The case weighs about 38 grams, which is with the earbuds inside that are 4g each. The lid bears the Truke logo. It will attract some fingerprints and smudges on the shell and upper glossy portion of the earbuds, however can be quickly wiped too. Right in the middle, there is an LED light, while the bottom has a USB port to charge the case. The entire charging casing is constructed of plastic.
The lid can be easily opened with one hand and is not overly light. The earbuds are within it, safely tucked into their assigned left and right slots. The case includes magnets inside it to hold the earphones in place.
The buds have small stems that have LED indicators and the company’s logo is engraved on them. Although the earbuds are exceptionally light and comfy to use, we occasionally felt a little uncomfortable for extended listening sessions. The earbuds come with two additional sets of interchangeable silicone ear tips, too.
Each of the earbuds has a total of three microphones for improved call quality and noise cancellation. Since the earbuds have an IPX5 rating, they should be fine with light splashes and sweat, but avoid entirely submerging them in water while swimming or engaging in any other water sports. Additionally, bear in mind that the casing lacks an IP certification, so keep it dry and secure.
Over that, it includes Bluetooth 5.3, the most recent version, for more consistent connectivity. Then Dual-Pairing Technology onboard allows you to open the lid and you will see a pairing pop-up on your Android phone click to pair. The dual connectivity allows you to easily switch between a smartphone and a laptop.
Regarding comfort and fit, we can mark that they were quite well-snugged and effectively blocked the majority of passive sound. They are also incredibly light and pleasant to wear but not for extended periods of time, as said. We shook our heads to see if they fell off. We can confirm that they can fall off but make sure you have the correct size silicone tips because it will significantly affect how they fit and, eventually, how they sound.
Talking about the battery performance Truke Clarity Five comes with a 500mAh battery that is claimed to provide 80 hours of playback time. Each earbud has a 40mAh battery. In our testing, the device was able to provide 3 days of playback as we particularly used them for 4 to five hours daily at 70 per cent volume but this can be stretched more depending on your usage. With the case, the battery is said to last for 80 hours.
Step 5: Tap on Always Dark. If you want to toggle Snapchat’s dark mode using your iPhone’s settings, select Match System.
Step 3: Tap on Dark to enable Dark Mode. This change will be applied across your iPhone’s interface, including the Snapchat app.
Step 3: Hit the gear icon at the top right corner of the screen to open Settings.
Step 4: Scroll down and select App Appearance.
Step 5: Tap on Always Dark.
Step 2: Go to Settings and scroll all the way to the bottom to access Developer Options.
Step 3: Scroll down to ‘Hardware accelerated rendering’ and turn on the toggle switch for Force Dark mode.
Step 4: Uninstall Snapchat from your device and download an older version from a third-party marketplace.
Step 5: Launch the Google Play Store app and go to Snapchat’s app page.
Step 6: Tap the ellipses at the top right corner of the app and untick the checkbox for Enable auto-update.
Step 7: Launch the older version of the Snapchat on your device. It will adhere to your system’s dark mode.
Instagram’s website for PC allows you to view posts and watch Reels without logging into your account. Content posted on public profiles can also be viewed by users who haven’t signed up to the platform. To view Reels from a particular account, add its username to the Instagram URL and hit ‘Enter’. For example, if you want to view the Reels posted by Netflix, type https://www.instagram.com/netflix/ in the URL box and hit Enter. Once you land on the profile, switch to the Reels tab to view all the Reels posted by the account in one place.
Step 3: Click on the Captcha checkbox and hit Search.
Step 4: The Instagram profile will be displayed in a popup window. Switch to the Reels tab to view all the Reels that the account has posted in one place.
Step 3: Hit Enter.
Step 4: Browse through the Reels posted by the account and hit the Download button under the ones you want to save on your device.
Step 3: Hit Enter.
Step 4: Select the profile from the results.
Step 5: Switch to the Reels tab.
Step 6: Click on the Reel you want to watch.
Samsung Galaxy S23 FE gets a glass back (Corning Gorilla Glass 5) which is a significant upgrade from the plastic panel on the S21 FE. For a smartphone priced at Rs 60,000 in 2023, anything less would be a compromise. There are three colour options on offer – Mint, Graphite, and Purple. We got the Mint variant for this review. The pastel colour theme works very well for the smartphone, even though some may find it a bit pale. If that’s the case with you, the Graphite and Purple variants would be more up your alley.
The vertical camera array has been the common theme for all Samsung smartphones this year, from the flagship S series to the M, F, and A series. This universal design language robs individual smartphones of their unique personality. Since Samsung’s Fan Editions are based on the flagship S Series lineup from their respective year, a new design for them is out of the question. The Galaxy S23 FE gets aluminium rings around the camera bumps. If you compare the back panel of the S23 FE with the regular S23, you’ll be hard-pressed to find any differences apart from their size.
The chunky aluminium frame on the Samsung Galaxy S23 FE is similar to the one we saw on the Galaxy A54 a few months ago. This frame has a matte finish in contrast to the glossy back panel. A sleeker frame would have massively amped up the ‘premium’ factor of the smartphone and brought it closer to the flagship segment. The right side of this frame houses the volume rocker and the power/Bixby key. The USB Type-C port, primary microphone, and speaker grille are positioned at the bottom edge. The left side of the frame is left bottomless while the SIM card slot and the secondary microphone lie at the top edge. The smartphone’s earpiece doubles up as a stereo speaker.
As you’d expect with a Samsung offering, the Galaxy S23 FE’s display is one of the best in its segment. It gets a 6.4-inch Dynamic AMOLED 2X unit with a 120Hz refresh rate. This display can reach a peak brightness of 1,450 nits under direct sunlight, which is an improvement over the Galaxy S21 FE. In comparison, the entry-level Galaxy S23 can reach 1,750 nits. The touch response and fluidity of this display are as good as its flagship counterpart. Scrolling through the interface and switching between different apps is a seamless experience. The display registers even the faintest of touches and its touch response rate is unmatched in this price segment.
Consuming Full HD content on this display is a very enjoyable experience. The videos pack a lot of detail and are tuned to perfect in terms of contrast and dynamic range. The 1,080 x 2,340p resolution is not the highest we’ve seen in this segment, but the image optimisation on this display does not make you feel like you’re missing out on anything. Surprisingly, there is no HDR support for Netflix on this smartphone. This is certainly not ideal, but it wasn’t a dealbreaker for us.
The only complaint we have is with the thickness of the bezels surrounding the display. Samsung loyalists will know what we’re talking about as this issue is prevalent across every series bar the flagship S23 lineup. The bezels on the Samsung Galaxy S23 FE get thicker around the chin, which is certainly not ideal given the smartphone’s price tag and costs it some brownie points in our review.
On the bright side, the smartphone gets an IP68 rating for dust and water resistance. While we didn’t dunk the device in a glass of water, it was unfazed by minor splashes and light rainfall. Samsung claims that the S23 FE is water resistant up to 1.5 metres for 30 minutes.
On paper, the Samsung Galaxy S23 FE performs decently, scoring 1,379 points on the single-core test and 3,606 points on the multi-core test on the Geekbench 6 app. However, in everyday use, the smartphone runs a little warm even while carrying out the most basic of tasks. We noticed the temperature of the phone rose after taking a few photographs under direct sunlight. The device warmed up even more drastically while recording 8K resolution videos. Heating issues aside, we did not come across any unwanted lags or stutters while using the smartphone. Routine tasks like web browsing, media playback, instant messaging, and video calling were handled with expertise.
There is some bad news for gamers, however. The thermal management issues become even more prominent while playing games like BGMI and Call of Duty Mobile. It takes around 10-15 minutes of gameplay for the smartphone to warm up. Not something you’d expect of a device in this price range. While we didn’t experience any major stuttering or frame drops during gameplay, the fluidity and seamlessness we were expecting were not delivered by the smartphone.
OS duties on the S23 FE are handled by Android 13 and One UI 5.1. There is a hint of bloatware in the form of Netflix, Facebook, Spotify, and a bunch of Microsoft apps. The good news is that the smartphone gets flagship-exclusive features like Samsung DeX and Knox security. On top of that, you also get privacy features like Secure Folder and Private Share. One UI also offers some cool video call effects, which allow users to change their background to a monochromatic colour, blur, or a different image on WhatsApp, Google Meet, and Facebook calls. Samsung promises 4 years of major OS upgrades and 5 years of security upgrades that are only surpassed by Google on the newest Pixel 8 series.
Samsung Galaxy S23 FE offers a pretty standard one-day battery cover. After a day of moderate to heavy usage, we were left with a 15-18% charge. With 25W charging support, the 4,500mAh battery takes just under an hour to fully charge.
The camera performance of the Samsung Galaxy S23 FE blows almost every smartphone in this category out of the water, as you’ll find out in this review. This is largely due to the updated 50MP main sensor which is also found on the flagship Galaxy S23. Images taken in outdoor conditions using the primary shooter were tuned to perfection. They displayed an excellent dynamic range, balanced contrast, and vibrant colours without coming across as too overprocessed. We were pleased with the way the sky was exposed in the images. Objects in the background were captured with an adequate level of detail.
The 12MP ultrawide camera surprised us with the way it retained the colour composition within the images. While the pictures feel a bit softer, they do not appear washed out at all. The same cannot be said about most of the smartphones in this price segment. You can rely on the Galaxy S23 FE’s ultrawide lens to take solid shots under ideal daylight conditions. The 8MP telephoto lens is a good addition to the smartphone’s camera array. The 3X optical zoom produces good results. Even with 5X zoom, there is no significant drop in image quality.
Another significant upgrade to the S23 FE’s camera is the ability to record videos in 8K. While the camera may warm up if you’re shooting in 8K under direct sunlight, the result is absolutely worth it. The smartphone can also record 4K videos at 30fps. The 10MP selfie camera up front takes good quality selfie shots without overcorrecting the skin tone and texture. It is capable of recording 4K videos at 30fps as well.
Step 2: Tap on Battery.
Step 3: Select More battery settings.
Step 4: If there is an option for Fast wireless charging, it means your smartphone supports wireless charging.
If you don’t have your smartphone’s retail box within reach, you can simply check the manufacturer’s website for the device’s spec sheet. Once you land on your smartphone’s product page, scan its specifications to check for wireless charging. If it isn’t mentioned in the battery or charging section, it is unlikely that your phone supports wireless charging.
If the smartphone manufacturer’s website does not give you any clue about its wireless charging specs, check its Amazon page. If the smartphone supports wireless charging, it will be mentioned in the ‘About this item’ section or the extended spec sheet at the bottom of the page.
Another quick way to confirm whether your phone supports wireless charging or not is by using the Wireless Charging Checker app by Widget7. This no-nonsense app lists your device’s model name, product code, and other details on the home page. Tap on Check Wireless Charging to know the results.
Qi is a wireless charging standard that is used on a lot of smartphones. Go to the Qi Inside website to check if your phone supports wireless charging. Click the name of your smartphone’s manufacturer and look for your model in the list. You can also scroll the page for the long list of all smartphone models that support Qi wireless charging.
This seems like a no-brainer option but some users may be hesitant to try it since wireless chargers rely on magnetic induction for powering a device. If you have a wireless charger nearby, you can place your phone on it to check whether it supports wireless charging. Your smartphone will not be harmed if it doesn’t have wireless charging support.
