Samsung's Galaxy Note could potentially stage a surprising return.
Samsung's Galaxy Note could potentially stage a surprising return.
Following numerous leaks and whispers, there seemed to be a consensus within the tech community that Samsung was considering abandoning the "Note" title for its prominent power user flagships in favor of the Galaxy S series. The tech giant didn't unveil a Galaxy Note in 2021, and a South Korean report suggested that Samsung was prioritizing foldables over its phablet-sized handsets. We observed this development with a hint of apathy, speculating that the Note had outlived its purpose within the team.
However, a South Korean tipster known as Tron sparked fresh speculations last week by hinting at the possibility of a Galaxy Note 22 debuting in conjunction with the Galaxy S22 series during the first quarter of the coming year. Awkwardly enough, a Chinese version of the phone appeared on Samsung's official website under the model SM-S908U. Another leaker named Snoopy further fueled the rumors by asserting that production was underway in full swing.
In summary, it appears that the Note may not have been canceled entirely, and the Galaxy Note 22 (or S22 Note, as some sources claim) could be around the corner. Regrettably, details regarding the device remain scant. Initially, the smartphone was spotted in a benchmark test, running on the Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 (Qualcomm's upcoming flagship chipset). However, the benchmark results indicated 8GB of RAM, which is less than what was expected. Considering the subpar scores, the validity of these figures is questionable.
Supposedly, Samsung began manufacturing parts for the devices as early as October, with mass production slated for December. If rumors are to be believed, we will likely witness a March 2022 unveiling for this new iteration. It's also worth mentioning that leaker Snoopy suggested Samsung was working on the Galaxy Tab S8, their upcoming high-end Android tablet.
When these devices are eventually released, we anticipate the usual lineup: a standard Galaxy S22, a Galaxy S22 Plus, and an S22 Note/Ultra. Depending on what Samsung ultimately decides, the Note/Ultra will either continue its tradition of supporting the S Pen or break away from it, including a built-in storage slot. While the S21 Ultra boasted compatibility with the S Pen, it failed to include a dedicated slot.
It will be intriguing to observe how Samsung manages to differentiate the Note from its other large-screen counterparts, considering recent trends. Perhaps Samsung's decision to keep the "Note" moniker appended to the device name symbolizes their acknowledgment that their phablets are no longer unique enough to warrant a separate identity. Conversely, maintaining the Note name is a strategy for appeasing loyal fans who are partial to these devices, offering them a powerful, sizeable productivity tool. Whatever Samsung decides to call it, let's hope it's not the Galaxy S22 Ultra Note.
The resurfacing of rumors about the Galaxy Note 22 suggests that technology giant Samsung might not be entirely abandoning its noted phablet series. The potential release of the Galaxy Note 22 during the first quarter of the year, as hinted by multiple leakers, indicates a possible future for this iconic device in the tech landscape.