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Samsung Galaxy S20 FE 4G, S10 Lite, A52, and Samsung W33 5G get Android 12-based One UI 4 update

Pranav Sawant — Thu, 06 Jan 2022 18:07:09 +0000

A few days back, Samsung released the Android 12-based One UI 4 stable update for the Galaxy S20 FE. However, the update was only for the 5G models of the phone. Now, Samsung has officially rolled out the One UI 4 stable update for the Samsung Galaxy S20 FE 4G. Additionally, the update has also been pushed to the Galaxy A52, Galaxy S10 Lite, and the China-only device Samsung W22 5G.

Starting with the Galaxy S20 FE 4G, it is worth noting that the update is currently only live in Malaysia for the S20 FE 4G models with the model number SM-G780G. It has the firmware version G780GXXU3BUL9. The update brings all the Android 12 features and has the One UI 4 improvements. It also has the December 2021 security patch.

The Samsung Galaxy A52 gets the Android 12-based One UI 4 update in Russia. It has the firmware version A525FXXU4BUL8. Again, it brings the December 2021 security patch.

Coming to the Samsung Galaxy S10 Lite, the update has arrived in Spain. It is for the S10 Lite variants with the model number SM-G770F. It has the firmware version G770FXS6FULA. Similar to the S20 FE, the S10 Lite also receives the December 2021 security patch.

Lastly, the Samsung W22 5G in China has received the same update. But if you followed Samsung’s update timeline, you might know that the company already released the One UI 4 update for the W22 5G back in December 2021, however, due to some reasons the company has to halt it. Nonetheless, the new update is now available with the firmware version W2022ZCU2BULF.

Samsung W22 5G foldable phone with Snapdragon 888 launched in China

Jed John Ikoba — Wed, 13 Oct 2021 15:31:46 +0000

Just as scheduled, Samsung has launched the W22 5G foldable smartphone in China. The foldable device will be a China-only model and is an ultra-high-end customized flagship mobile phone jointly created by Samsung and China Telecom.

Just like its predecessor, the Samsung W22 5G adopts a foldable design and features support for the S Pen stylus. The device also packs Qualcomm’s flagship Snapdragon 888 chipset as well as other topnotch features such as 5G connectivity, under-screen camera, internal and external dual-screen 120Hz refresh rate support. Despite the improved features, the W22 5G will retail for 16,999 yuan (~$2,644) which is 3,000 yuan cheaper than the previous generation. We must note, though, that the W21 5G utilizes a Snapdragon 865+ chipset but Samsung didn’t include the Plus variant of the Snapdragon 888 on this model. The processor pairs with 16GB of RAM while there is a sole 512GB storage option.

The W22 5G adopts a symmetrically streamline design for the internal and external displays. The displays are protected by the Corning Gorilla Glass Victus. This is the strongest glass in the Samsung W series. The device comes in a sleek black color scheme with a gold accent at the hinges.

The small display is a 6.2-inch screen with a resolution of 2260×832 pixels and a pixel density of 387PPI. The bigger internal display is 7.6 inches in size and has a resolution of 2208×1768 pixels and a pixel density of 374PPI. As stated earlier, both the internal and external screens support a 120Hz refresh rate. The Eco2 OLED panel used for both displays reduces power consumption.

The W22 5G also arrives as the first W series phone to feature the under-screen camera technology. It packs a 4MP sensor and supports high-definition selfies. At the rear, it features a triple camera setup consisting of a 12MP wide-angle main camera, a 12MP telephoto lens, and a 12MP ultra-wide-angle sensor.

The rear casing of the device features the “Heart to the World” logo which uses dynamic light and shadow to create a majestic and atmospheric texture that will show different visual effects from different angles.

In terms of battery, the W22 5G foldable phone is equipped with a 4400mAh battery that supports 25W fast charging, 10W wireless charging, and 4.5W reverse wireless charging. The phone also supports IPX8 water resistance, which is yet another first for the W series. There is an S Pen stylus that can be handy for office or entertainment.

Reservations for the W22 5G will start at 10 o’clock on October 14 while the device will go on sale from October 22nd.

Samsung W22 5G smartphone’s design revealed in a promotional poster ahead of launch

Jeet — Tue, 12 Oct 2021 02:22:07 +0000

Samsung is gearing up to launch a new foldable smartphone, exclusively in the Chinese market, dubbed as Samsung W22 5G. As the name itself indicates, the phone is a successor to the W21 5G launched last year.

Similar to the Samsung W21 5G, which was a recolored model of the Galaxy Fold2 smartphone, the upcoming Samsung W22 5G is also an exclusive color option of the Samsung Galaxy Fold3 smartphone for the Chinese market.

Ahead of its official launch tomorrow, a teaser poster of the Samsung W22 5G has surfaced online, which has revealed the phone’s design. The phone has a black-colored body but the hinge area, as well as the logo on the back panel, has a golden hue.

The S Pen stylus provided with the phone is also in Black color with a golden colored ring at the top to match the phone’s design. This new smartphone will definitely be sold by China Telecom but we expect China Mobile and China Unicom to all sell this device.

The poster reveals that the phone will be available for pre-orders from 14th October till 21st October while the device will be up for purchase from 22nd October to 7th November. Those who purchase the phone during that period will be eligible for a gift that can be redeemed within 15 days of activating the phone.

The smartphone will have a 7.6-inch primary display and a 6.2-inch cover screen. The screens are expected to feature a 120Hz refresh rate and Gorilla Glass protection. The device is also rumored to have an under-display camera and a triple camera system.

Underneath, the device will come powered by the Qualcomm Snapdragon 888 chipset, which will be paired with up to 16GB of RAM and 512GB of internal storage. Running the One UI 3.1 based on the Android 11 operating system, the phone is expected to be powered by a 4,400mAh battery with 25W fast charging and wireless charging support.

Samsung W22 5G scheduled to launch on October 13 in China

Pranav Sawant — Sat, 09 Oct 2021 18:50:56 +0000

Samsung launched the W21 5G smartphone last year and now it seems to be the time that the device gets a successor. Today, Samsung has officially announced the launch date of its successor dubbed Samsung W22 5G.

The Samsung W22 5G will launch on October 13 at 7 PM local time in China. The device is expected to be available for purchase in China soon after its unveiling.

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As learned by previous leaks, the Samsung W22 5G will bring the same design as the recently launched Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 3. It won’t just borrow the exteriors, rather it will also have the same internal as the Z Fold 3. The W22 5G will come powered by the Qualcomm Snapdragon 888 chipset paired with up to 16GB of RAM and 512GB of internal storage.

The foldable device is expected to have a 7.6-inch primary display and a 6.2-inch cover screen. The screens are expected to feature a 120Hz refresh rate and Gorilla Glass protection. The device is also rumoured to have Under-display-camera and a triple camera system.

Considering that it has the same design as the Z Fold 3, the W22 might also have a 4,400mAh battery with support for fast charging. The numbers might differ but we can expect a 25W wired fast charging and 11W wireless fast charging, similar to the Galaxy Z Fold 3.

As far as pricing is concerned, rumours have it that the phone may cost CNY 18,999(~$2,949). If this is to be believed then it will be way expensive than the Z Fold 3’s launch price of CNY 14,999(~$2,328).

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Samsung W22 5G render leaks online showcasing design similar to Galaxy Z Fold3

Jeet — Fri, 17 Sep 2021 05:33:18 +0000

Samsung has taken the charge of making foldable smartphones mainstream and has already launched several models in the market. The latest devices from the South Korean giant with foldable screens include the Galaxy Z Fold3 and Galaxy Z Flip3.

Now, an upcoming foldable smartphone from Samsung, dubbed as Samsung W22 5G which is exclusive for the Chinese market, has leaked online. As the name indicates, the phone will be unveiled as a successor to the Samsung W21 5G launched last year.

The Samsung W22 5G is said to be based on the Galaxy Z Fold3 smartphone but the device is expected to come with a slightly modified design or even different dimensions. Its predecessor, the W21 5G also had a bit different design compared to the Galaxy Z Fold2.

From the leaked image, it’s evident that the upcoming China-exclusive foldable smartphone from Samsung features an under-display camera (UDC) technology and new wallpaper. As of now, nothing much is known about this new product. It is also not known if the device will come with support for the S-Pen stylus.

The Samsung W21 5G launched in China last year was priced 50 percent more than the international version of Galaxy Z Fold 2, so there’s a possibility that the upcoming W22 5G could be priced a lot more than the Galaxy Z Fold3 smartphone.

Given that the phone’s image has already leaked online, we expect to get more details about the Samsung W22 5G in the coming days or weeks as well as the phone’s pricing and availability details. If we are to speculate, then we expect the smartphone to go official by the end of this year.

Samsung W22 5G will reportedly share design with the Galaxy Z Fold 3

Jed John Ikoba — Wed, 23 Jun 2021 12:22:12 +0000

There are indications that the upcoming China-only Samsung W22 5G is the Galaxy Z Fold3. A recently sighted online report highlighted that the Z Fold3 and W22 5G (SM-W2022) would be identical in many areas, with slight changes design-wise. It is also almost sure that the new Chinese model will have dual SIM capabilities to suit the Chinese market.

The move by Samsung relating to its Chinese version of the Galaxy Z Fold3 follows a visible trend by the maker in naming alternative models for its China offerings in recent years. From 2019, Samsung has unveiled the Galaxy Fold and Z Fold2 to China as the Galaxy W20 and W21.

When the W22 finally berths in China, we also expect it to be supplied exclusively by China Telecom. Not much has been divulged about the W22, but it is known that it will sport a single black color and have 512GB of internal storage.

The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3 is expected to go official in August 2021, and it is unlikely that the W22 5G will be unveiled before then. Not much is known yet about the possible price of the W22 5G, as what is out there is based on speculations. However, we can be confident that the W22 will be priced above CNY 20,000 (~$3,000) which is the amount the W21 was sold in China.

Samsung is yet to put out any public statement either refuting or acknowledging the news, fuelling the speculations further. The coming weeks will however establish the authenticity of the reports relating to the Samsung Galaxy W22.

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