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Check out Samsung Galaxy S22 Durability Test video
After an age of leaks and rumors, Samsung Galaxy S22 is now official. All three devices – Galaxy S22, S22+, and S22 Ultra come with the most up-to-date features, be it hardware or software. But do these phones survive the durability test?
Recently, a famous YouTuber PBK Reviews did a durability test on the standard model – Samsung Galaxy S22 and revealed that the phone has performed well. This test is similar to what YouTuber Jerryrigeverything does with every new smartphone to check its durability.
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Samsung Galaxy S22 durability test:
Specifically, the YouTube video shows water resistance, bend, and scratch tests. So, the Samsung Galaxy S22 durability test begins with a water submersion test that does not compromise on its IP-68 rated device. Although the screen seems hypersensitive and phantoms touch when underwater, it behaves normally again after removing it from the water.
The durability test further went over the terrible scratch test. As it can be seen, both front and back are difficult to scratch. It seems that the rear panel’s matte finish is easier to scratch than the front. However, the rear panel of the device is still extremely long-lasting.
Finally, the test ended with a bend test. It is impossible to bend the frame. Not only the frame of the smartphone but also the keys and camera unit are made of metal which earns the Galaxy S22 a 10 out of 10 durability score.
The overall durability of the Galaxy S22 is as good as what Samsung said. Do note that this test is only done on the vanilla model and it is not applicable on the Plus and Ultra models. Although the Galaxy S22 is the cheapest of the three, the top two will definitely be better.
Below you can check the complete YouTube video –
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Leak: Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra colors include striking Titanium Whitesilver
A new leak reveals the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra 5G’s colors, including a stunning Titanium Whitesilver shade. The phone will feature four standard colorways and a handful of additional colors to be sold exclusively online.
Samsung insider IceUniverse revealed that Titanium Whitesilver is one of the most stunning colors of the Galaxy S25 Ultra. The said variant could have a White back panel and Silver middle frame, completing an appealing look.
Last heard the Galaxy S25 Ultra will use a lightweight, durable frame made of Titanium. The middle frame first debuted with the Galaxy S24 Ultra earlier this year, following Apple iPhone 15 Pro’s footsteps.
A White back panel with a Silver frame of Titanium will surely debut a stunning appearance. However, Samsung is expected to feature Blue as the signature color for the upcoming Galaxy S25 Ultra flagship.
Earlier, probably the official color names of the Galaxy S25 Ultra surfaced online. The company’s marketing names for the Galaxy S25 Ultra colorways could be as follows:
- Blue (Signature Color) – Titanium Silverblue
- White – Titanium Whitesilver
- Black – Titanium Black
- Gray – Titanium Gray
Samsung could introduce the Galaxy S25 series in late January next year. The Unpacked event may be held on January 22 in San Francisco, USA. The company may also tease the Galaxy S25 Slim and XR Glasses at the event.
Every Galaxy fan awaiting the first Galaxy Unpacked event of 2025. The reason is: One UI 7; Samsung will unveil the final version of the One UI 7 with the Galaxy S25 series. The rollout is expected to kick off by the end of February.
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Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra: Full phone specifications and price
Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra will set new standards for mobile cameras and performance. The company has made meaningful changes to the design, while the boxy Note design is being eliminated. Recent rumors promise exceptional photography capabilities and performance upgrades in the next Ultra flagship.
You can explore the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra specifications based on the leaks and rumors surfaced over the past few months.
Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra Specifications
Design | Frame - Titanium Front and Rear - Corning Gorilla Armor IP Rating - IP68 |
Dimensions | Height - 162.8mm Width - 77.6mm Depth - 8.2mm Weight - 219g |
Software | Android - 15 One UI - One UI 7 Future upgrades - 7 generations of OS upgrades and security updates |
Display | Size - 6.9-inch (6.86-inch) PPI - 505 PPI Resolution - 3120 x 1440 (Quad HD+) Panel - Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X Refresh rate - 1-120 Hz |
Chipset | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite for Galaxy (3nm) Qualcomm Oryon CPU Qualcomm Hexagon NPU Snapdragon X80 Modem-RF System Adreno GPU |
Memory | 12GB RAM, 256GB Storage 16GB RAM, 512GB Storage 16GB RAM, 1TB Storage |
Rear Camera | Wide - 200 MP OIS F1.7, Adaptive Pixel, Optical Quality 2x Ultra Wide - 50 MP F2.2 Telephoto - 10MP (3x Optical Zoom, F2.4, OIS, PDAF) Telephoto - 50 MP OIS F2.4 (Optical Zoom 5x, Optical Quality Zoom 10x (with Adaptive Pixel sensor), Digital Zoom up to 100x) Flash - Yes Video - 8K at 30fps, 4k at 120fps Auto Focus, Optical Image Stabilization (OIS), |
Front Camera | 12MP Front Camera (F2.2, FOV 80-degree) |
Network | 2G GSM - GSM850,GSM900,DCS1800,PCS1900 3G - B1(2100),B2(1900),B4(AWS),B5(850),B8(900) 4G FDD LTE - B1(2100),B2(1900),B3(1800),B4(AWS),B5(850),B7(2600),B8(900),B12(700),B13(700),B14(700),B18(800),B19(800),B20(800),B25(1900),B26(850),B28(700),B29(700),B30(2300),B66(AWS-3),B71(600) 4G TDD LTE - B38(2600),B39(1900),B40(2300),B41(2500),B48(3600) SIM Slot Type - SIM 1 + eSIM / Dual eSIM 5G FDD Sub6 - N1(2100),N7(2600),N25(1900),N28(700),N66(AWS-3),N71(600) 5G TDD Sub6 - N257(28GHz),N258(26GHz),N260(39GHz),N261(28GHz) 5G TDD mmWave - N41(2500),N78(3500) |
Connectivity | Wi-Fi - Wi-Fi 7 USB - 3.2 Bluetooth - 5.3 Location Technology - GPS,Glonass,Beidou,Galileo Wi-Fi Direct - Yes NFC - Yes PC Sync - Smart Switch USB Interface - Type-C |
Battery | 5000mAh (supports 45W wired charging) |
Audio | Supported Formats - MP3,M4A,3GA,AAC,OGG,OGA,WAV,AMR,AWB,FLAC,MID,MIDI,XMF,MXMF,IMY,RTTTL,RTX,OTA,DFF,DSF,APE |
Video | Supported Formats - MP4,M4V,3GP,3G2,AVI,FLV,MKV,WEBM Video Playback Resolution - up to UHD 8K at 60fps |
Colors | Titanium Black, Titanium Blue, Titanium Gray, and Titanium Silver |
Note: These specifications may not be 100% accurate.
Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra Price and Release
Samsung is rumored to release the next-gen Galaxy S phones on January 22, 2025. The upcoming Galaxy S25 Ultra is expected to be available in two RAM and three memory options.
The device could start at $1299 in the US for 12GB RAM and 256GB storage, while the 1TB variant could reach up to a whopping $1659. A credible source recently revealed that there will be no price hike in Europe.
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Samsung Galaxy S25 to feature Magnetic Cases with Qi2 charging
Samsung is ready to introduce a new type of case for the upcoming Galaxy S25 series. Leaked details from a Finland retailer show that Magnetic Cases will be available for the Galaxy S25, Galaxy S25+, and Galaxy S25 Ultra.
As per the information, the Magnetic Cases for the Galaxy S25 series will work with Qi2 wireless charging. The cases will be available in transparent color for all three models. These cases will not only support wireless charging but also align magnetically with Qi2-compatible chargers.
A recent report claimed that the Samsung Galaxy S25, Galaxy S25+, and Galaxy S25 Ultra will support Qi2. This means that these upcoming Samsung phones will be able to charge wirelessly as Qi2 features magnetic alignment. Now, the new Magnetic cases leak again shows the Qi2 support for the Galaxy S25 series.
Qi2 is a new standard for wireless charging, and it includes a feature called Magnetic Power Profile (MPP), which helps align the phone perfectly with wireless chargers. It also supports magnetic accessories like cases, wallets, and pop sockets, which can attach to your phone easily.
Samsung is expected to include Qi2 support in its upcoming S series, which would make these cases more convenient for those who use magnetic accessories. However, there’s a limitation for charging speed which is 15W.
The wireless charging speed is slower compared to the 25W and 45W wired charging speeds these phones are expected to support. The Galaxy S25 will reportedly support 25W fast charging, while the Galaxy S25+ and Galaxy S25 Ultra could charge even faster at 45W. Stay tuned for more information.