@@lesleyhaan116nah who tf still uses these cranky old iphones, you can buy an old $200 iphone x and it'll probably be 10x better than those old antiques
Not that you’re ever overly negative in your reviews but I think this is the most glowing review I’ve seen you make over the years. You seem legitimately satisfied, even a little giddy about the refinements, without going over the top. I’m excited for this device
This "Apple Employee" literally said 'They boxed out the corner of the screens in the Samsung just like an iPhone' 🤡🤡🤡. Marques, have you ever noticed the corners of the iPhone. 'This guy is the greatest investment Apple have ever made'.
@@shameernazar4466 this guy made a sueprb video all praise for the android and here you are still calling him the apple employee hahahaha cant really please everyone huh? 🤣
Of course he’s going to give it tons of positives. The Samsung phone in the United States has no other android competitors. It’s the only premium Android sold in the United States. He’s not comparing it to the iPhone. Which he absolutely prefers over this device.
never believe marketing until it happens i’ll just pretend thats not a feature. How many such promises have google broken? How many promises has samsung broken? Buy something for what it is today, not 7 years from now. No one will be using these phones 7 years from now anyway, it is designed to be obsolete long before then
Well done Google* “Titanium is only applied on the device frame. Frame does not include volume and side keys.” 🤣 Galaxy AI is just Samsung’s cheap marketing; it doesn’t actually exist. Samsung uses Google Gemini and Google Cloud with features developed by Google.
@@haroldk724 I hate screen protectors. Haven't used any in probably 7 years, and I've only gotten one small scratch that is only barely visible when the screen is off and there's a light shining on it at an angle. Having a better built in screen just gives it a better chance for something like that to not happen again.
I'm a long-time pixel user and will probably move to S24U. Given the price of the top end pixel Vs this... I think it's great value. I'm also a bit fed-up with the lack of pixel features such as no USB-C to HDMI.
yea some other reviewers did tests on the AI stuff and the Pixel still seems to do a better job when it comes to things like magic eraser. It provides better results.
00:40 - Intro 1:19 - Screen & Screenlock 2:40 - Battery 3:30 - Performance & S-Pen 5:08 - Camera 8:30 - Software & AI features (in partnership with Google) 14:45 - Comparison to iPhone 15 Pro Max 16:25 - What's missing? And Summary We're all gonna make it, brahs.
This is probably the first phone review from MKBHD I've watched, where he doesn't mention anything he doesn't like about the phone. This phone is great!!
Smartphones are pretty much at the top of their game. Great cameras,screens, fast chips, lots of features. It’s hard to imagine how it gets much better😂
I'm glad to see that Samsung is stepping up their game with the security updates and OS upgrades. It's important for long-term value and user experience. Well done!
Was about to pre order the iphone 16 pro max (Had a iphone 15 pro max) watched all the videos on it saw there was minor additions. Started looking into the samsung 24 ultra immediatly bought it. Sold my 15 pro max and my Mac Mini (8gbram 256 storage) at a local mac reseller store for 1300$ cash ordered my samsung online for 999.99 took the profit got a portable monitor 4k 120hz 15.6 in and a full size bluetooth keyboard for Dex. NEVER turning back !
Holy crap. This is the first time he didn't say anything bad about Samsung's ultra lineup of phones. Good thing I went ahead and pre-ordered mine and it's getting here today or tomorrow 😊
Oh damn. Going ahead and making decisions based on what other people think and not based on what you as a person wants outta a phone is an amazing character to have dawg.
Man hearing Marques give such an overwhelmingly positive review of a Samsung phone feels like a rarity. Glad i waited for this phone! Nice review as always!
This comment does not make sense, I think the best phone of the year went to S21U as well as S23U, moreover, flips and folds won quite some prizes. I recall S21U was his favorite phone for 2 years almost…
@@Kingkeem305 yep and it was surprisingly easy! There's an app that's incredibly easy to use. I also realized I used way more Google services even on an iPhone, Gmail, Google docs, etc, so it was a really easy move.
I'm with Samsung since the note 4 . Maybe iPhone users don't notice it but there s something on iPhones that no other phone can duplicate . The software response to the touch . Typing or scrolling down just feels unique . Small thing but huge difference
Kudos to Samsung for getting rid of curved screen on their ultra model. Samsung has cone a long way in terms of software. I recall the touchwiz days. Literally had to flash custom rooms like Cyanogen mods. Only thing I miss from old phones are the removable batteries and expandable storage.
Yeah i recall the touchwiz, it really was the worst thing.. i remembered asking my friends to avoid samsung because of that. Now when asked what android phone to recommend, i always go to samsung
Google is way way behind in hardware, the only perk is a more slimmed natove Android OS. Galaxy series has been the most bang for buck always. If you just want to throw away money and are used to Icloud and iphone UI, then you probably won't be able to use an Android. Because Android is like windows/Linux for PC, you have settings for basically everything! And you can do anything with it!
I came back to this video now that I have finally converted from iphone 14 pro max to the S24 ultra. Not gonna lie this change was worth it. The phone is so stinking good. I'm loving it WAY more then ANY apple i've ever owned. I was apple since the 4.
@@dayanetristao2013 it's all down to which ios system you're more comfortable using. I'm android user since the start so I got the s20 ultra. Had no issues so far
You basically just confirmed all the reasons I've been buying the Note and now the S Ultra series phones from Samsung. They're not cheap, but the amount of things on tap that are done either extremely well or well enough that it all adds up being worth the cost to me. Also, as an artist and someone who likes to handwrite, the SPen is incredibly useful and fun. No other phone even has this feature close to this level of refinement so I'd honestly buy the phone just for that if I had to.
Yeah, that S Pen is a total game changer for me. I don't even use it to write/draw that much, but the extra precision when using something like a photo editor and other apps is just absolutely amazing. I don't think I would ever want to go back to any phone that doesn't have it now.
I've been with galaxy, since the note 3. I've settled with note 9, for great sound! I've bought another 9, when the other broke, and I will stay with the note 9. Sound quality is great. I understand that that won't be around forever. How does this SOUND?
Thanks for the review mate. Just ordered the 24 Ultra. I'm using my phone more and more these days for youtube so it's good to see these camera improvements and also durability 👍
Idk for me i still think it sucks, there's some good apps out there like picsart and canva that can easily do all that plus more like changing ppls outfits, hairstyles generating anything , apps like that are awesome. This is the most basic thing in editing apps im kinda disappointed with ths Samsungs ai.
Well, it's all about how you see it. I totally get where you're coming from, but there are folks like me who aren't keen on spending time or effort on downloading extra apps for this stuff. Personally, as long as it's easy to use, I think this tool is great for editing.@@Bb42023
He did praise it a lot. I do wish he’d have included more comparisons in terms of tested specs vs competitors, but that would 1) withdraw from the allure of said phone… and 2) detract from the experience for people who were already going to buy this phone anyway. I think it would be ideal for him to acknowledge point 2 and then (if there’s money on the backend for him from Samsung) do a spec comparison oriented video after this one. He almost has to to remain relevant in the long run, if he abandons logic then he’ll ultimately be replaced for sure (hopefully, and in a general sense, people ignoring the logic in what they submit to viewers will be ignored…)
Absolute monster of a phone. Mine just arrived mid-January. Owned Samsung from almost the beginning of Smartphones. I also always loved windows integration on Android phones that you plug your phone into computer and it shows as a normal extra drive.. still exploring all ai features...
That Windows thing where it is showed basically as another device or storage and gives you freedom to use it for everything it's just very much missed in iOs. I changed to iphone just now and what a limited device 🤦♂️
@@tomasvircik3742well, love it or hate it, Apple wants you in their Ecosystem. And I have to say nothing comes close. It took a long while for android and Windows to match some of the features apple users have enjoyed for years.
@@tomasvircik3742well Apple wants you in the ecosystem. Love it or hate it it does have strengths and it’s taken a long while for windows and android to match the features apple users have enjoyed for over a decade: air drop, continuity, handoff, phone camera used as laptop camera or for presentations etc. And even though those features can be replicated I still find Windows and android limited in how simple and seemless it is with the Apple ecosystem.
@@tomasvircik3742I hear you. You have to buy into the Apple ecosystem completely to reap the benefits of the iPhone. If you already have a Windows computer (and nothing else), an android is a no brainer. If you own a MacBook, iPad, AirPods, Apple Watch, HomePod, Apple TV, etc…the iPhone is way more alluring and works seamlessly with those devices. Much harder decision. I’ll be honest, I came by most of those devices without phone considerations. I’ve been with MacOS since 2006, iPad since 2nd Gen, and AirPods since inception. It’s much harder for me to switch to android these days because I lose so much. Granted, the Galaxy S24 Ultra is such a do it all phone that I could perhaps replace my iPad with it. But I won’t be switching to Windows anytime soon, so I would miss having my messages on both PC and Phone and having airdrop between them.
@@tomasvircik3742it’s an unnecessary feature, i’ve been using an android tablet for around a year now (with my iphone) and i notice it’s a lot more limited than my iphone, i miss being able to download apps like youtube++, there isn’t much developer support on android. it’s also hard to deal with pesky android notifications
@daviddiveroli9331The only reason is financing through carriers. Else no one would be buying these high end phones. I see minimum wage employees with iPhone Pros and Galaxy Ultras all the time.
I have s24 ultra and iphone 15 pro, and I noticed I like using s24 ultra more, the screen is so great for watching videos and reading ebooks, and the new AR coating is fantastic, it feels like reading a ereader.
One thing I noticed is the battery management is absolutely amazing. Where I would run out 15% of my battery, I now run 1-2% max, it's actually insane... Yes my S21 Ultra was getting old and I used it A LOT, so the battery would have been losing efficiency. But my god, that's 7x+ on the top end, I don't think i've ever had that experience when i've upgraded, and i've gone S2 > S4 > S7 Edge > S9 Plus > S21 Ultra > Now this. Not a single one of those upgrades gave me this battery efficiency.
I went back and forth with apple and Samsung my whole life and no, I have the s23 ultra and the battery is insane, I use it a lot too, so it's become a little less efficient but easily go a day and half, and I only charge to 80% @@shadowbanned3044
@@shadowbanned3044 im using s24 ultra & realme 12pro+ for buisness & gaming... But my realme is for taking calls oly... Everything else ill do in samsung for notes to gaming to scanning & everything else sometimes samsung had 2 days of battery but everytime in at night still ill get 40percent to 25percent charge left.... Its more than enough for powerusers like me... I don't know u get an faulty unit or something... S24 ultra has the best battery life in todays flagship. Period
I love that you change the literal aesthetic of the video when you went to aesthetics section of photography. Production is always on-point, but sometimes I just have to shake my head and smile. Well played, MKBHD, well played...
I've had the S8 forever and last night my phone's charging port finally gave up. I got it fixed, but because I was eligible for an upgrade, I bought an S24 Ultra today, largely due to how you meticulously broke down the phone's specs and because of your glowing review. Thanks for the thorough review!
@@teen21Just got my s24 ultra, and I already own an iPhone 14 plus. There's literally no reason to pick the iPhone over the samsung, unless you have a lot of apple stuff and just want to go for the apple ecosystem.
but still...save as sticker isn't actual sticker we talking about. It saves as a normal picture with black background which is sp annoying. Btw, kine is s23+
The whole live translation thing is honestly the most impressive bit of technology ive seen in a long time and i love the tech world. Having my phone be able to live translate a conversation im having was something i dreamed of as a kid and saw in spy movies and shows. Crazy that it was just a feature added to galaxy phones with the most recent software update
It's put into lower brand phones too i just got the moto g04 and it has autotranslation too along with adaptive brightness and battery with a wake to lift feature because it has artificial intelligence in it. Don't pay far more for any phones though because you're only paying for extra features and the main selling point of the galaxy s24 is the camera that's made to seem it's more for professionals but every phone right now the camera takes completely average photos.
@@Harteo3917I just got the Moto Razr 50 2024 and I fkn love it. As u said, it came with live transcribe or whatever. Except instead of just English I have over 20 languages. My screen has better resolution that the ultra too. Literally the only things going for it is the new glass, the camera, and the processor. and they update their phones pretty often compared to Moto. I've been watching sooo many Samsung Flip 4,5,6 switch to the Moto bc it's better unless you take a bunch of pictures.
Yeah but can you send a friend full quality video by text? I can't stand that about android other than that it's the same thing, 99.9% of people don't use their device to it's full potential, it's a phone, navigation tool and social media, that's it, for most people any device works, I'm switching to Apple after more than 10 years with android just for the ability to send good video over text without linking to Google drive or any extra step.
Always love watching MKBHD reviews and the different takes he has while tying in a narrative to each review. Would love to hear his take on the relationship between Samsung and Google rn
What? Guy's milking his subs number, he's one of the laziest reviewers. It's like he doesn't even try anymore. There so but I mean soooo many better out there, objective, creative, enthusiastic reviewers that make MK look amateur-ish.
@@disco.lemonade you are right indeed. This guy and Mrwhosetheboss are among the most scammiest reviewers of all time. They both get paid pretty well to support the company they talk about. They don't deserve this much viewers at all.
@@GeldikYoktunuzz I've mostly had iPhones since 2008 and this is my first Samsung. Mostly just in the learning stage but I do like the Galaxy Watch Ultra more than the Apple Watch. So far the Galaxy S24 is a great phone. I'm just not as familiar with the UI.
"Now on Tap" was an OG thing but it still existed on my S20FE when I bought it. After updating it was lost. It was called "What's on my screen?" And then later called "Search Screen". It was so so so useful for translations of non-text stuff.
Screen search is still there. and this is the reason i don't understand all the fuss about this AI feature, it works on my 3year old device in the same way
I thought I would've hated the flat display when I heard about it , but the way Samsung implemented it makes me fall in love with it. The slightly rounded sides makes it so comfortable to hold.
Worth the wait. I hate that other tech reviewers rushed their so called “review” just for the views while taking advantage of the buzz created by Samsung. I like that MKBHD took his time to give us real and quality “review”. There’s levels to this and I can say MKBHD is at the top.
exactly! I wish a lot of other blacks could learn a thing or two from him. Even as a black, I don't like so many people acting like ghetto just because they're supposed to or their culture says so. like why adhere to stereotypes when you can have your own class? MKBHD truly is inspirational to me, and I wish our community tries to set this bar.
Marques, I would love to see you do a separate video on Samsung and google's need for each other. I've always thought this and think it would be great for you to dive into the subject.
Biased opinion. If he was a truly serious UA-camr he would be extremely honest saying that the s24 ultra is basically an s23 ultra rebadged version with gimmick AI featured, no 10x lens, new processor and copy of apple titanium finish. That’s it. Chinese brands currently are delivering much better phones for cheaper. Oppo find x7 ultra, Honor magic 6 pro, OnePlus 12, vivo x100 pro…I wonder why only small UA-camrs are saying the truth about the new s24 series… nowadays people prefer to be on the good list of big brands instead of saying the real truth
@@RodolphosTechchannel the only thing that I really like on the new s24 ultra is the flat screen honestly,yes it looks a lot like the red magic 8 pro ,otherwise I don't see a reason to upgrade if you have an s22 ultra for example.
Yeah who cares. Do you even realize how many wealthy people there are who have absolutely no desire in a luxury lifestyle even though they can easily afford it. Warren Buffet is one great example of that
Had a s24 plus for 3 months,then I had the chance of going ultra.I was like, why not, might be to big... Gave it a go... Instant love... And the s24 plus is a beast of a phone...
I've had the S22 Ultra since a few months after it came out, and it's still going strong, but I'm actually compelled to get the 24. One of my favorite things about my S22 Ultra is the zoom on it. I actually just use the view finder like binoculars all the time because the zoom is so insane and stable. I really thought I could hold off on an upgrade for longer than this, but the S24 Ultra is just so much better, and the flat screen just makes it perfect
I was in the same situation as you. I had the s22 ultra as well and the feeling of the s24 ultra is so nice. If I were you I'd make he upgrade it's very worth it imo
Heck I'm still sittin' on the 21 Ultra with zero complaints. the 24 is TEMPTING but I can't justify the price for "it's new." I, personally, wouldn't be getting 1300 bucks worth of stuff out of it.
Don't do it. If you yet a dud line one that won't charge, Samsung won't exchange it and will make you return phone, then lose it and won't give a refund. You will be on the phone for weeks with customer service trying to speak to someone you can actually understand and if you are lucky, might break even. I'm considering waiting for googles foldable soley based on Samsung's customer service.
The Samsung S24 Ultra seems like a game-changer with its impressive features and long-term support. Excited to upgrade and experience it myself! Great review as always, Marques!
I hope he shows the differences and advantages of Circle to Search compared to Google Assistant Screen Search. As far as I can tell from personal testing, it's literally just a rebranded feature with a tap and hold activation (circle to search) instead of a swipe and tap activation (Assistant Screen search)
That's the major point for me in a smartphone, because i use the smartphone until it dies (i still use a Samsung Note 9). Support is very important when you stick with the same phone for so long, so, this will be a huge upgrade for me.
7 years of support, but battery will bubble up like in any other Samsung phone I owned. 2 years and the battery starts to become a major problem with Samsung. Never had battery problems with any other phone brand :/.
I dont know about the U.S. But here in the UK they're offering all of the following on each purchase: £100 discount, free upgrade to 512GB, 1yr disney+, 3 months accidental cover, £30 store credit.
I am a Pixel 8 Pro user and when S24 dropped and I saw all the AI features, the first thing I felt was as if this was a Pixel phone on a Samsung Hardware. I was surprised that nobody really mentioned about in the first impression videos! Happy to know that you felt it. Would love to see a video on how Google and Samsung is coming together. Throwback to the Nexus days!
It'll take a lot to get me to move from Pixel. I do love that Samsung and Google are working together to further Android. The Samsung Galaxy Watch 4 is what saved Wear OS.
A very HUGE con of Samsung Galaxy phones is that their screens will go bonk pink liine, green lines, lines, after 2 years + of use, it happened with all my Flagship Samsung, now I wonder if I should contiinue getting these phones since they cost a few ks, I need to last as long, not making the screen damaged and we need to keep changing them.
I ordered the S24+ and am very excited for it. Hobestly price aside, the only things I like more about the Ultra is the 5x telephoto, and the much better Gorilla Glass (anti reflective, and very scratch resistant). Otherwise I'm very excited for the S24+, and prefer the slightly smaller size with rounded corners.
It's not often I get to use the same device Marques drops a review on. Got my S24U couple of days back and the other alternative I considered was Pixel 8 pro. I loved the fact that Google and Samsung joined hands on this, especially at the AI on edge computing paradigm we are embarking on now. Phone is incredible, love that the AI features are not in your face but just there. Integrated as if they were always there. Great video as usual and ya, that video on Google+Samsung against the world is worth exploring. And I think this collaboration could go beyond phones as well, like Google TV on Samsung TVs.
It makes no sense for samsung to offer these AI features just for 2 years, considering that they expect us to use their phones for longer, now that they are offering 7 years of updates. Paying subscription for smart features on a smartphone in a world where we already pay plenty of money for other subscription services makes no sense
@TheReturnOfJMVEntertainment they should if samsung screws it up. but for now it feels like the brand has gained a much better understanding of what consumers want and appreciate. They've always had good hardware and software but now all the small little details are refined and packaged into a neat and sleek design (which is what you need to beat apple)
The synergy between Google and Samsung is welcome and will make things better for every android consumer. The one thing I would like to see is feature drops on Samsungs like Google does with the Pixels and give more attention to older models. The S23 getting these AI features is a step in the right direction. Another thing everyone seems to overlook about Pixels is that their purpose is also to push other manufacturers to make their OS experience better and simpler for their users. I think this is evident with Samsung's recent One UI updates.
Got the base S24 two days ago (I had a S20FE before) and am having fun with all the features. The AI autocorrection is especially helpful to me as a non-native English speaker (the feature is also used for this text). And those seven years of updates are tempting.
@indianpovcanada2462 I have no clue when it's officially launched, but my ISP sent it out on the 23rd, and it arrived on the 24th. Although I'm in Europe, I got the Exynos version.
Does the s twenty four and s twenty four plus have the same reflective coding as the s twenty four ultra which dolls the colors compare to the s twenty three?
@@KeiGGR Woah chill, all I'm saying is that this guy consistently delivers one of the best reviews on UA-cam. Even just by watching the intro, you can tell that while doing that, he still manages to keep them unique and a little different every time.
The 7yo software support is indeed a commitment to sustainability. All companies, regardless of the phone specs should be doing the same. There's such a huge problem with the ewaste which noone is considering unfortunately 😢
i wouldn't be surprised if it's not mandatory by EU laws, and this is the only reason they did it. Or, Google's stock and one ui are now so similar that they can just save half the work.
Software updates aren't always a good thing. sometimes software updates actually slow down the phone as it's new software on Old Hardware... making you want a new phone.
I went from a S10 to the S22 ultra. I've had the S22 for two years and it is still the best phone I have ever experienced. I'll be upgrading to the S24 ultra this year partly because of this review. I TRUST your reviews and I know you're going to be honest, good or bad. Thank you!!
@@dia5210no. I'm still using mine right now. Still. Super fast. I'm waiting for my pre order for 24 ultra now. But not in a rush for it because my ultra 22 still very fast.
It doesn't surprise me that every one of your videos is extremely informative to everyone, whether you're a tech guy or just the average person using a phone. You're awesome dude
That's still a great phone, outdated, but does everything well enough. My father wont give up his S10, I've tried to upgrade him 2 times since the S21 and he turns me down everytime.
I got it immediately; after waiting years from the note not being available, to this "ultra" being a significantly more expensive upgrade and skipping ANOTHER year, finally pulled the trigger and I effing love it. Black, but all the colors are sweet.
@unknownyoutuber9328 well I love it, I had samsung now for many years and bought it only based on his reviews and I Never regret. It's a beautiful phone 📱 and I got 1TB memory one as I take lots of pictures 📸 and videos 📹
So? The s22 ultra is still supported, is it getting Galaxy AI? No. So what's the use of being supported when you don't get the newest stuff? In fact, do you get upgrades? Cause the s23 ultra's reviewiews from launch, the photos it did back then look better than the ones it does now? As stated by GSM arena. What if these updates in fact are meant to gimp your phone so you need to upgrade to the next one each year?
16:27 Call screening is ALREADY available on samsung devices and has been for over a year now! It can be enabled in the phone app settings. Its called "bixby Text Call"
@@aspj5132 on the S24 they're basically the same thing as Pixel phone. This time google went on with a full collaboration with samsung with all the AI features and such.
7 months with this phone, and I'm still discovering new stuff about it that I never knew it was even there to being with. It just keeps getting better and better with time. In my opinion, the iPhone 16 Pro Max doesn't even come close to what this phone is capable of. Circle to search is comes in really handy to me several times.
whenever I purchase a new phone I come here first...for the most thorough, honest and non-biased review. appreciate you my guy because you let me know features I never knew existed! thank you
12:58 Marques circled his portrait and expected to have his youtube channel to be popped up but only his hoodie information was listed - Emotional Damage -
I feel like what people miss is that with Samsung, all their newest flagships fix almost all the issues that their users have with the phone. Which is why I think if you just want the most user optimised and the most powerful and the best camera Samsung is the way to go, for sure.
Watching this video again... this time on my S24 Ultra feels nice 😊 But honestly, my Mate 20X has some years of life left in it. Such a good phone as well.
He is a biased or paid reviewer... Because whatever Samsung farts he loves that smell. If a brand like OnePlus has small bugs he points out so well, S23 ultra did fake moon, which means Samsung literally cheated Customers and he never talked about it, S24 ultra has a Vivid screen display bug, which Samsung themselves acknowledged. But he never points it out. Biased or Paid reviews.
@@VenkatA-fr3tw hahahaaaaa! :D fanboi detected. MKB doesn't want Samsung's money, or he would have gone for a segment host deal years ago, as he has stated he's been offered more than once. He's his own guy.
Thank you for this review, even though I can argue that many people actually like smaller phones at the end of the day. I have tested the smaller S24 on my channel running the new Exynos, Temps, and Battery drain, and I dare to say that even the base variants this year is impressive, Feel free to check out the numbers for yourself.
It's funny I use my z fold 5 folded more often these days than unfolded so you're onto something. That said when it's video or reading time i get the full experience
@@CptDuckI considered them, but the software support, lack thereof, kills the zenfone for me. The pixels are so butt-ugly, that I couldn't bear to own one, and my wife will not touch one for the same reason lol.
What I absolutely loved that Samsung is doing. Is that they are keeping their designs for longer. I mean they are changing something's. But for the most part they're building on what was already good. In previous years Samsung would drastically change the design and look of their phones from year to year. Samsung is taking the play it safe route that Apple is doing. And they're building upon that. Making everything a lot better. And it seems that people love this route. I think Samsung is growing as a company then they are taking notes from Apple. And Apple is taking notes from Samsung. But they're not drastically changing the design every year like they used to. They're keeping a similar design and tweaking it. I went on to the Samsung store to look at what they have but I'm going to wait on ordering because any of the colors that I want are completely sold out right now. So I'm okay with waiting
Finally back to flat displays. I never liked the curved screens that had inconsistent viewing experiences near the edge. Also THANK YOU SAMSUNG for adding a good anti reflective coating. Most underrated feature.
I have the s9, which has a curved screen. The viewing experience doesn't bother me, but the touch sensitivity drops almost completely off at the edges. Very irritating when gaming.
Yes! Also, you can't find good glass screen protectors when the screen's curved. I have been wanted them to make some flat screens ever since they started. The curved screens always felt like a gimmick
Very nice review, thanks for it. The only thing I don't understand why doesn't get much reviewers attention is "samsung dex". To me, it is the perfect "on-the-go" laptop replacement. I use it with a nexdock and since then I never bought a laptop again having a "new" one with every new phone. To me it's a productivity banger and a ecological beast reducing e-waste not to mention the economic benefit medium to long term. Maybe it deserves a bit more love.
It comes out to 1.11 per day. Just saying, plus you don't have to get a new one I have had my phone for 6 years, only replaced the battery once and have not dropped it.
Kids stuck in the iphone vs galaxy internet war don’t understand that both phones are amazing at what they do and you want them to be, because competition is the best thing for us consumers.
Got mine early today. Definitely refined. Love the flat display. The Gorilla Glass Armor is the best screen I've seen with its anti-reflective qualities. Fast and battery is great even though not yet learned. Beast of a phone. Haven't had much time to mess with cameras yet.
My S24 ultra arrived this week, the AI generative fill on photos is insane! I keep trying photos and removing people/objects and it blows my mind each time, even difficult photos where I don't expect it to work, and it does it. Super impressive.
My S20 is 4 years old and it's still getting monthly security updates, I've always respected that.
my iPhone 5s from 2013 still got a security update in 2022
He's not trying to argue bro.... iPhone good, Samsung good
@sokiee Is it as responsive and fast as the new one?
New ones are always faster @@baddu88
@@lesleyhaan116nah who tf still uses these cranky old iphones, you can buy an old $200 iphone x and it'll probably be 10x better than those old antiques
I've got mine ordered. Going from an S8+ to the S24 Ultra. Big jump.
That's a huge jump damn. I'm going from s20 to s24 with Verizon
i got mine last monday, coming from S21 Fe.. it´s awsome ^^
I thought I was bad with my S10+
I went from A135G to S24 Ultra
Wow me 2.. Bought S8 in 2015 time for an upgrade.
Not that you’re ever overly negative in your reviews but I think this is the most glowing review I’ve seen you make over the years. You seem legitimately satisfied, even a little giddy about the refinements, without going over the top. I’m excited for this device
It is paid advertising by Samsung 🤷♂️
This "Apple Employee" literally said 'They boxed out the corner of the screens in the Samsung just like an iPhone' 🤡🤡🤡. Marques, have you ever noticed the corners of the iPhone.
'This guy is the greatest investment Apple have ever made'.
@@shameernazar4466 this guy made a sueprb video all praise for the android and here you are still calling him the apple employee hahahaha cant really please everyone huh? 🤣
@@MiniMie1383he literally has a sponsor at the end of the video
Of course he’s going to give it tons of positives. The Samsung phone in the United States has no other android competitors. It’s the only premium Android sold in the United States. He’s not comparing it to the iPhone. Which he absolutely prefers over this device.
Whose here after the awful iphone 16 launch
😂me
Samsung for life
Yup. Thinking about trading in my 14 Pro Max for an Android
Me too
@@devin31795I might trade my 15 pro max
7 years security update and 7 years OS upgrade is value for money in itself. Weldone Samsung.
never believe marketing until it happens
i’ll just pretend thats not a feature. How many such promises have google broken? How many promises has samsung broken? Buy something for what it is today, not 7 years from now. No one will be using these phones 7 years from now anyway, it is designed to be obsolete long before then
@@bp9696i have the S21U and it still is up to date and is already promised to get the neext few OS updates too..
Well done Google*
“Titanium is only applied on the device frame. Frame does not include volume and side keys.” 🤣
Galaxy AI is just Samsung’s cheap marketing; it doesn’t actually exist.
Samsung uses Google Gemini and Google Cloud with features developed by Google.
@@bp9696So you’ll only be convinced 7 years later genius?
BS! No one, especially in the US (where Samsung has most of customers, due to no competition) has a phone for more than a year.
Biggest improvement : SCRATCHES AT LEVEL 7 WITH DEEPER GROOVES AT LEVEL 8!!!
got goosebumbs when jerry said that
they make cases and screen protectors so what is the big deal with that
@@haroldk724some people don't like to use screen protectors
@@haroldk724 I hate screen protectors. Haven't used any in probably 7 years, and I've only gotten one small scratch that is only barely visible when the screen is off and there's a light shining on it at an angle. Having a better built in screen just gives it a better chance for something like that to not happen again.
@@haroldk724 Phone stills breaks with those
As a pixel user, I was really fascinated Google did so much for them with the AI stuff. Would love a full video on that
Samsung is the main driving force behind Android, they kind of need to.
the search by image/camera is on every android phone ever made it is part of google services. samsung just made it easier by adding a shortcut for it
Multiple Android Flagships get the same exact shortcut for 'Circle To Search' on January 31st. @@MarwanMahdy
I'm a long-time pixel user and will probably move to S24U. Given the price of the top end pixel Vs this... I think it's great value. I'm also a bit fed-up with the lack of pixel features such as no USB-C to HDMI.
yea some other reviewers did tests on the AI stuff and the Pixel still seems to do a better job when it comes to things like magic eraser. It provides better results.
I am here because i want to feel good for the 1300$ i spent
Same bro. Same.
😂😂😂
Same 😂
Got mine for 600 trading in my s22 ultra
🤣
00:40 - Intro
1:19 - Screen & Screenlock
2:40 - Battery
3:30 - Performance & S-Pen
5:08 - Camera
8:30 - Software & AI features (in partnership with Google)
14:45 - Comparison to iPhone 15 Pro Max
16:25 - What's missing? And Summary
We're all gonna make it, brahs.
Thanks king
you dropped this 👑
thanks for this
@@ammoniumchloride1047 I’m here for you.
@@thisnamehaschangedthanksto8185 I’m here to serve and protect.
From the s9+ to the s24 ultra. This upgrade is sheer love!
I am upgrading to S25+ next year and I have an S21U. You made a good decision I bet.
Nice i wish i could upgrade my s9+ but i wont for a while, maybe ill upgrade to a s23 in a couple months tho
Coming from the S21 Ultra, this will feel like a big upgrade for me too.
A very well done video for a very well done phone!
Still on my s7 edge😅
This is probably the first phone review from MKBHD I've watched, where he doesn't mention anything he doesn't like about the phone. This phone is great!!
Samsung must’ve given a lot of money 😂
@@farhadrahmetow9835 The phone is just this good, and was less than 1000 bucks during pre-order
Trashy downgrade
Smartphones are pretty much at the top of their game. Great cameras,screens, fast chips, lots of features. It’s hard to imagine how it gets much better😂
He mentioned the price
Here after shitty iPhone 16 launch. Been an apple user since iPhone 6 but switched 3 days ago. Highly satisfied.
Was it hard to switch it? What the overall experience?
@HalfScorpio personally when I switched, the only hard part was manually entering in my passwords, but other than it, it's been extremely easy
I'm glad to see that Samsung is stepping up their game with the security updates and OS upgrades. It's important for long-term value and user experience. Well done!
😅😅😅😅😅
People actually update their phones? That's where companies fk them up...
@@elisel2308 It increases resale value in the refurbished market long term not because they're going to use one phone for 7 years
The phones are great, their watches need an overhaul, not much value for money with the galaxy watch
Google Playstore is still riddled with malware tho
For me, its the corners. I love the sharp corners of the ultra line. It's so pretty.
I wanted iPhone because the brick design is peak, thank God Samsung dropped the melted butter shape
I hate them corners look ugly
@@167doloNah
it looks so sleek and elegant
i hate it it looks like a tablet, i dont want a mini tablet in my pocket
Was about to pre order the iphone 16 pro max (Had a iphone 15 pro max) watched all the videos on it saw there was minor additions. Started looking into the samsung 24 ultra immediatly bought it. Sold my 15 pro max and my Mac Mini (8gbram 256 storage) at a local mac reseller store for 1300$ cash ordered my samsung online for 999.99 took the profit got a portable monitor 4k 120hz 15.6 in and a full size bluetooth keyboard for Dex. NEVER turning back !
That was an awesome comboo
lol
Holy crap. This is the first time he didn't say anything bad about Samsung's ultra lineup of phones. Good thing I went ahead and pre-ordered mine and it's getting here today or tomorrow 😊
He always rides them
Oh damn. Going ahead and making decisions based on what other people think and not based on what you as a person wants outta a phone is an amazing character to have dawg.
maybe watch the podcast
@@McnugGetsomebicthesthat sure is a lot of assumption-jumps you’ve made there
@@McnugGetsomebicthes oh damn, you're funny
Man hearing Marques give such an overwhelmingly positive review of a Samsung phone feels like a rarity. Glad i waited for this phone! Nice review as always!
He...literally gives the Galaxy S2X "phone of the year" like every year. What even?
This comment does not make sense, I think the best phone of the year went to S21U as well as S23U, moreover, flips and folds won quite some prizes. I recall S21U was his favorite phone for 2 years almost…
You must be thinking of the Pixel
The screen is a down grade this year. They dropped the DCI P3 to 83 or so. You can really see it, in person.
DAM SURE DO IM SHOCK 😂😂
I switched from iPhones to the s23 Ultra, and just upgraded to the s24 Ultra today. It's amazing. I've never been so satisfied with a phone
Were you able transfer all your app and info from your iPhone to the S24 Ultra?
@@Kingkeem305 yep and it was surprisingly easy! There's an app that's incredibly easy to use. I also realized I used way more Google services even on an iPhone, Gmail, Google docs, etc, so it was a really easy move.
@@Kingkeem305 yea its really easy process
@@Kingkeem305 yeah super easy and simple
@Kingkeem305 yeah, it lets you transfer your data when setting it up
I'm with Samsung since the note 4 . Maybe iPhone users don't notice it but there s something on iPhones that no other phone can duplicate . The software response to the touch . Typing or scrolling down just feels unique . Small thing but huge difference
Kudos to Samsung for getting rid of curved screen on their ultra model. Samsung has cone a long way in terms of software. I recall the touchwiz days. Literally had to flash custom rooms like Cyanogen mods. Only thing I miss from old phones are the removable batteries and expandable storage.
Yeah i recall the touchwiz, it really was the worst thing.. i remembered asking my friends to avoid samsung because of that. Now when asked what android phone to recommend, i always go to samsung
While expandable storage is no longer here samsung has a battery with a pull tab which is easy to pull out and replace.
Wow that takes me back, Galaxy S2 was legendary for the time.
Some of those early cyanogen roms absolutely flew on the Samsung stuff. They were different phones without touchwiz
Yeah curved screen is nonsense
9:27 Yes! It would be great if you could give us an analysis of how Google and Samsung are competing against each other and Apple at the same time.
Google is way way behind in hardware, the only perk is a more slimmed natove Android OS.
Galaxy series has been the most bang for buck always.
If you just want to throw away money and are used to Icloud and iphone UI, then you probably won't be able to use an Android. Because Android is like windows/Linux for PC, you have settings for basically everything! And you can do anything with it!
@@dagg497completely agreed the only thing they brag about is getting Android updates early.
@@dagg497 well they were using phones m
more after the other caries isnt to bad still a
I came back to this video now that I have finally converted from iphone 14 pro max to the S24 ultra. Not gonna lie this change was worth it. The phone is so stinking good. I'm loving it WAY more then ANY apple i've ever owned. I was apple since the 4.
did you get any issues green line or grainy/sandy screen?
Hey! I am trying to decide if I should change my 14 pro to s24 ultra. Do you still think it was worth it?
@@dayanetristao2013 it absolutely is. you'll know it when you make the switch. android is just so much more delightful.
@@dayanetristao2013 it's all down to which ios system you're more comfortable using. I'm android user since the start so I got the s20 ultra. Had no issues so far
Same I get mine in a couple days I’m excited to be back on Samsung
Yeah, after this video, I bought the S24 ultra
3 days later, i love it
no
How’s the camera?
You basically just confirmed all the reasons I've been buying the Note and now the S Ultra series phones from Samsung. They're not cheap, but the amount of things on tap that are done either extremely well or well enough that it all adds up being worth the cost to me. Also, as an artist and someone who likes to handwrite, the SPen is incredibly useful and fun. No other phone even has this feature close to this level of refinement so I'd honestly buy the phone just for that if I had to.
camera not as good
Yeah, that S Pen is a total game changer for me. I don't even use it to write/draw that much, but the extra precision when using something like a photo editor and other apps is just absolutely amazing. I don't think I would ever want to go back to any phone that doesn't have it now.
I've been with galaxy, since the note 3. I've settled with note 9, for great sound! I've bought another 9, when the other broke, and I will stay with the note 9. Sound quality is great. I understand that that won't be around forever. How does this SOUND?
Thanks for the review mate. Just ordered the 24 Ultra. I'm using my phone more and more these days for youtube so it's good to see these camera improvements and also durability 👍
love your videos big man
Better phones yet no content with the UA-camr mass exodus. Weird dichotomy
Hey, if you're running out of ideas, I'd like to see more food preparation vids from you: Chickens, tomatoes, the works.
Samsung AI is only free for the first year though!
I am using s24 ultra but I want to how to know how to turn of ai optimization in 50mp and 200mp it's making photos like oil painting
moving the car in the photo blew my mind. and that fill in the space. wow!
Idk for me i still think it sucks, there's some good apps out there like picsart and canva that can easily do all that plus more like changing ppls outfits, hairstyles generating anything , apps like that are awesome. This is the most basic thing in editing apps im kinda disappointed with ths Samsungs ai.
@@Bb42023you just hate samsung for no reason. You should have kept this opinion to yourself since it's useless to us
@@Bb420233rd party apps are trash
Well, it's all about how you see it. I totally get where you're coming from, but there are folks like me who aren't keen on spending time or effort on downloading extra apps for this stuff. Personally, as long as it's easy to use, I think this tool is great for editing.@@Bb42023
This entire video proves my thought that we are NOT paying $1300 for a phone with a camera. We are paying $1300 for a camera with a phone app.
In my 8+ years of being your subscriber maybe this is the 1st video where you were praising the product soo much and i loved it all the way.
that's a load of bullcrap.
I was trying not to believe that he's praising a phone so much
He is criticising much
He did praise it a lot. I do wish he’d have included more comparisons in terms of tested specs vs competitors, but that would 1) withdraw from the allure of said phone… and 2) detract from the experience for people who were already going to buy this phone anyway.
I think it would be ideal for him to acknowledge point 2 and then (if there’s money on the backend for him from Samsung) do a spec comparison oriented video after this one. He almost has to to remain relevant in the long run, if he abandons logic then he’ll ultimately be replaced for sure (hopefully, and in a general sense, people ignoring the logic in what they submit to viewers will be ignored…)
That's a paid review
Absolute monster of a phone. Mine just arrived mid-January. Owned Samsung from almost the beginning of Smartphones. I also always loved windows integration on Android phones that you plug your phone into computer and it shows as a normal extra drive.. still exploring all ai features...
That Windows thing where it is showed basically as another device or storage and gives you freedom to use it for everything it's just very much missed in iOs. I changed to iphone just now and what a limited device 🤦♂️
@@tomasvircik3742well, love it or hate it, Apple wants you in their Ecosystem. And I have to say nothing comes close. It took a long while for android and Windows to match some of the features apple users have enjoyed for years.
@@tomasvircik3742well Apple wants you in the ecosystem. Love it or hate it it does have strengths and it’s taken a long while for windows and android to match the features apple users have enjoyed for over a decade: air drop, continuity, handoff, phone camera used as laptop camera or for presentations etc.
And even though those features can be replicated I still find Windows and android limited in how simple and seemless it is with the Apple ecosystem.
@@tomasvircik3742I hear you. You have to buy into the Apple ecosystem completely to reap the benefits of the iPhone.
If you already have a Windows computer (and nothing else), an android is a no brainer.
If you own a MacBook, iPad, AirPods, Apple Watch, HomePod, Apple TV, etc…the iPhone is way more alluring and works seamlessly with those devices. Much harder decision. I’ll be honest, I came by most of those devices without phone considerations. I’ve been with MacOS since 2006, iPad since 2nd Gen, and AirPods since inception. It’s much harder for me to switch to android these days because I lose so much.
Granted, the Galaxy S24 Ultra is such a do it all phone that I could perhaps replace my iPad with it. But I won’t be switching to Windows anytime soon, so I would miss having my messages on both PC and Phone and having airdrop between them.
@@tomasvircik3742it’s an unnecessary feature, i’ve been using an android tablet for around a year now (with my iphone) and i notice it’s a lot more limited than my iphone, i miss being able to download apps like youtube++, there isn’t much developer support on android. it’s also hard to deal with pesky android notifications
Marques just makes every damn phone look so good in every shot. Makes me wanna buy all of them 😂
Hi fellow codm player
I'll watch videos on stuff I am not at all interested in, just because Marques presents them so engagingly with such beautiful photography.
$1300 is wild
I feel like buying my kidney to get the 1300$ to buy the phone 🤣🤣🤣
@daviddiveroli9331The only reason is financing through carriers. Else no one would be buying these high end phones. I see minimum wage employees with iPhone Pros and Galaxy Ultras all the time.
I have this phone since launch, and I still cant get enough of it.
I have s24 ultra and iphone 15 pro, and I noticed I like using s24 ultra more, the screen is so great for watching videos and reading ebooks, and the new AR coating is fantastic, it feels like reading a ereader.
This is the comment I’m looking for because I spend so much time reading articles & ebook. Thankyou!
Yup the CRAPPLE Cartoon Sinking Island steals screen real estate when watching videos
One thing I noticed is the battery management is absolutely amazing. Where I would run out 15% of my battery, I now run 1-2% max, it's actually insane...
Yes my S21 Ultra was getting old and I used it A LOT, so the battery would have been losing efficiency. But my god, that's 7x+ on the top end, I don't think i've ever had that experience when i've upgraded, and i've gone
S2 > S4 > S7 Edge > S9 Plus > S21 Ultra > Now this.
Not a single one of those upgrades gave me this battery efficiency.
Samsung battery is horrible, not sure what you are talking about.
I went back and forth with apple and Samsung my whole life and no, I have the s23 ultra and the battery is insane, I use it a lot too, so it's become a little less efficient but easily go a day and half, and I only charge to 80% @@shadowbanned3044
@@shadowbanned3044u mean isheep??
@@jonjones18 I was using Samsung my entire life, now I am using OnePlus 12, better than Samsung and iPhone hands down. Especially the battery...
@@shadowbanned3044 im using s24 ultra & realme 12pro+ for buisness & gaming... But my realme is for taking calls oly... Everything else ill do in samsung for notes to gaming to scanning & everything else sometimes samsung had 2 days of battery but everytime in at night still ill get 40percent to 25percent charge left.... Its more than enough for powerusers like me... I don't know u get an faulty unit or something... S24 ultra has the best battery life in todays flagship. Period
I love that you change the literal aesthetic of the video when you went to aesthetics section of photography. Production is always on-point, but sometimes I just have to shake my head and smile. Well played, MKBHD, well played...
He's a man of detail.
I've had the S8 forever and last night my phone's charging port finally gave up. I got it fixed, but because I was eligible for an upgrade, I bought an S24 Ultra today, largely due to how you meticulously broke down the phone's specs and because of your glowing review. Thanks for the thorough review!
my s8 died this morning :( i'm so sad lol. Now i need a new phone idk if i should get the iphone 15 pro max or S24 ultra
@@teen21Just got my s24 ultra, and I already own an iPhone 14 plus. There's literally no reason to pick the iPhone over the samsung, unless you have a lot of apple stuff and just want to go for the apple ecosystem.
@@teen21 Should of trade in when it first came out, they gave $450 for s8when you get an new s24 ultra
Sucks being a teenager
I can't get a job to pay for one :(
@@hahahehehoho612 just buy something good but less expensive instead of the high end flagship model
Loved how many sets they used while keeping solid clean audio throughout. 10/10 production.
9/10 audio is too quiet
It's waay too quiet.
One note: the save as sticker feature in Samsung gallery has been available on older phones. I have a galaxy S22 and I've got that feature.
bruh...S22 is way new... I've an s21 and i have that too 🙂↕️🙂↕️
@@abhijitborua237I didn't know. How?
Same on a samsung s 20 fe
Dude I have a budget M34 and it has this Save as sticker feature 😂
It was probably added in the recent Android 14 based one ui 6 update though.
but still...save as sticker isn't actual sticker we talking about. It saves as a normal picture with black background which is sp annoying. Btw, kine is s23+
Damn that’s crazy you still do phone reviews I used to watch when I was little ‼️I appreciate you
The whole live translation thing is honestly the most impressive bit of technology ive seen in a long time and i love the tech world. Having my phone be able to live translate a conversation im having was something i dreamed of as a kid and saw in spy movies and shows. Crazy that it was just a feature added to galaxy phones with the most recent software update
Only in english tho 😂 but still impresssive nevertheless
That's what I thought Siri would do in 2011 lol
It's put into lower brand phones too i just got the moto g04 and it has autotranslation too along with adaptive brightness and battery with a wake to lift feature because it has artificial intelligence in it. Don't pay far more for any phones though because you're only paying for extra features and the main selling point of the galaxy s24 is the camera that's made to seem it's more for professionals but every phone right now the camera takes completely average photos.
? My Motorola Razr 50 2024 does it. In over 20 languages...
@@Harteo3917I just got the Moto Razr 50 2024 and I fkn love it. As u said, it came with live transcribe or whatever. Except instead of just English I have over 20 languages. My screen has better resolution that the ultra too. Literally the only things going for it is the new glass, the camera, and the processor. and they update their phones pretty often compared to Moto. I've been watching sooo many Samsung Flip 4,5,6 switch to the Moto bc it's better unless you take a bunch of pictures.
Ive had my S23+ for a year and i had switched from my iPhone XR. Boy I never see myself switching back. These new Samsung's are absolute beasts!
Yeah but can you send a friend full quality video by text? I can't stand that about android other than that it's the same thing, 99.9% of people don't use their device to it's full potential, it's a phone, navigation tool and social media, that's it, for most people any device works, I'm switching to Apple after more than 10 years with android just for the ability to send good video over text without linking to Google drive or any extra step.
@troyrager1352 that's apples fault for using an outdated messaging system when sending to non iphone users
@@eagles7625 I'm an android user, I can't send videos to android users what are you talking about?
@@troyrager1352 you don't have rcs messaging? What android are you on lol
@@eagles7625 s 22 ultra
Always love watching MKBHD reviews and the different takes he has while tying in a narrative to each review. Would love to hear his take on the relationship between Samsung and Google rn
Especially when all his reviews are all sponsored by the company
What? Guy's milking his subs number, he's one of the laziest reviewers. It's like he doesn't even try anymore. There so but I mean soooo many better out there, objective, creative, enthusiastic reviewers that make MK look amateur-ish.
@@disco.lemonade you are right indeed. This guy and Mrwhosetheboss are among the most scammiest reviewers of all time. They both get paid pretty well to support the company they talk about. They don't deserve this much viewers at all.
@@disco.lemonade Can you give some examples then? I'm always open to new tech reviewers outside the more mainstream ones.
He talked about a bit on last week's podcast
I took your advice and traded in my iPhone 15 Pro Max today. It's my first Samsung phone ever.
which one is better?
@@GeldikYoktunuzz I've mostly had iPhones since 2008 and this is my first Samsung. Mostly just in the learning stage but I do like the Galaxy Watch Ultra more than the Apple Watch. So far the Galaxy S24 is a great phone. I'm just not as familiar with the UI.
After a month how are you liking it?
@@TerryJerome_ It's taken some time to get used to the UI but I'm liking it. I really like the Galaxy Watch Ultra!
You miss the iPhone yet?
"Now on Tap" was an OG thing but it still existed on my S20FE when I bought it. After updating it was lost. It was called "What's on my screen?" And then later called "Search Screen". It was so so so useful for translations of non-text stuff.
I think "now on tap" was an android 6 thing? I'm pretty sure it was older than Google assistant itself
Screen search is still there. and this is the reason i don't understand all the fuss about this AI feature, it works on my 3year old device in the same way
Fools Editions suck
I thought I would've hated the flat display when I heard about it , but the way Samsung implemented it makes me fall in love with it. The slightly rounded sides makes it so comfortable to hold.
i got one, still not comfortable to hold but flat display better than curved.
Note 20 Ultra is way better to hold
You can thank Apple for the idea
S22 ultra or s23 ultra is much better to hold. And the screen feels more premium because it's curved.
@@Ghovilord there's Chinese phones that are like 300 bucks that have curved displays. It's not a "premium" feature it's just a useless gimmick.
Worth the wait. I hate that other tech reviewers rushed their so called “review” just for the views while taking advantage of the buzz created by Samsung. I like that MKBHD took his time to give us real and quality “review”. There’s levels to this and I can say MKBHD is at the top.
Plus it doesn't hurt that he earns commission on sales from the phone that you can click to purchase directly from his video...
I just got this phone, the camera quality alone its just crazy
I'm not even a phone person, but I keep watching your videos only because MKBHD videos are really really well-presented, with a great personality.
what do you use instead of phone, are you sending letters?
exactly!
I wish a lot of other blacks could learn a thing or two from him.
Even as a black, I don't like so many people acting like ghetto just because they're supposed to or their culture says so.
like why adhere to stereotypes when you can have your own class?
MKBHD truly is inspirational to me, and I wish our community tries to set this bar.
im sorry to be that guy but it's Grade A, not great a, but I do agree with you!
The "a" between great and personality seems like it was wrongfully added.@@cronky05_7
@@brenzikmohaa as another "black", respectfully stop gatekeeping blackness or try to say what a black person 'should' be
Marques, I would love to see you do a separate video on Samsung and google's need for each other. I've always thought this and think it would be great for you to dive into the subject.
This.
We all here for MKBHD's opinion
You're right but I honestly thought he was going to quit UA-cam because he haven't been posting
No shit Sherlock
Biased opinion. If he was a truly serious UA-camr he would be extremely honest saying that the s24 ultra is basically an s23 ultra rebadged version with gimmick AI featured, no 10x lens, new processor and copy of apple titanium finish. That’s it. Chinese brands currently are delivering much better phones for cheaper. Oppo find x7 ultra, Honor magic 6 pro, OnePlus 12, vivo x100 pro…I wonder why only small UA-camrs are saying the truth about the new s24 series… nowadays people prefer to be on the good list of big brands instead of saying the real truth
@@RodolphosTechchannel the only thing that I really like on the new s24 ultra is the flat screen honestly,yes it looks a lot like the red magic 8 pro ,otherwise I don't see a reason to upgrade if you have an s22 ultra for example.
I'm just here for background noise
Switched from iPhone to android today and I love the android
The software support and 1TB are my main reasons to get this phone for under $600 with my trade-in.
Can you get a s24 plus for me too bro?
This is the smart way to do it. I feel bad for those who are paying the full price right out of the gate.
@@flamez5114get a job lmao
….with trade in = very few people can get this exact deal
@@snakebyte130 id still take that over paying one off.
I definitely want a video about those intricacies in colabs between smartphone companies.
Yes
@daviddiveroli9331 Funny avatar you've got there 👀👀
Nope
I can spend 1300$ on an S24 and iPhone users would still call me broke for preferring an Android.
Do whatever with your money, who cares. Spending money in an expensive way phone is not an indicator of wealth. But to each their own.
@@akhossain apple is just a hype
Yeah who cares. Do you even realize how many wealthy people there are who have absolutely no desire in a luxury lifestyle even though they can easily afford it. Warren Buffet is one great example of that
1300 for an android is daylight robbery tho
@@lukemiller7884 what you're saying is like saying "apple is better" even after looking android beats an iphone.
Had a s24 plus for 3 months,then I had the chance of going ultra.I was like, why not, might be to big... Gave it a go... Instant love...
And the s24 plus is a beast of a phone...
I've had the S22 Ultra since a few months after it came out, and it's still going strong, but I'm actually compelled to get the 24. One of my favorite things about my S22 Ultra is the zoom on it. I actually just use the view finder like binoculars all the time because the zoom is so insane and stable.
I really thought I could hold off on an upgrade for longer than this, but the S24 Ultra is just so much better, and the flat screen just makes it perfect
I was in the same situation as you. I had the s22 ultra as well and the feeling of the s24 ultra is so nice. If I were you I'd make he upgrade it's very worth it imo
Heck I'm still sittin' on the 21 Ultra with zero complaints. the 24 is TEMPTING but I can't justify the price for "it's new." I, personally, wouldn't be getting 1300 bucks worth of stuff out of it.
Have you finished using all the features in the S22? 😏
Don't do it. If you yet a dud line one that won't charge, Samsung won't exchange it and will make you return phone, then lose it and won't give a refund. You will be on the phone for weeks with customer service trying to speak to someone you can actually understand and if you are lucky, might break even. I'm considering waiting for googles foldable soley based on Samsung's customer service.
I have s9+ an its as strong as new , only downside is battery I have to replace it every two years or so
The Samsung S24 Ultra seems like a game-changer with its impressive features and long-term support. Excited to upgrade and experience it myself! Great review as always, Marques!
I hope he shows the differences and advantages of Circle to Search compared to Google Assistant Screen Search. As far as I can tell from personal testing, it's literally just a rebranded feature with a tap and hold activation (circle to search) instead of a swipe and tap activation (Assistant Screen search)
bot with ai ahh response
And crap downgrade of the DCI P3 color. Sorry, they went cheap.
@@lulushishinot to mention that the Google phones themselves will be getting that same circle to search feature too.
I guess every year is a game changer
7 years with updates! Well done Samsung! 👏 Phones are so good and expensive now, that it makes sence giving the buyer a reassuring feeling.
They can change that at any moment
@CodiakLBJfan ofc they can. It is written in the user agreement 😆
But let's see what happens 🙂
Beautifull well done
That's the major point for me in a smartphone, because i use the smartphone until it dies (i still use a Samsung Note 9). Support is very important when you stick with the same phone for so long, so, this will be a huge upgrade for me.
7 years of support, but battery will bubble up like in any other Samsung phone I owned. 2 years and the battery starts to become a major problem with Samsung. Never had battery problems with any other phone brand :/.
Love how he uses his '5 pillers of a smartphone' in this review. Always a new approach with it.
I dont know about the U.S.
But here in the UK they're offering all of the following on each purchase:
£100 discount, free upgrade to 512GB, 1yr disney+, 3 months accidental cover, £30 store credit.
Wait where are they offering this? Samsung website?
My carrier offered $1000 for my Note 9 ... which means I'm paying $8 a month for this phone. I had to do it !!! 💥💥
@@soundlysouth2962What really? 😳
@@salmansengul YES... so, I had to lol
@@soundlysouth2962Now that's a good deal! 👍
I am a Pixel 8 Pro user and when S24 dropped and I saw all the AI features, the first thing I felt was as if this was a Pixel phone on a Samsung Hardware. I was surprised that nobody really mentioned about in the first impression videos! Happy to know that you felt it. Would love to see a video on how Google and Samsung is coming together. Throwback to the Nexus days!
@hoihoi9866Doesn't have the same affect when you don't have the reach... and not eveyone is a content creator.
Second you on that. 100% my first impression also. Talked to a friend and he also saw it
It'll take a lot to get me to move from Pixel. I do love that Samsung and Google are working together to further Android. The Samsung Galaxy Watch 4 is what saved Wear OS.
I used to be a Pixel user, but since I switched to Samsung, I can't imagine using any other brand.
Piss All Sucks....Samsung has some GOO GOO features Piss Alls haven't gotten yet
A very HUGE con of Samsung Galaxy phones is that their screens will go bonk pink liine, green lines, lines, after 2 years + of use, it happened with all my Flagship Samsung, now I wonder if I should contiinue getting these phones since they cost a few ks, I need to last as long, not making the screen damaged and we need to keep changing them.
I ordered the S24+ and am very excited for it. Hobestly price aside, the only things I like more about the Ultra is the 5x telephoto, and the much better Gorilla Glass (anti reflective, and very scratch resistant). Otherwise I'm very excited for the S24+, and prefer the slightly smaller size with rounded corners.
If you don't use stylus that's better choice
Exynos is and always will be a scam.
The S24+ looks awesome but why not get the Vivo X100 Pro?
Ikr. I don't know why the base models get little to no attention
I love the Vivo X100 Pro, but after using an S24+ in person, the overall build and material feels much much better.@@oliversettle8722
It's not often I get to use the same device Marques drops a review on. Got my S24U couple of days back and the other alternative I considered was Pixel 8 pro. I loved the fact that Google and Samsung joined hands on this, especially at the AI on edge computing paradigm we are embarking on now. Phone is incredible, love that the AI features are not in your face but just there. Integrated as if they were always there. Great video as usual and ya, that video on Google+Samsung against the world is worth exploring. And I think this collaboration could go beyond phones as well, like Google TV on Samsung TVs.
It makes no sense for samsung to offer these AI features just for 2 years, considering that they expect us to use their phones for longer, now that they are offering 7 years of updates. Paying subscription for smart features on a smartphone in a world where we already pay plenty of money for other subscription services makes no sense
I’ve owned iPhones for the last 8yrs, I’m currently on day 2 with my S24 Ultra and I absolutely love it. It’s fantastic.
@TheReturnOfJMVEntertainment they should if samsung screws it up. but for now it feels like the brand has gained a much better understanding of what consumers want and appreciate. They've always had good hardware and software but now all the small little details are refined and packaged into a neat and sleek design (which is what you need to beat apple)
Wait until you discover Samsung's Good Lock app
@TheReturnOfJMVEntertainmentLol. Apple is miles ahead of Samsung phones in terms of OS, video camera and overall quality
@@swvi9459 Lol
I'm preparing to make that switch as well.
Just ordered mine...jumping up from S8 to S24❤️
The synergy between Google and Samsung is welcome and will make things better for every android consumer. The one thing I would like to see is feature drops on Samsungs like Google does with the Pixels and give more attention to older models. The S23 getting these AI features is a step in the right direction. Another thing everyone seems to overlook about Pixels is that their purpose is also to push other manufacturers to make their OS experience better and simpler for their users. I think this is evident with Samsung's recent One UI updates.
I believe the AI features come from the new Snapdragon 8 Gen 3. I think it would be hard to port over to older phones.
Got the base S24 two days ago (I had a S20FE before) and am having fun with all the features. The AI autocorrection is especially helpful to me as a non-native English speaker (the feature is also used for this text). And those seven years of updates are tempting.
You already got it!? Isn't it launching 31st?
I upgraded to the s23u from my s20fe a week before the s24 released. Unlucky me I guess but I'm loving the s23u so far
@indianpovcanada2462 I have no clue when it's officially launched, but my ISP sent it out on the 23rd, and it arrived on the 24th. Although I'm in Europe, I got the Exynos version.
in Europe, people are getting it earlier
i got mine on 24th in the UK@@Indian_P.O.V_Canada
Does the s twenty four and s twenty four plus have the same reflective coding as the s twenty four ultra which dolls the colors compare to the s twenty three?
These reviews are genuinely next-level. Great work as always, Marques!
His video hasn’t even been out for 5 minutes how do you know??
@@nighttt_. he just wants to comment for likes
At least watch the video before saying that is genuinely next-level.
@@KeiGGR Woah chill, all I'm saying is that this guy consistently delivers one of the best reviews on UA-cam. Even just by watching the intro, you can tell that while doing that, he still manages to keep them unique and a little different every time.
its just a smartphone review....
The 7yo software support is indeed a commitment to sustainability. All companies, regardless of the phone specs should be doing the same. There's such a huge problem with the ewaste which noone is considering unfortunately 😢
i wouldn't be surprised if it's not mandatory by EU laws, and this is the only reason they did it.
Or, Google's stock and one ui are now so similar that they can just save half the work.
Software updates aren't always a good thing.
sometimes software updates actually slow down the phone as it's new software on Old Hardware... making you want a new phone.
Why not supporting the s23 ultra if the hardware is almost the same ?
@@Daniel-dj7fhif it was EU law then all phone companies would do the same. I don't believe it's due to laws
@@planetfun85exactly this
Still have my s22 ultra, and I love it. Works great. The number of updates this phone has had since the start is amazing.
It's alright. The camera software went from amazing when I first got it. To horrible 6 months after and back to amazing now. I really don't get it
Yeah agreed. I am on my last monthly install payment for it. Not ready to jump into a new phone yet, despite upgrading every year.
Had that phone too. Then I got an iPhone
I went from a S10 to the S22 ultra. I've had the S22 for two years and it is still the best phone I have ever experienced. I'll be upgrading to the S24 ultra this year partly because of this review. I TRUST your reviews and I know you're going to be honest, good or bad. Thank you!!
Can you give out the S22 ultra when you do ?? I’m somewhere in Africa
did your s22 ultra ever get choppy or laggy? im considering getting one but really cant stand sluggish phones like that ive been using
@@dia5210no. I'm still using mine right now. Still. Super fast. I'm waiting for my pre order for 24 ultra now. But not in a rush for it because my ultra 22 still very fast.
@@dia5210Mine wasn't laggy, but the battery life wasn't even making it half a day.
@@dia5210I use a s22 ultra it's been 6 months, snappy af , no lags whatsoever
If it had expandable memory, that would be amazing.
It doesn't surprise me that every one of your videos is extremely informative to everyone, whether you're a tech guy or just the average person using a phone. You're awesome dude
I just got my s9. I upgraded from the s7 edge. Will get this on 2030.
You're like my Korean physician brother lol. He went from 7 to 9. He doesn't care, neither do you, & that's cool in a guy.
That's still a great phone, outdated, but does everything well enough. My father wont give up his S10, I've tried to upgrade him 2 times since the S21 and he turns me down everytime.
We might living on Mars by then,
Cool, you're still have a year of security updates
why not buy a new phone with new android and stuff...?
I got it immediately; after waiting years from the note not being available, to this "ultra" being a significantly more expensive upgrade and skipping ANOTHER year, finally pulled the trigger and I effing love it. Black, but all the colors are sweet.
I only trust your reviews so I bought Samsung 24 ultra today , thank you
How is it
@animelover-mc1hd The best purchase ever, love it 😀 😍
is it really a monster? 😅
@unknownyoutuber9328 well I love it, I had samsung now for many years and bought it only based on his reviews and I Never regret. It's a beautiful phone 📱 and I got 1TB memory one as I take lots of pictures 📸 and videos 📹
The Galaxy S24 Ultra seems to be the go-to for pro users. The fact that it will get SO many OS upgrades makes it a game changer for sure👌🏽
So? The s22 ultra is still supported, is it getting Galaxy AI? No. So what's the use of being supported when you don't get the newest stuff? In fact, do you get upgrades? Cause the s23 ultra's reviewiews from launch, the photos it did back then look better than the ones it does now? As stated by GSM arena. What if these updates in fact are meant to gimp your phone so you need to upgrade to the next one each year?
@@AkirilusSamsung just announced all Galaxy S phones down to S21 series will get Galaxy AI.
@@johnnyzarate3037 oh shit thats me. Havent found a good enough reason to upgrade from my 21+.
Loving the custom keyboards in the BRoll shots
What keyboard and/or keycaps is he using? Really interested.
The main beige keyboard you see is the Cidoo V65@@jasonmamoassecondcousin2663
@@jasonmamoassecondcousin2663it's the Cidoo V65, with its default keycaps.
im not used to celebrities watching other celebrities 🤣
This phone has all the right boxes ticked out , it's definitely going to be a hit for anyone and everyone who can afford it
Who can afford it. The big catch.
I get the new ultra every year for free with no contract,perks of the job😊
@@silverwolfgecko7064 it is a flagship, their target audience can afford it :)
@@frankieob100What job is that?
@@flyingdutchman1922 yeah, I need to apply as well😂Good for him though, it is a great phone.
I’m just not into foldables, mainly due to the durability and battery life issues, so I’m glad Samsung is still making awesome slab phones.
16:27 Call screening is ALREADY available on samsung devices and has been for over a year now! It can be enabled in the phone app settings. Its called "bixby Text Call"
Bixby text call isn’t on the same level as pixel call screening..
@@aspj5132 it's more than good enough and not the same as not having it
@@aspj5132 on the S24 they're basically the same thing as Pixel phone. This time google went on with a full collaboration with samsung with all the AI features and such.
Bixby text call is absolute trash.
He knows it. It's there in his First Look video. He also and MrWhoseTheBoss also said that it sucks
7 months with this phone, and I'm still discovering new stuff about it that I never knew it was even there to being with. It just keeps getting better and better with time. In my opinion, the iPhone 16 Pro Max doesn't even come close to what this phone is capable of. Circle to search is comes in really handy to me several times.
whenever I purchase a new phone I come here first...for the most thorough, honest and non-biased review. appreciate you my guy because you let me know features I never knew existed! thank you
Get me a Samsung fone I will love u
his reviews aren't biased, only seem that way
12:58 Marques circled his portrait and expected to have his youtube channel to be popped up but only his hoodie information was listed
- Emotional Damage -
You can almost feel his pain. Lol
He kept on scolling xD
@@AstraRudra He kept scrolling in each circle to search example to show the results from the search. You guys are just making things up at this point.
Kind of weak that the AI wasn't able to recognize him. Or maybe they purposefully removed the ability to identify people
Hahaha... some heads on my team would be chopped! 😂😂...
When they was done editing I would've fired somebody.. lol
I just upgraded from the iPhone XR to the S24 ultra! I was long overdue an upgrade and was debating on staying with iOS. Samsung won!
I feel like what people miss is that with Samsung, all their newest flagships fix almost all the issues that their users have with the phone. Which is why I think if you just want the most user optimised and the most powerful and the best camera Samsung is the way to go, for sure.
I believe they realized the only way they can stop people whining about their software is by adding users to the process.
Yes that's so fr
Lmao grainy videos at night yeah right "best camera"
@@johnwickkxSamsung fanboys are wild. Far from the best camera, like light years away lmfao
Please do a Samsung / Google in depth video. I’d watch it 20 times. So much to learn from that :D
Nope
I got mine on Friday and was worried I'd have buyers remorse, but so far I'm so impressed with it. It's very snappy and honestly fun to use.
Your screen colors arent washed out or faded? Every other phone seems to have this problem
Wow how did you get it so fast, bedt buy said it was sold out?
@@texasblaze1016 There is a software update coming out this week that claims to fix it.
@@texasblaze1016 It's a common issue, everyone has it. Should be fixed with an android update
@@CaptainCrossplane i dont trust them.
Watching this video again... this time on my S24 Ultra feels nice 😊 But honestly, my Mate 20X has some years of life left in it. Such a good phone as well.
It’s rare to see you this pleased doing a review.
Samsung paid well
He is a biased or paid reviewer... Because whatever Samsung farts he loves that smell. If a brand like OnePlus has small bugs he points out so well,
S23 ultra did fake moon, which means Samsung literally cheated Customers and he never talked about it,
S24 ultra has a Vivid screen display bug, which Samsung themselves acknowledged.
But he never points it out. Biased or Paid reviews.
I mean the product is also tagged in the video. Something feels off.
@@VenkatA-fr3tw hahahaaaaa! :D fanboi detected. MKB doesn't want Samsung's money, or he would have gone for a segment host deal years ago, as he has stated he's been offered more than once. He's his own guy.
@@VenkatA-fr3tw Typical iPhone fanboy
Thank you for this review, even though I can argue that many people actually like smaller phones at the end of the day.
I have tested the smaller S24 on my channel running the new Exynos, Temps, and Battery drain, and I dare to say that even the base variants this year is impressive, Feel free to check out the numbers for yourself.
If you like smaller phone you might cobsider google pixel or asus zenfone that still has headphone jack, flagship specs, and compact.
Good because it’s what I ordered
It's funny I use my z fold 5 folded more often these days than unfolded so you're onto something.
That said when it's video or reading time i get the full experience
@@CptDuckI considered them, but the software support, lack thereof, kills the zenfone for me. The pixels are so butt-ugly, that I couldn't bear to own one, and my wife will not touch one for the same reason lol.
Nope
What I absolutely loved that Samsung is doing. Is that they are keeping their designs for longer. I mean they are changing something's. But for the most part they're building on what was already good. In previous years Samsung would drastically change the design and look of their phones from year to year. Samsung is taking the play it safe route that Apple is doing. And they're building upon that. Making everything a lot better. And it seems that people love this route. I think Samsung is growing as a company then they are taking notes from Apple. And Apple is taking notes from Samsung. But they're not drastically changing the design every year like they used to. They're keeping a similar design and tweaking it. I went on to the Samsung store to look at what they have but I'm going to wait on ordering because any of the colors that I want are completely sold out right now. So I'm okay with waiting
Just ordered mine, jumping from a S10+ Can't wait!
Congrats!! Wow from a S10! You're in for a treat!! 🎉🎉🎉
Just like the iPhone 15:15
Finally back to flat displays. I never liked the curved screens that had inconsistent viewing experiences near the edge. Also THANK YOU SAMSUNG for adding a good anti reflective coating. Most underrated feature.
I have the s9, which has a curved screen. The viewing experience doesn't bother me, but the touch sensitivity drops almost completely off at the edges. Very irritating when gaming.
The rounded screen, however, fits better in the hand.
@@AndrewSpec indeed, only reason I got the + my s23 ultra constantly cut into my hands. I dont mid losing zoom for it.
@@AndrewSpecDepends on your hands and how you hold it. I have been using it and the sharp edges does not even touch my palm.
Yes! Also, you can't find good glass screen protectors when the screen's curved. I have been wanted them to make some flat screens ever since they started. The curved screens always felt like a gimmick
Very nice review, thanks for it. The only thing I don't understand why doesn't get much reviewers attention is "samsung dex". To me, it is the perfect "on-the-go" laptop replacement. I use it with a nexdock and since then I never bought a laptop again having a "new" one with every new phone. To me it's a productivity banger and a ecological beast reducing e-waste not to mention the economic benefit medium to long term. Maybe it deserves a bit more love.
im tired of buying a 1200$ electronic every 3 years...
It comes out to 1.11 per day. Just saying, plus you don't have to get a new one I have had my phone for 6 years, only replaced the battery once and have not dropped it.
Just don't buy it then lol. Not like your phone is obsolete once the new one comes out. Run it until you can't run it anymore 😂
I’m still using my iphone 10
Waiting three years and trading my old phone in, I basically get my new one for free.
The nice thing now is that they're releasing security updates for 7 years and software updates for 5
Kids stuck in the iphone vs galaxy internet war don’t understand that both phones are amazing at what they do and you want them to be, because competition is the best thing for us consumers.
👍
Got mine early today. Definitely refined. Love the flat display. The Gorilla Glass Armor is the best screen I've seen with its anti-reflective qualities. Fast and battery is great even though not yet learned. Beast of a phone. Haven't had much time to mess with cameras yet.
My S24 ultra arrived this week, the AI generative fill on photos is insane! I keep trying photos and removing people/objects and it blows my mind each time, even difficult photos where I don't expect it to work, and it does it. Super impressive.
“insane” bro it’s mediocre at best… 😭
And you’ll do so for a month. Then it will be back to regular phone use . Gimmick stuff
@@notcoreyy2968smartest sheep
@@notcoreyy2968 The inevitable and abundant copium on display.
@@notcoreyy2968 You're so jealous and bitter lol Hilarious.
every year the samsung S series seem to set a boundary on how good a phone should be. they are pretty much unstoppable