Future Samsung devices might not face battery draining issue by applying this Japanese technology
The most frustrating thing about having a Samsung smartphone is that despite the vast array of technological bells and whistles found on current models, long-term battery life is still an issue that needs to be resolved. Moreover, one of the main reasons why many users are forced to switch their Galaxies every couple of years is battery degradation.
As a result, they need to carry the power banks or charging their devices multiple times a day which somehow spoils the battery after some years of usage. However, it also blasts in some cases! which we already encountered in the past from the Galaxy S7 phones.
Researchers in Japan may have just discovered a solution to this problem
According to the ACS Applied Energy Materials journal, a research team from the Japan Advanced Institute of Science and Technology (JAIST) has been working on a new material that could extend the lifespan of lithium-ion (Li-ion) batteries used in smartphones and other devices also.
In a press release, the team mentioned studying the properties of a new binder for graphite anodes, which form the negative terminals in batteries. These terminals, when combined with cathodes (positive terminals) and electrolytes, all form an ecosystem conducive to electrochemical reactions that are involved in the charging and discharging of the battery.
To prevent the Li-ion batteries from degrading with each use, the binder used is made up of polyvinylidene fluoride (PVDF), which owns multiple qualities making it an appropriate material for long-term use.
After so many days of research and hard work, the team has now identified a new material that could possibly be used as a binder for graphite anodes called a bis-imino-acenaphthenequinone-paraphenylene polymer (BP polymer in short).
This new material offers better power-driven stability and has a number of qualities that immediately prevent graphite anodes from wearing out as quickly as when bound by PVDF (polyvinylidene fluoride).
How does this new material prevent battery drainage?
According to Professor Noriyoshi Matsumi, the lead scientist behind the study said that “whereas a half-cell using PVDF as a binder exhibited only 65 percent of its original capacity after about 500 charge-discharge cycles, the half-cell using the BP copolymer showed a capacity retention of 95 percent after over 1,700 such cycles.”
This implies the lifespan of a Li-ion battery increases dramatically in the typical scenario of everyday smartphone usage. Resulting in, the battery being able to retain its maximum charge capacity for up to five years before noticeable signs of degradation begin appearing.
“The realization of durable batteries will help in the development of more reliable products for long-term use,” Matsumi added. “This will encourage consumers to purchase more expensive battery-based assets like electric vehicles, which will be used for many years.”
Besides, the team believes the results of their research will lead to more battery-powered consumer devices with longer battery lives. However, if this research goes well it will result in the production of devices with lesser battery size but designed to last longer instead of being discarded every couple of years.
Lastly, if Samsung applied this technology to its smartphones and other devices which are fueled by a battery, then it will going to be a cherry on the cake. It is because the battery is one of the departments where Samsung devices are always criticized, and in 2021 it still quite an eminent issue for the brand that needs to be addressed.
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TSMC’s 2nm lockdown opens door for Samsung to lead US chip revolution
Recently emerged reports suggest that Samsung is shifting its focus to 2nm process technology. The company’s second-generation 3nm process hasn’t yet reached the production threshold yield rate, leading toward a potential cancellation.
TSMC’s 2nm process is in crisis as the Taiwanese government has firmly stated that TSMC cannot currently produce 2nm chips outside Taiwan. It is believed that TSMC will not be able to produce 2nm-class chips at its US fab for now.
Tom’sHardware citing TaiPeiTimes broke the news that TSMC can build advanced fabs in the US, Europe, and Japan, but it is not formally allowed to produce chips using its most advanced processes at its facilities outside Taiwan.
Taiwan’s Minister of Economic Affairs recently attended a meeting of the Economics Committee in Taipei, where she stated, “Due to Taiwan’s regulations protecting its technology, TSMC is not able to produce 2nm chips overseas at the moment.”
Reports say that the Taiwanese law requires chip manufacturers to produce chips at their overseas facilities that are at least one generation behind the tech used at their local facilities, meaning 2nm will be produced in Taiwan first.
Notably, TSMC is investing $65 billion to build three chip fabs in Arizona, US. The first of these will begin operations next year, producing 4nm chips. The second facility, which could open in 2028, is expected to start production of 2nm and 3nm chips.
Donald Trump Returns…
The issue arises from the potential influence of President-elect Donald Trump. DigiTimes recently reported that the Trump administration may pressure TSMC to start 2nm production sooner on American soil.
Given Taiwan’s gov’s intervention, early production of 2nm chips may be difficult. Industry insiders believe that this move demonstrates Taiwan’s strong intention to keep its latest technologies at home, potentially increasing tensions.
If Trump targets TSMC, doors of opportunities will open for Samsung and others. The newly elected President also expressed his intentions to put tariffs rather than subsidies to pressurize chip makers to boost production in America.
Via – TomsHardware
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Samsung One UI 7 Beta could release next week in the US, Korea
Samsung could release One UI 7 Beta next week. While everyone’s waiting for the Beta Program, this input comes as a pleasing development. The company is expected to start the One UI 7 Beta after November 17.
One UI 7 Beta could release after November 17 in two countries. Tipster IceUniverse revealed that the beta program will be initiated in the US and South Korea. The company could expand the Beta Program to five more markets later.
In early October, Samsung announced the One UI 7 Beta will start by the end of the year. The final build will be unveiled alongside the Galaxy S25 series. Meanwhile, the Galaxy S24 series users will get early access to the new firmware.
IceUniverse on Samsung One UI 7 Beta release
I predict that next week, after November 17th, One UI 7 Beta will start.
The first countries include South Korea and the United States.
One UI 7 will be based on the latest Android 15 operating system. The next big update introduces massive design changes and functional improvements. The update is aimed at significantly improving the experience with new features and reliability.
Samsung has also enhanced the animation and fluency aspect. The Beta animations could not be quite competitive with iOS 18. However, Galaxy fans are looking forward to Stable build, which would bring significant refinements.
There will be many visible changes to the user interface including the Quick and Notification panels. Both sections will appear separated, similar to what you may have seen on Apple’s iOS and Xiaomi’s HyperOS.
UI components will also be more rounded than the One UI 6. The typography and blur overlay implementation will play a vital role in making the One UI 7 look appealing. Head towards our recent coverage on One UI 7 for more:
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Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra Wishlist: 7 essential features for the next big phone
The Samsung Galaxy S series has always been at the forefront of innovation, setting benchmarks for what premium smartphones should offer. With the Galaxy S25 Ultra on the horizon, the expectations are sky-high. Here’s an in-depth list of desired enhancements that might position the Galaxy S25 Ultra as the top smartphone for 2025.
1. Design:
There’s a lot of rumor that Samsung might switch to a flat screen, but with rounded corners, mirroring the style of the Galaxy Note 20. This design doesn’t just look sharp; it’s also more comfortable to hold and helps prevent annoying accidental touches along the edges. Plus, using a titanium frame makes the phone tougher yet lighter, giving it a high-end look.
2. Display:
The Galaxy S24 Ultra has one of the best displays in the world. There should be a brighter screen on the Galaxy S25 Ultra and other S25 devices: With competitors pushing display brightness, an upgrade to a display capable of reaching up to 3000 to 3,200 nits would be a welcome feature, ensuring visibility even in the brightest sunlight.
There’s a rumor that the bezels might be under 1.2mm, it would make the phone look even better and give you more screen space to work with, which is something I’ve always valued during my review time.
Based on official information, the Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra has a display with a peak brightness of 2,600 nits, which is quite impressive for visibility in bright environments like direct sunlight. However, for practical purposes, the S24 Ultra’s 2,600 nits already provide excellent outdoor visibility.
3. Performance:
Qualcomm’s latest Snapdragon 8 Elite chipset with its custom Oryon cores could provide unprecedented performance for Samsung’s Galaxy S25 Ultra, potentially surpassing the A18 Pro in Apple’s iPhone 16 Pro.
The latest Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite chipset comes with significant advancements in both power efficiency and AI capabilities, making it a game-changer for smartphones.
The 8 Elite is reported to offer a 44-46% increase in power efficiency compared to the Snapdragon 8 Gen 3, the chipset featured in the Galaxy S24 Ultra, thanks to a 3nm process.
Improvement in power efficiency means that devices using the Snapdragon 8 Elite chipset could offer longer battery life or maintain performance at lower power consumption levels, which is crucial for smartphones where battery life is a significant concern.
The chipset introduces Qualcomm’s custom Oryon CPU, designed to handle complex, multimodal AI tasks efficiently. It offers up to 12 times the AI performance of its predecessor, important for real-time AI features like object recognition, language processing, and more.
In addition to the latest chipset, increasing the RAM capacity to 16GB in the Galaxy S25 Ultra would represent a significant performance enhancement. More RAM allows for smoother operation when switching between apps or running multiple applications simultaneously.
In addition to that, with software updates often increasing system requirements, having more RAM ensures that the device can handle future OS updates and new applications without performance degradation. FYI, the OnePlus 12 already has 16GB of RAM.
4. Camera:
I am looking for an enhanced ultrawide camera. Upgrading to a 50MP sensor for the ultrawide lens would significantly improve low-light photography and dynamic range, areas where previous models (the S24 Ultra has a 12MP UW sensor,) have room for improvement.
The 50MP sensor can significantly enhance low-light photography, allowing for better light gathering, reducing noise, and improving detail in dark or dim conditions. This sensor will capture more detail, which can contribute to a better dynamic range. It will capture scenes with both bright highlights and dark shadows with a lot more accuracy. We have seen the improvement in low-light conditions and dynamic range in the earlier models like the Samsung Galaxy S20 FE.
With the Galaxy S25 Ultra, you’re likely to see improvements in how photos are edited with the AI. The AI might suggest changes or just go ahead and adjust things like color balance and contrast, or even apply effects that it thinks you’d like based on your uses or edited history. There should be a more sophisticated handling of shake and motion blur.
5. Battery and Charging:
I am looking for faster charging in smartphones: While Samsung has maintained 45W charging for its Ultra models, it’s time to step up. Samsung could potentially offer 60W or even higher in some markets, drastically reducing charging times.
Implementing Battery AI could intelligently manage power consumption, learning from user habits to optimize battery life, which would be a significant leap forward in user experience.
Rumors are suggesting that the battery capacity will remain at 4,000 mAh for the Galaxy S25, similar to its predecessor, the S24. The Galaxy S25+ will have a battery capacity of 4,900 mAh, the same as the S24+. The S25 Ultra is rumored to stay at 5,000 mAh, the same as the S24 Ultra.
However, there’s mention of potential enhancements in power efficiency due to the new Snapdragon 8 Elite chipset, which might improve battery life indirectly.
6. Software:
With the promise of One UI 7, Samsung could introduce a smoother, more intuitive interface. Features like seamless updates, as seen in the Google Pixel devices, would prevent the need for reboots during updates, enhancing user convenience.
The One UI 7 could bring about features where the phone anticipates user needs without manual inputs, simplifying daily interactions. Samsung has officially confirmed that there will be a new version of One UI with the Galaxy S25 Ultra. There will be up to 7 years of software support for the Galaxy S25 series.
7. Additional Features
A larger vibration motor for better haptic feedback would enrich the tactile experience, something I’ve noticed can significantly affect user interaction, especially in gaming or when using the S Pen.
With the power of new chips, thermal management becomes crucial. A larger vapor chamber for cooling would ensure the device performs optimally even under heavy load.
Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra has the potential to redefine what we expect from flagship smartphones. From design to performance, and especially in departments like AI integration and camera technology, Samsung could lead the flagship segment. However, all these features are based on leaks, rumors, and the logical progression of technology, so they remain speculative until official announcements.
Disclaimer
This article is purely speculative and based on the latest rumors and leaks about the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra. There is no official confirmation from Samsung on these features or specifications. As with any pre-release tech speculation, actual products may differ when launched.