Samsung Galaxy S24: release date and new features
The brand new Samsung Galaxy S24 range is finally here after a year-long wait. The latest lineup includes three new phones that come equipped with built-in AI technology, featuring Google's latest Gemini model, high-performance processors, and stunning OLED screens.
Key Features of Galaxy S24, S24 Plus, and S24 Ultra:
Not sure which one to choose? Here are the key specifications of each phone to help you decide:
- S24:
- 6.2-inch FullHD+ 120Hz screen
- Aluminium frame
- Exynos 2400 processor
- 50MP primary, 12MP ultrawide, 10MP telephoto cameras
- 12MP selfie camera
- 8GB RAM
- 128GB/256GB/512GB storage options
- 4,000 mAh battery with Super Fast Charging
- S24 Plus:
- 6.7" QHD+ 120Hz screen
- Aluminium frame
- Exynos 2400 processor
- 50MP primary, 12MP ultrawide, 10MP telephoto cameras
- 12MP selfie camera
- 12GB RAM
- 256GB/512GB storage options
- 4,900 mAh battery
- S24 Ultra:
- 6.8" QHD+ 120Hz screen
- Titanium frame
- Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 processor
- 200MP primary, 12MP ultrawide, 10MP telephoto, 50MP telephoto cameras
- 12MP selfie camera
- 12GB RAM
- 256GB/512GB/1TB storage options
- 5,000 mAh battery
AI Features:
The Samsung Galaxy S24 range comes with dual AI models integrated into the phones, offering a plethora of digital capabilities. The phones leverage Samsung's technology along with Google’s built-in Gemini Nano model, enabling faster responses and enhanced data security by processing tasks locally rather than uploading them to external servers.
Some notable AI features include:
- Live translate for instant voice translations
- Interpreter for split-screen translations even offline
- Chat assist for message enhancement
- Google's Gemini Pro for note summarization
- Image-generating AI for image enhancement
- Transcript assist for speech-to-text transcription
Additionally, the S24 series and latest Pixel phones offer an exclusive "circle to search" function, enabling users to highlight content in photos, messages, or videos for related search results.
Launch Details:
The Samsung Galaxy S24 range was officially launched at the 2024 Galaxy Unpacked event on Wednesday, January 17. Pre-orders are now open for all three models, with the release set for January 31.
Despite being flagship devices, the S24 phones come at a premium price point. The base S24 starts at £799, followed by the S24 Plus at £999, and the top-tier S24 Ultra at £1,249.
