Smartphones keep people connected to everything that matters and more, but sometimes users need to unplug and remove distractions. In recent years, Motorola has been tracking trends and has seen an increase in consumers, particularly younger consumers, that want to disconnect and have a healthier relationship with their phones. Research has shown that today’s solutions are unable to adequately help users disconnect, lack customization options, and are too easy to abandon.

Based on these insights, Motorola is introducing a new software experience called Moto Unplugged to help consumers take a break from the distractions of their phones. Moto Unplugged empowers people to take a step back and match their mobile experience with their mindset by allowing them to choose when and how they want to disconnect.

What makes Moto Unplugged standout is the ability to enter a special mode, allowing each user to tailor a break time to meet their individual needs. Setup is simple. The user can select permitted apps and notifications, as well as require a password to end their session. Then, when they are ready to unplug, select a time frame and start a digital break.





If a user needs to focus during work hours, they could choose to access only their email or Microsoft Teams and not see any other app for a set timeframe. Or, for those looking to disconnect for some personal time, users can choose to limit which social media and messaging apps are accessible and which are temporarily blocked and enjoy a break for however long they choose.

Moto Unplugged lets users create their own oasis without totally disconnecting, so they can relax and stay in control. That means more quality time with friends and family, more time to focus on the work that matters now, and more balance in users’ day-to-day life.

Moto Unplugged is available on motorola razr across North America. In the coming weeks it will be available to razr 40 Ultra/razr+ and razr 40 devices globally, and will be brought to additional devices in the future.


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Samsung Electronics and O2 Telefónica today announced that the companies will test advanced cloud-native vRAN (“virtualized Radio Access Network”) and Open RAN technologies in Germany. The two technologies enable network operators to set up even more flexible network architectures in which hardware and software are separated from each other and individual components are virtualized. The companies agreed to plan out a roadmap consisting of several tests in both lab and field.



O2 Telefónica and Samsung will begin conducting initial tests of 4G and 5G vRAN and Open RAN technologies in a lab located at Munich, Germany. The companies will then carry out field tests in a commercial 5G network in Landsberg am Lech, with the goal to achieve technical and operational readiness. O2 Telefónica, one of the leading mobile telecommunications providers in Germany, is transforming its network architecture towards one of the most efficient and future-proof networks built on modern RAN technologies, open interfaces and automation features.



“We believe cloud-native and autonomous architecture is a central pillar of network transformation to accelerate the adoption of innovative services, and O2 Telefónica is working with the best players in the field,” said Mallik Rao, Chief Technology & Information Officer at O2 Telefónica in Germany. “We are delighted to team up with Samsung as one of the first telecommunications providers in the European Union to test new networking solutions. We look forward to delivering the best-in-class connectivity to bring a host of new benefits to customers in the future.”



“Samsung is leading the charge in advancing vRAN and Open RAN with its proven expertise in large-scale commercial networks across multiple continents,” said Junehee Lee, Executive Vice President, Head of Global Sales & Marketing, Networks Business at Samsung Electronics. “This collaboration with O2 Telefónica in Germany represents Samsung’s ongoing commitment to forging new pathways in vRAN and Open RAN, bringing the next-generation networks one step closer.”



The vRAN solution aims to support O2 Telefónica’s way to have more computation in an elastic cloud environment, which will have positive impacts on automation, availability, deployment speed and flexible capacity steering. It also supports low latency use cases like VR/AR as well as high availability use cases in the business segment.



Open RAN disaggregation will enable more flexibility and automation in the RAN environment, as it offers open interfaces with more possibilities to develop new use cases for customers and network operation. It also provides the opportunity to integrate multiple components from different suppliers in one network.



For this collaboration, Samsung will provide its market leading 4G and 5G vRAN software and Open RAN-compliant radios supporting low- and mid-bands, including 3.5 GHz Massive MIMO radios. Samsung’s vRAN solution offers greater flexibility and outstanding performance, backed by its proven commercial track record. Leveraging the advantages of fully disaggregated and software-based architecture, Samsung’s vRAN solution also features enhanced capabilities for intelligent automation and energy savings, which help operators build more efficient and sustainable networks.



As multi-vendor integration is essential in building a robust vRAN and Open RAN ecosystem, industry-leading players — Dell Technologies (Dell PowerEdge servers), Intel (Xeon ® Scalable Processor) and Wind River (Cloud Platform) will also join this commercial pilot delivering best-in-class solutions.



Throughout the trial, the companies will also test intelligent network automation solutions to control life cycle management — from deployment and operation to maintenance — with just a simple click. Leveraging Samsung’s Service Management and Orchestration (SMO), which is an Open RAN-compliant solution, mobile operators can accelerate innovative software-based network rollouts by enabling automated deployment of thousands of network sites simultaneously.



Samsung has pioneered the successful delivery of 5G end-to-end solutions, including chipsets, radios and cores. Through ongoing research and development, Samsung drives the industry to advance 5G networks with its market-leading product portfolio, from vRAN 3.0, Open RAN, Core to private network solutions and AI-powered automation tools. The company currently provides network solutions to mobile operators that deliver connectivity to hundreds of millions of users worldwide.





About O2 Telefónica
O2 Telefónica is a leading full-service provider of telecommunications services for consumers and business customers. The portfolio of the core brand O2 and various secondary and partner brands includes not only traditional telephony and Internet connections but also innovative digital services in the area of the Internet of Things and data analysis. In mobile communications, O2 Telefónica serves more than 44 million mobile lines (incl. M2M — as of December 31, 2022). No other network operator connects more people in this country. The company’s high-performance, award-winning mobile network reaches over 99% of the population. In the fixed network, O2 Telefónica offers its customers the greatest technological diversity and geographical availability of any provider in Germany. Telefónica Deutschland Holding AG is listed on the TecDAX and MDax. In fiscal year 2022, the company generated revenues of EUR 8.2 billion with around 7,250 employees. The company is majority-owned by the Madrid-based Spanish telecommunications group Telefónica S.A., one of the largest telecommunications groups in the world. ​

Samsung Electronics today reported financial results for the third quarter ended September 30, 2023.



Total consolidated revenue was KRW 67.40 trillion, a 12% increase from the previous quarter, mainly due to new smartphone releases and higher sales of premium display products. Operating profit rose sequentially to KRW 2.43 trillion based on strong sales of flagship models in mobile and strong demand for displays, as losses at the Device Solutions (DS) Division narrowed.



The Memory Business reduced losses sequentially as sales of high valued-added products and average selling prices somewhat increased. Earnings in system semiconductors were impacted by a delay in demand recovery for major applications, but the Foundry Business posted a new quarterly high for new backlog from design wins.



The mobile panel business reported a significant increase in earnings on the back of new flagship model releases by major customers, while the large panel business narrowed losses in the quarter.



The Device eXperience (DX) Division achieved solid results due to robust sales of premium smartphones and TVs. Revenue at the Networks Business declined in major overseas markets as mobile operators scaled back investments.



Harman posted a quarterly record in operating profit, led by higher sales of car audio products amid an overall increase in orders from automotive customers and also consumer audio products such as portable speakers.



In the fourth quarter, the DS Division will focus on sales of high value-added products such as High Bandwidth Memory (HBM) while also strengthening its technological leadership. Both the DX Division and Samsung Display Corporation (SDC) will seek to maintain solid profitability by focusing on premium markets.



The Memory Business plans to expand sales of HBM3 products and will address growing demand for new interfaces while increasing the portion of advanced nodes. System semiconductors are expected to post improved results on the back of new products for mobile customers.



SDC expects to maintain strong performance in the mobile panel business, driven by robust demand for premium OLED panels for smartphones. The large panel business will expand QD-OLED sales, led by year-end seasonal demand.



The DX Division will strive to maintain solid profitability by reinforcing strategies for flagship smartphones and expanding sales of premium tablets and wearable products. For TVs, the Company expects solid seasonal demand for high value-added models. The Networks Business will seek to secure new orders in overseas markets, while the Digital Appliances Business will focus on sales of premium products and strengthening the product mix.



Harman will seek to post another robust quarter by expanding sales of audio products during end-year seasonality as well as addressing the continuing demand for automotive products.



In 2024, while macroeconomic uncertainties are likely to persist, memory market conditions are expected to recover. The DS Division will seek to expand sales of advanced node products and plans to meet demand for high-performance, high-bandwidth products by increasing sales of HBM3 and HBM3E with the industry-leading HBM production capacity in the industry. For the Foundry Business, the second generation 3-nanometer (nm) Gate-All-Around (GAA) process will start mass production and operations will begin at its new factory in Taylor, Texas. Furthermore, in the Advanced Package business, production will begin, based on the multiple orders it has received from domestic and overseas HPC customers, including orders for the Company’s turnkey service that combines logic, HBM and 2.5D advanced packaging technologies.



For SDC, the mobile panel business plans to meet increasing demand for new applications, while the large panel business will improve profitability by adding new products and enhancing yields.



The DX Division will focus on the premium market by increasing sales of flagship smartphone models and innovative TV products. The Company plans to expand the application of AI, provide tailored hyper-connected experiences via SmartThings and secure technologies in new areas such as XR. The Networks Business will aim to increase revenue by seeking business opportunities overseas and reinforcing technology leadership in core 5G chips and virtualized Radio Access Network (vRAN) solutions.



The Digital Appliances Business plans to strengthen the leadership in premium segments with global launches of appliances featuring AI technology. The Company plans to continue advancing the connectivity experience between SmartThings-based digital appliances and other devices.



Harman is expected to secure orders in new areas including automotive displays and will address demand for high-growth products such as home audio equipment.



In the third quarter, Samsung Electronics’ capital expenditure reached KRW 11.4 trillion, including KRW 10.2 trillion spent in the Device Solutions (DS) Division and KRW 0.7 trillion in Samsung Display Corporation (SDC). The cumulative total for the January-September period is KRW 36.7 trillion, with KRW 33.4 trillion allocated to the DS Division and KRW 1.6 trillion to SDC.



The full-year capital expenditure for 2023 is expected at approximately KRW 53.7 trillion, including KRW 47.5 trillion allocated to the DS Division and KRW 3.1 trillion to SDC.



Spending on memory is expected to be concentrated in Pyeongtaek, which includes completing the P3 infrastructure and progressing the P4 framework for mid- to long-term supply. The Company remains committed to investing in new technologies, such as securing industry-leading HBM production capacity. Foundry investments are expected to increase from last year, centering on production capacity expansion in Pyeongtaek for the EUV process as well as for infrastructure investment in Taylor. For SDC, investments will mainly focus on expanding capacity for flexible displays and OLED products for IT applications.

Foundry Achieves Record Backlog From Design Wins; Memory Demand To Recover in 2024​

The DS Division posted KRW 16.44 trillion in consolidated revenue and KRW 3.75 trillion in operating losses in the third quarter.



For the Memory Business, the PC and mobile demand improved by increasing adoption of high-density products in both DRAM and NAND and the completion of customers’ inventory adjustments. The server demand for generative AI-oriented, high-density and high-end products remained strong in comparison to the sluggish demand for conventional servers.



With a focus on improving profitability, the Memory Business continued to expand sales of advanced-node products such as HBM, DDR5, LPDDR5x and UFS 4.0, and it also strived to reduce inventory levels by production adjustment rather than by aggressive sales expansion.



Overall, bit growth came in under guidance but the average selling price (ASP) of both DRAM and NAND saw some decent increases when compared to the previous quarter.



Looking to the fourth quarter, thanks to effects of peak seasonality including year-end promotions and launches of new smartphones by major mobile customers, the demand for PCs and mobile is likely to improve. Additionally, the trend of high-density penetration for both PCs and mobile devices has been accelerating more than forecasted. Cloud service providers’ capital expenditure is concentrated on generative AI, so the associated server demand is expected to remain strong.



The Memory Business will expand the sales portion of highly profitable automotive products and HBM3 mass-volume business for major customers, in line with growing demand for generative AI. Through the ramp-up of Pyeongtaek Line 3, Samsung will proactively address the rising demand for new interfaces such as DDR5, LPDDR5x, PCIe Gen5 and UFS 4.0.



Looking ahead to 2024, PC and mobile demand is likely to benefit from the arrival of some replacement cycles for products sold during the initial phase of the pandemic. For DRAM, due to the spread of On-Device AI, the high-density trend in the flagship and high-end segments is expected to continue.



Overall memory demand is expected to recover gradually thanks to increasing demand for AI and normalizing inventory levels at customers, but various factors that can affect the server market — such as geopolitical issues and IT spending trends that are related to macroeconomic conditions and centered on generative AI — need to be continuously monitored.



In the third quarter, the System LSI Business posted a slower than expected improvement in earnings due to a delayed recovery in semiconductor demand and the impact from inventory adjustments.



During the quarter, the development of E2400 was completed, which has significantly improved performance for the CPU, GPU and NPU when compared to its predecessor. In addition, the Mobile Display Driver IC (DDI) achieved the highest quarterly sales this year on the back of a new product launched by customers, while the 200-megapixel image sensor has expanded the application from wide-angle cameras to telephoto cameras.



In the fourth quarter, the System LSI Business expects earnings to improve significantly, as supply to mobile customer’s new products is predicted to increase. The mobile SoC is in the final stages of development for next year’s flagship smartphones and is poised to expand the business portfolio by targeting global customers for the modem business, while also enhancing the solution capabilities for On-Device AI.



In 2024, as the mobile market is expected to pursue sales growth by increasing the portion of premium models, the System LSI Business will also seek growth by increasing sales of flagship products and expanding the business area beyond the mobile market.



Earnings at the Foundry Business remained weak as a slow recovery in major applications including mobile led to a delay in fab utilization rate improvement. However, the Foundry Business did achieve a quarterly record backlog for new design wins, centering on HPC applications.



In the fourth quarter, earnings are expected to improve as demand for semiconductors will likely increase with the launch of new products by major customers. The Foundry Business is stabilizing the GAA processes by continuously improving the yield of the second-generation 3nm process, and it also plans to secure a design infrastructure that reflects the Silicon results for 2nm.



Looking ahead to 2024, the foundry market is expected to return to a state of growth with the recovery in mobile demand and continuing increase in HPC demand. The Foundry Business plans to mass produce the second-generation 3nm process and the fourth-generation 4nm process for HPC applications. It will also strengthen the overall product portfolio by focusing on the development of specialty processes such as RF and eMRAM to expand into various applications such as HPC, automotive and consumer applications.

Mobile Display Posts Solid Results, Will Continue Focus on High-End Market​

SDC posted KRW 8.22 trillion in consolidated revenue and KRW 1.94 trillion in operating profit for the third quarter.



For the mobile display business, SDC saw a slight increase quarter-on-quarter in market demand on the back of seasonal demand and launches of new products by major smartphone makers. SDC achieved solid results by focusing on premium OLED, with the polarizing trend intensifying between high-end and mid-range-and-below markets.



For the large display business, SDC saw earnings improve from the previous quarter as it concentrated on high-end products while strengthening operational fundamentals resulted in enhanced yields and reduced losses.



In the fourth quarter, SDC expects sales in the mobile display business to remain relatively strong thanks to seasonal effects in the smartphone and IT markets. However, growth may be limited as lingering inflation and rising interest rates impact consumer sentiment. SDC will strive to generate similar results quarter-on-quarter by leveraging competitiveness in the high-end market and featuring launches of new foldable products.



For the large display business, despite concerns over prolonged tepid demand due to the economic downturn, SDC will continue its efforts to reduce losses with an enhanced product mix including an increased share of monitors.



In 2024, in spite of persistent and adverse macro factors, SDC will seek to secure robust results by utilizing its wide capabilities, including preemptive investments, development of differentiated technologies and effective management to ensure stable quality and yield.



Furthermore, as its strategic customers are releasing new products featuring OLED in the foldable smartphone, IT OLED, automotive and gaming segments, SDC will actively promote OLED’s unique selling points and create a turning point in the market.



In particular, SDC will maintain its industry leadership by developing not only technology that caters to customer needs, but also a complete supply chain — both upstream and downstream — in the high-potential AR/VR markets.

Mobile Achieves Double-Digit Profit, Will Leverage Holiday Season in Q4 ​

The MX and Networks businesses posted KRW 30.00 trillion in consolidated revenue and KRW 3.30 trillion in operating profit for the third quarter.



Overall market demand increased from the previous quarter, driven by a recovery in the global smartphone market. The sales and profitability of the MX Business increased quarter-on-quarter, driven by the successful launch of new flagship models. New foldable devices, tablets and wearables recorded strong sales, supported by a stable supply, and the Galaxy S23 series, launched in the first half of 2023, also maintained solid sales momentum.



In the fourth quarter, due to seasonality, the smartphone market is expected to grow and experience intensified competition, especially in the premium segment. Competition is also expected to increase in the mass-market segment, while market uncertainties are expected to remain due to ongoing geopolitical instability.



The MX Business will continue to maintain steady sales of its new foldable products and the Galaxy S23 series with various sales promotions in anticipation of the year-end holiday season. For tablets and wearables, the MX Business will expand sales with a focus on new premium products, leveraging seasonality and strengthening marketing campaigns in close collaboration with partners.



In 2024, smartphone market demand is expected to rebound as consumer sentiment stabilizes in anticipation of a global economic recovery, and growth in the premium segment is expected to continue. The premium segment of the tablet market is also expected to grow, while the smartwatch market is forecasted to achieve double-digit growth, with the True Wireless Stereo market set to grow modestly.



The MX Business will focus on further enhancing the smartphone experience for customers, seeking double-digit growth in annual flagship shipments and above-market smartphone revenue growth. For tablets, an emphasis will be placed on strengthening the premium product lineup, while for wearables, priority will be on expanding sales of new models and enhancing wellness features.



Moreover, the MX Business will advance generative AI technology in core features to deliver hyper-personalized experiences, as well as acquire technologies in future growth areas such as XR, Digital Health and Digital Wallet.



Through these efforts, the MX Business aims to achieve annual growth in revenue and profit in 2024 while optimizing resources to adapt to unstable market changes and improve profitability.

Visual Display and Digital Appliances To Focus on Securing Profitability​

The Visual Display and Digital Appliances businesses posted KRW 13.71 trillion in consolidated revenue and KRW 0.38 trillion in operating profit in the third quarter.



Overall market demand for TVs increased quarter-on-quarter in the third quarter, led by seasonality, but declined year-on-year due to various macroeconomic factors affecting consumer demand.



The Visual Display Business improved year-on-year profitability as it expanded its leadership in the premium market to focus on selling high-value-added products — including Neo QLEDs, OLEDs and Super Big TVs — while reducing overall costs, especially material costs.



In the fourth quarter, demand uncertainty is expected to remain unresolved due to various risks in the business environment, apart from the premium market, where solid demand is projected.



The Visual Display Business will ensure the capture of peak-season demand by enhancing its competitiveness in both online and offline channels. In addition, it aims to secure profitability by improving its high-value-added product mix with Neo QLEDs, Lifestyle Screens and Super Big TVs.



In 2024, the TV market may fluctuate due to the external risks that were also present in 2023. However, consumer sentiment is expected to turn around from this year and slightly improve to alleviate the decline in market demand.



The Visual Display Business will continue to innovate TV products, focusing on premium and lifestyle screens, to lead the ultra-high-definition and ultra-large size TV market — especially targeting demand associated with major sports events scheduled in 2024.



The Visual Display Business will continue to center on the fundamentals of TV, including picture and sound quality, as well as other features that are highly valued in the market, to allow customers to enjoy differentiated screen experiences.​

The Samsung Art Store continues to captivate the hearts of art enthusiasts worldwide — transforming living spaces into galleries with an extensive collection of artwork and photographs. Recently, New York-based artist Saya Woolfalk has garnered significant attention for her captivating and otherworldly creations.



Her unique artwork has resonated deeply with audiences, quickly making her one of the most beloved artists on the platform since March 2023. Samsung Newsroom sat down with Saya to explore her fascinating artistic universe and discuss how partnering with the Samsung Art Store has broadened access to her art.



Saya Woolfalk is a New York-based artist who masterfully blends science fiction and fantasy to reshape our understanding of reality. Her art takes the form of vibrant sculptures, installations and digital works — celebrating the fusion of different races and cultures.




▲ Saya Woolfalk

Origins of Imagination: Saya Woolfalk’s Artistic Journey and Background​

Q: Please give a brief introduction about yourself as an artist. How has your background inspired your art?



I’ve been working as a professional artist for around 20 years, but my journey as an artist began during my childhood. Growing up in New York and spending summers with my grandmother in Gifu, Japan, exposed me to a rich multicultural environment that influenced me significantly. When I began to make art in college, I pulled from this experience and found inspiration for my work. My family in Japan owned a textile company, and my grandmother taught me how to sew. As a result, most of my early work was in textiles. Looking back on those formative years, I now see most of my work as a form of quilt or textile collage — inspired by the time I spent creating with my maternal grandmother.



Within the realm of my artistic endeavors, I focus on creating worlds where diverse cultural elements collide, clash and mingle. We live in a multicultural world where people from various backgrounds cohabitate on a single planet. I strive to produce art that explores this complicated experience.



Like most artists working in speculative fiction, my work is more centered on hybridity in the present than the future.





Q: What is your approach to the creative process? How do you challenge yourself to venture into new and unfamiliar territories with your creations?



I start with drawing and painting when beginning a new piece. Then, I move on to digital rendering. My artistic process is fluid, as I’m constantly flowing between the analog and digital worlds. Amidst this dynamic interplay, my digital renderings are essentially speculative spaces where I imagine something and then build it.



With every new project, I love to explore unfamiliar territories. Having the ability and autonomy to experiment and try new things is one of the best and most fulfilling aspects of being an artist. Recently, I have been projecting video on glass — which has been quite different from other mediums I’ve used in the past.




▲ “Starship 1,” 2022

Bringing Art Home With Samsung Art Store​

Q: You have been partnering with the Samsung Art Store since March 2023 in honor of Women’s History Month. What was that experience like?



Being featured in the Samsung Art Store for Women’s History Month was exhilarating, fulfilling and incredibly rewarding. I received many congratulatory messages from friends, adding to the joy of the moment.



Thanks to The Frame and Art Store, I am able to provide unparalleled accessibility to my art. This innovative technology benefits art enthusiasts and artists alike by opening a window to a world of art that may have been difficult to reach through traditional museums or art galleries. I am deeply appreciative of the opportunity to broaden my audience globally and reach more consumers in their homes.




▲ “Sassafrass,” 2021






Q: How did you select the works that are currently displayed in the Art Store? Can you recommend some of your favorite pieces to The Frame users?



Growing up in an increasingly digital world full of technological advancements, I have always embraced technology as an integral part of my artistic journey and an innovative way to express myself. When considering which pieces to display, I carefully choose those that would be most visually appealing on a digital screen. I worked with curator Daria Brit Greene and we selected artwork that would appeal to The Frame’s vibrant and life-like screen.



While it was challenging to pick my favorites, the first piece I recommend would undoubtedly be “Daydreams of Paper Animals.” This particular artwork is a digital collage I made for a large mural at a public school in the Queens neighborhood of New York City. We printed it on tile and added hand-built details that the students could touch! Making public art is very different from making work for museums — in a way, the primary audience is the people who will interact with the pieces every day. So, I tried to get into the mindset of the kids, think about what they care about and then amplify those ideas. Imagination, or the ability to problem-solve complicated situations through creativity, is incredibly important. This artwork encourages the children to tap into that imaginative potential and inspires them to daydream when they interact with the mural every day.




▲ “Daydreams of Paper Animals,” 2017




The second piece would be the “Encyclopedia of Cloud Divination,” a captivating digital collage that was made into limited-edition prints. These pieces were the beginning of a process I now use quite often in my work. I combined traditional print methods with digital print processes to create a unique composite of the two worlds. Animations and posters were made from this piece, making my artwork more accessible to the general public.




▲ “Encyclopedia of Cloud Divination (Plate 1),” 2018





▲ “Encyclopedia of Cloud Divination (Plate 2),” 2018

Looking to the Future​

Q: As an artist who blends elements of technology into art, how has your use of technology evolved throughout the course of your career? What do you think the future will look like?



Throughout my artistic journey, technology has been an indispensable tool — from software like Photoshop to AR and VR for immersive video installations. I don’t have a definitive answer as to what the future of art will look like because I believe it will depend on how each artist integrates technology within their pieces. However, I do like the idea that art can be made more accessible through technology, just like how Samsung is doing.





Q: Can you tell us about any upcoming projects?



I am excited to announce a solo survey showcasing 20 years of my artwork at the Museum of Art and Design in New York in 2025! Please stay tuned for this exclusive exhibition.



Saya Woolfalk’s artwork will be featured in the November collection, “FALL, ABSTRACTED” on the Samsung Art Store.



Visit the Samsung Art Store in The Frame to see more of Saya’s incredible masterpieces.​

Samsung has been transforming the smartphone camera game since the release of the first Galaxy S in 2010. We’ve continually set new bars, introducing the world’s first 200MP camera sensor and the first low light Night Mode and high-powered Space Zoom settings on a phone. We’ve also brought revolutionary AI features to the smartphone category — with Galaxy’s smart and intuitive tech, it’s effortless for users to take exceptional photos and make professional quality edits.



Whether you’re a serious photographer who prefers a smartphone with professional-grade camera features, or an enthusiastic shutterbug who simply loves having more convenient ways to take great photos and videos, you can take your Galaxy camera1 game to new heights with Samsung’s One UI 6 update.

Smart Functionality Simplifies Everyday ​

One UI 6 brings AI technology upgrades to the Galaxy camera that minimize the number of steps required to perform the operations you use most, while also ensuring every shot you take is a keeper.



#1. Samsung Galaxy Enhance-X App2: Instantly apply optimal edits to photos and videos with a single touch:

• Sky Guide lets you flex your astronomy knowledge — take a photo of the starry night sky and the feature will use AI to analyze the image and show you which constellation, stars, galaxies, nebulas and clusters you captured
• Clean Lens ensures a shot looks exactly as you intended by removing blurriness from fingerprints on your camera lens
• Slow-mo helps you create slow-motion shots of normal videos by generating extra frames
• Long Exposure takes short videos (60 seconds or less) to the next level by analyzing scenes and applying a long exposure effect, like a shot of busy road traffic transformed into beautiful light trails.
• Single Take, the popular feature on Galaxy cameras, is now available in Enhance-X. It applies AI analysis to videos and picks out the best photos and clips for instantly shareable content. In the Enhance-X app, you can apply Single Take to motion images and videos that you already captured, so you can make the most of a moment even after it has passed.

#2. AI Image Clipping: Now, when you clip an object from a picture, you can instantly save it as a sticker that can then be added to other photos and videos whenever you want. A menu will pop up when you tap and hold the object, giving you the option to copy or share the cut-out or save it as a sticker or an image. If you save it as a sticker, you can easily pull it up and add it to other content whenever you’re in Editor on your phone or social apps.







#3. Document Scan: Capturing and saving documents is easier than ever with the new ability to scan content, even when your Scene Optimizer setting is turned off. Now, your phone’s AI technology will detect when you take a photo of a document and automatically pop up the Auto Scan edit screen, where you can rotate, align and save it — no extra steps required. The feature can even automatically recognize fingers in the frame and remove them. And for an extra layer of professionalism, you can use Enhance-X to remove bulldog clips so the image only shows the intended scanned document.

New Settings Let You Personalize the Way You Take Pictures​

With One UI 6, you can enjoy a host of options that let you customize your camera settings to suit your preferences and offer maximum convenience.



#4. High Resolution Quick Setting: When you take photos in Photo or Pro Mode, there’s now a Resolution button in the Quick Settings menu at the top of the screen. One tap is all you need to instantly switch your camera to high resolution shooting and snap 200MP3 photos.







#5. Custom Camera Widgets When the perfect moment suddenly arises, One UI 6 ensures you don’t have to waste precious moments navigating to your camera and choosing the right settings for the scene at hand. Now, you can save your go-to shooting modes as camera widgets that live on your home screen, so you can quickly tap a button when you want to snag a stunning Portrait or crisp nighttime selfie on the fly.

Beautiful Pics Made Simple​

One UI 6 comes with enhanced features that make it easier than ever to take, view and organize your photos and make quick edits of every kind.



#6. Intuitive Photo Editor Layout: One UI 6 brings a new and improved Tools menu to the Galaxy camera, so it’s easy to find and select the editing features you use the most. Plus, you can now correct the vertical and horizontal alignment of your photo on one convenient screen, thanks to the integration of the Straighten and Perspective functions in the Transform edit menu.







#7. New Undo and Redo Buttons: With the newly added Undo and Redo arrow buttons, you can effortlessly toggle back and forth between photo size, angle, filter and tone adjustments without worrying about making permanent changes you don’t like.







One UI 6 will be available in the coming days.4 Stay tuned to learn more about One UI 6 and how you can make your mobile experience exactly the way it should be — uniquely yours.





1 Availability of functions may vary depending on the device model.
2 Available on Galaxy S23 series, S22 series, S21 series, S20 series, Note20 series, Z Fold5, Z Flip5, Z Fold4, Z Flip4, Z Fold3, Z Flip3, Z Fold2, Z Flip 5G and Z Flip LTE, A54, A53, A34, A33, M54, M53, M34, M33 devices operating on One UI 6.0 or above.
3 Available exclusively on Galaxy S23 Ultra.
4 Timing of availability to differ by region.​

Samsung Electronics today announced that it is set to release the Galaxy Z Flip5 Retro — a limited edition phone that embodies Samsung’s legacy of innovation — from November 1 in Korea, the U.K., Germany, Spain and Australia on November 2 in France.



The Galaxy Z Flip5 Retro draws inspiration from the SGH-E700, a product that captured the market’s imagination with its exceptional design and performance 20 years ago in 2003. At that time, the SGH-E700 was a groundbreaking mobile phone, being Samsung’s first to feature a built-in antenna. This innovation, coupled with the phone’s widespread popularity, played a pivotal role in advancing Samsung’s position in the mobile phone industry.



Now, Samsung plans to engage its customers by showcasing its history of innovation, spanning from its founding to the present day, with the classic SGH-E700 and the new Galaxy Z Flip5 serving as representative examples.



Samsung Electronics has provided innovative mobile phones in the market for decades. In addition to the SGH-E700, the company has launched a series of other revolutionary mobile products, starting with the MP3 phone SPH-M2500 in 1999. This was followed by the watch phone SPH-WP10, the TV phone SCH-M220 and the camera phone SCH-V200. Each product earned acclaim for its innovative new features that pushed the boundaries of what was possible at that time.



The Galaxy Z Flip5 Retro skillfully implements various distinctive features of the SGH-E700, such as the combination of indigo blue and silver colors, a UX design reinterpretation of 2000s pixel graphics and an exclusive animation on the Flex Window that portrays a cityscape with a touch of nostalgia.



The unique package includes three Flipsuit cards featuring logos from different eras of Samsung’s history, a Flipsuit case and a collector card engraved with a unique serial number that will add to the product’s collectible value for purchasing customers.



The Galaxy Z Flip5 Retro will be available in limited quantities in Korea, the U.K., France, Germany, Spain and Australia. Consumers in these select countries can purchase this iconic device exclusively through Samsung’s official website, Samsung.com.