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Samsung’s new Quantum 5 packs many awesome camera features
Samsung has recently launched the Galaxy Quantum 5 in South Korea. It’s a rebranded variant of the Global Galaxy A55 featuring a quantum security chip. This article highlights the awesome camera features of Samsung’s Quantum 5, courtesy of SamsonSirJi/X.
The Quantum 5 comes with new camera features such as faster shooting speed and AI Night for clear and shake-free shooting in night or low-light environments. The phone uses a 50-megapixel primary camera with features like OIS and VDIS.
Shot to shot
Quantum 5 improved the camera performance with the inclusion of Shot to shot feature. As a result, the function improves the shutter speed when shooting, allowing for faster/rapid shooting.
Samsung is finally introducing the Galaxy A series Quantum 5 to Samsung Members. #OneUI #TeamGalaxy
Improved performance has improved shooting speed, and AI Night provides clearer and shake-free night shooting even in dark night environments.In this post, you will see every… pic.twitter.com/pWOqLD5jr1
— Samson Sir (@SamsonSirJi) August 29, 2024
HDR video recording
The Quantum 5’s sensor is capable of delivering 12-bit output. It offers more vivid HDR images at every moment. You can also use the Super HDR Video to capture a wide spectrum of light and shadows for enhanced and detailed images.
VDIS
Most of the Samsung phones use VDIS camera technology. Thankfully, the functionality unlocks clear and stable ultra-HD quality shooting without any shakes. It is capable of analyzing the camera movement and light conditions more precisely.
2) Video Image Stabilization ( VDIS )
VDIS enables clear and stable UHD shooting without shaking by analyzing the camera movement and light conditions more precisely. pic.twitter.com/MZeQ2nuEOE
— Samson Sir (@SamsonSirJi) August 29, 2024
Dual recording
It’s inspired by Samsung’s Director’s View camera feature in flagships. If you love creating vlogs, the Dual Recording feature activates both the front and primary rear cameras. You can record your appearance and the main camera view at the same time.
AI Night
Nightography is integrated with artificial intelligence. Quantum 5’s AI night feature minimizes noise to enable clear nightography shooting.
3. AI
1) AI Night
AI night function minimizes noise to enable clear nightography shooting. pic.twitter.com/GLWm4x37Fj
— Samson Sir (@SamsonSirJi) August 29, 2024
Night Portrait
This feature allows you to capture stunning portraits even in a night or dark environment. The advanced artificial intelligence tech minimizes noise in night portraits, delivering clear results even in low-light environments.
Image Clipper
Samsung’s native Gallery app is equipped with the Image Clipper feature. It allows you to cut an object from any compatible image. You just need to tap and hold an object onto the image, you will get options to save, share, or create a sticker.
4. Gallery
1) Image Clipper
Long-pressing on an image in the Gallery app allows you to isolate the subject and save it as an image or sticker, or share it on various apps such as social media. pic.twitter.com/aVARRA3jRp
— Samson Sir (@SamsonSirJi) August 29, 2024
Samsung has officially announced that the Galaxy A42 5G, launched in 2020, will no longer receive software updates. The device has now completed its update cycle according to Samsung’s policy. It means the phone will not receive any new software updates.
The Galaxy A42 5G smartphone is currently running Android 13-based One UI 5.1.1. It launched pre-installed with Android 10 and was a popular choice in Samsung’s budget-friendly A-series, known for its long battery life and amazing camera.
The company recently revealed details of the December 2024 security patch along with the revised list of the software update plan for Galaxy devices. Through this list, Samsung has officially announced the discontinuation of updates for the Galaxy A42.
While the end of software updates might sound concerning, the Galaxy A42 will still be safe to use. The phone will continue to receive Google Play system updates, which include important fixes. This will help ensure the phone stays secure and compatible with popular apps, like banking apps, even though it won’t get the latest Android features.
Users who want the latest features and software updates may want to consider upgrading to newer phones including Galaxy A16, Galaxy A25, Galaxy A35, and Galaxy A55.
Although the Samsung Galaxy A42 will no longer receive updates, it will continue to work normally for basic tasks. So, if you’re happy with its current performance and don’t mind using an older Android version, the A42 can still be a reliable device for everyday use.
December 2024 | Samsung Galaxy Devices getting Monthly and Quarterly Updates
Along with patch details, Samsung has also shared the revised update plan for Galaxy devices in December 2024. This plan shows the details of which devices will receive monthly, quarterly, and biannual updates.
As per the December 2024 update plan, 36 Samsung Galaxy devices will get Monthly Security Updates, ensuring they stay protected from threats. Additionally, 79 devices will receive Quarterly Security Updates, which means every three months.
Older Samsung models including below mentioned 28 devices will be getting Biannual Security Updates. The company is committed to keeping Galaxy users’ devices secure and up-to-date.
Check the list to see if your device is eligible for monthly, quarterly, or biannual updates.
Samsung Monthly Updates Devices
- Galaxy Z Fold3 5G, Galaxy Z Flip3 5G, Galaxy Z Fold4, Galaxy Z Flip4, Galaxy Z Fold5, Galaxy Z Flip5, Galaxy Z Fold6, Galaxy Z Flip6, W23, W23 flip, W24, W24 Flip, W25, W25 Flip, Galaxy Z Fold Special Edition
- Galaxy S21 5G, Galaxy S21+ 5G, Galaxy S21 Ultra 5G, Galaxy S21 FE 5G, Galaxy S22, Galaxy S22+, Galaxy S22 Ultra, Galaxy S23, Galaxy S23+, Galaxy S23 Ultra, Galaxy S23 FE, Galaxy S24, Galaxy S24+, Galaxy S24 Ultra, Galaxy S24 FE
- Enterprise Models: Galaxy A53 5G, Galaxy A54 5G, Galaxy A55 5G, Galaxy Xcover5, Galaxy Xcover6 Pro, Galaxy Xcover7
Samsung Quarterly Updates Devices
- Galaxy S20, Galaxy S20 5G, Galaxy S20+, Galaxy S20+ 5G, Galaxy S20 Ultra 5G, Galaxy S20 FE, Galaxy S20 FE 5G,
- Galaxy Note20, Galaxy Note20 5G, Galaxy Note20 Ultra, Galaxy Note20 Ultra 5G
- Galaxy A32, Galaxy A32 5G
- Galaxy A13, Galaxy A13 5G, Galaxy A23, Galaxy A23 5G, Galaxy A33 5G, Galaxy A73 5G
- Galaxy A04, Galaxy A04s, Galaxy A04e, Galaxy A14, Galaxy A14 5G, Galaxy A24, Galaxy A34 5G
- Galaxy A05, Galaxy A05s, Galaxy A15, Galaxy A15 5G, Galaxy A25 5G, Galaxy A35 5G
- Galaxy A06, Galaxy A16, Galaxy A16 5G
- Galaxy C55 5G
- Galaxy M13, Galaxy M13 5G, Galaxy M23 5G, Galaxy M33 5G, Galaxy M53 5G, Galaxy M04, Galaxy M14, Galaxy M14 5G, Galaxy M34 5G, Galaxy M44 5G, Galaxy M54 5G, Galaxy M15 5G, Galaxy M35 5G, Galaxy M55 5G, Galaxy M55s 5G
- Galaxy F13, Galaxy F04, Galaxy F14, Galaxy F14 5G, Galaxy F34 5G, Galaxy F54 5G, Galaxy F15 5G, Galaxy F55 5G
- Galaxy Tab S6 Lite (2024), Galaxy Tab S8, Galaxy Tab S8+, Galaxy Tab S8 Ultra, Galaxy Tab S9, Galaxy Tab S9+, Galaxy Tab S9 Ultra, Galaxy Tab S9 FE, Galaxy Tab S9 FE+, Galaxy Tab S10+, Galaxy Tab S10 Ultra
- Galaxy Tab A9, Galaxy Tab A9+
- Enterprise Models: Galaxy A52, Galaxy A52 5G, Galaxy A52s, Galaxy Xcover Pro, Galaxy Tab Active3, Galaxy Tab Active4 Pro, Galaxy Tab Active5
Samsung Biannual Updates Devices
- Galaxy A02s, Galaxy A12, Galaxy A22, Galaxy A22 5G, Galaxy A72, Galaxy A82 5G
- Galaxy A03, Galaxy A03s, Galaxy A03 core
- Galaxy M21 2021
- Galaxy M12, Galaxy M22, Galaxy M32, Galaxy M32 5G, Galaxy M42 5G, Galaxy M52 5G, Galaxy M62
- Galaxy F12, Galaxy F22, Galaxy F42 5G, Galaxy F52 5G, Galaxy F62
- Galaxy Tab A7 Lite, Galaxy Tab A8
- Galaxy Tab S6 Lite, Galaxy Tab S7 FE
- W21 5G, W22 5G
Wearables Eligible for Security Updates
- Galaxy Watch4 40mm, Galaxy Watch4 44mm, Galaxy Watch4 Classic 42mm, Galaxy Watch4 Classic 46mm
- Galaxy Watch5 40mm, Galaxy Watch5 44mm, Galaxy Watch5 Pro
- Galaxy Watch6 40mm, Galaxy Watch6 44mm, Galaxy Watch6 Classic 43mm, Galaxy Watch6 Classic 47mm
- Galaxy Watch7 40mm, Galaxy Watch7 44mm
- Galaxy Watch Ultra
- Galaxy Watch FE
Personal Computer Models
- Galaxy Book4 Ultra, Galaxy Book4 Pro, Galaxy Book4 Pro 360, Galaxy Book4 360, Galaxy Book4
We are on the 3rd day of December 2024, and Samsung has officially announced the details of the security patch for Galaxy devices for the last month of the year. This patch improves the system’s security and stability to enhance the overall experience.
According to the scope page, the December 2024 security patch addresses more than 45 security vulnerabilities. It includes patches for both Google and Samsung-specific issues, helping to protect devices from threats.
Google patches in this update cover six critical vulnerabilities and 28 high-level ones. There is also 1 issue that was previously fixed in earlier updates and another that is not applicable to Samsung devices.
In addition to the Google patches, Samsung has addressed 2 high-level vulnerabilities in its semiconductor products. Along with these fixes, Samsung has also provided 8 patches under its Samsung Vulnerabilities and Exposures (SVE) items. These focus on issues with the Theme Center, Galaxy Watch Bluetooth, SmartSwitch, and Dex Mode.
Although Samsung has not yet begun rolling out the December 2024 security patch to Galaxy devices, it will be available soon to all eligible devices.
Samsung December 2024 Security Update Details
Critical
- CVE-2024-38408, CVE-2024-43096, CVE-2024-43770, CVE-2024-43771, CVE-2024-49747, CVE-2024-49748
High
- CVE-2024-34747, CVE-2024-40671, CVE-2024-34729, CVE-2024-31337, CVE-2023-35659, CVE-2023-35686, CVE-2024-23715, CVE-2024-36978, CVE-2024-46740, CVE-2024-20106, CVE-2024-20104, CVE-2024-23385, CVE-2024-38403, CVE-2024-38424, CVE-2024-38415, CVE-2024-38423, CVE-2024-38421, CVE-2024-21455, CVE-2024-43047, CVE-2024-38405, CVE-2024-43762, CVE-2024-43764, CVE-2024-43769, CVE-2024-43767, CVE-2024-43097, CVE-2024-43768, CVE-2024-43766, CVE-2024-43763
Moderate
- None
Already included in previous updates
- CVE-2024-38402
Not applicable to Samsung devices
- CVE-2024-38422
Samsung Semiconductor
High
- CVE-2024-39343, CVE-2024-39890
Samsung
- SVE-2024-1485(CVE-2024-49410): Out-of-bounds write in libswmfextractor.so
- SVE-2024-1808(CVE-2024-49411): Path Traversal in ThemeCenter
- SVE-2024-1845(CVE-2024-49415): Out-of-bound write in libsaped.so
- SVE-2024-1885(CVE-2024-49412): Improper input validation in Settings
- SVE-2024-2044(CVE-2024-49413): Improper Verification of Cryptographic Signature in SmartSwitch
- SVE-2024-2166(CVE-2024-49414): Authentication Bypass Using an Alternate Path in Dex Mode