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Samsung launches Galaxy Book 2 Pro, Book 2 Pro 360 – Check features, specs, colors, availability
During its MWC 2022 event, Samsung has officially launched the futuristic laptop lineup namely Galaxy Book 2 Pro series. These laptops are equipped with all the latest yet flagship-grade capabilities such as 12th-generation Intel processors, OLED displays, and Wi-Fi 6E.
The new Samsung laptop lineup includes two models with different screen sizes including the Galaxy Book 2 Pro and Galaxy Book 2 Pro 360. Aside from the hardware, these devices also offer plenty of new features that make everyday interactions more seamless.
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Samsung Galaxy Book 2 Pro Availability
Samsung confirmed that the Galaxy Book 2 Pro will be available in Graphite and Silver color options. On the other hand, the Galaxy Book 2 Pro 360 will be available in Burgundy, Graphite and Silver. You can visit news.samsung.com/galaxy, or samsungmobilepress for more information on market availability.
Samsung Galaxy Book 2 Pro Specs
Dimensions
- Galaxy Book2 Pro 13.3” – 304.4 x 199.8 x 11.2mm
- Galaxy Book2 Pro 15.6” – 355.4 x 225.8 x 11.7mm (Internal Graphic) | 355.4 x 225.8 x 13.2mm (External Graphic)
Weight
- Galaxy Book2 Pro 13.3” – 0.87kg
- Galaxy Book2 Pro 15.6” – 1.11kg (Internal Graphic) | 1.17kg (External Graphic)
OS
- Windows 11
Display
- AMOLED, FHD (1920 x 1080)
CPU (Platform)
- 12th Gen Intel® Core™ Processors (i7/i5) (Intel® EVO™)
Graphic
- Galaxy Book2 Pro 13.3” – Intel® Iris® Xe Graphics
- Galaxy Book2 Pro 15.6” – Intel® Iris® Xe Graphics | Intel® Arc™ Graphics
Connectivity
- Galaxy Book2 Pro 13.3” – Wi-Fi 6E, 802.11 ax, 2×2, Bluetooth v5.1
- Galaxy Book2 Pro 15.6” – 5G, Wi-Fi 6E, 802.11 ax, 2×2, Bluetooth v5.1
Color
- Silver, Graphite
Memory
- 8/16/32GB (LPDDR5)
Storage
- Up to 1TB (NVMe SSD)
Camera/Mic
- FHD 1080p/Dual Array Mic
Audio
- Galaxy Book2 Pro 13.3” – Stereo 2 x max 4W (Smart AMP), Sound by AKG, Dolby Atmos®
- Galaxy Book2 Pro 15.6” – Stereo 2 x max 5W (Smart AMP), Sound by AKG, Dolby Atmos®
Keyboard
- Galaxy Book2 Pro 13.3” – Island Type with Backlit
- Galaxy Book2 Pro 15.6” – 3-row Numeric, Island Type with Backlit
Battery
- Galaxy Book2 Pro 13.3” – 63Wh (Typical)
- Galaxy Book2 Pro 15.6” – 68Wh (Typical)
Adaptor
- 65W USB Type-C Adapter
Authentication
- Fingerprint on Power Key
Ports
- Galaxy Book2 Pro 13.3” – Thunderbolt™ 4 (1), USB Type-C (1), USB 3.2 (1), HDMI (1), 3.5pi Headphone/Mic, microSD
- Galaxy Book2 Pro 15.6” – Thunderbolt™ 4 (1), USB Type-C (1), USB 3.2 (1), HDMI (1), 3.5pi Headphone/Mic, microSD, nano SIM (Optional) slot
Samsung Galaxy Book 2 Pro 360 Specs
Dimensions
- Galaxy Book 2 Pro 360 13.3” – 302.5 x 202 x 11.5mm
- Galaxy Book2 Pro 360 15.6” – 354.85 x 227.97 x 11.9mm
Weight
- Galaxy Book2 Pro 360 13.3” – 1.04kg
- Galaxy Book2 Pro 360 15.6” – 1.41kg
OS
- Windows 11
Display
- 13.3-inch
- FHD Super AMOLED (16:9 ratio)
- Up to 500nit (HDR)
- 120% Color Volume (DCI-P3)
- HDR 1,000,000:1
- FHD (1920 x 1080)
- 15.6-inch
- FHD Super AMOLED (16:9 ratio)
- Up to 500nit (HDR)
- 120% Color Volume (DCI-P3)
- HDR 1,000,000:1
- FHD (1920 x 1080)
CPU (Platform)
- 12th Gen Intel® Core™ Processors (i7/i5) (Intel® EVO™)
Graphic
- Intel® Iris® Xe Graphics
Connectivity
- Wi-Fi 6E, 802.11 ax 2×2, Bluetooth v5.1
Color
- Silver, Graphite, Burgundy
Memory
- 8/16/32GB (LPDDR5)
Storage
- 256/512GB, 1TB SSD
Camera/Mic
- FHD 1080p / Dual Array Mic
Audio
- Galaxy Book2 Pro 360 13.3” – Stereo 2 x max 4W (Smart AMP), Sound by AKG, Dolby Atmos®
- Galaxy Book2 Pro 360 15.6” – Stereo 2 x max 5W (Smart AMP), Sound by AKG, Dolby Atmos®
Keyboard
- Galaxy Book2 Pro 360 13.3” – Island Type with Backlit
- Galaxy Book2 Pro 360 15.6” – 3-row Numeric, Island Type with Backlit
S Pen (Stylus)
- In-box (8.2 x 7.7 x 144.84mm, 7.9g)
Battery
- Galaxy Book2 Pro 360 13.3” – 63Wh (Typical)
- Galaxy Book2 Pro 360 15.6” – 68Wh (Typical)
Adaptor
- 65W USB Type-C Adapter
Authentication
- Fingerprint on Power Key
Ports
- Thunderbolt™ 4 (1), USB Type-C (2), Headphone/Mic, microSD
Solution
- Private Share, Bixby, Quick Share, SmartThings, Galaxy Book Smart Switch, Second screen, Easy Bluetooth Connection, Samsung Notes & Gallery
New Features for Galaxy Ecosystem
- Link to Windows / Microsoft Your Phone, which pairs your Galaxy smartphone to your Galaxy Book2 Pro series device, now offers Recent Apps, allowing users to swipe up on their Windows 11 taskbar to check their smartphone’s status and even select their most recently used smartphone apps to use directly on their desktops.
- With Samsung Multi Control, you can use your Galaxy Book2 Pro series’ keyboard and trackpad while navigating on your Galaxy Tab S8 screen for seamless interactions across devices.
- Private Share makes sharing sensitive work documents to colleagues easier than ever. It creates timed links with increased security options based on blockchain technology including view-only access, disabling screen capture abilities while viewing, and fully revoking access, so users keep the full control of their files even after sharing.
- Now, Quick Share can be used to send large files with the new Link Sharing option, which generates an easily shareable link that recipients can access to quickly share content from PC to other devices.
- The Galaxy Book2 Pro series also serves as the perfect hub for your SmartThings-compatible devices. Turn on the lights, set the temperature or check your security cams all from the convenience of the SmartThings Dashboard.
- With the new Bixby voice control functionality, you can control your IoT devices with the convenience of voice prompts. Plus, with SmartThings Find, if a user misplaces their Galaxy Book2 Pro series device, they can quickly locate it even if it is currently turned off.
MediaTek Dimensity 9400 will be equipped with Multimodal Gemini Nano capabilities. MediaTek today confirmed its collaboration with Google. Future flagship chipsets, starting with the Dimensity 9400 will feature Gemini Nano with multimodality.
According to MediaTek, Dimensity SoCs are now optimized to support Gemini Nano with new multimodal capabilities. The upcoming chip will debut Gemini Nano integration, with existing models that could also add support in the future.
MediaTek revealed that the Dimensity 9400 features a new 8th-gen NPU with hardware acceleration for text, image, and speech. The Taiwanese chip designer is expanding its footsteps eyeing significant growth amid the AI boom.
Samsung’s recently launched Galaxy Tab S10 series supports GenAI capabilities. It means the Dimensity 9300+ processor could also gain multimodal Gemini Nano integration. We are hearing that the S25 could also use Dimensity 9400.
MediaTek’s partnership with Google highlights a shared vision for bringing Generative AI experiences across the Android ecosystem, and is a big step forward in the advancement of complex AI models running on-device.
Multimodal Gemini Nano will ensure users can take images and receive detailed descriptions of what’s been captured. MediaTek previously announced support for Google’s LLM, optimized for on-device AI processing.
Samsung recently updated its software support plan for October 2024, and it has noted that the Galaxy Z Fold 2 5G will no longer receive any updates. This popular foldable smartphone has been removed from the list of eligible devices for One UI updates and security patches because it has completed its update cycle.
The Galaxy Z Fold 2 was launched in 2020, initially coming with Android 10. It has since received updates, including the Android 13 update with One UI 5.1.1. After that, it is not eligible for any more major Android OS updates. Now, Samsung has also ended its software support, which means it will not receive any new security updates.
Even though the Galaxy Z Fold 2 5G will not receive further updates from Samsung, it is still a secure and functional device for everyday use. The phone operates on Android 13, which supports all major apps, including those for banking, so users can continue to perform their daily tasks without issues.
Additionally, Google Play continues to provide system updates to ensure that the phone’s key features remain up to date.
For those considering an upgrade, Samsung offers new foldable smartphones, including the Galaxy Z Fold 6, Galaxy Z Flip 6, Galaxy Z Fold 5, and Galaxy Z Flip 5. These newer models come with improved features and will receive software updates for a longer period.
However, if your Galaxy Z Fold 2 is still working well for you, there’s no need to replace it. The device can still serve your needs effectively, even without the latest updates.
October 2024 | Samsung Galaxy Devices getting Monthly and Quarterly Updates
Samsung issued a rare apology shortly after announcing the 3Q24 earnings estimation. The frank apology comes from the newly appointed Head of DS Division and VC at Samsung Electronics, Yong-Hyun Jeon.
Through a press release, Samsung’s leadership extended its deepest apology to customers, investors, and employees. The announcement highlights several potential decisions as part of reclaiming the edge in the mobile industry.
Samsung VC’s statement:
“We have fallen short of market expectations, causing concern not only about our fundamental technological competitiveness but also about the future of our company.”
“Many people have expressed concerns about Samsung’s current crisis, and we take full responsibility for it as the leaders driving our business.”
Samsung’s operating profit declined by 12.84% compared to the previous quarter. The company managed to increase its sales in Q3, but it fell short of expectations. The company eventually failed to secure significant growth despite the AI boom.
Samsung reiterates its commitment to turn crises into opportunities through challenges, innovation, and perseverance. The company’s leadership team will take the lead in overcoming this crisis, the Newsroom post states.
Potential decisions eyeing long term growth:
- Samsung will restore our fundamental technological competitiveness.
- Samsung will ensure fundamental competitiveness.
- The development of new technologies that do not yet exist in the world and achieving unparalleled quality are the only ways for Samsung to rise again.
Preparation before deployment:
- Samsung will pave the way forward, reigniting the passion it’s known for.
- Samsung won’t adopt a mindset of merely defending anymore, but it will realm itself with a spirit of challenge, racing toward even higher goals.
Organizational reshuffle:
- Samsung said to closely re-examine the organizational culture and working methods as well as immediately correct anything that needs fixing.
- When the company identifies issues in the field, it will openly discuss and fiercely debate them to drive improvements.