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Another certification shows the design of the Samsung Galaxy SmartTag 2
Samsung’s Galaxy SmartTag 2 was just spotted on the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) certification website, which hints that the gadget’s launch is near. This time Samsung designed the second generation of SmartTags like more of a pill-shaped device with a much wider keychain loop. SmartTags are powered by Bluetooth and are simple to attach to items like luggage, keys and pets. It is possible to search for the lost item by pressing the button on the phone to locate it. The Galaxy Find Network can use scanned data to locate it even when we’re connected.
Introduced on January 14, 2021, the SmartTag debuted with an introductory price of $29, and the Galaxy SmartTag+ uses Ultra-wideband technology to enable augmented reality (AR) to help locate the missing items, which costs around $39. The gadget has two categories of variants, the first and cheaper – Bluetooth Low Energy (BLE) technology and the other expensive one – Ultra-wideband technology (UWB). And the SmartTag 2 is listed to be equipped with Bluetooth 5.3 standard and UWB.
Analysing the looks of the gadget from the image shared, the firm is replacing the rectangular form which was earlier used. Now the new edition has bigger slots for keychains, but the accurate size can be determined as no dimensions were mentioned. It also needs to be clarified whether the gadget comes as SmartTag 2 and SmartTag 2+ this time, as there is no mention of the plus variant on the FCC website. The listing also reveals the model number of the Galaxy SmartTag 2 as EI-T5600.
Earlier, the SmartTag 2 received Bluetooth SIG certification stating the Bluetooth 5.3 capability last month, which is an upgraded feature from its predecessor holding Bluetooth 5.2. The gadget will have a single channel, FPCB antenna and 3.0V power supply. The new specification aims to improve battery consumption, user experience and performance. Bluetooth 5.3 over 5.2 can lessen interference and improve signal strength.
The Korean brand ‘Samsung’ has expanded the power bank family by introducing two brand new power banks with a new design language, and finally, both are available in the United States.
Samsung initially introduced these two new power banks in its home country, South Korea, back in March 2024. Both power banks feature a different battery capacity.
- 10,000mAh with 25W support
- 20,000mAh with 45W support
You can grab the new 25W, 10,000mAh Wireless Battery Pack (EB-U2510) from Samsung for $44.99. On the other hand, the 45W 20,000mAh Battery Pack (EB-P4520) is priced at $29.99. This time, the Korean giant has offered a one-color option for both power banks, which is a ‘beige” color. The giant has added four LEDs for status indication on both power banks, and has received UL certification for safety.
In the United States, interested parties can easily buy them from Samsung.com. The 25W, 10,000mAh Wireless Battery Pack has two USB Type-C ports for charging other devices, as well as a battery pack. While connecting one device, it maxes out at 25W of power. If you use two USB Type-C ports together, the power output drops to 15W and 10W for the two ports, respectively.
When you use both USB Type-C ports and wireless charging, the power output drops to 10W + 10W + 5W. It comes with a USB Type-C to USB Type-C 3X charging cable.
Jumping on the 45W 20,000mAh Battery Pack, it features three USB Type-C ports and can reach a maximum power output of 45W. It has the power to charge three devices together at 15W each, and it arrives bundled with a 5A USB Type-C charging cable.
A new collaboration in the market is that Samsung Electronics Italia is partnering with Seletti just to design special edition cases for the Galaxy S24 series smartphones for their classy looks.
The Galaxy S24 series is the latest flagship series from Samsung, which broke the re-order records of its predecessors just within a month. Now, to slay the look of the device’s case, Samsung Electronics Italia is shaking hands with Seletti to offer the cases with stunning designs that will use NFC technology.
Seletti is an Italian brand that combines design with pop art. The special edition cases for the Galaxy S24 series smartphone will use NFC technology, which permits data to be transferred wirelessly between devices.
This special edition will feature a black and white patterned card coupled with a unique design by Seletti. This card will personalize the exterior of the phone as well as unlock a dynamic lock screen animation on the device that matches the card’s design. The new cases will surely create a balanced and stylish look for both the front and back of the phone.
Paolo Bagnoli, Head of Marketing and Retail of the Mobile Experience division of Samsung Electronics Italia, stated, “The creativity of the Seletti brand, capable of reinventing contemporary living and populating it with ever new forms and contents, makes our premium devices even more unique and exclusive.”
The Seletti x Samsung cards are available on the online website of the brand Samsung.com online shop, on Amazon, and in selected consumer electronics stores for 21.90 euros, while the FlipSuit Case is available for 49.90 euros.
Samsung has bigger plans to expand its smart wearable family beyond expectations, as Galaxy Glasses are next in line.
Samsung, apart from the forthcoming sixth-generation foldable Galaxy Z Fold 6 and Galaxy Z Flip 6 Galaxy Ringdevices, which are supposed to debut at the Galaxy Unpacked Event 2024 in July, is also busy expanding the wearable area by debuting a brand new smart glasses.
Back in 2023, Samsung had already trademarked the name for its smart glasses, Galaxy Glasses, from which reports regarding this are blowing. And now the recent reports are unveiling that Samsung has now filed a patent with the World Intellectual Property Organization for its smart glasses.
It is being speculated by Patently Apple that the patent displays the potential design of smart glasses by Samsung along with its charging case. Although the design of the glasses does not appear to be too different from the usual spectacles, For more details, the patent reveals some technical details about it.
The patent is revealing that the lenses are housed in their default place, but the left rim of them has magnetic connection points that will permit the glasses to charge while placed on their cover. The batteries are placed at each temple tip. Curiously, the patent makes no mention of cameras or sensors—components generally expected in XR devices.
Probably the patent will focus simply on the physical design. Samsung might file separate subsequent patents covering the more complex technical aspects of an invention. For now, nothing more has been revealed; the patent only reveals some insights, and it’s too early to say if Samsung will launch this product.
However, Samsung has not unveiled anything regarding the smartphone officially yet, but it is expected that some news from Tipster and the brand will get revealed soon.