Samsung will unveil its flagship S24 series at its Galaxy Unpacked event on January 17. The Galaxy S24 series will include the Samsung Galaxy S24, Samsung Galaxy S24 Plus and the Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra.
Moreover, a new report suggests Samsung could provide seven years of updates similar to the Google Pixel 8 series. Here is everything you need to know about the possible update support for the Samsung Galaxy S24 series.
Samsung Galaxy S24 Series To Get Seven Years Of OS And Security Updates
According to a report by Android Headlines, the Samsung Galaxy S24 series will receive update support for seven years, a massive upgrade from its current promise of four years of updates.
Furthermore, the report claims that Samsung will offer seven years of OS updates and security patches.OS updates refer to the next version of Android, while security patches are crucial fixes that ensure your phone stays secure.
This means the Galaxy S24 series will run Android 14 out of the box and receive updates until Android 21. Currently, Google is the only Android manufacturer to provide seven years of updates for its Pixel 8 series.
It is a move that will ensure the longevity of devices and ensure consumers can hold onto their devices for years to come. Moreover, the report claims that Samsung has been planning the move since last year, which could bring it on par with Google regarding software support.
The Google Pixel 8 series supports DisplayPort output via the USB-C port. This is despite Google denying the presence of any such feature on the phone. A new discovery reveals users can send DisplayPort signals to broadcast to an external screen using the phone’s USB-C port.
Pixel 8 Series Supports DisplayPort Output
In a post by Android enthusiast Mishaal Rahman, the Pixel 8 series was verified to support DisplayPort output through a USB-C port. However, Google had denied support for the feature in a statement to Android Authority earlier. It seems the company has chosen to deactivate the feature via software.
Rahman shared a workaround to activate the feature by rooting the device. In the USB Config file for the Pixel 8, Google has deactivated the DisplayPort property by default, but rooting the phone allows you to circumvent it.
While this method initially failed, one of the testers later achieved success after using a USB-C to USB-C cable, which was DisplayPort compatible. This means that you will need a compatible DisplayPort cable and a rooted device to enable the functionality on your device.
However, it is not recommended that you root your device as it will void your warranty and also brick your device if you are not careful enough.
Google Could Enable The Feature In Future Update Google could add this feature through a software update in the future. It could arrive in the QRP1 or QRP2 update early next year. Reports claim the company was also working on a desktop mode exclusive to the Pixel 8 series but cancelled it before launch.
Other phones, like the iPhone 15 series, can transmit 4K HDR videos to an external display through the USB-C port. There is a high possibility that Google is working on optimizing the feature to release it in a future update.
The Google Pixel 8 Series will launch next month on October 4, but the leaks have intensified before the release. A new leak has revealed the complete specifications for the Google Pixel 8 series, with the phone’s pricing leaked previously. The Pixel 8 series includes the Google Pixel 8 and Google Pixel 8 Pro smartphones.
Google Pixel 8 Series Specifications Leak
A leak by tipster Kamila Wojciechowska has revealed the complete specifications of the Pixel 8 series. Starting with the Pixel 8, it will sport a 6.2-inch Full-HD+ OLED panel with a 120Hz refresh rate and peak brightness of 2,000 nits. The phone will come with 128GB or 256GB of UFS 3.1 storage paired with 8GB of LPDDR5X RAM. Moreover, it has Gorilla Glass Victus and IP68 water and dust resistance.
It will have a 50-megapixel primary camera and a 12-megapixel ultrawide lens with OIS support. Furthermore, there is a 10.5-megapixel camera on the front for taking selfies. The Pixel 8 will pack a 4,575mAh battery with support for 27W fast charging and 18W Qi-Wireless charging. On the connectivity, it has Wi-Fi 7, Bluetooth 5.3 and NFC.
On the other hand, the Pixel 8 Pro will feature a 6.7-inch Quad HD+ LTPO panel with a 120Hz refresh rate. It has a peak brightness of 2,400 nits and Corning Gorilla Glass Victus 2 for protection. The phone will have up to 1TB of storage in the US and 512GB in the rest of the world, paired with 12GB of RAM.
For optics, it has a 50-megapixel primary sensor apart from a 48-megapixel ultrawide lens with OIS support. Furthermore, there is a 48-megapixel telephoto lens with up to 30x Super Res zoom and a 10.5-megapixel front-facing camera. The Pixel 8 Pro will pack a 5,050 mAh battery with 30W fast charging and 23W Qi-Wireless charging. For connectivity, it has Wi-Fi 7, Bluetooth 5.3 and NFC.
With seven years of software updates, both phones will run on Android 14 out of the box. This is two years more than the five years of software updates Google previously offered. The Tensor G3 chip and the Titan M2 security co-processor will power the phones.
Moreover, both devices have an in-display fingerprint sensor and IP68 dust and water resistance. The Pixel 8 will weigh 187 grams, whereas the Pixel 8 Pro will weigh around 217 grams. The Pixel 8 will be available in Obsidian, Hazel and Rose colours, while the Pixel 8 Pro will go on sale in Obsidian, Porcelain and Bay colours.
Google Pixel 8 Series Pricing And Availability The Google Pixel 8 Series will launch on October 4, with pre-orders in India going live on October 5. Both phones will be available exclusively on Flipkart in the country. The Pixel 8 will start at $699 in the US, whereas the Pixel 8 Pro will retail for $899 for the 128GB variant. While the Pixel 8 has received a $100 price hike, the Pixel 8 Pro will likely maintain the same price as its predecessor.
