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Samsung patents display innovation for sharper, more efficient screens
Samsung just got approval for a display innovation patent, which it applied to last year. United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) recently published the Samsung patent, which was filed on April 30, 2023, with publication number US20240138190A1.
As Samsung continues to innovate, the Display division is about to bring a major breakthrough. The latest patent showcases display technology featuring a pixel circuit with a unique concave base layer design. It’s said to enhance capacitor integration for sharper, more efficient screens.
Here’s what the patent says:
The published patent showcases a display device that has a pixel circuit layer including a base layer and a pixel circuit disposed on the base layer, and a light-emitting element disposed on the base layer and electrically connected to the pixel circuit.
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Pixel circuit retains a transistor and a storage capacitor including a first and second capacitor electrode, with the base layer including a concave portion. At least a portion of each of the first and second capacitor electrodes is disposed of in the concave portion.
Simply put, the display patent describes a new layout design that helps improve the overall performance and flexibility of the display device. As the patent took a year to be approved, we might hear more about it from Samsung during its display innovation summits.
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Samsung has released a new update with the July 2024 update for Galaxy Z Flip 5 and Galaxy Z Fold 5 smartphones. The update is available for unlocked models on the T-Mobile network in the US and the company will soon make it available in more countries.
July 2024 security update for Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 5 and Galaxy Z Fold 5 smartphones can verified through One UI build version F731U1UES4CXG2 and F946U1UES4CXG2 respectively. The installation package size of this update is around 430MB.
Users of these foldable devices can check the update through Settings >> tap on Software Updates >> click on Download and Install. If you have received the fresh update download it now to enjoy enhanced features. Ahead of that, check what’s new Samsung brings with the July 2024 security patch.
According to the official details, the July 2024 security patch fixes around 55 privacy and security-related issues and exploits, which include 4 Critical and 21 High levels of CVEs in addition to 2 not applicable on One UI.
Other than these, the firmware only brings improvements to system security and stability, which further helps in enhancing the device’s performance. You might also notice improvements for common issues such as app crashing, system lagging, etc.
The update is rolling out gradually so it may take some hours or days to reach all models. Available in the US, the company will soon expand the update to more countries.
Aside from this, Samsung recently launched Galaxy Z Fold 6 and Galaxy Z Flip 6 smartphones with the next level of functionalities, impressive design, IP48 rating, and more.
Samsung July 2024 Security Patch Details Released: Here’s What’s New
Samsung is pledging 7 years of Android upgrades to select Galaxy devices. The newly launched Galaxy Z Flip 6 and Galaxy Z Fold 6 are guaranteed for longer software support. It’s the same upgrade policy that Samsung assured to offer on the Galaxy S24 series.
The company is significantly increasing the longevity of its flagship smartphones. Now, consumers can keep their Galaxy for at least 7 years. From the software side, Samsung will take care of the device owners, providing new features and security enhancements.
The Korean tech giant is also refining its hardware spare parts availability. Spare parts will be made available for years so you can get your Galaxy repaired if required. It’s a great approach to reducing e-waste and helping consumers make even longer utilization of their spent money.
Samsung Galaxy devices that are eligible for 7 years of Android upgrades:
- Galaxy Z Flip 6
- Galaxy Z Fold 6
- Galaxy S24 Ultra
- Galaxy S24 Plus
- Galaxy S24
All of the devices come with Android 14 pre-installed. This means the last major upgrade for the above-listed phones would be Android 21. Besides, Samsung will continue to release regular security updates and feature drop updates until 2031.
The new software plan had not been expanded to older lineups like before. Still, the Galaxy S23 series as well as Galaxy Z Fold 5 and Z Flip 5 are eligible for 4 OS upgrades and 5 years of security patches. It’s uncertain but Samsung could provide an additional OS upgrade to some devices.
Samsung’s software strategy is inspired by Google’s support for Pixel phones. The company’s affordable Pixel 8a handset is also supported by a 7-year update plan. Therefore, we guess that the Galaxy S24 FE might join the 2024 flagships with Samsung’s top-notch software plan.
In addition, the Korean tech giant may also expand the update support to the next-gen flagship tablet lineup. The Galaxy Tab S10 series could launch this year, which might also be supported by seven years of OS and regular software updates plan.
Samsung is rolling out the July 2024 security update to the Galaxy S22 series in the US. This fresh update is available for carrier-locked models and may soon be released for unlocked variants of the smartphones as well. However, it is already out for Galaxy S22 models in Europe.
The company is dispatching the new software update with system security improvements to keep your files and data safe on your phone. It also optimizes system stability to offer your device uninterrupted and seamless functionality.
This ensures that you do not face any crashing, freezing, or lagging issues while using the phone. Meanwhile, the company has fixed over 55 related issues and vulnerabilities to enhance security.
Samsung Galaxy S22, Galaxy S22 Plus, and Galaxy S22 Ultra smartphones are getting the July 2024 security update with One UI build versions S901USQS6EXF8, S906USQS6EXF8, and S908USQS6EXF8 respectively, in the US.
You can check for the July 2024 patch and to do so, you need to follow some simple steps that are mentioned below:
- Open Settings
- Tap the Software Update menu
- Hit Download and install.
Samsung Galaxy S22 July 2024 update – US pic.twitter.com/JEvx8QMy92
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