The Samsung Galaxy S22 is set to launch in Kenya in mid-March. The phone will be available on pre-order from 1st March to 10th March.
The Samsung Galaxy S22 range offers a number of upgrades compared to the Galaxy S21. Some Of the upgrades include a faster processor, improved cameras with better night mode capabilities and a brighter display.
The premium model, the Galaxy S22 Ultra, now has a Galaxy Note-like design. It also comes with an S Pen with a slot for charging the stylus.
A Galaxy S22 pre-order will come bundled with the Galaxy Buds 2 earbuds, which currently sell for Ksh 13,500.
“Samsung has also elevated the design to give Galaxy S22/S22+ a refined and balanced look and feel. The upgraded linear camera setup and sleek camera housing can match the colour of the device’s body for a seamless, distinctly modern design. For those who want the ultimate premium Galaxy phone that can do all this and more, Samsung have created an entirely new Galaxy mobile experience the Galaxy S22 Ultra” Said Mr. Charles Kimari, Head of Mobile Experience Division , Samsung Electronics East Africa. He further added “Samsung introduced its first Ultra smartphone two years ago to represent the absolute best of the best in the Galaxy S line-up. Samsung is pairing the DNA of the S Series with its iconic Galaxy Note to create something entirely new. The S22 Ultra a device that breaks the rules of mobile innovation and is truly a leap forward in mobile technology. Galaxy S22 Ultra sets a bold standard for what a smartphone can be”.
Pricing breakdown
Notably, Samsung will not offer the 128GB versions of the Galaxy S22 series in Kenya at launch. Instead, the only storage option available will be 256GB.
The recommended retail prices for the Galaxy S22 series in Kenya are as follows:
The Samsung Galaxy S22 – Ksh 99,000 (256GB)
The Samsung Galaxy S22 Plus – Ksh 116,999 (256GB)
The Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra – Ksh 159,999 (512GB) and Ksh 148,999 (256GB)
Below are the specifications of the Samsung Galaxy S22.
Samsung Galaxy S22 specifications
| Galaxy S22 | |
|---|---|
| OS | Android 12, One UI 4.1 |
| Display | 6.1-inch 1,080 × 2,340 OLED with 120Hz refresh rate |
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 |
| Storage | 256GB |
| RAM | 8GB |
| Rear camera | 50MP (wide) 12MP (ultrawide) 10MP (telephoto) |
| Front camera | 10MP |
| Connectivity | Wi-Fi 6, Bluetooth 5.2 |
| Ports | USB-C |
| Cellular | 5G |
| Biometrics | Under-display fingerprint reader |
| Battery and charging | 3,700mAh 25W wired charging 15W wireless charging 4.5W reverse charging |
| Water resistance | IP68 |
| Dimensions and weight | 146 x 70.6 x 7.6 mm (168g) |
