Samsung Galaxy S22 Problems: 5 Things You Need to Know

Samsung Galaxy S22, Galaxy S22+, and Galaxy S22 Ultra users are dealing with a variety of bugs and performance issues.

The Galaxy S22 series has received outstanding reviews. They’re excellent smartphones, but they’re far from perfect. We’ve seen numerous complaints from those who have adopted Samsung’s flagships.

While a lot of the issues pertain to the Android software powering the phones, we’ve also heard about hardware problems including screen defects.

The Galaxy S22 series is still fairly new and Samsung is still working to resolve some of the lingering problems with the devices. That being said, we’ll continue to see new issues emerge as people put more mileage on their phones.

In this guide you can learn about the current state of Galaxy S22 problems, potential fixes for these problems, places to find feedback, and what’s next in terms of Android software updates for these devices.

Galaxy S22 Problems

Galaxy S22, Galaxy S22+, and Galaxy S22 Ultra users are encountering performance issues and various bugs. Again, we’ve also heard about hardware problems as well.

The current list of Galaxy S22 problems includes abnormal battery drain, Wi-Fi problems, Bluetooth issues, issues with first and third-party apps, issues with biometrics, an issue that prevents some users from getting messages, issues connecting to Galaxy Watches, screen defects, Android Auto issues, screen refresh issues impacting streaming apps like Netflix, charging issues, screen refresh issues, GPS issues, UI lag, sound problems, and a variety of other issues.

Again, this list will grow as people continue to use, and buy, these devices and as more Galaxy S22 users upgrade to Samsung’s Android 13 update.

Where to Find Feedback

If you own a Galaxy S22, Galaxy S22+, or Galaxy S22 Ultra, or if you’re thinking about buying one, keep an eye on feedback from other users.

There are several places to find feedback about the Galaxy S22 series’ performance. We recommend taking a look at XDA-Developers, the Galaxy S22 Reddit, and the Android Reddit.

If you live in the United States you’ll also want to keep your eyes on the official AT&T, Verizon, and T-Mobile forums if you’re on one of those networks.

We also recommend poking around on social media sites like Twitter and YouTube for feedback about the Galaxy S22 series’ current performance.

We’ll also provide you with the latest information about Android updates for the Galaxy S22 so keep an eye out for new information.

Prepare for Android Software Updates

Samsung and its partners will fix a lot of problems, but Android software updates often bring problems of their own.

When you use your Galaxy S22, Galaxy S22+, or Galaxy S22 Ultra there’s a chance you’re prompted to download a new version of Android. New updates can cause problems so you’ll want to prepare your device for the move to a new firmware.

There’s no way to predict exactly how new software will impact your phone’s performance. Some of you will see a performance boost, others will run into issues. This is precisely why you should spend some time prepping your phone for the move.

Here’s what we recommend doing before installing new software on your Galaxy S22, Galaxy 22+, or Galaxy S22 Ultra:

Follow these steps and you should be able to avoid major issues with the latest software.

How to Fix Galaxy S22 Problems

If you encounter issues on on your Galaxy S22, Galaxy S22+, or Galaxy S22 Ultra, there’s a good chance you’ll be able to fix the problem on your own.

If you run into an issue, take a look at our list of fixes for common Galaxy problems. We’ve also released a guide that could help you fix battery life issues.

If you don’t find what you’re looking for in our guides, you should check out the XDA’s Galaxy S22 forums, your carrier support forum (AT&T, T-Mobile, Verizon), and the Galaxy S22 Reddit for potential fixes.

You can also get in touch with Samsung or your provider on social media sites like Twitter. Samsung’s also got a customer support line that could help.

You’ll also want to upgrade your phone to the latest firmware if an upgrade is available. Samsung’s software updates typically bring much-needed bug fixes with them.

Make sure you poke around for feedback about the latest version of Android before you make your move.

What’s Next

Samsung will continue to push monthly security patches to the Galaxy S22 series and, again, these updates often include bug fixes for lingering issues.

Software support for the Galaxy S22, Galaxy S22+, and Galaxy S22 Ultra will last for years. Samsung currently provides five years of support to flagship devices.

If your carrier offers an Android update schedule, keep an eye on it for details about upcoming software updates. Carriers like Rogers, Fido, and Telus in Canada and Vodafone in Australia like to keep their customers informed about upcoming Android software updates.

If your carrier has a similar schedule available, you might want to bookmark it and keep an eye out for details regarding incoming software updates for your Galaxy S22, Galaxy S22+, or Galaxy S22 Ultra model.

For more on Samsung’s Android 12 updates, have a look at our guide. And for more information about Android 13 and One UI 5, have a look at our guide.

Wait for Performance Improvements

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Apple always makes year-to-year performance improvements to the iPhone so you can expect the iPhone 15 series to come with numerous changes. You can expect the iPhone 15 models to feature an improved processor which could lead to better battery life and app performance. The higher-end iPhone 15 models should feature Apple’s new A17 chip though we could see the lower-end come with Apple’s A16, the same processor that powers the iPhone 14 Pro and iPhone 14 Pro Max. Rumors suggest the iPhone 15 series might come with a brand new processor based on TSMC’s next-gen 3nm chip technology. The process is expected to enhance performance while also reducing power consumption. In other words, we should see faster phones with better battery life. Qualcomm’s announced a new 5G Snapdragon X70 modem which is expected to launch in devices this year. It didn’t make it into the iPhone 14 series but there’s a good chance it lands inside all four iPhone 15 models next year. Apple is reportedly working on its own modem but we may not see it until 2024 or 2025. TrendForce thinks Apple’s in-house modem will debut in 2024 while analyst Jeff Pu believes Apple will stick with Qualcomm and its unannounced Snapdragon X75 in 2024. Leaker Majin Bu says the iPhone 15 Ultra will start at 256GB of storage while the iPhone 15 Pro will start with 128GB.  Taiwanese research firm TrendForce predicts Apple will put an increased 8GB of RAM into the upcoming iPhone 15 Pro models. The standard iPhone 15 models may still carry 6GB of RAM. It’s still early, but you can expect additional iPhone 15 rumors to outline some of the other potential performance enhancements in the coming months.

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