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TCL’s foldable, rollable smartphone captured, and Samsung is racing to bring rollable display devices too

At DTC 2021 event in China, TCL has just unveiled the amazing rollable display concept. There is also a video on this new technology called Fold’n Roll Concept. This video comes on Twitter courtesy of FoldUniverse. The device seems to be in the early stages of development, so it may be far away to go into the mainstream. Although, it is a unique concept and highlights the convenience of modern screens.
The smartphone folds and expands like a Samsung Galaxy Z Fold. In this case, the display stretches horizontally from the left side, effectively turning into a tablet. The UI is not optimized for the form factor, which is not particularly a deal-breaker, taking into account the fact that it is a prototype.
TCL Fold’n Roll Concept
This TCL prototype folds outwards, meaning it does not require an additional screen. In contrast, the Samsung Galaxy Z Folds inwards so another screen is required on the front. This TCL prototype device offers a 6.87-inch screen in its standard stance but expands to 8.55-inches when unfolded. The horizontal rolling screen transforms it into a 10-inch screen that delivers the full tablet experience.
TCL subsidiary CSOT has unveiled two new rolling display prototypes at CES 2021. Both are OLED panels, but one of them fits the description of the rollable display we are discussing now. Separately, TCL has also demonstrated a vertically rolling disc, so it is clear that the company has worked hard in this direction.
It should be noted that TCL is not the only company operating on a rollable display device. A few months ago, Huawei’s former brand HONOR patented a rollable smartphone with a “wraparound display”, indicating its interest in the region. Apart from this, Oppo is taking significant steps towards launching a rollable display phone.
Samsung is also expected to compete to bring the rollable display device to market. However, the Korean manufacturer’s immediate vision is to expand its foldable display product for the next generation of Galaxy Z Fold and Z Flip smartphones.
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One UI 7 takes Galaxy AI Enhance-X to new heights

Samsung is upgrading the Galaxy Enhance-X app with One UI 7. The app is getting a Good Lock-inspired makeover that will allow users to download specific features and remove the ones that are not in often usage.
This upgrade aims to save storage on your Galaxy smartphone. Currently, the latest version is available for the Galaxy S25 series. Samsung also revealed eligible devices and promised a general availability in the next five days.
One UI 7 update is bringing a new Downloadable Features tab to the Galaxy Enhance-X app. This section currently has two features: Camera Shift and Sky Guide. Samsung will gradually expand the availability of downloadable features.
Downloadable Features
A. Camera Shift
With Camera Shift, you can freely adjust the composition of your photos to achieve the perfect ratio and angle. Refine the composition of your portraits to create more balanced and visually appealing shots!
B. Sky Guide
The Sky Guide feature analyzes the stars in your photo and helps you identify your constellation.
Conditions for Guide Activation:
- A recognizable starry photo
- The captured field of view must match the Exif-stored field of view
- At least 20 clearly visible stars
Readily available on the Galaxy S25 series, the new Galaxy Enhance-X experience is coming to the Galaxy S24 series, S23 series, S22 series, and S21 series. More devices include Z Fold 6/5/4/3, Z Flip 6/5/4/3, Tab S9/S8 series, and Tab S10 series.
Galaxy Enhance-X currently takes around 200MB of storage on your smartphone. With the new change, the occupied space would decline, with expansion will make it a lightweight application with the ability to personalize tools.

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Samsung Galaxy S25 craze booms used smartphone sales

Samsung announced Galaxy S25 series pre-orders surpassed 1.3 million in South Korea. The new Galaxy S25 series is gaining a record-breaking response from consumers, which also boosts the used smartphone sales.
Used phone sellers launching promotions targeting Galaxy S25 buyers. These offers provide extra trade-in bonuses for customers who trade in old devices. Some vendors are offering trade-in benefits as high as $980.
Yesterday, the Korean tech giant officially announced that the Galaxy S25 series set a new sales record, with 1.3 million units sold during the pre-orders. The strong performance suggests that second-hand phone trades will continue to rise post-launch.
The used smartphone industry is intensifying its marketing efforts in response to the strong early sales of the Galaxy S25 series. Businesses expect to benefit from increased trade-ins as demand for the new device grows, seeing this as a golden opportunity.
Mintit has introduced an additional trade-in reward of up to $37.
- Until the end of this month, customers who trade in their old smartphones at Mintit ATMs nationwide will receive the bonus.
- Eligible models include the Galaxy S24 series, Galaxy Z Fold 3 and 4, and iPhone 13 series.
Sello is offering a promotion until March 31, with trade-in compensation of up to $980.
- Customers trading in Galaxy S, Galaxy Note, or Galaxy Z Fold/Flip devices will receive an additional $15 on top of the standard trade-in value.
PhoneGabi has launched a “Super Reward Program”.
- Customers participating in its pre-sale trade-in promotion by February 17 will receive an additional $7.5. If they also sell smartwatches or tablets, they can receive up to $52 in incentives.
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Next-gen EV LiDAR gets a boost with Samsung’s ultra-small MLCC

Samsung continues to expand its business beyond the mobile landscape. In a recent development, Samsung Electro-Mechanics announced the world’s highest voltage and ultra-small MLCC in a 1005 size for Autonomous driving.
The new Samsung MLCC for LiDAR applications in next-generation Autonomous vehicles has a capacity of 2.2uF. It can be operated at a high voltage of 10V, with dimensions of 1005 size (1.0 mm wide and 0.5 mm long).
Samsung’s new solution features 60% higher voltage than the previous standard of 6.3V. Such high voltage configuration is a critical reliability standard for automotive products. It’s all set to provide reliable performance in LiDAR systems.
The company highlighted that MLCCs can’t meet both voltage and capacitance requirements together. However, the new MLCC by Samsung is the most suitable solution for both a stable power supply and accurate signal transmission.
The Korean tech giant revealed that it has developed proprietary additives and a new manufacturing method, which practically minimizes empty spaces within the dielectric, allowing stable operation even at high voltages.
Executive Vice President Choi Jeremy, Head of Samsung Electro-Mechanics’ Component Solution Unit, stated, “The demand for high-performance and high-reliability MLCCs is increasing due to the electrification of vehicles,” adding, “We will strengthen our competitive edge in differentiated technology by securing key technologies in materials, equipment, and manufacturing processes for MLCCs, and actively respond to growth markets focusing on high-value products.”
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Galaxy S25 Cracked Screen Repair: How much will it cost in the US?

Samsung Galaxy S25 series’ cracked screen repair may cost the same as its predecessors in the US. The company’s Indian unit has reportedly decreased the repair cost but it isn’t the same case for American consumers.
The Korean tech giant has launched the Galaxy S25 series flagships on January 22. The pre-order period is over and deliveries are underway globally. You can find out the latest Galaxy S25 series deals on Samsung.com and the Shop app.
Galaxy S25 Series Cracked Screen Repair US
The Galaxy S25 family’s cracked screen repair cost starts at $174 and goes up to $259 in the US. Samsung would only replace the panel, rather than the bezel, middle frame, and battery unit to save repair costs burden.
It costs $259, $199, and $174 to replace the screen of the S25 Ultra, S25 Plus and S25, respectively. Do note that these prices exclude applicable taxes and a minimal labor fee, that would be charged by the service center.

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Samsung Care+
Getting Samsung Care+ with your new Galaxy device is worth the cost. If your phone’s screen gets damaged, the Care+ will ensure your pocket won’t face the repair cost burden. If you get a Care+ with screen assurance, you will have to pay just the labor fee.
Back in December, Samsung Care+ with Theft and Loss subscription waived the $29 fee toward screen repair, making it free for consumers in the US. This Zero Dollar Screen Repairs program is a great deal to bundle with your new Galaxy.
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One UI 7 might rearrange your Home Screen like a puzzle

You might lose your current home screen setup after upgrading to One UI 7. Samsung’s new software has dropped two home screen grid options, resulting in empty spaces and rearranged app icons or widgets on the home screen.
Notably, the One UI 7 doesn’t have 4×5 and 5×5 home screen grid options. The new software only has two options i.e. 4×6 and 5×6. So if your current setup follows the 4×5 or 5×5 grid, the arrangement would be changed in One UI 7.
The change appears to be made in line with the addition of the Now Bar function. The dynamic user interface requires a separate space on the screen. Altered home screen grids are probably aimed at optimizing the experience with the Now Bar.
“The 4×5, 5×5 grid arrangements will no longer be available in the default selection for devices running One UI 7,” Samsung noted on official website. “After transferring apps and data from your old device, the home screen layout may change, resulting in empty spaces where apps or widgets were previously located,” the company added.
It doesn’t mean Samsung wants you to lose your current home screen setup. The 4×5 and 5×5 options are not available by default, but you can still get any of those layouts using the Good Lock’s Home Up customization plugin.
Home Up would bring back the previous home screen grid options. However, this experimental customization may have occasional glitches while the Now Bar is triggered. Hence, we advise you to rearrange your screen as per the options available.
You can make the process a bit effortless by taking a screenshot before upgrading to the new OS. It’s not needed if your home screen is clean or has limited apps, but if there’s a lot of stuff, save a screenshot; it will help rearrange apps and widgets.
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