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Will you buy the Galaxy S25 with MediaTek Dimensity 9400?
Samsung switched to the flagship MediaTek chip in its latest Galaxy Tab lineup. Rumor has it that Samsung could use MediaTek Dimensity 9400 chipset in the upcoming Galaxy S25, which will be available in certain markets.
Exynos 2500 could not be used in the upcoming flagship phones. Samsung is reportedly facing low-yield issues with its cutting-edge 3nm process. Therefore, the in-house processor is unlikely – at least in the upcoming Galaxy S.
Snapdragon prices could skyrocket due to 3nm process costs. Samsung must freeze the pricing of its next flagships to remain competitive. Hence, we may see MediaTek Dimensity 9400 in the vanilla Galaxy S25.
Dimensity 9400 features one Arm Cortex-X925 CPU core topping out at just over 3.6GHz, three Cortex-X4s rated up to 3.6GHz, and four Cortex-A720 cores running up to 3.3GHz. The product is set to compete with Qualcomm and Apple’s latest chips.
In addition, the Dimensity 9400 is said to pack an 8th-gen machine-learning-accelerating NPU. MediaTek claims it’s as much as 80% faster at performing LLM prompt inference over the previous NPU, and is also as much as 35% more power efficient.
MediaTek has been doing a pretty notable job in the mobile chip markets. Many Chinese vendors opt for Dimensity and Helio chips for their products. If the rumor is true, Dimensity 9400 will be the first to power a flagship product from Samsung.
Samsung maintains a dual-chip strategy in its Galaxy S lineups. The Galaxy S24 and S24 Plus use Exynos and Snapdragon in different markets. However, consumers always prefer Snapdragon which offers better performance and efficiency.
The Galaxy S25 series could be launched in the first quarter of the next year. Qualcomm is set to debut the Snapdragon 8 Elite this month. We are excited for the upcoming developments as well as the future of Galaxy S flagships.
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Samsung’s new Galaxy Watch 7 and Watch Ultra come with a slew of stylish bands support. The smartwatches can be paired with a range of interchangeable band accessories. This story lets you discover all the stylish bands you can choose from.
Galaxy Watch 7 features three unique bands namely Sport Band, Fabric Band, and Athleisure Band. On the flip side, the Galaxy Watch Ultra supports a variety of bands — Marine Band, Trail Band and PeakForm Band.
Galaxy Watch 7 Bands
Galaxy Watch 7 is as powerful as the Watch Ultra in terms of hardware. It packs intelligent health monitoring features for consumers. The openness of Wear OS-based One UI 6 Watch ensures users can get the most out of the product.
Sport Band
Galaxy Watch 7’s Sport Band is the perfect accessory for a wide range of sports and activities. It’s designed from durable HNBR material, featuring a wavy design for breathability and comfort.
- Available colors – Cream, Dark Gray, Green, Orange, and Silver.
Fabric Band
The Fabric Band weighs just 10 grams, making it best for users who wear their Galaxy Watch 7 to sleep. This band comes with a soft fabric texture and lightweight design for versatile wear.
Athleisure Band
Galaxy Watch’s Athleisure Band is a brand new entry to the segment. Its double-loop design ensures a flattering fit by allowing the extra length of the band to be tucked away through the loops.
- Available colors – Green, Cream, Pink, Silver, and Sky Blue.
Galaxy Watch Ultra Bands
Watch Ultra is Samsung’s first Ultra-branded Galaxy smartwatch. It follows the Apple Watch Ultra approach in terms of design and durability. It is powered by a 3nm processor to unlock maximum performance and power efficiency.
Marine Band
Marine Band is an excellent choice for those looking to time their swims. It brings a lightweight and durable titanium buckle incorporating a “double tongue” with two teeth for a stronger hold.
Trail Band
Trail Band features a comfortable and wavy fabric design that minimizes skin contact. The elastic band keeps the watch body secure on the wrist for more accurate workout tracking.
PeakForm Band
Watch Ultra’s PeakForm Band uses different materials on the exterior and interior surfaces. It’s a great buy for those seeking a stylish accessory during workouts and daily activities.
October 2024 is going on and Samsung has pushed a new software update for its Galaxy Buds 3 and Galaxy Buds 3 Pro. This update makes the earbuds even better by improving stability and sound quality.
The fresh update enhances Bluetooth connection stability by addressing common issues that users may have encountered. In addition, the update also brings improvements in sound quality to provide a more immersive audio experience.
Samsung Galaxy Buds 3 and Galaxy Buds 3 Pro users are getting the October 2024 security update with firmware versions R530XXU0AXJ1 and R630XXU0AXJ respectively. It is available with an installation package size of 7.15MB.
To install the new software, users can easily access the Galaxy Wearable app on their smartphones. Simply navigate to Earbuds Settings, select Earbuds Software Update, and then choose the option to download and install the update.
Users of the Galaxy Buds 3 series are encouraged to take advantage of this update to enjoy enhanced functions. The update will help ensure that you have the best possible experience with your Galaxy Buds.
Back in July 2024, Samsung launched Galaxy Buds 3 and Galaxy Buds 3 Pro with amazing design and impressive capabilities. Now, users can take advantage of new features by connecting their Galaxy smartphones that run on the latest software, One UI 6.1.1.
Samsung Galaxy S24’s One UI 6.1.1 brings ultra high-definition audio feature to Buds 3 Pro
At SDC24, Samsung confirmed Public One UI 7 Beta coming by the end of this year for Developers. Now, a Samsung moderator revealed that the One UI 7 Beta will also be available for the Public alongside the Developers’ community.
Samsung mod announced the One UI 7 Beta will go live to Public when the schedule is confirmed. It suggests the company is still working on further optimization, and Galaxy users have to wait more to get their hands on the Beta build.
At the Developer Conference, Samsung announced the Beta Program for Developers. It sparked controversy that general users won’t be able to test the Beta. However, the moderator’s clarification comes as a big relief for Galaxy users.
Besides, the moderator noted that Beta will be notified on the Samsung Members app. Hence, you should keep the application updated to the latest version. The Beta Program may drop in the next few weeks to conclude by the year’s end.
Which Galaxy devices could get Beta?
I assume the Galaxy S24 series could only be eligible for the Beta Program. If this happens, the company will try to quickly test the new software among the public as Public rollout is expected to be started shortly after the S25 series launch.
This year, Samsung is doing just different than its conventional strategy. Therefore, early assumption is difficult to make, but, it would be a welcome move if Samsung starts the Beta on a wider scale – all models and all countries.
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