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Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra With Snapdragon 8 Elite, 200-Megapixel Camera Launched in India: Price, Specifications

Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra was launched on Wednesday as the company’s flagship model in the Galaxy S25 series of smartphones. At its Galaxy Unpacked event on Wednesday, the South Korean firm showed off the handset, which is powered by a custom Snapdragon 8 Elite for Galaxy chip, along with 12GB of RAM and up to 1TB of storage. This year’s model has an upgraded 50-megapixel ultrawide camera, and the smartphone is capable of recording Log video, just like Apple’s iPhone 15 Pro and iPhone 16 Pro models.

Like the other two models in the updated lineup, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra comes with One UI 7, which is based on Android 15. It also offers support for a new Now Brief feature, which offers personalised summaries, and a new Now bar on the lock screen that surfaces important information inside a coloured pill. The company’s apps have also been updated with support for Google’s Gemini AI assistant, allowing users to interact with apps like Samsung Notes while using another app, like YouTube.

Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra Price, Availability

Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra price is set at $1,299 (roughly Rs. 1,12,300) for the base model with 12GB of RAM and 256GB of inbuilt storage. The handset is also available in 12GB+256GB and 12GB+512GB variants that are priced at $1,419 (roughly Rs. 1,22,700) and $1,659 (roughly Rs. 1,43,400), respectively. In India, the price of the Galaxy S25 Ultra starts at Rs. 1,29,999.

The newly unveiled Galaxy S25 Ultra will be sold in Titaniium Black, Titaniium Gray, Titaniium Silverblue, and Titaniium Whitesilver colour options. Customers can also pick up the phones from the company’s website in exclusive Titanium Jadegreen, Titanium Jetblack, and Titanium Pinkgold colourways.

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Preorders for the smartphone start today in the US, and Samsung says the phones will be available starting February 7.

Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra Specifications, Features

The dual-SIM Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra runs on Android 15, with the company’s new One UI 7 interface on top. It also comes with support for Galaxy AI features and is slated to get seven years of Android OS and security updates. The handset is equipped with a custom Snapdragon 8 Elite for Galaxy chip, accompanied by 12GB of RAM and up to 1TB of built-in storage.

Samsung has equipped the Galaxy S25 Ultra with a 6.9-inch (1,400×3,120 pixels) Dynamic AMOLED 2X screen with a 1Hz-120Hz variable refresh rate and up to 2,600nits peak brightness. The display has Corning Gorilla Armor 2 protection. Unlike its predecessor, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra has slightly rounded corners.

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The Galaxy S25 Ultra offers support for Samsung’s S Pen
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The handset has four rear cameras, including a 200-megapixel main camera with 2x in-sensor zoom, optical image stabilisation (OIS) and an f/1.7 aperture and an updated 50-megapixel ultrawide camera with 120-degree field of view and f/1.9 aperture. It also has a 50-megapixel telephoto camera with 5x optical zoom and OIS, and a 10-megapixel telephoto camera with 3x optical zoom and OIS. On the front, the sports a 12-megapixel selfie camera with an f/2.2 aperture.

There’s support for 5G, 4G LTE, Wi-Fi 7, Bluetooth 5.4, NFC, UWB, GPS, and a USB Type-C port. The handset also supports Samsung’s S Pen stylus, and it has an IP68 rating for dust and water resistance.

Like its predecessor, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra packs a 5,000mAh battery that can be charged at 45W (wired, charger sold separately). It also offers Fast Wireless Charging 2.0 (15W) and Wireless PowerShare support. It measures 162.8×77.6×8.2mm and weighs 218g.

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69-Year-Old Man with Paralysis Flies Virtual Drone Using Brain Implant

A paralysed individual, aged 69, has successfully piloted a virtual drone using a brain-computer interface (BCI) that interprets neural signals. This innovative achievement has enabled the participant to navigate a video-game obstacle course by imagining specific finger movements. The breakthrough device, which bridges brain activity and real-time control, demonstrates potential applications for assisting those with mobility challenges to engage in intricate tasks. These developments mark significant progress in the application of BCIs for enhancing motor functions.

Breakthrough Detailed in Nature Medicine

According to a study published in Nature Medicine, the man, who had been paralysed in all four limbs following a spinal cord injury, controlled the virtual drone using neural signals linked to imagined movements of specific finger groups. The research relied on electrodes implanted in the participant’s left motor cortex, which had been placed during a prior operation in 2016. Algorithms were trained to decode the brain’s signals when he visualised moving his right thumb, different finger pairs, or combinations of them.

The researchers reported that the participant initially practised synchronising imagined movements with a virtual hand displayed on a screen, achieving a high degree of accuracy by hitting up to 76 targets per minute. Subsequently, the signals were connected to the drone’s navigation system, allowing him to steer it through a virtual basketball court, manoeuvring rings with precision.

Expert Insights on Potential Applications

Matthew Willsey, a neurosurgeon at the University of Michigan and a co-author of the study, told Nature Medicine that the participant likened the experience to playing a musical instrument, requiring delicate adjustments to maintain control. Willsey noted that the research seeks to enable control of multiple movements simultaneously, potentially assisting activities such as typing or playing musical instruments.

John Downey, a BCI researcher from the University of Chicago, described the work as an important initial step in understanding hand control mechanisms. He highlighted the potential of this technology as a versatile tool for individuals with limited mobility. Researchers aim to enhance the system to decode signals for all ten fingers.

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OPPO Reno13 Series: Strengthening the Reno Legacy with Innovation and Excellence

OPPO entered the Indian smartphone market ten years ago. Since then, the brand has stood out by focusing on innovations that mattered to people. Among its many achievements, the Reno Series stands out as a key pillar of OPPO’s success. Known for bringing flagship grade features to a wider audience, the Reno brand has played a great role in making OPPO the greatest. From SUPERVOOCTM Fast Charging to IP66, IP68, and IP69-rated durability, the Reno Series has consistently pushed boundaries, adding to the brand’s popularity. Now, the Reno13 Series is taking this legacy even further, introducing advanced AI capabilities, great cameras, and an ultra-premium user experience.

OPPO proudly celebrated 10 years in India in 2024. Through all of these years, OPPO has built a reputation for providing cutting-edge technology and top-notch user experiences. Now, the smartphone giant has added AI to a lot of different features to improve performance, personalisation, and everyday usage. The brand’s dedication to new ideas has changed the smartphone market and created a lively community with over 18 million registered users in India. This network of tech and photography enthusiasts has been a driving force behind OPPO’s continued success.

This year’s release of the Reno13 Series is a big step forward in this journey. It’s not just another smartphone. It shows that OPPO is committed to coming up with new ideas for smartphone users who want more.

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What Makes the Reno Series Special?

The Reno Series is more than just a line of smartphones. It’s OPPO’s plan to make high-tech gadgets available for everyone. Reno shows OPPO’s dedication to ‘AI for All’ by introducing new features that not only make your phone better but also make your life better. The Reno Series has set new standards in photography, performance, and user experience within its price segment, with each new lineup.

The Reno is an extension of your life. It allows you to live in the moment, fully engaging with experiences rather than simply capturing them. No matter if you’re taking a picture of a precious smile with unmatched clarity or editing photos with AI, Reno makes sure you never miss the best parts of life.

Take the Reno12 series. Launched in July 2024, it introduced tools like AI Eraser 2.0, AI Studio and AI Recording Summary. These tools let users easily edit photos and videos, removing unwanted objects and summarising content in seconds. These weren’t just cool features; they made the phone genuinely useful in everyday life. As per OPPO, its AI Eraser tool has a daily usage frequency of 15 times globally. The success of the Reno12 series is one reason why OPPO is now one of India’s fastest-growing smartphone brands, according to IDC.

The Reno13 Series builds on this foundation and takes it to the next level. With its flagship-level AI-powered camera system, long-lasting performance, and seamless productivity features, the Reno13 elevates your everyday experiences.     

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A Camera That Captures Life As It Happens

Let’s face it, your phone’s camera is probably one of the most-used features. OPPO knows this, which is why the Reno13 Series focuses so heavily on photography. Giving users tools that help them tell stories is more important than megapixels or great specs.

The Reno13 Series is full of AI tools that make every picture look great. Whether you’re dealing with blur, poor lighting, or unwanted distractions, this device has you covered. AI Motion and AI Unblur ensure moving subjects are always captured clearly, while AI Clarity Enhancer brings out vivid details in every shot.

When editing photos, AI Eraser 2.0 and AI Reflection Remover make it easy to clean them up by getting rid of photobombs and irritating reflections. Portrait lovers will appreciate AI Portrait and AI Clear Face, which deliver stunning results regardless of lighting.

The Reno13 series also has AI Livephoto and AI ReImage. AI Livephoto adds movement to still images, and AI ReImage is great at fixing or magically improving old photos. All of these features work together to make sure that your photos look beautiful.

Night photography, often a weak point for many smartphones, is another area where the Reno13 series excels. Its AI Night Portrait feature brings out  great details and vibrant colours, even in low-light conditions. And for those who love underwater photography, the Reno13 series’s durability features allow you to capture stunning shots even underwater.

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Made for Everyday Life

When it comes to durability, OPPO has gone all out with the Reno13 Series. Let’s start with the materials: the segments first aerospace-grade aluminium frame and one-piece sculpted glass with Corning Gorilla Glass 7i on the front and back don’t just look and feel premium, they’re built to last. Whether it’s accidental drops or unexpected spills, this phone is ready for all. With IP66, IP68, and IP69 certifications, the Reno13 series can handle dust and water like a pro.

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But durability doesn’t mean you will have to sacrifice with style. The Reno13 Series is available in beautiful colours like Luminous Blue, Ivory White, Mist Lavender, and Graphite Grey. These aren’t just colours, they’re statements. Combined with its ultra-slim profile and curved edges, the Reno13 series feels as good in your hand as it looks.

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Another great thing about it is the screen, which you will love. The Reno13 series 120Hz Infinite View Display with four-sided micro-

curves and an impressive 93.8% screen-to-body ratio with almost no bezels makes watching videos and playing games feel more real. OPPO has also added features like low blue light solution certified by BOE SGS and

Seamless Pro’s Eye Protection Certificate ensures comfortable viewing even if you have to look at for long periods of time.

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Performance That Keeps Up With Your Life

A phone should do more than just look good. With its custom MediaTek Dimensity 8350 processor, the Reno13 Series does a good job of this. There’s no problem with the Reno13 series when you’re using a lot of apps at once, streaming your favourite shows, or playing games giving you a smooth lag free user experience.

The Reno13 series’ batteries also last a long time. The Pro model has a 5800mAh battery, while the non-pro model has a 5600mAh battery. Also, OPPO’s Battery Health Engine keeps these batteries healthy so they don’t lose much of their power over time. That’s a big deal for people who are sick of getting a new phone every two or three years.

People who like to play games will really like what the Reno13 series has to offer. The phone’s SignalBoost X1 ensures that it boosts Wi-Fi performance in weak signal areas and AI HyperBoost features make sure that even 8 hours of uninterrupted gaming session run smoothly and without lag.

Tools That Make Daily Life Easier

Phones aren’t just for fun, they can also help you get things done. That’s why OPPO put a lot of features in the Reno13 Series that are meant to make your life easier. Tools like AI Summary and Extract Chart are in the OPPO Documents app and AI productivity tools like Screen Translator, AI Writer, and AI Reply are great for students, professionals, and anyone else who needs to stay organised.

Another thing that makes the Reno13 series stand out is that it can share files. With the new Tap to Share feature, Livephotos can be sent easily between Android and iOS devices. It’s quick, simple, and very helpful.

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Getting Dreams and Affordability Together

One of the best things about the Reno13 Series is how well it mixes high-end functions with ease of use. You don’t have to pay flagship prices for this phone, but it has flagship-level features like a great camera, top-notch speed, and a beautiful design.

With this way, the goal is not only to sell phones, but also to make technology available to everyone. Great features don’t have to be found only on expensive phones, as shown by the Reno13 Series from OPPO.

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A Look Ahead: OPPO in India Has a Bright Future

Since OPPO has been in India for ten years, it’s a good time to look back at what the brand has done. It has always come up with useful new ideas, like AI-powered cameras and batteries that last a long time. More importantly, it has focused on making gadgets that fit into people’s lives.

It feels like that journey has been enhanced with the Reno Series. It’s more than just a phone, it’s a way to keep in touch, take pictures, and get things done and enhance productivity. That’s what OPPO stands for, and it’s also a promise of good things to come.

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The OPPO Reno13 Series is already up for sale across OPPO e-Store, Flipkart, and mainline retail outlets. The Reno13 Pro 5G will be available in two variants: INR 49,999 for the 12GB+256GB and INR 54,999 for the 12GB+512GB variant and the Reno13 5G will be priced at INR 37,999 for the 8GB + 128GB and INR 39,999 for the 8GB + 256GB variant.

Let’s see ten more years of new ideas led by a brand that knows how to put fans first.

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WhatsApp Will Soon Let Users Share WhatsApp Status Automatically on Facebook and Instagram

WhatsApp will soon benefit from an optional integration with Meta Accounts Centre with the aim of delivering a more connected experience, the company announced on Tuesday. This move will enable users to share their WhatsApp statuses automatically on other Meta Platforms’ apps such as Facebook and Instagram. It is also claimed to make it easier and quicker to log in to multiple Meta apps with a single sign-on. Additionally, the company says it will introduce more universal features across its social media apps and inform users about the changes upon rollout.

WhatsApp’s Account Centre Integration

Meta Platforms detailed the addition of WhatsApp to its Accounts Centre over the next few months in a newsroom post. As per the company, the move is completely optional, and users can still choose to not add their WhatsApp accounts to the Accounts Centre. However, doing so is said to enable access to features more seamlessly across apps. They can reshare updates from their WhatsApp Status to Facebook or Instagram Stories directly. This negates the need to post multiple times across different apps.

The option will be introduced globally, but its complete rollout may take place in a phased manner. When available, users will see the option in WhatsApp settings or it will appear when trying to take action across accounts, such as re-sharing status to other Meta Platforms’ apps.

Further, the Accounts Centre integration brings single sign-on for all three apps, allowing users to log back into them with fewer steps. The company says it will also roll out new features such as the ability to manage your avatars, Meta AI stickers and Imagine Me creations in one place across apps.

However, Meta Platforms emphasises that privacy is still its priority and even when WhatsApp accounts are connected to the Meta Platforms’ Accounts Centre, personal messages and calls are still protected by end-to-end encryption and not even the company itself can read them.

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RGB backlighting explained: why the next-gen TV tech is a big deal

RGB backlit TVs are coming, and you’re going to hear a lot about them in the next few years. They’re the next big development in LCD TVs, and they take the technology used in the best mini-LED TVs to a new level. The crucial development of RGB backlit TVs is that the backlight behind the pixels can now show a wide range of colors, instead of a single color, which means you’ll see a wider color gamut when watching, and it should produce better brightness – or the same brightness with less energy use. RGB backlit TVs have been unveiled by Samsung, Hisense and TCL, with the first TVs set to arrive in the second half of 2025. I’ve seen these first sets in the flesh, and the technology really looks set to rival the best TVs, so here’s how it works, and what to expect from it. What is RGB backlighting? Hisense’s depiction of how an RGB backlight translates into the image you see. (Image credit: Future) Let’s start with how current mini-LED backlit TVs work. There’s a grid of tiny LEDs behind the pixels, and these generate the light that will reach your eyes. These LEDs are all blue (another color could be used, but blue is normal), and they pass through a color-filtering layer of pixels, which then convert this blue light to other colors. Filtering color absorbs some energy, however, meaning that this process reduces the brightness of the light significantly as it changes. This is why quantum dots are used in so many TVs – they can filter colors in a very wide gamut, without absorbing too much energy. In RGB backlit TVs, the LEDs behind the pixels aren’t just blue. Each one has red, green and blue elements, which can combine so that the backlight itself is already creating the colors of what’s on-screen even before it reaches the color-filtering pixels. Sign up for breaking news, reviews, opinion, top tech deals, and more. Because the backlight is already projecting the right colors, the color-filtering layer can be less aggressive, which means less light will be absorbed as it passes though. TCL told me that the set it showed off with the technology doesn’t include quantum dots at all. Here’s a video with a depiction of how RGB backlighting looks, and how that translates to the final image. @techradar ♬ original sound – TechRadar What are the benefits of RGB backlighting? The Hisense 116UX at CES 2025. (Image credit: Future) With less aggressive color filtering needed in the pixels, less light is absorbed as it passes through, meaning that you get better efficiency from the backlight. There are two ways that this can benefit us: it can mean higher levels of brightness, making TVs more easily able to overcome reflections in bright rooms; or it can allow us to maintain current levels of brightness, but using less power to do it. The other advantage is the boldness of the colors, and the breadth of colors the TV is able to show. Colors are more vivid, especially in difficult red tones, without becoming overblown or unnatural. A wider color gamut means that when watching HDR video, the TV is able to show even closer to the full color quality of what was captured and mastered in the studio. What TVs are coming? (Image credit: Future) Right now, we know that Samsung, Hisense and TCL have plans in motion to launch RGB backlit TVs. Hisense and Samsung say that they intend to launch sets in the second half of 2025, while TCL says that its TVs will likely arrive in 2026. Hisense appeared to be the furthest along in its launch plans at CES 2025, showing off actual units of what it plans to launch on the show floor. The TV will be called the Hisense 116UX, and we were very impressed by what we saw of it. There’s no pricing or exact release date yet, but there were multiple models on display. We don’t know if it will come in any smaller sizes too, but I’m betting that it won’t – this is a first-gen product for showing off, and Hisense has a history of putting its most elite tech into its largest TV only at first. Take the Hisense 110UXN, for example. TCL showed a set with its RGB backlighting tech, but wasn’t able to share any major further information, other than that it will likely launch next year. It was smaller than 110 inches, though, so may well be worth waiting for. Samsung showed me its own RGB backlit prototype, which is potentially a little different to the others. For a start, the TV I saw was 8K, unlike Hisense’s – although Samsung said that it plans to launch a 4K version in 2025. Samsung it calling its technology ‘RGB Micro LED’, and the LEDs are reportedly much smaller than mini-LEDs (which would enable Samsung to offer amazing brightness and very precise contrast), but I’ve approached Samsung for more information about where this tech sits between mini-LEDs and true micro-LED TVs, and I’ll update if we get more clarity. Samsung’s TV was, notably, 98 inches – but the company says smaller sets may be possible this year. We’ll have to wait and see. @techradar ♬ original sound – TechRadar How much will it cost? I was told by Samsung that it doesn’t expect the cost of its RGB Micro LED backlight to be much higher than its mini-LED tech (which it calls Neo QLED) even early on, which bodes really well for RGB backlights becoming mainstream very quickly, in the same way that mini-LED tech has already filtered down into extremely affordable TVs just a few years after first appearing. However, the first TVs will inevitably be expensive, especially because it seems like they’ll be very large. This is first-gen tech, so the first versions will be aimed at enthusiasts to avoid too much risk of going straight into mass production. So it’s 2026 and 2027 TVs that you need to keep your eye on, and from what I’m hearing, RGB backlighting could be become normal fairly fast – especially with lots of different companies competing over it. Final thoughts RGB backlighting was the break-out TV tech of CES 2025, and though the first sets that use it will be niche and very large, it’s very clearly the next big development in TV tech. The makers of the best OLED TVs are still struggling to bring the price down, and true micro-LED TVs are suffering from a similar problem to OLED in that they have some high fixed costs that don’t have an obvious path to being fixed for years. 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Rare Corinthian Helmet from Ancient Greece to Be Auctioned in London

A rare and exceptionally well-preserved Corinthian helmet, believed to have been used by Greek hoplite warriors, is set to go under the hammer later this month in London. Crafted from bronze and dating back to between 500 and 450 B.C., the helmet showcases the artistry of ancient Greek warfare. Such helmets, designed to cover most of the face while leaving gaps for the eyes and mouth, were widely recognised for their association with the Greek infantry style of combat.

Historical Context and Craftsmanship

According to Apollo Art Auctions, the helmet represents a significant piece of Greek military history, offering insights into the craftsmanship of the era. Ivan Bonchev, the director of the auction house, stated in an email to Live Science that the artefact “possibly links to a Spartan warrior” and provides a rare glimpse into the artistry of ancient Greek armour. The auction house has confirmed that the item is neither stolen nor missing, as verified by the Art Loss Register.

Significance of Corinthian Helmets

Corinthian helmets, named after the city-state of Corinth, were not exclusive to the region. In Arms and Armor of the Greeks by Anthony Snodgrass, it was noted that these helmets were adopted by various city-states, including Sparta and Athens. The helmets were typically decorated with geometric designs or crests made from horse hair. Greek art frequently depicted warriors wearing these helmets tilted back on their heads during moments of rest, a style famously associated with the goddess Athena.

Auction Details

The helmet, expected to fetch between $72,000 and $108,000, highlights the enduring legacy of Greek warfare. Its lack of ear holes suggests it belonged to an early design, prioritising the protection of hoplite warriors during phalanx formations. With its detailed eyeholes and nose guard, the artefact remains an enduring symbol of ancient military ingenuity

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Scientists Uncover ‘Sunken Worlds’ Deep in Earth’s Mantle, Defying Geological Expectations

Recent research has uncovered unusual structures hidden deep within Earth’s mantle that have left scientists puzzled. These anomalies, resembling subducted crustal slabs, have been identified through advanced imaging techniques. Found in places where tectonic activity has not been recorded, their existence challenges current geological understanding. The discoveries have sparked significant interest, as they may hold clues about Earth’s geological history and processes that are not yet fully understood.

Advanced Imaging Reveals New Anomalies

According to the study published in Scientific Reports on November 4, 2024, a new imaging method known as full-waveform inversion has been employed to map these structures. This technique combines seismographic data from multiple earthquakes into a single, comprehensive model. Andreas Fichtner, a seismologist at ETH Zurich, highlighted to space.com, the capabilities of this approach, comparing it to advancements in medical imaging that allow unprecedented insights into hidden areas.

Anomalies Found in Unexpected Locations

The anomalies, identified by researchers using the Piz Daint supercomputer at the Swiss National Supercomputing Center, are located far from any known tectonic activity zones. Thomas Schouten, a doctoral candidate at the ETH Zurich Geological Institute, stated in a release to media outlets that the anomalies are visible throughout Earth’s mantle but their precise nature remains unclear.

Speculations and Future Research

The structures are speculated to be ancient crustal fragments or possibly other dense materials formed billions of years ago. Schouten explained that seismic waves interact with these anomalies in ways similar to subducted slabs, but this alone does not confirm their identity. Further research will involve analysing the material properties responsible for the observed wave speeds.

These findings have introduced new challenges in understanding Earth’s internal structure. As researchers continue to investigate these anomalies, the possibility of uncovering new insights into Earth’s geological evolution remains open.

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Samsung Tri-Fold Production, Launch Timelines Leaked Again; Galaxy Z Fold 7 Said to Be Thinner

Samsung is expected to unveil its Galaxy S25 series of smartphones on January 22 at its first Galaxy Unpacked event of the year. The South Korean tech giant is is expected to unveil its first triple folding handset this year, alongside the book-style and clamshell foldable successors to the Galaxy Z Fold 6 and Galaxy Z Flip 6. Details about the tri-fold model as well as the purported Galaxy Z Fold 7 have surfaced online again, giving us an idea of when the handsets will be launched.

Samsung Foldable Smartphone Production, Launch Timeline (Leaked)

According to an X post by Jukanlosreve (@Jukanlosreve) that cites a video from The Elec (in Korean), Samsung is expected to begin component production for its triple folding smartphone in the second quarter (Q2) of 2025, that is between April and June. The company is expected to launch the rumoured handset in Q3 2025, which means it could arrive before September.

Samsung is tipped to produce 200,000 units of triple-folding smartphones this year. When unfolded, the handset is expected to have a main display measuring between 9.9 and 10 inches. The Elec claimed in its video report that when folded, the tri-fold model will likely measure 15mm in thickness.

Earlier reports suggested that unlike the Huawei Mate XT Ultimate Design, which uses an S-shaped design where the screen folds both in and out, the Samsung tri-fold smartphone is expected to feature a ‘G-type’ triple-folding display. This design is said to offer more protection, where the display is expected to fold into three parts, covering the left and right sides in the middle.

According to the latest leak, Samsung will likely launch four foldable smartphones in 2025, including the purported triple folding model, the Galaxy Z Fold 7, the Galaxy Z Flip 7 and the Galaxy Z Flip FE. The Fan Edition version of the Flip variant is expected to be a lower-cost flip-style foldable. The company is expected to remove the S-Pen digitiser from the Galaxy Z Fold 7, possibly in an attempt to make the handset thinner. This could involve the inclusion of an S Pen that requires charging.

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Samsung says all sizes of the S95F OLED TV will hit 4,000 nits of brightness – even the W-OLED one

At CES 2025, Samsung unveiled its next flagship OLED TV, the Samsung S95F. While the fanciest feature may be the highly impressive OLED Glare Free 2.0 reflection-reduction coating, there were two other elements that Samsung shouted about: a new 83-inch size option (along with the 55-inch, 65-inch and 77-inch sizes already available); and the promise of dazzling brightness at up to 4,000 nits. Given that in our testing of the best OLED TVs, we have yet to measure one that makes it past 2,000 nits of brightness, I had to know more about this, and I spoke to Samsung about exactly what to expect. One reason I wasn’t sure about it was that the new 83-inch model doesn’t use the same Samsung QD-OLED screen technology as the other sizes; instead, it uses a W-OLED panel, made by LG Display. Samsung didn’t confirm this, but given the brightness claims, it must be the latest-generation ‘four-stack’ OLED panel from LG. Samsung says that every size of S95F will have the same level of performance, including the promise of hitting 4,000 nits of peak HDR brightness. However, Samsung specified that this claim is definitely an extreme one – something the panel is capable of doing in real life, but it’s unlikely to happen much. The company told me this can be hit in a 3% HDR window for a few seconds, and will presumably require a particular image mode to achieve. The more useful real-world measurement, and no less impressive in that context, is that Samsung says all models will be able to hit 2,000 nits of peak HDR brightness in a 10% window, and this can be sustained. (Image credit: Future) That is still higher than we’ve measured from any OLED TV to date, and really brings OLED TVs into line with the best mini-LED TVs for peak brightness (at least, the mainstream ones – not the likes of the Hisense 110UX and its claims of up to 10,000 nits). Fullscreen brightness for this year’s OLED TVs seems to be improved as well – there’s talk of the S95F jumping to just under 400 nits, from about 320 nits for the S95D. The LG G5 flagship OLED promises a 40% jump in fullscreen brightness, which would put it at about 350 nits. Sign up for breaking news, reviews, opinion, top tech deals, and more. However, those figures are still much lower than higher-end mini-LED TVs, which can hit 500-600 nits of fullscreen brightness, which is why we rate them as the best TVs for sport, where brightness across the whole screen is important, in order to make everything bright and vibrant at once, and to beat reflections (although that’s what Samsung’s Glare Free coating is supposed to help with). Time to drop the old concerns? In the past, when Samsung has mixed QD-OLED and W-OLED panels at different screen sizes, it’s given us a big headache. Take the Samsung S90C OLED TV, which we rated at the best TV overall for a long time… at least, at most sizes. Just like the Samsung S95F, that set came in 55-inch, 65-inch, 77-inch and 83-inch sizes – and the three smaller sizes were made with a Samsung QD-OLED screen, while the 83-inch size was an LG W-OLED panel. The problem was that, at the time, the mid-range QD-OLED screens were far brighter than LG’s mid-range W-OLED screens, so we basically just had to say that we didn’t recommend the 83-inch size, because we felt that the 83-inch LG C3 was better value given that it used the same panel. So in the past, every time I heard that Samsung was using different panel types at different sizes for one of its OLEDs, I got an instant migraine. We knew the performance of these panels, and we knew they couldn’t be equivalent. But Samsung says that’s not the case in the S95F. I was told very confidently that the promise of 4,000 nits of extreme peak brightness and 2,000 nits of sustained peak brightness will apply to the 83-inch W-OLED size as well as the QD-OLED size. Obviously, we’re aiming to measure and confirm this ourselves – I can only hope we’re about to get our hands on it sooner rather than later, because the S95F is absolutely one of the most exciting TVs of 2025. You might also like

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New Soil Carbon Measurement Method Could Boost Trust in Carbon Credit Markets

Direct soil carbon measurement techniques are being explored as a method to improve accuracy in carbon credit markets, especially in agriculture. Measuring stored soil carbon rather than relying on predictive models can provide solid data on the effectiveness of climate-smart agricultural practices. It is believed that this method will enhance the reliability of carbon credits, offering greater confidence to buyers and better supporting global climate goals. Soil carbon measurement is also being recognised as a tool to boost soil health and agricultural sustainability.

Reliable Verification of Soil Carbon Changes

According to a study published in Environmental Research Letters, using direct soil carbon measurement methods alongside epidemiology-based study designs could address the challenges of verifying carbon storage. By sampling approximately 10 percent of fields across large areas, the research team demonstrated that carbon storage could be accurately measured over extended periods. These findings indicate that scaling up direct measurement techniques may offer a cost-effective alternative to predictive models in carbon credit markets.

Expert Insights on Soil Health and Climate Benefits

Mark Bradford, E.H. Harriman Professor of Soils and Ecosystem Ecology at Yale School of the Environment, noted in the study’s findings that direct measurements could extend beyond carbon markets. When talking to phys.org, he highlighted their potential for validating greenhouse gas accounting and supporting national emission reporting. This approach could also improve soil biodiversity, nutrient retention and resilience to extreme weather, leading to enhanced food security.

Technological Tools Supporting Farmers

To assist farmers, Eric Potash, research scientist at the Agroecosystem Sustainability Center, developed an open-source application enabling users to evaluate the cost-effectiveness of soil carbon projects. This tool helps calculate profitability based on variables like project size and sampling strategies.

As noted by the study’s authors, addressing measurement concerns is key to supporting policies and investments that protect soil health. By ensuring accurate and scalable carbon storage verification, this approach aims to strengthen confidence in the environmental and economic benefits of climate-smart agriculture.

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