Samsung - Galaxy S23 128GB (Unlocked) - Phantom Black
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- Screen Size6.1 inchesRear-Facing Camera50 megapixelsCarrier CompatibilityAT&T, Boost Mobile, Cricket, Google Fi, H2O Wireless, Metro by T-Mobile, Mint Mobile, Simple Mobile, Sprint, T-Mobile, Ultra Mobile, US Cellular, VerizonBuilt-in Storage128 gigabytesProcessor ModelSnapdragon® 8 Gen 2 Mobile Platform for GalaxyPhone Memory (RAM)8 gigabytes
- Key Specs
- Screen Size: 6.1 inches (Size of the screen, measured diagonally from corner to corner.)
- Rear-Facing Camera: 50 megapixels
- Carrier Compatibility: AT&T, Boost Mobile, Cricket, Google Fi, H2O Wireless, Metro by T-Mobile, Mint Mobile, Simple Mobile, Sprint, T-Mobile, Ultra Mobile, US Cellular, Verizon
- Built-in Storage: 128 gigabytes
- Processor Model: Snapdragon® 8 Gen 2 Mobile Platform for Galaxy (Your computer's processor is like its brain. Working in combination with system memory, the power of the processor determines the complexity of software you can run, how many programs you can have open at the same time, and how fast those programs will run. Most computers feature an AMD, Intel or Snapdragon processor.)
- Phone Memory (RAM): 8 gigabytes (Random-access memory (RAM) temporarily stores data so that it can be accessed quickly. The size of the RAM determines how efficiently the phone can handle large amounts of information at once, such as switching between several open apps.)
- General
- Brand: Samsung
- Model Number: SM-S911UZKAXAA
- Product Name: Galaxy S23 128GB (Unlocked)
- Color: Phantom Black
- Year of Release: 2023
- Display
- Screen Size: 6.1 inches (Size of the screen, measured diagonally from corner to corner.)
- Screen Resolution: 2340 x 1080 (Screens come in a range of resolutions (measured in pixels, horizontal x vertical). The higher the resolution, the greater the picture quality.)
- Display Type: OLED
- Screen Type: AMOLED
- Screen Material: Corning Gorilla Glass Victus 2
- Foldable Screen: false
- Refresh Rate: 120Hz (The number of frames per second the device can produce natively without enhancement. Higher rates help produce smooth, seamless pictures.)
- Brightness: 1750 nits (A measure of the total light output.)
- Camera
- Integrated Camera: Front, Rear, Telephoto 1, Ultrawide
- Front-Facing Camera: 12 megapixels
- Rear-Facing Camera: 50 megapixels
- Telephoto Camera 1: 10 megapixels
- Ultrawide Camera: 12 megapixels
- Video Recording Resolution(s) and Frame Rate(s): 7680 x 4320 (8K) recording resolution (Refers to the number of pixels, both horizontally and vertically, and the frame rate used to capture the video. The higher the resolution the finer the video detail that can be seen. The faster the frame rate the smoother the playback for higher motion activities like sports.)
- Optical Zoom: 3x (The optical zoom uses a combination of lenses that magnify the image prior to it being registered at high resolution by the imaging sensor.)
- Digital Zoom: 30x (A digital zoom is accomplished electronically, with no adjustment of the camera's optics, and no optical resolution gained in the process. The existing data is not enhanced or added to, merely displayed at a lower resolution, thereby giving an illusion of an enlarged image.)
- High Dynamic Range (HDR): true (An HDR-compatible 4K TV or other HDR-compatible product displays HDR video content when it's available from sources like 4K Ultra HD Blu-ray Discs and 4K streaming services.)
- Network
- Carrier: Unlocked
- Carrier Compatibility: AT&T, Boost Mobile, Cricket, Google Fi, H2O Wireless, Metro by T-Mobile, Mint Mobile, Simple Mobile, Sprint, T-Mobile, Ultra Mobile, US Cellular, Verizon
- Network Connectivity: 5G (The manner in which a device sends data to another device over a long distance using a cellular network.)
- Unlocked: true (Can be used with any carrier, typically by exchanging the phone's SIM card with another one compatible for the intended area of service. Can be used with a new or existing cellular service plan.)
- No-Contract: true (Can be purchased without committing to a contract with a cellular service provider. No-contract phones are only compatible with a specific carrier.)
- Mobile Hotspot Capability: true (A hotspot-enabled device is able to connect wirelessly to a cellular network and share the connection via Wi-Fi with nearby compatible devices.)
- Connectivity
- Headphone Jack: false (The device features an interface that allows for the connection of headphones.)
- Wireless Connectivity: Bluetooth, Wi-Fi, NFC (The manner in which a device sends data to another device over a short distance without the use of wires or cables.)
- Power
- Battery Capacity: 3900 milliampere hours (The amount of energy stored in the battery.)
- Wireless Charging: true
- Wireless Charging Standard: Qi
- Fast Charging Capability: Wired, Wireless
- Fast Charging Technology: Adaptive Fast Charging (Quick charge technologies typically use higher voltages and/or charging interfaces to fill a device's battery capacity faster than standard charging speeds.)
- Device Power Sharing: Wireless
- Battery Chemistry: Lithium-ion
- Compatibility
- Charging Interface(s): USB-C (The connection for transmitting power to charge the device.)
- Voice Assistant Built-in: Bixby, Google Assistant (A digital assistant built into the device that uses voice commands to answer questions and control smart devices.)
- Works With: Amazon Alexa, Arlo, Google Home, Hue, Nest, SmartThings, Wink (Compatible with or able to be connected to other smart devices or applications.)
- SIM Card Size: eSIM, Nano SIM
- SIM Card Slots: Single SIM
- Stylus Dock: None
- Stylus Included: false
- Features
- Model Family: Samsung Galaxy S23
- Usage Time(s): Up to 22 hours of video playback, Up to 35 hours of talk time, Up to 20 hours of Internet usage time, Up to 71 hours of audio playback time (All battery claims depend on network configuration and many other factors; actual results will vary. Battery has limited recharge cycles and may eventually need to be replaced. Battery life and charge cycles vary by use and settings.)
- Sensors: Accelerometer, Barometer, Face ID, Fingerprint sensor, Geomagnetic sensor, Gyro sensor, Proximity sensor (Detects stimuli such as heat, light, sound, motion, or pressure and responds accordingly by operating a control or initiating a function of the device.)
- GPS Enabled: true
- Mobile Payment Service Supported: Google Pay, Samsung Pay
- Protective Qualities: Dust resistant, Shock resistant, Water resistant
- Maximum Depth Of Water Resistance: 4.9 feet (Measurement of the maximum depth of water in which the product is able to resist some degree of water penetration.)
- Ingress Protection (IP) Rating: IP68 (A 4 to 6 character code classifying a product's degree of protection against intrusion of solid particles and liquids as well as impact. Each number in the IP Code denotes a level of protection, determined through testing and published by the International Electrotechnical Commission (IEC). The first digit represents the degree of protection against solid foreign objects or particles and the second digit represents the degree of protection against water ingress.)
- Built-in Storage: 128 gigabytes
- AI
- AI Processing: Cloud-based (Artificial Intelligence (AI) processing can be performed in the cloud or on the device itself. Cloud-based processing can allow for higher processing performance but may entail higher data usage and involve information sharing. On-device processing allows for more privacy and security but may limit processing performance.)
- AI Photo/Video Capture Features: Brightness adjustment, Depth adjustment, Facial recognition (Artificial Intelligence (AI) can automatically adjust various elements to optimize your shot before and while it’s being taken.)
- AI Photo/Video Editing Features: Adjust background, Adjust image, Adjust objects, Image story creation, Remove objects, Reposition objects, Resize objects (Artificial Intelligence (AI) can allow you to edit photos and videos to give you an optimal or customized shot.)
- AI Document and Search Features: Document summary, Transcription (Artificial Intelligence (AI) can allow you to more efficiently search and retrieve documents as well as assist with personalized content.)
- AI Translation: Language translation, Speech recognition, Speech-to-text, Text-to-speech (Artificial Intelligence (AI) can automatically translate some speech and text functions to allow for conversations with others even if you don’t speak the same language.)
- Performance
- Operating System: Android 13 (The operating system manages all software and hardware, including files, memory and connected devices. Most importantly, it lets you interact with your device and your programs in a visual way; otherwise, you'd be typing computer code to get anything done.)
- Processor Brand: Snapdragon
- Processor Model: Snapdragon® 8 Gen 2 Mobile Platform for Galaxy (Your computer's processor is like its brain. Working in combination with system memory, the power of the processor determines the complexity of software you can run, how many programs you can have open at the same time, and how fast those programs will run. Most computers feature an AMD, Intel or Snapdragon processor.)
- Processor Speed: 3.36 gigahertz (Actual central processing unit (CPU) speed may vary by device configuration and design. Also referred to as clock speed, this is how quickly the central processing unit (CPU) can receive and interpret instructions. The higher the number, the more operations per second that can be completed. Working in combination with system memory, the power of the processor determines the complexity of software you can run.)
- Phone Memory (RAM): 8 gigabytes (Random-access memory (RAM) temporarily stores data so that it can be accessed quickly. The size of the RAM determines how efficiently the phone can handle large amounts of information at once, such as switching between several open apps.)
- Dimensions
- Product Height: 5.8 inches (The out of box height of the item. Height is measured as the vertical distance from the bottom of the item to the top as it would be primarily used or placed.)
- Product Width: 2.8 inches (The out of box width of the item. Width is measured as the horizontal distance from one side of the item to the other as it would be primarily used or placed.)
- Product Depth: 0.3 inches (The out of box depth of the item. Depth is measured as the distance from the front of the item to the back as it would be primarily used or placed.)
- Product Weight: 5.93 ounces (The out of box weight of the item.)
- Storage
- Media Card Slot: None
- Warranty
- Warranty - Parts: 1 year
- Warranty - Labor: 1 year
- Other
- UPC: 887276717463
Galaxy AI is here. Search like never before,¹ get real-time interpretation on a call,² format your notes into a clear summary,³ and effortlessly edit your photos⁴ - all from your smartphone, all with AI. Meet Galaxy S23, the phone takes you out of the everyday and into the epic. Life doesn’t wait for the perfect lighting, but with Nightography, you are always ready to seize the moment and snap memories like a pro. See your content no matter the time of day on a display with a refresh rate up to 120Hz and Adaptive Vision Booster. Capture and create in rich detail, and then use Quick Share to share across devices without losing quality. Move past the mundane and embrace epic power with Galaxy S23.
- Circle it, search it,¹ find it. Just like that.: What’s your favorite influencer wearing? Where’d they go on vacation? What’s that word mean? Don’t try to describe it use Circle to Search with Google¹ and get the answer in a snap. Simply circle it on your screen to learn more.
- Break down barriers to language barriers: Speak foreign languages on the spot with AI-powered Live Translate.² Unlock the power of convenient communication with near-real-time voice translations right through your Samsung Phone app.
- Take a great photo. Then make it better.: Turn every photo into a post-worthy masterpiece with Galaxy AI. Move or remove objects. Fill in empty space. Simply snap a pic, and then take it from great to jaw-dropping with Generative Edit³
- Be lost in conversation, not translation.: Wish you always had an interpreter on hand? Now you do with Galaxy AI. Simply hold up your phone during face-to-face conversations and receive real-time translations.⁴
- Capture the night, even in low light: Ready to own the night? Whether you’re headed to a concert or romantic night out, there’s no such thing as bad lighting with Night Mode. Galaxy S23 lets you capture epic content in any setting with stunning Nightography.
- Capture. Share. Impress.: Create crystal-clear content worth sharing with the 50MP high-resolution camera of Galaxy S23. Whether you’re posting or printing, Galaxy S23 always does the moment justice.
- Our fastest mobile processor available: Whether you’re working hard, playing hard or doing both at the same time, smoothly switch between apps with our fastest processor ever.
- The power to keep going: Whether you’re capturing a memory or catching up with friends, Galaxy S23 will be ready when you need it most. With a 3,900mAh battery, stay in the moment without worrying about your phone dying.¹
- More storage. More memories.: Save life’s memories with 128GB or 256GB of storage. Whether you’re the family shutterbug or you carefully curate your gallery, capture the moment with confidence knowing that you have the right amount of space for your needs.
- Watch anything in any light: Watch your content comfortably as Adaptive Vision Booster helps your screen adapt to your environment. Whether out in direct sunlight or in bed with the lights off, the contrast on Galaxy S23 expansive screen still looks amazing.
- Convenient collaboration: Keep your group conversations going wherever you are with Galaxy S23 and Google Meet. Whether you’re having a video meeting with your team or your friends, use Google Meet to start a video chat on your Tab and then continue the call on your phone as you head out the door.⁶
- Love it? Share it.: Send even your large files —whether it’s cute puppy videos or work documents —between your Galaxy S23 and any iOS or Android device. Quick Share helps minimize frustration when sharing the epic.⁷
- Snap once. Capture a ton.: Get the group together for one shot and capture a variety of candid moments. Simply tap, record and choose from multiple stills and videos.⁸
- Capture memories in stunning 8K Video: Capture memories in stunning detail with 8K Video recording. No matter the moment, Galaxy S23 lets you shoot ultra-bright, crystal-clear scenes —day or night.
- Get back to on the go: Life’s best moments could happen at any second. With a battery that supports up to 25W Super-Fast Charging, it’s easy to stay ready. Power up your Galaxy S23 quickly and get back to making more memories.⁹
- Tough when it matters most: Confidently take on whatever your day brings with Galaxy S23 —fortified with our toughest glass and metal frame available. Wave goodbye to worry with Gorilla Glass 8 and Armor Aluminum, built to resist scratches and spills.
- Your phone. Your look. Your style.: Design your own Galaxy experience with Galaxy S23. With our versatile One UI, you can personalize a lock screen that reflects your lifestyle.
- Designed with our planet in mind: Feel good knowing your new phone supports what you support. Galaxy Galaxy S23 was designed to help you live in a more sustainable world, while enjoying everything that makes that life amazing.
- Smart Switch into the Galaxy: Diving right into your new Galaxy Galaxy S23 is easy. Simply transfer your favorite content —photos, calendar dates, alarms and even call history —from your previous phone with Smart Switch.¹⁰
Whats Included
- Device
- USB-C Data Cable
- SIM ejection tool
- Quick start guide
Disclaimers
- ¹Requires internet connection; results may vary by uniqueness, clarity and framing of circled image and related factors.
- ²Samsung account login required. Calls must be made using the native Samsung dialer.
- ³Requires Samsung account login and internet connection. For text in Samsung Notes only (200 –4,000 characters)
- ⁴Requires Samsung account log in and language preset (English and Spanish pre-installed; other languages require free download). Results may vary.
- ⁵Based on average battery life under typical usage conditions. Average expected performance based on typical use. Actual battery life depends on factors such as network, features selected, frequency of calls, and voice, data, and other application usage patterns. Results may vary.
- ⁶Requires devices to have One UI 2.5 or later. Must be logged into the same Google account and Google Meet app must be activated on each device.
- ⁷For Galaxy-to-Galaxy or any other devices: Quick Share to Galaxy smartphones and tablets smartphones and tablets with Android OS version 10.0 (Q) and One UI 2.1 or above requires Wi-Fi and Bluetooth connection.
- ⁷Quick Share to iOS and Android devices available by sending shared link: individual files shared cannot exceed 3GB (for a total of 5GB per day) and link will expire after two days; requires a Samsung account and Internet connection.
- ⁸Single Take captures images and video for up to 15 seconds.
- ⁹Wall charger sold separately; use only Samsung-approved chargers and cables. To avoid injury or damage to your device, do not use incompatible, worn or damaged batteries, chargers or cables. Supports up to 25W charging.
- ¹⁰Data and content availability may vary by OS. For a list of compatible systems, platforms, devices and terms of use, visit www.samsung.com/us/smart-switch.
A: They have plenty at Best Buy, where i bought the phone. After the phone itself, there were 3-4 add-ons that are not included and will add up to $100, mainly so you can't continue to use things you bought for your last phone.
A: The activate today prices only apply to certain plans from certain carriers. Yes, it's misleading.
Q: is there a place for a sd card for added storage?
A: Unfortunately, ALL S23 models have no SD card.
A: Yes. This cellphone comes with a chargind cable. It's a USB-C to USB-C cable. But the charger does not come together. You need to use your old charger or buy a new one. But this a wonderful cellphone!
Q: Many phones I have looked at it says UNLOCKED. What does that mean?
A: Unlocked means you can use the phone for any phone service carrier at&t, sprint, verizon ect..
A: The S7 cord will not work with this phone as it has a USB type C. You will need the charging brick to plug into a wall. Or you can purchase a USB-A to USB-C cable (I like Belkin) to charge in your car or from your computer.
A: I do not have 5G service at my home, phone works great.
Q: Will this work in South America?
A: yes, it will, just make sure it is unlocked
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- Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Works And Plays As Hard As You Do
A good phone that does exactly what I need it to when I need it done. I've owned this model for several approximately 8 months now. I've traveled to Europe and Africa, and around the US with this device and it has worked like a champ the whole time. The digital SIMs make travelling abroad a snap. The battery life has been great - even while using it to navigate all day in 115 degree temperatures without access to a charger. The pictures are gorgeous. The phone size fits nicely in my small hands and my pants pockets. The screen is easy to see in most lighting, although the desert sun was a bit harsh on eyes and screens. The water/dust resistance claims have been thoroughly tested (on accident). The phone has survived a drop in shallow water, dog slobber, and salt/sand while surf fishing. As you can tell, I don't coddle my devices...they go where I go, and if they are sturdy enough I have to find one that is. All-in-all I've really enjoyed this phone.
This review is from Samsung - Galaxy S23 128GB (Unlocked) - Phantom Black
TubiaT Posted
- Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Good performance. Battery performance we'll see.
Good phone. Still getting used to since I upgraded from. Motorola G7Play. My last galaxy phone was the S4. Prev. phones S3, Moto G5+, various non-smart phones. I like the cameras. Lots of apps. Wish samsung in google would allow some deleting of the ones that are permanent. Has a lot grouped into one. Open box excellent condition. Kohler WI store. Came w/fast charge USB-C to USB-C 60W cable(aftermarket) & USB 5W Insignia charger does not match cable to plug in. Noticed when I went to T-mobile for sim swap. Granted I paid about $200 for the phone. I should have gone back before driving back to Milwaukee. Phone is still learning my habits so I don't know if I'll be able to get a full day's charge out of it. Especially if I set it up to only 80%to help the long term life of the battery. I noticed it had the weather for Washington D.C. so it must have been a return. Good service over all at the Kohler store. Though I would have liked a little more guidance and explanation on the cases.And screen protectors other than 'whatever I want'. Based on GSMArena & CU Reports batt. should be somewhat better then Google Pixels. I still have to learn more features like AI. & set up rest of Samsung/Knox features. I still appreciate the phone and Best Buy service(thanks to Rod,etc). Thank God.
This review is from Samsung - Galaxy S23 128GB (Unlocked) - Lavender
KurtA Posted
- Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Samsung lover!
Updated this phone from the S22. Better battery and faster processor! I was going to buy the S23 Plus because of the bigger battery for Doordash but 3900 mah is more than enough! Pair it as always with the Otterbox commuter series
This review is from Samsung - Galaxy S23 128GB (Unlocked) - Phantom Black
Giovanni Posted