Since its debut in 2010, the Galaxy S series has brought users closer to the world around them, made their lives easier, and delivered unprecedented mobile experiences with one revolutionary innovation after another.

11 years after its official launch, the series remains as innovative as ever. Join us as we go down memory lane and review all the models in the Galaxy S series.

The first Galaxy S device was announced in 2010 under the banner 'Super Smart'. As the culmination of 20 years of hard work in the mobile industry, Galaxy S introduced three “S”: 'super' applicability to users' life and requirements, the latest version of a Super AMOLED display panel for that time, and a ' super' 9.9mm thick design.

The success of the Galaxy S paved the way for the launch of the Galaxy S2 in 2011, which introduced improvements in build quality. The device was a masterpiece, it was released with an improved Super AMOLED Plus display, as well as the most powerful smartphone processor on the market at the time - Exynos 4 Dual (4210). While the Galaxy S2's 4.27-inch screen was larger than the Galaxy S's 4-inch panel, the device was slimmer than its predecessor, at just 8.49mm thick. In addition, the smartphone camera also introduced a convenient flashlight function.

The gentle curves of the Galaxy S3's crystal stone-inspired design shattered the stereotype that smartphones have sharp edges. The device had a 4.8-inch screen and a removable 2,100mAh capacity battery and introduced a variety of convenient features, including: Smart Stay, which uses the front camera to detect when you're looking at the device and prevents the screen from Turn off; Direct Call, which allows you to call a contact immediately when the phone is held to your ear; and Live Video List, which offers a thumbnail view of video clips in the video player.

Announced a year later, the Galaxy S4 featured a design that resembled a Galaxy S3 with thinner bezels. It only took Samsung six months to sell more than 40 million units of this model. With a weight of 130 grams and a thickness of 7.9mm, the device was thinner and lighter than the Galaxy S3. It also featured a larger screen, measuring 4.99 inches and was the first to be made of scratch-resistant Gorilla Glass 3. In addition to improving smartphone hardware, Samsung introduced key software enhancements in the form of convenient features like Smart Scroll, which allows you to scroll through content by slightly tilting the device forward or backward, and Smart Pause, which allows the video player to pause when you look away from the screen.

Galaxy S5 was an ideal device that did everything a smartphone should, while maintaining the unique design identity of the Galaxy series. It was the first device in the industry to add an ISOCELL camera, making it more useful for recording everyday moments. It was also the first smartphone to feature a heart rate sensor that could be linked with other devices to monitor users' physical condition. Additionally, it was the first Galaxy S model to offer IP67 dust and water resistance, allowing users to stay connected without worrying about rain or splashes damaging their device.

Launched in 2015, the Galaxy S6 marked a new chapter for the series by introducing another innovative design element: its first-of-its-kind display was curved on both sides, providing a unique three-dimensional effect and a smooth experience. more immersive viewing. Made of metal and glass, the device was extraordinarily original and beautiful. The Galaxy S6 models were also the first in the series to support wireless charging and the Samsung Pay service.

Galaxy S7 was introduced as a series that included two different models: Galaxy S7 and S7 Edge. Both had IP68 dust and water resistance and, for the convenience of users, included a slot for Nano SIM and microSD cards up to 200GB. The devices were the first to introduce a dual-pixel image sensor, delivering sharp, clear photos even in low-light conditions. The camera also featured a motion panorama mode, which allowed users to take pictures of wide scenes that could be seen as motion pictures.

2017 was a year in which the Galaxy S underwent significant changes in terms of design and performance.

For starters, the Galaxy S8 series was the first to feature Samsung's edge-to-edge, bezel-less Infinity Display, which introduced a new 18.5:9 aspect ratio. The S8 models were also the first in the series to swap physical keys for on-screen buttons, which accentuated their sleek design, and were the first to feature Samsung's virtual assistant, Bixby, which has proven particularly useful for controlling the device when hands are full. In addition, facial recognition technology made the Galaxy S8 the only smartphone series to offer biometric authentication based on fingerprint, iris, and facial recognition.

Galaxy S8 added a fun new element to users' daily routines by allowing them to interact with Bixby. Then the Galaxy S9 added to that fun by offering a unique user experience that included photos, videos, and emojis. The camera's AR Emoji feature allowed users to create their own augmented reality avatars that could be used to take selfies, while its Super Slow-mo feature allowed users to capture the movement of objects for epic super slow-motion videos. . Other new additions included: support for SmartThings, which turned the smartphone into a convenient remote control for managing connected devices, and Samsung DeX, which allowed using the smartphone or tablet to have a PC-like experience.

The launch of the Galaxy S10 showcased Samsung's commitment to giving consumers the freedom to choose the perfect smartphone for their needs. The series featured four unique models: Galaxy S10, S10e, S10+, and S10 5G. Each with a full Infinity-O display that included a small circular cutout for the front-facing camera; Dynamic AMOLED technology was certified to deliver 100% mobile color volume in the DCI-P3 color gamut. Altogether, the Galaxy S10 introduced a variety of smart features, including Wireless PowerShare, which allows users to use their phone as a wireless charging pad.

By incorporating 5G support into every model, the Galaxy S20 series ushered in a new era for mobile devices. The combination of the series' largest image sensor yet and powerful AI tools ensured sharp photos and videos, while a 120Hz AMOLED display opened the door for more immersive viewing and gaming experiences. In addition, Galaxy S20 Ultra's 108-megapixel professional camera represented a breakthrough in resolution, allowing users to zoom up to 100x to capture moments and details they may have missed. Samsung also enhanced the devices with a secure processor that worked in conjunction with its mobile security platform, Knox, to ensure that user data remained protected, even from advanced hardware attacks.

Galaxy S21 Ultra is the first device in the series to include S Pen support, exclusive to Samsung. The combination of S Pen and S View Flip Cover allows users to get the most out of the experience. Galaxy S21 Ultra is also Samsung's first smartphone to feature dual telephoto lenses offering 10x optical zoom and up to 100x space zoom. Furthermore, with a large 6.8-inch screen, it offers users a more immersive and enriching mobile experience.

The front and back of the device are seamlessly integrated to complete the eye-catching design of the camera. Advanced AI technology makes the Galaxy S21 camera Samsung's smartest yet, enabling features that make every day epic by helping users capture the best photo or video possible. In addition to producing sharper selfies, the technology gives users the ability to take photos like a pro and allows them to enhance their shots with various background effects. Similarly, it also has a new Zoom Lock feature, which offsets the tendency of smartphone users to move the camera when zooming in order to take a high magnification photo. While the new Director's View feature helps users choose the perfect lens for shooting by placing three preview screens below the camera's viewfinder. Thus, users are allowed to capture multiple moments and points of view within the same video, without the need for additional editing.

Other enhancements include: the ability to record 8K video that lasts over an hour, an updated blue light filter, a fingerprint sensor that is larger than the previous model and twice as fast, and a feature that allows users to display websites on almost any device after signing in to their Samsung account.