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Samsung Allegedly Evaluates High-Capacity Galaxy Phone Batteries Showcasing Exceptional Performance
Samsung has been leading the way in smartphone advancements, but it has encountered challenges in battery performance. Recent findings indicate that Samsung is making notable efforts to rectify this concern by experimenting with larger batteries for its Galaxy smartphones. A source on X has revealed that Samsung is testing substantial battery sizes, including a 12,000mAh and an 18,000mAh model. However, a 20,000mAh battery is reported to have failed following 960 charging cycles.
These advancements suggest that Samsung is investigating silicon-carbon battery technology, which could be integrated into upcoming Galaxy devices. The 12,000mAh battery is said to employ a “dual stacked cell” configuration, merging a 6,800mAh and a 5,200mAh battery, having a thickness of approximately 9.0mm. This battery is reportedly capable of enduring 1,500 charging cycles before its capacity declines to 80%.
In addition, Samsung is evaluating an 18,000mAh battery featuring a “tri-cell vertical stack,” composed of 6,699mAh, 6,000mAh, and 5,257mAh capacities. This battery thickness is recorded at 12.3mm, which is significant considering Samsung’s inclination towards slimmer devices.
Despite these encouraging advancements, the Galaxy S26 series still incorporates a 5,000mAh battery in the Ultra version, with reduced capacities for the standard and Plus versions. This stands in contrast to rivals like OnePlus, which provide larger batteries paired with quicker charging options.
Samsung’s initiatives to boost battery efficiency are a positive development, as consumers place greater emphasis on battery longevity and charging speed. While the company has progressed in other domains, enhancing battery technology could greatly improve user satisfaction and maintain Samsung’s competitive edge in the smartphone industry.
Samsung Eliminates Essential Function from Galaxy S26’s AI
**Samsung’s Initial Galaxy S26 Update Disables the ‘Hey Plex’ Wake Phrase**
Samsung has rolled out its inaugural software update for the Galaxy S26 series, which prominently eliminates the “Hey Plex” wake command that was used to engage the Perplexity AI assistant hands-free. This alteration means that users must now manually start Perplexity or utilize the side button for access, as the “Hey Plex detection” switch has been removed from the settings. Nevertheless, Perplexity CEO Aravind Srinivas has assured that the wake phrase will be reinstated as “Hey Perplexity.”
The Galaxy S26, released earlier this year, is part of Samsung’s initiative to enhance its AI ecosystem, unveiling Perplexity AI in conjunction with Bixby and Google’s Gemini. The “Hey Plex” feature permitted users to activate the assistant without physically interacting with the device, even with the screen off. Its removal implies that the feature may not have been entirely ready at launch, and the transition to “Hey Perplexity” could bolster the assistant’s branding.
The update has momentarily deactivated the voice activation capability while Samsung and Perplexity shift to the revised wake word. This change may stem from possible conflicts with other brands or products utilizing the “Plex” name, and employing the complete “Perplexity” title could elucidate the assistant’s identity.
Samsung’s strategy with the Galaxy S26 emphasizes a multi-assistant framework, enabling users to alternate between assistants like Gemini for Google-driven inquiries, Bixby for device management, and Perplexity for online research responses. Perplexity is embedded within Samsung’s ecosystem, collaborating with applications such as Samsung Notes, Calendar, and Reminders.
At present, Galaxy S26 users need to manually launch Perplexity, but once the “Hey Perplexity” command is operational, voice access will be reinstated, providing one of the most adaptable AI configurations available on any smartphone.
Drivers in Deadly Ford BlueCruise Accidents Likely Distracted Before Collision
The National Transportation Safety Board released documents ahead of a March 31 hearing that help show how and why two drivers crashed into stationary vehicles in 2024, leading to three deaths.
Claude AI and Code Encountering Login Challenges and Performance Delays
**Claude AI Chatbot Experiences Outage Amid Increasing Popularity**
Anthropic’s AI chatbot, Claude, has recently gained notable traction, rising over 40 positions in the App Store rankings this year. Nonetheless, users are now experiencing service interruptions, which have been verified by the company.
Reports suggest that numerous Claude users are having trouble logging into the platform, while others are facing performance lag issues. In light of these problems, Anthropic has acknowledged the current outage and is diligently investigating the root cause of the issues impacting both Claude Code and Claude.ai.
For those impacted, Anthropic has set up a status page where users can monitor the ongoing outage and subscribe for updates concerning the resolution of the server problems. This openness is vital for maintaining user confidence, particularly as the demand for AI tools keeps rising.
In addition to the present service disruptions, it is important to highlight that Claude has recently been integrated with Xcode, enhancing its features for agentic app development. This integration, which became available last month, enables developers to utilize Claude’s AI capabilities within their coding environments, potentially streamlining the development workflow.
As the situation progresses, users are encouraged to stay updated through the official status page and remain patient while Anthropic works to restore full functionality.
macOS 26.4 Launches Four Fresh Features for Mac Users
# macOS Tahoe 26.4: Overview of New Features
macOS Tahoe 26.4 is on the verge of being launched, introducing a range of new functionalities aimed at improving user interaction and performance. Here’s a summary of four key updates coming with this version of the software.
## 1. Battery Charge Restriction
In macOS 26.4, Apple presents an innovative feature that enables users to establish a maximum charge threshold for their MacBook batteries. Mirroring similar functionalities on the iPhone, iPad, and AirPods, the ‘Charge Limit’ option empowers users to restrict their MacBook’s charge within a range of 80% to 100%. This feature aims to extend the battery’s longevity, and users can conveniently modify this setting in the Battery menu found in System Settings by selecting the ‘i’ next to ‘Charging.’
## 2. Safari’s Compact Tab Bar
In response to user input, Apple is bringing back the ‘Compact Tab Bar’ feature in Safari with macOS 26.4. This enhancement allows users to see more of a webpage simultaneously, proving particularly advantageous for those utilizing smaller laptop screens. Whether using a 13-inch MacBook or a larger 27-inch Studio Display XDR, users can take pleasure in a sleeker, more streamlined tab bar at the top of their browser.
## 3. Freeform Gains Exclusive Creator Studio Features
Apple’s Freeform application is about to gain new exclusive functionalities as part of the macOS 26.4 rollout. Following the debut of Apple Creator Studio, which provided access to professional applications and features, Freeform users will now enjoy premium resources in the Content Hub, the capability to enhance low-resolution images, generate cropping suggestions, and create new visuals with OpenAI’s models.
## 4. Introduction of New Emoji
The macOS 26.4 update will also unveil eight fresh emoji selections across Mac, iPhone, iPad, and beyond. The new entries are:
– Ballet Dancer
– Distorted Face
– Fight Cloud
– Hairy Creature
– Landslide
– Orca
– Trombone
– Treasure Chest
Notably, the ‘Distorted Face’ emoji resembles one seen in a contentious iPad Pro advertisement from 2024.
As the release of macOS Tahoe 26.4 nears, users can anticipate these thrilling new features that enhance both functionality and creativity on their devices.
“James Cameron’s Hesitant Undertaking Turns into a Significant Box Office Triumph”
besides having plenty to express regarding artificial intelligence, has been the mastermind behind some of the most remarkable films ever produced and, as demonstrated in the case of “The Terminator,” some of which came to him in dreams. However, there was one colossal success on this blockbuster-conquering, Oscar-acclaimed director’s filmography that he initially did not intend to create; instead, circumstances compelled him to fulfill his own curiosities.
In a Playboy interview with Cameron before the launch of “Titanic,” the director, who would later receive an Oscar for best director for his achievement with the film, disclosed that he only created the movie as part of an agreement to investigate the submerged ship itself. “I made ‘Titanic’ because I wanted to dive to the shipwreck, not because I especially wanted to create the film,” he clarified.
Cameron was famously known for his obsession with the ocean and its exploration, which is evident, well, like water, in films such as “The Abyss” and the “Avatar” series. Yet, it was with “Titanic” that he aimed to check off an adventure from his bucket list and was prepared to do anything to fulfill his journey. This evidently involved producing a blockbuster romance featuring Leonardo DiCaprio and Kate Winslet, accompanied by an infectious song that Celine Dion passionately embraced. James Cameron hadn’t even intended to make “Titanic,” but when he finally did, it transformed into the highest-grossing film ever, maintaining that status for over a decade.
James Cameron’s achievement of the ‘Mount Everest of shipwrecks’ is what resulted in ‘Titanic’
Eager to explore the vessel that had been anchored at the depths
Poppi Founder Discusses TikTok, Super Bowl Ads, and Her Return to Shark Tank
For years, venture capitalists have been skeptical of beverage startups, citing thin margins and brutal distribution as reasons most brands never break out. But a new wave of âfunctional sodaâ companies has been challenging that assumption, including Poppi, the prebiotic soda brand that grew from a kitchen experiment into a $1.95 billion acquisition by PepsiCo. On this episode of […]
Nearly 40 New Unicorns Minted This Year — Here’s the List
Almost 40 new unicorns have been minted so far this year â here they are
SolidRun P100 COM Express Type 6 Module Boasts LPCAMM2 Memory and 12-core AMD Ryzen AI Embedded P185 SoC
We just reported that the AMD Ryzen AI Embedded P100 series has been expanded with six additional SKUs, and, timed with that, SolidRun has announced its new P100 COM Express Type 6 module family. These compact (95 x 95mm) modules are among the first to support the newly released 8- to 12-core Zen 5 SKUs, with up to 50 TOPS from the NPU and 80 TOPS of total system AI. Another fairly unique feature of the new SolidRun computer-on-module is support for LPCAMM2 LPDDR5X memory. The company uses a screw-lock mechanism to deliver high-bandwidth LPDDR5X performance (up to 9600 MT/s) while maintaining the mechanical reliability required for “systems in motion,” such as autonomous mobile robots (AMRs), heavy machinery, and rail systems. A mini-ITX development kit for the module is also available. SolidRun P100 COM Express Type 6 module SolidRun P100 COM Express Type 6 module specifications: AMD Ryzen AI Embedded P100 Series […]
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