Samsung Offers Free Galaxy S24 Smartphones with Select TV Purchases

During a promotion from April 24th to May 14th, Samsung is offering free Galaxy S24 or S24 Plus smartphones to customers who purchase select 2024 TVs. The promotion applies to the Neo QLED 8K, Neo QLED 4K, OLED, and Frame TV ranges. To qualify, shoppers must spend over £2000 ($2486.88) on a new TV, and the free phone will be added to their basket during checkout. The base Galaxy S24 will be included with purchases of the 55-inch Neo QLED 4K TV, while the Galaxy S24 Plus will be available with the more expensive Neo QLED 8K range. Samsung is using this promotion to encourage customers to purchase its new TVs and bundle its devices together.

Free Screen Replacement for Samsung Galaxy Smartphones with Green Line Issue in India

Samsung is offering free screen replacements for specific Galaxy smartphone models in India due to a widespread issue where users have reported green lines on their screens. The program, which runs until April 30, applies to Galaxy S20, Note20, S21 (excluding S21 FE), and S22 series devices that are less than three years old and not physically or water damaged. Samsung has established that the issue is caused by faulty software updates affecting Super AMOLED displays on these models. Customers can visit a Samsung Service Center before April 30 to book an appointment and have their faulty screen replaced with a new one that also includes a new battery for enhanced performance.

Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 6 May Use Outdated Tech, Geekbench Listing Suggests

According to a Geekbench test entry, the upcoming Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 6 may run on the same Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 chipset as its predecessor, the Z Flip 5, instead of the expected Snapdragon 8 Gen 3. However, the listing indicates an increase in memory to 12GB RAM. This is in contrast to previous Z Flip models, which all used 8GB RAM. Samsung has reportedly been experimenting with different performance packages for the Z Flip 6, including the possibility of an Exynos 2400 chip in some regions. While outdated tech may not significantly impact the Z Flip series, which prioritizes other features over raw performance, it could result in a lower price point for the device, especially in light of competition from cheaper foldables like the Motorola Razr 2023 and Nubia Flip 5G.

Samsung’s Nifty Laundry Room Device Captures Microplastic Fibers

Samsung’s latest innovation is a nifty laundry room device that captures microplastic fibers released during a standard laundry wash cycle. The $299 Less Microfibre Filter sits on or next to your Samsung front load washing machine and helps capture up to 98% of microfibers, then redirects and compresses these fibers to one side. The filter only needs to be cleaned after every 30 uses, and the microfibers can be easily removed and discarded as general waste. By connecting with Samsung’s SmartThings app, the Less Microfibre Filter can track how full it is and alert users when cleaning or other troubleshooting is required.

Samsung Unveils AI-Powered TV Lineup and Discusses Industry Trends at Southeast Asia Tech Seminar

Samsung Electronics, the global leader in TV manufacturing, has kicked off its 2024 Southeast Asia Tech Seminar in Bangkok, Thailand. The event showcases Samsung’s latest lineup of AI-enhanced Neo QLED 8K, OLED, and lifestyle products, featuring innovations that deliver industry-leading viewing experiences. Samsung’s 2024 Neo QLED 8K incorporates the latest NQ8 AI Gen3 Processor, which enables a vivid and more precise picture. The 2024 Samsung OLED TV upscales content to 4K resolution thanks to the NQ4 AI Gen2 Processor. Music Frame is a new lifestyle product that functions as a frame-shaped speaker. Samsung Knox, applied to Samsung TV, achieved a ‘Common Criteria’ certification, recognizing its strengthened TV security measures.

Qualcomm Initiates Coverage with Buy Rating, Citing AI Growth Potential

Benchmark analyst Cody Acree has initiated coverage on Qualcomm Inc with a Buy rating and a price target of $200. Acree believes that Qualcomm is well-positioned to capitalize on the industry’s trends of shifting AI computational inferencing workloads to the very edges of the network, where the company is leveraging its strengths in wireless connectivity and computing to lead the market in the ramp of generative AI smartphones and AI-PCs.

Samsung’s Next-Gen Foldable Phones: Colorways and Storage Details Emerge

Samsung’s much-anticipated next-generation foldable phones, the Galaxy Z Fold 6 and Galaxy Z Flip 6, are expected to come in a range of colors and storage configurations. According to a recent leak by industry analyst Ross Young, the Galaxy Z Flip 6 will be available in Light Blue, Mint (formerly Light Green), Silver Shadow (formerly Silver), Crafted Black, Peach, and White. Notably, the iconic purple hue from previous models is absent from this year’s lineup. The Galaxy Z Fold 6 will offer a more sophisticated color palette, including Navy (formerly Dark Blue), Light Pink, and Silver Shadow (formerly Silver). The device will also introduce an additional 1TB storage tier, alongside the existing 256GB and 512GB options. Both the Galaxy Z Fold 6 and Galaxy Z Flip 6 will maintain the same storage configurations of 256GB and 512GB, with the Z Fold 6 offering an extra 1TB option.

Apple’s Distinct AI Approach for iPhones: On-Device Processing Takes Center Stage

Apple plans to introduce AI capabilities in iOS 18, focusing on on-device processing for enhanced privacy and performance. While Samsung combines on-device and cloud-based AI, Apple’s approach favors device-based AI with a Large Language Model (LLM). Expected AI features include improved auto-replies, Siri functionality, and advanced image editing tools. The status of a potential collaboration with Google for certain AI features remains unclear.

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