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Samsung unveiled new chips to enhance next-gen 5G RAN solutions
On June 23, 2021, Samsung introduced a variety of new chipsets, which will be installed into the next generation 5G solutions. The new 3GPP Rel.16 compliant chipsets include a 3rd gen mmWave Radio Frequency Integrated Circuit chip, a 2nd gen 5G modem SoC and a Digital Front End (DFE)-RFIC integrated chip.
The Korean tech giant confirmed that it will power the next-generation products for 5G build-out including the next generation 5G Compact Macro, Massive MIMO radios, and baseband units. However, these solutions will be commercially available next year.
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As scheduled, Samsung held the “Samsung Networks: Redefined” event to introduce new solutions and notable 5G accomplishments for network transformation. At the event, the company highlighted its experience in developing in-house chipsets for over 20 years.
According to Samsung, the new chipsets are designed to take Samsung’s next-generation 5G lineup to a new level by increasing power efficiency, boosting performance, and reducing the size of the 5G solutions.
Samsung’s newly-introduced chips-
3rd Generation mmWave RFIC:
The new 3rd generation RFIC chip supports both 28GHz and 39GHz spectrums that will be implemented in Samsung’s next-gen 5G Compact Macro. The chip consists of advanced technology that reduces antenna size by nearly 50% to maximize the 5G radio’s interior space.
2nd Generation 5G Modem SoC:
Samsung’s 2nd generation chipsets will let its future baseband unit have twice the capacity while cutting power consumption in half per cell, in comparison to the previous generation.
DFE-RFIC Integrated Chip:
This new chip combines RFIC and DFE functions for sub-6GHz and millimeter wave spectrum. By integrating these functions, the chip not only doubles the frequency bandwidth but also reduces the size and increases the output power of Samsung’s next-generation solutions, including 5G compact macros.
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One UI 8 must have Android 16’s Advanced Protection features
Samsung’s One UI 8 must bring Android 16’s Advanced Protection features. Google is reportedly developing new Advanced Protection features that could debut in Android 16, which we want to arrive on Galaxy phones with One UI 8 update.
One UI 7 is based on Android 15, scheduled to enter Beta this year and Public early next year. Galaxy phones will get Android 16 update with One UI 8 update – only if Samsung keeps stuck to its current version strategy.
Google is working to develop Advanced Protection integration for Android 16. The program includes new settings and a new API that’ll allow apps to change their behavior depending on whether users have Advanced Protection enabled.
Android could add Samsung’s Auto Blocker-like features. The feature restricts apps to be installed on Galaxy phones from unauthorized sources. However, you can still sideload APKs by disabling the Auto Blocker from Privacy settings.
Android 16 could allow you to enroll in Advanced Protection through Settings. Once enrolled, you will have to keep your Google Account signed in, and the OS will not allow you to install apps from sources other than Play Store and Galaxy Store.
Mishaal discovered a new patch in the AOSP Gerrit, which refers to a “new Service for Android Advanced Protection Mode.” It will allow apps to see whether Advanced Protection is enabled on-device, and to adjust their behavior accordingly.
A comment on the patch from a Google engineer clarified that the service in question “allows users to enroll into ‘advanced protection’ via Settings, and for apps to check if the user is enrolled” using a new API.
When enabled, Android 16 could require additional authentication if you try to access certain content, like protected files or banking details. Details are unknown, but we expect to see the Advanced Protection added in the Android 16 version.
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Samsung Daily+ adds Technogym app in the US
Samsung US partnered with Technogym to bring a fitness app to Daily+. The Technogym introduces personalized fitness routines with equipment-based and bodyweight exercises for a comprehensive home workout experience.
A study* says more than half of Americans say their favorite place to exercise is at home. Grabbing this opportunity, Samsung joined forces to launch a new Technogym app on the Daily+ platform for 2024 Smart TVs in the US.
Samsung says Technogym will offer more than 130 sessions to help you reach your goals. The fitness application on Samsung Daily+ is set to elevate your at-home workouts and makes it easy to keep wellness at the center of your routine.
Additionally, the app provides a broad and diverse library of video training sessions, including strength, yoga, cardio, Pilates, meditation and body weight-based exercises. It offers workouts for different skill levels, from beginner to advanced.
The platform will also refresh the workouts feed by regularly publishing new workouts. Users can also download the Technogym mobile app to access personalized profile and effortlessly track workout history across devices.
The newly released Technogym app on Samsung Daily+ is available in a basic version that’s free for all users, with the option for a premium subscription that provides access to exclusive, more in-depth workout content.
* Source: Statista: Home fitness in the United States – statistics & facts
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Samsung SmartThings gets a boost with Home Insight feature
Samsung has unveiled a new feature for its SmartThings platform called Home Insight at SDC24. This feature makes smart home management easier and more efficient by using artificial intelligence (AI).
Jaeyeon Jung, the Executive Vice President of SmartThings, explained that Home Insight is designed to understand how people live in their homes. It provides helpful home reports and personalized recommendations based on how you use your devices, your preferences, and even the time of year.
Samsung Home Insight makes it easier for people to manage their smart homes. For example, if you often forget to turn off the lights during the day, Home Insight can remind you to do so.
To make these features easy to access, Samsung introduced the Home Insight Widget, which will be available on the new Galaxy Tab S10. This means users can turn their tablets into a controller for managing various smart devices, all from one app.
It is expected that Samsung will soon expand the SmartThings Home Insight feature through a new update. Currently, you can access this feature in the Galaxy Tab S10 series.
Last month, Samsung launched the Galaxy Tab S10 series. The Galaxy Tab S10 Ultra features a massive 14.6-inch panel, while the Tab S10 Plus sports a 12.4-inch screen. Both models have premium Dynamic AMOLED 2X displays and offer a vibrant yet natural viewing experience.
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