Samsung's Galaxy Unpacked event will introduce its new Galaxy S22 smartphone series soon, but rumors of shipping delays are already surfacing, putting a damper on some of the excitement. Nevertheless, the latest phones are sure to feature the best processors and improved cameras. In addition, there have been plenty of hints that Samsung's iconic S Pen will be included with the Galaxy S22 Ultra, so there is plenty to look forward to despite any potential for slow shipping.
Samsung holds a Galaxy Unpacked event in the first quarter of the year and announced that this year's first flagship smartphone announcement would come on Feb. 9, 2022. Reservations began to be accepted on Jan. 21, 2022, with pre-orders going live on the official announcement day. Customers that place orders in advance of the shipping date are rewarded with a $50 Samsung credit, which can be used to pay for accessories or other Samsung products during pre-order, so it's a nice incentive to shop early.
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According to a recent tweet from notable leaker Jon Prosser, shipping of the Samsung Galaxy S22 series will be delayed due to supply chain issues. The Galaxy S 22 Ultra is said to be shipping on Feb. 25, while the Galaxy S22 and S22-Plus might have a much longer wait, shipping on Mar. 11, 2022. That's nearly a one-month delay from the start of pre-orders and an onerous burden to place on eager shoppers. While Samsung makes some of the most popular phones globally, some customers will be tempted to look elsewhere. Samsung has posted a few teaser videos on YouTube to generate extra interest.
Samsung's Galaxy S22 series has been subject to numerous leaks, and this looks to be an
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