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Phone Arena
3 days ago
- Phone Arena
So Apple is just discarding two heavily marketed features of the iPhone, what gives?
There have been two very heavily marketed features on the iPhone for the last 2-3 years, and Apple is apparently getting rid of both of them. What's worse is that I actually quite liked both of these characteristics of the iPhone, even though one of them has been a very contentious change. Titanium looks great for phones. | Image credit — PhoneArena Yep, Apple is ditching titanium with the iPhone 17. It's not like this was a must-have feature for flagship phones, but it was appreciated nonetheless. I don't think I'm alone in saying that the titanium iPhone models looked stunning, like a truly premium piece of gear. At least we still have the Galaxy Ultra phones, unless Samsung is planning to ditch titanium for the Galaxy S26 Ultra as well. I truly believed that titanium was here to stay, to distinguish the flagship offerings from the rest. And, on a very minor note, titanium sounds so much cooler than aluminum, glass, or stainless steel. But what truly bugs me is remembering how much Apple focused on the titanium finish when it was first announced. The people announcing the iPhone 15 Pro couldn't stop mentioning just how beautiful the new phones looked, and I agreed. But now, just like that, we're ditching titanium this year. The reasoning behind this decision is likely quite complex and not just a change of heart. Some suggest that manufacturing costs are to blame, and that makes sense because Apple is trying to make its phones as affordable as possible with the threat of tariffs looming over it. Perhaps it's the lack of titanium that has made it possible to not increase the cost of the iPhone 17 too much this titanium isn't the only heavily marketed feature Apple is getting rid of. Apple was really proud of the Dynamic Island. | Image credit — PhoneArena Who remembers when Apple first announced the Dynamic Island? This was one of Apple's more contentious changes, I remember a lot of the internet clowning on it back then. However, I thought that it was a pretty clever way to get around a problem that existed in smartphones back then, and still does today. See, every phone manufacturer had started to introduce punch holes or notches into their phones. Even the cheapest budget phones made for low income regions featured a notch at the very least. This was being done to minimize bezel thickness, and because I suppose it was just the new thing to do. Apple, who I blame for popularizing the notch in the first place, came up with a pretty clever solution: the Dynamic Island. Immediately, the iPhone was recognizable everywhere, and it wasn't just another phone with a water drop notch. Even better, the Dynamic Island actually served a integration with the Dynamic Island is superb, when it works of course, and it usually always does. And, personally speaking, I just like the pill-shaped cutout much more than a water drop notch, or a circular punch hole. But guess what, Apple is ditching the Dynamic Island in favor of a punch hole design. This won't happen until the iPhone 18, but many reports have said that it is happening. Apparently, the punch hole iPhone 18 will bridge the gap between the iPhone 17 that has a Dynamic Island, and the cutout-free 20th anniversary iPhone Pro. But…why not just stick with the Dynamic Island? Has Apple forgotten how much it showed it off back when the company first announced it? Not to mention that the iPhone 18 will just look like any other phone from the front. Apple is already making this mistake with the iPhone 17 redesign, and I wouldn't fault some people for confusing it for a Google Pixel 9, especially the iPhone 17 Air. Suffice to say, I just don't understand why Apple would abandon heavily marketed features like this out of the blue. It honestly just makes the company look like it has no direction or sense of self, and is just throwing random things at a wall to see what sticks.
News18
7 days ago
- Business
- News18
Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra Gets A Massive Rs 50,000 Price Discount: How The Deal Works
Last Updated: Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra is once again making the headlines for its attractive offer that is available online in India. Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra price drop is back in the news and this time it is a lot more enticing to people who want a new phone. The offer is available online and you just have to follow the regular process to get last year's Galaxy Ultra model at a heavily discounted price in India. The good thing about the latest deal is that you don't have to bother about bank card offers or any other conditions that get you this big discount on the Samsung device. The new online offer for the Galaxy S24 Ultra lets you buy the model for just Rs 81,000 and you can get further discounts and cashbacks if you have the eligible cards. The price for the Galaxy S24 Ultra must be quite appealing, which has mostly been available for around Rs 95,000 (with bank offers) till date. The fact that Samsung is offering these discount offers itself means you can pick them up without any special card deals. Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra At Rs 81,500: Worth Buying Today? The phone comes with display features like anti-reflective panel that has been revered by many. It is powered by the reliable Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 flagship chipset from 2024, coupled with 12GB of RAM. The standout feature is its 200MP camera which has been picked up for its successor as well. And you cannot forget the 7 years of OS upgrades promised for the device, along with 7 years of security updates, which lets you use the phone till 2031. The model got the One UI 7 update in India for the S24 models, giving you more AI features out of the box. And soon you will get the Android 16-based One UI 8 version for the S24 Ultra from the company. The Galaxy S24 Ultra is a smart buy at this price considering it had launched for Rs 1,29,999 in the market. So yes, going by all these details and the price available online. view comments First Published: August 12, 2025, 13:11 IST Disclaimer: Comments reflect users' views, not News18's. Please keep discussions respectful and constructive. Abusive, defamatory, or illegal comments will be removed. News18 may disable any comment at its discretion. By posting, you agree to our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy.
Korea Herald
25-07-2025
- Business
- Korea Herald
Samsung, LG tighten grip on high-end OLED market with iPhone 17 supply
High yields, vast IP give Korean display makers decisive edge over Chinese rivals South Korea's top display makers Samsung Display and LG Display are cementing their dominance in the high-end OLED market by becoming the only firms to supply Apple's upcoming iPhone 17 lineup with next-generation low-power panels known as low-temperature polycrystalline oxide OLEDs. According to industry sources Friday, Apple is set to adopt LTPO panels across the new iPhone 17 series, a move that further sidelines Chinese competitors like BOE, which continues to struggle with mass production due to low yields and technological hurdles. LTPO OLEDs, known for reducing power consumption by 15 to 20 percent compared to traditional low-temperature polycrystalline silicon or LTPS OLEDs, have become the gold standard for premium smartphones. Originally developed by Apple in 2014, the technology gained traction only in recent years due to complex manufacturing and high costs. It is now widely used in top-tier models like Samsung's Galaxy Ultra and Apple's iPhone Pro. Samsung and LG's exclusive supply to Apple — the world's largest smartphone maker — highlights their technological edge over Chinese rivals in the lucrative high-end display sector. In the first quarter of this year, the two Korean firms controlled a combined 71.8 percent of the LTPO OLED market, according to Omdia. In contrast, Chinese players, including BOE, TCL CSOT and Visionox, collectively held just 27.8 percent. 'BOE is far from catching up,' said an industry official on condition of anonymity. 'The technical and yield barriers for LTPO remain high, and Korean firms have already built a commanding lead.' Samsung and LG are also ahead in intellectual property. As of 2022, LG held 649 LTPO OLED-related patents and Samsung 376 — significantly outpacing BOE (373), TCL (106) and Tianma (99), across jurisdictions including the US, China and Korea. Looking ahead, Apple is expected to adopt LTPO3, the next-generation iteration of the technology, as early as 2027. Korean firms are already ramping up R&D in anticipation, aiming to widen the performance gap with Chinese competitors. Beyond LTPO, both Samsung and LG are spearheading innovation in other next-generation display formats. Samsung recently unveiled an electroluminescent quantum dot display with an industry-high 4,000-nit peak brightness, while LG introduced its fourth-generation OLED technology, setting a new benchmark in brightness performance. Both companies are also accelerating development in emerging fields such as OLED on silicon for XR and VR devices, as well as rollable and flexible displays, the markets where Chinese manufacturers have yet to gain meaningful traction.
Daily Record
24-06-2025
- Daily Record
Samsung confirms next major Galaxy announcement and foldable is 'worth the wait'
Samsung has teased that its newest Galaxy Z series is "the thinnest, lightest and most advanced foldable yet" Samsung continues to tease the upcoming launch of an exciting new Galaxy Ultra device - with the Korean company now confirming that all details will be revealed in just a matter of weeks. Samsung previously said in an email to customers that "two phones in one" were "coming soon," and raised expectations among tech enthusiasts by adding "the new Galaxy Foldable is coming". On Wednesday, July 9, Samsung Electronics will host an event, 'Unpacked', in New York, where they will unveil "the latest and greatest additions to the Galaxy portfolio". And there's a heavy emphasis on AI's role in the new device. The next-generation Galaxy devices are being reimagined around a new AI-powered interface, supported by breakthrough hardware built to unlock their full potential. "For years, Samsung has designed its devices around what people truly need, such as better performance, sharper cameras and smarter ways to stay connected," a spokesperson shared in a statement. "And, with Galaxy AI, it goes beyond what devices can do - it's about how people interact with them. As AI rapidly becomes the new user interface, it's redefining our relationship with technology. "No longer just a collection of apps and tools, the smartphone is evolving into a smart companion that understands user intent and responds in real time. "This transformation moves us from reaction to anticipation - where, as AI becomes the UI, intent becomes instant." Samsung has teased the event with a cryptic animation showing two ultra-thin panels separating and twisting. The firm has confirmed the Unpacked event will showcase its "thinnest, lightest and most advanced foldable yet" Although there's still no official release date, many are speculating that the Unpacked event will be all about its range of bendy devices. Judging from the teasers, it seems one of the new devices will be given the ultimate Ultra branding, and just like its Z Fold predecessors, will offer a normal screen on the front, which then opens to reveal a huge tablet. What could make this next generation device more appealing is its size. Rumours are rife that Samsung will follow some of its rivals and launch a much thinner foldable in 2025. This would make the folding dual-display "Galaxy Fold Ultra" easier to handle and pop into pockets. Alongside this device, a new Z Flip is expected to be debuted as well. This update could get a much bigger cover display, according to recent leaked images, as per the Express, which will make it easier to answer calls, send texts and reply to emails without opening things up. The new leak also claims the Z Flip 7 will be thinner than the Z Flip 6, which was quite chunky. It is also thought that all of Samsung's new phones will be powered by Qualcomm's latest Snapdragon 8 Elite processor. Prospective users have already rushed to X, previously Twitter, to share their thoughts on the teaser. "Well we've all been waiting for the ultras to be upgraded in the camera departments for ages," one user noted. "Minor tweaks only. I'm hoping you don't force UK users to exynos again on the s26? If so, you've lost a customer!" Another scribed: "Oooh, can't wait to see what this is all about! Galaxy Unpacked always brings the heat". A third enthused: "I can't wait!!" The event will be streamed live on Samsung Newsroom, and Samsung's YouTube channel beginning at 3pm BST. Join the Daily Record WhatsApp community! Get the latest news sent straight to your messages by joining our WhatsApp community today. You'll receive daily updates on breaking news as well as the top headlines across Scotland. No one will be able to see who is signed up and no one can send messages except the Daily Record team. All you have to do is click here if you're on mobile, select 'Join Community' and you're in! If you're on a desktop, simply scan the QR code above with your phone and click 'Join Community'. We also treat our community members to special offers, promotions, and adverts from us and our partners. If you don't like our community, you can check out any time you like. To leave our community click on the name at the top of your screen and choose 'exit group'.
Mid East Info
10-06-2025
- Mid East Info
Meet the Next Chapter of Ultra - Middle East Business News and Information
For years, Samsung has listened to users asking for bigger screens, better cameras and new ways to connect and create. The demand is clear — an Ultra-experience that goes beyond a simple list of upgraded features in a smaller and more portable form factor. That's why Galaxy's next chapter is to provide an experience that seamlessly blends artistry and engineering to elevate everyday interactions. Squeeze onto a crowded subway train for your evening commute with the device folded in hand and use voice controls to have AI find you the perfect restaurant and text your dining companion. Finish off that unsent work email during the ride, then use the powerful camera to commemorate your night out. AI-powered tools enable all-day messaging, browsing and gaming on the go, so you can focus on your life—all without weighing you down. With industry-leading hardware, cutting-edge performance and seamless AI integration optimized for the foldable format, it's what users have come to expect from Galaxy Ultra. And when it unfolds, it transforms– into a more immersive entertainment hub, a spacious workspace, or a multitasking powerhouse, now enhanced by powerful Galaxy AI features designed specifically for the foldable form. The Ultra experience is ready to unfold.
