The brand new Samsung Galaxy S24 range is here following a year-long wait.
There's three new phones to choose from complete with built-in AI, including Google's latest Gemini model; high-performance processors; and dazzling OLED screens.
Here's what you need to know about the Galaxy S24, S24 Plus, and the top-of-the-range S24 Ultra.
Samsung Galaxy S24 specs
Not sure if you should upgrade? Check out each phone's key specs to help you decide which one is best for you:
Samsung Galaxy S24
6.2-inch FullHD+ 120Hz screen
Aluminium frame
Exynos 2400
50MP primary, 12MP ultrawide, 10MP telephoto (3x optical zoom) cameras
12MP selfie camera
8GB RAM
128GB/256GB/512GB storage
4,000 mAh battery with Super Fast Charging
Samsung Galaxy S24+
6.7" QHD+ 120Hz screen
Aluminium frame
Exynos 2400
50MP primary, 12MP ultrawide, 10MP telephoto (3x optical) cameras
12MP selfie camera
12GB RAM
256GB/512GB
4,900 mAh battery
Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra
6.8" QHD+ 120Hz screen
Titanium frame
Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 processor
200MP primary, 12MP ultrawide, 10MP telephoto (3x optical zoom), 50MP telephoto (5x optical zoom) cameras
12MP selfie camera
12GB RAM
256GB/512GB/1TB
5,000 mAh battery
Samsung Galaxy AI
With dual AI models embedded on the phones, the S24 range is bursting with digital tricks.
Notably, most of the AI tasks are handled directly on the phones using Samsung’s tech, along with Google’s built-in Gemini Nano model. Not only could this approach produce faster responses, but it could also ensure your data remains secure by not uploading it to an online server.
As for what the AI can actually do, the main features include:
“Live translate” promises instant voice translations without prying on your calls.
“Interpreter” offers translations on a split-screen, and works even when you’re offline.
“Chat assist” can polish up your messages for the office or social media.
Google’s Gemini Pro summarises notes and audio recordings.
Google's image-generating AI can fill out the background in images,
Slow-motion can be added to regular videos once they've been recorded.
"Transcript assist" pairs AI with speech-to-text technology to transcribe, summarise and translate recordings.
In addition, the S24 and latest Pixel phones are getting an exclusive "circle to search" function. With it, you can highlight any part of a photo, message, or video on any app to bring up related search results.
Samsung Galaxy S24 release date
The Samsung Galaxy S24 range launched at the 2024 Galaxy Unpacked event on Wednesday, January 17.
All three phones are available to pre-order now ahead of their January 31 release date.
How much will it cost?
Seeing as they're flagships, the S24 phones don't come cheap. The most affordable of the lot is the base S24 for £799, followed by the S24 Plus for £999, and the S24 Ultra for a whopping £1,249.
