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Samsung to share Galaxy dedicated chip development status at S23 launch event
Samsung will launch its all-new flagship Galaxy S23 series smartphones at the Galaxy Unpacked event scheduled for February 1. At the same time, TM Roh, the President & Head of Samsung MX Business, will share the Galaxy dedicated chip development status.
Earlier it was rumored that Samsung’s smartphone division is working on its own flagship mobile chip for the premium Galaxy S series phones. Now as per a recent leak from tipster Ice Universe, we will get more information about this Exynos processor that the upcoming Galaxy Unpacked event.
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The tipster did not mention what kind of information we would get about the chipset. However, it is expected that Samsung MX Division CEO TM Roh may give fans a teaser about the high-end smartphone at the event.
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It’s worth mentioning that Samsung is creating this chipset for the 2025’S Galaxy S25 series phones. The company has already assembled a “Dream Team” for the project that is suggested to be built using Samsung Foundry’s second or third-generation 3nm GAA fabrication process.
Earlier information also claims that the Samsung Galaxy S25 series’ Exynos chipset will use a tri-cluster, nine-core CPU in a 4-4-1 configuration with four Cortex-X cores, four Cortex-A7xx cores, and one Cortex-A5xx core.
As of now, the company has decided not to bring the Exynos processor to its Galaxy S23 series due to its low performance compared to Snapdragon and the same could be the case with next year’s Galaxy S24.
Samsung Exynos chip development status will be an interesting topic at the Galaxy Unpacked. Let’s see how the Korean company will improve its Exynos processor in these years.
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Samsung vows faster innovation, issues surprise apology
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.
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Samsung Galaxy A16 5G promises 6 years of Android upgrades
Samsung has just announced the Galaxy A16 5G smartphone. This phone is making waves of excitement among users as it is the first budget smartphone to promise six years of Android updates and security patches.
If you buy the Samsung Galaxy A16 5G, you can expect software improvements until October 2030. For a phone priced under $200, this is a remarkable thing.
Now, not only Galaxy flagship users can enjoy the latest features and improvements as Samsung Galaxy A16 has been launched. 6 years of updates keep the Galaxy A16 phone secure and up-to-date with the latest features.
Most budget phones only get updates for one or two years, but Samsung is doing better by offering 6 years longer updates.
Talking about the specs, the Galaxy A16 5G features a large 6.7-inch AMOLED display with a sharp resolution of 2340 x 1080 FHD+, an octa-core Exynos 1330 processor with 4GB of RAM, 128GB of expandable storage, and 5,000mAh battery with 25W fast charging.
Moreover, the smartphone includes a triple-camera setup with a 50MP main camera, a 5MP ultrawide lens, and a 2MP macro camera. It also has a 13MP front camera for selfies.
If you’re thinking of buying a budget smartphone, the Galaxy A16 5G is a great choice.
Samsung launches Galaxy A16 5G with 90Hz OLED, 6X OS upgrades and more
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Report: Samsung HBM3E passes Nvidia’s on-site inspection
Samsung and Nvidia reportedly completed the on-site inspection of the 5th-generation HBM3E. This is a significant development, but mass production still appears to be pending.
Digitimes reports that Samsung’s 5th-gen HBM3E cleared Nvidia’s on-site inspection. This inspection is viewed as a significant step forward, but mass production of the HBM is still pending.
Samsung and Nvidia continue to collaborate on the development of advanced memory technologies, which are crucial for applications in AI, gaming, and data centers.
Back in August, it was reported that Samsung’s HBM3E passed Nvidian’s tests for use in AI processors. It came as a big relief for Samsung as it has been struggling to compete with SK Hynix.
Recently, it was reported that Samsung’s chip decision is facing a slow pace of recovery growth. Despite the AI surge, the company is failing to grow faster amid intense competition.