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Samsung is could be working on a mashup between a Chromebook and a Dex dock for its line of Galaxy smartphones. The details on the device are scant at this stage, although it suggests Samsung is keen to more deeply integrate its hardware in the vein of Apple.

According to a renowned leaker, Samsung has finalised a camera-focused update for its most recent flagship smartphones. Starting next month, the Galaxy S23, Galaxy S23 Plus and Galaxy S23 Ultra should be capable of shooting portraits at 2x zoom, among other changes.

A new leak says Qualcomm is planning to dual-source the 2024-bound Snapdragon 8 Gen 4 from Samsung Foundries and TSMC. The former will feature exclusively in Galaxy devices and the latter everywhere else.

High-quality Samsung Galaxy Tab S9 Ultra renders have been leaked by OnLeaks. The flagship tablet's design is mostly identical to that of its predecessor, complete with an S-Pen silo, a notched display, a pogo-pin connector and two rear cameras.

A South Korean media outlet says Samsung's upcoming Galaxy Unpacked will be held on July 26 in Seoul. Products announced at the event will be available for purchase on August 11.

Amazon US has taken US$450 off the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold4 in a new deal. Bringing the foldable down to as little as US$1,349.99, the deal also takes US$450 off 512 GB variants.

Samsung has detailed more camera refinements for the Galaxy S23 series, which will be headed to all models. Apparently, the option of choosing 2x portrait zoom will soon return, as will fixes for issues viewing HDR shots in the stock gallery app.

Samsung has announced that the Galaxy Watch6 series will be its first smartwatch capable of warning people of an irregular heart rate without manually performing an electrocardiogram (ECG). The company hopes to bring the same functionality to all smartwatches running One UI 5 Watch, spanning the Galaxy Watch4 and Galaxy Watch5 series.

Case designs for the Galaxy Z Flip5 have started appearing online, roughly two months before Samsung is anticipated to announce its fifth-generation foldable. As expected, the Galaxy Z FLip5 has an unusual cover display, with a tabbed look that does not cover all the space available.

The Galaxy S23 - or, perhaps even its long-awaited, allegedly upcoming Fan Edition varient - is now slated to launch in a new color, likely to be dubbed Lime, soon. However, it seems the new choice of finish is exclusive to one market in which the Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 for Galaxy-powered vanilla flagship is sold: India. The OEM has hinted that it will be available "soon".

The upcoming Samsung Galaxy Z Flip5 is likely to sport a 3.4-inch cover display with a 720p resolution. The larger screen estate could mean added functionality and more capable widgets than what is currently possible with the Galaxy Z Flip4.

Samsung has presented a new version of One UI Watch, now known as One UI 5 Watch. Arriving later this month via a public beta, One UI 5 Watch is not slated to launch until the new Galaxy Watch series smartwatches do. In the meantime, Samsung has outlined a few changes between One UI Watch 4 and One UI 5 Watch.

It appears that Samsung is finally ready to move on from tiny cover displays in its clamshell foldables. Based on various Galaxy Z Flip5 renders, Samsung will adopt a generously-sized cover display as it looks to see of competition from the likes off Oppo, Vivo and Motorola.

Samsung is preparing to release the Galaxy Z Fold5 later this year, likely alongside the Galaxy Z Flip5. In the meantime, a renowned leaker has shared high-resolution renders, a 360-degree video of the Galaxy Z Fold5, and dimensions comparing the upcoming foldable against the current Galaxy Z Fold4.

According to a renowned leaker, Samsung has settled on bringing back the design of the Galaxy Watch4 Classic for the Galaxy Watch6 Pro. However, Samsung is expected to introduce a few design modernisations, including thinner display bezels.

Samsung has activated the temperature sensor it includes in the Galaxy Watch5 and Galaxy Watch5 Pro, months after releasing the pair. The infrared sensor should be capable of collecting precise data, but only in certain circumstances. The new feature arrives through the pair's latest software update.

The latest official software for Samsung mobile devices is currently One UI 5.1 based on Android 13. However, its major 6.0 upgrade is now allegedly hot on its heels, with a launch that may coincide with the comparatively early launch of the OEM's next premium Galaxy Tab S9-series tablets and Galaxy Z Fold- and Flip-series foldables. It may start to arrive in the form of betas for smartphones such as the Galaxy S23 Ultra soon.

Word on the grapevine currently seems to indicate the Galaxy S24 series will arrive next year with the Exynos 2400 in tow. Not much is known about the next-gen Samsung flagship SoC, but a leak now purports to throw light on the chipset's CPU performance.

Samsung is now said to launch next-gen flagship Android smartphones that go to whole new lengths for increased screen-on time. This might involve scaling batteries typically used in electric vehicles (EVs) down to those of a size usable in mobile devices for potentially improved specs. The OEM is said to partner with 2 Chinese companies in the industry for this purpose.

Samsung US has just added the Galaxy S22 series to its Certified Re-Newed program. It allows consumers to buy the ex-flagship Android smartphones as "expertly" refurbished units through the OEM's official website for reduced prices. Then again, similarly sustainable deals are available elsewhere, with even better discounts in some cases.

According to a leaker, Samsung will start mass producing its next-generation foldables a few weeks earlier than last year. While mass production is still expected to begin in June, the Galaxy Z Flip5 and Galaxy Z Fold5 could launch sooner than expected as a result.

According to reports, Samsung is finally set to replace the Exynos W920 with this year's Galaxy Watch series, which it offers in all its One UI Watch-based smartwatches. The new Exynos W980 is rumoured to feature performance upgrades, while the top Galaxy Watch6 model is set to receive narrow display bezels too.

Google is readying the Pixel Tablet for an I/O launch, where it's expected to debut alongside the Pixel 7a and Pixel Fold. Pricing information for the first-gen tablet in Europe has now leaked, indicating a lower price tag than that of its closest rival, the Samsung Galaxy Tab S8.

Samsung has quietly introduced the Galaxy A24, the company's latest Galaxy A series smartphone. The Galaxy A24 combines a large Super AMOLED display with a 5,000 mAh battery, as well as a 50 MP triple camera set up. The Galaxy A24 has a MediaTek Helio G99 SoC too, among other features.

Samsung will finally let users configure the Galaxy S24 and Galaxy S24+ with up to 12 GB RAM. Both phones will use a modified version of Samsung's M11 AMOLED panel. Domestic (South Korean) variants could even ship with an Exynos 2400 SoC.

Recent rumors indicated the existence and imminent launch of a foldable tablet from Samsung, reportedly branded as the Galaxy Z Tab. Those rumors may have been premature, or even entirely bogus, it seems, with word from typically reliable quarters writing them off.

According to a new leak, Samsung is set to debut its next-gen earbuds, the Galaxy Buds3 shortly. As a direct successor to 2021's Buds2, the Buds3 are tipped to match the Buds2 Pro in terms of features. Sadly, however, it appears Samsung has now shelved all plans for the release of the bean-style Galaxy Buds2 Live.

Another supposed Sony Xperia 1 V price leak has appeared online, although like many leaks of this kind the source is about as tenuous as can be. It appears the 2023 Xperia 1 V could still match the pricing of the Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra, as previously rumored, but this time round a gut-punching catch has been included.

New Samsung Galaxy S24 rumors have appeared in regard to the likely main camera sensors for each of the phones. There is mention of all three devices expected, so the Galaxy S24 Ultra, Galaxy S24+, and Galaxy S24; however, once again there is some doubt about the Plus model making it to market. There’s also an initial camera sensor prediction for the special Samsung Galaxy S25 series.

A well-renowned industry insider says the entry-level Galaxy Tab S9 will feature an 11-inch AMOLED panel. Another leaker says memory/storage on the Galaxy Tab S9 Ultra will vary between 8-16 GB and 126-512 GB, respectively.

Samsung is preparing to release the Galaxy A24, a bridge between the Galaxy A14 and the Galaxy A34. While the device has leaked previously, a new leak has revealed more specifications, pricing and a launch window, among other details.

A new leak reveals key details about the Galaxy Tab S9 Ultra. It will feature up to 16 GB of LPDDR5X RAM, an 11,200 mAh battery, a 14.6-inch WQXGA+ screen and IP68 water/dust resistance.

A South Korean media report says Samsung plans to bring back Exynos chips in 2024. The ten-core Exynos 2400 will power some Galaxy S24 variants in South Korea.

Renders of the Samsung Galaxy Tab S9+ have shown up online. The tablet retains most design elements of its predecessor, such as dual rear cameras, thick bezels and an S Pen silo.

A new leak says the Galaxy S23 FE will launch as early as August 2023. It will feature three Samsung ISOCELL GN3 camera sensors, a 120 Hz screen, 8 GB RAM and a US$699 price tag.

The Galaxy Z Flip5 and Galaxy Z Fold5 are months away from release. However, several leaked benchmark listings. Based on the Geekbench listings, Samsung plans to release the pair later this year with the Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 for Galaxy, the same chipset that the company offers in the Galaxy S23, Galaxy S23 Plus and the Galaxy S23 Ultra.

Samsung is now distributing a major camera update to the Galaxy S23 series, starting in South Korea. The update, which is available on the Galaxy S23, Galaxy S23 Plus and Galaxy S23 Ultra, should also be headed to the US soon, among other markets.

Pitaka has released a new watch strap for Galaxy Watch4 and Galaxy Watch5 smartwatches. According to the company, the Carbon Fiber Watch Band is made from 100% carbon fibre, which should be lightweight and hard-wearing. A patented magnetic clasp should keep the strap comfortable during multiple days wear too.

Samsung is offering a free storage upgrade for the Galaxy S23 series on Amazon. The 256 GB Galaxy S23, 512 GB Galaxy S23+ and 512 GB Galaxy S23 Ultra can now be had for US$799, US$999 and US$1,199, respectively, until the offer lasts

Huawei touts the P60 Pro in terms of its camera with the largest aperture among mobile devices, not to mention a powerful 3x optical zoom thanks to its new telephoto lens. Now, a company executive credits the new flagship smartphone with a shot of the recent rare event in which the planet Venus shone particularly brightly next to the crescent moon.

Samsung has previewed the Galaxy M54, a new mid-range smartphone in the company's stock mid-range portfolio. The Galaxy M54 has a considerable 6,000 mAh battery, a 120 Hz AMOLED display, a 108 MP camera with OIS, and a promise of 4 major Android OS updates.

Reportedly, Samsung has settled on a much larger cover display for the Galaxy Z Flip5. The Galaxy Z Flip5 should receive several other display improvements too, as will the Galaxy Z Fold5.

New certifications have listed battery capacities for what appear to be two Galaxy Watch6 Classic models. Mirroring the Galaxy Watch4 series, the Galaxy Watch6 series is expected to arrive this autumn in two sizes and two styles, with a Galaxy Watch6 Pro elusive for now.

Samsung has confirmed the impending arrival of the Galaxy A24, the fourth entry in this year's Galaxy A series refresh. While the handset is not due to launch for another few months, specifications and press images have already surfaced online.

Samsung's flagship Galaxy Tab S9 Ultra will supposedly use a Snapdragon 8+ Gen 2 SoC from Qualcomm and a 10,880 mAh battery. The tablets are slated for a mid-2023 launch if everything goes according to schedule.

The 6.6-inch Galaxy S23+ is the mid-sized model in Samsung's current flagship series. From a technological point of view, it is almost indistinguishable from the 6.1-inch entry-level model, the Galaxy S23, but boasts significantly longer battery life.

A viral Reddit post has uncovered how the Samsung S23 Ultra is supposedly faking its Super Zoom moon images. The OP's tests seemed to indicate that Samsung is using AI to fill in texture and surface information of the moon on to the raw capture, giving a false impression as if the S23 Ultra's 100x zoom camera is indeed capable of shooting the moon in vivid detail.

The iPhone is doing relatively well in India, having moved about 40% more units year-on-year (YoY) and making over 25% more revenue, according to reports based on the latest figures. They are what may have prompted Apple to confer a dedicated sales division on the country for the first time. Then again, it move is part of a reported re-shuffling of executives within the Cupertino giant.

New leaks have now provided more insight into Samsung's product plans for the Galaxy Watch6 series. While certain sources believe there could be a Watch6 Classic in addition to the regular Watch6 models, others lean towards Samsung releasing the Watch6 Pro in two sizes.