SAMSUNG GALAXY M53

Buyer

11.02.2023

Decent phone in mid-20 price range

Ordered on 9-Jan-2023, delivered on 13-Jan-2023. It was for 26k and got a 2k discount through the card. Good phone although initially had some issues with the phone slowing when I navigate the settings and the app info for different apps, but the latest updates have fixed that. 5G too initially had issues but then I reset the network settings so that got taken care of. I don't play games and just use it for reading mails, messages, calls, watching videos and web browsing - general stuff. So far good, there are a lot of useful features that I am using, some of them I did not have on my previous one. However one thing missing was the ability to completely block applications from using WiFi/Mobile network, for this you have to go to data saver mode and then choose which apps you can allow to use your data, which is a roundabout way of doing it. It's a very important feature in Android and taking this away was not a good thing. There was a lot of bloatware too when I started this phone for the first time and luckily Samsung allows you uninstall most of them but apps like chrome, link to windows and a couple of others still remain (that was a part of the deal between google and samsung so maybe it was supposed to be like that). There's also one persistent notification from Samsung Services to create an account/sign in and it'll probably only go once you do that and there is no way to turn off the notification for this specific app (this happens when you update to the latest version as of 11 Feb 2023, the day I wrote this review) I'm yet to find a way that allows me to turn it off. It's a very minor issue but no one should be forced to create an account with Samsung if they don't want to. Edit - I forgot to mention one minor thing that they should add, there is no recording button during the call, you have to press the three dots and then you would see the record functionality (see pictures attached). Makes it more convenient when your call screen has the recording button without extra steps being there. Check out some videos for tips on how to use Samsung M53 or very detailed reviews, that should tell you what you can expect from the phone. Attached is the notification issue. 1/April/2023 - battery charging has gotten slower. Takes an extra hour or so. 21/Dec/2023 - the phone has been working fine. I don't see any issues any more, that samsung services notification got removed, idk how, don't remember doing something extra from my side for that. I had mentioned about battery taking longer to charge, I don't face any issues as such but I can't be entirely sure as I'm a casual phone user, my daily screen time is 1-2 hours & max goes to 4-5 hours during weekends/holidays. Modes & routines is a really nice feature OneUI has, it reminds me how BlackBerry had those profiles. Camera is good enough that you can click normal photos & docs for scanning, but don't expect too much in this department if you want to click photos for IG/Snap. It's almost been a year, hope I can use it for another 2 🤞

Buyer

11.02.2023

Decent phone in mid-20 price range

Ordered on 9-Jan-2023, delivered on 13-Jan-2023. It was for 26k and got a 2k discount through the card. Good phone although initially had some issues with the phone slowing when I navigate the settings and the app info for different apps, but the latest updates have fixed that. 5G too initially had issues but then I reset the network settings so that got taken care of. I don't play games and just use it for reading mails, messages, calls, watching videos and web browsing - general stuff. So far good, there are a lot of useful features that I am using, some of them I did not have on my previous one. However one thing missing was the ability to completely block applications from using WiFi/Mobile network, for this you have to go to data saver mode and then choose which apps you can allow to use your data, which is a roundabout way of doing it. It's a very important feature in Android and taking this away was not a good thing. There was a lot of bloatware too when I started this phone for the first time and luckily Samsung allows you uninstall most of them but apps like chrome, link to windows and a couple of others still remain (that was a part of the deal between google and samsung so maybe it was supposed to be like that). There's also one persistent notification from Samsung Services to create an account/sign in and it'll probably only go once you do that and there is no way to turn off the notification for this specific app (this happens when you update to the latest version as of 11 Feb 2023, the day I wrote this review) I'm yet to find a way that allows me to turn it off. It's a very minor issue but no one should be forced to create an account with Samsung if they don't want to. Edit - I forgot to mention one minor thing that they should add, there is no recording button during the call, you have to press the three dots and then you would see the record functionality (see pictures attached). Makes it more convenient when your call screen has the recording button without extra steps being there. Check out some videos for tips on how to use Samsung M53 or very detailed reviews, that should tell you what you can expect from the phone. Attached is the notification issue. 1/April/2023 - battery charging has gotten slower. Takes an extra hour or so. 21/Dec/2023 - the phone has been working fine. I don't see any issues any more, that samsung services notification got removed, idk how, don't remember doing something extra from my side for that. I had mentioned about battery taking longer to charge, I don't face any issues as such but I can't be entirely sure as I'm a casual phone user, my daily screen time is 1-2 hours & max goes to 4-5 hours during weekends/holidays. Modes & routines is a really nice feature OneUI has, it reminds me how BlackBerry had those profiles. Camera is good enough that you can click normal photos & docs for scanning, but don't expect too much in this department if you want to click photos for IG/Snap. It's almost been a year, hope I can use it for another 2 🤞

Goku

17.11.2022

Happy with the phone

Phone: phone is more gorgeous than I envisioned. Beautiful display, brown looks great, smooth interface, superb camera, design is awesome, 5g support quite quick internet, battery is fine Cons: so many unwanted apps pre installed, charger adapter separate purchase, 25w is lesser relatively these days Delivery: Delivery was delayed. And if I had not called, Noone would have informed me of delay delivery. Delay is OK but lack of info is big problem. Another thing, I was assured of getting it 9am or 10 am next day of scheduled delivery, but actually got it after 6.30 pm. Misinformation another big problem. Do not promise what you can't keep. Mobile exchange requires you to install amazon app, conumers need to be made aware

Atul

27.10.2022

A "Best Buy" at 22k

I don't think they would provide in display fingerprint as side mounted fingerprint is very usable when swiping down notification panel as the phone is large for one hand usage. So, for me Samsung did a great job puttint side mounted fingerprint as it's multipurpose such as double tap on swipe up, finger print sensor, etc. I got it at 22k during Great Indian Sale and overall I'm more than satisfied with this purchase. I don't know why few people are having problems where mine works perfectly fine. Battery is an issue here, at 120hz and wifi turned on all day long, battery backup is justified. Make sure you update and install reliable apps else you might face serious issues even with an iPhone 14. Sound from speaker is okay okay, mids and highs are very clear and kind of okay bass. Mic quality is very very good! Audio in headphones in incomparable because of Dolby Atmos support in addition it has a feature where you can check and adapt sound specifically for your ears, and I loved it. Display, it's a Samsung grade. Useful feature rich device, does not give you unnecessary one's which slows down in long run. What a SAMSUNG experience so far, I'm impressed by this smartphone and I'd recommend it to others too. And ya, I'll always support brands like these, not like neighbour's espionage brands one's (You know what I'm talking bout)

Atul

27.10.2022

A "Best Buy" at 22k

I don't think they would provide in display fingerprint as side mounted fingerprint is very usable when swiping down notification panel as the phone is large for one hand usage. So, for me Samsung did a great job puttint side mounted fingerprint as it's multipurpose such as double tap on swipe up, finger print sensor, etc. I got it at 22k during Great Indian Sale and overall I'm more than satisfied with this purchase. I don't know why few people are having problems where mine works perfectly fine. Battery is an issue here, at 120hz and wifi turned on all day long, battery backup is justified. Make sure you update and install reliable apps else you might face serious issues even with an iPhone 14. Sound from speaker is okay okay, mids and highs are very clear and kind of okay bass. Mic quality is very very good! Audio in headphones in incomparable because of Dolby Atmos support in addition it has a feature where you can check and adapt sound specifically for your ears, and I loved it. Display, it's a Samsung grade. Useful feature rich device, does not give you unnecessary one's which slows down in long run. What a SAMSUNG experience so far, I'm impressed by this smartphone and I'd recommend it to others too. And ya, I'll always support brands like these, not like neighbour's espionage brands one's (You know what I'm talking bout)

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15.10.2022

Good phone but no accessories

Giving this review after using 20 days.My usage is like-I don't play games ,I watch movies and using so many 3rd party apps. Good things 1) Auto call recording without announcement 2) Big screen 3) Good performance 4) Good support from samsung 5) Battery performance (One full charge gave me around 30 hrs) and it took only 90 mins for complete charge 6) Samsung messages 7) Gorilla glass( It fall down but nothing happened) 7) Folder security Bad things 1) No adapter 2) No back case 3)No Ultra power save mode 4) No jack 5) Camera quality is ok but u get diff features. Note: If you use other than samsung charger then it takes 2.30 hrs even though that's a 33w fast charger. So pay 1k extra and buy original 25w charger.

Placeholder

15.10.2022

Good phone but no accessories

Giving this review after using 20 days.My usage is like-I don't play games ,I watch movies and using so many 3rd party apps. Good things 1) Auto call recording without announcement 2) Big screen 3) Good performance 4) Good support from samsung 5) Battery performance (One full charge gave me around 30 hrs) and it took only 90 mins for complete charge 6) Samsung messages 7) Gorilla glass( It fall down but nothing happened) 7) Folder security Bad things 1) No adapter 2) No back case 3)No Ultra power save mode 4) No jack 5) Camera quality is ok but u get diff features. Note: If you use other than samsung charger then it takes 2.30 hrs even though that's a 33w fast charger. So pay 1k extra and buy original 25w charger.

Udhaya Kumar

08.10.2022

Worth for cost. Must buy product.

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saleh

09.12.2023

this phone is one of the best in his rang i'm very satisfy with it's performance