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.

You can now get this premium case for the Galaxy S10 at 33% off, so hit the Buy Now button below to grab one while they’re still on sale!

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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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