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The National
10-07-2025
- Business
- The National
Samsung 'can prepare' portless phone but needs wireless charging to improve
Samsung Electronics says it is in a position to develop a portless smartphone, but is keeping tabs on the progress of necessary technology such as wireless charging before taking action, a senior executive has said. Such a device would eliminate physical connectivity, making make it dependent on wireless transfers and charging, meaning it needs to be prevalent and reliable for the new category to grow, Minseok Kang, vice president of product planning at the Suwon-based company, told The National. 'If we want to launch it, I think right now we can prepare the device, but we should consider the normal user situations for using the device,' he said at the Galaxy Unpacked in Brooklyn on Wednesday. 'Definitely wireless charging should be essential for the device.' Wireless charging is slower and less common compared to the use of wires, with USB-C ports the current standard. The idea of portless smartphones is not new, with a patent for it filed by HZO Inc in the US in 2014, according to the US Patent and Trademark Office. It has since been abandoned. Issues include the slow pace of wireless charging, and the reliability and incompatibility of Bluetooth transfers – Apple has its own Airdrop technology exclusive to its devices, for instance. Apple is said to have considered a portless design for the unconfirmed and purportedly slimmer iPhone 17 Air, Bloomberg has reported. Wireless charging stations – even though they are increasingly found in public spaces, most notably coffee shops – are still much less common than wired and power bank rentals. It could leave users in need of a charger unable to find one, Mr Kang said. Portless smartphones can be 'good options' because of their unique design, he added. The move could also lead to slimmer devices, as USB-C ports are among the thickest components. 'This is one of the candidates for a future device, but engineering readiness can also be possible in short term,' he said. 'We need to think about what users want and what are the real convenience for them.' Meanwhile, Samsung hopes to launch its tri-fold smartphone – said to be called the Galaxy G Fold – by the end of the year, Mr Kang said, in what is the first official confirmation on the record. The company is keeping its expectations for the launch date flexible as it continues to fine-tune the long-rumoured device, he added. 'Definitely the device is developing internally in Samsung … but when we launch a new device or new form factor, one important thing is its completeness [for] user satisfaction and readiness for mass production,' he said. 'We are checking the key points for the final decision to commercialise the device. I can say current target is by end of this year, so we will try to launch the device to the market [by then].'
Yahoo
24-06-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Park Systems Engages Global Audience with Multilingual Showcase of Park FX AFM Solutions
SUWON, South Korea, June 24, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Park Systems, a global leader in atomic force microscopy (AFM), successfully hosted a global interactive online showcase for the Park FX Large Sample AFM Series, bringing together a worldwide audience for an in-depth exploration of its advanced metrology solutions. The event highlighted Park's most recent additions to its AFM product family, including the Park FX200, FX300, FX200 IR, and FX300 IR, through live-streamed demonstrations, and simultaneous multilingual breakout sessions. Park Systems successfully hosted a global interactive online showcase for Park FX Large Sample AFM systems. Originally introduced at key industry events, the Park FX Large Sample AFM Series was presented in a consolidated, digital-first format for the first time. Participants across Asia, Europe, and the Americas joined the event, which was broadcast in three different time zones and supported by regional breakout sessions in English, Japanese and Chinese. This global engagement effort marked a major milestone in Park Systems' digital strategy for customer engagement and interaction. The highlight of the main session was a keynote interview with Dr. Sang-Joon Cho, Executive Vice President of Research Equipment Business Unit, who provided insights into Park Systems' vision for next-generation metrology in semiconductor and materials research. Following the keynote, a live demonstration of the Park FX300 IR system showcased the complete workflow—from probe auto-exchange to laser alignment, PiFM spectroscopy, and SmartAnalysis™-based chemical imaging—emphasizing speed, automation, and high resolution. To accommodate different time zones and market needs, the online event was held in three sessions covering Asia, Europe, and the Americas. Each region conducted its own format of breakout or follow-up sessions, delivering tailored presentations in multiple languages such as Japanese, Chinese, and English. These sessions provided opportunities for deeper discussion, regional use case sharing, and live Q&A conducted in participants' native languages. The Park FX Large Sample AFM Series is designed for advanced nanoscale analysis on sample sizes up to 300 mm, serving both research and industrial applications. The systems feature automated tip exchange, StepScan™ for multi-point measurements, and optional Fan Filter Units (FFU) for cleanroom operation. The infrared models (Park FX200 IR and FX300 IR) integrate PiFM spectroscopy to simultaneously deliver topographic and chemical information with high spatial resolution. In addition to the live sessions, Park Systems introduced its SmartSimulator™, an interactive online demo that allows prospective users to remotely explore key AFM workflows, such as probe handling, scan configuration, and post-scan analysis. The demo also provides 2D and 3D image views in line profiling and region histogram profiling modes, offering users a hands-on feel for how intuitive and user-friendly Park Systems' AFM systems are — all without needing physical access to the instrument. This digital tool supports early-stage customer engagement and serves as a scalable asset in Park's continued commitment to customer satisfaction.
South China Morning Post
14-06-2025
- Entertainment
- South China Morning Post
Who is Seol In-ah, rising star from K-dramas Oh My Ghost Clients and Business Proposal?
Seol In-ah is a decade-long veteran of the screen who has steadily been raising her profile in the K-drama industry. She returns to screens in Oh My Ghost Clients , a legal comedy-drama with a fantasy twist, playing the office manager of the struggling practice of Jung Kyung-ho's labour rights lawyer, who begins offering his services to supernatural clients. Born as Bang Ye-rin in Suwon, a satellite city south of Seoul in Gyeonggi province, Seol always wanted to be an actress and was told as a teenager that becoming an idol trainee would help her kick-start her screen career. So, in middle school, she became a K-pop trainee alongside future music luminaries including Heo Young-ji, who would go on to join Kara After close to four years, Seol left the academy to focus on acting. She enrolled in the acting department of the Seoul Institute of the Arts. Seol In-ah in a still from Oh My Ghost Clients. Why we love her
South China Morning Post
05-06-2025
- South China Morning Post
South Korean teacher left with broken ribs after baseball bat attack in class
South Korean teachers' unions have called for stronger legal protections and harsher penalties after a shocking assault in which a middle school student in Suwon attacked a teacher with a baseball bat, fracturing the man's ribs during class. The Gyeonggi Teachers' Union issued a statement on Wednesday, denouncing the incident as evidence that 'teacher authority has collapsed beyond repair'. The union said it was especially alarming that the assault took place just five days after the teacher started at the school, and that it was sparked not by ongoing conflict but by dissatisfaction with a teaching method. The incident occurred on May 30 at a middle school in Suwon, when a student attacked a male teacher in his 50s with a baseball bat, saying he was dissatisfied with the way the class was being conducted. The teacher, who suffered broken ribs and other injuries, is currently receiving medical treatment. 'The fact that a student used a baseball bat to attack a teacher shows that schools are no longer safe for educators,' the union said, urging immediate action. The union outlined a list of demands, including urgent medical and psychological support for the victim, a thorough investigation into the incident and the introduction of a school police officer system. It also called for legislation to impose tougher penalties for violence against teachers, similar to laws protecting medical personnel.
Yahoo
28-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Veteran South Korean actor Choi Jung-woo dies at 68
28 May - South Korean actor Choi Jung-woo has died at age 68, according to his talent agency Bless Entertainment. The agency confirmed his passing on Tuesday, 27 May, though they have not revealed what caused his death. A funeral altar has been prepared at Gimpo Woori Hospital and reportedly, the late actor will be laid to rest at Suwon Yeonhwa Park. Choi Jung-woo built a distinguished career spanning nearly five decades after making his theatrical debut in 1975. He gained recognition for his television work, appearing in numerous popular dramas including "City Hunter," "Alone in Love," "Yi San," "Brilliant Legacy" and "The Legend of the Blue Sea." His theatrical achievements were particularly notable, earning him the Grand Prize at the Seoul Theater Festival in 1990 and the Best Actor award at the 36th Dong-A Theatre Awards for his performance in the play "Today." The veteran actor leaves behind a legacy of diverse performances across both stage and screen, having contributed to Korean entertainment for nearly half a century. (Photo Source: Korean PopDrama IG)
