Tonight’s the night! Samsung Galaxy Unpacked 2021 event has begun. At the event, the company will be launching its next-generation Galaxy S21 series smartphones. The Galaxy S21 series succeeded the Galaxy S20 series that was launched last year and it is likely to include three smartphone models, the vanilla Galaxy S21, the top of the line Galaxy S21 Ultra, and mid-tier flagship smartphone, the Galaxy S21+.
Apart from the Galaxy S21 series, Samsung is also expected to launch a Bluetooth-based tracker called the Galaxy SmartTags and a premium earbuds called the Galaxy Buds Pro at the event.
Samsung will be live-streaming its Galaxy Unpacked 2021 event from its official YouTube channel. The live streaming will begin at 8:30PM IST. Alternatively, you can also watch the event on Samsung Global’s website.
Apart from Samsung’s official social media handles, you can also tune into HT Tech to get the latest details from the Galaxy Unpacked 2021 event. So stay connected...
Samsung Galaxy Unpacked ends
Samsung ends the Galaxy Unpacked 2021 event on a forward-looking note.
Samsung partners with Google
Samsung announces a partnership with Google over AIoT and smart device ecosystem.
Samsung Smart Things compatible with Nest devices
Galaxy users can control their Google Nest devices using Samsung's Smart Things app.
Galaxy S21 Ultra price
Galaxy S21 Ultra costs $1,199.
Galaxy S21 Ultra display
Galaxy S21 Ultra comes with 6.8-inch display with 1,500 nits of brightness and it features support for SPen.
Galaxy S21 Ultra colour
The Galaxy S21 Ultra will be available in Phantom Black colour variant.
Galaxy S21 Ultra video feature
Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra lets users shoot 4k videos from every lens on the phone.
Galaxy S21 Ultra comes with an 108MP camera
Galaxy S21 Ultra comes with 108MP primary sensor. It uses twice the pixels to create finer and more detailed images. Samsung says that it has developed a new technology that compresses nine pixels in one to improve image quality.
Galaxy S21 Ultra introduced
Samsung introduces Galaxy S21 Ultra smartphone.
Galaxy S21, S21+ price
Samsung Galaxy S21 starts at $799 and Galaxy S21+ starts at $999. They will be available starting January 29.
One UI 3.0
Samsung Galaxy S21 series runs on One UI 3.0.
Samsung Galaxy S21 series comes with 5G connectivity
The Galaxy S21 series comes with 5G connectivity. Samsung has also worked with Unity to improve the gaming experience.
Samsung Galaxy S21 series specs
Samsung Galaxy S21 series comes with a 20% faster CPU, 35% faster GPU and 2% faster AI processing. It comes with Samsung Knox Vault privacy solution that is capable of keep user data safe.
Samsung Galaxy S21, S21+ come with 8K video
These phones are capable of capturing 8K videos. They also come with Directors Mode video mode.
Samsung Galaxy S21, S21+ camera
The Samsung Galaxy S21 and S21+ come with 12MP +12MP + 64MP rear camera setup.
Samsung Galaxy S21 series display
Galaxy S21 comes with 6.2-inch display and the S21+ comes with 6.7-inch display with vivid colours.
Samsung Galaxy S21 series introduced
Samsung introduces Galaxy S21 and Galaxy S21+ smartphones with 5G connectivity.
Galaxy Smart Tags+ price
A single unit of the Samsung Galaxy Smart Tag+ costs $39.99
Samsung Galaxy Smart Tag launched
Samsung launches Galaxy Smart Tag tracker. It connects to the Smart Things app. It comes with a coin-sized battery and UWB technology.
Galaxy Buds Pro price
The Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro cost $199 in three colour variants.
Galaxy Buds Pro come with Intelligent ANC
The Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro come with an Intelligent Active Noise Cancellation feature that is able to distinguish between the sound in the earbuds and the ambient noise outside.
Galaxy Buds Pro specs
The Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro come with Active Noise Cancellation feature with true wireless technology. They come with two-day speakers. They feature sound by AKG. They deliver 360-degree audio and they come with motion detection sensors.
Samsung introduces Galaxy Buds Pro earbuds
Here's your first look of the Galaxy Buds Pro earbuds.
Samsung Galaxy Unpacked 2021 event begins
Samsung Galaxy Unpacked 2021 event begins. It is likely to be all about AIoT, connectivity and personalisation of tech.
Galaxy Buds Pro also expected
Samsung is also expected to launch the Galaxy Buds Pro earbuds at today’s event. It is expected to cost $200 in the United States. In India, it is likely to cost around ₹15,000.
Samsung like to launch Galaxy SmartTags
Samsung is also likely to launch a Tile-like tracker called the Galaxy SmartTags. These tracking devices are likely to come with Bluetooth connectivity and enable users to keep a track of their keys and wallets using their Galaxy smartphones.
Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra to get SPen support
Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra is expected to feature support for Samsung’s SPen stylus. This feature was earlier available exclusively in case of the Galaxy Note 20 series. But it is likely to change this time with the launch of the Galaxy S21 Ultra. That said, it is not likely to feature a design that natively holds the SPen.
Samsung Galaxy S21 series price
Apart from the specifications, price of the upcoming Galaxy S21 series smartphones has also been leaked by the tipsters. Galaxy S21 is tipped to start at EUR 849, while the Galaxy S21 Ultra is likely to start at EUR 1,349. Here are all the details.