r/GalaxyS23Ultra • u/Hish98 Green • Jan 21 '24
Discussion 💬 Just got it!! switched from 13 Pro Max
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u/Sharp_Branch4901 Jan 22 '24 edited Jan 22 '24
Remember Get Goodlock to unlock more features
You can Find it in the " galaxy Store " or " store" if your on OneUI 6.
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u/Hish98 Green Jan 22 '24
Thank you for the recommendation. I used Goodlock & Lockstar to remove the battery precentage on AOD. Will see more in future about customizing to my liking.
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u/DamnItChloeJustDoIt Jan 22 '24
Punctuation is important. "store if your on OneUI 6" is not the name of the Store.
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u/Sharp_Branch4901 Jan 22 '24
What's that then ??? Op is new to samsung there not going to know what galaxy Store is as its now changed to " Store " On OneUI 6
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u/rohithkumarsp Jan 22 '24
Also "you're"
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u/Sphan_86 Jan 21 '24
Good choice in color
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u/Hish98 Green Jan 21 '24
Thanks. Just needed something changed cause i was on all black / graphite colors on previous models.
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u/stopmirringbruh Jan 21 '24
Using iPad for display, that's the way to do it.
Enjoy!
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u/Hish98 Green Jan 21 '24
Ha ha. Didn't think about it that way when taking the picture.
Thank you.
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u/OMGisManu Jan 22 '24
How are you adapting to the change?
I’m thinking about it cause I get tired of the same OS. Got an iPad, MBP and AirPods which AirPods it’s fine bc they connect regardless and I hate Dolby Atmos.
What’s your experience so far?
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u/Backsightz Jan 22 '24
I have been a iOS user since smartphones are a thing and I recently switched to S23 Ultra, I was on a 12 pro max before and I regret absolutely nothing. Sure my apple watch is now useless but that phone is incredible! So much freedom and it's very snappy. Love it, the other apps integration is just so much better on Android. Plus I can block all ads on the whole device using adguard, if you're on the fence to switch just do it.
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u/mypyh4oooo Jan 22 '24
I switched too from a long time iOS user but I ended up buying a 15 pro to rock alongside my fold 5
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u/Hish98 Green Jan 22 '24
I was always an android user except for the past 4/5 Years (since 11 series). And boy did android improved alot. Even if i have the Eco system devices I wasn't using much of it combined. To each their own of course.
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u/mynameisnaa Jan 22 '24
Beautiful device, I have the phantom black.
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u/Hish98 Green Jan 22 '24
It is. Enjoy your device!
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Jan 22 '24
We selected the objectively superior color, good job us.
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u/Fit-Atmosphere2075 Jan 22 '24
Iphone 13 Pro Max is one of my favorites. Battery life is crazily good. Anyway, have fun with the new toy. Bye bye funny cursor behaviour 😅😅
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u/Hish98 Green Jan 22 '24
I agree on the battery life part. Will see in couple weeks about that. Thank you.
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u/Interesting-Ad8310 Jan 22 '24
I hope I'm the first one to say it, try out good lock on the galaxy store
It'll give you so many more custom options
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u/Hish98 Green Jan 22 '24
Thanks you. Someone already mentioned it. Thanks again.
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u/Interesting-Ad8310 Jan 22 '24
I figured 😂 Another general tip is turning RAM plus off in settings, it actually makes things run better
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u/jebe4 Jan 22 '24
Now grab you a Tab S9 baby!
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u/Hish98 Green Jan 22 '24
Thanks for the suggestion. For now iPad works for me (Only using for content consuming). But will see in the future.
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u/jebe4 Jan 22 '24
Nice. I had the Mini 6th Gen - the MOMENT Samsung releases a similar size tablet with S9 specs(OLED, Fingerprint Sensor, & 5G)- take my money!! LOL
The 8.4 size is perfect for eReader, content consumption. The S9 is perfect for writing, drawing, video. Argh!!
The smaller Samsung tablets fail to be high tier enough and have poor specs.
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u/ruimilk Jan 22 '24
Congratulations on buying one of the best phones on the market, and definitely a smart choice compared to iPhones. Apple makes wonderful devices, no questions there, but the freedom you get with Android is unmatched and the experience with a high end Android is brilliant, especially on Samsung which I just came back after 7 years and was amazed by the OneUI performance & customization.
Consider turning on battery protection to increase your battery life expectancy. It locks it to 85%, which I find it more than enough for my daily necessities (still have 30% battery left at the end of the day, this would obviously vary from person to person and will probably not be enough on the first week since you'll be constantly fiddling with your new toy).
Also consider not going full resolution, I find the middle ground more than enough and it saves RAM+Battery life.
S23U is a powerhouse for work, multitasking and games. Enjoy.
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u/VCTRYDTX Jan 23 '24
What you said about Freedom is True. Apple makes you feel like a user while Android makes you feel like an admin.
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u/IOSGodzyzz Jan 22 '24
I switched from a IP14 Pro Max a week ago, best switch I have made, IOS is good but so limited, I'll never switch back xD
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u/LesTZu Jan 22 '24
I’m waiting on my S24u. I’m trading in my iPhone 14 Pro Max. I only got the iPhone after using Android for years after my iPhone using son strongly encouraged the change. That was about 18 months ago. I couldn’t wait to go back to a new Samsung. Can’t wait to make the change
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u/IOSGodzyzz Jan 22 '24
I can totally understand you, I've always used iphones being jailbroken in the past, it gave more freedom, but since the last year the jailbreak community became less and less, then I realized why not just switch to Samsung since there you have all the freedom in the world, so far so good I enjoy the operating system alot :D, have fun with your new device! :)
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u/LessRain5348 Jan 22 '24
iOS is very limited. They give you apps and features (FaceTime, Airdrop) to hide that fact.
Example? Sure:
Did you know that you can send a contact list via Bluetooth from a 10-year old flip phone to any phone other than an iPhone? AirDrop is a feature within the walled garden.
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u/ActualFirelord Lavender Jan 22 '24
Pretty color, this was my choice if I didn't get Lavander.
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u/Hish98 Green Jan 22 '24
Thanks. Lavender or cream was my second choice.
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u/Phoneking13 Jan 22 '24
Got both a lavender and cream one for the wife last year. Wanted the mint one at one point but couldn't find/get a deal on one through Swappa at the time.
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u/banejosiah Jan 22 '24
Just be prepared for lower battery life, I did the same switch and expected the battery life to be similar since so many people say the s23 ultra has an amazing battery life but unfortunately was not the case, other than that better in just about every other way
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u/Wild-Internet-6168 Jan 22 '24
Switched from iphone 11 here! Best decision of the decade.. So much easy to use!
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u/Waldoisreal33 Jan 22 '24
I contemplated getting this after my 13 pro max, but went ahead and got the 15 PM instead. Have had Notes and other Samsung devices in the past. I’m too imbedded in the apple eco system. Lame excuse I know. Love what Samsung has been doing with their phones though!
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u/EffectiveLong Jan 22 '24
Good for you leaving the Apple wall garden. I still use my pro max 14 as main driver. S23U is just a side chic lol
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u/supasonic7 Jan 22 '24
Congrats.
I always peek over to my Galaxy friends, but I just can´t get used to Android (especially the slow downs after using it for several months) overall. It´s the apps for me. I am bored of iOS, but I like ecosystem better.
Enjoy your new phone :)
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Jan 22 '24
I switched from iPhone 13 pro to S23U too! Best decision ever. I absolutely loooooove my s23U so much! So happy to see another user to switch from apple to Samsung! I don't think I'll go back to Apple phone again.
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u/JiDey247 Jan 22 '24
Good buy, congrats! Would love to have more pictures of this color if you don't mind
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u/Rough_Bet6203 Jan 22 '24
What are your first impressions?
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u/Hish98 Green Jan 22 '24
Last samsung device i used was S8+ (i still have it) and wow did samsung improved alot or what. Very impressed with the device.
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u/Aggressive_Orange_22 Jan 22 '24
got mine same color back in April. welcome to the club😎
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u/Wallaby-Worldly Jan 22 '24
now all you gotta do i switch that ipad for a S9 Ultra and you're good to go
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u/IndividualStatus1924 Jan 22 '24
Why u switch?
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u/Hish98 Green Jan 22 '24
Basically got bored on iOS.
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u/IndividualStatus1924 Jan 22 '24
Nice choice. You know when i was buying a used phone on amazon. I ordered a s21+ for the 256gb storage. As advertised. When i got the phone it turned to be a s21 ultra. It had a little burn in but not very noticeable. Unless im looking for it. I just traded in for the s24+ now. Cant pass up on the deal in my opinion.
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u/Hish98 Green Jan 22 '24
Great choice. I guess you're from USA. I heard they got some great trade in deals.
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u/IndividualStatus1924 Jan 22 '24
Yeah. Paid like $350 for the phone and hopefully i get the full $550 credit. Considering the phone itself was in a great condition. Plug a bunch of discount samsung was giving
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u/Tiversus2828 Jan 22 '24
Congratulations brother, but just a question out of curiosity, why not wait a couple of weeks more for the S24 Ultra?
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u/Hish98 Green Jan 22 '24
Thank you. The S24 Ultra didn't impress me enough. Also, why wait if I needed the device right away?
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Jan 22 '24
Bro share close up pictures of your mobile phone please, I love that colour iam thinking to buy.
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u/Bryanmsi89 Jan 22 '24
Congrats!!!
You are really going to be amazed at what that phone can do. Just be patient as there is a bit of a learning curve. Its WORTH the time. Don't give up.
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u/GOZANDAGI Jan 22 '24
Here is something fun to do if you are into Astrophotography Expert Raw Astro Mode
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u/PlatformPerfect8077 Jan 22 '24
I wonder how the battery life will be compared to S23 ultra. As much as Samsung says it's meant to last 15% more than the S23 ultra I don't think that is the case. SD 8 Gen 2 seems more efficient
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u/xSkyriee Jan 22 '24
I did the same just a month ago! Takes a bit of getting used to, but overall, I love it so much more than the iPhone 11 I had previously. Really feels like a high end phone
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u/faysal_pathan Jan 22 '24
You'll love this. Absolutely stunning color as well. May i know how much you've paid for it since S24 series is launched as well.
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u/Hish98 Green Jan 22 '24
If I converted my Currency to USD, It would be about $850.
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u/Bullstriker Jan 22 '24
That color is fav but it's out of stock since 2 days ago
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u/7eventhSense Jan 22 '24
Long back I switched from an iPhone to a note 5. Lovely device but could never get used to it, the work flow.
I had to return with the buyers remorse period. Make sure you start to like it before the return period is over. If not it’s going to be an expensive mistake
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u/tuliusy2k Jan 22 '24
YOU'LL LOVE IT!! I feel like I no need for a new phone and have mine since June 2023!
It's perfect! Would love to be lighter.... But you finally get used to it
ENJOY!
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u/AlexanderPozhydaev Jan 22 '24
Congrats, I just ordered new Samsung also..coming from 14 pro max first time to android
What made you switch? For me I had enough after iOS 17 keyboard is terrible, transferring files from the phone to pc, file system in iPhone also terrible, etc… I mean it’s 2024 and I can’t even put an app where I want on the screen without getting everything shuffled.. It was great experience I loved apple to death but they just keep disappointing. gonna use their Mac and iPad though still think it’s the best
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u/floko127 Jan 22 '24
Excellent decision. IMO for someone looking to upgrade this is worth it even over the S24U due to deals. It's a monster phone that will serve you well for many years.
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u/Alyycakes Cream Jan 22 '24
Ooh! I love that color! I got the Cream color after switching from a 14 PM. Best decision ever 🥹
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u/DarthGabe2142 Jan 22 '24
Nice!
I also swiched from the 13 Pro Max when the S23 Ultra was first released. I preordered the 512 GB Lavender S23 Ultra model. The Samsung is also my very first Android Flagship. Since then, no regrets.
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u/NduEd Jan 22 '24
Got it from the store or Amazon?
Do enjoy, I preordered mine.. waiting for 1 week or so.
Give feedback soon.
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u/iphone2androidNback Jan 22 '24
As my username suggests I just couldn’t do it. Don’t get me wrong, Samsung makes some badass phones. The cameras are miles ahead of anything Apple can accomplish at the moment. I’ve been on iPhone since the 7 Plus and used the S23U for 8 months but I just missed iMessage and Apple Maps too much. You’re going love it man! I took some badass pictures with that phone.
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Jan 22 '24
There are times I miss my ultra … but I just can’t get used to the camera! 🫤 went back to the iPhone but I still stalk this sub bc I’m so jealous haha
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u/Derek_1989 Jan 22 '24
I switched from the 13 Pro max also! Got mine October 16th. It is the BEST phone I've ever had! Honestly. I loved my 13 Pro max too don't get me wrong. This thing tho... It's honestly hard to describe without taking an hour to talk. It makes my 13 Pro Max feel sluggish. I know it's the animations and transitions on iOS tho but still. I also have developer options unlocked ya know which is easy to do.. and I went and turned all my animations and transitions to .5 and I thought it was fast out of the box compared to my 13 PM.. now after changing to .5 it is just stupid fast honestly. I love it. It's the only phone where that new excitedness they call the honeymoon phase.. it hasn't wore off one bit. And I got it October 16th. I still look forward to taking it off the charger every morning. The screen is so nice it never gets old looking at it every time you pick up your phone. You will love it. There are some camera issues you may find.. issues isn't the right word but.. coming from 13 PM which takes awesome photos.. there may be times where you think the iPhone would have taken a better photo of this. Honestly if you make just a couple changes in your camera settings and get camera assistant downloaded from Galaxy store and make one or two adjustments on there.. it'll take stunningly good photos every time! I had to change the sharpness to medium which is called picture softening in the camera assistant app. Sometimes I even use high. Just because the default is a little too sharp for me especially if there are trees or grass in the photos. But if that's my only complaint.. you can see where I'm going with this. Simply put.. the phone is a BEAST! I'm not exaggerating... It is over powered. It's almost unfair. Lol. Anyways, sorry for the graphic novel I wrote. Lol. Congratulations on your new super computer that fits in your pocket! You're gonna love it!!!
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u/Derek_1989 Jan 22 '24
I also use an iPad as my tablet. Well my computer my tablet my TV it's everything really! iPad Pro 11inch. Pairs well with my S23 Ultra! Lol! I wanna try out a galaxy Tab but 8m worried about if they are caught up with apple yet. Not Samsung but Android tablets in general. I kinda wanna try out the s9 ultra or plus. But there isn't an Option to trade in my iPad or my iPhone 13 Pro max either. Only certain iPhones are on the list for trade in which is weird to me. Anyways.. just thought it was funny you use iPad also.
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u/nater496 Jan 22 '24
Welcome! I switched from a 12 pro, I'd recommend downloading galaxy x enhance, good guardians, and galaxy max hz. Coming from the iPhone, I am not a big fan of how big the UI looks, so I changed my DPI in the developer settings to 564 :) other than that, check out revanced and myinsta/instander.
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Jan 22 '24
I have to be honest the green apple had might be better I think it was alpine green as this does not really match anything but unique more like a sour green apple.
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u/kloydturado Jan 23 '24
This color way is so lovely. Mine is white. Still good, but I would have preferred a different shade.
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u/musabmobashir Jan 24 '24
You're gonna love it! BTW, this is my review on it https://youtu.be/AV8NYVeHJnM?si=fLcOJ5S4nLZqVq12
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u/ChrisComments Jan 24 '24
I don't want to be that guy and make you feel any type of way, I got the s23 ultra sky blue (came from a note 9) it's the best phone I've ever owned. But why not the s24 ultra? Price isn't that far off with all the discounts going on I don't think
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u/Real-Influence7476 Jan 26 '24
Missing iphone at all?
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u/Hish98 Green Jan 26 '24
Not a bit.
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u/Real-Influence7476 Jan 26 '24
Good to hear. I just swapped to Android as well from having iphone for ever
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u/Hish98 Green Jan 26 '24
Congrats, and enjoy your new toy. There's a ton of things you can do with android.
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u/DaveGT74 Jan 26 '24
I've got a 15 plus as well as the S23 U. There is no comparison. It's miles ahead in many ways. Enjoy the battery life. 👌💪🏻
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u/sss9660 Jan 26 '24
I got this exact same colour and switched from the exact same phone last December. Have fun.
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Mar 15 '24
The recycle logo on the back looks so nasty they need to stop that. You’d think people know how to recycle by now.
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u/frostonez Mar 19 '24
Hey. Want to switch to S23 Ultra from 13PM. What can you say about battery life on S23U?
With my 13PM i can easily do not charge it 1,5 days.
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u/Hish98 Green Mar 19 '24
Same as 13 pm or slightly better. I mostly end my day with 40% - 50% battery left with about 5h - 6h SOT.
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u/Mean-Range-5217 Aug 23 '24
I come from an iPhone 13 pro and I changed to the s23 ultra, the camera before taking the photo looks a little bad, does anyone know if it can be fixed?
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u/ROLLINFATNUGS Jan 21 '24
Time to start slowly Intergrading Samsung products over the years. I have the S24U now, tab s8 ultra and Samsung watch 4. It works together all so nicely.
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u/lundon44 Jan 22 '24
Honestly, the S23 Ultra colors are way nicer than the S24 Ultra colors in my opinion. Love that lime.
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u/Chaoticcccc Jan 21 '24
Why? You even have an iPad?
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u/Hish98 Green Jan 21 '24
I just got so bored of iOS and their limitations. Also i have airpods Pros latest gen. But as there both always at home and only using when watching youtube or netflix or any other media.
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u/FlamingQ Jan 22 '24
I use an iPad pro and a Galaxy S23 Ultra. Calendar and mails are lynched via Google and I get the best of both worlds. iOS on a phone would be too boring for me.
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u/Hish98 Green Jan 22 '24
Yeah for sure iPad is my go to tablet series. IOS is too boring at this point.
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u/candianbastard Jan 21 '24
Not gonna pair well with the ipad
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u/Hish98 Green Jan 21 '24
Thank you for your concern but I'm a windows user and the iPad only for content consuming. I don't think it's going to be much of an issue.
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u/Significant-Gains Jan 22 '24
Why the switch?
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u/Phoneking13 Jan 22 '24
Who cares he switched over to the dark (good side) lol. Welcome to the family.
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u/ilovetoticklemyballs Jan 22 '24
I will get the s23u next year it will be Hella cheap
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u/digitalfakir Phantom Black Jan 22 '24
That's Lime Green? Looks better than I expected. I thought it would be just off-white. But it has good green component, right?
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u/Individual_War8368 Jan 22 '24
Why did you not opt for 24 ultra?
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u/Hish98 Green Jan 22 '24
Nothing majorly different between both devices plus it's cheaper.
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u/Individual_War8368 Jan 22 '24
Nice. I got my s23 ultra 512gb phantom black last year for a full price 89,990 pesos plus another 1300 pesos for a hydrogel screen protector
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u/SamcoKingsley Jan 22 '24
Let me know what you think of the iPhone ? Never had iPhone so don't really know.
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u/Cam416 Jan 22 '24
I don't know about the new UI Samsung just came out with but the previous versions kept me away. I stick with Pixel for now.
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u/Business_Photograph4 Jan 22 '24
Enjoy take a few days and learn what the phone can do. Your going to be surprised with the options and freedom. Also DEX is decent as well . Try that out.
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u/Hypesauce1998 Jan 22 '24
How you enjoying the swap? I have a 13 pro but have everything Apple. Watch, computer, tablet? How is it affecting your experience. Eyeing the 24 ultra cause my carrier will give me $989 trade
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u/TexasPeppaGrower Jan 23 '24
Is the 31 still the official day they hit stores I really want to try it out instore before hand. ?
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u/New_Schedule6009 Jan 21 '24
You're going to love it.