The latest flagship is mostly just ai, don't think that you're gonna miss anything big. Also most of the ai features will come to the s22 with oneUI 6.1.
@@GB-um9oc It's because you don't like it doesn't mean they share the same opinion with you. It is obvious that none of these guys cares about what you like over what they may actually need.
You are totally right. Now if I could enable an Spen to work with the S22 I would have the perfect mini Note I always wanted. I just need the Spen to right some notes here and there so I don't need a huge canvas for drawing.
I went from an S7 to this, huge upgrade! My S7 finally broke after 6 years. The S22 is roughly the same size as my S7, I don't want to go any bigger than this!
Samsung did exactly what I wanted them to do, short of giving it the same cameras as the ultra. I prefer small phones because of all the adventures I go on. Hides way in my pocket nicely and takes great pictures. I'm excited to get my S22. Coming from an S10
I've had my s22 for a whole day before just now seeing your review, and couldn't agree more with what you had to say about it. Battery, very decent. Not amazing, but good. Camera, takes some great pictures. Better than my s10. UI, much more appealing than my s10. Device is sleek, comfortable, fast, reliable, and overall I'm pleased
@@maccasmgg123 after a few days of heavy use, it is a good phone. No real complaints. The battery is good for every day use, but when doing anything like gaming, you really can take lots out of the battery pretty quick. It feels comfortable in the hand. I'm not a fan of not having an SD card slot, or a headphone jack. Sad to see Samsung going the way of Apple.
@@hwiatslgeord2887 did you buy it? I bought one a few days ago and yes the phone is great, but the battery... it's really bothering me. I mostly surf the Web and use WhatsApp and UA-cam and the battery simply won't last thru an entire day. One other thing is the network signal. I've never had any issues at home but now with the S22 it is very low. Tried the sim card on two other phones at home and it was fine so it is definitely a phone issue.
yeah, honestly, I like the s22 and s22+ so much more than the s22 ultra, but I'm going to get the ultra only because of the s-pen and 10x which I actually would use a lot. It's a shame though, I really liked the s22+ display, flat and all even 😪
Yeah had to copy iPhone's premium design to be the best design in android lol, but what about other hardware and software of samsung tho can't even beat older iphones lol especially with that exynos🤣
This is exactly how I feel about my S20 FE 5G. Cheap? Yes. Is the camera good? Yep. Battery life? Pretty good. Proportions? Good. Screen? No complaints. It doesn't blow me away but I don't want/need it to. I love this phone because it fills everything I need in a phone, without costing me over $400. I really miss the S Pen though so I might pick up the S22 ultra when the S23 comes out.
damn, though. My s8 looks like it is so much thinner, having curved glass on the back at least makes it look so much better and is much more comfortable
@Diogo probably true tbh, but i don't think it's a good thing. there's a thing called ergonomics. I wonder where removing headphone jacks and not including chargers in the box came from
Note fan here. S22 ultra is great successor of note philosophy in terms of design as well. No rounded corners of the display make it resemble piece of paper shape which add to note taking experience bu after getting used to it using diffrent apss with corners trimed off feels weird. Althouth j prefer slimmer side metal frame of Note 10 plus rest of s22 ultra makes me really like design of this phone.
@@GB-um9oc I personally really like the S22 ultra's design. It's super clean and just nice overall, but still went with the S22 plus because I like that design as well and prefer a bit of a lighter and smaller phone
I bought the S22 last week. I ordered it on Tuesday night, after the official presentation, and it arrived less than 2 days later, on Thursday morning, even though on the website it said it would arrive in March. The size is good, the battery lasts well (more than 24 hours for normal use), the supercharger works fast (this is my preferred way of charging it as the wireless takes considerably longer), it doesn't heat up (only on day 1 while I was setting it up). The size is the right one for me as I'm a woman and anything bigger looks like the size of my head.
is this a snapdragon version? just to clarify this is the regular s22 right? I'm concerned about battery life but I don't really do gaming on phone, what was ur normal use routine like?
Just wanted to thank you for providing the insight you provide. I was in the market for a new phone, and watching this review among 20 other reviews from other creators made me decide on the S22. Ordered it last night in green on Google Fi! You make incredibly compelling content and you've made me a lifelong viewer. Keep up the great work, man.
I think he lionizes it. I think it's a piece of crap. The battery is terrible. The processor is too power-hungry while also being inadequate. It lags, apps crash regularly, and I find myself having to restart the phone every few days. I've had this phone less than four months, and the battery life is about the same as the S9+ I had for over three years. It is inferior to my old phone in every conceivable way, except that the processor is better on paper(but not in practice), and the camera is definitely better. I had to trade in my treasured S9 for this hunk of crap, expecting I would have a superior phone, and instead I find it has stripped features and cheap, unreliable components. The only good thing is the camera, and I don't take a lot of pictures.
@1230mkelly still on the Unlimited Plus plan. Love Fi but the battery on this phone is terrible. No other real complaints besides that. PHENOMENAL phone but the battery is bad enough for me to try to upgrade to an S23+ asap.
@Lauz14 The S22 is a great phone with a bad battery... the S23 has SLIGHTLY improved battery life but I would suggest the S23+ or the S22+ if you're on a budget.
I went with the Ultra since the cameras and the proper Note features are really important to me, but otherwise the S22+ looks sweeeeet. If it had the camera of the Ultra I'd go for it immediately.
Yeah just wanna be iphone woah what if iphone copies something from Android which they never do but what if this comments would've been different haha samsung fanboys
Always like the honest reviews on this channel. I'm going S22 for the more compact size and overall balance and quality. One thing I would like to see is some sort of rating for repairability. Screen and battery should replaceable to stop tech landfill where possible.
It's great to hear mkbhd mention it and it's great that you are talking about this as well. If we want more sustainable phones we have to be vocal about wanting them.
@UCX6eUEUgxHPBcN8N770h-2w No offense but why do people feel the need to impersonate others? Is it to scam in some way? Marques doesn't even have a Telegram channel as far as I know.
@@mart9585 Im sure if you guys keep requesting some sort of basic repairability in the comments the tide will turn. I've lost many phones to what should be a simple repair while they were still working fine.
@@NanoMine It's great that iFixit zeros in on repairs, but we also need the general review guys to give it some sort of mention. Until basic repair becomes as important as a selfie camera, manufacturing won't plan for it. We have to ask for it 👍🏻
Lol Samsung literally copied iphones boxy design, symmetrical bezels, 10-120hz refresh rate, no charger in the box, glassy back of the phone, metal frame. 🐑🐑🐑
That's why I prefer watching this channel's reviews over other channels. I appreciate how Marques can articulate and bring such a interesting discussion about tech over boring, but really good phones.
@@jengny Flossy Carter for a consumer tech review and fun. This channel and mrwhosboss boss for professional, unbiased reviews. Some reviewers are biased.
First things first, great review as usual. The Iphone of android is a very bold title and it is very interesting to see Samsung taking less risks to bring a more "main stream" phone to the market. No new tech or crazy functions, just what they know they can do well in a good looking phone. It is very sad to still see people "defending" Apple and Android in the comment section as if they would get paid to do it. As long as all brands develop good phones and offer competitive price's, all consumer's win. Samsung certainly pushes Apple out of their conforte zone as much as Apple does it to Samsung. For us, it is a clear win-win 👌🏻
You're probably the smartest person I've ever encountered in a tech review comment section. Thank you for being so civilized and and well-mannered when talking about phones instead of shitting on them like other people. I salute you sir.
Samsung innovates in foldable category. Apple, well might bring out an "Apple-esque" foldable iPhone few years down the line, but so far, we're not seeing any innovation from Apple these days. I'm not hating on Apple, but I miss the Steve Jobs days, where iPhone earned its reputation for its industry-defining ideas and features.
I watched this 2 years ago before buying the device.. for some reason today I came back to watch again, while smiling at my s22 lol..still is an amazing device
I've never thought about the direction of the vibration motor inside phones until I watched this review. Thanks for unlocking that in my brain, Marques 😊
@@adamez6885 What are you talking about? My friend got his S22 Ultra delivered yesterday. Also, many stores such as Best Buy, T-Mobile, etc usually set up demo models of the new phones for people to try out.
Great review! Just upgraded from S10 to S22 only because of delayed patches on S10 and nearing EOS. On the vibration issue, I guess Samsung took a note of feedback and provided a vibration sound setting to alleviate the issue out of pocket at-least. Couldn't agree more to all things mentioned about Samsung maturing from bloatware over the years and now leading the way in Android features. I myself was OnePlus fan before moving to S10 which was a pleasant surprise and S22 has bettered it in terms of some cool nifty features in software like "video call effects". Having "Switch"-ed over my data from old phone, I will soon be missing the expandable storage I guess. Limiting battery charge to 85% is another cool feature to prolong battery life which makes sense as Samsung promised 4 years of software support. Thanks again for the great video helped me and many others make an informed decision.
@@jerome8147 well not unless you get a good deal. I traded in my s10 for $106 and bought s22 at $300 + tax with a condition to switch to Google fi for 4 months. So in my case it was worth the upgrade as soon I wouldn't be able to trade in my s10 anymore and given the 4 yr support form samsung, I see s22 as a worthy upgrade at that price. Won't recommend paying more than $300 though as s10 is still a solid phone if end of support doesn't bother you as much. For me software support is needed for my work email on phone so was a compulsion to upgrade. Chose s22 because of form factor else s22+ is a better deal @ $100 more.
@@kujtimfetahu1507 pixel 6 pro user here. Avid pixel fan here. This phone is riddled with bugs. It's because of Tensor I'm sure but Google has a lot to figure out with this phone. My guess is the next series will work a lot of those kinks out.
@@Onaterdem Isn't it though? Bezels are basically gone so now the bodies of the phones have shrunken down to near the size of the standard phones from 5 years ago.
Samsung is doing pretty great stuff in their Good Lock app. Some features were straight up added to One UI, some are just good usability and customization enhancements. I have stopped using NovaLauncher for the first time in years and am just using vanilla Samsung quite happily.
Omg so cool to hear someone else bring that up! I was using nova launcher on different android phones for years 'cause I usually didn't like other manufacturers's UI (emui, touchwizz and so on..) but with samsung's One UI and Good Lock app(which isn't available in every country btw, but you can install FineLock from play store and it's really the same.) I'm actually satisfied. Samsung really came a long way from their early software days. :)
I upgraded from a 9+ to a 20FE and I kinda miss the 9+ it was such a fantastic device, didn't love the curved screen and the battery was toast after 3 years but it was so reliable.
The smaller S22 is the first phone I'm _potentially_ interested in upgrading to from my S10e. I can't get with the larger screen sizes, and it's good to hear the battery life is still decently well on the S22 (which has a 3700mAh compared to the S10e's 3100mAh, but obviously with the new gen processor and 120Hz refresh rate to make up for that difference). And four years of updates? Hot damn. It's just the lack of a headphone jack that still puts me off... I'd have to get a 3.5mm->USB-C connector if I pick up the S22. But it's definitely on my radar this year.
I was on Note 9 and wanted to upgrade but hesitant because of this as well. I thought I couldn't love without the headphone jack, until I got the Galaxy Buds+ too, really convenient.
Samsung S22 looks so good! I really like the compact form factor and it was one of the biggest reasons for switching to a 13 mini earlier this year. Before that, I was using the Pixel 4a which was also very compact. Hope this trend of making compact phones continues! 😊 And as always, great review Marques!
@@RohanChouguleTechEd - Hey Rohan! The initial switch from Android to iOS is painstaking as you have to reinstall so many apps, log in again etc etc but post that initial hiccup, you’ll love the 13 mini. Not that there was anything wrong with 4a but for me since I had iPad and AirPods, switching to 13 mini has been a good experience! Go for it, you won’t regret it 😊
@@siddharthmenon8715 thanks for the response. I appreciate it. How is the multi-tasking performance? Apparently my pixel 4a kinda seems to lag and drain battery alot if i am outside trying to book cabs using ola n Uber, while replying to someone on WhatsApp. So that overall doesn't seem like a lot of multi-tasking. But how has your experience been around this aspect? I am not into gaming. And camera, i am sure, is good in both of them. Thanks again!
@@RohanChouguleTechEd - Multi-tasking on the 13 mini is a breeze. No problems faced so far. Again, I’m not a power user so haven’t really pushed it but I’ve had no problems with day-to-day multitasking. And the battery performance is also good. Pixel 4a also never gave me many problems although post Android 13, the performance was erratic. My dad is still using it without any issues so far. 😊 Camera, I still like the one on Pixel though 13 mini is also very good. Just a matter of preference, I guess!
Yeah we need more compact phones on the market. Definitely the best value for money out of the trio. I have tiny hands and find big phones are cumbersome and heavy not to mention that they won't fit in my pocket. Boy am I glad to see you Samsung making a compact phone again
I have had my s22 for nearly a year now,and have to say it's a great little phone. Great performance,love the design and I get all day battery.only thing I don't do is gaming and I get anywhere between 5-7 hours sot with a full days use(and a bit more). I keep it on 120hz and adaptive brightness. I do tweak some things like: *Dark mode *Put apps in deep sleep *Turn off nearby/printer scanning *Use 4g instead of 5g Also I always perform partition cache wipe and galaxy apps booster after every software update.
Im so glad we're back to flat screens, Ive hated the edge curves ever since the s7. And I feel like one of the things that have cemented Samsung's default android phone status lately is that there aren't as many flagship options left anymore
Yes, I received my green S22+ yesterday and I already put on a tempered glass screen that actually fits correctly. So glad they finally did away with the curved screen.
I think its good they kept it on the biggest models. One of the biggest complaints for the big new iphones is that the square edges are really uncomfortable to use. So why not put some curved edges on the big ones so they are easy to use, but while you are at it, just extend the screen into those edges. If the palm rejection is good, why not?
The S22 with it's smaller size, very slim and symmetrical bezels, contour cut camera bump design, and One UI 4 that fits the device's hardware really well looks so good to be. In my opinion it's the best looking phone right now personally, better than S22 Ultra even though it also is really nice.
Except for the size which is subjective, the S22 and S22 plus have the same design and for me I prefer the S22 plus as the best size between the two. For the Ultra, I don't like it
Except for the navbar etc. which is still never transparent and looks horrible on this hardware. I don't get how Google (or Samsung) still can't get stuff like this right 🤦🏻♂️
I've been using s22 for 6 months now. I just have three things to say 1) Worst battery life ( like under 5hrs) 2) Phone heats up, especially out doors in a sunny day you can't even hold it 3) Worst processor efficiency (gets really hot while high load )
Went from a A20 to a S22, very pleased. Battery is not as good but it charges very fast. If you turn off certain options the battery life can be improved.
@@Mike_B. keep it in dark mode..don't have your data on unless you are actually using it. There are others in settings that I don;t remember but there was a video i saw on in that walked me through it.
Can u pliz tell me how ur battery is doing now. I’m in urgent need of some experience . How many percentage r u left with by the end of the day and also the screentime
I had the note 10+ and I was so satisfied with the pencil because I could take notes or efficient selfies. Next samsung I buy will def be a note if i could
@@slicknick29 I personally find the individual camera cut outs cool as a concept, but weird looking strange and new as if it were an unfinished product I like the box design around the cameras myself
As an iPhone user, I’m glad Android has an “iPhone of Android”. There SHOULD be equivalent alternatives to iPhones, because that pushes both companies to continue to be good, and to continue getting better. And that’s why I love iPhones: yes, they’re boring, but they’re really good. They just work, and they work well, and for a long time. And I’m glad Samsung is the same. Better technology and better quality is better for all of us.
Lol Samsung literally copied iphones boxy design, symmetrical bezels, 10-120hz refresh rate, no charger in the box, glassy back of the phone, metal frame. 🐑🐑🐑
@@StakorcinaSplinter LMFAO So we're gonna pretend that apple didn't copy the widgets, wireless charging, face id, OLED display, rear camera OIS, no home button, larger screen size etc.. Both companies copy from each other and I don't necessarily consider that as a bad thing, copying is how Innovation spreads, so the end users of both platforms can have the best of both worlds. "A good artist copies, but a great artist steals" - Steve Jobs
I'm really looking forward to this to replace my slightly aging S9+ my biggest issue with the S9+ is the curved edges cause the screen protectors always keep forming wrinkles after like 4 days. Really hyped to get this!
I like how all of us are replacing our S9+'s xD I love it. Mine doesn't charge unless it's wireless and the battery is starting to suffer. Can't wait to have mine arrive.
Seriously, I switched from the note 20 ultra to the z flip 3 to the s22 and I'm glad I did. Don't get me wrong, the flip 3 is a BEAUTIFUL phone and far stronger than many rumors would have you believe. Mine was still in pristine condition when I traded it in. Anyway, I digress. The s22 is a breath of fresh air and sigh of relief in phone form. It's so awesome to not have to "baby" a phone anymore due to it having multiple "weak" and vulnerable spots. Its sooooo wonderful to not have to deal with a curved screen. I'm grateful for a flat screen because I haven't had one since I grabbed the note 9 years ago. The s22 is everything a person needs and a tiny bit more in a cute and compact form. I'm definitely happy!
Tbf though, nowadays bezels are so small and everyone seems to measure the screen diagonal as if the corners aren't curved, so phones now that are 6" are much smaller than 6" phones like six years ago
Back then those 4 inch displays were 16:9, as compared to 20:9 today, which is entirely different. 16:9 typically looks larger, even though it's smaller diagonally, due to the extra width.
Samsung's evolution is truly amazing. I myself went from hating Samsung phones and mocking my friends for using that clunky mess to using and loving Samsung phones. The reliability of these phones are easily worth the extra money Samsung charges compared to the likes of Xiaomi and OnePlus
Samsung phones are popular in the East due to their reliability (like Japanese cars ) and easy to repair as there are Samsung shops ( like Apple stores in the US and EU ) all over to repair the phone if you have any problems. Wife uses S7 with its original battery as a back up phone .
@@ahmadabdalkhan8743 same here i just want to upgrade because its a 64gb version nolonger sustains my storage needs everytime i have to delete staff to keep some storage free, otherwise i would still going strong on this s9+ never had issue since, the display on this phone is just insane
Lol some of my friends probably still think Samsung is still stuck with Touchwiz and a CPU that runs hot even when doing nothing so they avoid it like a plague. 😅
I’m a loyal Apple product user, but I can’t deny that in 2024, I love using my s22 as a second phone. Changed my entire perspective as far as android devices. Seems like whatever my iPhone lacks, the s22 makes up for it.
Literally was upgrading my wife's and son's phones to this while watching the review. I already have tracking for my S22 Ultra so we're about to be a full Samsung family with smartphones. First time ever. If only the Pixel 6 was having soooo many issues, we'd be a Pixel family. Oh well. Thanks again for an awesome video MK and team
the change in the vibration motor also provides a much more precise feel when it comes to haptic feedback when typing. iPhones don't really use it unless you use third party keyboards, but it always felt better to type on. Glad Samsung brought a similar feel to their phones. If you don't use haptic feedback then its a moot point
@@0741921 that comparison doesnt make sense, on a keyboard you get the feedback from the switches and springs but on a phone you re tapping a flat glass panel
I appreciate the vibration comparison! I already have a hard time sensing vibrations in phones so I'll be watching out for that. I've ordered the S22 as my upgrade from a S7!! No typo, this lil unit of a phone has lasted me this long, and I bought a refurbished one originally. It's still technically working, I just wanted a better camera and more space. It also survived an overnight dunk in the hot tub. Due to how impressed I've been with my S7, and the Galaxies in general, that was why I got it instead of the Pixel. I felt like the S22 was the best of all my preference factors: Galaxy, reasonably priced, not too big (tiny hands), decent camera for my uses, space upgrade. I'm not a power user by any means so the battery was not a concern of mine.
Dont update your S22 to Android 13 if you do then you might regret. I had S21+ which I upgraded to Android 12 from it's native 11 and eventually regretted because everything just messed up but on Android 11 all was OK.
@@SalemEditzTM in this case, their channel is 160K+ subscribers, so it’s legitimate. However - the font that Google uses to display names in their web apps and iOS/android apps includes the Material Icons as glyphs you can type out. So, people abuse it, add the “verified” icon to make it seem like they’re not “absolute nobodies.” But in this case, they’re legit.
I went and bought the S22+ for myself and my wife (7.22.22) , based off the strength of Marques' excellence of his reviews. We had the S9+ ever since it dropped, and was glad to get my next phone, just based off of Marques' reviews. Good job, Sir.
One thing about Samsung that you have to give credit for is they actually listen to their fan base . They have streamline One UI making Google messages as default app is great . What makes Samsung a great phone are all the features and options. I was one to complain about the duplicate apps like two photo galleries, two app stores and so on but actually I see it as a choice now which really doesn't get in the way of Android. With Samsung you really have to take the time and discover everything that Samsung offers which is way more than most phones and that's the beauty of owning a Samsung . Also by far the best smartwatch companion of any Android device the Galaxy Watch .
I agree. Especially with the Ultra line-up. I have the S21 Ultra and I'm still learning all the options and software available. Add the S pen and it's mind blowing how much you can do.
They do not listen to their fanbase in the exynos countries. If they did they would just kill exynos and give us the same phone everyone else gets that has the much better chip.
6:26 fun fact: here in Brazil if you buy any of the phones from the s22 line you can actually ask for the charger within 30 days after the date of the purchase and Samsung will send you one for free
@@RaiseThePressure depends on usage, I went on holiday recently and used it heavily for google maps, contacless payments. Lots of photos and videos and google searches, bit of mild gaming - it lasted me from 4am till 6pm where the battery was at 20%. The other day, I was busy with work (off charge at 8am), used the phone to read news and the occasional notification, and the battery was 90% by 5pm. I haven't been in a situation where I have had to conserve battery yet.
I was looking forward to this review. Ever since the unboxing been wanting to upgrade my current phone to the regular s22. I think this is the best fit for me. Thanks for the unbiased review.
I used apple for 4 years before switching to Galaxy S9 plus followed by S21 ultra & oh boy I am loving what these phones have to offer. The moon shots the astro photography just the control you have over the phones and the cameras with an everlasting battery life makes these Galaxy phones a great pick. I love how the S22 looks but I wait for another year to see some massive improvements over the already amazing S21 ultra. But great job Samsung & Great job Mkbhd on your reviews! Keep up the good work!!
I'm the same way. The S21 ultra is amazing but the jump from 21 to 22 is not enough to jump ship. The stylus integration is nice, but not enough for the price point.
@@Mindcrackings I got the note20 ultra and was ready to say goodbye to Samsung due to the lack of a stylus. I use my phone for art stuff and some graphic design too . I'm not a pro so yeah , it's something that keeps me happy . But now with the s22 ultra giving me a stylus out of the box . I can use it for notes and art stuff. But I'll wait til next year to see what they have. Not really keen on the 8 gen 1 . Maybe they'll improve next year on that. Feels like gen 1 anything isn't always that great.
@@sonofage The 8 Gen 1 chip is a slightly powerful chip but it's power hungry as well & that lack of efficiency is one if its biggest drawbacks. Hopefully they will improve on it in the coming year. I also won't be surprised if the exynos chip starts outperforming them in the near future.
To me, Android is just better than iPhone. I feel like the iPhones have “limits” but on Android, I feel more free using it. I enjoy Android rather than iPhone but it's understandable if you enjoy iPhone more.
Those limits also systematically provide a more guaranteed level of security, privacy, and quality of experience (hence the primary driving factors of Apple making the choice to do it that way) when it’s largely the apps & individual specs that enable/differentiate key functionality. They each have their merits so it’s kinda what you want at that point while they then have so much in common (or possibly will find one differentiator implemented in a future update from one or the other) as a middle ground.
I currently have an A52 5G, and my family and I are switching to S22s now. Feeling one in my hand, it was weird that it felt so small, especially after going from S5 to S7 to A52 5G, but I like it, a lot. Definitely looking forward to having mine, soon.
This phone is nice, not gonna lie, Samsung did great on this. They've kept the pieces from last year and made some things better so it's not huge upgrade, but it's a solid one 👏
I use to think 🤔 I needed bigger phone. Well 6 yrs later I appreciate a 6" phone that easily fits in my pocket and one I can use one handed . I believe the smaller phones are coming back. Just need to work out the kinks on battery life ..... I purchased a Samsung s22 And so far I like it 👌 A-
I was using the S7 a few months ago and it was an absolute blast of an experience.. Love to see you got that experience too.. Hope you absolutely enjoy your upgrade.. Cheers mate👋
S22 looks really attractive, went for pixel this Gen, hopefully the 'smaller' form factor will continue on for the next couple of gens when I'm ready to update
I've been on Pixel since the beginning. Sadly, recently, my Pixel 5 screen got smashed. I bought the Pixel 6, but even in the non-pro version the size is just too big. The Pixel 5 was perfect for me. I handled the S22 today and I think that's the ticket for now. I love stock android, hopefully I'll like Samsung's iteration.
S22 is really my android phone of the year. Its ok that battery is smaller. That compact form factor is what I have really wanted with a great camera system and the flexibility of android. Thank you Samsung. I really need to get a feel of the vibration motor while typing. One plus 8T has it done well according to my taste.
How is it ok to have a small battery? Without juice you basically have a nice brick in your pocket... Think a bit before commenting stupid shit like that
@@stibena1 i don't game just do note taking some UA-cam video watching and social connect. I think it has enough juice for that and can get me through the day. I needed a camera that is as good as an iPhone this is close to what you can get an on Android. It does support wireless charging so you can just keep it there during the day when you are not using it will continue to slow charge if need be. I don't think that's anyways limiting me. It's the form factor that matters you have the option of plus variation if you need more juice i need the compact form factor. It's a matter of preference.
something about symmetrical bezels makes a phone look so much nicer
@Don't read profile photo ok
@Don't read profile photo ok
@Don't read profile photo I remember seeing these in high school. Pathetic
So what iPhones have had since 2017? Lol
@@jimjamjon2285 yeah but it’s thinner than what apple had in 2017
2 years later. Now is the time to buy s22 for me because i cannot afford latest flagship🤣🤣
The latest flagship is mostly just ai, don't think that you're gonna miss anything big. Also most of the ai features will come to the s22 with oneUI 6.1.
Just got one literally today and uts amazing 😊
how's the battery? and which chip did you get?@@mrburito6theburito6rule35
same with me :)
Same, thinking of buying one
I'm not a Samsung guy, but the S22 design looks so clean and really nice this year. I prefer the S22 design over the S22 Ultra for once.
My thoughts exactly. I absolutely despise huge screens and curved edges and the S22 looks damn gorgeous.
@@GB-um9oc Yeah it's not a design refresh, it's like the iPhone 13 where there's minor tweaks to the design from the iPhone 12 to make it better.
@@GB-um9oc s22 ultrq simply continues note series design philosophy which me as a note series fan j really apprecieate.
@@GB-um9oc It's because you don't like it doesn't mean they share the same opinion with you. It is obvious that none of these guys cares about what you like over what they may actually need.
You are totally right.
Now if I could enable an Spen to work with the S22 I would have the perfect mini Note I always wanted.
I just need the Spen to right some notes here and there so I don't need a huge canvas for drawing.
I went from an S7 to this, huge upgrade! My S7 finally broke after 6 years. The S22 is roughly the same size as my S7, I don't want to go any bigger than this!
Waiting for my S5 to die. I have been replacing the batteries. Performance is... I'm used to it.
OMG same here, my s7 edge died after 6 years!! It was the best phone I've ever had
Lol have an s7 that im gonna retire soon. Guess this is my sign.
@@dannnsss8034 fucking hell dude
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I heard 22 by Taylor in the beginning and was like… WATTT 👀
best day everrr
Glad I wasn't the only one thinking that
SAME
It's S22! and Taylor's 22 is probably the most popular thing about the number "22"
Noticed it too, and thought… “I see what you did there…”
As someone who’s not in love with big phones, it’s so nice to see a quality “compact” phone.
Same. I got the base S21 and it's probably one of my favorite phones I've ever had. Love the feel in the hand
Agreed I hate the bigger phone phase we’re in now.
not going to lie, i already preordered the s22. from a pixel 6 (non pro). i thought 6.4 would be small enough, but its still annoying
Try ip11pro/13mini
There’s nothing compact about 6.1 inches.
Samsung did exactly what I wanted them to do, short of giving it the same cameras as the ultra. I prefer small phones because of all the adventures I go on. Hides way in my pocket nicely and takes great pictures. I'm excited to get my S22. Coming from an S10
I decided to upgrade from s10 to s22 plus. Wanted more battery
I would appreciate an update after you get it. I have an s10.
S8 😅 Time to say goodbye old friend ha
Whoa, you waited 12 years to update your phone?
@@raphavbarros S8 released in 2017, so it's 5 years.
I've had my s22 for a whole day before just now seeing your review, and couldn't agree more with what you had to say about it. Battery, very decent. Not amazing, but good. Camera, takes some great pictures. Better than my s10. UI, much more appealing than my s10. Device is sleek, comfortable, fast, reliable, and overall I'm pleased
How would you recommend the s22 now after having it for a while? Im thinking of buying
@@maccasmgg123 after a few days of heavy use, it is a good phone. No real complaints. The battery is good for every day use, but when doing anything like gaming, you really can take lots out of the battery pretty quick. It feels comfortable in the hand. I'm not a fan of not having an SD card slot, or a headphone jack. Sad to see Samsung going the way of Apple.
@@snivelyk can you share your experience as of now after 2 weeks?
im buying it tomorrow as my first phone
@@hwiatslgeord2887 did you buy it? I bought one a few days ago and yes the phone is great, but the battery... it's really bothering me. I mostly surf the Web and use WhatsApp and UA-cam and the battery simply won't last thru an entire day.
One other thing is the network signal. I've never had any issues at home but now with the S22 it is very low. Tried the sim card on two other phones at home and it was fine so it is definitely a phone issue.
Quick question: Should i pick the s22 if i am gonna use it for 4 years ?
I'm surprised no one mentions that they used Taylor Swift's 22 as background music for a S22 review video
Yeah, that was a swing and a miss on their part
I am checking the comments for this comment bruh
@@madhusudanghosh3956 literally me. Scrolling through all comments to find Taylor stans lol
Yessss i was about to comment the same thing! MB gang are swifties i love it
Yeah, I recognized it, but I was like why?? And the remembered the phone's number is 22
Thank you for reviewing the normal S22. It's like a breath of fresh air in a flood of S22 Ultra videos.
Right!! I literally hate the s22 Ultra now because every damn video on UA-cam is on it
@@joshgeurink2131 I wanted to check the camera quality for s22 and iphone 13 and nope all the videos are ultra and pro Max, so annoying
I'm so glad he's covering it. I'm getting the S22+
I know right!!??
Agree 👍
The S22+ might honestly be Samsung's best design phone ever. It's definitely one of my favorite phone designs that I've seen.
@@supermike180 you know the s22+ has 8gb of ram as well right? 😂😂
yeah, honestly, I like the s22 and s22+ so much more than the s22 ultra, but I'm going to get the ultra only because of the s-pen and 10x which I actually would use a lot.
It's a shame though, I really liked the s22+ display, flat and all even 😪
Yeah had to copy iPhone's premium design to be the best design in android lol, but what about other hardware and software of samsung tho can't even beat older iphones lol especially with that exynos🤣
@@wilder894 dont care didnt ask
@@wilder894 what feature is there on iOS that you use and isn't present on one UI?
This is exactly how I feel about my S20 FE 5G. Cheap? Yes. Is the camera good? Yep. Battery life? Pretty good. Proportions? Good. Screen? No complaints. It doesn't blow me away but I don't want/need it to. I love this phone because it fills everything I need in a phone, without costing me over $400. I really miss the S Pen though so I might pick up the S22 ultra when the S23 comes out.
The regular s22 with that small compact design and even minimal bezels all around, its the best looking design for sure, at least for me
It indeed is, but the battery is terrible. Needs charge after 18:00pm every day..m
@@stibena1 MKBHD said he got over 1 day of use unless he did heavy stuff likes games
it feels too thick in the hand
@@AviSanX aint what your doing a typical example of fanboying?
@@AviSanX iphone mini is too small.
It's fit for women and midgets.
background music was a masterpiece in this
Yeah I recommended him😜
I don't know about you
It sounds like "22" by Taylor Swift haha
@@KellanJames I was gonna start singing I thought it was lol
Nobody tell Taylor or Marques is going to have to pay up 💰
Didn't think that this review will start with an NBA reference. Love the comparison tho :))
Love your nba analysis heat check
It also starts with a Taylor Swift song haha
Let's get into it...
bless your soul White Kyrie
And a taylor swift reference
Marques is, by far, the best tech reviewer out there. The vibration motor critique....10/10!
I really love smartphones with small form factor, flat edge, and thin bezel. The S22 nails it perfectly.
@Diogo sheep
damn, though. My s8 looks like it is so much thinner, having curved glass on the back at least makes it look so much better and is much more comfortable
@@nani4906 dude... 🤦🏻♂️ some Android fans are ridiculous and they don't even notice it themselves.
Needs flat sides too though. Rounded sides are visually distracting when viewing a screen the same way bezels are.
@Diogo probably true tbh, but i don't think it's a good thing. there's a thing called ergonomics. I wonder where removing headphone jacks and not including chargers in the box came from
I’m really a big fan of the design of the S22 opposed to the S22 ultra because it’s sleek, clean, and all the matte color finishes look amazing!
Note fan here. S22 ultra is great successor of note philosophy in terms of design as well. No rounded corners of the display make it resemble piece of paper shape which add to note taking experience bu after getting used to it using diffrent apss with corners trimed off feels weird. Althouth j prefer slimmer side metal frame of Note 10 plus rest of s22 ultra makes me really like design of this phone.
@@GB-um9oc I personally really like the S22 ultra's design. It's super clean and just nice overall, but still went with the S22 plus because I like that design as well and prefer a bit of a lighter and smaller phone
iPhone is trash it’s to plain it’s to boring
Samsung is great it’s to plain it’s to boring lmao
iPhone is GOAT levels to this shiiiit
Does anyone know where to get the S22 wallpaper used in the video?🤔
matte glass back? Flat on two sides? Im in
I bought the S22 last week. I ordered it on Tuesday night, after the official presentation, and it arrived less than 2 days later, on Thursday morning, even though on the website it said it would arrive in March. The size is good, the battery lasts well (more than 24 hours for normal use), the supercharger works fast (this is my preferred way of charging it as the wireless takes considerably longer), it doesn't heat up (only on day 1 while I was setting it up). The size is the right one for me as I'm a woman and anything bigger looks like the size of my head.
This makes me feel so much better as this is my first android phone ever! My s22 comes on Monday :) I’m very excited.
@@ariellerose505 share your experience when it comes 😀👍
is this a snapdragon version? just to clarify this is the regular s22 right? I'm concerned about battery life but I don't really do gaming on phone, what was ur normal use routine like?
24 hours? You mean without using it?
Take note, Google.
Just wanted to thank you for providing the insight you provide. I was in the market for a new phone, and watching this review among 20 other reviews from other creators made me decide on the S22. Ordered it last night in green on Google Fi! You make incredibly compelling content and you've made me a lifelong viewer.
Keep up the great work, man.
What plan did you get?
I think he lionizes it. I think it's a piece of crap. The battery is terrible. The processor is too power-hungry while also being inadequate. It lags, apps crash regularly, and I find myself having to restart the phone every few days. I've had this phone less than four months, and the battery life is about the same as the S9+ I had for over three years. It is inferior to my old phone in every conceivable way, except that the processor is better on paper(but not in practice), and the camera is definitely better. I had to trade in my treasured S9 for this hunk of crap, expecting I would have a superior phone, and instead I find it has stripped features and cheap, unreliable components. The only good thing is the camera, and I don't take a lot of pictures.
@1230mkelly still on the Unlimited Plus plan. Love Fi but the battery on this phone is terrible. No other real complaints besides that. PHENOMENAL phone but the battery is bad enough for me to try to upgrade to an S23+ asap.
I’m looking to get a Samsung phone any suggestions which one would be good
@Lauz14 The S22 is a great phone with a bad battery... the S23 has SLIGHTLY improved battery life but I would suggest the S23+ or the S22+ if you're on a budget.
I would 100% go for the S22+ for the satisfying symmetrical bezels and the flat display. It looks so goooooood 🤤
I went with the Ultra since the cameras and the proper Note features are really important to me, but otherwise the S22+ looks sweeeeet. If it had the camera of the Ultra I'd go for it immediately.
regular s22 is also symmetrical
Yeah just wanna be iphone woah what if iphone copies something from Android which they never do but what if this comments would've been different haha samsung fanboys
L copied comment
It feels good too. I wished the S22 ultra felt the same
Is no one gonna talk about “Taylor - 22” used in the intro? That’s brilliant!😂
I was gonna say.... Why does that tune sound familiar... Then realised the connection to the song "22" lol
I woke up to that song for a while a few months back, I recognized it instantly
Surprised I had dive deep into the comment section to find anything related to 22.
How many people watching MKBHD also listen to Taylor Swift? I’d imagine there isn’t a lot of overlap.
@@TheWTFreally you'd be surprised mate! Linus likes T Swizzy too
Always like the honest reviews on this channel. I'm going S22 for the more compact size and overall balance and quality. One thing I would like to see is some sort of rating for repairability. Screen and battery should replaceable to stop tech landfill where possible.
I've heard that screen is much more easier to replace on S22 series now. Not sure exactly how but I am hopeful. Need to wait for iFixit's teardown.
It's great to hear mkbhd mention it and it's great that you are talking about this as well. If we want more sustainable phones we have to be vocal about wanting them.
@UCX6eUEUgxHPBcN8N770h-2w No offense but why do people feel the need to impersonate others? Is it to scam in some way? Marques doesn't even have a Telegram channel as far as I know.
@@mart9585 Im sure if you guys keep requesting some sort of basic repairability in the comments the tide will turn. I've lost many phones to what should be a simple repair while they were still working fine.
@@NanoMine It's great that iFixit zeros in on repairs, but we also need the general review guys to give it some sort of mention. Until basic repair becomes as important as a selfie camera, manufacturing won't plan for it. We have to ask for it 👍🏻
Good presentation and execution with cinematic touches 👌🏽
The symmetrical bezels are so nice. It makes the phone 10 times better looking.
Lol Samsung literally copied iphones boxy design, symmetrical bezels, 10-120hz refresh rate, no charger in the box, glassy back of the phone, metal frame. 🐑🐑🐑
@@StakorcinaSplinter Iphones do not have symmetrical bezels, and Samsung had 10-120hz frame rates before Iphone
@@StakorcinaSplinter galazy phones had rear glass when iphone had aluminium
@@StakorcinaSplinter yaya keep whining
I really hate samsung for not doing the same on their a-lineup. The a52s has no reason to have a 2mm thicker chin then the rest.
That's why I prefer watching this channel's reviews over other channels. I appreciate how Marques can articulate and bring such a interesting discussion about tech over boring, but really good phones.
I totally agree! This channel is my only go-to when it comes to smartphones review.
You really can't expect incredible upgrades over a year, maybe 24 or 25
@@jengny Flossy Carter for a consumer tech review and fun. This channel and mrwhosboss boss for professional, unbiased reviews. Some reviewers are biased.
Him and Flossy Carter are my favourite
I could care less to learn about every new feature that comes on every new phone but I still watch all of his videos just because of his storytelling
First things first, great review as usual. The Iphone of android is a very bold title and it is very interesting to see Samsung taking less risks to bring a more "main stream" phone to the market. No new tech or crazy functions, just what they know they can do well in a good looking phone.
It is very sad to still see people "defending" Apple and Android in the comment section as if they would get paid to do it. As long as all brands develop good phones and offer competitive price's, all consumer's win. Samsung certainly pushes Apple out of their conforte zone as much as Apple does it to Samsung. For us, it is a clear win-win 👌🏻
You're probably the smartest person I've ever encountered in a tech review comment section. Thank you for being so civilized and and well-mannered when talking about phones instead of shitting on them like other people. I salute you sir.
Yeah you're a real gentleman mate.
That S22 on the thumb nail... ? Which color is that ?
@@prasadundale7467 I guess the green one. It looks darker in person but still pretty
Samsung innovates in foldable category. Apple, well might bring out an "Apple-esque" foldable iPhone few years down the line, but so far, we're not seeing any innovation from Apple these days.
I'm not hating on Apple, but I miss the Steve Jobs days, where iPhone earned its reputation for its industry-defining ideas and features.
I watched this 2 years ago before buying the device.. for some reason today I came back to watch again, while smiling at my s22 lol..still is an amazing device
Those slim bezels with the beautiful screen really makes the design look so good
I've never thought about the direction of the vibration motor inside phones until I watched this review. Thanks for unlocking that in my brain, Marques 😊
Why is this account send everyone the same message!!! 🤔
Does anyone know where to get the S22 wallpaper used in the video?🤔
@@yashchauhan2588 its a bot
@@i.smell.of.mangoes you can find them on the Backdrops app
Saw this in store today, it's way smaller than you think, and I absolutely love the flatter designs.
Is it smaller than iphone 13 max?
@@majdoulinesabri720 uhhh....yes
how did you see when it'd supposed to be released on 25 feb?
@@adamez6885 What are you talking about?
My friend got his S22 Ultra delivered yesterday.
Also, many stores such as Best Buy, T-Mobile, etc usually set up demo models of the new phones for people to try out.
@@adamez6885 ???
Great review! Just upgraded from S10 to S22 only because of delayed patches on S10 and nearing EOS. On the vibration issue, I guess Samsung took a note of feedback and provided a vibration sound setting to alleviate the issue out of pocket at-least. Couldn't agree more to all things mentioned about Samsung maturing from bloatware over the years and now leading the way in Android features. I myself was OnePlus fan before moving to S10 which was a pleasant surprise and S22 has bettered it in terms of some cool nifty features in software like "video call effects". Having "Switch"-ed over my data from old phone, I will soon be missing the expandable storage I guess. Limiting battery charge to 85% is another cool feature to prolong battery life which makes sense as Samsung promised 4 years of software support. Thanks again for the great video helped me and many others make an informed decision.
Is it worth it?
@@jerome8147 well not unless you get a good deal. I traded in my s10 for $106 and bought s22 at $300 + tax with a condition to switch to Google fi for 4 months. So in my case it was worth the upgrade as soon I wouldn't be able to trade in my s10 anymore and given the 4 yr support form samsung, I see s22 as a worthy upgrade at that price. Won't recommend paying more than $300 though as s10 is still a solid phone if end of support doesn't bother you as much. For me software support is needed for my work email on phone so was a compulsion to upgrade. Chose s22 because of form factor else s22+ is a better deal @ $100 more.
@@DeveshSingh209 I am looking to do the same exact thing, and the only thing I really care about is if the camera upgrade is worth it lol.
Got the S10 but iam waiting for the S23. Iam hyped about the new SD. That is the best update compared to the S22.
i'm thinking about doing the same thing but i'll wait until the S23 is available hoping that the S22 will get a bit cheaper
can't believe the intro is Taylor's 22 remix!!! LOVE IT!
yesss! Taylor's music is pretty cool if know what to listen to!
" they're all drama free, kind of a bit boring but they're all *REALLY* *REALLY* *GOOD*
6.1" is perfect, hate the trend of huge screens
Still too big for one handed use unfortunately.
@@spacetoast7783 unfortunately even IPhone 13 Pro Max is small for me
I went from a iPhone 11 to the s22 its the perfect size
Mine is 7 inches and im not talking about phone.
@@spacetoast7783 you must have tiny hands I'm able to use my s22+ with 1 hand.
Ok MKBHD, more than a casual basketball fan, I respect it
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Does anyone know where to get the S22 wallpaper used in the video?🤔
You can tell he had All Star weekend on the mind when making this video haha
@@i.smell.of.mangoes Revelations by Kxnt which you can find on the app called Backdrops
I don’t know… he said the early 2000s Spurs and then immediately showed a play with Kawhi Leonard 🤨 He wasn’t even drafted until 2011
the spurs/suns comparison sold me on the spot
Right! Love his basketball talk.
Really like the design of the S22; could have been a real challenger to my Pixel 6 Pro if it came out earlier
A pixel user?
You dropped this 👑
Agreed, I wish the Pixel 6 came with the symmetrical bezels that the Pixel 5 and S22 have
are you happy with your Pixel 6 Pro?
@@kujtimfetahu1507 I'm happy with my Pixel 6, so far no problems that jump out at me.
@@kujtimfetahu1507 pixel 6 pro user here. Avid pixel fan here. This phone is riddled with bugs. It's because of Tensor I'm sure but Google has a lot to figure out with this phone. My guess is the next series will work a lot of those kinks out.
I like how phones are getting compact. Looking to get S22
I find it funny how 6.1" is compact... I'm not making fun of you BTW, I'm making fun of all of us
@@Onaterdem Isn't it though? Bezels are basically gone so now the bodies of the phones have shrunken down to near the size of the standard phones from 5 years ago.
The S22 feels more close than ever as the refined version of S10, Samsung's one of the best flagships
Here we go again 💀
Still rocking my S10+ from 2019
@@_Swag_ yea **pew pew**
@@SayyadMubassirIkram damn I love S10 Series. Samsung went downhill after that with S20 series being a disaster and S21 was kinda meh
@@dinkarfowkar999 No you are meh, S21's design is awesome...
Excellent review. I just got my s22 last night this thing is a BEAST! :D
I can definitely get behind this trend of slightly trimming down the size of these huge flagships to something more manageable.
Samsung's A-Line before they decided to cheap the f out on them.
especially people are shrinking
also weight being less than 200gm
idk about you, but 0:28 you're feeling Twenty-Two, Marques?
Ye he is
Samsung is doing pretty great stuff in their Good Lock app. Some features were straight up added to One UI, some are just good usability and customization enhancements. I have stopped using NovaLauncher for the first time in years and am just using vanilla Samsung quite happily.
Omg so cool to hear someone else bring that up! I was using nova launcher on different android phones for years 'cause I usually didn't like other manufacturers's UI (emui, touchwizz and so on..) but with samsung's One UI and Good Lock app(which isn't available in every country btw, but you can install FineLock from play store and it's really the same.) I'm actually satisfied. Samsung really came a long way from their early software days. :)
Yeah Good Lock offers so many good features that are easily customisable.
Especially the One Hand Operation, it's just so good and useful
I upgraded from a 9+ to a 20FE and I kinda miss the 9+ it was such a fantastic device, didn't love the curved screen and the battery was toast after 3 years but it was so reliable.
If they were doing such a great job then all my friends who were android die hards wouldn't be buying iphones now!
Whoa! Thats good to hear man
I'm about to switch from a S9 to the S22 next month was hoping to get an iphone 13 but S22 looks and performs better
I would 100% Go for S22+ for the symetrical bezels and the flat display. even better with the flat frame!
goooood
iphone...
After 6 months the phone will be so laggy it will be unusable
Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra is Sooo Expensive not worth it to Buy, better to buy S22 Plus
@@megami215 lol u never had Samsung cuz u poor
The smaller S22 is the first phone I'm _potentially_ interested in upgrading to from my S10e. I can't get with the larger screen sizes, and it's good to hear the battery life is still decently well on the S22 (which has a 3700mAh compared to the S10e's 3100mAh, but obviously with the new gen processor and 120Hz refresh rate to make up for that difference). And four years of updates? Hot damn. It's just the lack of a headphone jack that still puts me off... I'd have to get a 3.5mm->USB-C connector if I pick up the S22. But it's definitely on my radar this year.
You can get the S22 for 399 on Google Fi
You can get so many good USB C earphones. You can probably get Samsung's own one for around $40 and it's worth it.
I was also wary of the lost headphone jack but music now actually sounds better than before because the usb-c port is able to put out more power
I was on Note 9 and wanted to upgrade but hesitant because of this as well. I thought I couldn't love without the headphone jack, until I got the Galaxy Buds+ too, really convenient.
Right there with you. I currently have the s10e too, and I'm very interested in the s22 👍
Samsung S22 looks so good! I really like the compact form factor and it was one of the biggest reasons for switching to a 13 mini earlier this year. Before that, I was using the Pixel 4a which was also very compact. Hope this trend of making compact phones continues! 😊 And as always, great review Marques!
How was the experience of switching from 4a to 13 mini? I am also on 4a currently and thinking of switching to 13. Thanks!
@@RohanChouguleTechEd - Hey Rohan! The initial switch from Android to iOS is painstaking as you have to reinstall so many apps, log in again etc etc but post that initial hiccup, you’ll love the 13 mini. Not that there was anything wrong with 4a but for me since I had iPad and AirPods, switching to 13 mini has been a good experience! Go for it, you won’t regret it 😊
@@siddharthmenon8715 thanks for the response. I appreciate it.
How is the multi-tasking performance? Apparently my pixel 4a kinda seems to lag and drain battery alot if i am outside trying to book cabs using ola n Uber, while replying to someone on WhatsApp. So that overall doesn't seem like a lot of multi-tasking. But how has your experience been around this aspect? I am not into gaming. And camera, i am sure, is good in both of them. Thanks again!
@@RohanChouguleTechEd - Multi-tasking on the 13 mini is a breeze. No problems faced so far. Again, I’m not a power user so haven’t really pushed it but I’ve had no problems with day-to-day multitasking. And the battery performance is also good. Pixel 4a also never gave me many problems although post Android 13, the performance was erratic. My dad is still using it without any issues so far. 😊 Camera, I still like the one on Pixel though 13 mini is also very good. Just a matter of preference, I guess!
Yeah we need more compact phones on the market. Definitely the best value for money out of the trio. I have tiny hands and find big phones are cumbersome and heavy not to mention that they won't fit in my pocket. Boy am I glad to see you Samsung making a compact phone again
I have had my s22 for nearly a year now,and have to say it's a great little phone.
Great performance,love the design and I get all day battery.only thing I don't do is gaming and I get anywhere between 5-7 hours sot with a full days use(and a bit more).
I keep it on 120hz and adaptive brightness.
I do tweak some things like:
*Dark mode
*Put apps in deep sleep
*Turn off nearby/printer scanning
*Use 4g instead of 5g
Also I always perform partition cache wipe and galaxy apps booster after every software update.
How's the performance of 8gen 1, I've heard people other reviews saying it's not good??
I had a S 10e and got the s22 phantom black when it first came out and I'll tell you I don't regret it love my phone
Im so glad we're back to flat screens, Ive hated the edge curves ever since the s7. And I feel like one of the things that have cemented Samsung's default android phone status lately is that there aren't as many flagship options left anymore
Yeah, it was also really hard to find a screen protector that covered the entire screen on those curved phones.
Same here i hate the curved screen
Yes, I received my green S22+ yesterday and I already put on a tempered glass screen that actually fits correctly. So glad they finally did away with the curved screen.
I think its good they kept it on the biggest models. One of the biggest complaints for the big new iphones is that the square edges are really uncomfortable to use. So why not put some curved edges on the big ones so they are easy to use, but while you are at it, just extend the screen into those edges. If the palm rejection is good, why not?
The Ultra has a curved screen
0:20 Love that you added Taylor Swift's 22 into the intro to go along with the S22 review. Great attention to detail!
I noticed the taylor swift song too but I just didn't put 2 and 2 together... Geddit? I just thought it was a nice song 😂
Or that dude at 10:49 at left bottom corner.
The S22 with it's smaller size, very slim and symmetrical bezels, contour cut camera bump design, and One UI 4 that fits the device's hardware really well looks so good to be. In my opinion it's the best looking phone right now personally, better than S22 Ultra even though it also is really nice.
Except for the size which is subjective, the S22 and S22 plus have the same design and for me I prefer the S22 plus as the best size between the two. For the Ultra, I don't like it
Except for the navbar etc. which is still never transparent and looks horrible on this hardware. I don't get how Google (or Samsung) still can't get stuff like this right 🤦🏻♂️
@@Raja995mh33 There's an option to disable it in the settings.
@@mr_ponyo which is stupid. And this also does not fix the status bar that often gets blacked out to "hide" the notch in landscape mode.
I've been using s22 for 6 months now.
I just have three things to say
1) Worst battery life ( like under 5hrs)
2) Phone heats up, especially out doors in a sunny day you can't even hold it
3) Worst processor efficiency (gets really hot while high load )
Samsung should be really proud of what they have actually done
although i think they could have easily fit at least 4000 mah by making it slightly thicker
Well not with those prices
Hey!
@no So does the Apple btw.. Tho i think Samsung still gives you more than what Apple gives you.
Samsung are fundamentally dishonest with this whole series of phones.
I like the design and color options the S22 has. 👍
Among tech reviewers, Marques is like the 2016-2018 Golden State Warriors. So good and unbeatable. Great review as usual.
nah hes ok, there are a lot better reviewers on this platform for sure
@Pooka Stuff nah mrwhosetheboss is up there with mkbhd
@@jefflim3168 he’s videos are cringy sometimes. Tries so hard to be funny. But he’s okay in general.
@Pooka Stuff Lol. That was funny.
Didn't the 2016 warriors take a big fat L
Went from a A20 to a S22, very pleased. Battery is not as good but it charges very fast. If you turn off certain options the battery life can be improved.
How long does it take to fully charge from 10-20%?
What options do you turn off?
@@Mike_B. keep it in dark mode..don't have your data on unless you are actually using it. There are others in settings that I don;t remember but there was a video i saw
on in that walked me through it.
Can u pliz tell me how ur battery is doing now. I’m in urgent need of some experience . How many percentage r u left with by the end of the day and also the screentime
@@thewok5497i almost always have to recharge it once a day as sot is around 5 hours with a full charge
Looking forward to the S22 Ultra, that phone for me makes headlines. Glad to see Samsung bringing back the beloved Note.
I had the note 10+ and I was so satisfied with the pencil because I could take notes or efficient selfies. Next samsung I buy will def be a note if i could
S22 ultra 2,5 hours less batterylie than iphone pro max.. sot
Not with that calculator processor inside....outside America
@@vikinnorway6725 It suppose to be ultra fast battery drainage! 🔋
@@vikinnorway6725 8 sot*
I love it. Its the best Galaxy design since the s10. I had almost given up on Samsung until now.
Wait till you see the new ultra
@@sinuslebastian6366 I personally think the S21 Ultra looks cleaner. Not a fan of the boxy Note design or the camera rings.
@@slicknick29 I personally find the individual camera cut outs cool as a concept, but weird looking strange and new as if it were an unfinished product I like the box design around the cameras myself
@@alfredo9850 i like s22 ultra design instead of the whole s21 series but it is still worse than the s20 series design
Galaxy S10e was the best Samsung imo
I'm feeling 22! Props to your music team. Just ordered a new S22, looking forward to trying that google/samsung feature 🙌
S21 Ultra still feels like a dream to use imagine how amazing S22 Ultra be
Worse 😬 sadly
Isn't it heavy for you?
No headphone jack. 😢
Noice 69
@@Aggrofool I came from a s9 to S21U and originally yeah it was extremely heavy feeling, but you honestly just get used to it
As an iPhone user, I’m glad Android has an “iPhone of Android”. There SHOULD be equivalent alternatives to iPhones, because that pushes both companies to continue to be good, and to continue getting better. And that’s why I love iPhones: yes, they’re boring, but they’re really good. They just work, and they work well, and for a long time. And I’m glad Samsung is the same. Better technology and better quality is better for all of us.
Lol
Pixels were the iPhones of Android.
iphones of android is such a bullshit term we dont want that shit
Lol Samsung literally copied iphones boxy design, symmetrical bezels, 10-120hz refresh rate, no charger in the box, glassy back of the phone, metal frame. 🐑🐑🐑
@@StakorcinaSplinter LMFAO So we're gonna pretend that apple didn't copy the widgets, wireless charging, face id, OLED display, rear camera OIS, no home button, larger screen size etc.. Both companies copy from each other and I don't necessarily consider that as a bad thing, copying is how Innovation spreads, so the end users of both platforms can have the best of both worlds. "A good artist copies, but a great artist steals"
- Steve Jobs
I'm really looking forward to this to replace my slightly aging S9+ my biggest issue with the S9+ is the curved edges cause the screen protectors always keep forming wrinkles after like 4 days. Really hyped to get this!
I just upgraded from my S9+. It was WORTH THE WAIT! 😌 👌
@@charquez3667 now it s my time to wait 2 3 weeks from s9 plus too !!
Thinking of replacing my S9+ too since the cameras are kinda messed up and it's time for a change!
I‘ve also had my S9 for a long time, then switched to an iPhone because of the battery issues I ran into using the phone all day long.
I like how all of us are replacing our S9+'s xD I love it. Mine doesn't charge unless it's wireless and the battery is starting to suffer. Can't wait to have mine arrive.
Seriously, I switched from the note 20 ultra to the z flip 3 to the s22 and I'm glad I did. Don't get me wrong, the flip 3 is a BEAUTIFUL phone and far stronger than many rumors would have you believe. Mine was still in pristine condition when I traded it in. Anyway, I digress. The s22 is a breath of fresh air and sigh of relief in phone form. It's so awesome to not have to "baby" a phone anymore due to it having multiple "weak" and vulnerable spots. Its sooooo wonderful to not have to deal with a curved screen. I'm grateful for a flat screen because I haven't had one since I grabbed the note 9 years ago. The s22 is everything a person needs and a tiny bit more in a cute and compact form. I'm definitely happy!
Wow I remember 4” on a phone being considered big and the galaxy note 1 being considered massive and now that screen size is below the norm 😂
Tbf though, nowadays bezels are so small and everyone seems to measure the screen diagonal as if the corners aren't curved, so phones now that are 6" are much smaller than 6" phones like six years ago
Back then those 4 inch displays were 16:9, as compared to 20:9 today, which is entirely different. 16:9 typically looks larger, even though it's smaller diagonally, due to the extra width.
I'd much rather we compare screen size in cm², actual usable screen real estate
The intro is spot on 🔥🔥
Taylor Swift 22
RED
Immediately came to the comments to look for this. Had to scroll way too far.
@@devinroshan2422 Taylor's version
Samsung's evolution is truly amazing. I myself went from hating Samsung phones and mocking my friends for using that clunky mess to using and loving Samsung phones. The reliability of these phones are easily worth the extra money Samsung charges compared to the likes of Xiaomi and OnePlus
i have been using my s9+ for almost 4 years now, still a beast
Samsung phones are popular in the East due to their reliability (like Japanese cars ) and easy to repair as there are Samsung shops ( like Apple stores in the US and EU ) all over to repair the phone if you have any problems.
Wife uses S7 with its original battery as a back up phone .
@@ahmadabdalkhan8743 same here i just want to upgrade because its a 64gb version nolonger sustains my storage needs everytime i have to delete staff to keep some storage free, otherwise i would still going strong on this s9+ never had issue since, the display on this phone is just insane
Lol some of my friends probably still think Samsung is still stuck with Touchwiz and a CPU that runs hot even when doing nothing so they avoid it like a plague. 😅
@@justinojara9169 get a micro usb, will solve storage issue
I’m a loyal Apple product user, but I can’t deny that in 2024, I love using my s22 as a second phone. Changed my entire perspective as far as android devices. Seems like whatever my iPhone lacks, the s22 makes up for it.
You Should try the s24
Literally was upgrading my wife's and son's phones to this while watching the review.
I already have tracking for my S22 Ultra so we're about to be a full Samsung family with smartphones. First time ever.
If only the Pixel 6 was having soooo many issues, we'd be a Pixel family. Oh well.
Thanks again for an awesome video MK and team
the change in the vibration motor also provides a much more precise feel when it comes to haptic feedback when typing. iPhones don't really use it unless you use third party keyboards, but it always felt better to type on. Glad Samsung brought a similar feel to their phones. If you don't use haptic feedback then its a moot point
For some strange reason, haptic feedback makes typing more efficient for me...
@@ТоняЗаліська well, it’s giving more feedback to your brain.
Always found noise and vibration more annoying. Imagine your desk ibratibg everytime you typed on a keyboard
@@0741921 that comparison doesnt make sense, on a keyboard you get the feedback from the switches and springs but on a phone you re tapping a flat glass panel
Moot
I appreciate the vibration comparison! I already have a hard time sensing vibrations in phones so I'll be watching out for that.
I've ordered the S22 as my upgrade from a S7!! No typo, this lil unit of a phone has lasted me this long, and I bought a refurbished one originally. It's still technically working, I just wanted a better camera and more space. It also survived an overnight dunk in the hot tub. Due to how impressed I've been with my S7, and the Galaxies in general, that was why I got it instead of the Pixel. I felt like the S22 was the best of all my preference factors: Galaxy, reasonably priced, not too big (tiny hands), decent camera for my uses, space upgrade. I'm not a power user by any means so the battery was not a concern of mine.
I'm in the same boat with you I still using my S7 from 2015 and its finally trying to leave me
@@undefinejones6400 i have an s9 that i so attached to
S7 was a nice phone.
Dont update your S22 to Android 13 if you do then you might regret. I had S21+ which I upgraded to Android 12 from it's native 11 and eventually regretted because everything just messed up but on Android 11 all was OK.
@@Drannn54 thanks for the tip
I went from an iPhone 12 to S22...Great purchase
Satisfied of not getting warm or wrong draining battery in the use of daily stuff like web browsing or youtube or at most image editing?
Really liked the animations in this one!
Vertified youtuber with 0 comments?
@@SalemEditzTM in this case, their channel is 160K+ subscribers, so it’s legitimate.
However - the font that Google uses to display names in their web apps and iOS/android apps includes the Material Icons as glyphs you can type out. So, people abuse it, add the “verified” icon to make it seem like they’re not “absolute nobodies.”
But in this case, they’re legit.
@@SalemEditzTM see? { ✓ ✔ ☑ } the legit ones will always be squared-off though. (Not within a container either, like the 3rd one I pasted.
Calling the Phoenix Suns the modern Spurs is the perfect analogy for their season this year. Good, just good.
Only marques would notice a shift from a z-axis vibration motor to an x-axis one... halmarks of a great reviewer
It's literally his job though...
I doubt he noticed the shift in axis directly, just that it felt a lot stronger/louder so he looked into it to see what they changed
I went and bought the S22+ for myself and my wife (7.22.22) , based off the strength of Marques' excellence of his reviews. We had the S9+ ever since it dropped, and was glad to get my next phone, just based off of Marques' reviews. Good job, Sir.
so how's it holding up now? I want to buy it as it's being sold at great discounts but concerned about its battery.
One thing about Samsung that you have to give credit for is they actually listen to their fan base . They have streamline One UI making Google messages as default app is great . What makes Samsung a great phone are all the features and options. I was one to complain about the duplicate apps like two photo galleries, two app stores and so on but actually I see it as a choice now which really doesn't get in the way of Android. With Samsung you really have to take the time and discover everything that Samsung offers which is way more than most phones and that's the beauty of owning a Samsung . Also by far the best smartwatch companion of any Android device the Galaxy Watch .
I agree. Especially with the Ultra line-up. I have the S21 Ultra and I'm still learning all the options and software available. Add the S pen and it's mind blowing how much you can do.
they also made an multicoii wireless charger wich ive seen none talk about, basically waht appl couldn't do with airpower
They do not listen to their fanbase in the exynos countries. If they did they would just kill exynos and give us the same phone everyone else gets that has the much better chip.
@@anonymouse2881 I mean the exynos this year and last year was better and not unbearable like before, so yeah they do listen
@@anonymouse2881 bro they actually listened and removed the plastic from regular phones
During the intro, I was like "this sounds different than the stuff he normally uses......wait a minute...." 🤦♂
6:26 fun fact: here in Brazil if you buy any of the phones from the s22 line you can actually ask for the charger within 30 days after the date of the purchase and Samsung will send you one for free
Because the government forces the company to do so.
@@strout2944 yeah
In Bulgaria 🇧🇬 if you pre-order you get the buds pro and a charger! 🎉 🎈
In Bangladesh 🇧🇩 you'll get a 25 watt charger and if you preorder then you'll get a 180$ discount.
Currently watching on my s22! Love this phone, fast. Smooth and photos/videos are amazing quality
what about the performance and battery?
@@RaiseThePressure depends on usage, I went on holiday recently and used it heavily for google maps, contacless payments. Lots of photos and videos and google searches, bit of mild gaming - it lasted me from 4am till 6pm where the battery was at 20%. The other day, I was busy with work (off charge at 8am), used the phone to read news and the occasional notification, and the battery was 90% by 5pm. I haven't been in a situation where I have had to conserve battery yet.
I was looking forward to this review. Ever since the unboxing been wanting to upgrade my current phone to the regular s22. I think this is the best fit for me. Thanks for the unbiased review.
I used apple for 4 years before switching to Galaxy S9 plus followed by S21 ultra & oh boy I am loving what these phones have to offer. The moon shots the astro photography just the control you have over the phones and the cameras with an everlasting battery life makes these Galaxy phones a great pick. I love how the S22 looks but I wait for another year to see some massive improvements over the already amazing S21 ultra. But great job Samsung & Great job Mkbhd on your reviews! Keep up the good work!!
I'm the same way. The S21 ultra is amazing but the jump from 21 to 22 is not enough to jump ship. The stylus integration is nice, but not enough for the price point.
@@Mindcrackings I got the note20 ultra and was ready to say goodbye to Samsung due to the lack of a stylus. I use my phone for art stuff and some graphic design too . I'm not a pro so yeah , it's something that keeps me happy . But now with the s22 ultra giving me a stylus out of the box . I can use it for notes and art stuff. But I'll wait til next year to see what they have. Not really keen on the 8 gen 1 . Maybe they'll improve next year on that. Feels like gen 1 anything isn't always that great.
@@sonofage The 8 Gen 1 chip is a slightly powerful chip but it's power hungry as well & that lack of efficiency is one if its biggest drawbacks. Hopefully they will improve on it in the coming year. I also won't be surprised if the exynos chip starts outperforming them in the near future.
The difference in the sound of the vibration tests was immense
S21 sounded like black sabbath
@@22z83 i am SO glad im not the only one that heard that
22 - Taylor Swift (Taylor’s Version) in the background at the beginning is everything ✌️
I never expected to see reference or highlights of my all time favorite team in a smartphone review, Go Spurs Go!! well done MKBHD
To me, Android is just better than iPhone. I feel like the iPhones have “limits” but on Android, I feel more free using it. I enjoy Android rather than iPhone but it's understandable if you enjoy iPhone more.
Those limits also systematically provide a more guaranteed level of security, privacy, and quality of experience (hence the primary driving factors of Apple making the choice to do it that way) when it’s largely the apps & individual specs that enable/differentiate key functionality.
They each have their merits so it’s kinda what you want at that point while they then have so much in common (or possibly will find one differentiator implemented in a future update from one or the other) as a middle ground.
When you buy an iPhone you are good for the next 3 or 4 years. With android phones you end up buying a new one every year
@@megami215 Not completely true.
@@megami215 Not anymore. Samsung has promised up to 4 years of updates for the S22 series.
For me I just don't like the look of android os
The introduction comparing the 2000's spurs, today's suns and the phone is the best intro to a tech vid I've ever heard
Fr though perfect exampleZ
with a Taylor Swift song in the background lol
Forreal, it caught me off-guard. Championship basketball does NOT equal flashy basketball!!
Yessss
As a suns fan got me hyped. lol.
Traded my old A71 for this. Oh my God, such a massive upgrade in speed and camera performance and only had to pay $250 to get it.
How much is it?
How much is it? The phone itself without trade in.
I had gone to buy the s22 ultra but once I held the s22 in my hand it just felt perfect.
I just wish my S21 Ultra have that green color option. It's absolutely beautiful!
Yoda edition
I currently have an A52 5G, and my family and I are switching to S22s now. Feeling one in my hand, it was weird that it felt so small, especially after going from S5 to S7 to A52 5G, but I like it, a lot. Definitely looking forward to having mine, soon.
The samsung galaxy S22 is the best gadget my money can buy l love small compact phones
so how's it now? the price has reduced a lot on s22/+ models, so I'm looking to upgrade..
"The iPhone of Android"
Guess I'll stay away then.
Man those wallpapers look so good. Wish there was a link in the description!
+1
Anyone who knows wallpaper name?
Go download 'Backdrops' app, then search 'Revelations' by Kxnt. Use it as a wallpaper by click the Set button if u don't have the Pro version.
@@billyc.k5478 thank you so much!!!
@@billyc.k5478 thank you!
Love the new flat edges, takes the whole in-hand feel to another level!
This phone is nice, not gonna lie, Samsung did great on this. They've kept the pieces from last year and made some things better so it's not huge upgrade, but it's a solid one 👏
I use to think 🤔 I needed bigger phone. Well 6 yrs later I appreciate a 6" phone that easily fits in my pocket and one I can use one handed . I believe the smaller phones are coming back. Just need to work out the kinks on battery life ..... I purchased a Samsung s22 And so far I like it 👌 A-
Upgrading to this from my S7. And this really reminds me of your S7 review way back. It feels like they nailed this 'era' of phone again.
I was using the S7 a few months ago and it was an absolute blast of an experience.. Love to see you got that experience too.. Hope you absolutely enjoy your upgrade.. Cheers mate👋
S22 looks really attractive, went for pixel this Gen, hopefully the 'smaller' form factor will continue on for the next couple of gens when I'm ready to update
I can't believe phones are getting smaller again
I've been on Pixel since the beginning. Sadly, recently, my Pixel 5 screen got smashed. I bought the Pixel 6, but even in the non-pro version the size is just too big. The Pixel 5 was perfect for me. I handled the S22 today and I think that's the ticket for now. I love stock android, hopefully I'll like Samsung's iteration.
I’m guessing you will, all the customization ability with plenty of extra features
I am using stock android now coming from Samsung user. I'll say I kinda miss the samsung's one UI...it was pretty good
You won’t Samsungs ui is bloated as hell and has constant frame drops especially the exynos versiob
@@Allan_Stone he’s coming from pixel he will notice, I moved from 6 years Samsung to iOS and the os is night and day
yeah, the S21 is perfect for me, except for the software, so I hope I will get used to it
i cant get over the fact that you put the 22 instrumental in the background during the intro. i love it
S22 is really my android phone of the year. Its ok that battery is smaller. That compact form factor is what I have really wanted with a great camera system and the flexibility of android. Thank you Samsung. I really need to get a feel of the vibration motor while typing. One plus 8T has it done well according to my taste.
How is it ok to have a small battery? Without juice you basically have a nice brick in your pocket... Think a bit before commenting stupid shit like that
@@stibena1 1 day of use is all u need.
@@stibena1 i don't game just do note taking some UA-cam video watching and social connect. I think it has enough juice for that and can get me through the day. I needed a camera that is as good as an iPhone this is close to what you can get an on Android. It does support wireless charging so you can just keep it there during the day when you are not using it will continue to slow charge if need be.
I don't think that's anyways limiting me. It's the form factor that matters you have the option of plus variation if you need more juice i need the compact form factor. It's a matter of preference.
I'm switching over from OnePlus 3 to S22 my first Samsung ever pure because it's compact
Me too. I like a compact phone too. Not many to choose from anymore. Samsung might just have a new customer