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Phone Arena
a day ago
- Business
- Phone Arena
Samsung hit with $112M verdict in Maxell patent fight, and the drama's far from over
Just when you think the patent wars might be slowing down – bam, another tech giant lands in hot water. This time, it's Samsung, facing a hefty $112 million judgment in the U.S. after a court ruled it stepped on Maxell's intellectual property. And yes, this drama includes smartphones, smart home gadgets, and even a past deal gone cold.A U.S. District Court ruled that Samsung infringed on three patents registered by Japanese firm Maxell, and ordered the South Korea-based tech giant to pay $112 million. Of course, Samsung may appeal this judgment to a higher court if it finds that the ruling isn't satisfactory to it. A report from The Korea Herald indicates that the Court in Texarkana, Texas, said in its verdict that Samsung Galaxy phones, tablets, SmartThings, and even some home appliances are infringing on the patents. The patents are numbers 8,982,086, 10,176,848 and 11,017,815 by Maxell. These patents are focused on new methods of device unlocking, processing of information, networking, and even reproduction of images and videos. Maxell requested almost $130 million in damages, but the jury ordered Samsung to pay almost $112 million. This lawsuit started in 2023. It covered a wide range of electronics-related patents that Samsung was claimed to have violated. Back in 2011, Samsung signed an agreement with Hitachi Consumer Electronics (which was a parent firm back then) to use ten patents from Maxell for a period of ten years. Curiously enough, the company didn't renew the agreement, and obviously, the ten-year period ended in 2021. However, it seems Samsung continued to use the patents in its products. Maxell then contacted Samsung, but the tech giant reportedly claimed the patents were now invalid. The Japanese firm then sued Samsung in multiple markets, including Germany, Japan, and the U.S. At the moment, it's not clear whether Samsung will agree to pay or whether it will appeal the decision and continue the drama. Whether Samsung decides to pay up or fight it out in a higher court, this is just another chapter in the ongoing tech patent drama. And it's not just Samsung – other big names like Apple have had their fair share of these legal battles too. In the world of gadgets and smart devices, it seems there's always something to argue over, it seems.
Black America Web
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- Black America Web
A Light Day: Doechii Joins #TeamGalaxy For The Launch Of The Samsung's New Smartphone
Source: Courtesy / Samsung Doechii's impeccable run just keeps getting better! Today (May 28th), Samsung Galaxy announced that the Grammy-Award-winning artist is the newest Team Galaxy member with a bold new campaign celebrating the launch of the favorite Galaxy S25 Edge. In a rare 'light day,' the genre-bending artist takes us through her world with the ultra-slim Galaxy S25 Edge by her side. With her now famous pal Coco (her albino alligator), they highlight how the Galaxy S25 Edge's impressive features support them at every turn and how the sleek device fits seamlessly into her style-forward, always-on lifestyle. The collaboration celebrates Doechii's big switch to Samsung Galaxy thanks to her and the brand's shared values of being innovators who push boundaries in music and technology. Whether she's rehearsing, working out with Now Brief, or just soaking up a rare off-day, the Galaxy S25 Edge is right there with her, delivering style, performance, and serious staying power. To celebrate, Samsung will be hosting an exclusive event, Live on the Edge, featuring a private performance from Doechii at the Edge NYC in Hudson Yards on May 30th in New York City. Fans can tune in the global livestream beginning at 8pm on May 30th on Samsung's YouTube channel. Shoutout to Doechii for making yet another power move. Check out the campaign below! SEE ALSO A Light Day: Doechii Joins #TeamGalaxy For The Launch Of The Samsung's New Smartphone was originally published on
GSM Arena
3 days ago
- Business
- GSM Arena
iPhone 16 was the best-selling phone of Q1 2025
Apple and Samsung dominated the top-ten best-selling phones list according to the latest Counterpoint Research report. The two brands accounted for nine out of the top ten best-sellers, with Xiaomi being the only other brand featured in the rankings. The iPhone 16 was the best-selling device for the first three months of the year, marking a return for the baseline iPhone model for the first time since 2023. The device fared particularly well across the Middle East and Africa region as well as Japan, where it recorded its highest growth. The 16 Pro Max came in second, followed by the 16 Pro in third place. The 16 Pro series models accounted for nearly half of Apple's total iPhone sales during the Q1 period. The iPhone 15 slots in fourth place, followed by Samsung's best-selling device – the Galaxy A16 5G. Going further down the list, the Galaxy A06 is at the sixth spot, followed by the Galaxy S25 Ultra in seventh as the only premium segment device from the brand in the top ten. The Redmi 14C is Xiaomi's one and only entry at the eighth spot, followed by the Galaxy A55 and the iPhone 16 Plus, which round out the rankings. Apple iPhone 16 Source
The Hindu
3 days ago
- Business
- The Hindu
Samsung announces One UI 8 beta program, official rollout with its new foldables
Samsung on Wednesday (May 28, 2025) announced the availability of its One UI 8 beta program in select regions which claims to bring a new era of software intelligence that brings a true multimodal AI agent designed for various Samsung Galaxy form factors. Currently, most of the Samsung's devices run on different versions of One UI 7. Samsung's One UI 8 will debut on Samsung's new foldables (Galaxy Z Fold 7 and Galaxy Z Flip 7, most likely) this summer. It will be gradually rolled out to more Galaxy devices. The One UI 8 will be one of the first UI platforms to adopt Android 16. 'The official rollout of One UI 8 will introduce an AI experience that will make your everyday smarter and more convenient by enhancing the AI features first introduced in the Galaxy S25 series,' said Samsung. One UI 8 will also recognise context, offering personalised, proactive suggestions that support your unique daily routine. Features like Now Bar and Now Brief will deliver even more customized insights and suggestions through curated AI information. (For top technology news of the day, subscribe to our tech newsletter Today's Cache) One UI 8 also provides settings where you can choose to process data only on the device, as many of our Galaxy AI experiences use both on-device and cloud-based AI processing. Auracast, a broadcast audio technology based on Bluetooth LE Audio— will support audio connection via QR code scanning and sharing, allowing multiple Auracast devices like Galaxy Buds3 and hearing aids to join a shared audio stream without the manual setup. Additionally, customer support at repair centers will be faster due to QR- and NFC-enabled support accessible right in Samsung Account. You can now register with QR or NFC without having to write any registration forms, reducing wait times and simplifying service requests. The Reminder app can manage all your reminders in one place as soon as you open the app with a UX. You can also share a list of to-dos for your trip with the press of a button. You can use your voice to add reminders. With a single tap of the Quick Share button in the Quick settings panel, you can instantly send and receive files. Beta testers can sign up for the program kicking off today through the Samsung Members app, starting with the Galaxy S25, S25+ and S25 Ultra in Germany, Korea, the United Kingdom and the United States.
North Wales Live
4 days ago
- Business
- North Wales Live
Samsung is handing out free Galaxy S25 mobiles - but rare deal ends tonight
For those in the market for a new Samsung Galaxy mobile, there are currently plenty of deals to pick from. Unlike its competitor Apple, which seldom dishes out freebies, Samsung is offering the chance to get a new Galaxy S25 device for free. Samsung is gifting the standard S25 for free to anyone who pre-orders one of its latest televisions. By using the code SPRING at the online checkout, customers can get the £799 S25 mobile for £0. The caveat is that customers must pre-order a new television to receive the complimentary S25, with prices starting at over £1,000. Although the price tag can climb as high as £4,999 for a 2025 65-inch Neo QLED model, there are still some smaller devices available, such as the 55" Neo QLED QN85F 4K Vision AI Smart TV priced at £1,499. Subtracting the £799 cost of the S25 effectively reduces the price of the 55-inch Neo QLED model to a mere £700. This deal is perfect for any shoppers looking to spruce up their living room with a new telly and a snazzy phone. However, there are a few crucial points to bear in mind. Firstly, the offer is time-sensitive and will expire in just a few hours, precisely at 11:59 tonight, Tuesday, May 27, reports the Mirror. Secondly, stock levels are dwindling. The more affordable TVs, including the QN80F 4K and QN93F 4K, are already sold out, and it remains uncertain whether these screen sizes will be restocked once the free S25 deal concludes. Samsung certainly leads the way when it comes to complimentary offerings. Over the past week, the tech giant has been dishing out a slew of freebies to its customers, including a double storage offer on its latest S25 Edge mobile. Those loyal to Apple will need to turn to third-party retailers for more competitive deals, such as EE's significantly cheaper AirPods Pro 2 price compared to the official Apple store. For telly enthusiasts who can't quite stretch their budget to over £1000 for a new set, there are other bargains to be had, albeit not on flagship 2025 models. Argos is currently running a discount code sale, offering shoppers 10% off a 4K 55-inch TCL model, or a 4K UHD HDR Samsung TV for under £200. For those curious about the difference between a standard OLED or UHD 4K TV and a QLED 4K TV, it boils down to brightness and colour, with the latter boasting vibrant hues. They're also reputed to deliver swift speeds for fast-paced content. However, it's worth noting a few potential downsides. For instance, colours on a NEO QLED may appear washed out if viewed from an angle rather than head-on, and there could be issues with motion blur.
