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Samsung Introduces Quantum5 Smartphone Featuring Advanced Security through Quantum Technology
Samsung has introduced a smartphone that is the Galaxy Quantum5 which was developed in collaboration with SK Telecom exclusively for the South Korean market. This means the device cannot be purchased outside of South Korea. The phone is made possible with the other partnership of ID Quantique (IDQ). The company is responsible for the advanced quantum cryptographic chip.
The key feature of the chip is its Quantum Random Number Generator (QRNG) chip. This chip uses quantum physics to produce truly random numbers for encrypting and decrypting sensitive data like biometrics and passwords. Unlike traditional random number generators the QRNG chip ensures higher security by reducing the risk of external influence or tampering.
Aside from its QRNG chip, the Galaxy Quantum5 shares most of its specifications with the Galaxy A55. It has an aluminum frame, glass front and back body with IP67 ingress protection, 6.6-inch Super AMOLED display with 120Hz refresh rate and stereo speakers, 50MP main camera, 12MP ultrawide camera, and 5MP macro camera on the back. The Galaxy Quantum5 comes with an Exynos 1480 processor, supported by 8GB of RAM and 128GB of expandable storage. It has a 5,000 mAh battery with 25W fast charging capabilities.
The Samsung Galaxy Quantum5 comes in three vibrant colors: Awesome Ice Blue, Awesome Lilac, and Awesome Navy, with a price tag of KRW 618,200 (approximately INR 38,772).
Samsung is getting ready to launch its first tri-fold smartphone later this year. Recently, reports suggested that the device might be called the Galaxy Z TriFold, as Samsung has already registered this name in South Korea.
Now, new information has revealed which chipset will power this unique phone. According to lines of code found in Samsung’s One UI 8, based on Android 16, the Galaxy Z TriFold will use Qualcomm’s Snapdragon 8 Elite chipset. This is the same powerful chip found in the recently launched Galaxy Z Fold7.
Leaks suggest that when fully unfolded, the inner screen of the Galaxy Z TriFold will measure about 10 inches. The phone will also have a cover screen for regular use. Its folding style will be different from Huawei’s Mate XT, which was the world’s first tri-fold phone.
Price and Availability
The Galaxy Z TriFold is expected to be very expensive. In South Korea, it could cost around KRW 4 million, which is about $2,873 or €2,469. Reports also suggest that it may only launch in Korea and China at first, with no confirmation yet on a wider global release.
Samsung has started rolling out the One UI July 2025 Android security update to more of its smartphones. Earlier, this update was released for the Galaxy S25 and Galaxy S24 series. Now, three more models are receiving it: the Galaxy A04, Galaxy A56, and Galaxy Z Flip6.
For the Galaxy A04 (model SM-A045F), the update comes with firmware version A045FXXSBEYF5. It is currently available in the Philippines, Vietnam, Thailand, and Malaysia.
The Galaxy A56 (model SM-A566B) is also getting the July 2025 security update. Its firmware version is A566BXXS5AYFB. This update is for the international version of the phone.
As for the Galaxy Z Flip6 (model SM-F741N), the security patch is being released only in South Korea for now. The firmware version for this update is F741NKSS2BYFC.
If you own any of these phones and haven’t received the update yet, you can manually check by going to Settings > Software Update on your device.
Samsung’s next flagship phone, the Galaxy S26 Ultra, is expected to launch in January. A new rumor from China suggests that the phone could come with a major camera improvement.
The main camera may use a new 200 MP sensor made by Sony. This sensor is said to be 1/1.1″ in size, making it the first of its kind from the Japanese company with such a high resolution.
Currently, the Galaxy S25 Ultra uses Samsung’s own 200 MP ISOCELL HP2 sensor, which is slightly smaller at 1/1.3″. The larger Sony sensor would allow more light to enter, which could lead to better and brighter photos.
However, there is some uncertainty. According to the rumor, Samsung might decide to save this new Sony sensor for the Galaxy S27 Ultra, expected in 2027. So, while the S26 Ultra might get the upgrade, it’s not fully confirmed yet.