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Rumor: Samsung plans Snapdragon in Galaxy S25 line, MediaTek in S25 FE
Samsung could rely on the Snapdragon 8 Elite (8 Gen 4) in the Galaxy S25 series. Some rumors indicating MediaTek Dimensity 9400 in the vanilla S25 seem untrue, as Samsung is reportedly considering it in the S25 FE.
According to a new rumor, the Galaxy S25 FE could use MediaTek Dimensity 9400 SoC. Samsung’s upcoming Galaxy S25 lineup could exclusively equip Qualcomm’s new Snapdragon 8 Elite or 8 Gen 4 (whatever the name would be).
The South Korean tech giant could not be able to mass produce the Exynos 2500 on its 3nm process. Some media reports that the yield rate is just 20-30%, which is way too lower than the required rate for mass production.
Samsung is reconsidering its product strategy to maintain dominance in the market. Recently, the company apologized to investors, consumers, and employees for slow innovation. We could see many major developments in the future.
The Galaxy S25 series should not compromise on the chipset aspect. Processor is the brain of any smartphone and Samsung must pick the best solution for its flagships. The stronger the SoC, the more attention the S25 series would grab.
Previously, Samsung promised to launch the Exynos 2500 based on a 3nm process. The company has been struggling with lower-than-expected yields. Now, the situation could not be improved and Snapdragon is the only solution to be opted for.
Snapdragon 8 Elite is being manufactured using TSMC’s 3nm process. Qualcomm has also developed the Oryon central processing unit. The new architecture could bring a significant boost in terms of performance and efficiency.
Samsung is rumored to launch a slimmer foldable smartphone this year. The upcoming Galaxy Z Fold 6 Special Edition could introduce the best crease control yet. The input comes from a reputed source who also revealed the phone’s existence.
IceUniverse claims that Samsung has done a good job in Galaxy Z Fold 6 Special Edition crease control. The next foldable phone is expected to offer an even less visible crease around the flexing area of the foldable display.
With each generation, the Korean tech giant introduces technological breakthroughs. The Fold 6 features a premium screen with minimally visible crease. The induction of the waterdrop hinge last year changed the game and competition.
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold6 special edition
This time, they have done a good job in crease control, better than ever.— ICE UNIVERSE (@UniverseIce) October 12, 2024
Will you buy Galaxy Z Fold 6 Special Edition?
Before consumers, it depends on Samsung whether it wants everyone to buy the SE or not. The company could launch the slimmer foldable in select countries. South Korea and China are most likely, with the handset also listed in India.
The Special Edition model could feature a slimmer design compared to the Z Fold 6. The Korean tech giant is also said to be bringing a larger cover and internal display. We may also see a 200-megapixel primary camera from the S24 Ultra.
On the software end, the Galaxy Z Fold 6 SE could ship with Android 14-based One UI 6.1.1. The Galaxy AI would play a key role in pushing it into the competition. There’s no doubt Samsung offers the best software experience on large screens.
The hardware part won’t lag as well. Samsung’s upcoming Z Fold 6 SE is said to be powered by Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 for Galaxy. It’s the same chipset that powers the Galaxy S24 Ultra, Galaxy Z Flip 6, and Galaxy Z Fold 6.
Samsung recently released One UI 6 Watch Beta 7 for the Galaxy Watch 6 series. Now, the company is making it available for the Samsung Galaxy Watch 4 and Galaxy Watch 5 series as One UI 6 Watch Beta 6.
Users of the Samsung Galaxy Watch 4 series and Galaxy Watch 5 series can identify the One UI 6 Watch beta 6 update by the firmware that ends in ZXJ2.
The fresh beta update improves your watch’s performance and stability based on user feedback. It includes several important upgrades. It also includes a fix for battery consumption issues, which means your watch should last longer on a single charge.
Additionally, the update enhances how apps perform. You’ll notice that they open and run more quickly. The update also improves network connectivity which helps your watch to connect better with other devices and networks.
All these changes provide a more reliable and enjoyable experience for users of the Samsung Galaxy Watch 4 and 5. You can now look forward to a more efficient and enjoyable experience with your Galaxy Watch.
The new beta software can only be installed through Firmware Over The Air (FOTA). To update, just open the Galaxy Wearable app, select your Galaxy Watch, go to Watch settings, and choose Watch software update to download and install the latest version.
Before you update, Samsung recommends backing up any important data to avoid losing anything. Install now to enjoy enhanced features.
Samsung releases One UI 6 Watch Beta 7 for Galaxy Watch 6 series
Samsung has released a new update for the Home Up module in its Good Lock app, which brings One UI 7 support. This new update arrives with version 16.0.00.1 for Galaxy devices.
The fresh update adds support for One UI 7 based on Android 15. This means that when One UI 7 is released, the Home Up app will work smoothly with it. While there isn’t a changelog available, the update notes reveal that Samsung is making sure the Home Up app works well with One UI 7.
Along with this new feature, the update also includes some minor fixes to improve performance and address issues from earlier versions.
With this update, the version has changed from 15.0 to 16.0. This change shows that Samsung is keeping the app up to date and compatible with the next One UI software, One UI 7.
The Home Up app is an amazing tool for customizing your home screen as it offers several options. It allows users to change the look and feel of their devices, which makes it easy to personalize how your phone or tablet appears and works.
As users look forward to One UI 7, this update ensures that they will have a reliable tool for customizing their home screens when the new software arrives.
To install the update, simply open the Good Lock app on your device. From there, look for the Home Up module and follow the prompts to download and install the latest version. Once the update is installed, you’ll be able to enjoy enhanced features.
Also, you can download the Samsung Home Up 16.0.00.1 update directly from the third-party app link mentioned here.