Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra – New Features, Release Date, Specs
Galaxy S24 launch date
The anticipated launch date for the Galaxy S24, as reported by SBS Biz, is set for January 17, 2024, in San Francisco, USA. Samsung has reportedly solidified its plans for the launch event, and preparations have already commenced. The most recent and reliable rumors suggest that Samsung is adjusting the rear camera array. The standout feature, the 10.0X periscope, will remain in the Galaxy S24 Ultra. Still, the 3.0X telephoto lens used since the days of the Galaxy S20 Ultra will be replaced by a 5.0X telephoto to compete with the camera capabilities of the iPhone 15 Pro Max. Don’t worry; a 3X shooting mode may still be available in the camera app to capture optically perfect photos by cropping the primary camera sensor. Additionally, Samsung intends to retain the 200MP wide-angle sensor.
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It appears that Samsung is considering some changes to its camera setup for future devices. The company may eliminate the dedicated 3X telephoto camera and rely solely on a 10X periscope lens. To compensate for the loss of the 3X camera, Samsung could utilize a hybrid zoom approach. This would involve cropping from the high-resolution 200MP ISOCELL sensor in the primary camera, which is expected to remain part of the setup.
The hybrid zoom would emulate the functionality of a 3X camera, with on-device artificial intelligence (AI) playing a role in enhancing the zoom capabilities. This approach allows for flexibility in achieving various zoom levels between 1X and 10X without the need for a dedicated 3X telephoto lens.
Additionally, there are rumors suggesting that Samsung might introduce a remarkable 150X Space Zoom, surpassing the previous 100X Space Zoom featured in earlier Galaxy models. This extended zoom range could provide users with even greater versatility in capturing distant subjects. Keep in mind that these details are based on rumors, and the actual features of future Samsung devices may vary.
Galaxy S24 Ultra display features and specs
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The Galaxy S24 Ultra’s display features and specifications are expected to include a 6.8-inch Dynamic AMOLED display, similar to its predecessors. Recent rumors suggest that Samsung may utilize a next-gen M13 OLED display panel, which is thinner and more efficient than the M12 chip used in the Galaxy S23 series, Galaxy Z Fold 5, Galaxy Z Flip 5, and the upcoming iPhone 15 series. Additionally, it’s reasonable to assume that the Galaxy S24 Ultra will sport a 3080 x 1440-pixel panel with commendable 500ppi sharpness, Gorilla Glass Victus 2, and the exceptional contrast, vibrancy, and overall color quality that Samsung’s flagship phone displays are renowned for. In short, the display is expected to be of excellent quality.
Galaxy S24 Ultra battery and charging
The latest rumors indicate that the Galaxy S24 Ultra’s battery and charging will likely feature the same 5,000mAh battery that has been common in flagship Galaxy models for the past few generations. Despite earlier rumors of a potential “stacked battery cell” technology that could have increased battery density without enlarging the cell’s size, we’re still sticking with a 5,000mAh unit. As for charging, it’s rumored that the Galaxy S24 Ultra will continue to support 45W fast wired charging, sufficient to charge the 5,000mAh battery in about an hour. Wireless charging and reverse wireless charging will also be available.
Galaxy S24 Ultra hardware and specs
Regarding hardware and specifications, the upcoming Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3, a 2nd-gen 4nm chipset, is widely expected to be the exclusive choice for the Galaxy S24 Ultra. The Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 will likely power the Galaxy S24 and Galaxy S24 Plus in the USA, while the more affordable versions worldwide will use the Exynos 2400 chipset. As for RAM and storage, rumors suggest up to 16GB of RAM for the Galaxy S24 Ultra.