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Samsung’s new Chromebook to have a dedicated AI key
Samsung is reportedly working on a new Chromebook that will feature a special key for accessing AI features. The device, codenamed Xol, is expected to be powered by Intel’s Raptor Lake processors and have a traditional clamshell design.
According to the Chrome Unboxed, Xol will be the first Chromebook besides Google’s Pixelbook series to have an Assistant key. This suggests that Google is enhancing its AI capabilities on ChromeOS, especially with Gemini.
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However, Xol is not likely to be a Google product, as Samsung developers have contributed most of the code changes for it. Xol will probably be a Samsung Chromebook, similar to the Galaxy Chromebook Go from 2021, and expected to launch this year.
The Assistant key on Xol could also be a Gemini key, as Google has been testing Gemini on some Chromebook Plus devices. Samsung and Google may be working together to bring Gemini to more ChromeOS devices, starting with Xol.
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Samsung inked deal with Korea’s Rebellions to produce 2nm AI CPU chip. The chip design startup recently announced its partnership with ARM, Samsung Elec, and ADTechnology.
KEDGlobal reports that Rebellions collaborating with ADTechnology, ARM, and Samsung for 2nm AI chips. This multi-firm partnership is expected to utilize Samsung’s cutting-edge 2nm process.
Rebellions will integrate its AI accelerator, REBEL, with ADTechnology’s compute chiplet powered by ARM Neoverse Compute Subsystems (CSS) V3 technology.
ADTechnology will design and implement the chiplet using Samsung’s cutting-edge 2nm process node and ensure the production of high-quality chips at a sufficient yield rate.
The partnership is aimed at developing a new AI central processing unit chiplet. The companies aim to enhance AI computing capabilities for clients and consumers.
The product is expected to set a new standard for a scalable and efficient silicon solution that combines Rebellions’ expertise in chip design levering on ARM, Samsung, and ADTechnology.
With the stable release of Android 15, along with several new features, satellite messaging has now become available for a few Android devices. The feature allows you to send and receive messages via satellite when you are outside of cellular or Wi-Fi coverage areas. It is particularly useful in emergencies or in remote areas where normal network coverage is unavailable.
To be specific, who can use this? Satellite messaging in Android 15 has started to come for users with compatible devices, like the Google Pixel series, and specific carriers like T-Mobile (thanks to Elon Musk’s Starlink).
For T-Mobile users running eligible devices with the latest Android 15 OS, you can access this feature by going through Settings > Network & Internet > SIMs > T-Mobile and tapping on Satellite Messaging. Don’t forget, you still need an eligible T-Mobile plan to use satellite messaging.
As of now, this is limited to a few devices which are expected to be available for more devices with necessary hardware requirements in the future.
Keep in mind, even though Android 15 includes this emergency feature, you might not see it right away. This can depend on your phone model, where you live, or which mobile service you use.
Just for your information, Apple has already enabled satellite communication for its iPhones.
At the recent SDC24 event, Samsung announced that it is bringing One UI to its all products and now the rollout has begun for its TVs. The company has started rolling out this One UI update for Samsung smart TVs.
Samsung is making a One UI update based on the Tizen 8.0 operating system available for 2023 Samsung smart TVs. One of the first models to get this update is the S90C OLED TV.
With this update, users will notice a fresh new interface that makes it easier to navigate their TV. It also brings improvements to the Game Bar, which will help gamers have a smoother and more fun gaming experience.
One UI update aims to provide a fresh look and feel across all Samsung devices. Whether you’re using a smartphone, tablet, or now, a TV, you’ll find the experience familiar and user-friendly.
As the update becomes available for more models, Samsung TV users can look forward to more enhancements to perform better. The company will soon make this update available for more Galaxy products as Samsung announced unified software for all its products.
This is just the beginning of that promise. Starting in 2025, Samsung plans to unify the software for all its products under the One UI brand, making it easier for users to navigate and enjoy their devices.
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