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Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 3 is official with S Pen Pro, 4MP under-display camera, 120Hz AMOLED screens, Snapdragon 888 chip and more
At the 4th Unpacked of 2021, Samsung has officially launched the Galaxy Z Fold 3, which is the third-generation foldable smartphone from the OEM. Just like its predecessor, the new Fold model features an inward folding mechanism alongside an outer display.
As the device came instead of the iconic Galaxy Note lineup, the Korean tech giant tried to fill the gap of 2021 Notes by bringing their S Pen. Well, there is one more thing that Samsung has decided to put into its latest foldable, which is the UPC, commonly known as under-display camera technology.
Galaxy Z Fold 3 Highlights
- Under Panel Camera (UPC)
- S Pen support with Air Actions through S Pen Pro
- One UI 3.1.1
- IPX8 rating for dust and water resistance
- Snapdragon 888 SoC
- Lesser pricing
- Upgrades up to Android 14
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Aside from these, there’s a lot to discuss the Galaxy Z Fold 3, so let’s begin with the display –
Display
The Galaxy Z Fold 3 sports a 7.6-inch inner AMOLED display with a resolution of 2,208 x 1,768 pixels, 120Hz refresh rate, HDR10+ support, and a layer of ultra-thin glass for protection. On the other hand, it comes with a 120Hz AMOLED cover display of 6.2-inch with 2,268 x 832 pixels as well as Corning Gorilla Glass Victus protection.
Processor and storage
The Galaxy Z Fold 3 is powered by the latest Snapdragon 888 flagship SoC paired with 12GB of RAM and 256GB/512GB of storage. It’s noteworthy that the latest foldable phone also highlights an IPX8 rating for dust and water resistance.
Camera
Unlike the Galaxy S21 Ultra, the Galaxy Z Fold 3 doesn’t feature such noticeable camera capabilities as two telephoto lenses and 100x Space Zoom. However, the device sports a triple rear camera system on the back including a 12MP sensor that can record 8K video.
Aside from this, the ultra-wide camera of the Galaxy Z Fold 3 features a minor upgrade over the Galaxy Z Fold 2 that is the PDAF support. In addition, there are two selfie cameras on the Z Fold 3, one of them is on cover display with 10MP resolution, while the folding panel is equipped with an invisible 4MP lens.
Additional features
Under the hood, the Galaxy Z Fold 3 uses a 4,400mAh battery that can be recharged by up to 25W fast charger over a cable and a wireless charger as well. On the side, the handset allows you to place the finger on the power button to unlock it through a fingerprint scanner.
Software systems and upgrades
The Galaxy Z Fold 3 runs the new One UI 3.1.1 version on top of Android 11 OS that has arrived instead of the One UI 3.5. As it’s a flagship smartphone, the OEM is committed to offering at least three generations of major software update support, and I can directly say it will get updates up to Android 14.
Price, colors and availability
- Galaxy Z Fold 3 12GB+256GB – $1799.99
- Galaxy Z Fold 3 12GB+512GB – $1899.99
- Z Fold S Pen – $49.99
- S Pen Pro – $99.99
- Shipping starts on August 27, 2021
- Color options – Phantom Black, Phantom Green, and Phantom Silver.
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9 Samsung Galaxy devices will get Circle to Search feature this week
Samsung‘s Galaxy S24 series introduced the Google-powered Circle to Search feature, which is now set to expand to more Galaxy devices with the One UI 6.1 update. The Circle to Search feature expansion has been officially confirmed for more Google Pixel and Samsung Galaxy models.
Google and Alphabet CEO Sundar Pichai announced that Circle to Search will be available on more Pixel and Samsung Galaxy devices this week. He also noted that this feature would allow users to translate text on their screen without switching between applications.
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One UI 6.1 update will bring the Circle to Search feature to nine Samsung devices, including the Galaxy S23, Galaxy S23 FE, Galaxy S23 Plus, Galaxy S23 Ultra, Galaxy Z Flip 5, Galaxy Z Fold 5, Galaxy Tab S9, Galaxy Tab S9 Plus, and Galaxy Tab S9 Ultra.
Following the Pixel 8 and Pixel 7 series, this feature is also now scheduled to be released for the Pixel 6 series, Pixel Fold, and Pixel Tablet starting this week.
Starting this week, we’re bringing Circle to Search to more Pixel and Samsung phones, foldables and tablets. And soon, you can use Circle to Search to instantly translate whatever’s on your screen without switching apps. pic.twitter.com/bgUcUh7K9v
— Sundar Pichai (@sundarpichai) March 27, 2024
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Samsung’s Bespoke AI Combo shines in outdoor ads at Korea’s major landmarks
Samsung is enhancing its presence with the ‘Bespoke AI Combo’ through outdoor advertisements at major landmarks across Korea. The advertisement highlights the product’s efficiency, showcasing its ability to wash and dry clothes swiftly using AI technology.
Since the 8th of March, the campaign has reached 20 significant locations, leading to outstanding sales of over 1,000 units in just three days and a total of 3,000 units in 12 days.
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The company has showcased the ‘Bespoke AI Combo’ at prominent locations in Korea including Yeouido The Hyundai Seoul, Seoul COEX, Seoul Famille Station, Gangnam Station, Starfield Suwon, Busan Shinsegae Department Store Centum City Branch, and Shinsegae Department Store Daegu Branch.
Samsung is set to expand its marketing efforts for the ‘Bespoke AI Combo’ with a TV advertisement scheduled for the 23rd, complementing its existing outdoor campaign.
Furthermore, this year, Samsung continues to advance its AI home appliance line, introducing products like the Bespoke Jet AI and Bespoke Grande AI, strengthening its position as a leader in AI-powered home appliances.
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Apple faces US DOJ lawsuit over alleged iPhone monopoly
The US Department of Justice (DOJ) has filed a lawsuit against tech giant Apple, accusing the company of maintaining an illegal monopoly in the smartphone market. The DOJ accuses Apple of violating the Sherman Antitrust Act.
The suit claims Apple has restricted third-party app growth, limited cloud and game-streaming services, forced continued iPhone purchases for messaging, diminished non-Apple smartwatch functionality, and prevented third-party digital wallet use.
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In a press conference, US Attorney General Merrick Garland highlighted issues such as the App Store’s fee system, degraded third-party accessory experiences, and relies heavily on Messages. The case, backed by 16 state Attorneys General, could have significant implications for Apple’s business practices and the broader tech industry.
The US DOJ said in a release about the suit:
“Apple exercises its monopoly power to extract more money from consumers, developers, content creators, artists, publishers, small businesses, and merchants, among others.”
Apple also responded by defending its innovation and user-focused approach, warning that the lawsuit could hinder its ability to deliver the seamless technology integration users expect. Check the entire response of Apple below.
“At Apple, we innovate every day to make technology people love — designing products that work seamlessly together, protect people’s privacy and security, and create a magical experience for our users. This lawsuit threatens who we are and the principles that set Apple products apart in fiercely competitive markets.
If successful, it would hinder our ability to create the kind of technology people expect from Apple — where hardware, software, and services intersect. It would also set a dangerous precedent, empowering the government to take a heavy hand in designing people’s technology. We believe this lawsuit is wrong on the facts and the law, and we will vigorously defend against it.”