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Insider Unveils Cutting-Edge Enhancements in Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra
Samsung's upcoming Galaxy S24 lineup has already seen some
design leaks, but it appears that the company has managed to keep a few
surprises under wraps. Noted Samsung insider, Tech_Reve, has recently shared
inventory listings detailing key information about the Galaxy S24, Galaxy S24+,
and Galaxy S24 Ultra.
These listings reveal the available base colors for the
highly anticipated handsets, as well as the memory and storage configurations.
Across the range, users can expect four color options: black, grey, violet, and
yellow. Interestingly, these colors align neatly with the four core colors of
the bundled wallpaper. Samsung has previously offered exclusive color
variations for specific handset models and configurations, so it's likely that
they will do the same for this lineup.
The memory and storage options for the three smartphones are also confirmed by these listings, confirming earlier leaks. The Galaxy S24 will be equipped with 8GB of RAM and either 128GB or 256GB of storage. The Galaxy S24+, on the other hand, will feature 12GB of RAM and either 256GB or 512GB of storage. The Galaxy S24 Ultra, while highly anticipated, may disappoint some enthusiasts as it is listed with 12GB of RAM and storage options of 256GB, 512GB, or 1TB. This is noteworthy because online benchmarks during the summer hinted at a 16GB RAM variant with model numbers matching the S24 Ultra. Considering the increasing memory demands of AI-based applications, this could potentially be seen as a weak point in an otherwise impressive package from Samsung.
Fans can expect the Galaxy S24 family, including the S24
Ultra with S-Pen support, to make its debut in early 2024. The launch is
anticipated to take place at a "Galaxy Unpacked" event, which is
widely speculated to occur on January 17th.
Samsung Ventures into AI: The Galaxy S24 and Potential
Challenges Ahead
Samsung has officially announced its integration of AI capabilities in its upcoming smartphones, with high expectations surrounding the flagship Galaxy S24 model. However, some of Samsung's decisions in this regard have sparked controversy and may pose challenges in the coming months.
As part of the Samsung AI Forum 2023, the South Korean
company has unveiled its generative AI model, named Samsung Gauss after Carl
Friedrich Gauss. This model comprises three key elements currently employed
internally: Gauss Language for understanding human language and generating
natural responses, Gauss Code to assist software development by creating code
descriptions and test cases, and Gauss Image for image creation and
modification.
To achieve these AI advancements, Samsung's smartphones will
collect a significant amount of personal data. Given the growing importance of
user privacy in purchase decisions, Samsung priority lies in keeping this data
on the device and processing it locally. This feat may be made possible thanks
to the enhanced AI capabilities of the latest Snapdragon and Exynos chipsets.
Samsung has also revealed that products featuring its
generative AI models could launch as early as next year. Considering the
timeline and hardware requirements, the Samsung Galaxy S24 family appears to
align with this plan. These devices are expected to perform certain AI tasks
on-device while offloading others to the cloud.
AI has become a central feature in the current generation of
smartphones, with Google leading the trend by promoting the Pixel 8 and Pixel 8
Pro as AI-first devices. Other smartphone manufacturers and suppliers have
followed suit, but Apple's involvement remains notably absent.
As a prominent Android partner, Samsung's endorsement of AI
further validates its significance among designers, engineers, and consumers.
However, there are specific questions and concerns within the Samsung community
that require attention, particularly regarding the silicon itself.
Samsung has committed to employing a combination of its own
Exynos 2400 chipsets alongside Qualcomm's Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 chipsets in the
Galaxy S24 family. The flagship Galaxy S24 Ultra will exclusively feature
Qualcomm's solution, while the Galaxy S24 and Galaxy S24+ models will
incorporate a mix of Exynos and Qualcomm chips, varying by retail region.
Both chipsets showcased their respective AI capabilities
upon launch, and Samsung aims to provide a similar experience across both models.
Nevertheless, community members recall the differing performance and power
levels between the two manufacturers, with the Qualcomm-powered Galaxy handsets
often deemed superior.
While this discrepancy may not affect Samsung's cloud-based
AI capabilities, it will be crucial for the AI performance of the new Galaxy
S24 handset. Samsung aims to ensure that there are no significant gaps in AI
capabilities between the Exynos and Snapdragon variants. Otherwise, the company
may face the challenge of having two tiers of AI in the Galaxy S24 and Galaxy
S24+. Given the prominence of AI in the current market, the controversial
decision to utilize two chipsets may attract greater attention in 2024 compared
to previous years.
Expectations point to an early 2024 launch for the Galaxy
S24 family, with speculation arising about a potential event in January
preceding initial projections.
