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GSM Arena
15 hours ago
- GSM Arena
Samsung Galaxy A07, F07, and M07 are on the way
Vlad 20 June 2025 Samsung Android Samsung is working on a trio of new entry-level smartphones, the Galaxy A07, F07, and M07. For reference, note that the A06 arrived in August of last year and the A06 5G in February, alongside the F06 5G and the M06 5G. So we may be a ways off from the launch of the A07, M07, and F07. Still, all three of them have now been certified for sale in India by BIS, seemingly in 4G-only iterations based on their model numbers. Unfortunately, the certification doesn't reveal any specs whatsoever, but you probably shouldn't expect major upgrades from the last generation. The Galaxy A06 4G comes with a 6.7-inch 720x1600 LCD screen, the MediaTek Helio G85 SoC, 4/6GB of RAM, 64/128GB of eMMC 5.1 storage, a 50 MP main camera, a 2 MP depth sensor, an 8 MP selfie camera, and a 5,000 mAh battery with support for 25W wired charging. Samsung Galaxy A06 Samsung Galaxy A06 5G Samsung Galaxy F06 5G Samsung Galaxy M06 Via
Android Authority
a day ago
- Business
- Android Authority
Samsung is trying to figure out why it lost Pixel 10 chip production, but we all know why
TL;DR Samsung is 'intensively analyzing' Google's switch from Samsung to TSMC for Pixel chip production. The move apparently came as a 'shock' to Samsung last month. TSMC is generally considered superior to Samsung when it comes to chip manufacturing. Google has used Samsung to manufacture its Tensor smartphone chips since 2021, but the Pixel 10 series is widely tipped to be made by rival manufacturer TSMC. Now, Samsung is reportedly taking a closer look at this switch as part of a wider investigation into its flagging foundry business. Korean outlet The Bell (h/t: Jukanlosreve) reports that Samsung is 'intensively analyzing' Google's switch from Samsung Foundry to TSMC for its future Tensor smartphone processors. The outlet added that this switch caused a 'shock' inside and outside Samsung last month. 'Losing Google is a case that shows the complex problems of Samsung Foundry at once,' an industry source told the outlet. 'I understand that there are many discussions and concerns going on internally as well.' Why did Google make the switch? The Bell cited several reasons for Google to jump ship, including lower yields at more advanced processes, a lack of semiconductor design resources, and increased competition between Google and Samsung's smartphone arms. We can also think of consumer-facing reasons why Google switched foundries too. Smartphone chips made by TSMC instead of Samsung Foundry have generally been cooler and more efficient, enabling better battery life and reducing heating. Meanwhile, Google's Tensor-powered Pixel phones gained a reputation for running hot and offering mixed battery life. So switching Pixel chip production to TSMC could alleviate some of these issues. It doesn't sound like Samsung's next-generation manufacturing process is going smoothly, either. The company is reportedly 'struggling to proceed as planned' with the 2nm process. The company is tipped to use this process for the Exynos 2600, which might appear in the Galaxy S26 series. In any event, I'm not sure whether Samsung was truly shocked by Google's decision. We've known about this move for months now, so we're sure Samsung must've known about it for even longer. However, news emerged last month that Google's deal with TSMC could last until the Pixel 14. So it's possible that Samsung was blindsided by news of this long-term agreement. Got a tip? Talk to us! Email our staff at Email our staff at news@ . You can stay anonymous or get credit for the info, it's your choice.
GSM Arena
4 days ago
- GSM Arena
OnePlus 15 to bring some big changes Comments
OnePlus will unveil the Nord 5 and Nord CE5 on July 8, Nord 5 will use the Snapdragon 8s Gen 3
Wall Street Journal
13-06-2025
- Business
- Wall Street Journal
China's ‘Cash-for-Clunkers' Underlines Need for Structural Reform
China's plan to get consumers spending again may be working a little too well. Policymakers' rollout of subsidies for smartphones, home appliances, cars and a host of other products have spurred a long sought-after pickup in spending. But the funds needed to keep it going are running out faster than planned.
CNET
12-06-2025
- Business
- CNET
Here's How You Can Get a Free iPhone 16 Pro From T-Mobile Without Trading in an Old Phone
Phones and phone plans are some of the most expensive reoccurring expenses that we pay every month. This is especially true if you're paying off a fancy phone, like the new iPhone 16 lineup. What if we told you that T-Mobile is offering a free iPhone 16 Pro and you don't even have to trade anything in? Yes, it's true. Plus they'll pay off your current phone. Right now at T-Mobile, you can get the new iPhone 16 Pro for free when you add a line on your Experience Beyond plan. When you sign up for the Experience Beyond plan, T-Mobile will give you the iPhone 16 Pro through bill credits over a 24-month period. You can get up to four free phones by adding four lines. T-Mobile's Experience Beyond plan runs for $105 per month for one line. But if your sign up for autopay, T-Mobile will shave $5 off that price so it comes down to $100. This plan has a five-year price guarantee so your price won't go up for five years. With Experience Beyond, you get satellite services (starting July 2025) unlimited talk, text, premium data and hotspot, Netflix, Apple TV Plus and Hulu streaming services for free, in flight Wi-Fi and texting. Plus you also get unlimited text and up to 30GB of data in over 200 countries. And now, this price also includes an iPhone 16 Pro. The iPhone 16 Pro is jam packed with features. This includes a stunning 48-megapixel wide-angle camera and a 12-megapixel telephoto camera with 5x optical zoom. The display on the phone is beautiful too at 460 ppi pixel density and a peak brightness of 2,000 nits. It is powered by the A18 Pro chip and comes with iOS 18 and Apple Intelligence. This phone retails for $1,000 -- which you can save with T-Mobile. Why this deal matters A new iPhone 16 Pro will run you at least $1,000. That's a big cost along with the monthly expense of a phone plan. With this T-Mobile deal, you'll be saving a minimum of $1,000. This is because T-Mobile is also offering to cover the cost of paying off your old phone-- up to $800 per line. Just keep in mind you need to add a new line on the Experience Beyond plan to qualify. You'll be given bill credits over 24 months, meaning you'll have to stick with this plan for 24 months.
