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Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra taking long time in 200MP camera mode [Video]
Samsung’s Galaxy S23 Ultra brings a serious camera upgrade over its predecessor. Replacing the 108MP primary sensor, the Galaxy S23 Ultra features a 200MP ISOCELL HP2 image sensor with next-gen technologies such as tetra2pixel for enhanced photography.
Yesterday, the company officially introduced the Galaxy S23 series, and the devices are now available for reviewers and authorized retailers. In a recent development, the YouTube channel Tip3X posted a video showcasing the Galaxy S23 Ultra camera test in 200MP resolution.
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As you can see in the test video below, the Galaxy S23 Ultra is taking a long time in capturing the shot in 200MP mode. Not that all, when previewed, the image continues to process and takes a long delay to finalize the shot to be viewed by the user.
ISP update should bring improvements
Samsung’s new Galaxy S23 Ultra boasts a new 200MP Adaptive Pixel sensor that captures epic moments with incredible precision. The HP2 camera sensor uses pixel binning to support multiple levels of high-resolution processing at once.
200MP camera shot reportedly occupies 30MB-35MB storage space, which could also be a factor behind delayed processing. Still, the Galaxy S23 Ultra uses Samsung’s own-developed 200MP ISOCELL HP2 camera, which is refined well with the software system.
Reliable tipster earlier revealed that Samsung will release a major firmware update for the Galaxy S23 Ultra as part of improving the ISP function. Since the update would be focussing on the image signal processor, we expect, the camera performance and shutter delay should be normalized.
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Unofficial Galaxy S25 Ultra render shows Samsung’s bold new color picks
Samsung has bold new color picks for the next Galaxy flagships including the S25 Ultra. The company will introduce the S25 series early next year. However, the standard colorways of the new phones have already been leaked.
TechnizoConcept revealed a new set of Galaxy S25 Ultra, showcasing Samsung’s bold new color hues. Based on the leaked information, the smartphone is rendered in four striking colorways with the Titanium impression.
Samsung’s upcoming Galaxy S25 Ultra could be available in Titanium Gray, Titanium Black, Titanium Blue, and Titanium Silver. You can look at the nearly final colorways of the next Ultra flagship in the image below.
Galaxy S25 Ultra Titanium Blue:
Samsung’s Titanium Blue colorway could feel like the Violet hue on the Galaxy S25 Ultra. The signature color is expected to be Titanium Gray, while the other three standard color options will also be worth looking at.
The middle frame apparently features the natural Titanium color shade. The rear panel will be painted in the respective colors. The render also features a re-imagined camera ring that looks like a hybrid variant of the Z Fold 6 and S24 Ultra.
Galaxy S25 Ultra Release and Specs (Rumored)
The Galaxy S25 Ultra could debut alongside the S25 and S25 Plus in the first quarter of the next year. Samsung will use Qualcomm’s new Snapdragon 8 Elite chipset, which brings a significant boost in terms of performance.
The ultrawide camera will be upgraded to a new 50-megapixel sensor. The other four sensors (including the selfie) will likely be the same as the S24 Ultra. Battery and charging aspects are also nearly confirmed to remain intact.
Samsung is bringing a fruitful design change to the next Ultra. The middle frame will go flatter, featuring an iPhone-like design. The sharp corners will also be removed in favor of slightly rounded corners to enhance handling.
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TSMC’s 3nm price hike set to impact Android flagships in 2025
Most upcoming Android flagships will use Snapdragon 8 Elite chipset. Qualcomm switched to a 3nm TSMC process node for the Snapdragon 8 Elite this year, and the chip production cost may further increase in 2025; impacting Android flagships too.
Recently, a Chinese tipster revealed on Weibo that TSMC will raise N4 and N3 process prices in 2025. Increased 3nm and 4nm TSMC chip costs could put pressure on Android flagships slated to come out in late 2025 to be pricey.
TSMC’s N3 (3nm) and N4 (4nm) processes could rise by 4%. As Qualcomm and MediaTek manufactured their latest flagship SoCs using TSMC’s cutting-edge 3nm process, their product prices have risen significantly compared to the last year.
Previously, Ming-Chi Kuo revealed that the Snapdragon 8 Elite cost increased by 15%, reaching $180. MediaTek has also produced the latest Dimensity 9400 on TSMC’s 3nm process node, however, the price is yet to be known.
If TSMC continues to increase production costs, all Android vendors in the cost aspect will also bear greater pressure, which possibly cause them to continue to adjust the smartphone’s selling price or adjust other aspects.
It’s worth mentioning that the Vivo X200 series starting price rose $41.90, the OPPO Find X8 series starting price rose $27.93, the Xiaomi 15 series starting price rose $69.83, Honor Magic 7 series starting price rose $13.97.
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Samsung will also utilize the Snapdragon 8 Elite across the Galaxy S25 series. The company has been facing yield rate issues with its 3nm process. As a result, it’s nearly impossible to commence mass production that’s far below the threshold.
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Watch: Samsung Galaxy Z Fold SE’s crease is nearly perfect
Samsung’s limited edition Galaxy Z Fold SE is a master of crease control. The new foldable phone’s screen crease is nearly perfect. It even outpaces Oppo’s Find N3 and OnePlus Open apart from Samsung’s own Galaxy Z Fold 6.
Tipster Ice Universe recently showcased how perfect the Galaxy Z Fold SE’s crease is. Despite having a larger foldable display, the company’s Special Edition device features a nearly invisible crease, outpacing its Chinese rivals.
The video shows Samsung W25 crease is very shallow, making it the best foldable on the market. Unfortunately, the smartphone is exclusively sold in South Korea and China, and currently, there’s no plan for the United States debut.
@UniverseIce / X showcases W25 (Z Fold SE) crease
The crease of Samsung W25 is very shallow, almost the best on the market. pic.twitter.com/zMnDfJoJHX
— ICE UNIVERSE (@UniverseIce) November 7, 2024
As compared to the Oppo Find N3 (OnePlus Open), the Galaxy Z Fold SE has a less visible crease. The foldable area of the panel looks flat from multiple viewing angles, that’s a pretty big development in Samsung’s history.
While Oppo’s foldable displays the screen bumps, the aspect is much better on Samsung’s. The waterdrop hinge requires a wider portion of the display to flex and fold, but Samsung managed to significantly limit the crease bumps.
@UniverseIce / X compares Z Fold SE crease with Find N3/Open
The Galaxy Z Fold SE could remain limited to South Korea and China only. However, these upgrades could be introduced on the next-gen standard foldable i.e. the Galaxy Z Fold 7 so a broader audience can experience the foldable advancements.
Samsung is selling the Galaxy Z Fold SE (W25) in record numbers. The company sold Z Fold SE stocks within minutes twice in South Korea. The first batch of units was also finished in the Chinese market, which is excessively competitive.