Samsung has unveiled three new smartphones as part of its Galaxy S22 series– the Galaxy S22, Galaxy S22+ and the Galaxy S22 Ultra.
For the standard model, Samsung has shrunk the screen size slightly, down to 6.1 inches from the 6.2 inches of last year’s standard Galaxy S21. Meanwhile, the Galaxy S22 Plus has a slightly bigger screen – 6.6 inches compared to 6.5 inches in last year’s S21 Plus.
Samsung’s Galaxy S22 Ultra, the largest handset in the new family, has a 6.8-inch screen like its predecessor, but it also includes the S-Pen, effectively ending the end of the Galaxy Note.
The Samsung Galaxy S22 and Galaxy S22 Plus come with a 50MP ultra-wide camera and 3x optical zoom, with 12MP selfie camera.
Meanwhile, the Galaxy S22 Ultra goes one step further, with a new 108MP rear camera with and 10x optical zoom, plus a 40MP selfie camera to capture crisp and clear images.
The powerful zoom on the S22 cameras could leave photos with blurry imperfections if it weren’t for the AI, which takes into account detail in to greatly improve image resolution.
Samsung’s fastest ever processor powers a form of artificial intelligence (AI) called ‘adaptive pixel technology’.
The addition of adaptive pixel technology and enhanced AI also means this new Samsung smartphone family has ‘the brightest and most immersive display created to date’, according to Samsung.
Another one of the key features of the Galaxy S22 family is improved night-time photography, for ‘next-level camera experiences’. Larger sensors allow the camera to let in more light, draw out details and capture colours that make photography more brilliant, even in the dark.
In terms of battery, the new Galaxy S22 standard model has 3,700 mAh, S22 Plus has 4,500mAh and S22 Ultra has 5,000mAh. This compares with 4,000 mAh for the standard Galaxy S21, 4,800 mAh for the S21 Plus and 5,000 mAh for the S21 Ultra from last year.
Samsung upgraded the Galaxy S22 line-up with up to 45-watt wired charging support, meaning it offers faster charging times than last year’s Galaxy S series.
The Galaxy S22, S22 Plus and S22 Ultra also each come with 5G connectivity, while the S22 Plus and S22 Ultra support Wi-Fi 6E. (The base S22 supports Wi-Fi 6.)
Although Samsung didn’t add expandable storage or the option to add a microSD card to the Galaxy S22 series, but the S22 Ultra offers a 1TB storage option for those who need the extra space, especially for those high-resolution images and 8K videos.
Galaxy S22 and Galaxy S22+ will be launched in three colours including Phantom Black, Phantom White, Green and Pink Gold:
- 128GB model with 8GB RAM
- 256GB model with 8GB RAM
Galaxy S22 Ultra will be launched in four bold colours, Phantom Black, Phantom White, Green and an all-new Burgundy:
- 128GB model with 8GB RAM
- 256GB model with 12GB RAM
- 512GB model with 12GB RAM
- 1TB model with 12GB RAM
Pre-orders for the Galaxy S22, S22+ and S22 Ultra begin today (9th February 2022). Between today and 24th February 2022, UK customers who pre-order Galaxy S22, Galaxy S22+ or Galaxy S22 Ultra can claim a free pair of Galaxy Buds Pro and a 12-month subscription to Disney+.
Galaxy S22 Series Pricing
Galaxy S22 RRP
- 128GB, 8GB RAM – £769
- 256GB, 8GB RAM – £819
Galaxy S22+ RRP
- 128GB, 8GB RAM – £949
- 256GB, 8GB RAM – £999
Galaxy S22 Ultra RRP
- 128GB, 8GB RAM – £1149
- 256GB, 12GB RAM – £1249
- 512GB, 12GB RAM – £1329
- 1TB, 12GB RAM – £1499
Starting on 25th February 2022, Galaxy S22 Ultra will be widely available in Samsung channels and major UK retailers.
Starting on 11 March 2022, Galaxy S22 and Galaxy S22+ will be widely available in Samsung channels and major UK retailers.
Samsung Galaxy S22 Series Specs
| Galaxy S22 | Galaxy S22+ | Galaxy S22 Ultra | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Display | 6.1-inch FHD+ Dynamic AMOLED 2X Display Super Smooth 120Hz refresh rate (10~120Hz) 240Hz Touch Sampling Rate in Game Mode Vision Booster Eye comfort shield | 6.6-inch FHD+ Dynamic AMOLED 2X Display Super Smooth 120Hz refresh rate (10~120Hz) 240Hz Touch Sampling Rate in Game Mode Vision Booster Eye comfort shield | 6.8-inch Edge QHD+ Dynamic AMOLED 2X Display Super Smooth 120Hz refresh rate (1~120Hz) 240Hz Touch Sampling Rate in Game Mode Vision Booster Eye comfort shield |
| Security | Ultrasonic Fingerprint | Ultrasonic Fingerprint | Ultrasonic Fingerprint |
| Dimensions & Weight | 70.6 x 146.0 x 7.6mm 167g | 75.8 x 157.4 x 7.6mm 195g | 77.9 x 163.3 x 8.9mm 228g |
| Camera | 12MP Ultra-Wide Camera F2.2, FOV 120˚ 50 MP Wide Camera Dual Pixel AF, OIS, F1.8, FOV 85˚ 10MP Telephoto Camera 3x Optical Zoom, OIS, F2.4, FOV 36˚ 10MP Front Camera F2.2, FOV 80˚ | 12MP Ultra-Wide Camera F2.2, FOV 120˚ 50 MP Wide Camera Dual Pixel AF, OIS, F1.8, FOV 85˚ 10MP Telephoto Camera 3x Optical Zoom, OIS, F2.4, FOV 36˚ 10MP Front Camera F2.2, FOV 80˚ | 12MP Ultra-Wide Camera F2.2, FOV 120˚ 108 MP Wide Camera Dual Pixel AF, F1.8, FOV 85˚ 10MP Telephoto Camera 3x Optical Zoom, F2.4, FOV 36˚ 10MP Telephoto Camera 10x Optical Zoom, F4.9, FOV 11˚ 40MP Front Camera F2.2, FOV 80˚ |
| AP | Advanced 4nm Processing | Advanced 4nm Processing | Advanced 4nm Processing |
| Memory | 8 + 256GB 8 + 128GB | 8 + 256GB 8 + 128GB | 12GB + 1TB 12 + 512GB 12 + 256GB 8 + 128GB |
| Battery | 3,700mAh | 4,500mAh | 5,000mAh |
| Charging | 25W Wired 15W Wireless Wireless PowerShare USB-IF compliant | Up to 45W Wired 15W Wireless Wireless PowerShare USB-IF compliant | Up to 45W Wired 15W Wireless Wireless PowerShare USB-IF compliant |
| OS | Android 12 One UI 4.1 | Android 12 One UI 4.1 | Android 12 One UI 4.1 |
| Network and Connectivity | 5G LTE Wi-Fi 6 Wi-Fi Direct Bluetooth® v 5.2 | 5G LTE Wi-Fi 6E Wi-Fi Direct Bluetooth® v 5.2 | 5G LTE Wi-Fi 6E Wi-Fi Direct Bluetooth® v 5.2 |
| Sensors | Accelerometer Barometer Fingerprint Sensor Gyro Sensor Geomagnetic Sensor Hall Sensor Light Sensor Proximity Sensor | Accelerometer Barometer Fingerprint Sensor Gyro Sensor Geomagnetic Sensor Hall Sensor Light Sensor Proximity Sensor | Accelerometer Barometer Fingerprint Sensor Gyro Sensor Geomagnetic Sensor Hall Sensor Light Sensor Proximity Sensor |
| Water Resistance | IP68 | IP68 | IP68 |
