I currently own an iPhone 14 Pro Max, and it’s the only type of phone I’ve ever had. But now, I’m really drawn to the customization options and sharp design of the Samsung S24 Ultra. The deal for a trade-in is great, and I’m considering making the switch.
Do you think I should wait for the S25 Ultra, or is it okay to go ahead and get the S24 now?
The S24 Ultra is a solid phone, but the S25 Ultra will likely be an improvement. If you can wait, I think it would be worth it.
Bay said:
The S24 Ultra is a solid phone, but the S25 Ultra will likely be an improvement. If you can wait, I think it would be worth it.
It might not be a huge leap, but it’s always good to think about future options.
@Harlem
Yeah, I should’ve been clearer. I mean, the new chip and battery upgrades will make a big difference in performance. At least for tech lovers like me.
Bay said:
The S24 Ultra is a solid phone, but the S25 Ultra will likely be an improvement. If you can wait, I think it would be worth it.
Better? Not really. Samsung has been repeating the same design with small tweaks for years. It’s all about small improvements every year.
I like my S23 Ultra, but honestly, Samsung isn’t leading the pack right now.
@Uma
Sorry about the confusion! I wasn’t talking about the design, but the performance bump with the new chip.
Bay said:
@Uma
Sorry about the confusion! I wasn’t talking about the design, but the performance bump with the new chip.
Yeah, you’re right. The real improvement is in efficiency, and the Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 chip already handles everything smoothly.
Bay said:
The S24 Ultra is a solid phone, but the S25 Ultra will likely be an improvement. If you can wait, I think it would be worth it.
I agree, waiting for the S25 Ultra sounds like a good plan. If it doesn’t turn out as expected, you can always go for the S24 Ultra. More choices are never a bad thing.
If you wait, at least you’ll be able to compare the two. When the S25 Ultra is out, the deals for the S24 Ultra will probably be better, so waiting could save you some money. But if you want the S24, I don’t think it’s a bad choice either.
The S25 Ultra will likely be just another small upgrade, like we see every year with every brand. It really depends on what you’re willing to spend.
The S24 Ultra will be much cheaper right now with holiday deals, but the S25 Ultra will come with some promotions like storage upgrades and credit offers, but you’ll pay more for it.
If you want the S24 Ultra, don’t wait. The best deals are going to end soon once the new model hits the market. After that, the S24 deals will be harder to come by.
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