Leaked Galaxy Tab S6 renders show what we already know

It has been renders galore this week for upcoming Samsung products. We’re seeing leaked Galaxy Tab S6 renders today. The Galaxy Note 10 and Galaxy Watch Active 2 have already surfaced in this manner over the past few days.

These renders for Samsung’s new flagship tablet show what we already know to be true about the device. It takes a lot of cues from the Galaxy Tab S5e, which means there’s no 3.5mm headphone jack either, while also introducing a dual camera setup to the mix.

Galaxy Tab S6 renders have surfaced

We were the first to leak real live images of the Galaxy Tab S6 and also to confirm that this tablet won’t actually be called the Galaxy Tab S5. Samsung is skipping that to go straight to the Tab S6 branding. Our report mentioned that there’s going to be a dual camera and a groove at the back to which the S Pen would magnetically attach.

That’s what we get to see in these renders which show the S Pen magnetically attached at the back. The S Pen has been redesigned as well and doesn’t seem to have a metal ring like before. It will be color-matched with the tablet.

The dual camera system is hard to miss as well. Overall, the design doesn’t stray too far from the Galaxy Tab S5e with a metal construction which should be both thin and light. A keyboard cover accessory can be seen as well which would obviously be sold separately. The colors seen in these renders include blue, grey and pink.

Samsung’s new flagship tablet will feature a 10.5-inch display, Snapdragon 855 with 6GB RAM and 128GB of storage on the base model. There will be both Wi-Fi and LTE variants on offer. The company is likely going to launch the Galaxy Tab S6 alongside the Galaxy Note 10 on August 7 in New York City.

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Galaxy A10e and A20 should soon be launched in the US by Verizon

The Galaxy A10e and Galaxy A20 should soon become available for purchase in the United States through the country’s largest mobile carrier, Verizon Wireless. That is, according to a recent tweet from WinFuture’s Roland Quandt, who doesn’t reveal any specific dates, but adds that the Galaxy A10e and A20 will hit the shelves for $179 and $249, respectively.

This doesn’t come as much of a surprise considering that both the aforementioned models have been confirmed by Samsung last month to arrive in the United States in a similar timeframe as the Galaxy A50 – and for the exact prices mentioned above. With the Galaxy A50 already being offered by Verizon, it’s logical to assume that the A10e and A20 should follow suit sooner rather than later.

A couple of US-based carriers have already beaten Verizon to the punch; at least as far as the Galaxy A10e is concerned. AT&T was the first to deliver the device stateside late last week for the price of $209, and earlier today the phone became available through Boost Mobile. Both the Galaxy A10e and Galaxy A20 fit in the budget segment, having been equipped with 720p displays, 32GB of onboard storage, and the Exynos 7884/Exynos 7884B chipsets. The Galaxy A20’s higher price tag is partly justified by the inclusion of a dual-camera and a rear-mounted fingerprint scanner.

Galaxy A10e

• Model: SM-A102U
• Dimensions: 147.3 x 69.6 x 8.4mm
• Display: 5.8" (147.32mm) TFT
• CPU: Exynos 7884B
• Camera: 8 MP, CMOS F1.9

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Galaxy A20

• Model: SM-A205F
• Dimensions: 158.4 x 74.7 x 7.8mm
• Display: 6.4"(162.5mm) Super AMOLED
• CPU: Exynos 7885
• Camera: 13 MP, CMOS & 5MP, CMOS

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No, the Galaxy Note 10 won’t be getting an LED notification light

There has been some speculation today, based on a trademark of all things, that the Galaxy Note 10 might have an LED notification light. We might not be talking about this had things not changed with the Galaxy S10. You may recall that it doesn’t have a notification LED. The reason is quite simple. Its Infinity-O display doesn’t leave enough space for a notification LED.

Even though the position of the camera hole will be different, the Galaxy Note 10 will also tout an Infinity-O display. So it’s going to have the same limitation. The other sensors will be present but there won’t be a notification LED.

No, a Galaxy Note 10 LED notification light isn’t likely

The European Union Intellectual Property Office has approved a Samsung trademark application for “Samsung LED Illuminated.” The description mentions “LED for displays; LED for mobile phones; LED for mobile phone flash; LED display; LED-lighting; LED headlights,” so on and so forth.

It’s understandable why some might feel that perhaps Samsung may have found a way around this limitation. It can’t stick a notification LED on the bezel since they’re quite slim. Perhaps the camera light ring might be used as a replacement? There are some third-party apps which allow you to use the Galaxy S10’s camera light ring, which turns on when facial recognition is actively detecting a face, as a battery indicator.

There nothing to suggest so far that Samsung is looking at a similar implementation for notifications. One thing is for sure, though. It’s highly unlikely that the Galaxy Note 10 is going to have a notification LED. So it would be best not to keep your fingers crossed for it.

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Why the Galaxy S10 Night mode is best used for ultra-wide photos

The dedicated Night mode Samsung brought to the Galaxy S10e, Galaxy S10, and Galaxy S10+ camera is quite impressive, as we found out when we first tested it, and recently, I’ve come to realize that Night mode is best used for taking ultra-wide photos at night. Night mode works great for photos from the primary rear camera, but the primary camera doesn’t have nearly enough trouble at night as the ultra-wide lens.

Ultra-wide camera is more limited in low-light conditions

That’s because while the primary camera has an aperture of F1.5, the ultra-wide lens has an aperture of F2.2. In layman terms, the aperture is the opening through which light enters the lens, and a lower aperture number is equal to a wider lens opening. A higher aperture value – F2.2 in the case of the Galaxy S10’s ultra-wide camera – means you get a smaller opening, so less light can get in.

And that means there’s often a lot of noise in night-time ultra-wide photos taken in the automatic Photo mode, let alone those taken in the kind of dark conditions Night mode is designed for. That’s why I’ve begun using Night mode for almost all ultra-wide pictures I take after the sun sets. Night mode doesn’t completely fix the noise in ultra-wide pictures (thanks to that F2.2 aperture) and detail doesn’t increase considerably, either, but I still think the brighter pictures and slightly better detail that you get makes it worthwhile.

Check out two different scenes captured with the ultra-wide camera in automatic and Night mode below (swipe left for the Night mode image). They’re not the best examples as I only took them while writing this article for the sake of comparison, so I’ve also added a gallery of two ultra-wide Night mode pictures I captured at random times.

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Night mode photos too bright? There’s a solution for that

While Night mode photos are usually quite useful, they can sometimes be too bright, but there’s a solution for that: You simply have to reduce the exposure of the scene a bit before you hit the shutter button. You can do that using the exposure slider that pops up on-screen when you tap on any part of the scene in the viewfinder – here’s a GIF in case you don’t know what I’m talking about.

Below are the same two scenes that I compared above, this time with the image from automatic mode next to the Night mode image that I got after manually reducing exposure:

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By reducing exposure, you’re basically telling the camera you want a darker photo, preventing it from blowing things up and ruining the picture with too much light. It’s useful when all you want is lower noise and higher detail in a scene without making it brighter, and it’s something you can use for Night mode pictures using the primary rear camera as well.

You can experiment with how much exposure works the best for a particular scene, but I’d not recommend turning it all the way down as that usually results in a very dark image that beats the very purpose of Night mode. And yes, you can also manually increase exposure as well when the occasion calls for it, although I’ve never personally felt the need to do that for ultra-wide Night mode pictures.

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How often do you use Night mode when taking pictures with your Galaxy S10? Do you use it both for regular and ultra-wide pictures or just one of the two in most instances? Let me know in the comments!

Galaxy S10e

• Model: SM-G970F
• Dimensions: 69.9 x 142.2 x 7.9mm
• Display: 5.8” (146.5mm) Super AMOLED
• CPU: Exynos 9820 Octa
• Camera: 12 MP, CMOS F1.5/F2.4 (77°) & 16MP, CMOS F2.2 (123°)Ultra Wide

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Galaxy S10

• Model: SM-G973F
• Dimensions: 70.4 x 149.9 x 7.8mm
• Display: 6.1"(157.5mm) Super AMOLED
• CPU: Exynos 9820 Octa
• Camera: 12 MP.CMOS F2.4 45° Telephoto & 12MP F1.5 77° & 16MP F2.2 123° Ultra-wide

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Galaxy S10 Plus

• Model: SM-G975F
• Dimensions: 74.1 x 157.6 x 7.8mm
• Display: 6.4"(162.5mm) Super AMOLED
• CPU: Exynos 9820 Octa
• Camera: 12 MP.CMOS F2.4 45° Telephoto & 12MP F1.5/F2.4 77° & 16MP F2.2 123° Ultra-wide

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Daily Deal: 33% off Trianium Clarium Case for Galaxy S10

Smartphone cases are used to protect your expensive device. They make sure you’ll be able to use it for a longer period of time and by preventing the device from scratching or breaking, they make sure it will hold some value when you want to sell it. This case for the Galaxy S10 has dual-layer protection. It comes with a shock-absorbing bumper combined with a poly-carbonate back plate to guarantee good protection. It also has reinforced corner protection for maximum shielding and grip.

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The Galaxy A10s will reportedly have a 2MP secondary camera

We’ve speculated based on an early FCC listing that the upcoming Galaxy A10s will be equipped with a dual-camera system. Now, additional information surrounding the camera setup has emerged via Ishan Agarwal on Twitter, and the device will reportedly have a 13-megapixel unit coupled with a 2-megapixel rear-facing shooter. This is rather unusual because Samsung usually sticks to at least a 5-megapixel secondary sensor for dual-camera setups, but the company could switch gears for the upcoming budget phone.

On the opposite side, the Galaxy A10s could feature an 8-megapixel selfie camera, which would also be a notable upgrade over the 5-megapixel unit employed by the standard Galaxy A10 and the Galaxy A10e.

The Galaxy A10s might also switch to a MediaTek chipset

Another area where the Galaxy A10s will be upgraded is the battery capacity; however, the information is a bit conflicting. It was previously reported based on FCC documents that the Galaxy A10s will rely on a 3,900mAh battery. Instead, the new rumor hints at a 4,000mAh battery. It probably wouldn’t make a world of difference, but either way, it would be a considerable upgrade from the 3,400mAh unit powering the Galaxy A10.

Other features that have been reiterated include a rear-mounted fingerprint sensor (also seen previously in FCC sketches) and the inclusion of an octa-core chipset. However, this might not be the same Exynos 7884 SoC featured on the standard Galaxy A10, and instead, the silicon might be the Helio P22 supplied by MediaTek.

The Galaxy A10s has been given green light by the FCC, the Wi-Fi Alliance, and Bluetooth SIG. A rather underwhelming intro video of the device has been leaked earlier this week, and all of these events strongly suggest that Samsung is readying the Galaxy A10s for an imminent release.

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Galaxy A10e now available on Boost Mobile in the US

After making its US debut on AT&T last week, the Galaxy A10e has now landed on Boost Mobile as well. For those unaware, Boost Mobile is a Mobile Virtual Network Operator (MVNO) that runs on Sprint’s network. The press release says the device will also be available through Sprint starting July 19.

As the moniker indicates, the Galaxy A10e is an entry-level budget device from Samsung. The ‘e’ versions of the new A series devices appear to be minor downgrades from the regular models, while the yet-to-be-launched ‘s’ variants are supposed to be marginal upgrades. As such, the Galaxy A10e is an inferior version of the regular A10 available in other markets.

The Galaxy A10e comes with a 5.83-inch Infinity-V HD+ display, Exynos 7884B SoC, 2GB RAM, 32GB internal storage, microSD slot, 8-megapixel rear camera, 5-megapixel front camera, and a 3,000mAh battery. It runs on Android 9 Pie with Samsung’s One UI on top, like all other recent Galaxy devices. Compared to the regular A10, the ‘e’ variant comes with a smaller display, reduced battery capacity, and a lower resolution rear camera.

Boost Mobile’s pricing of the Galaxy A10e is not straightforward as the device comes bundled with a monthly plan. Customers can get the A10e for just $49.99 if they switch to Boost Mobile before July 19 and opt for $50 or higher monthly plan. This applies to only new customers who are porting from non-Sprint-related networks.

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Samsung smartphones are now eligible for Xfinity Mobile’s BYOD plan

Samsung smartphones are now compatible with Xfinity Mobile’s bring your own device (BYOD) plan, the company announced on Tuesday. The Verizon-based Comcast wireless service now accepts unlocked Galaxy Note 9, S9, S9 Plus, Note 8, S8 and S8 Plus phones. It expects to expand the plan to more Android devices “later in 2019”. The Galaxy S10, and possibly the Galaxy Note 10 as well, should also be eligible by then.

Xfinity Mobile now supports Samsung phones

Announced in April 2017, Xfinity Mobile is a mobile virtual network that runs on a combination of Comcast’s 18 million Wi-Fi hotspots and the Verizon Wireless network. The service is available to Xfinity Internet customers with up to five lines of unlimited nationwide talk and text. The service was so far limited only to the iPhone 6 and above. It has now arrived for Samsung devices, with early adopters getting special benefits.

Customers who bring their eligible Samsung phone to the network between July 16 and August 4 will get a $100 prepaid gift card. However, to claim the gift card, you must port in an existing number and remain an Xfinity Mobile customer for at least 90 days. Those who don’t own an eligible phone can also trade-in their device for a gift card from the company and switch to one of the phones it is selling, such as the Galaxy S10, Galaxy A50, and many others.

Xfinity Mobile charges no line access fees on up to five phone lines, and also proves unlimited calls and text messages. However, you only get 100MB of shared data across the five devices. Additional data costs $12 per GB, or $45 per month for unlimited data capped at 20GB.

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This is the Galaxy Note 10’s 45W fast charger and it costs €50

There’s confirmation now that the EP-TA845 is indeed the Galaxy Note 10’s 45W fast charger. This unreleased charger was first spotted a month ago and was linked to the upcoming flagship since there had been reports about it supporting 45W fast charging.

It was reported earlier today that only the Galaxy Note 10+ will support 45W fast charging. However, it won’t come with this charger in the box. You’ll have to buy it separately and from the looks of it, this charger will cost €50.

Galaxy Note 10’s 45W fast charger will cost €50

Our friends over at GalaxyClub have confirmed that the EP-TA845 is Samsung’s 45W fast charger. A number of EU retailers have listed it on their stores already. The listings clearly state that it’s a 45W fast charger. It will be available in both black and white colors with EP-TA845XBEGWW and EP-TA845XWEGWW model numbers respectively.

Granted, none of the listings explicitly mention the Galaxy Note 10, but with all of the circumstantial evidence available so far one can reasonably conclude that this may be meant for the upcoming flagship. All of the retailer listings mention €50 as the price of this charger.

Both the Galaxy Note 10 and Galaxy Note 10+ will most likely come with the EP-TA800 25W fast charger. Samsung already ships this with the Galaxy S10 5G, Galaxy A80 and the Galaxy A70. That should be good enough for most people. However, if you want to kick things up a notch, you’ll need to spend some extra money.

With the Galaxy Note 10+ expected to start at €1149 for the base model, many will understandably wonder why Samsung doesn’t just ship this charger with the phone. It seems like 45W fast charging would be put on the same pedestal as wireless charging. Sure, your phone supports it, but you’re going to have to buy a separate charger. Would you do that if the Galaxy Note 10+ does come with 45W fast charging?

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Samsung looks at China and Taiwan to protect its most valuable business

The chipmaking business is one of Samsung’s most valuable businesses. It has been a major cash cow for the company, delivering a big chunk of its revenues and profits. However, the business has come under threat due to the ongoing trade dispute between Japan and South Korea. Japan has imposed strict export controls on materials that are crucial for the chip business. Since Samsung imported the bulk of those materials from Japan, it’s now feeling the pinch of these restrictions.

Japanese companies can still export the materials to South Korean companies but they will require a license from the government. The licenses could take 90 days to come through if they’re approved. So Samsung has no option to look elsewhere if it wants to sustain production.

Samsung forced to look elsewhere for crucial materials

Nikkei reports that Samsung is now testing hydrogen fluoride etching gas from companies outside Japan. The company has sent senior officials to China and Taiwan to look for alternative suppliers. It’s also leaning on South Korean companies to help fill the gap.

Hydrogen fluoride is needed to remove the excess material around circuit patterns on silicon wafers. The gas needs to be 99.999% pure for it to be used in chipmaking. Japanese companies are global leaders in developing technology that can reach this level of purity and hence control up to 90 percent of the market.

It will reportedly take up to three months for Samsung to ascertain if existing quality levels can be maintained if the etching gas is sourced from non-Japanese companies. This may also lead to a broader effort by South Korea’s chip industry to reduce its reliance on Japanese materials. There have been reports that Samsung is slowing down the production of some chips so as to manage its remaining inventory of these crucial materials.

Some even suggest that this will cause disruption in the mass production of the Galaxy Note 10. It’s unclear how much inventory Samsung currently has and what it would do if it were to end and the imports from Japan were to be restricted completely. Hopefully, it will not come to that.

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You may have to buy the 45W fast charger for the Galaxy Note 10+ separately

There has been a debate about the fast charging speeds that the Galaxy Note 10 will offer. One would expect that it would offer the same 25W fast charging as the Galaxy S10 5G, Galaxy A80 and the Galaxy A70. However, there have been some whispers about 45W charging as well.

It’s now believed that both Galaxy Note 10 models will come with a 25W fast charger in the box. Only the Galaxy Note 10+ will have support for 45W charging but customers would have to purchase that charger separately.

45W fast charger for Galaxy Note 10+ to be sold separately

This according to @UniverseIce, who shared a screenshot of a certification for the Chinese variant of the Galaxy Note 10. It mentions the EP-TA800 charger which is used by the aforementioned devices for 25W fast charging. This would mean that those who want 45W fast charging on a device that’s likely to start at 1149 euro will have to purchase a charger separately.

There’s little concrete evidence to support the theory of 45W fast charging on the Galaxy Note 10+, though. What does make it seem plausible is an unreleased EP-TA845 charger which reportedly might be the 45W. The technical details of this charger remain unknown so it’s not a certainty at this point.

Samsung obviously needs to have some differences between the Galaxy Note 10 and Galaxy Note 10+ aside from just the display sizes. So it seems plausible that 45W fast charging could be limited to the latter. However, if that does happen, customers may not feel too good about having to purchase the charger separately. With the Galaxy Note 10+ set to start at 1149 euro, surely many would prefer having the 45W fast charger ship with the box.

If you get the Galaxy Note 10+ and have to buy the charger separately, would you do it? Let us know in the comments section below.

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