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Samsung will launch Galaxy Z Flip 6 and Z Fold 6 in China too
So it’s now confirmed that Samsung will launch the Galaxy Z Flip 6 and Z Fold 6 in China too. The company is reportedly bringing the Galaxy Z Fold 6 Slim as Samsung W25 in the Chinese market. However, the standard models will also be introduced in the market.
In a recent development, Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 6 and Z Fold 6 were spotted on MIIT certification in China. The authority’s database listed the upcoming phones with model numbers SM-F9560 and SM-F7410. It confirms both phones will make their entries in China.
MIIT certification revealed that the devices feature dual-SIM and 5G connectivity. Rest specifications have already surfaced through various listings and certifications. In China, the devices are likely to feature a Golden design appearance, different than the Global variants.
Galaxy Z Fold 6 Slim / Samsung W25
Samsung’s Galaxy Z Fold 6 Slim will launch in South Korea and China. It is rumored to be marketed as Samsung W25 in the latter market. The phone won’t feature S Pen-compatible display, as part of reducing weight and thickness to better compete with rivals.
While the Galaxy Unpacked is scheduled for July 10 in Paris, the Slim/W25 is expected to launch in October. It would be interesting to see if Samsung makes some changes in hardware specs. We only know that the additional variant is in development under the Q6A codename.
One UI 6.1.1 x Galaxy AI
The upcoming phones will introduce new Galaxy AI features powered by One UI 6.1.1. Samsung is said to be bringing new features of Galaxy Z Fold 6 to the Galaxy S24 series by August 2024. Read more here: Galaxy S24 to get One UI 6.1.1 AI features without version bump
Samsung officially launched a 200MP ISOCELL HP9 Telephoto camera. It is the world’s first Telephoto camera for smartphones that features 200-megapixel resolution. Equipped with advanced algorithms and AI, it is ready to revolutionize the photography segment yet again.
According to Samsung, the ISOCELL HP9 is the Industry’s first 200MP Telephoto camera for smartphones. The sensor features 200 million 0.56-micrometer (μm) pixels in a 1/1.4-inch optical format.
Samsung’s new ISOCELL HP9 sensor significantly enhances light-gathering capability by directing more light accurately to the corresponding RGB color filter – thanks to its proprietary high-refractive microlens.
Utilization of the new sensor material results in more vivid color reproduction and improved focus with 12% better light sensitivity and 10% improved autofocus contrast performance compared to the previous product.
The sensor is also equipped with a remosaic algorithm, which offers 2x or 4x in-sensor zoom modes, achieving up to 12x zoom when paired with a 3x zoom telephoto module, without dramatically reducing quality.
Samsung says HP9’s Tetra²pixel technology merges 16 pixels (4×4) into a large, 12MP 2.24μm-sized sensor, enabling sharper portrait shots — even in dark settings — and creating dramatic out-of-focus bokeh effects.
Last but not least, HP9’s large optical format makes it suitable for telephoto modules that match premium main cameras in image quality, autofocus, high dynamic range (HDR), and frames per second (fps).
Vivo X100 Ultra is equipped with an HP9 sensor, with Samsung flagships unlikely to use it.
Official Samsung case leak shows Galaxy Z Flip 6 and Z Fold 6 at their cleanest. The Unpacked event is set to take place on July 10, with the latest reveal showcasing both upcoming devices. These premium cases would be available for purchase from Samsung.com.
Samsung’s Galaxy Z Fold 6 will have a slightly wider cover screen. The company hasn’t made any major changes in the phone’s form factor. The cover screen is widened by reducing the thickness of side bezels and enhancing the hinge and frame.
The Galaxy Z Flip 6 looks almost the same as its predecessor. However, consumers might feel the difference in usability and functionality of the device. Samsung is said to have further improved the waterdrop hinge tech introduced last year.
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The phone’s cover screen would be more smooth in functioning. The panel will have an increased refresh rate than the previous Flip. The OLED screen is also expected to feature increased peak brightness, making it even more useful outdoors.
It’s worth noting that the Galaxy Z Fold 6 will continue to feature under-display camera tech on the inner screen. The camera rings might get a refreshed circular ring design. The cover panel also reduced the circular edge from the inner side, increasing the screen area further.
Samsung’s Galaxy Z Flip 6 and Z Fold 6 will be equipped with Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 for Galaxy chip. Both devices will run Android 14-based One UI 6.1.1 software. The company developed many new artificial intelligence features to debut with Galaxy AI next month.
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Earlier this month, the Samsung Galaxy A05s smartphone received an Android 14-based One UI 6.1 update with a bundle of new features and enhancements. Samsung is now rolling out a new update for Galaxy A05s, which installs June 2024 security patch.
The fresh update improves system security and stability to provide a better user experience. It fixes over 45 issues to improve image display on the screen, battery usage tracking, secure phone calls, and the functionality of the Samsung Dialer application.
June 2024 security update for Samsung Galaxy A05s in India can be identified through One UI build version A057FXXS4CXF1. The company is regularly working to make this update available to all models.
Users of these Samsung devices are advised to install the June 2024 update promptly to benefit from the improved security measures. For those who have not received an update notification, the update can be manually checked and installed.
To install the update, open the smartphone’s settings, select ‘Software Update’, and then ‘Download and install’. Following these steps will ensure that your Samsung smartphone is up-to-date with the latest security protections.