Drastic price increases have long since affected not only graphics cards, but also the smartphone market in particular. Apple showed in 2022 with the iPhone 14 what a new pricing can look like.
The new smartphones from the Californian manufacturer cost a whole 150 dollars more. Samsung now seems to be getting on the same train as Apple and occasionally asking 150 dollars more for the cell phones.
Samsung Galaxy S23 – This is what the prices in Europey look like
The information itself on the planned prices in Europey comes from Roland Quandt, an author for the WinFuture website. According to the journalist, the new pricing is as follows:
| model | S23 | S23+ | S23 Ultra |
|---|---|---|---|
| 8/128 GB | 950 Euro | x | x |
| 8/256 GB | 1020Euro | 1210 Euro | 1400 Euro |
| 8/512 GB | x | 1330 Euro | x |
| 12/512 GB | x | x | 1590 Euro |
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When pre-selling, those who pre-order the basic version should be able to upgrade to the next memory size without additional costs. The original source apparently goes back to a Spanish retailer who seems to know the prices. Roland Quandt emphasizes that the prices ultimately depend on local duties and taxes.
In view of the current world situation, as emphasized in the introduction, price increases in the technical market are no longer a rarity. Apart from the price increases, there is news about Google Fast Pair.
Galaxy S23 – quick setup with Google Fast Pair
Google’s Fast Pair feature is primarily used to pair headphones or Wear OS smartwatches quickly and easily. the Website 9to5Google apparently found hints about the support of Android smartphones in the Android source code.
Accordingly, the current Android cell phone recognizes when there is another phone in the area and offers a quick setup. From there you will be guided through the installation of the necessary app to transfer the data between the two smartphones.
Google’s Pixel Buds Pro support Fast Pair.
In the case of Samsung, this affects the Smart Switch app. According to 9to5Google, this is the biggest new feature. The core aim is to make it easier for users to get started when using a new phone. With the abundance of smartphone and smartwatch manufacturers, this function can be quite helpful.
According to the website linked above, this feature should start with the S23 series. We have summarized all other previous information about the Galaxy S23 here:
Samsung Galaxy S23: All information & rumors about the release, prices, specs and more
Will you get the S23 despite the price increases? Or would Samsung cross a line that prevents you from buying it? What do you think of the new Fast Pair feature? Write it to us in the comments!
