More plastic: Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra may be the only flagship in the lineup with a glass body

This year, only the Samsung Galaxy S21 smartphone from the flagship S21 family has a plastic body, for which

received a lot of criticism, since glass is considered a more premium (and expensive) material. But now there are rumors that next year we will see even more plastic flagships.

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Sources say that in 2022 only the eldestThe Galaxy S22 Ultra model will feature a glass panel, while the Galaxy S22 and Galaxy S22+ may switch to “reinforced polycarbonate.” Of course, it is not as fragile as glass, but not everyone is willing to pay a considerable amount for a plastic flagship. On the other hand, due to the use of a polycarbonate back panel, the cost of new products may decrease.

In addition, such a solution will further distinguish the premium Galaxy S22 Ultra from its peers. In general, this was the case this year: only the Galaxy S21 Ultra can boast of stylus support.

The source emphasizes that Samsung has not yet acceptedThe final decision regarding the use of plastic in the Galaxy S22 and Galaxy S22+, so at least the Galaxy S22+ may still be left with Gorilla Glass.

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