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Samsung Galaxy S22 begins receiving June 2024 security update
Samsung has begun releasing the June 2024 security update for the Galaxy S22, Galaxy S22 Plus, and Galaxy S22 Ultra smartphones. The update is available for users of these smartphones in Europe and will expand to more countries in the coming days.
This latest update brings important security enhancements, fixing 37 significant vulnerabilities within the Android operating system and addressing 22 specific issues related to Samsung’s software.
These fixes aim to improve features such as image display on the screen, battery usage tracking, secure phone calls, and the functionality of the Samsung Dialer application.
Users of the Samsung Galaxy S22 series are getting a June 2024 security update in Europe with One UI builds mentioned below.
- Galaxy S22 – S901BXXSAEXEC
- Galaxy S22 Plus – S906BXXSAEXEC
- Galaxy S22 Ultra – S908BXXSAEXEC
It is an initial rollout so it may take hours or days to reach all eligible devices. To check and install the update, open the Settings app >> Software Update >> Download and install.
Aside from this, the Samsung Galaxy S22 series recently received a second May 2024 security update in Europe. It optimized system stability by fixing some bugs to offer you uninterrupted and seamless functionality on your device.
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Rumor: Samsung Galaxy Z Flip FE in pipeline with S24’s Exynos chip
Samsung denied Galaxy Z Flip FE plans but it reportedly exists with Exynos chip. The company could launch an affordable foldable phone next year. It could be powered by the Exynos 2400 chipset that debuted with the S24 series.
According to Jukanlosreve, Samsung could launch the Galaxy Z Flip FE with an Exynos 2400 chip. The good news is that despite entering the affordable price segment, the phone reportedly boasts a flagship processor that powers the Galaxy S24 and S24 Plus.
Earlier, the company denied any plans to bring foldable phones to the affordable (Fan Edition) segment. Instead, Samsung hinted at bringing new form factor and even more advanced foldable smartphones in the future.
An affordable Flip handset has been in rumors for months. As we approach 2025, more inputs have started to surface online. With a price-friendly foldable, Samsung will try to reach out to an even broader audience internationally.
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Galaxy Z Flip 6 has minimal changes as compared to its predecessor. The design is nearly the same, with key improvements made to the camera and performance. We could see some visible changes in the next Flip-style smartphone.
Exynos 2500 could not be commercialized with the Galaxy S25 series in early 2025. Meanwhile, Samsung is reportedly planning to use it in the Galaxy Z Flip 7. Currently, the company has not reached the threshold to kick off mass production.
Exynos 2400 is a decent processor Samsung crafted in years. It’s manufactured using Samsung Foundry’s 4nm process technology. The Exynos 2500 is a 3nm chipset, which could be produced in the second half of the next year.
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Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra can boost camera features with variable aperture, if it actually happens
Samsung has a tonne of upgrades for the Galaxy S25 Ultra including a high pixel sensor and better videography capabilities but the flagship could get even more interesting if it equips a variable aperture camera system.
Samsung uses high-quality main lenses with the S series including the latest 200Mp module. The company has utilized this lens for Galaxy S23 Ultra and S24 Ultra, and it will likely come with Galaxy S25 Ultra.
Instead of the exact same module, the Galaxy S25 Ultra will get some photography and videography upgrades via new algorithms. Besides, you can have new camera app experiences thanks to the One UI 7.
So, it would be a mixed camera upgrade for the main lens. However, you can anticipate improvements in telephoto or ultra-wide angle to get some new improvements.
But what if Samsung adds a variable aperture to this new flagship device? That would be a key highlight for all photography enthusiasts.
Variable aperture enables you to change the aperture size by controlling the amount of light entering the camera.
In the background, the mechanism uses physical hardware that collaborates and changes the apertures using blades with opening and closing sequences.
It offers numerous advantages over a fixed aperture camera including:
- Low-light control – A large aperture can enter more light into the sensor to brighten the scene and reduce noise in low-light conditions.
- Depth Control – The aperture also controls depth of field, a large aperture creates a shallow depth to isolate a subject from the background. On the other hand, a smaller aperture creates a depth of field for landscape photography.
Galaxy S9 – The start and evolution
Variable aperture is not new to the smartphone industry, in fact, it has been available for years. Interestingly, Samsung was the first to popularize variable aperture with the Galaxy S9 in 2018.
The Galaxy S9 and S9+ feature dual aperture, which automatically adjusts and passes light to the sensor. It can switch between F1.5 and F2.5 for dark and light photography environments respectively.
Unfortunately, the Korean tech giant dropped this tech with the Galaxy S10 and went back to fixed aperture. So, Samsung is familiar with this tech but it will require some new advancement step ahead in the competition.
Chinese phone makers including Huawei and Xiaomi have led this tech to a new level in recent flagship devices. A more sophisticated multi-blade aperture system has evolved including the 6-blade architecture.
This offers better light control, quality, and depth of field than ever before. These and other smartphone companies are searching for new variable architecture to improve the overall design and quickness of closing and opening the blades.
Even some reports suggest that Apple could also adopt variable aperture for its upcoming iPhone 17 in 2025.
Why it should
Compared to its competitors, Samsung uses the top-of-the-line 200mp camera system and due to the sheer pixel density, It can experiment with these aperture sizes to bring the best for consumers.
Note: Samsung has not confirmed the variable aperture camera for the Galaxy S25 Ultra. So, we can only remain optimistic about the photography enhancements with this upcoming flagship.
Galaxy S26 Ultra?
If it doesn’t happen with the Galaxy S25 Ultra, we’ll have to wait for Samsung’s next S-series flagship – S26 Ultra in 2026. Yet, things remained unconfirmed from this point of view.
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Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra: Latest Leaks, Features, Release Date, and More (Updated Regularly)
Hey, Sammy Fans! Keep up with all the latest leaks and rumors about the highly anticipated Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra. We’ll be updating this page regularly with the freshest, most reliable info as soon as it comes in.
Design and Build
- Early Renders: Onleaks revealed the Galaxy S25 Ultra design through CAD renders. The device comes with slightly rounded corners, a flat display, Fold6-inspired camera rings, and a sleek yet durable Titanium build.
- Colors: We heard that Titanium Gray will be the signature color, while other options could include Titanium Black, Titanium Blue, and Titanium Silver.
- Online-exclusive shades – Titanium Blue/Black, Titanium Jade Green and Titanium Pink/Silver.
Display
- Dynamic AMOLED 2X: The device is rumored to use a 6.86-inch (6.8-inch in S24 Ultra). The panel will be Dynamic AMOLED 2x with QHD+ resolution, 120Hz intelligent refresh rate, and high brightness.
- OLED material set: The M14 OLED is unlikely due to cost controls.
Performance
- Processor: The Galaxy S25 Ultra will be powered by the Snapdragon 8 Elite (8 Gen 4) chip. Qualcomm’s in-house Oryon CPU delivers major performance improvement.
- RAM and Storage: Anticipated configurations include 12GB/16GB of RAM with storage options ranging from 256GB to 1TB.
- US variant benchmark: Recently, the flagship scored a whopping 3,148 and 10,236 points on Geekbench.
Camera
- 200MP Main Sensor: Samsung could stick with a 200MP primary camera, but photography improvements are expected through Galaxy AI-derived features.
- Ultrawide Sensor: The flagship will get an upgraded 50-megapixel ultrawide camera to enhance landscape photography capabilities.
Battery and Charging
- Battery Capacity: Expected to house a 5,000mAh battery, offering longer endurance thanks to optimized One UI 7.1 and Snapdragon 8 Elite.
- Charging Speeds: Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra will continue to ship with 45W fast wired charging.
Software
- Android 15: Samsung confirmed at SDC24 that the Galaxy S25 series will come pre-installed with Android 15-based One UI 7 operating system.
Release Date and Price
- Launch Window: Samsung usually launches its Galaxy S series around January or February. We expect the Galaxy S25 series to stick to that schedule, with global release anticipated by January 2025.
- Expected Price: Similar to the Galaxy S24 Ultra, the price of the S25 Ultra could start at $1,199 for the 12GB/256GB model, with higher-tier versions going up to $1,499 or more.
Stay tuned for further updates! We will continue to provide accurate and timely information as more leaks and rumors surface.