Opinion
Samsung’s ‘Durable’ War, leads to global foldable models
Last year we have heard the news that Samsung topped the global smartphone market in the third quarter last year by a 21.2 percent share, and it’s interesting to know that Samsung is followed by Apple (15.9 percent), Oppo (15.7 percent), Xiaomi (13.7 percent), and Vivo (10.5 percent).
Samsung said its sales growth is driven by the Galaxy Z Flip 3, the Galaxy Fold 3, and Galaxy A series, which gained huge popularity in North America and Europe. Samsung has huge popularity in the North American smartphone market.
One of the most interesting things is that Samsungs market share was 37 percent, which is just double that of Apple’s 14 percent, and this is quite strange for a US-based company.
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Samsung has topped another survey done by a market research firm Canalys with 23 percent of the market share, Apple came second with 15 percent followed by Vivo, Oppo, and Realme, with 10, and 5 percent.
The company’s flagship smartphone S22 in Korea surpassed one million sales within less than one and half months. Its predecessor’s Galaxy Z Flip 3 and the Galaxy Fold 3 gathered its attention with more than one million sales in a month after Galaxy Note 10 and Galaxy S8.
There is a lot of difference between the Samsung and Apple sales, Samsung with 69.3 million units and Apple with 48 million units, you can clearly see a difference.
Chinese Smartphones Makers Imitating Samsung’s Foldable Phones
Chinese manufacturers are increasingly imitating Samsung Electronics in the foldable smartphone market. At the same time, the former foldable phones are expected to be cheaper and their shares are likely to go up fast in emerging markets in particular.
The manufacturer has tried to improve their technologies too. The new Oppo came with a few middle wrinkles and on the other hand, Huawei was said to have more improved heat handling capability than Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 3, but practically cannot be seen on the ground.
The foldable phones of Samsung Electronics and Oppo used the same glass supplied by Samsung Display, but wrinkles are not visible on the latter one.
Samsung Electronics has used this design from the beginning and it may not be easy for the Chinese company to imitate the design completely, said the industry insider.
Samsung Still Ahead of Chinese Markers in Foldable Phone Technology
While Chinese companies are releasing foldable phones imitating Samsung’s Galaxy Z series one after another, industry analysts say there is a lot of difference between Samsung models and Chinese products.
YouTube and social media (SNS) channels like Weibo are studded with posts comparing foldable models from Samsung Electronics and China’s Huawei. Compared to these phones many times from the durability point of view P50 Pocket collapsed but the Z flip 3 expressed confidence.
The same is the case with the present Samsung and Chinese series of smartphones. Talking about this Oppo said that it’s ahead of Samsung, stressing that it has lesser wrinkles than Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 3 but Oppo Find N has fewer wrinkles, despite knowing the fact that it is also based on Samsung’s Display technology.
What does Samsung tend to bring?
The Samsung Galaxy tri-fold smartphone renders have also started appearing online, which are showing that Samsung’s new foldable could feature a tri-fold design. It would be featured with a Rear sub-display, front under-panel camera, and Triple rear camera. In-display fingerprint sensor, as well as an HDMI connector.
How do we know that?
Samsung Electronics reportedly developing a tri-fold smartphone that folds twice, its patent document on the new form factor was filed with the World Intellectual Property Organization and has been disclosed.
LetsGoDigital, an information technology media outlet based in the Netherlands has previously unveiled a computer-rendered image of the Samsung Galaxy Tri-Fold based on the patent document.
Earlier in August, Samsung Display unveiled a prototype of the Galaxy Tri-Fold under the name flex in and out at the Korean Display Exhibition.
Present Samsung phones Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 3, and Galaxy S22 are rocking the world with their presence. So, you can hope that the z fold technology to be launched soon.
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The Samsung Galaxy S-series has been launched with phenomenal battery life and impressive hardware. My experience with the Galaxy S24 Ultra sets a promising example for what we might expect from the upcoming S25 Ultra, potentially offering even better durability and performance, thanks to the latest advancements in battery technology and hardware.
My experience with the S24 Ultra excites me about the Galaxy S25 Ultra. It seems likely that it could offer even more extended battery life and enhanced performance, all due to the latest innovations and hardware refinements. Let’s dive into what we can expect from Samsung’s upcoming flagship, especially in terms of battery performance.
The Galaxy S25 Ultra is rumored to maintain the same 5,000mAh battery capacity as its predecessor, the Galaxy S24 Ultra. While this might seem like no improvement in the first look, the story doesn’t end there. The real game-changer could be the new chipset from Qualcomm, Snapdragon 8 Elite. It is known for its enhanced power efficiency, and this processor promises to add more life to the same battery.
What is so special about the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite? The 8 Elite chipset isn’t just about raw power; it’s about smart energy management. According to the official information, this chipset is expected to offer significant improvements in CPU and GPU efficiency, potentially leading to longer battery life under heavy use.
When comparing the Galaxy S25 Ultra to the S24 Ultra, we will see the key difference in the chipset’s efficiency. With the new chip, the S25 Ultra is most likely to extend its usability for a longer time, even for power users.
Compared with the Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max, which has battery life enhancements with Apple’s next-gen A-series chip, the Galaxy S25 Ultra should hold the upper ground. Based on my experience with testing iOS devices, the iPhone 16 Pro Max might have a slight edge in standby time due to Apple’s optimizations, but for active use, especially with demanding apps and games, the Snapdragon 8 Elite could put Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra ahead in terms of endurance.
Regarding charging speed, the S25 Ultra will likely retain the 45W wired and 25W wireless charging speeds from its predecessor. Thanks to the new chipset, you might need to charge less frequently, making these speeds more than sufficient for most users.
There’s one more point: software optimization. Samsung has always been good at optimizing software for battery life, but with the new AI-driven features, expect more intelligent power usage adjustments based on your habits.
We will see some cool optimizations in One UI 7.1, which will run on Android 15. It looks like Samsung is working on making its software and hardware work better together to make the battery last longer. Additionally, the One UI 7.1 is rumored to add a smarter battery management feature. We could also see features like dimming the screen when you’re not looking for better battery performance.
My favorite is the adaptive battery charging feature on One UI 6.1, which is useful for longer battery life on your current Galaxy smartphone.
As a true Samsung Galaxy user and loyal Team Galaxy member, I am ready for the upgrade next year. Even without a larger battery, the combination of the Snapdragon 8 Elite’s efficiency, One UI’s software optimizations, and Samsung’s commitment to long-term support (with 7 years of updates) makes this device a strong contender for anyone prioritizing battery life.
For other Samsung Galaxy fans and those looking to upgrade, the Galaxy S25 Ultra might just be the answer to your battery life questions. Keep an eye on SammyFans.com for more updates as we approach its launch.
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Google has just released the first Developer Preview of Android 16, hinting at an earlier rollout compared to what we’ve seen before. Google is pushing this update to ensure that device manufacturers can adopt it quickly.
While Google is moving ahead with Android 16, Samsung appears to be taking its time with the One UI interface. Typically, Samsung rolls out One UI updates together with Google’s Android releases, but Android 15-based One UI 7.0 is yet to reach the beta stage.
It looks like Samsung is still working with One UI 7 internally, as indicated by several CheckFirm screenshots posted on social media.
This delay could be frustrating for Samsung Galaxy users, particularly as competitors begin updating their devices to newer Android versions. Samsung might be dedicating extra time to perfect One UI 7, focusing on stability, new AI, and security enhancements.
With Google preparing its Android updates, Samsung might need to rethink its update strategy. If Android 16 comes out in the second quarter of 2025, Samsung might have to decide whether to rush One UI 7 out or perhaps move directly to One UI 8 for some eligible Galaxy users, skipping a version to keep pace with Google’s timeline. It’s a common move in tech to skip an update when necessary.
Samsung Galaxy users may need to wait a bit longer, but when One UI 7 or potentially One UI 8 arrives, it’s likely to bring a set of features that continue to differentiate Samsung in the competitive smartphone market.
What’s the current status of One UI 7.0?
Samsung Galaxy users were eagerly awaiting news on One UI 7 during the Samsung Developer Conference (SDC) 2024 held on November 21st in Korea, but the event passed without any official announcements or insights into its progress.
Previously at SDC 2024 in the US, Samsung had mentioned that One UI 7 would be available for developers by the end of the year, suggesting that while not publicly announced, work on One UI 7 is still ongoing. There were numerous rumors that Samsung might be preparing to unveil or at least start a beta program for One UI 7 around this period.
We have already seen hands-on videos and leaks suggesting that One UI 7 will bring significant UI changes, new animations, and enhanced customization features, although these leaks are from older One UI 7 builds since the software is evolving quickly.
While the Galaxy fans were left without a clear update from SDC Korea, the silence doesn’t necessarily mean a delay. Samsung might be planning a different approach for revealing One UI 7 or could be saving the announcement for a later, more perfect moment. Stay tuned to Sammy Fans for all the latest on this front.
I love Samsung phones and always look forward to its new models. The Galaxy S25 Ultra was something I was really looking forward to. However, recent developments have introduced a significant amount of caution into my usual enthusiasm for Samsung’s flagship devices.
The Snapdragon 8 Elite, Qualcomm’s latest chipset for smartphones, was expected to set new benchmarks in smartphone performance. Based on early reports, the smartphones running the latest chipset are getting hot. When phones get too hot, they slow down to cool off, which means they don’t work as well as they should. This could be a big problem for the Galaxy S25 Ultra.
This isn’t the first time chips have caused such overheating issues. Remember the Snapdragon 8 Gen 1? It had the same thermal problem, but they made it better later on. This makes me hope they’ll fix the new chip too.
Google’s Tensor chips have also encountered overheating issues. They’re trying to make them better with the next version (G6), focusing on not making them too hot. This approach might be something Samsung considers if the Snapdragon 8 Elite’s heat issues persist.
Samsung usually does a lot of testing to make sure its phones work well. But since they use Qualcomm’s chips for the top models, the company might have to deal with this heat issue too. I’m worried about how this will affect using the phone every day.
There’s always a chance they can fix some of this with software updates. Qualcomm says they’re working on it, but this might just be a quick fix, not a real solution. The effectiveness of these updates will be crucial in determining my decision to upgrade.
The recent chipset issues with both Google’s Tensor and Qualcomm’s Snapdragon series have made me more aware of the potential pitfalls in adopting the latest technology without some proven reliability.
I still want the Galaxy S25 Ultra, but now I’m a bit worried. I hope Samsung can make it work without getting too hot.
Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra (Source – Sammyfans)
Disclaimer:
It’s worth noting that all discussions here are based on rumors, leaks, and my own expectations as a tech consumer. There’s no official word yet on the Galaxy S25 Ultra’s chipset or its performance. The final product might well address these concerns, but for now, the excitement comes with a side of skepticism.