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New Samsung Quantum Dot innovation could transform QD-OLEDs
Samsung Display successfully developed a quantum dot ink recycling tech. The company believes this technological innovation is aimed at enhancing the cost competitiveness of its QD-OLED displays.
The Korean display maker also plans to improve equipment performance and process capabilities to increase productivity and yield. QD ink regeneration technology is groundbreaking but it isn’t the only way to increase competitiveness.
QD ink regeneration technology
Samsung managed to recover and reprocess 80% of the ink that went unutilized in the production of the QD emissive layer. This was made possible through the development of tech to collect and recycle QD ink wasted during the QD-OLED manufacturing process.
This achievement is expected to bring annual cost savings of over $7.3 million (approximately KRW 10 billion). The QD light-emitting layer is formed using inkjet printing that densely sprays red and green QD ink through micro nozzles in micrometer sizes.
Any QD ink left in the nozzles was previously discarded, accounting for approximately 20% of the total QD ink used in the process. With its QD-OLED receiving rave reviews, Samsung Display is using more QD ink than ever before.
“By developing this groundbreaking technology that recycles high-quality QD ink in-house, we will significantly contribute not only to cost reduction but also to resource recycling,” Samsung Display said.
TL;DR
- Samsung’s Galaxy Z Fold Special Edition sold out in Korea within 10 minutes of its first sale on October 25.
- The sale was delayed by 7 hours, sparking rumors of quality issues, which Samsung denied.
- Samsung plans to restock, but no specific date for the next sale has been announced.
Samsung’s Galaxy Z Fold Special Edition sparked a frenzy across Korea and sold out within 10 minutes. The company announced that the first stock of the new foldable sold out in less than 10 minutes.
The first Galaxy Z Fold SE sale started on October 25, with a 7-hour delay. There were rumors of quality concerns, which were untrue. Samsung was reportedly conducting a quantity assessment, leading it to open the sale by a few hours.
Within 10 minutes after sales started, Samsung announced that “all available stock has sold out.” The company plans to prepare additional stock and resume sales, however, a specified time hasn’t been disclosed.
Samsung also intended to supply devices to carriers that day but failed to do so given stock shortages. The craze for the Special Edition model is clearly visible and Koreans give a warm welcome to the epic innovation.
Special Edition…
The Galaxy Z Fold Special Edition, at 10.6mm in thickness and 236 grams in weight, is the thinnest and lightest foldable phone from Samsung. It is 1.5 mm thinner and 3 grams lighter than the Galaxy Z Fold 6, which was unveiled last July.
Sale Delayed…
On October 21, the South Korean tech giant announced that the Galaxy Z Fold Special Edition would be sold starting at 9 AM (Korea time). However, the device didn’t go on sale after 9 AM, while sales only began at 4 PM, seven hours later.
A Samsung representative explained, “The delay was due to time needed to assess production quantities and decide on the amount to release.” They denied speculations that sales were delayed due to quality concerns.
Samsung launched the Halloween Horror Marathon on TV Plus. The company’s free streaming platform is best if you’re looking to experience a night filled with thrills and suspense this Halloween.
With these new offerings, Samsung TV Plus enhances its content to bring even better entertainment. The app comes pre-loaded on Smart TV, Smart Monitor, Family Hub Refrigerator, and Freestyle devices.
Halloween Horror Marathon
Horror cinema evokes a mix of fear, excitement, and entertainment. It delivers an adrenaline rush, intense sensations, and unique group experiences, and even delves into themes we often avoid in daily life, like death, the supernatural, or monsters.
That said, Horror genre fans can enjoy exclusive programming throughout October on Samsung Smart TVs. The lineup includes a movie marathon on Canela.TV Cinema, featuring Los Ojos del Mal and the iconic Halloween saga in Mexico.
Experience a weekend filled with intense thrills with Resucitados and Fenómeno Siniestro 2. CinEspanto will showcase gripping titles like La Cueva and chilling atmospheres in La Profecía del Juicio Final and Apocalipsis en Los Ángeles.
Apple iPhone getting Circle to Search-like feature with iOS 18.2 Beta. The function allows iPhone users to identify or search for information on what’s on the screen, with visualization matching Google’s Circle to Search.
Google is reportedly working to integrate Circle to Search with Lens. This way, all smartphones, regardless of platform, will be able to utilize the AI-powered search feature. However, Apple now has its own visually rich screen search feature.
The recently released iOS 18.2 Beta comes with a new “What’s on your screen?” feature powered by ChatGPT. The developer beta build brings Apple’s Visual Intelligence to the iPhone 15 Pro and iPhone 15 Pro Max.
How it works:
- iPhone users can ask Siri to analyze what’s on the screen. The assistant will then take a screenshot, letting you pass it over to ChatGPT for visual analysis.
Replicating Android and One UI features isn’t new in the Apple ecosystem. Samsung is far ahead in terms of useful and productivity features. However, the iOS reliability and loyal fanbase usually push new features to go trending.
Circle to Search
Samsung debuted Circle to Search with the Galaxy S24 series earlier this year. Later, the company expanded the functionality to several models. Google also made Circle to Search available on all Tensor-powered Pixel phones.
Circle to Search is crafted by Google in collaboration with Samsung. It’s an AI-powered search functionality that allows users to identify or search what’s showing on their smartphone’s screen in real-time, with no app switches required.