Highlights
1. Samsung has accidentally listed the Galaxy S23 FE on its website, hinting at an imminent launch of the device.
2. The Galaxy S23 FE is mentioned under the Galaxy S family of devices that support Samsung Pay in Spain.
3. The addition of the Galaxy S23 FE to Samsung’s website confirms its existence and fills the gap between the Galaxy A series and the flagship Galaxy S series.
4. There are rumors that the Galaxy S23 FE will be unveiled in late September or early October, with Flipkart stating it will arrive before mid-October.
5. Certification listings and leaks have revealed the Galaxy S23 FE’s design and specifications, including a 6.3-inch Dynamic AMOLED 2X display, Snapdragon 8 Gen 1/Exynos 2200 SoC, up to 8GB of RAM, a 50MP primary rear camera, and a 4,500mAh battery.
Samsung Drops Hint at Upcoming Galaxy S23 FE Launch
Samsung has hinted at the nearing launch of the Galaxy S23 FE by adding the unreleased Fan Edition (FE) phone to a list of Galaxy devices compatible with Samsung Pay. While it may have been accidental or premature, the device is still listed on the company’s website, suggesting an imminent unveiling of the long-rumored FE-series phone.
Galaxy S23 FE Mentioned in Samsung Pay Compatibility List
The Galaxy S23 FE was first spotted on the Samsung Pay compatibility list in Spain. It appears at the top of the list, above the regular Galaxy S23 flagships. This addition confirms the existence of the Galaxy S23 FE but does not provide any additional information about the upcoming phone. However, Samsung has already published support pages for the device on some regional websites, further solidifying its release.
Expected Launch Date and Speculations
Although a confirmed launch date is not yet available, there are rumors that Samsung might unveil the phone in late September or early October. Flipkart, an Indian e-commerce platform, has already published a product page for the device, stating that it will arrive before the Indian festive season in mid-October. This suggests that the long wait for the Galaxy S21 FE successor might finally come to an end in a few weeks.
Galaxy S23 FE Specs Confirmed by Certifications
The Galaxy S23 FE has already received regulatory approvals in multiple countries, revealing its design and specifications in detail. The phone will boast a 6.3-inch Dynamic AMOLED 2X display with FHD+ resolution and a 120Hz refresh rate. It will also feature an optical under-display fingerprint scanner.
Powered by the Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 or Exynos 2200 SoC, the device is expected to have up to 8GB of RAM and 256GB of storage. The camera setup includes a 50MP primary rear camera, an 8MP telephoto camera with 3X optical zoom, a 12MP ultrawide lens, and a 10MP selfie camera. The Galaxy S23 FE will be equipped with a 4,500mAh battery with 25W fast charging and will have an IP68 rating for dust and water resistance.
Stay tuned for the official launch of the Galaxy S23 FE.
