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Rumor: Samsung plans Snapdragon in Galaxy S25 line, MediaTek in S25 FE
Samsung could rely on the Snapdragon 8 Elite (8 Gen 4) in the Galaxy S25 series. Some rumors indicating MediaTek Dimensity 9400 in the vanilla S25 seem untrue, as Samsung is reportedly considering it in the S25 FE.
According to a new rumor, the Galaxy S25 FE could use MediaTek Dimensity 9400 SoC. Samsung’s upcoming Galaxy S25 lineup could exclusively equip Qualcomm’s new Snapdragon 8 Elite or 8 Gen 4 (whatever the name would be).
The South Korean tech giant could not be able to mass produce the Exynos 2500 on its 3nm process. Some media reports that the yield rate is just 20-30%, which is way too lower than the required rate for mass production.
Samsung is reconsidering its product strategy to maintain dominance in the market. Recently, the company apologized to investors, consumers, and employees for slow innovation. We could see many major developments in the future.
The Galaxy S25 series should not compromise on the chipset aspect. Processor is the brain of any smartphone and Samsung must pick the best solution for its flagships. The stronger the SoC, the more attention the S25 series would grab.
Previously, Samsung promised to launch the Exynos 2500 based on a 3nm process. The company has been struggling with lower-than-expected yields. Now, the situation could not be improved and Snapdragon is the only solution to be opted for.
Snapdragon 8 Elite is being manufactured using TSMC’s 3nm process. Qualcomm has also developed the Oryon central processing unit. The new architecture could bring a significant boost in terms of performance and efficiency.
Samsung has released a new update for the Home Up module in its Good Lock app, which brings One UI 7 support. This new update arrives with version 16.0.00.1 for Galaxy devices.
The fresh update adds support for One UI 7 based on Android 15. This means that when One UI 7 is released, the Home Up app will work smoothly with it. While there isn’t a changelog available, the update notes reveal that Samsung is making sure the Home Up app works well with One UI 7.
Along with this new feature, the update also includes some minor fixes to improve performance and address issues from earlier versions.
With this update, the version has changed from 15.0 to 16.0. This change shows that Samsung is keeping the app up to date and compatible with the next One UI software, One UI 7.
The Home Up app is an amazing tool for customizing your home screen as it offers several options. It allows users to change the look and feel of their devices, which makes it easy to personalize how your phone or tablet appears and works.
As users look forward to One UI 7, this update ensures that they will have a reliable tool for customizing their home screens when the new software arrives.
To install the update, simply open the Good Lock app on your device. From there, look for the Home Up module and follow the prompts to download and install the latest version. Once the update is installed, you’ll be able to enjoy enhanced features.
Also, you can download the Samsung Home Up 16.0.00.1 update directly from the third-party app link mentioned here.
Verizon has an amazing deal for Samsung fans wondering to own the Galaxy S24 FE. Samsung’s new Fan Edition boasts many notable upgrades. However, Verizon is giving away the new S24 FE for US consumers, without a trade-in.
The exciting Verizon promo allows you to grab the Galaxy S24 FE for effectively $0. If you get an eligible plan from Verizon (Unlimited Welcome, Unlimited Plus, or Unlimited Ultimate), you can benefit from this offer.
Interestingly, the promotion is available for both new and existing customers. Although the $0 deal is tricky to understand, you will be getting the phone for FREE. Simply put, you need to use Verizon’s three-year installment plan for the purchase.
The carrier will give you bill credits every month in the exact amount, which you were supposed to pay. You will pay for the carrier’s network charges, but get the exact amount from the carrier for payment, making the phone fully free.
Following the launch, it has been observed that Samsung fans are waiting for a price cut in the Galaxy S24 FE. Whether it happens officially or through any e-commerce platform, consumers will place their orders from the cart.
This year’s FE is $50 more expensive than its predecessor. Samsung brought a bigger and brighter display, a larger battery, and the newest-gen processor. Still, the pricing is a concern, stopping it sale like hotcakes across the States.
Several Samsung users have recently reported unexpected vibrations and notifications from their Galaxy phones after updating the Samsung Wallet Digital Key app. This has caused inconvenience among users, leading to frustration with these notifications.
The issue mainly arises after installing the Samsung Wallet Digital Key app version 1.4.30.6. After this update, users’ Galaxy phones started making unknown vibrations and notifications.
Fortunately, Samsung has acknowledged these issues and prepared an update to fix these unexpected vibrations and notifications. The company recommends installing the latest version of the Samsung Wallet Digital Key app to enjoy smoother performance.
To install the latest update of the Samsung Wallet Digital Key app, first open the Galaxy Store on your device and tap the menu at the bottom of the screen. Now, select the Updates option. Scroll down to locate the Samsung Wallet Digital Key app, and then tap the “Update” button next to it.
By following these steps, Samsung users can ensure that their app is up-to-date and functioning correctly. With the latest version, they can enjoy using the Samsung Wallet Digital Key with a better experience and without bugs.
Aside from this, the Samsung Wallet app recently received a Tap to Transfer feature for Galaxy devices. It allows users of Samsung Wallet on Galaxy phones to instantly transfer money by tapping the backs of their devices together.
Samsung Wallet ‘Tap to Transfer’ takes lead over iOS 18’s Tap to Cash