I recently bought the Iphone 14 pro max but I have the S22 ultra 512gb. The S22 ultra performs well enough for me to keep it and not upgrade to the S23 ultra.
@@bigdrews4360 Right now the iphone is definitely my main daily driver but apple is new to me and my wife and daughter are iphone users. So I feel more compelled to keep the 14 pro max in my pocket for imessage, facetime, and find my features. Also I have and am in love with the apple watch 8. But the feature set on my S22 is unmatched, still use it everyday.
My last iphone was the 12 Pro Max, I then went to the Note 20 Ultra and now the S23 Ultra. While they are all amazing smartphones I was just sick and tired of the Apple platform and wanted a change. For those that have been away from Android for years the platform is rock solid stable vs the early years. I made the switch because I felt like a zombie cult member on the iPhone and needed to break free. I didn't want the same phone everyone in the world had. Both are amazing phones, I just wanted to experience something different for a while. Upgrading to the latest iPhone year after year became a weird feeling like just going to the cult member's office to receive my injection and stamp of approval for the new year. I also love the Samsung trade in deals as I was given $600 credit for my Note 20 Ultra meaning I got the S23 Ultra for $600 and change 😄
The S-pen may seem like a gimmick to some , but as someone who's been relegated to self taping for auditions, being able to use the s-pen as a remote in that situation (as well as a number of other photography circumstances) , taking notes ,and even having access to what seems like an infinite coloring book, means that it genuinely adds to the functionality and enjoyability of the device. I'll never get another phone without it.
RIGHT! So many things I use it for.. it's so useful to me that it's the one main reason why I can't use any other phone period!.. not even the s23 plus.. also reason why I didn't upgrade my note to the s21u... I'd be very very frustrated if they take it away
I had an iPhone for 2 years then switched to the S23 Ultra a couple of weeks ago. The best way I can sum it up is that the iPhone is... a phone. Whereas I view the S23 Ultra more of a tablet / mini-laptop. Just the fact that it has a normal file system and you can plug a normal external USB-C drive into it to transfer files makes it more or a laptop alone. Love the S-Pen. I use it every time I'm going to be using the phone for more than a few minutes. Again, it acts more like a mouse - again, very laptop-esq. Cameras are top-notch. Display is second to none. So far, I just can't fault it. Really glad I made the switch. Edit: Did I mention the multi-tasking capabilities? Y'know.. like a laptop.
Have you noticed any improvements with the shutter lag when taking photos? Thank you for your input! Looking to trade my pixel 7 pro in. The battery is abysmal :(
@@brandondo3180 To be honest I'm more of a video guy than photo. I do take photos with it and so far haven't had any problems with them. I've been very impressed with the quality, but honestly, I'm just a point-and-shoot kinda guy so probably not the best person to ask about anything too technical. All I can say is they look great on normal basic settings and I haven't noticed any issues with the shutter.
I recently got a s23ultra like 2 weeks ago, came from an iphone 12, loving the samsung right now, just love how quick and snappy it is, forgot to mention the cameras and battery!
The battery was reason number one in the beginning of the video. He said you can get 3 days and 22 hours on a single charge with light usage. I guess using the power saving mode.
Most people say that s pen is a gimmick however for some people it is useful. I use it quite often for photo editing. I think it depends on the usage but calling it a gimmick is not correct.
I think both are equally great! The only reason i preferred the iphone 14 pro (non max) was i don't like big phones personally, and i wanted Samsung to put all the extra features in a smaller device, like a Samsung s23 pro. I use an s10 now tho and i like the size
@@chandraprabhaghosh1133 It's significantly worse than the ultra in every way. The iPhone pro and pro max are similar. That's the point op was trying to make that you somehow ignored.
I have the 23 Ultra, but I am so tempted to reactivate my 14 Pro because I don't know how many times I have almost dropped my 23 Ultra. It's just too big, I was thinking of just using the 23 Ultra when I'm at home on Wi-Fi to watch content and the 14 pro when I'm out and I need an actual phone. I don't know what to do though..
The iPhone 15, there really won’t be that many changes. The bad thing is TH-cam influencers will act like it is super wonderful. Yes, I am heavily into the Apple ecosystem. Yes, I like my phone but it’s boring.
It will get a periscope camera and 3nm chip and some minor design changes, so it will not be a massive upgrade over the 14PM. Then again, as a Galaxy S Ultra user since the S20U, that has had even fewer changes versus the iPhone Pros in that period.
The thing about the TH-cam tech influencers is their access to Apple events. If they say anything negative about an iPhone, Apple will demand a retraction (as what happened to one influencer) or lose access to Apple events and early access to devices permanently. That’s why the big name influencers will never say a bad thing about Apple.
I'm now out of Apple ecosystem and all in With Android coming from the iphone 13 pro max and apple watch ultra. No regrets at all. Great phone the 23 ultra, the watch is great galaxy pro 5 and the s8 tablet works well together. the red coral or whatever color it is is stunning.....Kick rocks Apple 🤪
I agree with everything you said, I left apple after 10 years, came from the 14 pro max and got the s23 ultra, and haven't looked back. You're right, apple has became stale, from design to OS.
Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra is technically far ahead of anything that's available in the market today. As someone who owns both S23 Ultra and iPhone 13 pro, I certainly appreciate how much the Ultra makes my life easier especially at work with its unique capabilities like Dex and S pen. Its smooth, fast and leaves no stones unturned. The experience is just unparalleled.
I have had iphones from the start but have now got the S23 Ultra and it blows the iPhone away. Like you I was bored of the iPhone always looking the same. The customisation on the s23 Ultra is limitless and the whole experience is way better than iphone.
I agree with everything you said here. I have a 13 pro max as well as S23 untra. I'll sum it up like this, If you have the courage to abandon iMessage and facetime then you will be pleasantly surprised by the S23 ultra. It's more fun to use in almost every way. There is a few weeeks learning curve but once that passes it just clicks. Using my 13pmax vs s23 ultra is like driving a Honda Accord vs a Porsche..seriously thats how it feels. Iphone just feels so stale nowadays and not feeling very confident that the 15 pro is going to dazzle either tbh and iOS 17 meh...
I own both s23u and iPhone 14 pro. All I know is I like the s23u camera color saturation and battery life more. But, as you say, the screen on the s23u blows away everything. If you learn to use the s-pen, then that's another differentiator. Both are great phones (and I'm a Pixel fan).
Hi! I'm thinking of buying the S23U because of their promo. Just wanted your opinion since you got both - which is better for you (excluding ecosystem)? I saw reviews that S23U battery is insane! I'm super tempted to buy it because of the battery. Based on your experience, S23U battery is better than 14PM? Thank you!!
@@fritzeong It’s hard to ignore the ecosystem. However, if you exclude that, the s23u IMHO is a much better device. Screen, battery and camera. The one thing I can’t answer is how will OneUI hold up in year 2,3…
@@eriktred Thanks for your reply! I currently don't use any apple or samsung laptops, tablets, etc., so I'm not that particular or restricted to any ecosystem at the moment. Many of my friends are iphone users and keep wanting to make me buy iphone 14PM, but I am really hooked to S23U seeing the reviews haha. I wanted to know inputs from anyone that has both phones to know how each stack up to the other in their experience. Anyway I'm about 90% leaning on buying the S23U haha so excited! 🤩
@@fritzeong trust ne buy s23 ultra because i think its better to have all these features even if you wont use it just in case. And at the end its better to have them than dont have it at all
I love my S23 Ultra. But it's still my backup phone for a few reasons. (My iPhone 12 Pro is the primary) 1. Apple Ecosystem. Seamlessly works with my MacBook, watch, iPad, etc. 2. iMessage 3. Better corporate security (yes, it's a business phone, and Apple's security is 2nd to none. 4. App quality (as you mentioned) 5. Apple's health apps (and integration with the watch) .. Samsung used to own this back in the day. 6. I actually like the notifications better on iOS. The screen lights up and you can see what you are being notified about. On my S23, it vibrates or beeps and I have to go figure out what the notification was. Very confusing. On the Samsung side (and why I keep it and love it) 1. Camera blows my iPhone away. (Especially for videos). My biggest challenge is to store the videos into Apple Photos on my Mac after. 2. s-pen ... I use this quite a bit. 3. Display ... reading emails, browsing, it's hard to look at the iPhone after using the S23. In short, I sort of use the S23 as more of a mini-tablet for my own use, and my iPhone for my work related stuff.
Good comparison review! You'll get to love the S-pen when you find out what it can do besides writing! Yes, the S23 Ultra is a far superior phone. I've had every Samsung Note since inception.
Agree with everything you said there, Mark. The iPhone is kinda stale and the S23 looks fantastic, but I am completely locked into Apple; my whole family is as well, and I just couldn't face switching over from Apple Apps to Google ones, too much ball ache (there's nothing wrong with the Google apps, I just don't want to re-learn everything). So I won't be swapping anytime soon.
I recently upgraded my phone because it was about due. I ended up coming away from iPhone and getting a Pixel 7 Pro. It was cheaper for pretty much equal specs for my personal needs. I did make a visit to my local Apple store to have a play with the newer iPhones and phones and found them totally unispiring, it felt like the same old in a slightly different case for more money. It just dosen't feel as though Apple are innovating and are relying wholy on people blindly upgrading and believeing the marketing hype. Don't get me wrong, I like Apple products, I'm currently running a Mac Mini M1 as my daily desktop and am looking to invest in a MacBook Pro, however it does feel as though the way has been slightly lost on the iPhone and a serious shake up is needed to prevent it from going completly stale.
You don’t really know you need the s pen until you tried it. Writing directly on your phone screen (without unlock) is handy and quicker than login your phone and choose the note app to type it. Note 10 + user.
I use Google Assistant for notes. All searchable and typed; my handwriting sucks, especially with the small s-pen. I just ask it to take a note and speak it. Though this is on a Pixel 7P.
As a daily driver of the iPhone 14 Pro Max (in Deep Purple), it's still my favourite because of the ecosystem. However, I consider the Samsung S23 Ultra if I'm getting an Android phone. I have to disagree about the Deep Purple colour on the iPhone 14 Pro. It looks great and it's different than the usual black/gold/silver option. The only criticism I have is that I wish it had a brighter shade of purple but still maintain the metallic finish
Yes. I found the S23U is an all round better device than the iPhone. Both the overall style and OS of the iPhone has become stale. Coming from the 13PM.
I'm stuck in the Apple ecosystem b/c my entire family has iPhones. Small things really annoy me with iOS, like not having numbers above the native keyboard. I do a lot of technical communication, and this is very maddening. And not having a consistent "backup" or "home" button is annoying. Apple makes your fingers jump all over the phone (up/down/up) to do simple navigation tasks. I just wish they would listen to their customers and provide a bit more customization options. Having said that, it's a nice quality phone and it integrates seamlessly with all my other Apple products, so I'll never change.
I have been getting enticing notifications from my carrier to trade in my S20 Ultra for the S23 Ultra. Not much incentive for me to start paying monthly for a phone that I don’t think adds that much more excitement into my life (whether Samsung or Apple). I like a larger screen because of my age and clunky finger. Thanks for your opinion.
My new colleague also has S23 Ultra, but due to weather events since January, I still use my S10+ as my daily driver. I've been too busy to set the new phone properly. That said: He told me that he never needs to borrow my charger, and I have to put mine on power saving mode even on standby. As for price? I stopped caring partly due to my job. I bought S10+ on layby through my carrier in 2020. When 3.5mm jack and expandable memory went away, I just need to weight up whether I just go for the 1TB storage now that there's finally NO Exynos & Mali GPU variant.
Just switched back to iPhone after a few weeks with the s23 ultra. I loved the phone and diversity of the camera’s. but the pictures are too processed. Its better then a few years ago but iPhone still has the most natural looks on photos. Funny thing that I noticed is that when you takes pictures of a sunset the colours are everything expect vivid on the s23.
The best way i can describe the difference between apple and Android is Apple tells you what you can do but you tell an Android what to do. What i mean by that is, Androids have very little limitations. You can make your phone as unique as you want, different icons, sure, 12 scrollable screens of widgets, go for it, want to make it look like an i phone, sure, want it to look like a desktop, go for it. Aside from the asthetics the S23 is packed with features. The camera is really the best one on the market, and once you turn it on "pro mode" you can take any kind of photos you like, super realistic or bright and vivid. The 100x zoom is not as gimicky as people say, it actually works. It's super fast, the new dolby mode makes anything you Bluetooth to sound much better. All in all it is not only the best Samsung phone ever made, it is the best phone ever made.
I switch to the S23 Ultra from iPhone 14 pro max only lasted 3 weeks before I realized I’m just too heavily invested in iPhone ecosystem maybe if I wasn’t too invested I would have stayed with it….didn’t have no problems with it battery was way better , display was awesome, and also like the fast charging
I own both the s23 ultra and iPhone 14 pro(non max) and I agree this year Samsung made the better phone. As a Apple Guy this statement is not made lightly. I have a z flip 4 and z fold 4 as well (all for work reasons) and have been highly impressed with Samsungs willingness to innovate.
The only advantage the iPhone has is the ecosystem, that’s a pretty big advantage. I’ve tried 2 different galaxy phones in the past and I returned them both within a week. Android is still too fragmented, Samsung phones don’t hold their value near as well as an iPhone, and I could care less about the customization options. I wouldn’t waste my time with another Android phone. It might be “better,” but it’s not worth the trade offs for me.
Samsung flagships have actually been holding their value better than iphones for the last 3 years. I got a deal on an S22 Ultra last August for $680. I traded it in March for an S23 ultra, and Samsung gave me $700 for it. That's $20 more than I paid for it. And as far as the ecosystem goes, Samsung has everything in their ecosystem that Apple has, as well as refrigerators, washing machines, and tvs.
You said the most important thing to me rigbt now..I am trying to decide to go bsck to apple or upgrade my samsung because i forgot to purchase insurance and have crakced my screen A SECOND time, it costs $300 to fix 😢. I owe $550 . SAMSUNG will take my cracked screen as a trade in for $450. That is a prety good deal Imo . Plus i get a discount for being a student, plus they go on sale often
Mark, A to your initial Q. Yes you're right. The s23 Ultra beats the 14 Pro Max...for all the reasons you so succinctly say. This vid is spot-on on the differences; as a 14 Pro Max user, I recently tried the s23 Ultra and was blown away. Extra points: Weight - the iPhone weighs a ton compared to the s23 Ultra; Apps - I'm a big Google Apps user and these Apps are better on Android (as you'd hope/expect) so your comment about Apps Dev and iOS doesn't really stand-up tbh; Watch - I've also tried the Watch 5 Pro and it's as good as the Watch 8 and with better battery life imo (at a lower price point than the Apple Watch). Can you please do a Review/Test of the new Watch 6 (Pro) when it launches? When it comes to 'ecosystem' it's the Watch aspect which can tie you in. That said, Samsung gave a £100 trade-in on any working smart watch eg my 5 year old Garmin. I think the biggest thing in Apple's favour is the 'What you never had you never missed'. If more iPhone users tried a OneUI Samsung phone, especially the S23 Ultra, they'd struggle to go back tbh. When are you going to do a S8 Ultra tablet Review v iPad Pro Review? Keep up the great 'plain English' Reviews - always a good watch!
I've just purchased S23ultra in sky blue 512gb for 500.00 with trade insane deal battery is phenomenal only had it for 1 week pays to wait few months after launch
I have owned iPhones since day one,right up till last year. I had two breaks when I owned Samsung Notes. When they stopped them, I returned back to the iPhone 13 pro max. I’m S Pen for me and others is a must. Recently diagnosed with Parkinson’s, the S pen is great for handwriting recognition (as is an iPad mini with Apple Pencil). But I can’t take an iPad mini everywhere. Google’s eco system is imo better, it works on Android and apple hardware. Apples software doesn’t work on Android apart from Apple Music. It makes sense to use an eco system that works on either hardware.
I have S23U and an iPhone. I love the software features on Samsung phone but don't like two stores and two applications for same thing. S pen is a great feature and makes phone much more flexible. Cinematic video is on iPhone better and icons look much better. If samsung get rid of double apps and make icons better and video recording more attractive, then it will become unbeatable.
You're wrong about the stylus. Jobs talked about the user interface. about activating functions, switching applications, viewing photos. He didn't say anything about writing or drawing with a stylus.
Surely it better for ppl as me, who really need samsung spen and install apps outside the chplay store and freedom to work with windows 11. For other ppl as my younger brother, no matter what you say, they always still choose iphone. No perfect phone exists yet, however I choose the freedom than limit myself with boring ios.
I agree with everything in the video. I am way to “welded” into the Apple eco system as well. I’m bored with the iPhone as well. However, I have an Apple Watch , iPad Pro , Apple TV, ect. The one think I hate about the iPhone is the weight of the pro phones. The Samsung aluminum build feel better in the hand. How is the experience of the s23+? I use to have a pro max size phone and I don’t want to go back to dealing with a brick in my pocket.
You're right about developers focusing on the iPhone. There are certain apps only on the iPhone, and then there are others that just work way better on the iPhone (including Facebook). I often think its the iPhone being better at RAM management...
I prefer a small phone hence I still use my iphone 13 mini and have not found an equal to it in the same size factor. Great video Mark, as always keep em coming !
Am 67 and I KNOW my tech... Been a Android user all my life, OR since they all came out?! I have the S22 Ultra, but recently ordered an Apple IPhone 14 Pro Max. I like the hardware on Apple more, but the UI on the top end Androids, like Samsung just seems to be much more customizable. Just simpler to use, so I regretably sent the Apple back... I love your reviews, good stuff!
S23 ultra don't support 4k dex over usb c to hdmi cable Thought I would leave this out here in case any1 wanting to know this, just got the new s23 ultra a day back, was plugging it in to my pc monitor to watch a movie and view some holiday pictures using usb c to hdmi cable and the maximum resolution option on dex settings is 1080p. This is very surprising to me because my old note 20 ultra supports 4k on the exact same simple setup (usb c to hdmi cable).All Huawei models support HDMI also. Edit: Found out the new Samsung Galaxy all of them doesn't support this anymore
The way to take a sharp picture of a moving object like children or animals that can move suddenly is in the camera app to press one of the volume buttons and the phone will take a bunch of pictures at once and all the pictures will be in the same place in the gallery (something like a photo folder in the camera album) and you can choose the one you like and delete everything else and by the way just switch to the Galaxy Watch, Galaxy Buds and also Galaxy Book or any other Windows laptop or even Chromebook and maybe also Galaxy Tab if you are looking for a tablet to get the full ecosystem experience
After dozens of videos, I've come to the conclusion that it's not just your accent, but also the fiber, the color, the texture, the "timbre" of your voice that makes you so pleasant to listen to.
I am evaluating moving to s23u from the whole Apple ecosystem and not just iPhone. I worry there is a lot to move over from, like Apple Card, parental options to manage my son’s iPad, find my etc. what are your thoughts
Switched to s23u, was fully apple. Watch ipad phone. Family plan. Just changing to Google apps saved all the "eco system" bs. Google photos is great. The Google phone app is amazing. I could write a whole review about what apps made this as easy as possible... Who needs facetime or I message... Pros out weigh the cons here x10
been using an iphone since the iphone 6. bit the bullet and made the switch from the iphone 13 pro max to the Samsung s23 ultra and I am not looking back, have sold my iphone and apple watch. really prefer Samsung and android than an iphone now
Neither the iPhone or the S23 entice me when the Sony Xperia 1V is on the way. A headphone Jack, expansion card slot, a sim slot, and a much better camera system.
Always tempted to go back to Apple, it's been 8 years, but nah, been using Galxy's for years, currently on the S23+. Spam call detection works great out of the box, as does sms junk filtering, THEMES which can replace all the icons with nicer and much SMALLER ones.
I've mainly been using the iPhone since the 6 Plus but yeah, it is becoming stale. Sometimes it feels like it's just the design that is changing. I'm on the 13 Pro Max now and if it wasn't for the 5x optical zoom on the 15 Pro Max then I would think that they're basically the same. I have a Pixel 7 Pro that I use sometimes when I feel like taking a break from iOS, but I'm thinking of getting the S23 Ultra for the 10x optical zoom.
The Ultra wins in almost all I agree but for daily use I still go with iOS , just my preference, why, because everything seems a little more …polished. And I’m saying this after trying Android many times on Samsung Xiaomi Realme and HTC (way back)
I've sold my 14 Pro after I used my S23 U for 4 weeks side by side with the 14 pro. The good thing, I'm not stuck in a ecosystem. The 14 pro is a great device, but soooo boring to use, camera is boring to use, iOS (even the apps are more optimized) is boring to use, the device is sharp from the edges and not pleasing to use in hand, even it feels premium from the materials. Apple needs to step up their game to convince me again. Without the apple watches, they would have lost even more ground for sure.
I thought about switching phones and going to the android but then I realized I don’t even use my phone like that anymore and when I get home I mostly use my Mac and iPad for internet and texting. I feel like phone have peaked for me and don’t excite me like they use to. I watch videos on the camera and performance then I notice that I take basic photos and when I am on my phone just basic apps/web browsing
It's like he said in the video, iPhone has become stale. If you knew what Android phones could do, you wouldn't feel like tossing it in the corner when you got home. 🎉😊🎉
@@marian8757 As he said, if you have a tablet or laptop at home, you 100% will use those as they are larger and do more. I am similar, the phone is now just for going outside, and as I WFH, I mainly use an iPad Pro and MB Pro. Why would I use a 6-inch phone when I have much better devices any way that I need for work?
@@andyH_England He did not say if I have a laptop or tablet, he said he prefers to use his laptop or tablet over his stale iPhone. I do have a laptop and a tablet both within 3 feet of where I'm sitting now, and a computer hooked up to my 75 in. TV right across the room which I have a keyboard in front of me and a mouse to control that. But I'm doing this on my Galaxy S23 Ultra. So don't sit there and tell me what I would 100% do. You have no idea what I, or many other people, would do, just because you're bored with your phone and don't want to use it. You are like the rest of those fan boys. Talking about the S Pen is a gimmick, and nobody uses the S Pen. No, you're wrong. I used the S Pen, and I see lots of other people commenting that they used the S Pen. You know who doesn't use the S Pen? iPhone users don't. That's because they don't have 1.🫢
@@marian8757 You can use your S23U with other devices nearby, but that does not mean it is the best choice. For the sake of my eyes, I prefer larger devices. Also, the S23U has the worst PWM dimming of all flagships, and I notice that, so using devices that have better dimming does not tire my eyes as much as Samsung phones. The final word on the s-pen; if it was such a fantastic feature, then all smartphones would copy it. That is the general theme, copying significant features. LG was the only flagship brand that did that, and they went bust.
Nice video Mark! Is now the S23 your daily? Did you escape the ecosystem entirely and is it worth just because of the customisation options, multitasking and some more battery life? I understand the urge and feeling the need for a change but is it really worth it? Ive had the surface duo 2 as a secondary phone for the true multitasking experience and i find myself needing to change from an iPhne to an s23 ultra as a daily just for true multitasking "availability" at any time. But escaping means Android+WatchOS+Windows and bla bla so, should it happen or not? How many times i need to multitask or use a pen when not carrying a macbook or an ipad? What happens when the needs of change goes off as soon as you buy the phone (s23 ultra).... Maybe appreciating what we have already been given is better? 😂....sounded like im preaching
I actually have to update my phone this year, and right now this minute I’d choose the S23 ultra over iPhone 14 pro… but I’m just waiting to see the iPhone 15😂😂
Have to admit,the S23U does look better but I am just too tied in to the Apple ecosystem with all my other Apple products to change.Also,I would miss my Apple Watch too much.
Sigh. Oh, iPhone... Yeah, the lack of home screen layout control is disappointing. Widgets help, but they're not a complete solution. The Settings app is a complete discombobulated scattering of settings shoehorned in unintuitive locations that make configuring them so difficult that I just leave them as they are and live with it. The Notifications seem so overwhelming that they're nearly useless, but I leave them on cuz 1 out of 50 is important ... if I notice it. But, like you, I'm "welded" to the Apple eco-system which makes many of my workflows seamless across all my devices. And for all the iPhone criticisms I just shared, there are so many more aspects that I love.
Battery for my s23 ultra gets me through a day easy but anyone who says they can get a day & a half or more of a full charge I call bs or they don't use the phone at all because I take my s23 ultra off charge around 5:30am & by 9-10pm I have about 30 or so percent left so have to put it on the charger
If you are an S-pen user, then you have zero choices; you will live and die carrying a Galaxy Ultra. I try different phones and have used many in the last decade, I can say that brand fans will brag and throw kisses at their choice, but they all have pros and cons, and when distilled, there is no outright best smartphone. They are now very similar in everything apart from niche uses like the s-pen.
Would love to switch to the 23 Ultra. BUT... the eco system. with two teenage daughter and my wife who have iphones, the Find My app and iMessages are indispensable. Plus, my apple watch, airtags, ipods, ipad pro, ipad mini, and Mac Mini.
I have been an iPhone user for the last 3 years. I had the iphone 14 pro max. Sold it and I'm definitely not a fan or only having esim. Bought the Pixel 7 Pro. I love the Pixel, all my family and extended family are iPhones. So I am the black sheep and things are definitely not smooth transitions from Apple. 😂
I started off this year with the iPhone 14 pro max. In February, I switched to the S23 Ultra, but in May I have returned to the iPhone 14 pro max. The S23 Ultra is a super phone, and yes, the battery lasts a whole lot longer than the iPhone. However, the iPhone has the better camera, and not just for moving subjects. The iPhone makes a far better job of lighting conditions in daylight. Clouds, sunlight reflecting of surfaces, sunrise and sunset shots are all a country mile better than the S23 Ultra. Then there’s the Apple Watch Ultra. This watch is just too good to live without. If the Samsung did a better job of processing photos, and they had a genuine contender to the Apple Watch Ultra, I’d seriously consider changing, but for now the iPhone is still (just) better for me.
Hi, I want buy Samsung Galaxy S23 ultra and Apple MacBook Pro M2. Will it work? The combo? Kindly advise. If not, which laptop should I buy for editing. Thank you in advance.
I like both phones. As you say...they are boring. The 14 is just an over-large version version of my delightful 13 Mini. The S23 is a REAL faff to put custom ROMs upon. Looking forward to your thoughts on the PIxel 7a, BTW. When the 7a was announced and its features and price given, I shrugged and bought a Pixal 6a for $300. The fact that even a berk such as I could shove Graphene OS on it and "de-Google" it was the draw. Now? I'm playing with the Pixel...whilst my faithful 6S and 13 Mini...sit in a drawer. Aloha!
I’ve been apart of the Apple iPhone ecosystem since the iPhone 4 came out which was 10 iPhones ago. I’ve had the iPhone 4, iPhone 5S, iPhone 7 Plus, iPhone 10/X, and the iPhone 12 Pro Max. However the Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra is the very first Samsung Galaxy I can honestly say blows every previous iPhone out of the water with ease and it’s so enticing that I’m finally convinced to leave Apple for Samsung. The phones design, QHD AMOLED 120Hz display, processor, quad cameras, screen resolution, S-Pen etc. all make it an easy choice for me when comparing to the iPhone 14 Pro Max so Samsung it is.
Biggest reason I'm trading my S21 Ultra in for the S23 Ultra is the damn price. It's amazing. They are giving me $600 for my 3 year old phone and $200 off for 512 Gig of storage! That's ridiculous. I can't think Pixel. I can't imagine switching to the Apple eco$y$tem at this point because of price. 5:04
S-Pen Gimmicky? Im picking up some typical IPhone ignorance. I use an IPhone at work but always wish I had my "gimmicky" S23 Ultra instead because the IPhone is NOT engineered for productivity . I enjoy "tweaking" the settings on my device to suit me. I always feel the IPhone is trying to make me conform so Im always on the verge of throwing it when I have to use it. Just using the simplest task of making calls and texting from the recents menu is such a chore and unintuitive.... and I think it is funny how you switch to Samsung but low key make jabs at the s23 functionality....go back to IPhone.
This guy is supposed to be some kind of tech reviewer and doesn't even know Samsung released the update that fixed the shutter problem over a month ago. 🤔
@@marian8757 I have the S23U and even if you reduce the quality for a faster shutter it still blurs the capture in low light. You cannot rely on it but a new update is due soon. Hopefully Samsung will fix it then?
@@andyH_England I don't have any problems with my S23 Ultra. Any camera will blur fast-moving objects in low light. That's what pro mode is for. If you know how to use the camera and adjust it accordingly, you can get a great shot in any lighting situation.
When I watch these types of videos I notice that these Apple fans want to make the switch but the Apple ecosystem is stopping them and they don't want to leave the Apple ecosystem.
I have the S21FE now and it's totally an OK phone, but I want more nits! (800 sucks in the summer) and perhaps a bit better cameras for our long holiday this summer. Got my wifa a S22Ultra for christmas. Personally I think it's a tiny bit too big mut mostly a little heavy so I thought about the S23 but I know I wont make it a full day because of the smaller battery, then thought about the S23+ and thats kind of the sweet spot BUT got a really good deal with the Ultra with a free Watch 5 pro lte watcha and a wireless charger as well + a good trade in on my old S21FE, SO, now I'm waiting on my Ultra, watching Ultra reviews and tips & trix videos :) BTW have been thinking to get my first Iphone ever but it's kind of impossible to get a good deal on a 256gb pro max, the plus just got to little nits and only 2 cameras as well.. Perhaps in the near future when it also got usb C.. But Samsung, it's really time to ditch curved screens!!
I totally agree with your review. The Samsung s23 Ultra. I have always owned Samsung products. It is superior to the iPhone. The iPhone has not made major changes for a long time. The iPhone is stale as you said
been with apple for years. I switched to the galaxy - getting use to the samsung is bit of a challenge but over all like it better than the iphone. there is no wow factors on the apple anymore. it is just dated. the apple echo system - not a deciding factor.
Is anyone here using the samsung (or any android phone) while having a mac/ipad? And does it work well for you? I'm seriously considering the s23 ultra and i'm not all too invested in the apple ecosystem but i don't want it to be a hassle where the are too many workarounds to get it to work
this phone has major color banding/ dithering issues. I got mine and it's terrible, especially in dark mode. You can clearly see it on the default wallpaper by swiping up to access your apps screen
It's really simple thing. The only thing iPhone is better is Social Media optimization. This is gamechanger. If Android don't match quality of Facebook and Instagram people will prefer iPhones.
The s23 ultra is truly an epic phone, battery and screen are insanely good. I've always been an android person but I also have an iPhone and I appreciate the simplicity of the apple software experience
I have had only 1 iphone 13 years ago i did enjoy it for like 6 months but i got bored of it real quick.switched to the note when it came out and never left the note series. My note 10 just took a dump and got the ultra 23 it just works well all around . it's funny my apple friend swears ny Apple and we go back and forth weekly.
Hi. Was wondering if the S-pen feature allows one to run one note, and use the writing feature, while connected to a computer. Ie., show what I write on the screen while creating educational videos. Similar to iPad.
But no dual GPS "Unlike the iPhone 14 Pro Max, the Galaxy S23 Ultra doesn't support dual-band GPS. It runs a single GPS band, which is fine for most things, but the additional band helps the iPhone navigate better in dense urban environments and forests" '
I have them both and ill say the s23u is the better phone imo especially overall it just does more stuff for the money the ecosystem is just as good i got the buds and galaxy tab and they work very well together i wish Samsung would make a ultra watch although the watch 5 is good its definitely no apple watch
Which one would you pick, and why?
Samsung for better pictures
I recently bought the Iphone 14 pro max but I have the S22 ultra 512gb. The S22 ultra performs well enough for me to keep it and not upgrade to the S23 ultra.
Which of the two do u prefer as main device? iPhone 14 pro max or s22 ultra
I love my Note.
@@bigdrews4360 Right now the iphone is definitely my main daily driver but apple is new to me and my wife and daughter are iphone users. So I feel more compelled to keep the 14 pro max in my pocket for imessage, facetime, and find my features. Also I have and am in love with the apple watch 8. But the feature set on my S22 is unmatched, still use it everyday.
My last iphone was the 12 Pro Max, I then went to the Note 20 Ultra and now the S23 Ultra. While they are all amazing smartphones I was just sick and tired of the Apple platform and wanted a change. For those that have been away from Android for years the platform is rock solid stable vs the early years. I made the switch because I felt like a zombie cult member on the iPhone and needed to break free. I didn't want the same phone everyone in the world had. Both are amazing phones, I just wanted to experience something different for a while. Upgrading to the latest iPhone year after year became a weird feeling like just going to the cult member's office to receive my injection and stamp of approval for the new year. I also love the Samsung trade in deals as I was given $600 credit for my Note 20 Ultra meaning I got the S23 Ultra for $600 and change 😄
Not to mention iPhone’s autocorrect has gotten so miserably bad.
You had bought S21 ultra for what price, what specifications
I couldn't said it better! It's really true what you're saying.
android users are zombie cult members
this is EXACTLY why I want to switch to Android. Once the 24 Ultra drops in Feb, I will be getting that
The S-pen may seem like a gimmick to some , but as someone who's been relegated to self taping for auditions, being able to use the s-pen as a remote in that situation (as well as a number of other photography circumstances) , taking notes ,and even having access to what seems like an infinite coloring book, means that it genuinely adds to the functionality and enjoyability of the device.
I'll never get another phone without it.
The best spen feature for me is, you can write at your calender it is the most cool things i use everyday
RIGHT! So many things I use it for.. it's so useful to me that it's the one main reason why I can't use any other phone period!.. not even the s23 plus.. also reason why I didn't upgrade my note to the s21u... I'd be very very frustrated if they take it away
@@jeffreynyarko1154to me it’s a gimmick idk see the benefit of holding my phone with one hand and using that tiny spen
@@CashCollectawait until you need to sign a document
I love using it to edit and highlight things in photos
I had an iPhone for 2 years then switched to the S23 Ultra a couple of weeks ago. The best way I can sum it up is that the iPhone is... a phone. Whereas I view the S23 Ultra more of a tablet / mini-laptop. Just the fact that it has a normal file system and you can plug a normal external USB-C drive into it to transfer files makes it more or a laptop alone. Love the S-Pen. I use it every time I'm going to be using the phone for more than a few minutes. Again, it acts more like a mouse - again, very laptop-esq. Cameras are top-notch. Display is second to none. So far, I just can't fault it. Really glad I made the switch. Edit: Did I mention the multi-tasking capabilities? Y'know.. like a laptop.
Have you noticed any improvements with the shutter lag when taking photos? Thank you for your input! Looking to trade my pixel 7 pro in. The battery is abysmal :(
@@brandondo3180 To be honest I'm more of a video guy than photo. I do take photos with it and so far haven't had any problems with them. I've been very impressed with the quality, but honestly, I'm just a point-and-shoot kinda guy so probably not the best person to ask about anything too technical. All I can say is they look great on normal basic settings and I haven't noticed any issues with the shutter.
I recently got a s23ultra like 2 weeks ago, came from an iphone 12, loving the samsung right now, just love how quick and snappy it is, forgot to mention the cameras and battery!
The battery was reason number one in the beginning of the video.
He said you can get 3 days and 22 hours on a single charge with light usage. I guess using the power saving mode.
Most people say that s pen is a gimmick however for some people it is useful. I use it quite often for photo editing. I think it depends on the usage but calling it a gimmick is not correct.
Yeah it not gimmick, the draw/write at calender spen feature is so helpful for me
I think both are equally great! The only reason i preferred the iphone 14 pro (non max) was i don't like big phones personally, and i wanted Samsung to put all the extra features in a smaller device, like a Samsung s23 pro. I use an s10 now tho and i like the size
You have S23 for that
@@chandraprabhaghosh1133 It's significantly worse than the ultra in every way. The iPhone pro and pro max are similar. That's the point op was trying to make that you somehow ignored.
I have the 23 Ultra, but I am so tempted to reactivate my 14 Pro because I don't know how many times I have almost dropped my 23 Ultra. It's just too big, I was thinking of just using the 23 Ultra when I'm at home on Wi-Fi to watch content and the 14 pro when I'm out and I need an actual phone. I don't know what to do though..
The iPhone 15, there really won’t be that many changes. The bad thing is TH-cam influencers will act like it is super wonderful. Yes, I am heavily into the Apple ecosystem. Yes, I like my phone but it’s boring.
It will get a periscope camera and 3nm chip and some minor design changes, so it will not be a massive upgrade over the 14PM. Then again, as a Galaxy S Ultra user since the S20U, that has had even fewer changes versus the iPhone Pros in that period.
Exactly they make you think you need to upgrade but actually you don’t
@@andyH_England and I believe like steve803 said. TH-cam influencers will go nuts about those 2 things that you mentioned.
The thing about the TH-cam tech influencers is their access to Apple events. If they say anything negative about an iPhone, Apple will demand a retraction (as what happened to one influencer) or lose access to Apple events and early access to devices permanently. That’s why the big name influencers will never say a bad thing about Apple.
I'm now out of Apple ecosystem and all in With Android coming from the iphone 13 pro max and apple watch ultra. No regrets at all. Great phone the 23 ultra, the watch is great galaxy pro 5 and the s8 tablet works well together. the red coral or whatever color it is is stunning.....Kick rocks Apple 🤪
Loving my s23u. Its a powerhouse device that truly feels like a mini computer in my pocket. I switched from a 13 Pro and dont regret it one bit.
Yeah, I switched from sums to iPhone, because everyone said me I should, but Im feeling so stupid right now. Nothing can replace stylus for me
I agree with everything you said, I left apple after 10 years, came from the 14 pro max and got the s23 ultra, and haven't looked back. You're right, apple has became stale, from design to OS.
Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra is technically far ahead of anything that's available in the market today. As someone who owns both S23 Ultra and iPhone 13 pro, I certainly appreciate how much the Ultra makes my life easier especially at work with its unique capabilities like Dex and S pen. Its smooth, fast and leaves no stones unturned. The experience is just unparalleled.
I have had iphones from the start but have now got the S23 Ultra and it blows the iPhone away. Like you I was bored of the iPhone always looking the same. The customisation on the s23 Ultra is limitless and the whole experience is way better than iphone.
I agree with everything you said here. I have a 13 pro max as well as S23 untra. I'll sum it up like this, If you have the courage to abandon iMessage and facetime then you will be pleasantly surprised by the S23 ultra. It's more fun to use in almost every way. There is a few weeeks learning curve but once that passes it just clicks. Using my 13pmax vs s23 ultra is like driving a Honda Accord vs a Porsche..seriously thats how it feels. Iphone just feels so stale nowadays and not feeling very confident that the 15 pro is going to dazzle either tbh and iOS 17 meh...
I own both s23u and iPhone 14 pro. All I know is I like the s23u camera color saturation and battery life more. But, as you say, the screen on the s23u blows away everything. If you learn to use the s-pen, then that's another differentiator. Both are great phones (and I'm a Pixel fan).
Also don't forget Dex can be a part of a major eco system its like a pocket plug and play PC.
Hi! I'm thinking of buying the S23U because of their promo. Just wanted your opinion since you got both - which is better for you (excluding ecosystem)?
I saw reviews that S23U battery is insane! I'm super tempted to buy it because of the battery. Based on your experience, S23U battery is better than 14PM? Thank you!!
@@fritzeong It’s hard to ignore the ecosystem. However, if you exclude that, the s23u IMHO is a much better device. Screen, battery and camera. The one thing I can’t answer is how will OneUI hold up in year 2,3…
@@eriktred Thanks for your reply! I currently don't use any apple or samsung laptops, tablets, etc., so I'm not that particular or restricted to any ecosystem at the moment. Many of my friends are iphone users and keep wanting to make me buy iphone 14PM, but I am really hooked to S23U seeing the reviews haha. I wanted to know inputs from anyone that has both phones to know how each stack up to the other in their experience.
Anyway I'm about 90% leaning on buying the S23U haha so excited! 🤩
@@fritzeong trust ne buy s23 ultra because i think its better to have all these features even if you wont use it just in case. And at the end its better to have them than dont have it at all
I love my S23 Ultra. But it's still my backup phone for a few reasons. (My iPhone 12 Pro is the primary)
1. Apple Ecosystem. Seamlessly works with my MacBook, watch, iPad, etc.
2. iMessage
3. Better corporate security (yes, it's a business phone, and Apple's security is 2nd to none.
4. App quality (as you mentioned)
5. Apple's health apps (and integration with the watch) .. Samsung used to own this back in the day.
6. I actually like the notifications better on iOS. The screen lights up and you can see what you are being notified about. On my S23, it vibrates or beeps and I have to go figure out what the notification was. Very confusing.
On the Samsung side (and why I keep it and love it)
1. Camera blows my iPhone away. (Especially for videos). My biggest challenge is to store the videos into Apple Photos on my Mac after.
2. s-pen ... I use this quite a bit.
3. Display ... reading emails, browsing, it's hard to look at the iPhone after using the S23.
In short, I sort of use the S23 as more of a mini-tablet for my own use, and my iPhone for my work related stuff.
Good comparison review! You'll get to love the S-pen when you find out what it can do besides writing! Yes, the S23 Ultra is a far superior phone. I've had every Samsung Note since inception.
What a measured comment! Thank you for being so rare!
Agree with everything you said there, Mark. The iPhone is kinda stale and the S23 looks fantastic, but I am completely locked into Apple; my whole family is as well, and I just couldn't face switching over from Apple Apps to Google ones, too much ball ache (there's nothing wrong with the Google apps, I just don't want to re-learn everything). So I won't be swapping anytime soon.
Switch to Samsung and i will pay you the trade-in NOWWWWW!!! apple is trash
I recently upgraded my phone because it was about due. I ended up coming away from iPhone and getting a Pixel 7 Pro. It was cheaper for pretty much equal specs for my personal needs. I did make a visit to my local Apple store to have a play with the newer iPhones and phones and found them totally unispiring, it felt like the same old in a slightly different case for more money. It just dosen't feel as though Apple are innovating and are relying wholy on people blindly upgrading and believeing the marketing hype.
Don't get me wrong, I like Apple products, I'm currently running a Mac Mini M1 as my daily desktop and am looking to invest in a MacBook Pro, however it does feel as though the way has been slightly lost on the iPhone and a serious shake up is needed to prevent it from going completly stale.
It is good to have a change and see the landscape.
Just move on Samsung pixel is kaka 💩💩💩
You don’t really know you need the s pen until you tried it. Writing directly on your phone screen (without unlock) is handy and quicker than login your phone and choose the note app to type it. Note 10 + user.
I use Google Assistant for notes. All searchable and typed; my handwriting sucks, especially with the small s-pen. I just ask it to take a note and speak it. Though this is on a Pixel 7P.
As a daily driver of the iPhone 14 Pro Max (in Deep Purple), it's still my favourite because of the ecosystem. However, I consider the Samsung S23 Ultra if I'm getting an Android phone.
I have to disagree about the Deep Purple colour on the iPhone 14 Pro. It looks great and it's different than the usual black/gold/silver option. The only criticism I have is that I wish it had a brighter shade of purple but still maintain the metallic finish
Apple is trash 🤢
Between guitar calluses and size XL+ fingers the stylus is a blessing. Love the camera, especially in pro mode
Yes. I found the S23U is an all round better device than the iPhone. Both the overall style and OS of the iPhone has become stale. Coming from the 13PM.
I'm stuck in the Apple ecosystem b/c my entire family has iPhones. Small things really annoy me with iOS, like not having numbers above the native keyboard. I do a lot of technical communication, and this is very maddening. And not having a consistent "backup" or "home" button is annoying. Apple makes your fingers jump all over the phone (up/down/up) to do simple navigation tasks. I just wish they would listen to their customers and provide a bit more customization options. Having said that, it's a nice quality phone and it integrates seamlessly with all my other Apple products, so I'll never change.
I have been getting enticing notifications from my carrier to trade in my S20 Ultra for the S23 Ultra. Not much incentive for me to start paying monthly for a phone that I don’t think adds that much more excitement into my life (whether Samsung or Apple). I like a larger screen because of my age and clunky finger. Thanks for your opinion.
I know about the fingers, but the S Pen really comes in handy when doing more tedious things like selecting text or clicking on tiny objects. 😊
My new colleague also has S23 Ultra, but due to weather events since January, I still use my S10+ as my daily driver. I've been too busy to set the new phone properly.
That said: He told me that he never needs to borrow my charger, and I have to put mine on power saving mode even on standby.
As for price? I stopped caring partly due to my job. I bought S10+ on layby through my carrier in 2020.
When 3.5mm jack and expandable memory went away, I just need to weight up whether I just go for the 1TB storage now that there's finally NO Exynos & Mali GPU variant.
you're 10000 percent right about this, I still prefer apps on IOS and some Pixel features but I'd always go or s23 ultra
Just switched back to iPhone after a few weeks with the s23 ultra. I loved the phone and diversity of the camera’s. but the pictures are too processed. Its better then a few years ago but iPhone still has the most natural looks on photos. Funny thing that I noticed is that when you takes pictures of a sunset the colours are everything expect vivid on the s23.
The best way i can describe the difference between apple and Android is Apple tells you what you can do but you tell an Android what to do. What i mean by that is, Androids have very little limitations. You can make your phone as unique as you want, different icons, sure, 12 scrollable screens of widgets, go for it, want to make it look like an i phone, sure, want it to look like a desktop, go for it. Aside from the asthetics the S23 is packed with features. The camera is really the best one on the market, and once you turn it on "pro mode" you can take any kind of photos you like, super realistic or bright and vivid. The 100x zoom is not as gimicky as people say, it actually works. It's super fast, the new dolby mode makes anything you Bluetooth to sound much better. All in all it is not only the best Samsung phone ever made, it is the best phone ever made.
I switch to the S23 Ultra from iPhone 14 pro max only lasted 3 weeks before I realized I’m just too heavily invested in iPhone ecosystem maybe if I wasn’t too invested I would have stayed with it….didn’t have no problems with it battery was way better , display was awesome, and also like the fast charging
I own both the s23 ultra and iPhone 14 pro(non max) and I agree this year Samsung made the better phone. As a Apple Guy this statement is not made lightly. I have a z flip 4 and z fold 4 as well (all for work reasons) and have been highly impressed with Samsungs willingness to innovate.
The only advantage the iPhone has is the ecosystem, that’s a pretty big advantage. I’ve tried 2 different galaxy phones in the past and I returned them both within a week. Android is still too fragmented, Samsung phones don’t hold their value near as well as an iPhone, and I could care less about the customization options.
I wouldn’t waste my time with another Android phone. It might be “better,” but it’s not worth the trade offs for me.
Samsung flagships have actually been holding their value better than iphones for the last 3 years. I got a deal on an S22 Ultra last August for $680. I traded it in March for an S23 ultra, and Samsung gave me $700 for it. That's $20 more than I paid for it. And as far as the ecosystem goes, Samsung has everything in their ecosystem that Apple has, as well as refrigerators, washing machines, and tvs.
You said the most important thing to me rigbt now..I am trying to decide to go bsck to apple or upgrade my samsung because i forgot to purchase insurance and have crakced my screen A SECOND time, it costs $300 to fix 😢. I owe $550 . SAMSUNG will take my cracked screen as a trade in for $450. That is a prety good deal Imo . Plus i get a discount for being a student, plus they go on sale often
Mark, A to your initial Q. Yes you're right. The s23 Ultra beats the 14 Pro Max...for all the reasons you so succinctly say. This vid is spot-on on the differences; as a 14 Pro Max user, I recently tried the s23 Ultra and was blown away. Extra points: Weight - the iPhone weighs a ton compared to the s23 Ultra; Apps - I'm a big Google Apps user and these Apps are better on Android (as you'd hope/expect) so your comment about Apps Dev and iOS doesn't really stand-up tbh; Watch - I've also tried the Watch 5 Pro and it's as good as the Watch 8 and with better battery life imo (at a lower price point than the Apple Watch). Can you please do a Review/Test of the new Watch 6 (Pro) when it launches? When it comes to 'ecosystem' it's the Watch aspect which can tie you in. That said, Samsung gave a £100 trade-in on any working smart watch eg my 5 year old Garmin. I think the biggest thing in Apple's favour is the 'What you never had you never missed'. If more iPhone users tried a OneUI Samsung phone, especially the S23 Ultra, they'd struggle to go back tbh. When are you going to do a S8 Ultra tablet Review v iPad Pro Review? Keep up the great 'plain English' Reviews - always a good watch!
I've just purchased S23ultra in sky blue 512gb for 500.00 with trade insane deal battery is phenomenal only had it for 1 week pays to wait few months after launch
Switched from 14 PM to S23U. Enjoying the android experience so far. Much better than s22U exynos
Dont forget you got Dex a pocket plug amd play computer
There is no s23 ultra exynos,unless you meant s22 ultra
@@crovian1985 yes i meant s22
I have owned iPhones since day one,right up till last year. I had two breaks when I owned Samsung Notes. When they stopped them, I returned back to the iPhone 13 pro max.
I’m S Pen for me and others is a must. Recently diagnosed with Parkinson’s, the S pen is great for handwriting recognition (as is an iPad mini with Apple Pencil). But I can’t take an iPad mini everywhere.
Google’s eco system is imo better, it works on Android and apple hardware. Apples software doesn’t work on Android apart from Apple Music.
It makes sense to use an eco system that works on either hardware.
I have S23U and an iPhone. I love the software features on Samsung phone but don't like two stores and two applications for same thing. S pen is a great feature and makes phone much more flexible. Cinematic video is on iPhone better and icons look much better.
If samsung get rid of double apps and make icons better and video recording more attractive, then it will become unbeatable.
You're wrong about the stylus.
Jobs talked about the user interface. about activating functions, switching applications, viewing photos.
He didn't say anything about writing or drawing with a stylus.
Surely it better for ppl as me, who really need samsung spen and install apps outside the chplay store and freedom to work with windows 11. For other ppl as my younger brother, no matter what you say, they always still choose iphone. No perfect phone exists yet, however I choose the freedom than limit myself with boring ios.
I agree with everything in the video. I am way to “welded” into the Apple eco system as well. I’m bored with the iPhone as well. However, I have an Apple Watch , iPad Pro , Apple TV, ect. The one think I hate about the iPhone is the weight of the pro phones. The Samsung aluminum build feel better in the hand. How is the experience of the s23+? I use to have a pro max size phone and I don’t want to go back to dealing with a brick in my pocket.
You're right about developers focusing on the iPhone. There are certain apps only on the iPhone, and then there are others that just work way better on the iPhone (including Facebook).
I often think its the iPhone being better at RAM management...
I prefer a small phone hence I still use my iphone 13 mini and have not found an equal to it in the same size factor. Great video Mark, as always keep em coming !
Me too the iPhone 13 mini is the best phone ever made.
As long as you a)Never go out of the house, or if you do b)Remember to take a battery charger pack with you too.
@@Red_Snappa I get 7 to 8 hours screen on time on mine it’s 18 months old. Good enough for me.
Am 67 and I KNOW my tech... Been a Android user all my life, OR since they all came out?! I have the S22 Ultra, but recently ordered an Apple IPhone 14 Pro Max. I like the hardware on Apple more, but the UI on the top end Androids, like Samsung just seems to be much more customizable. Just simpler to use, so I regretably sent the Apple back...
I love your reviews, good stuff!
S23 ultra don't support 4k dex over usb c to hdmi cable
Thought I would leave this out here in case any1 wanting to know this, just got the new s23 ultra a day back, was plugging it in to my pc monitor to watch a movie and view some holiday pictures using usb c to hdmi cable and the maximum resolution option on dex settings is 1080p. This is very surprising to me because my old note 20 ultra supports 4k on the exact same simple setup (usb c to hdmi cable).All Huawei models support HDMI also.
Edit: Found out the new Samsung Galaxy all of them doesn't support this anymore
The way to take a sharp picture of a moving object like children or animals that can move suddenly is in the camera app to press one of the volume buttons and the phone will take a bunch of pictures at once and all the pictures will be in the same place in the gallery (something like a photo folder in the camera album) and you can choose the one you like and delete everything else and by the way just switch to the Galaxy Watch, Galaxy Buds and also Galaxy Book or any other Windows laptop or even Chromebook and maybe also Galaxy Tab if you are looking for a tablet to get the full ecosystem experience
After dozens of videos, I've come to the conclusion that it's not just your accent, but also the fiber, the color, the texture, the "timbre" of your voice that makes you so pleasant to listen to.
I am evaluating moving to s23u from the whole Apple ecosystem and not just iPhone. I worry there is a lot to move over from, like Apple Card, parental options to manage my son’s iPad, find my etc. what are your thoughts
Switched to s23u, was fully apple. Watch ipad phone. Family plan.
Just changing to Google apps saved all the "eco system" bs. Google photos is great. The Google phone app is amazing. I could write a whole review about what apps made this as easy as possible...
Who needs facetime or I message... Pros out weigh the cons here x10
been using an iphone since the iphone 6. bit the bullet and made the switch from the iphone 13 pro max to the Samsung s23 ultra and I am not looking back, have sold my iphone and apple watch. really prefer Samsung and android than an iphone now
Neither the iPhone or the S23 entice me when the Sony Xperia 1V is on the way. A headphone Jack, expansion card slot, a sim slot, and a much better camera system.
Always tempted to go back to Apple, it's been 8 years, but nah, been using Galxy's for years, currently on the S23+. Spam call detection works great out of the box, as does sms junk filtering, THEMES which can replace all the icons with nicer and much SMALLER ones.
I've mainly been using the iPhone since the 6 Plus but yeah, it is becoming stale. Sometimes it feels like it's just the design that is changing. I'm on the 13 Pro Max now and if it wasn't for the 5x optical zoom on the 15 Pro Max then I would think that they're basically the same. I have a Pixel 7 Pro that I use sometimes when I feel like taking a break from iOS, but I'm thinking of getting the S23 Ultra for the 10x optical zoom.
That color on the S23 ultra looks so great man, love it ❤❤❤❤❤
Nice, ain't it?
The Ultra wins in almost all I agree but for daily use I still go with iOS , just my preference, why, because everything seems a little more …polished. And I’m saying this after trying Android many times on Samsung Xiaomi Realme and HTC (way back)
But you have to try out expert raw and stuff. The aurau and star trail shots I've gotten are amazing!
You also Have dex which is basically A pocket computer. Great for productivity also you are not in a walled garden.
I've sold my 14 Pro after I used my S23 U for 4 weeks side by side with the 14 pro. The good thing, I'm not stuck in a ecosystem. The 14 pro is a great device, but soooo boring to use, camera is boring to use, iOS (even the apps are more optimized) is boring to use, the device is sharp from the edges and not pleasing to use in hand, even it feels premium from the materials.
Apple needs to step up their game to convince me again. Without the apple watches, they would have lost even more ground for sure.
What about the videos? Or social media?
Thumbs up simply for your sound quality. Really impressive.
I thought about switching phones and going to the android but then I realized I don’t even use my phone like that anymore and when I get home I mostly use my Mac and iPad for internet and texting. I feel like phone have peaked for me and don’t excite me like they use to. I watch videos on the camera and performance then I notice that I take basic photos and when I am on my phone just basic apps/web browsing
It's like he said in the video, iPhone has become stale. If you knew what Android phones could do, you wouldn't feel like tossing it in the corner when you got home. 🎉😊🎉
@@marian8757 As he said, if you have a tablet or laptop at home, you 100% will use those as they are larger and do more. I am similar, the phone is now just for going outside, and as I WFH, I mainly use an iPad Pro and MB Pro. Why would I use a 6-inch phone when I have much better devices any way that I need for work?
@@andyH_England He did not say if I have a laptop or tablet, he said he prefers to use his laptop or tablet over his stale iPhone. I do have a laptop and a tablet both within 3 feet of where I'm sitting now, and a computer hooked up to my 75 in. TV right across the room which I have a keyboard in front of me and a mouse to control that. But I'm doing this on my Galaxy S23 Ultra. So don't sit there and tell me what I would 100% do. You have no idea what I, or many other people, would do, just because you're bored with your phone and don't want to use it. You are like the rest of those fan boys. Talking about the S Pen is a gimmick, and nobody uses the S Pen. No, you're wrong. I used the S Pen, and I see lots of other people commenting that they used the S Pen. You know who doesn't use the S Pen? iPhone users don't. That's because they don't have 1.🫢
@@marian8757 You can use your S23U with other devices nearby, but that does not mean it is the best choice. For the sake of my eyes, I prefer larger devices. Also, the S23U has the worst PWM dimming of all flagships, and I notice that, so using devices that have better dimming does not tire my eyes as much as Samsung phones.
The final word on the s-pen; if it was such a fantastic feature, then all smartphones would copy it. That is the general theme, copying significant features. LG was the only flagship brand that did that, and they went bust.
Nice video Mark! Is now the S23 your daily? Did you escape the ecosystem entirely and is it worth just because of the customisation options, multitasking and some more battery life?
I understand the urge and feeling the need for a change but is it really worth it?
Ive had the surface duo 2 as a secondary phone for the true multitasking experience and i find myself needing to change from an iPhne to an s23 ultra as a daily just for true multitasking "availability" at any time. But escaping means Android+WatchOS+Windows and bla bla so, should it happen or not? How many times i need to multitask or use a pen when not carrying a macbook or an ipad? What happens when the needs of change goes off as soon as you buy the phone (s23 ultra)....
Maybe appreciating what we have already been given is better? 😂....sounded like im preaching
I actually have to update my phone this year, and right now this minute I’d choose the S23 ultra over iPhone 14 pro… but I’m just waiting to see the iPhone 15😂😂
Have to admit,the S23U does look better but I am just too tied in to the Apple ecosystem with all my other Apple products to change.Also,I would miss my Apple Watch too much.
Well just trade in your apple watch for a samsung one like i did! Samsung is curently giving some decent trade in offers!
@@T3CHGY007 No thank you.Nothing could replace my Apple Watch.
Sound quality/output while connected to earbuds in both??
Sigh. Oh, iPhone... Yeah, the lack of home screen layout control is disappointing. Widgets help, but they're not a complete solution. The Settings app is a complete discombobulated scattering of settings shoehorned in unintuitive locations that make configuring them so difficult that I just leave them as they are and live with it. The Notifications seem so overwhelming that they're nearly useless, but I leave them on cuz 1 out of 50 is important ... if I notice it. But, like you, I'm "welded" to the Apple eco-system which makes many of my workflows seamless across all my devices. And for all the iPhone criticisms I just shared, there are so many more aspects that I love.
Battery for my s23 ultra gets me through a day easy but anyone who says they can get a day & a half or more of a full charge I call bs or they don't use the phone at all because I take my s23 ultra off charge around 5:30am & by 9-10pm I have about 30 or so percent left so have to put it on the charger
Never giving up the s pen and multitasking productivity of the 23 ultra. I phone still has a long way to go 😊
If you are an S-pen user, then you have zero choices; you will live and die carrying a Galaxy Ultra. I try different phones and have used many in the last decade, I can say that brand fans will brag and throw kisses at their choice, but they all have pros and cons, and when distilled, there is no outright best smartphone. They are now very similar in everything apart from niche uses like the s-pen.
@amfrepo yeah back off the spen users and dex feature is not bad either the dex feature is great for gaming and other productive tasks.
Would love to switch to the 23 Ultra. BUT... the eco system. with two teenage daughter and my wife who have iphones, the Find My app and iMessages are indispensable. Plus, my apple watch, airtags, ipods, ipad pro, ipad mini, and Mac Mini.
I have been an iPhone user for the last 3 years. I had the iphone 14 pro max. Sold it and I'm definitely not a fan or only having esim. Bought the Pixel 7 Pro. I love the Pixel, all my family and extended family are iPhones. So I am the black sheep and things are definitely not smooth transitions from Apple. 😂
I started off this year with the iPhone 14 pro max. In February, I switched to the S23 Ultra, but in May I have returned to the iPhone 14 pro max. The S23 Ultra is a super phone, and yes, the battery lasts a whole lot longer than the iPhone. However, the iPhone has the better camera, and not just for moving subjects. The iPhone makes a far better job of lighting conditions in daylight. Clouds, sunlight reflecting of surfaces, sunrise and sunset shots are all a country mile better than the S23 Ultra. Then there’s the Apple Watch Ultra. This watch is just too good to live without. If the Samsung did a better job of processing photos, and they had a genuine contender to the Apple Watch Ultra, I’d seriously consider changing, but for now the iPhone is still (just) better for me.
Hi, I want buy Samsung Galaxy S23 ultra and Apple MacBook Pro M2. Will it work? The combo? Kindly advise. If not, which laptop should I buy for editing. Thank you in advance.
Out of interest which phone are you using (daily driver)? Both or which one do you tend to reach for?
I had the S23 ultra for 4 months now and I love it.
I like both phones. As you say...they are boring. The 14 is just an over-large version version of my delightful 13 Mini. The S23 is a REAL faff to put custom ROMs upon. Looking forward to your thoughts on the PIxel 7a, BTW. When the 7a was announced and its features and price given, I shrugged and bought a Pixal 6a for $300. The fact that even a berk such as I could shove Graphene OS on it and "de-Google" it was the draw. Now? I'm playing with the Pixel...whilst my faithful 6S and 13 Mini...sit in a drawer. Aloha!
Nice! The Pixel 6a is a brilliant phone.
@@MarkEllisReviews So I am discovering! An amazing machine!
I got my s23 ultra today. It’s really good. More features than my iphone.. both phone are nice. But i need this samsung for business work
I’ve been apart of the Apple iPhone ecosystem since the iPhone 4 came out which was 10 iPhones ago. I’ve had the iPhone 4, iPhone 5S, iPhone 7 Plus, iPhone 10/X, and the iPhone 12 Pro Max. However the Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra is the very first Samsung Galaxy I can honestly say blows every previous iPhone out of the water with ease and it’s so enticing that I’m finally convinced to leave Apple for Samsung. The phones design, QHD AMOLED 120Hz display, processor, quad cameras, screen resolution, S-Pen etc. all make it an easy choice for me when comparing to the iPhone 14 Pro Max so Samsung it is.
Biggest reason I'm trading my S21 Ultra in for the S23 Ultra is the damn price. It's amazing. They are giving me $600 for my 3 year old phone and $200 off for 512 Gig of storage! That's ridiculous. I can't think Pixel. I can't imagine switching to the Apple eco$y$tem at this point because of price. 5:04
S-Pen Gimmicky? Im picking up some typical IPhone ignorance. I use an IPhone at work but always wish I had my "gimmicky" S23 Ultra instead because the IPhone is NOT engineered for productivity . I enjoy "tweaking" the settings on my device to suit me. I always feel the IPhone is trying to make me conform so Im always on the verge of throwing it when I have to use it. Just using the simplest task of making calls and texting from the recents menu is such a chore and unintuitive.... and I think it is funny how you switch to Samsung but low key make jabs at the s23 functionality....go back to IPhone.
This guy is supposed to be some kind of tech reviewer and doesn't even know Samsung released the update that fixed the shutter problem over a month ago. 🤔
Which made zero difference, mate.
Hook. Line. And sinker.
@@marian8757 I have the S23U and even if you reduce the quality for a faster shutter it still blurs the capture in low light. You cannot rely on it but a new update is due soon. Hopefully Samsung will fix it then?
@@andyH_England I don't have any problems with my S23 Ultra. Any camera will blur fast-moving objects in low light. That's what pro mode is for. If you know how to use the camera and adjust it accordingly, you can get a great shot in any lighting situation.
Agree with everything you said but still put my sim back into my iPhone… just like you did I suspect.. we’re being held hostage lol
Can iPhone multitask well?
Changed my iphone 14 pro for the s23 ultra and I love it! Iphones finally bored me
When I watch these types of videos I notice that these Apple fans want to make the switch but the Apple ecosystem is stopping them and they don't want to leave the Apple ecosystem.
You’re very astute.
Hi all. I would like to switch to Samsung S23 ultra, will it get slower over time? Thanks
Im coming from an iphone 7plus. I did used samsung before only the A series. I am torn between s23 ultra and 14PM. Please help.
I have the S21FE now and it's totally an OK phone, but I want more nits! (800 sucks in the summer) and perhaps a bit better cameras for our long holiday this summer. Got my wifa a S22Ultra for christmas. Personally I think it's a tiny bit too big mut mostly a little heavy so I thought about the S23 but I know I wont make it a full day because of the smaller battery, then thought about the S23+ and thats kind of the sweet spot BUT got a really good deal with the Ultra with a free Watch 5 pro lte watcha and a wireless charger as well + a good trade in on my old S21FE, SO, now I'm waiting on my Ultra, watching Ultra reviews and tips & trix videos :) BTW have been thinking to get my first Iphone ever but it's kind of impossible to get a good deal on a 256gb pro max, the plus just got to little nits and only 2 cameras as well.. Perhaps in the near future when it also got usb C.. But Samsung, it's really time to ditch curved screens!!
I totally agree with your review. The Samsung s23 Ultra. I have always owned Samsung products. It is superior to the iPhone. The iPhone has not made major changes for a long time. The iPhone is stale as you said
been with apple for years. I switched to the galaxy - getting use to the samsung is bit of a challenge but over all like it better than the iphone. there is no wow factors on the apple anymore. it is just dated. the apple echo system - not a deciding factor.
Is anyone here using the samsung (or any android phone) while having a mac/ipad? And does it work well for you? I'm seriously considering the s23 ultra and i'm not all too invested in the apple ecosystem but i don't want it to be a hassle where the are too many workarounds to get it to work
Can apple start by getting rid of sms for rcs...so annoying texting an apple user
Finally a LEGIT reviewer! I might actually sell my iPhone 13 Pro Max and get the S23 Ultra! iPhone is painfully stale for sure.
this phone has major color banding/ dithering issues. I got mine and it's terrible, especially in dark mode. You can clearly see it on the default wallpaper by swiping up to access your apps screen
I like the CASEKOO but there is no case for IPHONE 13 MINI!!
It's really simple thing. The only thing iPhone is better is Social Media optimization. This is gamechanger. If Android don't match quality of Facebook and Instagram people will prefer iPhones.
Thank you for your honesty review
The s23 ultra is truly an epic phone, battery and screen are insanely good. I've always been an android person but I also have an iPhone and I appreciate the simplicity of the apple software experience
Great honest review !!! Great video!!!
I have had only 1 iphone 13 years ago i did enjoy it for like 6 months but i got bored of it real quick.switched to the note when it came out and never left the note series. My note 10 just took a dump and got the ultra 23 it just works well all around . it's funny my apple friend swears ny Apple and we go back and forth weekly.
Hi. Was wondering if the S-pen feature allows one to run one note, and use the writing feature, while connected to a computer. Ie., show what I write on the screen while creating educational videos. Similar to iPad.
But no dual GPS
"Unlike the iPhone 14 Pro Max, the Galaxy S23 Ultra doesn't support dual-band GPS. It runs a single GPS band, which is fine for most things, but the additional band helps the iPhone navigate better in dense urban environments and forests"
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I think the camera on ultra 23 is great. and the handwriting .
I have them both and ill say the s23u is the better phone imo especially overall it just does more stuff for the money the ecosystem is just as good i got the buds and galaxy tab and they work very well together i wish Samsung would make a ultra watch although the watch 5 is good its definitely no apple watch