➀ Tesla signs a $16.5 billion deal with Samsung to produce next-gen AI6 chips at Samsung's Taylor, Texas fab, with Elon Musk emphasizing the strategic importance of the collaboration;

➁ Samsung's 2nm yield struggles and TSMC's dominance in 2nm technology led major clients like Apple and AMD to choose TSMC, leaving Samsung's Texas fab initially without customers;

➂ Construction of the Texas fab, 90% complete but unequipped due to lack of demand, has now secured Tesla's order and delayed its operational timeline to 2026.

➀ Foldable phones hold a stagnant 1.6% market share in 2025, with Samsung leading at 45.2%;

➁ Huawei, Honor, Lenovo, and Xiaomi show growth, while Apple's 2026 entry with a new model may boost market adoption;

➂ Apple's foldable phone in late 2026 could drive the segment into mainstream amid low 19.8 million unit shipments in a 1.25 billion smartphone market.

➀ Amazon和三星都在Galaxy Z Fold7、Galaxy Z Flip7和Galaxy Z Flip7 FE上提供优惠，这些手机两周前宣布，现在可以预订。

➁ 在每种情况下，你都可以获得一个商店礼品卡，并且无需额外费用即可获得双倍存储空间。

➂ 预订期即将结束，你必须迅速行动。

➀ Samsung Galaxy Watch7 (44mm) on sale for $199.99 at Amazon (save 39%);

➁ Samsung Galaxy Watch7 (40mm) on sale for $159.99 at Amazon (save 47%);

➂ Apple Watch Series 10 (42mm) on sale for $299 at Amazon (save 25%);

➃ Additional deals on Apple Watch Series 10 (46mm), Samsung Galaxy Watch Ultra, Huawei Watch Fit4 Pro, Garmin Epix Pro Sapphire Edition, and Fitbit Versa 4 Fitness.

➀ Samsung's 27-inch Odyssey OLED G6 gaming monitors receive significant Prime Day discounts, with the 240Hz model at $549 (31% off) and the 360Hz model at $649.

➁ Both models feature QD-OLED panels with 0.03ms response time, 1440p resolution, FreeSync Premium Pro/G-Sync compatibility, and anti-burn-in protection, positioning them as strong entry-level OLED gaming displays.

➂ A user feedback highlights the 19-minute pixel-refresh cycle (updated to 30 minutes in firmware), advising buyers to consider this maintenance aspect before purchase.

➀ Amazon Prime Day offers unprecedented discounts on 2TB SSDs from brands like Samsung, WD, and Crucial, with prices as low as $0.05 per gigabyte.

➁ The Silicon Power UD90 and Crucial P310 stand out for their balance of affordability and high speeds (up to 7,100 MB/s), while Samsung's 990 EVO Plus hits a 36% discount, its lowest price ever.

➂ Buyers face a trade-off between speed (e.g., PCIe 5.0 drives like Crucial T705) and capacity, as 4TB options may cost similar to dual 2TB drives.

➀ Samsung's 9100 Pro M.2 SSD (2TB/4TB) hits record-low prices during Prime Day, with the 2TB model at $189 and 4TB at $384;

➁ The Gen5 NVMe SSD boasts 14,700/13,400 MB/s read/write speeds and 1,200 TBW endurance, suitable for video editing and high-performance workflows;

➂ While praised for power efficiency, Tom's Hardware notes its delayed Gen5 entry compared to competitors like Phison E26-controlled drives.

➀ Samsung delays equipping its Texas fab to 2026 due to lack of customers for its 2nm process;

➁ TSMC dominates 2nm production with Apple, MediaTek, and AMD as major clients, planning significant capacity expansion;

➂ Intel faces challenges with its 18A process amid high TSMC wafer costs impacting industry competition.

➀ Samsung has started sending out invitations for its next Galaxy Unpacked event, focusing on AI-powered experiences and new hardware.

➁ The event is scheduled for July 9, 2025, at 10:00 a.m. ET, with a live stream available on Samsung.com, Samsung Newsroom, and Samsung's YouTube channel.

➂ Expectations include a new generation of foldable devices, including the Galaxy Z Fold Ultra Fold, Galaxy Z Fold 7, and Galaxy Z Flip 7, with rumored specifications such as an AMOLED display, Snapdragon 8 Elite SoC, and a 200-megapixel camera.

➀ TSMC's 2nm process yield surpasses 60%, meeting HVM requirements for stable production;

➁ Samsung's 2nm yield lags at 40%, prompting major clients like AMD, Nvidia, and Apple to prioritize TSMC capacity;

➂ TSMC's 2nm wafer price approaches $30,000, with future 1.4nm costs projected to reach $45,000 by 2028.

➀ Key Asian countries and the U.S. show rising electronics production growth, with India leading at 15% 3/12 growth in March 2025;

➁ U.S. smartphone imports plummeted 45% in April 2025 due to shifting production to India (Apple) and Vietnam (Samsung), driven by Trump administration’s tariff threats;

➂ Proposed U.S. tariffs caused market uncertainty, with potential inventory shortages and price hikes expected to reshape smartphone supply chains.

➀ Samsung's ultra-slim Galaxy S25 Edge is now available for purchase in the United States with various bonus offers including store gift cards, trade-in perks, or discounts on accessories.

➁ The Galaxy S25 Edge features a 6.7-inch AMOLED display, Snapdragon 8 Elite processor, 12GB RAM, and a 200MP main camera.

➂ The phone is priced at $1,099.99 for the 256GB model with a $50 gift card at Amazon, and $1,219.99 for the 512GB model.

➀ Samsung's 3nm chip yields remain at ~50% after three years of mass production, per South Korean reports;

➁ Major tech clients like NVIDIA and Qualcomm are shifting orders to TSMC due to Samsung's yield challenges;

➂ Samsung continues investing to improve 3nm technology amid intense competition in advanced semiconductor nodes.

➀ TSMC’s advanced roadmap for the decade positions it as the dominant leader in leading-edge logic manufacturing, creating pressure on Intel and Samsung;

➁ Intel and Samsung’s high-risk bets on GAA, BSPD, and high-NA EUV technologies failed to surpass TSMC, leaving the latter as the sole trusted choice for cutting-edge foundry services;

➂ TSMC’s execution excellence has led to a de facto monopoly, raising industry concerns about reduced competition despite its reputation for fairness and responsibility.

➀ Samsung's 2TB 9100 Pro Gen 5.0 SSD hits £219 at UK retailer SCAN, its lowest price to date;

➀ The SSD offers sequential speeds of 14,700/13,400 MB/s (read/write) and 1,200 TBW endurance, ideal for high-performance workloads;

③ Despite strong competition from brands like Crucial, Samsung's power efficiency and TLC flash make it a top pick for laptops and compact systems.

➀ Samsung's Galaxy S25 series is now complete with the new 25 Edge model, featuring a 5.8mm-thick titanium frame and Snapdragon 8 Elite SoC.

➁ The camera setup includes a 200 MP wide-angle camera, an ultra-wide 12 MP camera, and a 12 MP selfie shooter.

➂ The 6.5-inch AMOLED display has a 120 Hz refresh rate and is protected by Gorilla Glass Ceramic 2.

➀ Samsung introduces the Odyssey OLED G6, the world's first 500Hz gaming monitor, featuring anti-burn-in heat pipes and a 0.03ms response time.

➁ The 27-inch QHD panel offers VESA HDR True Black 500, HDR10+ Gaming, and Glare Free technology, with availability starting in Southeast Asia at $1,300.

➂ Despite using DisplayPort 1.4 (with DSC compression), concerns remain about compatibility and the practicality of 500Hz refresh rates for mainstream users.