The South Korean tech giant Samsung has yet to make an official announcement about the highly anticipated Samsung Galaxy S24 series, but leaks and renders have set the tech community abuzz with excitement. Speculations point towards an imminent debut in January of the upcoming flagship trio – Galaxy S24, Galaxy S24+, and Galaxy S24 Ultra.
It is rumoured that Samsung intends to maintain the pricing strategy of its predecessor, the Galaxy S23 series, which is a compelling development. The expected pricing for the base models stands at an attractive $799 for the Galaxy S24, $999 for the Galaxy S24+, and $1199 for the premium Galaxy S24 Ultra in the US market. This echoes the company’s commitment to affordability and consumer satisfaction.
Furthermore, whispers in the tech corridors suggest that Samsung’s strategic move to equip the Galaxy S24 Ultra with Qualcomm’s Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 SoC and the Galaxy S24/S24 Plus with the Exynos 2400 chip in select markets is a critical element in preserving these competitive price points. With a sales target set at an ambitious 33 million units, Samsung aims to achieve a remarkable 10% increase over the Galaxy S23 series.
Adding another layer of intrigue, reports hint at a groundbreaking feature in the Galaxy S24 series – an emergency satellite texting capability. Leaked screenshots from a Galaxy phone showcase the functionality labelled as ‘Emergency texts via satellite.’ This feature empowers users to dispatch emergency texts utilizing satellite connectivity, ensuring communication in remote areas or during network unavailability.
While Apple pioneered satellite connectivity with the iPhone 14, Samsung’s foray into this realm is eagerly awaited. The Galaxy S24 series is shrouded in anticipation, with an expected unveiling on January 17, promising a blend of cutting-edge technology and innovative features that will undoubtedly set a new standard in the smartphone landscape.