Samsung Galaxy S22 (Grade A Refurbished)
$179.99
Condition: Grade A Refurbished
Color: Phantom Black
Screen Size: 6.1"
Carrier: Fully Unlocked
Capacity: 128GB
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Samsung Galaxy S22 Smartphone Review
By Michael Laguardia on Reviewed in the United States on June 19, 2024
Overview The Samsung Galaxy S22 is a flagship smartphone that represents the cutting edge of mobile technology. As a factory-unlocked device, it offers flexibility for use with various carriers. With a sleek design, impressive hardware, and advanced camera capabilities, the Galaxy S22 is designed to cater to both casual users and tech enthusiasts. Design and Build Quality The Galaxy S22 boasts a refined and modern design, with a premium glass and metal build. It feels solid in hand, with a sleek and elegant aesthetic that is characteristic of Samsung’s high-end devices. The device is available in various colors, catering to different style preferences. Display The phone features a 6.1-inch Dynamic AMOLED 2X display with a resolution of 2400 x 1080 pixels. The screen offers vibrant colors, deep blacks, and excellent brightness levels, making it perfect for media consumption and gaming. The 120Hz refresh rate provides smooth scrolling and a responsive touch experience. Performance Under the hood, the Galaxy S22 is powered by the Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 (or Exynos 2200, depending on the region), paired with 8GB of RAM. This combination ensures top-tier performance, allowing for seamless multitasking, smooth gaming, and efficient handling of demanding applications. The device runs on Samsung’s One UI, based on Android, offering a user-friendly interface with a plethora of customization options. Camera One of the standout features of the Galaxy S22 is its camera system. The phone is equipped with a triple-camera setup on the back, consisting of a 50MP main sensor, a 12MP ultra-wide sensor, and a 10MP telephoto sensor with 3x optical zoom. The camera performs exceptionally well in various lighting conditions, producing sharp and detailed photos. The 8K video recording capability is a notable highlight, providing incredibly high-resolution videos that are future-proof and offer impressive clarity. The front-facing 10MP camera also delivers high-quality selfies and video calls. Storage With 128GB of internal storage, the Galaxy S22 offers ample space for apps, photos, videos, and other media. However, it lacks a microSD card slot, so users looking for additional storage will need to rely on cloud services or opt for a higher storage variant if available. Battery Life The Galaxy S22 is equipped with a 3700mAh battery, which provides decent battery life. It supports fast charging, wireless charging, and reverse wireless charging. With moderate use, the phone can easily last a full day, but heavy users might need to top up the battery by the evening. Connectivity As a factory unlocked device, the Galaxy S22 offers great flexibility for use with different carriers. It supports 5G connectivity, ensuring fast data speeds where available. Other connectivity features include Wi-Fi 6, Bluetooth 5.2, NFC, and USB Type-C. Additional Features Fingerprint Sensor: An under-display ultrasonic fingerprint sensor provides secure and fast unlocking. IP68 Rating: The device is water and dust resistant. Stereo Speakers: The phone offers a great audio experience with its stereo speaker setup. Conclusion The Samsung Galaxy S22 is a powerful and versatile smartphone that excels in design, performance, and camera capabilities. Its 8K video recording, premium build quality, and vibrant display make it a standout device in the competitive smartphone market. While the absence of expandable storage might be a downside for some, the 128GB internal storage should suffice for most users. Overall, the Galaxy S22 is a solid choice for anyone looking for a high-end Android smartphone with cutting-edge features.
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First World Disappointments
By Christine on Reviewed in the United States on March 23, 2023
Part of me feels guilty for assessing so critically. I have a hand-held computer in my pocket that functions far beyond what we could have hoped for a decade ago. Even so, this hasn't been an absolute win for me. This is my first Samsung phone in many years. I think the S4 or S5 may have been my last Galaxy. I've loved Moto phones for the last several years, and this definitely lacks some of the functionality that I've come to enjoy from Motorola: shaking for the flashlight, side button screenshots, hovering over for the time on lockscreen. The camera is an improvement over my Moto Z4. And the processor does seem to be quite effective. But the battery is far weaker than I was expecting, and I'm a little worried about how bad it may get after a year or two of use if it's this much of a challenge now (6 weeks of use). Additionally, the fingerprint sensor is very finicky. I'm guessing I have about a 30% success rate with it. I have a screen protector on, which may be a factor, but it's the same brand of protector that I have used for years without issue on my Motos. (And I did try another brand of protector, but it brought the success rate down to about 5%.) Set-up was more challenging than Moto set ups are. The Samsung app promised to reset my screen and everything, but I had to manually set it up after running the Samsung setup process. Perhaps it was challenged by having to move from a different brand, but I wasn't impressed. Samsung is supposed to be top of the line for Android, but I'll be seriously considering other options when this wears out. My hope is that Moto will catch up to industry standards, but if not, I may be willing to accept a slower processor in exchange for a better overall user experience. If I change my mind, I'll come back and update this review.
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