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[Rumor] Galaxy S3 to have quad-core Samsung Exynos SoC with LTE
It is reported that the highly anticipated follow up to very successful Samsung Galaxy S2 will have a Samsung Exynos system-on-chip with built-in LTE in the device according to an anonymous Samsung executive in the Korea Times. While all bits and bobs we are hearing about the S3 are merely hear-say for now, it does not hurt to indulge in these rumors that are coming from many ‘unnamed Samsung employees’.
This latest one regarding the Samsung built Exynos chip which is also used in the Galaxy Nexus however does seem to be possible given that the Tegra 3 does not have a LTE-configured chip for U.S carriers, an obstacle allegedly that stems from Qualcomm’s refusal to offer its LTE modems to a direct competitor.
Given that Samsung already produced a similar processor and it is currently being used with no reported large failing with the Galaxy Nexus in the United States, they feel confident about its compatibility and reliability. Before this, it was reported that Samsung was considering Qualcomm’s MSM8960 SoC or a combination of Samsung and Qualcomm parts however the addition of a Samsung LTE modem to the upcoming 32nm Exynos processor could render that partnership moot for future products.
So, there is a new Samsung smartphone that is about to be released – big surprise, that, and I say this with full a sarcasm. Still, those who want something that looks to hang out on the high end side of things in terms of design and form factor, and yet having a mid-range performer within, can always settle for the Samsung Galaxy A9.
The handset has already appeared on the FCC database, which means it has been approved, and listed as the Samsung Galaxy A9. With the green light given, it is but a matter of time before it hits the market. While very little detail has been released so far, it should not be too long now before an official announcement is made. All that one can do now is to sit tight and wait. [FCC Page]
If you would like to fancy your chances with an upcoming mid-range device that seems to hover more on the higher end scheme of things, then the Samsung Galaxy A9 would certainly fit you to a ‘t’, so to speak. After all, accessory manufacturer ITSKINS has shared more details concerning this device, with the Galaxy A9 touted to be a wee bit more compact as opposed to the Galaxy S7 Plus, never mind that both handsets will come with 6.0″ screens.
Measurements of the Galaxy A9 include 161.9mm x 81.3mm x 7.34mm, where it would be slightly taller than the Galaxy Note5, while sporting a metal and glass design, a fingerprint reader that should be able to handle mobile payments, a Full HD Super AMOLED display, and a Snapdragon 620 chipset, among others.
The Samsung Galaxy S7 will no doubt be a smartphone that many people would look forward to picking up when it is ready, taking into consideration how flagship devices are always in demand. Well, the Galaxy S7 has been said to target an early 2016 release, and some photos of the alleged device has already been snapped, although one should take into consideration that the original Weibo post is no longer there.
Of course, do take this particular leak with a pinch of salt, since it could be one of the numerous smartphones from various manufacturers that could roll out a similar looking handset. In the leaked photos, you can see a wrap-around metal border design, which seems to be the in thing at least for the next couple of years. All that we can do now is to sit tight and wait for the real deal to surface.