Samsung Galaxy Unpacked Highlights: Galaxy S24 Series Is Here
Samsung on Wednesday (January 17) officially unveiled the flagship Galaxy S24 Ultra, Galaxy S24+ and Galaxy S24 smartphones.
Prices of the Galaxy S24 series starts from $799 for the base model with 8GB RAM and 128GB storage, going up 512GB for the highest model. The Galaxy S24+ is priced at $999 (roughly Rs 82,500) for the base 12GB/256GB model. The super premium Galaxy S24 Ultra has a starting price of $1,300 (roughly Rs 1,05,000) for the 12GB/256GB model. India pricing of these devices will be announced tomorrow.
Prices of the Galaxy S24 series starts from $799 for the base model with 8GB RAM and 128GB storage, going up 512GB for the highest model. The Galaxy S24+ is priced at $999 (roughly Rs 82,500) for the base 12GB/256GB model. The super premium Galaxy S24 Ultra has a starting price of $1,300 (roughly Rs 1,05,000) for the 12GB/256GB model. India pricing of these devices will be announced tomorrow.
Pre-orders of the Samsung Galaxy S24 lineup starts today.
The Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra is officially here. Itboasts a 6.8-inch QHD+ Dynamic AMOLED display featuring an adaptive 120Hz refresh rate. Fueled by the Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 chipset, it offers configurations with 12GB RAM and storage options reaching up to 1TB. Additionally, the updated S Pen incorporates familiar features along with AI-centric tools.
Samsung Galaxy S24 would be the first ever smartphone to be able to post HDR-enabled images on Instagram.
Samsung and Google also announced "Circle to Search", as widely speculated. Circle to Search is a new way to look up things you see on your device.
The Galaxy S24 lineup is getting new text, voice and image features, courtesy of Google’s Gemini Pro and Imagen 2. Janghyun Yoon, Corporate EVP and Head of Software Office of Mobile eXperience Business at Samsung Electronics said: “Google and Samsung have long shared deeply held values around the importance of making technology more helpful and accessible for everyone. We’re thrilled that the Galaxy S24 series is the first smartphone equipped with Gemini Pro and Imagen 2 on Vertex AI. After months of rigorous testing and competitive evaluation, the Google Cloud and Samsung teams worked together to deliver the best Gemini-powered AI experience on Galaxy."
Detailing Galaxy AI, TM Roh, President and Head of Mobile eXperience (MX) Business at Samsung Electronics said at the Unpacked event: “Galaxy AI is built on our innovation heritage and deep understanding of how people use their phones. We’re excited to see how our users around the world empower their everyday lives with Galaxy AI to open up new possibilities."
The Galaxy S24 will provide live translations on a call if you're talking to somebody speaking a different language.
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Rumours suggest that Samsung would unveil its first-ever smart ring at the 2024 Galaxy Unpacked Event. This innovative health-tracking device aims to surpass the precision of current smartwatches. Samsung is actively working on developing the Galaxy smart ring, with the goal of redefining health monitoring and potentially replacing existing devices.
The Samsung Galaxy S24 is likely to include the much-anticipated "Circle to Search" feature, leveraging Google's capabilities. This functionality would allow users to search for images, videos, or text on the smartphone by circling, highlighting, or tapping on the subject, eliminating the necessity of taking a screenshot.
Tipster Tarun Vats has tipped OneUI 6.1's AI-generated feature, which will create unique wallpapers by selecting categories and keywords.
In a timely twist, keeping in mind the Galaxy Unpacked event tonight, the latest IDC report shows that Apple has pipped Samsung in terms of global smartphone shipments. Apple shipped 80.5 million units in fourth quarter (Q4) of 2023 while South Korean tech giant Samsung shipped 53.0 million devices in the same period.
Will Galaxy S24 literally be Samsung's gamechanger? Time will tell.
Samsung's first major launch event of the year, Galaxy Unpacked, is set to begin at 11:30pm IST. In case you were wondering how to watch the event live, check out our handy guide.
As part of the many 'Galaxy AI' feature, recent leaks by notable tipster Evan Blass suggest that the new Samsung Galaxy S24 phones will be able to translate calls in real-time. This could come in handy for those who intend to use the phones for business or official purposes.
We all know by now that Samsung's latest flagships will feature extensive AI features. One of them is believed to be 'Circle to Search', which is a Google-powered feature that can "search any image, video, or text on your screen. Circle, highlight, scribble, or tap to pinpoint what you’re curious about, no screenshots necessary."
As per recent leaks and speculations, the Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra is expected to sport a quad rear camera setup, which includes a 200-megapixel primary sensor, along with a 12-megapixel snapper, a 50-megapixel lens, and a 10-megapixel camera.
If recent leaks are to be believed (see below), the top-end Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra may sport a titanium frame, just like Apple's latest flagship, the iPhone 15 Pro series. The material is generally considered to be lightweight yet durable.
Right ahead of the Galaxy Unpacked event, the top-end Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra's unboxing video has apparently leaked online. The video shows off the Galaxy S24 Ultra in all its glory, along with a glimpse into the three possible colour options — Titanium Yellow, Titanium Violet, and Titanium Grey.
In a newly surfaced video posted by the user BennettBuhner Pro (@BennettBuhner) on the social media platform X (formerly Twitter), a firsthand look at what is believed to be the design of the upcoming Galaxy S24 Ultra has emerged. The video showcases a flat screen, featuring a centrally positioned hole-punch cutout for the front camera, surrounded by impressively thin borders. Positioned on the right edge of the device are the power button and volume rockers. This revelation aligns with previous speculations that have been circulating within the tech enthusiasts' community.
While 'Galaxy AI' is clearly set to command the centre stage at tonight's event, Samsung didn't hold back when it came to showcasing its AI prowess at the recently concluded CES 2024 event, where it introduced the world to Ballie, an AI companion which can take calls, facilitate video calls, run around after your pet, and do more things than your standard-issue Star Wars droids.
While the top-end Galaxy S24 Ultra is expected to be powered by a Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 SoC, the other two models — Galaxy S24 and Galaxy S24+ — could be powered bt Samsung's own Exynos 2400 in India.
The previous Samsung flagship, the Galaxy S23 series, was launched in India in February 2023. At the time, the vanilla Samsung Galaxy S23 price started at Rs 74,999 for the 8GB RAM + 128GB storage model. The mid-order Galaxy S23+ price started at Rs 94,999 for the 8GB RAM + 256GB storage model. Lastly, the top-end Galaxy S23 Ultra price started at Rs 1,24,999 for the 12GB RAM + 256GB storage model.
As per recent leaks, the upcoming Galaxy S24+ price may start at Rs 1,04,999 for the 12GB + 256GB model. Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra price is expected to start at Rs 1,34,999 for the base model.
Of course, the company is yet to release any details, so consider this information with a pinch of salt.
Starting at 11:30pm IST tonight, the Samsung Galaxy Unpacked event will be streamed live across Samsung's official channels, including its official website.
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As per the rumour mill, the basic Galaxy S24 is tipped to come with a 4,000mAh battery with support for 25W charging. The mid-order Galaxy S24+ is expected to pack a 4,900mAh unit, while the top-end Galaxy S24 Ultra may carry a 5,000mAh battery — both tipped to support 45W charging speeds.
Samsung is expected to introduce an innovative storage expansion initiative for its upcoming Galaxy S24 series as part of its pre-order benefits. Reports suggest that customers opting for the 128GB variant of the device will be entitled to a substantial upgrade, receiving the more capacious 256GB model. This progressive storage enhancement will cascade across the entire lineup, extending even to purchasers of the 512GB Galaxy S24 Ultra, who will be gratified with the expansive 1TB model.
Samsung in its recent promotionals emphasised the inclusion of cutting-edge AI-driven functionalities in the highly anticipated Galaxy S24 smartphone series. The forthcoming devices are set to harness the prowess of on-device generative AI capabilities, introducing a host of enhancements across photography, gaming, and overall user experiences on the Galaxy S24 lineup.
Following in the footsteps of Google Pixel 8 series, the upcoming Samsung Galaxy S24 phones will get seven years of Android updates.
The top-of-the-line Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra is rumoured to feature a 200-megapixel primary camera, along with 10-megapixel and 50-megapixel telephoto zooms. All other models in the series will feature triple rear cameras.
The most premium flagship expected to be launched today, Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra is expected to feature up to 1TB of inbuilt storage, coupled with 12GB RAM.
Samsung Galaxy S24 Plus, which sits in the middle order of Samsung's upcoming lineup, is expected to feature a 6.7-inch QHD+ display. The vanilla Galaxy S24 may come with a 6.2-inch FHD+ screen, while the top-end Galaxy S24 Ultra is expected to come with a 6.8-inch QHD+ display.
If the latest buzz in the rumour mill is to be believed, the upcoming Galaxy S24 model is expected to be powered by the impressive Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 SoC. Looks like Samsung isn't holding back when it comes to performance prowess on its 2024 flagship series.
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Samsung Galaxy S24 Launching Today: When And How To Watch Event Livestream In India
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Certainly, given the current prominence of artificial intelligence (AI), the Unpacked event is set to introduce Galaxy AI, representing Samsung's unique take on AI functionalities and services that will be prominently featured on Samsung devices moving forward.
Samsung fans are eagerly anticipating the introduction of the latest flagship collection from the prominent South Korean technology company – the Galaxy S24 series. This lineup is widely anticipated to comprise three models: the Samsung Galaxy S24, Samsung Galaxy S24 Plus, and the high-end Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra.
Background
Samsung Galaxy S24 Launch Live: The eagerly awaited Galaxy Unpacked 2024, marking the initial major smartphone launch event of the year, is slated for today, drawing considerable anticipation from Samsung enthusiasts. This event unveils the latest flagship lineup, the Galaxy S24 series, anticipated to comprise three models: the Samsung Galaxy S24, Samsung Galaxy S24 Plus, and the top-tier Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra. In line with the prevailing trend of artificial intelligence (AI), Samsung will introduce Galaxy AI at the Unpacked event, presenting its take on AI features and services that will occupy a prominent position on Samsung devices going forward.
Scheduled for today (January 17) at 1 pm ET (11:30 pm for Indian viewers), the Galaxy Unpacked event will take place in San Jose, California, US. Audiences worldwide can conveniently access the live stream on Samsung's official website and YouTube channel.
Samsung Galaxy Unpacked 2024 (What To Expect)
The focal point of the event is expected to be the Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra, positioned as the flagship model for 2024. Leaks and speculations provide early insights, suggesting distinctive features such as a 6.8-inch screen with a peak brightness exceeding 2,500 nits, luxurious titanium edges, and a design evolution maintaining the sophistication of its predecessor.
Speculations indicate that the Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra might house a Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 chip, 12GB of RAM, and storage options reaching up to 1TB of UFS 4.0. The battery capacity is likely to remain at 5,000mAh, with consistent wired charging speeds of 25/45W.
Apart from the Galaxy S24 Ultra, the lineup will also comprise Samsung Galaxy S24+ and the vanilla Samsung Galaxy S24.
Of course, as per Samsung's marketing prowess of late, 'Galaxy AI' will command a lion's portion of the spotlight tonight, as the South Korean tech giant is determined to jump onto the artificial intelligence (AI) bandwagon, much like fellow giant Google, whose Pixel 8 series is loaded with handy AI features in all elements, from camera to voice recorder.
It is expected that Samsung will introduce AI features that will star on all its devices from this point on.
Stay tuned to ABP Live for all the latest updates from Samsung Galaxy Unpacked 2024.
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