We are in December 2025, and Samsung has pushed a new update for the NavStar Good Lock module on Galaxy smartphones. This app allows users to customize the navigation bar and gesture mode. The new update makes the NavStar more useful and comes with version 8.0.00.69.

The update comes with changes to the option to add custom borders to navigation bar icons. This means users can now make their navigation icons stand out more by adding borders around them. It helps improve the look of the navigation bar and gives users more control over how their phone looks.

Moreover, the update also enhances privacy to protect your personal data. NavStar no longer asks for photo and video permissions. Since the app does not need access to your media files to work properly, removing these permissions makes the app safer to use.

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The update also fixes FC issues and other bugs that some users may have experienced before. These fixes help the app run more smoothly and reduce crashes. After updating, NavStar will become more stable and reliable during daily use.

To download the new update, users can open the Galaxy Store, tap on the Menu option, and then go to Updates to install the latest version. Also, they can download the update directly through the Good Lock app, where NavStar is listed as one of the available modules. So, download the app now and enjoy enhanced features.

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Samsung continues to expand its December 2025 security update to Galaxy devices, with the A35, A54, A53, A13, and Tab A9 becoming the latest.

Over the past couple of hours, Samsung pushed the December 2025 security update to the Galaxy A35, A54, A53, and A13 phones, along with the Tab A9 tablet. Notably, the initial rollout is happening in South Korea and India.

Most of the devices are running Android 16-based One UI 8 firmware. Galaxy A13 is the only device operating on an older OS version. Meanwhile, the latest December SMR carries 68 fixes for Android CVE and One UI SVE items.

Here are the build versions:

• Galaxy A35 – CYK1
• Galaxy A54 – EYL2 (via MohammedKhatri)
• Galaxy A53 – GYL1
• Galaxy A13 – EYL2
• Galaxy Tab A9 – DYL2

Previously, Samsung updated its Galaxy A15, A05, A24, M44, Tab S8 series, and Tab S10 FE series with new firmware updates. Additionally, plenty of Samsung devices on the Verizon network have also grabbed the latest patches.

Earlier this month, Samsung revealed a device chart eligible for monthly, quarterly, and biannual updates. The quarterly schedule brings the majority of mid-range and budget devices, making it a significant portion.

It has been noticed that the company isn’t pushing quarterly devices to the biannual chart. As of December, the biannual category has a handful of phones and tablets. Samsung is retiring devices directly from the quarterly chart.

How to update

Samsung phones bring built in tool to update software. You can access the menu through Settings > Software update. At this stage, tap the Download and install button to force the device connect to the server and fetch an update.

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One UI 8.5 is equipping the Samsung Camera app with White Balance feature in Photo mode. The new adjustment tool is currently under development and expected to be applied in a future One UI 8.5 Beta build.

A new leak by PhoneArt suggests that One UI 8.5 could bring a new way to manually adjust white balance in the standard Photo mode.

Tests show that changes made with the slider do not apply correctly to the captured images. This is expected in early test builds, where features are added but still require polishing.

Until now, manual white balance on Samsung phones has been limited to Pro mode or Expert RAW app, requiring more steps. Bringing it to the Photo mode would make it accessible for everyday shooting without switching modes.

Photo White Balance

Users can access it by opening the Camera app, switching to Photo mode, tapping the settings icon with four dots, and selecting the WB option. This opens a slider that allows adjustments from around 3,000 Kelvin up to 10,000 Kelvin.

Under indoor lighting, the camera often produces cooler tones when warmer ones would be more accurate. Manual adjustment lets users correct these errors on the spot or apply a specific color temperature for creative effect.

The latest version of One UI 8.5 adds a function to the default camera. This kind of detail may only be easily found by me. The default camera adds the white balance adjustment function.Please take a look at my demonstration. You can adjust the white balance of the photos taken… pic.twitter.com/idRvFoqPxZ

— PhoneArt (@UniverseIce) December 18, 2025

Samsung has not confirmed when this white balance option will become active. The company is preparing the second One UI 8.5 Beta, which is likely to include other camera improvements, such as expanded options in Pro mode.

One UI 8.5 is also being prepared to bring back missing features like Single Take and Dual Recording through the Camera Assistant app. Given the current state, the WB tool may appear in a later Beta build once it works reliably.

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Samsung has reportedly identified issues involving improper rebates at its subsidiary in Taiwan. The problems came to light during a standard internal audit of the unit, which handles sales and customer support in the local market.

A source from the semiconductor sector (via TheElec) said the audit revealed that some Samsung employees had accepted bribes from outside in exchange for favorable treatment on DRAM and NAND flash chip supplies.

The exact amount involved has not been made public.

DigiTimes report suggested multiple employees and distributors took part, leading to quick staff changes in marketing and sales teams.

DigiTimes reported that “multiple employees and distributors of Samsung Electronics Taiwan are known to be involved in the rebate misconduct,” and that “after auditors interviewed staff from various semiconductor-related departments, Samsung took immediate personnel action.”

The reports also mentioned possible involvement of senior officials and raised questions about similar issues in Samsung’s operations in Singapore and China.

The report further claimed, “The first round of personnel shifts occurred in the marketing and sales divisions, and the rebate controversy also affected high-ranking officials in the sales and marketing sectors,” adding that “there is a high possibility that the Singapore and China subsidiaries are also involved.”

However, the industry source noted that the audit found no prior rumors or complaints that triggered the review. It appears limited to individual actions in Taiwan, with the investigation still in progress.

No confirmation exists yet on problems in other regions.

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Samsung begins internal One UI 8.5 testing on the Galaxy Z Fold 5 and Z Flip 5. The company’s software server has just listed early builds. The two foldables were released in 2023 and are gearing up to receive a major upgrade.

Galaxy Z Fold 5 and Z Flip 5 are now confirmed to receive One UI 8.5. Samsung initiated internal testing on the two devices months before potential release.

The first One UI 8.5 builds carry PDA version F946BXXU5GYLB and F731BXXU5GYLB for the Z Fold 5 and Z Flip 5, respectively, via TarunVats.

Meanwhile, a Beta Program is unlikely for the concerned phones.

Samsung has already begun internal tests on the Galaxy Z Fold 7, Z Flip 7, Z Fold 6, and Z Flip 6. 2023’s foldables are the latest to join early testing, while the Galaxy Z Fold 4 and Z Flip 4 are also eligible for the update.

At present, Samsung is Beta testing One UI 8.5 on the S25 series. The company released the first Beta build earlier this month, and the second Beta is probably coming later this month, along with an expansion to India and Poland.

• One UI 8.5 Beta 2 – Here’s why you should wait for it

One UI 8.5 is based on the One UI 8 (Android 16) operating system. While the main upgrade lacks UI tweaks and AI upgrades, the mid-cycle version aims to renovate the entire user interface with dynamic tweaks and refinements.

The South Korean tech giant will release the official One UI 8.5 update early next year. The upcoming Galaxy S26 series will come preloaded with the new software, and it will be provided to existing devices sequentially.

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• Samsung unveils One UI 8.5 Stable update release timeline

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Samsung is finally bringing the December 2025 security update to the Galaxy S23, S23 Plus, and S23 Ultra. Though a bit late, the company’s 2023 flagships have received the latest security patches released this month.

The initial rollout has started in South Korea, and users of the Galaxy S23 phones can identify the December 2025 update via PDA build version ending with EYL1. Global expansion should follow over the next couple of days.

December update patches 68 improvements, covering Android and One UI. You may have been waiting for the One UI 8.5 Beta, but Samsung currently has no plan to expand the early access to older flagship phones.

The firmware aims to improve system stability and reliability. It also enhances the overall user experience by cleaning up cache and unnecessary app data. An alert will arrive soon, but you can also check for updates manually.

Updating the latest software update is no brainer on Samsung phones. Open the system Settings and enter the Software update section. Hit Download and install on that page to initiate firmware fetching on the server.

Source – Samsung Community Korea

One UI 8.5 Update

Samsung launched One UI 8.5 Beta for the Galaxy S25 series in 4 countries. It will expand to 2 more countries when Beta 2 arrives. In the official announcement, Samsung didn’t reveal a plan to bring the Beta Program to more users.

The official version will land early next year, but the rollout to older devices may take some time. We expect it to happen in the second quarter, but the expansion of the software update will take place sequentially.

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One UI 8.5 Beta 2 could make Galaxy’s Pro Camera mode literally awesome. Samsung is reportedly bringing a pretty useful feature to the stock camera app’s Pro mode, and it’s highly likely to come stapled with the second Beta update.

Samsung is testing One UI 8.5 Beta on the Galaxy S25 series. The second Beta update is expected to arrive around December 22. The current availability to four countries would also expand to six, joining India and Poland.

Earlier, Samsung confirmed that Single Take and Dual Recording are returning to Galaxy flagships with the second Beta. Well, the One UI 8.5 Beta 2 may also bring a new feature to Pro Camera mode, something like presets.

Samsung may let users save Pro camera settings. Parameters can be clubbed and saved to become a preset. You may also be able to share presets using Quick Share to use the same settings on other compatible Galaxy devices.

Once created, the preset can be restored in Pro mode view. It will streamline your photography experience and make the entire capturing time-saving.

Samsung hasn’t clearly said such a feature is coming. However, the mention of “custom options for professional shooting” suggests so. It aligns with a previous input that emerged in October this year.

Camera Assistant will upgrade with the second One UI 8.5 Beta. This Good Lock app is expected to add a dedicated section for Single Take and Dual Recording. Like other features, the two modes can be activated and disabled.

Samsung Community Korea

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Google released the QPR3 Beta 1 update for Pixel phones. The latest Android 16 update introduces a new expandable location tracking indicator, which would end up landing on Samsung and other Android phones in the future.

Android displays an indicator when the phone’s microphone, camera, or location is used. Google has upgraded the location indicator in Android 16 QPR3 Beta 1. The icon is no longer static, but has become expandable with new stuff.

The new location indicator shows up with a solid Blue background. When a location is being used by an app, it will show up in the status bar. Tapping the icon will open an expanded menu in pop-up view with detailed information.

This section will list the app or apps tracking your phone’s location. It all will happen in real time, and you will be able to revoke GPS access. You will have two options for the app using location: Close the app and Manage access.

Source – Android Authority

The Blue indicator will turn Green when the Location is being used along with the mic and/or camera. The color unification will ensure the access indicator won’t grab much space on your phone’s screen or the status bar.

Pixel phones running QPR Beta have received it with the latest release. Since it’s a core Android improvement, it would expand to Samsung phones too. It may show up in One UI 8.5 Stable, otherwise One UI 9 will bring it.

Pay attention, Google first added such an indicator in Android 12. After years, it has made a comeback in Android 16, but the testing is underway. Google may either improve its functionality or dump the indicator again.

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Samsung will participate with its AI-powered smart gadgets at CES 2026 this January. The company today revealed its agenda and upcoming products.

CES 2026 will be the base for Samsung to unveil the next-gen Bespoke AI appliances. The improved products merge AI-powered customized care and powerful hardware-supported performance.

Featured innovations include the upgraded Bespoke AI AirDresser, Bespoke AI Laundry Combo, Bespoke AI WindFree Pro Air Conditioner, and the flagship Bespoke AI Jet Bot Steam Ultra robot vacuum.

2026 Bespoke AI Laundry Combo is coming with improvements, which shorten wash-to-dry cycles and enhance drying performance.

Samsung’s upgraded Bespoke AI AirDresser is returning with enhanced performance and greater convenience.

2026 WindFree Air Conditioner introduces AI technology and Motion Wind to address the key attribute, influencing purchasing decisions like wind modes.

Samsung’s new Bespoke AI Jet Bot Steam Ultra comes with advanced recognition technologies designed to reduce human intervention and simplify cleaning.

Source – Samsung NewsroomSamsung will put these Bespoke AI products on showcase at CES 2026. Visitors can explore more and have a firsthand experience by visiting Samsung’s showroom located inside Wynn Las Vegas.

Jeong Seung Moon, EVP and Head of the R&D Team for the Digital Appliances (DA) Business at Samsung Electronics, said:

“This year, to enhance the living experience, we are unveiling our upgraded Air Dresser, Laundry Combo and WindFree Air Conditioner, developed by integrating valuable customer feedback and leveraging the R&D expertise we have accumulated over the years.”

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New leak paints out the clearest picture yet of the Samsung Exynos 2600 chip for the Galaxy S26 series. An insider has revealed the final specifications of the processor’s CPU, GPU, and other parameters.

Samsung insider PhoneArt (@UniverseIce) revealed the technical specs of the Exynos 2600 chip to be used in the Galaxy S26 series. The silicon seems to be incredibly powerful with a fast CPU and AMD-powered GPU inside.

CPU

Exynos 2600 is a deca-core processor, featuring 10 CPU cores. The AP incorporates a tri-cluster architecture, bringing a prime core clocked at 3.9Ghz, six performance cores clocked at 3.25Ghz  and three efficiency cores clocked at 2.75Ghz.

It’s manufactured using Samsung Foundry’s cutting-edge 2nm process. As compared to the latest chips from Apple, Qualcomm, and MediaTek, Exynos 2600 has a generational edge given its fabrication process.

GPU

The leak says Exynos 2600 features an AMD JUNO-powered GPU @ 985MHz. Samsung could market the graphics processing unit as Xclipse 960 with Vulkan 1.3. Other technical parameters includes Open Gles 3.2 and OpenCL 3.0.

Meanwhile, tipster ErencanYılmaz claims that there are some minor errors in the Exynos 2600 specs leaked by PhoneArt.

As per the screenshots, Exynos 2600’s prime core is clocked at 3.8GHz, peak GPU frequency is 980MHz, and Vulkan version is 1.4. The performance cores and efficiency cores are clocked at 3.26GHz and 2.76GHz, respectively.

Samsung has officially confirmed the Exynos 2600 chipset. The company will soon reveal its new Exynos chipset. It will arrive right before the Galaxy S26 launch; till then, you can take the emerging leaks as a pinch of salt.

Galaxy S26 series could be unveiled in February, and sales begin in March. The Ultra model is being prioritized in mass production, while others are being pushed to early next year. Samsung will also unveil One UI 8.5 with the new phones.

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Samsung Theme Park has been updated and is now compatible with One UI 8.5. It brings helpful changes to the Theme Park app that make phone customization easier and more enjoyable. Users can now design their Galaxy phones with new visual effects and better control over colors and icons.

Theme Park is a Samsung’s Good Lock module that lets users create and customize their own themes. Using this app, you can change colors, icons, wallpapers, and the look of the Quick Panel to match your style. It allows users to design everything themselves to make each phone look unique.

One UI 8.5 support introduces several new customization options. It adds emboss effects that give icons and images a raised look. It lets you adjust icons’ strength, edge, angle, color, and shadow. This effect makes the design feel more detailed and visually appealing.

Image via TarunVats

Moreover, Samsung Theme Park now offers a monochrome image option. This allows users to apply a single color to images and icons to create a simple theme. Quick Panel icon preview has also been improved with this update. Users can now see a clearer and more accurate preview before applying changes.

In addition, the update adds a home screen badge color setting. Users can change the color of notification badges on app icons to better match their theme. This feature works with One UI Home in One UI 8.5.

These new features are available with Theme Park version 1.1.01.38. The update is rolling out gradually and supports devices running One UI 8.5. Users can download or update the app from the Galaxy Store.

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If you are looking for a premium smartwatch at a great price, now is the perfect time. The Samsung Galaxy Watch 7 has dropped to its lowest price ever on Amazon. This limited-time deal makes this watch much more.

Samsung Galaxy Watch 7 usually costs $249.99, but it is now available for just $129.99 on Amazon. That’s a massive $120 discount, which means the watch is almost half price. This offer is one of the best smartwatch deals right now.

The Galaxy Watch 7 is an all-around smartwatch. It helps you track your fitness, health, and daily activities easily. You can monitor workouts like walking, running, and cycling. With Galaxy AI, the watch shows how your current workout compares to past ones and gives you a personal Energy Score.

Also, this watch offers a Sleep tracking feature, which provides detailed sleep insights and can even detect signs of moderate to severe sleep apnea. It also keeps you connected with on-wrist notifications, so you don’t have to check your phone often.

With such a big discount, the Galaxy Watch 7 becomes a budget-friendly option without compromising on important and new features. Click here to visit the deal link.

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Samsung has announced 500 US schools as semi-finalists in its 16th annual Solve for Tomorrow competition. The program encourages students in grades 6 to 12 to use STEM skills to solve problems they see in their own communities. Teams were selected from thousands of entries across all 50 states and the District of Columbia.

This year, many students are using new technologies, including AI, robotics, and sustainable tech. Some of the projects include AI tools to help care for older people, drones to help in emergencies during natural disasters, and AR experiences to protect cultural heritage.

Technology played a big role in the competition. About 83% of the projects used emerging tech in some form. Nearly 40% of teams worked with AI or machine learning, while others used 3D printing and IoT tools.

Image via Samsung

All 500 teams will receive support to continue building their ideas. One hundred teams will earn a $10,000 prize package of Samsung technology and move on to the next round. The remaining 400 teams will receive a $1,000 grant. Altogether, Samsung is offering $2 million in prizes this year.

Entrepreneurs Mark Cuban and Emma Grede are joining the program as the first Solve for Tomorrow ambassadors. They will help students and teachers learn how to use AI responsibly.

Also, the top 100 teams will create short videos to explain their projects. With help from Samsung mentors, students will prepare for the next judging round. The competition will continue through 2026, ending with national winners and major prizes.

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Google has introduced a new AI model, Gemini 3 Flash, which combines speed, intelligence, and efficiency. It is part of the Gemini 3 family, which also includes Gemini 3 Pro and Gemini 3 Deep Think. Gemini 3 Flash is built to help people learn, create, and get things done faster while being more affordable.

For developers, Gemini 3 Flash is available in Gemini API, Google AI Studio, Google Antigravity, Vertex AI, and Gemini Enterprise. It works well for coding, problem-solving, data analysis, and app development. It can handle complex tasks quickly to make it perfect for building interactive apps or agent-based systems.

For everyone else, Gemini 3 Flash is now the default model in the Gemini app and in AI Mode in Google Search. It is replacing the older 2.5 Flash. People can use it to analyze images and videos, get answers to questions, or even build simple apps using their voice. It makes learning, planning, and problem-solving much faster and easier.

Image via Google

Gemini 3 Flash is not only fast but also very smart. It performs well on tough reasoning and knowledge tests, like GPQA Diamond and MMMU Pro, while using fewer resources than older models. It can finish everyday tasks quickly and take extra time to solve complex problems.

Google is rolling out Gemini 3 Flash AI to everyone, from developers to regular users. With its speed, intelligence, and accessibility, Gemini 3 Flash is a big step forward for using AI in learning, creating, and planning.

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One UI 8.5 Beta update is currently live for the Galaxy S25 series. Meanwhile, Samsung is reportedly also testing this major update internally on several Galaxy devices. Now, the list of One UI 8.5 testing devices adds another Galaxy A series phone – Galaxy A55.

Tipster @Alfaturk has spotted a One UI 8.5 testing build for the Galaxy A55 on Samsung’s testing platform. The build number A556EXXUBDYL2 shows that Samsung has begun working on a major update for the Galaxy A55.

The early build suggests that Samsung is actively working on One UI 8.5 for A-series devices. Earlier, Samsung Galaxy A56 and Galaxy A36 were also spotted on the testing server with One UI 8.5 build.

Following previous beta rollout patterns, the Galaxy A55 may receive the One UI 8.5 Beta update. This would allow users to try out new features before the official release. However, Samsung has not officially confirmed the beta program for A-series phones yet.

Some of the main features of One UI 8.5 include smarter Quick Share, smoother Galaxy AI image generation, improved device connectivity, enhanced lock screen and weather tools, and richer insights in Samsung Health.

At the moment, Samsung is regularly working to make the One UI 8.5 update available for more devices. As the stable update is confirmed to arrive with the Samsung Galaxy S26 next year, we can expect that Samsung will expand the Beta Program to more Galaxy devices. Stay tuned.

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Samsung is preparing to launch the new Galaxy A07 5G smartphone. Now, the device has received another certification, GCF (Global Certification Forum), an important step before release.

The Galaxy A07 5G smartphone surfaces on the GCF certification with the model number SM-A076B/DS, and this version supports 5G networks and dual SIM cards.

According to the certification, the phone will work on 2G, 3G, 4G, and 5G networks, making it ready for use globally. The certification was issued on 24th November 2025.

Image via TheTechOutlook

The Galaxy A07 5G already appeared on Geekbench, which shows some key specifications. The phone will run on MediaTek Dimensity 6300 with a speed of 2.4 GHz. It reportedly comes with the ARM Mali-G57 MC2 GPU, 4GB RAM, and it will run Android 16.

The device has also received Nemko and Bluetooth SIG certifications. Support pages for this smartphone are also live in some countries, including the Philippines, Malaysia, Chile, Indonesia, Vietnam, Turkey, and the UAE. The Galaxy A07 5G is expected to launch in early January 2026.

After clearing several certifications, the Galaxy A07 5G seems ready to join Samsung’s mid-range lineup. It will offer a reliable 5G performance at a budget-friendly price. Stay tuned for more information.

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Apple is expected to enter the foldable phone market in 2026 with its first foldable iPhone. However, Samsung has already been making foldable phones for several years. Now, a new reports suggest that the upcoming Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8 may offer bigger displays and stronger cameras compared to Apple’s first foldable iPhone.

According to a report from Chinese tipster Digital Chat Station, the foldable iPhone may come with a 5.25-inch outer screen and a 7.58-inch inner foldable screen. While this design may look clean and modern, the screen sizes are smaller compared to Samsung’s foldable phones.

The Galaxy Z Fold 7 already offers a 6.5-inch outer display and a large 8-inch inner display. The upcoming Galaxy Z Fold 8 is expected to come with similar or slightly larger screens. Larger displays are useful for multitasking, watching videos, playing games, and more.

Source – Samsung US (YouTube)

Aside from the screens, it is also rumored to have two rear cameras and an under-display camera for the inner screen. It will reportedly not include a zoom lens. On the other side, the Galaxy Z Fold 7 has three rear cameras, including a high-resolution 200MP main camera, an ultrawide camera, and a telephoto camera that supports 3x optical zoom.

For selfies, under-display cameras usually do not take photos as clearly as normal front cameras. Samsung uses regular front cameras on both displays, which can give better image quality. The upcoming Galaxy Z Fold 8 could offer a stronger camera experience overall.

So, Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8 may offer bigger screens and better cameras than Apple’s first foldable iPhone. This could keep Samsung ahead in the foldable phone market.

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Samsung is slowly rebuilding its chip manufacturing business by getting new orders for both advanced and older technologies. While much attention is on its 2nm process, Samsung is also seeing strong demand for its 8nm technology. A new deal with Intel could help Samsung grow further in the global chip market.

The latest information suggests that Samsung is in talks to produce Intel’s PCH chips using its 8nm process. The PCH is an important chip found in computers and servers. It assists the main processor by handling data flow, device connections, and system control.

Earlier, Samsung made these Intel PCH chips using a 14nm process at its factory in Austin, Texas. Now, Intel plans to upgrade the design to Samsung’s 8nm process.

The production of this 8nm chip is expected to happen at Samsung’s Hwaseong factory in South Korea. Moving production there could help Samsung better use its domestic facilities. It also shows that Samsung’s Korean plants are playing a bigger role in its foundry business.

Samsung’s 8nm process is already being used by other big companies. The company is making a custom chip designed by Nvidia for Nintendo’s upcoming Switch 2 console. There are also talks that Nvidia may order more affordable graphics chips made with 8nm technology.

In addition, Samsung recently signed a deal with Hyundai Motor Company to produce 8nm chips for cars. At the moment, Samsung can currently produce about 30,000 to 40,000 wafers per month using its 8nm process. This makes up around 9% of its total chip production capacity. Stay tuned for more information

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Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold sparks frenzy as it runs out of stock instantly in the second sale. The company started the phone’s second sale today, and the story remained the same as the initial sale in South Korea.

Moments after opening the second sale, the Galaxy Z TriFold ran out of stock on the Samsung website. The company has put a notice on the website, thanking buyers for their response and signing up for the restock alert.

Notably, Samsung put TriFold on sale on December 17 at 10 AM in South Korea. The entire stock was sold out within just two minutes. Shoppers were fully prepared to place their order as soon as the window opened.

Galaxy Z TriFold turns out to be a massive success in South Korea. First, the Galaxy Z Fold Special Edition impressed with its sales, followed by the Z Fold 7. Now, the company’s new form factor is continuing the legacy.

A notice was posted on the website stating, “Thank you for your support. Our prepared inventory has sold out. If you sign up for a restock notification, we will alert you when more units become available.”

Samsung has also sent out limited units at key retail stores. However, buyers who returned empty-handed on the day of the first sale will be prioritized. You can visit your nearest Samsung store to check if they have TriFold stock left.

The company will now restock the TriFold early next month. A specific date or timeline hasn’t been revealed, but January seems a sweet spot. It will keep the device in headlines and encourage buyers to make a new year purchase.

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Samsung has almost turned its biggest competitor, Apple, into a client for camera tech supply. A new report sheds light on the achievement of Samsung Electro-Mechanics, which is about to seal a deal, probably with Apple.

ETNews exposed a potential Samsung camera deal with Apple without naming the firm. The Korean tech giant is believed to be securing a mega-scale client, which is a global Big Tech company, pointing to Apple.

The client is a leading Big Tech company in the global IT market with annual shipments reaching hundreds of millions of units. In addition to phones, the company operates businesses in laptops, tablets, wearables, and services.

It’s going to be a bigger deal outside the scope of Samsung Electronics. The company is developing “Fine Pitch (FP) Coils” for actuators. The solutions are usually utilized for autofocusing and optical image stabilization (OIS).

Samsung is still negotiating the volume and pricing with its client. Talks about the supply chain are progressing positively, and the deal will end up being finalized.

In the past, Samsung Electro-Mechanics supplied Multi-Layer Ceramic Capacitors (MLCCs) and semiconductor substrates. However, the collaboration hasn’t grown much as the firm directly competes with Samsung Mobile.

It’s going to be the first time that Samsung Electro-Mechanics will supply camera-related components to the client. To this end, Samsung is partnering with Stemco to facilitate the supply of the camera hardware.

FP Coil features fine-pitch tech to enable significant miniaturization. Samsung will gain tremendous revenue from this supply, which will ultimately expand supplies to actuators, lenses, and full camera modules.

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Samsung has started internal One UI 8.5 testing on the Galaxy S25 FE. The company has recently started a public Beta Program for the mainstream models, and plenty of Galaxy devices have already joined internal testing.

One UI 8.5 testing begins early on Galaxy S25 FE, signaling that Samsung has improved its software development mechanism. The new Fan Edition phone joins the growing list of devices that have started internal testing.

The latest internal test build is S731BXXU3BYLD, which bumps the software alphabet A to the fourth last place. The device launched with One UI 8.0 preinstalled, and the One UI 8.5 update won’t be the first OS upgrade.

Is it a sign of Beta Program?

Samsung is unlikely to invite Galaxy S25 FE for One UI 8.5 Beta testing. The device belongs to Fan Edition portfolio, which usually receives Stable updates. A surprise may come later, but don’t expect a Beta Program anytime soon.

On December 8, Samsung launched the One UI 8.5 Beta Program and provided the first Beta update to the Galaxy S25 series. The company plans to release the official version with the upcoming Galaxy S series in 2026.

As of now, Samsung hasn’t dropped hints to expand the Beta Program. Galaxy S25 series is the only eligible lineup, for now, but we may witness an expansion in the near future. It’s also possible that Samsung will push a stable version.

One UI 8.5 is an excellent update for Samsung phones. It brings the best of Android 16, i.e., Expressive design, and takes inspiration from Apple’s iOS 26.

Samsung has refreshed the user interface with dynamic tweaks, redesigned apps, tweaked various UI components and elements, boosted customization capabilities, simplified accessibility and added an array of new features.

Great News

Galaxy S25 FE: The first One UI 8.5 internal test build spotted on the server today.

Build Version: S731BXXU3BYLD/S731BOXM3BYLD/S731BXXU3BYLD pic.twitter.com/DYnTrQCKO3

— Tarun Vats (@tarunvats33) December 17, 2025

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We are in the middle of December 2025, and Samsung is rolling out a year-end update to many Galaxy phones and tablets. Most of the devices are getting December 2025 patches, while some have to settle for an older release.

Galaxy phones

Galaxy A05 and A24 are receiving the latest December security update, as spotted by MohammedKhatri. Samsung also has a new December 2025 software update for the Galaxy Buddy3 (A15) and Galaxy Jump3 (M44).

• Galaxy A15 (Buddy3): CYL1
• Galaxy A05: DYL2
• Galaxy A24: EYL2
• Galaxy M44 (Jump3): EYL1

Galaxy tablets

Samsung’s premium Galaxy Tab S8 series tablets and Fan Edition Galaxy Tab S10 FE lineup are also in for the December 2025 patches. The initial rollout has started, and expansion will take some time for global users.

• Galaxy Tab S8, S8+ and S8 Ultra: EYK1
• Galaxy Tab S10 FE and S10 FE+: BYL2

December 2025 patch

Earlier this month, Samsung revealed 68 improvements included in its December SMR. Galaxy devices (phones, foldables, and tablets) are eligible for the latest update.

It’s a crucial update that the company is providing to plenty of Galaxy devices. You can look forward to a better user experience after installing the December 2025 update on your device.

Apart from security patches, the firmware also clears system cache and unnecessary app data. As the storage cleans up, users see improvement in overall functionality and reliability.

Additionally, Samsung is working on the One UI 8.5 update. It will arrive for Galaxy devices in the second quarter of next year. The internal testing has already started for several devices, and the scope will widen sequentially.

Update your Galaxy’s software through Settings > Software update > Download and install.

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Smartphone shipments may decline in 2026, yet the Samsung Galaxy S26 series is expected to escape the dip.

In a recent development, analysts at Counterpoint Research have revised their shipment estimates for the 2026 smartphone market. It’s reported that the bill of materials costs would see a steep hike of up to 30 percent.

Apple and Samsung are best positioned to weather the next few quarters. Other vendors, mainly Chinese phone makers, will find it difficult to escape as they don’t have as much wiggle room to manage market share versus profit margins.

Prices of memory could continue to rise, and a 40 percent increase is expected through Q2 2026. This factor alone has the potential to negatively impact the BoM costs between 8% and over 15% above current elevated levels.

It’s going to hit the worldwide smartphone market in terms of shipments, phone makers with increased BoM costs, and even consumers who may need to spend more on their next purchase in 2026 and the years ahead.

Specifically, the BoM hike would hurt mid-range and budget phones way more than premium ones. Samsung is likely to avoid the worst for its Galaxy S26 series, which is slated to launch by the end of February next year.

“What we are seeing now is the low end of the market (below $200) being impacted most severely, with BoM (bill of materials) costs increasing by 20%-30% since the beginning of the year,” said Research Director MS Hwang. “The market’s mid- and high-end segments have seen 10%-15% price increases.”

Counterpoint Research has also revised the average selling prices (ASPs) to increase by 6.9 percent in 2026. Researchers earlier predicted 3.9 percent in their previous ASP forecast released in September 2025.

“In the lower price bands, steep price increases on smartphones are not sustainable,” said Senior Analyst Yang Wang. “And if cost pass-through isn’t possible, OEMs will start pruning parts of their portfolios – that’s actually what we are starting to see with significantly reduced volumes of low-end SKUs.”

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Samsung is set to arm Camera Assistant with new and lost features in One UI 8.5. On the 8th, the company released the first One UI 8.5 Beta for the Galaxy S25 series, and users noticed two key camera features were missing.

The features were slated to be reinstated in the following Beta builds, but the camera moderator disclosed what’s actually coming next.

Next-gen Camera Assistant is coming

Samsung just confirmed an upgraded Camera Assistant is coming. Galaxy users on One UI 8.5 Beta will likely be able to get it on Beta 2. It won’t just bring back lost camera features but also debut a new way to capture.

Single Take and Dual Recording

Camera Assistant may bring one or two toggles to enable and disable Single Take and Dual Recording features. It will be supported on One UI 8.5 Beta 2 firmware, which is expected to be available around December 22.

• Here’s why you should wait for the One UI 8.5 Beta 2

Single Take and Dual Recording aren’t available in the One UI 8.5 firmware for Galaxy devices. The two features have a specific user base given their functionalities. Samsung confirmed it’s bringing both back with the second Beta.

New “Custom option for professional shooting”

Samsung moderator also teased a new “Custom option for professional shooting.” The Camera Assistant app will carry this feature as a new addition.

The camera moderator hasn’t provided detailed info about this new function. We assume it would be a new menu within the app to activate and turn off certain camera tools, like Single Take and Dual Recording.

Apart from the two, the new menu may also bring some new tools to elevate the Galaxy camera. The final testing is underway, and Samsung advised users to wait a “little while longer.”

Samsung Community Korea

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Samsung will release Micro RGB TVs in 6 sizes in 2026. The new TV lineup will take center stage at its keynote at CES next month. The company will share more details and information about availability at the exhibition.

On December 16, Samsung unveiled its Micro RGB TVs in six variants for 2026. The cutting-edge technology will be available in six sizes, ranging from 55 to 115 inches. The expansion sets a new standard for premium home viewing.

1. 55-inch
2. 65-inch
3. 75-inch
4. 85-inch
5. 100-inch
6. 115-inch

2026 RGB TVs feature advanced display architecture, reflecting engineering precision and elite picture performance. It delivers vivid color and clarity that make movies, sports, and TV shows feel more expressive and engaging.

Hun Lee, Executive Vice President of the Visual Display (VD) Business at Samsung Electronics, said:

“By expanding the lineup for 2026, we’re establishing a new premium category with sizes that span the full range of modern living spaces while maintaining our highest picture standards.”

Samsung’s 2026 portfolio features advanced technology and new enhancements. These upgrades enhance picture performance across color, clarity, and style. Key features include:

• Sub-100μm red, green, and blue LEDs for ultra-precise light control and color accuracy.
• 4K AI Upscaling Pro and AI Motion Enhancer Pro for brightness, motion and clarity.
• Micro RGB AI Engine Pro with next-gen AI chip for precise frame-by-frame clarity and realism.
• Micro RGB Color Booster Pro and Micro RGB HDR Pro to provide a vivid color experience.
• Micro RGB Precision Color 100 for revolutionary color expression.
• Glare Free technology to reduce light reflection on panel.
• Dolby Atmos for multidimensional sound.
• Adaptive Sound Pro for optimized clarity.
• Q-Symphony to deliver a deeper soundstage.
• Eclipsa Audio – A new spatial sound system engineered for immersive 3D audio.

Upgraded Vision AI Companion

Samsung’s next-gen Vision AI Companion is also featured in the 2026 RGB models. It brings LLM-powered intelligence with natural conversation via Bixby.

It enables conversational search, interactive Q&A, proactive recommendations, and access to AI features and apps such as Live Translate, Generative Wallpaper, and Perplexity.

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The difference between Galaxy S26 and S26 Plus could widen further in 2026 as Samsung is reportedly testing a new camera path for the latter model.

New findings (via ErencanYılmaz) suggest that Samsung is still testing a new camera setup for the Galaxy S26 Plus. The company may have been considering a different camera module for the Plus model, while keeping the base intact.

Samsung has been testing the Galaxy S26 series for a couple of months now. The company probably has two camera configurations on the table. It’s said that the third setup with sensor recycle hasn’t been added for the Galaxy S26 Plus.

Earlier, Korea’s TheElec reported that Samsung has canceled camera upgrades for the Galaxy S26 to keep the price unchanged. The fact remains true that the report didn’t mention the “Plus” model in the entire news post.

• Related article – Samsung Galaxy S26’s final camera spec chart leaks

Galaxy S26 may use the same camera as the S25, but the S26 Plus may improve at least two sensors. Samsung is expected to bring S5KGNG and S5K3LD cameras to the Plus version next year, improving the imaging capabilities.

New Cameras:

• Main – 50MP ISOCELL S5KGNG (replacing 50MP ISOCELL S5KGN3)
• Telephoto – 12MP ISOCELL S5K3LD (replacing 10MP ISOCELL S5K3K1)

Even though Samsung upgrades the S26 Plus camera, the Ultrawide and Front sensors may remain the same as the S25 and S25 Plus. The new 12MP Telephoto may not be fully utilized, but trimmed down to 10MP resolution.

For years, Samsung used to keep minimal hardware differences between its Galaxy S Standard and Plus models. We’ve seen the main distinction in screen size, battery, and charging, but it’s probably widening with the camera module in 2026.

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Android is reportedly working on providing more controls over Wi-Fi sharing on devices with numerous user profiles. The new update will let you choose which Wi-Fi networks you share with others to make it easier to keep particular networks private.

At the moment, when you switch between profiles on an Android device, Wi-Fi networks are automatically shared with everyone. Like, if one user connects to Wi-Fi, all other users on the device can access it without entering their passwords again. But it can cause privacy issues if you want some networks to be secure.

For that, Android is introducing (spotted via Mishaal Rahman) a new Wi-Fi setting called the “Share network” toggle. This will allow you to decide if other profiles on the device can automatically connect to the Wi-Fi network. If you turn this setting off, other users won’t be able to use the network unless they enter the password themselves.

Image via Android Authority

There’s also another setting, “Allow users to edit network”, that allows you to manage whether other users can update Wi-Fi settings. However, this feature is currently under development and might not be available just yet.

This new functionality is now in the Canary channel and is likely to be included in the next Android version, probably Android 16 QPR3 beta. It might expand to more devices once available. Stay tuned for more information.

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If you’re looking for a new Samsung flagship phone to buy, now’s the perfect time. Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra is on sale for a limited time on Amazon, and it comes with a big discount.

The original price of the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra is $1299.99, but right now you can get it for just $1024.99. It is almost 21% off, that’s a $275 savings. Notably, this deal is only available for two beautiful colors – Titanium Silverblue and Titanium Whitesilver. And it is live for the 256GB storage variant

The Galaxy S25 Ultra is the latest and powerful Samsung phone, offering a lot of great features. It offers an amazing camera with AI Night mode, which helps you take great photos even when it’s dark. The phone is powered by the Snapdragon 8 Elite Processor.

Source – Samsung Mobile Press

Moreover, the phone comes with a 5000mAh battery for all-day long power to your phone without worrying about charging it. It features a built-in S Pen, which makes it easier to take notes, draw, or edit on the go.

This is a great phone and is now available at an amazing price. So, hurry up as this deal is only live for a limited time. Click here to visit the deal link.

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Samsung Display is reportedly collaborating with Ferrari, a renowned Italian car manufacturer, to integrate OLED screens into its upcoming vehicles. This partnership aims to make Ferrari’s car interiors more modern and high-tech. The new OLED screens will allow Ferrari to design a sleeker, more beautiful cabin.

After testing several display alternatives, Ferrari decided on Samsung OLED. The main advantages of OLEDs are that they take up less space, are lighter, and can be shaped into bespoke shapes. This offers Ferrari more freedom to customize the dashboard and display without losing performance or elegance.

With OLED, Ferrari can now design displays in unique shapes, not just the usual rectangular ones. This means the screen can fit perfectly with the car’s design to make the interior look even more balanced and user-friendly.

With this collaboration, Ferrari is all set to deliver a more high-tech and stylish driving experience with its next-generation cars.

Zin-U Pak, head of Samsung Display’s Europe business team, said (via Chosun):

“When thinking of the world’s most iconic high-performance sports car, the brand that comes to mind first is undoubtedly Ferrari. Ferrari has defined what excellence in motorsports is. Both Ferrari’s cars and its brand embody passion, relentless innovation, and the will to be the best, which deeply aligns with the values Samsung Display pursues.”

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Samsung is reportedly planning to bring back an old camera feature that many people have forgotten. New information suggests that the company is testing a variable aperture camera for a future Galaxy phone. This is the same feature that appeared on the Samsung Galaxy S9 and S9+ back in 2018.

A reliable tipter, Digital Chat Station, shared this camera information on the Chinese platform Weibo. The post claims Samsung is experimenting with variable aperture designs for better and more natural results.

The reason Samsung is looking into this feature again may be because Apple is expected to introduce a similar camera upgrade on its iPhone Pro models in 2026. To stay competitive, Samsung could be preparing its own version ahead of time.

The aperture is the opening within a camera lens that allows light to reach the sensor. A wide aperture lets in more light, allowing for brighter photographs and a hazy background look. A narrow aperture allows less light in while keeping more of the image in focus.

Most smartphone cameras today have a fixed aperture and rely on software to adjust photos. A variable aperture, however, changes physically to give natural results without heavy image processing.

Samsung already used this variable aperture camera on the Galaxy S9 and S9+. Those phones could switch between f/1.5 and f/2.4 aperture settings. The wide option was helpful for night photos, while the narrow one worked better in bright light. Users didn’t need complex settings to benefit from it.

Currently, there’s no confirmation about bringing back variable aperture cameras. So, we have to wait for Samsung’s official confirmation.

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Samsung’s One UI 8.5 Beta Program is currently live for the Galaxy S25 series in limited countries. Along with several new features, the One UI 8.5 update improves system apps to add new features and enhancements. Samsung Collection app is getting significant upgrades with One UI 8.5.

The Samsung Collection is a special feature on Galaxy phones that lets users save and organize text, images, websites, and other content. Currently, the app is only available in select regions, including China.

One UI 8.5 update reportedly brings several useful changes to Samsung Collection. A new floating bar appears at the bottom of the app to make navigation faster and easier. The Sets grid now looks similar to Gallery albums and Samsung Internet tabs for a cleaner and more modern design. Users can now save multiple clips in one set and rename sets as they like.

Moreover, links are shown in a card-style view with a website thumbnail. By tapping on a link, it opens directly in the browser. It means you don’t need to follow several steps.

Galaxy AI also works better in this update. When saving content, the app can automatically create tags and summaries. These tags appear below the clips and in the Search section to make it simpler to find content later. Even the Search section has also been improved with new categories and a revamped UI.

Users can now listen to saved text with play, pause, forward, and backward controls, as a text-to-speech feature has been added. This is an amazing feature for reviewing long notes.

Although Samsung has not announced plans to release Collection globally, this update makes the app more useful and easier to use. One UI 9, based on Android 17, is expected to bring these new features to more Galaxy devices.

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Google is working on some updates for its Gemini app that will make it easier to use and more organized. Gemini is a tool that helps you create images, documents, and other content. Right now, everything you make is saved in one place, My Stuff. Soon, this section may be split into separate categories for media, documents, and purchases.

At the moment, all your creations are shown together in a single list, which can feel a little crowded. The new design will separate your photos and videos from your documents.

There may also be a new section – Purchases, to keep track of items you’ve bought using Gemini’s shopping feature. This change should make it much easier to find anything you’ve made or bought.

Image via Android Authority

Gemini is also getting a new look for the input box where you type your prompts. Right now, the box appears as a card at the bottom of the screen. In the updated version, the box will be detached and give the app a cleaner look.

There’s also an improvement for new haptic feedback. When you send a prompt, you’ll feel a small vibration, and you’ll get another one when Gemini finishes processing your request. For now, this feature is only in the main app and may not be available in the overlay.

These new changes show that Google wants Gemini to be more organized and easier to use. These updates are still in development and will soon improve the overall Gemini experience. Stay tuned.

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Samsung is expanding the December 2025 security update for Galaxy S24, Galaxy S24 Plus, and Galaxy S24 Ultra smartphones in Europe and Indonesia. The update is already out for users in South Korea.

This update improves the phone’s security and stability. Samsung has fixed 68 security issues, including both Android and Samsung-specific problems. These fixes help protect user data and make the device safer to use. It improves the system performance to make the phone run more smoothly.

The installation package size of this update is around 350MB. Users of the Galaxy S24 series can verify the December 2025 security update via the One UI build versions given below.

• S921BXXSBCYK8 – Galaxy S24
• S926BXXSBCYK8 – Galaxy S24 Plus
• S928BXXSBCYK8 – Galaxy S24 Ultra

Image: Galaxy S24, S24 Plus and S24 Ultra | Source: Samsung

This December security update is based on Android 16 with One UI 8. The Galaxy S24 series is also eligible for the One UI 8.5 update.

Earlier this month, Samsung released the One UI 8.5 beta for the Galaxy S25 series in a few countries. The company may expand this beta program to more Galaxy devices later, including the Galaxy S24 series.

If you own a Galaxy S24 phone, you can check for the security update easily. For that, open Settings, go to Software update, and tap Download and install. Installing the latest update will help keep your device secure and ready for future software upgrades. Stay tuned.

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Google is making changes to the Remix feature in its Messages app after many users complained about it. The Remix feature lets users edit photos directly in chats, but its large button over images caused frustration. Several users reported that the button was too big, blocked photos, and could not be turned off.

In a recent beta update of the Google Messages app, Google seems to be listening to the feedback. A teardown of the update via AssembleDebug shows that the Remix button has been moved to less annoying spots in the app.

The Remix button now appears in menus that make more sense depending on where you are in the app, instead of showing up directly on images. In the attachment screen, the Remix button has been moved to the left of the caption field.

Moreover, the Remix button has been pushed down to the bottom-left corner of the screen in the full view of photos. These changes make the Remix button less noticeable. But still, there is no way to turn it off.

Currently, it’s unclear whether these changes will be rolled out to everyone. However, these changes show Google is paying attention to complaints and trying to make the feature more useful and less annoying.

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Adobe Lightroom for Samsung is getting new features and HDR editing for the Galaxy S25 and Galaxy S24 series. Adobe has updated its Lightroom Mobile app to version 11.1.0, which brings a significant boost to Galaxy users.

The main addition is support for HDR editing on the Samsung Galaxy S24 and Galaxy S25 models. The app previously limited full HDR workflows to certain other Android phones.

HDR editing

Now, owners of the S24 and S25 can make adjustments while seeing the full range of brightness and detail on their screens. Before this update, users could not fully edit HDR photos in Lightroom, even though the hardware supported it.

Owners of the Galaxy S24 series, who have waited for this HDR capability since the phone’s launch in early 2024, will find it particularly useful. The Galaxy S25 series, released in early 2025, gets the feature right away.

Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra (left) and S25 Ultra (right)

More enhancements

Users can now create customized albums directly in the app and share them through a unique link or QR code. The best part: you don’t need to subscribe to the premium tier to gain access to this useful sharing functionality.

Additionally, the latest Adobe Lightroom app update includes support for additional cameras and lenses. This improves compatibility with newer devices and ensures better raw file handling and lens corrections.

These changes make Lightroom a stronger tool for mobile photographers using Samsung’s flagship devices. The combination of powerful phone cameras and professional-grade editing options continues to improve.

The update is available now on the Google Play Store and Galaxy Store for compatible Samsung phones.

Changelog:

• Now, you can go seamlessly from editing to sharing customized photo albums of your favorite moments via a unique link or QR code, no subscription required.
• Edit in HDR on Samsung Galaxy S24 and S25.
• New camera & lens support.
• Bug fixes and stability improvements.

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Samsung is stepping up its efforts to streamline the operations of its Taylor foundry. The company has reportedly finalized the firm, which will ensure the logistics for precursors supplied to the Texas chip plant in the US.

TheElec reports that Samsung tapped Lake Materials to handle the logistics of raw materials for its Taylor foundry. While the facility is set up in the US, the company is prioritizing Korea-based firms in the supply chain.

Samsung has internally decided to authorize Lake Materials with the logistics and transportation of precursors to be used at the Taylor plant. The company has also reportedly notified relevant partners of this directive.

Lake Materials is expected to benefit if it gets officially finalized by Samsung.

An industry insider said, “Samsung has informed us to route the precursors for the Taylor fab process through Lake,” adding, “Major semiconductor precursor suppliers such as DNF and Hansol Chemical are also aware of this.”

Samsung is ramping up its efforts to turn the Taylor fab operational. The company has recently secured massive orders from Tesla, Apple, and Nvidia. Tesla’s AI chips will be manufactured at the Texas semiconductor fab.

To this end, Samsung will start establishing equipment in the factory early next year. Late Materials will have to set up logistics hubs in both South Korea and the US to align with the plant’s operational schedule.

• South Korea – Collection and shipment of the materials from the precursor manufacturers.
• US – Handling local warehouse operations and delivery management.

A Lake Materials official stated, “We are expanding the scope of our cooperation with Samsung in the US, but it is difficult to confirm specific details.”

Samsung Taylor Texas | Image: Samsung

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It’s been over a week since Samsung launched the One UI 8.5 Beta Program and released the first firmware update. Galaxy S25 series is the only eligible candidate for the early access ahead of the Stable release in early next year.

One UI 8.5 Beta 1 is a pretty impressive update for Samsung users, while the upcoming Beta 2 is worth the wait. Seasoned Samsung users are aware of the fact, they prefer system stability over gaining early access to new software.

One UI 8.5 Beta 2 – Here’s why you should also wait for it

The upcoming One UI 8.5 Beta will bring real improvements based on feedback provided by Beta participants. The first Beta was prepared based on the assessment and testing by Samsung developers, not general users.

Numerous Galaxy S25 users are exploring new features and facing bugs/issues while using. They submit their feedback and feature requests on the Members app. Samsung developers analyze the inputs and prepare the second update.

If you neither handle bugs nor wait much for One UI 8.5, wait for the release of Beta 2. It will be a significantly better build than the initial drop. Be prepared as the slots will be limited and fill very fast moments after opening.

When to expect

It’s been a week, but the Beta 2 update will take some more time to arrive. It’s expected to be released on December 22 for the existing participants. Countries, including India and Poland, would directly receive Beta 2.

One UI 8.5 Beta is currently limited to Germany, Korea, the UK, and the US. India and Poland will join the countries once Samsung drops the Beta 2 update. It’s nothing new but a strategic move that has been carried out for years.

• Good Lock on One UI 8.5 – Here’s the real-time compatibility overview

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Samsung has almost solved a major problem with mobile RAM. The company and its SAIT arm have reportedly explored a technology to implement DRAM (mobile RAM) processes smaller than 10nm.

According to TheElec, Samsung and Samsung Advanced Institute of Technology have developed a technology, which will help its semiconductor division to advance the mobile RAM production process.

At the International Electron Devices Meeting in San Francisco, Samsung showcased “High Thermal Stability Amorphous Oxide Semiconductor Transistor for Sub-10nm Cell-on-Peri (CoP) Vertical Channel DRAM Transistors.”

The new Samsung DRAM tech features the Cell-on-Peri (CoP) method. It includes stacking the memory cells on top of the peripheral circuits (Peri).

Conventional solutions, which bring Peri transistors beneath memory cells, were prone to damage and performance degradation due to the high heat generated during the cell stacking process.

Samsung stated, “We demonstrated for the first time an amorphous InGaO-based high thermal stability Vertical Channel Transistor (VCT) with a 100nm channel length that can withstand up to 550 degrees,” and added that “this transistor enables integration into a monolithic CoP DRAM architecture.”

As demonstrated, the Korean tech giant has overcome this problem by using InGaO (amorphous Indium Gallium Oxide). Meanwhile, industry watchers believe that implementation will tech time as the tech is still under development.

An industry official commented, “This technology is still in the research phase, and its actual application in commercial Samsung DRAM is a long way off,” and added that “it will be applied to sub-10nm class 0Alpha or 0Beta DRAM.”

Image: Samsung Newsroom

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Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold is equipped with advanced wireless charging technology supplied by Wits. The device features 15W wireless charging that aligns with the Qi (not Qi2) standard of the Wireless Power Consortium.

According to ETNews, Samsung partner Wits revealed that it has supplied slim wireless charging tech tailored for the Galaxy Z TriFold. The solution brings module thickness and specs optimized for the multi-fold device.

The Galaxy Z TriFold is 12.9 mm when folded, which turns into 3.9 mm when unfolded. The device itself is an engineering marvel, and a recreation of optimized components was also necessary to realize the design dimensions.

Notably, Wits hasn’t joined Samsung for the TriFold component supply. The company has also supplied charging solutions for select Galaxy S and Z series. This time, it has expanded its scope to include the new form factor from Samsung.

A Wits official stated, “The adoption of our component from the initial model of a new form-factor device signifies the recognition of our technology’s completeness and stability.”

Earlier this month, Samsung launched the Galaxy Z TriFold. It’s the slimmest device of the company’s foldable segment. At its thinnest point, it is just 3.9mm, which requires new kinds of solutions to realize the thinness.

Last week, Samsung partner Goodix revealed key components supplied for the TriFold. The device uses an advanced touchscreen and an ultra-narrow side-key capacitive fingerprint sensor, making it an innovation marvel.

Related articles…

• Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold sold out in minutes
• Samsung announces Galaxy Z TriFold second sale

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Samsung is offering free and discounted electricity to its appliance buyers across Europe and the US. The company has expanded its partnership with major global energy companies to achieve excellent electricity bill savings.

The company announced it is continuously expanding energy partnerships to provide diverse electricity bill benefits to users of its appliances. SmartThings is playing a crucial role in offering practical savings to users.

USA – Leap

Samsung and Leap have been operating the Flex Connect program since July 2024 to optimize the power consumption of appliances connected to SmartThings.

Flex Connect leverages the AI Energy Mode of the SmartThings app to automatically optimize the power consumption of connected appliances to reduce electricity bills.

Available in California, New York, and Texas, the Flex Connect program will continue to expand to more US consumers in the future.

UK – British Gas

Samsung collaborated with the UK’s British Gas to launch the Samsung Weekend Saver Fix. Users of Samsung appliances avail a 50 percent discount on household electricity bills between 11 AM and 4 PM every Saturday and Sunday.

Eligible appliances include washing machines, dryers, dishwashers, refrigerators/freezers, ovens, microwave ovens, cordless stick vacuums, and robot vacuums.

Italy

Samsung has just partnered with Enel of Italy to offer 180 kWh of free electricity for two years. The company’s internal assessment revealed that 180 kWh of energy is enough for a washing machine to run for two years in the country.

Assuming a Samsung A-grade washing machine (model WW11BB944AGB) consumes an average of 0.539 kWh per wash cycle and is used every other day, 180 kWh is sufficient for approximately 670 days of use.

Netherlands

Samsung and CoolBlue have been offering free electricity for washing machines and dryers between 12 PM and 3 PM. Consumers need to sign up for the Free Washing Program and connect their Samsung products to SmartThings.

Source – Samsung

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Samsung has started the One UI 8 Watch official rollout to Galaxy smartwatches. From Running Coach to Multi-Info Tiles, the Wear OS 6-based One UI 8 Watch update unlocks new health features and an intuitive experience.

One UI 8 Watch expands Galaxy Watch 8’s powerful tools to select older Samsung smartwatches. Key features include Running Coach, Vascular Load, and Antioxidant Index, designed to help users build healthier habits.

The software also expands Now Bar from mobiles to wearables. It makes sure that whatever users are working on is always accessible. Multi-Info Tiles is another major upgrade that presents useful info through a customizable view.

Samsung says it optimized the user interface of One UI 8 Watch to deliver essential information at a glance on a smartwatch-sized screen. Users also get battery life improvements, thanks to tweaks made at the Wear OS level.

• Don’t miss – 4 big features of the One UI 8 Watch update

Regarding the update’s eligibility, Samsung confirmed all its Wear OS smartwatches are supported. Back in July, the company initiated the rollout. The distribution will be complete when the update lands on the Galaxy Watch 4.

Samsung is also running the One UI 8 Watch Beta. Testing has already been completed on the Watch Ultra 2024, Watch 7, and Watch 6 series. The Watch 5 family’s Beta has also ended the Stable rollout is expanding.

One UI 8 Watch is available on these models:

1. Galaxy Watch Ultra (first-generation)

• Dropped first in July 2025.

2. Galaxy Watch 7

• Stable rollout started in October 2025.

3. Galaxy Watch 6 and Watch 6 Classic

• The official version has been rolling out since November 19.

4. Galaxy Watch 5 and Watch 5 Pro

• Stable update being expanded to more users.

5. Galaxy Watch 4 and Watch 4 Classic

• Official version dropped in South Korea on December 15.

Source – Samsung Mobile Press

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Samsung announced the second sale of the Galaxy Z TriFold. On December 12, the company’s first multi-fold device went on sale and sold out in minutes. Samsung has now confirmed when the Z TriFold will be restocked.

According to Chosun, Samsung will open the second sale of its Galaxy Z TriFold on Wednesday, December 17, 2025. The availability will still be limited to South Korea as the device hasn’t been announced for other markets.

Buyers interested in Samsung’s TriFold can make their purchase starting at 10 AM tomorrow. While the primary focus is on online orders, the company may bring the TriFold phone in limited volume to retail stores as well.

The report also reveals details about the first sale in South Korea. All TriFold phone stocks have gone out of stock on the Samsung.com website and at 20 stores nationwide, including the Samsung Gangnam store.

Dozens of people lined up at stores, including the Gangnam and Hongdae, even before sales began. When online sales started on Samsung.com, the product was sold out within five minutes, and a restocking notice was posted.

Galaxy Z TriFold costs between 3.7 million won to 4 million won in South Korea. The US launch is likely early next year at a price tag of between $2,499 and $2,799. The device may also gain a similar sales response stateside.

Samsung is reportedly making minimal profits from its TriFold. The company is also offering a one-time repair discount of 50 percent. It will significantly reduce inner screen repair cost for consumers when the need arises.

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Samsung brings the latest December 2025 update to the Galaxy S22 series. The latest software update rollout has started in India. The OTA carries improvements for 68 CVEs and SVEs across Android and One UI.

Earlier, the December patch arrived for the S25 and S24 series. Users of the Galaxy S23 series are also awaiting the latest firmware. In the meantime, the Galaxy S22 series quietly joined the team with the December 2025 update.

Samsung enhances device protection by installing newer security patches. While the changelog describes nothing else, users can still expect a better overall user experience as it optimizes the system and clears the cache.

Update your Samsung phone’s software through Settings > Software update > Download and install. If your device fetches a new firmware, the downloading will begin; complete installation by hitting “Install now.”

Software build versions:

• S901EXXSCGYL1 – Galaxy S22
• S906EXXSCGYL1 – Galaxy S22 Plus
• S908EXXSCGYL1 – Galaxy S22 Ultra

The Galaxy S22 series is running Android 16-based One UI 8. Samsung will also provide the new One UI 8.5 update early next year. Beta Program has started, but your device will jump straight to the Stable firmware.

Samsung launched the Galaxy S22 series in early 2022. The lineup includes three models: S22, S22 Plus, and S22 Ultra. The flagships come with four years of software update support, which would end after the Galaxy S26 reveal.

The flagship phones have received four major OS upgrades, up to Android 16. Since One UI 8.5 is also based on Android 16, the Galaxy S22 series is eligible for the update, but it will be the farewell transition for the devices.

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Thinking of buying a Samsung phone or any Galaxy device? Then get ready, as Flipkart has confirmed the Samsung Galaxy Days Sale. This sale will offer big savings and attractive deals on popular Samsung products for a limited time.

Samsung Galaxy Days Sale will start from 16th December to 18th December on Flipkart. The sale will last only three days, so the offers will be available for a short time.

Flipkart Galaxy Days Sale Benefits:

With this sale, consumers get several useful offers on Samsung products. It will provide an exchange bonus of up to ₹12,000. You can exchange your old smartphone and get this discount on a new Samsung Galaxy product.

Also, Flipkart is offering Mystery Box deals, so you might get surprise coupon discounts and special offers. These coupons can help you save more money while shopping.

There’s also an exciting offer in the Pair-Up Deals. When you buy a Samsung product, you can get accessories like Galaxy Watch, Galaxy Buds, or phone cases starting at just ₹1.

Moreover, the sale will also bring very low prices on Samsung Galaxy Books and Galaxy Tabs. Along with this, free Flipkart Supercoins will be given to everyone, which can be used later for discounts.

So, the Samsung Galaxy Days Sale on Flipkart is a great chance to save money and buy Samsung products at the best prices. Mark your calendar now, get your wishlist ready, so you don’t miss this amazing sale.

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Samsung is bringing Korea’s rich art history to the US through a special exhibition at the Smithsonian’s National Museum of Asian Art. Korean Treasures: Collected, Cherished, Shared features over 200 works from the late Samsung Chairman Lee Kun-Hee’s famous collection.

The exhibition lets visitors see the deeper Korean culture beyond K-pop, K-dramas, and K-beauty. Open until February 1, 2026, the exhibition shows 1,500 years of Korean creativity, including rare National Treasures.

Visitors can explore Buddhist sculptures, Joseon-era furnishings, royal artifacts, ceramics, rare books, and modern works that mix tradition with contemporary art. These works tell the story of Korea’s artistic journey.

Samsung believes art and technology are closely connected because both come from imagination and curiosity. From The Frame TV and Samsung Art Store to Galaxy foldable phones, the company combines innovation and creativity in daily life.

For nearly 50 years, Samsung has also supported communities in the US. With Korean Treasures, Samsung and the Smithsonian offer a chance to learn, explore, and appreciate Korea’s artistic legacy.

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Chen Yanshun, the chairman of China’s BOE Technology Group, visited South Korea to meet with Samsung Electronics officials in Seoul. The meeting follows a legal dispute between BOE and Samsung Display over OLED technology, which was settled in favor of Samsung.

As per the information via Yonhap, Chen Yanshun met with Yong Seok-woo, head of Samsung’s Display Business, at the company’s headquarters in Suwon. The main topic of discussion of this two-day trip was boosting BOE’s supply of LCD panels to Samsung.

At present, Samsung buys all of its TV display panels from Chinese companies. The talks suggest that the two firms are looking for ways to work together more closely in the future, even after their legal dispute.

Earlier this year, the US International Trade Commission (ITC) issued a preliminary ruling that could have stopped BOE from sending OLED panels to the United States for over 14 years. The settlement has now cleared the way for both companies to move forward without a long legal battle. It had caused tension.

But now Chen’s visit is a positive sign for business relations between BOE and Samsung. Even after the legal dispute, BOE and Samsung are finding ways to collaborate and grow together. By expanding LCD panel supplies, both companies could benefit and help them stay competitive in the global display market.

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Samsung Ads has partnered with Amazon Publisher Cloud (APC) to help advertisers reach audiences and be more relevant. This new partnership lets advertisers join Samsung Smart TV viewing data with Amazon’s shopping, browsing, and streaming insights.

The integration uses Amazon Publisher Cloud, which is built on Amazon Web Services (AWS) clean room technology. This secure system lets advertisers combine data from Samsung TVs with Amazon’s consumer signals safely.

Brands can now plan and run campaigns across Samsung TVs, mobile devices, and Samsung TV Plus. User privacy is fully protected while running campaigns across devices.

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The new integration gives advertisers some essential advantages. These are:

• Privacy-Forward Activation: With Amazon Publisher Cloud, ads can be shown securely without compromising user privacy.
• Closed-Loop Performance Measurement: Advertisers can see how ad exposure links to real-world outcomes and improve campaign performance using Amazon Ads reporting.
• Premium, Brand-Safe Inventory at Scale: Brands can connect with high-intent viewers across Samsung’s TV and mobile devices.

The new solution is now available to all advertisers using Amazon Ads in the US. It provides a simple and effective way for brands to combine TV viewing behavior with shopping signals and deliver more relevant ads.

Eldad Persky, Senior Vice President, Global Product, Engineering and Business Development, Samsung Electronics, said:

“Combining viewing behavior with shopping intent creates meaningful opportunities for advertisers to connect with audiences through connected TV. By securely joining Samsung’s deep understanding of what people watch with Amazon’s signals, we’re enabling advertisers to reach the right audiences at scale more effectively across Samsung’s connected TV platform.”

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Google has pushed a new update for one of its most useful AI tools, NotebookLM. This tool already helps users understand and summarize information from their own documents. Now, Google has started integrating NotebookLM with Gemini to make research and writing even easier.

NotebookLM works like a smart notebook, as you can upload your files, and the AI helps explain, summarize, and organize the information. Earlier this year, reports suggested Google was working on bringing NotebookLM into Gemini. That update is now slowly rolling out.

With this new integration, users can ask Gemini to use a specific NotebookLM notebook when answering questions. This means Gemini can give answers based only on your trusted notes and sources.

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You can even select more than one notebook at the same time. The feature also works inside Gems, allowing users to build custom AI assistants around their notebooks.

At the moment, the NotebookLM integration is available only on Gemini’s web version. It does not yet appear in the Gemini app on Android. The rollout is also happening slowly, so not all Google accounts have access yet.

This update is quite useful for those people who often work with NoteBookLM. Instead of switching between apps, you can simply ask Gemini questions and get answers directly from your own research.

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Samsung is testing One UI 8.5 Alpha and Beta for various phones. On December 8, Samsung officially launched the Public Beta Program for the Galaxy S25 series, ahead of the official update rollout is likely to start in 2Q25.

One UI 8.5 testing isn’t just underway but also expanding its scope to even more Samsung phones. The company has already joined a number of Galaxy devices to the internal testing, regardless of the plans for the Beta rollout.

The testing is still underway, and we will see more changes and tweaks throughout the Program. Samsung may also invite even more devices like the Galaxy Z Fold 7 and Z Flip 7 as well as the S24 series, to test the software.

Devices in Public Beta

The Public Beta testing is currently limited to the Galaxy S25 series. However, the S25 Edge and S25 FE are not eligible for the Beta Program.

• Galaxy S25, S25 Plus and S25 Ultra

Devices in Internet ‘Alpha’

While Public Beta has very limited availability, the internal testing has been expanded to plenty of newer and older Samsung phones.

• Galaxy Z Fold 7 and Z Flip 7
• Galaxy S25 Edge
• Galaxy S25 FE
• Galaxy S24, S24 Plus and S24 Ultra
• Galaxy S24 FE
• Galaxy S23, S23 Plus and S23 Ultra
• Galaxy A17
• Galaxy A36
• Galaxy A56

Apart from this, Samsung is also working on One UI 8.5 firmware for the upcoming Galaxy S26 series, A37, and A57 smartphones.

The list of devices is expected to grow.

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Samsung’s One UI 8.5 is based on Android 16 (One UI 8). It comes with a user interface redesign and applies blur across various aspects. The majority of stock apps have also received dynamic tweaks that make the UI beautiful.

• Read more: Samsung unveils One UI 8.5 Stable update release timeline

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