Smartphones
One UI 5 update coming to Samsung devices late November
Multiple series get key update
Samsung Singapore announced that One UI 5, the latest update also available under Android 13, will be released progressively to Galaxy devices starting late November.
These will include devices from the S series, Z Flip and Fold series, Note series, A series, and M series.
On top of enhanced security and privacy, one of the key highlights of the new UI update is how it gives users more personalization and control over their devices.
The bolder and simpler app icons with streamlined color scheme will stand point immediately. The lock screen may also be customized to feature treasured moments.
Further personalization includes changing the wallpaper, clock style, and notification pop-ups.
Features and enhancements
One UI 5 introduces users to Routines, which triggers a sequence of actions based on different activities, and Modes which allow them to create custom phone settings to suit their usage.
Call notifications have been improved too. “Answer” and “Decline” have been redesigned with the pop-up call display for more effortless calls.
With the new Stacked widgets, one can drag and drop widgets on top of each other, swipe left or right to quickly scroll through each one, or free up space for a clean-looking Home screen.
Extract text from images, meanwhile, gives users the ability to copy text from photos automatically to their clipboards. This comes in handy for capturing content such as posters, business cards, or ingredients.
Lastly, One UI 5 also has a Connected devices menu, for users to be able to control their Samsung smart home devices from their Galaxy smartphone, and Auto switch Buds menu for Galaxy Buds.
List of devices eligible for One UI 5
- Galaxy S22
- Galaxy S22+
- Galaxy S22U
- Galaxy S21 5G
- Galaxy S21+ 5G
- Galaxy S21 Ultra 5G
- Galaxy S21 FE 5G
- Galaxy S20 FE 5G
- Galaxy S20
- Galaxy S20 Ultra 5G
- Galaxy S20+
- Galaxy S10 Lite
- Galaxy Z Flip4 5G
- Galaxy Z Fold4 5
- Galaxy Z Flip3 5G
- Galaxy Z Fold3 5G
- Galaxy Z Flip 5G
- Galaxy Z Flip
- Galaxy Z Fold2 5G
- Galaxy Note20
- Galaxy Note 20 5G
- Galaxy Note20 Ultra 5G
- Galaxy A73 5G
- Galaxy A53 5G
- Galaxy A52s 5G
- Galaxy A52 5G
- Galaxy A51
- Galaxy A32 5G
- Galaxy A23 5G
- Galaxy A22 5G
- Galaxy A13
- Galaxy A13 5G
- Galaxy A12
- Galaxy A33 5G
- Galaxy M32
- Galaxy M52 5G
- Galaxy XCover Pro2
- Galaxy XCover 5
- Galaxy XCover Pro
- Galaxy XCover6 Pro
- Galaxy Tab S8
- Galaxy Tab S8 +
- Galaxy Tab S8 Ultra
- Galaxy Tab S7 FE 5G
- Galaxy Tab S7+
- Galaxy Tab S7
- Galaxy Tab S6 Lite
- Galaxy Tab Active3
- Galaxy Tab Active4
- Galaxy Tab A8
- Galaxy Tab A7 Lite
Entertainment
Samsung brings the Galaxy Z series into Spider-Man: Brand New Day
Tracking Spidey this summer
Samsung is swinging into theaters this summer.
Ahead of the release of Spider-Man: Brand New Day, Samsung announced a new collaboration with Sony Pictures. It puts its Galaxy devices directly into the world of Marvel’s friendly neighborhood hero.
At the center of the campaign is the Spidey Tracker, an interactive experience inspired by the upcoming film. In the movie, Ned Leeds develops the tracker on a Samsung Galaxy device to help locate Spider-Man. Now, fans can use a real-world version through a dedicated website.
The tracker will serve as a hub for Spider-Man-themed content throughout the summer. Fans can follow sightings, discover hidden easter eggs, view cast appearances and interviews, and participate in community-driven activities.
Samsung says the Spidey Tracker will be available in 35 countries worldwide through SpideyTracker.com and on X via @SpideyTracker.
Galaxy devices join Spider-Man’s world
The partnership extends beyond marketing.
In Spider-Man: Brand New Day, Samsung’s Galaxy devices will be featured throughout the story. Spider-Man will be seen using a Galaxy Z Flip, while Ned Leeds relies on Galaxy Z Fold devices and Galaxy Watch wearables as he searches for the web-slinger.
According to Samsung, the collaboration highlights how its devices help users stay connected, whether they’re sharing moments with friends, keeping in touch with family, or, in Spider-Man’s case, saving New York City.
The company also said the campaign reflects the importance of human connection and self-expression, themes that have long been part of Spider-Man’s story.
More Spider-Man sightings this summer
Sony Pictures says the partnership helps expand Spider-Man’s connection to his community beyond the movie screen.
Throughout the summer, fans can expect Spider-Man-themed appearances across live events, creator content, special activations, and even select Samsung Experience Stores.
Spider-Man: Brand New Day opens exclusively in theaters on July 31.
Meanwhile, fans can start tracking their favorite wall-crawler through the Spidey Tracker beginning June 17 at 3PM ET.
Smartphones
HONOR unveils 1st cinematic video captured by its Robot Phone
Footage highlights phone’s built-in physical gimbal system
At the 28th Shanghai International Film Festival, HONOR has unveiled the first professional video captured by its upcoming Robot Phone.
The output was part of a cinematic portrait project created with ELLEMEN for SIFF jury members. The footage highlights the device’s built-in physical gimbal system, delivering exceptionally smooth handheld tracking shots while preserving full image quality.
Unlike conventional smartphone stabilization that often relies on digital cropping, the Robot Phone achieves cinema-like camera movement through physical stabilization. This enables creators to follow subjects naturally without compromising visual fidelity.
Beyond stabilization, the film also showcases a significant leap in smartphone video texture and cinematic quality.
Leveraging ARRI’s LogC knowhow at the RAW level, the footage offers exceptional flexibility in post-production and seamless integration into professional workflows.
This allows creators to make full use of ARRI’s LUT ecosystem in DaVinci Resolve to achieve an authentic cinematic look.
The HONOR Robot Phone is set to launch in Q3 of this year.
For now, you can watch the behind-the-scenes here:
News
TECNO’s SPARK 50 Pro is the latest budget smartphone battery beast
Just two months after the SPARK 50 5G
One after another, TECNO launches the SPARK 50 Pro with a beastly battery within. That’s just days after the grand launch of the POVA 8 5G in India.
Built to last
The icing of the cake has got to be the battery of the SPARK 50 Pro. However, the battery capacity will differ depending on where you live.
There’s a 5600mAh dual-cell version and a slightly larger single-cell model hitting the 6000mAh mark.
Still, despite that battery capacity, it measures just 7.8mm thin.
If you’re worried about battery longevity, the SPARK 50 Pro can still last more than 80% of their original battery capacity — even after 1900+ charging cycles in six years.
Charging support is faster at 60W, better than what TECNO’s 45W speeds in their most recent smartphones.
Beneath that battery lies MediaTek’s Helio G100 Ultimate SoC. When it comes to memory, it allows up to 24GB extended thanks to Memory Fusion 4.0.
Up front, there’s a 6.78-inch 120Hz display paired with DTS-supported dual stereo speakers.
Finally, the SPARK 50 Pro also boasts SGS Five-Star durability certification alongside IP68 and IP69 dust and water resistance — making it one of the budget-friendly devices to have such durability rating.
More than meets the eye
Unlike the base SPARK 50 5G, the SPARK 50 Pro is powered by a 50MP Sony LYTIA 600 (or LYT-600) main camera. The said sensor promises improved low-light performance compared to typical cameras in its category.
The company is also bringing its TECNO’s very-own FlashSnap capabilities found in higher CAMON series. This feature offers shutter speeds of up to 1/10,000 of a second to better capture fast-moving subjects like pets, sports, or action shots.
Speaking of, TECNO’s Universal Tone technology also returns, aiming to produce more natural-looking skin tones across different environments.
Several AI-powered editing tools are included as well. That includes AI Eraser 2.0 and AI Extender for photos, AI Noise Cancellation for clearer calls, as well as AI Health Assistant. Even Ella as your AI Assistant was not left behind.
For off the grid communication, FreeLink 2.0 exists when needed.
Pricing and Availability
The TECNO SPARK 50 Pro comes in five color choices: Ink Black, Titanium Grey, Midnight Blue, Dynamic Orange, and Cloud White.
TECNO has yet to announce official pricing and regional availability.
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