Samsung is reportedly preparing to launch another smartphone in its Galaxy F70 series- the Galaxy F70 5G. Now, another listing reveals the arrival of this smartphone.

The Galaxy F70 5G has reportedly appeared on the Google Play supported devices list. The listing shows the model number SM-E176E, suggesting that Samsung is preparing to introduce the phone.

The listing also mentions “a17x,” which hints that the Galaxy F70 5G could be based on the Galaxy A17 5G. Samsung has previously launched some Galaxy F series phones with features similar to its Galaxy A series devices.

The Google Play listing does not reveal the complete specifications of the Galaxy F70 5G. However, the model details suggest that it could share some features with the Galaxy A17 5G.

The new phone could be the third model in the series, following the Galaxy F70e 5G and Galaxy F70 Pro 5G. However, Samsung has not officially confirmed its launch date or features.

The Galaxy F70 5G may come with a 6.7-inch Super AMOLED display with Full HD+ resolution and a 90Hz refresh rate. It could use the Exynos 1330 processor for everyday tasks. It could include a 50MP main camera with OIS, a 5MP ultra-wide camera, and a 2MP macro camera. A 13MP front camera may be provided for selfies.

The phone is expected to run a newer version of Android with Samsung’s One UI software. Samsung has not confirmed its price, launch date, or final specifications yet. Stay tuned.

Samsung will launch the Galaxy A38 smartphone next year, but an industry report has just revealed a potential OLED display downgrade being planned.

According to the info, Samsung Galaxy A38 may feature the same OLED display used in the Galaxy A27 this year. The company is reportedly planning to make this downgrade to reduce the cost burden created by RAMageddon.

Galaxy A38 should be using a better OLED than the Galaxy A37 or at least equivalent to its predecessor. However, the Korean tech giant has different plans for the smartphone, and the sole reason is rising component costs.

The same report suggests that Samsung has reduced the 2026 smartphone shipment forecast by roughly 10 million units. The revised target is now in the low 230 million unit range, which is down from the initial 240 million target.

Chinese smartphone makers have already reduced their smartphone production target. The situation won’t improve until the prices of DRAM and NAND semiconductors stabilize, which is not happening anytime soon.

With Samsung considering a major display downgrade for Galaxy A38, more Galaxy A models may meet the same fate. Meanwhile, Samsung is no longer considering BOE-made OLEDs in the Galaxy S27 and S27 flagship models.

However, the influence of Chinese display makers is gradually increasing in Samsung’s supply chain. The Galaxy A57 and Galaxy S26 FE reportedly feature CSOT-made OLED panels, a shift from Samsung Display.

Samsung’s phones have become significantly more expensive over the past couple of months. Not just new launches, but models that are already up for purchase are facing the heat of RAMageddon, causing the retail prices to climb steadily.

Apple is reportedly preparing something very different for its 20th anniversary iPhone. Reports suggest that the company wants to give the phone a screen that extends over the edges and curves around the sides. Such a design could make the device look almost like it is covered entirely by the display.

But making this idea a reality may not be easy. Apple is reportedly depending on Samsung to develop the special screen needed for the phone. Samsung is already a major display supplier for Apple, but this new technology could bring several new challenges.

The main problem is the curved parts of the screen. Pictures and text could look unusual near the edges, while colors may not appear the same as they do in the center. Samsung will need to improve the technology so that users get a smooth and clear picture across the whole display.

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The design could also create problems with wireless signals. Phones need antennas to connect to mobile networks, Wi-Fi and Bluetooth. A screen covering the sides could make it harder to place these antennas properly.

Apple is expected to prepare the anniversary iPhone well in advance of its launch. Samsung must finish the new display, test it and then produce large numbers of working units. If too many screens fail during production, Apple could face delays.

The anniversary iPhone has the potential to be one of Apple’s biggest design changes. However, the final result may depend on whether Samsung can solve these problems before production begins.

Samsung Galaxy S27 series will launch early next year, but early rumors shed light on the possible display tech and price details of the upcoming flagship smartphones.

Tipster @phonefuturist revealed in his recent X post the display tech upgrades of the Galaxy S27, S27+, S27 Pro, and S27 Ultra, along with their potential price tags for the international, Korean, and American markets.

Samsung may use M14+ and M16 OLED displays

Samsung could use both M14+ and M16 material sets in the OLED displays of the Galaxy S27 series. The lower-tier models, Galaxy S27 and S27 Plus, may feature M14+, an enhanced version of the M14 OLED material set.

On the flip side, the Galaxy S27 Pro and Galaxy S27 Ultra will likely be upgrading to M16 OLED panels. This would bring the flagships exceptional display quality that would surely stand out in competition.

Galaxy S27 series prices rumored

Samsung might keep the Galaxy S27 starting price unchanged to retain sale appeal. The base variant may start at $899 in the US, while the Galaxy S27 Plus may start at $1,099.

Galaxy S27 Pro could come with a price tag of $1,299 in the US, making room for the Galaxy S27 Ultra to justify its $1,399 price tag in the market through differentiation.

Notably, the US and Korean prices may be lower than the Global markets. This is a usual Samsung strategy to target American consumers and benefit its longtime fans back home, while making others pay a little more for the same.

Galaxy S27 series prices – US/Korea | Global

• Galaxy S27: $899 | $999
• Galaxy S27+: $1,099 | $1,199
• Galaxy S27 Pro: $1,299 | $1,399
• Galaxy S27 Ultra: $1,399/$1,499 | $1,499-$1,549

The pricing rumor comes with a caveat that the figures may vary by region and country. Also, the costs are not yet determined, so these price tags should not be considered final, as memory and component supply are unpredictable.

Samsung is preparing a new Galaxy S series, Galaxy S27, to launch early next year, around January or February. Now, it seems like the company may give the upcoming Galaxy S27 Ultra a bigger battery without increasing its charging speed.

Recent rumors reveal that the Galaxy S27 Ultra could support the same 60W charging as the Galaxy S26 Ultra. The interesting part is that the S27 Ultra may still charge slightly faster than its predecessor. Reports claim that the phone could reach 100% charge about 2% to 3% faster than the Galaxy S26 Ultra.

The Galaxy S27 Ultra is also rumored to have a 5,700mAh battery. This would be bigger than the 5,000mAh battery found in recent Galaxy Ultra models.  Usually, a bigger battery takes more time to charge. So, how could the S27 Ultra charge faster with the same 60W limit?

The answer may be better battery optimization. Samsung could improve the way the phone manages power while charging. Better control of heat and power could allow the phone to use its 60W charging more efficiently.

However, these details are not official yet. The reported charging results are said to come from internal tests, but Samsung has not confirmed them. It is also not clear if older phones could get similar improvements through a software update. The changes may depend on the new hardware inside the S27 Ultra.

Aside from this, the Galaxy S27 Ultra may come in five amazing color options, including Black, Blue, Light Pink, White, and Violet. Also, it could have an upgraded camera module along with new AI features and more. Stay tuned for more information.