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Samsung Scalable Codec, often known as SSC, is Samsung's proprietary codec that provides high-quality audio streaming over Bluetooth. Samsung revamped its TWS (Total Wireless Stereo) lineup in 2019 with the introduction of Galaxy Buds. Samsung (AKG) created Samsung Scalable Codec for its Galaxy Buds lineup to offer a stable Bluetooth connection with dynamic bitrate. Whether grooving to your playlists or catching up on podcasts on your Galaxy phone, Samsung's technology ensures a smooth connection between your device and headphones. But what exactly is Samsung Scalable Codec, and how is the newer Samsung Seamles Codec different? Continue reading to explore its benefits, compatibility, features, and current iteration.

What is Samsung Seamless Codec?

Apple is expected to unveil the iPhone 16 series in September, with September 10 being the most likely date. So far, the vanilla iPhone 16 model has appeared in a hands-on video, revealing the phone in different colors. The phone is also rumored to pack thinner MagSafe rings and a vertical camera module.

Apple reportedly bets big on iPhone 16 by placing huge display orders from Samsung, LG

The Samsung Galaxy Watch 7 has much to offer for the health-conscious and everyday user. If you're into sleep tracking and want more health metrics to gain better insight into your health, the Galaxy Watch 7 does all that but better. Its Advanced BioActive Sensors and 480-by-480-pixel Super AMOLED display make this a powerful tracker without relying on your smartphone.

Samsung Galaxy Watch 7: 9 common problems with easy fixes

Smart tags have always been popular, but that popularity has exploded since Apple released the AirTag in 2021. Since then, a plethora of new options have hit the market. Google unveiled and is rolling out its Find My Device network, which is making agonizingly slow progress outside the USA. Tile is still as viable as before, offering trackers in all shapes and sizes, and Samsung has the SmartTag. The original came out a few months before the Apple AirTag, but it was flawed. Can the SmartTag 2 deliver what the first should have?

The Samsung Galaxy SmartTag 2 is the one tracker I want to use

Verizon is one of the Big Three carriers and is known for its strong LTE coverage, but with other carriers closing the coverage gap, and a slow start to mid-band 5G, Verizon isn’t the obvious choice it once was. Pros. Still some of the best rural coverage. Simple plan...

Verizon vs. Xfinity Mobile: Should you bundle your service?

YouTube is testing a new feature where users can add notes to videos to correct false or misleading information. Only invited creators with active channels can participate, and their notes must follow specific guidelines. Approval from a varied group of viewers is required for a note to be published under...

YouTube is rolling out its take on Twitter's community notes to more people

LineageOS 21 breathes new life into aging smartphones, extending their functionality, security, and stability with Android 14. The custom ROM now supports additional devices like the LG G7 ThinQ, Realme 9 Pro 5G, and Poco F4, preventing e-waste in the process. Devices left without updates, like the Samsung Galaxy Note...

Extended LineageOS 21 support means more devices now have a second chance at life

Google is rumored to be releasing a new Pixel-exclusive weather app alongside the Pixel 9 series on August 13. The redesigned app, as seen in leaked screenshots, focuses on minimalism and glanceable weather info, and is expected to eventually become available on older Pixel devices. Google's beloved weather frog mascot...

Google's redesigned Pixel 9 weather app seen in hands-on with one glaring omission

Prevent overheating on laptops by using them only on desks or flat surfaces, extending your SSD's lifespan. Invest in a surge protector and power backup to prevent data corruption or fatal damage to your SSD in case of power surges or power cuts. Don't keep your SSD in a near-filled...

5 things you do regularly that could damage your SSD’s lifespan

Samsung’s French support page has inadvertently revealed the existence of its upcoming smartphone – the Galaxy S24 FE. The FE lineup of Galaxy devices serves as a middle ground for people who want to experience a flagship device without actually paying for one. The last device in this line-up, Galaxy S23 FE, was released in October 2023 and is due for an update.

Samsung just leaked the Galaxy S24 FE ahead of official announcement

Google is rolling out August's security patch for Pixel Watch ahead of its phones. To get the latest update, navigate to Settings > System > System updates and tap the watch icon on the "Your watch is up to date" page. After installing the new firmware, your watch will still...

Google Pixel Watch's August 2024 update is here, but with a twist

While there are plenty of high-end flagship tablets from brands like Apple, Samsung, and even OnePlus, the budget tablet market is quite limited. There are only a few affordable options available from Amazon, Samsung, and TCL, among others, but none of these options offer the same combination of decent specs, software, and features as the Xiaomi Redmi Pad Pro.

My favorite budget tablet in 2024 isn't made by Samsung or Apple

Google expands Android Device Streaming with Samsung, Xiaomi, and Oppo devices for remote app testing. The feature is powered by OmniLab technology, Google's device platform that offers a secure and efficient connection with Android Studio. Devices enrolled in the program are factory reset and data-wiped after each session, with free...

Android app devs can now test apps for Samsung phones remotely using Android Device Streaming

The Galaxy Z Fold 6 is a slight hardware upgrade over the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 5, bolstering the new Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 chip instead of the Gen 2, designed to handle gaming and multitasking on a grander scale. However, the Galaxy AI integration is what sets these devices apart. Like the Samsung Galaxy S24 series, you can access new features with an improved AI experience. Below, we review the best features that make the Galaxy Z Fold 6 shine above every other option.

Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 6: 7 best features to try on your new phone

Understand server PC requirements for cases, cooling, and noise levels before building or buying one. Choose between rack systems and tower servers based on space, noise, and airflow preferences. Check CPU specs, RAM slots, and power consumption to ensure the server PC meets your needs and budget. With processors boasting...

7 things you should know before you buy a server PC

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Running out of camera or gaming storage could soon be a thing of the past – SanDisk owner Western Digital has announced a pair of ground-breaking memory cards: the world’s first 8TB SD card, alongside the world’s first 4TB microSD card. Whether you’re shooting stills or video, both capacities could unlock huge creative flexibility – assuming you look after them.When it comes to memory cards, it’s always been a race for space. These new cards put Western Digital right at the head of the field, pushing the boundaries of portable storage – and they quickly follow the announcement of the...

SanDisk announces the world’s first 8TB SD card – the biggest memory card we’ve ever seen

Yesterday, writing for Android Authority, Kamila Wojciechowska shared screenshots of a newly redesigned weather app from Google, which will apparently debut on the Pixel 9 series later this month. The new design is nice enough, with weather info laid out in easy to understand ways and plenty of Google-y shapes and squiggles throughout the UI.

The Pixel 9 might ditch Google's 'weather frog,' and that has me hoppin' sad

Windows Central

AMD's Ryzen 7 9700X and Ryzen 5 9600X are the first two Zen 5 desktop chips to launch, with Ryzen 9 versions expected to launch in a week's time. Here's what you need to know about the chips, including our review highlights, pricing, and availability.

AMD's "new mid-range champion" Ryzen 7 9700X and its Ryzen 5 9600X sibling are now available to buy

A few days after Samsung's Unpacked event, the tech giant announced that it would delay the launch of its Galaxy Buds 3 Pro because of quality control issues. Almost a month later, buyers have finally begun receiving their shipments, with many saying that the case and the buds themselves are "well-built."

A month and $250 later, the Galaxy Buds 3 Pro are finally hitting doorsteps

The Lenovo Yoga Slim 7x is a thin and light Windows 11 laptop that set a new standard for battery life in our testing.

I tested the Lenovo Yoga Slim 7x for a month, and now it’s my favorite Windows laptop

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Samsung's 4TB portable SSD is now 46% off as it falls to all-time low

Cloud backup services are amazing, especially because they are extremely convenient, but also offer a lot of storage for a fair price. But if you're looking...

Samsung's 4TB portable SSD is now 46% off as it falls to all-time low

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