Hands-on photos of the new Galaxy FE line

Senior Writer, Reviews

Wed, Oct 4, 2023, 2:00 AM

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The full 2023 Galaxy FE lineup
The 2023 Galaxy FE line consists of four devices: The Galaxy S23 FE, Galaxy Tab S9 FE/FE+ and the Galaxy Buds FE.
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The 2023 Galaxy FE lineup
Going forward, Samsung's FE branding will simply denote more affordable versions of flagship Galaxy devices.
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Galaxy Buds FE
The Galaxy Buds FE are basically cheaper versions of the Galaxy Buds 2, but without wireless charging.
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Galaxy Buds FE
The touch panels on the sides of the Galaxy Buds FE have also been flattened due to customer feedback.
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Galaxy Buds FE
The only way to recharge the Galaxy Buds FE's case is via a USB-C cable.
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The S23 FE in purple
Unlike many Galaxy A-series phones, the S23 FE features a Gorilla Glass 5 back instead of polycarbonate.
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Galaxy S23 FE design
Despite a lower price, the S23 FE has an almost identical design as the standard S23.
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Galaxy S23 FE
The S23 FE features three rear cameras including a telephoto lens with a 3x optical zoom.
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Galaxy S23 FE display
The S23 FE's 6.4-inch display is slightly larger than the standard S23 but a touch smaller than the S23+.
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The Galaxy S23 FE in mint
The S23 FE's best color may be its new mint hue.
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S23 FE sides
The S23 FE's chassis is made from matte aluminum.
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S23 FE in black
Unlike the other colors, the black S23 FE features a darker gunmetal gray frame.
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Galaxy Tab S9 FE/FE+
Only the smaller Galaxy Tab S9 FE will be available with optional 5G connectivity.
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Galaxy Tab S9 FE/FE+ S Pen
Just like on the standard model, the Galaxy Tab S9 FE comes with an included S Pen.
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Galaxy Tab S9 FE/FE+
Unlike the flagship model, the Galaxy Tab S9 FE only features two speakers instead of four.
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Galaxy Tab S9 FE/FE+ displays
The Galaxy Tab S9 FE features a 10.9-inch display while the Tab S9 FE+ features a 12.4-inch screen, with both sporting LCD instead of OLED panels.

<p>The 2023 Galaxy FE line consists of four devices: The Galaxy S23 FE, Galaxy Tab S9 FE/FE+ and the Galaxy Buds FE.</p>

<p>Going forward, Samsung's FE branding will simply denote more affordable versions of flagship Galaxy devices.</p>

<p>The Galaxy Buds FE are basically cheaper versions of the Galaxy Buds 2, but without wireless charging.</p>

<p>The touch panels on the sides of the Galaxy Buds FE have also been flattened due to customer feedback.</p>

<p>The only way to recharge the Galaxy Buds FE's case is via a USB-C cable.</p>

<p>Unlike many Galaxy A-series phones, the S23 FE features a Gorilla Glass 5 back instead of polycarbonate.</p>

<p>Despite a lower price, the S23 FE has an almost identical design as the standard S23.</p>

<p>The S23 FE features three rear cameras including a telephoto lens with a 3x optical zoom.</p>

<p>The S23 FE's 6.4-inch display is slightly larger than the standard S23 but a touch smaller than the S23+.</p>

<p>The S23 FE's best color may be its new mint hue.</p>

<p>The S23 FE's chassis is made from matte aluminum.</p>

<p>Unlike the other colors, the black S23 FE features a darker gunmetal gray frame.</p>

<p>Only the smaller Galaxy Tab S9 FE will be available with optional 5G connectivity.</p>

<p>Just like on the standard model, the Galaxy Tab S9 FE comes with an included S Pen.</p>

<p>Unlike the flagship model, the Galaxy Tab S9 FE only features two speakers instead of four.</p>

<p>The Galaxy Tab S9 FE features a 10.9-inch display while the Tab S9 FE+ features a 12.4-inch screen, with both sporting LCD instead of OLED panels.</p>