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Samsung launches gapless Galaxy Z Fold 5 foldable smartphone
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Samsung officially launches its first gapless foldable smartphone – the Galaxy Z Fold 5. This device goes official alongside the Galaxy Z Flip 5, which folds flat, leaving no gap in the middle area. There’s a lot to explore, so let’s jump into the details without any further ado.
It folds FLAT!
The new Flex Hinge (waterdrop hinge technology) makes the foldable experience possible while offering an aesthetically balanced and solid design. The device is carefully designed to meet durability expectations. This new integrated hinge module features a dual rail structure, diffusing external impacts.
Brighter display
Samsung’s Z Flip 5 is fueled with 7.6-inch Main Screen that offers provides expansive and uninterrupted viewing. The company has increased the display’s peak brightness by over 30 percent, reaching up to 1750 nits for an optimal viewing experience outdoors even under bright sunlight.
S Pen is more compact
The new slimmer and more compact S Pen Fold Edition makes real-time annotating and ideation easy while being able to fit more comfortably in the pocket. The Slim S Pen Case is nearly the same thickness as a regular case for the Fold and is available in a variety of styles and colors so users can carry their S Pens in style.
The best Snapdragon
The Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 Mobile Platform for Galaxy enhances graphics and uses AI to enable dynamic gaming and multi-game functionality. The Galaxy Z Fold 5 can comfortably handle marathon gaming sessions with its advanced cooling system that dissipates heat more intelligently for less lag.
Re-refined One UI
Samsung launched the Galaxy Z Fold 5 and Flip 5 with the Android 13 operating system. Compared to the One UI 5.1, the brand new One UI 5.1.1 software is well-refined, providing users with enhanced battery life with no lag during multitasking.
Specs
Main Screen
- 7.6-inch QXGA+
- Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Infinity Flex Display (2176 x 1812, 21.6:18), 374ppi
- 120Hz adaptive refresh rate (1~120Hz)
Cover Screen
- 6.2-inch HD+
- Dynamic AMOLED 2X Display
- (2316 x 904, 23.1:9), 402ppi
- 120Hz adaptive refresh rate (48~120Hz)
Dimension & Weight
- Folded 67.1 x 154.9 x 13.4mm
- Unfolded 129.9x 154.9 x 6.1mm
- Weight 253g
Camera
Cover Camera 10MP Selfie Camera
F2.2, Pixel size: 1.22μm, FOV: 85˚
Under Display Camera 4MP Under Display Camera
F1.8, Pixel size: 2.0μm, FOV: 80˚
Triple Rear Camera
- 12MP Ultra Wide Camera
- F2.2, Pixel size: 1.12μm, FOV: 123˚
- 50MP Wide-angle Camera
- Dual Pixel AF, OIS, F1.8, Pixel size: 1.0μm, FOV: 85˚
- 10MP Telephoto Camera
- PDAF, F2.4, OIS, Pixel size: 1.0μm, FOV: 36˚, 3X optical zoom, 30X Space Zoom with AI Super Resolution technology
Processor
- Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 Mobile Platform for Galaxy
Memory
- 12GB Memory with 1TB internal storage
- 12GB Memory with 512GB internal storage
- 12GB Memory with 256GB internal storage
Battery
- 4,400mAh (typical) dual battery
Charging
- Wired Charging: Up to 50% charge in around 30 mins with 25W Adapter and 3A USB-C cable
- Fast Wireless Charging 2.0
- Wireless PowerShare
Water Resistance IPX8
Operating System
- Android 13-based One UI 5.1.1
Network & Connectivity
- 5G, LTE, Wi-Fi 6E, Bluetooth v5.3
Sensors
- Capacitive Fingerprint sensor (side), Accelerometer, Barometer, Gyro sensor, Geomagnetic sensor, Hall sensor, Proximity sensor, Light sensor
Security
- Samsung Knox with Samsung Knox Vault
SIM Card
- Up to two Nano SIM and one eSIM
Colors
- Icy Blue, Phantom Black, Cream
- [Samsung.com Exclusive] Gray, Blue
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Samsung no longer interested in EV battery business in the US?
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Samsung could shift its investment from the EV battery business in the US. The company plans to adjust its investment in ESS from EVs due to a sluggish market. The move comes after low demand for EVs, particularly bikes, and growing demand for ESS.
TheElec reports that Samsung eyeing the growing demand for ESS (energy storage systems) in the US. North America’s largest power company NextEra Energy could be awarding Samsung with a potential 1 trillion won ESS order.
Samsung is investing in converting its EV battery pack production line in Michigan, US. The electric bike battery pack line will be dismantled and converted for ESS use. The investment is expected to begin as early as the fourth quarter.
- The ESS battery pack line will be located in Factory 1, where a battery pack line for Harley-Davidson is currently in operation.
- Factory 2 primarily produces battery packs for Stellantis PHEVs, such as the Jeep Wrangler 4xe and Grand Cherokee 4xe.
The Korean tech giant is pursuing a 1 trillion won order for ESS batteries from NextEra Energy. The order is estimated to be around 5GWh. The company has started accelerating its penetration into the ESS market since last year with its Battery Box.
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Samsung exploring sensor-shift OIS camera tech for Galaxy phones
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Samsung is exploring advanced sensor-shift image stabilization (OIS) camera tech for future Galaxy phones. The company recently filed a patent application related to image stabilization technology for mobile devices in South Korea.
The latest Samsung patent suggests work on the sensor-shift image stabilization (OIS) camera is underway. However, Apple iPhone-like sensor shift camera tech is far from arriving on Samsung’s Galaxy smartphones.
The patent entitled “Actuator for optical image stabilization and camera module including the same” describes how less force is required to stabilize the sensor itself. This allows for a more precise correction of the sensor position.
The patent document shows that Samsung is continuing to develop its ideas and methods for sensor-shift image stabilization. The absence of such cameras is not a sign that the company has abandoned the idea.
Samsung has been working on sensor-shift image stabilization for years. The company aims to upgrade the Galaxy camera capabilities in the future. The sensor-shift stabilization offers a sharper image by moving the camera sensor.
Previously, patents related to sensor-shift telephoto camera surfaced. However, the Korean tech giant hasn’t commercialized the technology. The patent was published recently, but doesn’t mean we will be seeing this upgrade in the Galaxy S25 series.
The development suggests that Samsung won’t include it on Galaxies till an advanced variant evolves. As the exploration continues, sensor-shift OIS feature remains in hope for the future of Galaxy smartphone segment.
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Samsung crafting mixed-reality smart glasses with Qualcomm, Google
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Samsung officially confirmed its teaming up with Qualcomm and Google for XR devices. Now, Qualcomm CEO revealed that the company is working with Samsung and Google to develop mixed-reality smart glasses.
According to the info, Samsung is working on portable mixed-reality smart glasses in collaboration with Qualcomm. Not XR headset, the company’s first extended reality product could be smart glasses with AI for new experiences.
Qualcomm CEO Cristiano Amon shared new details about Samsung’s upcoming XR product. In an interview to CNBC, Amon confirmed the collab with Samsung will result in “a new product” that offers “new experiences.”
Beyond that, he hinted that this product will likely be a pair of XR smart glasses, not a headset. Just opposite to Apple’s approach, Samsung and Qualcomm aimed to create XR smart glasses that would be portable and easy to carry around.
“I want everyone who has a phone to go buy companion glasses to go along with it,” Amon said. “We need to reach a point where wearing smart glasses feels no different from wearing regular glasses or sunglasses. Only then can we achieve true scale,” he added.
The XR smart glasses could debut later this year, featuring artificial intelligence. Samsung and Qualcomm reportedly aiming to make XR glasses mainstream, while Google could support them with optimized software.
Following the trend, the XR smart glasses could pack on-device AI capabilities. Some AI features will run directly on the device, others on the phone, and certain tasks will require cloud processing – unlocking “a whole new set of experiences.”
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