
Next Qualcomm Snapdragon flagship chipset may be developed by Samsung
Qualcomm is one of the top chipset makers around the world. The processors made by the company use the latest fabrication process to deliver best-in-class performance. Currently, Snapdragon 888 is the latest flagship SoC offering from Qualcomm that is also debuted with Samsung Galaxy S21 series.
However, Qualcomm developed its premium chipsets with the help of TSMC’s (Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Company) fabrication process during 2019-2020. While the Snapdragon 888 is built on Samsung’s 5nm EUV based process technology. So it is expected that the American chipset maker will also follow the same strategy for its next flagship product.
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On the other hand, it was said that Qualcomm might switch back to TSMC for its next-generation flagship processor. Meanwhile, a reliable source claimed that Qualcomm already has the successor of the Snapdragon 888 (SM8450) is in the works codenamed Waipio and it will be developed by Samsung. And it is still unconfirmed whether it will use the same 5nm LPE process or any other.
Following its habit, the US chipmaker may launch the latest mobile processor later this year and it may be the Snapdragon 888 Pro or Snapdragon 888 Plus (SM8350 Pro). This new chipset is also expected to be manufactured by the South Korean tech firm.
Apart from this, Samsung has already developed 5G modems for Qualcomm including Snapdragon X62 and Snapdragon X65 which are based on a 4nm process. And the upcoming processor from Qualcomm is expected to bring more power efficiency and improvements compared to the previous generations.
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Samsung Battery Guardian grabs One UI 6, One UI 5.1.1 support

Samsung Battery Guardian app is a part of Good Guardians (Galaxy Labs). It monitors and optimizes the battery performance of Samsung phones, by detecting and blocking apps that drain the battery in the background, and by offering various power saving modes and settings .
At the moment, the Korean tech giant is releasing a new update for Battery Guardian app. It carries two different versions – v4.6.07 and v4.5.09. The version 4.6.07 is compatible with the One UI 6.0 open beta that Samsung has recently launched for some of its flagship devices.
On the other side, the version 4.5.09 brings One UI 5.1.1 support, which is the latest stable version of the Samsung custom skin. If you have received the update then, you can install the update to enjoy enhanced features to enjoy the benefits of a long lasting and smoother battery performance .
One of the new features that Battery Guardian app introduces for One UI 6 devices is Screen Curtain, which allows users to overlay an always-on display screen while keeping the active app running in the background. It can also help save battery life by reducing the screen brightness and preventing accidental touches.
Introducing Screen Curtain feature of Samsung One UI 6 (Android 14)
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Samsung Galaxy A23 gets new firmware update in the US

Samsung is releasing a fresh firmware update for Galaxy A23 smartphone users in the US. This update installs the Android security patch released in August 2023 to improve system security.
The new update for the Samsung Galaxy A23 smartphone comes with PDA version A236USQU4CWHC. The update is rolling out for locked models of Galaxy S23 on the T-Mobile network in the US and other carriers could get this update soon.
August 2023 security patch fixes over 70 issues, mainly related to Samsung Members, the Internet, the Galaxy Store, and more to provide a seamless and bug-free experience.
If you have received a notification of the latest update, then check and install it now through Settings >> Software Update >> Download and install.
Apps
Samsung Keyboard 5.8.00.40 update fixes recognition errors

Samsung Keyboard app is getting a new update with version 5.8.00.40. The new update is available on the Galaxy Store with an installtion package size of 97.46MB, which brings improvement and bug fixes.
The fresh update fixes recognition errors in specific areas, which means the app will be more accurate and responsive when typing in different languages, regions, and contexts.
The latest update is compatible with Galaxy devices running from Android 12L to Android 14 OS. The new update is available for download from the Google Play Store or the Samsung Galaxy Store. Alternatively, users can download the Samsung Keyboard 5.8.00.40 update through the third-party source link mentioned here.
Samsung Keyboard app offers various customization options, such as themes, fonts, layouts, and keyboard size. Users can also access various Samsung services, such as Samsung Pass, Samsung Pay, and Bixby, from the keyboard app.