Highlights
- Samsung unveils the Galaxy S23 FE, Galaxy Tab S9 FE, S9 FE+, and the Galaxy Buds FE.
- Galaxy S23 FE offers a 6.4-inch Dynamic AMOLED display, 50MP camera, and Snapdragon 778G processor.
- Galaxy Tab S9 FE and S9 FE+ come with Vision Booster tech, IP68 durability, and an included S Pen.
- Galaxy Buds FE promises 8.5 hours of playback, enhanced with ANC.
Samsung has unveiled the newest members of its FE series in the Galaxy ecosystem: the Galaxy S23 FE, Galaxy Tab S9 FE, S9 FE+, and the Galaxy Buds FE.
These devices, launched for the global market, build on Samsung’s reputation for delivering robust designs and advanced technological capabilities.
For individuals considering the Galaxy experience, these FE devices could serve as an ideal introduction to the brand’s flagship offerings.
Samsung Galaxy S23 FE, Tab S9 FE and S9 FE+, Galaxy Buds FE : Pricing and Availability
The Galaxy S23 FE is said to be priced at $599 and will be available exclusively at Samsung.com.
As for the Galaxy Tab S9 FE series is available from $449 and the Galaxy Buds FE is available for $99.
There is currently no word from Samsung about an Indian launch or its pricing.
Samsung Galaxy S23 FE: Features
The Galaxy S23 FE emerges as the latest iteration of Samsung’s iconic S series.
Retaining a floating camera design, it holds an IP68 certification, indicating significant resistance against water and dust.
In a nod to sustainability, Samsung integrated recycled materials into the device and its packaging.
The S23 FE will be available in an array of shades including Mint, Cream, Graphite, and Purple, with exclusive hues of Indigo and Tangerine available only on Samsung’s official site.
Technically, the device features a 6.4-inch Dynamic AMOLED 2X display with a resolution of 2800×1260 pixels and a 120Hz refresh rate.
It boasts a 50MP primary camera with 3X optical zoom, Nightography, VDIS, and OIS.
Under the hood, the device is powered by the Qualcomm Snapdragon 778G processor, paired with up to 12GB RAM (utilising the Extended RAM feature).
Storage can go up to 256GB, and its 4,500mAh battery promises fast charging capabilities — reaching 50 percent in just 30 minutes using a 25W Adapter.
Galaxy Tab S9 FE and S9 FE+: Features
The Galaxy Tab S9 FE and S9 FE+ cater to a diversified audience, spanning from digital creators to the bustling student population.
The Galaxy Tab S9 FE sports a 10.9-inch display, while its counterpart, the S9 FE+, offers a slightly larger 12.4-inch panel.
Both devices utilise the Vision Booster technology, ensuring optimal viewing even in intensely bright conditions.
Both displays have a 90Hz refresh rate and have an option to extend the storage via a microSD card by up to 1TB.
Their IP68 rating reinforces their durability, protecting against potential water and dust damage.
For those keen on colour choices, these tablets will debut in tones of Mint, Silver, Gray, and Lavender.
The highlight of these tablets, the S Pen, an IP68-rated tool, will accompany them right out of the box.
Galaxy Buds FE: Features
Finally, with the Galaxy Buds FE, Samsung has made a statement in the audio segment.
These earbuds are tailored to deliver Samsung’s renowned audio quality, elevated with features such as deep bass and Active Noise Cancellation (ANC).
The design will see variations in two colours at launch: Graphite and White.
For those who prioritize clarity during calls, the three-microphone system, augmented by AI-powered DNN, ensures that the user’s voice remains distinct, eliminating unwanted background noise.
Regarding battery endurance, the Buds FE offer an impressive 8.5 hours of playback, which can be extended to 30 hours with the charging case.
Even with the ANC active, users can expect up to 6 hours of playback, stretching to 21 hours when considering the charging case.
Galaxy S23 FE |
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| Display | 6.4-inch FHD+
Dynamic AMOLED 2X Display Super Smooth, Adaptive 120Hz refresh rate (60~120Hz) |
| *Measured diagonally, actual viewable area is less due to rounded corners and camera hole. | |
| Dimensions & Weight | 76.5 X 158 X 8.2mm, 209g |
| Camera | 12MP Ultra-Wide Camera
· F2.2, FOV 123˚ 50MP Wide Camera · F1.8, FOV 84˚ · Adaptive Pixel 8MP Telephoto Camera · 3x Optical Zoom, F2.4, FOV 32˚ 10MP Front Camera · F2.4, FOV 80˚ |
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AP |
Advanced 4nm Processing |
| *May differ by market and carrier. | |
| Memory
& Storage |
8GB + 128GB
8GB + 256GB |
| *Available storage capacity is subject to preloaded software.
*Memory option may vary by market. |
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| Battery | 4,500mAh |
| * Typical value tested under third-party laboratory condition. Typical value is the estimated average value considering the deviation in battery capacity among the battery samples tested under IEC 61960 standard. Rated (minimum) capacity is 4,370mah. Actual battery life may vary depending on network environment, usage patterns and other factors. | |
| Charging* | Wired charging*: Up to 50% charge in around 30 mins with 25W Adapter**
Fast Wireless Charging 2.0*** Wireless PowerShare**** |
| *Wired charging compatible with QC2.0 and AFC. | |
| **25W Power Adapter sold separately. Use only Samsung-approved chargers and cables. | |
| ***Wireless charging compatible with WPC. | |
| ****Wireless PowerShare is limited to Samsung or other brand smartphones with Qi wireless charging, such as Galaxy S23 Ultra, S23+, S23, Z Fold 5, Z Fold 4, Z Flip4, S22 series, Z Fold3 5G, Z Flip 5, Z Flip3 5G, S21 FE 5G, S21 series, Z Fold2, Note20 series, S20 series, Z Flip, Note10, Note10+, S10e, S10, S10+, Fold, S9, S9+, S8, S8+, S8 Active, S7, S7 edge, S7 Active, S6, S6 edge, S6 Active, S6 edge+, Note9, Note8, Note FE and Note5. Only available with certain Samsung Galaxy wearables such as Galaxy Buds2 Pro, Buds2, Buds Pro, Buds Live, Watch5, Watch5 Pro, Watch4, Watch4 Classic, Watch3, Watch Active2, Watch Active, Gear Sport, Gear S3, Galaxy Watch and Galaxy Buds. If battery power is lower than 30% Wireless PowerShare may not function. May not work with certain accessories, covers, other brand devices or some Samsung wearables. During PowerShare, it may affect call reception or data services, depending on your network environment. | |
| OS | Android 13 |
| Network and Connectivity | 5G*, LTE**, Wi-Fi 6E***, Wi-Fi Direct Bluetooth® v 5.3 |
| *Requires optimal 5G network connection, available in select markets. Check with your carrier for availability and details. Download and streaming speeds may vary based on content provider, server connection and other factors.
**Availability of LTE model varies by market and carrier. Actual speed may vary depending on market, carrier, and user environment. ***Wi-Fi 6E network availability may vary by market, network provider and user environment. Requires optimal connection. Will require a Wi-Fi 6E router. |
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| Security | Samsung Knox, Samsung Knox Vault |
| Water Resistance | IP68 |
| * IP68 Rating: Conducted under lab test conditions. Water resistant in up to 1.5 meters of fresh water for up to 30 minutes and protected from dust, dirt, and sand. Rinse residue/dry after wet. Not advised for beach or pool use. Water and dust resistance of your device is not permanent and may diminish over time. | |
Galaxy Tab S9 / S9 FE+ |
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| Galaxy Tab S9 FE | Galaxy Tab S9 FE+ | ||
| Display | 10.9-inch, LCD
(Up to 90Hz) |
12.4-inch, LCD
(Up to 90Hz) |
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| * Measured diagonally as a full rectangle without accounting for the rounded corners. Actual viewable area is less due to the rounded corners and camera hole. | |||
| Dimensions & Weight | 165.8 x 254.3 x 6.5 mm, 523g (Wi-Fi), 524g (5G) | 185.4 x 285.4 x 6.5 mm, 627g (Wi-Fi), 628g (5G) | |
| Camera | 8 MP Rear Camera
12 MP Ultra-Wide Front Camera |
8 MP + 8MP Ultra-Wide Rear Camera
12 MP Ultra-Wide Front Camera |
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| AP | Octa-Core Processor | ||
| Memory & Storage | 6GB + 128GB
8GB + 256GB |
8GB + 128GB
12GB + 256GB |
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| *Available storage capacity is subject to preloaded software.
*Memory option may vary by market. |
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| Battery | 8,000mAh | 10,090mAh | |
| *Typical value tested under third-party laboratory condition. Typical value is the estimated average value considering the deviation in battery capacity among the battery samples tested under IEC 61960 standard. Actual battery life may vary depending on network environment, usage patterns and other factors. | |||
| *Wired charging compatible with QC2.0 and AFC. | |||
| **45W Power Adapter sold separately. Use only Samsung-approved chargers and cables. | |||
| OS | Android 13 | ||
| Network and Connectivity | 5G*, LTE**, Wi-Fi 6, Wi-Fi Direct Bluetooth® v 5.3 | ||
| *5G services are only supported in 5G network enabled locations. Requires optimal 5G connection. Actual speed may vary depending on market, carrier, and user environment.
**Availability of 5G model varies by market and carrier. *** Wi-Fi 6 network availability may vary by market, network provider and user environment. Requires optimal connection. Will require a Wi-Fi 6 router. |
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| Sound | Dual Speaker by AKG, Dolby Atmos® | ||
| Pen | S Pen (BLE not supported) in-box | ||
| Security | Samsung Knox | ||
| Water Resistance | IP68 | ||
| * IP68 Rating: Conducted under lab test conditions. Water resistant in up to 1.5 meters of fresh water for up to 30 minutes and protected from dust, dirt, and sand. Rinse residue/dry after wet. Not advised for beach or pool use. Water and dust resistance of your device is not permanent and may diminish over time. | |||
| Accessories | S Pen, S Pen Creator Edition
Book Cover Keyboard, Book Cover Keyboard Slim, Smart Book Cover, Outdoor Cover |
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| * S Pen and USB Type-C cable included inbox. Other accessories are available for purchase separately. Availability of third-party cases may vary by market, carrier and retailer. | |||
Galaxy Buds FE |
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| Dimensions & Weight | Earbud: 17.1 x 19.2 x 22.2mm, 5.6g |
| Charging Case: 50.0 x 27.7 x 50.0mm, 40.0g | |
| Speaker | 1-way |
| Microphone | 3 mics (2 outer + 1 inner) |
| Battery Capacity | Earbuds: 60mAh (typical) |
| Charging Case: 479mAh (typical) | |
| *The typical capacity has been tested by Samsung using pre-released version of Galaxy Buds FE. The typical capacity is the estimated average capacity considering the deviation in battery capacity among the battery samples tested under IEC 61960 standard. Actual battery life may vary depending on the network environment, usage patterns, and other factors. | |
| Play Time | Up to 6 hours / Total up to 21 hours (ANC on) |
| Up to 8.5 hours / Total up to 30 hours (ANC off) | |
| *Earbuds provide up to 6hrs play time with ANC on (up to 8.5 hrs with ANC off), while the case provides up to 21 hours of battery life with ANC on (up to 30 hours with ANC off) when the case and earbuds are charged to 100%. Based on internal testing. Audio playback time tested by pairing a pre-production Galaxy Buds FE to a recently released Galaxy smartphone with default settings including ANC on. Actual battery life may vary and depend on network environment, usage patterns, and other factors. | |
| Talk Time | Up to 3.5 hours / Total up to 13h (ANC on) |
| Up to 4 hours / Total up to 14h (ANC off) | |
| *Earbuds provide up to 3.5hrs voice call time with ANC on (up to 4 hrs with ANC off), while the case provides up to 13 hours of battery life with ANC on (up to 14 hrs with ANC off) when the case and earbuds are charged to 100%. Based on internal testing. Voice call time tested by pairing pre-production Galaxy Buds FE to a recently released Galaxy smartphone with default settings including ANC on. Actual battery life may vary and depend on network environment, usage patterns, and other factors. | |
| Connectivity | Bluetooth® 5.2, Auto Switch |
| Codec: Scalable (Samsung Proprietary), AAC, SBC | |
| Sensors | Proximity, Hall, Touch |
| Compatibility | Android 8.0 or higher with more than 1.5GB of RAM |
| *Some features may not be available on non-Samsung devices. Availability may vary by market, carrier or connected devices. | |
FAQs
Ques) What are the distinctive features of the Galaxy S23 FE?
The Galaxy S23 FE offers a 6.4-inch Dynamic AMOLED display, 50MP primary camera, Snapdragon 778G processor, and up to 12GB RAM.
Ques) How do the Galaxy Tab S9 FE and S9 FE+ differ in display sizes?
The Galaxy Tab S9 FE features a 10.9-inch display, while the S9 FE+ offers a 12.4-inch panel.
Ques) What is unique about the Galaxy Buds FE’s audio capabilities?
The Galaxy Buds FE are designed for superior sound quality, complemented by deep bass, Active Noise Cancellation, and a three-microphone system with AI-powered DNN for clearer calls.
Ques) Where can customers purchase the new Galaxy S23 FE?
The Galaxy S23 FE is exclusively available on Samsung’s official website, Samsung.com.