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Samsung gets Life Cycle Assessment verification on product carbon footprint of semiconductor
Samsung has established a credible Life Cycle Assessment (LCA) to create a more sustainable environment in the future by achieving carbon neutrality. The purpose of developing LCA is to get the product carbon footprint of its semiconductor business.
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One of the world’s leading independent certification bodies, DNV has verified LCA establishments to take part in overcoming the climate crisis and achieving carbon neutrality.
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LCA is an approach for assessing the environmental impact of a commercial product, process, and service throughout its life cycle by quantifying energy, material, and waste emissions. Specifically, on the carbon footprint of semiconductors, Samsung’s LCA covers the extraction of raw materials for chip manufacturing, assembly, and testing. Its calculation is based on ISO 14040, ISO 14044, and ISO 14067 to ensure reliability and transparency.
Samsung and its customers commonly use the Carbon Footprint to identify the environmental impact of all stages of Samsung’s semiconductor products and can be used as an indicator to track and reduce carbon emissions.
So far, 37 of Samsung’s semiconductor products including DRAM, SSD, embedded storage, mobile SoC, mobile Image Sensor, and automotive LED packages have received Carbon Trust and UL’s Carbon Footprint certification. In addition to this, 6 memory products have received Carbon Trust’s Carbon Emission certification.
Using LCA established late last year, Samsung will measure the carbon footprint of chips produced at all of its global manufacturing, testing, and assembly sites in South Korea, China, and the United States.
Samsung will expand its Life Cycle Assessment to include water and resource footprints to provide a more comprehensive assessment that will eventually reduce the application’s effect on the environment.
According to Dooguen Song, Executive Vice President of the Environment, Health and Safety (EHS) Center at Samsung Electronics:
“Since 2019, we have been actively mobilizing efforts to measure and reduce the carbon emissions of our key memory and logic solutions. By leveraging LCA, we will be able to support our customers to achieve their carbon neutrality, as well as becoming more transparent on the environmental impact of the semiconductors we produce worldwide.”
Pixel 9’s AI Magic Editor features could be coming to older models through Google Photos. The company seemingly working to optimize two new Magic Editor features called Auto Frame and Reimagine for older Pixel phones.
AndroidAuthority reports that Pixel 9’s AI-powered Auto Frame and Reimagine features could come to Pixel 6, Pixel 7, and Pixel 8 series with Google Photos update. This surprising info was discovered right under the codes and strings of Google Photos APK.
Code and strings related to the Pixel 9’s Reimagine and Auto Frame appearing in the Google Photos app for Pixel 6 to Pixel 8. It’s a clear indication that the US tech giant plans to roll out Pixel 9 features across Tensor-powered models.
Google’s new Pixel 9 introduces cool camera features such as Add Me, Video Boost with Night Sight, and more. The company has a habit of expanding newly added features with select older models that fulfill hardware requirements.
The new Magic Editor’s Auto Frame automatically frames your chosen subject, even if that requires expanding the image using AI. Whereas Reimagine lets you change backgrounds with the power of generative artificial intelligence.
Google Photos could add these new features in a future Feature Drop. The company may also expand the new additions to all Android phones through a Google One subscription, the same way Pixel 8’s Magic Editor rolled out earlier.
Samsung has shown the mirror to Apple over the recently launched iPhone 16 as it can’t Flip or Fold. Apple dreams of entering the foldable phone market, but it’s already delayed in its entry and the wait won’t be over for at least two more years.
In the latest ‘different’ ad, Samsung mocked the Apple iPhone 16 through the Galaxy Z Flip 6. A graphical clip showcases a series of iPhones rolling. All are shown flat from the rear side and then comes the Galaxy Z Flip 6 in a half-unfolded state.
It’s all about showing off innovation and the edge of being the foldable market leader. Apple also wishes to launch its foldable display product. However, the company is waiting for years until the segment and products enter the mainstream.
Samsung mocking iPhone again with the Galaxy Z Flip6.
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Samsung launched the Galaxy Z Flip 6 and Z Fold 6 in July 2024. The company is preparing to introduce the Galaxy S25 series early next year. Meanwhile, a handful of new products such as the Galaxy S24 FE also arriving next year.
The Galaxy Z Flip model is gradually gaining acceptance among consumers. It’s portable design and exceptional capabilities make it a great deal. It also offers a sleek and stylish design apart from flipping functionality, which renders all others outdated.
Samsung is partnering with Vivo Brazil to expand its electronics offering. The agreement will significantly increase the availability of Samsung products in Vivo stores. It will serve Vivo’s physical stores across Brazil and its Online Store
Today, Samsung announced its groundbreaking partnership with Vivo Brazil. Vivo is a recognized destination for consumers of smartphones, accessories, and gaming consoles, smart home solutions, health and wellness accessories.
Vivo Brazil already sells phones, watches, headphones, laptops, tablets, portable projectors like The Freestyle 2nd Gen, and soundbars. Following the partnership, Samsung TVs will also be available for purchase at Vivo Stores and Online.
Vivo Brazil offers easy installment plans of up to 21 interest-free installments on credit cards and free shipping for both in-store and online purchases. These facilities make Vivo the best option for purchasing the latest generation TVs.
Samsung The Frame models in 32″, 50″, 65″, and 75″ sizes are being sold, as well as the newest AI TVs, with the Neo QLED model in 55″ and 65″. Vivo said it’s looking to expand the reach of its solutions even further to offer a complete experience.