Samsung Galaxy A35 review. Review of the camera, hardware, software, battery, design, screen and charging speed of Samsung Galaxy A35 phone.
Review of Samsung Galaxy A35, price, and specifications
Introduction
Samsung unveiled a new member of the Galaxy A series at the Galaxy S24 premiere. The Galaxy A35 and Galaxy A55 build on the positive reception of their predecessors, bringing updated design, performance, and cameras. Today, we will review the Galaxy A35 in detail.
The new Samsung Galaxy A35 is very similar to the Galaxy A34. As you can imagine, there are only a handful of upgrades, and they weren’t meant to tempt Galaxy A34 owners to switch, but more to attract new or existing Samsung users with much older phones.
So, the Galaxy A35 starts with a new and updated dual-glass design and a more durable Gorilla Glass Victus+ front panel. This phone has IP67 standards for resistance to dust and water and is available in different and attractive colors. The display remains the same as the Galaxy A34 – a 6.6-inch Super AMOLED with 1080p resolution and a 120Hz refresh rate.
The Galaxy A35 brings the same chip we saw in the Galaxy A54 – the Exynos 1380 5G, so in a way it could be a good replacement for the A54.
The cameras haven’t changed much from the Galaxy A34 – a high-resolution main camera, an 8-megapixel ultra-wide camera, a 5-megapixel macro, and a 13-megapixel selfie shooter. There is, however, a new main camera, a 50MP OIS shooter up from the A34’s 48MP.
Another new feature in the Galaxy A35 is support for Wi-Fi 6 networks.
Galaxy A34 is equipped with a 5000 mAh battery with support for 25W fast charging. It runs on Android 14 with One UI 6.1.
Samsung Galaxy A35 specifications at a glance:
Body: 161.7×78.0x8.2mm, 209g; Glass front (Gorilla Glass Victus+), plastic frame, glass back; IP67 dust/water resistant (up to 1 meter for 30 minutes).
Screen: 6.60 inches Super AMOLED, 120 Hz, 1000 nits (HBM), resolution 1080x2340px, aspect ratio 19.5:9, 390ppi; The display is always on.
Front camera: 13 MP, f/2.2, (wide), 1/3.06 inch, 1.12 µm.
Videography: Rear camera: 4K@30fps, 1080p@30/60fps, gyro-EIS. Front camera: 4K@30fps, 1080p@30fps.
Battery: 5000 mAh; 25 watts wired
Connectivity: 5G; hybrid of two SIM cards; Wi-Fi 6; BT 5.3; NFC.
Other specifications: fingerprint reader (under the display, optical); stereo speakers; Virtual proximity sensor
The Galaxy A34 has a full spec sheet and no glaring omissions. However, it’s pretty close to the Galaxy A54’s feature set, so it remains to be seen if there are enough specs to set this new model apart.
Unboxing Samsung Galaxy A35
The slim and lightweight cardboard box of the Galaxy A35 contains the handset and a 3A USB Type-C to Type-C passive docking cable.
The Galaxy A35 supports 25W wired fast charging, but if you don’t have a compatible USB-PD power adapter, you’ll need to purchase one, as there’s no charger in the box.
Design, build quality, handling
The Galaxy A35 is similar to many of the recent Galaxy A phones. The look of the phone has been perfected over the past few years and has stood the test of time. Also, the A series phones are instantly recognizable.
The Galaxy A35 is a dual-glass smartphone with a plastic frame, meaning the glass back panel has been upgraded since the Galaxy A34. The front panel has also been improved, as it’s now a Victus+ Gorilla Glass sheet that’s gone over the GG5. Both panels are smooth and glossy. Color options include ice blue, lilac, lime, and navy.
On the front, there is a 6.6-inch Super AMOLED display with a resolution of 1080p+ and a refresh rate of 120 Hz. It’s the same panel as the Galaxy A34, with a small rounded notch and fairly thick but uniform bezels.
The fingerprint sensor under the display is optical and works well and fast.
The frame is made of thick plastic and is also smooth but with a matte finish. Here’s a small twist – the power and volume controls now sit on a slightly raised surface, which we thought was unnecessary at first, but we have to admit it makes for a better experience.
There are no ugly or messy camera bumps on the Galaxy A35. Samsung calls its camera design “flowing” because the three protruding rings seem to literally flow on calm waters.
And when it comes to water resistance, the Galaxy A35 is IP67 rated for protection against dust and water, just like most Galaxy A phones today.
The Galaxy A35 offers stereo speakers, and it’s a hybrid setup – the phone acts as one speaker, while there’s another full speaker on the bottom of the phone.
Here are the sides of the Galaxy A35. You can see two symmetrical microphones at the bottom and a third microphone at the top of the phone.
Samsung Galaxy A35
The Galaxy A35 is a solid and well-built smartphone. Holding this phone gives you a special sense of security. It’s gained 10 grams since the Galaxy A34, probably due to new updates, but the extra weight isn’t noticeable. Overall, we are satisfied with our experience. Our only recommendation is to have a lighter color. Otherwise, fingerprints and smudges on those glass panels will be much more obvious.
Display
The Samsung Galaxy A35 uses the same display as the Galaxy A34 – a 6.6-inch Super AMOLED display with 2340 x 1080 pixels (390ppi), 120Hz refresh rate, 8-bit color depth, and a maximum brightness of up to 1000 nits. There is no official HDR certification.
We’ve completed our display measurements on the Galaxy A35 and they match the A34 and A54. Our manual peak brightness was 441 nits, while our automatic peak brightness was 1024 nits.
The minimum brightness in the white point was only 1.5 nits.
The Galaxy A35 supports both DCI-P3 and sRGB color spaces.
Refresh Rate
The AMOLED screen of the Galaxy A35 supports a refresh rate of 120 Hz. There are two Motion Smoothness modes – Adaptive and Standard.
Adaptive mode reduces the refresh rate to 60Hz when the screen is fixed/idle/AOD and for HRR incompatible apps like camera and maps.
HDR and streaming
The Galaxy A35 isn’t listed as an HDR10-capable device, so some popular streaming apps like Netflix only offer standard Full HD content. On the other hand, YouTube offers HDR10 playback on the A35, removing screen limitations when playing HDR10 content. It can decode HDR10, HDR10+, and HLG content, but no Dolby Vision. It is also certified for the highest possible Widevine L1 DRM.
Battery Life
The Galaxy A35 is powered by a 5000 mAh battery. We expected the battery life to be similar to the Galaxy A54, but we were surprised to find it scored better!
The Galaxy A35 scored 12:26 hours of active use. It performed great in the call test, video test, and even gaming, but the web time is somewhat average.
Charging Speed
The entire Samsung Galaxy A series supports fast wired charging up to 25W, and so does the Galaxy A35. As usual, this phone is shipped without a charger. You can use any 25W PD+PPS charger, as it reaches the maximum charging power supported by the phone.
We did our charging test with Samsung’s own 25W PD/PPS charger.
It charged 26% of the Galaxy A35’s battery in 15 minutes, while it reached 52% in another 15 minutes. Full charging requires 86 minutes.
This charging speed is in line with other 25W capable Galaxy A phones we’ve tested so far.
A battery protection option is available – if enabled, it adjusts the charging behavior in different ways, so it can increase the overall life of the cell.
Speakers
The Galaxy A35 has a hybrid stereo speaker system where the phone acts as a second speaker. Naturally, the headphones are quieter and lack impact, but they are forward and the overall sound balance is very good.
The Galaxy A35’s speakers scored well in our loudness test. The sound quality is excellent – we can hear bass, rich vocals, and high-frequency presentation.
The Galaxy A35 has Dolby Atmos support as well as built-in UHQ upscaling and a basic equalizer.
Connectivity
Galaxy A35 is a 5G device with SA/NSA Sub-6 support in both nano SIM slots simultaneously. This phone also supports eSIM. GPS (without L5), GALILEO, GLONASS, BDS, and QZSS are supported for positioning.
Local connectivity is covered by dual-band Wi-Fi 6 ax as well as Bluetooth 5.3 with LE support. NFC is available in some markets. Be sure to check with your local dealer. However, there is no FM radio or 3.5mm audio jack.
The USB Type-C port is supported by a standard USB 2.0 data connection with a maximum transfer speed of 480 Mbps. There is USB Host/OTG support but nothing fancy like video output in Alt mode.
In terms of sensors, you get a TDK InvenSense ICM42632M accelerometer and gyroscope combo, an Asahi Kasei Microdevices AK09918C magnetometer and compass combo, a Sitronix STK31610 light sensor. There is no barometer on the plane.
As for the proximity sensor, the phone is reported to have a Samsung-branded ProToS or Ear Hover Proximity Sensor. This is one of Samsung’s virtual proximity sensors and it works like this. This means there are no hardware proximity sensors and no data is reported to non-native applications. However, the A35 does a decent job of automatically turning off the screen during a call via a software approximation using the device’s other sensors. Regardless, it’s a little disappointing to see a virtual proximity sensor on the A35.
Android 14 with One UI 6.1 user interface
The Galaxy A35 runs Samsung’s One UI 6.1 on top of the latest Android 14. Technically, this is the latest version of One UI that the Korean giant has come up with and it’s the same version that runs on the flagship S24 series, with some omissions.
You might be surprised, but Samsung’s new Galaxy AI is also missing from the A35. It still belongs to the S24 family and will soon be available for some older flagship devices as well. Another thing that Samsung has yet to extend to its lower-end models is the seven-year software support.
It’s not all bad as the Galaxy A35 is eligible for four years of core firmware updates and five years of security patches. It’s definitely better than other lesser Galaxy phones like the A15 5G.
Some of the notable innovations of One UI 6 include the fast-designed panel, better notification visualization, improved and simplified camera app, and more powerful editing and gallery tools, etc.
The Galaxy A35 has a full version of One UI 6.1. You get the same general UX and even more features of the Galaxy S series. The A35 even has an always-on display.
The good news for all Galaxy users is that the list of software features reserved for flagships has dwindled in recent years and now includes niche items like Samsung DeX.
Everything else is a normal UI – lock screen, home screen, widgets and icons, theme management, multitasking (available in both popup and split-screen modes), and default apps.
You can read more details about OneUI 6 in our Galaxy A25 review.
Unfortunately, there’s no FM radio support on the Galaxy A35, so no FM apps here.
Benchmarks and performance
The Galaxy A35 is based on Samsung’s Exynos 1380 chip – a familiar piece of silicon that is now effectively “checking in” for this generation as it previously powered last year’s Galaxy A54 and its “derivatives” – the Galaxy F54 and M54. . . It is not a bad chip in itself. It offers 5G connectivity and modern communication features such as Bluetooth 5.3 and dual-band Wi-Fi 6.
However, don’t expect too much from raw performance. The CPU setup includes four Cortex-A78 cores clocked at up to 2.4GHz and another four Cortex-A55 cores clocked at up to 2.0GHz. The GPU is a 950 MHz Mali-G68 MP5 unit.
The Galaxy A35 is available in three storage and memory options – 6GB/128GB, 8GB/128GB, and 8GB/256GB.
Our review unit is the base 6/128GB version, and the storage benchmark speeds show that it uses UFS 2.1 chips.
Let’s take a look at some benchmark numbers and kick things off with the CPU and GeekBench tests. The Exynos 1380 is a very “average” chip when it comes to single-threaded performance.
It’s interesting to note that Samsung squeezed a bit more performance out of the chip compared to the same silicon that powers the Galaxy A54, but the difference won’t be noticeable in practice.
Overall, the Exynos 1380 has about the same single-core power as the Dimensity 1080 and 7030, and the Snapdragon 7s Gen 2.
The Exynos 1380 seems to perform even better in multi-core scenarios. It’s still on par with the Snapdragon 7s Gen 2, but significantly better than the Dimensity 1080 and 7030. Again, the differences aren’t enough to translate into real-world performance benefits.
When it comes to the Dimensity 7200 and its variants, it makes up for a lot by running a Mali-G610 MC4 GPU, which is much more powerful than the Mali-G68 MP5 inside the Exynos 1380. AnTuTu reflects this well with its combination set. From the tests, however, the Exynos 1380 is quite competitive with its price peers.
That being said, you can certainly get much “bigger” in terms of raw performance in the price range with a Dimensity 720-equipped phone as we mentioned earlier or even here, the Poco X6. Pro is in a league of its own with its Dimensity 8300 Ultra.
GPU-wise, the Mali-G68 MP5 setup is quite decent, but nothing to write home about. It offers mid-range performance in its price class. Again, it can be compared to the Snapdragon 7s Gen 2 and the Dimensity 1080 and 7030.
As we mentioned earlier, the Dimensity 7200 offers much better graphics performance at a roughly similar price point, aside from the likes of the Google Tensor G2 and the Snapdragon 7+ Gen 2.
In more practical terms, the Galaxy A35 runs smoothly and without lag. We hope this continues to be the case with long-term use, as we’ve seen some of Samsung’s mid-range and low-end phones slow down with long-term use.
However, overall, at the time of the review, the Galaxy A35 offered quite a decent performance for its class.
Thermal-throttling
The Galaxy A35 handles heat quite masterfully. The Exynos 1380 doesn’t run very hot, to begin with, but whatever heat is generated doesn’t seem to have much of an effect on sustained performance, even in an hour’s worth of testing.
Thermal-throttling
The surface of the phone is also quite comfortable to the touch and remains lukewarm at worst.
New triple camera setup
The Galaxy A35’s camera setup seems to have changed compared to the Galaxy A34, as the main camera is now 50MP instead of 48MP.
This main camera had us a bit confused as the phone reports it’s based on Samsung’s ISOCESS S5KGN8 sensor, and we couldn’t find any mention of this camera sensor model online. It seems to have the same sensor size as the A34.
It was not so easy to discover information about the other two cameras of the Galaxy A35. In fact, we still don’t know exactly what sensor the macro uses.
At least the selfie camera is a well-documented ISOCELL (S5K) 3L6 unit that can actually shoot 4K@30fps video – a rare feat in this price range.
The camera app is what you find on every Samsung phone these days. You only get Pro mode on the main camera, while Night mode can be used on the main, ultra-wide, and selfie cameras.
Image quality in daylight
Main camera
The main camera of the Galaxy A35 takes band photos with a resolution of 12.5 megapixels by default. These generally offer very good quality. There is plenty of detail in the frame and very little artificial sharpness. In fact, Samsung’s processing seems so “quiet” that there are even tiny hints of noise on things like flat surfaces. It creates a very natural look.
The colors aren’t particularly oversaturated either. They aren’t exactly what we would call “true to life” and have a little extra “pop” but nothing remarkable. Full mature processing is well-rounded with what we call excellent dynamic range and contrast.
Samsung Galaxy A35: 12.5MP main camera samples
The main camera also handles people and faces quite competently. Skin texture and skin tone both look very natural. Our only real complaint when shooting people is that the autofocus can sometimes miss the subject slightly, resulting in softer faces. To avoid that, be sure to take some pictures.
Photos taken in portrait mode are decent, but nothing to call home. Detection and separation of the subject are often high and not accurate.
Samsung Galaxy A35: 12.5MP main camera portrait examples
You can force the main camera to shoot at full 50MP resolution. While the results aren’t much different compared to regular 12.5MP photos, we like the extra detail in the photo. Also, the dynamic range is a bit better in these shots, especially in areas like the sky.
Samsung Galaxy A35: 50MP main camera samples
The Galaxy A35 lacks a dedicated telephoto camera, but the main camera still has plenty of resolution to take 2x zoom shots. These shots are slightly softer than their 1x counterparts, but otherwise, they have pretty much the same quality features.
Samsung Galaxy A35: 12.5MP main camera samples with 2x zoom
Ultra-wide camera
The 8-megapixel ultra-wide camera isn’t spectacular by any means, but it delivers good performance for its class. We are pleased with the amount of detail in the frame. Contrast and dynamic range are both good. The colors are well coordinated with the original camera.
Samsung Galaxy A35: 8MP ultra-wide camera samples
We wish there was autofocus on the ultra-wide camera so it could work as a macro shooter.
Macro camera
On the plus side, the Galaxy A35 has a dedicated 5MP macro camera. It certainly has its limitations, such as resolution and the fact that focus is fixed. However, the focal plane is very deep and forgiving.
We definitely like the overall quality of these photos. Again, they’re nothing to call home, but they’re certainly serviceable.
Samsung Galaxy A35: 5MP macro camera samples
Selfie camera
The 13-megapixel selfie camera creates solid photos indoors and outdoors. Depending on which crop level you choose, you’ll either end up with photos below 9 megapixels or photos below 13 megapixels. Here you get fixed focus, but the focal plane accommodates shooting at different distances.
Faces appear sharp and detailed. The skin color is beautiful and natural. Maybe with just a little extra saturation, but nothing too much.
Samsung Galaxy A35: 13MP selfie camera samples
Camera quality in low light
The main camera takes good but not impressive photos in low light. The detail is there and you get a very wide dynamic range.
Both shadows and highlights are well-developed. Light sources, in particular, are not heavily reconstructed, creating a more natural appearance.
Colors also look nice in night shots, though a bit saturated. There is practically no noise.
Samsung Galaxy A35: 12.5MP main camera examples in low light
The A35 has an automatic night mode that does a great job and is constantly activated on its own. There’s also a dedicated night mode that averages slightly slower shooting times and takes a bit more image processing. Photos look a little sharper and more contrasty. We cannot necessarily say that we prefer one mode over another.
Samsung Galaxy A35: night mode examples of the 12.5-megapixel main camera
At 2x zoom, photos from the main camera are quite comparable in quality to their 1x counterparts.
Samsung Galaxy A35: 12.5MP main camera samples with 2x zoom in low light
Ultrawide camera photos are very soft and noisy. Dynamic range is decent and light sources are fairly well controlled for this type of camera.
Samsung Galaxy A35: 8MP ultra-wide camera examples in low light
Activating night mode in ultra-wide mode once again boosts contrast a bit but doesn’t really do much else.
Samsung Galaxy A35: night mode examples of the 8-megapixel ultra-wide camera
Low-light selfies are good but very soft. There is not much problem with creating skin texture. Night mode doesn’t help at all either.
Samsung Galaxy A35: 13-megapixel selfie camera examples in low light
Video quality
The Galaxy A35 can shoot videos at a maximum speed of 4K@30fps with its main camera. But it is interesting that only in 1x zoom. 2x video zoom from the main camera is limited to 1080p. The ultra-wide camera is also expected to be limited to Full HD video recording. As a rather pleasant surprise, the selfie camera can also do 4K@30fps, which isn’t very common, especially on more affordable devices.
By default, A35 videos are saved in a standard AVC/h.264 video stream with 48kHz stereo audio in an MP4 container. You can choose to do HEVC/h.265 instead and save some space. In 4K, the bit rate is about 48 Mbps. At 1080p, you get about 17 Mbps.
4K video from the main camera is very good, especially for the class. Details could be better, but there is no shortage either. Colors are a bit oversaturated for our taste, but still look good. Dynamic range and contrast are both excellent. As we mentioned, videos with 2x zoom are only recorded at 1080p and look very soft in comparison.
Video sample playlist
Full HD videos from Ultrawide are very sharp and processed. It’s very aggressive and we don’t like the way it looks.
On the plus side, selfie videos look great, with plenty of detail and well-defined facial features. As with other cameras, the colors here are a bit oversaturated. There is also some noise, but nothing too extreme.
You may notice that the selfie camera video is very static. The Galaxy A35 has a video stabilization switch in the camera settings that is enabled by default and works on all cameras at full resolution. It also does a very good job. Beyond that, there’s Super steady mode, which shoots from the ultra-wide camera and is limited to 1080p resolution. It offers a bit more stabilization but nothing spectacular.
The main camera takes decent videos in low light, but nothing spectacular. There is a good amount of detail and very little noise. Colors also look good, although a bit oversaturated. Dynamic range is good, with some detail in the shadows, but light sources are blown out. The ultra-wide camera is very soft, with weak light sources and insufficient detail.
Check Competitors
At the time of writing, the Galaxy A35 6GB/128GB will set you back around €380/GBP 340, while the top-of-the-line 8GB/256GB retails for around €450/390GB. arrive
The mid-range 8GB/128GB model seems to be hard to come by in Europe but is readily available in the US for around $390 and in India for around Rs 30,500. If possible, we will look for a higher amount of RAM.
Finding good replacements for the Galaxy A35 isn’t that hard. The Xiaomi Redmi Note 13 Pro Plus sells almost as much as the Samsung, but the base version comes with 8GB of RAM and 256GB of faster UFS 3.1 storage. The Dimensity 7200 Ultra is an excellent chip that surpasses the Exynos 1380 in many aspects. Going for the Redmi, you’ll also get comparable build quality and things like Victus Gorilla Glass on the front and IP68 protection. Other features include 120W charging with a 5000 mAh battery.
It’s also worth noting that you can save some money and still get a great experience with the ever-popular Redmi Note 13 Pro. And if you want to prioritize performance and are willing to sacrifice some creature comforts along the way, there’s the Poco X6 Pro to consider.
The new Nothing Phone (2a) is certainly an interesting contender. While it’s not your best value in this segment, there’s no denying that it stands out well. A nothing approach to both hardware and software will not appeal to the right crowd. We really enjoyed using Nothing OS on the Nothing Phone (2a) and also found the phone to have exceptional battery life in our testing. However, you compromise some features.
Speaking of compromises, it’s worth noting that you can get the same Samsung experience and not pay as much by going for the Galaxy A25. Don’t expect the same materials and durability. You significantly lose the intrusion protection rating and Gorilla Glass of the Victus+. Also, you should expect slower performance in general. But the core of the experience remains unchanged.
Finally, if you’re in the right market, the Realme 12 Pro+ is a very strong competitor to the Galaxy A35. Some of its highlights include IP65 ingress protection and 67W faster charging with its 5000mAh battery. Most notably, Realme includes a 3x periscope telephoto as part of its camera setup, in case that might intrigue you.
Summary
Galaxy A35 is a very good and complete device. While it doesn’t do much with the tried-and-true Galaxy A formula, it further refines the A3X series. While the Galaxy A25 will likely still come with some omissions, particularly in build and intrusion protection, the A35 is much closer to the A55 in its general release.
With the A35, you get Victus+ Gorilla Glass on both sides of the glass on the front and IP67 ingress protection. The 6.6-inch Super AMOLED 120Hz display is still unchanged from previous generations. You also get a solid hybrid stereo speaker and a large 5000 mAh battery with high endurance.
In terms of performance, the Exynos 1380 is a small step up from the Dimensity 1080 in the Galaxy A34. It’s quite adequate for the class and enough to provide a smooth One UI experience. This experience will be of great interest to many people. Very few features still belong to Samsung’s flagship models and are completely absent from the Galaxy A35. Additionally, the A35 comes with four years of core software updates and five years of security updates.
However, there is no point in claiming that the Galaxy A35 is the best in its class. By buying this phone, you can get much better hardware for your money. Still, the Galaxy A35 remains an attractive package overall. We are sure that it will not disappoint any potential buyers.
Why should we buy the Samsung Galaxy A35 phone?
Rugged body with glass on both sides and IP67 ingress protection.
120 Hz Super AMOLED screen with good quality.
Good quality stereo speakers
Good battery life.
The latest Android and One UI.
Good performance for this price range and excellent thermal behavior.
Fixed photo and video quality.
5G, NFC, microSD.
Why should we avoid buying the Samsung Galaxy A35 phone?
The MacBook Air M3, with all its performance improvements, adds to the value and economic justification of the MacBook Air M1, rather than being an ideal purchase.
MacBook Air M3 review; Lovely, powerful and economical
If you are looking for a compact, well-made and high-quality laptop that can be used in daily and light use, the MacBook Air M3 review is not for you; So close the preceding article, visit the Zomit products section and choose one of the stores to buy MacBook Air M1 ; But if you, like me, are excited to read about the developments in the world of hardware and are curious to know about the performance of the M3 chip in the Dell MacBook Air 2024 , then stay with Zoomit.
The design is a copy of the original from the last generation
Almost two years have passed since Apple said goodbye to the familiar and wedge-shaped MacBook Air design; A different design that accompanied this ultrabook from the first day of its birth in 2008; But finally in 2022, with the aim of harmonizing the design language of the Apple laptop family, it was abandoned so that the MacBook Air 2022 will have a similar appearance to the 14-inch and 16-inch MacBook Pro.
The new MacBook Air is uniform in thickness; But it was slimmer, the screen was bigger, the edges were narrower and the corners were rounded, and a relatively large notch was added to it, whose only existence was to host the device’s 1080p webcam. MacBook Air 2022 also marked the return of the MagSafe magnetic charging port to Apple’s popular Ultrabook.
Previously, in the review of the MacBook Air 2022 with the M2 chip, we have talked comprehensively and deeply about its design and its positive and negative points. I suggest that if you haven’t read the article, you must visit it; Because the MacBook Air M3 is no different from the MacBook Air M2 in terms of appearance, display, or ports.
We also see the same incredibly well-made and metal body of MacBook Air 2022 in the new generation of Apple Ultrabooks; A body that, like the rest of Apple laptops, is carved from an aluminum block instead of the usual method of using aluminum sheets, and for this reason, it has a strong and dense structure so that we do not see the body sinking when pressing the keyboard area or the screen frame swinging.
All the parts of the MacBook Air 2024 are assembled with the utmost care; So that there is no gap between them. As expected, the hinge of the laptop is also well-adjusted so that you don’t need to use two hands to open the laptop door. All in all, the combination of the quality of components and Apple’s exemplary engineering precision, brings an extremely enjoyable and unique feeling to the user while using the MacBook Air.
Just like the previous generation, the new MacBook Air is sold in four colors: gray, silver, dark blue, and cream. One of the flaws that could be found in the design of the MacBook Air 2022 was that fingerprints and grease remained on the body; The item that was more noticeable in dark blue color. Apple says this year it has used a new coating that reduces the severity of this problem. We did not have the 2022 model available for comparison at the time of writing the following review, But traces of fat and finger still remain on the body of the MacBook Air 2024.
Grease and fingerprints on the laptop body
MacBook Air keyboard is among the best examples in the market in terms of arrangement and dimensions, feedback, and key stability; But the matte coating on the keys absorbs the fat of the fingers very quickly, and on the other hand, like other MacBooks, there is a possibility that the matte coating will disappear and the keys will become shiny. Depending on your usage, this can happen very quickly or over time; For example, for me, who is constantly writing, the keys on my MacBook Pro M1 burned out in less than a year.
Apparently, the buyers of used laptops are very sensitive about the keys being electrocuted; Therefore, if you plan to replace your Macbook with another laptop after one or two years, be sure to keep this in mind and use an external keyboard for long typing.
As always, the trackpad is one of the main strengths of any MacBook, and the MacBook Air M3 follows the same rule. The glass trackpad of the device is large in size and has little friction on its surface, it offers flawless, accurate, and smooth performance, and its Fortouch mechanism, which makes it possible to click on the entire surface of the trackpad, is so efficient that after the MacBook, it is impossible to work with the trackpad of any laptop. Another enjoyed.
MacBook Air 2022
The set of MacBook Air 2024 ports is limited and has not changed; On the right side of the device, there is a headphone jack, and the left side of the device hosts two USB4 ports and a MagSafe magnetic charging port. Along with the basic model, Apple provides a relatively small 30-watt adapter with a cloth cable of the same color as the device’s body; But you can also get the laptop with a more powerful 35 or 70-watt adapter, which charges the battery up to 50% within half an hour.
USB4 ports support Thunderbolt 3 standard with a bandwidth of 40 Gbps, But it is not possible to connect external graphics. Both ports also transmit the image signal with the DisplayPort standard. In the new MacBook, if you close the laptop door, you can connect a 6K monitor and a 5K monitor (both 60Hz) to the device at the same time; But with the laptop’s screen on, just like the MacBook Air M2, the image output is limited to a 6K monitor; It is interesting that the Intel version of MacBook Air could output images to two 4K monitors at the same time as its own screen is on!
As in the previous generation, Apple uses Bluetooth version 5.3 in its Ultrabook; But the Wi-Fi module has upgraded the device from Wi-Fi 6 to Wi-Fi 6E, which incompatible networks can increase the communication bandwidth of MacBook Air 2024 with the router and the rest of the devices in the network from 1.2 to 2.4 Gbps.
Attractive display with more attractive competitors
Like most parts of the device, the screen of the new MacBook Air does not change; Of course, in this field, you can’t criticize Apple much, since 2018, when the MacBook Air screen became Retina, it has always been among the best; However, today, with OLED competitors with stunning colors and infinite contrast, Apple’s Retina display no longer has its former glory.
MacBook Air M3 can be purchased just like the previous generation in two 13.6-inch and 15.3-inch models. The pixel density of both versions is a very good number of 224 pixels. With this density, the MacBook Air screen produces a very clear image. So that it is difficult to distinguish the pixels from each other. We have the 13.6-inch MacBook Air M3 with a resolution of 2560 x 1664 pixels available for review.
Unfortunately, unlike the expensive models of MacBook Pro or even Windows Ultrabooks with the same price as Zenbook, the panel of the MacBook Air is 60 Hz and it does not have amazing technologies such as OLED and MiniLED to produce 1000 nits of brightness and extraordinary colors. MacBook Air uses an 8-bit IPS LCD panel with back exposure, which, by using FRC technology, can give the user the feeling of 10-bit panels with a billion colors.
MacBook Air covers the wide DCI P3 color space with high accuracy. The Apple Ultrabook covers 98.4% of this space with an error of 1.9 (an error of less than 3 is ideal), perhaps the only color weakness of the panel can be considered a slight tendency to be cold; However, thanks to the True Tone feature, the device evaluates the ambient light temperature with high accuracy and adjusts the color temperature accordingly to give you a satisfying visual experience.
In our measurements, with a 50% raster standard, we reached a maximum brightness of 443 nits, which in itself is a very good number, and thanks to the anti-reflective coating on the panel surface, in environments with different light conditions, it brings a satisfactory experience of working with a laptop. Without the appearance of the shadow of the environment on the panel, the user will not be bothered.
MacBook Air 2024 screen performance against other laptops
Laptop / test
White image
Black image
contrast ratio
AdobeRGB
sRGB
DCI-P3
Maximum brightness
Minimum brightness
Average brightness
Native
cover
Average error
cover
Average error
cover
Average error
MacBook Air 2024
443 intentions
0.00 nits
0.67 nits
661
87.9
—
100
2.4
98.4
1.9
Zenbook 14
512 intention
(788 nits HDR)
0.27 nits
0 intentions
∞
89.6
2.6
100
0.6
99.7
1.3
MacBook Pro 2022
437 intentions
0.00 nits
0.5 nits
874
86.3
—
99.8
2.7
97.5
—
MacBook Air 2022
447 intentions
0.1 nit
0.65 nits
693
87.5
—
100
2.5
98.1
—
Galaxy Book 3 Ultra
441 intentions
4 intentions
0 intentions
∞
97.3
3.7
99.6
1.9
99.8
2.3
MacBook Pro M1 Max
455 intentions
(1497 nits HDR)
0 intentions
0 intentions
∞
85
—
121.6
—
97.3
2.5
In addition to the reasonable maximum brightness of 442 nits in bright images, unlike most laptops with IPS LCD screens, the black color brightness is also very low in the MacBook Air display; So that the device achieves a very high contrast. On the other hand, the minimum brightness of the display was 0 nits even with the 0.01 nits accuracy of the Zoomit luminance meter; In the sense that while using the laptop, there will be a little pressure on your eyes.
The attractive screen of the MacBook Air is completed by a set of 4 speakers; Speakers that have a very large sound volume compared to the size of a laptop, produce clear sound, and at high volumes, they are confused and distorted. MacBook Air speakers support Dolby Atmos and are easily ahead of most Windows laptops.
M3 chip and championship called TSMC
The main changes of MacBook Air 2024 have happened in its heart; Where it hosts the M3 chip as the beating heart of the device. Next, before we put the performance of the M3 under the microscope, we take a look at the details of the technical specifications of this chip.
The M3 chip is manufactured using TSMC’s 3nm-based manufacturing process known as N3B, hosts 25 billion transistors on its surface, and uses the same layout and configuration as the M2 for the CPU and GPU cores. Apple says the processor and graphics used in the M3 are about 35 and 65 percent faster than the M1, respectively.
Technical specifications of M3 against M2 and M1
parameters/chip
Apple M3
Apple M2
Apple M1
manufacturing process
3 nanometer N3B
TSMC
TSMC’s second-generation 5nm
5 nm N5
TSMC
CPU
4 powerful cores with a maximum frequency of 4.05 GHz
4 low-power cores with a maximum frequency of 2.75 GHz
4 Avalanche cores with a maximum frequency of 3.5 GHz
4 Blizzard cores with a maximum frequency of 2.4 GHz
4 Firestorm cores with a maximum frequency of 3.2 GHz
4 Icestorm cores with a maximum frequency of 2.0 GHz
cache memory
16 MB shared L2 cache and 320 KB L1 cache for each of the powerful cores
4 megabytes of shared L2 cache and 192 kilobytes of L1 cache for each low-power core
8 MB system cache for the entire chip
16 MB shared L2 cache and 320 KB L1 cache for each of the powerful cores
4 megabytes of shared L2 cache and 192 kilobytes of L1 cache for each low-power core
8 MB system cache for the entire chip
12MB shared L2 cache and 320KB L1 cache for each Firestorm core
4 MB shared L2 cache and 192 KB L1 cache for each Icestorm core
8 MB system cache for the entire chip
memory bass
128 bits
128 bits
128 bits
DRAM
8 to 24 GB
LPDDR5-6400
8 to 24 GB
LPDDR5-6400
8 or 16 GB
LPDDR4x-4266
Memory bandwidth
100 GB per second
100 GB per second
68.2 gigabytes per second
GPU
8 or 10 cores with hardware support of ray tracing
8 or 10 cores
7 or 8 cores
Like the last two generations, the M3 chip uses a combination of 4 high-power cores and 4 low-power cores, respectively, with maximum frequencies of 4.05 and 2.75 GHz as CPU. Apple has made minor changes in the architecture of the cores, and the main difference of the cores is the 15% increase in frequency compared to the M2 cores.
Apple has not even changed the amount of cache memory of the M3 chip compared to the M2; Each of the high-power and low-power cores have access to 320 and 192 KB of ultra-fast L1 cache, respectively, the set of four high-power and low-power cores also have access to 16 and 4 MB of L2 cache, respectively, while the system cache is 8 MB for the set of chip processing blocks. GPU and CPU are included.
The M3 chip is used in Apple laptops in two versions with 8- and 10-core graphics processors. We had the MacBook Air with 8-core graphics available for review, which in total, just like the last generation, has 128 execution units with 1024 calculation and logic units in its heart, which operate at an almost identical frequency of 1.38 GHz.
The main difference between the M3 graphics compared to the previous generation is the addition of the Ray Tracing hardware accelerator, Mesh shading, and Dynamic Caching technology, the latter of which allows the chip to provide the memory required by the GPU in real-time and based on the type of processing. Thus, it optimizes the amount of memory consumption.
The M3 chip uses a 16-core neural processing unit (NPU) with a computing power of 18 trillion operations per second, and in addition to ProRes and ProRes Raw videos, it now has a separate engine for AV1 video codec decoding. Due to its two 64-bit channels and support for LPDDR5X-6400 RAM, this chip can achieve a bandwidth of 102 GB/s for data exchange with its integrated RAM.
Performance of the MacBook Air M3 in benchmarks while plugged in
Laptop/benchmark
Technical Specifications
Web browsing
Performance in graphics
CPU performance in rendering
CPU computing power
GPU computing power
3 Dark
CineBench R23
GeekBench 6
GeekBench 6
Speedometer 2.1
TimeSpy
Single
Multi
Single
Multi
OpenCL
Metal/Vulkan
DirectX 12
MacBook Air 2024
Apple M3
8 core GPU
680
—
1897
9872
3143
2008
25845
41671
Zenbook 14
Core Ultra 7 155H
Intel Arc GPU
396
3453
1637
13367
2290
12256
34889
38268
MacBook Pro 2022
Apple M2
10-core GPU
407
—
1579
8730
2581
9641
28852
42673
MacBook Air 2022
Apple M2
8 core GPU
405
—
1577
8476
2578
9655
27846
39735
MacBook Pro 2020
Apple M1
8 core GPU
209
—
1512
7778
2335
8315
21646
32743
MacBook Pro 14-inch 2021
M1 Max
24Core GPU
300
—
1549
12508
2378
12239
65432
101045
MacBook M3 appears about 20-25% faster than M2 in single-core and multi-core benchmarks, and in comparison with M1, it increases its superiority to about 35-45%; Therefore, considering the 15% increase in frequency and the improvement of TSMC’s manufacturing process, it seems that Apple has not changed much in the architecture; But in any case, CPU performance on par with the M1 Pro is a surprising result for the M3.
Compared to the new Asus ultrabook with the Core Ultra 7 155H chip, MacBook Air M3 leads by 15-35% in single-core benchmarks; But in multi-core benchmarks, it loses the field to the competitor with a single-digit difference of up to 25%. We will talk more about the difference between the two chips in productivity and power consumption.
Apple laptops have a stunning performance in terms of web surfing experience and M3 has taken this performance to a whole new level; MacBook Air 2024 outperforms Asus Ultrabook 2024 with a 65% difference in the Zoomit web browsing test. The stunning superiority of the MacBook Air shows that Apple’s laptop offers faster and smoother performance on the web.
Apple’s new ultrabook appears in almost the same level of computing processing as the last generation. It seems that M3 remains behind its Intel competitor by 25% in the processes that take place on the basis of the OpenCL framework; But instead, thanks to Apple’s exclusive Metal framework, it surpasses the performance of Core Ultra 7 in processes based on Vulkan, with a difference of 10%.
Let’s skip the benchmarks and talk about how the MacBook Air 2024 performs in professional software and games. For this, we considered Photoshop and Premiere Pro software, Python code execution, and the Rise of the Tomb Raider game.
The set of games available for macOS is much more limited than for Windows; However, thanks to the tool that Apple introduced at WWDC 2023 for porting Windows games (Game Porting Toolkit), some were able to run titles such as Medium and Cyberpunk 2077 on Macs with powerful graphics processors such as the M2 Max, and it is hoped that in the future, this same tool, pave the way for more games to be released.
We were able to run the old game Rise of the Tomb Raider at 1200p resolution, High graphics settings and an average frame rate of 50.5 fps, which shows an advantage of about 25 percent of the M3 compared to the M2.
MacBook Air M3 performance while playing Rise of the Tomb Raider game
MacBook Air M3 works about 10 to 20 percent faster than its two previous generations and ZenBook 14 while using Photoshop software for tasks such as resizing large photos and implementing the blur effect or lens correction.
MacBook Air M3 performance in Photoshop software
In Premier Pro software, while performing tasks such as blur effect implementation, image sharpening, or 4K video output, the performance of the device is 20-30% better than the MacBook Air M2 and Zenbook 14.
Performance of MacBook Air M3 in Premier Pro software
Note that in software such as Premiere Pro, where we are dealing with heavy projects, the low RAM overshadows the performance level and you may even get stuck in scenarios like editing 4K videos. Next, we will talk about the MacBook Air M3 RAM.
The MacBook Air was able to run Zoomit’s Python code in about 45 seconds, which is about 13 seconds faster than the M2 and 33 percent faster than the M1.
MacBook Air M3 performance while running Python code
One of the most attractive features of MacBooks is that they work equally well, whether connected to electricity or relying on batteries; For example, when running Python code while plugged in, the MacBook Air M3 beats the ZenBook 14 by just 4 seconds; But by disconnecting the laptops from the electricity and Zenbook’s performance drop, the time difference reaches 11 seconds!
In addition to running Python code, the MacBook Air also displays similar performance in other software in both plugged-in and battery-powered states; In the table below, you can see the difference in performance of MacBook Air M3 in Plugged and UnPlugged modes in a number of users:
Performance of MacBook Air 2024 when connected to electricity and with battery
Test/Performance
Plugged result
Result UnPlugged
CineBench 2024 (MultiCore)
574
573
Speedometer 2.1
680
681
Photoshop
6488
6588
Premiere Pro
3868
3881
Python
44.6 seconds
44.7 seconds
In the MacBook Air 2022 review, we said that the lack of an active cooling system (fan) makes this ultrabook unable to provide stable performance under continuous processing loads. Now it’s time for MacBook Air 2024 with the same cooling system; But this time with a more optimized chip, it will be wider. Does the MacBook Air M3 offer stable performance?
To evaluate the cooling system, the performance stability level and measure the power consumption and other parameters of the MacBook Air M3, we first ran the CineBench R23 multi-core test on the device for 30 minutes consecutively in both power-connected and battery-based modes; Then we went to the 20-minute Wild Life Extreme test.
MacBook Air 2024 laptop performance under continuous processing load
Laptop status
CPU score at first
CPU score after 30 minutes
GPU score first
GPU score after 20 minutes
Connected to electricity
9872
7841
6989
5207
with battery
9833
8322
6996
5271
MacBook Air M3 shows more or less the same behavior whether in Plugged or UnPlugged mode; After 30 minutes, the CPU performance drops by about 15-20%, and in a 20-minute graphics processing load, the GPU drops by 25%.
Contrary to the numbers stated in the technical specifications of the M3 chip, the MacBook Air 2024, whether in multi-core or single-core processing, never reaches the frequency of 4.05 GHz in powerful cores; In my measurements, the frequency of the most powerful cores in the multi-core test remained at 3.7 GHz for a few seconds; But it immediately begins the gradual process of decline and reaches below 2.5 GHz from the 10th minute, which is lower than the stable 2.75 GHz frequency of low-power cores!
The frequency drop process starts when the temperature of the hottest point of the chip reaches 103 degrees Celsius; It seems that Apple has adopted a more conservative strategy this year; Because in MacBook Air M2, the maximum temperature of the chip reaches 109 degrees Celsius. The temperature of 103 degrees of the chip continues for 5-6 minutes and then, thanks to the frequency drop, it decreases to the range below 90 degrees Celsius.
CPU temperature on MacBook Air M3
The temperature of the laptop body rises to 46-47 degrees Celsius, especially in the upper area of the keyboard; But in general, the body heat is not such that you cannot continue working with the laptop.
CPU consumption in MacBook Air M3
As you can see in the power consumption graph, the CPU consumes about 21 watts in the first few seconds; But as the body heats up, the power consumption gradually decreases and after a few minutes it reaches below 10 watts and reaches the range of 7-8 watts.
As you can see from the graphs below, the M3 GPU also follows a similar path to performance degradation from overheating the device.
GPU consumption in MacBook Air M3
GPU temperature on MacBook Air M3
GPU frequency on MacBook Air M3
About 2-3 minutes after the start of graphic processing, in order to prevent the chip temperature from exceeding 103 degrees Celsius, the frequency of the GPU drops from about 1350 MHz and its power consumption from about 14 watts to 1000 MHz and below 8 watts. is approaching
My tests show that the MacBook Air M3 uses its powerful core stably with a frequency of about 3,750 MHz in single-core processing, this number is about 3,200 and 2,980 MHz in the MacBook Air M2 and MacBook Air M1 laptops, respectively.
In order to have a general outline and limits of architecture changes and IPC (the number of instructions executed per processing cycle), we can divide GeekBench’s single-core score by the chips’ single-core frequency; Note that this measure is not exact and only provides a general picture of the state of architectural changes. To accurately measure IPC, one should go to an expensive tool such as SPECView, which unfortunately is not available in Iran.
Ratio of performance to CPU frequency
To be more precise, what you see in the graph above is the ratio of single-core performance to CPU frequency in three generations of MacBook Air laptops with M1, M2, and M3 chips. In this chart, I have considered the MacBook Air M1 as a benchmark so that we can compare the other two chips relatively. The numbers say that the architectural changes in M3 have a 4 and 7 percent impact on the performance of this chip compared to M2 and M1, which is not a significant improvement.
In the graph below, you can see the ratio of M3’s performance to its power consumption compared to previous generations and the Core Ultra 7 155H chip. Note that the amount of power consumed by the chips is not stable and after a few seconds, it deviates from its maximum value; Therefore, the graph below was created by running CineBench R23 once and based on the average power consumption during the benchmark execution period, so that we can obtain the ratio of performance to power consumption in the best performance condition of the laptop.
The ratio of performance to CPU power consumption
My measurements show that the M3 consumes an average of 4.9 and 19.1 watts when running the CineBench R23 single-core and multi-core benchmarks, respectively; While these numbers are equal to 8 and 20.2 watts for the M2 and 23 and 37.8 watts for the Core Ultra 7 155H, respectively, this shows the stunning efficiency of the M3; But if you consider the numbers obtained in the previous chart, you will realize that TSMC’s optimized manufacturing process has more influence on this amazing productivity than IPC and Apple’s architecture improvements.
The M3’s incredible efficiency also contributes to the MacBook Air M3’s excellent charging performance. Apple uses the same 52.6-watt-hour battery as the MacBook Air M2 in its new ultrabook and says that this laptop can charge for about 18 hours, just like the previous generation.
MacBook Air 2024 battery life compared to other laptops
Laptop/Test
Functional profile
hardware
Display
Battery capacity
Play offline video
Everyday use
Processor and graphics
Dimensions, resolution, and refresh rate
watt-hours
720p Video
PCMark 10
minute: hour
minute: hour
MacBook Air 2024
—
Apple M3
8 core GPU
13.6 inches and 60 Hz
1664 x 2560 pixels
52.6
14:13
—
Zenbook 14
Performance
Core Ultra 7-155H
Intel Arc
14 inches and 120 Hz
1800 x 2880 pixels
75
17:25
9:09
Galaxy Book 3 Ultra
Performance
Core i7-13700H
RTX 4050
16 inches and 120 Hz
1880 x 2880 pixels
76
11:00
6:21
MacBook Pro 2022
—
Apple M2
10-core GPU
13.3 inches and 60 Hz
1600 x 2560 pixels
58.2
26:18
—
MacBook Air 2022
—
Apple M2
8 core GPU
13.6 inches and 60 Hz
1664 x 2560 pixels
52.6
14:11
—
MacBook Pro 2020
—
Apple M1
8 core GPU
13.3 inches and 60 Hz
1600 x 2560 pixels
58.2
16:47
—
MacBook Pro 14-inch 2021
—
M1 Max
24Core GPU
14.2 inches and 120 Hz
1964 x 3024 pixels
70
18:14
—
The MacBook Air 2024 was able to play our benchmark HD video for a little over 14 hours, just like the previous generation, in standard Zoomit conditions, which includes 200 nits brightness (about 70% brightness) and flight mode activation, which is an impressive result; But it is about 3 hours less than the Asus Zenbook 14 Ultrabook with a larger 75 watt-hour battery.
… and 8GB RAM for everyone
Unfortunately, this year Apple did not fall short either, and in 2024, it released the basic version of its $1,100 ultrabook with 8 GB of RAM and 256 GB of SSD. If you buy from Apple’s website, you can order 16GB or 24GB of RAM and 512GB, 1TB, and 2TB of SSD; Of course, to go to each higher step, you have to pay 200 dollars more; For example, the MacBook Air 2024 with 16 GB RAM and 512 GB SSD will cost you about $1,500.
If the base version of the 8GB MacBook Air disappointed you, you can be glad that Apple has moved away from the cowardly strategy of using a NAND chip for the SSD of the base version of the MacBook Air, which ended up halving the read and write speeds, and this year all models with 2 sells NAND chips; The maximum speed of 4 and 3.5 GB/s for reading and writing is lower than Windows competitors; But it’s not bad either.
The average SSD speed of the base model MacBook Air 2024 compared to other MacBooks
Models / Performance
Sequential reading rate
(UK gigabytes)
Sequential write rate
(UK gigabytes)
MacBook Air M3
2.63
2.58
MacBook Air M2
1.03
2.32
MacBook Pro M1
2.28
2.46
There is a lot of debate on social networks about whether 8GB of RAM is sufficient or not. A number of Apple fans, with the logic that “MacBook RAM has high speed and memory swap technology is available to help SSD as RAM”, say that in many applications, 8 GB of RAM is enough; But you should pay attention to several points:
1. The data is not just traveling between the chip and RAM, which can compensate for the low capacity of the RAM by just having a high data exchange rate; In some applications, such as modeling or graphic work, several gigabytes of data may be stored in RAM for a relatively long time. Let’s say that the data exchange rate between the RAM and the M3 or M2 chip is no longer the best, and some chips such as the Core Ultra 7 155H offer a higher rate.
2. Memory swap is not a magical and new technology; The rest of the operating systems, such as Windows, also have similar technology; But it should be noted that swap memory reduces the useful life of SSD and the speed of SSD is not at the level of RAM that can fully play its role; For example, in MacBook Air M3, the data exchange rate between RAM and chip also reaches 102 GB/s; While the Mac SSD read and write rate is maybe one twentieth of this number.
3. Software tools are constantly developing, and their need for hardware resources, including RAM, also increases day by day. On the other hand, the user also buys the MacBook for a few years of use; Therefore, due to the lack of ability to upgrade RAM, one may face problems over time.
Aside from all the talk about Rome, a number of domestic sellers are also taking advantage of the opportunity; For example, Apple charges the same amount for a MacBook Air with 16 GB of RAM and 256 GB of SSD as for an 8 | 512 GB considered; But in Iran, configuring MacBook with more RAM is much more expensive than configuring with more SSD.
MacBook Air M3; Attractive and not very valuable
The MacBook Air M3 is by no means a bad product; But what makes buying this ultrabook illogical is the great value of its predecessors, especially the MacBook Air M1, especially if we consider their significant price difference.
For a person who does not have a laptop and is looking for a compact and well-made ultrabook for daily and light use, the base model of MacBook Air M1, which is currently sold at a price of 47-48 million Tomans, is a very desirable option; A device with an integrated metal body, a high-quality display, a very good keyboard and trackpad, excellent charging and fast performance that meets all the needs of an individual with daily use, journalism or light content production; Without the need to take an irrational action, about 25 million Tomans more will be spent to buy M3.
A person who already has a MacBook Air M2 and uses it for daily use should not go for the MacBook Air M3; Because it will not experience any significant changes; Except for the faster SSD, which is hardly noticeable in everyday use. For a current Mac M1 user, it might make more sense to upgrade to the M3.
For people who use laptops for tasks such as programming or video editing, the 8GB version of the MacBook Air M3 is not really a rational choice. If these people prefer macOS, it is better to go for used models with a budget of 70-75 million tomans, such as M1 Pro with 16 GB RAM, or if they are comfortable with Windows, high-quality options such as HP Envy with Core i9-13900H processor. And 16 GB of RAM will be a reasonable option for them.
In the following article, you will learn how to connect the Samsung phone to the TV using practical methods.
How to connect to the TV with a Samsung phone?
It doesn’t matter if you have a Samsung TV or you are using a Sony TV or an Xvision TV, in this article we will teach you how to connect your Samsung phone to the TV so that you can view the contents of your phone on the TV.
Table of Contents
Connecting Samsung phone to Samsung TV
Connecting a Samsung phone to a Samsung TV with Screen Mirroring technology
Connecting a Samsung phone to a Samsung TV with an HDMI converter
Connecting Samsung phone to Samsung TV with Samsung DeX
Connecting Samsung phone to Samsung TV with Wi-Fi Direct
Connecting Samsung phone to LG TV
Connecting Samsung phone to LG TV with Smart View
Connecting Samsung phone to LG TV through USB-C to HDMI converter
Connecting a Samsung phone to a Sony TV
Connecting a Samsung phone to a Sony TV through Screen Mirroring
Connecting a Samsung phone to a Sony TV with a cable
Connecting Samsung phone to Android TV
Connecting Samsung phone to Samsung TV
Connecting a Samsung phone to a Samsung TV with Screen Mirroring technology
Screen Mirroring is a technology that allows the screen of your phone to be transferred to the TV screen as it is so that you can view the content on the big screen. The SmartThings app and Smart View feature allow you to quickly and easily connect to your Samsung Smart TV.
To wirelessly connect your phone screen to your TV, your TV needs a Wi-Fi connection. For non-smart TVs, connecting via cable will be an easy and practical method that we will explain below.
Connecting Samsung phone to Samsung TV with Smart View
With the Smart View feature, you can view your phone’s screen wirelessly on a large TV screen. Follow the steps below to use Smart View on your Samsung phone:
First of all, make sure your phone and TV are connected to a Wi-Fi network and VPN is not connected.
Now on your phone, swipe down twice to open the Quick Settings panel and select Smart View.
If you don’t see Smart View, please move it to the left or right or tap the edit button and then add Smart View.
Select the desired TV to connect to the phone and then click Start Now.
Finally, select Allow if displayed on the TV screen.
Note: If the TV refuses to connect to the phone, do the following steps to activate the connection:
Go to Settings, and click on All Settings.
Tap Connections and then External Device Manager.
Select Device Connect Manager.
Select the desired mobile device from the Device List and change the status to Allow.
To disable Smart View, disconnect from your phone or press the Return Button on the TV remote.
The device menus may be different depending on the model and software version. Please read the TV manual for more information.
Connecting Samsung phone to Samsung TV with SmartThings application
SmartThings is a remote control application for Samsung products that can be installed on Android phones and iPhone phones. SmartThings enables automatic connection to most Samsung TVs manufactured from 2016 onwards.
Connect your Samsung Smart TV and Samsung phone to a Wi-Fi network.
Download and install the SmartThings app on your phone. If you already have the SmartThings app installed, update it.
Open the SmartThings app.
Tap Add Device.
All devices in SmartThings will be displayed. If you can’t see your device, make sure it’s turned on. If it still doesn’t show up, try turning it off and on again and restarting the SmartThings app.
Select or scan your TV.
Tap on the TV name and connect to your phone.
Now your TV is connected to SmartThings and you can use your phone as a second remote control for your TV. You can also use Smart View to display photos, videos, and music from your phone.
To do this, tap on the name of your connected TV at the top of the application and select More Options or the three-dot icon.
Select Mirror Screens (Smart View). Make sure your phone is close to the TV to connect successfully.
Connecting a Samsung phone to a Samsung TV with an HDMI converter
If you have trouble connecting wirelessly, you can use an HDMI converter to connect your device to your TV. Original Samsung HDMI converters support devices with USB-C ports.
If you’re using an older device without a USB-C port, you may be able to find a compatible interface cable, but functionality cannot be guaranteed.
Connect an HDMI cable to the HDMI converter.
Connect the other end of the HDMI cable to the HDMI port of the TV.
Connect the HDMI converter to the USB port of your phone.
Turn on the TV and change the input to the HDMI port you are using.
Connecting Samsung phone to Samsung TV with Samsung DeX
Swipe your phone down twice to open the quick settings menu. Note that this feature may not be available on some phones.
Tap the DeX button to activate this feature.
Select DeX on the TV or monitor option.
Accept the connection request on the TV.
Then follow the instructions on the screen. Once completed, the Samsung DeX screen will appear on the target TV.
Note that the function of this function will be different depending on the type of TV for wireless connection. We recommend using Samsung Smart TVs 2019 or newer.
Connecting Samsung phone to Samsung TV with Wi-Fi Direct
With Wi-Fi Direct, you can directly connect your phone to the TV without an existing Wi-Fi network. With this, your favorite images and videos will be displayed on the TV screen. Note that both the TV and phone must have Wi-Fi direct capability for this feature to work.
To check whether the Wi-Fi direct feature is equipped on the TV, go to the settings. Now follow the steps below to use Wi-Fi Direct on Samsung TV:
First, open the TV menu to enable Wi-Fi Direct. Then go to Network and Wi-Fi Direct.
Now activate the phone’s Wi-Fi Direct. To enable Wi-Fi Direct on your Samsung phone, go to Settings, then Connections, enter the Wi-Fi section, tap the three-dot icon at the top, and enable the Wi-Fi Direct option. After scanning, the phone will display a list of available devices. The name of the phone also appears on the TV.
Select the device from the list to start the connection. If a connection request is made by the phone, a message will appear on the TV and vice versa. Accept the request to connect the phone to the TV.
Connecting Samsung phone to LG TV
Connecting Samsung phone to LG TV with Smart View
You can also use the Smart View feature on LG TVs like Samsung TVs. Here is the step-by-step guide to enable this feature:
Swipe down on your phone screen and select Smart View.
Make sure your TV and phone are both connected to the same Wi-Fi network.
Select your TV from the list of available devices.
Thus, your phone screen should be reflected on the TV in a few moments.
Connecting Samsung phone to LG TV through USB-C to HDMI converter
You can connect your phone to the TV using a USB-C to HDMI converter. The steps are as follows:
Connect the USB-C end of the adapter to your phone.
Connect the HDMI end to the HDMI port on your TV.
Tap “Accept” when the connection request appears on your phone
After connecting, your phone screen will be mirrored on the TV screen.
This method is simple and hassle-free to use, especially when wireless options are not available.
Connecting a Samsung phone to a Sony TV
Connecting a Samsung phone to a Sony TV through Screen Mirroring
Fortunately, you can use the same Smart View feature of Samsung phones to connect to Sony TV. Thus, it becomes easy for you to seamlessly connect to any of the devices.
Swipe down twice to reveal the Quick Panel.
Select the Smart View icon.
From there, you should see a list of devices compatible with the display. Click on your Sony TV.
You should get a message asking if you are ready to connect. Select “Start Now”.
If your TV does not appear in the list of devices, you need to make sure that the TV is compatible. Note that only Sony Bravia TVs manufactured between 2013-2020 have Screen Mirroring capability.
Connecting a Samsung phone to a Sony TV with a cable
MHL technology provides the possibility of connecting the phone to the Sony TV with a cable. Phones and tablets compatible with this feature can be connected to the TV through an MHL to HDMI cable. If you can’t use wireless to connect your phone to the TV, then a wireless connection and HDMI conversion is another way you will have.
Connecting Samsung phone to Android TV
If you are looking for a wireless connection between your phone and TV, the Smart View feature on Samsung phones is the best way to share data on Android TVs, especially Iranian smart TVs. We have explained the activation method in the above sections.
On the other hand, if your TV is not smart, using cable will help you. As mentioned, you’ll need an HDMI cable and a USB-C to HDMI converter for this. Connect the USB-C end to your phone and then connect an HDMI cable between the converter and your TV. After connecting the converter and cable, the screen of your Samsung phone will appear on the TV.
Connecting a Samsung phone to a TV is not particularly complicated, especially when both devices are in the Android ecosystem. Earlier, we also checked the method of connecting the iPhone to Samsung TV; In addition, you can use the best programs to connect the iPhone to the TV so that more options are available to you.
Leaving the Earth’s atmosphere is not just the experience of floating in the environment. There are also other amazing and troublesome events that can only be experienced in space. In this article, we will talk about the strangest things that can happen to humans in space.
The strangest things that can happen to humans in space
When it comes to space and astronautics, we all remember very interesting movies in which strange things happen to astronauts. Movies with exciting stories, most of which are nothing but the authors’ imaginations; But there are other very amazing stories happening in space that are completely real and have nothing to do with human imagination. In this article, we try to discuss some examples of these events and introduce you to the wonders of space travel.
Strange things that happen to humans in space
The human heart changes shape in space
It may seem a bit strange and even unbelievable that traveling to space can change the shape of the heart, But such a thing happens in reality and scientific studies have proven it. Less work of the heart and less pumping of blood leads to a decrease in the volume of the muscles of this organ, and this ultimately causes the hearts of astronauts to become more spherical by about 9.4%.
Despite the temporary nature of these conditions, some doctors believe that the reduction in the volume of the human heart during space travel may have serious consequences. According to NASA, researchers are researching this issue, and the results of this study will not only help astronauts but will also affect ordinary people and the inhabitants of the planet.
There is a possibility of mental problems in space
Living in the extraterrestrial atmosphere is associated with many problems. Changing living conditions and experiencing a completely different environment with very specific conditions imposes many psychological pressures on astronauts. These issues cause astronauts to experience special psychological conditions and are susceptible to various problems such as anxiety and depression.
Being away from family, lack of simple facilities such as sunlight or even fresh food, and heavy work are among the reasons that expose astronauts to various mental illnesses.
Human vision decreases in space
Visual impairment caused by intracranial pressure or VIIP is another space travel wonder faced by astronauts. This problem was observed for the first time in 2005 and in an astronaut named John Phillips. The Washington Post investigates this issue in an article and states that Phillips experienced a significant loss of vision after returning from his space trip. This incident prepared the groundwork for the researchers’ research for further investigations.
Additional research showed the changes in the appearance of the astronauts’ eyes and the loss of their vision after returning from space travel. Currently, the only possible reason that has been proposed for the occurrence of such conditions is the lack of gravity and the creating double pressure on the astronauts’ skulls; Of course, the research in this field continues and it is still not possible to say with certainty a specific reason for the occurrence of these conditions.
Traveling to space, along with its excitement and surprises, also brings many problems for humans. One of these problems is the weakening of the body’s immune system in space, which was first discovered by astronauts during the Apollo mission. The story was that the astronauts in this mission experienced problems such as irregular heartbeat, dehydration, and inner ear disorder, and faced many problems after returning from the mission.
Studies conducted in this field have shown that after leaving the Earth’s atmosphere, the immune system of astronauts weakens, in part due to the abnormal activation of a type of immune cells called T-regulatory lymphocytes. This weakening is sometimes so severe that it causes astronauts to deal with latent viruses such as chicken pox in addition to simple infectious diseases such as colds after returning from space travel.
Astronauts can lose their fingernails
As you know, astronauts wear special clothes to carry out their missions in space, which includes astronaut gloves. These gloves are designed in such a way that they put a lot of pressure on the astronauts’ hands and nails; This will eventually lead to their nails falling off.
It is true that the fall of fingernails or their swelling is not a simple matter that can be easily passed over, But it seems that doing more research to design more suitable gloves can minimize the possibility of this problem and astronauts will not face such a problem in the future.
Human height grows taller in space
Another wonder of space travel, which makes it one of the favorite trips of ordinary people, is the increase in height that occurs during this trip. As soon as you leave the Earth’s atmosphere, the gravity is close to zero, and this causes the pressure on the spine to decrease significantly. The reduction of this pressure, in turn, causes the height of the astronauts to grow a few centimeters.
One of the studies that confirms the truth of this issue is the research that NASA scientists conducted on two twin brothers. In this study, one of the twins had a 342-day trip to space and the other brother was examined on Earth. The results of this and other research determined that the height of astronauts increases by 2 to 5 cm on average after space travel.
Mark Kelly (left) and Scott Kelly (right) made it possible for researchers to study the health effects of long-duration space travel by studying NASA twins.
Traveling to space leads to weakening of muscles
Another strange thing that happens to astronauts in space and affects their health is the weakening of muscles or atrophy. Long space travel causes muscle wasting in astronauts, so they are trained to exercise continuously during their journey.
NASA is working on this issue to find solutions to prevent the problem of muscle wasting. The reason for the importance of this issue is the need for astronauts to have strong muscles and a healthy body so that they can perform their difficult missions in space in the best possible way.
Space swells astronauts’ faces
A large volume of our body is made up of liquid. On Earth, gravity pulls this fluid down and collects some of it in the lower limbs; But in space, where microgravity prevails, our body fluids are more evenly distributed; As a result, astronauts’ faces look puffier than normal, and on the other hand, their legs appear thinner than when they are on Earth.
According to the Washington Post, “the phenomenon of puffy-faced bird’s legs” appears when blood and other body fluids accumulate on the side of the upper body due to low gravity and stay there; As a result, the heads swell and the legs shrink. In this situation, the appearance of the astronauts can change by swelling their faces. Astronauts may experience excessive blood pooling; As if their head is constantly cold. However, after a few weeks in space, your body will adjust to the change in gravity and some of the facial puff will fall asleep.
Space travel may increase the risk of cancer
Astronauts who spend 6 months in space are exposed to almost as much radiation as a thousand chest X-rays. Exposure to different types of radiation exposes the body to the risk of cancer, damage to the central nervous system, bone loss, and some cardiovascular diseases. However, it has been difficult to accurately calculate the level of risk so far. Also, scientists’ information about the impact of radiation in long-duration space missions to deep space destinations such as the Moon and Mars is still limited.
The more time a person spends in space, the more radiation they are exposed to and, theoretically, the more DNA damage they accumulate. It is not possible to say with certainty whether this DNA damage actually increases the risk of cancer; Because cancer is affected by many environmental and genetic factors. For example, it’s probably fair to say that today’s astronauts are probably some of the fittest people on the planet. They probably eat a healthy diet, exercise a lot, and don’t smoke or drink much alcohol. All these things reduce the possibility of getting cancer.
Strange events for astronauts during space travel have always been one of the most fascinating topics for ordinary people. The wonders of space travel are not limited to the things we have mentioned, and at the same time as science advances and the scope of research increases, we will definitely see more interesting news in this field in the near future.