7 Reasons Why You Should Buy a Samsung S9 in 2021!

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  • Today on Tech Rewind, I go back and review the Samsung Galaxy S9 - a now 3 year old phone that is very cheap to buy and has a lot of great features for its age.
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  • @MarkSpurrell
    @MarkSpurrell  3 ปีที่แล้ว +474

    It really should have been 8 reasons you should buy an S9, because I completely forgot the fact that it has built in wireless charging! 😁
    *If you enjoyed this episode of Tech Rewind, check out this one about the Google Pixel 2 - it's a steal of a phone, especially right now!*
    th-cam.com/video/zJBw7XasFXM/w-d-xo.html

    • @norbertoorduno1248
      @norbertoorduno1248 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Can we get a rewind video of the Galaxy S10 or Note 10+? Great content as always BTW 🥂

    • @swarajrajegore6897
      @swarajrajegore6897 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      And you could even connect an external hard disk or an ssd as well i used to connect my 1tb SanDisk harddisk and also able to connect my wireless mouse with the adapter that's free in the box and the akg headphones as well

    • @anoldtakurachabata6752
      @anoldtakurachabata6752 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      Please do a Note 9 in 2021 video maybe against iphone 8+ buyers guide man 👨

    • @swarajrajegore6897
      @swarajrajegore6897 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      @@anoldtakurachabata6752 bro no need I'm using note 9 and xs max and from my experience and after the update Samsung cameras are way better and take higher resolution phootos and more better than xs max and the performance is great and faster charging wireless charging wqhd resolution and better AM OLED display that's way better than xs max just think how much change you'll find and you do get a premium akg 3.5mm headphones i still prefer those over my usbc akg

    • @anoldtakurachabata6752
      @anoldtakurachabata6752 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@swarajrajegore6897 thanks a lot for the reply hey 😃

  • @TechWithBrett
    @TechWithBrett 3 ปีที่แล้ว +708

    Wow, this takes me back! So many great features were added in the S9.

    • @MarkSpurrell
      @MarkSpurrell  3 ปีที่แล้ว +76

      Yeah! Back when they were focused on adding features instead of taking them away 😅

    • @yux.tn.3641
      @yux.tn.3641 3 ปีที่แล้ว +18

      and now in the s21, some of them are gone...

    • @swarajrajegore6897
      @swarajrajegore6897 3 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      @@yux.tn.3641 yeah that's because Samsung used to ask in survey if you use the feature that much is it necessary and the previous Samsung user's didn't use the features that much so Samsung took the decision according to the one who are active on Samsung member apps

    • @Nik-hs3qj
      @Nik-hs3qj 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@MarkSpurrell s10 ?

    • @Nik-hs3qj
      @Nik-hs3qj 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      S10 just saying

  • @corneliusnowicki5363
    @corneliusnowicki5363 3 ปีที่แล้ว +395

    2:36 "no one's going to be crying for the return of the notification LED"
    Me: 😢

    • @thodoris25
      @thodoris25 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      Use always on display

    • @corneliusnowicki5363
      @corneliusnowicki5363 3 ปีที่แล้ว +37

      @@thodoris25 that wastes way more battery and could also lead to screen burn in

    • @thodoris25
      @thodoris25 3 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      @@corneliusnowicki5363 o well you're right :/

    • @nickroberts119
      @nickroberts119 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Agreed, awesome feature

    • @ahmedace4911
      @ahmedace4911 3 ปีที่แล้ว +13

      It's so freaking useful and applicative
      Same thing goes for the iris scanner

  • @adamssultan
    @adamssultan 3 ปีที่แล้ว +310

    I'm actually watching this on my 3 year old s9! It has and still continues to serve me well!

    • @fvs666
      @fvs666 3 ปีที่แล้ว +19

      Same :D , but after 3 year i see lags and glitches.

    • @Barronvoncrash
      @Barronvoncrash 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Same.

    • @zaryyy337
      @zaryyy337 3 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      Right, after 3 year the only problem is my power button fell off lol

    • @Snow-l4o
      @Snow-l4o 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@fvs666 eh not me

    • @Grayfox111
      @Grayfox111 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Likewise

  • @surren45
    @surren45 3 ปีที่แล้ว +745

    the people who disliked this needs a COVID test, because they got no taste

    • @jojo7323
      @jojo7323 3 ปีที่แล้ว +14

      I dislike, pay $350 for old snapdragon. Just buy poco F3

    • @Zackking109
      @Zackking109 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      @@jojo7323 agreed

    • @hugogarcia-yh7gx
      @hugogarcia-yh7gx 3 ปีที่แล้ว +9

      @@jojo7323 f3 has not ip68, amoled display.

    • @mohammedabrarahmed3299
      @mohammedabrarahmed3299 3 ปีที่แล้ว +12

      @@hugogarcia-yh7gx Correct. Most importantly the UI is boring and cartoonish. There is no such feeling of using an high end phone

    • @jonxina7263
      @jonxina7263 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      It has 120 hz amoled noob

  • @IkesTechTalk
    @IkesTechTalk 3 ปีที่แล้ว +563

    Lol I bought one for 150 and traded it into TMobile for 800 towards my S21 Ultra

  • @TNUni167
    @TNUni167 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Why didn't you review the S9 plus instead? It's practically the same price plus 2GB of Ram, 3500mah Battery and a larger display.

  • @brett2396
    @brett2396 3 ปีที่แล้ว +327

    Main reason, to trade it in at Tmobile for a free S21 😂

    • @PillowZero
      @PillowZero 3 ปีที่แล้ว +10

      Wait you can do this??

    • @brett2396
      @brett2396 3 ปีที่แล้ว +9

      @@PillowZero yes sir!

    • @PillowZero
      @PillowZero 3 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      Omg how? I really want one! Is this available in the philippines???

    • @brett2396
      @brett2396 3 ปีที่แล้ว +31

      @@PillowZero T-Mobile is a US carrier so it's a deal from them. I'm not sure if the Philippines has carrier deals like this you'd have to look around

    • @PillowZero
      @PillowZero 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Noted thanks!

  • @TeggyTeggyTeggy
    @TeggyTeggyTeggy 3 ปีที่แล้ว +172

    The fact that we`re looking back on old flagships made me think that the development in tech as a whole has reached its plateau.

    • @nikotakai8796
      @nikotakai8796 3 ปีที่แล้ว +13

      People have always done that. You can also see people talking about the S6 in 2019 etc.

    • @aironnoles5588
      @aironnoles5588 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I came from an S6 Edge+ video and yes , I'm thinking we've topped out but maybe I'll eat those words in the future .

    • @jdc8352
      @jdc8352 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      Ya, they're just adding gimmicks now and probably for a few years now. Gimmicks

    • @acdeeiprrt
      @acdeeiprrt 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      *A* plateau, not the end of all improvement

    • @SleepExports
      @SleepExports 2 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      I remember when they said adding cameras to phones was s gimmick.
      They will always improve.

  • @liftusup9208
    @liftusup9208 3 ปีที่แล้ว +313

    Imagine if this was being sold as cheaper option instead of A series.

    • @mirage_ka
      @mirage_ka 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Sure thing 👍

    • @jasimaneesahamed1033
      @jasimaneesahamed1033 3 ปีที่แล้ว +58

      In my point of view, getting this phone is like a MILLION TIMES BETTER than getting a very underpowered phone in that 200$-price range. That being said, a budget A series phone gets more updates and has better battery and stuff like that.

    • @flaviomulatojerkin
      @flaviomulatojerkin 3 ปีที่แล้ว +19

      No man, the battery on this is not worth it

    • @ToTheHellfire024
      @ToTheHellfire024 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Imagine it with updated specs.

    • @theinceptor3672
      @theinceptor3672 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@ToTheHellfire024 you mean like the SE? I don't think they should.

  • @GameLikeYouMeanIt
    @GameLikeYouMeanIt 3 ปีที่แล้ว +133

    I've had the S9 since it came out. It's never given me a problem. It's actually gotten better with time. That comes down to software, but still.

    • @dsfsfsfsfs
      @dsfsfsfsfs 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      How is the battery life?

    • @GameLikeYouMeanIt
      @GameLikeYouMeanIt 3 ปีที่แล้ว +8

      @@dsfsfsfsfs I can make it through the day without much of a problem

    • @sayedhasnainalishah
      @sayedhasnainalishah 3 ปีที่แล้ว +8

      What about the battery life, I have s9 plus and its battery is been worst if we compare to the new one

    • @basic_time
      @basic_time 3 ปีที่แล้ว +9

      @@sayedhasnainalishah yeah, if you had it for a long time (i have my s9+ since the first month when the phone was released), surely it's battery would be worst than newer ones (3 years had passed). But still, mine can last 8 to 10 hours of TH-cam and Music!

    • @romualdgromski6825
      @romualdgromski6825 3 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      There is no battery life. Using this phone for couple of years. Dont believe to walkers who say battery is good. Only if you using it for calling. Do you know any person who has smarphone and just call??? Batteries are dead in second hand phones.

  • @martianmohit7173
    @martianmohit7173 3 ปีที่แล้ว +399

    You never speak with extra hype. You speak calmly and explain gently. One of the best tech reviewer on TH-cam.

    • @jasimaneesahamed1033
      @jasimaneesahamed1033 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Yeah ikr (me who just discovered his channel now)

    • @huzaifkhan8372
      @huzaifkhan8372 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Watching his video for the first time and I'm actually surprised that this tech guy isn't shouting 😂

    • @mr.anderson5806
      @mr.anderson5806 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Yep definitely. That's why I subbed 👊

    • @tazkiatabassum2784
      @tazkiatabassum2784 ปีที่แล้ว

      Yes, genuine reviews

  • @hansleydookee9120
    @hansleydookee9120 3 ปีที่แล้ว +25

    I bought my s9 the year it was released and am still using it😍
    No regrets😊

  • @talialalalala
    @talialalalala 3 ปีที่แล้ว +194

    Commenting for the algorithm. Let’s get our man to 100k!

  • @itskingpius
    @itskingpius 3 ปีที่แล้ว +98

    No one would cry for the missing notification led got me drowning in my own tears...

    • @regretful_mango
      @regretful_mango 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Same...☹

    • @jamesedwardmarshall6264
      @jamesedwardmarshall6264 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      wish I got a Samsung that had it my j6 plus doesn't have anything an s9 had or the 8

    • @ok-yw8bt
      @ok-yw8bt 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      use notifybuddy for it bruh

    • @neiliewheeliebin
      @neiliewheeliebin 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      It's weird Samsung quietly disabled it on my S8 after an update & I forgot about it

    • @ok-yw8bt
      @ok-yw8bt 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@neiliewheeliebin use notify body then

  • @airypotty
    @airypotty 3 ปีที่แล้ว +45

    Watching from my s9. 😋 It's so good I'm having problems moving on. Now if samsung does a remake of this phone as an SE, I'll be first in line.

    • @jasimaneesahamed1033
      @jasimaneesahamed1033 3 ปีที่แล้ว +9

      Woah man, that would be an instant sell.
      I own the S9 Plus and man its a well-made phone.

    • @anonymousperson5441
      @anonymousperson5441 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Buy s10e .. form compact phone

    • @marcusasenlund9120
      @marcusasenlund9120 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@anonymousperson5441 buy iPhone 4s, compact.......

    • @khaotictrash
      @khaotictrash 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      THEY NEED TO DO THAT!!! They don’t do major software updates after 2 years which pisses me off because I love Samsung

    • @kevinpeng8295
      @kevinpeng8295 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@khaotictrash Ikr!

  • @jannuellaurodizon3016
    @jannuellaurodizon3016 3 ปีที่แล้ว +67

    I have had the S9 since it released and the only problem that I ever had with it is the battery. It really does not last long, but other than that this has been a very fun phone to use with its size and performance. Definitely my favorite phone I had ever had.

    • @hawraman2355
      @hawraman2355 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      excuse me what about the camera does you have any problem with it like for example losing details or degrading after updates??

    • @matieightynine7771
      @matieightynine7771 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      I aggre with u, is the only low point from S9

    • @roxy3272
      @roxy3272 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      same problem with the s7

    • @RandoSando.
      @RandoSando. 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      I get my s9 battery to last all day??

    • @xamava
      @xamava ปีที่แล้ว

      i'm considering buying a used one, found one that claims to have been "a spare phone" which doesn't even seem to have scratches or anything...but what would you say about battery life?

  • @ankithvolety938
    @ankithvolety938 3 ปีที่แล้ว +59

    This series is freaking awesome! Keep them coming!!⚡️ and you deserve more buddy! Very high quality and informative content ! Lots of love and support 💖

    • @MarkSpurrell
      @MarkSpurrell  3 ปีที่แล้ว +11

      Thank you so much! I'm glad you're enjoying Tech Rewind :)

    • @mehdimehdi5777
      @mehdimehdi5777 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@MarkSpurrell WE do keep it alive Sir.

  • @FuzzyDancingBear
    @FuzzyDancingBear 3 ปีที่แล้ว +20

    Been rocking my uncle Doug's old S9 for a while now. Love it. Rest in peace Doug.

  • @kennethmarlin4794
    @kennethmarlin4794 3 ปีที่แล้ว +132

    Had the S9+ in Coral Blue from December 2018 to August 2020, then I upgraded to the S20+ in Cosmic Gray as a Birthday Present from myself. This video makes me miss my S9+ again.

    • @juniekeo1062
      @juniekeo1062 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Same 😂 I upgraded from Black S9+ to cloud white s20+ hahaha.

    • @christopherbeltran5020
      @christopherbeltran5020 3 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      really you felt the need to upgrade? the s9+ could have easily lasted you 2-3 years more with a battery replacement

    • @29subhra
      @29subhra 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      bought the A50 back in 2019. Never upgraded still using it. Can't relate to you guys:)

    • @mushtaqx2225
      @mushtaqx2225 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@29subhra same here bro

    • @okiedokieboomer2082
      @okiedokieboomer2082 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@roshgilluw Same because my battery dies after 4hrs of SoT and I plan to change the battery and sell it to my cousin.

  • @vladmak229
    @vladmak229 3 ปีที่แล้ว +81

    Stil have my S9 and gonna use it as long as it works

    • @skyprof9067
      @skyprof9067 3 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      One more thing about s9 it's size, not like almost tablet modern flagship .

    • @kiwiturbochicken
      @kiwiturbochicken 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      My s9 is stuck on android 9 and it wont update

    • @arnav3133
      @arnav3133 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@kiwiturbochicken Custom roms

    • @absolutium
      @absolutium 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@kiwiturbochicken You can update from Samobile site.

    • @kiwiturbochicken
      @kiwiturbochicken 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@absolutium where on sammobile

  • @c.s.804
    @c.s.804 3 ปีที่แล้ว +20

    I got a refurbished s9 this past November, and loving it (a big upgrade from the junk ZTE I was using). The only thing it leaves me wanting for is longer battery life. I think its kinda appalling how quickly a phone is consider old. Considering what they cost at launch, and the environmental impact. They need to make it a law allowing phones to have parts replaced easily, and longer software upgrades. Id even be willing to pay for android upgrades.

  • @degencommander6899
    @degencommander6899 3 ปีที่แล้ว +28

    I bought my S9 coincidentally enough 3 years ago and man oh man I still love this thing!! The display is amazing, you get Dolby sound, a GREAT camera, good speakers, a headphone jack, to be very very honest I don't have much to complain about. Honestly I was at best buy the other day and as far as phones under $700-900 phones go I didn't see a single one that I wanted and I had really been wanting to get a new phone haha everything this guy said was true and I couldn't be more happy with my phone.

  • @justinfleming5777
    @justinfleming5777 3 ปีที่แล้ว +37

    I'm digging the colour coordination between your shirt and that awesome pillow

  • @phantasma6406
    @phantasma6406 8 หลายเดือนก่อน +3

    I just bought one for $20 and its amazing for that price

  • @richarddelacruz7807
    @richarddelacruz7807 3 ปีที่แล้ว +53

    I'm still using my S9 of almost 3 years. The one I have is the Exynos version since I'm outside NA. Still getting security updates and yeah, the battery life sucks. But other than that, still works pretty well.

    • @TurnOntheBrightLights.
      @TurnOntheBrightLights. 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      Get a new battery dude

    • @j.w.3750
      @j.w.3750 3 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      I purchase a new battery on amazon and change myself. I also buy the back cover glass, because It broken in the process. I use as a main phone and a S20 ultra as a secondary, because it weight too much.

    • @richarddelacruz7807
      @richarddelacruz7807 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      My phone's battery does suck, but enabling the power mode (I've set it to Medium Power Saving) did extend the battery to an hour or 2. Though, some functions will be limited. But I'm ok with that. I haven't been out and about due to the pandemic, which means the phone's use to me right now has also been limited.

    • @CeloyG
      @CeloyG 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      @@TurnOntheBrightLights. It doesn't matter, the battery is very small and it's not well optimized like the latest smartphones

    • @TurnOntheBrightLights.
      @TurnOntheBrightLights. 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@CeloyG but it's 3 years old lol it's understood that at that point you'd have to change your battery

  • @saitamasensei3953
    @saitamasensei3953 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    S9 Plus is the BEST ph ever.
    I still have it, with 1TB of storage, a 5TB hard drive, and 6GB of RAM. It can handle Heavy duty programs like film studios.
    Videos that can go up to 4K FHD, with Super Slow Motion Camera, Water Resistant, Durability and so much more.

  • @OrdinaryG33K-SF
    @OrdinaryG33K-SF 3 ปีที่แล้ว +21

    Am watching this on my S9+. Am still loving it. 6GB RAM on this one, plus an additional camera lens.

    • @ishu1387
      @ishu1387 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Me too bro😂

    • @sunshinetx36
      @sunshinetx36 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Does the original headphones include microphone by chance for hands free cling?

    • @OrdinaryG33K-SF
      @OrdinaryG33K-SF 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@sunshinetx36 Yes.

    • @sunshinetx36
      @sunshinetx36 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@OrdinaryG33K-SF thank you

    • @ZimHomes
      @ZimHomes 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Same here, but want that new S22.

  • @vinusanuruththiramoorthy2260
    @vinusanuruththiramoorthy2260 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Great phone, but after three years of use,
    1. One of the main problem is it get more heat during playing games and sometimes while charging.
    2.And the camera is not good as it before three years.
    Others features are still same and great

  • @motherflerkentannhauser8152
    @motherflerkentannhauser8152 3 ปีที่แล้ว +47

    I used an S9 and still love it to this day. It kept impressing me with features and just how slick it feels in the hand. But after 1.5 years of use it did show significant lagging and battery degrade which forced me to switch. However, if I were to stay in the Samsung family, I'd say it was the closest to perfect phone that represented the peak and prime of the S series since all the S models later made deal-breaking compromises such as flat, ginormous screens, higher prices, plastic back, no secure biometrics, etc. I would not have liked S10, 20, or 21 compared to S9

    • @dawei9526
      @dawei9526 2 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      I agree with you, I've been using my S9 for 3 years and the battery got degraded, as well as the performance. the display is great and the phone is definitely nice to hold but my next phone will definitely be something that lasts longer

    • @neggas-
      @neggas- 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      @@dawei9526 if you replace the battery with an authorized service centre it'll cost you around $45 while the phone itself values at $80 rn.
      its better to custom rom the S9 to prevent the CPU speed limits as the degradation is a part of planned obsolescence from samsung to upgrade to a newer model

    • @dawei9526
      @dawei9526 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@neggas- great, thank you for the advice but is this also a thing I should do with a new xiaomi phone?

    • @neggas-
      @neggas- 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@dawei9526 Customs roms can interfere with the warrenty , its better to try them on your S9 and see if it makes a huge speed difference , if it does then you can install a ROM on your other phone after the warrenty expires

    • @dawei9526
      @dawei9526 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@neggas- thank you

  • @jeraldjamesbiju
    @jeraldjamesbiju 2 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    I got to use this phone recently and mann, I just fell in love with it. Except for the fact that it only supports android 10 and a very low battery life, this phone is just amazing! The Design is the one that makes me love this device more...S9 was the last to have a great design from Samsung, I mean the newer ones are just.....too much(feels). I actually prefer the front bezels of this phone more than the hole punch in the newer ones.

  • @ChristopherLanham5
    @ChristopherLanham5 3 ปีที่แล้ว +33

    Loved my S9+. Trying to convince my cousin to get one! The battle of "old flagship vs new budget" aka good camera, bad battery VS bad camera, good battery 😂

    • @killertigergaming6762
      @killertigergaming6762 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Oh ok i would rather have good battery and a bad camera

  • @mohamedbellator9121
    @mohamedbellator9121 3 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    you didnt speak about DEX, that became wireless with the last update.
    amazing feature

    • @MubinNoor
      @MubinNoor 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Wait I can use Samsung DEX wirelessly on my S9?

    • @mohamedbellator9121
      @mohamedbellator9121 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@MubinNoor
      with the last update, you can, yes

  • @SubhamKarmakar24
    @SubhamKarmakar24 3 ปีที่แล้ว +23

    I love my coral blue S9! ❤️
    I use it as a secondary to my S20+ right now and I still love how beautiful it looks and how good it feels in the hands, and the amount of accessories it came with is mind boggling to even comprehend in 2021 😂

    • @jasimaneesahamed1033
      @jasimaneesahamed1033 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Am having a LILAC PURPLE S9 Plus, as a secondary, and its never let me down :)

    • @j.w.3750
      @j.w.3750 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I put aside my S20 ultra (soo heavy) and use my old S9 (with new battery) as my main prone.

    • @FancescaTanuki
      @FancescaTanuki 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      I have my gold s9 dual sim as daily driver

    • @preston8872
      @preston8872 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Sorry but going back to android since I don’t like apple and I’ve used android for like 8-10 years of my life and I’m in love with it so Buying a S10e or S10 or a S9 or S9+ or Galaxy Note 9 and giving my mom my iPhone se 2020

  • @tonysolino3131
    @tonysolino3131 3 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    This was spot on. I was issued a "reuse" S9 at work and it takes care of all my needs even with company apps. Well done.

  • @Ian-ty6zh
    @Ian-ty6zh 3 ปีที่แล้ว +19

    This is a type of video that I like reviewing old products whether it's still a good buy

  • @adamamal6737
    @adamamal6737 3 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    Oh boy this is the first video of your channel that got recommended to i am happy to see it. The review is so well put together and simplistic just like MKBHD, U deeeefinitely deserve a sub, let's get my guy to a 100K
    Ps:I am now binging on ur vids after work

  • @mikemckenna8647
    @mikemckenna8647 3 ปีที่แล้ว +12

    This phone also has a Blood Oxygen (and heartrate) sensor , under health->stress. They don't include this anymore and very few other smartphones if any have this. It's a great feature if you have this issue and want to track your blood Oxygen levels.

  • @tsmiles_
    @tsmiles_ 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Seems like a great idea for my daughter that I am just adding to my plan. Thanks for the info.

  • @user-sd5ko5so1v
    @user-sd5ko5so1v 3 ปีที่แล้ว +16

    I love this guy. Definitely deserves more subs. Keep it up mark!

  • @basky7246
    @basky7246 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I still use s8+.
    It's Awesome 👍

  • @navdeepsingh1291
    @navdeepsingh1291 3 ปีที่แล้ว +17

    This is crazy, but for the past few days, I was only looking for s9 reviews

  • @josephkariuki7123
    @josephkariuki7123 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I have a galaxy s9 and when I installed gcam on this thing it takes pictures to another whole level

  • @obidean3964
    @obidean3964 3 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    I still love the front design of this thing even though I have an S10 lol. Clean, no cutout screen with symmetrical bezels, design looks so sleek.
    Although I highly recommend who are looking to buy this S9, should stretch budget slightly more and get the S10 instead. I know I may be bias a bit because I own one 😅 but it makes a lot sense, hear me out.
    The best key advantage of S10 is it will still receive update until upcoming Android 12 ! Far cry from Android 9 max on S9 alongside monthly security updates. Next, the camera set is more up to date with 3 lenses built in including both telephoto and ultrawide which is to me the sweetest spot for amount of cameras anyone need in modern smartphone cameras nowadays. Then, all the other typical advancements like better display tech with Dynamic AMOLED, better performance with Snapdragon 855 + 8GB RAM and other niceties like reverse wireless charging, wireless Dex, HDR10+ etc. The best thing is S10 still got headphone jack, albeit the last Galaxy with one 😞 Rip jack
    Anyway hope this helps for anyone looking to buy the S9 or "old" flagship on budget, cheers 😁

  • @shankar4330
    @shankar4330 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Bought this back in 2019 when it was already 1 year old. Still rocking it in 2021 without any performance issues. It still feels like a flagship. Notif led and headphone jack are big bonus. I wouldnt think of an upgrade for at least 2-3 years. Battery has worn down a bit over these years but hey we can always swap out

  • @miguelcharles3199
    @miguelcharles3199 3 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    I paid to repair my s9 instead of getting a new phone love this phone 👌🏾

  • @gyanwire
    @gyanwire 3 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    This Ph was sooo close to the perfect balanced flagship, in fact in look & design or color choice like sky blue I could prefer today over S21 ultra.

  • @chaoSefat
    @chaoSefat 3 ปีที่แล้ว +20

    Commenting for the algorithm. Let’s get our man to 100k!

  • @mqmat9290
    @mqmat9290 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    This is one of the best Samsung imo. It was very simple, great looks

  • @lukedstaten
    @lukedstaten 3 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    First off great video! So I bought an S9 a few weeks ago as my first android device and I’ve gotta say I love the display the most, compared to my iPhone XR made the same year. However I noticed that the front facing camera is completely trash. I guess I wasn’t going in with any big expectations, but that is one unfortunate downside. But the display is definitely worth it. As an unbiased take, getting an S9 in 2021 is a great idea for a budget phone since the price decreased significantly since 2018 unlike iPhones which stay at the same price for years since they get continual updates. But other than that, I wasn’t too impressed with the battery life, but the fact there is unlimited customization of the UI it makes up for it. So as a cheap first android phone I’d say it was more than worth $200 without a doubt

  • @jorgexchapa7445
    @jorgexchapa7445 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Watching this from my 2019 S9❤ I would add that in the box came a usb c cable, a fast charge brick, and AKG earphones which deliver great audio, I still use them! And also it has wireless charging and NFC, pretty cool. I agree with this list, a recently changed the battery and now my phone feels optmimized😊

  • @Shaddad_Gomid
    @Shaddad_Gomid 3 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    I'm so glad that I've found this channel !!
    Man, your videos and reviews are great to watch.
    One of the best reviewers !!

  • @drakecarter1780
    @drakecarter1780 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    I've had my S9 since April 2018. Over three years now. Watching this video on my S9 actually. Still a powerhouse phone to this day with still great specs.

  • @saifulsaad_me
    @saifulsaad_me 3 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    Apart from software update,it's still great

    • @khaotictrash
      @khaotictrash 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      It’s an awesome and gorgeous phone, I hate the new Samsungs and the software update thing has always pissed me off

  • @lrckcrss
    @lrckcrss 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    By any chance can i still buy a brandnew Samsung S9 and where this 2022? Anyone thank you?

    • @growqueen
      @growqueen 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      I am going to get one. I have a S8 which has been great. I am getting mine from my local store. Depends on where you live. I am in the UK

  • @AndreiThankYou
    @AndreiThankYou 3 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    You should also do a video on the palm phone (super tiny phone) or the ZTE Axon M (sub 200 dollar dual screen phone) for this series! I think they’d both make interesting vids!

  • @elmckd2241
    @elmckd2241 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I use the Samsung galaxy S9+
    It's very very good 👌🔥🔥🔥

  • @Rahul_bhusan
    @Rahul_bhusan 3 ปีที่แล้ว +11

    I love these series 💖

  • @capt.Millenial
    @capt.Millenial 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    If you need a phone that is always connected to the charger, go ahead it will serve you fine. For me as businessman it can last max 4 hours screen on time whch is insufficient so I changed to Huawei P30 Pro

  • @DeepakBhakoo
    @DeepakBhakoo 3 ปีที่แล้ว +10

    4:58 this is the biggest issue with all the flagship (especially) phones of Samsung. They become very hot. The last iPhone that had the same issue was the 7.

    • @ts.exotics642
      @ts.exotics642 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      My 2xl doesn't get too bad

  • @CrystalKnote
    @CrystalKnote 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I still have an S9+ and an S21+, I recently installed a custom ported rom on my s9+ {one UI 3.1} called Noblerom

  • @SMITESHSURESH
    @SMITESHSURESH 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    I had a suggestion if you'd like to consider it, could you briefly
    show an average estimated cost of a battery replacement for every model you plan to cover, I feel like battery is generally the only thing really holding these great phones back from being perfectly usable daily drivers.

  • @CandyGirl44
    @CandyGirl44 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Still hanging onto my Note 9 - headphone jack, heartrate monitor, expandable storage. Think the only reason to upgrade to the S22 will be the camera. My hubby is hanging onto his S7 - doesn't like big phones😁😁

    • @jrod8574
      @jrod8574 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Nothing wrong with still using a 9 series phone in 2021. Or in 2023..

  • @vkohli17
    @vkohli17 3 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    I've got no comment apart from the usual "great video!", so just throwing this in for the algorithm :P

  • @phukyew14
    @phukyew14 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I still have the S9. I never upgraded to the 10 because of the giant black dot (camera) on the screen. Horrible design!

  • @DrSwoose
    @DrSwoose 3 ปีที่แล้ว +14

    This video makes me miss my S9. I upgraded to the S10+ last year after having my S9 for a year and a half but I still really miss the size, no notch, and the tube amp pro feature on the S9!

    • @CrystalKnote
      @CrystalKnote 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      OMG SAME!
      But it is the S9+ is miss so badly

    • @Mike-t5r9q
      @Mike-t5r9q 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      The S10+ is way better then the S9 stop lying to yourself lol

    • @Mike-t5r9q
      @Mike-t5r9q 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@CrystalKnote i can respect that. That's how i feel with my S10+ that's why i refused to upgrade anytime soon you become comfortable with your phone since its with you 24/7

  • @kishamunson1739
    @kishamunson1739 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Speak for yourself, I have an S21 and I seriously MISS the LED Notification light! A lot of people aren't happy with this change. I don't understand why they would get rid of it. On an Accessiblity standpoint, it is extremely helpful.

  • @seanpatrickperfecto7426
    @seanpatrickperfecto7426 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Yeah I'm still on my S9. Works as well as the day I bought it. :)

    • @joshuddin897
      @joshuddin897 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Watching it on my s9

    • @chase433
      @chase433 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Same

  • @shanevan413
    @shanevan413 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I loved the LED notification indicator, I was disappointed when I couldn't find it on the S10. Same with the way you could turn on the phone with the sensor on the bottom of the screen, which the S10 doesn't have. The end of the update lifecycle is unironically one of the selling points for me ('downgrading'). Software updates are becoming more and more draconian and seem to be shifting in favor of 'convenience' which usually means less privacy, and outright surveillance.

  • @jesba9708
    @jesba9708 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Please make a lava lamp review

  • @POLARISFPV
    @POLARISFPV 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Wait new phones don't have a notification led? S9 I'm never getting rid of you!😭

  • @straysheep5312
    @straysheep5312 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    I still come back to this phone even after switching to the Apple ecosystem. Been using it like an ipod/phablet instead. Still in amazing condition and the extra 256gb makes it a good storage device for my photos/videos!

  • @taylerbrukilacchio5906
    @taylerbrukilacchio5906 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I just got rid of my Samsung Galaxy S9+ to buy a OnePlus 9 Pro and it's not even a contest...the Galaxy S9+ had become so ridiculously slow running the latest android, that almost nothing could be done. My new phone charges over 4x faster (fastest of any smartphone), is infinitely more responsive and snappy, also has 120Hz refresh, reverse wireless charging to charge your accessories, screen bezel does not warp image on the sides, blacks so black I think my phone dies when the show I'm watching does a transition to black, AI frame interpolation to turn video content such as TH-cam into 120fps (looks beautiful), 5g enabled (data is around 3x faster down and up), oh and unbelievably impressive very-low-light camera performance, much closer focusing distance for close-up photography, blows S9+ out of the water in every conceivable way. All I'm missing out on is the heart rate monitor, but I know how to hold my finger to my neck to gauge that already so, yeah...I hard disagree with this video, respectfully.

  • @uraniumpotato573
    @uraniumpotato573 3 ปีที่แล้ว +12

    The great thing about iris scanner is that it works flawless even with the mask on😃😃

  •  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    The upper speaker of s9+ has a speaker problem. They solved the issue in an update by lowing the upper volume

  • @shashankrrathi
    @shashankrrathi 3 ปีที่แล้ว +10

    I have been using S9+ without a case since last 3 years now! This phone is a tank and I really love the design especially the fingerprint sensor at the back and curved display. Due to poor battery back-up and a recently cracked screen, I am now moving to S21+. Hope Samsung continues to amaze as always...

    • @b.neteru2040
      @b.neteru2040 ปีที่แล้ว

      Can this phone be unlocked with a normal pin code, rather than finger print and iris scanner?

  • @GetReadyHeISComingBack
    @GetReadyHeISComingBack 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Is 2022 and i still use my S9. When the screen broke i bought a replacement screen from Amazon and i fixed it myself by watching a TH-cam video. The battery still works perfectly and still charges to 100% no problem. Im not planning on changing my S9 anytime soon plus i talked to a technician about my S9 and he told me that it should still work for about 10 years or so, so don't worry about getting a new phone, just keep taking good care of it and it won't disappoint you. Oh and I'm still using the Original charger. 👍✌

  • @andro_gamer
    @andro_gamer 3 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    I've used this phone for 2 years and i would say it was the perfect phone or at least the perfect samsung phone. It checks all the boxes. The battery wasn't a problem as well because u get used to it. Now I'm on my s20 but i do miss some useful features from my s9. Like a headphone jack ofcs, iris scanner and the 3d home button.

  • @abutamim2342
    @abutamim2342 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    For me i think Samsung Galaxy S10+ is great
    If you can find a used one in good condition or even new
    or just simply pick S20 FE 5G cost more but that phone is amazing yes sadly you lose headphone jack.

  • @BlackHazama
    @BlackHazama 3 ปีที่แล้ว +25

    Such a fantastic series! Thanks for the quality content Mark! Can't wait for you to get to 1M subs 🔥

  • @sohaikia_lee
    @sohaikia_lee 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I dare to say right, that the Galaxy S9 might be even better or the best than the iPhone 11, 12 and even 13.

  • @rahulpanchal6672
    @rahulpanchal6672 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    At 1:50 playing my favourite song made me feel more delighted as the review is beautiful as always! ❤️

  • @razgrizraven
    @razgrizraven 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I still use my Coral Blue S9+ today. I have no reason really to upgrade further.

  • @babagandu
    @babagandu 3 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    Only downside is the updates :(
    I'm in love with my Note 9, but sadly no updates :(

  • @Electronic2wheels
    @Electronic2wheels 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I'm watching the video on my S9. This phone is awesome 👌

  • @ResidentRocker
    @ResidentRocker 3 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    Hey mark, ive been watching you since you have been starting your channel. Glad people noticed you. And your content has been constantly improving. Best regards! Well deserved.👏👏👏

    • @MarkSpurrell
      @MarkSpurrell  3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thank you for the kind words!

  • @alfsid5610
    @alfsid5610 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Still living my S9+ after 4 years but no software update anymore. The screen , sound, iris scanner and camera all are functional. Battery getting down holding less charge.

  • @MarkBitsnBytes
    @MarkBitsnBytes 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    I’m liking this series!

  • @gabrielp886
    @gabrielp886 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    You are right, I have my s9+ since 2018, and still working fine good camera and all day long batery, why should I change it?

  • @domd5928
    @domd5928 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Hey Mark great video , I would like to see the samsung Note 9 for a future video if possible 😀

  • @sudipregmi5652
    @sudipregmi5652 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    All good battery..isn't impressive 🤔and also software becoming old in future...

  • @Nova3482
    @Nova3482 3 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    I need Mark to start one of these by saying "it's Rewind Time"

  • @rarinkaz
    @rarinkaz 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    At the time I was using the pitifully ugly iphone 6 while my friend at work had this phone Samsung Galaxy S9, made me so jealous! Stunning like a fine piece of jewelry! I have since upgraded to Samsung S10e 256gb with 5.8" Oled screen and micro SD card with 512gb...Luv it so much, wouldn't trade it for anything! And yes I still use my headphone jack everyday even now in 2021!

  • @Wonsdloc
    @Wonsdloc 3 ปีที่แล้ว +9

    Still rocking my S9 since it came out. The clarity of the display and sd option has kept me from upgrading. Still works fairly quick and never had any issues.

    • @xingxiajing1440
      @xingxiajing1440 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Better than iPhone 😫😆😆same here 2018

  • @Maynza
    @Maynza 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    The Samsung s9 was an awful phone. Never got into it, almost had it for 3 years now. Endless things wrong with it. Really miss the reliable, great performance from an iPhone

  • @naseemmirza4139
    @naseemmirza4139 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Watching this video in my 2 yrs old S9 🙂... It's such a cute and handy phone with lots of features...☺

  • @spartan8390
    @spartan8390 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I miss mine. Being able to turn off Bixby was great.

  • @johnleonard905
    @johnleonard905 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Hey guys, I'm looking for suggestions. Should I choose this Samsung S9 or an IPhone 6s?

  • @joshgeurink2131
    @joshgeurink2131 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    If you want to buy an old Samsung I would go for the s10 because it also has a headphone jack and expandable storage while also still having far more software updates ahead of it

  • @neeum7578
    @neeum7578 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Still using my s9 plus today. Everything works 100%