Local media and tech influencers have fallen in-love with the Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra, including two of South Africa’s most-followed technology influencers Hayleigh Chamberlain and Grant Hinds. Hayleigh Chamberlain, is the women behind the YouTube Channel – Hayls World. She is the number #1 Top Tech YouTuber in South Africa and is ranked in the Top 30 YouTube channels in South Africa with over 712 thousand subscribers. Grant Hinds is celebrated YouTube marketer, gaming guru and TV show tech contributor for media outlets such as Expresso, GQ magazine and Good Hope FM. Hayleigh, along with Grant Hinds¹ described the Galaxy S21 Ultra as “The single most all-in-one content creation device I have ever used! “.

“Do things that other phones can’t”

The Galaxy S21 Ultra 5G represents a clear and remarkable evolution in smartphone technology including the fastest processer in a Galaxy device with remarkable battery performance. Hayleigh and Grant praised these features and the fact that the device has Galaxy’s best camera and video technology all in one device. We already know that the S21 Ultra’s 108MP camera is one of the highest resolution cameras you can get on a smartphone right now and its underlying HDR technology helps the enormous sensor capture pictures with amazing color and lighting. Off the bat, Grant was quick to note the incredible processing power made possible by the new Exynos 2100 processer. He believes that now, editing and video is better than it has ever been. This enhancement can be effortlessly used to harness the power of the 5 Galaxy S21 Ultra 5G cameras, which he describes as ‘arguably the most cameras on a phone.” In fact, he describes the camera technology, including the whopping 108MP resolution as being able to “do things that other phone cameras simply cannot do.”

“This is where the magic happens”

Hayleigh was enthralled by the Directors View feature which already a firm favourite amongst content creator in South Africa. She described it as the feature where the magic happens. This impressive technology is a game-changer for anyone who wants to take their content to another level. It lets you see, switch, and select the best shot to tell your best story. You can capture video with the front and rear cameras at once for real-time reactions with Vlogger View, and preview or change the angle, zoom or go wide without losing any action with Live Thumbnails. Paired with Samsung’s new Galaxy Buds Pro, you can capture both ambient sounds and your voice at the same time using multiple mic recording. She described another popular feature, Single Take, as simply ‘crazy’. This intelligent feature harnesses the power of AI and allows you to capture a variety of still and video formats with one tap. Hayleigh was captivated by the fact that you can film one-15 second scene and receive a group of alternate photos and videos – automatically. Her range of “endless” options created on a skateboarded scene she created, proves the point.

“The most complete content creation device ever made”

Grant was enormously excited by the creativity the device gives you – describing it as “a DSL-like camera experience”. This includes the introduction of RAW images, which gives both amateur and professional photographers even greater control over image treatment option. This is a ringing endorsement from an acclaimed content creator who seeks the best possible results.  Both Hayleigh and Grant were impressed by the Galaxy S21 Ultra 5G’s ability to grab crystal clear images from your 8K video footage, which is the highest possible video resolution available on a smartphone. This means you can film an epic scene and then select moments in 33K crystal clear high-resolution photos. While Hayleigh spoke with great enthusiasm about the Galaxy S21 Ultra 5G’s most prominent and pioneering features, she also noted additional fun features such as the ability to create a personalised video scene tailored to the person who is calling. She clearly loved the feature as she showcased it in her trademark effervescent manner.

Grant emphasised how much the power to edit photo or even documents, has on a smartphone’s value to the user. He therefore highlighted the Galaxy S21 Ultra 5G’s S Pen capabilities. This empowers you to draw, take notes, edit photos or even take a picture with the device set up from a distance. The S Pen compatibility means you can finesse and fine-tune while editing your videos down to the last frame, with the precision that your finger simply can’t touch.

Both clearly agreed that the Galaxy S21 Ultra 5G is undeniably the greatest Galaxy yet or as Grant Hinds says, “the most complete content creation device ever made”.

You can view both Hayleigh and Grant’s videos below.

¹https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lMeOpW8anRs

²https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=R5LhNGUquQw

Thanks to the improved Single Take feature on the Galaxy S21 series, you can take a series of epic photos and videos with just a single press of the shutter button.

Find out how to activate Single Take and get incredible photo and video cuts in this video.

The days of having one smartphone for photos and another for video are over. Galaxy S21 5G does it all.Recently, many of us have been using video in a way we never did before. Content creators are searching for video that is broadcast quality and in our daily lives, we all want to create unique and captivating snapshots of memorable moments. Samsung has responded to this need by creating the Galaxy S21 5G. Cutting-edge design and intense research went into designing a smartphone that can effortlessly capture the magic of a once-in-a-lifetime moment like a baby’s first steps.

Even for those who want to ensure their personal brand is captured in stunning and unique detail, Galaxy S21 is a pocket photographer that showcases you and your stories in fascinating new ways.

Galaxy S21 5G is SPECsational

Before we get to all incredible new things you can now do with the Galaxy S21 5G, here are some of the specs that will grab your attention.

• Both the Galaxy S21 5G and S21+ 5G boast a triple rear camera consisting of 12MP ultra-wide, 12MP wide, 64MP telephoto lens, and 10 MP front camera.
• The S21 5G Ultra has a powerful quad-camera that features 108MP wide, 12MP ultra-wide, two 10MP zoom lenses, and a 40MP front camera.

Outstanding new features

Your Galaxy S21 5G camera experience isn’t only focused on hardware upgrades. Samsung has augmented your experience with enhanced software features including:

8K Video Snap – This innovative feature lets you grab crystal clear images from your 8K video footage, so you can capture all the live-action and get standout still shots every time you hit record. This means you can film an epic scene, for example of a bungee jump off Bloukrans, and then select moments as crystal clear high-resolution photos– ready to share.

New Director’s View – This impressive feature is a game-changer for anyone who wants to take their content to another level. It lets you see, switch, and select the best shot to tell your best story. You can capture video with the front and rear cameras at once for real-time reactions with Vlogger View, and preview or change the angle, zoom or go wide without losing any action with Live Thumbnails. Paired with Samsung’s new Galaxy Buds Pro^[1], you can capture both ambient sounds and your voice at the same time using multiple mic recording^[2]. That means you can set up Galaxy S21 5G in Pro Video Mode on a tripod and use Buds Pro as your voice mic, so you can step away and record speech, movement and background sound in crisp quality. It’s instant control and magic.

Single Take^[3] – This intelligent feature harnesses the power of AI and allows you to capture a variety of still and video formats with one tap. It has been enhanced with new pro-style video settings like Highlight Video and Dynamic Slow-Mo, which lets you focus on the most compelling action in stunning stills and highlight reels. Basically, film one scene and receive a group of alternate photos and videos – automatically. Nobody needs to know how much the AI helped.

S- Pen – The Galaxy S21 5G Ultra also includes the capability to use the Galaxy Note series’ famous S Pen¹ for the first time. This empowers you to draw, take notes, edit photos or even take a picture with the device set up from a distance. The S Pen compatibility means you can finesse and fine-tune while editing your videos down to the last frame, with the precision that your finger simply can’t touch. You’ll wonder how you ever got by without it.

It’s epic and its stunning

This is clearly smartphone technology designed for any skill level. For pros, it may be a reason to ditch the traditional camera and tripod bag. You can rather use and admire one beautiful device. Galaxy S21 5G was designed for those who want a light design and compact 6.2-inch display^[4]. Galaxy S21+ 5G sports an expanded 6.7-inch display and a larger battery, perfect for marathon gamers and binge-watchers^[5]. Galaxy S21 Ultra is the largest member of the Galaxy S21 series with a 6.8-inch Dynamic AMOLED 2X display – it’s a device that is packed with the best of all the series innovations.

The Galaxy S21 5G series introduces an all-new, iconic Contour Cut Camera housing that seamlessly blends into the device’s metal frame for a sleek, yet striking, aesthetic. The series will be available in a range of eye-catching colours, including a new signature colour: Phantom Violet. And each device is coated with a luxurious haze finish on the back for a sophisticated look and feel.

Picture-perfect Value

Galaxy fans who want to purchase a Galaxy S21 can now make full use of Samsung’s popular trade-in programme. You could get up to R10 000 back from your older device until 28 February 2021. In addition, if you decide to purchase the Galaxy S21 5G range through the Samsung Online Store or a Samsung branded store, you could receive an extra R3000 off^*. Samsung is also rewarding those who trade-in with the chance to win R10 000 each month until November 2021.

Samsung Care+, the popular accidental damage protection service plan exclusive to Galaxy smartphones offers even more value to your Galaxy S21 5G purchase. From now until 31 March 2021, you can purchase your Galaxy S21 5G and get Samsung Care+ from as little as R499 once-off – which includes 2 screen repairs over 24 months.

*Value of discount off will vary based on the quality of the pre-owned device submitted for trade-in
**Terms and conditions apply. Samsung Care+ R499 available until 31 March 2021

¹S Pen sold separately.
²The feature is available on Galaxy smartphones or tablets with One UI 3.1 or above, which can be turned on and off in the Bluetooth® setting. Requires the same Samsung account to be registered on the devices. The availability of the feature may vary by application.
³Display Single Take captures images and video up to 15 seconds.
⁴Display measurements are diagonal, and actual viewable area is less due to rounded corners and camera hole.
⁵Display measurements are diagonal, and actual viewable area is less due to rounded corners and camera hole.