I wish there was an SD card slot, but a South Korean reviewer opened the S21 up, and all the space for it was taken by the cameras Samsung keeps adding
Why does everyone reviewer hate the curved screen. Most people I talk to who are regular Samsung fans, Really like the curves, or don't mind them I love the way it makes me feel like there are no bezels....
@@ljeans531 I used galaxy note8 which has edge screen. when I grab my phone with one hand, my parm touches edge screen and that was quite disturbing. Now I'm using S21(flat screen) it feels good.
@@ljeans531 I think many of us a bit older cannot understand why anyone would want form over function, a flat-screen is far superior for doing stuff on. This is a device to do stuff on, for me and others, not a piece of jewellery.
Great to see u still reviewing tech Lisa! I started watching when u were reviewing Samsung Note 10.1 tabs years ago and thought u did a great job. Its cool seeing an older person reviewing this stuff as the younger generation seem to think us oldies dont know anything about tech or are not very demanding - which really annoys me! Keep up the excellent work and many thanks to you Lisa.
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Great video as usual Lisa What do you think of the S21 vs the S20? Is it a downgrade? It seems they took away a LOT of features and even the screen curve (which essentially was the major differentiator between Samsung and any other brand)
Why does everyone reviewer hate the curved screen. Most people I talk to who are regular Samsung fans, Really like the curves, or don't mind them I love the way it makes me feel like there are no bezels....
@@ljeans531 Maybe because I have long fingers and fairly large hands for a woman; every time I hold a curved screen phone I get the accidental edge press thing.
I think people need to get over the whole "expensive things need to have expensive materials" ideology. People have been conditioned over the years to expect glass backs but for most people they are only ever going to appreciate that texture when they first get the phone and whenever they remove the case for cleaning or whatever. I felt the S21 and the S21 + at a TMobile. I was running my hands across the back of both of them and they felt damn near identical.
Arguments for sides really , if i buy a premium model i expect the premium stuff , but as it is currently in these new now lower specced , models you could no longer call the lower S models premium models anymore . Samsung has knobbled the shit out of them .
I have the S21 and a two year old so plastic is better. I don't get why people want glass or why it's considered premium. Because it breaks easily and needs babied is that why it is premium?
They were trying to be like their lord and master, APPLE! LOL them trying to be like them is just sickening! I used to like Samsung but here lately.... Not so much.
What do you honestly need an SD card slot for? The only reason they were needed years ago because phones came with a max 64gb, and flash storage was expensive. Now we get what 256gb to 512gb easy. That's enough. You can always remove video and pics from your phone onto a PC.
Took of the case of a S10 and discovered that the back was cracked. So a polymer back might be a good thing. But other than that I don’t really see the point “upgrading” to a S21. It’s not a huge step forward.
Taking delivery of the S21 Ultra tomorrow and looking forward to putting the camera through its paces after the disappointment that was the S20 Ultra (which had several very annoying bugs in addition to the widely reported camera issues). Thanks for the awesome reviews, as always!
I'm trading in my S20 plus for an S21. And only paying $95 also got a ton of bonuses. I never used the MicroSD slot, not once in a 9 month period. I wanted a smaller phone again.
Is size your only concern? bc it seems spec wise going from the 20+ to the 21 is a bit of a downgrade in a few departments, less ram, smaller battery etc
One thing no reviewers mention is the fact that the S21 series do not support MST. (magnetic secure transmission) that means Samsung Pay will only work with NFC, and not with the older traditional payment card systems. It doesnt bother me cos I never use these type of payment systems, but it could be a real issue for some people.
I hope LG doesn't leave the US market. I really like their phones, and less competition is never good for consumers. As always thanks for the interesting review, Lisa.
Brilliant things like what? I wasn't paying attention to the video but what did they get rid of? I definitely don't like the colors and the lack of sd card slot.
@@MrSharkBait561 if you go back a few years , we used to have a dedicated notification light , heart rate sensor , headphone jack , SD card , depending on what country you where in , you got a clear ok ish plastic case , on the go connector , buds , and a charger all in the box , and not forgetting a higher res display . Basically samsung has taken away many of the features that once distinguished its phones from the sea of other phones on the market including apple. pick up an iphone or a samsung phone and what are the benefits of buying a galaxy over an iphone ? Almost nothing . And the iphone has 5 years of updates and a flat display right across the range , and the same flagship processor that is in the iphone pro max regardless of what country you are in is in the iphone mini .
@@mikldude9376 when you make millions of phones a year, removing or adding a component in the phone that costs $1 can save the company millions. Practically, who needs a heart rate sensor when smartwatch are the norm? SD cards are being retired too because developers make a mess of them, it causes ridiculous fragmentation and people tend to buy cheap cards that don't support the high bit rate of modern cameras too. In addition, with cloud storage increasingly becoming popular, it just isn't needed. Stay with the times
@@pepe9735 who the hell need coil coolant in a phone if the heat can't radiant through the back? You can't have it both ways. Since when do they have a cheap plastic back anyway
I find that a problem with Pixel phones , currently I have the 3a ,nothing wrong with it but it's just.....boring. At least with Samsung the software experience is richer .
@@johnburrows3385 oneplus is great too I have a good time with these phone but I feel like a camera should be one of the top priorities and I don't like how mediocre the camera is..
Watched on my S21. It has good features and all the things you said plus it's ip68 rated. I'm not gonna shower with it but if it rains i can make a phone call. Great review and bacon rocks!
I'm updating from an S8 so this is huge for me. I saw it didn't have an SD card slot and became concerned. I intend on taking a lot more photos and can't afford the 258GB option. But hey.. it turns out I've only been using 60/64GB of storage + a 16GB SD card so I think I'll manage.
Another excellent review, Lisa. Think I will stay with the ol' Motorola for a while longer. With LG leaving the market place, the manufacturers are dwindling. There are only so many new features one can put on a phone. Thanks. Stay safe.
Love your t-shirt! I prefer the more squared look of the Note line. I have the Note 20 Ultra.... I appreciate the integrated s-pen and SD card. Looking forward to the new Note whenever it comes out. Yes, I am hoping it still gets released!
LG offered a phone with a lot more for less. V60, mSDcard, headphone jack (one of the best here is), support for wacom active stylus, basically an Spen, and more. And still people wouldn't even noticed and half that did complained about the 1080x2460 resolution. But I bet the Samsungs will be flying off the shell. Samsung has been offering less and less every year. LG is underrated and Samsung is over rated. Nevertheless, you videos, like your shirts, are always amazing.
@@ndrwbatchelor Bigger battery, microSD card expansion a headphone jack with QuadDAC amp for 700 tops. It is literally offering you more features for less money.
@@mobiletechreview I had to re-watch it and yes you did talked about it for 8 seconds but no mention of the missing mst featured. Hopefully when you have to review the s21 ultra, you'll go more in depth about this lack of perks that we Samsung owners are accustomed to.
Does anyone know if you can cancel the new samsung pre-order to change the color and or model in lineup. If so how long does it take to get your money back. I think I want to change my s21 plus color or upgrade to ultra
I'm pretty sure you can cancel it . Don't know how long to get your money back to reorder . Worst case scenario.. 10 business days ? Which will push it past the preorder window though ..
Due for my upgrade in 2mths so been looking to see what's the latest Samsung as am a Samsung fan thank you for this information at the moment I got a Samsung Galaxy s8 so waiting patiently lol
I ordered mine last week. Came in Tuesday. Bought a clear case for it. Got it for $250.00 less through Best buy. I down sized from a Note 10+. Before that, I had the Note 8. I got tired of a big phone. I like the s21.
Thanks as always for the review! Do you know if eSIM is enabled on the US model of the S21? Their website advertises that it is, but it was for the S20s as well and after release it turned out that wasn't true for US models and it was disabled in the firmware. I need dual SIM functionality and have been trying to get a definitive answer on this one with no luck!
@@Xx23YT23xX The Exonys version sold in other markets is dual sim...the US one has a single sim card slot and eSIM built in, but Samsung has a knack for not actually enabling the eSIM functionality for some reason.
excellent work as usual....my last samsung was s7 edge and i wasnt keen on the curved display to be honest...lack of micro sd on new phones is ok with the amount of onboard storage now.
I think so! I mean, aside from bigger battery and nicer display.. I think that s21 ultra's biggest improvement there is the camera. So if you're not a power camera user, I'll definitely recommend s21+ :)
I love the phone, not a huge fan of the battery life so far. It seems to do OK when in an area with good cellular reception, however when you don't get good signal it seems to do and awful lot of signal searching which drains the battery.
Why does everyone reviewer hate the curved screen. Most people I talk to who are regular Samsung fans, Really like the curves, or don't mind them I love the way it makes me feel like there are no bezels....
Great video as usual Lisa What do you think of the S21 vs the S20? Is it a downgrade? It seems they took away a LOT of features and even the screen curve (which essentially was the major differentiator between Samsung and any other brand)
I would personally go S21 Ultra. The S21 only had a 1080p screen. That personally would be the deal breaker. And I wouldn’t choose the S20 since it had an older processor
I can't get used too not having a WhatsApp message alert or red button charging symbol or pressing the screen to open it up keep having to press the side button. If anyone know anything please let me know.
Great review, and the info is very helpful. Having been in the Apple ecosystem for many years, and just updated to iPhone 12 Pro, I find myself wanting to switch to Samsung Galaxy. This looks like a great alternative! Wish I had seen this before I upgraded my iPhone.
Can the s21 cast to tv without using Chromecast or a router, i.e. just using WiFi data? I don't have a router, just use my unlimited data on T-Mobile. I'm cheap, just use my data for internet. Been using a Netgear Push2TV to cast to tv, hoping s21 can cast using the Push2TV.
I personally prefer the larger screen and larger battery of the FE vs s21. A few reviews that tested the battery life said they were disappointed in s21. IMO it's also nice to have the option of expandable memory, and I would be surprised if the processor is that noticeable of a difference to most people. Cheers!
Does someone know if the Samsung S21 have Snapdragon on all devices or does it have also Exynos? I ask this cause i see the snapdragon is better than exynos and want that. But in EU it have Exynos. So i am wondering if all country is differently and have different process.
Samsung fans will buy the s20 whatever but those not tied to an OEM will not find the s20 that persuasive. Samsung has tried to make it look better than it is with some deals but if you do not need another set of Galaxy Buds or accessories then the value of the freebies are more in resale value (probably a lot less than the listed price). The s20 looks half-hearted and against the upcoming phones in Europe will need healthy discounts sooner rather than later to sell. I will wait for the OP9P or Mi11P of Xperia 1 mk3 and there is a multiple of other phones coming from China that will be similar. I understand the phones I mentioned are not as cheap as they are in the UK, the Xperia 1 mk2 was around £800 on contract last year and the mk 1 was £560 when new. I assume other OEMs struggle in the US due to Samsung and Apple dominating, it is a strange market where consumers settle on effectively an oligopoly! S20; good phone, nothing special, and maybe £200 too expensive.
I watch a few tech UA-cam creators but I love seeing more women in the business. A nice detailed video as always. I'll be hanging on to my N20U for quite awhile.
I have s20 plus n I don't see this as a upgrade at all. And not being able to put my SD card in SMH! I like flat screens but they dropped the ball imo And a charger wire is probably 25 cents to them. Crazy
I was thinking LG for my next phone and then Lisa says they might stop making them😭 And with Sony skipping Canada I’m not hopeful I’ll be in one of the possible select markets
I love my S21. Battery life is weird. I turned off all power saving settings and got 9 hours and 27 minutes BUT today I had all power saving settings on and only got 5 hours. Wtf? Other then that I LOVE LOVE LOVE this phone. I got mine for 400 switching to xfinity mobile. If anyone is interested in this phone and it's too expensive check out Samsung a52
On video reviews I was honestly drawn to the violet color and gold accents, seemed very luxurious to me. But I went into a local retailer and the violet is much brighter than I had hoped and the gold is a slightly pink rose gold. Doesn't mean you won't love it but I decided to choose a different color for myself.
Apple never offered it, Samsung has now stopped offering it. You'll likely see other manufacturers drop SD card expansion this year, if they even offered it in the first place. Ditto not including a charger and headphones. Your options will become very limited.
@@misterhoeflak Luckily, there's plenty of other phones out there that still have it. Almost all non-flagship phones still carry MicroSD card slot, 3.5mm audio jack and even accessories in the box. It's the people buying the flagship phones who are being taken for a ride by these big companies. It's hilarious actually.
If you already own the S20 and you're thinking about upgrading to the S21 do not do it!! You will lose 4 gigabytes of RAM you will lose your SD card which is extra storage for your phone unlike iPhone 🤔 Why!! You will also lose your screen resolution it only is capable of 1080p now the Samsung S20 does 4K & Beyond Also it feels much cheaper plastic back?? Also the camera protrudes from the back of the phone on the corner so if you drop it you'll damage the camera way easier the glass over the camera I would advise anyone to stay away from the S21 and just stick with the s20 it's a far better phone you can get it for the same price cuz it's a year old now.
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THIS is the review i was waiting for. Tired of seeing all the Ultra reviews.
I wish there was an SD card slot, but a South Korean reviewer opened the S21 up, and all the space for it was taken by the cameras Samsung keeps adding
Why does everyone reviewer hate the curved screen.
Most people I talk to who are regular Samsung fans,
Really like the curves, or don't mind them
I love the way it makes me feel like there are no bezels....
But... the sd card slot was the same as the SIM card slot, and that’s still there.
@@ljeans531 I used galaxy note8 which has edge screen. when I grab my phone with one hand, my parm touches edge screen and that was quite disturbing. Now I'm using S21(flat screen) it feels good.
@@ljeans531 I'm personally very happy to have a flat screen although S20 plus was not bad once I installed a case (:
@@ljeans531 I think many of us a bit older cannot understand why anyone would want form over function, a flat-screen is far superior for doing stuff on. This is a device to do stuff on, for me and others, not a piece of jewellery.
Great to see u still reviewing tech Lisa! I started watching when u were reviewing Samsung Note 10.1 tabs years ago and thought u did a great job. Its cool seeing an older person reviewing this stuff as the younger generation seem to think us oldies dont know anything about tech or are not very demanding - which really annoys me! Keep up the excellent work and many thanks to you Lisa.
I just got the new galaxy s21 yesterday its so cool quick awesome screen and amazing camera quality like 8k I had the galaxy s9 so this is new to me😄
I can't afford almost anything of what you review, but i love to watch it anyway :D
Samsung has a deal right now on this phone. They can give you hundreds of dollars for you trade in and you can make monthly payments.
Sounds like you need a better paying job my dude
She reviews a lot so a lot of us can't afford hahaha.
I love incremental updates. No crazy firstgen stuff that turns users into testbunnies, just improvements with the smallest chance of screwups.
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Great video as usual Lisa
What do you think of the S21 vs the S20? Is it a downgrade? It seems they took away a LOT of features and even the screen curve (which essentially was the major differentiator between Samsung and any other brand)
Why does everyone reviewer hate the curved screen.
Most people I talk to who are regular Samsung fans,
Really like the curves, or don't mind them
I love the way it makes me feel like there are no bezels....
A mistake at the 9:05 minute mark S21 plus has 4800 mah battery not 4500
@@ljeans531 Maybe because I have long fingers and fairly large hands for a woman; every time I hold a curved screen phone I get the accidental edge press thing.
@@mobiletechreview Thanks, I agree.
When the curves are minimal, I feel they are not as intrusive as the really extremely curved screens
I think people need to get over the whole "expensive things need to have expensive materials" ideology. People have been conditioned over the years to expect glass backs but for most people they are only ever going to appreciate that texture when they first get the phone and whenever they remove the case for cleaning or whatever. I felt the S21 and the S21 + at a TMobile. I was running my hands across the back of both of them and they felt damn near identical.
Arguments for sides really , if i buy a premium model i expect the premium stuff , but as it is currently in these new now lower specced , models you could no longer call the lower S models premium models anymore .
Samsung has knobbled the shit out of them .
I have the S21 and a two year old so plastic is better. I don't get why people want glass or why it's considered premium. Because it breaks easily and needs babied is that why it is premium?
No SD slot is sad, very sad
Can you look at some of the new laptops from Lenovo?
No SD card slot is a deal breaker for me. What the Hell were they thinking...
They were trying to be like their lord and master, APPLE!
LOL
them trying to be like them is just sickening!
I used to like Samsung but here lately.... Not so much.
What do you honestly need an SD card slot for? The only reason they were needed years ago because phones came with a max 64gb, and flash storage was expensive. Now we get what 256gb to 512gb easy. That's enough. You can always remove video and pics from your phone onto a PC.
same, no buy for me.
@@PhillipLemmon same,
It really hurts and they prob could fit it in
@@PhillipLemmon samsung forgets the silent majority of the consumer world
They listen to influencers WAY too much
Came for the s21 review walked away with a clear case :P
Love your reviews!😍
Practical and not trying to make the reviews as some kind of tv show❤
Took of the case of a S10 and discovered that the back was cracked. So a polymer back might be a good thing. But other than that I don’t really see the point “upgrading” to a S21. It’s not a huge step forward.
If you have an s20, then upgrading is a no brainer. Take a look at the preorder deals and the trade in value they're offering.
I swear. You and Flossycarter at the 2 best tech youtubers!!!!
They should collaborate!
Taking delivery of the S21 Ultra tomorrow and looking forward to putting the camera through its paces after the disappointment that was the S20 Ultra (which had several very annoying bugs in addition to the widely reported camera issues). Thanks for the awesome reviews, as always!
Hello, I hesitate between the S20 fe and the s21. You advise me which one please?
These reviews are just the best out there. Just traded in my S9 for this!
I'm trading in my S20 plus for an S21. And only paying $95 also got a ton of bonuses. I never used the MicroSD slot, not once in a 9 month period. I wanted a smaller phone again.
Such a bargain
Same here! Traded my note 9, they gave me 350.00 plus military discount and 100.00 Samsung store credit.
Not a bad deal....
Is size your only concern? bc it seems spec wise going from the 20+ to the 21 is a bit of a downgrade in a few departments, less ram, smaller battery etc
@@qnzman578 no but I just prefer a newer device mine is only worth $550-600
The only reason Im getting the s21 ia because i wont get $400 credit for my cracked s10 anywhere else 😂
One thing no reviewers mention is the fact that the S21 series do not support MST. (magnetic secure transmission) that means Samsung Pay will only work with NFC, and not with the older traditional payment card systems. It doesnt bother me cos I never use these type of payment systems, but it could be a real issue for some people.
I hope LG doesn't leave the US market. I really like their phones, and less competition is never good for consumers. As always thanks for the interesting review, Lisa.
I'm coming from a note 10 plus. Was looking for a smaller phone. Works for me.
I prefer plastic backs. They won't break. The glass back of the s10 was never visible due to the use of a case. Glass jacks are too fragile.
Not discontinuing brilliant things every year would be a good start, wouldn't it?
Brilliant things like what? I wasn't paying attention to the video but what did they get rid of? I definitely don't like the colors and the lack of sd card slot.
@@MrSharkBait561 if you go back a few years , we used to have a dedicated notification light , heart rate sensor , headphone jack , SD card , depending on what country you where in , you got a clear ok ish plastic case , on the go connector , buds , and a charger all in the box , and not forgetting a higher res display .
Basically samsung has taken away many of the features that once distinguished its phones from the sea of other phones on the market including apple.
pick up an iphone or a samsung phone and what are the benefits of buying a galaxy over an iphone ?
Almost nothing .
And the iphone has 5 years of updates and a flat display right across the range , and the same flagship processor that is in the iphone pro max regardless of what country you are in is in the iphone mini .
@@mikldude9376 when you make millions of phones a year, removing or adding a component in the phone that costs $1 can save the company millions. Practically, who needs a heart rate sensor when smartwatch are the norm? SD cards are being retired too because developers make a mess of them, it causes ridiculous fragmentation and people tend to buy cheap cards that don't support the high bit rate of modern cameras too. In addition, with cloud storage increasingly becoming popular, it just isn't needed. Stay with the times
@@pepe9735 who the hell need coil coolant in a phone if the heat can't radiant through the back? You can't have it both ways. Since when do they have a cheap plastic back anyway
@@pepe9735 you are far smarter than most folks!
After i buy a new phone I'm bored and over it in a week.
SAME. I get so excited when I research and look at videos. It arrives. Unbox. Eh. It's a phone. :)
Agreed
Phones haven’t been exciting for years
@@angelcitygirl ur 1,000% correct
I find that a problem with Pixel phones , currently I have the 3a ,nothing wrong with it but it's just.....boring. At least with Samsung the software experience is richer .
@@johnburrows3385 oneplus is great too I have a good time with these phone but I feel like a camera should be one of the top priorities and I don't like how mediocre the camera is..
9:04 hey btw the S21+ has a 4800 mAh battery , not 4500
Man i love to watch your reviews. Always great. Many thanks.
Watched on my S21. It has good features and all the things you said plus it's ip68 rated. I'm not gonna shower with it but if it rains i can make a phone call. Great review and bacon rocks!
I'm updating from an S8 so this is huge for me. I saw it didn't have an SD card slot and became concerned. I intend on taking a lot more photos and can't afford the 258GB option. But hey.. it turns out I've only been using 60/64GB of storage + a 16GB SD card so I think I'll manage.
I'm also upgrading from an S8, good to know. It's between this and Pixel for me.
do those cases work with wireless charging?
Another excellent review, Lisa. Think I will stay with the ol' Motorola for a while longer. With LG leaving the market place, the manufacturers are dwindling. There are only so many new features one can put on a phone. Thanks. Stay safe.
Isn’t it potentially leaving not definitely leaving? Anyways seems like I can only look to Sony for a proper phone without taking all basic features
Merry belated Christmas, and Happy belated New Year, Lisa!!🎄🌹🎄
do you think it's worth upgrading to s21+ from s20+ exynos? :((
Loved that t-shirt with elements on it ❤️
plastic back is good. cheap to replace it. no need to put case on
was looking for this review, thank you
Love your t-shirt! I prefer the more squared look of the Note line. I have the Note 20 Ultra.... I appreciate the integrated s-pen and SD card. Looking forward to the new Note whenever it comes out. Yes, I am hoping it still gets released!
LG offered a phone with a lot more for less. V60, mSDcard, headphone jack (one of the best here is), support for wacom active stylus, basically an Spen, and more. And still people wouldn't even noticed and half that did complained about the 1080x2460 resolution. But I bet the Samsungs will be flying off the shell. Samsung has been offering less and less every year. LG is underrated and Samsung is over rated.
Nevertheless, you videos, like your shirts, are always amazing.
Samsung really needs to stop removing features but the V60 definitely does not give ‘more phone for less’
@@ndrwbatchelor Bigger battery, microSD card expansion a headphone jack with QuadDAC amp for 700 tops. It is literally offering you more features for less money.
@@Omizuke Higher pixel density, telephoto camera, reverse wireless charging, better processor. And both phones $800 at launch
Aww, for the sleeping cat photo as well as the pond ducks. Oh, and great review as always ;-))
Did she mention anything about the sd card expansion missing? Or the mst from samsung pay missing? WTF?
Why not watch the video to find out? Both are covered in this video.
@@mobiletechreview I had to re-watch it and yes you did talked about it for 8 seconds but no mention of the missing mst featured. Hopefully when you have to review the s21 ultra, you'll go more in depth about this lack of perks that we Samsung owners are accustomed to.
Does anyone know if you can cancel the new samsung pre-order to change the color and or model in lineup. If so how long does it take to get your money back. I think I want to change my s21 plus color or upgrade to ultra
I'm pretty sure you can cancel it . Don't know how long to get your money back to reorder . Worst case scenario.. 10 business days ? Which will push it past the preorder window though ..
I did under account. Took about 5 days 4 refund
I'm waiting for my s21 plus this week... sending back my s10... very exited, thanks for the review!!
Reviewers really should mention the preorder and trade in deals samsung is offering now.
Yep I got 500 dollars off😀
No SD Card slot makes the phone virtually more expensive + plastic build - massively overpriced to Pixel 5 or S10e back in the days... 🤕
Plastic back is the way to go
Due for my upgrade in 2mths so been looking to see what's the latest Samsung as am a Samsung fan thank you for this information at the moment I got a Samsung Galaxy s8 so waiting patiently lol
I ordered mine last week. Came in Tuesday. Bought a clear case for it. Got it for $250.00 less through Best buy. I down sized from a Note 10+. Before that, I had the Note 8. I got tired of a big phone. I like the s21.
I absolutely love your review style!!!! Thank you
Amazing camera shot
Did they fix the auto focus issue that plagues the s20 that they can't fix?
I have the S21 and the autofocus works well IMHO
It doesn't come with a screen protector pre-applied?
Our units did not.
Thanks as always for the review! Do you know if eSIM is enabled on the US model of the S21? Their website advertises that it is, but it was for the S20s as well and after release it turned out that wasn't true for US models and it was disabled in the firmware. I need dual SIM functionality and have been trying to get a definitive answer on this one with no luck!
Isnt it dual sim anyway?
@@Xx23YT23xX The Exonys version sold in other markets is dual sim...the US one has a single sim card slot and eSIM built in, but Samsung has a knack for not actually enabling the eSIM functionality for some reason.
The eSIM isn't appearing in connection settings on our US unlocked units.
@@mobiletechreview Bummer. Thanks for looking into that!
Asking before I finish watching, but is the SIM tray still plastic? The tray on my S8 cracked and i was almost SOL. Hopefully they changed this
excellent work as usual....my last samsung was s7 edge and i wasnt keen on the curved display to be honest...lack of micro sd on new phones is ok with the amount of onboard storage now.
Big fan of your videos!!
Do you think that the 21 plus is worth getting over the ultra if I'm not a power camera user?
I think so! I mean, aside from bigger battery and nicer display.. I think that s21 ultra's biggest improvement there is the camera. So if you're not a power camera user, I'll definitely recommend s21+ :)
👀 I enjoyed your review, thorough and fair. I do like Samsung devices. Blessings on your day 👍🏻
Wow ,what a great review on the s21,thanks 👍🏻
I'm watching this before the S21 Ultra review cause I'm saving the best for last.
Personally, I'm sold on the design alone. Great review, as per usual.
Is the camera really worth the money ?
I just bought the S20 FE 3 weeks ago. And this thing is not an upgrade at all for the extra money and no micro SD card.
But what about the s21 120hz screen and fast 888 snapdragon
Wake me up when the underscreen camera's happening. Great vidvas usually, thanks.
I haven’t seen one of your videos in a while. Great work
I love the phone, not a huge fan of the battery life so far. It seems to do OK when in an area with good cellular reception, however when you don't get good signal it seems to do and awful lot of signal searching which drains the battery.
how do you put sd contents on phone
Why does everyone reviewer hate the curved screen.
Most people I talk to who are regular Samsung fans,
Really like the curves, or don't mind them
I love the way it makes me feel like there are no bezels....
They suck ass! Active people as myself break them constantly
Regular vanilla S21 review, that's awesome! Great video as always :)
Great video as usual Lisa
What do you think of the S21 vs the S20? Is it a downgrade? It seems they took away a LOT of features and even the screen curve (which essentially was the major differentiator between Samsung and any other brand)
I would personally go S21 Ultra. The S21 only had a 1080p screen. That personally would be the deal breaker. And I wouldn’t choose the S20 since it had an older processor
I can't get used too not having a WhatsApp message alert or red button charging symbol or pressing the screen to open it up keep having to press the side button. If anyone know anything please let me know.
Double tap the screen to wake it up.
Great review, and the info is very helpful. Having been in the Apple ecosystem for many years, and just updated to iPhone 12 Pro, I find myself wanting to switch to Samsung Galaxy. This looks like a great alternative! Wish I had seen this before I upgraded my iPhone.
Can the s21 cast to tv without using Chromecast or a router, i.e. just using WiFi data? I don't have a router, just use my unlimited data on T-Mobile. I'm cheap, just use my data for internet. Been using a Netgear Push2TV to cast to tv, hoping s21 can cast using the Push2TV.
Wi-Fi direct is what you're talking about. Yes it can.
If you're trying to choose between the s20 FE and the S21.... Go S21, the processor brings a better experience
I personally prefer the larger screen and larger battery of the FE vs s21. A few reviews that tested the battery life said they were disappointed in s21. IMO it's also nice to have the option of expandable memory, and I would be surprised if the processor is that noticeable of a difference to most people.
Cheers!
Does someone know if the Samsung S21 have Snapdragon on all devices or does it have also Exynos?
I ask this cause i see the snapdragon is better than exynos and want that.
But in EU it have Exynos.
So i am wondering if all country is differently and have different process.
The USA is the only country that get the Snapdragon version.
Great review!!
Is it time to upgrade from S10 plus?
I have. Got the s21 for £450 with trade in my s10+
Only if you have money to burn.
thanks Lisa... superb as always..
Just pre-ordered this to replace my 4a, came here to see if I should keep the pre-order!
Thank you for the review. Constant talking. Yet full of useful info tips and anecdotes.
Samsung fans will buy the s20 whatever but those not tied to an OEM will not find the s20 that persuasive. Samsung has tried to make it look better than it is with some deals but if you do not need another set of Galaxy Buds or accessories then the value of the freebies are more in resale value (probably a lot less than the listed price).
The s20 looks half-hearted and against the upcoming phones in Europe will need healthy discounts sooner rather than later to sell. I will wait for the OP9P or Mi11P of Xperia 1 mk3 and there is a multiple of other phones coming from China that will be similar. I understand the phones I mentioned are not as cheap as they are in the UK, the Xperia 1 mk2 was around £800 on contract last year and the mk 1 was £560 when new. I assume other OEMs struggle in the US due to Samsung and Apple dominating, it is a strange market where consumers settle on effectively an oligopoly!
S20; good phone, nothing special, and maybe £200 too expensive.
Good review Lisa
nice done review...balanced and mature🙂
I watch a few tech UA-cam creators but I love seeing more women in the business. A nice detailed video as always. I'll be hanging on to my N20U for quite awhile.
My S21+ arrives Wednesday 🙌🏽
Your reviews are the best
I disagree with you; the cameras are not way better on the S21 Ultra
i pre ordered the samsung galaxy s21 5G phantom pink 256gb
S21 plus actually has a larger battery this year, at 4,800 mah
Love your videos I love samsung galaxy phones watching on my samsung galaxy s20 plus stay safe and healthy ❤❤❤
I have s20 plus n I don't see this as a upgrade at all. And not being able to put my SD card in SMH! I like flat screens but they dropped the ball imo
And a charger wire is probably 25 cents to them. Crazy
6:57 -> 😻
I was thinking LG for my next phone and then Lisa says they might stop making them😭 And with Sony skipping Canada I’m not hopeful I’ll be in one of the possible select markets
Watching this vid with S21. It's really good phone.
How did you get yours so early?
@@Toyeboy89 I preordered in korea
@@pudding2501 great! Is it SD 888 or Exynos?
@@Toyeboy89 exynos
@@Toyeboy89 congrts...hwz the performance, heating issues, battery...
I love my S21. Battery life is weird. I turned off all power saving settings and got 9 hours and 27 minutes BUT today I had all power saving settings on and only got 5 hours. Wtf? Other then that I LOVE LOVE LOVE this phone. I got mine for 400 switching to xfinity mobile. If anyone is interested in this phone and it's too expensive check out Samsung a52
the no micro sd is more a "we will get much more money if we double memory for 200 more" measure. To hell with customers right? lol
Is the violet color also for men, or only for women?
On video reviews I was honestly drawn to the violet color and gold accents, seemed very luxurious to me. But I went into a local retailer and the violet is much brighter than I had hoped and the gold is a slightly pink rose gold. Doesn't mean you won't love it but I decided to choose a different color for myself.
@@40WAT3R thank you
@@40WAT3R I'm the opposite because I get tired of black phones so I went with the purple just to have something different.
No SD card no Samsung , period .
Apple never offered it, Samsung has now stopped offering it. You'll likely see other manufacturers drop SD card expansion this year, if they even offered it in the first place. Ditto not including a charger and headphones. Your options will become very limited.
@@misterhoeflak Luckily, there's plenty of other phones out there that still have it. Almost all non-flagship phones still carry MicroSD card slot, 3.5mm audio jack and even accessories in the box. It's the people buying the flagship phones who are being taken for a ride by these big companies. It's hilarious actually.
Awesome shirt!!!
Awesome T!
I am with a s7 and maybe i gonna wait until s23
If you already own the S20 and you're thinking about upgrading to the S21 do not do it!! You will lose 4 gigabytes of RAM you will lose your SD card which is extra storage for your phone unlike iPhone 🤔 Why!! You will also lose your screen resolution it only is capable of 1080p now the Samsung S20 does 4K & Beyond Also it feels much cheaper plastic back?? Also the camera protrudes from the back of the phone on the corner so if you drop it you'll damage the camera way easier the glass over the camera I would advise anyone to stay away from the S21 and just stick with the s20 it's a far better phone you can get it for the same price cuz it's a year old now.
Thank you! I'm so tired of the tech nerds with their loud ass music and odd videos. Show us the phone and talk. ❤❤❤❤