Samsung Electronics Announces Fourth Quarter and FY 2022 Results

 Samsung Electronics recently reported financial results for the fourth quarter and the fiscal year 2022.

The Company posted KRW 70.46 trillion in consolidated revenue and KRW 4.31 trillion in operating profit in the quarter ended December 31, 2022. For the full year, it reported 302.23 trillion in annual revenue, a record high, and KRW 43.38 trillion in operating profit.

The business environment deteriorated significantly in the fourth quarter due to weak demand amid a global economic slowdown. Earnings at the Memory Business decreased sharply as prices fell and customers continued to adjust inventory. The System LSI Business also saw a decline in earnings as sales of key products were weighed down by inventory adjustments in the industry. The Foundry Business posted a new record for quarterly revenue, while profit increased year-on-year on the back of advanced node capacity expansion as well as customer base and application area diversification.

Samsung Display Corporation (SDC) saw earnings in the mobile panel business decline as smartphone demand fell, while the large panel business narrowed its losses as sales of QD-OLED for TVs increased and as the business’s LCD inventory was fully depleted.

Revenue and profit at the Mobile eXperience (MX) Business declined amid weak demand in the mid- to low-end segments, while the Networks Business posted an increase in revenue led by domestic demand for 5G installations and expansion in overseas businesses.

The Visual Display Business posted higher revenue and operating profit as sales of premium products, including Neo QLED and Super Big TVs, increased, while the Digital Appliances Business saw a profit decline because of cost increase due to deteriorated market conditions and as competition intensified.

The strength in the US dollar against the Korean won resulted in a positive impact of approximately KRW 0.5 trillion company-wide on operating profit compared to the previous quarter.

The recent change in Korean tax law which revised taxation on dividends received from subsidiaries led to a decline in the Company's corporate tax in the fourth quarter.

The one-time item due to the change in tax law was reflected in the quarter's financial statements and does not mean the Company received a corporate tax refund, nor is it related to the Company's actual tax payment.

In the first quarter, the semiconductor business will focus on actively addressing the demand for high-end products, such as DDR5, LPDDR5x, and 200 megapixel (MP) image sensors, amid a weak memory market and soft global IT demand. SDC plans to meet the demand for major customers’ new products.

The Company plans to expand its leadership in the premium smartphone segment with the launch of Galaxy S23, while the Networks Business will focus on the domestic and overseas businesses, including North America. The Digital Appliances Business will aim to boost sales in the premium segment through new models, such as the BESPOKE Infinite Line.

For 2023, while the macroeconomic uncertainties are expected to persist, the Company anticipates demand to begin recovering in the second half. The semiconductor business will continue to reinforce market and technology leadership and expand the proportion of advanced nodes and products, such as DDR5, LPDDR5x, and Gate-All-Around (GAA) processes.

Earnings at SDC’s mobile panel business is expected to be robust and the large panel business will focus on growing the QD-OLED business and improving profitability.

The Device eXperience (DX) Division plans to improve competitiveness by strengthening the premium product line-up, based on the Company’s technology leadership. The Division also plans to expand the SmartThings ecosystem through differentiated technologies and partnerships to provide customized, hyper-connected user experiences.

The Networks Business is expected to maintain revenue growth by actively responding to new market opportunities, particularly in overseas businesses and by reinforcing technology leadership in 5G core chips and virtualized Radio Access Network (vRAN).

For the Digital Appliances Business, the Company will continue to provide hyper-connected user experiences based on SmartThings and enhance the competitiveness of premium products centered on BESPOKE models.

The Company’s capital expenditures in 2022 reached a total of KRW 53.1 trillion, including KRW 47.9 trillion for semiconductors and KRW 2.5 trillion for displays. In the fourth quarter, capital expenditures were KRW 20.2 trillion, with KRW 18.8 trillion in semiconductors and KRW 0.4 trillion in displays. Funds for memory was concentrated on investing in P3 and P4 infrastructure, in preparation for mid- to long-term bit supply, and in EUV to enhance competitiveness. Foundry investments focused on expanding the production capacity of advanced nodes at Pyeongtaek as well as on the initial capacity for 3 nanometer (nm) and the infrastructure for the Taylor site. 

Memory Earnings Declined in Q4; Semiconductor to Focus on High-end Product Demand in Q1

The semiconductor businesses posted KRW 20.07 trillion in consolidated revenue and KRW 0.27 trillion in operating profit in the fourth quarter.

Overall memory demand weakened as customers continued to adjust their inventories amid deepening uncertainties in the external environment. In addition to the base effect that Bit growth was below the market level last quarter, Samsung achieved Bit growth that exceeded the market by expanding sales, focusing on server applications. But, due to worsened consumer sentiment caused by deepening macro issues, the price fell further and with the effect of a meaningful amount of inventory valuation loss, the result decreased significantly compared to the previous quarter.

For DRAM, demand for server was limited as Set build declined because of economic uncertainty and customers' stance on inventory reduction remained. Mobile and PC demand was weak because of major customers' continued inventory adjustments and Set build reduction. But the Company expanded the portion of cutting-edge nodes by optimizing its product portfolio and actively responded to the demand for high-density products focusing on major data centers and server OEM customers. For NAND, demand for server SSD was somewhat stagnant because of customers' inventory adjustments.

Looking to the first quarter, customers' inventory adjustment stance has remained unchanged as economic uncertainties continue. Although demand recovery momentum in the short-term is concerned, Samsung will continue to minimize any adverse impacts by actively addressing the demand for high-end products such as LPDDR5x, with timely preparation for fast-growing DDR5 demand for server and PC.

In 2023, based on cost competitiveness, the Memory Business plans to expand the proportion of high-value-added products by addressing the demand for high-density server SSDs, responds to the high-density trend of smartphones and PC, and strengthens its market leadership.

The System LSI Business saw its earnings decline in the fourth quarter due to sluggish sales caused by inventory adjustments and a decrease in sales for major components. 

However, the mobile SoC business achieved its highest-ever full-year revenue, and the Automotive SoC business has solidified its mid- to long-term growth base by supplying an initial sample on schedule for a European premium OEM and by signing an MOU for product development with an autonomous driving solution company in the US. 

In the first quarter, impacts of sluggish demand and inventory adjustments are expected to continue for the time being. Samsung will strive to expand sales of low- to mid-priced volume zone SoCs and 200MP image sensors. And for automotive SoCs, the Company will try to sustain growth momentum through additional orders from European premium OEMs and for self-driving products.

For 2023, Samsung expects the impacts of the economic downturn to continue for the time being. However, analysis of smartphone purchase patterns suggests that demand will continue to polarize between premium and low-priced phones.

In order to respond to this divided market, for SoCs, the Company will expand sales in the volume zone while reinforcing the position of its products for flagship devices. Samsung will also ensure its major smartphone OEM customers successfully launch flagship models by smoothly supplying and expanding the line-up of its differentiated 200MP image sensors.

The Foundry Business once again set a new record in the fourth quarter for quarterly revenue thanks to increased contributions from advanced nodes for customers, an increased portion from HPC, and the continuous evolution of mature processes; and its full-year sales also reached an all-time high. However, its utilization rate started to decline due to inventory adjustments.

Regarding next-generation GAA processes, the 3nm first-generation process is currently being mass-produced with a stable yield, and, based on the first-gen mass-production experience, the development of the 3nm second-generation process is progressing rapidly. In addition, for the process for automotive and following the mass production of 5nm, the Company started developing 4nm.

In the first quarter, Samsung expects the utilization rate to fall and earnings to decline accordingly due to weak demand.

In 2023, demand may fall temporarily in the first half of the year due to the economic slowdown and inventory adjustments. However, the Company expects market demand to recover in the second half, centering on HPC and Auto sectors.

Samsung will strive to win new customers for the 3nm second-generation process, to focus on the development of the first-generation 2nm process, and continue to develop specialty and mature processes to diversify within applications such as Automotive/IoT.

Finally, given the rising importance of next-generation package technology in the HPC and mobile market, the Company has established an AdVanced Package (AVP) business team within the Device Solution Division to expand the advanced package business and bolster synergies between business units. 

Mobile Display saw Solid Earnings; To Focus on OLED and QD-OLED in 2023   

SDC posted KRW 9.31 trillion in consolidated revenue and KRW 1.82 trillion in operating profit for the fourth quarter. 

The mobile display business achieved solid results by focusing on high-end smartphone products despite market demand continuing to contract. For the large display business, its losses lessened in the fourth quarter thanks to increased sales of TVs during the end-year peak season. In addition, the Company exhausted its LCD inventory, completing the switch to a full-fledged QD-OLED centered business.

Looking ahead to the first quarter, Samsung expects smartphone demand to decline year-on-year due to the economic slowdown in major regions. The Company will strive to maintain its solid earnings for the mobile display business by actively responding to launches of flagship products by major customers.

In the large display business, Samsung will secure additional demand and promote an early ramp-up with the introduction of a new lineup of ultra-large TVs and large-size monitors.

In 2023, the business environment is expected to remain challenging due to unstable market conditions and intensifying competition. For the mobile display business, the Company plans to strengthen its market dominance with technological superiority in the relatively solid high-end smartphone market. In addition, Samsung will capitalize on the accelerated transition to OLED by leveraging its cost competitiveness, which is the result of its preemptive investments.

In the large display business, the Company will continue to improve profitability by solidifying its sales base in the premium market, backed by stable yields.

MX to Expand Flagship Product Sales amid Persistent Macro Uncertainties

The MX and Networks businesses posted KRW 26.90 trillion in consolidated revenue and KRW 1.70 trillion in operating profit for the fourth quarter.

Market demand for smartphones remained weak in the fourth quarter, with the mass market contracting sharply due to continued inflation and geopolitical instability. The MX Business reported a decline in both sales and profit quarter-on-quarter, due to fading new-product effects of flagship models and a drop in smartphone sales on weak demand from the economic slowdown. The impact of the decline in sales of mass-market smartphones was greater than previously expected, while flagship sales held up well relative to market projections.

In the first quarter, a sequential decrease in market demand is expected across all smartphone segments, amid continuous macroeconomic uncertainties. The Company plans to expand flagship product sales with the successful launch of its new Galaxy S23 series, equipped with an enhanced camera and gaming functionalities, among others. Samsung will also continue to enhance its Galaxy ecosystem products, consisting of PCs, tablets and wearables, while maintaining its focus on effective resource management for solid profitability. 

In 2023, the Company expects smartphone market demand to contract due to persistent macroeconomic conditions. Mass-market models are expected to be impacted the most, while consumer demand for premium smartphones and tablets is projected to stay relatively solid. 

The MX Business plans to achieve strong sales and solid profitability by strengthening the competitiveness of its premium flagship products. For the mass-market segment, the Company plans to collaborate with mobile carriers on various sales programs, including those aimed at expanding the 5G smartphone user base. It also plans to improve the premium product experience for its tablets and wearables, through upgraded product features and multi-device experiences.

Visual Display to Continue Focus on Premium and Lifestyle Products

The Visual Display and Digital Appliances businesses recorded KRW 15.58 trillion in consolidated revenue and KRW 0.06 trillion in operating loss for the fourth quarter.

Market demand for TVs increased quarter-on-quarter on the back of year-end seasonality but contracted year-on-year due to the global economic slowdown. The Visual Display Business posted higher results than the previous quarter by meeting regional, peak-season demand and expanding sales of high-value-added products, including Neo QLED and Lifestyle models. However, results declined from a year earlier due to weaker consumer sentiment from rising interest rates and inflation.

Looking ahead to the first quarter, market demand is expected to decline both quarter-on-quarter and year-on-year because of seasonality and the ongoing impact of the global economic downturn. Samsung will focus on capturing demand for premium products, including our 2023 Neo QLED, and strengthen partnerships with major channel partners. The Company will also aim to secure profitability by optimizing operations and manage costs.

In 2023, overall TV demand is expected to remain stagnant as market uncertainties are projected to persist. Based on the demand for premium products, Samsung will focus on the ultra-large-screen market with 98" Neo QLED and continue innovations in premium products by releasing MicroLED models in various sizes as well as providing more options for OLED TVs and gaming monitors.

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Samsung Electronics Showcases a New Era of Sustainable Digital Signage at ISE 2023

 

Introducing New 2023 Outdoor Signage – Large LED Screens and Small-Sized Displays Unveiled

Samsung is announcing new signage products at ISE 2023. Firstly, the company will release its 2023 outdoor LED signage  (Model Name: XHB series), built for the sports industry and spectacular landmark locations. 

The XHB series is available in four models: P6 (6mm pixel pitch), P8, P10 and P16, all of which produce light at an astonishing peak brightness of 8,000 nits exceptionally clear and stunning picture quality – even when in direct sunlight. Furthermore, the standardized module design of the XHB guarantees flexible design and installation, including Concave (maximum of 2500R curvature), Convex, S shape, Fascia, and 90 °L type. 

With a design twice as thin as the previous model, the XHB series can be installed in a seamless way, with the installation time also reduced by more than half for improved convenience. Furthermore, improved energy efficiency means the XHB reduces power consumption by over 15% compared to its predecessor and can reduce approximately 2,492 tons of CO2 emissions every year, which is equivalent to the amount of CO2 sequestered by about 290,000 30 year old pine trees in one year . 

The XHB series will be available for ordering starting from ISE 2023, with some of the first models already being installed as electronic scoreboards at the home stadiums of globally recognized US Baseball teams, the New York Mets and The World Champion Houston Astros ahead of the 2023 season.

Finally, Samsung is introducing a small-sized, 24-inch outdoor signage display (Model Name: OH24B) to cater to the electric vehicle (EV) charger market. As demand for EVs continues to rise, it is important to provide solutions that enable a more connected, enjoyable charging experience, while providing upselling opportunities for businesses and retailers.

The outdoor signage excels in both durability and outdoor visibility across a wide range of diverse conditions. This high resilience and versatility are provided by peak brightness of 1,500 nits, and a slim, metal design, as well as water, dust and liquid resistance (IP66, Ingress Protection), and IK-10 Level glass protection. A high temperature, rigid liquid crystal panel is also applied to provide further durability even under strong sunlight. In addition, the display offers removable Wi-Fi/Bluetooth accessories which can optimize the receiving rate based on installation conditions. Finally, the small signage boasts unparalleled energy efficiency with the industry’s lowest power consumption  (a maximum of 90W) above 20-inches, perfect for an EV charging station which requires 24/7 operation and information delivery.

New Kiosk and Flip Pro’s Exclusive Solution Deliver Enhanced Device Compatibility

Samsung is also announcing the latest model, ‘Samsung Kiosk’ Windows version (Model Name: KMC-W). In addition to the existing model operating Tizen (OS), ‘Samsung Kiosk’ Windows version is compatible with Windows 10 IoT Enterprise OS to expand customer choices. 

 

This new Kiosk adopts Intel’s 11th generation Intel Core Processor. It is equipped with 8GB DRAM and 256GB SSD, providing fast processing and ample storage space to meet the fast-evolving industry demands beyond healthcare, hospitality, and retail.

The company will introduce a new solution, exclusive for the ‘Samsung Flip,’ meeting the demand of both educators and businesses to be connected to various devices simultaneously. It enables users to bring the content or applications in their PC to the Flip by connecting a PC with the Flip. Especially, users can write over content brought from their PC on the screen of Flip and share in real-time. The new solution enhances usability for remote work and provides a seamless work environment by allowing users to optimize and utilize the screen to connect with other device screens.

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The A to Z of Galaxy Unpacked 2023: Unveiling the Latest Era of Samsung Galaxy Innovation

 Every year at Galaxy Unpacked, Samsung Electronics unveils a new era of mobile innovation — and this year was no exception. Together in person for the first time in three years, Samsung unveiled at its latest Unpacked event in San Francisco its exciting new range of additions to the Galaxy family — including the Galaxy S23 series, the Galaxy Book3 series and an inspiring vision for sustainability.

 

With its latest lineup of devices, Samsung is creating premium and powerful mobile experiences for all. Building on its long history of open, proven and trusted collaboration, Samsung also showcased how it is using technology to transform the future of human connection.

 

“More than ever, people turn to brands they trust for the tools on which they can depend to navigate our rapidly-changing world,” said TM Roh, President and Head of Mobile eXperience Business at Samsung Electronics. “At Samsung, this demand for trusted performance pushes us to deliver more meaningful innovations — beyond the specs. It pushes us to create devices that are truly the best and be a brand you can be proud of. We created these devices to set the new premium standard for innovation to deliver powerful performance – without compromise. For every consumer and for the planet we share.”

From top Samsung executives exhibiting the latest products to packed crowds and event visitors getting hands-on with the latest innovations, everyone took part in this celebration of everything Samsung. Keep reading to see more photos, highlights and reveals from Galaxy Unpacked 2023.

 Many visitors attended Galaxy Unpacked 2023, which took place in San Francisco at the Masonic Auditorium.

Lights, Camera, Action: Galaxy S23 Series Cameras

The recently unveiled Galaxy S23 series made a serious impact on visitors with its beautiful design and vertically aligned rear camera lenses. Not only has Samsung improved the unified camera design, but also significantly updated Galaxy S23 Ultra’s camera capabilities. These improvements were highlighted through videos filmed #withGalaxy, which debuted at this year’s Unpacked event.

 

TM Roh introduced the new Galaxy S23 series, the best Galaxy S series yet.

The event featured an electrifying short film captured by an award-winning film director Ridley Scott entirely with the Galaxy S23 Ultra — Samsung’s most incredible camera yet. The short film showed off the device’s superior camera capabilities, revealing that anyone can produce an epic film with videos filmed from their everyday lives.

 

Vice President of Mobile Product Management Drew Blackard introduced the Galaxy S23 Ultra, revealing that all videos shown during the presentation were filmed with the Galaxy S23 Ultra.

With the Galaxy S23 Ultra’s range of advanced camera features, anyone can easily produce pro-grade content anytime, anywhere.

 

All of the footage in Ridley Scott’s short film “Behold” was filmed with the Galaxy S23 Ultra.

Capture the Moment: Galaxy S23 Ultra’s High-Resolution Camera That Is Out of This World

Galaxy S23 Ultra’s new 200MP Wide Camera captures high-resolution photos with a level of large-scale color and detail never before seen in a smartphone. What’s more, various pro-level features in the Expert RAW empower users to produce creative and cinematic films with ease.

 

The new Galaxy S23 series combines design, performance and technology innovation in its high-resolution front and back camera, improving the user’s camera experience.

 

Jaclyn Wyatt, Head of Social Media & Commerce at Samsung, explained that the wide-angle camera of the Galaxy S23 Ultra boasts ultra-high resolution. She also introduced the improved Adaptive Pixel and the Camera Assistant app, complete with new features that help users take photos efficiently.

Expert RAW gives users more control over all aspects of the photography experience, including ISO, aperture and white balance from start to finish.

 Astrophotography captures the night sky in stunning detail using only a smartphone.

 

Na Hong-jin’s short film “Faith” demonstrates the cinema-quality camera features of the Galaxy S23 Ultra. The director was satisfied with the smartphone camera’s ability to capture high detail, even in dark settings.

Shoot After Sundown: Nightography

Shooting in low light can be challenging for even the most advanced filmmakers, resulting in shaky, unusable footage with lots of noise. At Galaxy Unpacked, Samsung announced a multi-frame processing solution for the Galaxy S23 series camera to overcome this challenge. This dedicated algorithm combines multiple images across frames to reduce noise, letting anyone take vivid and optimized videos, even in the dark. Also, an enhanced AI object-aware engine and stereo depth map allow the camera to capture clear portraits in great detail, making night photos come to life. What’s more, with the enhanced Nightography and front camera, Galaxy S23 series users will be constantly asked to share their group photos and videos with friends

Yoonie Park of Brand Marketing introduced Nightography and explained that the camera’s multiframe processing technology is able to reduce noise effectively.

 

A captivated audience listens to the explanation of the groundbreaking Galaxy S23 series’ Nightography feature.

 

AI Stereo Depth Map, based on Dual Pixel technology, is able to detect individual objects. It can even separate a person’s glasses from the background of a photo, so portrait details are crisp and clear.

Level Up Your Gaming Experience With Galaxy S23 Series

The Galaxy S23 series has gotten a serious upgrade all across the board, from its enhanced 5000 mAh battery and its improved cooling system to its next-level camera performance and 41% faster GPU. The newly designed, 8-core CPU boosts the processing capabilities of the Galaxy S23 series by about 34%, which is ideal for multitasking. The optimized NPU architecture also uses an AI algorithm for an additional 49% boost, helping users capture stunning photos in low light.

 

Product Specialist David Thompson introduced the enhanced Galaxy S23 series’ CPU and NPU, which make photos, videos and graphics truly epic. The improved performance and processing speed provides a powerful gaming experience. David further explained that the users can enjoy the game longer with improved battery life.

 

 Drew Blakard continued the presentation by demonstrating how in-game lighting, reflections and shadows are even more realistic with Samsung’s GPU-enabled Ray tracing module.

 

Influencer Lee ‘Faker’ Sang-hyeok tests out Samsung’s latest games.

New in Galaxy Unpacked 2023: Galaxy Book3 Ultra, Powerful Performance Anytime, Anywhere

After announcing the release of the Galaxy S23 series, visitors were excited to see what other new releases were on the horizon. In particular, visitors were amazed by the announcement of the Galaxy Book3 series and especially the Galaxy Book3 Ultra, a whole new addition to the Galaxy Book lineup.

 

Ryan Baber of Retail Marketing introduced the latest Galaxy Book3 lineup, which provides the users with an enhanced multi-device experience.

 

The audience watches the Galaxy Book3 series’ multi-device experience video.

Through Galaxy Book3 Ultra, Samsung is introducing the Dynamic AMOLED 2X Display to users for the first time. This groundbreaking laptop is equipped with the latest CPU and GPU from Intel and NVIDIA, perfect not only for everyday users but also gamers and creators.

The Galaxy Book3 Ultra features a crisp 3K display that makes colors and details pop. With the Ultra’s powerful H-series CPU that can support up to 45W for high performance and upgraded NVIDIA® GeForce RTX™ 4070 Laptop GPU, the Galaxy Book3 Ultra can help bring any user’s imagination to life.

Through powerful performance and connectivity, visitors could take a peek at how the Galaxy ecosystem would improve their daily lives.

The Galaxy Book3 360 comes equipped with a touch screen and S Pen capabilities, letting users create in more ways.

 

SmartThings connects a user’s mobile devices and home appliances in one convenient place.

Everyday Sustainability: Shaping a Brighter Future Through Technology

From 100% recycled paper package boxes to various external and internal parts made of recycled glass, plastic and aluminum, Samsung broadened the use of eco-conscious materials in its devices, furthering its sustainability efforts.

 

Mark Newton of Corporate Sustainability at Samsung explained that Samsung aims to achieve net zero carbon emissions by 2050 and by 2030 for the Mobile Experience Business.

 

The Galaxy S23 series has incorporated the most recycled materials to date. The number of internal and external parts using recycled aluminum, PET, glass and ocean-bound plastic has been increased to 12.

Shaping the Future of Communication Through Industry-Leading Collaboration

Samsung has a long history of partnering up to push the boundaries of what’s possible to deliver leading and premium experiences. During the partnership announcement section of Galaxy Unpacked 2023, President and CEO of Qualcomm Cristiano Amon first took to the stage, revealing that the Galaxy S23 series is powered by the world’s fastest and most power-efficient Snapdragon® yet.

TM Roh explained Samsung’s plan to create next-generation XR experience through open collaboration and open innovation.

 

Cristiano Amon, President and CEO of Qualcomm, details past and future collaborations with Samsung.

“The Snapdragon® 8 Gen 2 Mobile Platform for Galaxy features leading system-processing performance as well as groundbreaking AI that enables truly extraordinary experiences,” said Cristiano. “This includes AI-powered Cognitive ISP, which enhances photos and videos in real-time for professional-quality camera experiences, even in dark settings.” Cristiano also emphasized that Qualcomm’s latest Adreno GPU provides ultra-realistic graphics and delivers the ultimate in connectivity with the world’s best and most reliable 5G modem RF System, as well as industry-leading Wi-Fi and Bluetooth.

Finally, Cristiano explained that the company aimed to create a new era of highly immersive XR experiences that blur the lines between the physical and digital worlds.

 

Hiroshi Lockheimer, SVP of Platforms and Ecosystems at Google, outlines his company’s vision for the future of technology with Samsung.

Hiroshi Lockheimer, Google’s SVP in charge of Platforms and Ecosystem, highlighted the importance of partnership, citing the rollout of the Rich Communication Services (RCS) Messaging Standard and Wear OS, both of which were close collaborations with Samsung. Moving forward, Hiroshi explained how Google would also be investing in groundbreaking XR technologies that will change the way we interact.

“An exciting space where Google has been investing in for a long time across both experiences and technology is AR and VR,” said Hiroshi. “These technologies are integral to the new phase of computing as it can change the way we interact with people and information to get things done in the real world.”

With a vision to enable a new generation of computing, Samsung, Google and Qualcomm will team up to develop advanced hardware and software to make this immersive technology a reality.

 

Samsung, Google and Qualcomm top executives explore Galaxy’s latest innovations inside the Masonic Auditorium after the Galaxy Unpacked 2023 presentation.

Relive the Excitement: Unpacked 2023 Full Video Replay

That’s a wrap! If you couldn’t tune in to the full event, take a look at the video below for a full replay of this February Unpacked 2023 showcase. Stay tuned to Newsroom’s complete coverage of the event to learn more.

 

[https://youtu.be/gUM2wYKdxDA]

Galaxy S23 Series: Designed With the Planet in Mind

 With its new, cutting-edge design, the Galaxy S23 series demonstrates that innovation brings both high-performance and sustainability for the ultimate premium experience.

The Galaxy S23 series raises the bar for both quality and aesthetics with less environmental impact than previous generations. To achieve this, we incorporated recycled materials in more device components than in any other previous Galaxy smartphone and designed the packaging box using 100% recycled paper. The presence of recycled materials in the Galaxy S23 series has also been increased, rising from six internal components made from eco-conscious materials in the Galaxy S22 Ultra to 12 internal and external components incorporating recycled materials in the Galaxy S23 Ultra.

We also used a wider variety of recycled materials, including pre-consumer recycled aluminum and glass, for use in Galaxy devices. By continuing to increase recycled materials in Galaxy devices, this helps us reduce our impact on the environment. Specifically, the use of recycled ocean-bound plastics in the Galaxy S23 series could prevent more than 15 tons of discarded fishing nets from entering the world’s oceans by the end of 2023, helping to reduce ocean pollution.

The Galaxy S23 series is built to last with durability and repairability, making it dependable for years to come. It’s the first device to feature Corning® Gorilla® Glass Victus® 2, which offers durability for long-term use and contains an average of 22 percent pre-consumer recycled content. The Galaxy S23 series also provides four generations of OS upgrades and five years of security updates, so users are protected for longer.

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Galaxy S23 Ultra: Ultimate Power, Epic Camera

 The Galaxy S23 Ultra ushers in a new era of Galaxy, challenging what’s possible in a premium smartphone and redefining the standard of what innovation should offer.

The Galaxy S23 Ultra is in a new category of its own. By integrating the peak performance and productivity of the Note series with the groundbreaking photographic capabilities of the S series, the Galaxy S23 Ultra enables impactful connections like no other.

Thanks to upgraded functionality, taking beautifully vivid photos has never been easier with the Galaxy S23 Ultra. Shoot vibrant photos, stand-out selfies and cinematic videos with less noise even in dark conditions with Nightography. Additionally, the new Adaptive Pixel 200MP sensor enables epic, high-resolution photography with class-leading detail for crisp, lifelike photos.

The Galaxy S23 Ultra also offers the ultimate gaming experience on the go with fast and smooth mobile graphics. Heavy-duty games run with ease thanks to the exclusive Snapdragon® 8 Gen 2 Mobile Platform for Galaxy in collaboration with Qualcomm.

Immerse yourself in more of your favorite content with the Galaxy S23 Ultra. The bright and large 6.8-inch QHD+ display is powered by a 5,000mAh battery, which offers efficient and long-lasting performance.

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Infographic: Galaxy S23 & S23+ series

 The Galaxy S23 and S23+ stand out by redefining the essential elements of a premium mobile experience.

Reimagined for different passions and lifestyles – from creators to collaborators – the Galaxy S23 and S23+ offer the freedom to choose the right device for your life to take everyday passions further.

The Galaxy S23 and S23+ have an iconic rear camera design, with clean, linear and floating camera lenses creating unity across the S series.

Accurately capture the beauty in your world with a versatile new 50MP main camera and 12MP front camera, enhanced with Super HDR to capture more lifelike colors. Shoot epic photos and videos even in the dark with improved night-time photo and video functionality, which offers astonishing clarity.

Both models perform daily tasks more smoothly thanks to the Snapdragon® 8 Gen 2 Mobile Platform for Galaxy, the fastest and most powerful chipset ever in Galaxy. Enjoy long-lasting battery life with a battery capacity of 3,900mAh and 4,700mAh on the Galaxy S23 and S23+ respectively, increased by 200mAh each from the previous generation.

To pre-order the latest Galaxy devices, please click the respective links below:

·       Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra: https://www.samsung.com/my/smartphones/galaxy-s23-ultra/buy/

·       Samsung Galaxy S23+ | Samsung Galaxy S23: https://www.samsung.com/my/smartphones/galaxy-s23/buy/

Pre-order your Samsung Galaxy S23 Series Today

Samsung Malaysia is thrilled to reward its customers who pre-order now with exclusive gifts ! Purchase any of the Galaxy S23 models and enjoy an upgrade of Double Storage for the same price worth up to RM500 . As part of the Eco-Promotions, get up to 30% off purchase-with-purchase  on selected Samsung Accessories, Galaxy Tablets, Galaxy Watch, Galaxy Buds Series and Samsung Care+. You can also trade-in your device  and receive an additional rebate up to RM600 .

Those who pre-order at Samsung Malaysia’s official website will get a RM400 e-voucher. Those who pre-order at Samsung Experience Stores and Samsung Authorised Partners on the other hand can get Samsung Accessories worth up to RM458 . That’s not all, visit our Telco partners for more exciting deals! 

Don't forget to also redeem your RM200 Samsung e-Voucher that you received when you registered your interest.

To find out more about the pre-order offers, please visit: https://www.samsung.com/my/offer/mobile/galaxy-preorder-2023/ 

To pre-order the latest Galaxy devices, please click the respective links below:

• Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra: https://www.samsung.com/my/smartphones/galaxy-s23-ultra/buy/ 

• Samsung Galaxy S23+ | Samsung Galaxy S23: https://www.samsung.com/my/smartphones/galaxy-s23/buy/ 

It’s time to unpack something Epic today!

Pre-order deals

 

Models	RRP	Pre order Price²	Colours	Exclusive Gifts[7]
Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra 1TB	RM7,199	RM6,699	Phantom Black, Cream, Green and Lavender	Samsung Malaysia’s official website ·   Double Storage upgrade for the same price worth up to RM5002. ·   RM400 e-Voucher. ·   Eco-Promotions up to 30% off purchase-with-purchase3 on selected Samsung Accessories, Galaxy Tablets, Galaxy Watch, Galaxy Buds series and Samsung Care+. ·   Trade-in specials4 with additional RM600 rebate5.   Samsung Experience Stores | Samsung Authorised Partners ·   Double Storage upgrade for the same price worth up to RM5001. ·   Free accessories worth up to RM4586. ·   Eco-Promotions up to 30% off purchase-with-purchase2 on selected Samsung Accessories, Galaxy Tablets, Galaxy Watch, Galaxy Buds series and Samsung Care+. ·   Trade-in specials4 with additional RM600 rebate5.
Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra 512GB	RM6,199	RM5,699
Samsung Galaxy S23+ 512GB	RM5,199	RM4,699
Samsung Galaxy S23 256GB	RM4,199	RM3,899

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Take Your Passions Further with the New Samsung Galaxy S23 Series: Designed for a Premium Experience Today and Beyond

 Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd. today unveiled the Galaxy S23 Ultra, Galaxy S23+, and Galaxy S23, marking a new era of Samsung Galaxy’s ultimate premium phone experience. Samsung Galaxy's epic camera gives users more freedom to explore their creativity, like capturing truly cinematic Nightography videos with transformative AI. The Snapdragon® 8 Gen 2 Mobile Platform for Galaxy unleashes premium experiences, including groundbreaking AI, future-ready mobile gaming feature and powerfully sustained game play with the world’s fastest mobile graphics.   On the Galaxy S23 Ultra, an embedded S Pen  that many long-time Samsung Galaxy users know and love offers more possibilities for productivity, notetaking, hobbies and more. All the Galaxy S23 series’ new standard-setting innovations are housed within a striking design that advances the company’s sustainability commitment with more components made using recycled materials than any other Samsung Galaxy smartphone. 

“The value of impactful technology is measured, not just by what it enables for people today, but also how it contributes to a better future,” said TM Roh, President and Head of Mobile eXperience Business at Samsung Electronics. “The entire Galaxy S23 series is the new standard-bearer of trustworthy premium smartphone experiences. We’re on a mission to redefine peak performance by bringing together powerful, lasting innovations and sustainability." 

A Samsung Galaxy Camera with More Megapixels and Extensive Creative Controls, From Day to Night

Galaxy S23 Ultra makes it easier for any level of photographer to capture phenomenal content. It offers Samsung Galaxy’s most advanced camera system, tailored for nearly any lighting conditions and engineered to render incredible detail. Improved Nightography capabilities transform how the Galaxy S series optimizes photos and videos in a wide range of ambient conditions. Filming a favorite song at a concert, snapping a selfie at the aquarium, or grabbing a group shot of friends at dinner — users can get sharper images and videos.  Visual noise that usually ruins low-light images is corrected by a new AI-powered image signal processing (ISP) algorithm that enhances object details and color tone. 

In a Samsung Galaxy first, Galaxy S23 Ultra boasts a new 200MP Adaptive Pixel sensor that captures epic moments with incredible precision. It uses pixel binning to support multiple levels of high-resolution processing at once.  And because selfie cameras are more important than ever to how we communicate today, the Galaxy S23 series introduces fast autofocus and our first Super HDR selfie camera, jumping from 30fps to 60fps, for noticeably better front-facing images and videos.

For users who want the ultimate creative control and customization, the Galaxy S23 series offers a suite of tools that differentiate any photography experience. The Expert RAW app,  available exclusively on Samsung Galaxy, enables DSLR-style image shooting and editing in RAW and JPEG — no bulky camera equipment is required. Users can experiment with Multiple exposures photo art or capture a clear view of the Milky Way with Astrophoto settings, and now, after being downloaded on Galaxy S23, Expert RAW features can be accessed within Samsung’s native Camera app. Meanwhile, the new zoom capabilities on Galaxy Watch5 series’ Camera Controller app  empower users to capture a perfectly framed shot right from their wrist.

Additional camera advancements include:

• Low-light or in situations that would normally create a blur, videos are stable with doubled optical image stabilizer (OIS) angles in all directions on Galaxy S23 Ultra. 

• Recording videos feel more cinematic with enhanced 8K video  at 30 frames per second with a wider angle. 

• Advanced, object-based AI analyzes each detail in the frame, even down to minute facial features, such as hair and eyes, to carefully reflect a person's dynamic characteristics.

• For an even more enhanced video experience, the new 360 Audio Recording feature  on Galaxy Buds2 Pro creates multi-dimensional sound.

On Galaxy S23+ and Galaxy S23, the iconic Samsung Galaxy camera also gets an upgraded look. The contour housing has been removed, marking a new era of essential Galaxy design that makes the entire series stand out.

Premium Performance Makes Way for the Future of Mobile Gaming 

For creators and gamers alike, the desire to push limits and constantly reimagine what’s possible requires technology that outpaces expectations. Together, Samsung and Qualcomm optimized the Samsung Galaxy experience with the brand-new Snapdragon® 8 Gen 2 Mobile Platform for Galaxy, , the most powerful and efficient platform ever in a Samsung Galaxy smartphone and the fastest  Snapdragon available today. Meanwhile, on the Galaxy S23 Ultra, a 5000mAh battery  powers a larger camera than Galaxy S22 Ultra without increasing the device’s size. 

A newly designed CPU micro architecture boosts the processing abilities of the Galaxy S23 series by about 30 percent compared to the Galaxy S22 series.  Capturing stunning photos in low light requires trillions of calculations per second, so Samsung Galaxy’s highly efficient NPU architecture has been optimized by 49 percent to balance performance and power while using an AI algorithm to help users take epic photos and videos.18 One of the most significant improvements to the Galaxy S23 series is the optimized GPU, which is approximately 41 percent faster compared to Galaxy 22 series and designed especially for power users.18

In anticipation of the future of ultimate digital realism, Galaxy S23 Ultra comes ready to support real-time ray tracing as it comes to the mobile gaming mainstream. Users will be able to see noticeably more lifelike renderings of scenes, thanks to technology that simulates and tracks every ray of light. Plus, Samsung Galaxy’s vapor chamber, now bigger  and on every Galaxy S23 series model, keeps your gaming marathon going. 

All this power underpins Galaxy S23 Ultra’s expansive 6.8-inch  edge display with a reduced curvature to create a larger and flatter surface area  for the best visual experience on a Samsung Galaxy smartphone. Samsung Galaxy’s unique Enhanced comfort feature allows users to adjust color tones and contrast levels, lessening eye strain from screen time at night. Vision booster now adjusts at three levels of lighting instead of two to combat brightness and glare in daylight. 

Designed with the Planet in Mind

The Galaxy S23 series raises the bar for premium technology that can enrich people’s lives and help contribute to a healthier planet. Since the Galaxy S22 series, Samsung Galaxy increases its use of recycled materials from six internal components in Galaxy S22 Ultra to 12 internal and external components in Galaxy S23 Ultra. Galaxy S23 series also has a wider variety of recycled materials than any other Galaxy smartphone, including pre-consumer recycled aluminum and glass and post-consumer recycled plastics sourced from discarded fishing nets, PET bottles and water barrels. 

The new S series is the first to feature Corning® Gorilla® Glass Victus® 2, offering durability for long-term use and consisting of an average of 22 percent pre-consumer recycled content . Plus, every Galaxy S23 smartphone comes in a redesigned packaging box which applied paper made with 100 percent recycled paper. 

With the Galaxy S23 series, Samsung Galaxy is doing more to minimize its impact on the environment without compromising quality and aesthetic. The Galaxy S23 series is UL ECOLOGO® certified , meaning that the product has been certified for reduced environmental impact. 

For users who want to extend the life of their device, the Galaxy S23 series’ premium experience can be sustained through the years with four generations of OS upgrades and five years of security updates . To enhance its longevity, users can also leverage programs such as Samsung Care+ , a support service for accidental damages, repairs and more. 

User-Friendly Security and Privacy Enable a Transparent Experience without Compromise

Secure and private experiences are the foundation of the Galaxy S23 series. Every smartphone comes with Samsung's end-to-end Samsung Knox protection, which has received more government and industry certifications than any other mobile device, platform or solution on the market. The Security and Privacy Dashboard on Samsung Galaxy gives users full visibility over who has access to their data and how it’s being used. With just a glance, it’s easy to see if personal data is at risk and receive simple prompts to change settings for a more secure experience. Users can also decide exactly which applications and programs get access to their data and how it can be used.

For an added layer of security, Knox Vault, which was first introduced on the Galaxy S21 series, protects critical information on the Galaxy S23 series by isolating it from the rest of the device, including the OS, for added protection against vulnerabilities. 

More Freedom and Flexibility for Connected Lifestyles

At the core of the Samsung Galaxy S series’ premium experience is the uncompromising innovation of Samsung Galaxy Ultra. But the power and creative capabilities of Samsung Galaxy Ultra don’t stop at smartphones. With the brand new, first-ever Galaxy Book3 Ultra , and the Galaxy Tab S8 Ultra, users can now enjoy an ultimate Samsung Galaxy’s ecosystem.

Across every Galaxy S series model, connected experiences get added benefits. Samsung Multi Control,  which connects mouse and keyboard functionality between a Samsung Galaxy PC and tablet, now extends to Galaxy S23 Ultra, Galaxy S23+, and Galaxy S23 for the ultimate flexibility between devices. Plus, enhanced text usability makes it easy to copy and paste text, like URLs, from one device to another to pick up an activity on another device. On Galaxy S23 Ultra, Google Meet paired with Samsung Notes and the embedded S Pen now make video calls even more collaborative. With Google Meet live sharing, participants can simultaneously co-edit  a document from each of their Android devices, rather than viewing a shared screen.  

Price and Availability 

The Galaxy S23 series comes in four nature-inspired matte hues: Phantom Black, Cream, Green and Lavender . 

Galaxy S23 series and Sustainability

 

Please find attached the infographics on the Samsung Galaxy S23 Series and sustainability for your reference.

To pre-order the latest Galaxy devices, please click the respective links below:

Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra: https://www.samsung.com/my/smartphones/galaxy-s23-ultra/buy/

Samsung Galaxy S23+ | Samsung Galaxy S23: https://www.samsung.com/my/smartphones/galaxy-s23/buy/