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[US too] Samsung begins Android 13/One UI 5.0 rollout for Galaxy A13 5G in Europe

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Samsung Galaxy A13 5G One UI 6.1 update

Samsung Galaxy A13 5G smartphone users are getting an Android 13-based One UI 5.0 update. After Europe, the update is now available for the carrier-locked version of the Galaxy A13 5G smartphone in the US.

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You can identify the latest update via One UI build version A136USQU3CVK9. Based on Android 13, the major One UI version update comes with a bunch of new features and improvements to provide a seamless experience. Furthermore, the update also installs November 2022 security patch to improve system security and stability.

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How to update

Samsung consumers can check new software updates manually with a handful of simple steps. Firstly, visit your Galaxy device’s “System Settings,” once done, scroll down and tap the “Software update” tab, followed by the “Download and install” button.


December 5, 2022: Europe

Samsung starts rolling out Android 13-based One UI 5.0 update for the Galaxy A13 5G smartphone in Europe. The new firmware update carries PDA release number A136BXXU2BVK3 and is packed with plenty of new features as well as a new security patch.

Earlier, Samsung rolled out the One UI 5.0 software for Galaxy A22 5G budget smartphone, which shows how impressively the rollout is expanding. We guess the company could conclude the Android 13 distribution for all eligible phones in December itself.

A year back, the South Korean tech giant announced the Galaxy A13 budget 5G smartphone for consumers. Later, the company expanded the availability of this phone to various countries worldwide. Notably, it was shipped with Android 11-based One UI 3.x and upgraded to Android 12-based One UI 4 in Q2 this year.

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Samsung offers major OS upgrades up to four years, but the Galaxy A13 5G is eligible for two generations of Android updates. Therefore, if you own the Galaxy A13, you device won’t be seeing any major firmware upgrade in the future, however, security patches will continue to arrive.

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Samsung flips the foldable market script with bold comeback

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Samsung Fold Flip 6 August 2024 update US India

Samsung made a strong return in the worldwide foldable market in the third quarter of the year. IDC reports that the global foldable smartphone market had a sharp shakeup during the July-September period this year.

The company faced intense competition from Chinese brands in the first half of 2024. However, its aggressive strategy and innovative devices such as the Galaxy Z Fold 6 and Z Flip 6 have pushed it back to the forefront once again.

IDC highlights that the foldable market grew by 23.6% during the third quarter. It shows the gradually increasing shift toward the new form factor. Huawei recently launched the world’s first tri-fold phone which has two foldable screens.

In particular, Samsung’s share in the foldable market rose from 14.8% in Q2 to 51.2% in Q3. This impressive performance is a testament to the success of their latest foldable handsets and targetted marketing strategies.

IDC Samsung Q3 2024 Foldable

IDC report on 3Q24 Foldable Smartphone Market

Xiaomi, Honor, Huawei, and Motorola continue to be formidable players, collectively holding a 48.8% market share in the quarter ended on September 30. Among them, Samsung foldables are only available in the mass market.

Samsung working on its tri-fold phone. Recently, the US patent authority published a Samsung patent, revealing its plans for new form factors. The company may launch rollable and tri-fold display smartphones in the future.

Galaxy Z Fold Special Edition

Samsung launched a slimmer and larger foldable phone – Galaxy Z Fold Special Edition – in South Korea and China. The initial three stocks in Korea and the first in China sold out within minutes after the opening of the sale.

It is expected that the next Galaxy Z Fold, which will launch in 2025, will be inspired by the Galaxy Z Fold Special Edition’s design and specifications. A durable hinge and display will likely debut alongside a powerful camera setup.

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Samsung May Launch Galaxy S25 Slim Sooner Than Expected

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Samsung Galaxy S25 Slim

Samsung could launch Galaxy S25 Slim alongside the S25 series next year. Recently, the launch date of the Galaxy S25 series has been allegedly revealed. The report also indicates that the S25 Slim’s official unveiling could also happen at the same time.

According to FNNews, Galaxy S25 Slim could launch at Samsung Unpacked 2025 alongside the S25 series. With the S24 series earlier this year, Samsung shared a sneak peek at the Galaxy Ring, which went on sale in July this year.

The next big product could be a sleek smartphone. We’ve heard April 2025 is the Galaxy S25 Slim launch timeframe. The revelation of the S25 Slim is worth looking at as it could bring potential Galaxy S26 series design changes.

Samsung is making sure the development of the Slim model to completed sooner. If the development and testing conclude early, the S25 Slim may come out alongside the Galaxy S25 series in January 2025 itself.

The Korean tech giant aiming for an early launch to gain an advantage in the thickness competition with Apple. The iPhone maker is also reportedly working on a thinner model, which could be marked as the iPhone Air next year.

Pay attention, the S25 Slim will be as powerful as the S25 flagship. The only difference could be in thickness, which is yet to be known. Meanwhile, the report suggests that the S25 Slim could measure less than 7.6mm thickness.

The slim model has the same performance as the Galaxy S25 but is thinner and more convenient. The specific thickness has not been disclosed yet, but it is likely to be thinner than the vanilla Galaxy S24 (7.6mm).

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[Report] Samsung starts 3nm Exynos 2500 production, but it may not power Galaxy S25

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Samsung 3nm Exynos 2500 Production

Samsung started mass production of Exynos 2500 using its cutting edge 3nm process node, Seoul Economic Daily reports. While the production commenced as an unexpected development, the chip won’t power the Galaxy flagship that you think.

According to the report (via Jukanlosreve), Samsung Foundry recently kicked off Exynos 2500 AP’s mass production using wafers at the Hwaseong S3 facility with 3nm process tech. The processor is expected to be featured in the Galaxy Z Flip 7 next year.

Last year, Samsung announced the Exynos 2500 will be made using a 3nm process node. It was anticipated to power the Galaxy S25 series. However, the low yield rate led the company to push the commercialization to the Z Flip 7.

This development could provide both expanded use of the chip, valuable mass production experience, and increased revenue. It could also serve as a stepping stone for the 2nm products scheduled for mass production next year.

Fabricating flagship SoCs usually takes about 5 to 6 months. That said, the timeframe aligns with the tentative Galaxy Z Flip 7 debut in July next year. The MX Division reportedly planned to ship 3.9 million units of the Z Flip 7 and Z Flip FE next year.

An industry insider stated, “This suggests that the MX division has concluded that the Exynos 2500’s performance is suitable for the new smartphone and has placed an order with the DS division.”

Samsung Exynos 2500

It’s a bold move by Samsung that could provide a lifeline to the Device Solutions Division. The company’s semiconductor business has been struggling in the recent past, particularly in the foundry and system LSI business units.

Although mass production of the AP has started, it is reported that yields are currently unstable, hovering around 20%. The lower yield rate harmed Samsung much as it left out winning clients for 3nm product manufacturing this year.

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