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Samsung beats Apple in the US smartphone sales: Report
Samsung has reportedly outpaced Apple in the US smartphone market. The company occupied 38% market share from April 2023 to March 2024. Apple was the second vendor in terms of sales volume with 33% market share – 5% behind its rival, Samsung.
According to CIRP, Samsung sold more smartphones than Apple in the US. The study looked at sales numbers from April 2023 through March 2024. While Samsung grabbed the smartphone leadership crown, Apple remains the ruler in revenue generation.
CIRP report states that Apple generates more revenue even though it sells fewer smartphones than Samsung in the US. High-end phones sold in the country are in majority from Apple, with Samsung outpacing it with budget, mid-range, and flagship models combined.
A majority of iPhone sales – 64% – are what CIRP considers “flagship models” That’s significantly higher than Samsung’s share of flagship models at 42%. CIRP defines the iPhone 15 series as the flagship for Apple and any of the Galaxy S23, S24, Flip, or Fold for Samsung.
The South Korean tech giant is set to announce new foldable phones next month. The company’s Galaxy Z Flip 6 and Z Fold 6 are coming with upgraded specs and features. However, the foldable segment is unlikely to give Samsung any significant push in terms of sales.
Talking about Apple, the next-generation iPhone Pro models will ship with AI features. The company is expected to benefit from the inclusion of artificial intelligence. The last year’s iPhone models may also gain a sales momentum following the next iOS update rollout.
Verizon is rolling out the September 2024 security update for Galaxy S23, Galaxy S23 Plus, and Galaxy S23 Ultra smartphones in the US. The fresh update improves system security and stability to provide a better experience.
Samsung Galaxy S23 series users are getting the September 2024 security update on the Verizon network in the US through the One UI build version:
- Galaxy S23 – S911USQS4CXHC
- Galaxy S23 Plus – S916USQS4CXHC
- Galaxy S23 Ultra – S918USQU4CXI1
The fresh update brings security improvements, bug fixes, stability optimization, and functional enhancement to provide a better experience. Through this update, the company app protects your devices from several vulnerabilities and threats.
It is worth mentioning that the September 2024 patch addresses 1 critical issue and 43 high-level ones. One of these issues was already fixed in earlier updates, and another one doesn’t impact Galaxy devices.
Along with Google’s patches, Samsung is adding 23 of its own fixes to improve security in My Files, Theme Center, One UI Home, Knox, and Dex. The update overall improves the stability, security, and performance of the device.
To access the latest update on your smartphone, go to the Settings app, tap on Software Update, and then select Download and Install. This will initiate the update process, and once completed, you’ll enjoy a more personalized and efficient smartphone experience.
Samsung Translator app for Internet Browser has received a new update with version 2.013.018 for One UI devices. It brings enhancements to enhance user experience and functionality.
The latest update of the Samsung Internet Translator app improves translation performance and stability to ensure users can communicate across language barriers more effectively than ever. The update is making it easier to navigate foreign content and converse in different languages.
Moreover, the update addresses some issues that users may have encountered in previous versions. By fixing these bugs, Samsung aims to provide a smoother, more reliable experience for all Internet Browser users.
The Translator app for Samsung Internet is mainly beneficial for users who frequently engage with multilingual content. It allows for quick translations directly within the browser, enhancing the process and saving valuable time. With the new update, users can expect a more reliable and better experience.
Users are advised to update the app to take advantage of these enhancements and enjoy a better browsing experience. For installation, you just need to visit the Galaxy Store app >> Menu option >> Updates.
Also, you can install the latest update through the third-party app link mentioned here. The update is rolling out gradually so it may take some hours or days to reach all eligible devices.
Galaxy S25 Ultra will run Android 15-based One UI 7.1 if Samsung doesn’t change what it did in the past several years. Galaxy users are eagerly awaiting the Android 15 Beta Program, while work is also underway on S25’s firmware development.
Samsung will debut One UI 7.1 with the Galaxy S25 Ultra next year. The other two models; S25 and S25 Plus, will also boot the new version. It will include additional features and enhancements over the Android 15-based One UI 7.
One UI 7.1 – The next big thing?
There are many rumors about the upcoming One UI 7.1 skin. Samsung is said to be working on improving system animation and fluency. New AI features are certain, with battery optimization should remain in Samsung’s priority.
Following the launch of the Galaxy S25 series, One UI 7.1 features will be expanded. The expansion of features will take place with firmware updates, covering many older Galaxy models including the Galaxy S24 and Galaxy S23 series.
One UI x.1 Version – A brief overview
One UI 2.1: Released in February 2020, Samsung’s Android 10-based One UI 2.1 included many new features, including an adaptive 120Hz refresh rate on the S20 series, Quick Share, Music Share, and additional camera modes.
One UI 3.1: Samsung launched the Android 11-based One UI 3.1 in January 2021. Pre-loaded in the S22 series, the new version added new features such as a redesigned lock screen, improved performance, and a new camera interface.
One UI 4.1: Samsung’s One UI 4.1 is based on the Android 12 operating system. Released in January 2022, it debuted a Material You design language, improved privacy and security features, and a new widget gallery.
One UI 5.1: Released with the Galaxy S23 series, the Android 14-based One UI 5.1 software came with several new features such as improved customization options, a new battery widget, and a new Expert RAW camera app.
One UI 6.1: This version is based on Android 14 and launched with the Galaxy S24 series. Over the One UI 6, the 6.1 brings a new design language, improved performance, and new features alongside a wide array of Galaxy AI functionalities.