Tag: Samsung

  • Samsung launches One UI 5 open beta program for Galaxy S22 series

    Samsung launches One UI 5 open beta program for Galaxy S22 series

    South Korea: Samsung Electronics on August 07, 2022 launched the One UI 5 open beta program available on the Galaxy S22 series in U.S.A, Germany and South Korea with releases planned for other regions in coming month.

    The press release issued by Samsung Electronics state that One UI 5 brings a range of new customization, security and accessibility features as part of Samsung’s ongoing commitment to delivering the latest mobile experiences to as many users as possible.

    The Executive Vice President and Head of Software Platform Team of Mobile eXperience (MX) Business, Samsung Electronics Janghyun Yoon said, “we know our users crave the ability to create their own individual mobile experience and we’re constantly looking to improve One UI to give people greater control and more options.”

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    He further added that, “we’re excited to offer early access to all the new customizable features that come with One UI 5 as part of an open beta and look forward to incorporating user feedback to develop a better and more meaningful experience for everyone.”

    The One UI 5 update introduces new ways for users to customize their smartphone experience, including an expanded set of color options for a more tailored look. Users now get up to 16 preset color themes based on their wallpaper and 12 more color options for their home screens, icons and quick panels for a look and feel suited to their style.

    Users can further customize their home screens by stacking widgets of the same size on a single location, saving space and creating a cleaner, more organized look.

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    One UI 5 also brings a simpler way to tailor notifications across applications to help stay focused on what is important. New controls make it easier for users to block notifications from certain apps, so they only see what is relevant to them.

    One UI 5 streamlines the process to change sound and vibration settings with reorganized menus that provide easy access to all ringtone volumes and vibration intensities. For the first time, Galaxy users can also tailor their preferred language for their different apps. Whether they’re multi-lingual or just learning a new language, users can easily select which language will be used for each app in Settings.

    The update brings several other new features that create an even better Galaxy experience for everyone — from enhanced camera capabilities and security resources to more accessibility tools.

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    Users can more seamlessly capture high-quality photos and video with a new icon in Pro and Pro Video mode that offers useful tips and tricks on how to use the various lenses, features and controls. Plus, a more responsive zoom bar means quicker close-ups and makes it easier to zero in on the subject using only one hand.

    With One UI 5, a new dashboard lets users view the security status of their phone, shows whether there are security issues and recommends ways to fix them.

    The update also brings more accessibility options to make it easier for users to interact with their devices. The Magnifier feature enables users to better view and read on their devices, while different types of spoken assistance — such as audio descriptions of videos and speak keyboard input aloud — help users navigate and use devices more seamlessly.

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  • Xiaomi plans assembly plant in Pakistan

    Xiaomi plans assembly plant in Pakistan

    Xiaomi has planned assembly plant in Pakistan within the next three to four months. This strategic move not only signifies a significant milestone for the tech giant but also carries promising prospects for the Pakistani market.

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  • Samsung mobile phones production to start with investment of $15 million in Pakistan

    Samsung mobile phones production to start with investment of $15 million in Pakistan

    KARACHI: Lucky Motor Corporation Limited will start production of Samsung mobile phones with initial investment of $15 million in Pakistan.

    Abdul Razak Dawood, Advisor to Prime Minister for commerce and Investment disclosed this on Saturday.

    “I congratulate Lucky Group on partnering with Samsung Electronics. … to set up a mobile phone assembly plant with an initial investment of $15 million. It will create jobs.”

    He said that this is the result of our mobile manufacturing policy. And a clear vindication of our ‘Make in Pakistan’ initiative.

    The company issued a statement and announced production of Samsung mobile phones.

    The company is manufacturing and assembly of motor vehicles. It is assembling KIA and Peugeot branded motor vehicles.

    The company recently entered into an agreement with Samsung Gulf Electronics Co. FZE (Samsung) for producing Samsung branded Mobile Devices in Pakistan.

  • Lucky Motors signs deal to produce Samsung Mobiles in Pakistan

    Lucky Motors signs deal to produce Samsung Mobiles in Pakistan

    Lucky Motor Corporation Limited (LMC), a subsidiary of Lucky Cement Limited, has announced a strategic move into the electronics market by entering into an agreement with Samsung Gulf Electronics Co. FZE (Samsung) to produce Samsung-branded mobile devices in Pakistan.

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  • Ericsson, Samsung agree on multi-year global patent licenses

    Ericsson, Samsung agree on multi-year global patent licenses

    KARACHI: Ericsson (NASDAQ: ERIC) and Samsung have reached a multi-year agreement on global patent licenses between the two companies, including patents relating to all cellular technologies. The cross-license agreement covers sales of network infrastructure and handsets from January 1, 2021. 

    Furthermore, Ericsson and Samsung have agreed on technology cooperation projects to advance the mobile industry in open standardization and create valuable solutions for consumers and enterprises.

    This settlement ends complaints filed by both companies before the United States International Trade Commission (USITC) as well as the ongoing lawsuits in several countries and confirms the value of the strong patent portfolios of both companies. The details of the agreement are confidential and will not be disclosed.

    Ericsson’s IPR licensing revenues continue to be affected by several factors, mainly expired patent license agreements pending renewal, geopolitical impact on the handset market, technology shift from 4G to 5G, and possible currency effects going forward. In the second quarter 2021, IPR licensing revenues, including the new agreement covering sales from January 1, 2021, are expected to be SEK 2.0 b to 2.5 b.

    Christina Petersson, Chief Intellectual Property Officer at Ericsson says: “We are delighted to sign a mutually beneficial agreement with Samsung. This important deal confirms the value of our patent portfolio and further illustrates Ericsson’s commitment to FRAND principles.”

    Over several decades, Ericsson has made significant investments in R&D and in developing global mobile standards and is committed to licensing its standard-essential patents on fair, reasonable and non-discriminatory (FRAND) terms for the benefit of consumers and enterprises everywhere. The FRAND system allows access to technology and intellectual property, developed by inventors like Ericsson, and also rewards those inventors for their major up-front investment in R&D in each mobile generation.

    The value of Ericsson’s IP portfolio extends to more than 57,000 granted patents and is strengthened by annual investment in R&D of approx. SEK 40 b. With a leading global position in 5G, the company is confident of growing its IPR revenues long term, thereby further maximizing the value of the overall patent portfolio.