Galaxy S24 Ultra: Worth The Upgrade?

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  • Опубликовано: 21 ноя 2024

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  • @TechOdyssey
    @TechOdyssey  10 месяцев назад +8

    PRE-ORDER S24 ULTRA $50 FREE CREDIT! howl.me/clrsAN0t19I (affiliate)
    S24 Ultra: howl.me/clrsAN0t19I (affiliate)
    S24+: howl.me/clrsFncOTVS (affiliate)

    • @Noworries-PU7ye
      @Noworries-PU7ye 10 месяцев назад

      I only buy my devices right from Samsung the what's the carrier or gimmicky because they're not unlocked the only way I would take a carrier version if they completely unlocked it

  • @breezygibson22
    @breezygibson22 10 месяцев назад +24

    Yeah you convinced me to keep my s23 ultra

  • @jjeter1
    @jjeter1 10 месяцев назад +25

    Nah i think if you have 23 ultra keep it..
    🤗

  • @giovanniprado3887
    @giovanniprado3887 10 месяцев назад +11

    coming from s20 fe, going to s24 ultra. im so excited 😊

  • @robertabrams91
    @robertabrams91 10 месяцев назад +8

    Evening Tech Odyssey...may I ask you when was the last time you used a S 22 Ultra? Ever since android 14...mine has been GREAT on battery life..and doesn't throttle at all. And if the A i features trickle down...I feel it's the sleeper of the year. Rob in NYC.

  • @dannybishop68
    @dannybishop68 10 месяцев назад +21

    Yeah I’ll stick it out with my S23 Ultra. Thanks this further proves my decision. S24 ultra beautiful phone I love that new grey and the completely flat display and great new processor. I’ll see what they do in 25.

    • @michaelkelley4711
      @michaelkelley4711 10 месяцев назад +1

      I'm being forced to upgrade because Samsung throttles my service all I see is a 🚫 sign for my signal. So I upgraded to the s24 ultra from the 22 ultra

    • @dannybishop68
      @dannybishop68 10 месяцев назад +1

      @@michaelkelley4711 Yeah I had the same problem with my S22 ultra before I upgraded to the S23 Ultra. I couldn’t get a signal outside of wifi at all around this same time last year , so I got the S23 Ultra in February of 23. Never had the same issue with my 23 Ultra.

    • @michaelkelley4711
      @michaelkelley4711 10 месяцев назад +1

      @dannybishop68 yah that's my same problem I have to walk around with a portable hotspot just to even make a call lol

    • @TomShadowrider
      @TomShadowrider 10 месяцев назад +2

      Remember everyone saying don't go from s22 to the 23, no difference. So basically don't do it if you have a 22 or 23.
      I'll still get the s24u can't wait

    • @dannybishop68
      @dannybishop68 10 месяцев назад

      @@TomShadowrider Hey congrats, its an awesome phone. I upgraded every year dating back from the S8. I was considering the 24 Ultra til i discovered how problem free my 23 Ultra has been and considering it looks similar. Grab it and enjoy it, great device.

  • @KornyKornball
    @KornyKornball 10 месяцев назад +61

    If Samsung can get away with a AI Subscription I can see others jumping on board.

    • @yaboipookiepook
      @yaboipookiepook 10 месяцев назад

      Not unless Google does it, they want. Google controls the software side of things, Samsung doesn't. Samsung "Is Only" Licensing Gemini Nano from Google in order to have Samsung AI on their devices...

    • @robertabrams91
      @robertabrams91 10 месяцев назад +1

      My thoughts exactly

    • @inderjit3125
      @inderjit3125 10 месяцев назад

      Agreed

    • @peterbiznar9678
      @peterbiznar9678 10 месяцев назад +3

      isnt the subscription just a rumor?

    • @robertabrams91
      @robertabrams91 10 месяцев назад +3

      @peterbiznar9678 No... end of 2025 you can sign up to continue the A i service.

  • @coreyburns2074
    @coreyburns2074 10 месяцев назад +13

    This is a tough one but if I had the s23u I wouldn’t upgrade it’s still such a beast

    • @kevinphoenix2007
      @kevinphoenix2007 10 месяцев назад +3

      I’m in the opinion that, especially in his day and age, a phone should be held onto for at least three years. If Samsung is promising seven years for this phone and its siblings, then it must be capable of going strong for at least that long. Going forward, anyone buying the following year’s phones should only be doing it because they are upgrading from a two or more year old phone. In fact, Samsung could potentially release new phones every two years instead of one…though I’m sure that’ll never actually happen.

    • @PollyDollyBabe
      @PollyDollyBabe 10 месяцев назад

      Let’s be honest just going onto 4years the battery well gone and no one wants that . And there moved on to the next generation like now. Lots of people selling them after 1year like now. There be a overload of last year’s model . You may see in the shops dealers they not selling last year model s23. But trade ups will be happening. I wonder what’s the waiting on the new Samsung Ai phone now? Is it confirmed yet. From Samsung them self. 🥳 all the best wishes regardless. 👍 nice video

  • @curbsidetech
    @curbsidetech 10 месяцев назад +5

    Great points. I have a note 8 and s9 plus. 7 years brings life to the resell market. Great deals to trade in now, so I guess it's time.

  • @autotitslinger
    @autotitslinger 10 месяцев назад +26

    My s23 ultra and 22 ultra cracked by the curve due to cases not covering it. This is a flat, more usable viewing area and, most importantly, more durable in addition to being titanium. When it comes to my situation, i can get the most money for the curved gimmick garbage now than if I wait. Its been over a decade since samsung produced a flat screen flagship.

    • @Noworries-PU7ye
      @Noworries-PU7ye 10 месяцев назад +2

      Does the s24 Plus have a flat display?? Let's hope it does I don't like the curve displays any longer😢

    • @Christopher2024ND
      @Christopher2024ND 10 месяцев назад +2

      @@Noworries-PU7ye Yes sir, it's totally flat.

    • @TheologyUnleashed
      @TheologyUnleashed 10 месяцев назад +2

      Yup, curved screens are super dumb

    • @Noworries-PU7ye
      @Noworries-PU7ye 10 месяцев назад

      @@Christopher2024ND totally awesome pre-order right from Samsung or should I go with the s24 ultra I don't know which one I should get or maybe I should get the s24 ultra

    • @coreyhunter5404
      @coreyhunter5404 10 месяцев назад +3

      I totally agree. I'd have kept my note 7 if I didn't have to travel that year. Since then Ive been upgrading and have the 23 ultra myself... but the main upgrade, and I think those Aholes know it, is getting rid the stupid curved glass.

  • @24bics
    @24bics 10 месяцев назад +21

    S24U flat screen/glare reduction was of great interest to me. The S-pen being flush with the phone was another draw because I've inadvertently clicked mine to first stage deployment a zillion times already. The prospect of AI with a Snapdragon chip had me chomping at the bit. Then... Subscriptions, 5x optical tele. No thanks on both counts. Will be keeping my S23U. It can only get better with updates. As you previously stated, it will likely go down as the greatest pre AI marketing phone ever.

    • @BouncingZeus
      @BouncingZeus 10 месяцев назад

      I think the reason was more because people tend to zoom between less than 10 most of the time.

    • @RellyMedia
      @RellyMedia 10 месяцев назад +1

      ​@joemilone6 that's odd the 10x is game changing

    • @BouncingZeus
      @BouncingZeus 10 месяцев назад

      I have an s22 ultra can't say it changed anything at all for me.

    • @neilmcguinness4422
      @neilmcguinness4422 10 месяцев назад

      ​@@BouncingZeusNo we don't!.. Don't be so opinionated. You are very wrong.

  • @Uncle_Drew0227
    @Uncle_Drew0227 10 месяцев назад +4

    I totally agree on the screen part, I did put a matte screen protector on my s23U which prevents reflection. The nits brightness outdoors is still good for me and have no complaints.
    However, the flat screen of the new model is really good as you can buy tempered glass easier since most of the brands now can manufacture it.

  • @rickbase833
    @rickbase833 10 месяцев назад +6

    I just got the S23 Ultra 3 months ago after having a Note 10+. I wasn't planning on getting the S23 but.....Samsung was offering up to $500 trade in and since I kept my Note 10+ in great condition, received the full trade in value. Gotta say Note 10+ was just fine for me but there no more OS upgrades since the phone is 4 years so I sprung for the S23 Ultra and it's a nice phone. I'll check back in around S28 timeframe for another look at the latest.

    • @adamsnow3951
      @adamsnow3951 10 месяцев назад +1

      I just pre ordered a Black S24 Ultra 1TB upgraded from a Note 10 + 5G 512gb

    • @jhragins96
      @jhragins96 10 месяцев назад +1

      I loved my note 10 plus just lost it and upgraded to s23 ultra. Love it

  • @CFC_44
    @CFC_44 10 месяцев назад +7

    Love the content, great advice each time.

    • @TechOdyssey
      @TechOdyssey  10 месяцев назад +1

      Glad you like them! Thank you

    • @TechOdyssey
      @TechOdyssey  10 месяцев назад

      @@MichaelJ84. I can’t very well review them if I don’t buy them. That’s why.

  • @tracybrovan3997
    @tracybrovan3997 10 месяцев назад +1

    Hey TechOdyssey, I finally pulled the trigger listening to this video. Bought my NOTE 8 on the first day on August 23rd, 2017 to the S24 Ultra ! Can't wait! EVERYONE is telling me this will be a monster upgrade for me ! Thanks for your videos ! You are my favorite tech channel on RUclips !

    • @TechOdyssey
      @TechOdyssey  9 месяцев назад

      Awesome. Glad to hear it. I hope you enjoy the phone! And thanks for the support. I’m glad you enjoy the videos.

  • @Mr_57ChargerRT
    @Mr_57ChargerRT 10 месяцев назад +3

    Thanks for the info 👍 I will be upgrading from the S21 Plus to the S23 Ultra

    • @JH-666
      @JH-666 10 месяцев назад

      Very good move i go 1y ago S21 U --> S23 U very good move i love this

  • @SteveVanCleef
    @SteveVanCleef 10 месяцев назад +3

    I switched from the S23 Ultra to the S24 Ultra. The reasons are simply the flat display and the titanium coating and the new less reflective glass.
    The feel has also improved as a result.

  • @theshadowdirector
    @theshadowdirector 10 месяцев назад +5

    So in the end I did get an order in. I'm getting the S24U in green 512 GB. I was initially going to buy it through my network but the deals Samsung are offering are too good to pass up. £50 off, a free leather case and screen protector, double storage for free, a pretty generous trading price for my Pixel 6 Pro, a 30% discount on the care+ plan, a voucher for a free galaxy watch 6 and and they will pay my Disney+dl for a year. It's kind of ridiculous.
    Only bad part is that I didn't want to pay for the thing in one big chunk so I had to jump through all of the hoops for the Samsung finance plan. Let's know interest so it's pretty good as loans go but filling in the online paperwork is a pain. I still had to pay like $500 upfront to even be accepted. But regardless it's done now. Pretty happy with my decision as of right now.

    • @kevinphoenix2007
      @kevinphoenix2007 10 месяцев назад

      Weird. In the US, there’s no interest at all and if approved, you should be fully covered for the price of the phone.

    • @theshadowdirector
      @theshadowdirector 10 месяцев назад

      @@kevinphoenix2007 oh there's none here either. But I still had to go through a whole process. Possibly s difference in regulations.

    • @neilmcguinness4422
      @neilmcguinness4422 10 месяцев назад

      Your deal sounds a sweet one. You would have kicked yourself later for not taking it up.

  • @WaffleusRex
    @WaffleusRex 10 месяцев назад +28

    I'm sticking with my S23 Ultra. Like the 10x zoom for wildlife photography.

    • @24bics
      @24bics 10 месяцев назад +3

      Same. Works great for sporting events as well.

  • @stephenbreslin6859
    @stephenbreslin6859 10 месяцев назад +1

    A refreshing pleasure to listen to your frank, solidly reasoned analysis. No more reliable cell phone guide than you.

    • @TechOdyssey
      @TechOdyssey  10 месяцев назад

      Thank you! I appreciate it.

  • @JonsCreditAndTravel
    @JonsCreditAndTravel 10 месяцев назад +14

    I have the S23 Ultra (Black, 256GB) I ordered an S24 Ultra (Titanium Violet, 1TB). I think the kick down from 10MP to 5MP is the sweet spot of this phone for portraits. I think software updates will make the already amazing cameras even better. Im excited to get my hands on it.

    • @jakublizon6375
      @jakublizon6375 10 месяцев назад +2

      Yeah... i don't buy Samsung phones, but the 5x telephoto is so much more useful. Maxed out 10x on 10mp looks pretty bad.

    • @JonsCreditAndTravel
      @JonsCreditAndTravel 10 месяцев назад

      @@jakublizon6375 100% agree!!

    • @onthatdirtroad
      @onthatdirtroad 10 месяцев назад +3

      10x to 5x optical zoom but the ccd is now 50mp....

    • @ar12.
      @ar12. 10 месяцев назад

      ⁠@@onthatdirtroadyeah 3 reviews have already shown the 10x is worse now check Toms guide he has an article about it showing that but I can agree 5x is probably more useful at 50mp.

    • @apeswhat2273
      @apeswhat2273 10 месяцев назад +3

      The S25 U makes more sense from 23 U yet if Google used Snapdragon for Pixel 9 would be king.

  • @Sob3r777
    @Sob3r777 10 месяцев назад +2

    I've recently ordered the S24 Ultra and plan to trade in my S22 Ultra for extra cashback. During my time with the S22 Ultra, I discovered an unexpected issue. Initially, I believed the AMOLED screen was free from any burn-in. However, upon closer inspection of the area behind the status bar, I noticed faint signs of burn-in. This was surprising, especially after learning that OneUI 6.0 lacks specific AMOLED burn-in protection features. The light burn-in on my screen was disappointing. To address this, I've started using Good Lock's QuickStar to disable all icons on the status bar, which helps, but it's a workaround. I believe a built-in feature for auto-hiding the status bar in future Android updates would be highly beneficial. It would not only enhance the overall user experience but also play a crucial role in preventing screen burn-in, especially in static areas like the status bar.

  • @wbeard358
    @wbeard358 10 месяцев назад +3

    The 23 Ultra hits all the marks for my usage. When I do get the itch to upgrade hopefully the Pixel 9 Pro be right around the corner

  • @missdemeanor2637
    @missdemeanor2637 10 месяцев назад +6

    I went to Best Buy today to play with the demos, thinking I might trade my 23 ultra for the 24 plus because I have been wanting a smaller samsung. Well, I've pre-ordered the 24 ultra because even though the weight and size is hardly different from the 23 ultra, it just feels so much nicer. The 24 plus is lovely, but I just don't get the vibes for it, no matter how much more practical it is to purchase. The titanium has a really nice feel to it. So off I go again into another giant phone 😂

    • @TheDanimal91
      @TheDanimal91 10 месяцев назад +1

      I decided to get the s24 plus from the s23 ultra for the reasons you described

    • @Noworries-PU7ye
      @Noworries-PU7ye 10 месяцев назад +1

      I will miss out on the titanium because I'm going to put a case on mine I will not take it out of the house without a case you pay too much money for it😮

    • @kevinphoenix2007
      @kevinphoenix2007 10 месяцев назад

      @@Noworries-PU7ye Agreed. I went with the S24+. To me, it seems like the best choice of the three overall. I can’t justify the Ultra being another $100 more than the previous iterations.

    • @Noworries-PU7ye
      @Noworries-PU7ye 10 месяцев назад

      @@kevinphoenix2007 Samsung's getting greedy it's because the economy is improving that's why prices are going up inflation is under control. That's probably the reason for the price increase still not the right thing to do😟

  • @earnelllove
    @earnelllove 10 месяцев назад +1

    I agree with you, I differently keeping my Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra phone and thank for the information 🙏

  • @earnelllove
    @earnelllove 10 месяцев назад +2

    I really love my Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra, so keeping it 😊

  • @techierg1862
    @techierg1862 10 месяцев назад +6

    Something to consider at the end of 2025 if you plan to keep your phone that long Samsung may or could start charging for ai Samsung is not specific but it is assumed to be for cloud based ai features if ai is important to you it’s something to think about.

    • @Noworries-PU7ye
      @Noworries-PU7ye 10 месяцев назад +1

      I will not pay for the AI if they start charging for it I can go without it the phone will still work

  • @cvtechreview
    @cvtechreview 10 месяцев назад +4

    I gotta say it... How long did you own the S22 Ultra? I've had mine since release which was 2 years ago now. I was gonna upgrade to the S23 Ultra, but Samsung tried to scam me so I cancelled it. But back to the S22 Ultra... Android 13 and 14 actually made the S22 Ultra much better if you can believe that. I've never felt mine throttle or slow down, and yeah the phone does get warm, but it's not really that big of an issue. I wear a GhostTek case on mine and barely feel it get warm. Yeah the battery ain't the greatest, but to save hundreds of dollars... I can deal with that. No disrespect here, I like your videos and your channel, but the S22 Ultra ain't as bad as you keep making it out to be.

    • @pedromarrero
      @pedromarrero 10 месяцев назад

      Same here....

    • @TechOdyssey
      @TechOdyssey  10 месяцев назад +1

      I ditched it a year ago. It was terrible. If it’s improved since then, that’s good for people who have it. I’d say you should look and see how much it gets throttled if you can even get an accurate number with Samsungs shenanigans.

    • @markcossman200
      @markcossman200 10 месяцев назад

      I agree keeping my S22U. Not worth it to spend $500+ with trade-in IMO. My S22U works great & I get 6-7 hours SOT.

  • @SICARIOx7
    @SICARIOx7 10 месяцев назад +3

    Sticking with my S23 Ultra at 512GB 12 RAM what more can I want will wait for the New Design Hopefully S25 Ultra

    • @kevinphoenix2007
      @kevinphoenix2007 10 месяцев назад +2

      It’s all for the better. From what I understand, the AI features will be filtering down to the S23 series anyway, so aside from a small spec bump in the CPU and GPU and a slightly stronger body, it’s basically the same phone anyway. If anything, you’d be losing a little in the optical zoom department from 10X to 5X with the S24 Ultra.

  • @hoopscorner6458
    @hoopscorner6458 10 месяцев назад +2

    My S22Ultra runs sweet and never had an issue. 12G of RAM, 10x zoom, 120Hz refresh rate and 40MP front camera. No reason to upgrade and love curved screen! When Samsung puts satellite options, 144 Hz screen and 16g RAM maybe time to upgrade.

  • @papanik048
    @papanik048 10 месяцев назад +1

    Nice video you convinced me to stick with my s23 ultra. Maybe yes s25 ultra is a a great time to upgrade
    Keep it up Man kudos to your videos ❤❤

  • @KingLeo2759
    @KingLeo2759 9 месяцев назад +1

    If you own a S23 Ultra don’t upgrade. It’s not worth it…plus the Galaxy AI will be available for us in the early part of this year. Not to mention we have updates for the next 5 years. Just keep the beast up have

  • @silvercado
    @silvercado 10 месяцев назад +3

    I am on 21ultra. Cannot wait to upgrade to 24ultra when the price drops a bit.

  • @Trevor_ink
    @Trevor_ink 10 месяцев назад +1

    Hey just curious, what kind of mic do you use? Is it on the phone you’re recording with? Or a dedicated mic? Just wondering

    • @TechOdyssey
      @TechOdyssey  10 месяцев назад +1

      I use the Shure MV88+

  • @Sway_Boogie
    @Sway_Boogie 10 месяцев назад +2

    How long is the pre order period?

    • @TechOdyssey
      @TechOdyssey  10 месяцев назад +2

      Ends the 31st

    • @carerforever2118
      @carerforever2118 10 месяцев назад

      Ends 6th February here in Australia 🦘🇦🇺

  • @Korruptor711
    @Korruptor711 10 месяцев назад +1

    I'm swapping out my S23U for an S24U because 1) it works half the time on Wi-Fi. my S22U had the same issue, so I'm hoping the new Wi-Fi chip will change it 2) I have Vietnamese family members that I've never actually talked to directly, but being able to call them if there's an emergency or trying out the live translation would be nice in person 3) my S23U battery isn't that great... I generally get 5 or 6 hours of SOT 4) I use some AI editing apps, but they have ads 5) I hate the curved edge display.
    I'm at a point to where I want to start upgrading every 3 years as long as it doesn't have issues.

  • @Forsigh
    @Forsigh 10 месяцев назад +2

    Having WiFi 7 for me and You maybe is a bit too early but for anybody else that could be a good feature to have in 2-3 years. I usually Upgrade my Phone every 2-3 Years but i think we are at point where there so little upgrades that's 2-3 years its still feel like its not worth it. I Work in a phone shop and i still see people using Samsung S6 edge S8, quite often i replace batteries for Iphone 7s or 8s. I Upgraded from S22 Ultra and after 2 years, i did remove half of google services, samsung services, debloated the phone, that improved the battery life greatly, but still i felt like i spend 1200€ on a phone that has a poor battery life and i could not use it fully which shouldn't be the full flagship experience, i also had to use FHD instead of WQHD or else the phone battery would dissapear in front of my eyes.

  • @sincitysteve2009
    @sincitysteve2009 10 месяцев назад +4

    I currently sport the S23Ultra and the Z Fold 5. I ordered the Orange S23Ultra with 1TB of storage. I upgrade every year and throw the older phones into my "tech drawer" to use as either backup phone and/or trade in device. This process has worked for me for the last few years. My son does the same, so I inherit the older devices. Looking forward to the new S24ultra arriving in a couple weeks.

    • @stevep4236
      @stevep4236 10 месяцев назад

      You must have a lot of phones in the drawer lol

    • @sincitysteve2009
      @sincitysteve2009 10 месяцев назад +1

      @@stevep4236 Probably 10 from the last 4-5 years 😐

    • @sincitysteve2009
      @sincitysteve2009 10 месяцев назад +1

      Even a couple old Pixel phones..

  • @jits1
    @jits1 10 месяцев назад +1

    I have the s22ultra and I am not upgrading yet. It’s too expensive for most people. Don’t care for AI features. I love the s22ultra camera. Thanks for the video

  • @jakublizon6375
    @jakublizon6375 10 месяцев назад +1

    Hows the efficiency?

  • @kurtmomot458
    @kurtmomot458 10 месяцев назад

    Wasn't planning on purchasing the S24 Ultra but with the storage upgrade, buds2 pro for free and an out-of-pocket cost of $522 with trade in I pulled the trigger. Looking forward to using this beast.

  • @wilsonescudero3298
    @wilsonescudero3298 10 месяцев назад +2

    Buena refleccion, tengo el s23 ultra y no lo cambio por nada por lo menos 3 o 4 años seguiré disfrutando y con la llegada de one ui 6.1 más aún.

  • @omarreid7222
    @omarreid7222 10 месяцев назад +1

    Will keep my s23 ultra until galaxy fold 6 .. samsung better have some amazing trade in deals

  • @kevinphoenix2007
    @kevinphoenix2007 10 месяцев назад +1

    Honestly, I ultimately decided to upgrade from my S21 Ultra to the S24+
    I never really had a need for the S-Pen and the upgrades of the S24+ over the vanilla S24 are significantly higher compared to the S23+ over the vanilla S23. The S24+ is much closer to the S24 Ultra and even with a trade-in, I can’t justify the price of the Ultra at $100 more than the last few years at $1300 instead of $1200, especially when you’re losing out a little in the camera department. That being said, I don’t mind being limited to 3X optical zoom because I’m not that much of a photographer anyway.
    My key reasons for choosing the S24+ are: Bigger battery (nearly as big as the S24 Ultra, QuadHD+ display which the Ultra also has, well rounded form factor, 7 years of software updates/upgrades (I plan to take full advantage of the whole 7 years for this phone) and finally it now being technically $300 cheaper than the S24 Ultra while remaining closer in features to the S24 Ultra than the S24.
    I always keep my phone in a durable case and the screen with a screen protector so I won’t be interacting directly with the frame of the phone anyway to care if it’s made from aluminum or titanium. IMO, I’d say the S24+ is set up to be the pick for a lot of people compared to its siblings.

  • @viper29ca
    @viper29ca 10 месяцев назад

    In the market for a new phone. Currently running a Hauwei P30Pro.
    Where do I go? S23Ultra? S24Ultra? Google 8 Pro, or wait for the 9Pro?

  • @peterbiznar9678
    @peterbiznar9678 10 месяцев назад +1

    well i seen them side by side and must admit that the curvature on s23 ultra gives me more satisfaction to look at as it looks to me as i get better screen to body ratio and i dont see those black edges as much. but yeah easy to smash :(

  • @VinHarmon-so6zv
    @VinHarmon-so6zv 10 месяцев назад +5

    I side graded. Traded my S23U today for Pixel 8 Pro. It suited my needs better.

    • @gcforreal
      @gcforreal 10 месяцев назад +1

      Outside of camera and current a.i.(for now ) seems more of a downgrade how's the transition?

    • @jakublizon6375
      @jakublizon6375 10 месяцев назад +3

      ​@@gcforrealI think it's really about how you prefer.
      Samsung has better hardware, gaming and battery life.
      Pixel 8p has better software, cutting edge AI, cameras and display.

    • @brandonw1604
      @brandonw1604 10 месяцев назад

      @@gcforrealthe AI is literally everything Google is doing with the 8. Even the circle to find was introduced today by Made By Google.

    • @redstang70
      @redstang70 10 месяцев назад +1

      Having both thats a downgrade in more areas then its an upgrade.

    • @hotsauce6310
      @hotsauce6310 10 месяцев назад

      @@jakublizon6375
      "Cutting edge AI" 😂
      YOU CANT TELL THIS SHIT WHEN TOU KNOW ITS ALL DONE ONLINE, not on-device, you have to upload your data, pic for example, it gets sent to the server, the server processes it and then sents it back.

  • @earnelllove
    @earnelllove 10 месяцев назад

    I always watch your show....... I does learn alots from watching 👀 your videos keep up the good work 👏

  • @itsToretto
    @itsToretto 10 месяцев назад

    I saw that the new series doesn’t support Qi2, do you think the magnets build on cases are supporting Qi2?

  • @fraghead9813
    @fraghead9813 10 месяцев назад +2

    I upgraded to the s23 ultra but i dont think anyone needs to unless they just want the latest and greatest. The battery life on the s24 ultra seems to be better and the 10x to the 5x shouldnt make a difference.

  • @TomDegregorio-cz9yy
    @TomDegregorio-cz9yy 10 месяцев назад +3

    Why is everything about the ultra? Not everyone wants a HUGE phone stuffed in their pockets or needs everything the ultra comes with. When your out and about you see more small iPhones then you do in big ones at least that’s what I’ve noticed but, nobody is talking about the regular S24 🤷‍♂️

    • @TechOdyssey
      @TechOdyssey  10 месяцев назад +2

      I just talked about the plus yesterday

    • @capadon77
      @capadon77 10 месяцев назад

      Well more people lean more towards a bigger phone rather than small phones. If u look at sales of the s23 Ultra, it sold thousands more than the regular and plus models.

  • @Hydroponic21
    @Hydroponic21 10 месяцев назад +5

    I'm keeping my s23 ultra. I hope samsung will bring something good to the table for the s25. The s24 ultra did not impress me one bit.

    • @ghs7714
      @ghs7714 10 месяцев назад

      Not good to hear. Buy it now!

    • @neilmcguinness4422
      @neilmcguinness4422 10 месяцев назад

      ​@@ghs7714Are you a Samsung salesperson?.

    • @ghs7714
      @ghs7714 10 месяцев назад

      @@neilmcguinness4422 yes

  • @theavengers5559
    @theavengers5559 10 месяцев назад +9

    Buy or Pass
    Me : Wait 😁

  • @HenryJBR
    @HenryJBR 10 месяцев назад +2

    The good thing of 7 years is not for people to keep there phone for 7 years is more for people who wants to buy old phone that still get software updates

  • @ghostui6985
    @ghostui6985 10 месяцев назад +6

    I used a bunch of discounts being a student, trading in a 13 Pro Max, and a coupon code that worked ion remember which one though, and promotional discounts, and the bundle discounts I'm getting the S24U 1tb, screen protector, case, and earbuds for like 839 saving over 1k I thought it was an amazing deal

  • @juliepatrick5997
    @juliepatrick5997 10 месяцев назад +1

    That flat screen alone is why i want it i had 3 layers of protection for the 23ultra a case with raised sides, a screen protector, and a thing to hook to the case to put around your neck well that broke hit the pavement and the protector popped of and the case popped off a little bit and cracked the curved part had the same thing happen with the note10 in the same spot with a otter box and screen protector 1 and only drop.

  • @redstang70
    @redstang70 10 месяцев назад +1

    The flat screen is the biggest feature of note. As someone who loves the zoom capability on the S22/23 ultras the 24 ultra may be a downgrade despite the 50mp sensor. I get a new S device every year since the s3 so I did pre order but will definitely need to compare zoom between it the S23 ultra.
    I always laugh at advertising these silly 7 year update guarantees lol. Yeah like anyone keeps a device that long.

  • @sattooh
    @sattooh 10 месяцев назад

    Thinking about a new phone. Have the s10+ for ,yes, 5 years!! Starting to once in a while do goofy things. I have been thinking about the s23+, no ultra to big for my hand. Would you recommend the s23+ or go up to the s24+. I appreciate your input. Mostly research and you tube. Take pics with s10+ and am very happy with them. Thank you for sharing 🙃😊

  • @AngelMartinez-qs3cf
    @AngelMartinez-qs3cf 9 месяцев назад

    Great review! I have the Note 10+. It may seem like a silly question, but should I upgrade to the S24 Ultra?

  • @roryhouston8305
    @roryhouston8305 10 месяцев назад +1

    Can you put an actual sim card in the S24 ultra or is it e sim

  • @mariogrifus8020
    @mariogrifus8020 10 месяцев назад +1

    Hi boss for me zero hype it's only an upgrade...do you will test Nubia Z60 ultra?thank you

    • @TechOdyssey
      @TechOdyssey  10 месяцев назад +1

      I wish I could get my hands on one

  • @rutujabhide2143
    @rutujabhide2143 10 месяцев назад

    Does it have heating issues with titanium body im skeptical

    • @neilmcguinness4422
      @neilmcguinness4422 10 месяцев назад

      Not with that massive cooling chamber it doesn't.

  • @Thomas-yk1dv
    @Thomas-yk1dv 10 месяцев назад +4

    Pre ordered the s24 ultra, upgrading from galaxy A52 5g

    • @TechOdyssey
      @TechOdyssey  10 месяцев назад +4

      Wow. You’re gonna love this phone

  • @acelavi7005
    @acelavi7005 10 месяцев назад

    Hi, would you consider buying S23 Ultra instead of S24 Ultra in 2024 - coming from Note 20 Ultra here, just thinking that the save i would made (around 700 locally)

  • @chiragvijayvergia587
    @chiragvijayvergia587 10 месяцев назад +1

    I will keep my s23 ultra❤

  • @micahjohnson9184
    @micahjohnson9184 10 месяцев назад

    Great video! You're not wrong but I guess the reason to hold onto a phone for 7 years is the value that hopefully it will still be a good phone so good. There's no reason to upgrade similar to the S23 Ultra situation. I'd say it's a very good deal coming from a pixel 6. I've never had a flagship and this phone has so many ups and downs I kept contemplating if should get the A54 just to be in the Samsung ecosystem cause I have the watch 4 classic and this thing is amazing I got it for $89 on amazon great deal. Five would be the sweet spot though, but I guess it's good we have 7 anyways right.

  • @grayaquatics852
    @grayaquatics852 10 месяцев назад

    I have an S21 Ultra that I've been using since 2022, and it still works great. That said, Samsung was offering 700 for the S21U in trade in towards the S23 Ultra not too long ago and I wish I would have jumped on it. I heard so many good things about the S23U. I am hoping the S24 will be just as good. I could care less about the AI though.

  • @makaeo8085
    @makaeo8085 10 месяцев назад

    To each his own.
    I agree s23u is an amazing phone and there seems to be only incremental reason to upgrade to the s24u. That said it depends on your audience.
    If your audience likes the latest and greatest, then carriers are offering $1000 trade credit on top of the free storage upgrade. For that audience, I think that plus the incremental upgrades, including a fresh battery for what could likely be a power user, is compelling. I personally like the 3x and 5x optical zoom options because 10x always seems to be too much or too little for shots I take.
    If your audience members want a phone that is "future proof"[none are but an upgraded version of the s23u has to be a great option here] then the s24u's 7yr Software and Security updates are great, especially if they end up passing on that phone to like a kid, grandkids, or possibly family in 3rd world countries. I like to think that this will help Samsung's value hold better than it has in the past. However I agree 5yrs security and Software updates seems like the sweetspot for anyone who might trade in their phone, because they probably have the option to get good trade in value or keep the phone at 3-4yrs. Though if today's promotions "any Galaxy" is a reflection of "tomorrow's" trade in deals 7yrs gives even more flexibility on what is a great phone now and for the foreseeable future if an audience member does not fall into the above mentioned category.
    I hear that the 200MP sensor is an updated one.

  • @InGratitudeIam
    @InGratitudeIam 10 месяцев назад

    Even with the "coupons," I find it hard to justify upgrading from the S23U when it will cost $695. I priced it out, including the value of trading in my phone. The math doesn't make sense in my case. There will be software updates for the S23U that will raise its level of performance. For me, it makes more sense to wait and upgrade to the S25U (or possibly the S24U) next year. As it is, the S23U is an extremely impressive and capable device in its own right, and it appears that a couple of things still need to be worked out with the S24 platform in terms of software.

  • @rickjason215
    @rickjason215 10 месяцев назад +1

    With trade-in, I got the phone for $500. Plus $150 for Samsung products. That's a good deal.

  • @FELLCHARONGAMES
    @FELLCHARONGAMES 10 месяцев назад

    I got a iPhone 8 that’s still going strong. Not my main everyday phone, but gets used every day. Runs most games well. Agree battery has suffered but feel it’s still got plenty of life left in it for what I use it for.
    I love how Samsung are going to retroactively apply AI upgrades to older devices….. then change everyone for it 😅

  • @engineeringVirtue
    @engineeringVirtue 10 месяцев назад +2

    Note 20 ultra 5g was the best phone of the last 7yrs. With it reaching end of software updates, the S24 Ultra gives enough reason to update...although even after 4yrs the hardware changes could be better. Samsung dropping the note line means they are selling only $1300 phones rather than $2,000. Hardware on flip and fold get compromised to accommodate screen changes.

    • @ianmccathern5255
      @ianmccathern5255 10 месяцев назад +2

      My 20 ultra 5g has started having some bugs. Was going to hold out longer but I'm upgrading to the 24 ultra.

    • @Noworries-PU7ye
      @Noworries-PU7ye 10 месяцев назад

      ​@@ianmccathern5255my S9 plus has lots of bugs in it the keyboard keeps freezing up it's so frustrating I threw it up against the wall a few times it still works just waiting for it to break for an excuse to buy a new device I just hope I can get my pics off of it if I completely destroy it😮

    • @chankongsun
      @chankongsun 10 месяцев назад

      @@Noworries-PU7ye same here. It freezes when typing on RUclips comments. Others apps.nope. I did change battery last year.

  • @jordanking7711
    @jordanking7711 Месяц назад

    I have an S20+ at the moment, is this a good phone to upgrade to, or am I better off getting the S23 Ultra instead?

  • @michaelratanakul4964
    @michaelratanakul4964 10 месяцев назад +1

    Pre ordered the S24 Ultra Titanium Black, coming from a Note 20 ultra with Exynos 😁

  • @Crazydragonman
    @Crazydragonman 10 месяцев назад

    At first thought the same but I upgraded as the promo vs selling the s23u is not much different for the upgrade.Still its one of a kind so went for it.New features,chip and upgrades make it near to perfection.Also the screen is flat which makes it ideal as it should have been.

    • @TechOdyssey
      @TechOdyssey  10 месяцев назад

      Your ideals are not objective. It’s a subjective preference. I prefer the curved edge display.

  • @TheDanimal91
    @TheDanimal91 10 месяцев назад +1

    I'm actually going from the s23 ultra to the s24 plus. I want a smaller design with almost the same specs. I don't like or want the s pen. Verizon is giving me 1000 for my s23 ultra so I'm basically paying nothing a month for my s24 plus

  • @TommyCrosby
    @TommyCrosby 10 месяцев назад

    The Note8 is a 6.5 years old phone, I'm currently forced to use it after a mishap with my S22U and in all honestly, it would still make a good phone if it wasn't for the fact that it's stuck to Android 8 which is a deal breaker since there's already few high profile apps like the Phillips Hue that dropped support for Oreo (I had to use an older version from ApkMirror).
    It's definitely a slow phone now but it still holds up well enough and would eat up current entry phones if both had the same software.
    So yeah, if the battery survive, the lack of software and security patches were the real issue causing "planned obsolescence".

  • @tryhard6379
    @tryhard6379 10 месяцев назад +1

    I am upgrading from the standard S21 to the S24 Ultra. I am very excited for the upgrade!

  • @sharkbait7854
    @sharkbait7854 10 месяцев назад +1

    I am upgrading from the s23 ultra to the s24 ultra mainly cause of the flat screen. I can use normal tempered glass screen protectors now! Heck YEAHHH!. Plus they did a dark violet instead of that light violet which is what I ordered. I got the $200 accessory credit ordered some buds FE, dark violet leather case and two other cases. Did the Rakuten 12 percent cash back and edu discount. After trade in and all the deals I am in upgrading for $350. I think there is enough new to justify that imo.

    • @kevinphoenix2007
      @kevinphoenix2007 10 месяцев назад

      Sorry to burst your bubble, but you can’t. Glass protectors interfere with the ultrasonic fingerprint sensor.

    • @neilmcguinness4422
      @neilmcguinness4422 10 месяцев назад

      Sounds like a great deal for sure. 👍

    • @sharkbait7854
      @sharkbait7854 10 месяцев назад

      @@kevinphoenix2007 yeah you are wrong bud. Been using whitestone dome tempered glass on Samsung phones for years and the fingerprint always worked.

    • @kevinphoenix2007
      @kevinphoenix2007 10 месяцев назад

      @@sharkbait7854 Yes, but that requires special setup and it’s a liquid. I’m talking about traditional tempered glass screen protectors.

    • @sharkbait7854
      @sharkbait7854 10 месяцев назад

      @@kevinphoenix2007 ordered some from Spigen. I bet it works just fine bud.

  • @noclipp
    @noclipp 10 месяцев назад

    Gamestreaming locally to steam can benefit from Wifi 7. This makes the phone better for streaming games than a steam deck if you get a good controller.

  • @rowan1able
    @rowan1able 10 месяцев назад +1

    I have both the S22 and S23 Ultras, I'm still thinking about getting the S24 Ultra to add to my collection. Amazing, Solid devices ~ Thanks for sharing this.

    • @POVwithRC
      @POVwithRC 10 месяцев назад

      No they aren't what are you even talking about ​@@Labios_Rotos

  • @shaolin95
    @shaolin95 10 месяцев назад

    So glad you are the one that determines if 5 or 7 years is the right amount. ..

  • @_bob_8170
    @_bob_8170 10 месяцев назад +7

    If your upgrading from 3-4 years old tech I would if not stay put.

  • @aarondemming
    @aarondemming 10 месяцев назад

    Great, honest, review. Thank you sir.

  • @mizereeman
    @mizereeman 10 месяцев назад

    The biggest problem with not upgrading every year is the price of your trade in goes down pretty significantly at 2+ years out, so when you do finally upgrade, you're paying a lot more. It suck, but it is what it is.

  • @Lucatoni22
    @Lucatoni22 10 месяцев назад +2

    thanks for the video,
    i am from the uk so i got too good of a deal to not upgrade - Trade in my S23U, for £461 i went from the s23u 256 > 512gb s24ultra, Watch 6, Case, 45w charger yes i did use the student discount, but the way i see it is if i keep this phone and still have it when s25u launches its just another £461 for the newer phone ($585)

  • @choppedandscrewedcustoms
    @choppedandscrewedcustoms 10 месяцев назад +1

    What about going from the s22+ to the 24 ultra is that worth the upgrade

    • @kevinphoenix2007
      @kevinphoenix2007 10 месяцев назад

      Ultimately, that depends on you and whether you believe it’s worth doing. Be sure to compare the specs and features to help decide if the upgrade is indeed worth it.

  • @kasscutt6274
    @kasscutt6274 10 месяцев назад

    Would the s24U be a upgrade over the Fold5?

  • @paspeedtestingadventures7503
    @paspeedtestingadventures7503 10 месяцев назад

    This is the first Samsung flagship phone to support the Dish Wireless (built, owned and operated by them) 5G network (aka Boost wireless Network)

  • @mac8669
    @mac8669 10 месяцев назад

    I have the s22 ultra Exynos & im on the fence about buying the s24, it would cost 900+ after trade in for the 1TB model, the video & battery improvements are what's drawing me in

  • @Normal_Texan
    @Normal_Texan 10 месяцев назад

    For me coming from a 13 Pro and a previous android user this was the year to switch back. I am going to keep the S24 U for at-least 3-4 years before going back to IOS.

  • @chrissing64
    @chrissing64 10 месяцев назад +1

    To be honest i wouldnt have upgraded, but the deal from samsung with the discounts and upgrades was too good to pass up. At £1362 off including insurance made this an absolute steal for me.

  • @MarenW21
    @MarenW21 10 месяцев назад

    Really great summary, thank you

  • @MJBecbec
    @MJBecbec 10 месяцев назад

    I have the regular 128gb S21 phone right now. I went for the upgrade to s24 ultra and picking it up on Jan 25th.

  • @iTouch4444
    @iTouch4444 10 месяцев назад +2

    After 7 years from s8 to s24 ultra
    yes its worth 😂
    See you again in 7years👋

    • @pamelawalker9056
      @pamelawalker9056 10 месяцев назад

      same here but I have a S8+ and yep see you again in 7 years 🤣🤣.Purchased the S24 Ultra, 1TB Titanium Violet

  • @MsPeachWood
    @MsPeachWood 10 месяцев назад

    Just fyi ... but I preordered the S24 Ultra from Spectrum/Charter today and they are doing trade ins for way more than just Samsung phones. I got to keep my paid for S22 Ultra and traded in an LG Stylo 6 and got $714 trade in for it! Literally cut the cost of the new one in half and I didn't have to give up my S22 so I'll still have a decent backup phone if needed.

  • @mesalvador1
    @mesalvador1 10 месяцев назад

    I preordered the 1tb online since i paid for 60% off after trade in. Plus a free watch 6 and free case 😊

  • @alexmiller8327
    @alexmiller8327 10 месяцев назад

    I have a note 8, should I get the 24 ultra? i hate spending money on phones so i dont even consider buying a new one until my old one is 5+ years old.

    • @Uncle_Drew0227
      @Uncle_Drew0227 10 месяцев назад

      If you can wait till s25, that would be better.

  • @konradc12
    @konradc12 10 месяцев назад

    I agree with the opening statement - Don't upgrade if you own S23 Ultra, unless it being replaced due to loss or damage! I have seen the hardware changes and the fact the S24 ULTRA camera can zoom, using all the cameras in UHD 60 without stopping, then restart. The 3x 10mp camera is practically a waste. If it had 20mp, it would have helped cover the gap to the 10x camera, but Samsung decided on changing the long telephoto camera.

  • @ronniemation
    @ronniemation 10 месяцев назад +3

    why are you doing this? lol you convinced me to go with the s24 plus instead of the ultra!

    • @TechOdyssey
      @TechOdyssey  10 месяцев назад

      lol. My bad

    • @ronniemation
      @ronniemation 10 месяцев назад +1

      @TechOdyssey i have the s23 ultra but these sqaure corners are sooooo irritating plus its just to heavy for me so im giving the plus a go this time since the plus made those improvements. i can live without the s pen and the camera

    • @krskadave
      @krskadave 10 месяцев назад +1

      ​​@@ronniemationI'm doing the same, for the same reason.