SAMSUNG GALAXY S22 ULTRA 5G 12GB / 256GB | SM-S908B/DS

Pros

• Excellent screen: Frequently praised for its brightness, resolution (120hz and WQHD+ resolution specifically mentioned), clarity (even in sunlight), color reproduction, and overall quality. Screen size is also frequently highlighted as excellent. Repeatedly described as "phenomenal," "perfect," and the best on the market. Further described as "fantastic".
• Exceptional camera: High praise for the camera system, particularly the 10x and 100x zoom capabilities (latter exceeding expectations). Night photography, moon photography, and macro photography are also highlighted as strong points. Image quality is frequently described as excellent, even comparable to professional cameras. Photos and videos are frequently described as "fantastic," "amazing," "perfect," "super," and "brutal". The camera is described as "unmatched," "phenomenal," "ultra," and repeatedly described as the best. Portrait mode is also praised. Described as "insane" quality.
• Fast performance: The phone is frequently described as very fast and smooth, with fluent operation and quick response times. Handles multiple applications simultaneously without lagging. Described as "brutalan" (brutal), "munja" (lightning) fast, and "insane". Multitasking capabilities are specifically praised. The phone is described as "lightning fast," opening applications quickly, and utilizing "cutting edge" technology. The phone''s speed is frequently described as "super," "brutal," "incredible," and "insane".
• S Pen functionality: The S Pen is praised for its precision, functionality, ease of use, and fast response time (described as unrealistically fast). Its integration into the phone is a significant positive aspect, with many users reporting using it as a laptop replacement. The S Pen is described as a major advantage, a "complete win," and frequently praised as perfect. Users mention using the S-Pen to write down important information.
• Good design: The design is commonly described as beautiful, elegant, and comfortable in smaller hands; the matte black finish is specifically mentioned. Burgundy and green colors also mentioned positively. The phone''s build quality is implied by some users. Design is frequently praised and described as "elegant," having "perfect" design, and a "cool" look. The design is described as better than the S21 Ultra and repeatedly described as perfect. The design is described as "stunning".
• Good battery life (for some): Several users report battery lasting a day and a half, or even a full day with intensive use when unnecessary applications are disabled. However, many others report needing to charge twice a day. Some users report improved battery life compared to previous models. Some users report "good" battery life.

Cons

• Battery life: A commonly recurring criticism is the battery life, which is described as only average or not lasting a full day for many users, even with moderate usage. Several users compare it unfavorably to the battery life of iPhones. Many users report needing to charge twice a day. Fast charging necessitates a separate purchase of a fast charger. The initial battery charge level is often below 50%, requiring immediate charging. Some users report significant battery drain even when the phone is not in use. Slow charging speeds also reported. Battery life is described as a "very big disadvantage" and "very quickly depleted," needing improvement.
• Call quality issues: Several users report problems with call quality, including dropped calls, static, the phone freezing or restarting during calls, calls disappearing from the call log, poor connections, and the phone resetting during calls. The phone is reported to be buggy and unreliable. Random reboots are frequently reported.
• Software issues/bugs: Various software bugs are mentioned, including animation stutters, occasional lagging, problems with face/fingerprint recognition, and the phone completely freezing for up to a minute. Some users report these issues are improving with updates, while others still experience issues with apps like Instagram freezing or crashing. Voice recording issues also reported. Network connectivity issues also reported. System UI not responding error frequently reported.
• Overheating: The phone is noted to overheat, particularly in the upper right rear (near camera module) even with moderate usage. Overheating is noted during charging.
• Poor packaging: The packaging is criticized for being sparse, lacking items such as a charger, earphones, and even a screen protector in some cases. This is considered disappointing given the high price. Lack of a screen protector is specifically mentioned as a negative compared to the S20 Ultra.
• Fingerprint reader: The in-screen fingerprint reader is described as unreliable, especially when using screen protectors.
• Lack of SD card slot: The absence of an SD card slot is mentioned as a drawback.
• Heavy and bulky: The phone''s size and weight are criticized for making it impractical for everyday carry in pockets. Though the size and weight is a drawback for some, others find it a positive feature.
• Victus screen protection: The Victus glass is criticized by some users as not being sufficiently scratch-resistant. Scratches are reported to appear quickly despite careful use. Users are advised to apply a screen protector.
• Lack of headphone jack: The absence of a 3.5mm headphone jack is cited as a disadvantage.
• Inconsistent hardware: Some users report receiving phones with significantly differing performance and camera quality, suggesting variations in manufacturing.
• Weak vibrations: Several reviews mention the phone''s vibration is weak.
• Exynos chipset: Some users express dissatisfaction with the Exynos chipset used in their European versions, believing it inferior to the Snapdragon variant and not as well-optimized.
• Missing Serbian Cyrillic keyboard: The lack of Serbian Cyrillic keyboard on the original keyboard is mentioned as a drawback.

Comments

The phone''s perceived value for its price (€800+ mentioned) is frequently questioned, particularly concerning battery life and packaging contents. Many users acknowledge the overall positive aspects but express disappointment with certain shortcomings, especially given the high price. Some users express prior loyalty to Samsung but now question their future purchases. The significant size and weight, while a drawback for some, seem a feature for others, particularly those who utilize the S Pen and large screen. There are conflicting reports on software stability; some users claim initial bugs have been fixed through updates, while others still experience them. Some reviewers explicitly compare it to the iPhone 13 Pro Max, sometimes suggesting the Samsung is superior in various aspects, although Apple''s video recording capabilities are occasionally favored. The lack of included accessories is a recurring theme. Some users report problems even after several months of use, while others are extremely satisfied. Some users express concern about software updates for phones imported from the US. A user notes that the phone is a significant improvement over the S21 Ultra, particularly the integrated S-Pen. The phone is compared favorably to Huawei phones in terms of intuitiveness and speed. Many users report overall satisfaction with the phone despite some drawbacks. Some users refer to it as the best phone on the market. The phone is described as a "computer in your hand". Some users express amazement at the phone''s capabilities. The phone is seen as a true successor to the Note series. Many users describe the phone as perfect or excellent. The overwhelmingly positive sentiment from this batch of reviews reinforces the already established positive aspects of the phone. The phone is repeatedly described as "perfect" and "amazing".