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Apple is paying Geekbench to beat Samsung?

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Geekbench is a popular benchmarking platform, which is widely used by smart gadget users. Talking specifically about Geekbench smartphone tests, Apple always beats Android phones including Samsung even with Qualcomm’s most premium application processors.

In a recent development, Geekbench announced a breakthrough in its portfolio, bringing version 6 of the benchmarking platform. As soon as Geekbench 6 went live, people tested their devices and found radically increased differences in single and multi-core scores between Apple and Samsung.

And here began a controversial debate…

Folks over at PhoneArena gathered consumer reports complaining that the Geekbench platform always favors Apple. Even though it is said that the iPhone maker pays Geekbench to defeat rivals, of course, it’s Samsung as Galaxy devices always stand behind iPhones in both single and multi-core tests.

The latest Galaxy S23 Ultra has already outperformed other Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 rivals, thanks to Samsung’s collaboration with Qualcomm for a custom SoC. The device was tested on Geekbench 5 and got defeated by Apple’s latest iPhone 14 Pro (Max), but, the score difference greatly widened in Geekbench 6.

Geekbench 5 scores (rounded up)

  • Galaxy S23 Ultra
    • Single-core: 1,600
    • Multi-core: 5,000
  • iPhone 14 Pro
    • Single-core: 1,900
    • Multi-core: 5,500

Geekbench 6 scores (rounded up)

  • Galaxy S23 Ultra
    • Single-core: 1,900
    • Multi-core: 5,100
  • iPhone 14 Pro
    • Single-core: 2,500
    • Multi-core: 6,500

As you can see in the rounded-up figures, the benchmark scores different between the Galaxy S23 Ultra and iPhone 14 Pro were way too less compared to the scores on Geekbench 6. Samsung’s latest flagship got just a 6% score boost on the new Geekbench, while the iPhone 14 Pro scores are whopping 21% higher.

Samsung Apple Geekbench 6

Die-hard Apple blog AppleInsider created a giant article defending allegations arising against Apple in the Geekbench controversy. They have even mentioned the incident when Samsung was caught adjusting some Galaxy phones to rank up in Geekbench during GOS throttling issues.

Anyways, it’s undoubtedly true that just benchmark results are not the only aspect of competition between or among phones. There are various factors such as different operating systems, functional/algorithmic codes, and operational mechanisms.

Don’t rely on benchmark scores to pick the best phone for yourself!

James is the lead content creator on Sammy Fans and mostly works on Samsung's firmware section. His first phone was the Galaxy S4 and continues to get new S series devices. Most of the time, James tries to learn about new technologies and gadgets but he also sneaks a bit of free time to nearby rivers and nature.

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Galaxy S24’s AI Camera Shift feature now available on these Samsung devices

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Samsung Camera Shift feature Galaxy devices

In October 2024, Samsung updated its Galaxy Enhance-X app, which brings the popular Camera Shift feature to more devices. This feature helps you take and edit full-body photos easily. If you own a compatible Samsung device, you can take advantage of the Camera Shift feature.

Camer Shift Feature

The Camera Shift feature lets you enhance your photos by focusing on specific subjects. It was initially available only on the Galaxy S24 series, but now it’s expanded to other models.

The latest update includes a simpler and user-friendly design. Instead of navigating through three separate menus, you can now access everything from a single menu.

With improved recognition capabilities, the Camera Shift feature can now better identify children, upper body shots, and group photos. You can also apply special effects to specific people in group images, giving you more creative control.

Moreover, the update also includes a Colorization feature that adds color to black and white images and a Motion Clipper feature to allow you to create GIFs from Motion Photos.

Samsung Camera Shift feature Galaxy devices

Eligible Devices

The Camera Shift feature is available for several Samsung flagship devices. Here’s a list of the eligible models:

Galaxy S series

  • Galaxy S24
  • Galaxy S24 Plus
  • Galaxy S24 Ultra
  • Galaxy S23
  • Galaxy S23 Plus
  • Galaxy S23 Ultra
  • Galaxy S22
  • Galaxy S22 Plus
  • Galaxy S22 Ultra
  • Galaxy S21
  • Galaxy S21 Plus
  • Galaxy S21 Ultra

Galaxy F Series

  • Galaxy Z Fold 6
  • Galaxy Z Fold 5
  • Galaxy Z Fold 4
  • Galaxy Z Fold 3
  • Galaxy Z Flip 6
  • Galaxy Z Flip 5
  • Galaxy Z Flip 4
  • Galaxy Z Flip 3

Galaxy Tab series

  • Galaxy Tab S8
  • Galaxy Tab S8+
  • Galaxy Tab S8 Ultra
  • Galaxy Tab S9
  • Galaxy Tab S9+
  • Galaxy Tab S9 Ultra
  • Galaxy Tab S10+
  • Galaxy Tab S10 Ultra

If you have any of these devices, you can use the new features. It is worth mentioning that your Galaxy device must be updated on One UI 6.1.1 or a later version to enjoy the new feature of the Camera Shift feature. However, the company is preparing to make these features available for devices running One UI 6.1

Be sure to download or update Galaxy Enhance-X through the Galaxy Store to explore new features.

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2 More Samsung devices end their software update support

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Galaxy M51 Tab A7 update

Along with the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 2 5G, Samsung has officially ended software update support for two more Galaxy devices – the Galaxy M51 phone and Galaxy Tab A7 tablet. This means that these devices will no longer receive any software updates.

Both the Samsung Galaxy M51 and Galaxy Tab A7 were launched in 2020 and came pre-installed with Android 10. They received updates up to Android 12, and are not eligible for more Android updates. Now, these devices have completed their software update cycle.

Although these devices still work well for everyday tasks, users will not get any new features or security patches. This lack of updates can make the devices outdated, as they will not receive important improvements.

Samsung Galaxy M51 Tab A7 update

Samsung Galaxy M51 and Galaxy Tab A7 have reached the end of their update cycle, after receiving 4 years of updates. Now, users of these devices can think about upgrading to newer models to enjoy the latest features and better security.

Still, both devices are secure and functional for everyday use. The devices run Android 12 and support all major apps, including those for banking, so users can continue to perform their daily tasks without issues. If you want to enjoy the new and advanced features of One UI, newer Samsung models are required.

Bye-Bye Monthly Updates: Popular Galaxy A series phone shifts to Quarterly plan

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Bye-Bye Monthly Updates: Popular Galaxy A series phone shifts to Quarterly plan

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Samsung Galaxy A52s Quarterly update plan

Samsung Galaxy A52s 5G is a well-loved smartphone in the Galaxy A series that has now shifted from a monthly to a quarterly update plan. This means that users of this device will now receive software updates every three months instead of every month.

The Korean tech giant has recently announced its revised update schedule for its Galaxy devices, which places the Galaxy A52s 5G in the Quarterly update category.

Launched in 2021, the Galaxy A52s 5G came with Android 11 pre-installed. Since then, it has received three major Android updates and runs on Android 14 with One UI 6.1. However, the device will no longer be eligible for additional major Android OS updates. Users will still receive security updates, which will now be provided every three months.

While the Galaxy A52s 5G will continue to function properly, the shift to a quarterly update schedule means that users may not have access to the latest features and security enhancements as quickly as before.

Samsung Galaxy A52s Quarterly update plan

If you own a Galaxy A52s and are considering an upgrade, you can look at newer Samsung models like the Galaxy A54 and A55. These devices will provide monthly updates and newer features to ensure you stay updated with the latest technology.

Moreover, Samsung has recently launched the Galaxy A16 5G smartphone. It is the first budget phone to offer six years of Android upgrades, providing software support until 2030. This makes the A16 5G an attractive option for budget-conscious consumers.

Don’t forget, the Galaxy A52s will remain a reliable smartphone even after a new quarterly update plan.

Samsung Galaxy A16 5G promises 6 years of Android upgrades

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