The Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra

 

           A Smartphone So Good, It Might Just Make You Forget How Much You Spent

 

When it comes to smartphones, the Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra is a heavy hitter. It's a feature-packed device that aims to deliver a premium experience. But is it worth the hefty price tag? Let's take a look at the pros and cons of this powerhouse smartphone.

Advantages:

Camera Prowess: The S21 Ultra boasts a quad-camera setup with a whopping 108MP main camera. This thing can capture some seriously impressive shots, making your Instagram feed look like it belongs in a photography museum. It's the kind of camera that makes you feel like a real-life paparazzi, except instead of chasing down celebrities, you're just trying to get the perfect shot of your morning avocado toast.

Display Dominance: The S21 Ultra's 6.8-inch AMOLED display is an absolute stunner. With a buttery-smooth 120Hz refresh rate and stunning color accuracy, it's the kind of screen that makes you want to watch every video, play every game, and scroll through every social media feed. It's the kind of display that makes you feel like you're living in the future, except instead of holograms and flying cars, you're just staring at your phone for hours on end.

Productivity Powerhouse: With the latest Snapdragon processor and up to 16GB of RAM, the S21 Ultra is a beast when it comes to multitasking and productivity. It can handle just about anything you throw at it, from video editing to 3D gaming. It's the kind of performance that makes you feel like a tech-savvy superhero, except instead of saving the world, you're just trying to get your work done before your boss realizes you've been watching cat videos for the last hour.

Versatile S Pen Support: The S21 Ultra is the first Galaxy S-series phone to offer S Pen support, allowing you to unleash your inner artist or take handwritten notes with ease. It's the kind of stylus integration that makes you feel like a modern-day da Vinci, except instead of painting masterpieces, you're just doodling silly sketches in your meeting notes.

Disadvantages:

Premium Price Tag: With a starting price of $1,199, the Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra is not for the faint of heart. It's a flagship device with a flagship price tag. It's the kind of cost that makes you feel like you're buying a smartphone made of solid gold, except instead of feeling like a wealthy tech mogul, you're just trying to convince your partner that it's a "necessary" purchase.

Battery Life Concerns: Despite its impressive specs, the S21 Ultra's battery life can be a bit of a letdown, especially if you're a power user. It's the kind of battery drain that makes you feel like you're constantly searching for an outlet, except instead of being a medieval knight searching for the Holy Grail, you're just a modern-day smartphone user searching for a free USB port.

Fingerprint Sensor Frustrations: The in-display fingerprint sensor on the S21 Ultra can be a bit finicky at times, leaving you frustrated when trying to unlock your device. It's the kind of biometric security that makes you feel like a spy trying to crack a high-tech safe, except instead of saving the world, you're just trying to get past your phone's lock screen.

Potential Heating Issues: Some users have reported that the S21 Ultra can get a bit toasty during intensive tasks, which can be a concern for those who like to push their smartphones to the limit. It's the kind of heat generation that makes you feel like you're holding a tiny, pocket-sized furnace, except instead of warming your hands, you're just trying not to burn your fingers.

 

Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra detailed specifications

Build	OS	Android 11 OS
	UI	One UI 3.5
	Dimensions	165.1 x 75.6 x 8.9 mm
	Weight	227 g
	SIM	Dual Sim, Dual Standby, eSIM (Nano-SIM)
	Colors	Phantom Black, Phantom Silver
Frequency	2G Band	SIM1: GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900 SIM2: GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900
	3G Band	HSDPA 850 / 900 / 1700(AWS) / 1900 / 2100
	4G Band	LTE band 1(2100), 2(1900), 3(1800), 4(1700/2100), 5(850), 7(2600), 8(900), 12(700), 13(700), 17(700), 18(800), 19(800), 20(800), 25(1900), 26(850), 28(700), 32(1500), 38(2600), 39(1900), 40(2300), 41(2500), 66(1700/2100)
	5G Band	5G SA/NSA
Processor	CPU	Octa-core (1 x 2.9 GHz Cortex-X1 + 3 x 2.80 GHz Cortex-A78 + 4 x 2.2 GHz Cortex-A55)
	Chipset	Exynos 2100 (5 nm)
	GPU	Mali-G78 MP14
Display	Technology	Dynamic AMOLED 2X Capacitive Touchscreen, 16M Colors, Multitouch
	Size	6.8 Inches
	Resolution	1440 x 3200 Pixels (~516 PPI)
	Protection	Corning Gorilla Glass Victus
	Extra Features	Always-on display, 120Hz, HDR10+, 1500 nits (peak)
Memory	Built-in	256GB Built-in, 12GB RAM
	Card	No
Camera	Main	Quad Camera: 108 MP (2nd gen), f/1.8, 26mm (wide), 1/1.33", PDAF, Laser AF, OIS + 10 MP, f/4.9, 240mm (periscope telephoto), 1/3.24", dual pixel PDAF, OIS, 10x optical zoom + 10 MP, f/2.4, 70mm (telephoto), 1/3.24", dual pixel PDAF, OIS, 3x optical zoom + 12 MP, f/2.2, 13mm (ultrawide), 1/2.55", dual pixel PDAF, Super Steady video, LED Flash
	Features	Geo-tagging, touch focus, face/smile detection, Auto HDR, panorama, Video (8K@24fps, 4K@30/60fps, 1080p@30/60/240fps, 720p@960fps, HDR10+, stereo sound rec., Gyro-EIS)
	Front	40 MP, f/2.2, 26mm (wide), 1/2.8
Connectivity	WLAN	Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6e, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct, hotspot
	Bluetooth	v5.2 with A2DP, LE
	GPS	Yes + A-GPS support & Glonass, BDS, GALILEO
	USB	USB Type-C 3.2, USB On-The-Go
	NFC	Yes
	Data	GPRS, Edge, 3G (HSPA 42.2/5.76 Mbps), 4G LTE-A (CA), 5G capable
Features	Sensors	Accelerometer, Barometer, Compass, Fingerprint (under display, ultrasonic), Gyro, Proximity
	Audio	32-bit/384kHz audio, MP4/DivX/XviD/WMV/H.265 player, MP3/WAV/WMA/eAAC+/FLAC player, Speaker Phone
	Browser	HTML5
	Messaging	SMS(threaded view), MMS, Email, Push Mail, IM
	Games	Built-in + Downloadable
	Torch	Yes
	Extra	Glass front + Gorilla Glass Victus), Glass back (Gorilla Glass), Aluminum frame, Active noise cancellation with dedicated mic,  (Visa, MasterCard certified), IP68 dust/water resistant (up to 1.5m for 30 mins), Stylus support, Wireless DeX (desktop experience support), ANT+, Bixby natural language commands and dictation, Document viewer, Photo/video editor
Battery	Capacity	(Li-Po Non removable), 5000 mAh
		- Fast charging 25W, USB Power Delivery 3.0, Fast Qi/PMA wireless charging 15W, Reverse wireless charging 4.5W

 

In Conclusion:

The Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra is a powerhouse of a smartphone that offers an impressive array of features. From its stunning camera setup to its lightning-fast performance, it's a device that caters to the needs of power users and tech enthusiasts. However, the hefty price tag, battery life concerns, and occasional quirks may be a turn-off for some. Ultimately, it's a flagship device that delivers a premium experience, but whether it's worth the investment is up to you to decide. Just remember, with a smartphone this advanced, you might as well embrace your inner tech-savvy comedian and find the humor in the occasional frustrations that come with owning such a capable device.