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.

① The Samsung T7 2TB external SSD offers a compact, lower-cost alternative to the rugged T7 Shield model with a 10Gbps USB Type-C interface;

② Measuring 57x85x8mm and available in multiple colors, it includes both USB Type-A and Type-C cables, though labeling visibility is limited;

③ While not the fastest in its class, it targets users prioritizing affordability and Samsung-branded reliability for portable storage needs.

➀ Samsung has announced that its next Galaxy Unpacked event will take place on May 12, 2025, at 8:00 p.m. ET.

➁ The event will be a virtual one, streamed live on Samsung Newsroom and YouTube channel.

➂ Samsung will unveil the latest addition to the Galaxy S family, the S25 Edge, featuring a 200MP camera, ultra-slim body, and AI-enhanced features.

➀ Samsung may reintroduce its Exynos silicon into the Galaxy S26 flagship phones for 2026;

➁ The move is driven by significant financial losses from using only Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite processors in the Galaxy S25 phones;

➂ The Exynos 2600 rollout may be limited to Europe due to low production yield of the 2-nanometer GAA process.

➀ Companies often adopt or iterate on popular features from rivals to bring their products up to feature parity or to keep users in their ecosystem.

➁ Google's development of the 'inactivity robot' mirrors a feature already found on Apple's iOS 18.01.

➂ Now, Google is developing Android Desktop Mode to rival Samsung's DeX.

➀ Researchers from Queen Mary University, Nottingham, and Glasgow received £6M EPSRC funding to develop 2D materials and devices, with £2M contributed by 20+ industrial partners;

➁ The project aims to replace silicon with 2D materials, potentially reducing data center energy consumption by 90% and supporting Net Zero goals;

➂ Major semiconductor firms like TSMC, Intel, and Samsung have included 2D materials in their 2040 roadmaps, with the UK aiming to lead in ultra-low-energy 2D devices before 2040.

➀ Samsung Electronics is reducing production of DDR4 memory and scaling back its HBM2E business to focus on HBM3E and HBM4 products.

➁ Analysts believe this move is a response to the rise of Chinese firms in mature-process memory, forcing Samsung to retreat from segments with intense low-cost competition.

➂ Samsung is aiming to pass Nvidia's HBM3E certification to boost production and gain early leadership in the emerging HBM4 market.

➀ Samsung T7 Shield 2TB USB Type-C SSD is reviewed;

➁ The SSD is used for field work and backup;

➂ It offers IP65 water and dust resistance and includes USB Type-A to Type-C and Type-C to Type-C cables.

➀ Private Wireless Radio Access Network (RAN) revenues grew 40% in 2024, contrasting with the decline in public RAN revenues;

➁ Dell’Oro Group's Stefan Pongratz highlights the promising growth trajectory of private wireless in the RAN market;

➂ The report expects private wireless RAN revenue to grow at a 15 to 20 percent CAGR by 2029, accounting for 5 to 10 percent of total RAN.

➀ Q1 2025 smartphone shipments increased by 1.5% year-on-year to 304.9 million units, according to IDC.

➁ Chinese vendors, supported by government subsidies, saw significant growth in the domestic market.

➂ Samsung led the market, followed by Apple, Xiaomi, OPPO, and vivo, with notable growth for vivo and OPPO.

➀ This article lists the top ten semiconductor companies in 2024, based on data from Gartner.

➁ The top five companies are Nvidia, Samsung, Intel, Hynix, and Qualcomm.

➂ The full list includes other notable companies such as Broadcom, Micron, AMD, and MediaTek.

➀ The newly imposed U.S. import duties are likely to significantly increase the cost of storage devices due to their impact on HDD and SSD manufacturers.

➁ HDD manufacturers like Seagate, Toshiba, and Western Digital have complex supply chains with production in various countries, making them susceptible to high tariffs on Chinese-made drives.

➂ SSD manufacturers face challenges due to the 'country of origin' rules, potentially leading to increased costs if they are not assembled in countries exempt from tariffs.

➀ Samsung has established a team to develop 1nm process technology using high-NA EUV machines for mass production in 2029, according to the Seoul Economic Daily.

➁ It is unclear whether Samsung has ordered any of ASML's $350 million high-NA EUV machines.

➂ Samsung denied reports of canceling its 1.4nm process development, admitting project delays and a rumored shift of resources to the 2nm process.

➀ Over several decades, the price of televisions has decreased due to mass production;

➁ Samsung's TVs are produced in Mexico for the North American market, mitigating the impact of tariffs;

➂ Samsung offers a wide range of TVs, from entry-level models under $500 to high-end models like the $39,999.99 98-inch Neo QLED 8K QN990C.

➀ Semiconductor capital expenditures (CapEx) are expected to decrease to $155 billion in 2024, before increasing to $160 billion in 2025.

➁ TSMC plans a significant increase in CapEx for 2025, estimating between $38 billion and $42 billion, while Micron Technology is projecting $14 billion.

➂ The CHIPS Act has allocated $32 billion in grants and $6 billion in loans to support semiconductor manufacturing in the U.S.

➀ Genuine marketing images of Samsung's upcoming Galaxy S25 Edge have emerged, showcasing three colorways: Jet Black, Icy Blue, and Silver.

➁ The S25 Edge is expected to be the thinnest Android flagship phone ever, with a thickness of around 5.8mm.

➂ It is powered by a Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite processor, 12GB of RAM, and up to 512GB of storage.

➀ Samsung has launched a new line of monitors, including a glasses-free 3D gaming monitor;

➁ The G90XF model offers a 4K resolution and 165 Hz refresh rate with an autostereoscopic display;

➂ Samsung's Odyssey G8 OLED monitor, the G81SF, features a 4K QD-OLED panel running at 240 Hz.

➀ Samsung has released their new 9100 PRO 2TB Gen5 NVMe SSD;

➁ The drive is vertically integrated with Samsung's own controller and 236-layer TLC NAND;

➂ The 2TB model offers 14700 MB/s sequential read and 13400 MB/s write speeds, targeting the top-end of Gen5 performance.

➀ The Samsung 9100 Pro is Samsung's answer to the high-end PCIe 5.0 storage market, offering good performance and power efficiency.

➁ The drive is available in capacities up to 8TB and uses Samsung's 236-Layer V8 TLC flash memory.

➂ While not the fastest on the market, the 9100 Pro provides a solid and refined option for those seeking high-end storage.

➀ Samsung's 990 EVO Plus 4TB SSD is currently available for $249 on Amazon, which is a significant discount from its regular price of $270.

➁ The SSD offers high performance with read/write speeds up to 7,250/6,300 MB/s and comes with a five-year warranty.

➂ This deal is particularly good considering the SSD's newer technology and its affordability.