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Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra user guide: Revamped gaming capabilities, Multitasking, Customization and more
The Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra allows users to be fully immersed in daily activities while making the device experience more convenient and easy to use.
The smartphone meets the needs of avid mobile gamers and offer powerful performance, fast response speed, immersive graphics, and long-lasting battery life.
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On the other side, its One UI 5.1 software provides a more personalized experience and convenient usability. Here’s an official user guide for Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra customers so they can get the most out of the smartphone.
Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra User Guide:
Revamped gaming experience:
- Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 Mobile Platform for Galaxy
Mobile gaming requires high-performance hardware and software to deliver the best gaming experience on your hands. The Galaxy S23 Ultra features Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 Mobile Platform for Galaxy that provides a vast different mobile gaming experience.
- Faster GPU
The upgraded GPU is 41% faster compared to the previous model, and the neural network processing using (NPU) required for AI deep learning has improved by 40%.
Overall, gamers can be immersed in the game action, thanks to vivid graphics and upgraded processing power.
- Ray tracing
The device also equips a powerful graphics rendering technology called Ray tracing. It enhances immersion and creates realistic in-game play just like that of a PC game by displaying lightning, light reflection, and shadows in the game more realistically.
- Advanced Vision Booster
Since nothing has as much of an impact on your gaming experience as the screen, the Galaxy S23 Ultra display comes with an advanced Vision Booster. It automatically adjusts the brightness of the display gradually depending on the lighting environment of the user. Users can see their display clearly and brightly even in strong sunlight.
Multitask seamlessly while playing games:
- Improved CPU
The CPU performance of the Galaxy S23 phones has also been improved by around 30% compared to the previous model, resulting in faster processing speeds. It shows smooth and fast processing speed without any lag even when multiple apps are active.
- Multitasking:
The powerful chipset increases efficiency, allowing multitasking capabilities to be used faster and more efficiently. The Galaxy S23 series delivers smooth and fast response speeds even when performing CPU-heavy tasks, such as video calling while playing a game or watching a movie while checking social media.
- Enhanced Multi-Window:
In addition, the utility of multi-window functionality has been enhanced, and frequently used apps are displayed under Recent apps, making it more convenient to open and switch apps faster.
Carry less with enhanced battery capacity:
- 5000mAh battery + 45W fast charge
The Galaxy S23 series also comes with much better battery life. The Galaxy S23 Ultra packs a 5000mAh battery and can charge up to 65% in 30 minutes with a 45W power adapter. This means users can spend more time enjoying their favorite apps and activities.
Fulfill your own unique experiences with One UI 5.1:
- Lock screen customization
One UI 5.1 software helps users customize their smartphones to better suit their preferences. Users can easily select part of a recorded video and set it as their phone’s lock screen, taking wallpaper customization to the next level.
- Widgets
It brings various Widgets functions that allow users to toggle settings and apps from the convenience of their home screen. Users can also check the battery status of various devices connected via Bluetooth through the new Battery widget.
If this is not enough, you can also get Spotify music and playlist recommendations that match your activities in the Smart Suggestions widget.
- Image clipper
Customers can easily create virtual stickers from their photos by isolating the subject and removing the background of the image with a single touch.
- Revamped info display
When saving a photo, users can view more detailed photo information such as where and when the photo was taken, storage location, and camera settings with just a swipe.
- Modes and Routines
Through the Modes and Routined feature, you can set wallpapers, monitor app usage notifications, and more for certain situations such as while sleeping, driving, and working.
More ways to use S Pen:
Thanks to the improved S Pen and its capabilities, creating and spreading your thoughts and idea has never been easier.
- Extract text:
The new One UI 5.1 easily extracts text for storing for later use and allows you to utilize what you want from an image easily.
- Handwriting to text:
The new software can also convert handwritten text into type when inputting information in the search bar on sites, such as Google and YouTube, enabling easy search.
Apple iPhone 16 reportedly supports faster charging than the iPhone 15 series. The company never discloses charging support in watts on official product sites. Well, the iPhone 16 seemingly supports 39W fast charging, which is still less than the Galaxy S24 Ultra.
According to the info, Apple brought 39W charging support to the iPhone 16 series. Reports are circulating of 45W fast charging functionality. However, practical testing (via IceUniverse) indicates that the max charging speed is 39W.
CQC results suggest that the iPhone 16 features 45W wired charging. This is about 50% faster than the iPhone 15 series, which supports up to 29W charging. Meanwhile, the maximum support is 39W as tested by reliable industry sources.
Samsung continues to bring 45W charging support in select Galaxy devices. The Galaxy S24 Plus, S24 Ultra, and M55 are some of those. It’s not much higher than the 39W but shows Samsung is already ahead of Apple’s boosted charging function.
The newest S24 series is designed with convenience in mind and super fast charging is a key part. To ensure you can make the most of the S24’s rapid charging capability, there are some requirements for that such as compatible adapter and cable.
Packed with a 5000mAh battery, Samsung’s S24 Ultra typically takes around 78 minutes to fully charge from 0% using a 45W charger. Various factors can impact the charging speed and time to get the battery charged 100%.
Next year, Samsung will launch the Galaxy S25 Ultra. Early rumors indicate that there will be no charging upgrade in the Plus and Ultra models. Yet, we expect improvements in that particular aspect through artificial intelligence.
Yesterday Apple launched the iPhone 16, iPhone 16 Plus, iPhone 16 Pro, and iPhone 16 Pro Max. At first glance, Apple’s “most gorgeous iPhone ever” looks identical to the last three or four models – but a second glance also doesn’t change the view.
The most “oops” iPhone ever
iPhone 16 Pro and iPhone 16 Pro Max are the best of Apple. The company doesn’t want to renovate its best, therefore continuing the identical design approach for years. The iPhone 13 Pro Max seems iPhone 16 Pro Max with a silicon cover installed.
Over the iPhone 13 Pro Max, the iPhone 16 Pro Max brings a major innovation. The company ditched the traditional notch in favor of a punch-hole pill-shaped display cutout. This innovation debuted with the iPhone 14 Pro two years ago.
Apple also reduced the thickness of bezels, which is a groundbreaking decision. After the Action Button, the US tech giant debuted another button with the iPhone 16. Entitled Camera Control, it helps users control certain features of the camera.
The most gorgeous iPhone, the iPhone 16 Pro, features a triple rear camera setup on the back. The module is placed on a squarish island with rounded corners. Three sensors accompanied with LED flash and ToF sensor.
Apple continued to uplevel iPhone experiences with each generation. The design changes are tough in iPhones due to the arrangement of components. However, these limitations aren’t impossible to solve but require a will to enhance.
Huawei officially launched the world’s first Tri-Fold phone, folding Samsung’s dreams. It was previously reported that Samsung will be the first to debut its tri-fold phone. However, the Chinese phone maker managed to win the battle.
Samsung Display showcased its tri-fold phone prototypes at many occasions. Meanwhile, turning the prototype into a consumer product itself a major milestone. Huawei Mate XT Ultimate Design became the world’s first Tri-Fold phone.
Featuring dual hinge and triple screens, the Mate XT Ultimate Design can turn into a full size tablet. It becomes as portable as a regular bar type smartphone, offering ease of handling alongside PC-like display offering.
Huawei Mate XT Ultimate Design comes with a huge 10.2-inch screen. Thanks to its form factor, you can use it as a 6.4-inch or 7.9-inch screen phone. It uses an OLED panel with LTPO tech, 1440Hz PWM dimming and 240Hz touch sampling rate.
Screen sizes:
- Single screen: 156.7mm (length) × 73.5 mm (width) × 12.8 mm (thickness)
- Dual screen: 156.7mm (length) × 143 mm (width) × 7.45mm/4.75mm (thickness)
- Triple screen: 156.7mm (length) × 219 mm (width) × 3.6mm/3.6mm/4.75mm (thickness)
Despite having large screen and dual hinges, the device weighs only 238 grams. Also, less weight doens’t mean compromise in battery capacity. The Mate XT packs 5600mAh battery supporting 66W wired and 50W wireless charging.
In terms of optics, the Mate XT has a 12MP ultrawide, a 50MP primary and a 12MP Telephoto with 5.5x optical zoom, plus an 8MP selfie snapper. The sensor is capable of capturing shots at 50x digital zoom, which is also equipped with OIS tech.
HuaweiCentral reports that bookings have already started and the first sale is targeted for September 20. The Mate XT Ultimate Design is launched at the following prices in China (conversion in dollar and euro for reference only):
- 16GB+256GB = 19999 yuan (2,820 USD, 2,548 Euros)
- 16GB+512GB = 21999 yuan (3,108 USD, 2,800 Euros)
- 16GB+1TB = 23999 yuan (3,390 USD, 3,050 Euros)
