Earlier reports about the Galaxy M55 have revealed that the phone uses a Snapdragon 7 Gen 1 processor, which is quite powerful for its class. It is a 4nm chip made by Samsung Foundry and features one prime CPU core, three high-end CPU cores, and four power-efficient CPU cores.
It has the Adreno 644 GPU, which is more powerful than the GPU inside the Snapdragon 778G (used in the Galaxy A52s) and the Snapdragon 782G. The phone was spotted earlier with 8GB RAM and Android 14 (One UI 6) out of the box.
The phone is said to feature a 5,000mAh battery and 45W fast charging. It likely has a triple-camera setup featuring a 50MP primary camera. The phone will likely have a 12MP ultrawide camera and a 5MP macro camera.
Last month, we exclusively reported that Samsung will hold its next Galaxy Unpacked event in July 2024. At this event, the company will launch its next-generation foldable phones, the Galaxy Z Flip 6 and the Galaxy Z Fold 6. Some reports claim that Samsung will also launch a cheaper version of the Galaxy Z Fold 6, but its launch could be delayed by a few months.
Cheaper Galaxy Z Fold 6 launch could happen in September or October 2024
According to a new report from The Elec (via @Tech_Reve), Samsung will start the production of the Galaxy Z Flip 6 and the Galaxy Z Fold 6 two to three weeks earlier than usual. So, the launch of those two upcoming foldable phones will likely happen two to three weeks earlier. This report lines up with our earlier report about an early launch. So, the launch of the cheaper Galaxy Z Fold 6 will happen around the launch of the iPhone 16 series.
The mass production of Galaxy Z Flip 6 and Galaxy Z Fold 6 components will reportedly begin in early May 2024. Last year, Samsung ordered the mass production of Galaxy Z Flip 5 and Galaxy Z Fold 5 components in late May 2023. Samsung has reportedly set a sales target of 200,000 to 300,000 units for the cheaper Galaxy Z Fold 6. While the shipment numbers aren’t high, it will divert consumer attention from the iPhone 16.
Cheaper Galaxy Z Fold 6 will lack S Pen and could be thinner than standard version
The report claims that the costlier version of the Galaxy Z Fold 6 will have a built-in S Pen slot, but the cheaper one doesn’t. The Galaxy Z Fold 6 is said to be thinner and lighter than the Galaxy Z Fold 5, and the cheaper version will be even thinner.
Another report claimed that the affordable version of the Galaxy Z Fold 6 will be priced at just $800, which makes it an enticing product. The standard Galaxy Z Fold 6 could have better cameras, a brighter screen, a faster Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 processor, and a slightly bigger battery.
The combined sales target of Samsung’s upcoming foldable phones is around 10 million. The estimated sales figure for the Galaxy S24 series is around 35 million. So, the total sales of Samsung’s high-end phones could be around 40-45 million units, an improvement over last year.
Author’s Note:Samsung could launch the Galaxy Z Fold 6 FE with an $800 price tag. It could have a weaker processor, a dimmer screen, and a smaller battery than the regular Galaxy Z Fold 6. Since a $1,800 foldable phone is too much for most people, a $800 foldable phone with a big screen could attract a lot of people, and some people might consider buying their first foldable phone. I wouldn’t be surprised to see Galaxy Z Fold 5-like specifications for the Galaxy Z Fold 6 FE.
On the other hand, the Galaxy Z Fold 6 will most likely have the Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 processor, more RAM, improved cameras, and a bigger battery.
After launching at least seven tablets in the second half of last year, Samsung is expected to launch at least three new tablets later this year. The Galaxy Tab S10, Galaxy Tab S10+, and the Galaxy Tab S10 Ultra will likely be the high-end tablets to be launched in 2024, and their signs of existence have been spotted.
Galaxy Tab S10+ battery certified by South Korean device safety authorities
The battery of the Galaxy Tab S10+ has been certified (via MySmartPrice) by the Korea Testing & Research Institute. It carries model number EB-BX828ABE and has received safety certification from the South Korean authority. However, its battery capacity hasn’t been revealed due to blurry images from the testing procedure. It will likely be around 10,000mAh, similar to previous-generation Plus variants of Samsung’s high-end tablets.
This isn’t the first time this battery has appeared online. It was spotted last month in India’s BIS safety certification database. With Samsung getting the go-ahead from several certification authorities for the Galaxy Tab S10 series, we will likely see the launch of those devices in the second half of this year. The Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 processor could power all those devices. They could have Dynamic AMOLED 2x screens, quad-speaker setups, and an S Pen.
Previous reports claim that the Galaxy Tab S10 will bring some improvements to the S Pen, including its latency and the placement of the action button. The S Pen might also get IP68 certification and some attachments. Samsung is also said to be improving the productivity factor of its upcoming high-end tablets by bringing in improved ecosystem and cross-device functionality features.
When Samsung launched the Galaxy S24 Ultra in India, it made the phone available in three special edition colors, Titanium Blue, Titanium Green, and Titanium Orange, which were exclusive to the official online store, alongside three standard colors, Titanium Gray, Titanium Black, and Titanium Violet. However, for unknown reasons, the company discontinued the Titanium Orange color of the smartphone a couple of weeks after the launch, disappointing many prospective buyers. Well, the color is now making a comeback.
Samsung has now announced on its official online store for India that the Galaxy S24 Ultra will be available in the Titanium Orange color on the platform from 20 March 2024. If you were planning to buy the smartphone in this color and were disappointed that the company had discontinued it, you are in luck. However, since this is one of the most sought-after colors of the Galaxy S24 Ultra, it might run out of stock quickly. So, make sure to grab it while you have the chance.
Along with that, Samsung has also announced Galaxy Ultra Days in India, during which, the company is offering benefits worth INR 18,720 with the Galaxy S24 Ultra. The promotional offer will be live till 22 March 2024. So you can even get amazing offers on the smartphone while getting it in the color you love. However, if you are someone who prefers smaller devices in the lineup, you should know that Samsung is also offering discounts on the Galaxy S24 and the Galaxy S24+ in the country during the company’s Holi Sale.
Samsung has announced Galaxy Ultra Days in India. During this promotional event, the company is offering the Galaxy S24 Ultra with three benefits worth INR 18,720 in total, making this a great chance for you to buy the smartphone. Let’s take a look at the benefits.
First up is an instant discount of INR 6,000 on the phone if you make the payment using a credit or debit card from HDFC Bank. Second is a cart discount of INR 6,720 if you grab a Smart View Wallet Case. It costs INR 6,720, which means that you will be getting the case for free. Third is an upgrade bonus of INR 6,000. Even if you don’t consider the upgrade bonus, you are getting benefits worth INR 12,000.
Samsung has priced the base variant of the Galaxy S24 Ultra, which has 256GB storage, at INR 1,29,999. With the two benefits, you will be able to get the smartphone for INR 1,17,999 effectively. Whereas, the price of the 512GB and 1TB storage variants will drop down to INR 1,27,999 and INR 1,47,999 respectively.
Galaxy Ultra Days will be live till 22 March 2024 on the brand’s official website for the country. So, you have four days to grab the deal. If you were eyeing the phone, now is a great time to get it. On a related note, Samsung has also announced the Holi Sale in India. During the event, the company is offering discounts, cashback, and freebies on many products, including the Galaxy S24 and the Galaxy S24+.
There have been reports that Samsung plans to launch two Galaxy Z Fold 6 phones this year. However, a new report now claims that the South Korean firm will launch a cheaper Galaxy Z Flip 6 version this year to improve its sales figures.
Cheaper Galaxy Z Flip 6 to have largely the same cameras as the costlier one
According to a new report from SisaJournal (via @Tech_Reve), Samsung is planning to launch a more affordable version of its Galaxy Z Flip series phone this year. While the device’s name hasn’t been speculated, it wouldn’t be hard to imagine that Samsung could name it the Galaxy Z Flip 6 FE.
The upcoming foldable phone could have lower-end/older components than the Galaxy Z Flip 6. According to the report, it will have cheaper display, processor, and battery specifications. The Galaxy Z Flip 6 FE cameras, though, are expected to be similar to the pricier Galaxy Z Flip 5. So, it will likely feature a 12MP+12MP dual-camera setup, and there have been no major changes in camera components.
Samsung’s foldable smartphone market share has dropped from 66.4% to 60.4%, which is expected to drop further in the second quarter of this year. Samsung is reportedly trying to increase its market share by launching a more affordable foldable phone. The Galaxy Z Flip 6 FE will reportedly be priced at $800.
In the modern Galaxy Ax lineup, which started with the Galaxy A50 back in 2019, the Galaxy A55’s premium design is unmatched by anything that came before.
With the Galaxy A54, Samsung added a glass back, and with the Galaxy A55, the company added a metal frame to the mix. Combine that with the upgrade from Gorilla Glass 5 to Gorilla Glass Victus+, and you get an in-hand feel and build quality that’s much closer to those of Samsung’s flagship phones.
But the Galaxy A55 is a mid-range phone at the end of the day, and that means Samsung has left out a few upgrades fans would have liked to see. The worst offender in that regard is the size of the bezels around the display.
Slimmer bezels would have made Galaxy A55 design perfect
As you can see in the picture below, the bezels on the Galaxy A55 are massive. They are as big as the bezels on the Galaxy A54 and a stark contrast to the symmetrical and ultra-thin bezels of the Galaxy S24, S24+, and S4 Ultra. They are also bigger than those on some considerably cheaper Chinese smartphones that launched a year or more ago.
Is this a knock against the phone and a reason why you shouldn’t buy it? Not really. The Galaxy A55’s design is excellent overall for a mid-range Samsung phone. It also boasts features such as IP67 water and dust resistance, which you won’t find on most competing devices from other manufacturers (even those that are water and dust-resistant tend to offer weaker protection).
Still, the large bezels are disappointing and hold the A55’s design back from true greatness. Samsung will probably address the bezel size next year as it’s the only part of the design that hasn’t been brought up to modern standards, but we would have prefered seeing the upgrade this year itself.
Samsung has released the March 2024 security update to the Galaxy A33 in South Korea. The new security update could be released to Galaxy A33 units in other countries soon.
Several other Galaxy A, Galaxy S, and Galaxy Z series smartphones have already received the March 2024 security update over the past couple of weeks.
Galaxy A33 gets March 2024 security update in South Korea
The latest software update for the Galaxy A33, which includes the March 2024 security patch, is now available in South Korea. It comes bearing firmware version A336NKSS6DXC1 and has a download size of 246.47MB. The update fixes 44 security vulnerabilities discovered in previous software versions. The update does not add any new features to the smartphone.
You can install the new update now if you have a Galaxy A33 and live in South Korea. If you don’t live in South Korea, you can keep checking for the new update by opening the Settings app, navigating to Software update, and tapping Download and install. You can also download the new firmware file from our database and flash it manually.
In the next few months, Samsung could release the One UI 6.1 update to the Galaxy A33. It will bring several new features to the mid-range smartphone, including smoother animations and transitions, custom lock screen clock widget font options, and new lock screen widgets that debuted with the Galaxy S24 series. You can watch those new features in our video below.
Earlier this month, we learned that Samsung is developing a new M-series smartphone, the Galaxy M35, which will be a rebranded variant of the Galaxy A35, a phone that the company launched last week. However, there was no concrete information about the existence of the device. Well, that’s changing today.
A new smartphone from Samsung, bearing the model number SM-M356B, has been spotted on Geekbench. Going by the model number, this device seems to be the Galaxy M35, which means that we have our first proof that the phone exists. What’s even better is that the listing also reveals the phone’s specs.
According to the benchmarking platform, the Galaxy M35 has a motherboard with model number s5e8835, which is tied to the Exynos 1380 chipset. So, it is safe to assume that the Galaxy M35 will have the Exynos 1380 SoC, the same processor as the Galaxy A35. The listing also revealed that the phone has 6GB RAM, which could be one of the memory configurations of the device, and that it runs on Android 14 (One UI 6.0 or One UI 6.1).
At the moment, that’s all the solid information we have on the Galaxy M35. That being said, we expect the phone to come with the same features as the Galaxy A35 except for two: the M-series device could miss out on an IP rating for dust and water resistance and could come with a larger battery pack.
Galaxy A15 pricing and availability in South Korea
The Galaxy A15 is priced at KRW 319,000 ($240) in South Korea. The phone is available in three colors: Blue Black, Light Blue, and Yellow. The phone is available through carriers and in factory-unlocked variants.
Lim Seong-taek, Vice President of Samsung Electronics Korea, said, “The Galaxy A15 LTE will be a smart choice for customers who enjoy watching content and taking photos anywhere. We will continue introducing products optimized for various lifestyles and expand the range of customer choices. We will continue to expand.”
Galaxy A15 specifications
The Galaxy A15 features a 6.5-inch Super AMOLED screen with Full HD+ resolution and a 90Hz refresh rate. It has Vision Booster and Eye Comfort Shield features. It has a 13MP front-facing camera and three cameras on the rear: a 50MP primary camera, a 5MP ultrawide camera, and a 2MP macro camera.
It is equipped with the MediaTek Helio G99 processor, 4GB RAM, 128GB internal storage, and a microSD card slot. It runs Android 14-based One UI 6.0. It is powered by a 5,000mAh battery and 25W fast charging.
It has Samsung Pay and a side-mounted fingerprint reader. It has GPS, 4G LTE, dual-band Wi-Fi 5, Bluetooth 5.3, NFC, USB Type-C port, and a 3.5mm headphone port.
