I upgraded to the S21 Ultra from a Note9. I was looking for a phone with a similar size and weight, but with much better camera features. I don't know if this is a software issue, but there are often times with the S21 Ultra where the camera simply does not focus, which is infuriating when trying to capture a candid moment. I never experienced that with the Note9. I've also found that a lot of indoor pics at even 3.0x are splotchy and not at all sharp. Before you ask, yes I did remove the film from the camera lenses after unboxing. I haven't changed the camera settings from the default, so maybe that is where the problem lies.

I love the new phone, still working out the features but very happy with the phone. Great deal with Telstra pushed me into buying it.

The design of the phone is great and there is a lot to like in regards to the screen, camera's 5G etc, however all of this is let down by the battery performance. The marketing of this phone says it has a battery that can last 24 hours, well that is certainly not the case for me. I am luck to make 10 hours and see me through a single working day. This doesn't appear to be the same for everyone as some people online are reporting up to 2 days battery life however it seams pretty hit and miss and Samsung appear to not care if you have any battery life issues.

Samsung’s Galaxy S21 Ultra is more affordable than last year’s flagship, has more cameras, and adds an S Pen: on paper, at least, what’s not to love? Setting the bar for smartphones in 2021, the daddy of the currently three-strong Galaxy S21 family promises more of that monstrously effective Samsung...

Fantastic 120Hz display makes no resolution compromise, 108MP camera is capable of great photos, More affordable than last year's flagship phone, Potent performance and long battery life, S Pen functionality is a welcome addition from Galaxy Note

No microSD, no Samsung Pay MST, and slower charging than the S20 Ultra, 100x Space Zoom still feels like a gimmick, S Pen implementation feels half-hearted

The Galaxy S21 Ultra is a no-holds-barred uber-flagship with sizeable proportions and a high price, but for your money, you get the most uncompromisingly capable smartphone on the market right now

Best camera phone to date, Excellent performance, Lighter than expected, Great battery life, Beautiful display

No charger may irk some, Loss of microSD slot, It’s big, Price

As we’re wrapping up the review, I’m left with quite a few different views on the new S21 series, all depending on the model, with also some value considerations depending on the price you’re able to get the new phones at.

Android phones often try to market specs, with companies throwing everything but the kitchen sink at their flagship phones. But the Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra may be the first phone that’s throwing the right specs at you — right, in the sense that they go a long way in justifying the price.

As mentioned at the beginning, there’s a lot to like about the Galaxy S21 Ultra. Its sticker price is still the main reason why most people stay away, but if you’re a smartphone enthusiast looking for the best Samsung has to offer, this phone will definitely make you smile.

Great Display, Good Battery life, Amazing Cameras, Unique Design

Adriddled Software, Cheaper but still expensive

The Galaxy S21 Ultra is priced at PHP 69,990 for the 12GB + 256GB variant, and PHP 79,990 for the 16GB + 512GB option. Compared to its predecessor, the Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra holds note-worthy upgrades that are perfect for creatives or users with demanding lifestyles—or you just have the budget...

The Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra is definitely one of the most expensive non-foldable flagships on the market. It is €100 cheaper than the Samsung Galaxy S20 Ultra and €50 cheaper than the iPhone 12 Pro Max when those were released.

Daring , bold design, AMOLED WQHD+ 120 Hz screen is sublime, Improved Exynos 2100 chipset, Versatile camera module, Fantastic 10x zoom, Great battery life and performance, Fluid OneUI 3.1 interface is feature-rich

Exynos 2100 does not outperform the Snapdragon 888 SoC, No charger included, No microSD slot, 25-watt fast charging only, S-Pen is nearly redundant, Expensive (although cheaper than the S20 Ultra)