Samsung Unveils 3 New Galaxy Products: Smaller Tag, First Clip-On Buds
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Samsung Electronics unveiled the SmartTag3, Galaxy Buds On, and Galaxy Tab S12 Ultra and S12+.
The SmartTag3 has been made smaller and lighter, while its search range has been expanded by about 3 times compared with the previous model; the Buds On feature Samsung's first clip-on design.
The Galaxy Tab S12 Ultra's NPU performance has improved by about 61% from the previous model. It will be released in Korea on the 7th, while the Buds On will launch first in Korea on the 27th and then roll out globally in phases.
Samsung Electronics has unveiled 3 new products: a location tracker, wireless earbuds and tablets. According to Samsung Electronics' announcement on the 1st, the products unveiled are the SmartTag3, Galaxy Buds On, and the Galaxy Tab S12 Ultra and S12+.
Samsung Electronics also highlighted the changes in the newly unveiled products. The SmartTag3 has been made smaller and lighter, and its search range has been expanded by about 3 times compared with the previous model.
The Galaxy Buds On feature Samsung's first clip-on design. The Galaxy Tab S12 Ultra's NPU performance has improved by about 61% from the previous model.
The Galaxy SmartTag3, Galaxy Tab S12 Ultra and S12+ will be released in Korea on the 7th. The Galaxy Buds On will launch first in Korea on the 27th and then roll out globally in phases.
Compared with the previous model, the Galaxy SmartTag3's volume has been reduced by about 35%, and its weight by about 33%. It adopts a rounded cushion design at the corners, and the button is finished in aluminum. Silicone and loop cases for the SmartTag3 will also be sold separately. The silicone case can be attached to a key ring. The Galaxy SmartTag3 supports directional searching from 60 m and, at close range, UWB-based precision searching.
While pushing for miniaturization, the product has expanded its searchable range by about 3 times compared with the previous model. By newly applying Bluetooth 6.0 'channel sounding,' users can check the tag's direction and distance with 'Compass View' at distances of up to 60 m depending on the surrounding environment, and the feature is supported on the Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra and Fold8, as well as the Galaxy S26 Ultra and S26+.
The search method is applied differently depending on distance. Within 60 m, channel sounding is used to identify the approximate direction, and within 20 m, ultra-wideband (UWB) is used to determine the exact location. Outside the direct smartphone connection range, users can use the 'Galaxy Find Network,' which lets nearby Galaxy devices detect the tag's location. According to Samsung Electronics, more than 900 million Galaxy devices worldwide are connected to this network.
For the first time in the Galaxy SmartTag series, iOS devices are supported. Previously, location checks and sharing were only possible on Galaxy devices that supported SmartThings Find, but starting with the SmartTag3, location checks and sharing are also possible on iOS devices.
The SmartTag3 also adds a notification feature for specific conditions. Users can receive alerts when a tag enters or exits a designated area, and can also receive notifications if movement is detected after the smartphone connection has been lost. It is also possible to check the tag's movement path.
The SmartTag3 is powered by 1 CR2032 coin battery. Battery life is up to 550 days in normal use and up to 790 days in power-saving mode. It also supports IP67 water and dust resistance. The price is KRW 44,000.
Photo caption: Galaxy's first clip-on wireless earbuds, the 'Galaxy Buds On.' Photo courtesy of Samsung Electronics.
The Galaxy Buds On are clip-on wireless earbuds that hook over the ear. This is the first clip-on design in the Galaxy Buds series. Unlike in-ear earbuds, the product uses a non-sealed design around the inside of the ear so users can stay aware of their surroundings while listening to music.
Samsung Electronics said the product is suited to environments such as walking or exercising, where awareness of the surroundings is important. The company said it has continued to survey consumer demand and added the clip-on product to respond to diverse needs and expand consumer choice.
Accordingly, it has broadened the product lineup so users can choose between the existing in-ear and clip-on types depending on the situation. Samsung Electronics analyzed data on various ear shapes to improve comfort and adjusted the placement of the speaker and battery after simulations.
It also widened the contact area with the ear to disperse pressure and adjusted the elasticity of the band so the earbuds stay in place even during high-movement activities.
The product applies technology that compensates for the acoustic limitations of a non-occlusive design and is equipped with a 'Twin Boost Speaker' for enhanced bass. It also includes an automatic volume adjustment function linked to the external environment and a 'leakage sound reduction' technology to reduce sound leakage. Music playback time is up to 9.5 hours on a single charge, and up to 38 hours with the charging case.
To improve call quality, it uses 3 microphones and a bone-conduction-based vibration sensor. The bone-conduction-based vibration sensor detects vibrations generated when speaking, and a machine-learning-based solution separates the user's voice and reduces background noise.
When connected to a Galaxy AI-supported smartphone or tablet, users can invoke Gemini Live while wearing the earbuds. It also supports 'Quick Voice Memo,' allowing users to record voice memos by pressing and holding the back of the earbuds. It also supports 'head gestures,' enabling control of phone calls, alarms and more through nodding and head-shaking motions.
Samsung's Buds On will be released in Korea on the 27th in a single black color. The price of the Buds On is KRW 299,000. After the domestic launch, the Buds On will be released sequentially in global markets.
The Galaxy Tab S12 series consists of 2 models: Ultra and Plus. The Galaxy Tab S12 is the first Android tablet to come with Photoshop preinstalled.
The Galaxy Tab S12 Ultra maintains a thickness of 5.1 mm and a 14.6-inch display. The Galaxy Tab S12 series is powered by the MediaTek Dimensity 9500 AP. The Galaxy Tab S12 Ultra's NPU performance has improved by about 61% compared with the S11 Ultra, CPU performance by about 19%, and GPU performance by about 17%.
A newly designed 3D vapor chamber has been applied to disperse heat during high-performance tasks. Based on video playback, the Galaxy Tab S12 Ultra's battery life is up to 23 hours, while the Galaxy Tab S12+ lasts up to 21 hours.
The Galaxy Tab S12 Ultra and Galaxy Tab S12+ support 45W charging. Both models can be fully charged in about 95 minutes.
On the software side, it runs One UI 9 based on Android 17, and the multi-window feature allows the screen to be split into up to 3 sections. Samsung highlighted a split-screen multitasking environment that lets users watch videos, take notes in Samsung Notes and use an AI assistant at the same time. Both models come with an S Pen as standard.
In terms of apps, Adobe Photoshop is preinstalled for the first time on an Android tablet. The Photoshop interface is optimized for the tablet screen and S Pen, and can be used for drawing and image editing. Photoshop Mobile Premium will be offered free for 4 months, and benefits from third-party applications such as Notability, Goodnotes, LumaFusion and Notion will also be provided.
The S12 Ultra is priced between KRW 1.8997 million and KRW 3.0184 million, while the S12+ is priced between KRW 1.5499 million and KRW 2.0691 million. It will be released in gray and silver, and the models will come in 5G and Wi-Fi versions. Samsung Electronics will support up to 7 OS upgrades and security updates.
Source: IT DAILY · Kim Byung-ju
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