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Samsung and Verizon get success to optimize 5G performance on C-band spectrum
Verizon and Samsung recently completed a fully integrated 5G data session with a C-band spectrum in the live network area. A new milestone has been reached in preparation for its upcoming 5G Ultra Wideband expansion using its newly acquired C Band.
The trial, conducted on the Verizon network (using the C-band Special Temporary Authority provided by Verizon by the FCC) in Texas, Connecticut, and Massachusetts, used Samsung’s fully integrated RAN (vRAN) solution in its software stack and C-band 64T64R Massive MIMO Radio in collaboration and the backbone of Verizon.
Virtualization is critical to the delivery of the promised services through advanced 5G networks. Key 5G usage cases such as large IoT solutions, robust consumer devices and solutions, AR/VR, remote healthcare, independent robots in production facilities, and standard city solutions, will largely depend on the design of virtual networks.
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These technologies enable Verizon to respond more quickly to a variety of customer and computer needs. Virtualization will also reduce the barrier to entry for new vendors in the ecosystem. New entrants will speed up design, reduce operating costs, and lay the foundation for a flexible network and cloud infrastructure close to the customer, ultimately leading to one-millisecond digital capture.
Massive MIMO is an evolution antenna configuration that uses a high number of transmitters that simplify the signal paths between the device and the cell tower.
Today’s milestone follows Samsung’s recent announcement to expand its vRAN capabilities to support mid-band Massive MIMO – the first in the industry. Samsung’s C-band Massive MIMO radio is part of the full C-band portfolio.
Verizon and Samsung on Track To Deliver 5G Over C-band
This virtualization work comes on the heels of other work to speed the expansion of 5G Ultra Wideband service using C-band spectrum including:
- Successful trials integrating C-band with mmWave licensed spectrum,
- Securing new agreements with Verizon’s tower partners, which provide for process improvements including standardizing and reducing forms and minimizing legal reviews, and…
- Installation of C-band equipment.
In the first quarter of 2022, Verizon expects to use the new 5G C-band spectrum in the first 46 markets and provide 5G Ultra Wideband service to 100 million people.
Over 2022 and 2023, coverage is expected to rise to more than 175 million people and by 2024 and above, when the remaining C-band spectrum is removed, more than 250 million people are expected to receive Verizon’s -5G for Ultra-Wideband in C-band band.
Samsung is reportedly preparing to release One UI 6.1 update to the Galaxy S21 series, Galaxy Z Flip 3, and Galaxy Z Fold 3. The update began rolling out to nine Galaxy devices in late March and will soon be available to other older devices.
A Canadian network carrier, Fido has recently updated its update schedule for some Galaxy devices. A new software update will be available for the Galaxy S21 series, Galaxy Z Flip 3, and Galaxy Z Fold 3 smartphones on May 3 in Canada. This update will include the April 2024 security patch and is expected to release much-awaited One UI 6.1 features.
Samsung Galaxy S22 series, Galaxy Z Flip 4, and Galaxy Z Flip 4 smartphones will also get a new software update on May 03 in Canada. While Samsung announced the release of the One UI 6.1 update for the above models in early May the company has not yet confirmed whether the Galaxy S21 series, Z Flip 3, and Fold 3 will be included in this update.
Users of these devices may need to wait for further announcements to know if they will receive the new features and enhancements that One UI 6.1 offers on May 3, 2024.
One UI 6.1 update to introduce some advanced AI features to these devices including Circle to Search and Live translation. Owners of the Galaxy S21 series, Z Flip 3, and Fold 3 should look forward to these enhancements, which will bring their devices up to date with the latest Samsung technology.
Galaxy S22, Z Fold 4, and Flip 4 to receive Galaxy AI, One UI 6.1 update on May 3
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Samsung recently began rolling out a software update for its Galaxy devices in Europe, focusing on 4G network compatibility. The update that started releasing with the Galaxy S24 and other recent models is now available for the Galaxy S22 series as well.
Users of Samsung Galaxy S22, Galaxy S22 Plus, and Galaxy S22 Ultra smartphones can identify the new update in Europe through One UI build version S901BXXU8DXD6, S906BXXU8DXD6, and S908BXXU8DXD6 respectively. This update is based on Android 14 and One UI 6.0.
The new update has revised support for the LTE TDD band. For German-purchased devices, the update will disable TDD 4G network support in ten European countries including Belgium, Denmark, Germany, France, Luxembourg, the Netherlands, Austria, Poland, Switzerland, and the Czech Republic.
To check and install the update, open the Settings app >> Software Update >> Download and install.
One UI 6.1 Update
Samsung officially confirmed that the company will release One UI 6.1 update for the Galaxy S22 series along with 5 other Galaxy devices in early May 2024. Moreover, the Canadian network carrier’s schedule also suggested that the Galaxy S22 series, Galaxy Z Fold 4, and Galaxy Z Flip 4 will get a new update with One UI 6.1 starting May 3.
Galaxy S22, Z Fold 4, and Flip 4 to receive Galaxy AI, One UI 6.1 update on May 3
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Samsung has released an update for the Health app on Wear OS devices including Galaxy Watch 4, Galaxy Watch 5, and Galaxy Watch 6 models. Identified via version 6.26.6.001, the update is available for download on the Galaxy Store with an installation package size of 98.95MB.
The latest update of the Samsung Health app for Wear OS addresses some issues to enhance the overall stability and performance of the app. Although the update does not introduce new features, it ensures users a smoother and more reliable experience.
Samsung Health app is a versatile tool for tracking various health-related metrics, including physical activity, calorie information, sleep quality, and stress levels.
For those eager to upgrade, the Samsung Health 6.26.6.001 update can be accessed through the Galaxy Store by navigating to the Menu option and selecting Updates. Additionally, a third-party source link for downloading the update is also available.
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