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Hindustan Times
22-05-2025
- Hindustan Times
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 leak reveals wider display, design overhaul ahead of launch
Samsung is preparing to launch the Galaxy Z Fold 7 and Galaxy Z Flip 7 later this year, potentially alongside a new tri-foldable smartphone. Despite lower sales forecasts for foldable devices, the tech community remains interested in the new models due to expected hardware upgrades. Recent leaks provide a first look at the Galaxy Z Fold 7, revealing notable changes in its design. The Galaxy Z Fold 6 was introduced as a redesign for Samsung's book-style foldable, but it remained behind some competitors in key areas such as device thickness and outer display size. Competitor's foldables often feature outer screens closer to the size and shape of traditional smartphones, while Samsung's models have favoured narrower screen proportions. The upcoming Galaxy Z Fold 7 appears to address this by offering a much wider outer display. Also read: Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 likely to be world's slimmest foldable- Here's what we know The leaked image via NotebookCheck shows the rear of the Galaxy Z Fold 7, which highlights its broader design compared to the Galaxy Fold 6. The camera modules also appear larger in these leaked images. Rumours suggest that the Fold 7 will include a 200MP main camera, a substantial upgrade over the 50MP sensor on the previous model. Additionally, the device is expected to have a slimmer build, and it will run on the latest Snapdragon 8 Elite chipset. Also read: Samsung's tri-fold phone may launch in July alongside Galaxy Z Fold 7- What we know so far On the other hand, CAD files obtained by SamMobile provide detailed measurements of the Galaxy Z Fold 7. When fully opened, the device is reported to be 4.54mm thick, while folded, it measures 9mm. Although slightly thicker than some earlier rumours, this still marks a notable reduction compared to the previous generation. Compared with the Oppo Find N5, the Fold 7 is marginally thicker but close enough that the difference may not be noticeable in everyday use. Its full unfolded size measures approximately 158.43 x 143.14 x 4.54mm. Also read: Google I/O 2025: AI Mode rolls out in Search, know how it will benefit users Meanwhile, for the Galaxy Z Flip 7, the same report lists dimensions at 166.61 x 75.23 x 6.84mm when opened. The thickness figure appears slightly off compared to the Flip 6, which measured 6.94mm, which suggests that the 6.84mm number could be a miscalculation. Samsung is expected to introduce both the Galaxy Z Fold 7 and Galaxy Z Flip 7 at an upcoming Galaxy Unpacked event, following the company's usual release schedule for foldable devices.
Tom's Guide
12-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Tom's Guide
New Nintendo Switch 2 leak suggests Game-Key Cartridges might be preferred by publishers
When the Nintendo Switch 2 was fully revealed in early April, one of the stranger announcements was the new Game-Key Cards. Basically, the Game-key cards look like physical Switch 2 game cartridges but they don't hold game data. Instead, when slotted into the Switch 2, instructions are presented on how to download the game, so you do need an internet connection to get the game at first (plus the necessary storage space). It's an odd hybrid approach to selling games, and it was unclear why a publisher might release a game on these cards. A new leak (spotted by Notebook Check) from the publisher Arc System Works might hint at why a publisher would choose the Game-Key over a digital only or physical cartridge. Arc System Works has been around for over 35 years but more recently is best known for the fighting games like Guilty Gear and BlazBlue series as well as Dragon Ball FighterZ. A recent data mine of the publisher's files was released online. One X user, Necrolipe, found a document that referred to options publishers have when it comes to producing versions of Switch 2 games. They are listed as DL (digital only), 64GB (physical cartridge) and POTION which is apparently a codename for Game-Key card. Get instant access to breaking news, the hottest reviews, great deals and helpful tips. The 64GB is important because for the original Switch Nintendo reportedly offered publishers a range of sizes from 1GB to 32GB, meaning indie publishers or those with smaller games could avoid higher storage. The leak suggests that only the 64GB version is available, which allegedly costs $16. Studios with limited budgets could see digital only or game-key cards as affordable alternatives. Especially for companies that see a physical package as appealing to its fans. For Nintendo's part, offering a single size probably simplifies its production process, but could push third-party publishers to avoid physical cartridges to save a buck.
Digital Trends
09-05-2025
- Digital Trends
Samsung Galaxy S25 FE might favor power over price
The Samsung Galaxy S25 FE is expected to launch later this year, offering flagship-level performance and features at a more affordable price. While it's long been expected to launch with the Exynos 2400e chip, a new report suggests Samsung might go with the MediaTek Dimensity 9400 instead, citing production issues with Samsung Foundry. The report comes from NotebookCheck's Anil Ganti via one of their internal sources. According to the source, Samsung still intends to launch the Galaxy S25 FE with the Exynos 2400e, but the company has a backup plan in case production issues arise, and that's the Dimensity 9400. While Samsung has previously used Mediatek chips in the Galaxy Tab S10 lineup, it poses several notable downsides versus the Exynos. Recommended Videos Cost is first and foremost. The Dimensity 9400 is a more powerful chip, but it's also more expensive due to both its specs and the need to purchase it from MediaTek. The Exynos 2400e would allow Samsung to produce the needed silicon in-house and bring revenue to Samsung Foundry. In the Galaxy S24 generation, the Galaxy S24 FE was the only handset receiving Exynos 2400e chips. Some rumors suggest the yields could be split between the Galaxy S25 FE and the Galaxy Z Flip FE, and that's where the concern lies. Earlier this year, reports emerged that Samsung Foundry would cut its chip production by 50 percent to address quality concerns, and last year it delayed production of 2nm chips. Samsung Foundry has suffered numerous setbacks recently, leaving fans concerned that it won't be able to meet demand. The Galaxy S25 FE is meant to be a more affordable phone, and the chip plays a big role in that. Using an Exynos chip allows Samsung to keep costs lower. If Samsung has to use the Dimensity 9400 instead, it would drive up not only production costs, but potentially the final price of the phone.
Yahoo
28-04-2025
- Yahoo
Sony Xperia 10 VII Leak Reveals 120 Hz OLED Display, Snapdragon 6 Gen 4, 50 MP Camera
A new report has details of Sony's upcoming midrange smartphone, the Xperia 10 VII, ahead of its official launch. According to information from Sumaho Digest, the Xperia 10 VII will have a 6.1-inch FHD+ OLED display, keeping the same size as previous models. The phone stays small, at least by modern standards, which is a big win for many. The report says the phone will likely get a 120 Hz refresh rate, a first for the Xperia 10 series. Sony will keep the device's 21:9 aspect ratio, which goes well with the company's approach to media consumption and multitasking. This phone is set to have the Snapdragon 6 Gen 4 chipset, replacing the Snapdragon 6 Gen 1 found in last year's model. This new processor is about 10–15% more powerful on the CPU side, as reported by NotebookCheck. The phone is to have 8 GB of RAM and 256 GB of internal storage, with support for microSD. For cameras, the Xperia 10 VII is to have a 50MP main sensor and an 8MP secondary rear camera. The front camera remains at 8MP. The phone is to have a dedicated physical shutter button. The battery capacity is to stay at 5,000 mAh. The phone will run Android 15 out of the box and have a side-mounted fingerprint sensor, NFC, dual SIM support, and USB Type-C connectivity. Launch details are not confirmed, but the launch date is rumored to be May 15, 2025. Availability in North America remains uncertain.
Forbes
24-03-2025
- Health
- Forbes
Fitbit Outlines A New Way To Monitor Blood Pressure
Fitbit blood pressure monitor diagram Fitbit has outlined a new kind of blood pressure wearable in an updated patent filing recently published by the United States Patent and Trademark Office, as spotted by NotebookCheck. Google's Fitbit has submitted multiple patent applications for blood pressure wearables in the recent past, and this latest one offers a new take on a traditional device. In a familiar blood pressure reader, an inflatable cuff is typically placed around the arm to control blood flow. Fitbit's design performs a similar job, but for the finger rather than the user's arm. The latest filings add to an existing patent, effectively building on a previously published design. It would make for a more compact and convenient blood pressure reader than standard models, and the Fitbit patent documentation hints at the concept of a more lifestyle-driven health station device. The filing suggests it could have a PPG sensor as well as the inflatable blood pressure-reading hardware, to allow it to record heart rate and blood oxygenation. It suggests Fitbit may go further too, employing skin temperature sensors. Fitbit blood pressure monitor There are some interesting suggestions about how the device might check it's being worn correctly. The documentation details a combination of accelerometer and microphone sensors used to determine when the wearer's hand is placed diagonally across the chest. The idea is the accelerometer will be used to determine the angle of the wrist or arm, and microphones will be used to determine how close the rear or underside of the device is to the heart. A novel concept. Fitbit acknowledges one of the key issues with this design in the filing, that it may be perceived as less accurate than a more traditional arm-hugging blood pressure reader. But this is offset by increased convenience and decreased bulk. One important factor to note here is a patent filing does not signify a company is going to release a product like the one detailed. Or that it really has any intention to do so. That this patent has been built upon over time suggests this may be more than just a pure speculative endeavour, though. 2025 is set to be a big year for blood pressure monitoring, with some speculation it could come to the Apple Watch later this year. Apple is expected to use the optical heart rate sensor rather than an inflatable technique.
