Samsung and Other News

Samsung Galaxy Z Series and other New Products Pass FCC Certification

Recently, according to the latest FCC documents, three Samsung devices have been certified, including the Galaxy Z Fold 6, Galaxy Z Flip 6, and Galaxy Ring. The Galaxy Z Fold 6, model number SM-F956U, supports 5G and dual-band Wi-Fi, is equipped with the USC-C connector and wireless charging, and the folded form is the same as the Fold 5. The Galaxy Z Flip 6 is the SM-F741B, with 1097mAh and 2790mAh batteries, 25W fast charging and wireless charging, and the Galaxy Ring is the SM-Q50x (9 models), available in sizes from 5 to 12, and with battery capacities ranging from 17.0mAh to 22.5mAh. The battery capacity ranges from 17.0mAh ~ 22.5mAh and is expected to last up to 9 days.
According to previous news, Samsung is expected to hold a new product launch event in July this year.

Netflix to Stop Supporting Older Apple TVs

On June 4, streaming platform Netlifx sent out an email to some of its subscribers announcing that it will stop supporting second- and third-generation Apple TV devices starting July 31, 2024, and Netflix is recommending that affected subscribers upgrade to the new Apple TV after July 31 or use other compatible devices, such as smart TVs or Roku devices, to continue watching. Netflix says it is focusing its efforts on devices that support the latest features and updates to ensure that subscribers get the best Netflix experience.

Raspberry Pi Partners with Hailo for AI Extension Kit

Raspberry Pi announced on June 4 that it has partnered with Hailo to deliver the AI Kit expansion kit, which consists of the M.2 HAT+ and the Hailo-8L AI gas pedal, which consumes less than 2W of power, is designed for passive cooling, and is capable of reaching 13 TOPS. It can handle complex tasks such as object detection, image classification, and speech recognition in real time. The software side includes device drivers and neural network libraries to jumpstart AI projects immediately, and the AI expansion kit will be sold through a global network of certified Raspberry Pi dealers for $70.

ModRetro Launches Retro Handheld

On June 4, ModRetro launched the Chromatic retro handheld, which is based on an FPGA solution and is compatible with the Game Boy, Game Boy Color, and exclusive Chromatic cartridges. It features a 2.56-inch 160 x 144 IPS LCD screen with the same resolution as the original Game Boy, and a magnesium alloy body with a sapphire glass cover. It features a magnesium alloy body with a sapphire glass cover and is available in six colors. For connectivity, it supports USB-C video output and is compatible with the original Game Boy’s wired and IR infrared connectivity; it’s powered by 3 AA batteries, and a compatible Li-ion battery pack will be available. Pre-orders are priced at $199, with a free Tetris Chromatic cassette included, and the first orders are expected to begin shipping in the Christmas season of 2024.

Apple News

According to TheInformation, Apple is in talks with China Mobile about launching an Apple TV+ video streaming service in China, and if the talks are successful, Apple TV+ will be the only U.S. streaming service to launch in China. Apple has already reached a key agreement with Tencent to offer a number of popular Chinese apps on Vision Pro, which Tim Cook has previously confirmed will launch in China later this year, and Apple is working on launching its subscription services, such as Apple TV+ and Apple Arcade, in China. However, due to regulations, Apple will need to find a local partner to help run these services and ensure compliance.

Posted on June 6, 2024 uninstalledly editor