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FNTCASE – Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra line up review

The FNTCASE  Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra line up has dropped in and if you are a new owner of the latest on offer from Samsung or plan on getting the device you need to case up to deter an expensive drop which can often be the case.

The case line-up has something for everyone be it minimalistic or for the heavy duty user like builders etc FNT case has you covered. The trio of cases offer something for everyone and the first on offer includes magnetic charging with anti yellowing and is also shockproof, all keys are tactile and also you get additional grip with this case.

The second case in the list below offers another clear design with no magnetic charging ring however you can still wirelessly charge your phone this has a nice black edge to it offering better grip and allows you to see the natural colour of your phone and overall a great case again with tactile keys,.

Finally in the line-up is the big bad boy case with a built in kickstand and screen protector lots of extra grip and this one is for the more accident prone among us and with the kickstand makes life easier where you can place your phone down in vertical or horizontal mode and consume content at home or on the go.. And yes you can still wirelessly charge your phone,

Check out the video below for a closer look at all three cases.

 

 

FNTCASE for Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra 6.9 Inch Case: Magnetic Charging Anti Yellowing Shockproof Magsafe Support

 

  • Crystal Clear & Never Yellow】Using high-grade Bayer’s ultra-clear TPU and PC material, allowing you to admire the original sublime beauty of Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra 6.9 Inch while it won’t get oily when used. The Nano antioxidant layer effectively resists stains and sweat, keeping the case clear like a diamond longer than others
  • 【Strong Magnetic Attraction】Compatible with Magnetic chargers and other Qi Wireless chargers without any signal influence. This Galaxy S25 Ultra case has built-in 38 super N52 magnets. Its magnetic attraction reaches 2400 gf, which is almost 7X stronger than ordinary, it won’t fall off no matter how it shakes when you are charging
  • 【10FT Military Grade Protection】Passed Military Drop Tested up to 10 FT. This Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra clear case backplane is made with rigid polycarbonate and flexible shockproof TPU bumpers around the edge and features 4 built-in corner Airbags to absorb impact, which can prevent your Phone from accidental drops, bumps, and scratches
  • 【Raised Camera & Screen Protection】The tiny design of 2.5 mm lips over the camera, 1.2 mm bezels over the screen, and 0.5 mm raised corner lips on the back provides extra and comprehensive protection, even if the phone is dropped, can minimize and reduce scratches and bumps on the phone.
  • 【Ultimate Grip & Slim Fit 】To prevent hand sweat and grease, which normally could cause a slippery grip and additional phone drops, this Galaxy S25 Ultra Case adopts an ergonomic square side with textured no-slip buttons to provide an excellent grip. It feels secure yet soft and comfortable to hold. Plus, it supports wireless chargers, eliminating the need to remove the case for charging.

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FNTCASE for Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra 6.9 Inch Case: Matte Clear Military Grade Drop Protection Phone Cover

  • Crystal Clear & Never Yellow: Using high-grade Bayer’s ultra-clear TPU and PC material allows you to admire the original sublime beauty of the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra 6.9 Inch. Non-greasy when used.. The Nano antioxidant layer effectively resists stains and sweat
  • 10FT Military Grade Protection: Passed Military Drop Tested up to 10 FT. This Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra case backplane is made with rigid polycarbonate and flexible shockproof TPU bumpers around the edge and features 4 built-in corner Airbags to absorb impact
  • Raised Edge Protection: The tiny design of 2.5 mm lips over the camera, 1.5 mm bezels over the screen, and 0.5 mm raised corner lips on the back provides extra and comprehensive protection, can minimize and reduce scratches
  • Slim Fit & Wireless Charging: This Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra phone case has a slim back, which not only allows us to grasp the phone firmly but also does not affect the wireless charging function
  • Compatibility & Secure Grip: This clear case is only designed for (Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra 6.9 inch). Precise cut and design allow easy access to all ports, buttons, cameras, sensors, and other features. The case can achieve a great grip feeling

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FNTCASE For Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra 6.9 inch Phone Case: Military Grade Shockproof with Built-in Screen Protector and Kickstand

  • Military Grade Dual Protection:
    Only for Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra 6.9 inch, the case has a Dual-layer sturdy protection structure, with a built-in Kickstand and screen protector. Military-grade drop-tested, Drop Proof, Impact-resistant mobile phone case.
  • Built-in Kickstand:
    This phone case with a stand works perfectly in vertical and horizontal positions. Convenient for reading, watching movies, playing games, browsing the web, and face-to-face chatting with friends. Provides hands-free portrait and landscape viewing angles.
  • Built-in Screen Protector:
    This Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra case provides a built-in HD screen protector with sensitive touch performance, which prevents your phone from accidental scratches without any tempered glass screen protector.
  • Perfect Grip:
    The non-slip texture on both sides has a better grip, and matte edges reduce the adhesion of fingerprints and oil to ensure visual cleaning while enhancing the hand-held touch to make the case not easy to slip from your hand. It provides all-around protection for your mobile phone case in all activities, especially when working outdoors, doing sports, camping, and traveling.

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Samsung Galaxy S25 Series Available Worldwide

Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd. today announced the global availability of the new Galaxy S25 series. Together with One UI 7, Gemini is officially available at launch in 46 languages,making it easier than ever to perform seamless actions across Samsung and Google apps.

“The Galaxy S25 series is a fundamental shift in how we interact with our phones,” said TM Roh, President and Head of Mobile eXperience Business at Samsung Electronics. “We are thrilled to see how our users will enjoy this true AI companion that offers seamless and intuitive solutions in their daily lives.”

On the Galaxy S25 series, AI agents with multimodal capabilities are integrated within the One UI 7 platform to perform complex tasks seamlessly across apps and enable natural user interactions through speech, text, videos and images. Now Brief provides tailored suggestions to guide through the day and Now Bar offers a new hub for ongoing activities. From enhanced productivity with Writing Assist to limitless creativity unleashed by Drawing Assist, the expanded capabilities of Galaxy AI continue to empower users in every aspect of their daily lives.

Interactions with the Galaxy S25 series are also more intuitive. With just a single command, Gemini can effortlessly find a user’s favourite sports team’s schedule and add it to Samsung Calendar. Additionally, Google’s enhanced Circle to Search now gives users more helpful information with AI Overviews and one-tap actions.

Samsung has also launched the Samsung Wallet app in 30 new countries, including Poland, Portugal, Netherlands, Belgium, Luxemburg, Austria, Czechia, Slovakia, Greece, Cyprus, Romania, Bulgaria, Hungary, Ireland, Slovenia, Croatia, Lithuania, Estonia, Latvia and Iceland. Samsung Wallet will come pre-installed on all Galaxy S25, Galaxy S25+ and Galaxy S25 Ultra smartphones and can also be downloaded to existing Galaxy devices from the Galaxy Store.

With Samsung Wallet, you can store and organise all your essentials for a faster, safer and easier everyday routine. Store passwords and log-ins details via Samsung Pass, digital keys for your car and home, boarding passes from partner airlines, and membership cards and coupons. At launch, Samsung Wallet does not currently support payments via credit card, bank accounts, or other payment services.

The Galaxy S25 series further refines and enhances the core capabilities that define the Galaxy experience. Powering the Galaxy S25 series globally, the Snapdragon® 8 Elite Mobile Platform for Galaxy fuels on-device processing for more responsive AI experiences. With unique customisations for Galaxy, including ProScaler  and Samsung’s mobile Digital Natural Image engine (mDNIe), the Galaxy S25 series boasts enhanced AI image processing and display power efficiency. The newly introduced 50MP ultrawide camera sensor for the Galaxy S25 Ultra delivers epic shots from every range in exceptional clarity, while professional grade controls like Virtual Aperture and Samsung Log turn any photo or video into the ultimate visual experience.

The Galaxy S25 series is the industry’s first smartphone lineup to support Content Credentials, based on the open technical standard from the Coalition for Content Provenance and Authenticity (C2PA). Samsung has also joined the C2PA as a member, alongside industry leaders including Adobe, Microsoft, OpenAI, Google, Publicis Groupe and more, all collaborating to establish Content Credentials as the universal standard for digital content provenance. In line with its commitment to responsible mobile AI innovation, Samsung adopted this standard to enhance transparency for content created and edited with generative AI.

Starting February 7, the Galaxy S25 series will be widely available through carriers and retailers and on Samsung.com. Galaxy S25 Ultra is available in Titanium Silverblue, Titanium Black, Titanium Whitesilver and Titanium Gray. Galaxy S25 and Galaxy S25+ come in Navy, Silver Shadow, Icyblue and Mint.

All Galaxy S25 devices will come with six months of Gemini Advanced and 2TB of cloud storage at no extra cost. Gemini Advanced comes with Samsung’s most capable AI models and priority access to the newest features like Gems, custom AI experts for any topic, and Deep Research, which acts as a personal AI research assistant.

For more information about Galaxy S25 series, visit: Samsung Newsroom, Samsungmobilepress.com and Samsung.com.

See our first look

Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra first look.

The Samsung S25 Ultra is in for review and like every year the Ultra series from Samsung are arguably the best devices on the market.

As a regular user of the Ultra series over the years they do stand the test of time and we often see awards from other bloggers and YouTube giving them the number one accolade but this is their personal view like my reviews are and as I said arguable which is why I do not give awards.

At a first look you will be finding it hard to tell the difference however this is not uncommon these days with companies playing it safe but thankfully those corners are now gone which means you can hold it more comfortably.

In fact on reading up on the device over the last while much of the upgrades are now with their software and that annoying word now which is (AI) but having said that these new features may come in handy and now with apps being able to talk to each other again might be of significance to some and AI is the thing now like it or not.

 

Stay tuned for more and see more on the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra and check out some more Samsung Reviews

Ireland Availability and Special Offers

The Galaxy S25 series will be available for pre-order and widely available in operators, retailers and on samsung.com from 7th February 2025.

Galaxy S25 Ultra will be available in Titanium Silverblue, Titanium Black, Titanium Whitesilver and Titanium Grey. Galaxy S25 and Galaxy S25+ will be available in Silver Shadow, Navy, Icyblue and Mint.

Customers who pre-order Galaxy S25, S25+ or S25 Ultra from Samung.com can double their storage too for the same price

Pricing

Galaxy S25 Ultra RRP:

  • 256GB – €1,469
  • 512GB – €1,589
  • 1TB – €1,849

Unboxing Video

Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra, Galaxy S25+ and Galaxy S25 true AI companions

Samsung today announced the Galaxy S25 Ultra, Galaxy S25+ and Galaxy S25, setting a new standard as a true AI companion with the most natural and context-aware mobile experiences ever created. Introducing multimodal AI agents, the Galaxy S25 series is the first step in Samsung’s vision to change the way users interact with their phone – and with their world. A first-of-its-kind customised Snapdragon 8 Elite Mobile Platform for Galaxy chipset delivers greater on-device processing power for Galaxy AI and superior camera range and control with Galaxy’s next-gen ProVisual Engine.

“The greatest innovations are a reflection of their users, which is why we evolved Galaxy AI to help everyone interact with their devices in a way that feels natural and effortless,” said TM Roh, President and Head of Mobile eXperience Business at Samsung Electronics. “Galaxy S25 series opens the door to a true AI OS and a fundamental shift not just in how we use technology, but in how we live our lives.”

Our Most Intuitive and Effortless Mobile Interactions Yet

With One UI 7, the Galaxy S25 series becomes a true AI companion that understands the context of your needs and preferences and provides personalised AI experiences with privacy assured at every turn. It’s the starting point of a shared vision with Google to imagine Android with AI at the core, bringing together developers and partners from around the world.

AI agents with multimodal capabilities enable Galaxy S25 to interpret text, speech, images and videos for interactions that feel natural. Upgrades to Google’s Circle to Search make searching your phone screen more helpful, fast and contextual. Circle to Search now quickly recognises phone numbers, email and URLs on your screen, letting you call, email or visit a website with a single tap.

With Galaxy S25 series, you can also perform actionable searches with context-aware suggestions for next steps. Plus, Galaxy S25 makes it frictionless to switch between apps for quick follow-up actions, like sharing a GIF or saving event details.

Galaxy S25 also represents a breakthrough in natural language understanding, making everyday interactions easier. Just ask, and intuitively find a specific photo in Gallery or adjust the size of display fonts in Settings.

Just press and hold the side button to activate Gemini and perform seamless interaction across Samsung and Google apps, plus third-party apps such as Spotify. For example, find your favourite sports team’s season schedule and add it to Samsung calendar – with a single command.

These intuitive interactions are elevated by expansions to Galaxy AI’s popular tools for communication, productivity and creativity. Galaxy S25 keeps calls organised with Call Transcript and summary. Writing Assist features such as summarising content or automatically formatting notes can be enabled where texts can be selected, without needing to switch between applications. Drawing Assist unlocks fresh ways to bring ideas to life through combinations of sketches, text or image prompts.

Hyper-personalised Experiences with Privacy Secured

In the era of AI, personalisation goes hand-in-hand with privacy. On Galaxy S25, the Personal Data Engine powers personalised AI features by safely analysing your data on-device to deliver highly tailored experiences that reflect your preferences and usage patterns. These insights enable tailored experiences such as searching for an old photo in the Gallery using natural language, or being guided through the day with Now Brief, which proactively offers suggestions accessible via Now Bar6 on the lock screen. All personalised data is kept private and secured by Knox Vault. Combined with enhanced on-device processing capabilities, this creates a powerful, protected AI experience that is unique to Galaxy.

Galaxy S25 also introduces post-quantum cryptography, safeguarding personal data against emerging threats that could increase as quantum computing evolves.

Because there is no privacy without holistic security, One UI 7 laid the groundwork for these innovations by introducing an extra, fortified layer of device safety designed for the age of AI and hyperconnectivity. Additional updates include added Maximum Restrictions settings, enhanced Theft Protection, and a new Knox Matrix dashboard to monitor the security status across a connected device ecosystem.

Galaxy’s Most Powerful Performance Ever

The Galaxy S25 series is powered by the Snapdragon 8 Elite for Galaxy. With unique customisations by Galaxy, this is the most powerful chipset ever on Galaxy S Series, delivering a performance boost of 40% in NPU, 37% in CPU and 30% in GPU compared to the previous generation. This power fuels the Galaxy S25 series’ ability to process more AI experiences on-device without compromise, including previously cloud-based AI tasks such as Generative Edit8.

Samsung and Qualcomm Technologies worked together to customise the Snapdragon 8 Elite for Galaxy.  The Galaxy S25 series features advanced, efficient AI image processing with ProScaler to achieve a 40% improvement in display image scaling quality, while incorporating custom technology with Samsung’s mobile Digital Natural Image engine (mDNIe) embedded within the processor using Galaxy IP to enable greater display power efficiency.

Snapdragon 8 Elite for Galaxy is also equipped with Vulkan Engine and improved Ray Tracing, which makes for smoother and more realistic mobile gaming.

All intense device usage and AI processing run smoothly thanks to changed heat dissipation structure with 40% larger vapor chamber and a tailored thermal interface material (TIM) that delivers extra improvement in thermal efficiency.

Unleashing Truly Pro Creation

The Galaxy S25 delivers ultra-detailed shots at every range with high resolution sensors and ProVisual Engine, setting a new standard for mobile photography. A new 50MP ultrawide camera sensor, a significant upgrade from the previous 12MP, Galaxy S25 Ultra provides exceptional clarity and vibrancy.

10-bit HDR recording is now applied by default, offering four times richer colour expression compared to 8-bit. Galaxy S25 can thus capture details in any lighting conditions. Plus, low-light videos have never been clearer than with Galaxy S25[12]. Based on its powerful processor, Galaxy S25 analyses movement and time to reduce noise more effectively. This integration allows detecting both moving and static objects with greater precision, ensuring sharper, cleaner footage in any scenario.

Galaxy S25 also introduces a range of tools once limited to specialised software, making advanced editing accessible for all. Now anyone can be a pro at editing photos and videos. Audio Eraser simplifies the removal of unwanted noise in videos. By isolating categories of sounds – including voices, crowds, music, wind, nature, crowd and noise – you can control what to tone town or eliminate entirely.

For a DSLR-like experience on mobile, Galaxy S25 introduces depth-of-field control with Virtual Aperture, integrated into the popular Expert RAW. Galaxy S25 also elevates cinematic creativity with Galaxy Log, enabling precise colour grading options for more professional video production.

Portrait Studio has also been enhanced, allowing users to create personalised avatars with more true-to-life facial expressions. Filters introduces new analogue-style filters, delivering film-like aesthetic for their photos and videos.

Durable Design Embracing a More Circular Approach

The Galaxy S25 series builds upon Galaxy’s ‘Essential Design’ grounded in ‘Simple, Impactful and Emotive’ elements. Galaxy S25 Series refines this essence into the slimmest, lightest and most durable Galaxy S series yet, with a rounded edge for a comfortable grip that complements the series’ aesthetic identity.

Galaxy S25 Ultra features durable titanium and the new Corning® Gorilla® Armor 2, a first-of-its-kind material that is more durable than glass. It combines Corning’s glass-ceramic with a proprietary anti-reflective surface treatment, helping to ensure advanced drop protection alongside anti-reflection surface treatment and scratch resistance.

Every external component of Galaxy S25+ and S25 now includes at least one recycled material, as their metal frame incorporates 20% recycled armour aluminium for the first time.

In addition, while every Galaxy S25 series device uses a minimum of 50% recycled cobalt for its battery, Galaxy S25 will be the first Galaxy smartphone to feature batteries made with recycled cobalt sourced from previous Galaxy devices or the batteries discarded during their manufacturing process. Samsung goes through multiple stages with its like-minded partners, from extracting cobalt from used batteries to re-using the recycled cobalt for the batteries of Galaxy S25.

Combined with seven generations of OS upgrades and seven years of security updates, the Galaxy S25 series ensures a reliable and optimised performance over a longer lifespan.

All Galaxy S25 devices give customers access to sign up for a 6-month trial of Gemini Advanced and 2TB of cloud storage at no extra cost. Gemini Advanced comes with our most capable AI models and priority access to the newest features like Gems, custom AI experts for any topic, and Deep Research, which acts as your personal AI research assistant.

Ireland Availability and Special Offers

The Galaxy S25 series will be available for pre-order from today (22nd January) and widely available in operators, retailers and on samsung.com from 7th February 2025.

Galaxy S25 Ultra will be available in Titanium Silverblue, Titanium Black, Titanium Whitesilver and Titanium Grey. Galaxy S25 and Galaxy S25+ will be available in Silver Shadow, Navy, Icyblue and Mint.

Customers who pre-order Galaxy S25, S25+ or S25 Ultra from Samung.com can double their storage too for the same price[21].

Starting from today, the new Galaxy Book5 Pro and Galaxy Book5 360 are also available for pre-order, with customers able to claim a 1TB Galaxy Book5Pro for the price of a 512GB model.

 

Pricing

Galaxy S25 Ultra RRP:

  • 256GB – €1,469
  • 512GB – €1,589
  • 1TB – €1,849

Galaxy S25+ RRP:

  • 256GB – €1,159
  • 512GB – €1,269

Galaxy S25 RRP:

  • 128GB – €919
  • 256GB – €969
  • 512GB – €1,079

See our Samsung Reviews

For more information about Galaxy S25 series, please visit: www.samsung.com/ie/smartphones/galaxy-s25-ultra

HiiLIFE appointed as official Samsung Climate Solutions distributor in Ireland

HiiLIFE, a leading technology provider for the construction sector, is proud to announce its appointment as the official Samsung Climate Solutions distributor in Ireland.

The strategic partnership builds upon HiiLIFE’s successful collaboration with Samsung in the UK, extending their joint commitment to deliver advanced heating, ventilation and air conditioning (HVAC) solutions to both the commercial and residential markets nationwide.

Charles McAlpine, technical sales director at HiiLIFE, says: “We’re delighted to extend our work with Samsung and become its official climate solutions distributor in Ireland.  This expansion marks a significant milestone in HiiLIFE’s growth strategy, reinforcing our position as a leading technology provider in both the UK and Ireland.

“Samsung introduced its first air conditioner in 1974. Since then, the company has continuously invested in new energy-efficient solutions for cooling, heating, domestic hot water, refrigeration, and smart building technology, setting the standard in the industry. We are excited to bring these advanced climate control products to customers, backed by our dedicated expertise and support.”

HiiLIFE will leverage its extensive industry experience and customer-focused approach to deliver comprehensive sales, design, installation and after-sales support for Samsung’s HVAC products.

Andy Burt, head of sales and business development at Samsung UK and Ireland, adds: “We are delighted to broaden our collaboration with the HiiLIFE team to Ireland, building on our successful distributor agreement in the UK.  HiiLIFE’s expertise and strong presence in the construction sector make the firm an ideal partner to deliver our HVAC solutions to the Irish market.”

For more information about HiiLIFE and the Samsung HVAC systems available in Ireland, please visit https://ie.hii-life.com and https://hii-life.com/climate-solutions or telephone 0838948281.

Nokia signs video technologies license agreement with Samsung

Nokia today announced that it has signed a multi-year patent license agreement with Samsung covering the use of Nokia’s video technologies in Samsung’s televisions. Under the agreement, Samsung will make royalty payments to Nokia. The new agreement is separate from Nokia and Samsung’s existing 5G patent license agreement. The terms of the agreement remain confidential between the parties.

Arvin Patel, Chief Licensing Officer, New Segments at Nokia, said: “We are delighted to have reached an agreement with Samsung covering the use of our video technologies in their world-class TVs. The agreement is yet another proof point of Nokia’s leadership in video and multimedia technologies, and further validation of our decades-long investments in multimedia R&D and standardization.”

Nokia is a leader in the development of video and multimedia technologies, including video compression, content delivery, content recommendation and aspects related to hardware. In the past 25 years, Nokia has created almost 5,000 inventions that enable multimedia products and services and continues to play a leading role in multimedia research and standardization. Nokia’s expertise in multimedia and video research is built on continuous investment to advance the industry. Nokia has invested around €150 billion in R&D since 2000 (including over €4 billion in 2023 alone) for cutting edge technologies including cellular and multimedia.

Resources and additional information

Webpage: Patents powering consumer electronics I Nokia

Samsung Diversifies AI PC Lineup with New Galaxy Book5 Pro and Galaxy Book5 360

Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd. today announced the global launch of the Galaxy Book5 Pro and Galaxy Book5 360, expanding the Galaxy Book5 lineup to meet a wider range of AI needs for all users. Powered by Intel® Core™ Ultra processors (Series 2) featuring NPUs up to 47 TOPs, these latest PCs come directly integrated with Galaxy AI capabilities like the innovative AI Select[i] as well as cutting-edge features that deliver personalised experiences across the Galaxy ecosystem. With the addition of AI Select, PC users can easily search anything, anytime with a simple click, just like on their phone except on a much larger, immersive display.

“We are thrilled to make Galaxy AI and cutting-edge innovation accessible to more people than ever before, addressing their unique productivity needs on PC and other Galaxy devices,” said Changtae Kim, EVP & Head of New Computing R&D Team, Mobile eXperience Business at Samsung Electronics. “Alongside our trusted industry partners, we are delivering an AI experience on Galaxy Book that empowers users to work, create and connect in more intelligent ways through our growing ecosystem.”

A Powerful Experience for High Productivity

For those with high demand workflows, these thin and light AI PCs deliver the strong performance needed in an ultra-portable, premium design. The Intel Core Ultra processors (Series 2) have an advanced NPU capable up to 47 TOPs, meaning users can easily complete AI-intensive tasks at incredible speed.

Up to 25-hour video playback on the Galaxy Book5 Pro 16” keeps you connected wherever you are, resulting in far fewer interruptions. Even when you do need to charge it’s super-fast, up to 35% in just 30 minutes.

Optimised for even more efficiency, discover the Galaxy Book5 Pro’s Dynamic AMOLED 2X display with 3K high resolution and up to 120HZ refresh rate, bringing vivid visuals to life, smoothing motion and reducing blue light emission. Use the touchscreen to quickly navigate apps, edit content and fine-tune projects with multi-touch gestures and control right at your fingertips. You can even take your work outside thanks to Vision Booster on the Galaxy Book5 Pro, which uses tone mapping to adjust the contrast and colours depending on light conditions, giving you the freedom to create wherever inspiration sparks.

Quad speakers and Dolby Atmos deliver balanced and powerful immersive audio for the ultimate surround sound experience. Paired with the 38mm woofers on the Galaxy Book5 Pro 16”, these speakers allow users to hear the difference with deeper bass for both entertainment and professional use, double the size of the 18mm woofers on Galaxy Book4 Pro.

Harness a More Seamless AI Ecosystem Workflow 

Boost your productivity and creativity with new AI-powered and cross-device experiences. The Galaxy Book5 series enhances the AI PC experience at blazingly fast speeds while intelligently bridging on-device and cloud-based processing.

Discover all the new ways Galaxy AI works for you, directly on your Galaxy Book5 series.

  • AI Select is an easy way to find information you need while web browsing, shopping, viewing content and more. Simply click on the icon and select the desired search area to instantly retrieve relevant search results, just like on your smartphone or tablet.
  • Photo Remaster retouches images and cleans up blurry photos. Powered by advanced NPU-driven AI solutions, even old photos can become high-quality visuals with sharper details.

Microsoft Phone Link expands Galaxy AI access native to Galaxy mobile devices for heightened productivity on a bigger PC screen. Familiar features, like Live Translate and Transcript Assist, continue to drive AI experiences with even more exciting features that are specifically designed to elevate the Windows 11 PC-Galaxy connection set to arrive with upcoming Galaxy S series devices

  • Nearby devices centralises your Galaxy connected experience so you can immediately launch or change settings for Galaxy devices around you.
  • Storage Share means you can directly access files from connected devices without having to download them individually, using your phone, tab and PC as one device.
  • Multi Control lets you multitask seamlessly across Samsung devices with unified control – easily navigate menus, access files, and copy and paste content between your Galaxy smartphone, Galaxy Tab, Samsung TV or Smart monitor.
  • Second Screen turns your Galaxy Tab into a secondary screen to your PC with the click of a button, doubling your workspace.
  • Quick Share makes sharing pictures, documents and large files between Samsung Galaxy devices a breeze. Even if it’s something sensitive, the private sharing feature encrypts your data for safekeeping.

Samsung’s Trusted Platform

Thanks to a discrete security chip designed to shield your device in real time for the Galaxy Book5 Pro, Samsung Knox ensures a secure and collaborative privacy foundation. Windows 11 builds on that security layer to create a holistic Secured-core PC privacy experience. Plus, with on-device AI feature available, Galaxy devices can process user functions without uploading data to the cloud, ensuring enhanced user privacy. You are always in control and protected with security you can trust.

 

Availability + Pricing

The Galaxy Book5 Pro (starting from: €1849 RRP) and Galaxy Book5 360 (starting from: €1549 RRP) will be available for pre-order in Ireland from 22 January before going on general sale on 07 February. For more information about the Galaxy Book5 series, please visit: : www.samsung.com/ie/computers

Store availability is as follows:

  • Galaxy Book 5 360: Starting RRP is €1,549 in Harvey Norman and Samsung.com
  • Galaxy Book 5 Pro: Starting RRP is €1,849 Samsung.com

 

About Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd.

Samsung inspires the world and shapes the future with transformative ideas and technologies. The company is redefining the worlds of TVs, smartphones, wearable devices, tablets, home appliances, network systems, and memory, system LSI, foundry and LED solutions, and delivering a seamless connected experience through its SmartThings ecosystem and open collaboration with partners. For the latest news, please visit the Samsung Newsroom at news.samsung.com.

 

 

Galaxy Book5 Pro (16-inch)
Dimensions* 355.4 x 250.4 x 12.5mm
*Accuracy of numbers may vary depending on measurements used.
Weight* 1.56 kg
OS* Windows 11 Home
Display 16.0-inch* 16:10 Touch AMOLED, WQXGA+ (2880×1800), 500nits**, 48~120Hz VRR, 120% DCI-P3 Colour volume
*Measured diagonally as a full rectangle without accounting for the rounded corners. Actual viewable area is less due to the rounded corners.

**400nits (Typical), 500nits (HDR Contents only)
Processor* Intel® Core™ Ultra 7 Processor (Intel EVO™)
NPU Intel® AI Boost NPU
Graphic* Intel® Arc™ Graphics (Shared)
Network* Bluetooth v5.4 / Wi-Fi 7
*Actual speed may vary by market, carrier and user environment. Wi-Fi 7 availability may vary due to OS version, market, location, network conditions and other factors. Wi-Fi 7 wireless network routers required and sold separately.
Colour Grey
Memory* 16GB
Storage 512 GB / 1TB
*Actual storage space availability may vary depending on pre-installed software and by market, file size and format.
Camera 2MP (1080p FHD), Staggered HDR
Microphone / Speaker Studio-quality dual microphones / Quad speaker (Woofer Max 5W x 2, Tweeter 3.3W x 2), Dolby Atmos®
Keyboard* Pro Keyboard with Numeric Key (Backlit)
Battery* 76.1 Wh (Typical)
*Typical value of battery capacity tested under third-party laboratory condition. Typical value is the estimated average value considering the deviation in battery capacity among the battery samples tested under IEC 61960 standard. Actual battery life may vary depending on network environment, usage patterns and other factors.
Charging* 65W USB Type-C Adapter
*The inbox charger and data cable are USB Type-C.
Port* TBT4(2), USB-A(1), Micro SD, HP, HDMI 2.1 (Supports 8K@60Hz, 5K@120Hz)
*Actual speed of USB may vary depending on user environment.

Galaxy Book5 Pro (14-inch)
Dimensions* 312.3 x 223.8 x 11.6mm
Weight* 1.23 kg
OS* Windows 11 Home
Display 14.0-inch* 16:10 Touch AMOLED, WQXGA+ (2880×1800), 500nits**, 48~120Hz VRR, 120% DCI-P3 Colour volume
*Measured diagonally as a full rectangle without accounting for the rounded corners. Actual viewable area is less due to the rounded corners.

**400nits (Typical), 500nits (HDR Contents only)
Processor* Intel® Core™ Ultra 7 Processor (Intel EVO™)
NPU Intel® AI Boost NPU
Graphic* Intel® Arc™ Graphics (Shared)
Network* Bluetooth v5.4 / Wi-Fi 7
*Actual speed may vary by market, carrier and user environment. Wi-Fi 7 availability may vary due to OS version, market, location, network conditions and other factors. Wi-Fi 7 wireless network routers required and sold separately.
Colour Grey
Memory* 16GB
Storage 512 GB / 1TB
Camera 2MP (1080p FHD), Staggered HDR
Microphone / Speaker Studio-quality dual microphones / Quad speaker (Woofer Max 5W x 2, Tweeter 2W x 2), Dolby Atmos®
Keyboard* Pro Keyboard (Backlit)
Battery* 63.1 Wh (Typical)
*Typical value of battery capacity tested under third-party laboratory condition. Typical value is the estimated average value considering the deviation in battery capacity among the battery samples tested under IEC 61960 standard. Actual battery life may vary depending on network environment, usage patterns and other factors.
Charging* 65W USB Type-C Adapter
*The inbox charger and data cable are USB Type-C.
Port* TBT4(2), USB-A(1), Micro SD, HP, HDMI 2.1 (Supports 8K@60Hz, 5K@120Hz)
*Actual speed of USB may vary depending on user environment.

Galaxy Book5 360 (15-inch)
Dimensions* 355.4 x 228.0 x 13.7mm
*Accuracy of numbers may vary depending on measurements used.
Weight* 1.46 kg
OS* Windows 11 Home
Display 15.6-inch* 16:9 Touch AMOLED FHD (1920×1080), 500nits**, 60Hz, 120% DCI-P3 Colour volume
*Measured diagonally as a full rectangle without accounting for the rounded corners. Actual viewable area is less due to the rounded corners.

**370nits (Typical), 500nits (HDR Contents only)
Processor* Intel® Core™ Ultra 7/5 Processor (Intel EVO™)
NPU Intel® AI Boost NPU
Graphic* Intel® Arc™ Graphics (Shared)
Network* Bluetooth v5.4 / Wi-Fi 7
*Actual speed may vary by market, carrier and user environment. Wi-Fi 7 availability may vary due to OS version, market, location, network conditions and other factors. Wi-Fi 7 wireless network routers required and sold separately.
Colour Grey
Memory* 16GB
Storage 256GB / 512 GB / 1TB
*Actual storage space availability may vary depending on pre-installed software and by market, file size and format.

**Availability may vary by model and/or market
Camera 2MP (1080p FHD)
Microphone / Speaker Dual microphones, Stereo Speaker (2W* 2),Dolby Atmos®
Keyboard* Pro Keyboard with Numeric Key (Backlit)
Battery* 68.1 Wh (Typical)
*Typical value of battery capacity tested under third-party laboratory condition. Typical value is the estimated average value considering the deviation in battery capacity among the battery samples tested under IEC 61960 standard. Actual battery life may vary depending on network environment, usage patterns and other factors.
Charging* 65W USB Type-C Adapter
*The inbox charger and data cable are USB Type-C.
Port* TBT4(2), USB-A(1), Micro SD, HP, HDMI
*Actual speed of USB may vary depending on user environment.

*Specifications may vary by market.

*All functionality, features, specifications and other product information provided in this document including, but not limited to, the benefits, design, pricing, components, performance, availability and capabilities of the product are subject to change without notice.

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Best Mobile Phones for Playing Online Poker in 2024

Online poker has grown over the last couple of years to become one of the most favoured pastimes by many around the world. With improved technology on mobile, it’s never been easier to play poker while on the move. With performance, graphics, and even truly excellent battery life in most modern smartphones, the 2024 market is full of models that will help anyone enjoy online poker. 

Why Mobile Phones Matter for Online Poker

  • Performance and Speed

Performance is everything when playing online poker. A strong processor and ample RAM in a mobile phone are needed to play games without lags. This makes one able to make decisions very fast and be competitive enough within the game. High-performance phones generally handle multitasking quite well, allowing one to switch between different poker applications and other applications seamlessly, which is crucial when you want to play poker online.

  • Display Quality

Display quality can make all the difference in an online poker game. High resolution, vivid colours, and clear details reduce fatigue in the eyes while watching action or reading text. Larger screens also offer more real estate for a poker table view, which could be of prime importance to players who take part in multi-table tournaments.

Top Mobile Phones for Playing Online Poker

  • iPhone 14 Pro Max

The iPhone 14 Pro Max would without a doubt be among the leaders in playing online poker in 2024. Equipped with the A16 Bionic chip, this phone is super fast and provides faultless performance, which ensures there won’t be any lagging during the game process. The 6.7-inch Super Retina XDR display is sure to please with brilliant brightness and contrast levels, bringing out every nuance of the poker game. Besides, ProMotion technology offers a far smoother scroll that sometimes can be helpful in poker applications.

  • Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra

Another excellent option for an online poker player would be the Galaxy S24 Ultra by Samsung. This model contains the newest processor, Snapdragon 8 Gen 2, which is supported by up to 12GB of RAM for powerhouse performance in all types of gaming. Its 6.8-inch Dynamic AMOLED 2X display supports up to a 120Hz refresh rate and brings sharp, clear visuals. Additionally, long battery life means players can enjoy extended poker sessions.

  • Google Pixel 7 Pro

The Google Pixel 7 Pro comes with great optimization in its software and a good user experience. This phone is driven by the Google Tensor G2 chip, which runs very smoothly and efficiently. Adding to that is the 6.7-inch QHD+ OLED screen running at 120Hz for sharp and fluent visuals for playing poker online. In addition to this, the device offers good battery life and fast charging to let users have long gaming sessions.

  • OnePlus 11

The OnePlus 11 makes for a good gaming phone, being now fitted with top-of-the-line specifications at an aggressive price. It has a Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 processor and up to 16GB RAM for lag-free gaming. The 6.7-inch Fluid AMOLED Display on the device runs at a refresh rate of 120Hz to provide fluid and vibrant graphics for playing games on the smartphone. Moreover, the device offers a good battery life, along with fast charging support to let users have long gaming sessions.

  • Xiaomi Mi 13 Pro

But of course, the most striking points about this phone, the Mi 13 Pro from Xiaomi, are its display and performance. Powered with a Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 chipset, up to 12GB of RAM ensures that online poker games go through without a hitch. The visuals are brilliant, with smooth transitions on the 6.73-inch LTPO AMOLED display, which comes with a refresh rate of 120Hz. Its large battery and effective power management ensure players can enjoy their favourite poker games for a long period.

In conclusion, you want to get the right mobile phone for the best possible online poker experience. Of course, the gadgets which really nailed it with great performance, brilliant displays, and long battery life in this roundup are the iPhone 14 Pro Max, Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra, Google Pixel 7 Pro, OnePlus 11, and Xiaomi Mi 13 Pro. These phones are great for playing poker at both casual and competitive levels, with enormous speed, brilliant graphics, and reliability for flawless gameplay. The future of online poker through smartphones is sure to be great with improving mobile technology.

 

Samsung Announces Massive Black Friday Savings

Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd.The most wonderful time of the year is fast approaching but fear not as Samsung’s Black Friday deals are sure to appeal to everyone on the gifting list. From smartphones that enhance productivity, to the must-have home entertainment setup and award-winning TV and soundbar range, get your hands on the latest cutting-edge technology at incredible prices.

In addition to these deals, Samsung users can enjoy the gift of Circle to Search with Google to find the best bargains for all items on their lists. Circle to Search is a Google-powered feature on all Samsung smartphones enabled with Galaxy AI and allows you to quickly search for information about what you see on your screen — including images, videos or text by making a simple circle gesture with your finger or the S Pen.  Perhaps you are scrolling on social media and see the perfect jumper or pair of shoes for a friend, or loved one – simply circle it and receive search results for identical and related items, allowing you to compare prices in an instant and make the most of Black Friday.

Mobile – Offers valid until 3rd December

SAVE €220 on the Samsung Galaxy S24

  • Welcome to the era of mobile AI. With Galaxy S24 in your hands, you can unleash whole new levels of creativity, productivity and possibility — starting with the most important device in your life. Your smartphone.

Enjoy €300 off the Samsung Galaxy Tab S10 Ultra (14.6″ Wi-Fi)

  • Experience the power of Circle to Search with Google on a larger screen on the Galaxy Tab S10 Ultra. Just circle, highlight, or tap an image or text to get Google Search results. You can even get instant translations.

SAVE €100 on the Samsung Galaxy A35 5G

  • Nightography just got fun. The Galaxy A35 5G comes with an improved NPU and enhanced sensor that makes photos clear with detail even in the dark. From nightscapes to night portraits, you’ll get more detail in every shot.

Enjoy €120 off the Galaxy Watch Ultra

  • Gear up for every expedition with a range of band options for all terrains. With the new One UI, powered by an all-new processor, Galaxy Watch Ultra has you covered for all your exciting thrills.

Enjoy €60 off the Samsung Galaxy Buds3 Pro

  • Leave your phone in your pocket and conveniently control your earbuds by using simple gestures. Even with a swift swipe, rest assured your Galaxy Buds3 Pro stay securely in your ears.
  • TV/AV Black Friday Offers – Valid until 2nd December

 

Receive a complimentary The Freestyle 2nd Gen worth up to €700 when you buy any 2024 Neo QLED 8K TV

  • Get a free sleek, sharp and portable projector which can project up to an 100” frame for free when you buy any 2024 Neo QLED 8K TV

Claim up to €360 cashback on OLED TVs

  • Purchase any of the award-winning 2024 S90D, S93D or S95D models and claim up to €360 OLED TV’s.

Home Appliances – Valid until 2nd December

SAVE over €500 on the Samsung Silver Classic AI Fridge Freezer [RB53DG706AS9EU]

  • Maximise space with this smart fridge freezer which offers more room on the inside whilst maintaining the same size on the outside due to its slimmer walls. Smart all-around cooling maintains a steady temperature throughout the entire fridge, without it building up any frost.

SAVE over €500 on the Samsung American Style Fridge Freezer with SpaceMax™ [RS64DG5303S9EU]

  • This super sleek Samsung fridge freezer is big on capacity, style, and quality, with its larger capacity allowing you to stock up the fridge for the whole family.

SAVE over €500 on the Samsung Series 7 Side-by-side [RS68CG882ES9EU]

  • With impressive Twin Cooling Plus technology, this fridge freezer uses two separate air flows to stop your food from drying out, meaning it stays a fresh and tasty for longer. Ensure you’re always ready for a celebration, this appliance has an extra wide wine shelf fitted.

SAVE over €1300 on the Samsung Family Hub [RF65DG9H0ESREU]

  • This fridge freezer helps you keep on top of your groceries in a smart way. With AI Vision, you can monitor the food that are in the fridge freezer and can even generate a shopping list or meal plans based on what’s you already have in stock.

SAVE over €100 on the Samsung Series 5 Classic Fridge Freezer [RB38C605DB1/EU]

  • With AI Energy Mode, this fridge freezer tracks your power consumption so that you can keep on top of your bills. Not only that, you can also select the perfect temperature and humidity for your fruit and veg with the Humidity Fresh + drawer. This fridge freezer offer optimal personalisation for you and your family.

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