be like this—they aren’t clearly advertised to the user, and I only found out about them later, when making a conscious effort to find out more about Galaxy AI on the internet. In my mind, in order to appeal to a more general audience, Samsung needs to very clearly advertise the presence and utility of Galaxy AI within its own apps, and make them more accessible to users simply using the phone in daily life, rather than hiding them behind menus that makes taking full advantage of your phone a conscious effort rather than a natural part of a daily workflow.Driving all of these efforts is the Exynos 2400 processor, a truly mighty ten core ARM based beast that performs brilliantly in day-to-day performance and a spot of gaming. Whilst I don’t have a phone equipped with this year’s very latest Qualcomm chip, the Snapdragon 8 Gen 3, to compare the 2400 with, the handset’s performance, much like the rest of the phone, has been dependable, reliable, and honestly somewhat unremarkable in that I never once had to think about it. I never was left wanting more power, and throughout my entire experience of the phone, including setup, the chip never heated beyond the slightest of warming, and even then, the heat dissipated very quickly once I stopped pushing the device. This seems to speak of a fairly efficient system, then, which was verified easily by my experience—only a few days after setup, I went for a road trip in which the S24 lasted me the entire day away from the plug after I left the house with just over 50% battery. Granted, I didn’t use the phone particularly much—music playback, navigation and the occasional text messages and videos were just about the extent of the device’s hardship, but for my use case, the S24 delivers absolutely outstanding battery life within that petite frame and can just about last me two days of fairly regular use.Finally, then, the cameras—how are they? In my experience, Samsung has made very sensible decisions when it comes to the hardware. The S24 is equipped with a 50 MP Wide camera, a 10 MP 3x telephoto and a 12 MP ultra-wide angle camera. This setup always delivers very pleasing, fairly vibrant photos in good lighting, with appealing if not quite natural colors in almost all lighting conditions—I did occasionally find myself missing the contrastier, more striking colors of some competitors, but the regardless was far more consistent, offering the same tasteful profiles and overall ‘look’ amongst almost S24 all zoom ranges and scenarios. The main camera produces in good lighting photos with well-considered and balanced color tone, although I found that it often tended towards warmer photos, as well as plenty of detail. The ultrawide is precisely what you would expect and produces photos in much the same grain as the main camera, whilst the telephoto offers a distinctive edge over other phones in its price bracket through sheer range—the S24 far outpaces any other phone in its category in Australia through simple distance. I do find the 3X portraits to be a little lacking in detail and stabilization, though, meaning that most of my portraits ended up just being either from the main camera or the selfie. At night, however, I found the cameras to be somewhat lacking in processing—the S24 sharpened photos to the point that they were blatantly artificial, and faces looked altered, whilst the scene was brightened in a manner that appeared overly unnatural. I understand that Samsung here is trying to extract as much detail as possible from the scene, but in moments like this I strongly preferred handsets that maintained the dramatic shadows and obscured colors present in real life even at the expense of some sharpness and detail. Otherwise? The S24’s setup is simple, reliable, and easy to use, and it boasts a versatility that no other phone in its price bracket can match here in Australia. It really is a well-considered setup that delivers everything you could possibly want from a smartphone camera, and would be my first pick for its price just for the flexibility of it. The selfie camera, too, is a proper unit, capable of 4K recording and which produces flattering photos in just about all passable lighting—it is genuinely refreshing to see a handset that pays proper attention to the selfie camera.So, all in all, the S24 is a contradiction in beautiful cobalt purple—it’s the most unremarkable phone you can imagine, yet this in itself is a brilliant achievement. With the S24, Samsung absolutely nailed everything the average consumer could come to ask for, and contained it within a handset that is light, elegant and immaculately constructed. It takes beautiful photos, has a screen that outpaces everything else in its class (not a very high bar to clear, though), shoots great photos in almost every condition, lasts all day and then some and keeps its cool all day, every day. It’s not hard to like, even love the S24—on the surface, it has almost no personality, no fun quirks or gimmicks other than ‘AI’ to sell you at the carrier store or the local JB. But, as we all have come to know, gimmicks soon grow old, new toys wear with age and there always comes a new one next year. The S24 however, remains a delight to use even when the elation of a new phone well wears off, or when the gimmicks grow old—it is slick, well-considered and tasteful in a graceful, minimalist fashion both inside and out. Yes, the phone has very little personality to speak of—but that is its personality—it is one that is elegant, deliberate, and reliable—that is to say, nothing short of brilliant.Well done, Samsung.
In my recent transition from the Samsung Galaxy S23+ to the S24+, I was primarily motivated by updating my phone rather than the expectation of significant differences between the two devices.While attempting to utilize the Smart Share feature, I encountered technical difficulties that resulted in freezing issues. As a workaround, I opted to establish a wired connection instead. It is worth noting that I had previously experienced similar challenges during my upgrade to the S23+.Initially, the battery life of the S24+ was a concern, as it required recharging during the day. However, this issue appears to have stabilized over time, and the battery now provides sufficient power to last an entire day without the need for additional charging.In terms of physical ... MoreIn my recent transition from the Samsung Galaxy S23+ to the S24+, I was primarily motivated by updating my phone rather than the expectation of significant differences between the two devices.While attempting to utilize the Smart Share feature, I encountered technical difficulties that resulted in freezing issues. As a workaround, I opted to establish a wired connection instead. It is worth noting that I had previously experienced similar challenges during my upgrade to the S23+.Initially, the battery life of the S24+ was a concern, as it required recharging during the day. However, this issue appears to have stabilized over time, and the battery now provides sufficient power to last an entire day without the need for additional charging.In terms of physical attributes, the S24+ is marginally longer compared to its predecessor, necessitating the purchase of a new protective case.One particularly impressive aspect of this device is its photo editing capabilities. These features have proven invaluable in a recent project involving the enhancement of old photographs, the removal of reflections from new images, and the overall improvement of visual quality.Furthermore, there have been noticeable improvements in the graphics rendering for gaming applications, accompanied by a reduction in lag.Additionally, the S24+ offers a convenient text editing feature that leverages artificial intelligence. By selecting text, users are presented with a range of suggested improvements, eliminating the need for downloading separate applications for similar purposes.All other aspects are quite similar, and it will likely require some time for me to fully comprehend all of the enhancements.
The Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra is a powerhouse with the Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 for Galaxy chipset, 12GB of RAM, and innovative 'Galaxy AI' features.The additional AI features bring many new uses this year, the ability to organise my notes efficiently, to be able to communicate seamlessly in many different languages, summarise web pages, make clever edits to photos, and instantly playback videos in slow motion all add to the feature-packed smartphoneThe camera setup, including a groundbreaking 200MP main camera, positions it as a potential camera phone leader. The 6.8-inch Dynamic AMOLED 2X display with a peak brightness of 2,600 nits enhances outdoor visibility.The pen is a great accessory to come with the phone, makes work effortless, so much easier than typing, ... MoreThe Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra is a powerhouse with the Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 for Galaxy chipset, 12GB of RAM, and innovative 'Galaxy AI' features.The additional AI features bring many new uses this year, the ability to organise my notes efficiently, to be able to communicate seamlessly in many different languages, summarise web pages, make clever edits to photos, and instantly playback videos in slow motion all add to the feature-packed smartphoneThe camera setup, including a groundbreaking 200MP main camera, positions it as a potential camera phone leader. The 6.8-inch Dynamic AMOLED 2X display with a peak brightness of 2,600 nits enhances outdoor visibility.The pen is a great accessory to come with the phone, makes work effortless, so much easier than typing, just write on the screen and it is turned into text. Also great for drawing and painting, it has made drawing logos etc so easy on the go when the inspiration is there.The one thing that would be a great feature would be a super fast charging mode. The device charges from 0 to full (or 85% if using the battery protection mode) in around 1 hour and 30 mins whereas some other competitors can charge in 45 minsOverall I am very happy with this product and highly recommend itThe camera setup, including a groundbreaking 200MP main camera, positions it as a potential camera phone leader. The 6.8-inch Dynamic AMOLED 2X display with a peak brightness of 2,600 nits enhances outdoor visibility.The pen is a great accessory to come with the phone, makes work effortless, so much easier than typing, just write on the screen and it is turned into text. Also great for drawing and painting, it has made drawing logos etc so easy on the go when the inspiration is there.I got the Samsung Ultra in purple, the colour is so eye-catching and I've had lots of comments on the colour. I love this phone, it’s brilliant.The one thing that would be a great feature would be a super fast charging mode. The device charges from 0 to full (or 85% if using the battery protection mode) in around 1 hour and 30 mins whereas some other competitors can charge in 45 minsOverall I am very happy with this product and highly recommend it
I have been using my new Samsung S24+ for close to 3 weeks now, and so far I have been very impressed.Starting with the unboxing experience, the phone comes in an understated black cardboard box, but as soon as you get inside the phone itself looks very sleek. After much deliberation I went for the Oynx Black and I'm really happy with how it looks in the satin finish.The S24+ feels great in the hand - substantial, but not bulky. I opted to purchase one of the cases Samsung offered as I am exceptionally clumsy, and it still remains comfy to hold.Be warned, the S24 series phones do not come with a power brick, just a USB-C cable as part of a plan to reduce e-waste. Thankfully you wont need to charge it often as the battery life it gets is massive; I am currently ... MoreI have been using my new Samsung S24+ for close to 3 weeks now, and so far I have been very impressed.Starting with the unboxing experience, the phone comes in an understated black cardboard box, but as soon as you get inside the phone itself looks very sleek. After much deliberation I went for the Oynx Black and I'm really happy with how it looks in the satin finish.The S24+ feels great in the hand - substantial, but not bulky. I opted to purchase one of the cases Samsung offered as I am exceptionally clumsy, and it still remains comfy to hold.Be warned, the S24 series phones do not come with a power brick, just a USB-C cable as part of a plan to reduce e-waste. Thankfully you wont need to charge it often as the battery life it gets is massive; I am currently sat at 58% battery, despite having last charged my phone a good 34 hours ago. The wireless charging in my car, something my previous device lacked, is also fantastically useful. No more arriving after a long drive to see that android auto has wiped out half my battery life!The screen truly does look glorious! The 6.7" display is, to me, the perfect size to fit in the hand without compromising the ability to "one hand" the phone. With the massive 3120 x 1440 resolution it uses, the pixel density makes sure everything looks incredibly sharp. Colours are vibrant with deep blacks and a sensibly set screen brightness out of the box, even moving into intense sunlight the screen remains really easy to read. I have briefly tried watching HDR content and this only serves to take things to another level.The fingerprint sensor on the S24+ is embedded in this screen and not only recognised my fingerprint every time, but its exceptionally quick too, bordering on instant.I've only had limited opportunities to use the camera but the few photos and videos I have taken have been crystal clear, I have included one from a recent London day out, with the camera focussing extremely quickly and shots looking very natural, even in lower light environments.Lastly the AI features, I wasn't sure how useful I would find these, but the circle to search feature is surprisingly helpful. Seen an obscure image and wondered what it was? Just circle it and you'll likely know seconds later. The photo editing magic of just removing things is neat, but potentially needs a little extra polishing to be perfect.Overall, very happy customer, and the S24 is well worth considering if you are looking for a new phone.
| Network | 5G Sub-6 |
| Sim Card Type | Single SIM + eSIM |
| Operating System | Android 14 |
| Display | 6.2 Dynamic Amoled 2X |
| Video Recording | 8K |
