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Samsung Electronics Q3 net profit rises 21% on chip sales
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Samsung Electronics reported a 21% increase in third-quarter net profit to 12.22 trillion won on October 30. The semiconductor division's record performance, driven by the AI boom, led the gains. Operating profit surged 32.5% to 12.16 trillion won, beating market expectations.
Samsung rumored to delay Galaxy S26 launch past March
Samsung is reportedly altering its plans for the Galaxy S26 series once more, potentially pushing the flagship phones' release beyond March. This comes amid ongoing speculation about the company's smartphone timeline.
Disney+ adds HDR10+ support to over 1,000 Hulu titles
Disney+ has begun streaming select content in the HDR10+ format, starting with over 1,000 titles from its Hulu integration. This move caters to Samsung TV users, as the service previously supported only HDR10 and Dolby Vision. Additional Disney+ content will gain HDR10+ support in the future.
First Android apps emerge for Samsung Galaxy XR headset
The Samsung Galaxy XR headset is seeing its initial Android apps appear ahead of launch. TechRadar reports that developers are already preparing content for the device. This marks an early step in building the ecosystem for Samsung's mixed-reality offering.
Samsung unveils Galaxy XR as first Android XR headset
Samsung has launched the Galaxy XR, the inaugural headset powered by Google's Android XR platform, priced at $1,800. This mixed-reality device integrates advanced hardware and Gemini AI, marking a renewed push into virtual and augmented reality after past failures. Pre-orders are available now, with shipping to follow soon.
Samsung launches ads on its smart fridges
Samsung has begun displaying advertisements on its smart fridges, raising questions about pervasive advertising in everyday appliances. The move highlights ongoing concerns about 'ad hell' in consumer technology. This development was reported on October 27, 2025.