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Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra’s 200MP HP2 camera could offer 16-bit HDR
At the Tech Day 2022 event, Samsung revealed its plan to launch new generation iToF camera sensor in near future. Meanwhile, the company has also indicated that the next 200MP ISOCELL HP2 camera sensor, which will be used in Galaxy S23 Ultra could have 16-bit HDR.
Samsung pointed out that the recently released ISOCELL HP3 that offers 14-bit HDR by enhanced iDCG. Since the full 14-bit or more is needed to capture eye-catching video, Samsung plans to launch 16-bit HDR sensors in the market soon.
As the company noted 200MP ISOCELL HP3 sensor for reference, it’s likely that the upcoming ISOCELL HP2 camera sensor could feature 16-bit HDR support on the Galaxy S23 Ultra. Past reports reveal that the Galaxy S23 Ultra will use a Samsung-exclusive 200MP camera sensor.
At present, there’s no information about the HP2 image sensor, which is all set to be used in the Galaxy S23 Ultra. As the upcoming flagship smartphone lineup is allegedly releasing on February 1st, the company may release the HP2 sensor a few days earlier of Unpacked.
Notably, Samsung’s currently available camera sensors namely ISOCELL HM6 and GN5 bring Smart-ISO Pro and are offering a 12-bit HDR feature for sharp and detailed results, however, it’s not enough.
For still images, one solution is multi-exposure image capturing, which takes a long exposure image for the dark sections and then a short exposure image for bright sections, which later get merged together to create an HDR image.
“To help resolve issues, Samsung is building an in-sensor, single exposure HDR-technology. This enables the process required on SoC to be simpler, consume less power and reduce the motion artifact effect for HDR video, said a Samsung executive.”
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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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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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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