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Samsung’s brilliant Galaxy Note with S Pen Camera is here
Huh, no new Galaxy Note launching this year and its future is in the air as well. Samsung’s one of the iconic smartphone lineup, Galaxy Note, has become the most discussed topic among millions of fans just after the S Pen arrival on the S21 Ultra and Z Fold 3.
Thanks to LetsGoDigital as we now have a possible appearance of the future Galaxy Note phone, may be the Galaxy Note 22 Ultra. Well, the information emerged from the company’s design patent application which was spotted on September 10.
Next Galaxy Note to feature S Pen and camera together
According to the news, Samsung filed a new smartphone design patent on March 5, 2021, at WIPO (World Intellectual Property Organization) with the title “Portable terminal including separable camera”. And the dedicated S Pen silo is enough to confirm that it’s going to become a Galaxy Note phone.
The document of this new design patent shows that Samsung wishes to develop the next Galaxy Note smartphone that comes with an excellent S Pen that has a camera as well. As result, the company can offer a new Galaxy Note phone with a full view display along with a selfie camera with full resolution.
This finding suggests how the Korean phone maker is still exploring new possibilities for a removable S Pen stylus. Therefore, the latest one reveals that the company has filed a new patent for a rod-shaped detachable camera that also has a nib for writing with it.
Future S Pen to feature camera as well!
It’s likely to become a normal high-end Samsung smartphone, with a beautiful full-screen design and rounded screen edges, only at first glance. On the rear panel, it has triple cameras similar to the Galaxy Z Fold 3, but there’s no selfie camera hole on the display and Samsung used a brilliant tech for this.
Patent shows, this future Galaxy Note has a detachable, commonly known as removable, camera system that is as large as the S Pen. Unlike the previous Notes, the removable camera system can be inserted and removed at the top left of the device.
Document confirms that the detachable system includes a camera, microphone and shutter release button. And the company can also add second or more cameras with different lenses with different viewing angles and apertures such as ultrawide and/or telephoto lens.
The new product could replace the traditional S Pen as it is also equipped with a nib and Samsung has clearly thought of everything with this versatile device. With its rod-shaped design, you can easily hold the S Pen Camera in your hand as easily as a selfie stick to capture photos and recording videos.
Benefits of S Pen Camera
Consumers can freely choose any composition they want in order to open up new creative possibilities for shooting from different angles thanks to Samsung’s S Pen Camera. Furthermore, the remote shooting option also makes it easier to capture everyone, including the photographer.
Possibilities:
- S Pen Camera will completely inside the housing.
- The front camera is activated, after which the pop-up camera rises from the housing.
- The user takes the whole camera system out of the housing to take pictures from a distance and from different angles.
Last but not least, it’s not possible to confirm whether Samsung will make such as Galaxy Note with S Pen Camera or not. However, we’ve just talked to HoiINDI, the well-known concept creator, and he promised us to brought the renders and video graphics of the Galaxy Note phone with an S Pen and removable camera.
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Samsung’s new Galaxy A16 debuts in Vietnam with 6 Android updates
Samsung launched Galaxy A16 and Galaxy A16 5G in Vietnam. These devices come with upgraded display, decent photography capabilities, and 6 years of Android updates support.
The Galaxy A16 models feature a 6.7-inch sAMOLED FHD+ display. The sAMOLED screen provides realistic and sharp visuals, making it an ideal choice for gaming and entertainment.
Both new models maintain the signature Galaxy design with sleek, rounded corners and vertically arranged cameras. The devices deliver impressive upgrades in vibrant image quality, eye-catching design, durability, and security, enhancing the overall user experience.
The Galaxy A16 series also improves on design with a slimmer, lighter body at just 7.9mm. The Key Island design gives the A16 a striking look and ensures maximum comfort and convenience.
The Galaxy A16 will receive 6 Android updates, along with Samsung’s enhanced security updates for six years. It will ensure devices stay secure and up-to-date, with Knox Vault also integrated to improve security by protecting personal data.
The camera setup includes a 50MP main camera, a 5MP ultra-wide camera, and a 2MP macro camera. In addition, the 13MP front camera allows users to focus on details, adjust focus, and fine-tune colors.
The Galaxy A16 5G is powered by an advanced octa-core processor, providing smooth performance and decent multitasking. The Galaxy A16 LTE/5G packs a 5000mAh battery and 25W fast charging, ensuring seamless all-day use.
Galaxy A16 LTE/5G Vietnam Availability:
- Galaxy A16 – Black, Gray, and Light Green | VND 5,890,000
- Galaxy A16 5G – Mint, Black, and Gold | VND 6,090,000
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Samsung Galaxy S25 series to support Seamless Updates
Seamless Updates is a long-due feature on Samsung, which could finally arrive with the Galaxy S25 series next year. The company is reportedly considering Seamless Updates support for its next-generation Galaxy S lineup.
Tipster ChunBhai claims that the Galaxy S25 series supports A/B (seamless) updates. Samsung’s Galaxy A55 5G also features A/B partition updates functionality. However, it hasn’t yet arrived on any flagship Galaxy device to date.
Notably, Seamless Updates require hardware-level setup. This means older Galaxy devices will still miss out on the advanced update installation method. If it debuts on the S25 series, future models may continue to feature Seamless Updates.
Google debuted A/B Partition a.k.a. Seamless Updates with Android 10. Virtual A/B updates have replaced Legacy A/B system updates in Android 10. Samsung has been refraining from bringing it to Galaxy flagships despite consumer demand.
Seamless Updates feature is 10x more beneficial than the conventional method. Users can continue to use their devices during an OTA. The only downtime during an update is when the device reboots into the updated disk partition.
Google Pixel phones install update while letting user continue using the phone. When the entire setup finishes, you just need to restart the device to install the new OTA. It takes 10 to 15 seconds to restart the phone and get the latest OTA installed.
Apart from reducing downtime, Seamless Updates also secure your device from software malfunctions. If an OTA fails to apply, the user will not be affected. The user will continue to run the old OS, and the user is free to re-attempt the update.
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Galaxy S25 FE could use S24′ Exynos instead of Dimensity 9400
Exynos 2500 cancellation could lead the Galaxy S25 FE to use the same chip as the Galaxy S24 series. Samsung could use the standard Exynos 2400 in next year’s Fan Edition, potentially canceling the MediaTek Dimensity 9400.
Tipster @chunvn8888 claims that Samsung has canceled the Exynos 2500. The company has been facing yield issues with its 3nm foundry. It has tried to improve the yield rate but didn’t succeed in reaching the production threshold level.
Galaxy S24 FE comes with Exynos 2400e, suggesting that the S25 FE could get Exynos 2500e. As the standard variant canceled itself, the “e” variant is almost unlikely. That said, the Galaxy S25 series will ship with Snapdragon 8 Elite globally.
Samsung has recently released the Galaxy S24 FE. The phone packs the Exynos 2400e, which is a slightly underclocked variant of the Exynos 2400. As the device’s launch is nearly a year away, things may change as the story progresses.
This year’s Fan Edition brought key upgrades such as a larger and brighter display, a bigger battery, and the latest processor. Next year’s FE will not come with the newest chip as 3nm Snapdragon is quite expensive and Exynos 2500 is canceled.
Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra Release Date
Samsung could launch the Galaxy S25 series in January 2025. The company will only drop confirmation about two weeks before Unpacked. The January release window aligns with this year’s Galaxy S launch timeframe.
The Galaxy S25 Ultra could debut a significantly refined design, consisting of slightly rounded corners, thin symmetrical bezels, and a flat frame. The display and camera aspects would not get any notable upgrades.
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