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Samsung reimagines mobile phones for the AI era
Samsung reportedly plans to reimagine mobile phones for the AI era. TM Roh, President of Samsung Mobile Division, signaled new form factors that better fulfill artificial intelligence needs and Generative AI functions.
A new generation of “AI phones” by Samsung would look “radically different” from standard phones. Dr Roh believes that a successful implementation would make the “AI phones” more “mobile” and could have more sensors and bigger screens.
Samsung’s Mobile Prez revealed that a “lion’s share” of mobile phone R&D is now redirected at AI phones. When asked by the interviewer of Australia’s AFR, Roh didn’t share what form factors Samsung was specifically looking at.
“The ‘ion’s share’ of Samsung’s mobile phone research and development was now directed towards ‘AI phones’, which may turn out to be radically different from Samsung’s existing phones, said TM Roh.
Earlier this year, Samsung introduced the Galaxy S24 series as its first AI phones. The recently launched Galaxy foldables have joined the AI phone segment. These devices feature the Gemini Nano model developed by Google for on-device AI.
The Korean tech giant could be exploring ways to revolutionize AI on mobile. As AI makes tasks simpler than imagination, the hardware segment could see a breakthrough. However, it would take years to commercialize as the R&D phase takes too long.
Being the world’s largest phone vendor, Samsung continues to stay ahead of the competition. The company doesn’t miss its schedule of releasing new flagship phones. The recently released wearable devices are also equipped with futuristic technologies.
Samsung might also consider bringing a tri-fold foldable smartphone. The slidable display device is also said to have a presence in Samsung’s product pipeline. However, the commercialization stage is yet to be achieved by these new form factors.
Samsung has released a new update for its Smart Switch Mobile app with version 3.57.59.1. This update makes the app run better by fixing some bugs and improving overall stability.
The Smart Switch Mobile app helps you to easily transfer your data from one phone to another. Whether you’re getting a new phone or switching from a different brand, Smart Switch makes it easy to move contacts, photos, messages, and other important information.
The latest update addresses some bugs that were causing problems in previous versions of the app. By fixing bugs, Samsung aims to provide a smoother experience for users.
In addition to fixing bugs, this update also brings improvements to the app’s stability. The app will work more consistently without crashing or freezing after installing the latest update. However, the update does not include any new features or changes.
If you’re already using the Samsung Smart Switch Mobile app, you should definitely update to version 3.57.59.1. You can do this by going to the Google Play Store >> Menu option >> Updates. It will ensure you get the latest fixes and improvements.
Alternatively, you can download the update through the third-party app link mentioned here. Keeping the app up-to-date will help you manage your data transfers more easily and hassle-free.
Consumers criticizing Samsung in China over Galaxy S21 Green Line issue. Incredible support provided by Samsung India is also on target as Indian users are getting free-of-cost screen replacement, while it’s paid in China.
China’s Jimu News reports some Galaxy S21 users facing green line issues on their screens. While Samsung India has been providing free display replacements, even after the warranty period, Chinese consumers are being asked to bear the repair cost.
The report says that a Chinese consumer purchased a Galaxy S21 in December 2021 for 3,789 yuan (approximately $710). The phone functioned normally for over two years but suddenly developed a green vertical line, despite no external damage.
When the customer visited a Samsung service center on September 3rd, she was informed that the warranty had expired and she would have to pay for a display replacement, which would cost around 1,000 yuan (approximately $187).
Notably, the Chinese outlet explored social media and consumer complaint platforms and found that many consumers had reported the green line issue in recent years, with repair costs ranging from hundreds to over a thousand yuan.
Seeing the FOC screen replacement in India, Galaxy owners in China also demanding the policy to be made available. Despite having a negligible presence, Samsung should offer the same treatment to cement its after-sales image in the country.
Samsung is doing a great job in India, with consumers satisfied even after encountering Green Line on screen. The company’s India unit is offering free-of-cost screen replacement, even if the phone is out of warranty.
Samsung is now rolling out a September 2024 security update to more users of Galaxy S21, Galaxy S21 Plus, and Galaxy S21 Ultra smartphones in the US. This update was available on the Verizon network, and now, the company is expanding it to the Galaxy S21 series on T-Mobile, Sprint, and DISH network carriers.
Users of the Samsung Galaxy S21, Galaxy S21 Plus, and Galaxy S21 Ultra smartphones are getting a September 2024 security update in the US with version G991USQSCGXH2, G996USQSCGXH2, and G998USQSCGXH2 respectively. This update is currently live for locked models and will soon be available for unlocked models.
With the latest update, your phone’s performance gets a boost as it fixes 1 critical and 43 high-level security issues. One of the vulnerabilities was fixed in a previous update, and 1 doesn’t impact Galaxy devices.
Moreover, Samsung also fixes 23 security fixes for My Files, Theme Center, One UI Home, Knox, and Dex to make your experience better. Overall, this update makes your device more secure, reliable, and stable.
Aside from the security, it enhances some functions to provide better performance. It fixes several bugs to make the device more stable and reliable.
To install the update, open the smartphone’s Settings, select ‘Software Update’, and then ‘Download and install’. Following these steps will ensure that your Galaxy smartphone is up-to-date with the latest security protections.
Galaxy S21 series starts getting September 2024 security update