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[Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra] HypnotizedEthernalHuman:
Update: I received the Buds 2. Pretty high quality and overall comparable, if not better than my AirPods 3. Fit is excellent (I never tried proper in-ear style so new to me) and the sound quality is well-balanced. ANC is new to me so can't comment much about it, but it does cancel some noise as advertised. In the ecosystem and feature regard though, the AirPods are miles ahead.

Pro tip: CHANGE THE EAR TIPS! If you're like me with small ears, try the smaller ear tips. You might feel the medium ones that come pre-installed are fine at first, but the small ones make a huge difference. Now, they just slide into my ears with ease!

Nitpick: Would've been great if they came with completely customizable touch controls. I prefer it this way:

Single tap: Play/Pause

Double tap on left: previous track

Double tap on right track: next track

Triple tap on left: ANC/ANC OFF

Triple tap on right: Transparency/ANC OFF

Long press on left: Volume down

Long press on left: Volume up

Double tap on either edge: Voice Assistant

I get it, I couldn't quite customize the controls on my AirPods as well. But it's probably just me, I expected a bit more from the Android world due to the 'customizability' tag to it.

Waiting for the Watch. Already have the Watch 4 44mm BT so I don't know why I am so excited lol
[Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra] Virgo_Guy:
5k worth of one product required to be bought, not 5k smartclub points right? Smartclub points were of some 2.7 k worth.

Personally, I didn't find the pre-reserve offers attractive at all. And it's likely that special corporate offer should be the most attracting one. Some Offline stores are giving very good discounts too.

Maybe post launch offer time frame. Or maybe sooner..
[Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra] stonelessrock:
Lucky I must say .some lucky member who pre booked this sunday (the specs as mine ) has a date of 28the feb and mine which was booked on 3rd febshows 5th march on site and and email form samsung store says 7th ...I guess time to drag them to consumer forum.
[Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra] anil84:
Others can confirm those who used pre-reserve offer. I am told that it can be used to add products worth 5k & usable against anything.

Last year on S22 it was 2000 smart club points + smart tag.

So it wasn't bad deal this year. Against 15k rise they gave 5k credit + charger + adaptor.

Last year GW4 offer was direct buy on normal portal but was a redeem later on corporate portal. This year they kept same & one could just pay & get goodies at same time. Checking offer after enabling device with same SIM has been pain.

Will they break trend of corporate pricing? That has been just decent like last year it was 10k.
[Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra] amirage:
Just wanted to add my 2 cents to this. The Galaxy Buds 2 Pro are really good and can easily give the Sony WF1000XM4 a run for their money. Slap on comply foam tips, and these buds outclass the Sony's on the Samsung device. The SSC codec is a gem compared with LDAC. After hours of A-B testing the B2P and XM4s, my hand always reaches out to the B2Ps. If Samsung can nail the ANC, Sony is in for a real struggle because ANC is the only thing that's in their favour.
[Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra] twisted_mind:
Is the 5k offer still there? If yes do remember to use it for a case or any other accessory. I stupidly forgot 😬
[Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra] Dpk1:
Samsung are pretty much up there with top brands when it comes to audio (wearables as well as speakers)! I use the Sennheiser Momentum 4s for my audio needs. I also use buds live sometimes while jogging / evening walks when I don't want the full sized cans. I prefer the open soundstage on buds live than buds / buds+. Will see how the buds 2 fare compared to other Galaxy buds and SM4s.
[Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra] anil84:
Jiomart has updated it
[Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra] npt1988:
Please recommend a good game controller.
[Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra] sagarb:
You can buy Xbox or ps5 wireless controller s
[Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra] anil84:
Just met one MBO guy

What pity, pre-reserve. pre-book customers here haven't see their device moving but small MBO had received stock by 16th midnight...even before few of cafe guys
[Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra] twisted_mind:
There's a new store opening nearby. Want to invite you for coming and meeting the owner. 😋
[Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra] twisted_mind:
PSA : The wireless charger we got works only with the official Sammy charger. I tried it with my ugreen desktop hub, belkin and a nintendo switch 3rd party charger and while the wireless charging begins, it either starts blinking red, yellow, green or simply stays red even after 9 hours with whatever device super hot.

Now finally it's working as intended with the 25w charger I had bought during the S20 launch.

This is not a first though. I remember the wireless charger we got as preoder freebie during the S8 also had the same issue. It only liked the official Sammy white chargers.
[Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra] Abhishek Devaraj:
Hi all, quick question do the freebies galaxy buds and watch add value? I own a sony xm3, few tws including airpods pro (the integration with Android sucks). Never really used a smart watch Casio guy. I am thinking of selling them off for a better deal. Users please suggest.
[Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra] twisted_mind:
The buds are definitely worth. Have the WF1000xm4 and Pro 2nd gen, the buds are by far the most comfortable and fit brilliantly. The ANC is not the best but the sheer lightweight and perfect fit is what makes me keep them. Your experience might vary though.

Coming off a rugged Casio you will have to get used to nightly charging but that's more or less true for all smartwatches. Better to just plonk on it the charger every night instead of trying to eke out a second day.
[Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra] HypnotizedEthernalHuman:
On the note of selling, you might as well sell the buds and the watch for 4k and 20k each. These are lucrative prices and someone will surely buy them. You're making a net profit of almost 20k rupees.
[Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra] HypnotizedEthernalHuman:
Update: Got the watch yesterday itself but forgot to unbox it. The classic watch has a more subtle classical look. Pair it with a good leather strap (the official one is always out of stock, though) and it'll look super sick.

Regarding the watch, it's the same that you get for 12k rupees, with just the added rotating bezel and the stainless steel build. Nevertheless, the practicality of the bezel and the heft of the steel build is greatly appreciated. LTE setup was a breeze with my Jio Prepaid plan and I'm yet to test it. I'll continue using both my Classic and Non-Classic watches for formal/semi-formal and casual/active occasions respectively. Here is a picture of both of them side by side:
[Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra] Virgo_Guy:
It's weird that Samsung and all other stores(and their websites) are running the buds&watch bundle offer except Samsung's own website/shop app.
[Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra] anil84:
yeah...what could be the reason of not showing? what if someone buys from them in the interim period!
[Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra] anil84:
I am still in pre-book stage 😆

Waiting for cafe guy to get stock of 1tb stock which otherwise has been available for same day delivery on shop app for days now. reason for wait is higher exchange value + insurance

@Virgo_Guy pre-reserve made the difference this year and sets the tone for upcoming years, people might tend to fall for it considering pre-book offers never change
[Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra] Virgo_Guy:
No idea. Looks weird.

Pre-reserve pass still works(and its additional 5k worth), extended "till 28th" .
[Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra] anil84:
only for those who booked before 3rd Feb

Cafe guys are ready to either waive it off fully or pass insurance benefit

But it's either or
[Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra] sam142000:
Amazing battery life.

Leaps and bounds better than my S21 Ultra.
[Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra] Dpk1:
Sound through speakers on S23 ultra is noticeably better than S22 ultra! Watched an entire movie last night on the S23 ultra and really enjoyed the sound. So, overall improved cameras, battery backup and sound are 3 major noticeable upgrades that S23 ultra has over the outgoing model. Also, mine and wife's S22 ultra units have been passed on to family, so everyone is happy!
[Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra] twisted_mind:
Why shouldn't it be? You can't marry the wife and her sister together can you?
[Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra] KSSKTEJA:
yes sir, my iphone has become old, started lagging so I guess its time to switch to android
[Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra] Virgo_Guy:
iPhone 11 lagging right?

I use several Apple devices as well, iP11 is one of these and it's as fast as day 1.
[Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra] Abhishek Devaraj:
What are the settings that you use? Display resolution, AOD, Location, Network etc etc.
[Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra] sam142000:
Resolution is FHD+ : I dont feel any difference between this and WQHD+

AOD set to tap to deisplay.

I use routines in the setting so GPS turns on only when using Maps and mobile data and Bluetooth is on only when disconnected from any WiFi network.

I have also set to turn on battery saver when battery %age hits 20%.
[Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra] KSSKTEJA:
11 pro
[Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra] Abhishek Devaraj:
I miss the good old Notification LED of my Note 9, any idea how to replicate this feature, or how you all are managing not to miss notifications?
[Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra] anil84:
squeezing dealers/Cafe is the trait mentioned over and over again here on xda!

I couldn't succeed even to reach to that level

youtubers guy marrying thrice with soon to be additions to family

and here you not letting 😒 🙄 me attempt 2 benefits 😆 😂 at a go

The charm/enthusiasm of upgrading is more when you get device early

I went to save few bucks and hence waiting...
[Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra] Virgo_Guy:
It shouldn't lag at all.
[Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra] ragavbpl:
Folks who got their 23 ultra could you confirm that apps like twitter and reddit and Facebook(specially on browser not the app) does not stutter while scrolling?
[Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra] linom:
No stutters here at all. I do not use FB, but tried on Samsung Internet and works flawlessly
[Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra] amirage:
I agree with all your points except the screen resolution. You should use it at the full resolution than FHD+ simply because this is a native 4k panel and the images are far more stunning at the native resolution. You may sacrifice the battery life but only by a little.
[Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra] stonelessrock:
Okay so Samsung finally have introduced CANCEL option under the orders now . Is it due to the stock/logistics issue . I am so tempted to cancel the order (been waiting since 17th Feb for dispatch details ) ,still stuck on 5th and then a suprise (to which the customer care team says I shoild ignore the email ) Samsung E-store pushed an email stating delay in delievry .

Would like to know if anyone esle facing this issue.

One thing that pissed me off was the online only colors were out of stock a day or two and now back and people who ordered post the lauch date have recived these speical colors before per order .
[Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra] Abhishek Devaraj:
Tried all three sites in Chrome no stutter, lag or whatsoever.
[Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra] Jeetu:
I have purchased a S23 ultra from UK. It's the same Model no of India SM-S918B but it has Samsung Pay of UK. If I flash Indian Firmware on it so that will work on this?
[Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra] twisted_mind:
Guys anyone noticed in the task manager (swipe up from left) random app names are shown but not actual random apps? I can't reproduce it right now but I definitely have seen it even after the latest update. Will post a screencap when I see it next time.
[Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra] Dpk1:
So, today I received a message from Servify that my S23 ultra (512 GB purchased online) is covered under ADLD for 1 year. Activated the ADLD by registering on the Servify app. Happy purchasing it from Corporate portal!

Oh and the other S23 ultra (1 TB) purchased offline has ADLD too (from dealership).

Having received all accessories (chargers, phone covers, screen protectors, buds, watches) and ADLD, my S23 ultra purchase is now complete!
[Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra] nitinmits:
I too got ADLD messages today for S23 Ultra purchased on 17th Feb and A73 for my father purchased on 28th Jan.
[Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra] Dpk1:
Hope you've registered your device(s) on Servify app (available on play store). If not, then you need to do so by logging into the app via your mobile number and adding the device IMEI to your Servify account. Only then the ADLD plan becomes active for the said device.
[Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra] Virgo_Guy:
This WRINKLE is not seen in Indian units?
[Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra] sandy.parulekar:
is it mandatory to register on the app? I didn't register for my s22 ultra, Should I register now for the S22 ultra?
[Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra] Dpk1:
As per the ADLD T&C pdf available on Samsung website, registration on the Servify app is required to activate the ADLD. However, I have never had any ADLD claim so can't verify that. Better be safe than sorry.
[Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra] twisted_mind:
Not on mine
[Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra] Dpk1:
No, neither mine nor wife's S23 ultra has this.
[Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra] twisted_mind:
@anil84 bhai ask for a steam iron as freebie along with the 1TB. Wrinkle issue 😂
[Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra] anil84:
they told me wrinkle is free with it as pre-reserve pre-book offer
[Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra] Virgo_Guy:
Phantom Black is more popular than Green..

Ok.
[Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra] sam142000:
How many of you use RAM plus and at what capacity?
[Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra] twisted_mind:
I set to 0. Don't feel the need honestly at least for my use.
[Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra] anil84:
What's the connect between S22U battery draining too quickly & Samsung Unpacked S23 Ultra!!

S22U has started behaving pathetic...suddenly it requires frequent charge & does not even chasrge super fast...

Samsung way to coerce people to upgrade to new device every year??

@twisted_mind @Virgo_Guy
[Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra] ravi190993:
I made a bigger blunder. I missed adding watch and buds combo in excitement and straight up booked the red one. Now the delivery dates have been shifted to March. I guess will have to settle for the cream color and cancel this red one for the freebies!
[Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra] twisted_mind:
Whoa bro seriously 😱
[Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra] twisted_mind:
Mine's fine. No issues as such. Just new toy fetish 😉
[Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra] Virgo_Guy:
Manufacturers "planned obsole......" is a real thingy, but have no idea if recent updates messed up batterylife of S22U. Super fast works fine in mine but time taken to charge varies depending upon ambient temperature.

Having said this, I never had great batterylife with the S22U, never.
[Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra] twisted_mind:
Sweet sour feeling though this year. Europe gets watch 5 pro and we get the old watch4 classic and buds 2 instead of pro. Looks like they're really clearing out old inventory. Even selling these things sealed might be tough if the market is flooded.

Only saving grace will be the red colour 😇😅
[Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra] 2015Ducatimulti:
yeah I would love a "ALL Red" S23 ultra, not just a black one with red back on it, I had a oneplus 6 Red edition and thing was beautiful or like the all red color of the iphones, where the the frame and everything is red.
[Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra] twisted_mind:
I think the red has sides blacked out although during the Live event it felt like the sides were chrome/steel colour and closer to white. Not sure what I'm getting 🤔😅
[Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra] 2015Ducatimulti:
Yeah I pre-ordered the green one, I had the S22 ultra in green, the green is a different shade on the s23 ultra, but the rest of the colors didn`t stand out for me. I`ll have thin fit aramid case on it anyways.
[Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra] sagarb:
I can confirm after the cancelation of your orders vip pass Still works and additional 5k can be avail by adding 5k worth product. now if you are buying in corporate they added Adld also free.
[Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra] twisted_mind:
But delivery will be after @anil84 which I can't accept. Hence will have to live with losing the 5k offer 🙄
[Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra] observingi:
Is the pre-order offer(2K Welcome offer) valid only till today midnight? Or the timer is just a bait?
[Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra] sagarb:
that is what they mentioned need to check how it works from 4-feb onwards
[Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra] twisted_mind:
Knowing samsung over the years when preorder freebies have been available well until July, I'd say it will most likely be.

What might go away after midnight is the 5k offer. But then again this year is perhaps the weakest after the S4 and then S9 so who knows 😁
[Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra] xhanku:
Anyone facing issue while getting the 8k discount at payment page for EMI? My cart value doesn't change when I enter eligible bank cards..
[Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra] twisted_mind:
Are you doing upgrade from an existing Samsung phone? If yes then it's either the 8k bonus or 8k cashback.
[Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra] xhanku:
Yes, but as soon the EMI option is selected. They remove the additional exchange value.. and then don't add the bank offer
[Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra] twisted_mind:
Until last year it was instant cashback. Dunno know if something's changed this year as the TnC clearly mention to "retain charge slip for 90 days" or something along those lines.
[Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra] abhisheak.bansal:
Welcome offer is of no use. One should use refferal code for 5k extra off. Welcome voucher don't combine with refferal code.
[Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra] observingi:
You mean the welcome voucher is unusable, zero value?

How do I use the referral code? I don't have one and nor do I know if anyone who could offer me the referral code.
[Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra] a43:
Flashing firmware will not help since India and UK are both in same OXM multiregion. You have to use SamFwFRPTool for Windows to change CSC. It's free and will not trigger your Knox.
[Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra] amirage:
RAM plus is a garbage option that needs to be thrown out in the next iteration. It doesn't add any value for devices with more than 8GB of RAM other than unnecessary battery drain. Don't bother enabling it.
[Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra] Abhi117:
I'm experiencing frequently decreased Wi-Fi speeds on S23U. My every other android device including Note10+ behaves faster than S23U, including ping times & download/upload speeds. If I turn on a VPN, matter becomes worse. Sometimes it's stuck at 5 Mbps on fibre connection of 200 Mbps.

On other devices, they easily touches 70 Mbps minimum & on VPN, 35 Mbps minimum.

Atfirst I thought of changing router as it's 3 years old but rest of the devices behaving normally left me in dilemma.

Any help will be helpful.

Mobile data working normally though.
[Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra] lycan_codex:
Is this a WIFI 6 router? Not sure if this is related to the wifi issues people have been facing. if so, then, a fix should be coming soon in the next update.
[Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra] anil84:
Finally.....Got the devices White 1TB & Black 512 GB

Exchange S22U Burgundy 512 GB & Black 512 GB

White & Black both look amazing in real world versus photos

Got it from cafe along with free ADLD insurance & instant redemption of smartclub points

@Virgo_Guy @twisted_mind
[Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra] Abhi117:
It's single band 2.4 GHz.

I have read there are lots of Wifi issues lately with S23U. Hoping to get it fixed in coming updates.
[Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra] pratik_193:
if its 2.4ghz you are connecting on, then you wont get faster speeds. Just get a dual band router, preferred wifi6e router and your issue will be resolved.
[Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra] Abhi117:
2.4 GHz is comfortable enough to provide speeds at 50 Mbps atleast, here I get stuck around 1 to 5 Mbps, that too when other devices are reaching upto 80 Mbps on same router.
[Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra] twisted_mind:
Congrats. Finally you got it.
[Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra] pratik_193:
Alright. Best luck figuring out the issue.
[Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra] Virgo_Guy:
Bought the Green, 512 gigs.

Paid 64k inclusive of insurance (+WatchBuds) for it in exchange for S22U256.

Something unusual (rather strange) is happening @ prebooking strategy and stuff, hence could not get an idea on what's coming up next corporate way. So, pulled the trigger.

Green is overrated - just my opinion.
[Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra] Dpk1:
Since you have ADLD with Buds+watch and such an unbelievable price (after S22 ultra exchange), I think you made a smart decision.

Broadly speaking, you got 76k resale value for your 256 S22 ultra which is approximately 22k more than what Samsung shop would have offered! Hard to beat that offer by corporate discounts they would throw in future!

Even my regular smartcafe dealer was offering 58k (maximum 60k) exchange value for my S22 ultra 512 gb! So, obviously didn't exchange it and rather paid in full for the S23 ultra 1 TB and gave the s22 ultra units to family.
[Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra] billy_butcher:
Finally I got the green colour as well yesterday. Not sure what are they upto, the buds + watch offer is removed from Samsung site.

Paid 45K with free membrane and cover + S22U in exchange, just asked buds 2 to be included.

PS - The green color looks way different in different lightning conditions, it is nowhere like last year.
[Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra] anil84:
@twisted_mind @Virgo_Guy @Dpk1

Got S23U, Enabled eSim on Vodafone PP, Sad part is they don't support Android Watches!!

Saying they are in process of enabling it but not sure of timeline

How to use GW4C then? Don't like BT watches!
[Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra] twisted_mind:
No idea about esim as I toggle between galaxy and iPhone monthly. So can't afford to go esim and the stupidity of getting a new physical Sim > activating esim > being locked out of otp for 24 hours every month.
[Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra] billy_butcher:
eSim is not a must to use with watch. I have physical Airtel SIM which works fine with my watch 3. And I think only Jio and Airtel are compatible with LTE watch.
[Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra] anil84:
Galaxy S23 Ultra Offers- Exchange benefit* worth Rs 10,000 + Addnl. Cashback up to Rs 8000 1kx.in/ybypPZ #SamsungCorporate+

@Virgo_Guy @sasha8200

They reduced exchange value to 42k now but offering 10k extra (52k) + 8k bank discount can be clubbed!

Still lesser than offline which at base offering 55k for exchange + 8k bonus

And no watch or buds!!
[Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra] twisted_mind:
Are you by chance a distant relative of nirmala sitharaman? This much quantum mathematics is going way over me. I would just buy at the label mrp price 😬
[Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra] anil84:
just an update ;-)
[Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra] Dpk1:
I have no clue. I myself was thinking to get esim (Airtel) activated on my watch, but pretty busy with work this month.

P.S. - The official samsung leather case is holding on pretty good for my daily use. Really liking it, I think it is the best official case for S23 ultra and possibly one of the best cases overall!
[Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra] dr.ketan:
I am using on Jio

Very easy to configure. Also no needs to have extra esim. I am using physical SIM on phone + same esim on watch.
[Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra] Virgo_Guy:
I checked this before heading towards the store to buy yesterday. I had a blind guess that since exchange bonus is of 10k "now" + 8k card discount(and not either or atleast in Samsung official website), probably stores would be able to club it as well but that turned out to be false. After 6th, it may happen - this is only a guess considering buds&watch may not be on the platter post 6th anywhere.