In this article, I'm gonna be talking about my experience using the Samsung Ecosystem. (This is by no means bragging, or flexing, this is really based on my experience in using all 3 devices).
Prior from jumping into the Samsung Ecosystem, I've been known to use all kinds of tech from different brands, but for work, I'm often seen with a Mac and an iPhone simply because of the seamless experience of having to use both.
However, it is also because of that "idea" that irritates me to a certain extent simply because of the limitations of what that brand does with their products when interacting with other people, at the same time the cost of how much you'd have to spend just to be up to date.
One of the reason why I got the Samsung Galaxy S21 FE despite having the S22 series made available from the time of purchase is mainly a few things namely the following:
1. Price
2. Specifications
3. Feel in the hand
2. Specifications
3. Feel in the hand
Sure the Galaxy S22 (any of the 3) series would've been a great upgrade over the iPhone I was using at the time, but then again, I felt it was just a bit too much spending already considering that I was also gunning for other accessories to go along with it. I do have alternate smartwatches and earbuds available, however, it can get a little frustrating when one doesn't properly work with the other.
The phone I was using prior only had about 64 GB of internal storage, and although to my usage 64 GB is more than enough, there would be times where my storage would get easily filled with pictures and videos (because of my line of work) and would not have enough room for updates, etc.
Spec wise, well it is technically it is a flagship and pretty much caters to my needs which is more than enough, it can provide forms of entertainment, play games, take great photos, pretty much what you'd expect from a 2021 flagship.
As for the feel in the hand, this is where it'll be subjective to most but to me it feels great even without a case.
The Galaxy Buds 2 - simply put is amazing, even though I've acquired different buds from different brands, this to me is the best and provides that same seamless experience when paired with a Samsung smartphone.I remember when I was still using the iPhone and bought Airpods, the connection was just magic, since it gives off the impression that you're using wired earbuds. However, 2 major downsides of the Airpods that literally makes the Galaxy Buds 2 superior aside from being more affordable is the fact that this already comes with noise cancelling which enhances the overall listening experience.
I do like how compact it is making it pocket friendly, easily customizable with cases from Samsung or from 3rd party providers and the pairing system is spot on .
The Galaxy Watch 5 on the other hand , based on my experience and usage is a great upgrade from my previous Galaxy Watch 3. It may have missed out on the rotating bezel, which is indeed a crowd favourite, but personally I don't see that as a loss, like most tech, if a device has a moveable part and you accidentally hit something, that can lead to physical damage and I'm glad the Galaxy Watch 5 didn't have it.
Pairing this with my Galaxy S21 FE, was a breeze, pretty much took me less than 5 minutes, including the boot up and updates and you do also have the benefits of customizing the device as you would on a smartphone.
You can even use short video clips (turned GIFs) as a wallpaper, kind of like the live wallpaper you'd get on an Android smartphone.
Now I wouldn't say I've already gotten used to the Samsung Ecosystem entirely, since there isn't a Galaxy Book in the Philippines, but having to use these 3 devices on a daily basis, just makes things a lot more convenient for me to do my daily tasks, be it for work or play.
At this point in time, I'm still very much happy with this combo, and I pretty much don't see myself upgrading to anything else anytime soon, or probably with the upcoming S23 (if the budget permits).
Hopefully, the Galaxy Book comes around, or perhaps a Galaxy Tab S series would be a great addition, but for now, I can say I am a proud Samsung user and will continue to embrace the ecosystem to the fullest.
Let me know in the comments on what you're thoughts are? Have you also done the same or is planning to? Let me know in the comments!😀
