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 Samsung Galaxy S21 | S21+ | S21 Ultra 5G - V1, Exynos 2100 | Available in stores

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ChaChaZero
post Jan 18 2021, 10:29 AM

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QUOTE(Nephrite @ Jan 18 2021, 09:59 AM)
I read many post is that we will receive email on the unique code and I totally understand it.

However I just want to check have anyone already receive the unique code email ?

I just worried if some already receive the unique code via email and some did not receive the unique code...

I chat with Samsung, the customer service also cannot give me a confirmation. I have doubts.
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Received it on the 15th of Jan. Didn't preorder anything though.

You just need to register your interest to get it. Check your spam if you received it.

The subject line is "XXXXXXXX, here is your surprise gift!"
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post Jan 18 2021, 10:32 AM

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QUOTE(winkytoe @ Jan 17 2021, 01:44 AM)
I bought from Samsung website and just only found out from this forum that senheng preorder got the charging pad sad.gif

Btw just found out got installment for debit card lol?
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QUOTE(zero_kbom @ Jan 18 2021, 02:12 AM)
Seriously? Doesnt makes sense but tbh tempting if its true
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I don't think you need to worry. Even if you pre-order from the samsung store you'll probably get it as well.

Source: https://www.soyacincau.com/2021/01/16/samsu...s-charger-trio/
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post Jan 18 2021, 11:08 AM

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QUOTE(joeblow @ Jan 18 2021, 10:58 AM)
I gotten answer from Samsung CS.
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"Regarding for the Fit 2 code, you should already be receiving the email on 14th January 2021 parallel with the Galaxy Unpacked 2021 event. Kindly check your spam or junk folder. If you still did not receive the code and proceed with the new pre-order, unfortunately, you will not be getting the GFit 2 since you will need to put the code for redemption on our redemption website on the Galaxy S21 launch day which will be on 29th January 2021.



For the wireless charger trio, you will be receiving it if the pre-order is from Samsung online store. Currently, it is not showing online due to it will be given under mystery gift. Sorry for the confusion caused."
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Good news is that you will get wireless charger trio even though not stated during Checkout. Bad news would be you would either get ANC earphone or Fit2. Also if you never input the code for Fit2 during Checkout for the pre-order, you probably wouldn't get it too. This part is still murky.

This smart tag and the fact US started even to blacklist Xiaomi makes me want to go Samsung. But the non SD chips plus high costs make me think otherwise. Used to have two samsung phone including Note 2. Both broke down within 2 years with no warranty left and repair costs almost same as buying a new phone. Note 2 issue is that infamous memory fault which in China they replace for free even after warranty finished. In Malaysia and Singapore, no such luck. Power of the market base I guess.

ps: No free case too even if cheap rubber case.
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You're supposed to be able to get the Fit2 and the ANC headphones.

The Fit2 redemption code is not applied during the checkout of the preorder. It is applied in a separate page. If you received the Fit2 email with the redemption code, there are instructions in there on how to redeem it.
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post Jan 18 2021, 12:07 PM

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QUOTE(laihuhng @ Jan 18 2021, 11:56 AM)
Did you receive the email after pre-order? Or, even before you pre-order yours?
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Email for the Fit2 comes in before preordering.
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post Jan 18 2021, 04:01 PM

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QUOTE(joey @ Jan 18 2021, 02:52 PM)
But i pre order at senQ,can?
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Probably can. It didn't say you have to pre-order from the Samsung store.

It says "Pre-order any Galaxy S21 blablabla from participating channels".
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post Jan 18 2021, 08:38 PM

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QUOTE(skyp @ Jan 18 2021, 06:37 PM)
S21 sold out on Maxis, i am late for that
End up have to go with S21+
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Difference between S21+ and S21 only this 3?
i)  Bigger screen
ii)  Bigger battery
iii) Non plastic back
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S21+ has Ultra wide band (UWB) that will be used with the Galaxy Smarttag Plus which is not released yet. Don't mistake this for the smart tag that you get for preordering.

It is similar to Bluetooth but has more accurate positioning features. Other people might be able to explain it better but there doesn't seem to be much use for it at the moment.

Only the N20U, S21+ and S21 Ultra has this.
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post Jan 18 2021, 09:03 PM

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QUOTE(ChaChaZero @ Jan 18 2021, 08:38 PM)
S21+ has Ultra wide band (UWB) that will be used with the Galaxy Smarttag Plus which is not released yet. Don't mistake this for the smart tag that you get for preordering.

It is similar to Bluetooth but has more accurate positioning features. Other people might be able to explain it better but there doesn't seem to be much use for it at the moment.

Only the N20U, S21+ and S21 Ultra has this.
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QUOTE(PJng @ Jan 18 2021, 08:58 PM)
Actually what usage of UWB, i search and read also confuse
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No idea too. I've been searching about this for days now. From what I can tell the only use for it now is with the Smarttag Plus. When you try to locate the Smarttag Plus it will be able to give you accurate positioning of where the tag is, from the direction to distance in inches.

Bluetooth has similar functions but it is not able to direct you to whatever you tagged with your Smarttag plus. I can't find any other use for it even though it's not something new.

Can't decide between S21 and S21+ because of UWB. No clue what it can do on future. Also 600 bucks for a bigger battery and .5 inches feels overkill.
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post Jan 18 2021, 10:12 PM

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QUOTE(dawho @ Jan 18 2021, 10:07 PM)
guys can i get some clarification with this...thanks
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Maybe check with HN or see what is written in the T&C of for the redemption.

We wouldn't know since we don't work with HN. The Samsung redemption is pretty clear on how it can be redeemed.
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post Jan 19 2021, 09:23 AM

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QUOTE(mois @ Jan 19 2021, 09:20 AM)
The s21 ultra phantom black is different finish from s21+ phantom black?
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It is the same.

Only the S21 is different from the other 2.
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post Jan 19 2021, 04:28 PM

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QUOTE(wira1979 @ Jan 19 2021, 04:27 PM)
How does the Galaxy Fit2 promo work? I registered and got the e-mail but for the life of me can't figure out if I'm eligible or not.
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If you're eligible for the Fit2 redemption, you will receive an email with the redemption code in it and the steps to redeem it.
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post Jan 21 2021, 09:52 AM

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QUOTE(seruzz2003 @ Jan 21 2021, 09:46 AM)
First time pre-ordering from Samsung Malaysia Online Official website. So excited, dreaming about the phone only lol.

Any experts pre-order before from Samsung? Do they ship out the phones earlier or only on the release date?

Had been using S8 since 2017, decided to finally switch eventhough the lack of micro sd hurts alot. Hopefully can last me 2 years before switching to a newer version with micro sd (and hopefully 3.5mm jack).
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They have never shipped it out early, usually on release date and occasionally delayed a bit after the release date like last year's S20 series.
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post Jan 29 2021, 12:08 PM

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QUOTE(terrytay2009 @ Jan 29 2021, 11:51 AM)
Good for you bro. I'm still waiting..  bangwall.gif
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I think they don't update the Samsung site. Mine shows Processing but I received the DHL SMS that it is out for delivery already.

In the DHL tracking, it shows that the item was already sent out for shipping on the 27th. I think you might be seeing the same thing.

Also I noticed a lot of people here who received their unit early are Ultra buyers. I bought the regular S21 which showed a delivery date of 5th Feb during the preorder.
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post Jan 29 2021, 12:40 PM

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QUOTE(jothisdown @ Jan 29 2021, 12:35 PM)
Did you also receive an email from DHL or Samsung? Cant remember if i provided my phone number when ordering the other day. Thanks
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No email from either Samsung or DHL.

Only received a SMS that it is out for delivery with the DHL tracking number.
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post Feb 1 2021, 02:25 PM

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QUOTE(wkchee95 @ Feb 1 2021, 12:55 PM)
anyone bought s21? Mind to share your SOT?
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QUOTE(UnknownMy @ Feb 1 2021, 01:17 PM)
I wonder too. I think I got see few person ask about this too, but no one seems to reply them... Coz most people here is either buy S21+ or S21 Ultra sweat.gif
Their CS is dreaming, website show that the 8% discount offer is until 03 Feb 2021.
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Attached a screenshot of the battery usage. I received mine on the 29th. I've not been able to completely drain the battery to test the SOT time but based on what I am seeing, it is very solid.

50% battery usage nets about 3 hours of SOT.

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post Feb 1 2021, 02:42 PM

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QUOTE(wkchee95 @ Feb 1 2021, 02:36 PM)
Seems very solid compared to s20! Thanks for the info!

Btw do you facing any overheating issue?
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No, so far I have not felt any obvious temperature increase. I'm using the Spigen Liquid Air case which isn't that thin either.

The only time it felt warm when I was using super quick charge while installing apps and transferring data over from my old phone.
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post Feb 1 2021, 05:37 PM

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QUOTE(PJng @ Feb 1 2021, 05:03 PM)
Sorry some out of topic, does latest bud got storage that can save mp3 song? I don see samsung mention it
Like old bud got 4GB can listen mp3 without connect to phone
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No, the Buds/+/Live/Pro all do not come with internal storage.

The only one that had that was the IconX.
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post Feb 2 2021, 11:02 AM

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QUOTE(Max2006 @ Feb 2 2021, 10:58 AM)
You attached to your S8 for too long. S8 is a small phone, and small phone will always get sharper resolution compared to large phone. You should buy the small S21 instead. But it's too late to regret now. I can only suggest you to get rid of your S8. Sell it or give it to your family members or keep it in your drawer. Don't look at it. It may sound extreme but it's the most effective way to help you adapt to your new phone.
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Don't think the S21 will make a difference for him. It is still about 100+ PPI difference between S8 to S21.

It is very difficult to satisfy someone who puts a lot of emphasis on PPI. I've known a few people who are overly sensitive to the screen as well. They ended up switching to some other phone.
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post Feb 2 2021, 04:13 PM

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QUOTE(Koki @ Feb 2 2021, 03:03 PM)
Hellooooo I am here to drop a picture then disappear again lol
This shot is completely handheld.

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Is it possible to take one of the sun too?
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post Feb 2 2021, 05:40 PM

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QUOTE(derict @ Feb 2 2021, 05:32 PM)
How come you guys already received your set? I ordered from Samsung (online) direct but status still in processing. **SAD
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When and what model did you order?

For the first time ever, I received a preorder from Samsung way ahead of it's advertised date. The S21 was stated to ship on the 5th of Feb and I got it on the 29th.
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post Feb 3 2021, 10:22 AM

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QUOTE(bernardryan @ Feb 3 2021, 10:19 AM)
Anyone got like a lose mechanism in the phone? If  you slightly shake the phone, seems like got something moving inside. S21 user here.

Should return or its normal?

Photos all still very good... Is there a way to test the OIS if its functioning well? I used the 30x zoom and locked on to a building, and took a pretty alright picture...
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Nothing loose inside. That little rattling sound is the camera OIS. All phones with OIS has that sound.

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