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Samsung shifting Taylor US chip fab to 2nm process: Report
Samsung seems to be intentionally delaying its Taylor chip fab. A new report indicates that Samsung is shifting its Taylor chip plant to the 2nm process technology in the US. The facility was initially planned to mass produce 4nm semiconductors.
According to Digitimes, Samsung is shifting its Taylor US chip plant to a 2nm process. Relevant reports say that the semiconductor facility is unlikely to be fully operational for another two years. As a result, the fabrication facility is scheduled to begin operations by 2026.
In particular, the first phase of Samsung’s Taylor chip unit will likely be operational by the first half of 2024. Despite commencement, the production of the company’s 4nm and 2nm chipsets won’t begin until 2026. Therefore, it could be an intentional delay in switching to 2nm process.
A spokesperson for Samsung confirmed to MySA that the company does not have a specific date for an opening event at this time.
Back in April 2024, the South Korean tech giant revealed details about subsidy under the CHIPS Act. Samsung disclosed that it would get up to $6.4 billion in direct funding from the US govt. Notably, the company has invested $18 billion in operating two fabs in Austin, Texas.
HD images of Samsung’s upcoming Galaxy Watch Ultra, Watch 7, Buds 3 Pro have leaked. Courtesy of Evan Blass, we now have official images of Galaxy Unpacked products, two weeks ahead of the official unveiling.
Starting with the HD images of Galaxy Watch Ultra, Samsung has made it quite precious. It would feature Apple’s Watch Ultra-like bands, making it stand apart from the Standard and Classic variants.
The Galaxy Watch 7 continues to bring Samsung’s signature smartwatch design. It will have touchscreen bezels. The band may get upgraded with an Ultra-model feel but without dual clasp element.
The Galaxy Buds 3 and Galaxy Buds 3 Pro are also shown in all their glory. These products are also inspired by Apple’s AirPods, bringing stems and vents for multi-purpose enhancements.
Samsung has reportedly fueled the Galaxy Buds 3 Pro with Mercedez-like LED light strips on stems. However, it remains to be seen whether the LED will glow in Pure White or in RGB format.
Samsung will also launch the Galaxy Z Flip 6 and Galaxy Z Fold 6 foldables. The former retains the same design, while the latter will have a slightly wider cover screen, making it more useful in unfolded state.
Samsung is planning to release a new software update for the Galaxy S24 series soon to address the issue with the Gallery’s photo editing mode. The moderator has confirmed this information through a post on the Samsung community.
Users of the Galaxy S24 series have reported an issue with photo editing on the Gallery app after moving photos using the Smart Switch app. This issue is particularly noticeable when photos edited in the Gallery app’s editing mode are not saving properly after the transfer.
Samsung is already aware of this issue and is preparing to release a new software update to fix it. Users may soon receive a notification prompting them to update their device. It is expected that the July 2024 security update will fix this issue.
To update your Galaxy S24 smartphone, go to Settings and then scroll down and select Software Update. If an update is available, tap Download and Install to start updating your device. It is important to keep your device software up-to-date to ensure it functions optimally.
One UI 6.1.1 update to include improved side button functionality
Samsung has released the One UI 6 Watch Beta 2 update after initiating the beta program in mid-June 2024. This new beta update fixes initial issues and implements user feedback to improve the user experience.
The updated version of the One UI 6 Watch Beta 2 update can be identified through the firmware ending with ZXFB. This beta update is currently live for users in the US and Korea.
The update focuses on improving system stability, fixing reboot issues, and optimizing battery usage. It also enhances app performance and includes several other enhancements for a better overall experience.
To access the latest beta software, open the Galaxy Wearable app, access Galaxy Watch settings, proceed to Watch software update, and select Download and Install. Users need to back up important data before proceeding with the update to prevent any potential data loss.
