THREE YEARS LATER - The Galaxy S21 Ultra in 2024! As good as s24 Ultra?!

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  • Опубликовано: 27 июл 2024
  • Samsung released their S21 Ultra 5G on January 14th, 2021. How does it stack up on it's birthday, THREE YEARS LATER?!
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  • @joshtackett9687
    @joshtackett9687 Год назад +114

    I've been going back and forth between my s21 ultra and iPhone 13 pro for the last year used S21 from launch and I'm just fully convinced s21 Ultra is the best Phone that's been made to this date

    • @TheDroneDad
      @TheDroneDad  Год назад +16

      You got some real evidence to back that up.

    • @buyiadam8732
      @buyiadam8732 Год назад +1

      Hello

    • @buyiadam8732
      @buyiadam8732 Год назад

      Do you still have Samsung s21 ultra in stocks

    • @brolyassasin8354
      @brolyassasin8354 Год назад

      Best phone for you bud, dont say it like we all feel like you bc i sure dont

    • @diallodiogo803
      @diallodiogo803 Год назад +1

      Yes 100%

  • @pablinkz
    @pablinkz Год назад +34

    Absolutely, i still have my S21 ultra phantom black and it stick kicks ass (just got the buds pro2 black also and they match perfectly). Battery life and performance are still top notch in my book, wont be getting the S23 either, im completely satisfied with this phone 💯

    • @TheDroneDad
      @TheDroneDad  Год назад +3

      Thanks for the comment. I couldn't agree more!

  • @jerryhall5759
    @jerryhall5759 Год назад +34

    This is going to be my phone for the next couple of years; I still get an entire day off of a full charge; and I run multiple apps simultaneously majority of the day 😊

  • @jael4132
    @jael4132 Год назад +12

    s21U would have 4yrs of android and 5yrs of security updates if anyone can find it s21U 512gb brandnew for around 700usd its definitely great buy

    • @Mr.REEP0
      @Mr.REEP0 Год назад

      I just got one for $455....love it so far.. 512 gb

  • @joshdeteralifestyle14
    @joshdeteralifestyle14 Год назад +11

    thank you for this bro! i have mine as well and it still performs extremely well with an exynos variant here in the Philippines! thank you for making this video! cant wait for more of your upcoming videos! just subscribed bro!

    • @TheDroneDad
      @TheDroneDad  Год назад +3

      Thanks man! Appreciate you. Welcome to the channel!

    • @karlvaldezco5871
      @karlvaldezco5871 Год назад

      Is it still worth it to buy this phone this year?

  • @2013TombRaider
    @2013TombRaider Год назад +4

    I am a iPhone user but always see the Android videos since I used to be android user 6 years ago. I am happy that android has finally reached to the point where people can use their phones for multiple years no lag. My experience with Samsung 7 years ago was bad but looking at the videos nowadays and if they really are that good and that fast then honestly people should keep using their phones for 4 years without upgrading. I used my iPhone XR for 4 years then upgraded to iPhone 14 pro.

  • @thepirateswirled
    @thepirateswirled Год назад +9

    I'm also still very happy with my S21 Ultra, (Exynos and 16GB Ram). The cameras are very good, the display is stunning, the finish of the phone very noble and beautiful, and in my opinion better compared to the S22 and S23 series. The only things I wished though, a longer battery life sometimes, and most importantly for me, an integrated S Pen. However, I am still not sure if the S23 Ultra would be worth the upgrade.

  • @knlprez
    @knlprez Год назад +13

    Great video and review! It's nice to see how tech is holding up for those who do not need the absolute bleeding edge and want to save some cash. Thanks!

    • @TheDroneDad
      @TheDroneDad  Год назад +2

      You bet! Samsung flagships are pretty darn reliable.

    • @beyakhedu4588
      @beyakhedu4588 Год назад

      @@TheDroneDad S21 ultra good for dji mini 2 drone comfortable

    • @beyakhedu4588
      @beyakhedu4588 Год назад

      @TheDroneDad S21 ultra connect with dji mini 2 drone

    • @TheDroneDad
      @TheDroneDad  Год назад

      Yes it does connect. Works very well with the Mini 2.

  • @victorifechukwu1839
    @victorifechukwu1839 Год назад +3

    Watching frm my s21 ultra i got on friday Nice video
    U got my sub 👏

    • @TheDroneDad
      @TheDroneDad  Год назад +1

      Awesome! Thank you! That means a ton!

  • @Alb_01
    @Alb_01 Год назад

    Great video, I'm interested in buying this phone at the moment. What is the speaker like? My old phones HTC One and LG G7 had v impressive stereo speakers (and dac), I have the Samsung S10 at the moment, but the speakers are very poor in comparison.

    • @TheDroneDad
      @TheDroneDad  Год назад +1

      I always thought the speakers on the 21 were really impressive. I watched a ton of video without headphones and hard to turn it down to hear what my kids were trying to tell me.

  • @neilmcguinness4422
    @neilmcguinness4422 Год назад +21

    I jumped from a much loved 512Gb Note 9 to an Exynos 512Gb 16Gb RAM S21 Ultra two years ago, and I have to say that my 21U has been the best phone I have ever had and it has just gotten better with all the software updates that have landed on it. Fantastic display and speed and camera ability, excellent battery life and so easy to handle rounded corner design and a lovely premium weighty and solid feel to the whole phone makes owning one a delight. On a photographic level the phone is stunning, and I mean STUNNING, and light years ahead of my very capable Note 9, but excess noise and occasional detail dropout in the shadows even in good light when recording video (4K 60) through the main lense has been the only low point for me. This is a shame as video quality overall is good with excellent stability and natural colours and sharpness. I will be switching to the 23 Ultra in the next month but I will be holding on to my 21U as a back up phone as I just love the thing so much. My old Note 9 is still performing well as my current second phone I must add. 👍

    • @TheDroneDad
      @TheDroneDad  Год назад +1

      What a line up you'll have!

    • @neilmcguinness4422
      @neilmcguinness4422 Год назад +2

      @@TheDroneDad That's only the tip of my flagship phone iceberg in my living room cupboard believe me. I also have an S7 Edge and an S3, and an LG G3 and a Nokia N8 and a Nokia N96 just for starters!.. 🤣🤣🤣👍

    • @cylturbskie
      @cylturbskie Год назад

      That's cute.
      My pile of top end devices gathering dust are the:
      Xiaomi mi mix 4 512gb/12gb black-
      Note 20 ultra 512gb/12gb black (SD import)-
      Oppo find x5 pro 512gb/12gb black-
      Graphite iPhone 13PM 256gb-
      Tab S8 ultra 128gb/8gb with cellular-
      And my Dailey phone is the 256gb/12gb onyx black OnePlus 8 pro.
      Along with the Dailey tab S7 plus 256gb/8gb cellular model.
      And of course the series X and one gaming laptop of £3000 pounds, and the other gaming laptop of £1900 pounds.

    • @neilmcguinness4422
      @neilmcguinness4422 Год назад

      @@cylturbskie That is an impressive array of devices!. You must keep your local electricity supplier in business just by charging your tech collection up!..🤣🤣🤣😛👍

    • @cylturbskie
      @cylturbskie Год назад

      ​@@neilmcguinness4422lol well I only use the mix, note and oppo now and again for youtube, netflix and cod mobile. The tab S8 ultra will see use soon and be used for the same things but will be the tab I take out with me, 2nd gaming laptop will be just for taking out with me. Only running an rtx 2070 max q in that. Been sat in a shop window trying to sell it for years but no luck - probably due to my buddies shop location.
      iPhone I don't really know what I'll do with it.
      I don't watch TV it's a waste of time when I can have it al a my finger tips, and who wants to pay for the damn TV licence? xD the BBC are perv scum bags.

  • @ABMultimediaDesigner
    @ABMultimediaDesigner Год назад +6

    I'm looking to upgrade my Note 9 which I bought in 2019, and I want to look at an upgrade due to wear and tear (screen burns, issues with charging port etc). Realistically with a budget on a flagship phone with no issues, it's most likely the S21 Ultra I'll be going after, potentially S22 Ultra if the price is knocked down a bit more now S23 is around the corner this year

    • @TheDroneDad
      @TheDroneDad  Год назад +1

      The 21 is probably the best bang for the buck right now. Whatever you end up getting, my link in the description would help the channel a ton. No pressure. ;) Thanks for watching!

  • @vclassgaming
    @vclassgaming Год назад +4

    Nice video. That's my everyday phone, and honestly, I don't know if I want to do the upgrade to the S23 ultra.

    • @TheDroneDad
      @TheDroneDad  Год назад +3

      I agree. I think there haven't been enough upgrades to justify it. As I said in the video, I'm only upgrading for the larger screen real estate of the Fold 4.

  • @AndreiCostinMihai
    @AndreiCostinMihai Год назад

    Great content! Keep it up! You deserve way more subs!

    • @TheDroneDad
      @TheDroneDad  Год назад

      I appreciate it! Feel free to share the video and spread the word about the channel! Got a lot of videos in the pipeline.

  • @mesalvador1
    @mesalvador1 Год назад +5

    My S21 ultra 16GB ram 512mb is still good and i have been using it for almost 2 years now. S22 only got up to 12gb RAM. 😐. Thanks for this video😀

  • @BrokerJoSantillan
    @BrokerJoSantillan Год назад

    Nice review..keep it coming. You earn a sub. 👏

    • @TheDroneDad
      @TheDroneDad  Год назад

      Thanks for the sub! I appreciate you!

  • @paullewis6836
    @paullewis6836 Год назад +5

    Still love my s21 ultra (exynos version) 🙂. great performance,solid camera,love the design and battery is great still to this day.I get between 8-10hrs sot with easily full day battery,120hz wqhd.
    I've purchased many phones since(iPhone 13 pro, oppo X3 pro, pixel 5, pixel 6 pro, s22, flip3) but still love my s21 ultra.
    It really is a great phone and can still to this day stand up against the best of them.

  • @wcleong5584
    @wcleong5584 Год назад

    my samsung Note 5.bought on sept 2015.my first smartphone.still working on 2023.even the original battery ! only thing is standby time a bit short.(5-6 hour)

  • @aymericvuillermoz413
    @aymericvuillermoz413 Год назад

    Hi, I pre-commanded the phone, silver like you. So I got it on the 2021/01/29. Not as usual, I plan to keep it for 4/5 years, so 2025/2026... I'm very satisfied with it!

  • @hch6688
    @hch6688 Год назад

    Did the exynos 2100 version become better and get updates? Heard that it had heating issues when it came out

    • @TheDroneDad
      @TheDroneDad  Год назад +1

      I heard Software updates helped the overheating. I never had any issues.

  • @mieczysawkowalski3761
    @mieczysawkowalski3761 Год назад +5

    s21 ultra is still better than any iPhone

  • @valib19
    @valib19 Год назад

    Thank you for the review! Been wanting to upgrade my phone for work mainly but don't want to spend much, this phone still looks like a great option!

    • @TheDroneDad
      @TheDroneDad  Год назад

      It really is!! If you find one in the link in my description, it would help the channel out immensely. If not, hope you find a great deal!

  • @pnwadventurist
    @pnwadventurist Год назад +1

    I would be perfectly fine with buying a 2 year old Galaxy phone since they commit to 4 years of OS updates. Great support really.

  • @MommaOsoIrish67
    @MommaOsoIrish67 5 месяцев назад

    Do the camera lens protectors for the newer ultra models work on the S21??

    • @TheDroneDad
      @TheDroneDad  5 месяцев назад +1

      I haven't checked, but I would doubt it.

  • @sabasgt
    @sabasgt Год назад

    The link that you provided to buy it, have you bought it from there too? I'm jusat wondering because I don't know how reliable Amazon's renewed phones are and given that I dont live in the US, I basically am out of that 3 month return period if anything is wrong and I will only know the state of the phone about 3 weeks after buying it given that I have to ship it to my country. Would you recommend still buying it? Have you had experience with Amazon renewed devices and specifically from that seller you linked?

    • @TheDroneDad
      @TheDroneDad  Год назад

      I purchased a "Renewed" device from Amazon a while back. I didn't read closely enough and didn't know it was renewed until after I got it. But it seemed like new. Had no issues whatsoever. Obviously there can be the ones who aren't so lucky, but if Amazon guarantees it, then it should be reputable. Just check out the seller and make sure you find one that looks trustworthy and has a good rating. I will look into the one I have linked and double check. I don't want to accidentally get anyone taken advantage of or get a bad phone. Thanks for the heads up!

    • @sabasgt
      @sabasgt Год назад

      @@TheDroneDad Thanks for your answer and your concern! I'll definitely keep researching and see if I make up my mind. I'm waiting for the Unpacked event on February 1st to see if maybe the S22 line up drops significantly in price in Amazon but if it doesn't, I think a renewed S21 will be the way to go.

  • @ZacHughes
    @ZacHughes Год назад

    You had me at "underwater"

  • @catherinepunchcousins1435
    @catherinepunchcousins1435 11 месяцев назад

    I have the Huawei P30 Lite and am currently thinking of updating my phone to the S21 Ultra. I am so indecisive because my phone is amazing but giving it to my husband to upgrade his phone due to his work (I previously gave him my P20 Lite, ha ha). Wished Huawei still had Google (Amazed at their longevity). Anyhow, would you recommend the S21 Ultra over the Samsung A series (esp. A54)? Love the video.

    • @TheDroneDad
      @TheDroneDad  11 месяцев назад +1

      I'd put the s21 u over any of the A series!

  • @im_sagarrr6068
    @im_sagarrr6068 Год назад

    Hi, my samsung s21 ultra is giving around 6 or 6 and half an hour screen on time(continuous video streaming) with few battery saving precautions taken like dark mode but ive seen people saying it is giving aroung 8 to 9 hrs sos, does changing battery to get me 8 to 9 hrs sos a day?

    • @TheDroneDad
      @TheDroneDad  Год назад

      I'd say 8 or 9 hours wouldn't be possible if you're video streaming, unless you turn off background apps running. But easily can get 8 or 9 hours if casual scrolling or social media.

  • @believersarisenow.9554
    @believersarisenow.9554 Год назад +3

    I have the s21 ultra n it's a beast.
    And yes I have the s22 ultra as well which is a beast as well, but am not giving up the s21 for the next 10 years it's a beast,

    • @TheDroneDad
      @TheDroneDad  Год назад

      10 years!? You keep phones longer than my wife! I hope it holds up for you!

  • @MS-oz2wu
    @MS-oz2wu Год назад +1

    I just bought a refurbished S21 ultra on ebay & got it yesterday. It was listed as good condition. It's in great shape, cost $430 total. But it's now 2023. I have a question or two.
    My laptop screen went out on me so I use this instead for now. I use it off & on all day & night. Should I expect it'll get hot? How many years might I expect to get out it?
    T4TV

    • @TheDroneDad
      @TheDroneDad  Год назад +1

      Not sure how long you'll get out of it, but mine was showing ZERO signs of slowing down or any issues when I upgraded 5 months ago. I never had an issue with mine overheating, either. And I used it to its max potential.

  • @MommaOsoIrish67
    @MommaOsoIrish67 5 месяцев назад

    I came to Samsung from the Motorola z4, discontinued. I am loving this model!

  • @swaize8866
    @swaize8866 Год назад +1

    Having this phone you can wait for 24 ultra. Beast of a phone.

  • @scoa
    @scoa Год назад +1

    Appreciate the video! I'm soon to upgrade my Note 9, and loved that phone so much, I kinda want something close to its direct upgrade, which this kinda sorta is. And I don't wanna be spending the crazy high prices of the newest stuff. Still considering things though. iPhone 13, Pixel 7 and S22 are its current competition for me.

    • @TheDroneDad
      @TheDroneDad  Год назад

      Thanks for watching! If you wanna support the channel, you the amazon links in the description when you buy whichever phone you end up deciding on. We get a small kickback and it doesn't cost you anything extra. If you think of it. If not, no biggie. Come back and comment again and let us know what you decided on!

  • @cuoivelo8360
    @cuoivelo8360 Год назад

    Does OneUI show nay lag through the year compared to Oxygen OS? I have Samsung phone before but the OS is sluggish after a year of usage and I have switched to Oneplus since then. I have Oneplus 8T for 3 year and it's performance does not degrade much. Not sure how Samsung phone perform these date.

    • @TheDroneDad
      @TheDroneDad  Год назад

      My phones haven't degraded much in my time owning them. Usually it is my screen that is the first thing to go where it loses a little of its response, but the phone maintains its level of performance pretty well.

    • @wavycrockett4261
      @wavycrockett4261 Год назад

      You're not telling us much. What Samsung did you have? I've had the problem you're talking about with alot of older phones. I bought the galaxy 21ultra 128gb and I've had zero problems so far

  • @dkursada
    @dkursada Год назад +2

    Seriously considering this over a brand new midranger like A54. Samsung made a big leap with this model. Full size S Pen is a nice addition, too

    • @TheDroneDad
      @TheDroneDad  Год назад +2

      Yes. This model was a big update from its predecessor, and everything since the 21 has more or less been minor upgrades. Thanks for the comment!

  • @hiramsanchez4912
    @hiramsanchez4912 Год назад +1

    I love your review ... and I have loved my S21 Ultra + 5G. So, the question is, given that it is still quite competitive and that there are still Android updates promised, is it worthwhile updating to S23 Ultra?

    • @TheDroneDad
      @TheDroneDad  Год назад +3

      Depends what you're looking for. The announcement the other day makes the 23 looks really nice. I like the S Pen being in the phone again since the Note series. But if you don't need that or a very specific use for the new camera set, the 21 will do just fine for now.

    • @hiramsanchez4912
      @hiramsanchez4912 Год назад +1

      @@TheDroneDad I have a Samsung pen with clip that I put in shirt pocket. Good to date. My photos are more than good. Between your response and other comments ... I'll look forward to the S24. Btw: I appreciate your prompt reply. Not many do so.

    • @TheDroneDad
      @TheDroneDad  Год назад +2

      @@hiramsanchez4912 You bet! Always try to answer quickly when people are kind enough to take the time to watch my content. Thank you! Spread the word if you know anyone else who may like my videos.

  • @artbunker
    @artbunker Год назад

    Great video.

    • @TheDroneDad
      @TheDroneDad  Год назад

      Thanks! I appreciate it! Got another one coming this weekend!

  • @hoangphung86
    @hoangphung86 Год назад

    My S21U after updating to OneUI 5.0, it always gets overheating 40-46 *C despite I don't use heavy task or gaming, and the onscreen time is only 5-6 hours. Too bad!!!

    • @TheDroneDad
      @TheDroneDad  Год назад

      That's a bummer. Hope they can fix the issue with another update.

  • @kensmyrrl7571
    @kensmyrrl7571 Год назад +2

    I will wait for the 23 to come out and and a few months later get myself a s21 refurbished for around 300 dollars

  • @Loai.Gaming
    @Loai.Gaming Год назад +6

    Yes, I can confirm that it's a great phone in 2023 except for the battery I'm always on power saving mode and I wished that mine was the snapdragon version it would be faster with some tasks.

    • @TheDroneDad
      @TheDroneDad  Год назад +3

      Really? I have never had an issue with the battery. Wonder if maybe you got a bad one?

    • @Loai.Gaming
      @Loai.Gaming Год назад

      @The Drone Dad No it's new & got it from the Samsung dealership here in Jordan (middle east) but the max screen time on from 100 to 0% can't get over 6 hours with QHD+ 120Hz dark mode & with power saving mode FHD it can last like 9 hours screen time on.

    • @thoughtstorn854
      @thoughtstorn854 Год назад

      Exynos?

    • @Loai.Gaming
      @Loai.Gaming Год назад

      @@thoughtstorn854 yes

    • @angelesalvarado2548
      @angelesalvarado2548 Год назад +1

      mine lasts up to two days, probably you got a defective battery.

  • @someone_u_dont_know79
    @someone_u_dont_know79 10 месяцев назад +1

    so um how many more years from today would it be getting uptated cuz im considering getting it

    • @TheDroneDad
      @TheDroneDad  10 месяцев назад +1

      Samsung just announced they have extended their updates to 4 years instead of three previous rule of 3 years. So the s21u should be covered until 2025.

    • @someone_u_dont_know79
      @someone_u_dont_know79 10 месяцев назад +1

      i thought they said 5 years
      @@TheDroneDad

    • @TheDroneDad
      @TheDroneDad  10 месяцев назад +1

      @someone_u_dont_know79 I think the 5 years is security patches. Could be wrong.

  • @NoLifeGamingOfficial
    @NoLifeGamingOfficial 2 месяца назад

    I had the vivo y21 last year and last Christmas I upgraded to the s21 ultra and it was one of the best decisions I've ever made, I'd only upgrade when the s25u or s26u comes but but I know for sure that I'm not getting an iphone

    • @TheDroneDad
      @TheDroneDad  2 месяца назад

      I just got the 24u in February. Working on a review of that now.

  • @19Bearsfansince79
    @19Bearsfansince79 Год назад +3

    Keeping my s21 ultra for AT LEAST another 2 years... probably upgrade the the s25 when it comes time....

    • @TheDroneDad
      @TheDroneDad  Год назад +1

      Nice to have that option to do so.

  • @Indo432
    @Indo432 Год назад

    Is the S21 Ultra currently better than the new Oneplus nord CE3 lite for the money.

    • @TheDroneDad
      @TheDroneDad  Год назад

      Sadly I haven't got to play with that device. Maybe one my channel continues to grow...

  • @albertcharles3085
    @albertcharles3085 Год назад

    Good afternoon I have the Samsung Galaxy fans edition is still stuck on the November security patch I want to upgrade a friend want to sell me the Samsung Galaxy s21 ultra for $269 but it got a small dead pixel at the lower right corner is that worth buying

    • @TheDroneDad
      @TheDroneDad  Год назад +1

      I've always been told that a dead pixel isn't that big of a deal. Up to you if you would mind it or not.

    • @albertcharles3085
      @albertcharles3085 Год назад

      @@TheDroneDad so do you think I should get it or just keep the s21 fans

    • @TheDroneDad
      @TheDroneDad  Год назад +1

      I love the Ultra. Never used the fans before. But you can see some of the other commented who agree that the 21 Ultra is awesome.

    • @albertcharles3085
      @albertcharles3085 Год назад

      Ty 💯

  • @jael4132
    @jael4132 Год назад

    did you buy samsung care for your zfold4?

    • @TheDroneDad
      @TheDroneDad  Год назад

      No. I just have the premium insurance through my carrier (T Mobile).

  • @trekkingwithus
    @trekkingwithus Год назад +1

    Liked 👍 it 💯

  • @ZARSHIT14
    @ZARSHIT14 Год назад

    I don’t feel like this review went as in-depth as I thought however this is my first time watching this channel.

    • @TheDroneDad
      @TheDroneDad  Год назад

      Thanks for coming to the channel! I was trying to give a first-hand experience for someone who might not want to hear the in-depth specs, but if more feedback shows the desire for that, I'll start being a little more thorough! I appreciate the feedback!

  • @boomersooner9888
    @boomersooner9888 Год назад

    I need help got the s21 ultra should I upgrade to the s23 ultra

    • @TheDroneDad
      @TheDroneDad  Год назад

      Personally, if nothing is wrong with the 21 you have, I'd wait.

  • @8thwonder506
    @8thwonder506 Год назад +2

    Is it worth to buy today for 500 dollars 12gb 256 gb please reply

    • @TheDroneDad
      @TheDroneDad  Год назад +1

      I'd buy one today for that. Yes. :)

  • @FAIZJL
    @FAIZJL Год назад

    Bro do you think galaxy S20 ultra after 3 years is still good and performance are impressive like s21 ultra or not

    • @TheDroneDad
      @TheDroneDad  Год назад

      Been a while since I've seen the 20. I never owned one, but looked at it. Hard to say.

  • @wilt3051
    @wilt3051 Год назад

    My S21 Ultra basicslly got the same screen as the S23 Ultra rn so its been aight

  • @mraman4431
    @mraman4431 Год назад +4

    This phone is my main mobile since the inception in 2021 with 16 GB RAM 512 GB ROM with android 13,searching reason for update to new phone. Sadly find no reason

    • @TheDroneDad
      @TheDroneDad  Год назад +1

      This phone really was a game changer. They may need some time to come up with enough new stuff to really "wow" us after that.

  • @johnharris7191
    @johnharris7191 Год назад

    I just bought a Samsung certified renewed S21 Ultra to replace a Motorola G5 plus. Haven't fully changed over to it yet but it's a massive upgrade for me. I still like the old phone.

    • @TheDroneDad
      @TheDroneDad  Год назад

      Old phones were cut from a different cloth. Enjoy the upgrade!

    • @decod3
      @decod3 Год назад

      how much?

  • @bahman7908
    @bahman7908 Год назад

    guys does it still overheat? i want to buy it but im scared about over heating

    • @TheDroneDad
      @TheDroneDad  Год назад

      Mine has never been more than just "kinda warm". I even take mine in the sauna with me at the gym and it does just fine.

    • @wavycrockett4261
      @wavycrockett4261 Год назад

      Never had that problem

  • @NoName-tg2kr
    @NoName-tg2kr Год назад +2

    Still using my S21 Ultra never betrayed me. best phone ever made so far

  • @kevinortega9314
    @kevinortega9314 Год назад

    I'm still using mine and it works great so yeah, still a great phone in 2023

  • @thoughtstorn854
    @thoughtstorn854 Год назад +3

    Thx of upgrading to this from S10 lite

    • @TheDroneDad
      @TheDroneDad  Год назад

      The S21 is a great upgrade from the S10 series! If you want to use the link in the description, I'd be very grateful as I get a small commission off that, but don't feel obligated! Thanks for watching!

    • @Shan_Shah
      @Shan_Shah Год назад

      @The Drone Dad i feel like its a bg upgrade over the s20 series expect gaming were the s20 series especially the ultra is still the king of android flagship in terms of tens gaming it would do pubg at 90fps which alot of gaming phones can't do

  • @jaddenham8119
    @jaddenham8119 Год назад

    Cool bearded dragon is that yours?

  • @05tsamra
    @05tsamra Год назад

    Do the colours and resolution look better on the s23 ultra on this than the s21 ultra

    • @TheDroneDad
      @TheDroneDad  Год назад

      Looking at my wife's, I don't notice a difference. Maybe brighter, but no more colorful.

    • @05tsamra
      @05tsamra Год назад

      @@TheDroneDad ok thanks are the multi tasking features the same

    • @TheDroneDad
      @TheDroneDad  Год назад

      As far as I know. She hasn't really let me play with it much yet.

  • @PayampsCutz
    @PayampsCutz Год назад

    S21U unlocked version, so my phone is not updating I still have android 12 and my last security patch was December 2021?. I'm the only one with this problem. It bothers me a lot

  • @mysticzais6511
    @mysticzais6511 Год назад

    Your video is good everything is great but maybe you can make the room brighter because the's alot of noise in your video, other than that everything is fine👍🏻

    • @TheDroneDad
      @TheDroneDad  Год назад +1

      Thanks for the feedback!

    • @mysticzais6511
      @mysticzais6511 Год назад

      @@TheDroneDad Already subs and will continue to support you and enjoy the content

  • @mdkgod43
    @mdkgod43 Год назад

    Upgraded to a s23 plus and loving the battery life, no longer do I need to worry about getting through a day with this phone

    • @TheDroneDad
      @TheDroneDad  Год назад +1

      Hope it stays a great phone down the road!

    • @mdkgod43
      @mdkgod43 Год назад

      @@TheDroneDad I do enjoy my 21U but the battery wasn't doing it for me

    • @TheDroneDad
      @TheDroneDad  Год назад +2

      I never had an issue with my battery, but sometimes you get a dud.

  • @jakeabbang3561
    @jakeabbang3561 5 месяцев назад

    S21ultra has the same price with s23 the small one... Which camera is much better?

    • @TheDroneDad
      @TheDroneDad  5 месяцев назад

      I'd be inclined to go with the Ultra model over a regular model. But that's without doing a side by side of the specs.

    • @jakeabbang3561
      @jakeabbang3561 5 месяцев назад

      S21 ultra 12gb 256gb, and s23 8gb 128 gb. Both have almost the same price.

  • @Techguy_360
    @Techguy_360 Год назад

    Sorry i heard that there's a new update that cause the screen flickering is that true and incase I'm buying a refurbished one so i should not update or

    • @TheDroneDad
      @TheDroneDad  Год назад +1

      I have not heard about that one. I'll have to look it up and see what they are saying!

    • @Techguy_360
      @Techguy_360 Год назад +1

      @@TheDroneDad ok ill send you the screenshot about the issue on a certain website

    • @Techguy_360
      @Techguy_360 Год назад

      @@TheDroneDad and plz sir if you get any information about the issue dont hesitate to share or send in my email, because i want to buy s21 ultra but because of this information that i heard just decided to get note 20 ultra tho my decision for s21 ultra is still there, I'm just at the middle coz I've not decided yet which device to get.

    • @TheDroneDad
      @TheDroneDad  Год назад

      It seems the newest software has fixed this limited problem. From the Samsung site. If you get a renewed one, make sure to get the most current update with the fix. And if you WANTED to use my Amazon affiliate link in the description, it sure would help the channel. Thanks for the comments!

  • @direfranchement
    @direfranchement Год назад

    I loved my S21 Ultra, it just started having a data problem and I decided to try iPhone. 6 months later and I'm using an S23 Ultra.

    • @TheDroneDad
      @TheDroneDad  Год назад

      Hard to go to the iPhone when you've had a galaxy right?

  • @ginaqueendiva7860
    @ginaqueendiva7860 Год назад +1

    I love my samsung s21ultra coming from s20 ultra horrible ability photos. This phone has a lot of features, and better battery life. The photos are amazing. I'm not upgrading anytime soon love this phone.

    • @TheDroneDad
      @TheDroneDad  Год назад

      It is gonna be hard to convince most to quit this phone.

  • @flicka25
    @flicka25 Год назад

    I have that phone in the exact same colour and it's not going anywhere. For one thing the design is beautiful and I really have no use for the S Pen. When is do use a pen cos it supports it I just grab the one that came with my old Tab S3. Not a fan of the new boxy design of the S22 Ultra and the S23 Ultra. Besides I think it's the best phone Samsung ever came up with....it'll have to be something really drastic to make me swap like a much improved UDC for instance or when the updates run dry.

  • @andrewterry129
    @andrewterry129 Год назад +1

    I’ve been using iPhone for the most part except when I broke my iPhone 11 Pro Max two years ago and got the Galaxy s10+ it was a great phone but I didn’t like that is wasn’t getting updates anymore except for security patches. But now that I’ve been back with iPhone for awhile. I’m just not impressed anymore. Sure apple updates their older devices for a longer duration but they’re overpriced for no reason because the Samsun S series line up offers way better specs like screen resolution, and RAM, Battery life, processors, download speeds, etc. Personally I don’t feel the need to go out and buy the latest phones as soon as they come out. I let them age for a year or so then get them on a deal. So thank you for this video I have made up my mind I’m ditching appl and going for the Galaxy s21 ultra

    • @TheDroneDad
      @TheDroneDad  Год назад +1

      Glad I could help! Don't feel obligated, but if you click my affiliate link to make your purchase, it would help the channel immensely. Thanks so much for watching!!!

  • @Herbie11
    @Herbie11 Год назад +1

    The PPI and resolution is still superior to the S22, S23 and iPhone 14. The chip is a bit faster in the other phones, but it is barely noticeable. Speed is not even needed, unless you game on your phone. S21 ultra is a keeper.

  • @KevinBlake4580
    @KevinBlake4580 Год назад +2

    Impressive!

    • @TheDroneDad
      @TheDroneDad  Год назад

      Samsung does good work for sure!

  • @Shan_Shah
    @Shan_Shah Год назад +1

    I'm not a fan of the 20:9 aspect ratio its way to narrow and takes away from the enjoyable screen experience

    • @TheDroneDad
      @TheDroneDad  Год назад

      I didn't mind the ratio too much. Weird at first, but I got used to it.

    • @Shan_Shah
      @Shan_Shah Год назад

      @The Drone Dad I guess but still it makes the device look cheaper like when u compare it to the s10 the front of s10 looks more expensive and premium because of the wider aspect ratio

  • @jonburrows9816
    @jonburrows9816 Год назад +5

    I'm happy with my S21 Ultra, it's a terrific smart phone. I have no plans to upgrade. But security updates end next year.

    • @MothersMilk-1
      @MothersMilk-1 Год назад +2

      You meant 2026.

    • @jonburrows9816
      @jonburrows9816 Год назад +1

      @factsarena9960 Thanks for the info. It means I can hang on to it for a few more years.

  • @rehanyawar7207
    @rehanyawar7207 Год назад

    Has the phone slowed down?

    • @TheDroneDad
      @TheDroneDad  Год назад

      No slow down in the time I had it. I have since upgraded to the Z Fold 4. Have a review on that on the channel as well if interested. Thanks!

  • @skyman9265
    @skyman9265 Год назад

    Since Samsung galaxy s 3 i have all phones of the galaxy S series and more or less they are the same as hardware performance. And am a person working on my phone every day all day.

    • @TheDroneDad
      @TheDroneDad  Год назад

      They found what works, for sure.

  • @JaelLo-uu3zm
    @JaelLo-uu3zm Год назад

    s21u overheats?

    • @TheDroneDad
      @TheDroneDad  Год назад

      My 21 Ultra never overheated unless it was laying out in the sun in the middle of summer.

  • @Shan_Shah
    @Shan_Shah Год назад +3

    without a doubt even the s8 and s9 are still good its just the software and it was powerful enough to handle android 13

    • @TheDroneDad
      @TheDroneDad  Год назад

      We have the s8 and s9 in our house and you're right. Solid phones. Samsung know how to make them.

  • @Mickieshelton
    @Mickieshelton Год назад +1

    It's a top 10 phone ever made. Of course it holds up.

  • @sam3kperv
    @sam3kperv Год назад +2

    Hmmm I'm now watching this video from my Samsung galaxy s21 ultra 256gb version in 2023

    • @TheDroneDad
      @TheDroneDad  Год назад +1

      Your phone thinks you're bragging about it. And it's right!

  • @drench20
    @drench20 Год назад +3

    Proud owner of S21 Ultra!

  • @huberttan6086
    @huberttan6086 Год назад

    are there still new s21 ultra being sold?

    • @TheDroneDad
      @TheDroneDad  Год назад

      Of course! I should have a link in the description to one.

    • @huberttan6086
      @huberttan6086 Год назад

      I mean not refurbished.

  • @arnoni11
    @arnoni11 Год назад

    i pre ordered my s21 ultra still get few day battery life. not a single issue. but ready for the s23 ultra.

    • @TheDroneDad
      @TheDroneDad  Год назад

      Hope you enjoy the 23!

    • @arnoni11
      @arnoni11 Год назад

      @@TheDroneDad im doing the same with 23ultra leaning towards the green. have black now.

  • @Ethan_602
    @Ethan_602 Год назад

    is it good for games like cod mobile?

    • @TheDroneDad
      @TheDroneDad  Год назад +1

      I didn't game much on it, but I would imagine the Z Fold 4 would be great for mobile gaming with the bigger screen. I have a review of that on the channel as well if you wanted to take a look!

    • @Ethan_602
      @Ethan_602 Год назад

      @@TheDroneDad okay thanks

  • @lou_don_718_NYC_Bk
    @lou_don_718_NYC_Bk Год назад

    Subscriber 184!

  • @trekkingwithus
    @trekkingwithus Год назад

    So what about s22u?

    • @TheDroneDad
      @TheDroneDad  Год назад +1

      I haven't got to play with the 22 yet, but it looks like a small update. Nothing earth-,shattering.

  • @aburgin98
    @aburgin98 Год назад

    Super phone that's been worth buying

  • @DJDangelo-qs3fp
    @DJDangelo-qs3fp Год назад

    i still have the S21 ultra and sitll the best 4Me and i real belive for others too and rigth now the price on amazon 370 in like new conditions

    • @TheDroneDad
      @TheDroneDad  Год назад

      It's a beast of a phone that keeps going!

  • @dexdevlon
    @dexdevlon Год назад +1

    Just bought this phone 🎉

  • @mikejones-nd6ni
    @mikejones-nd6ni Год назад +5

    Hell yeah it is. The Note 20 Ultra is still a great option especially with the expandable storage it has.

  • @JH-666
    @JH-666 Год назад +2

    Great phone!battery is good 9h sot per day

    • @TheDroneDad
      @TheDroneDad  Год назад +1

      Handles daily use incredibly well

  • @user-oi7xe1bx6h
    @user-oi7xe1bx6h Год назад +1

    My s22 ultra was lost so I bought the 21 ultra and I honestly like it more!

  • @jamareverett717
    @jamareverett717 Год назад +1

    I had the s22 ultra I traded it for the iphone 14 pro max (dumbest decision of my life) I still use my s21 ultra a lot more then the iphone I've been buying phones since the early 2000's back when Nokia 3300 was poppin sidekick was my number 1 and s21 ultra is currently my number 2 then it's the blackberry definitely my favorite smartphone

  • @mdha86
    @mdha86 11 месяцев назад

    Except for newest processor (which most people would barely notice) their nearly the same on the inside and same screen…just different shape.

  • @MrJiwan430
    @MrJiwan430 9 месяцев назад

    I feel bad for weight of this phone 📱. I was like holding brick on my hand 😂

    • @TheDroneDad
      @TheDroneDad  9 месяцев назад

      You should get a gym membership. (Just kidding, it is a big phone, for sure.)

  • @giovannibucio
    @giovannibucio Год назад +2

    samsung is simply the best in the android world.

  • @officialrohit115k7
    @officialrohit115k7 Год назад +1

    I'm not able to buy this phone .but still watching your video 😂

    • @TheDroneDad
      @TheDroneDad  Год назад +1

      I appreciate you! You da real MVP!

    • @officialrohit115k7
      @officialrohit115k7 Год назад +1

      @@TheDroneDad omg you really reply to me ☺️
      Thank you sir

    • @TheDroneDad
      @TheDroneDad  Год назад +1

      @@officialrohit115k7 Of course I did. You're awesome for watching!

    • @officialrohit115k7
      @officialrohit115k7 Год назад +1

      @@TheDroneDad 255 subscriber ♥️

  • @mikeh4650
    @mikeh4650 Год назад

    I mean it didn't come out in 2015 lol. Specs/camera are up to par if not actually better then newer phones.

  • @edsoncarvalho9297
    @edsoncarvalho9297 Год назад

    I have one, and i stay with it.

    • @TheDroneDad
      @TheDroneDad  Год назад

      Thanks awesome! Glad you like it!

  • @paulrose319
    @paulrose319 Год назад

    looks a fingerprint magnet always slap a case on my phones

    • @TheDroneDad
      @TheDroneDad  Год назад

      Yeah. Most phones are these days. I use a case since I've got kids who sometimes wanna watch movies on my phone, but if was nice to spend some time admiring the look of the phone itself.

  • @adamshaikh8856
    @adamshaikh8856 Год назад

    4:15 what`s the other hand doing?

    • @TheDroneDad
      @TheDroneDad  Год назад

      Not sure what you mean. I talk with my hands a lot. Part of my day job.

    • @saturn7835
      @saturn7835 Год назад

      @@TheDroneDad I think he meant if you can’t reach it with one hand use the other.

    • @TheDroneDad
      @TheDroneDad  Год назад

      @Artemis probably right. Meant if you don't feel like using both hands. Oh well.