Latest news with #3Ccertification
Phone Arena
5 days ago
- Phone Arena
Galaxy Tab S11 Ultra charging speed revealed: It's not good news
The Galaxy Tab S11 Ultra — likely carrying the model number SM-X930 — has just cleared China's 3C certification process, and the paperwork confirms a familiar spec: 45W wired charging (15V/3A). That's identical to the Galaxy Tab S10 Ultra, which means we probably won't see much improvement in charging know from experience that the Tab S10 Ultra took close to 2h and 20 min to reach 100%. Unless Samsung has quietly tweaked its charging curve — for example, by sustaining higher wattage for longer — the new model may not be much faster. Real-world battery life might improve, even if the top-up time still tests your patience. | Image credit — PhoneArena This new listing backs up a recent SGS Fimko certification leak, which first revealed the Galaxy Tab S11 Ultra would feature an 11,600 mAh battery — a modest but welcome bump from the 11,200 mAh cell in its predecessor. The same document also confirmed the unchanged 45W top-up we noted in that earlier story, while the charging hardware is staying put, the Galaxy Tab S11 Ultra is expected to use a more power-efficient 3nm Dimensity 9400+ chip, compared to the 4nm chip in the Tab S10 Ultra. That should help extend real-world battery life, but it won't speed up recharging when you're at 5%. According to a recent leak covering the Tab S11, S11 Ultra, and Tab S10 Lite, the Tab S11 Ultra will offer 12 GB of RAM and either 256 GB or 512 GB of internal storage — a curious step-down from last year, when some configurations went all the way to 16 GB and 1 TB, at least in select markets. This could change by launch, but as it stands, Samsung might be cutting back on available configurations this year, offering fewer RAM and storage combinations compared to the more varied lineup of the Tab S10 Ultra. Colors-wise, the Tab S11 Ultra will reportedly come in Moonstone Gray and Platinum Silver, just like its predecessor. Meanwhile, the more affordable Galaxy Tab S11 and the Tab S10 Lite are expected to launch with more vibrant color options, including Coral Red for the Lite waterdrop notch also appears to be returning, based on leaked images, though rumors suggest it could be smaller this year. Samsung is clearly aiming for thinner bezels without giving up biometric or camera performance. Combined with the Ultra's expected 14.6-inch display, S Pen support, and One UI 8.0 based on Android 16, this device is shaping up to be Samsung's best shot yet at taking on Apple's M-powered iPads. The Samsung Galaxy Tab S11 series will likely follow the company's usual release schedule, pointing to a launch in late Q3 or early Q4. More specifically, we expect the new models to come out either in September or October. That matches the Tab S10 lineup, which debuted in late September all models now appearing in public databases, the launch of the Galaxy Tab S11, S11 Ultra, and S10 Lite feels imminent.
South China Morning Post
14-07-2025
- South China Morning Post
Aviation officials should balance safety efforts with passenger needs
Safety is paramount in air travel, so it is not surprising that airline passengers have tended to back recent crackdowns on in-flight use of power banks after some were linked to fires. Traveller support was understandably in short supply, however, after a ban was suddenly imposed on flights in China, causing chaos and confusion. The incident should serve as a reminder to aviation officials in the country and around the world that safety measures must be balanced with passenger needs. Many travellers were caught off guard by the strict emergency ban announced by the Civil Aviation Administration of China. It was announced two days before it was imposed on June 28. Notices at airports indicated the ban applied to all lithium-based power banks without China Compulsory Certification (3C), safety and quality standards first issued in August 2023 and made mandatory a year later. Certifications from other jurisdictions were not acceptable. The ban also covered items made by several portable battery manufacturers that have recalled devices because of safety risks. While international flights were reportedly not affected, domestic passengers said security staff were checking devices for 3C labels or for brands on a recall list. Several passengers complained on social media about power banks being taken away. Some posted photos of piles of banned devices discarded at checkpoints. There is understandable concern about power banks. Airlines have long prohibited them from checked baggage but allowed them in carry-on bags. Many carriers in the region prohibited their use during flights after a fire before take-off on a Hong Kong-bound Air Busan plane in January believed to have been caused by a power bank. Hong Kong banned their use on flights from April 7 after a power bank was suspected to have caused a fire on a flight to the city from Hangzhou. The nationwide crackdown could have been smoother with an earlier notice and a wider range of certifications. This approach could have avoided upsetting travellers, especially those from overseas, and prevented the accumulation of electronic waste which poses its own risks. Efforts to ensure safety are to be welcomed, but they will have more public support if balanced against passengers' needs.
South China Morning Post
03-07-2025
- South China Morning Post
China's power bank crackdown: 6 preflight answers for wary travellers
China's aviation authorities have imposed an emergency ban on air passengers' carrying substandard power banks, catching many travellers off guard The safety precaution, which went into effect on June 28, two days after being announced by the Civil Aviation Administration of China (CAAC), has triggered questions and concerns. Here are six points that people travelling to and within China need to know – from which power banks are still allowed, to what can be done with ineligible ones at the airport. 1. What constitutes a 'substandard' power bank? China Compulsory Certification (CCC), also known as '3C certification', is a mandatory safety and quality-assurance standard for many products sold in China, ensuring they meet specific safety, health and environmental impact standards. Managed by China's State Administration for Market Regulation, the system legally requires products listed in the 3C catalogue to obtain certification before they can be manufactured, sold, imported or used. Any power bank without 3C certification – denoted by a mark that can be seen on the surface – is deemed substandard. Airports will establish areas for passengers to discard or temporarily store non-compliant power banks, and provide mailing services as required by the CAAC. Passengers can also choose to handle their intercepted power banks during security checks, based on their needs.
Phone Arena
21-05-2025
- Phone Arena
Galaxy Watch 8 charging speeds leak – and it's not the upgrade you hoped for
The Galaxy Watch 7 . | Image Credit - PhoneArena The Galaxy Watch 8 and Galaxy Watch 8 Classic are expected to join the upcoming Galaxy Z Fold 7 and Flip 7foldable phones at a summer Unpacked event by Samsung. Leaks for the foldable phones have all but unveiled the two devices, and we already know quite a lot about them. Now, leaks have started showing up about the two smartwatches, too. The two devices have now been spotted in China's 3C certification. The listing has revealed some unsurprising news: both of them will be getting LTE-capable variants, which is more than expected nowadays. But that's not all that the 3C certification has confirmed. The listing has also unveiled the two watches' charging speeds. And... well, it's not good news here. According to the listing, both smartwatches may be able to go up to 10W in charging speed. This is not new, as last year's Samsung Galaxy Watch 7 sported the exact same speeds. But it's not an upgrade either, and for people hoping to see charging speed improvements here, this might sound pretty disappointing. Image Credit - XP Meanwhile, the listing also reveals that both smartwatches have Wi-Fi, Bluetooth 5.3, GNSS, NFC, and wireless charging, all things expected anyway. The two smartwatches are rumored to feature a redesign. According to leaks, Samsung may ditch the standard, ideally round design for a 'squircle'- like look, which is a softened square still holding a circular display. The new look is said to match more the Galaxy Watch Ultra from last year instead of the traditional Samsung Galaxy Watch design. The two smartwatches are expected to be unveiled in early July, joining the foldable Galaxy Z Fold 7 and Flip 7 phones. The two timepieces come as direct competition to Apple's Series 10. The Apple Watch Series 10 was announced in September last year.
