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Official: Why Samsung Galaxy S10, Note 10 One UI 4.0 update misses Android 12’s Extra Dim feature?
In addition to the newer flagships, Samsung also upgraded the Galaxy Note 10 and Galaxy S10 series devices with the Android 12. The One UI 4.0 update brings several new features to the Samsung devices, however, consumers of Galaxy S10 and Note 10 reported unavailability of Android 12’s Extra Dim feature.
On the official community forum, several Galaxy S10 and Note 10 series smartphone owners raised their concern regarding the unavailability of the Extra Dim tool that is an Android 12’s Accessibility feature. Following the widespread blow, Samsung officially revealed the reason behind the lack of the Extra Dim feature.
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Galaxy S10, Note 10 doesn’t support Extra Dim!
While the Extra Dim is an Android 12 Accessibility feature, Samsung confirmed that the Galaxy S10 and Galaxy Note 10 lineup devices don’t support it due to hardware restrictions. However, the Extra Dim lets users additionally reduce the brightness of the screen allowed by the phone’s hardware.
In addition, the company pointed out that the engineers are trying to deliver all the Android 12’s Accessibility features to the Galaxy devices as much as possible. Though the company brings a matching feature instead if there’s any hardware restriction, or if even that is impossible, they don’t provide it.
The company official said that the “Extra Dim” function was not provided in some Galaxy devices such as the Galaxy S10 and Note 10 as there were various problems that occurred such as the video being played in certain situations not being seen while using the Extra Dim feature.
What is Extra dim?
Google’s Android 12 introduces a new accessibility option called Extra Dim, which additionally decreases the screen’s brightness in addition to the level allowed by the hardware. As result, you can enable the Extra dim option when the lowest brightness of your phone isn’t low adequately.
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To be noted, Extra dim is an accessibility tool that comes to all the smartphones with Android 12 update (except for h/w restricted models). When it comes to Samsung, the Galaxy devices add an Extra dim toggle in the notification center so you can access the feature easily.
How to find Extra Dim, if there’s?
You can find the screen Extra dim option directly from your Samsung phone’s notification panel after the Android 12-based One UI 4.0 upgrade. Besides, you can also reach the feature by navigating to your phone’s Settings >> Accessibility >> Visibility enhancements >> Extra dim.
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TSMC unveils A16: 1.6nm semiconductor manufacturing process
TSMC will commence 1.6nm semiconductor production in the second half of 2026. The company’s Co-Chief Operating Officer, Y.J. Mii, announced (via NikkeiAsia) in the US that the new A16 chip manufacturing technology will begin production in the second half of 2026.
South Korea’s Samsung Electronics is also working on 1.6nm process tech, called Backside Power Delivery. Taiwanese chipmaker said that 1.6nm is an area where they are competing with Intel, racing to boost the speed of AI semiconductors.
Demand from AI chip companies led TSMC to develop the new A16 chip manufacturing process faster than expected. High NA EUV, the next-generation extreme ultraviolet exposure equipment for drawing ultra-fine circuits, is unlikely to be used.
Samsung previously revealed it plans to mass produce 2nm in 2025 and 1.4nm in 2027, which is similar to TSMC. Meanwhile, Intel could start mass production of the 1.8nm process later this year, with 1.4nm expected to be announced in 2027.
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Fresh Samsung Quick Share App update available for Android 14 devices
Samsung is releasing a new update of the Quick Share app for Android 14 devices. Identified via version 13.6.13.6, the new update is available on the Galaxy Store with an installation package of 25.58MB
The fresh update brings the Family Hub refrigerator nearby sharing support for a better experience. It also fixes some bugs encountered in the previous version. However, it does not bring any new features or changes but you will surely get a smoother usability experience after updating.
It is worth mentioning that the Samsung Quick Share 13.6.13.6 update is compatible with Galaxy devices running Android 14 based One UI 6.1 or One UI 6.0. If your device is eligible you can install the update to enjoy enhanced functions.
Users can update the Quick Share app in two ways. The first way is to update from Galaxy Store, for which open the Galaxy Store app >> Menu Options >> Updates. A new page will open from where you can install all available updates.
The second one is from the app, for that, you have to open Settings of your smartphone >> Connected devices >> Quick Share >> About Quick Share. If any new update is available then you will see the Update option. You can install the latest update by tapping on the Update button.
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Samsung TV Plus US adds three new channels from Mattel
Mattel to Bring Three Channels to Samsung TV Plus in the US. Barbie and Friends, Hot Wheels Action, and Mattel Jr. to mark Mattel’s first-ever FAST channels, enhancing Samsung TV Plus’ Family & Kids offering with content featuring iconic Mattel brands.
Samsung announced its partnership with Mattel, bringing three channels on TV Plus in the US. The newly announced channels will be available on TV Plus later this year, accessible through Samsung Smart TVs and Galaxy Devices.
Mattel’s Barbie and Friends, Hot Wheels Action, and Mattel Jr. to broadcast content inspired by globally beloved brands such as American Girl, Barbie, Hot Wheels, Fisher-Price, Masters of the Universe, Matchbox, classic Monster High, Thomas & Friends, and more.
The new channels will be easy to access, around-the-clock kids programming curated for fans of Mattel IP to enjoy hours of shows and family entertainment. Users can find the shows on the dedicated ‘Kids’ destination on the Samsung TV Plus home screen.
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