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Samsung Electronics Co. unveiled its latest iPhone-rivaling Android smartphones on Wednesday, improving the cameras, battery life and design with its new ...

Top-end Android phones with improved sustainability announced alongside Galaxy Book 3 laptops.

The Galaxy Book 3 Ultra is the largest and best performing of Samsung’s new laptops. The Galaxy Book 3 Pro 360 is a two-in-one version with a 16in touchscreen that can fold over the back to turn it into a tablet. The Galaxy Book 3 Pro comes with a 14in or 16in screen in a traditional clamshell design. [Windows 11](https://www.theguardian.com/technology/windows-11) laptops all ship with the latest 13th-generation Intel Core chips and crisp 3K Amoled screens with 120Hz refresh rates. The S23 and S23+ have smaller 6.1in and 6.6in displays respectively. It is joined by the smaller S23 and S23+, all of which use the top Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 chip from Qualcomm in metal and glass designs with fast and bright screens.

The Samsung Galaxy Book 3 Ultra arrives with a military-grade spec sheet, but does it stack up against Apple's Macbook Pro?

[Ru Paul’s Drag Race](https://www.gq-magazine.co.uk/grooming/article/rupauls-drag-race-makeup-tips) on your lunch break, so you might be wondering if this is really for you. Sync up your Samsung tablet as a second monitor for a professional at-home rig, and control all your devices from the trackpad and keyboard, a handy upgrade for slinging a Whatsapp message during work calls without looking sus. It’s lightweight but these bulging graphical biceps will set you back £2,449, which is only marginally cheaper – £200 – than the latest All that roughly translates to one of the most powerful laptops that could easily take on some of the highest-spec desktop PCs for speed. At last, a well-muscled, endlessly equipped laptop that has a shot. Whether you’re a travelling gamer looking for next-gen power, a serial spreadsheet manager desperate to turn your efficiency into overdrive, or a work-heavy editor using graphic-intensive apps like Photoshop, Samsung is confident you can get anything done with speed and precision.

1-Ranked Industry Analyst Patrick Moorhead covers Samsung's Galaxy Unpacked event where Samsung announced its new Galaxy S23 flagship smartphones and ...

Samsung could not have designed the Galaxy Book3 Ultra at a better time. Samsung has also minimized the camera bump on the back of the Galaxy S23 and S23+, making it more in line with the camera bump on the back of the S23 Ultra. Considering I was able to get a hand-on experience with the Galaxy Book 3 Ultra, I’ll say that Samsung really knows how to make a premium device. I appreciate Samsung's reduction in curvature for the Galaxy S23 Ultra. Amon also talked about how the Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 is for Galaxy which leads me to believe there is some semi-customization in the S23 processor. The Galaxy S23 Ultra supports real-time ray tracing for enhanced gaming, and Samsung says its 5,000 mAh battery also lasts 20% longer. The Galaxy S23 devices boast Qualcomm's newest Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 system-on-chip (SoC), and it is one of the biggest generational improvements I have ever seen in an SoC. Alongside 45% better power efficiency and 25% better Adreno GPU performance, it has 60% better performance per watt (PPW) and 90% better overall performance compared to the Snapdragon 8 Gen 1. Although the raised aluminum back on the S22 and S22+ looks better in my opinion, changing the backs to match the S23 Ultra makes sense. While monikers like "Max," "Ultra" and "Pro" always help in differentiating the different levels of devices, when Samsung includes its "Ultra" in a device, it means it. However, not everyone can pull off a high-megapixel camera sensor like the Galaxy S23 Ultra's 200MP camera sensor with its pixel-binning technology and AI-powered ISP. This week Samsung announced its next-generation S23, S23+, and S23 Ultra flagship smartphones, alongside five new Ultrabook laptops in its Galaxy Book series.

Should you get the Ultra and enjoy the new 200-megapixel camera or stick with a smaller handset? We have recommendations.

[Android 13](https://www.wired.com/story/android-13-features-and-how-to-download/)), which is the best software policy you'll find with Android phones. It has a 5,000-mAh battery, and Samsung says it will last 20 percent longer than last year's S22 Ultra despite having the same capacity. The Galaxy S23 Ultra is the crème de la crème of Samsung's lineup. (Remember, there's no more charging adapter in the box, so you'll have to supply one yourself.) The big change is the primary camera, which uses a new 50-megapixel sensor for improved dynamic color range. [120-Hz screen refresh rates](https://www.wired.com/story/high-refresh-rate-explained/), and have the basics like wireless charging, robust 5G and Wi-Fi 6E support, in-display fingerprint sensors, and IP68 water resistance. The internal storage starts at 256 GB, which is important since Samsung stopped including microSD card slots in its high-end phones in 2021. If you're snagging last year's [Galaxy S22](https://www.wired.com/story/samsung-galaxy-s22-ultra-deals/) instead for cheap, well, [we've got accessory recommendations as well](https://www.wired.com/gallery/best-samsung-galaxy-s22-cases-accessories/). [1-Year Subscription to WIRED for $5 ($25 off)](https://subscribe.wired.com/subscribe/splits/wired/WIR_AFFILIATE?source=HCL_WIR_EDIT_HARDCODED_0_COMMERCE_AFFILIATE_ZZ). These phones are powered by Qualcomm's Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 for Galaxy chip with 8 GB of RAM—not just in the US, but globally. They're made of aluminum, and the glass protecting the screen and the rear is Corning's latest Gorilla Glass Victus 2. We break down what's different between each model, what's new, and which one is right for you. [Galaxy S23, S23+, and S23 Ultra](https://www.wired.com/story/samsung-galaxy-s23-phones-galaxy-book3-laptops).

Samsung's newest Galaxy Book3 series are the ultimate PCs for Samsung Galaxy users looking for seamless multi-device connectivity and peak computing power.

16 5G model availability may vary by market. * 5G availability may vary by market and model. Availability of Galaxy Book Smart Switch may vary depending on OS. Available devices and browsers may subject to change. 3 Instant Hotspot is only available on Samsung Galaxy smartphone with One UI 4.1.1 and Bluetooth capable Windows PC with Windows 11 22H2 or above. 2 Recent Websites is only available when using Samsung Internet app on Samsung Galaxy smartphone with One UI 3.1.1 or above (Samsung Galaxy S, Note, Z Fold, Z Flip) and Windows PC with Windows 10 20H1 or above. 1 Users must link their Samsung Galaxy devices to their Windows PC through Link to Windows on phone and the Microsoft Phone Link App on PC and follow the set-up prompts, including being signed into the same Microsoft account. * Typical value tested under third-party laboratory condition. 76Wh (Typical) 63Wh (Typical) To use Windows Hello requires specialized hardware, including fingerprint reader, illuminated IR sensor or other biometric sensors and capable devices. * Typical value tested under third-party laboratory conditions.

The MacBook Pros are a lot of things, but cheap isn't one. Performance comes at a price. It's certainly a philosophy Samsung subscribes to.

Galaxy S23 Ultra's most advanced camera, next-level gaming performance, and more eco-conscious design come together in Samsung's most innovative Galaxy S ...

Installation of the latest software versions of Samsung Galaxy smartphone and Galaxy Buds devices is required. Actual charging speed may vary depending on the actual usage, charging conditions and other factors. Samsung Multi Control,20 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. At the core of the Samsung Galaxy S series’ premium experience is the uncompromising innovation of Samsung Galaxy Ultra. Water resistant in up to 1.5 meters of fresh water for up to 30 minutes and protected from dust, dirt, and sand. ***Results from internal Samsung lab tests, conducted with 45W Travel Adapter connected to newly pre-released version of Galaxy S23 Ultra while device had 0% of power remaining, with all services, features and screen turned off. The Galaxy S23 series raises the bar for premium technology that can enrich people’s lives and help contribute to a healthier planet. For users who want the ultimate creative control and customization, the Galaxy S23 series offers a suite of tools that differentiate any photography experience. Plus, Samsung Galaxy’s vapor chamber, now bigger13 and on every Galaxy S23 series model, keeps your gaming marathon going. “The entire Galaxy S23 series is the new standard-bearer of trustworthy premium smartphone experiences. today unveiled the Galaxy S23 Ultra, Galaxy S23+, and Galaxy S23, marking a new era of Samsung Galaxy’s ultimate premium phone experience. 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 Pen2 that many long-time Samsung Galaxy users know and love offers more possibilities for productivity, notetaking, hobbies and more.

The stage is set for Samsung Unpacked 2023, where the company will unveil its latest Galaxy S23 smartphones, Galaxy Books, and possibly something more.

In addition to the smartphone announcement, we can expect Samsung to announce its updated Galaxy Book laptop. Following Samsung's previous announcement patterns, we can expect the phones to be called the Galaxy S23, Galaxy S23 Plus, and Galaxy S23 Ultra. If you want to take advantage of that offer, you may want to act fast, as the last day to sign up is Feb. At Samsung Unpacked, we can expect Samsung to unveil its newest smartphone lineup, the Galaxy S23 phones. The event will be live-streamed in its entirety. If you want to get a first look at the devices and see the reveal live, here's how.

Galaxy S23 Ultra's most advanced camera, next-level gaming performance, and more eco-conscious design come together in Samsung's most innovative Galaxy S.

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