Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra Unboxing & First Impressions!

[@ShaneSymonds]

Get up to $150 off, a free memory upgrade, and $600 trade in credit with this exclusive preorder link➡ howl.me/ci2mxUsIljZ What are your thoughts on the S23 Ultra? Thanks for watching!

[@kreigerbailey3550]

Portland, JAMAICA in the Building!!!

[@DRAWKCABLLA]

it pisses me off they ask over 1 thousand and cant even add EXPANDABLE STORAGE. I WANT MY SD CARD SLOT, lol fk these companies

[@drexq_477]

It looks the same as the last years 22 ultra. Maybe a little tight works here and there but to me it's the same and I'm pretty sure other people see it too.

[@wiezewee]

You can see the photos details by also just swiping up on the photo. Quicker than hitting the 3 dot menu

[@h3ctor272]

Why u lying. I can get this without the link

[@oscarleite7109]

This is what I call a proper review. Testing the thing in the real world, camera, battery life... not in a room talking about megapixels and megahertzs and benchmarks. Thumbs up Shane!

[@ShaneSymonds]

Appreciate the kind words!

[@perrynn7173]

Top comment right here.

[@kolkeet]

Why not both

[@afrolintln7677]

​@@ShaneSymonds does the s23 I have the lite performance mode from the fold 4 series?

[@ShaneSymonds]

@@kolkeet I did do both. Kept the hands on video short and to the point while other creators want to stretch out 1 hour of hands on time with the phones into 3 videos. I’d rather put my time and energy into real life use

[@skapunker1986]

Thanks for this review, I just bought one aswell, my first smartphone ever, last 7 years i had no mobile, and i loved the freedom it gave me, i know sounds odd, but i really liked not being reachable 24/7 everywhere i go. Before that i had an Siemens MC60 from 2004 from my High School days, When the first generations of smartphones came out i kinda felt like "these things are still way to new, i probebly better wait a few generations before they get all the kinks out" and before i knew it, its 10 years later. The thing that suprised me the most when i did research on smartphones, was that they could have up to 100 or 200 Megapixels !!!, my old Siemens MC60 had a camera of 0.5 Megapixel... i kid you not. so this felt like an improvement of 200 to 400x better than what i had before, (my old sony digital camera only has 12.1 megapixels) so i was suprised these flat phones could already do 200 Megapixel, thats the main reason i went for this newer model, rather than an previous samsung generation. I felt so excited that i just bought one, that i thought lets look up for an video to see what i can expect, and what i should do first, thats how i found this video !!

[@translatorsafy]

i hope you didn't regret 😅 on the contrary i decided to live without smartphone anymore now

[@risksbreakerx]

Love it how you compare the actual photos taken. Let the other review the specs. What matters is the actual results.

[@Reaper31292]

Great video. I think the S23 Ultra is what the S22 Ultra should have been. I'm probably going to trade in my 22 for the 23, and then keep it for the next 5 years. All of the small quality of life improvements, when taken together, seem to add up to a significantly better all around package.

[@life5161]

Till next Year

[@rodolfotsang4327]

I want it

[@WM-eg4gh]

Next year the whole foldable phones and expanding, sliding phones will take its mark whilst still holding 200 + additional more megapixel on other lenses that just one. It becomes more a killer but still not a DSLR killer

[@CuriousGamer022]

​@@life5161u realise u don't have to upgrade every year,u can keep the same phone for the next 5 to 8 years with it fully updated to the new phones

[@johnb.8944]

I just received it. 512 GB and the same color! It looks amazing!! I switched from S10 plus. #teamsamsung ❤️

[@omarvasquez2721]

How did you get it so early ?

[@johnb.8944]

@@omarvasquez2721 pre-order and I got it for less money

[@mikenguyen2006]

Its not released until February 17...how?

[@ShahulHameed-bg4wg]

@@mikenguyen2006 different countries have different release dates

[@fashionmaverick1]

This was a phenomenal review with authentic real world comparisons of both the S23U vs the S22U pros and cons to each other. I'm currently using an S22U and said I was awaiting next year's arrival of the S24U, but the more reviews I watch, especially the ones focusing on attention to detail and indepth specs like yours...has created indecisiveness on my part. The lavender S23U in 512gb is calling my name and I'm considering the investment potential for a beautiful S23U device.

[@mikewoodall1599]

Great video👍🏻. This S23Ultra is the best Galaxy Ultra ever 💯. I have all Ultra's , S20, Note20, S21 , S22 and now the S23 Ultra. I am loving it 😍. Thank you Samsung, you make me happy 🙏 .

[@joyfulone1974]

I wasn't going to upgrade from my S22 Ultra but so glad I did. I liked my S22 Ultra but I didn't love it like my Note 9. The battery is better on S23 Ultra. It's smoother & faster. The sound for stereo & call quality better. I also noticed better reception. Less glitches. It's what the S22 Ultra should of been. I'm still testing out the cameras but so far so good.

[@KARMA-wz2nj]

@@joyfulone1974with the s23 series Samsungs the snapdragon chip was made for them so the chip could produce more power and efficiency while making the phone smoother and more snappy like what apple does

[@luckyyou774]

Nave S22U 12gb Ram, will keep it for now, maybe S25U, or S26U, because S25U will be sa e as S24U

[@gerardoavila3960]

This is the type of reviews I'm always looking for when it comes too samsung galaxy ... thank you!

[@Madletye]

Been using my S23 ultra for a week now, an upgrade from my s20+ and I love it so much

[@Annastacia197]

Was thinking that for it and iphone which one should i go for and i feel like s23 ultra is a way to go and not everyone is using it 😊😊😊

[@TheGaming_Prince]

Proper review showing actual usage and unbiased results. I pre-Ordered the galaxy S23 Ultra and cant wait to get it 😆

[@nikosbn7079]

How do you protect the screen? Is so curved like s22u?

[@aritradeb372]

Looks like it will be a worthy upgrade over my three-years old OnePlus 8 pro. Finally the battery performance seems to be promising on a Samsung flagship.

[@jyu0795]

Upgrading from OnePlus 8T+, haven't been excited for any releases until now!

[@singapore5500]

Snapdragon version available in india ?

[@emiliorubio1797]

Same here, I have a op8t and the new one plus aren't as great

[@amirvalamahmoudi5541]

i still have my oneplus 6, im planning to upgrade when the s24 comes out

[@juliusseizuire]

Thank you so much for this and thank you for actually showing us the picture quality, this really helped me with thinking about getting the Samsung s23. Being someone who has always had iPhone and stuck by them I have recently started believing that Samsungs are better phones. I take pictures all the time anywhere I go so this is a perfect review to me. So you’ve turned me from iPhone to Samsung. Thank you

[@brolyassasin8354]

You joking right 😂

[@joshlawhorn]

@Broly Assasin why would they be joking? If you step off the hype of apple and actually test it out you will notice a difference. I left apple 4 years ago never looked back

[@mr.silhouette6252]

@@brolyassasin8354 You do realize everything you think Apple has said it comes out with Samsung has been doing for years lol

[@marshallc.t.2554]

@@joshlawhorn for me it's all about the ecosystem. I buy Samsung because I use Windows PCs for gaming. If I was on Mac I would buy iPhones.

[@홍이-n9s]

저도 아이폰 유저입니다 헌데 이번 23울트라받고 생각이ㅜ달라졌습니다 한국에서는 젋은층은 아직도 아이폰입니다 하지만 성능은 갤럭시 입니다..한국은 어릴때 8살이나 그전부터나 갤럭시ㅜ보급형을 사용합니다 그래서 중학생이나 고등학생되면 보급형을벗어나 아이폰으로갑니다 그래서 다릅니다 ..보급형 썻던 갤럭시 생각이없는것

[@corneliussmith5875]

The s23 ultra is my first note and S series device at the same time. All I can say it makes my life easier. I got 1000 off with my carrier deal for $8 dollars a month it was a no brainer. The phone is just a beast Willam be payed off in a year. Im definitely not upgrading for at least 5 years.

[@av822]

This is so far the best review I saw. I like the way you compared the previous model vs new one.👍

[@remondobriyard1]

Satisfied video! S23 Ultra 😍😍

[@andyp.4205]

Just upgraded on Google Fi to the S23 Ultra from my still perfectly good S20 Ultra. I think the S20 Ultra was and is a great phone. I'm guessing the new phone doesn't have a factory built in screen protector like it did on the S20? Loving the new green phone and awaiting delivery. For $427 to upgrade after trade-in it was a no-brainer. After 3 years I've only used only 62 GB of my 128GB storage and never used the SD card. So the new phone with 512GB I should be good.

[@jacquelineesposito5507]

Ok i am sold. Based on your detailed side by side review, i am going to pre-order and traded in my S21+ , thanks shane.

[@dennnnnismo]

What a top top review bro. This work ethic will pay off. Simpl yet perfect. Touched on things that matter 💯🇿🇼👌🏾

[@nigelsdebbie]

Just the review I was looking for, thank you! Upgrading to this one (from my Note 10+) in Lavender, 512GB so definitely an awesome upgrade for me. Just pre-ordered mine, can't wait!

[@tiarastokes3897]

Same! Gonna miss the unique chrome back of the Note

[@anelayala8187]

Hahaha I have galaxy s9+, but it is time for this baby.

[@BEYOND-EGO]

Same phone this shit

[@BEYOND-EGO]

I have s10 plus ill ugrade in 2025

[@alexestrada2331]

@@BEYOND-EGO Dude same here. I have the S105G Ill upgrade in 2025. We will see how the new Samsung S25 Ultra will be. The only thing I'm going to miss is the headphone Jack cable that you can connect in the hole that the S10 plus and the S10 5G has for the AUX.

[@reloader523]

Finally found a regular guy doing a review that doesn't have all kinds of statistics and information that is useless to us looking forward to more reviews

[@khanscombe619]

What about actual call quality or loudness? Bluetooth & WiFi 6e /7 stability test? Is the 1Tb worth the extra $400 for big files ? Or is using an external USB-4 nVme OK?

[@GOTWitcheR1]

Bro this phone is just super amazing he is a monster best galaxy phone from long years this phone is even better than iphone all the time you should buy it

[@blairthandi7058]

Brilliant review. I have had my S10+ for 3 years, and live it. It still holds up as one of the best phones ever, but the Bixby and power buttons have fallen off. Time for an upgrade, and I will be getting this one over the s24, as they are eliminating the curved display. I will buy the S23 Ultra, and just keep the S10+ as a phone for home usage, like for streaming sports, or watching KZbin.

[@ubaidkhan7904]

literally me right now. have s10plus and getting s23 ultra. the s10plus has been a beast, probably the best samsung made

[@dlervan8876]

perfect review as I thought Samsung never disappointed it's clear as day that s23 ultra was promised as they said proud of Samsung 💜

[@Nitah89]

I'll be upgrading to this from my 2018 Huawei. But what worries me is the screen and scratches (from being in my purse, in and out of pockets with zippers)... I understand physical screen protectors (which have saved my old phone numerous times) is a problem with that screen finger print sensor? But are the original screen/glass so good these days that they are enough on their own? I saw a one-year-later review of the S22 Ultra and it had gotten a few minor scratches. I don't want those.. 🙈 My close to 5-year-old Huawei has always had screen protectors on the screen AND extra on the camera lenses and has absolutely no scratches or marks.

[@ILovestorms1128]

I ordered the lavender one...can't wait to for it to come in...💕

[@taejinchoi4777]

Hello ~ Do you like using this phone? Is it good?

[@gr7199]

Outstanding review. Ordered my green ultra.

[@diegogutierrez536]

Cant wait to get it, im upgrading from the S21+

[@kindofanmol]

Much better of a review than those big tech youtubers. They never give an on-ground review from the perspective of an average consumer.

[@TheHummingBirdJaiye]

Not Lime colored 🤣 But love this review. Straight to the point. Rocking the S22Ultra. I got to play with the s23ultra and I can definitely feel some minor differences but not much. It's a beast of the phone.

[@phillippugh2161]

Thanks for showing the capabilities of that 200mp camera

[@scribble6766]

I am still using the note9. I have ordered my s23 ultra and can't wait to get it. For me it will be a huge upgrade from note 9 to s23.

[@CristianLopez-xi4rt]

I come from a 500GB S21 Ultra, I'm just exited about my pre order for the 1TB cream color S23 Ultra. I'm really big into emulators like the PS2, GameCube and Nintendo consoles. With double the storage and over 50% in CPU and over 30% GPU performance with the same and maybe better battery efficiency, I'm sold.

[@Sveinn1984]

Fantastic comparison. I always avoid the ultras because I don't like big phones but I spend a lot of time taking pics in mountain backcountry and the s22 vanilla just doesn't produce the quality pictures I want and i always wish I had more zoom detail, so finally decided to go with the 23 ultra

[@HeyJaredHowYaDoin]

Hold up, osrs flashed across the sceeen 😅 subscribed. Do you play with the pen actually tho?

[@noneofya6503]

They were so close. They should have committed and completely squared off the sides. Would have added a little weight and thickness but it will definitely give it a more secure and rugged feel. I hope they square it off more for the s24

[@shelbyfanman]

I still think the best form factor was the S10 5G. Width, height and the general shape was 😚👌🏽

[@williamdavidson4576]

Great review, Shane! You're the only one out there that's actually slowed down and taken the time to show in detail the flattened sides of the phone. I was curious about that part but everyone else seemed to just gloss over it. Also great comparison photos from S22 to S23. I'm also going to use your link to trade in My 22 Ultra. Thank you.

[@ShaneSymonds]

The more I am using the phone the more I am loving the flatter sides. Going back to the S22 Ultra feels odd with its very rounded sidings. The flatter sidings feel way better in the hand.

[@shockracer]

Great review! I am curious if the S-pen and other components are used from or are cross compatible with the S22 Ultra?

[@salihsalimv]

Brilliant review. Focusing on the day to day experience of an avg user. Relevant comparison to the predecessor. Please do a night time photo/video comparison with S22U. PS: we're getting our preorders earlier (from 7th Feb) here in the UK.

[@RanjithKumar-zb2vr]

An excellent first impression 👏 and nice comparison with S22 Ultra .. 👍👍👍

[@octaviorosousa9001]

I'm currently using my S21 ultra and I love it.

[@jc-jw2hh]

Amazing proper and spoken with clarity and not that stupid sled talk everyone on KZbin is doing to sound important, your video was absolutely flawless and I'm subscribed great video.

[@ShaneSymonds]

Thanks for the kind words! I try to improve on the conventional tech video format in the best ways I can!

[@jroberts3428]

im so hyped to get mine!

[@Dynasty_VR]

It's time to leave my Note 10 behind, really excited to pick this up in a couple weeks

[@ChloeASMR91]

i have the s22 ultra hoping to upgrade to s24 ultra in February 2024 :)

[@sophalkao9537]

Great video. Thanks you

[@willdoug6604]

i just got the s23 ultra in phantom black such a sick phone glad i got it :)

[@iceplanetchris2052]

Awesome review! I’m buying this phone very soon for travel purposes. I’m super excited to take pictures with that awesome camera.

[@Mohamad-eg7wq]

مقارنة ومراجعة في قمة الاحترافية والمصداقية وكأنك تجيب على تساؤلات المتابعين ومستخدمي S22UlTRA والمقبلين على اقتناء وشراء S23Ultra الهاتف الخارق من سامسونج. احسنت صنعا يا صديقي 👍

[@kylotech5056]

Went in to a t-mobile to look at it yesterday, it's waaay more grippy without the case than my current note 20U.

[@musamusa2961]

Thank God I will buy some for myself

[@amituofo.]

Just ordered. Got free upgrade to 512gb and free earbud2/case using the 150 credit.

[@sas_si-fi]

Is it just me or anyone else too. Happy to see BIBLE app in your phone ❤️🫡

[@ShaneSymonds]

Some people are happy to see it, some people unsubscribe because they see it, you can't please everyone in this world. I'm just showing the device in the exact way I use it everyday!

[@ValCharis]

I can't wait to see your full cases line up hands on for the Ultra!

[@ShaneSymonds]

Looking to post that video around 2/8!

[@ValCharis]

@@ShaneSymonds Great 🤭🤍

[@DaKoolDude]

Now this is what you call a review.😊

[@andycowan333]

Great review, love the detailed comparison with the s22 Ultra, so useful and informative

[@LStvfne5373]

this phone looks phenomenal! a shame in my country it´s expensive asf

[@IFeelTheDark]

Thank you for the comparison between the S22 and s23 camera systems. I just ordered a 23 ultra to replace my Note 10+ and your findings were eye opening. I didn't think the difference would be that obvious.

[@evelinecarolinelienhuaming1184]

The Square Design & Camera Position is so Classy!!! I Love Ultra Series!!! ✌🏻😃✌🏻

[@evelinecarolinelienhuaming1184]

@@mohammadabusalak5445 ✌🏻😁✌🏻

[@evelinecarolinelienhuaming1184]

@@mohammadabusalak5445 Shank U!!! 👌🏻😁👌🏻

[@mohammadabusalak5445]

You using Facebook? You have Facebook account??send me your fb account name

[@stevennocella5805]

Yeah I am coming from a one plus 7 pro and I already pre ordered the s23 ultra 512 /12 gigs of memory Can't wait till I get it

[@b4ast]

Lmao I like how he has a scale to measure the weight 😂

[@ShaneSymonds]

Lol I use that scale like 3x a day between weighing devices and measuring out stuff for my shakes

[@محمدالحجازي-ث6ك]

​@@ShaneSymonds Is there a difference between speed and photography with the S23 Ultra phone with RAM 12 and the S23 Ultra with RAM 8

[@nightcorechris3858]

​@@محمدالحجازي-ث6ك i wouldn't think there is a lot, except for games and opening apps, ram won't don't much

[@chethansb7984]

Very Detailed Info & Unboxing alongwith the comparison .Keep up the good work & Good Luck 🤞

[@nemo7625]

Great video. Sold. Just processed my pre-order

[@RSx94]

Just bought one. My old S10 started fail rapidly. Sadly.

[@anaszahid7773]

S23 is going to be the Beast of 2023

[@champasama6839]

Low battery

[@PinkPlatinum]

Is it worth upgrading from s20 ultra 5G and its ability to insert SD cards?

[@zenatic5150]

Is the screen protector was included with the phone?

[@Red_Pill_King]

The phone is nice but It's not a major change! I will definitely wait for the S24 Ultra.🙃 Excelente review!☕️

[@jonathanoxlade4252]

From a note 20 it's a major upgrade but yea Ile probably get the s26 then another 3 years then the possibility of a Fold ultra 10 because I am waiting for a consumer model that is worth it

[@jayloving2005]

I am waiting for a s30

[@shroey20]

I was gonna buy the PS5, but I think I'm going to wait for the PS14

[@victuringan1429]

@@jonathanoxlade4252 major upgrade from Note 20? 🤣

[@mkolodenko]

Video gave us great information for us to make our own choice. I have pixel 4 (5g), so easy choice for me. Preordered green! It pays to be patient.

[@allaussievlogs9028]

I'm getting the black one tomorrow, really looking forward to it. I currently have the s10plus and haven't needed to upgrade it till now

[@QbanCelli]

You've been telling us that the S22 ultra had an amazing camera. Now the S23 comes out and all of the sudden the S22 ultra camera is bad? Not surprised.

[@QbanCelli]

@Mr_Shane_Symonds When I said You I didn't mean you specifically, I meant Most of the reviewers in KZbin and the web.

[@marfe8814]

I actuallly ordered that today ahhahhaaha i hope i wont regret

[@gigahertzmedia]

I'm really excited!

[@annamariecase8837]

Mine will be here in 2 days and I am SO EXCITED.

[@driftingcool]

Old school runescape!! Woooo!

[@nomeemania]

Makes the iPhone look like . can't wait to get mine next month!!!

[@dhanush_gh]

Super guru! 👌🏽👍🏽 This phone is ❤️

[@mustafas6297]

Man, am i really the only one who prefers the black colour. Too bad i already pre-orderd mine. The green is amazing ngl.

[@jonathansmith1786]

Black for me

[@Dec4AllTimeAlways]

I'm a huge Michael Jordan fan. Yesterday was MJ Day (2-3-23). He's the GOAT. Not LeBron, Kobe, Steph, or KD. He's still higher than Tom Brady. Don't care about the Crying Jordan memes or if Brady has 7 rings. I bought NBA 2K23 because of that number and to do all the Jordan Challenges. I'm getting S23 Ultra. For Kobe fans or Ken Griffey Jr. fans, wait for the S24 next year if #24 is your thing. But I'll always rock #23 before #24. That's synonymous to G.O.A.T thanks to Michael Jeffrey Jordan. LeBron wore #23 too but notice 2-3-23 became Michael Jordan Day. The number will be synonymous to Jordan forever. Holy crap! I just realized the S23s will be released on Michael Jordan's birthday (Feb 17). He's turning 60. Dang, Samsung created their Michael Jordan of phones. Their GOAT. Notice anything affiliated with Jordan is the GOAT.... 1984 NBA Draft Class 1992 Dream Team 1996 Chicago Bulls NBA Street Vol. 2 (had 3 MJs) NBA 2K11 Air Jordan 1, 3, 11 1998 NBA Finals (highest viewership) The Last Dance (won an Emmy) Crying Meme All the ads MJ did. Even 1996's Space Jam wasn't a flop and critically panned unlike LeBron's Space Jam. The number 23 is synonymous with excellence if Michael Jordan is wearing it. I can only think of the Michael Jordan when he went to Wizards or his cologne that flopped and that actually smells good!! We won't get an iPhone 23 until 2031. Might as well get the S23 to match the year I got it. Jordan was born the Year of the Rabbit (1963) and this is the Year of the Rabbit. And rabbits are known for breeding but being lucky especially in business. I'd know. My mom was born in 1963 too and is very lucky with money. MJ23 IS THE GOAT FOREVER!

[@sonataq14]

Is this available for Firstnet?

[@mobileknowledge8374]

Love from India 🇮🇳 🎉

[@eddyarmandosojomonge6553]

Hi Shane, thanks for your video, one question, do you know what the plastic cover that the Samsung s23 ultra has on the right side under the buttons?

[@mr.emrecoban]

Thank you for showing all the details and for the review, I had a question about this device, are the top and bottom bezels of the screen perfectly level or is the bottom bezel thick?

[@driftingforward]

DO you have to use the fingerprint or face rec?

[@jamiehunter3567]

Fantastic review as usual Shane. Did you trade in anything for it or did you just buy it straight out ?

[@ShaneSymonds]

Thanks @jamiehunter3567! I did actually decide to trade in my S22 Ultra toward the S23U. Not the best trade in value this year but after factoring in Samsung credits and bundling it with a discounted Galaxy Book Ultra, I'm pretty happy overall and understand I am paying a premium for a premium device

[@juanshotjuankill7945]

Thoroughly enjoyed this review. Many thanks! I have this exact model and color pre-ordered. Well done. Cheers!!

[@Ivan.Nikolic]

I'm currently thinking of buying it for primarily recording the videos.. This video was helpful, thank you so much

[@Fuad777az]

Hi Shane. Thanks for the detailed video? Your s22 Ultra is an Exynos or Snapdragon version?

[@ShaneSymonds]

My S22U is a snappy.

[@Fuad777az]

@Shane Symonds thanks for the reply. So the battery is significantly better or just like 20% more or so?

[@radchad1498]

Have you messed with/compared macro shots at all?

[@water7apple]

Thank you for talking about the speaker quality and feel in hand - important qualities for a PHONE!

[@realessayog6947]

Wow these phones are truly powerful

[@tbublz]

I don't like the unnatural colors on the 23.But I see the improved shots. It's not worth giving up my 22 for I don't think just yet.

[@jonathanoxlade4252]

The colours are natural just everything else they put up the saturation in logos and icons the video screen is perfect colour tho All phones have a delta error of below 3 I hate apple because you can't make the phone how you want it

[@alibasel6473]

It's my first time watching your video, but I like how you break down everything and explain everything step by step. Deserve a thumb up 👍🏻 FR

[@unearth87]

Great video! Would you say it's worth upgrading from a s21 ultra?

[@Apostolinen]

you get a like for having Dolphin installed. Well done.

[@nileshmore7792]

I bought this Device ❤

[@justinedacullo]

That's why I just love Samsung it's just so cool

[@Shan-00]

Phone wold king samsung s23 ultra 👑👊

[@WillooWisp]

Great review! Does it come with a screen protector film already attached?

[@WillooWisp]

It does not, if anyone else wonder.

[@Tonystark26-11-2]

Buen trabajo la información quedas todo se entiende claro con lujo de detalles muchas gracias sigue así me suscribo a tu canal