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Android Authority
a day ago
- Android Authority
One UI 8 could bring some frustrating changes to audio settings
Ryan Haines / Android Authority TL;DR One UI 8 could change sound quality settings for Samsung Galaxy devices. The new interface reportedly shows different menus with and without Galaxy Buds connected to the phone. Samsung may be exploring ways to integrate options from the Galaxy Buds Manager right into system settings. Samsung's One UI 8 update is arriving soon. From Android 16's live updates to more insights in Now Brief and improved lock screen customization features, the One UI 8 beta has already given us a glimpse of some notable improvements. And then, there might be some unwelcome additions affecting a subset of users. With One UI 8, Samsung is reportedly changing how we configure the 'Sound quality and effects' settings on our Galaxy devices. SamMobile notes this interface appears differently when your phone or tablet is connected to a pair of Galaxy Buds compared to when it's not. Samsung appears to be embedding controls for the Galaxy Buds right into the system Settings instead of just limiting them to the dedicated Galaxy Buds Manager or the Galaxy Wearable apps. Therefore, with One UI 8 beta, the menu at Settings > Sound and vibration > Sound quality and effects shows controls exclusively for the earbuds when they are connected. In contrast, the same menu shows settings for the phone's speakers (or any other audio devices) when the earbuds are not connected. This essentially means that audio settings for the phone's speakers are hidden and cannot be tweaked when earbuds — and more specifically, any version of the Galaxy Buds — are connected. Among the most significant changes, the update replaces system-wide EQ settings with just those for the Galaxy Buds and Dolby Atmos settings with 360-degree audio for the Buds. Here's a comparison between the menu on One UI 8 (left) and One UI 7. Sound quality and effects settings on One UI 8 beta with Galaxy Buds connected. Settings on One UI 7. The change also eliminates the 'Custom EQ' settings for certain users, as reported on Reddit by u/dragosslash. We hope this is only a bug, as Android Authority contributor Zac Kew-Denniss confirms Custom EQ is still available with the Galaxy Buds 3 Pro connected. While one could argue that this change streamlines the audio settings on a Galaxy device running One UI 8, it could also be frustrating when multiple audio outputs are connected to the same Samsung phone. We couldn't immediately verify what happens when the speaker is chosen as the audio output while earbuds are still connected. The reported update comes just days after Samsung updated the interface for its Galaxy Buds Manager app (via X tipster Tarun Vats), grouping similar settings into sections. Got a tip? Talk to us! Email our staff at Email our staff at news@ . You can stay anonymous or get credit for the info, it's your choice.
Android Authority
3 days ago
- Android Authority
Samsung's next budget earbuds sound like they have incredible battery life
Ryan Haines / Android Authority TL;DR Samsung appears to have accidentally leaked details about the Galaxy Buds Core. The earbuds will have active noise cancelation, Bluetooth 5.4, and an IP54 rating. With ANC turned off, the earbuds can reportedly last for 35 hours on a single charge. Samsung is preparing to launch the Galaxy Buds Core, which is set to replace the Galaxy Buds FE. We still don't have a launch date for these budget earbuds, but a recently leaked listing seems to suggest the launch could be close. This listing also revealed the design and some of the specs. The Galaxy Buds Core (SM-R410) made a brief appearance on Samsung UAE's website. Although the listing has since been taken down, the folks over at SamMobile managed to capture a screenshot and save some of the details. Based on the image, it looks like the Galaxy Buds Core will look similar to the Galaxy Buds FE. According to the outlet, these earbuds will be available in black or white. It seems we can also expect it to feature active noise cancelation (ANC), just like the FE. Additionally, it's reported that the Core will support Bluetooth 5.4 and three audio codecs: AAC, SBC, and SSC. Reportedly, each earbud weighs 53g and measures 19.2×17.1×22.2mm. And these earbuds should have decent water and dust protection with an IP54 rating. The most surprising spec mentioned is the battery life. An earlier certification listing suggested that Samsung would give these earbuds a battery upgrade. That listing had the earbuds rated for 200mAh, likely 100mAh per earbud, and 500mAh for the case. According to SamMobile, the listing on Samsung's website says the Core can last for an impressive 35 hours on a single charge when ANC is turned off. This time is reduced to 20 hours with ANC turned on. Samsung just recently announced that it will hold its next Unpacked event on July 9. There's a possibility that the company could be waiting for that day to launch these earbuds. Unfortunately, rumors point to the Galaxy Buds Core not getting a US release. Reserve the next Galaxy for $50 Samsung Credit and a chance to win $5,000! Reserve the next Galaxy for $50 Samsung Credit and a chance to win $5,000! Unpacked is coming. The next generation of Galaxy is coming! Reserve your new Galaxy device today ahead of the July 9 launch and receive $50 Samsung Credit when you preorder and purchase the reserved device. Samsung is also offering 3x Samsung reward points in your pre-order purchase and a sweepstakes entry for a prize of $5,000 for one lucky winner! See price at Samsung Reserve the next Galaxy for $50 Samsung Credit and more savings! Got a tip? Talk to us! Email our staff at Email our staff at news@ . You can stay anonymous or get credit for the info, it's your choice.
Tom's Guide
4 days ago
- Tom's Guide
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 and Z Flip 7 prices leaked — and it's worse than we expected
A new leak has revealed potential prices for the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 and Galaxy Z Flip 7, and it's scary news for anyone looking to buy the upcoming foldable smartphones. The leak, which originates from NieuweMobiel (via SamMobile), reveals listings for the Galaxy Z Fold 7 and Galaxy Z Flip 7 on an Italian electronics store website, with prices of €2,227 for the 16GB Galaxy Z Fold 7. Meanwhile, the 512GB Galaxy Z Flip 7 is expected to cost €1,425, according to the leak. That means the prices are about €200 higher for the Z Fold 7 and €100 higher for the Z Flip 7 compared with the previous Z Fold 6 and Z Flip 6. Now, there are two caveats here: first, these are prices from a leaker from an Italian retailer. The leaker could be mistaken, or the retailer could be mistaken. The Italian electronics store could have posted the prices as a placeholder, and we're all jumping to conclusions that the prices are accurate. Another thing to note is that these prices may not be reflected in the United States. Samsung doesn't always synchronize its prices across regions, so there's always a chance the phones won't increase in the U.S. If this leak ends up being true, Samsung needs to figure out a way to justify increasing the price on what is already one of the most expensive smartphones on the market (and a more reasonable flip phone that still costs more than your average phone). We've seen numerous Galaxy Z Fold 7 rumors leading up to the Galaxy Unpacked event, which was just announced for July 9. For example, we heard that the phone will be substantially thinner than the last generation. Get instant access to breaking news, the hottest reviews, great deals and helpful tips. We saw what a leaker claimed to be official renders of the phone, and they look great, but a great-looking phone hardly justifies a massive price increase. What could justify the price hike is the rumored Snapdragon 8 Elite chip, one of the most powerful SoCs on the market. Finally, we've also heard that the Galaxy Z Fold 7 will have a massive 8-inch display, which could help make the cost make sense.
Time of India
4 days ago
- Time of India
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 7 colour leaked: Expected to come with exotic and refreshing shades
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 7colour leaks: Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 7 design has just surfaced, and the leaks are turning heads well ahead of its anticipated July 2025 launch. Reports spotlight a more refined, boxier silhouette, thinner hinge, and a significantly larger cover display, spotlighting Samsung's commitment to foldable phone innovation. Early images tease vibrant colour options, hinting at style and sophistication. As leaks reveal a sleeker, smarter, and more expressive device, it's clear that Samsung is raising the bar for clamshell foldable. If foldable tech excites you—or you're curious about what's next—this sneak peek promises bold aesthetics and cutting-edge design worth watching. Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 7 expected launch timeline It is expected to come next month in July but Samsung has not yet confirmed. Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 7 colour leaks Evan Blass, a frequent leaker with an excellent track record, has made mockups of the upcoming flip phones available, revealing their colours and other details. There are hints in the models that SamMobile obtained that the Galaxy Z Flip7 would have a new design, such as a whole exterior cover screen when the phone is folded, as opposed to the Z Flip6's present form. In addition, compared to the Z Flip6, the bezels surrounding the screen are significantly thinner in the updated renderings. Then there are the hues. The Z Flip7 will be available in three colours if these rumours are accurate. Samsung customers are accustomed to blue and black, but the third colour is rumoured to be coral red. According to the illustrations, this is a striking, seductive shade that is difficult to overlook. It's perfect if you're the person who easily forgets your phone while it's on a black seat on a flight, for example. The coral red one is easy to identify. Although the colour accuracy of the renders is difficult to determine, this shade will be exotic and revitalizing if it is accurate. Additionally, the models make the new phone appear incredibly slim, particularly in comparison to the upcoming Galaxy Z Flip FE. Like previous Z Flip phones, the FE has a smaller exterior display and a thicker appearance, but it still accounts for a sizable portion of the phone's form factor. Since this will be the first fan edition foldable, it's difficult to determine exactly what to think of it based just on pictures. The price might be the most crucial feature, notably how much less expensive it is than the standard version. For the latest and more interesting tech news, keep reading Indiatimes Tech.
Forbes
5 days ago
- Forbes
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 7 Design And Colors Revealed In New Leak
The next phones from Samsung are expected to be the Galaxy Z Fold7 and Galaxy Z Flip 7, joined perhaps by a more affordable model, likely called the Galaxy Z Flip FE (where FE stands for fan edition). A new leak shows what the Flip7 and Flip FE are going to look like, including what colors they will sport. In 2024 it was the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip6 Olympic edition. What will this year's flip phone be like? Regular leaker Evan Blass, who has a strong and solid track record in his leaks, has released renders of the new flip phones, showing their colors and more. In the renders, picked up by SamMobile, there are indications that the Galaxy Z Flip7 will have an updated design, for example with a full external cover screen on the folded phone, instead of the design on the current Z Flip6. The bezels that surround the display also look much slimmer on the new renders than they are on the Z Flip6. And then there's the colors. The Z Flip7, if these leaks are correct, will come in three colors. Blue and black are familiar to Samsung users, but the third, it's claimed, will be coral red. The renders show this to be an eye-catching, sultry shade that will be hard to miss — and ideal if you're the sort of person who finds it easy to leave your phone behind because it's lying on a black seat on an airplane, for instance. You'll spot the coral red one easily. It's hard to know exactly how accurate the renders are in terms of color, but if accurate, this will be an exotic, refreshing shade. The renders also show the new phone as being extremely thin, especially when compared to the forthcoming Galaxy Z Flip FE. The FE not only looks thicker, but has a smaller external display, similar to earlier Z Flip phones — though it still makes up a significant part of the phone's form factor. This will be the first-ever fan edition foldable, so it's hard to know exactly what to make of it from images alone: the most important specification may turn out to be the price, specifically, how much cheaper it is than the regular edition.
