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Samsung x Thom Browne: The Legacy of Fashion-Forward Tech Innovations
Yesterday, Samsung launched the Galaxy Z Fold 5 Thom Browne Edition, with a release set for September 12. Prior to the Fold 5, the company collaborated with the fashion designer for the Galaxy Z Fold 3 and Galaxy Z Fold 2. Each Thom Browne Edition is extraordinarily crafted with precision to tell a distinctive story.
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Following the success of its first collaboration, Samsung released multiple Thom Browne collections of both foldables and wearables. Since launching the first Galaxy Z series Thom Browne Edition, both companies have made history by fusing timeless style and futuristic mobile technology.
Samsung x Thom Browne: The Legacy of Fashion-Forward Tech Innovations
Samsung worked to capture Thom Browne’s unique design identity in the Galaxy Z Fold 2 by adding the signature Thom Browne stripe on the device’s back glass using an innovative technique that made the logo appear to have a fabric texture.
With a thematic design and customized icons, the Galaxy Z Fold 2 Thom Browne Edition enabled users to curate a style that was all their own through various lock screen backgrounds featuring Thom Browne art sketches that could be changed each day of the week.
The Galaxy Z Fold 2 Thom Browne Edition package includes the Galaxy Z Fold2, Galaxy Watch 3 (41mm model), and Galaxy Buds Live as well as a special phone case and watch strap accessories.
In its second evolution, the Galaxy Z Fold3 Thom Browne Edition made a striking return with a modern design reminiscent of a classic white suit. Thom Browne’s signature colors bordered the new matte white finish and the shiny silver hinge added to the design, enhancing reflections from light.
When the Galaxy Z Fold 3 users turned on their Thom Browne Edition, they encountered a UX that brought the brand’s unique identity to life. Unfolding the device revealed a theme with Thom Browne’s signature stripe, while the home and lock screens were decorated with original sketches.
The Galaxy Z Fold3 Thom Browne Edition package includes the Galaxy Z Fold 3 and S Pen Pro, Galaxy Watch 4 (40mm model), and Galaxy Buds 2 as well as a special phone case and watch strap accessories.
The Galaxy Z Fold5 Thom Browne Edition is stepping onto the runway in 2023 with a sleek, commanding design reminiscent of a black suit. The refined back glass stands out with Thom Browne’s signature colors — Red, White and Blue — and the hinge and camera ring sport a gold hue.
Using black frames to bring everything together, this iteration blends different materials and colors for a touch of whimsy. Besides, the case is dressed to the nines, featuring a brogue stitch design and black pebble grain leather, the same material used exclusively by Thom Browne.
The Galaxy Z Fold 5 Thom Browne Edition package includes the Galaxy Z Fold 5 and S Pen, Galaxy Watch 6 (40mm model) as well as special phone cases and S Pen pouch and watch strap accessories.
Samsung revealed its Project Infinity, which aims to make your Galaxy devices safer against cyber threats. Android is vulnerable due to its open-source nature, making regular security updates necessary for your Galaxy phone’s security.
Project Infinity of Samsung is a classified operation, working on safeguarding Galaxy devices and users around the clock for safer operations. Samsung Newsroom has recently published a blog post, revealing insights from specialist meetings.
Cyber Threat Intelligence
Samsung’s Cyber Threat Intelligence (CTI) taskforce is a reconnaissance unit within Project Infinity along with the Red (RED), Blue (BLUE), and Purple (PURPLE) Teams, which go beyond lab conditions to identify real-world dangers.
- RED and BLUE perform proactive attack and defense functions, seeking out vulnerabilities and taking measures against them.
- PURPLE is a special operations unit that acts as both a sword and shield for specific critical areas.
It’s worth noting that Samsung has deployed RED, BLUE, and PURPLE teams in various countries including Vietnam, Poland, Ukraine and Brazil. CTI is dedicated to identifying potential threats and stopping hackers from taking control of your device.
“Once we spot these kinds of threats, we collaborate with developers and operators to lock everything down for preventing attacks,” said Ranger, a CTI member.
Samsung Security Updates
Earlier this year, Samsung announced it to support flagship Galaxy devices for seven years. The new policy applies to all flagship Galaxy devices launched after the Galaxy S24 series. It’s the longest software support offered by any mobile brand.
These updates mean customers can safely use their phones for longer. As cyber threats become more common than you think, security updates are much more crucial to safeguard your Galaxy from any potential threat of vulnerability.
Owners of select Samsung Smart TVs, monitors, The Premiere 7 & 9 projectors, or The Freestyle 2nd Gen can stream Call of Duty: Black Ops 6, Flight Simulator 2024 and hundreds of other games with Gaming Hub Xbox Game Pass.
Call of Duty: Black Ops 6 and Flight Simulator 2024 are two of the most popular games of 2024. Thanks to Samsung Gaming Hub, you don’t need to download any of the Xbox Game Pass titles, no meaning no storage required – just jump in and play.
The company has also built an engaging gameplay experience designed by fans, for fans through The Six, challenging players’ knowledge and providing another way to interact with the world of Call of Duty: Black Ops 6.
Notably, Samsung’s Gaming Hub is available on a variety of Samsung screens. It includes the AI-powered 2024 TV lineup, monitors, projectors, The Premiere, and The Freestyle 2nd Gen projector, offering instant access to console-free gaming.
Anyone with a Samsung Smart TV will be able to use their remote to jump in and play. This way, Gaming Hub provides a co-branded experience, giving Call of Duty fans another way to engage with the franchise they love.
For starters: The Six offers daily trivia where players can answer a series of six questions in competition with other players around the world. Correct answers with the fastest response time will achieve higher scores.
Samsung could launch the Galaxy ixi-O AI Phone next year. The company has collaborated with LG Uplus to develop a custom smartphone. The device is said to feature Galaxy AI and LG Uplus’s AI call assistant ixi-O.
Sources citing KEDGlobal revealed that Samsung and LG Uplus working together to develop the Galaxy ixi-O AI Phone. It’s a big development in the smartphone industry, while the handset is highly likely to be Korea-limited.
Samsung fans are well aware of the Galaxy AI feature suite. ixi-O is an AI-powered digital assistant developed by Korean carrier LG Uplus. The company plans to enter the smartphone market, featuring its own-developed AI assistant.
The report indicates that Samsung and LG Uplus’ ixi-O AI Phone will launch as early as next year. The development project focuses on crafting a “real AI phone” that goes beyond simply integrating AI assistant services into a smartphone.
ixi-O comes with useful features such as AI call answering, detecting voice phishing in real-time, recording and summarizing phone calls and converting voice conversation into text – all within an on-device environment.
Image: ixi-O AI | LG Uplus Newsroom
Based on specifications, the Galaxy ixi-O AI Phone will be based on a Galaxy phone available globally. The design will match with a global Galaxy smartphone, but the software may be tweaked as per the carrier’s requirements.
A custom Galaxy phone isn’t shocking or impossible in South Korea. Samsung releases Quantum, Buddy, and Jump-branded phones in the market. The company collaborates with Korean carriers to bring these devices to mainland Korea.
The carrier introduced an on-device AI-powered ixi-O assistant earlier this month. LG Uplus will initially target its consumer base for the new AI Phone. However, the AI Assistant may be expanded to a broader audience across Korea.