Galaxy S22 Ultra captures SA digital disruptors on can’t-miss glamorous cover

Shot with the Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra 5G, the latest from Glamor magazine Disruptors number is a captivating showcase of the future of digital storytelling. Behind the lens, industry disruptor Niquita Bento was armed with a dazzling array of photography tools on the Galaxy S22 Ultra. To create dynamic and authentic content, she chose a bright and bold approach – featuring lifestyle content creators and Samsung brand partners Kay Ngonyama, Nabilah Kariem and Linda Mtoba.

Armed with his previously acquired knowledge using the innovative technologies introduced in the Galaxy S21 Ultra, Niquito explored the groundbreaking new features, including the largest pixel sensor ever designed by Samsung. This allowed her to create vivid interpretations of lighting conditions, capture the intricate details of designer outfits, and express each influencer’s unique and compelling identity. The Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra 5G clearly proved it was made to break the rules of what a smartphone can do, perfectly aligned with people who challenge the conventional approach to content creation.

Bento made full use of Samsung’s smartest camera and editing suite for this unmissable glamorous shoot. The famous trio of Linda, Kay and Nabilah were stunningly captured in evocative looks and mesmerizing perspectives, which reflected their personalities. Focused and trendy, the Galaxy S22 Ultra 5G helped curate memorable Glamor coverage and behind-the-scenes story. This new approach to fashion photography is a captivating demonstration of the growing popularity of smartphone cameras among professionals and keen amateurs. Young and influential content creators benefit from cutting-edge technologies, such as adaptive lenses, scene-enhancing AI features, and batteries that can last up to two days.¹. Additionally, with the Galaxy Note fan-favorite S Pen now integrated into the Galaxy S22 Ultra, the Glamor team was able to take notes, jot down ideas, and sketch out possible improvements to the overall vision for the shoot.

The Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra 5G is a smartphone designed to exceed expectations and create content to match the DSLR cameras used by professional photographers. The Glamor team was clearly impressed with the smartphone’s advanced camera capabilities, including Auto Frame². When only one person is in view, the camera stays focused on them and tracks their movement to keep the shot centered, and if another person enters the frame, the camera widens its view to include the second person as well.

Commenting on the collaboration, Glamor South Africa Editor-in-Chief Nontando Mposo said, “The Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra 5G is an impressive phone that delivers quality pictures and videos. Game-changing features like Auto Frame, designed to automatically capture all three disruptors, allowing us to focus on other key creative aspects. This collaboration with Samsung was a natural alignment as Glamor prides itself on producing high quality visuals paired with storytelling. The cover and behind-the-scenes video were shot with the Galaxy S22 Ultra 5G and the results are stunning! It proved how far the phone is ahead of its peers when it comes to crisp visuals that can rival any pro camera. The Samsung and Glamor brands are passionate about pioneering partnerships that move the needle forward.

“Galaxy S22 Ultra is designed for visionary content creators – those who want camera capabilities created for a rapidly changing digital world. It has been especially rewarding to work with partner brands who have a natural affinity with the device, because they themselves have used it to enhance their digital storytelling. It’s a celebration of technology that reflects a human need to express themselves in unique ways, an empowering lens that gives us insight people who interact with stories designed to inspire,” said Dudu Mokholo, Chief Marketing Officer, Samsung Africa.

The Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra 5G represents remarkable advancements in content creation, where fashion, lifestyle and technology are delightfully intertwined. Designed for unimaginable levels of self-expression, young content creators in South Africa can now direct, produce and curate content that captures the imagination, similar to this Galaxy S22 Ultra 5G collaboration and Glamor l ‘has proved. This must-have Glamor edition is now available.

¹Estimated against the usage profile of an average/typical user. Independently evaluated by Strategy Analytics between 2021.12.08–12.20 in US and UK with pre-release versions of SM-S901, SM-S906, SM-S908 under default setting using 5G Sub6 networks (NOT tested under the 5G mmWave network). Actual battery life varies by network environment, features and apps used, frequency of calls and messages, number of times charged, and many other factors. Total usage time with a fully charged device may vary depending on usage behavior.

²Auto framing only available in movie mode