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Samsung Galaxy S21 FE gets May 2024 update in the US
Samsung rolled out the May 2024 security update to a bunch of Galaxy devices and now, it is a turn of the Galaxy S21 FE 5G smartphone. The Galaxy S21 FE users can now install the latest security patch to make their smartphones more secure, reliable, and stable.
May 2024 security update for Samsung Galaxy S21 FE smartphone is rolling out in the US. It is available for carrier-locked models and the company will soon expand this update to more countries.
Users of Samsung Galaxy S21 FE smartphone can identify the latest security patch through One UI build G990USQSBGXE2. They can install the update via Settings >> Software Update >> Download and install.
It is worth mentioning that this update is for Exynos models of this smartphone, Snapdragon variants could get it in the coming days or weeks.
The fresh patch fixes a bundle of issues to provide a better usability experience. It brings security improvements, functional enhancements, bug fixes, and stability optimization. Aside from this, the changelog does not include any new features or changes.
Samsung Galaxy S21 FE smartphone recently received Android 14 based One UI 6.1 update. It comes with a bundle of new features including an AI-based image recommendation feature, improved gallery search, playback speed, new wallpaper editing features, more widgets for the lock screen, revamped calendar settings, and more.
Industry analyst Ming-Chi Kuo claims a sharp price bump in the next Qualcomm chip. Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra may also go pricier given Snapdragon 8 Gen 4 price hike. It is expected that the Snapdragon 8 Gen 4 will be 25 to 30% more expensive than its predecessor.
Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra may exclusively use Snapdragon 8 Gen 4 chipset. In the US and China, the other two variants will also use the same chipset as the Ultra. However, the company may distribute chip utilization in other regions such as Europe and Asia.
Kuo reports that the Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 costs $190 to $200. As a result, the expensive Snapdragon 8 Gen 4 would increase the price of the Galaxy S25 Ultra. Samsung managed to freeze the pricing of this year’s flagships, but chances are least for the next generation.
It has been noted that the adoption of a 3nm process node is the primary reason behind the price increase. Qualcomm’s next Snapdragon mobile platform would be built on TSMC’s latest N3E node. Besides, AI would become another reason behind the price hike.
Snapdragon 8 Gen 4 SoC
Based on previous leaks, Snapdragon 8 Gen 4 may be fabricated on TSMC’s 3nm process node. It will debut Qualcomm’s own developed Oryon CPU with custom architecture, with 8 cores expected in a 2 + 6 design, ditching efficiency cores entirely.
In particular, the high-performance cores are rumored to be clocked at up to 4.26 GHz. The SoC may also be equipped with an Adreno 830 GPU and Snapdragon X80 modem for fast 5G speeds, as well as support for latest LPDDR6 RAM.
Samsung will release the Galaxy Ring at the next month’s Unpacked event. In the meantime, the charging case of Samsung’s upcoming Galaxy Ring has been revealed. It gives us an early look at what kind of device and technology the Ring will use for charge.
Tipster IceUniverse leaked image of Galaxy Ring’s charging case. It’s the first time we have seen the charging solution of Samsung’s innovative wearable. It’s expected to have the same charging mechanism as the Galaxy Buds, but the case boasts a fancy appearance.
The charging cable will connect to the cradle as the watch sits inside. It has been noted that the charging case may support wireless charging input. This means you would be able to charge the Galaxy Ring through your Galaxy phone and wireless charger using its case.
At the S24 Unpacked, Samsung teased the Galaxy Ring. Later on, the company officially introduced its first ring-kind wearable product at the Mobile World Congress. Now, the Galaxy Ring is all set to hit the market shelves after unveiling at July 2024’s Unpacked.
The Galaxy Ring will likely offer up to nine days of battery life on a single charge. Also, the battery capacity may vary depending on the Ring’s size; the larger the ring size, the larger the battery capacity. The Galaxy Ring may come with a price tag of $300 and go on sale in August in the US.
Hello! Samsung fans. Samsung is improving the user experience by regularly updating its One UI devices and applications. This article provides the latest information about the rollout of the June 2024 update during the second week of the month.
In the second week, Samsung started rolling out the June 2024 security update for Galaxy Z Fold 5, Flip 5, Fold 4, Flip 4, Flip 3, Fold 3, S20 FE, S23 FE, S21 FE, Note 20 series, S21 series, Galaxy S22, and Galaxy S23 series. Last week, the Galaxy S24 series has already received this update and the company will soon make it available to all eligible devices.
Samsung’s Live Translate is reportedly coming to KakaoTalk with One UI 6.1.1. The company will further improve Galaxy AI for Galaxy Z Flip 6 and Z Fold 6. The foldable phones will come pre-installed with Android 14-based One UI 6.1.1.
This week, Samsung also rolled out the One UI 6 Watch Beta program for its Galaxy Watch 6 series in the US. The program allows Samsung Watch users to experience new features and enhancements before the official release. The first One UI 6 Watch beta version introduces several new features, primarily powered by Galaxy AI.
One UI 6 Watch Beta Features: A New Era of Smartwatch Experience with Galaxy AI