This is an updated review :
So just moved from S20, which I had for so many years to the new S24. The phone itself is good, everything works fine.. but that's expected. Got the Golden yellow colour and thankfully it's not as flashy as shown in the photos.. this is more of a light cream colour which gives a slight golden shine when seen at particular angles. It's a very decent looking phone.
When you use it, the first thing you notice is that this phone really heats up. It's Samsungs flagship and the heating issue is not limited to just while charging it, even when you use it normally.. the back gets hot. Never faced this with the S20. I feel like am using some cheap Chinese phone...well it won't burn your ear, but yes it's hot enough for one to take note.
>>And now after a few more days of usage, the heating issue has disappeared. Even after hours of continuous use it doesn't heat up... not sure what happened.. perhaps some software update.
Second is the design. Samsung used to have it's own design team which came up with really innovative stuff.. now they are just copying the iPhone. It literally looks like a Chinese knock off, OK let's give them credit.. it looks like a cheap Korean knock off of the iPhone. Nothing wrong with that, except that if you want to copy then copy something good. Personally the flat edged design is terrible to grasp and feels rigid in the palm. The earlier curved edge ones were so much comfortable to hold. Now you have to hold on to this flat metal frame which heats up.. it's not a pleasant experience. Perhaps they made this for cold weather countries, so you get an inbuilt palm heater with your phone. A phone that keeps your hands warm while in the cold... heaven knows what the designers were thinking!
>> Well as I said before the heating issue has gone. As for the shape, I would say it's easier to handle having those flat edges.. it rests easily on the figers while typing etc.. but still you do feel the flat edges when the phone is in your pocket etc.. So the shape is a mixed bag verdict. Personally I prefer smoother edges.
The battery drains out fast aswell.. currently it's matching the drainage speed of my old Samsung. Basically you have to have a fast charger around.
>> This is the point why I actually decided to edit the review. The phone's software literally optmises battery usage. It continuously adjusts screen brightness levels.. and with time and use, it's getting better at optimising battery performance. For regular usage, with a few hrs of videos and few hrs of games.. it's pulling through the day quiet easily.
Honestly I don't know why this phone should cost so much.. for the issues it has, you should easily get a similar cheaper phone in the 20-25k range.
>> Doubt it, this phone keeps getting better with usage. Never expected or experienced that before.
Camera haven't yet used. My old S20 used to give some amazing results and have used it a lot with manual settings aswell. Wonder if the S24 will be better there.
I think I might switch back to the S20.
>> Camera still not used to potential. Basic shots are very crisp though.
The AI functions are also quiet handy. Just played around till now.. so hopefully like the other aspects will get better with time.🤞
OS | Android 14 |
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Product Dimensions | 0.8 x 7.1 x 14.7 cm; 167 g |
Batteries | 1 Lithium Ion batteries required. (included) |
Item model number | S921BZ |
Wireless communication technologies | Cellular |
Connectivity technologies | Bluetooth, Wi-Fi, USB, NFC |
GPS | True |
Special features | Fast Charging Support, Dual SIM, Always On Display, Built-In GPS, Mobile Hotspot Capability |
Other display features | Wireless |
Device interface - primary | Touchscreen |
Resolution | FHD+ 2340 x 1080 |
Other camera features | Rear, Front |
Audio Jack | USB Type C |
Form factor | Bar |
Colour | Amber Yellow |
Battery Power Rating | 4000 Milliamp Hours |
Phone Talk Time | 23.5 Hours |
Whats in the box | User Manual, SIM Tray Ejector, Smartphone, Data Cable (Type C-to-C) |
Manufacturer | Samsung India Electronics Pvt. |
Item Weight | 167 g |