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US eases semiconductor subsidy rules, Samsung is a big beneficiary

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The US is reportedly making semiconductor subsidy rules easier, which are set to allow Samsung for getting benefited, even with operating plant in China. Recently, the US Department of Commerce announced detailed regulations of the “guardrail (safety device) clause.”

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The guardrail (safety device) clause prevents chip makers receiving subsidies under its semiconductor law from investing in China and other countries for 10 years. As reported, a significant part of detailed regulations have been relaxed through close consultations between the the US and South Korean govt.

The US director of the Commerce Department’s Semiconductor Law Program assured that the United States is not trying to become self-sufficient in semiconductor production. The rules aims to support a sound global semiconductor ecosystem in response to a wide range of threats.

Recipients of federal subsidies will also be prohibited from participating in joint research or licensing technology with foreign-related organizations. It emphasized that this measure was aimed at hostile countries such as North Korea, China, and Russia.

On questioning over the one year grade period for subsidy approval to Samsung, a US official said that the intention of the Semiconductor Act is to prevent the expansion of semiconductor production facilities or the construction of new facilities in China and elsewhere.

“We understand that some companies may need to upgrade their skill level to stay viable. Upgrades to that level are possible as long as companies comply with export controls under the Semiconductor Science Act and have export control authority permission.” (Via Chosun)

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Samsung launches two eco-friendly battery packs

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Samsung has unveiled two new battery packs with powerful performance using recycled materials. The launch, scheduled for the 19th, introduces the PD Battery Pack 20,000 mAh and the PD Wireless Charging Battery Pack 10,000 mAh. Both of these battery incorporate 30% UL-certified recycled plastic in their design, marking a stride in reducing carbon emissions.

The ‘PD Battery Pack 20,000 mAh’ offers a high capacity for charging, with a maximum output of 45W and three USB-C ports, allowing for simultaneously charging multiple devices. However, the actual charging speed may vary based on several factors, including the devices connected and charging conditions.

On the other hand, the ‘PD Wireless Charging Battery Pack 10,000 mAh’ provides the convenience of wireless charging, along with a wired charging capability of up to 25W. It comes with two USB-C ports, making it possible to charge up to three devices at once when combining wired and wireless charging.

Both battery packs comply with the USB PD 3.0 standard, ensuring quick and efficient charging for Samsung Galaxy products and other compatible devices.

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Samsung Galaxy A15 LTE launched in South Korea – Check specs and price

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Samsung Galaxy A15 South Korea

Samsung launched a new A series phone – Galaxy A15 LTE in South Korea, this entry-level device comes with prominent software and hardware capabilities such as an immersive display, a powerful processor, a big battery, an ultimate camera setup, and much more.

Samsung has a wide variety of products and it launches devices to cater to the needs of a diverse range of consumers. So let’s dive into the details and check out the specs, price, and availability of the Samsung Galaxy A15 LTE smartphone in South Korea.

Galaxy A15 LTE Specifications 

The newly released Galaxy A15 packs a 6.5-inch Super AMOLED screen with Full HD+ resolution and a 90Hz refresh rate. The device also has Vision Booster and Eye Comfort Shield features to protect your eyes from strain. It boasts a MediaTek Helio G99 processor paired with 4GB RAM RAM and 128GB internal storage.

For photography lovers, the Galaxy A15 LTE houses a triple camera setup on the back consisting of a 50MP primary, a 5MP ultrawide, and a 2MP macro lens. The smartphone further accommodates a 13MP camera on the front to take selfies and make video calls.

Other key details of the phone include a 5,000mAh battery with 25W fast charging support, Samsung Pay, a side-mounted fingerprint reader, GPS, 4G LTE, dual-band Wi-Fi 5, Bluetooth 5.3, NFC, USB Type-C port, a 3.5mm headphone port and it runs on Android 14-based One UI 6.0 software.

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Galaxy A15 LTE Price and Availability 

Talking about the availability, the Galaxy A15 LTE smartphone is available through carriers and in factory-unlocked variants and it is priced at KRW 319,000 ($240) in South Korea. Simultaneously, the phone is available in three colors: Blue Black, Light Blue, and Yellow.

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Lim Seong-taek, Vice President of Samsung Electronics Korea, said,

The Galaxy A15 LTE will be a smart choice for customers who enjoy watching content and taking photos anywhere. We will continue introducing products optimized for various lifestyles and expand the range of customer choices. We will continue to expand.

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Qualcomm’s Snapdragon 8s Gen 3 unveiled with built-in AI capabilities

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Qualcomm has announced the Snapdragon 8s Gen 3, a new chipset that promises to bring flagship features to more affordable smartphones. It supports on-device generative AI.

Several smartphone manufacturers like Honor, iQOO, realme, Redmi, and Xiaomi are set to use the Snapdragon 8s Gen 3 in their upcoming devices, with announcements expected to start in March.

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Qualcomm Snapdragon 8s Gen 3 Processor

Manufactured on a 4 nm process, the Snapdragon 8s Gen 3 processor is structured with a 1+4+3 core configuration including a Prime ARM Cortex X4 core running at 3.0 GHz. This design varies slightly from the 8 Gen 3, which has a 1+5+2 configuration, which opts for an additional Performance core over an Efficiency core.

The Snapdragon 8s Gen comes with support for on-device generative AI, capable of running large language and vision models. Although it may not match the speed of the 8 Gen 3, it still offers significant AI capabilities with its Gemini Nano support.

This chipset also features an always-on ISP capable of real-time semantic segmentation, recognizing up to 12 layers in visual content. For gamers, the chipset provides real-time hardware-accelerated ray tracing. In addition, connectivity is enhanced with X70 modem support, and the audio experience is elevated with LE Audio and Auracast capabilities.

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