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Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra aims to upstage Apple’s Satellite lead
Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra could finally challenge Apple’s Satellite lead. The smartphone has recently been certified by the CQC authority in China. The document suggests key information about the device including charging support.
Satellite connectivity support is finally coming in Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra (via IceUniverse). It’s a pretty useful feature, which may become a boon when you are in need of help but have no network coverage to reach emergency services.
Google’s recently launched Pixel 9 series also supports satellite messaging features. It seems Samsung was waiting for Google to adopt the technology. Now, certification of an alleged S25 Ultra indicates at arrival of Samsung’s Satellite SOS tech.
Apple, with iPhone 14, introduced the Satellite SOS functionality. Huawei has also introduced various features through Satellite communication. The Chinese phone maker expanded the feature across devices including smartwatches.
Galaxy S25 Ultra design:
Yesterday, we got our first look at the Galaxy S25 Ultra courtesy of Onleaks. The smartphone features slightly rounded corners and iPhone-like flat frame. The camera ring design is in question, which may vary from the leaked renders.
Apple’s Satellite SOS tech:
With Emergency SOS via satellite, if an Apple user cannot reach emergency services because no cellular or Wi-Fi coverage is available, an easy-to-use interface appears on the iPhone to get the user help utilizing a satellite connection.
Starting with iPhone 14, the US tech giant brought Satellite SOS to new iPhone models including the iPhone 16. Samsung was facing criticism over neglecting such a feature that become a basic functionality in flagship phones nowadays.
45W wired charging:
Samsung’s 45W charging tech will continue to debut in the Galaxy S25 Ultra. The company is not considering to boost the charging speed on its next flagship. It shows the commitment to offer a reliable experience without thinking about the race of Watts.
Samsung Galaxy S23 FE smartphones are getting One UI 6.1.1 update on Verizon network carrier in the US. This update brings new features and enhancements to deliver a better performance.
One UI 6.1.1 update brings a bundle of new features including Galaxy AI’s Sketch Conversion, AI photo styles, text auto-completion, real-time translation for calls and text in images, new PDF tools, and dynamic wallpapers that change with the weather and time of day.
Along with the new features, the update improves the system’s security and stability by fixing a bunch of issues to provide a better experience. You can install the update via Settings >> Software Update >> Download and Install.
Latest Firmware
One UI 6.1.1 update for Samsung Galaxy S23 FE smartphone o Verizon network carrier in the US can be identified through One UI build S711USQU5CXH8.
Users will have to download a 2.5GB software package to install the update. The update is currently rolling out to locked models and will expand soon. However, Galaxy S23 FE users are already enjoying the update in India and Korea.
Aside from this, Samsung is regularly working to make the One UI 7 Beta update available for the latest Galaxy flagships. This beta update lets Galaxy users enjoy new features and improvements of One UI 7 ahead of the official release. While the specific date has not been revealed yet, expected to be released soon.
Samsung Galaxy S23 FE gets AI boost with One UI 6.1.1 update
Samsung Galaxy S25 Plus existence confirmed in a new battery leak. The company will likely fuel the S25 Plus with the same battery as its predecessor. Is 4900mAh enough in 2025 when rival brands considering 5500mAh and beyond?
The Galaxy S25 Plus could be equipped with a 4900mAh battery. GalaxyClub reports that the S25+’s battery will have a rated capacity of 4,755mAh. It suggests that no battery upgrade in this year’s Plus model, unlike the Galaxy S24 series.
Samsung could launch the Galaxy S25 lineup in January 2025. Since the battery upgrade isn’t likely, the efficiency is expected to be improved. This year’s flagship models will use a 3nm-based chipset, compared to the 4nm of the S24 series.
This generational change is massive, as the smaller chip size will result in increased battery life. That said, the same 4900mAh battery is quite promising – paired with optimized software, it will marginally boost the performance.
While Chinese phone makers upping the battery capacity game, Samsung fans shouldn’t have to worry about it. It is noted that flagship Galaxy phones offer better battery performance than their rivals having larger battery cells.
The Galaxy S25 Plus will most likely use the Snapdragon 8 Gen 4 Galaxy chip. It is being manufactured by TSMC using its 3nm process technology. Therefore, we can expect a slight increment in terms of battery efficiency.
Samsung has released a new update for its Keyboard app with version 5.9.00.54. This update is available on the Galaxy Store with a package size of 101.92MB. The update brings some improvements and fixes to enhance user experience.
The latest update improves the app’s functionality for smoother performance. It includes enhancements to some features to help users type more efficiently and with fewer errors.
Additionally, the update addresses some issues that were present in previous versions of the app. By fixing these bugs, Samsung aims to provide a more stable and reliable typing experience.
Users who have encountered glitches or performance issues with the keyboard will likely notice significant improvements after this update. However specific details of changes and fixes are not provided but users can expect a more enhanced and user-friendly performance.
To take advantage of these improvements, users should update their Samsung Keyboard app by visiting either the Google Play Store or the Samsung Galaxy Store. To do so, visit Galaxy Store >> Menu option >> Updates.
Also, you can download the Samsung Keyboard 5.9.00.54 update through the third-party app link mentioned here. Users are advised to download this update to benefit from the latest enhancements and enjoy a better typing experience on their Samsung devices.