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- Mishaal Rahman and I have hands-on the Samsung Galaxy S24 series. Ask us anything!
We have hands-on the S24, S24+, and S24 Ultra. Ask us anything. We've been invited by Samsung to attend Unpacked in San Jose.
- Samsung Unpacked January 2024 megathread
The keynote will begin when this post is 49 minutes old. /u/MishaalRahman and I have been invited to the event in-person in San Jose, California. Stay tuned for an AMA following the keynote where we'll have hands-on with the new devices, and will be able to answer any questions you might have.
Feel free to share links to relevant coverage in the comments, and I'll add them to the megathread.
Mishaal is covering the smaller changes that haven't been announced by Samsung in this Twitter thread.
Press releases
Enter the New Era of Mobile AI with Samsung Galaxy S24 Series
Samsung and Google Cloud Join Forces to Bring Generative AI to Samsung Galaxy S24 Series
[Video] Hands-On With the Galaxy S24 Series, Powered by Galaxy AI
The power of Google AI comes to the new Samsung Galaxy S24 series
Articles
Galaxy S24 Ultra gets titanium, flat display, no 10x telephoto, and higher $1,300 price - 9to5Google
The Galaxy S24 and S24+ bring slight design changes with lots of AI starting at $799 - 9to5Google
Samsung Galaxy S24, S24 Plus, and S24 Ultra: Release date, price, colors, everything else! - Android Authority
Samsung Galaxy S24 and Galaxy S24 Plus hands-on: Small changes, again - Android Police
Samsung Galaxy S24 hands-on: AI coming in clutch - Android Central
AI-focused Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra brings a new 5x camera, Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 - GSMArena
Samsung Galaxy S24+ gets QHD+ display and 12GB of RAM, S24 tags along with 7 years of support - GSMArena
The Galaxy S24 Ultra is smarter, pricier, and just as big as ever - The Verge
Galaxy S24 Ultra: One Day With Samsung's New Phone - CNET
Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra, two days in: Predictable in every sense of the word - Android Police
Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra First Look: Circle to Search, Live Translate, More AI - CNET
My ‘golden hour’ with Galaxy S24 Ultra: How my short experience with it beats iPhone 15 Pro Max - Mashable
Samsung’s S24 and S24 Plus put new AI smarts in a polished package - The Verge
Samsung Galaxy S24 series hands-on: The AI stuff really works - XDA
Videos
Samsung Galaxy S24 Series Hands-On: AI Everything - ben's gadget reviews
Samsung Galaxy S24/Ultra Impressions: More Than Meets The Eye! - MKBHD
Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra - Colours, Design Changes & So Much More! - WhatGear
Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra First Look: Brains over brawn - Joshua Vergara
Galaxy S24 series gets new colorways! Which one is your favorite? - Android Authority
Samsung Galaxy S24 Series Hands-On - Pretty Genius? - Pocketnow
Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra, All The New Samsung Ai Features in One UI 6.1 - TK Bay
Samsung Galaxy S24 - What’s New? - Hardware Canucks
S24 ULTRA VS S23 ULTRA VS S22 ULTRA - IS IT UPGRADE TIME!? - Lover Of Tech
Samsung Galaxy S24 series: smarter phones for an AI era - The Verge
Galaxy S24 Ultra Hands-On: Samsung AI is HERE! - PetaPixel
Galaxy S24 Ultra: What's New? - Parker Burton
Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra vs S24 Plus vs S24 | Which is best for me? - Tech Spurt
Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra | Unboxing & 24 Hour Review - Tech Spurt
Galaxy S24 Ultra vs iPhone 15 Pro Max Camera Video Test: New King? - Danny Winget
Samsung S24 Ultra: Real Day In The Life Review! - NothingButTech
Galaxy S24 Ultra & S24 First Impressions | AI Magic? ✨ - Created By Ella
Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra HANDS-ON First Look - What's New? - TechTablets
Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra Vs iPhone 15 Pro Max Camera Comparison - TechTablets
Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra 8k Video Test Sample Footage - TechTablets
Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra Vs Galaxy S23 Ultra Camera Comparison - TechTablets
Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra Review - The Refined S23 Ultra - TechTablets
Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra Speaker Test! - Booredatwork
Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra Gaming! - Booredatwork
Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra vs iPhone 15 Pro Max Camera Comparison: The Black Test! - Booredatwork
Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra - HANDS-ON! (Watch Before You Buy) - The Tech Chap
Samsung Galaxy S24 FIRST LOOK: AI Everything! - GadgetMatch
Samsung Galaxy S24+ vs S23+ vs S22+ - IS NEW REALLY BETTER!? - Lover Of Tech
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- Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 4 CPU and GPU clocks revealed by new rumourwww.notebookcheck.net Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 4 CPU and GPU clocks revealed by new rumour
A Weibo tipster states the Snapdragon 8 Gen 4 will launch with an Adreno 830 GPU clocked at 935 MHz. The SoC's P-cores will have a peak clock of 4.2 GHz and the other six cores will max out at 2.6 GHz.
> A Weibo tipster states the Snapdragon 8 Gen 4 will launch with an Adreno 830 GPU clocked at 935 MHz. The SoC's P-cores will have a peak clock of 4.2 GHz and the other six cores will max out at 2.6 GHz.
> For starters, the Snapdragon 8 Gen 4 will launch with an Adreno 830 GPU clocked at 935 MHz. This is more or less identical to the Snapdragon 8 Gen 3's Adreno 750 (~950 MHz). However, the Adreno 830 is slated to deliver Apple M2-levels of performance in a smartphone form factor, which is nothing short of impressive.
- Sony Xperia 1 vi presentation slides leaked - MyTechRoundUp
cross-posted from: https://lemdro.id/post/8833957 >Translation > > Tweet 1 > > New information has been discovered about the new smartphone "Xperia 1 Ⅵ " that Sony is expected to announce tomorrow, which appears to be from a document for domestic press. > > ✅ The highly acclaimed speaker module has been further improved. It continues to be installed as a full-stage stereo speaker. > ✅ Image processing inherited from the "BRAVIA 9" > ✅ The FHD+ display, which can be switched between 1 and 120Hz for energy-saving operation, has a 19.5:9 ratio and is the brightest in Xperia history. > ✅ 5000mAh battery > ✅ Vapor chamber adopted > ✅ Game Enhancer still included > ✅ The thin and light body continues to be 8.2mm thick and weighs 192 grams #Sony #Xperia1VI > > ! > > ! > > ! > > Tweet 2 > > New information has been discovered about the new smartphone "Xperia 1 Ⅵ " that Sony is expected to announce tomorrow, which appears to be from a document for domestic press. > > ✅ The world's only telephoto expensive zoom lens is 85-170mm. Image processing changes have been made to improve image quality. > ✅ Telemacro compatibility expands the scope of photography even further > ✅ AI-based posture recognition makes it possible to keep the camera in focus even when the subject is facing away from you > ✅ 399 AF points > ✅ S-Cinetone for mobile, Creative Look, and background blur mode that reproduces the effects of a single-lens lens are still included > ✅ The shutter button is larger than the Ⅴ > ✅ The sensor sizes of the wide-angle, ultra-wide-angle, and telephoto cameras are all the same as 1 Ⅴ > > > ! > > ! > > !
- MediaTek Dimensity 8250 unveiled
I checked the specs against the dimensity 8200 and there appeared to be absolutely no changes. So, basically the same chip as before like the dimensity 920-1080-7050 series SoC.
- Exclusive first look: Here's Chrome OS running on an Android phonewww.androidauthority.com Exclusive first look: Here's Chrome OS running on an Android phone
We got Google’s Chrome OS up and running alongside Android on a Pixel phone, thanks to a special project called "ferrochrome."
- vivo X100 Ultra debuts with 200MP periscope cam and SD 8 Gen 3m.gsmarena.com vivo X100 Ultra debuts with 200MP periscope cam and SD 8 Gen 3
Its 1/1.4" ISOCELL HP9 sensor co-developed with Samsung is the largest telephoto sensor fitted on a smartphone to date. It’s vivo’s turn to announce its...
- Poco F6 and Poco F6 Pro are getting official on May 23m.gsmarena.com Poco F6 and Poco F6 Pro are getting official on May 23
The 2024 flagship killers are coming. The upcoming Poco F6 and Poco F6 Pro now have an official unveiling date: May 23. The event will take place in Dubai...
- Google Messages' text editing feature is live for beta users, and it could come to you soonwww.androidauthority.com Google Messages' text editing feature is live for beta users, and it could come to you soon
Google Messages' sent text editing feature has now begun rolling out to beta users, indicating that stable rollout is around the corner.
cross-posted from: https://lemmy.world/post/15273527
> > Google Messages' sent text editing feature has now begun rolling out to beta users, indicating that stable rollout is around the corner.
- Lenovo and Motorola phones, tablets and other devices banned in Germanywww.gizchina.com Lenovo and Motorola phones, tablets and other devices banned in Germany
Get all the details about the ban on Lenovo and Motorola devices in Germany due to a patent dispute. Stay informed!
- Thunderbird for Android / K-9 Mail: April 2024 Progress Report - The Thunderbird Blogblog.thunderbird.net Thunderbird for Android / K-9 Mail: April 2024 Progress Report - The Thunderbird Blog
In the latest Thunderbird for Android update, we discuss bug fixes, F-Droid, Push permissions, Material 3, Android 14 and a two-app future.
- Google Messages wants to make sure you don't see texts from blocked contacts anywherewww.androidauthority.com Google Messages wants to make sure you don't see texts from blocked contacts anywhere
Google Messages wants to make sure you don't see texts from blocked contacts anywhere with this upcoming feature.
cross-posted from: https://lemmy.world/post/15273525
> > Google Messages wants to make sure you don't see texts from blocked contacts anywhere with this upcoming feature.
- Xiaomi 14: My Camera Lens Fogs Up Too!youtube.com Xiaomi 14: My Camera Lens Fogs Up Too!
TEAM SGG PATREON https://www.patreon.com/SomeGadgetGuy A quick check in on the Xiaomi 14, and while this is an awesome camera system, it turns out I TOO have...
Yup. It happens to mine too. I'm just mad I didn't think of testing it like this first.
- Google's Pixel 6 series appears to miss out on Bluetooth LE Audio supportwww.androidauthority.com Google's Pixel 6 series appears to miss out on Bluetooth LE Audio support
The Google Pixel 6 series doesn't seem to support Bluetooth LE Audio, which means they might miss out on Android 15's audio sharing feature.
- Comparison of privacy and/or security focused Android ROMs versus "Stock" Android
I stumbled across this today and thought it was worth sharing. I have used every one of these ROMs except /e/ and they are all good projects in their own right.
- Google’s Pixel Leaves Little Room to Breathe for Sony Phones - Bloombergwww.bloomberg.com Google’s Pixel Leaves Little Room to Breathe for Sony Phones
After a decade of loyalty to Sony, I surrendered my Xperia smartphone in favor of a Google Pixel last year, and it looks like I’m far from alone. But first...
cross-posted from: https://lemdro.id/post/8675186
- Google Pixel 8a announced9to5google.com Google Pixel 8a hands-on: Refined design defined by $499 [Gallery]
In a somewhat unexpected move, Google is announcing the Pixel 8a today ahead of I/O 2024 with the $499 mid-ranger launching on...
![Google Pixel 8a hands-on: Refined design defined by $499 [Gallery]](https://lemmy.world/pictrs/image/4e9275fe-194e-42c8-97ee-6d688b5eb2f0.jpeg?format=webp&thumbnail=256)
> The Google Pixel 8a starts at $499 for 128 GB and $559 for 256 GB (Obsidian only)
- It's Over for Fossil Smartwatcheswww.droid-life.com It’s Over for Fossil Smartwatches
A week ago, we told you to head on over to Fossil’s online store to grab one of their last-remaining Wear OS smartwatches that had been dropped to $79. While we made sure you understood to not expect much going forward should you buy one, the price was so good that... #Fossil #Smartwatches
- CMF Phone: Nothing sub-brand linked to launch of first-ever smartphone in new leakwww.notebookcheck.net CMF Phone: Nothing sub-brand linked to launch of first-ever smartphone in new leak
CMF by Nothing has seemingly been created to sell colorful, affordable accessories thus far. However, it, like its parent company, will branch out into making its own smartphones soon, according to a new leak. It is projected to land as a budget Android device, albeit one to match the vibrant design...
- What is your go-to app for IR remote?
I find the only app in F-droid very lacking, and the couple I tested from the PlayStore lacked many of the technically available controls you can see on IRDB, Global Cache, JP1, etc.
I am seriously surprised there is no open source Android IR remote app that can truly put everything to shame, given that the info is out there. I may contact a friend of mine for a new Android app...
- Google's working on a way to speed-up data transfers when setting up a new phone: APK Teardownwww.androidauthority.com Google's working on a way to speed-up data transfers when setting up a new phone: APK Teardown
Google is working on new ways to transfer and restore data between two Android devices. One of them is designed to speed things up.
- TicWatch Pro 5 Enduro: A Small Refresh to a Nice Wear OS Watch
The newest Wear OS watch from Mobvoi is not a radical hardware change. Where Xiaomi, Oppo, and Google are only just catching the tech in the Pro 5, the Enduro is a move towards slightly better efficiency and fancier build materials. It's still a TicWatch though, and while some of the software situation has improved, we still need to chat about updates...
- Samsung Rumored To Bring ‘Battery AI’ To Its Galaxy S25 Series, Boosting The Total Backup By Up To 10 Percent At The Same Performance Levelwccftech.com Samsung Rumored To Bring ‘Battery AI’ To Its Galaxy S25 Series, Boosting The Total Backup By Up To 10 Percent At The Same Performance Level
A unnamed source informed a tipster that Samsug is working on a new feature called ‘Battery AI’ for the Galaxy S25 lineup
- Sharp announces "AQUOS R9" and "AQUOS wish4" - Keitai Watchk-tai.watch.impress.co.jp シャープが「AQUOS R9」「AQUOS wish4」を発表
シャープは8日、Androidスマートフォン「AQUOSシリーズ」の最新機種として、ハイエンドモデルRシリーズから「AQUOS R9」、ベーシックモデルWishシリーズから「AQUOS wish4」を発表した。それぞれ7月中旬以降と7月上旬以降に発売される。
- Sony Xperia 10 VI appears on Geekbench with Snapdragon 6 Gen 1m.gsmarena.com Sony Xperia 10 VI appears on Geekbench with Snapdragon 6 Gen 1
The phone will have an 8 GB RAM option. Sony will launch the new Xperia 10 with two cameras, and today, we also learned the Mk. VI version will run on...
- Solution - Pocket Casts keeps closing on Android - lemm.eelemm.ee Solution - Pocket Casts keeps closing on Android - lemm.ee
I found a reddit thread suggesting deleting cache and data fixed the problem. Hope to help others avoid reddit if possible.
- vivo announces launch date for X100 Ultra, X100s duom.gsmarena.com vivo announces launch date for X100 Ultra, X100s duo
The X100s will have a flat panel; the X100s Pro is coming with a 2.5D curved front. The vivo X100 Ultra will be announced on May 13, the company confirmed...
> The X100 Ultra has a camera setup that is different from that of any other X100 smartphone. According to a senior executive, the phone, with its flagship-tier camera technologies, will excel in five key scenes:
> * The micro-gimbal anti-shake telephoto lens will be able to capture fast cars.
- The macro feature of the telephoto camera has the biggest magnification rate among smartphones – 3.4:1.
- Dark light telephoto portrait option will provide seamless images with no glare or reflections.
- Telephoto lens can also capture starlight in the night sky.
- With the help of Zeiss, the X100 Ultra and the vivo ISP users will be able to capture sunsets, sunrises, and flowing clouds.
- Realme GT Neo 6 reservations begin, key specifications officially confirmedwww.thetechoutlook.com Realme GT Neo 6 reservations begin, key specifications officially confirmed - The Tech Outlook
Last month, Realme launched the Realme GT Neo 6 SE smartphone in the Chinese market. According to reports, the Realme GT Neo 6 will be unveiled in the home market this month. Despite the absence of an official announcement, JD.com has silently listed the Neo 6 for reservations. The Realme GT Neo 6’s...
- Finland warns of Android malware attacks breaching bank accountswww.bleepingcomputer.com Finland warns of Android malware attacks breaching bank accounts
Finland's Transport and Communications Agency (Traficom) has issued a warning about an ongoing Android malware campaign targeting banking accounts.
cross-posted from: https://lemmy.zip/post/14903482 >> Finland's Transport and Communications Agency (Traficom) has issued a warning about an ongoing Android malware campaign targeting banking accounts.
- Google Fit dev APIs shutdown set, fate of Android & Wear OS apps go unannounced9to5google.com Google Fit dev APIs shutdown set, fate of Android & Wear OS apps go unannounced
Earlier this week, the company detailed how the "Google Fit APIs have been deprecated" and that the shutdown is set for June 30, 2025.
- Dual headphone jack smartphone scores high in new reparability videowww.notebookcheck.net Dual headphone jack smartphone scores high in new reparability video
The Moondrop MIAD 01 is one of the most distinctive Android devices of 2024 thus far. It has a 4.4mm headphone jack to go with the more conventional 3.5mm type. Furthermore, it seems it might be as appealing to teardown enthusiasts as well as audiophiles, and may, therefore, also be easier to repair...
- Global Smartphone Market Grows 6% YoY in Q1 2024; Revenue Reaches Highest Level in a First Quarterwww.counterpointresearch.com Global Smartphone Market Grows 6% YoY in Q1 2024; Revenue Reaches Highest Level in a First Quarter - Counterpoint
- Global Smartphone Market Grows 6% YoY in Q1 2024; Revenue Reaches Highest Level in a First Quarter - Counterpoint
