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Samsung America receives two 2023 ENERGY STAR Partner of the Year Awards

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Samsung America announced that it has received two 2023 ENERGY STAR Partner of the Year Awards from the US Environmental Protection Agency and the Department of Energy. Notably, Samsung became the only company to be honored with two 2023 ENERGY STAR Partner of the Year Awards.

According to the official press release, Samsung continued the 10th rank in the “Manufacturer” category, which selects companies that develop energy-efficient products.

The first “Energy Star Award,” the highest grade in the “Energy Management” category, is awarded to companies with excellent performance in power management at workplaces.

Since Samsung Electronics won the “Sustainable Excellence Award” in the manufacturer category for the first time in the domestic industry in 2013 (except for 2017), it has continued to record awards every year.

The US government evaluates energy-saving activities and utilization of Energy Star certification for over 20,000 companies and organizations, and awards “Energy Star Awards” to eight sectors, including manufacturing, energy management, and retail .

The highest award, the “Sustainable Excellence Award,” is given to companies and organizations that have excelled in environmental protection and energy saving among those selected twice or more as the “Partner of the Year,” the main award in each category.

Top prize in “Manufacturer Category”

The Korean tech giant got honored with the Grand Prize in the manufacturer category for the 10th time in recognition of its achievements such as the energy efficiency improvement of many products and climate change education campaign for youth.

Samsung expanded energy-efficient products such as washing machines, dishwashers, and air purifiers, and obtained Energy Star certification for 474 products in the United States in 2022, a 24 % increase from the previous year.

Besides, the “SmartThings Energy” service, which enables real-time monitoring and saving of energy consumption of devices connected to SmartThings, has received Energy Star certification in the field of smart home energy management.

Top prize in “Energy Management” division

Samsung received the first prize in the energy management category in recognition of its performance in improving the energy efficiency of buildings and reducing greenhouse gas emissions through company-wide power management programs.

The company uses 100% renewable energy at its business sites in the US, and reduced energy consumption in buildings by 4.7% compared to the previous year by improving air conditioning and lighting facilities in major office spaces.

It has expanded the number of Energy Star certifications for buildings from 6 in 2021 to 12 in 2022, holding the second most building certifications in the United States. As a future vision, Samsung plans to improve average power consumption by 30% compared to models with the same performance in 2019 by 2030.

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9 Samsung Galaxy devices will get Circle to Search feature this week

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Samsung‘s Galaxy S24 series introduced the Google-powered Circle to Search feature, which is now set to expand to more Galaxy devices with the One UI 6.1 update. The Circle to Search feature expansion has been officially confirmed for more Google Pixel and Samsung Galaxy models.

Google and Alphabet CEO Sundar Pichai announced that Circle to Search will be available on more Pixel and Samsung Galaxy devices this week. He also noted that this feature would allow users to translate text on their screen without switching between applications.

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One UI 6.1 update will bring the Circle to Search feature to nine Samsung devices, including the Galaxy S23, Galaxy S23 FE, Galaxy S23 Plus, Galaxy S23 Ultra, Galaxy Z Flip 5, Galaxy Z Fold 5, Galaxy Tab S9, Galaxy Tab S9 Plus, and Galaxy Tab S9 Ultra.

Following the Pixel 8 and Pixel 7 series, this feature is also now scheduled to be released for the Pixel 6 series, Pixel Fold, and Pixel Tablet starting this week.

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Samsung’s Bespoke AI Combo shines in outdoor ads at Korea’s major landmarks

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Samsung is enhancing its presence with the ‘Bespoke AI Combo’ through outdoor advertisements at major landmarks across Korea. The advertisement highlights the product’s efficiency, showcasing its ability to wash and dry clothes swiftly using AI technology.

Since the 8th of March, the campaign has reached 20 significant locations, leading to outstanding sales of over 1,000 units in just three days and a total of 3,000 units in 12 days.

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The company has showcased the ‘Bespoke AI Combo’ at prominent locations in Korea including Yeouido The Hyundai Seoul, Seoul COEX, Seoul Famille Station, Gangnam Station, Starfield Suwon, Busan Shinsegae Department Store Centum City Branch, and Shinsegae Department Store Daegu Branch.

Samsung is set to expand its marketing efforts for the ‘Bespoke AI Combo’ with a TV advertisement scheduled for the 23rd, complementing its existing outdoor campaign.

Furthermore, this year, Samsung continues to advance its AI home appliance line, introducing products like the Bespoke Jet AI and Bespoke Grande AI, strengthening its position as a leader in AI-powered home appliances.

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Apple faces US DOJ lawsuit over alleged iPhone monopoly

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The US Department of Justice (DOJ) has filed a lawsuit against tech giant Apple, accusing the company of maintaining an illegal monopoly in the smartphone market. The DOJ accuses Apple of violating the Sherman Antitrust Act.

The suit claims Apple has restricted third-party app growth, limited cloud and game-streaming services, forced continued iPhone purchases for messaging, diminished non-Apple smartwatch functionality, and prevented third-party digital wallet use.

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In a press conference, US Attorney General Merrick Garland highlighted issues such as the App Store’s fee system, degraded third-party accessory experiences, and relies heavily on Messages. The case, backed by 16 state Attorneys General, could have significant implications for Apple’s business practices and the broader tech industry.

The US DOJ said in a release about the suit:

Apple exercises its monopoly power to extract more money from consumers, developers, content creators, artists, publishers, small businesses, and merchants, among others.”

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Apple also responded by defending its innovation and user-focused approach, warning that the lawsuit could hinder its ability to deliver the seamless technology integration users expect. Check the entire response of Apple below.

At Apple, we innovate every day to make technology people love — designing products that work seamlessly together, protect people’s privacy and security, and create a magical experience for our users. This lawsuit threatens who we are and the principles that set Apple products apart in fiercely competitive markets.

If successful, it would hinder our ability to create the kind of technology people expect from Apple — where hardware, software, and services intersect. It would also set a dangerous precedent, empowering the government to take a heavy hand in designing people’s technology. We believe this lawsuit is wrong on the facts and the law, and we will vigorously defend against it.”

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