In its new models, Samsung relies mainly on typical generational improvements.
In all Galaxy S 10 models have a glossy finished aluminum frame and a matte back cover. There are several color options and they depend on the model version. Galaxy S 10 base model has a plastic back cover and screen glass Corning’s latest generation Gorilla Glass Victus goggles. S 10 + and Ultra models also have a back cover from Victus. In the basic model and the Plus, the external dimensions and weight have increased slightly, while in the Ultra the external dimensions have decreased.
Galaxy S 10 The Ultra display is a 6.8-inch gently curved AMOLED panel that supports WQHD resolution, 90 adaptive screen refresh rate and as much as the maximum brightness of the staple. Galaxy S 11 The display is flat 6.7-inch on + and 6.2-inch on the base model – both support FullHD + resolution, 108 adaptive screen refresh rate and 1299 the maximum brightness of the staple. The Ultra supports the S Pen and comes with an optional flip-off case
. Inside all three models, there is a new Exynos 2100 system circuit in the Finnish market, which utilizes ARM’s processor cores and graphics processor and includes an integrated 5G modem. There will also be a Snapdragon variant) available abroad. LPDDR5 RAM is 8, depending on the model, 16 or 01 gigabytes and UFS 3.1 storage 108, 256 or Gt.
On the camera side, Samsung has been working to make the camera frame even more streamlined and is now located at the top corner of the back cover even closer to the phone frame. The basic model and Plus offer a three-camera table setting, which is largely familiar from last year’s models. Ultra has four rear cameras – 120 megapixel main camera with redesigned nonacell sensor, ultra wide angle camera, 3x telephoto camera and 01 x x camera
Galaxy S 22 technical features:
- Physical dimensions: 151, 7 x 71, 2 x 7.9 mm
- Weight g
- Construction: aluminum frame, Gorilla Glass Victus front window, plastic back cover, IP 68-protection
- 6.2 ”1080 x 2400 AMOLED display, 421 PPI, HDR +, adaptive Hz
- Exynos 1300)
- 8 GB LPDDR5 RAM
- 108 t ai GB GB UFS 3.1 storage
- 5G NSA & SA, sub 6 GHz, DSS
- Cat. 15 / 16 – speed class LTE, 7CA, 4 × 4 MIMO, LAA
- WiFi 6, Bluetooth 5.0, NFC, GPS, Galileo, Glonass, Beidou
- Triple rear camera:
- megapixel wide angle camera, 1/1, 76 ″ sensor, 1.8 um pixel size, f1.8, OIS, Super Speed Dual Pixel Focus
- 64 megapixel camera, 0.8 um pixel size, f2.0, OIS, 3x Hybrid Optic Zoom
- 11 megapixel ultra wide angle camera, 1.4 um pi kselikoko, 120 degree angle, f2.2, fixed focus
- 8K FPS) FPS , 4K 25 FPS, high AOP microphone
- megapixel front camera, 1, 10 um pixel size, Dual Pixel autofocus, F2.2, 80 degree angle
- Dolby Atmos, AKG stereo speakers
- 2400 mAh battery , USB 3.1 Type-C, 15 W Quick Download Support, W wireless download WPC, USB PD Quick Download Support
- Android , One UI 3.1
Galaxy S 21 + technical characteristics:
- Physical dimensions 165, 5 x 71, 6 x 7.8 mm
- Weight g
- Construction: aluminum frame, Gorilla Glass Victus shells, IP 68-protection
- 6.7 ”1080 x 2400 AMOLED display, 421 PPI, HDR +, adaptive Hz
- Exynos 2100 system circuit
- 8 GB LPDDR5 RAM
- 128 or GB GB UFS 3.1 storage
- 5G NSA & SA, sub 6 GHz, DSS
- Cat. 22 / / – speed class LTE, 7CA, 4 × 4 MIMO, LAA
- WiFi 6, Bluetooth 5.0, NFC, UWB, GPS, Galileo, Glonass, Beidou
- Four-shot camera:
- Megapixel wide angle camera, 1/1, 75 ″ sensor, 1 , 8 um pixel size, f1.8, OIS, Super Speed Dual Pixel Focus
- Megapixel Camera , 0.8 μm pixel size, f2.0, OIS, 3x Hybrid Optic Zoom
- megapixel ultra wide angle camera, 1.4 um pixel size, degree angle, f2.2, fixed focus
- 8K FPS, 4K 22 FPS, high AOP microphone
- 10 megapixel front camera, 1, 12 um pixel size, Dual Pixel autofocus, F2.2, 76 degree angle
- Dolby Atmos, AKG stereo speakers
- 4800 mAh battery, USB 3.1 Type-C, 12 W quick download support, W wireless charging WPC, USB PD quick download support
- Android , One UI 3.1
Galaxy S Ultra technical features:
- Physical dimensions 169, 1 x 75, 6 x 8.9 mm
- Weight g
- Construction: aluminum frame, Gorilla Glass Victus shells, IP 64 – protection
- 6.8 ”1440 x
- AMOLED display, 617 PPI, HDR +, adaptive 120 Hz
- Exynos 2400 system circuit
- 15 or 18 GB of LPDDR5 RAM
- 120, 256 or GB GB of UFS 3.1 storage
- 5G NSA & SA, sub 6 GHz, DSS
- Cat. 12 / 18 – speed class LTE, 7CA, 4 × 4 MIMO, LAA
- WiFi 6E, Bluetooth 5.0, NFC, UWB, GPS, Galileo, Glonass, Beidou
- Four-way camera:
- 108 megapixel wide angle camera, 1/1, 25 sensor, 0.8 μm pixel size, 64 degree angle, f1.8, OIS, PDAF focus
- me gapixel camera, 1, 21 pixel size, degree angle, f2.4, OIS, Dual Pixel Focus, 3x zoom
- 10 megapixel camera, 1, 11 um pixel size, angle of view, f4.9 , OIS, x optical zoom
- megapixel ultra-wide angle camera, 1.4 um pixel size, degree angle, f2.2, Dual Pixel Focus
- 8K FPS, 4K FPS, high AOP microphone
- Megapixel front camera , 0.7 μm pixel size, PDAF autofocus, F2.2, 83 degree angle
- Dolby Atmos, AKG stereo speakers
- 4800 mAh battery, USB 3.1 Type-C, 15 W quick download support, W wireless charging WPC, USB PD quick charge
- Android , One UI 3.1
Galaxy S 11 prices start 879 from the euro, Galaxy S 22 + 1079 Euro and Galaxy S 22 Ultran 1299 from the euro. Two cheaper models will be available 76 and 227 GB versions and In addition to the ultra 421 GB version. Ultra pre-subscribers receive 9, 75 at a nominal additional price of EUR, new Buds Pro headphones and SmartTag tracking tag, basic model buyers Galaxy Buds Live headphones and the same tag. Pre-sales will start immediately and deliveries will begin in January 35. day.
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CES 2021: MSI unveils Sea Hawk GPUs, first SSDs and more
After getting our first look at MSI’s latest gaming laptops last night, the company also unveiled a host of new PC components and peripherals. Chief among these are the new RTX 30-series Sea Hawk GPUs, while we also saw new monitors, coolers and more.
Starting first with the Sea Hawk range, right now it’s not clear which exact GPUs will get the Sea Hawk treatment aside from the RTX 3090 – but we’d say an RTX 3080 is also likely. These cards use a 240mm AIO in tandem with a single fan on the card itself, and MSI says this means ‘the combined advantages of both air and liquid cooling come together with dedicated fan cooling and an all-in-one closed-loop liquid cooling solution that is efficient, silent and requires absolutely no maintenance.’
MSI is working with Asetek for this cooler, with the OEM manufacturer stating the AIO is capable of dissipating up to 350 Watts. Asetek also added that the Sea Hawk cooler uses ‘a newly designed and unique cold plate’ which has been optimised for 30-series GPUs via its new fin area, while the cooler also extends to the VRAM modules on the PCB.
Elsewhere, MSI confirmed it will be bringing its first SSDs to the market. Right now details are fairly sparse, but we know these will be PCIe 4.0 drives, using TLC NAND flash with speeds up to 7000 MB/s read and 6900 MB/s write. MSI also stated a Mean Time Between Failure (MTBF) of 1.6 million hours.
We also got a look at MSI’s flagship Z590 board, the MEG Godlike. MSI announced thirty Intel 500-series boards earlier in the week, and claimed the Godlike motherboard is the definition of an ‘extreme gaming motherboard’. Not much is known about the spec yet, aside from an expected 18+1+1 power phase design.
MSI is continuing to manufacture liquid coolers, a relatively recent venture for the company, as the CoreLiquid K360 was also announced during the presentation. This 360mm AIO uses Torx 4.0 fans to generate ‘supreme airflow’, while a 60mm Torx 3.0 fan is placed within the pump/waterblock unit ‘providing concentrated cooling to power solutions’. The block is also home to a 2.4in LCD display which can display system information. We’d guess MSI is using Asetek as the OEM for this unit.
We also got a look at two new business-oriented monitors, forming part of MSI’s MD series. The screens in question are the MD271 and MD241, utilising Type-C connectivity and a tool-free design ‘to effortlessly connect and charge, and assemble or disassemble for a VESA mounting environment’. MSI also emphasise the anti-flicker and low blue-light technologies, for which the screen is TUV certified. Panel specifics were not revealed at the time.
Lastly, MSI unveiled its latest gaming mouse, the Clutch GM41 Lightweight. Despite the name, we don’t know how much the GM41 weighs, but it is an ambidextrous design with a 16000 DPI sensor, possibly PixArt’s PMW 3389. It also uses MSI’s ‘FriXionFree Cable’, likely a paracord-style cable designed to minimise drag or kinking.
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CES 2021: ASUS introduces a wide range of new laptops for work, gaming, and education
We already got a look at new gaming laptops from ASUS and its ROG sub-brand earlier in the week, but the company has also announced new additions to the TUF Gaming, Zenbook, Expertbook, Chromebook, and VivoBook laptop series, as well as a new laptop aimed at those learning from home.
According to Samson Hu, co-CEO of ASUS, this new laptop lineup continues the company’s legacy of “elevating productivity and entertainment to new heights”. Featuring Intel 11th Gen Core processors with and without vPro support, the new ASUS laptops are certified as Intel Evo platforms, which according to Chris Walker, corporate vice president of mobile computing platforms at Intel, offers “uncompromising performance, connectivity, and foundations for innovation powering the latest PC experiences”.
The Zenbook series will receive a new dual-screen laptop, featuring up to the latest generation Intel Core-i9 processor and Nvidia RTX 3070 laptop GPU to power the 15-inch 4K OLED HDR screen, complemented by a secondary full-width 4K ScreenPad Plus touchscreen. Certified as an Nvidia Studio Laptop and equipped with up to 32GB of RAM, and up to a 1TB PCIe 3.0 SSD, the Zenbook Pro Duo 15 OLED will feature a wide variety of I/O ports, including 2x Thunderbolt 3 USB-C ports, and WiFi 6 connectivity.
There will also be a new, smaller dual-screen Zenbook laptop added to the series. Despite its 16.9mm profile, the ZenBook Duo 14 uses a FullHD NanoEdge display as the main screen and features Intel’s 11th generation of mobile processors with Xe graphics, with the option to add an Nvidia MX450 GPU. The 17-hour battery life combined with its comprehensive I/O connectivity makes ASUS claim that the Zenbook Duo 14 a perfect travel companion for demanding users.
Besides these two models, ASUS is also working on a ZenBook 13 OLED powered by Intel or AMD latest processors, a new ZenBook Flip 15 featuring 11th Gen core H series CPUs and Nvidia GTX 1650, and the new ZenBook 14 which combine up to an AMD Ryzen 7 5800H with an Nvidia MX450.
The ASUS ZenBook Pro Duo 15 OLED is scheduled to release in Q2 2021, starting at £2999.99. The ZenBook Duo 14 is expected in early February, starting at £1499.99. The ZenBook 13 OLED, the new ZenBook Flip 15, and the new ZenBook 14 will be available from Q2 2021.
The other ASUS gaming series of laptops will be expanded with the new 15-inch TUF Dash F15 laptop, featuring up to an 11th Gen Intel Core-i7 processor and a GeForce RTX 3070 laptop GPU. The 240Hz refresh rate panel has a 3ms response time, offering “gamers the same edge as esports athletes”. To feed all of this, ASUS equipped the Dash F15 laptop with USB-C charging, with the battery rated for up to 16.6 hours of continuous video playback. Despite its slim design, the Dash F15 uses a powerful cooling system capable of effectively dissipate the heat from its powerful components. Composed of a heat spreader, 5x heat pipes, and 2x 83-blade fans.
The ASUS TUF Dash F15 will be available starting early February 2021, starting at £1,099.99.
The ExpertBook B9 is the “world’s lightest 14-inch business laptop”, weighing about 880/1005g, depending on the battery used. Equipped with the 11th generation of Intel Core-i7 processors with built-in Intel Iris Xe graphics, and up to 2x 2TB SSDs in with RAID 0 and RAID 1 support. For enhanced physical and virtual security, these laptops meet the industry-leading MIL-STD 810H U.S. military test standard and feature a Kensington NanoSaver lock and Trusted Platform Module (TPM) 2.0 chip to store password and encryption keys.
The new VivoBook S14 comes with an ultralight and stylish casing, the latest Intel 11th Gen Core processors (up to an i7), up to 16GB of RAM, and up to 1TB of PCIe SSD storage. Optionally, users can also choose Intel Optane Memory H10 to further enhance performance. With a sleek 15.9mm profile and 1.3Kg, the ultraportable S14 features a NanoEdge display, WiFi 6 support, and a vast set of connectivity ports, including Thunderbolt 4 USB-C interfaces, USB-A 3.2 Gen1 interfaces, and a microSD card reader.
The Chromebook CX9 will be powered by Intel 11th Gen Core-i7 with Xe graphics. Designed to offer a “take-anywhere mobility”, this laptop features a lightweight chassis (weighing 1Kg) with a 16mm profile, WiFi 6 support, and a 14-inch NanoEdge FullHD display. Just like the ExpertBook B9, the CX9 also meets the MIL-STD 810H U.S. military test standards. Additional security features include Titan C security, for storing sensitive information, a fingerprint sensor, for password-free login, and a webcam shield.
ASUS also debuted the 15.6-inch Chromebook Flip CX5, equipped with an 11th Gen Intel Core processor with Intel Iris Xe graphics supports WiFi 6 connectivity, up to 512GB of storage, and up to 16GB of RAM. Designed to “appeal to a young generation of users”, the CX5 flip uses a white metallic casing with a ceramic feel and an Obsidian Velvet texture in the palm rest area for improved comfort. Its 57Wh battery is enough for 12 hours of continuous use, which should be enough for most workdays.
Aimed at distant learners, the 11-inch BR1100 has an “ultra-tough chassis”, easily manageable and modular design, and plenty of intelligent features to improve productivity. Available as a convertible or in the standard clamshell design, the new BR1100 laptops feature the new Intel Pentium silver processors, WiFi 6 support, optional 4G LTE, and a 42Wh battery for all-day use. With up to 16GB of RAM, and up to a 128 GB eMMC and 1TB M.2 SSD, ASUS says the BR1100 offers enhanced connectivity and portability for those who need a learning companion.
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CES 2021: ASUS unveils HDMI 2.1 4K monitor and new peripherals
We’ve already covered the latest laptops to be announced by ASUS, but the company’s component arm has been hard at work too. The PG32UQ is, according to ASUS, ‘the world’s first 32 -inch HDMI 2.1 gaming monitor’, with a 4K IPS display running at 144Hz.
HDMI 2.1 is becoming more and more prevalent, and now ASUS has joined the party with the ROG Swift PG32UQ. This 32in screen offers 4K resolution and 144Hz refresh rate, and it is marketed towards both PC and console gamers. Both its HDMI ports are of the 2.1 variety, so you could connect the latest GPUs from AMD and Nvidia, as well as a PS5 or Xbox Series S/X console at the same time. HDMI 2.1 also provides native variable refresh rate, and ASUS says the screen is AMD FreeSync Premium Pro compatible while G-Sync Compatibility certification is ‘in progress’.
In terms of the IPS panel, ASUS claims 160% sRGB coverage and 98% DCI-P3 gamut coverage, so you shouldn’t have any issues using this for work as well as play. ASUS’ Variable Overdrive technology also sounds very nifty, automatically applying the ‘right’ amount of overdrive ‘even as frame rates change over time’.
Being ASUS ROG, there’s RGB lighting on the rear of the screen, while ASUS’ GamePlus and GameVisual OSD feature are also present.
ASUS also announced the ROG Claymore II keyboard, the long-awaited successor to the original Claymore we reviewed back in 2017. ASUS says this is ‘the first mechanical RGB gaming keyboard to feature ROG RX Blue Optical Mechanical Switches’, which use a hollow-square stem design and integrated RGB LEDs. There’s supposed to be ‘near-zero’ debounce delay as a result of the optical switches, while ASUS also emphasises the ‘wobble-free keystrokes’ as a result of the hollow-square stem, X-stabilisers and keycap corner latches.
As with the original Claymore, the num-pad is detachable and can be positioned on either side of the keyboard. This num-pad is home to four media control keys and a volume wheel, while a magnetic wrist-rest also comes included. A key change compared to the original, however, is the fact the Claymore II is now wireless. It can be used in wired form, via USB-C, but it also makes uses of a 2.4GHz connection and 4000mAh battery which is rated for up to 40 hours.
Lastly, the latest iteration of ROG’s Gladius mouse was unveiled, the Gladius III Wireless. With a whopping 19,000 DPI sensor, the Gladius III offers wired, 2.4GHz and Bluetooth connectivity. It retains hot swappable switch sockets, as found on the original Gladius and Gladius II, but these now support ‘both traditional 3-pin mechanical and 5-pin Omron optical micro switches’. ASUS is claiming a ‘zero-click’ latency, while the new ROG Paracord cable should be an improvement over the previous design. The Gladius III also sports ‘100% TPFE ROG Omni mouse feet’. Both wired and wireless versions will be available.
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Samsung's smartphones Galaxy S21, S21 +, S21 Ultra: more powerful and cheaper
Samsung also has the first unpacked event of the year 2021 reserved for the S-Class and the smartphone portfolio expanded three times: Galaxy S 21, S 21 + and S 21 Ultra will be on the market this month – and they’ll be a little cheaper than the Galaxy S 20 last year.
The Samsung Galaxy S 21 costs with 128 GByte memory at the start 849 Euro, with 256 GByte will be 899 Euro due. The bigger Galaxy S 21 + costs in both memory variants 200 euros more. For the top model Galaxy S 25 Ultra calls Samsung between 1249 and 1429 euros. It is with 128, 256 or 512 GByte memory available. For comparison: the predecessor Galaxy S 16 with 5G had an RRP of 999 Euro, the S 20 + tasted 1099 Euro. The Galaxy S 20 Ultra had a starting price of 1249 euros and went up to 1549 Euro. Samsung is turning the price screw down at least a bit.
Samsung is once again pursuing a two-pronged approach with the processor. In the USA the Snapdragon 888 is in the S 21 , in this country it is the self-developed Exynos 2100. It is manufactured in a 5-nanometer process and is based on the ARM Cortex-X1 core, which is up to 2.9 GHz. Whether the octa-core chip with 64 – Bit architecture can close the gap to the Snapdragon in terms of performance and energy efficiency, which the predecessors had, corresponding tests have yet to show.
The Galaxy S 21 has a 6.2 inch Super AMOLED display with a resolution of 2400 x 1080 pixels and a maximum refresh rate of 120 Hertz. The S 21 + accommodates the same resolution at 6.7 inches. Both screens are completely flat and have no curved edges. The display of the Galaxy S 21 Ultra is slightly curved on the long sides, measures 6.8 inches and represents 3200 x 1440 pixels. Here, too, are up to 120 Hertz possible.
Samsung Galaxy S 21 in different colors
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Many cameras in the big hump The camera hump of the Galaxy-S 21 – Samsung has redesigned smartphones, it now flows smoothly into the housing frame. Most of the cameras are in the Galaxy S 20 Ultra: A main camera with a new 108 – Megapixel sensor is accompanied by two telephoto lenses with 3x and 10 x-zoom and each 10 Megapixels and an ultra wide angle with 12 Megapixels. The selfie cam snaps with a maximum resolution of 40 megapixels. The Galaxy S 21 and that21 + must start with a 12 – Megapixel main camera get by. The ultra wide angle lens is identical to the Ultra, the 3x telephoto optics has a 64 – Megapixel sensor, in order to be able to offer further enlargement via crop without too great loss of quality. The front camera takes photos with Megapixels. 8K video recordings support all three models, but they are a real memory hog.
Another special feature is the new S-Pen for the Galaxy S 21 Ultra. For the first time, Samsung is equipping a smartphone outside of the Note series with a pen. However, it is not stowed in the smartphone, but in a special case. The S-Pen for the S 21 Ultra does not have a Bluetooth interface and therefore does not serve as a remote control for the smartphone like the Galaxy Note.
Samsung Galaxy S 21 Ultra with S-Pen
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When it comes to the rest of the equipment, Samsung makes no compromises and puts pretty much everything in the new smartphones that the technology shelf has to offer. 8 GByte RAM for S 20 and S 21 +, 12 or full 16 GByte in Ultra, internal memory between 128 and 512 GByte, fast Wifi 6, dual SIM plus eSIM, Bluetooth 5.2, UWB, ultrasonic fingerprint sensor – there is hardly anything left to be desired. The smartphones also all support 5G mobile communications. The battery in the Galaxy S 21 has a capacity of 4000 mAh, in the S 21 + are 4800 mAh, in the S 21 Ultra smooth 4800 mAh. Charging is wireless via Qi with a maximum of 12 Watt or via USB-C cable with up to 25 Watt.
Cutbacks in three places Because prices are falling, Samsung has put the red pencil on some points. First of all, the memory is not expandable in any of the three models, a MicroSD card does not take a Galaxy S 21 on. Second, as expected, Samsung no longer packs a charger in the box. Although this saves resources, it may cause additional costs. The 25 – Watt power supply unit with USB-C connection costs at least 35 Euro. And thirdly, Samsung added the base model of the Galaxy S 21 there is no glass on the back, just matt polycarbonate. If you like it more noble at this point, you have to go to the S 21 + or Ultra grab. All three models start with Android 11.
Samsung Galaxy S 21 +
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Together with the Galaxy S 21 Samsung is launching the new Galaxy Buds Pro in-ear headphones and the small Bluetooth tracker SmartTag. The Galaxy Buds Pro offer active noise cancellation (ANC) and have three microphones, 11 Millimeter woofers and 6.5 millimeter tweeters. The battery should allow up to eight hours of playback with one charge (five hours with active ANC). The price for the headphones is 229 Euro .
Promotions for pre-orderers of the Galaxy S 21 The new smartphones can be pre-ordered from now on, the delivery of the first copies should start at the end of January. Pre-order the Galaxy S 20 and S 21 + get the Galaxy Buds Live and the Galaxy SmartTag as an encore, with the S 21 Ultra are the new Galaxy Buds Pro and also a SmartTag in the bundle. Who is with his new Galaxy S 21 to 15. Registered with the payment service Samsung Pay in February, you will also receive a voucher for selected accessories worth 50 Euro.
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Samsung Galaxy S21 vs S21+ vs S21 Ultra: What’s the difference?
(Pocket-lint) – Samsung announced the Galaxy S21 series on 14 January during its Unpacked event, with three devices in the line up to choose from.
The Galaxy S21, S21+ and S21 Ultra all feature a similar design language but different price points, specs and features. Here is how the three devices compare to help you decide which might be the right one for you.
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Design
- S21: 151.7 x 71.2 x 7.9mm, 172g
- S21+: 161.5 x 75.6 x 7.8mm, 202g
- S21 Ultra: 165.1 x 75.6 x 8.9mm, 228g
All three Galaxy S21 models share the same design principles, though their physical sizes differ, and the materials differ between the models too – or so it is thought. This was unconfirmed at the time of writing but we will update once we have a definitive answer.
The Galaxy S21 is the smallest and lightest, followed by the S21+ and the Ultra is the largest and heaviest. The S21 and S21+ have flat displays though and they are presumed to be plastic like the Galaxy S20 FE, while the Ultra is sticks to a glass rear and offers a curved display.
The rear camera housing is similar across the three models, though the Ultra has a wider housing in order to accommodate the extra lenses.
All three devices are IP68 water and dust resistant and all three sport a centralised punch hole front camera at the top of their display.
Display
- S21: 6.2-inches, Full HD+, 120Hz
- S21+: 6.7-inches, Full HD+, 120Hz
- S21 Ultra: 6.8-inches, Quad HD+, adaptive 120Hz, S Pen
The Galaxy S21 has a 6.2-inch display, the S21+ has a 6.7-inch display and the Galaxy S21 Ultra has a 6.8-inch display.
Both the S21 and S21+ have Full HD+ resolutions and 120Hz refresh rates, while the S21 Ultra has a Quad HD+ resolution, an adaptive 120Hz refresh rate and support for the S Pen.
Sources also say the S21 and S21+’s displays have a peak brightness of 1400nits, while the S21 Ultra has a peak brightness of 1600nits, though we still need to confirm this.
As mentioned above, the S21 and S21+ have flat displays, while the S21 Ultra retains the curves Samsung has popularised over the last few years.
Hardware and specs
- S21: Qualcomm Snapdragon 888 or Exynos 2100, 128/256GB, 4000mAh
- S21+: Qualcomm Snapdragon 888 or Exynos 2100, 128/256GB, 4800mAh
- S21 Ultra: Qualcomm Snapdragon 888 or Exynos 2100, 128/256/512GB, 5000mAh
All three Galaxy S21 devices are expected to run on either the Qualcomm Snapdragon 888 processor, or the Exynos 2100 depending on the region. Samsung has said the devices have a 5nm chip, but it hasn’t specified which as yet. They are all 5G devices.
The Galaxy S21 and S21+ come in 128GB and 256GB storage options with 8GB of RAM on board. The Galaxy S21 Ultra meanwhile, comes in 128GB, 256GB and 512GB storage options. RAM is 12GB or 16GB depending on the model.
In terms of battery, the Galaxy S21 has a 4000mAh cell under its hood, the S21+ a 4800mAh battery and the Galaxy S21 Ultra a 5000mAh battery. The S21 and S21+ are expected to support 25W charging and come with a 15W charger in the box, while the S21 Ultra is expected to support 45W charging and come with a 25W charger in the box.
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Camera
- S21: Triple rear (12MP + 12MP + 64MP)
- S21+: Triple rear (12MP + 12MP + 64MP)
- S21 Ultra: Quad rear (108MP + 12MP + 10MP + 10MP), 40-megapixel front camera
The camera is the main point of differentiation between the Galaxy S21 and S21+ models and the S21 Ultra.
The S21 and S21+ both have a triple rear camera, made up of a 12-megapixel main sensor with 1.8µm pixel size, f/1.8 aperture and optical stabilisation (OIS), a 12-megapixel ultra-wide sensor with 1.4µm and f/2.2, and a 64-megapixel telephoto sensor with 0.8µm, f/2.0 and OIS.
The Galaxy S21 Ultra meanwhile, has a quad rear camera made up of a 108-megapixel main sensor with 0.8µm pixels, f/1.8 aperture, OIS and laser autofocus, a 12-megapixel ultra wide sensor (1.4µm, f/2.2) and two 10-megapixel telephoto lenses, one with 1.22µm, f/2.4 and the other with 1.22µm, f/4.9. It is also expected to have a 40-megapixel selfie camera.
All models are also expected to come with features including the cameras automatically switching between 30fps and 60fps depending on the lighting conditions, a dual recording mode, improved night mode, more manual controls and improved moon mode, though these features still need confirmation.
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Price
- S21: £769 / €849
- S21+: £949 / €1049
- S21 Ultra: £1149 / €1249
The Samsung Galaxy S21 is the entry model to the range, followed by the Galaxy S21+, while the Galaxy S21 Ultra sits at the top of the range, as was the case with the Galaxy S20 range.
The Galaxy S21 starts at £769 in the UK, and €849 in Europe. The Galaxy S21+ starts at £949 in the Uk and €1049 in Europe.
The Galaxy S21 Ultra starts at £1149 in the UK and €1249 in Europe. All three handsets will be available from 29 January.
Conclusion
The Samsung Galaxy S21 and S21+ are very similar in terms of their offerings, with the main difference being their physical size and therefore display size, as well as a larger battery capacity in the Plus model.
The S21 Ultra meanwhile, offers a more substantial camera offering, a larger and sharper display, an adaptive refresh rate, a brighter display, support for the S Pen, a more premium build quality and appearance and more RAM.
We will be sure to update this feature as soon as we have reviewed all three handsets.
Writing by Britta O’Boyle.
Intel Launches NUC 11 for Enthusiasts: Tiger Lake & GeForce RTX 2060 Inside
Intel has officially launched its next-generation miniature PC designed for enthusiasts that demand performance sufficient for gaming. The NUC 11 systems code-named Panther Canyon pack Intel’s quad-core 11th Generation Core ‘Tiger Lake’ processor as well as Nvidia’s GeForce RTX 2060 graphics chip featuring the ‘Turing’ architecture.
Intel is certainly not a stranger to NUCs with a discrete GPU, but so far, the company has not really offered a system that would actually feature a decent gaming-capable standalone graphics processor (of course if we take the modular NUC 9 Pro/Extreme out of the equation). The NUC 11 Enthusiast ‘Phantom Canyon’ is the company’s first attempt to wed compact dimensions (221 × 142 × 42mm) with gaming-grade graphics and even upgradeability.
Intel’s NUC 11 Enthusiast (NUC11PHKi7C/NUC11PHKi7CAA) is based on the quad-core Intel Core i7-1165G7 (up to 4.70GHz, 12 MB cache, 28W TDP) processor that is paired with up to 16 GB of DDR4-3200 memory (up to 64 GB ), Nvidia’s GeForce RTX 2060 discrete GPU with 6 GB of GDDR6 memory, and Intel’s Optane Memory H10 (32 GB + 512 GB) or H20 SSD. Unlike memory and storage, the graphics processor cannot be removed, but those who want to upgrade this GPU will be able to do it using one of the system’s two Thunderbolt 4 ports.
The small form-factor PC has a rather advanced connectivity department. On the wireless side of things, Intel’s NUC 11 Enthusiast includes an Intel AX201 Wi-Fi 6 + Bluetooth 5 module, a quad far-field microphone array with Alexa support and an IR sensor on the front. As for wired section, it includes a 2.5GbE connector, six USB 3.1 Gen 2 ports, four display outputs (a DisplayPort 1.4, an HDMI 2.0b, two TB4 ports), an SDXC slot with UHS-II support, and a 3.5-mm audio jack for headsets, according to a product brief published by FanlessTech.
Considering performance, connectivity, and even upgradeability of the NUC 11 Enthusiast ‘Phantom Canyon’, these PCs will be able to address a rather broad set of customers, including gamers, multimedia enthusiasts, and even content creators who want a compact desktop.
Intel yet has to announce MSRPs of its NUC 11 Enthusiast barebones as well as pre-built kits, but since the systems are expected to hit the market shortly, their real pricing will transpire soon enough.
Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra leads the 5G pack with S-Pen and 108MP quad camera
Samsung’s Galaxy S21 phones are official. The firm took the wraps off its Galaxy S21, S21+ and S21 Ultra during its Galaxy Unpacked event, where it also unveiled the Galaxy Buds Pro true wireless earbuds.
The event, which took place a month earlier than usual, was of course virtual, but that didn’t stop Samsung from giving chapter and verse on its new Galaxy S Series.
The headline news: the flagship S21 Ultra sports the S-Pen that was until now exclusive to the company’s big-screen Note phones, such as the Note 20 Ultra, and features an even more highly-specified 108MP quad camera. The Galaxy S21 range features cameras capable of shooting 8K video at 24fps, and a new camera bump design for a refreshed aesthetic.
Could the Galaxy S21 not only prove the company’s best yet but also rise above the latest flagship Sony Xperia 1 II to claim the best phone plaudits? We certainly wouldn’t bet against it.
Galaxy S21 price and release date
The Galaxy S21 5G will be available in Phantom Violet, Phantom Grey, Phantom Pink and Phantom White finishes, available with 8GM RAM in 128GB (£769, $799) and 256GB (£819) storage options.
The Galaxy S21+ 5G comes in Phantom Violet, Phantom Silver and Phantom Black options with 8GB RAM and 128GB (£949, $999) or 256GB (£999) storage sizes.
And lastly, the Galaxy S21 Ultra 5G is available in Phantom Black and Phantom Silver, coated in a ‘frosted haze’ matte finish. Phantom Titanium, Phantom Navy and Phantom Brown are additional finishes available exclusively on Samsung.com. RAM and storage pairings are as follows: 12GB RAM with 128GB (£1149, $1199), 16GB with 256GB (£1199), and 16GB with 512GB (£1329).
Galaxy S21 pre-orders are open immediately for all three phones, with shipping beginning on 29th January.
Galaxy S21 series: camera
We found the camera on last year’s Galaxy S20 to be a real highlight, so the fact that Samsung has improved its excellent software for the S21 series is promising. Single Take, which creates a portfolio of all the best moments you capture in one shot (useful when scrolling through options to upload to Instagram), enters a 2.0 version, now using five times more AI processing for the promise of even better results. There’s Dynamic Slo-Mo, as well as a Highlights Reel, the idea being that you don’t need to edit shots yourself.
Portrait Mode has been improved (you can now alter the lighting or your backdrop), as has Space Zoom, which now has a lock to neutralise shaky hands at 30x zoom. The new Director’s View mode lets you simultaneously view both the front and rear cameras in your viewfinder, with all of the lenses available to easily switch between. Vlogger view, meanwhile, lets you simultaneously capture from both the front and back lenses, so you can shoot something while, say, documenting your own reaction.
8K at 24fps video recording is onboard, with 8K Video Snap allowing you to capture high-res photos when playing your videos back. And this is the first time 4K filming at 60fps is achievable through all lenses.
While the Galaxy S21 and S21+ have triple-lens snappers (a 12MP ultra-wide, 12MP wide and 64MP telephoto) and a 10MP front shooter, the Ultra takes things further once again. We’re looking at Samsung’s “most advance Pro-grade cameras yet” here. There’s still a quad rear configuration here, but the main 108MP wide lens is new and promises 64x richer colours and three times wider dynamic range. That’s complemented by 12MP ultra-wide and two 10MP telephotos.
That dual-telephoto system (one 3x optical, one 10x optical) powers the Ultra’s 100x Space Zoom, with the lenses automatically switching according to the distance from your subject. And with a new Bright Night sensor, improved Night Mode, noise reduction and 12MP Nona-binning technology, Samsung is promising its “biggest leap yet in low-light photography”. We look forward to trying all that out for ourselves.
Galaxy S21 series: screen
The camera lens bump marks the biggest design tweak for the S21 family, with the contoured cut-out blending into the device’s metal frame on the top left corner. It certainly gives the body’s rear a sleeker, more streamlined look.
The front of the phone shouldn’t let the side down either, their ‘Dynamic AMOLED 2x’ screens supporting 120Hz in 6.2in FHD+ (S21), 6.7in FHD+ (S21+) and 6.8in WQHD+ (S21 Ultra) sizes, and featuring a new Eye Comfort Shield that automatically adjusts blue levels.
The Ultra boasts the “best display Samsung has ever created”, offering that maximum refresh rate even in maximum resolution quality. Samsung is promising 25 per cent more brightness (the peak is an eye-dazzling 1500 nits) and double the contrast of the S20 Ultra’s screen. Bold.
Of course, that display is at the mercy of your fingertips – or the S-Pen, as it hits the S Series for the first time. When asked where this leaves the Note line, TM Roh, Samsung’s president and head of mobile communications business, said: “We’ve made the bold decision to expand the S Pen experience to Galaxy S21 Ultra, and plan to expand the S Pen experience across additional device categories in the future.”
Galaxy S21 series: the rest
While Samsung has predominantly moved the S21 family on in camera and screen technology, more modest improvements have been made under the hood, too. Ready for a numbers breakdown? Here it goes.
Samsung is promising 20 per cent faster CPU, 35 per cent faster GPU, and double-the-speed AI processors over the S20 handsets, making the S21 its fastest phones to date. The ‘Ultrasonic’ in-screen fingerprint scanner is now 1.7x larger for improved accuracy, too.
Battery-wise, the S21, S21+ and S21 Ultra sport 4000mAh, 4800mAh and 5000mAh juice packs respectively – the only change over the S20 series being the middle device gaining an extra 300mAh.
There’s 8GB RAM, plus either 128GB or 256GB storage options for the S21 and S21+, while the S21 Ultra gets either 8GB or 16GB RAM, with either 128GB, 256GB or 512GB storage options.
All three support Samsung’s Smart Things Find (which helps you locate Galaxy devices using Bluetooth LE – even when they’re offline) and £29/$30 Galaxy Smart Tag (which helps you locate non-connected devices or belongings that are tagged – pets, keys etc).
5G is, as expected, on the menu across the line-up, while Ultra-wideband (UWB) wireless communication technology support in the S21+ and S21 Ultra means we could see those premium devices able to, say, unlock a car (i.e. replace a car key fob) in the near-future, too.
So there you have it: three 5G Galaxy S21 phones for 2021, with improved cameras and screens, sleek (and tweaked) designs, and an expanded feature set for the Ultra handset. We, for one, cannot wait to get our hands on them very shortly. Watch this space, Android fans.
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Glorious Model O Wireless Review
Introduction
Glorious PC Gaming Race (or Glorious for short) is a peripherals company based in the United States. With the Model O, Glorious generated quite a bit of hype. Bringing a lightweight mouse with top-tier specifications to the $50 mark has certainly had an impact on the market ever since, leading to an ever more competitive environment. With the Model O Wireless, Glorious wants to repeat history by offering a top-tier lightweight wireless mouse for well under $100. Equipped with their proprietary “BAMF” sensor capable of up to 19,000 CPI, the Glorious Model O Wireless promises a battery life of up to 71 hours with illumination disabled. At a weight of just 69 g, the Model O Wireless is also one of the lightest wireless gaming mice currently available, and only marginally heavier than its wired counterpart. Additionally, the charging cable is flexible enough to allow for use of the Model O Wireless as if it were a regular wired Model O, and USB Type-C support has one fast-charging the battery in an hour or less. In terms of shape, buttons, materials, and feet, no changes have been made compared to the regular Model O. Lastly, Glorious built an entirely new software called Glorious Core for the Model O Wireless, with improved aesthetics and functionality. The Model O Wireless will be available in matte black or matte white initially, with glossy variants to follow.
Specifications
| Glorious Model O Wireless | |
|---|---|
| Size: | 128 mm x 66 mm x 37.5 mm |
| Size (inches): | 5.04″ x 2.60″ x 1.48″ |
| Ambidextrous: | Yes |
| Weight: | 69 g |
| Number of Buttons: | 6 (including wheel click) |
| Main Switches: | Omron D2FC-F-7N (20M) (OF) (China) |
| Wheel Encoder: | Mechanical |
| Sensor: | BAMF |
| Resolution: | 100–19,000 CPI |
| Polling Rate: | 125/250/500/1000 Hz |
| Cable: | 2 m, braided |
| Software: | Yes |
| Price: | $79.99 |
| Warranty: | 2 years |
Asus’ ROG Claymore II mechanical keyboard has a handy detachable number pad
Asus announced a new mechanical keyboard at CES 2021 called the ROG Claymore II. It’s designed for gamers, with customizable macro keys and per-key RGB backlighting. It’s also the first device to feature Asus’ own ROG RX Blue or Red optical switches with a claimed 100 million keypress lifespan.
This model gives a nod to people who just can’t totally quit the numpad: you can detach it to make the Claymore II an 80 percent keyboard if you need to save space or magnetically attach it when you need to crunch some numbers. The numpad also offers more intuitive media controls, like a volume dial.
The ROG Claymore II connects either via a USB-C cable or wireless via 2.4GHz. If you use it wirelessly, its 4,000mAh battery is supposed to last for up to 40 hours. Asus says the USB-C port supports fast charging and USB passthrough for other devices. This model will be released in Q2 2021; Asus hasn’t yet shared a price.
Image: Asus
Asus has also announced its new ROG Gladius III Wireless gaming mouse. The mouse doesn’t have a final price or a specific release date (beyond its Q2 2021 target), but the design and specs are worth knowing about. The Gladius III Wireless looks similar to the Razer DeathAdder V2, which we cited as the best wired gaming mouse to buy. The new device’s sensor supports up to 19,000 DPI, and it can be connected with a wire or wirelessly via 2.4GHz or Bluetooth. Asus says a purely wired version of this mouse will release at some point.
Notably, the ROG Gladius III allows for user-replaceable switches so you can find the right feel for your needs — even letting you swap between three-pin mechanical and five-pin Omron optical switches. Most people likely will never put their mice under such stress that they’ll reach the end of their switches’ lifespan, but having the option to swap them out is certainly a nice feature.
New affordable Alcatel phones and tablet announced
CES 2021 is in full swing and TCL unveiled three budged phones under its Alcatel brand as well as an affordable 7-inch tablet. All three phones are powered by MediaTek’s Helio A25 chipset, pack multi-cam setups and feature waterdrop notch displays.
Alcatel 3L (2021)
The Alcatel 3L brings a 6.52-inch LCD with FHD+ resolution and an 8MP selfie cam. It has 4GB RAM and 64GB storage which is further expandable via microSD cards. You get a 48MP primary camera alongside two 2MP modules for macro shots and depth data. There’s also a convenient rear-mounted fingerprint scanner.
You’re looking at a 4,000 mAh battery with 10W charging over micro-USB, but on the software side, you get the latest Android 11. The Alcatel 3L comes in black and blue colors and will retail for €149 starting March.
Alcatel 1S (2021)
If you’re looking for an even more affordable device, there’s the Alcatel 1S which also packs a 6.52-inch LCD but of HD+ resolution and a lower resolution 5MP selfie cam. The back houses a 13MP main sensor alongside two 2MP modules. You get 3GB RAM and 32GB storage and a 4,000 mAh battery.
The Alcatel 1S boots Android 11 and comes in black and blue colors with a retail of €109 starting February.
Alcatel 1L (2021)
The Alcatel 1L is cheaper still, packing a smaller 6.1-inch LCD with the same HD+ resolution, a dual camera setup (13MP + 2MP) and a 3,000 mAh battery.
The phone boots Android 11 (Go edition) and comes with 2GB RAM and 32GB storage. It also comes in black and blue colors and will be priced at $135 in the US. First sales are scheduled to begin in March.
Alcatel 1T 7 Wi-Fi
In addition to the three budget phones, TCL is also bringing a budget Alcatel tablet called the Alcatel 1T 7 Wi-Fi. Its full specs and design weren’t revealed yet but it will come in at just €59 for the 16GB version and €69 if you need 32GB storage.
This is a family-oriented tablet that will go up against the likes of Amazon’s Fire lineup. The tab will boot Android 10 (Go edition) and will come with a special Kids Mode.
The Alcatel 1T 7 will be available in green and black colors later this month.
Asus, here is the ROG Claymore II keyboard and the ROG Gladius III Wireless mouse
Asus presented the new peripherals for ROG Claymore II and ROG Gladius III Wireless gamers, respectively a mechanical keyboard and a mouse. The ROG Claymore II has ROG RX Blue or Red switches and a detachable number pad.
by Manolo De Agostini published 12 January 2021 , at 19: 41 in the Peripherals channel
ROG ASUS
Asus has presented at CES 2021 the ROG Claymore II , a RGB mechanical gaming keyboard featuring the new ROG RX Blue or Red optical switches .
According to Asus, the shape of the switch reduces the delay due to bounce to almost zero , in so that the keys react exactly when you press them. The square and hollow structure, the four corner locks of the keycaps and the X-stabilizer mechanism ensure accuracy even in repeated typing sequences, while the guaranteed duration of 100 millions of key presses ensures high resistance.
Claymore II is accompanied by a magnetic palm rest and a detachable numeric keypad that can be attached to either side of the keyboard in format) %. The numeric keypad includes four keys to control media playback which can be customized to create productivity shortcuts or macro commands. There is also a scroll wheel to adjust the volume.
USB-C and 2.4 GHz RF wireless connections ensure connectivity with little lag. The 4000 mAh battery ensures up to 40 hours of use on a single charge, USB C connection also supports fast charging or “USB passthrough” function to connect other devices. In addition, Claymore II also features Aura Sync lighting and relies on Armory Crate software to generate a multitude of customization options.
Together with the keyboard, the Taiwanese company offers ROG Gladius III Wireless , a gaming mouse with ergonomic design with a sensor capable of operate up to 19. 00 0 DPI and advanced tri-mode connectivity: via cable, 2.4 GHz radio frequency and Bluetooth.
The new Push-Fit Switch Socket II supports both traditional 3-pin mechanical and 5-pin Omron optical micro-switches, allowing you to customize the click experience and tactile button feedback based on to your preferences. Gamers can also replace worn switches to extend the life of the mouse.
Asus ensures that it has paid particular attention to reducing latency, while smoothness is guaranteed by the ROG Omni feet 100% TPFE with rounded edges. A wired version of ROG Gladius III is also available. Asus has not disclosed the prices of the two products at the moment, but we will surely know more when they arrive in Italy.
