Galaxy S22 Vs. Galaxy S21: Should You Upgrade To Samsung's Newest Phone?
The Samsung Galaxy S22 stands out as one of the year's best smartphones, but for folks who already have last year's Galaxy S21, is there any need to upgrade? This is a question that comes up with every new phone. Whether a new phone is released from Samsung, Apple, OnePlus, or Google, owners of the previous model want to know if they should get the latest and greatest. And understandably so! Processors get faster, cameras get better, and battery life (hopefully) gets longer.
For Samsung fans in 2022, that question looms over the Galaxy S22. Last year's Galaxy S21 was — and still is — an excellent handset. It has a gorgeous display, snappy performance, reliable cameras, and powerful software. It's a phone that holds its own a year after its debut, but with the Galaxy S22 now replacing it, S21 owners may be wondering if it's time to upgrade. If you happen to fall into that boat, here's what you should know before pulling the trigger.
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Starting first with the design, the Galaxy S22 and S21 look identical at first glance. They're similarly sized and have the same 'contour-cut' camera bump, which makes it look like the three cameras flow seamlessly into the frame. However, there are a few subtitles that give the S22 a slight edge. While last year's Galaxy S21 featured a plastic back, the S22 has a glass back (specifically, Gorilla Glass Victus). The S22 also has noticeably flatter edges compared to the rounded shape of the S21. These aren't dramatic changes on paper, but they make the Galaxy S22 feel more refined and premium than its older sibling. Other design flourishes remain untouched. The S22 and S21 have stereo speakers, a USB-C charge port, and an
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